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Join me in my countryside home near Santarém, Portugal

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  • Description

    Description

    I'm a self-employed woman living near historical Santarém, Portugal. I have a self-contained annex with a kitchen and bathroom for accommodation in return for the help. The quiet countryside is beautiful, the sunsets are stunning, and there is a pool to cool off in. Alcanhoes is filled with with vineyards Alcanhões is a traditional Portuguese village with agricultural roots. Vine cultivation and wine production are very important locally — the Adega Cooperativa de Alcanhões plays a key role in the area’s wine economy.  It also holds local events like the Festa do Vinho (Wine Festival), where residents and visitors celebrate the year’s wine production. Alcanhões is part of the greater Santarém area, so the city of Santarém — with its historic center, cafés, and larger services — is just a short drive away.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Pets
    Events & social
    Charity work
    Culture
    Writing
    Plant care
    Gardening
    Drawing & painting
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Fitness
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I'm an ex-pat from Canada originally from South America. I have been running my own business as a Social Worker for years. The local area is agricultural with lots of vineyards. I can offer wellness support and local baked and homemade meals . The site offers itself to tranquility and beauty of the orchards. The name of this quinta is called Casa de Horta. House of the gardens.
    This location is centrally located to 24 other parishes and towns that make up Santarém.

  • Help

    Help

    I offer support to individuals, couples or families to help maintain the land, help on small projects around the property.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Portuguese: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I am interested in learning Portuguese and helping someone learn English

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The annex unit is open concept with a kitchen area and separate bathroom and kitchen. It also has it's own laundry facilities and a lovely terrace area. The view of the countryside is stunning. The building is from the late 1700's.
    I offer shared meals and home made items. There is also a kitchen to prepare meal as well and a stipend if preferred for food preferences.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Any size welcome

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Dogs welcome

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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    Ayo (3 years)

    Ayo loves to meet new people. She is very friendly and curious. She loves going on walks and exploring new places. She is small but loves everyone to notice her.

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    Yara (4 years)

    Havanese dog . Yara is a wise dog who loves to comfort people she trusts. She loves walks and exploring each tree she walks by.

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