Come and help us with the renovation of old Portuguese House in the beautiful Algarve, Portugal

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2020

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AVAILABILITY FOR 2020

Looking for either:

a builder/skilled tradesman
labourer to help with renovation of garage/attic rooms - the 2 second phases of our renovation

an artist to paint a portrait of our 2 children

a carpenter, someone skilled to fix our shutters (The windows are now smaller so they need to be made smaller by 8 cm and fixed to the walls)

Artist/painter - to finish our fish wall, perhaps draw some palm trees and paint them

Someone to help finish our outside compost loo.

To stay in our gorgeous vintage caravan (or sleep in tent with use of the caravan), surrounded by countryside and tranquility, 20 minutes from the fun town of Lagos and within walking distance to amazing the beaches and villages of Burgau and Luz.

We have a project home near to Burgau (10 minutes walk) and Luz (20 minute walk) in the beautiful algarve, Portugal.

We are looking for hands on, proactive people, who would be prepared to help with the project.

Please apply if you are skilled in one of the above ways and are looking for a short stay this June (maybe early July depending on dates. You will have a large chunk of time to visit beaches (amazing beaches are a twenty minute walk away or 5 minute cycle) and there is loads to do in the area. The scenery is simply stunning and the town of Lagos is a great place for young people to go out with many bars and restaurants.

We look forward to hearing from you.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Other
Help with Eco project
Art project
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have lived in this part of the world for over 2 years now and it is simply stunning. We could show you plenty of places to visit and spend time at the project house hanging out/getting tasks done during the weekdays (some weekends depending on arrival date) but generally there will be lots of free time to explore locally.
Help
Looking for a carpenter to fix our shutters (The windows are now smaller so they need to be made smaller by 8 cm and fixed to the walls)

Artist/painter - to finish our fish wall, add colour, maybe draw and paint some palm trees

Someone to finish our outside compost loo and shower area - please have experience with this. The woodwork is nearly done but the engineering isn't. Would be good if you have skills laying brings/rendering.

Renovation of old Portuguese House, landscape gardening, building a compost loo and outdoor shower

Artist - to paint a canvas of the children. Please send details of experience if applicable.

Helping to build a wall around the house
Languages spoken
English Spanish
Accommodation
Caravan or Tent in gorgeous gardens overlooking fields and Burgau an old fishing village with lovely beaches/walks, bars and restaurants. A great place to be in the spring and summer.

Detached house.

Accommodation for workawayer may be adapted depending on stage of renovation when you apply. We can provide linen etc. The caravan is currently available. It is separate from the house, private with amazing surroundings.
What else ...
Beaches
Surfing
Walks
Cycling
Tennis
Golf
SUP
So much to do here!
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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06/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Flemming) for host

I stayed at Ross’ and Natasha’s place for two weeks and I enjoyed it very much. The area around the house is very beautiful, you can walk to the next city (Burgau) in 20 minutes but most of the time I borrowed a bike from them.
The work was most of the time easy and if there was any kind of work I don't wanted to do, their were open to talk about… read more

(Very good )

27/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Marlon)

Marlon is a sweet and kind guy. He adapted well to our family and the kids liked him immediately. He taught them some German words and would often play on the trampoline with them which they loved.

Marlon has a good work ethic, and if he works as hard as he did in his first two months, with such a positive attitude I think he will be able to do… read more

(Excellent )

08/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Joanna)

Jo is very easy to get on with, hard working and straightforward. Jo adapted well to the circumstances as she joined us at the hardest part of the renovation, but it didn't seem to phase her! Well done and thank you for all your hard work. We are glad to see you still so close by and wish you every success with your next ventures, we know you will… read more

(Excellent )

27/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Joanna) for host

I spent 3 months with Ross and Natasha working on a wide range of tasks; chasing out and lying cables, cement work, installing a lintel, brickwork, laying laminate, plastering and painting.

The views from the land are beautiful and quiet. It's located very close to the south coast, which is very convenient for surfing and getting into town.… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)

Kat is a confident, lovely young lady with a lot to offer.
Katherina was inquisitive, independent and generally self sufficient doing a few trips during her stay getting to see the area as well as coming to London for the weekend with us.
Kat was liked by our daughter and they played a lot which was a big positive, sometimes maybe hard… read more

(Very good )

24/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia)

Guilia is a very sweet young lady. She is a confident and very competent cook.
I think Guilia was a little unsure in other aspects of the role, perhaps as they were very varied perhaps and it wasn't always clear if Giulia felt settled in Leeds or perhaps a little homesick. But overall the help was welcomed especially with the lovely Italian… read more

(Very good )

24/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jenny) for host

Natasha and Ross, thank you so much for everything. I had the best time staying with your lovely family!

I felt welcome from the very first minute and they did everything to make my stay even more pleasant. I mainly helped with babysitting, cooking, cleaning and gardening. Natasha even tried to find tasks I would especially enjoy (hope the… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jenny)

Jenny was a delight. A lovely young lady who did everything with a smile.

We would really recommend Jenny to other families. Jenny took on some roles with the kids, some cooking and cleaning and even did some time helping me with my work, which is very much appreciated, actually in that respect she went above and beyond. The kids liked her,… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ivanova)

Nina and Anna-Lena were a pleasure to host.

Nina was extremely pro-active in helping with responsibilities around the house, in fact I don't think we had to ask anything of Nina as she was on it before it had even come to our attention, like doing the ironing and other daily jobs that no doubt being a mum helped a lot in being able to spot… read more

(Excellent )

28/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Mireia)

I really wish Mireia well in her adventure to Germany.
Mireia is a very talented and gifted artist and I can't thank her enough for the beautiful canvas she painted for us, it will be hung with pride.
Mireia is very laid back, and some things were lost in translation at times, but overall Mireia was happy to help. Mireia didn't find hanging… read more

(Excellent )

12/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Joana) for host

A very lovely Family in the beautiful city of Leeds. Natasha and Ross are very nice and open-minded and the kids too.
There is a big variety of work, that was nice too. I could do some childcare, cleaning, cooking and so on.
Leeds is a beautiful city with lots of things to do. I had two lovely weeks. It is a shame that I couldn`t stay longer.… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Joana)

Excellent workawayer.

We were very fortunate to have Joana stay with us at our home in Leeds for nearly 2 weeks.

Joana was very helpful and the children naturally warmed to her. Joana spent some time with the children, including getting up early some mornings to do the breakfast hour. Joana was proactive to tidy things away and did some… read more

(Excellent )

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