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We are two city guys who have decided to change their lives and start their personal utopia. We try to combine the benefits of technology with the beauty of living with nature. Farming, constructions and work with the animals are daily tasks. Our place ist constantly growing and so do we. We are looking for interesting and likeminded people.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Fitness
Nature
Yoga / Wellness
Videography
Politics / Social justice
Technology
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Pets
Self development
Photography
Plant care
Music
Gardening
Drawing & painting
Carpentry
Cooking & food
DIY & crafts
Animals
Architecture
Art & design
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We speak English, German and a bit of Portuguese. We have a background in civil engineering, health and fitness and we have travelled and lived in many places on this planet.
Help
Hi there,
we are running a farm in the middle of Alentejo (the pictures that you see).
We are looking for people who can help us maintain and develop our private home and garden, look after the animals, clean and help with cooking.
March 2025 - we will assemble a group for that month
April 2025 & after - looking for longterm help, mainly with cooking and small house maintenance
We are also always eager to learn new things. We are very interested in Marketing and social media content creation.
So if you feel this is a part you can/want to share let us know.
We are really looking forward to receiving your message, just give us a couple of days to respond as we are receiving a lot of them.
Sunny regards,
Jan & Stephan
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
We would love to improve our Portuguese. If you have experience in teaching let us know :)
Accommodation
Real rooms and really cool glamping Tipis
What else ...
We have a gym, a pool and plenty of yoga equipment - a pickup truck and a VW bus to go to markets, to the beach once in a while.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have wifi in both houses (even on some edges of the pool) and are set with cameras, laptops and cables to almost every device on this planet :)
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
we got 2 dogs, 4 cats and 3 horses - all animals have to stay outside the houses and need to be okay with each other.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 398415253443
Feedback (18)
25 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Liz) for host
I had such a great time with Jan & Stefan! I work part-time online and the clear routine was great to make all my daily tasks flow smoothly. They were so flexible when I had online meetings etc. and the food they served was just out of this world! the dinner conversation were so valuable and everyone there was just so loving and generous. I'm so… read more
21 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Paula) for host
This was my very first Workaway experience – and I absolutely loved it!
If I’d had more time, I definitely would have stayed longer. What I appreciated most was the daily routine, which I enjoyed so much that I’ve adopted parts of it into my own life.
Mornings started with a shared breakfast – so much care went into the preparation, and the food… read more
If I’d had more time, I definitely would have stayed longer. What I appreciated most was the daily routine, which I enjoyed so much that I’ve adopted parts of it into my own life.
Mornings started with a shared breakfast – so much care went into the preparation, and the food… read more
3 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)
Alexandre is not only a hard worker but with his kind and joyful attitude a blessing for every group. We were super happy to host him and hope to see him again one day. Highly recommend to invite him to help with your place.
(Excellent
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25 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Liz) for host
I had such a great time with Jan & Stefan! I work part-time online and the clear routine was great to make all my daily tasks flow smoothly. They were so flexible when I had online meetings etc. and the food they served was just out of this world! the dinner conversation were so valuable and everyone there was just so loving and generous. I'm so… read more
21 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Paula) for host
This was my very first Workaway experience – and I absolutely loved it!
If I’d had more time, I definitely would have stayed longer. What I appreciated most was the daily routine, which I enjoyed so much that I’ve adopted parts of it into my own life.
Mornings started with a shared breakfast – so much care went into the preparation, and the food… read more
If I’d had more time, I definitely would have stayed longer. What I appreciated most was the daily routine, which I enjoyed so much that I’ve adopted parts of it into my own life.
Mornings started with a shared breakfast – so much care went into the preparation, and the food… read more
3 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)
Alexandre is not only a hard worker but with his kind and joyful attitude a blessing for every group. We were super happy to host him and hope to see him again one day. Highly recommend to invite him to help with your place.
(Excellent)
26 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Zeus & Catherine)
Zeus and Cat are the an amazing addition to every place. They are fun to be around, know how to find their work and learn quickly. We had a great time with them here and can only hope for you to cross their pass.
(Excellent)
26 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Zeus & Catherine) for host
We could not have chosen a better place for our first workaway experience! Thank you Jan and Stephan for welcoming us, making us feel comfortable, and giving us the opportunity to work on fun projects and learn some new things. Our accommodations were comfortable, the food was excellent, and the balance of work and play was perfect. We hope to… read more
26 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Dani is a great person, motivated worker and a fun guy to be around. We were lucky to have him here for way too short and we hope to have him back in the future.
(Excellent)
5 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Dédé & Hugo) for host
Amazing Workaway Experience with Jan & Stephan!
