Living off-grid on a magical slice of nature in Aljezur, Portugal

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  Description

  Hi! I'm a single dad from the Netherlands living with my two wonderful kids, Kiki (11) and Sam (9) and two dogs on a magical slice of natural paradise near Aljezur. Our place is tucked deep in nature, surrounded with natural springs, pools and a beautiful flowing stream. We've planted over 100 different variety of fruit trees and are totally off-grid.
  
  After traveling to 50+ countries and having had multiple businesses, I’ve settled here to build my own little Garden of Eden — a safe haven for people and animals where nature and people can thrive and live in full peace and harmony. I love creating a lifestyle that’s grounded, joyful, and as low-impact on the environment as possible where all creatures can co-exist with each other.
  
  We are always looking for skilled and child-friendly folks who have a passion for gardening and living back to basic, love and give back to nature, have experience with building, mechanics or cultivating and preparing their our own food and willing to help me with the kids, dogs and other general tasks on the property. If you're hands-on, open-hearted, and love living close to nature — we'd love to welcome you into our world!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  House and pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Sustainability

  

  Technology

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Photography

  

  Carpentry

  

  Camping

  

  Van life

  

  Self development

  

  Pets

  

  Farming

  

  Culture

  

  Plant care

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Animals

  

  Hiking

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Mountain
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We love connecting with open-hearted, spiritual beings who enjoy meaningful conversations about life, nature, and shared experiences. Life here is all about learning from each other — through food, laughter, creativity, and presence. My well-traveled path and the kids’ natural curiosity make every exchange rich and inspiring. Come as you are, be as you want and leave with joy.

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  Help

  I'm looking for child-friendly folks who enjoy cultivating, growing, and cooking their own
  food, and who are happy to help with the dogs, and general things on the property. If you're hands-on, open-hearted, and love living close to nature — we'd love to welcome you into our world!

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Dutch: Fluent
  German: Intermediate
  Portuguese: Intermediate

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  Accommodation

  I’ve got a wooden guesthouse where people can stay, but it’s often booked quickly.
  
  The best way to secure a spot on our land is to come with your own van (or a tent in the summer). Most travellers prefer it that way, as it gives them the freedom to choose one of our beautiful, secluded places surrounded by nature.
  
  Each spot has access to water, electricity, and internet — offering the essentials while keeping you close to the simplicity and calm of nature.

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  What else ...

  We vibe best with calm, well-balanced nature freaks who genuinely love animals, kids, and the simple magic of living back to basic surrounded by nature. If you're grounded, kind, open-minded, hand's on and easy to be around — you’ll fit right in.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  We have Starlink connection with good quality internet across our property.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We can take people who have their own campervan but we also have accommodation for up to 4 people. For people who want to stay long-term with their own van and looking to become part of our community we have beautiful spots surrounded by nature on our property with electricity, water and internet.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Yes we can, we have 2 dogs which usually get along with other dogs.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  Clara

  Clara is adopted as a stray dog but unbelievable loyal. A bit shy but when she opens up to you it's the most sweet dog there is.

  

  Toni

  The coolest, (kids) friendly dog.

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