Two people sit on a grassy hillside, surrounded by lush green trees, overlooking a scenic valley with scattered houses and mountains under a partly cloudy sky. Peaceful atmosphere.
A smiling woman stands in a greenhouse, holding freshly harvested leafy green vegetables. Sunlight filters through the transparent roof, highlighting lush plants and a vibrant atmosphere.
A colorful toucan perches on a mossy branch, displaying its large curved beak, vibrant yellow chest, and striking red marks against a blurred green background.
A vibrant garden scene displays colorful lantana flowers in shades of pink, orange, and yellow, contrasted by lush green leaves and trees in the background.
A round table set for four with green pasta, tomato soup, fresh salad, grilled chicken, bread slices, yellow drinks, and colorful placemats, ready for lunch.
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Live & Learn here – Conservation, Permaculture & Solar Energy in San Rafael, Costa Rica

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    I have an off-the-grid agrotourism project in Costa Rica's Central Valley. I own two apartments and produce some vegetables and fruit, as well as free-range chicken eggs. My property is only 10 minutes from the city, so you can live in a rural setting but still have access to movie theaters, restaurants, supermarkets, and hospitals in the country's largest cities. Volcanoes and national parks are also very close, and the beach is just 1.5 hours away. I love living surrounded by trees, with neighbors 400 meters away from the nearest, with spectacular views in a climate that ranges from 16 to 23 degrees Celsius. I love the sounds of nature; I truly enjoy moonlit nights as well as pitch-black nights. I also enjoy having access to all the amenities of living close to the city.

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    Tengo un proyecto agroturistimo en el valle central de Costa Rica, es off the grid, tengo 2 apartamentos y produzco algunas hortalizas y frutas, huevos de gallina de pastoreo. Mi propiedad a solo 10 minutos de ciudad entonces puedes vivir en lo rural pero con acceso a cines, restaurantes, supermercados, hospitales de las ciudades mas grandes del pais. Tambien estan muy cerca volcanes y parques nacionales a 1.30 horas de la playa. Amo vivir rodeada de arboles con los vecinos a 400 metros el mas cercano, con vistas expectaculares en un clima que va de 16 a 23 grados centigrados. Amo los sonidos de la naturaleza, disfruto mucho las noches de luna asi como las noches totalmente oscuras. Asimismo tener acceso a todas las comodidas de vivir cerca de la ciudad.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Hospitality/Tourism
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Technology
    Sustainability
    Pets
    Farming
    Books
    Gardening
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Mountain
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    The workawayers can connect with me and my workers walking in our trails, cooking and visiting fairs. We can share our knowledge about agriculture, costarrican food and culture.
    We would like to learn about the culture of the workawayers : food and way to be.

  • Help

    Help

    We offer lodging surrounded by nature, perfect for:

    Volunteers eager to learn agroecology, permaculture, and conservation.

    Digital nomads seeking to work remotely in a green, peaceful environment.

    Slow travelers wanting to reconnect with the land and harvest their own food.

    What you’ll do:
    Join our organic garden and reforestation efforts.
    Harvest fresh fruits and vegetables.
    Support forest restoration and wildlife monitoring projects.
    Explore trails, birdwatch, and enjoy stunning views.


    What we offer:
    Comfortable lodging (equipped kitchen, fast internet, hot water).
    Free access to fresh produce from the farm.
    Authentic forest-living experiences.

    Location: San Vicente, La Unión, Cartago, Costa Rica
    Access: 4x4 only (transport from Tres Ríos can be arranged)

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    Hablo espanol, ingles y un poco de portugues.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    I provide a room in my house with a private bathroom, access to my kitchen with the experience of cooking together.
    We cultivate a variety of vegetables and fruit trees on our property, and we enjoy fresh eggs every day. Our goal is to share clean, healthy, and homegrown food with others. That’s why we offer these products and provide everything you need to cook and enjoy them during your stay.
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    facilito una habitacion en mi casa con bano privado, acceso a mi cocina con la experiencia de cocinar juntos.
    We cultivate a variety of vegetables and fruit trees on our property, and we enjoy fresh eggs every day. Our goal is to share clean, healthy, and homegrown food with others. That’s why we offer these products and provide everything you need to cook and enjoy them during your stay.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    In your free time, you can explore Costa Rica's main cities, visit volcanoes and national parks, take popular dance classes, and visit beaches on weekends. All of this is done by public transportation, which is quite good in Costa Rica. My house rules include maintaining silence, keeping the house clean, not using hard drugs, not carrying weapons, and being a pet owner. You are not allowed to use high-powered electrical appliances because we have solar panels. You should not be bothered by the country life. It is important that you not bring visitors to my project.

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    En el tiempo libre pueden conocer las principales ciudades de Costa Rica, visitar volcanes, parques nacionales, llevar clases de baile populares en el pais, visitar playas los fines de semana. Todo en transporte publico que es bastante bueno en Costa Rica.
    Las reglas de mi casa es mantener el silencio, la limpieza de la casa, no usar drogas fuertes, no uso de armas y que le gusten los animales. No se puede usar artefactos electricos de alta demanda porque tenemos paneles solares. Que no le moleste la vida de campo. Es importante que no traiga visitas a mi proyecto.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    La ayuda de esta persona me puede ayudar a atraer mas turistas o nomadas que amen el estilo de vida de campo, en conexión con la naturaleza. También personas que tengan interés en investigar sobre el ecosistema de la zona. Construcción de senderos y vida ecosostenible.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    A los campers y casas rodantes les puedo proveer seguridad, agua, banos completos, senderos para caminar, espacio rodeado de naturaleza con mucho silencio y paz. Tambien lo que produzco en mi propiedad. Es importante que los ultimos 400 metros son de calle de lastre que solo ingresan carros altos y especialmente 4x4.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 518339529715

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Photos

A smiling woman stands in a greenhouse, holding freshly harvested leafy green vegetables. Sunlight filters through the transparent roof, highlighting lush plants and a vibrant atmosphere.
Two people sit on a grassy hillside, surrounded by lush green trees, overlooking a scenic valley with scattered houses and mountains under a partly cloudy sky. Peaceful atmosphere.
A colorful toucan perches on a mossy branch, displaying its large curved beak, vibrant yellow chest, and striking red marks against a blurred green background.
A vibrant garden scene displays colorful lantana flowers in shades of pink, orange, and yellow, contrasted by lush green leaves and trees in the background.
A round table set for four with green pasta, tomato soup, fresh salad, grilled chicken, bread slices, yellow drinks, and colorful placemats, ready for lunch.

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