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We are a family of 5 (parents, 11 year old twins and "grandad") and live in our dream home in Lagoa in the Algarve. We are looking for a couple or single person who can help with child care, animals, general cleaning, some gardening and construction (tree house, pond, veg bed etc)
4 hours per day, 5 days a week in exchange for private 1 bed apartment with internet, parking, breakfasts and some evening meals. Access to swimming pool and bicycles.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live on the edge of a beautiful and typical Algarvian village with the fantastic coastline and beaches just 6 km away. Easy distance to local bars, restaurants, shops, close to bus routes and Uber/Bolt are never far away (if you don't want to use our bikes)
Projects involving children
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Help
We have 2 lively 11 year old twins (a girl and a boy). They both love dancing, gymnastics, swimming, trampolining - basically anything energetic. We are lucky we have a large garden with a heated swimming pool so there is plenty of room for them to run and shout. They attend the local school and are fluent in both English & Portuguese.
We would like our workawayers to help look after our small menagerie (chickens, ducks, dog, guinea pigs and goldfish) and general jobs around the house (cleaning, tidying-up etc) and garden (weeding, composting, tendering veg beds etc). As well as possibly helping with projects painting, building and even a tree house.
During the cooler months (October - May) the help will be more outside than inside.
In summer when it's too hot for much gardening the help will be more inside than outside.
During school holidays more time will be spent playing with the kids and less on other stuff.
Occasionally we may spend a few days away and we would then ask our workawayer to be our house and pet-sitter. Plus the vegetable patch that will need keeping an eye on too.
We believe strongly that both the host and the workawayer must enjoy their roles and strive to reach a "win/win" situation - it's the only way to keep everybody happy and we all like happy!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Portuguese: BeginnerThis 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
Separate 1 bedroom furnished apartment with WiFi. Bedroom with kingsize bed. Ensuite bathroom with shower. Lounge with bed-settee and kitchen where you can prepare your own food. Breakfast is provided and two or three times a week it would be lovely for you to join the family for meal. Parking if required. Bicycles available for use. Access to swimming pool (heated).
What else ...
Child care help will involve keeping track of the twins (they run fast!) and generally entertaining them.
Housework will involve general cleaning...
Garden work: weeding, lawn cutting, compost etc
Projects: Fish pond, Tree house, Hen house
However to relax you will have your own private apartment with access to the internet, great views and a good location. You are also always welcome to join our 11 year old twins jumping on the trampoline or swimming! You can walk to the village and visit the famous Porches potteries and the beach is not far away either (6kms). Bike available, bus stop 200 metres from house, Uber & Bolt in area and cheap.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have great broadband.
Space for parking camper vans
We have space to park your car or a full size motorhome.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 399322932311
Feedback (17)
10 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana & Sebastian)
Jana & Sebastian were a fantastic couple to host. Both are diligent and hardworking, sociable, quiet and caring.
We made the most of Sebastian's skills as a professional painter and decorator - he joined the cracks in the ceiling plasterboards, then filled, sanded and painted the whole room and the ceiling in another room. It was a sheer pleasure… read more
We made the most of Sebastian's skills as a professional painter and decorator - he joined the cracks in the ceiling plasterboards, then filled, sanded and painted the whole room and the ceiling in another room. It was a sheer pleasure… read more
(Excellent
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5 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jana & Sebastian) for host
We had the best time!
We got to work a lot of different things, so it never got boring. Mostly outside work, walking the dog, feeding the chickens and ducks, hedge trimming, planting things, painting... Sarah and Manoj had a great way of communicating, they always checked if we are fine with the work and everything else. They warmly welcomed us… read more
We got to work a lot of different things, so it never got boring. Mostly outside work, walking the dog, feeding the chickens and ducks, hedge trimming, planting things, painting... Sarah and Manoj had a great way of communicating, they always checked if we are fine with the work and everything else. They warmly welcomed us… read more
28 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Gwendolyne)
Gwen and Sam stayed with us for 1 month over February 2024. They were a delight to host and proved to be a hard working, intelligent, resourceful and sociable couple.