Our time at Jan and Stephan's Workaway in Alentejo, Portugal, was absolutely incredible. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and appreciated. The work was varied and tailored to our skills and preferences, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
The surroundings are stunning,… read more
Our time at Jan and Stephan's Workaway in Alentejo, Portugal, was absolutely incredible. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and appreciated. The work was varied and tailored to our skills and preferences, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
The surroundings are stunning,… read more
5 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Dédé & Hugo)
Dédé & Hugo stayed with us for several weeks and it was nothing short of an amazing time. Super reliable and hard working couple. Always happy to have them back at our place.
Can only recommend to host those two.
Can only recommend to host those two.
(Excellent)
5 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Konstantinos & Charlotte)
We hosted them together in a bigger group and it was not only a lot of fun but also very productive. Both of them are hard working but super chill. They always found their spot in the group and contributed every day.
Would highly recommend to host them if they come across your way. You wont be disappointed.
Would highly recommend to host them if they come across your way. You wont be disappointed.
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Konstantinos & Charlotte) for host
Our time at the farm was amazing, serene, and beautiful. Stephan and Jan are quite open, sensitive, and welcoming as hosts. The projects involved landscaping, gardening, and renovation, mostly done independently with other volunteers. The work was both challenging and educational at times, and we were glad to be trusted by the hosts to complete… read more
5 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Josefina & Florian)
Those two were a true joy to be around. We really enjoyed having them here at our place. Both are definitely skillful and hard workers but also interesting and fun to talk to.
Looking forward to meet them in the future again.
Would definitely recommend to host them.
Looking forward to meet them in the future again.
Would definitely recommend to host them.
(Excellent)
5 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
(re)Becca has been an essential part of our place and the group we hosted here. She is extremely hard working and well organised, besides being a fun person to be around.
We are always happy to have her back and excited for every of her future hosts.
We are always happy to have her back and excited for every of her future hosts.
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
This was my first workaway and I loved hit - seriously hit the jackpot.
I stayed for 5 weeks, there were 6 other workaway-ers and we all got along really well.
I loved the routine. We would have breakfast together, work, and then the rest of the day was yours. So you could explore the land, use the gym, or just chill in the sun by the pool.… read more
I stayed for 5 weeks, there were 6 other workaway-ers and we all got along really well.
I loved the routine. We would have breakfast together, work, and then the rest of the day was yours. So you could explore the land, use the gym, or just chill in the sun by the pool.… read more
18 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host
richtig knorke Jungs! Immer nett und hilfsbereit. Das Grundstück ist mega schön und echt riiieeesig. Es gibt einen Kraftraum einen Pool einen See und alles ist voll mit netten Menschen. Die Workawayer haben ein schnukeliges Häuschen für sich alleine mit einer super Aussicht über die landschaft. Es gibt absolut nichts auszusetzen und ich bin froh,… read more
13 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lara)
It was really nice to meet Lara. She helped us over the course of 4 weeks at our farm. She really got along well with all the other workawayers and fulfilled all her tasks. Lara is a huge help in the kitchen, she always finds a way to create a tasty dish for the whole group.
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Maike) for host
This place is beautiful, that’s why I came back for a second time (spent almost 4 weeks in total at the farm 🌳). Stephan and Jan are living the dream: giant land, quietness, pool, gym, lovely animals, no neighbors nearby, fruit trees and the most beautiful night sky ✨ I‘m sure, you‘ll like it!
The tasks: mostly easy tasks (housekeeping, cooking,… read more
The tasks: mostly easy tasks (housekeeping, cooking,… read more
9 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Maike)
Maike was a real blessing to our place. She is a very hands-on person, each task only had to be shown or explained once and she was great in adding ideas to better the process. She also displayed a great talent in the kitchen where she figured out to cook super tasty meals, even though she said this would not be her strong suit.
We are hoping to… read more
We are hoping to… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Abigel & Marcell) for host
The farm had everything what we needed. We had the chance to meet and talk with lots of different people, we had board game evenings, movie nights, but if we decided to sleep early that was also fine. Jan and Stephan have an amazing place, it is remote, so we really had the chance for relaxation. But if you arrive by car we’d defenitely recommend… read more
30 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anne)
To be honest I was a bit worried about Anne's age and how much of help she could be. My concerns were without reason. Anne showed an incredible work attitude and was extremely reliable. As we were in a very hectic time with our businesses, it was amazing to know I could trust her 100% with every task. Every task only had to be explained once and… read more
(Excellent)
29 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Anne) for host
I’ve had an amazing time staying at the farm for one month with Jan, Stephan, the animals and all the other lovely people, coming and going from this place of peacefulness.
I met so many amazing people, learned how to bake bread, make olive paste, granola and many other things.
