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Last replied
25 May 2023
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Description
Our home is a peaceful sanctuary with plenty of outdoor space located in the Western Algarve within walking distance of Luz and Burgau villages and beaches. We are an English/Scottish family with 2 boys aged 8 and 12, one dog, a horse and 5 chickens. Between us we enjoy surfing, cycling, padel tennis, kayaking, playing guitar, learning Portuguese, hosting friends at home and camping. There are always jobs to be done inside our home or outside in the garden/land.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are located in a wonderful area for outdoor activities and beaches and you are invited to join us in our hobbies and in our daily family life. You can borrow a bike from us or it’s easy to walk/catch a bus too to explore the area and activities independently if you wish.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for general help looking after our home and animals, the tasks can depend depend on your skills and interests. Animal care including daily horse feeding is needed, but experience is not necessary just common sense and a willingness to learn. Independence to house and animal sit for us to get away for short breaks. Other tasks working alongside mum host Susie could include gardening, general maintenance/tidying, cleaning, cooking, babysitting.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
Accommodation
We have a separate guest annex with large bedroom, shower room and kitchen but you are welcome to join us for dinner and family downtime as you wish!
What else ...
Burgau and Luz are within easy walking/cycling distance or Susie drives to them everyday too. They are friendly places with very international communities, cafes, beaches. Small supermarkets, all amenities. Lagos is a 10 minute drive away and is buzzing with travellers, digital nomads and many nationalities too - it’s easy to meet people and there is lots going on. We are a very sociable family so will help you get out and meet people if you’d like to as part of your stay with us!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Good Wi-Fi connection and pleasant home office available to use
Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of private and safe parking space available
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