Unfortunately near the beginning of their stay, our dog, Charlie, was attacked by another dog and Gwen proved herself to be the hero of the day, letting our dog run home whilst… read more
Unfortunately near the beginning of their stay, our dog, Charlie, was attacked by another dog and Gwen proved herself to be the hero of the day, letting our dog run home whilst… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Gwendolyne) for host
I went to Portugal for a month with my partner Sam, and we stayed at Sarah and Manoj's house and what a pleasant welcome we received from the first moment! They have a beautiful house, two super energetic children and a little dog who stole my heart! I loved that Sarah always took the time to explain to us in detail the things that needed to be… read more
19 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Anna)
Anna and Anna were with us for 6 weeks. We'd have loved for them to have stayed longer as they were absolutely perfect workawayers. Intelligent, tidy girls, quiet (but not shy) girls. Really hard workers getting on with whatever the task was and, more importantly, doing it well. Both from farming backgrounds, it was a delight to discover that they… read more
(Excellent
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10 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana & Sebastian)
Jana & Sebastian were a fantastic couple to host. Both are diligent and hardworking, sociable, quiet and caring.
We made the most of Sebastian's skills as a professional painter and decorator - he joined the cracks in the ceiling plasterboards, then filled, sanded and painted the whole room and the ceiling in another room. It was a sheer pleasure… read more
We made the most of Sebastian's skills as a professional painter and decorator - he joined the cracks in the ceiling plasterboards, then filled, sanded and painted the whole room and the ceiling in another room. It was a sheer pleasure… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jana & Sebastian) for host
We had the best time!
We got to work a lot of different things, so it never got boring. Mostly outside work, walking the dog, feeding the chickens and ducks, hedge trimming, planting things, painting... Sarah and Manoj had a great way of communicating, they always checked if we are fine with the work and everything else. They warmly welcomed us… read more
We got to work a lot of different things, so it never got boring. Mostly outside work, walking the dog, feeding the chickens and ducks, hedge trimming, planting things, painting... Sarah and Manoj had a great way of communicating, they always checked if we are fine with the work and everything else. They warmly welcomed us… read more
28 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Gwendolyne)
Gwen and Sam stayed with us for 1 month over February 2024. They were a delight to host and proved to be a hard working, intelligent, resourceful and sociable couple.
Unfortunately near the beginning of their stay, our dog, Charlie, was attacked by another dog and Gwen proved herself to be the hero of the day, letting our dog run home whilst… read more
Unfortunately near the beginning of their stay, our dog, Charlie, was attacked by another dog and Gwen proved herself to be the hero of the day, letting our dog run home whilst… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Gwendolyne) for host
I went to Portugal for a month with my partner Sam, and we stayed at Sarah and Manoj's house and what a pleasant welcome we received from the first moment! They have a beautiful house, two super energetic children and a little dog who stole my heart! I loved that Sarah always took the time to explain to us in detail the things that needed to be… read more
19 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Anna)
Anna and Anna were with us for 6 weeks. We'd have loved for them to have stayed longer as they were absolutely perfect workawayers. Intelligent, tidy girls, quiet (but not shy) girls. Really hard workers getting on with whatever the task was and, more importantly, doing it well. Both from farming backgrounds, it was a delight to discover that they… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jeppe) for host
We had a great time with Sarah and her family. We worked during the morning and visited many different places by bike or public transport. Sarah and Manoj were always ready to talk, and tell where to go and what to visit. We also enjoyed having dinner and pizzaevenings together every week. Thank you for a good time!