The pool and gym were always available for us and I really enjoyed my… read more
I met so many amazing people, learned how to bake bread, make olive paste, granola and many other things.
The pool and gym were always available for us and I really enjoyed my… read more
8 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Johanna & Mia Valentina) for host
We stayed with Jan and Stephan for one week and loved it! The place is georgous and the dogs and cats are just the cutest, always happy to cuddle.
We sadly didn't have the best weather when we were there, but the experience still couldn't have been better!
There were many different tasks, all divided equally under the volunteers, with enough free… read more
We sadly didn't have the best weather when we were there, but the experience still couldn't have been better!
There were many different tasks, all divided equally under the volunteers, with enough free… read more
4 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (amberjs) for host
I was not sure how long I would stay at Jan & Stephan's place, but after the first day I already knew I wouldn't pack my bags soon. Had three wonderful weeks in the Alentejo. Jan and Stephan are super easy going, the place is amazing (especially by sunrise!) and I'm still dreaming about the homemade bread. The daily tasks were divided among the… read more
13 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Giacomo & Federica)
Giacomo and Frederica were a real blessing to our place. Their energy is great and they brought a lot of fun and laughter to the group. Their Italian cooking was in high demand throughout their whole stay. Both of them are hard working and have their individual skills which surely can help every host. Already looking forward to see them again in… read more
(Excellent)
13 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonathan)
Jonathan is everything you can wish for in a workaway(er). He ist trustworthy, works very precise and uses his brain whenever needed. He also added to a great atmosphere within the group.
We are very happy he stayed with us and hope to have him here again.
We are very happy he stayed with us and hope to have him here again.
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Milena) for host
It is hard for me to find the most suitable words to describe my experience at this amazing place!
Jan and Stephan are two magnificent souls! They made their best for me to feel comfortable and feel at home. The working atmosphere was peaceful and extremely pleasant. You can learn so much of them! For me the time spent there helped me grow in… read more
Jan and Stephan are two magnificent souls! They made their best for me to feel comfortable and feel at home. The working atmosphere was peaceful and extremely pleasant. You can learn so much of them! For me the time spent there helped me grow in… read more
28 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
I can’t even describe how grateful I am for this incredibly great time at Jan & Stephan’s place. I spend almost 3 weeks there and I can only agree to all the positive feedback that is written down below. It was a really nice working atmosphere, the food was amazing and Jan & Stephan are really trying to make your stay as comfortable as possible.… read more
23 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Susanne) for host
I spent two weeks at Jan and Stephan's beautiful place in nature. We've been a team of 4 volunteers helping them to maintain around the house. We did some pruning, weeding, painting the house walls, fixing the chicken coop and so on...
First of all, you will get spoiled by delicious food, mainly cooked from Stephan. They do almost everything… read more
First of all, you will get spoiled by delicious food, mainly cooked from Stephan. They do almost everything… read more
9 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)
First of all, Gabriel is a super nice guy. He is extremely hard working and has some serious crafty skills. He helped us building a two unit, compost toilet. He knows how to use heavy power tools like Boschhammer and chainsaw. Last but not least, we really enjoyed the time with Gabriel - he shared some great stories from his travels and he even… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
We are happy to have had the chance to meet Evi, even though the time spent was shorter than expected. She helped us around the house - enjoyed nature with us, helped making this place more beautiful and took some stunning pictures of our farm. We wish her the best for future travels as well as workaway experiences.
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
I spent a couple of weeks at Jan & Stefan's farm last autumn and looking back at my time there, I feel a lot of gratitude. The place is tranquil and peaceful, the land is vast with plenty of scents and colors (sunrise is incredibly and the mere thought of it warms my heart). Walking and wandering around the property feels like meditation. Both… read more
24 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jan) for host
A tranquil place with loads of good humans. I enjoyed the variety of tasks and even more the good dinner time talks and the amazing food (you’d get a Michelin star from me for sure!). I love how you guys have a vision not only for this place, but for a better tomorrow. Keep up the good work :)
21 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
I stayed for a month in Jan & Stefan's place,and have learned a lot. Planning & getting the garden started while doing some research on permaculture principles was a super challenge that I loved. The place and the surroundings are amazingly beautiful and super comfortable ; pool, gym, own private room, and lots of spots to watch sunrise and… read more
4 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde)
Mathilde was a great find for us. She works very dedicated, is able to structure if needed and can research as well as work hands-on. She is a kind human being and definetly someone you want to have at your place. We miss her already and are hoping to see her again soon.
(Excellent)
25 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (LISANNE & David)
Those two :) we were super blessed to have Lis & David here. They are super hands-on helpers. They take on responibility when needed and are not afraid to make their hands dirty. Was a great time we shared together.
(Excellent)
