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We are a couple from the United States looking for friendly and motivated people to help with the grounds and gardens at our home in Arbo, Galicia, Spain close to the Miño river and the Portuguese border.
Single individuals and couples are welcome to apply. The ability to work independently is a plus, but we are happy to give guidance as needed.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Interests
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Culture
Movies & TV
Farming
Plant care
Music
History
Books
Art & design
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Writing
Performing arts
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Fitness
Camping
Mountain
Dancing
Beach
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cycling
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have been living in northern Spain for 2 years, but only very recently bought this property and moved to Galicia. (We spent the first year in Laguardia, Alava, Pais Vasco and the second near Ribadesella in Asturias.) Our property consists of two houses, one of which is a bed and breakfast not currently in operation, the other a small wooden house where we live. Both houses are equipped with fiber internet. The property sits on about a half hectare of land.
We have not lived here long, but are enthusiastic about the area and are looking forward to sharing our discoveries with others. The people here are very welcoming and friendly and, of course, the wine is amazing!
Help
In exchange for accommodation, we are asking for 2 hours a day of help with the grounds and gardens 5 out of 7 days a week for 1 or 2 weeks in May. There is also a rabbit enclosure that we would like to rebuild and a chicken coop we would like to modify.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate
French: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
I am TESOL and TEFL certified and happy to help workawayers with their English skills!
Accommodation
The accommodation will include a private room with private bath, access to a kitchen, plus access to a multi-purpose room which could be used as a conference room for digital nomads. A welcome and farewell meal will be offered, but volunteers will need to provide for all other meals.
What else ...
The rural house is surrounded by vineyards and beautiful views of the Minho River and Portugal. We are a 30 minute drive to Tui/Valenca, 45 minutes to Vigo, an hour to either Ourense or Pontevedra, and 2 hours to Porto or Santiago de Compostela. We are also a 10 minute drive to Portugal, close to the medieval villages of Malgaco and Moncoa. Having a car would be useful, but not necessary as the village of Arbo is a 30 minute walk from the house and there are trains and buses available to the above mentioned cities.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The accommodation will include a private room with private bath, access to a kitchen, plus access to a multi-purpose room which could be used as a conference room for digital nomads. The house is equipped with fiber internet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