9 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeppe)
Jeppe & his dad Torben were fantastic workawayers and were with us nearly 1 month. Quiet and hardworking. It was lovely seeing them working well together and enjoying each other's company - I can only wish that I have such a good relationship with my son when he's 21. We took advantage of the fact that Torben is a professional carpenter and got… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Anneli)
Anna and Anneli were with us for nearly 2 weeks. They mainly worked outside preparing and tidying up the raised veg beds, composting, weeding and laying weed matting, dog walking and mucking out the chicken house. Despite such a short visit they managed to see quite a lot of the surrounding area visiting both beaches and towns and enjoying… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Riccardo & Julia)
We were lucky enough to host Riccardo & Julia for 3 months. A very versatile couple capable of turning their hands to almost everything. Julia was fantastically creative and I was very dependant on her creating the kids "award-winning" halloween costumes, painting a mural on our exterior wall and even designing and building a pantomime cow!!… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Rachel) for host
I feel so lucky to have been welcomed into a sweet family for my first few weeks in Portugal and my first ever workaway experience! Sarah and Manoj are friendly and warm hosts; they helped me figure out how to exchange money and overcome all the other little barriers that arise when travelling in a new country. Ava and Zac are also so delightful… read more
9 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachel)
Rachel was simply fantastic! Our whole family enjoyed being in her company - a very warm, caring, intelligent and creative person with bundles of common sense and a great work ethic. Rachel had quite a lot of plant knowledge and worked easily by herself designing the plant layout around the pond, working out which plants needed sun/shade etc. She… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanne)
Jeanne stayed with us for 2 and 1/2 weeks and saw the kids finish their summer holiday and return to school, and the weather change from hot hot hot to rainy and cooler. Regardless of changes Jeanne was super reliable. She was excellent with the all the animals - clearly a fond animal lover. She was also good with my energetic children and… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Valentina & Juan Jose ) for host
Hello Family! First of all, we want to apologize for writing our feedback a little bit late! We lived 1 month with sarah and manoj family and traveling in all algarve by bikes! and it was something that we will never forget at all.
We want to tell everyone that the experience we had at Sarah and Manoj's house was an unique and unforgettable… read more
We want to tell everyone that the experience we had at Sarah and Manoj's house was an unique and unforgettable… read more
13 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentina & Juan Jose )
Valentina and Juan Jose looked after our chickens, ducks, guinea-pigs, fish, dog and children! They were also great hedge strimmers, weeders and compost turners! They were great with the kids and spent a lot of the time playing games in the pool and trampolining. Juan Jose was particularly tolerant with my acrobatic-mad daughter literally jumping… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ana) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it couldn’t have been better. Sarah and Manoj were loving and welcoming. Ava and Zac are full of energy (and talking haha) and very sweet. Doing eye Make-up, dancing shows, playing games..You won’t get bored with them! We did gardening, feeding the animals, housework and looking after the kids. After work… read more
9 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana)
Ana, and her friend Josie, worked with us for 2 weeks during a hot hot summer. Both are clever, young, fun, bubbly girls who were a delight to be with. They took their responsibilities seriously and carried out duties without issue. They looked after our guinea pigs, ducks and chickens, took the dog for walks, watered plants, cleaned the house and… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Teréz)
Teri was with us for 3 weeks and we all enjoyed having her here. During her stay she mainly dealt with our pets, cleaning and playing with kids. She was quiet and hardworking and I had every confidence in her. She was an early riser (perfect to make the most of the cooler hours before the heat of the Portuguese summer day kicks in). The kids loved… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Josephine)
Josie, and her friend Ana, worked with us for 2 weeks during a hot hot summer. Both are clever, young, fun, bubbly girls who were a delight to be with. They took their responsibilities seriously and carried out duties without issue. They looked after our guinea pigs, ducks and chickens, took the dog for walks, watered plants, cleaned the house and… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Umang) for host
I spent 90 days at this workaway and if it wasn’t for European rules would have loved to stay much more.
This is one of the greatest experiences I’ve had in general including the workaway side and meeting the wonderful hosts and friends.
As soon as I arrived I was made to feel at home. One of the greatest benefits is having your own personal one… read more
This is one of the greatest experiences I’ve had in general including the workaway side and meeting the wonderful hosts and friends.
As soon as I arrived I was made to feel at home. One of the greatest benefits is having your own personal one… read more
16 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Umang)
Umang was a STAR in every department. He fitted in immediately with everyone: my husband and I took to him instantly, both our kids absolutely adored him and he worked and socialised superbly with other workawayers when their stays overlapped.
Umang stayed with us for 90 days (thanks to Brexit he then had to return to the UK although we'd all… read more
Umang stayed with us for 90 days (thanks to Brexit he then had to return to the UK although we'd all… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sif) for host
This was my first time doing Workaway and I couldn't have had a better experience. I felt at home the moment I stepped in. Manosh and Sarah was so lovely people and made it a fun and a nice experience. And not to mention Ava and Zac, fun, energetic and loving kids.
The days varies of different task, I did gardening, cleaning the house, looked… read more
The days varies of different task, I did gardening, cleaning the house, looked… read more
26 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sif)
Sif was a delight to have as a workawayer. Clever, very competent and friendly.
