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Min stay requested: at least 1 month
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Description
We are currently looking for (long-term) volunteers to help us with life on our homestead. We are four adults, our little 2-year-old, two dogs, one cat and some chickens, living together off-grid in the middle of the forest. At the moment, we also usually have one to three Workawayers staying with us.
We like living close to nature and having a simple life. We are working on different things around the land, the garden, the animals and the house, so there is always something to do.
We are happy to meet people from different places and share our everyday life with them. If you like nature, animals, getting your hands dirty and living a bit differently, you will probably fit in well here. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Pets
Farming
Plant care
Gardening
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Architecture
Animals
Nature
Hiking
Camping
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UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Become part of a family project in rural Portugal and learn hands-on skills like building, gardening, permaculture, forestry, fire prevention, land work, off-grid living and much more. 🌸
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Au Pair Help
This host is looking for Au pair help.
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Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
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Help
We are looking for people to help us at our homestead. We grow a lot of our own food and preserve it for the winter. We are also renovating an old granite building on our land.
The work changes with the seasons, so there is always something different to do.
We are especially looking for allrounders who like gardening and DIY. You don't need much experience. It is more important that you are motivated, practical and willing to learn.
There is garden work like planting, harvesting, taking care of the beds and trees. We also have building and renovation work, firewood, mushrooms, food preservation and general work around the land (strimming, mowing).
We are also looking for someone who enjoys keeping things running around the homestead, like cooking, baking, laundry, harvesting, preserving food and keeping the common spaces clean and welcoming.
We are looking mainly for people who want to stay for at least 4 weeks. But if you want to stay shorter, please send us a message anyway. Depending on the time and our availability, we can usually find a way. -
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: 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.
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Accommodation
We offer each volunteer or couple/pair a cozy private cabin with a big bed and basic facilities. Each cabin has its own private toilet and outdoor seating area.
You also have access to our shared kitchen and community space, which is well stocked and open for everyone to use. -
What else ...
You can cook your meals whenever you like in our shared community kitchen. The kitchen is well equipped and there is plenty of space to cook together or make your own food.
We always have basic food for everyday cooking and breakfast, like rice, pasta, flour, oats, spices, oil and other staples. We also have fresh herbs and, depending on the season, vegetables and fruit from our garden.
We grow and preserve a lot of our own food, so you can also learn about things like harvesting, making juice, fermentation and food preservation. Sometimes we cook and eat together, but you are always free to cook for yourself.
The last 2 km to the homestead are on a dirt road.
The closest bus stop and small shop are about a 25-minute walk away. There is affordable public transport, electric bikes, and we also give lifts to the nearest village every day. So it is possible to get around without a car.
Viseu has good connections to Porto, Lisbon and Spain. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
Sure!
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Space for parking camper vans
Camper welcome! You can park your van on a private terrace right next to the river. It’s a perfect spot for vanlife and camping, away from the main living area, so you have your own quiet space while still being part of the place.
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Can possibly accept pets
We have chickens, dogs and a cat so it’s important to think about how your pet would get along with them.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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My animals / pets
Freya
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We really enjoyed the variety of tasks and appreciated being able to learn and … read more
There was engaging and varied work. In 1 week I was involved with … read more
Kiki is a real gem. We were a little hesitant at first because he could only stay with us for 10 days, but after a video call we decided to give it a go — and we’re so glad we did. He turned out to be nothing short of wonderful.
From the moment he arrived, he fit right in. He showed initiative straight away and approached every … read more
The homestead is absolutely beautiful, and I can really feel how much love and care they put into everything. I learned so many new things during my stay, and every day felt meaningful in its own way.
I’m truly grateful for … read more
During our stay, we worked together organizing firewood, helping in the garden, pruning trees, and also cooking delicious vegetarian meals that we … read more
It was my first real introduction to off-grid living. I arrived curious and left deeply grateful—for the land, the rhythms, and most of all, the people.
Jess and her family have such a generous way of letting you into their lives. From the very beginning, I felt truly welcome. Their … read more
My tasks included gardening and maintaining the outdoor space, cooking, babysitting, and watering the plants. I also had … read more
But more than anything, Filipe is just a genuinely kind and gentle person. We really connected with him and would be happy to have him back anytime — … read more
