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Hi, I’m Denise, a Portuguese/American retired orchestra musician. My place is 35 minutes from Lisbon, near the Sintra mountains and the small town of Colares, just a few km from several beaches. We host yoga classes regularly, our teacher is Georgia Marnham, of “Yoga Bahia”. Regular yoga classes are available to volunteers.
The Quinta is approximately a hectare of land and we have gradually been expanding the organic garden and fruit orchard, as well as building some interesting structures, including a a Mongolian Yurt, a strawbale cabin and an 'Earthship'.
There are great surfing beaches nearby, trails and cliffs for climbing. We have a lot of animals, including 5 horses, a pony, and hens. We would love to have some long term help! Amongst other things, looking after the horses, the garden, and maintaining the natural swimming pool and general maintenance is needed. Looking for the right couple, or single person with a passion for horses, to join us!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have already had quite a bit of experience with environmentally sustainable types of construction, and can share that knowledge.
Help
Would love to find a couple who is both good with horses, plants, and Permaculture principles, if possible. That might include fence building, compost making, maintaining the natural swimming pool, wood chopping, painting,... The length of stay depends on your plans and how well we get on, but we always start with a one week trial period.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
Either a small cabin, or a large Mongolian yurt with a wood burning stove and windows , plus use of a “community kitchen” - compost toilet and solar shower.
What else ...
There is SO much to see and do in this area, you will not be bored! Culturally, Sintra and Lisbon have much to offer; for sports we have biking, surfing, climbing and hiking, horseback riding, among others. At our land we have a pool, volleyball court, table tennis, etc.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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We even built our… read more
The place itself is drop dead gorgeous. Right from the get go, Denise, from her abundance or life skills and resources , gave me a warm welcome and the possibilities to bring my contribution to her community… read more
