The image depicts a picturesque coastal town nestled in a lush green valley, with a rugged cliffside and a serene ocean view, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a lush garden with a banana tree, green house, and vibrant plants, set against a backdrop of trees and a bright sky.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring white houses with terracotta roofs, nestled among lush greenery and trees, set against a backdrop of a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a small stone house, lush greenery, and a hillside dotted with grazing animals, evoking a sense of tranquility.
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Help with gardening and DIY on the beautiful Azorean Island of Santa Maria, Portugal

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a Swedish and English couple who have travelled extensively but have had a home in the Azorean islands for 33 years. We live on a large property with a stream, gardens, fruit trees etc . We love growing our own food and foraging . We also try and eat local produce where possible .

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Living in a beautiful rural area close to the sea there are endless possibilities to hike, swim, snorkel, surf , and weather permitting sail. Being experienced house and furniture builders there will be ample opportunity to learn or share DIY skills . Learn about the amazing Azorean culture and history.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for help in the garden and with restoration DIY projects on our large property.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Swedish: Fluent
    Portuguese: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Your own private log cabin. Meals will be provided.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is a bus service but hitch hiking is popular . Local village is a 30 minute walk and the natural swimming pool and sea is about the same distance .You can travel with us when we visit the town. .Our philosophy is generally work hard play hard ( we love to get out on the ocean ) !! However there has to be room for flexibility around the changeable Azorean weather !!

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 675268883218

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The image depicts a lush garden with a banana tree, green house, and vibrant plants, set against a backdrop of trees and a bright sky.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring white houses with terracotta roofs, nestled among lush greenery and trees, set against a backdrop of a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a small stone house, lush greenery, and a hillside dotted with grazing animals, evoking a sense of tranquility.
The image depicts a man and woman standing together in front of a scenic lake and mountain range, posing for a photo with their arms around each other.
The image depicts a picturesque coastal town nestled in a lush green valley, with a rugged cliffside and a serene ocean view, set against a cloudy sky.

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