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Hi, I’m Carla. I’m a pharmacist working in clinical trials, remotely managing a team of around 200 people across 40 different countries. Although my work is demanding, I am very people-oriented and deeply connected to nature, meaningful experiences, and authentic cultural exchange.
I love traveling and have visited more than 50 countries. What I enjoy most is truly getting to know a place: its people, traditions, language, and the hidden spots that most tourists never get to see.
I live with my children in a small but very welcoming home surrounded by about 5,000 m² of nature, between Lisbon and Sintra, in a peaceful and beautiful golf resort area in Belas. From the balcony, you can even see Pena Palace, and the property has several gardens, a swimming pool, and a small forest area.
We also share our home with our animals: 2 dogs, 2 rabbits, and 7 chickens — one of them is convinced she is a dog. Life here is calm, family-oriented, and relaxed, and we want anyone who stays with us to truly feel at home.
The available room has a double bed, a private bathroom, and a workspace with a view of the swimming pool. Guests are welcome to share meals with us or use the kitchen if they prefer their own routine. The location is excellent: we are close to Lisbon, Sintra, and Cascais, with easy access by motorway, private parking, supermarkets, and shopping centers nearby.
We would love to welcome curious, open-minded people who are looking for a genuine family experience, surrounded by nature, while still being close to the city.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Interests
Technology
Events & social
Sustainability
Pets
Fashion or beauty
Culture
Self development
Movies & TV
Farming
Charity work
Music
Plant care
Books
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Team sports
Nature
Fitness
Winter sports
Mountain
Dancing
Beach
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cycling
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Cultural exchange is one of the things I value most in life. I truly enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds, sharing experiences, and learning from the different ways we see the world. Because of my work, I am used to communicating daily with people from many cultures, as I remotely manage a team spread across 40 countries. On top of that, I have also hosted young people from different countries before, so welcoming international guests into my home already feels very natural to me.
Languages are also a very important part of our family life. I speak five languages, and my children speak three, so we genuinely enjoy multicultural environments and the richness that comes from them. For us, hosting is not just about receiving help — it is about creating a real human connection, sharing daily life, conversations, meals, ideas, and perspectives.
I know not only the world, but also Portugal very well. I love sharing our traditions, gastronomy, and culture, as well as recommending the very best places to visit, eat, and explore — including many hidden gems that most visitors would never find on their own. My friends often joke that I am their personal guide, because I always know where to go, where to eat, where to stay, and how to experience a place in a more authentic way.
As a host, I would be happy to share language practice, local cultural knowledge, travel advice, and insight into Portuguese life and customs. I can also share my experience of working in an international environment, adapting to cultural differences, and building connections with people from all over the world.
In return, I would love to learn from the people who stay with us — about their culture, their language, their routines, their food, and the little things that make life unique in their part of the world. I believe this kind of exchange is enriching for everyone, especially for children, and it is one of the main reasons why I enjoy hosting.
Help
At the moment, I mainly need some practical daily support because I am recovering from a broken arm and a leg. Right now, the most helpful support would be with driving: taking me to the gym for my recovery sessions and helping pick up my children at the end of the day.
Help with cooking family meals
I have my own car available, which can be used for this, so it is important that you feel confident and comfortable driving.
This is a temporary need, but it is very important for our daily routine at the moment. I would really appreciate someone reliable, kind, and responsible, who can help make family life a little easier during this recovery period.
Beyond that, I value having someone positive, flexible, and happy to be part of a warm and welcoming family environment.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
French: Intermediate
German: BeginnerThis 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
The accommodation I offer is a private, comfortable room with a double bed, a large window, and a balcony overlooking the swimming pool and the surrounding nature. It is a peaceful space with plenty of natural light, ideal for relaxing and feeling at home.
The room also has a table that can be used for remote work or study, making it a good option for someone who may need a quiet place during the day. Guests will also have their own private bathroom.
Overall, it is a simple but very pleasant space, designed to offer comfort, privacy, and a beautiful natural setting.
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.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Rabbits Flash and Nesbita
Molly
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