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I came here to the charming medieval village of Monsanto in 2014 to find land and live more sustainably. Since then and thanks to the help of many friends we have built an earthship/strawbale house, a workshop and 45,000 litre water tank.
I'm now living in my van and looking for some lovely people to house sit and look after the land and the Earthship.
We are in the heart of an unintentional community of like-minded people returning to the soil with an interest in permaculture. My neighbours are from all over the world.
We are all equal in my home and are all responsible for cleaning and cooking. I take responsibility for myself and I live without rules and I expect visitors to do the same.
The facilities have improved, we now have a gas hot shower and flushing toilet!
There is solar electricity to charge a phone/laptop.
There is wifi in the Earthship and there are cafes with internet in the beautiful town of Monsanto.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Permaculture skills, language learning, natural building, animal care...
Help
Cutting back the broom bushes and rock rose. Some house maintenance including natural plastering.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I can help you learn Portuguese or English if you're interested.Accommodation
Camping when the sun is shining or sharing the Earthship.
What else ...
To get here from Lisbon: Get a bus or train to Castelo Branco and then catch a bus to Monsanto. We'll pick you up from the bus stop at Relva.
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
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Kenny is a kind hearted, relaxed guy to be around and was a great host. During my stay I helped Kenny with some tasks on the land, met some of his lovely friends/neighbours, enjoyed a hike… read more
We learn new skills and experience a whole new way of living.
Also, the place is amazing
Thank you for sharing with us!
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Kenny is a kind hearted, relaxed guy to be around and was a great host. During my stay I helped Kenny with some tasks on the land, met some of his lovely friends/neighbours, enjoyed a hike… read more
We learn new skills and experience a whole new way of living.
Also, the place is amazing
Thank you for sharing with us!
Everybody had something to share , so it's a very nice environment to learn in a relaxed and happy way.
We really hope to come… read more