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Explore the beautiful island of Pico and join us at our property in Piedade, Portugal

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello all , we are a small family, living in the beautiful island of Pico in the Azores, we need at the moment responsible and trustworthy volunteers for mostly pet sitting when we on vacation. Dates required from December 10th to January 8 ,we are flexible if you like to come a week earlier and leave a week later . For this period of time you will live in the house ( not the caravan)
    Can suet for individuals / couples or small family.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Self development
    Farming
    Writing
    Drawing & painting
    Carpentry
    Astronomy
    Animals
    Photography
    Languages
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Architecture
    Plant care
    Music
    History
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Art & design
    Mountain
    Camping
    Nature
    Yoga / Wellness
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
    Sailing / Boating
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will have plenty of time for yourself and explore the island.

    At your free time you can explore the island, climb Pico mountain, explore the walking trails, visits the lakes, there’s more then 20 nature swimming pools around the island combine with walking trails. Local festivals and markets.
    We are located at the far end of the island about 1 hour from the ferry and airport, it is better to rent a car if you like to go every day to explore.

  • Au pair

    Au Pair Help

    This host is looking for Au pair help.

  • Help

    Help

    • General house cleaning and keeping the home tidy
    • Washing dishes and maintaining kitchen cleanliness
    • Helping with basic organization around the house
    • Assisting in the garden (watering plants, light gardening tasks)
    • Caring for animals (feeding, basic care)
    • Supporting with small daily tasks as they come up
    • Being proactive and offering help where needed

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Hebrew: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate
    Portuguese: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    We would like to practice our Portuguese if possible

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will live in the house and can use our plants for cooking and eggs from our chickens for yourself:)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    For couples and small family that like to stay for longer time ,we offer a different program as well for vegetarians / vegans or any special dietary .
    Please make sure you arrive before 18:00 at the latest to our home in your first check in as we are located at the far side of the island.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    During Christmas there is festivals and activities on the island

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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    Hey hey

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    Lula

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    Anita

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