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In a grassy, muddy field, a brown pony and a larger horse stand close together, eating hay from a pile, surrounded by trees and greenery.
Two pigs rest on straw next to a wooden feeder filled with hay. Sunlight filters through trees, casting shadows on the muddy, rural farm ground.
A dark brown goat with white horns grazes on a patch of grassy, muddy ground near a dirt embankment on a sunny day outdoors.
A calm, sandy beach extends to the blue ocean under a clear sky. A few people can be seen swimming or surfing in the distance, enjoying tranquility.
The image depicts a grassy area with a fence, featuring a row of trees in the background, and a few objects scattered throughout, including what appears to be a small, white, rectangular object.
The image shows two pigs in a fenced area, with a wooden fence and a grassy field in the background. The pigs are standing in front of a body of water.
The image depicts an older dog with a white face, grey fur, and a brown collar standing on a gravel surface in a wooded area.
The image shows an aerial view of a town with roads, houses, and fields. The town is called Montinhos da Luz.
The image depicts a covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by a low wall, and a large window, likely situated in a residential or commercial setting.
The image shows a group of horses standing in a fenced area, with a few trees and a body of water visible in the background. The horses are all facing different directions.
The image shows a group of rabbits in a grassy area, with some standing and others lying down. The background is filled with greenery, and the overall atmosphere is one of relaxation and tranquility.
The image shows a cat sitting on a table, looking directly at the camera with its head tilted to the left. The cat is white with black spots and has a long tail.
The image depicts a cozy outdoor space with a table and chairs, surrounded by a fence, featuring a small garden and a bench, evoking a sense of warmth and relaxation.
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Social family with different farm animals welcome positive-minded people in Algarve, Portugal

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If you are from outside of the EU and planning to visit Portugal to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    Bom dia,

    We are a family with 2 daughters (°2008 and °2010) and moved from Belgium to Portugal in 2016!
    We did it because we wanted a completely change of our lifes.
    In the meantime, we live in an organically formed Fazenda.
    We have 5 dogs, 6 cats, 2 sheeps, 2 pigs, some lovely bunnies, Guinea pigs, a turtle, chickens, a hamster, two horses and a pony ...... Most of our animals are rescued. We are running a small sanctuary. Please ask us for our Instagram for the pictures and stories. or fbpage

    Because we sometimes go to family and love to travel, we are looking for volunteers who can take care of our animals when we are not around. That would be fantastic.
    When we are in Portugal, help in caring for the animals is always welcome and we have a biodynamic vegetable garden, so that's also something that needs everyday some attention.

    At our place you are never alone, we have friends from all over the world all year around, they are vistiting us and also some familie can be here. We also host other guests for free, from a community of world cyclists and backpackers. They are independent. They bring their own tent and food we only provide a place to sleep and a hot shower and some social talk and nice interaction.

    Our daughters went to a Waldorf Steiner school in the area and are also very open and social. In 2018 we started with homeschooling.
    I, Femke, have been a vegetarian for more than 35 years, but my husband Frank needs meat and fish on his menu every now and then. I cook fresh and balanced every day.

    We prefere to recieve workawayers for minimum a month and prefer a couple of months, so we can really connect.

    If you have any questions, feel free!

    Warm regards,
    Femke Frank Lune Sterre

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Vegetarian or vegan
    Van life
    Sustainability
    Pets
    Farming
    Culture
    Charity work
    Plant care
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Books
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Hiking
    Cycling
    Camping
    Adventure sports
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Given the location of our Fazenda it is great to discover the Western Algarve, we live just 1.5 km from the sea and 3 km from the beach. We now know all the special beaches, local events and typical Portuguese activities.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are therefore looking for positive people who like to work outside and are crazy about animals.
    It must be possible to work independently and also to stay here alone when we are not here.
    We need some engagement in our vegetable garden, depending on the season and cuddling our animals.
    Being available for the animals is the most important thing.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    French: Intermediate
    German: Beginner
    Portuguese: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a domain of 1, 5 hectares and there is a beautiful gypsywagon, tiny house or caravan that can be used by our volunteers from September till May. This is a bit removed from our house so you have the necessary privacy. There is an outdoor kitchen, warm water shower and compost toilet.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Given the location of our house it is ideal to go surfing, supping, hiking, mointenbiken, swimming in the sea, enjoying the beautiful Algarve !!! Or you enjoy your garden and the various terraces in your free time.

  • 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

    We most off the time have good acces to internet, Starlink.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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    Profile photo of Mittens and Molly. Couckie , Salmon, Lupus

    Mittens and Molly. Couckie , Salmon, Lupus

    For the moment we have 5 cats in and around our house. We also feed 3 stray cats in our and our neighbors garden.

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    Ka Doo

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    Ji Nee

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    Surprise

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    Shade

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    Sun

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    Lobo

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    Poppy

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    Shep

    We have 5 lovely midsized dogs. All rescued. They are friendly and easy going.

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The image depicts a grassy area with a fence, featuring a row of trees in the background, and a few objects scattered throughout, including what appears to be a small, white, rectangular object.
The image shows two pigs in a fenced area, with a wooden fence and a grassy field in the background. The pigs are standing in front of a body of water.
The image depicts an older dog with a white face, grey fur, and a brown collar standing on a gravel surface in a wooded area.
The image shows an aerial view of a town with roads, houses, and fields. The town is called Montinhos da Luz.
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The image depicts a covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by a low wall, and a large window, likely situated in a residential or commercial setting.
The image shows a group of horses standing in a fenced area, with a few trees and a body of water visible in the background. The horses are all facing different directions.
The image shows a group of rabbits in a grassy area, with some standing and others lying down. The background is filled with greenery, and the overall atmosphere is one of relaxation and tranquility.
The image shows a cat sitting on a table, looking directly at the camera with its head tilted to the left. The cat is white with black spots and has a long tail.
The image depicts a cozy outdoor space with a table and chairs, surrounded by a fence, featuring a small garden and a bench, evoking a sense of warmth and relaxation.
The image depicts a serene scene of a house with a large yard, featuring a bird\'s eye view of the property\'s exterior, showcasing its layout and surroundings.
The image depicts an aerial view of a large white house with a brown roof, surrounded by trees and a driveway, showcasing its unique architecture and natural surroundings.

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