Stay in the beautiful Algarve, near Praia da Rocha, Portugal

Portugal

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05/10/2020
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2020

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GREETINGS FROM PARADISE!

Only 6 miles from one of the best beaches in the world, called Praia da Rocha.... I have a farmhouse situated at the foothills of the Monchique Mountains, but by no means isolated, My little village is on a bus route which takes you to the lovely town of Portimão, google it....you'll be pleasantly surprised.
My house is in a great location halfway between Monchique and Portimão, 5 miles each way. It's next to a forest and mountains, which has some lakes. I also have a small lake and a row boat and a few acres of mountain land. There is a very nice restaurant with reasonably priced meals, and bourganvilla pergolas, at the top of my lane called 'Amigos' just 4 minutes walk away, you can use their WiFi as long as you like, just for the price of a cup of coffee.

I would like a Workaway guest to do some straight forward PLUMBING.

Also I have 3 female dogs, an Alaskan Malamute crosses. I would like my guest to take them for a walk in the morning, in the forest next to my house.
The Algarve has lots to see and do, it has beautiful beaches within easy reach from my home. With a wide range of water sports, superb golf courses and and 3000 hours of sunshine a year in which to enjoy the outdoor life.
I enjoy cooking nice meals. I am a vegetarian, but I don’t mind cooking meat dishes.
I have a comfortable cabana with a bathroom available for my guests to use.
if you would like to stay here, please contact me, I will reply with further details. All enquiries answered.
I'm Looking forward to meeting you.... Karen
Types of help and learning opportunities
General Maintenance
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Animal Care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The Algarve has such a wide range of fantastic places to see and do, too many to list here, it’s just an amazing place!
Help
Plumbing (simple and straight forward) and walking my 3 dogs off leash in the forest in the forest each morning
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
I have a cosy cabana available with a bathroom.
What else ...
The Algarve has an outdoor & café society, you will have no difficulty making friends. It has beautiful beaches, wind surfing and many water sports. Stunning scenery, lakes and lots of places to explore, you'll never be bored.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 25 hours a week

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Feedback left by and about host (7)

19/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Don) for host

The old coach house in the Forest of Dean, England is a beautiful historic building with lots of character.
Karen is kind and wise host and a great worker. She is good cook and cooked me up some cracking fried breakfasts and once made me an English cream tea with scones and clotted cream. It was memorable.
The house is next to a large supermarket… read more

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11/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Don)

Don was my Workaway guest at my Coach House for about 2 weeks, it's a 250 year old cottage project, which was is in a poor state of repair, and although I wasn't connected to the grid at the time, having no electricity it didn't seem to bother him at all. He helped me with the removal of an old flat roof on an out building, which I was really… read more

(Very good )

09/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Megan)

Megan came to stay as my Worakway guest in early April, while I was staying in England for a couple of months. she took care of my 4 cats really well, they were all fat and happy on my return. I was delighted to find Ozzy the feral cat was much more friendly. Megan watered the garden thoroughly every day, even when the hose pipe got blocked up,… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Megan) for host

Hi there! This was my first workaway, I house/cat sitted for Karen and it was an awesome experience. Karen was so welcoming and provided whatever I needed for my stay. Karen is easy going, laid back and has a deep love for nature. She also makes delicious chips:) Her 4 cats were a joy to play and cuddle with. They kept me good company when I… read more

(Excellent )

27/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Vanessa) for host

I stayed with Karen, Kyana and the 4 cats for a couple of weeks since the beginning of April. In between I went for holidays or to her friend who also needs an extra hand once in a while. It was a joyful time at this peaceful place which feels a little bit remote at the end of the gravel road but is very well connected by bus to the next bigger… read more

(Excellent )

08/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Vanessa)

Dear Prospective Employer,

Vanessa Röhricht has worked for me for a couple months. She is contentious and a hard working woman. she is not afraid to get her hands dirty and will tackle just about any job. You can leave her with a task and know that she will give it her best. You do not have to watch over her, as she has intuition and an apt for… read more

(Excellent )

01/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (gerry)

Gerry arrived here on the 27 April. He did some work in my garden, raking up and burning rubbish, he also put in some fencing posts. He did an excellent job of rerouting sewerage pipes and dug a small cesspit, which works brilliantly. He also stayed at my beach apartment for a few days, where he did some painting. After a 2 week stay, he… read more

(Very good )

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