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Host rating
85 %
Last replied
29 Mar 2024
Reply rate
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Description
We are Tim (originally from Australia, retired from working for humanitarian agencies) and Helga (borh in Granada, lived many years in Ireland, furniture restorer and artist). We have three large amiable dogs and two cats. Our cortijo is primarily planted with olives, but also almond, cherry, nispero, kaki, grapes, quince and citrus.
Accommodation will be in a self-contained rental apartment.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travelers can improve their English and/or Spanish, learn about olives and learn and Andalucian culture.
Help
We own a cortijo (small farm) in Niguelas, Granada Province, Andalucia, We are looking for help with landscaping, building, harvesting and pruning olive trees.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: FluentThis 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
Helpers are accommodated in a self contained apartment that we normally use for short rental. We enjoy cooking and provide a range of healthy meals, vegetarian if preferred.
What else ...
There is a lot to do in the area. The cortijo is situated on the borders of the Sierra Nevada National Park. A paradise for hikers. There are a variety of easy and demanding walks starting right outside the house. There are regular buses from the village to Granada, the coast and pueblos blancos of the Alpujarra.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
