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Become part of our spot for travellers in sunny Algarve close to Silves, Portugal

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  • Description

    Description

    We are Maurits and Femke,

    We moved to the Algarve in February 2026 with our son Bram who is 2 years old. We are renovating an old Quinta close to Silves into a small guesthouse. We choose the Algarve and Silves because we have some family living close by and are in love with the peaceful surroundings but still have everything close by within 30 minute drive if you need something.
    It is our dream project where we combine a peaceful surrounding in nature with a family friendly concept.

    We are looking for Workawayers who are interested in helping us set up/improve our guesthouse and beautiful garden in August 2026.
    And then again in wintertime 2027 (January, February and March).

    After a day of work we love to spend time together and cook. Cooking is our biggest hobby. We love to BBQ and go to the market for fresh products. Maybe you have a favorite meal that you would like to make for us as well?

    When you stay with us you will be with our little family of 3. Our son Bram is a toddler and loves meeting new people (just like us!) . So a family environment is what you will be staying in.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Culture
    Astronomy
    Self development
    Events & social
    Pets
    Plant care
    Music
    DIY & crafts
    Languages
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Drawing & painting
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Team sports
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Camping
    Winter sports
    Sailing / Boating
    Mountain
    Dancing
    Beach
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We speak English and Dutch fluently and our open to connect with people who would like to improve their Dutch or English language.

    We offer the opportunity to learn more about hospitality and opening a guesthouse like ours. Femke has a minor in Hospitality Management and many years of experience in opening new hotels and working in hotels as a marketing, event, food&beverage employee and later on as a HR coordinator and Management Assistant.

    We are also open to learn more from others regarding plants and landscaping. The guesthouse has the most beautiful lush garden and many opportunities to improve it even more. If you have knowledge about gardens we would love to learn from you.

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for enthusiastic and hands-on people who enjoy being outdoors and helping with projects such as:
    -Gardening and landscaping
    -Small DIY / carpenting tasks
    -Painting and light renovation tasks

    In return we offer a paid arrangement and a place to sleep, a private bathroom, a pool and of course you can make use of our kitchen and living room.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will stay on-site in a guest room with a double bed and your own bathroom.

    The guesthouse also offers:
    -Living area and kitchen
    -A swimming pool
    -A beautiful garden to relax in
    -A small supermarket just behind the house, open 7 days a week
    The location is very convenient:
    -Only 12 minutes from Silves
    -Around 25 minutes from the beaches

    A car is a must have!

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    A car is a must in the Algarve. There is public transportation (bus) but it is not that good of a connection. From our guesthouse you can visit the most beautiful beaches within a 25 minute drive. You can go for hikes along the coast or more into the hills of Monchique. There is even a walking path that comes along our guesthouse that is very popular. There are many villages to visit for some nice restaurants and culture. Such as Silves, Monchique, Loule, Olhao, Ferragudo. Carvoeiro and many more.

  • 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

    We have a campervan spot available on our driveway overlooking the garden. We can provide water and electra.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 575368612542

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