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We (Annelien-40 and Eric-46) are Dutchies who moved to Sardinia in january 2023. We fell in love with the nature, the people, the food, and eventually: with a 8 hectare property that we now call our home. We are in the north of Sardinia, the province of Gallura, where the ocean meets the beautiful oak woods and the granite rocks. Our land is half forest, half fields. On the fields we plan to create a food forest, vinyard and aromatic garden following permaculture practices. Annelien is a scientist (pharmacy/biology), teacher and excellent baker. Eric is a professional carpenter and has always had a business in ecological plastering. In 2022 we have travelled southern Europe and worked at several workaway projects ourselves to learn, get inspired and find our own mission. We have lots of inspiration, energy and talents to share, and are looking forward to welcome and learn from yours!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As we are currently in the starting phase of our project you can learn anything that comes along with that process. Designing our agricultural plan, preparing the soil according to permaculture practices, etc. As Eric is a professional in construction and has build 3 houses so far, you can learn a lot of stuff from him depending on the length of your stay (during short stays we only offer garden/forest work). We both enjoy cooking/baking and we would love to swap recipes and eat as many yummy and culturally diverse cuisines as possible. I’m sure you will pick up some of our Dutch roots and habits, I leave it up to you to tell us about that ;).
Help
At this moment (beginning 2026) we are mostly looking for website developers: we need to launch 2 new websites in 2026. Content as well as pictures are already at hand, just someone to help us build the site would be truly amazing. Preferably using wordpress.
We are keen on having artists around, since we would like to make several (natural) decorations on our land. (murals, rock paintings, wooden signs).
As we are a permaculture farm we have several gardening jobs at hand which vary depending on the season. Besides that, we always have a list of DIY tasks and small projects going on.
We work 5 days a week for 5 hours a day. About 2-3 times a week we will have lunch together, and we will make sure you have all the basics you need for your breakfast/lunch/diner for the entire week.
Alternatively, we ask for 3 hours of work x 5 days a week- when meals are not included. We will find the best fit for all of us and the specific jobs you are interested in. You are welcome to enjoy the peace and quiet of our land and surroundings, but if you are up for fun activities (games/pizza/hikes/beach time) we would love to share those experience as well.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate
Italian: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
We are very much interested in learning Italian, so in case you are able to help us with our language study that would be great! We currently study ~1 hr a day and would love to get more conversation with native speakers.
Accommodation
At the moment we only welcome travelers with own transport/campervans. We have a wooden guesthouse available, but this can only be used if we don't have other (paying) guests at our land. We do not accept pets.
What else ...
Sardinia is a beautiful island full of ancient traditions and people from all over the world. We are located between the coast (15 min), Luogosanto (15 min) and Santa Theresa (20 min), which will give you access to historical sights, bushes as well as the magnificant coastline. If surfing or rock climbing is your thing; you are at the right spot. It would be best if you have your own transport/car, if you want to be independent outside of your working hours. We have an electric bike available that you can use which will easily get you to our village with shops as well as the beach.
*Note: if you don't have your own transportation we can't host you*
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a private space for you to set up your own campsite with your van. We have a comfortable toilet building and fairytale outdoor shower. We also have a tiny house available with kitchen, lounge and diner table which you can use (shared space) when we don't have paying visitors.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Il lavoro che abbiamo svolto è stato vario e interessante.
Ci siamo dedicati soprattutto alla cura dei campi di erbe aromatiche.… read more
Our project was to build them a chicken coop which we were given so much creative freedom with but also a lot of support from Eric with his extensive knowledge of building and creative flair!
We cannot wait to see it finished… read more
If you are considering to host Camilla and David; don’t hesitate for a moment! They are… read more
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Il lavoro che abbiamo svolto è stato vario e interessante.
Ci siamo dedicati soprattutto alla cura dei campi di erbe aromatiche.… read more
Our project was to build them a chicken coop which we were given so much creative freedom with but also a lot of support from Eric with his extensive knowledge of building and creative flair!
We cannot wait to see it finished… read more
If you are considering to host Camilla and David; don’t hesitate for a moment! They are… read more
The work was different every day, quite physical sometimes but always fun and… read more
Eric and Annelien are two really nice, welcoming and interesting people. I spent two weeks in their wonderful land, learned new things and had fun! There were also many natural wonders to visit nearby, from mountains to waterfalls to granite beaches.
Eric, being a builder, has a lot of tools and knows… read more
