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Off-grid countryhouse surrounded by nature in Arbúcies, Natural Park Montseny, Spain

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    This is a small farmhouse with 2 hectares of forest, a project that seeks self-sufficiency and integration into the natural environment.
    The house is totally off-grid!!! we use solar energy and the water is from our own well.
    We have bio vegetable gardens, in a permaculture way.
    The tasks vary depending on the time of year following the natural rhythms.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Adventure sports
    Sustainability
    Self development
    Farming
    History
    Languages
    Blogging
    Architecture
    Writing
    Performing arts
    Drawing & painting
    Astronomy
    Animals
    Carpentry
    Hitchhiking
    Cooking & food
    Gardening
    Photography
    Plant care
    Music
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Art & design
    Yoga / Wellness
    Dancing
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Cycling
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will be able to learn
    Some spanish and maybe even Catalan.
    Solar Energy, we leaving offgrid (the solar installation was made by us )
    You will enjoy the mountain and the sound of birds.
    I can show you beautiful biking or walking routes.
    You have amazing beaches at 30 min by car wathever we have swimingpool to aboid the heat in summer,
    We try to eat what our small organic garden offers to us.
    Sustainable living
    We are quite a spiritual family and love some deep conversation.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Work Exchange in Off-Grid Sustainable Farm – Arbúcies, Montseny Natural Park (Minimum 3 Weeks)

    We are looking for a young man with proven experience in manual and outdoor tasks to join us for a work exchange in a remote, off-grid sustainable property located in the heart of the forest. The house is solar-powered and fully immersed in nature.

    You must have experience in:
    • Chopping and preparing firewood
    • Clearing and maintaining a vegetable garden and surrounding land
    • Tree care and pruning
    • Basic carpentry
    • Taking care of a friendly French Bulldog

    Important: This is mostly independent work, with a minimum of 6 hours per day, 6 days per week.

    Requirements:
    • Previous experience in all the tasks mentioned above
    • Self-motivation and ability to work alone
    • Responsible, respectful and adaptable attitude
    • Minimum stay of 3 weeks

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Catalan: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We offer:
    • Private room
    • 3 homemade meals per day
    • 1 day off per week
    • Quiet, natural environment
    • A chance to live simply and reconnect with nature

    Location: Off-grid property in Arbúcies, within the Montseny Natural Park (Catalonia, Spain)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    If you have any questions, please contact us

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 683657335273

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