Family-run permaculture homestead on the Portuguese Silver Coast

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  Description

  Multilingual family of four (parents and two boys, 6 and 8) developing a permaculture homestead in a coastal Portuguese town.
  
  We're creating a food forest, raising ducks and geese, and homeschooling with a Montessori-inspired approach. We're learning as we go and seeking long-term residents to join our journey and help shape our growing community.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  General Maintenance

  House sitting
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  Interests

  

  Technology

  

  Sustainability

  

  Self development

  

  Farming

  

  Music

  

  History

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Books

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  Photography

  

  Languages

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Carpentry

  

  Blogging

  

  Astronomy

  

  Architecture

  

  Animals

  

  Beach

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Fitness

  

  Cycling
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  What's this?
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Enjoy a beautiful coastal permaculture homestead in central Portugal. You'll be immersed in nature, with the ocean less than 1km away and surrounded by mountains and woods.
  
  While here, you'll have the opportunity to:
  - Contribute to our ongoing permaculture project
  - Learn about food forests, gardening, woodworking, irrigation, and animal care
  - Experience multilingual living (Portuguese, Romanian, English)
  - Participate in homeschooling activities with a Montessori-inspired approach
  - Engage in community living, sharing daily activities
  - Explore the potential for developing an intentional community
  
  We value cultural exchange and are eager to learn from you. Bring your unique interests, skills, and ideas to contribute to our evolving project!

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  Focus for the spring and summer:
  - Weeding, mulching, and general upkeep of our 3-year-old food forest
  - Improving access through the property: flatten, edge, and mulch footpaths
  - Building projects: footbridges, chillout spots, fencing, playground/exercise structures
  
  Childcare and education: families with homeschooled children of similar age to our boys are especially welcome to share the journey and collaborate if and when it makes sense to do so.
  
  You should be able to speak English or Romanian or Portuguese.
  
  We value a willingness to learn, adaptability, and a positive attitude. While skills in permaculture, carpentry, gardening, or teaching are beneficial, they're not required. We're excited to share knowledge and learn from our volunteers as we work together to create a thriving, sustainable community.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  Romanian: Fluent
  German: Beginner
  French: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  We speak English, Portuguese and Romanian at home. We also know Spanish. What about you?
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  Accommodation

  Comfortable apartment with a lovely view over the garden. There's an open kitchen/living room, a bathroom, a bedroom, a storage room and a separate laundry room. There is great insulation and an active ventilation system. Everything is electric and powered by solar energy. A small playground and outdoor kitchen are also at your disposal.
  
  You can use your own kitchen and the outdoor one to cook your own meals.
  
  For longer stays, we'd like to get into the habit of having regular meals together.

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  What else ...

  Welcome to our coastal permaculture homestead in central Portugal!
  
  Our property features a 3-year-old food forest with swales, ponds, and veggie gardens. We're home to ducks and geese, with abundant local wildlife including birds, insects, squirrels, and rabbits.
  
  This opportunity is ideal for young families interested in permaculture, sustainable living, and community building. We offer two independent guest apartments and space for motorhomes, all powered by renewable energy.
  
  For those interested in longer-term engagement, there's 2 more hectares of undeveloped land. We're envisioning this as a future co-housing or intentional community project. Long-term residents can help shape this vision and potentially establish their own on-site businesses. Whether your passion is sustainable agriculture, eco-tourism, education, or holistic wellness, there's room for your ideas. If you're looking to contribute to a growing eco-community and turn sustainable living dreams into reality, this could be your opportunity.
  
  In your free time, you can enjoy:
  - Beaches less than 1km away
  - Excellent surfing spots (Nazaré, Peniche, Ericeira) nearby
  - Hiking in the surrounding mountains and woods
  - Bird watching and nature observation
  - Exploring local attractions like dinosaur footprints, natural reserves, and caves
  
  Nearby amenities include:
  - Train station with connections to larger cities
  - Mini supermarket, coffee shop, post office, and playgrounds within walking distance
  - Larger amenities (pharmacy, restaurants, bars) accessible by bike or car
  
  There are bicycles available for you to use. We're also well-equipped with gardening, woodworking, and electronics tools
  
  Join us in shaping a collaborative community focused on sustainable living and family-friendly experiences!

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  Fiber internet connection and WiFi coverage throughout the property.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There is a large parking area that you can use, as well as a guest WC with shower. There is a barbecue area with pizza oven and grill at your disposal as well as a small playground.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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