If you asked/showed Sif how to do a job she got it instantly and performed each task perfectly. She also was great with our 2 nine-year olds, engaging with them yet also keeping them within boundaries.
Whether her role was gardening, cleaning or playing with kids she… read more
If you asked/showed Sif how to do a job she got it instantly and performed each task perfectly. She also was great with our 2 nine-year olds, engaging with them yet also keeping them within boundaries.
Whether her role was gardening, cleaning or playing with kids she… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucrezia & Angelo)
We were lucky enough to host Angelo and Lucrezia for 2 months.
Their time here was split into three periods: Initially my kids were on school holidays and so child-minding was the primary task. This they undertook with a hands-on approach rather than just watching them: dancing, playing with make-up (particularly green body paint!) and of course… read more
Their time here was split into three periods: Initially my kids were on school holidays and so child-minding was the primary task. This they undertook with a hands-on approach rather than just watching them: dancing, playing with make-up (particularly green body paint!) and of course… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lucrezia & Angelo) for host
We spent almost two months at Manoj and Sarah's house.
In the first three weeks our main task was babysitting. We played with Ava and Zac, drawing, dancing, enjoyed time in the pool and when the parents had gone out we cooked pizza for them and watched movies togheter.
The twins are super energetic and you need to be proactive to keep their… read more
In the first three weeks our main task was babysitting. We played with Ava and Zac, drawing, dancing, enjoyed time in the pool and when the parents had gone out we cooked pizza for them and watched movies togheter.
The twins are super energetic and you need to be proactive to keep their… read more
18 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Pierre & Echeverria) for host
Our stay in Portugal was very good. We spent 2 weeks in Manoj, Sarah, Ava, and Zac's house, our job consisted of babysitting and renovating a kitchen. Ava and Zac are very funny, intelligent, and energetic kids, we had a great time with them, especially at the zoo! We did various activities like going to the zoo, cooking cupcakes and pizza… read more
13 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre & Echeverria)
Pierre and Ione stayed with us for 2 weeks in July 2021. They primarily did child minding of our 8-year old twins although some housework and kitchen renovation work was also undertaken. Their spoken English is very good although my kids were intrigued to learn a bit of French and Spanish too. Pierre and Ione are both clever and quick to pick up… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Eva & Léna) for host
This first Workaway experience was amazing thanks to the whole family. Whether it's Manoj, Sarah, Ava or Zac, each person is unique and has given us a lot. You can see a great bond of love between the family which is great.
Babysitting the children has been a pleasure for us, they are adorable, full of energy and are always up for playing and… read more
Babysitting the children has been a pleasure for us, they are adorable, full of energy and are always up for playing and… read more
26 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva & Léna)
Eva & Lena were wonderful workawayers: enthusiastic, polite, intelligent, beautiful, patient, talented people! Their job was to look after our 8 year old twins whilst us parents were at intensive language school most evenings. This they did with care, confidence and fun. Both Eva & Lena are good cooks and without any guidance happily prepared the… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Constantin & Emilia)
This young, clever, energetic, inspiring, kind and sociable couple are a 100% great addition to the Workaway system. You could not ask for a more perfect pair. Thank you for spending time with our family and entertaining our kids. Also we very much enjoyed Emmie's Polish peorogi - yum!
