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House on the hill on São Miguel Island

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a young family, An Australian and an Azorean, with a 4 year old boy and a baby girl. We are easygoing and nature lovers. Recently we got a property with two houses, both need general maintenance and renovation, some work to do in the garden, and many little projects and ideas we want to do. At the moment We want to build a bathroom using Cob techniques and wood.
    We have some painting, Sanding and coating, landscaping, cleaning, amongst other things to do, aswell.
    We would apreciate people with experiente on this matters to help us Out.
    We live in Pico de Mafra, over looking Mosteiros and its islets, where you get the best sunset on the island. There are many walk trails around here, including to Sete Cidades, one of the 7 natural wonders of Portugal, a sleeping vulcano. Its quiet, beautiful and a bit isolated.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You'll get to stay with a native, get to know the Azorean culture and with an Australian that loves a good yarn. We can exchange knowledge about gardening and about construction.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are now mainly looking for someone to help us do some painting and gardening. Other things that might be asked to be done are: Take care of animals. Babysitting. Cooking. Help around the house.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    Portuguese: Fluent
    French: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have your own private space. It's a guest house, but we will make some time to be painted so you can stay there. About food, we don't have any particular regime or diet, but we avoid to eat meat. You are welcome to use the kitchen, cook yourself or eat with us.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are flexible with schedules, so people have time to get to know the island. There are beautiful landscapes everywhere. Close by, you have beach, thermal waters, natural swimming pools, trails... The public transportation are limited, but usually people are friendly and open to give rides for hitchickers. We might be able to arrange a bike if needed. One down point is that there are many hills, ups and downs. If you're interested we have a friend who rents a van to travel and sleep on.

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 517739421325

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The image depicts a family of four, consisting of two adults and two children, lying on a bed with a colorful quilt, captured from a bird\'s-eye view.
The image depicts a wall constructed from glass bottles embedded in brown mud, with a metal step ladder in front of it and a blue sky with clouds in the background.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a table and chairs, surrounded by a lush green lawn and a tree, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene, featuring a table and chairs set against a backdrop of a body of water, with a clear sky above, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a family of four posing for a photo in front of a scenic landscape, with the father holding a child and the mother holding another.
The image depicts a serene room with a baby lying on a couch, surrounded by vibrant pillows and blankets, with decorative masks and dreamcatchers adorning the walls.
The image depicts a rustic, open-plan kitchen and dining area with wooden beams, a spiral staircase, and a wooden table, featuring a warm and cozy atmosphere.
The image depicts a narrow, overgrown path in a wooded area, featuring a mix of greenery, twigs, and other natural elements.
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The image depicts a small, red wooden building with a green door and a yellow seahorse decoration on the side, surrounded by trees and bushes.
A young child with short brown hair stands between two dogs on a stone patio, surrounded by trees and bushes. The child wears a blue sweatshirt and red pants.

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