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Host rating
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Last replied
7 Apr 2024
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Description
My name is Paula, I live in a beautiful sanctuary farm in Santarem, in a very quiet area of Portugal called Ribatejo, full of traditions and an amazing countryside. My family is big in non-human animals I have 2 mares, 2 steers, 2 goats, 3 chickens and a rooster, 6 dogs and many many cats - they all have been rescued from terrible situations. My biggest treasure are my animals, so the person who chooses to come and help me will need to love them and help me care for them.
I have a small organic garden and a small greenhouse where I have some edible plants and which I would love to see grow in size if someone interested in gardening would like to help.
I work all day in the city so the helper(s) would be by themselves in the farm.
Another important point is that I'm vegetarian, so I will welcome everyone that comes to the farm with lots of veggie food :)
I love to learn form other cultures, meeting new people and share conversations and ideas.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Farmstay help
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Animal Care
Language practice
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will get to know the Portuguese country life, learn new things and share experiences.
Help
I would like to welcome people who are willing to truly help maintain the project, that are hard workers and who like and respect animals. It would be very helpful to have people who have some construction skills, to repair minor things, and people who have skills in organic farming to hep maintain the garden and the greenhouse.
But most of all you need to enjoy living in the countryside as you won't be able to visit the city very often as the project is located in a village.
Also I remind all helpers that I will only provide vegetarian food, and will not buy any animal products.
Languages
Languages spoken
French: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis 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
I have a whole compartment of the house for the helpers, with shared room area where two can sleep separately, or together for a couple, as there are 2 double beds, with exclusive bathroom with toilet.
Kitchen area will be shared between all of us.
What else ...
Our volunteers will enjoy endless peace here, and will be able to enjoy the countryside, ride on the bicycle, enjoy the company of amazing animals that will only give you love. If you would like to visit the city I will take you to the train station, or take you to the city if needed.
The whole farm has internet connection.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (4)
She left yesterday and everyone here at home, has missed her.
The hosts who receive her, are very lucky.
Thanks again Luciano.
She was always available to help
Thank you Ana and G.
I recommend Ana to the future… read more
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She left yesterday and everyone here at home, has missed her.
The hosts who receive her, are very lucky.
Thanks again Luciano.
She was always available to help
Thank you Ana and G.
I recommend Ana to the future… read more
They were very patient with my English and my animals. They were a precious help. I recommend them to all future hosts.
My thanks to them and see you soon. I really hope