If you're ever lucky enough to host this couple, grab the… read more
If you're ever lucky enough to host this couple, grab the… read more
(Excellent
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12 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Constantin & Emilia) for host
We spent two weeks together with the small family of Sarah and Manoj. We felt like being part of the family right from the beginning and fully enjoyed our time there. The workload was very reasonable and a lot of time we just took care and played with the children. Zac and Ava are full of energy which means a lot of fun and playing in the pool or… read more
21 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jule)
Jule was a wonderful workawayer and it was an honour to host her. Despite being just 19 years old she was very organised and confident and interesting to talk to. I could trust her totally with my 2 children and in turn they found her great fun and very much enjoyed being with her. Jule is not a "watcher" she is a "doer" and played WITH kids in… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jule) for host
I really enjoyed the 2 weeks stay with Sarah, Manoj and the twins Ava and Zac. From the moment I arrived I felt very welcomed in their family. I looked after the very kind, active, open and smart children and did some work in the household. The work was really doable and you had a lot of time for yourself which I used to go to the beach mostly… read more
20 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rafael & Flávia Fernanda) for host
THREE wonderful months - that would be the short record. But we would like to register more, as we are grateful and very happy to have found our way:
1) the father is always a gentleman and available to teach us: MANOJ;
2) the curious and courageous mother, always in search of new knowledge and culture: SARAH;
the fantastic duo of twins and… read more
1) the father is always a gentleman and available to teach us: MANOJ;
2) the curious and courageous mother, always in search of new knowledge and culture: SARAH;
the fantastic duo of twins and… read more
16 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rafael & Flávia Fernanda)
Rafael and Flavia stayed with us for 3 months and were delightful to have as workawayers. Flavia was mainly involved with looking after my energetic 8 year old girl/boy twins and she is a natural - always calm and patient and also with the most beautiful smile. Not only did she play with the children but she was hugely successful in encouraging… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Dennise)
Dennise was a fantastic workawayer. Her “job” was to keep our 7-year old twins happy and safe for 4 hours a day (Mon-Fri) during the summer holidays in a corona-locked down world. She achieved this target with flying colours! Our children loved being around her and had lots of fun and I was pleased they were in confident hands. Dennise was able to… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Dennise) for host
I spent a month with Sarah, Manoj and the twins. From the moment I arrived the whole family were really welcoming and give me more than enough food , the apartment is great and have everything you will need, also I was invited to have dinner with the family where I can taste indian food that Manoj´s parents made and eat pizza at movie night.
I… read more
I… read more
22 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kirsty)
Although we have hosted many workawayers, Kirsty was our first "childminder" workawayer. She was great. A very capable and responsible 25+ year old whom I could totally trust to look after my 7 year old twins safely and with great fun. Daily entertainment covered a variety of activities: swimming, baking, reading, singing, role-playing and… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kirsty) for host
Just finished a month with Sarah, Manoj, Ava, Zac and the other longterm WorkAwayer- Olf. From the moment I arrived I was made feel part of the family. They went over and above to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable. The nanny flat they offer is a great size plus their house and grounds are huge. They have done a great job planting loads of… read more
4 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Andy)
Andy has been in Portugal for many years on & off so has a good understanding of the local fruit & veg that can be grown here which was very useful. He worked hard at preparing our lawn for seed - other tasks included hedge trimming, filling raised veg beds, compost maintenance and planting vegetable seeds. He took a great interest in all our… read more
(Excellent
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2 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kim) for host
staying with Sarah, Manoj and the kids was great from the moment i arrived until the time i left. as soon as i arrived I got a tour of their beautiful home and garden and also the very generous self contained flat which was my accommodation for my duration of the stay. i had a lovely meal with the family the first evening and also got given a… read more
21 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim)
Kim was with us for just over 1 month and during that whole time he was a smiling, humming, whistling happy-camper! Fun to be around but also hard working - equally good with a shovel or a powered hedge-trimmer. In his time off he would often play with my twin 7-yr old kids on the trampoline and even the non-heated swimming pool in January!!! They… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Michelle)
This girl is amazing! Michelle was with us for 2 months and fitted in immediately.
Put simply – she likes to work! Ask her to move Mount Everest in a day and she’ll give it a good go! She’s like a “Duracell/Energizer bunny” (if you remember those) – her strength and energy outlives all those around her!
During her time with us she cut back… read more
Put simply – she likes to work! Ask her to move Mount Everest in a day and she’ll give it a good go! She’s like a “Duracell/Energizer bunny” (if you remember those) – her strength and energy outlives all those around her!
During her time with us she cut back… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ulf)
Ulf was with us for 2 weeks and we thoroughly enjoyed having him around. He worked hard and was happy to tackle anything that was thrown at him, working well both by himself and alongside others. Tasks he undertook: ground clearance, bonfire management :), building raised vegetable beds, pruning etc. Ulf is a very considerate and easy-going man -… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Wyatt)
Wyatt (and his friend Evan) were our first workawayers and wow what a find! They have set a very high standard for others to follow. Absolutely charming guests AND they pulled their weight in work with smiles on their faces. They worked well together and individually. We achieved a lot more in 2 weeks than I thought we could. A sheer pleasure to… read more
(Excellent
)
