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We are looking for a few helpers to join our Mini-Farm and help us get some infrastructure and planting done! If you are excited by the prospect of learning new skills and working with plants and animals, then we would love to have you on board. Our farm is led by regenerative agriculture and permaculture principles, so you will be sure to have a lot of fun while you're here. Your accommodation is very new, modern and offers more luxury than you expected or are in need of.
We can't promise that you will see any vampires during your stay, but there is plenty of garlic available if you get scared. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if this sounds like something that interests you.
Our farm is a highly productive organic Mini-Farm that requires some assistance in the areas of infrastructure and planting. Hello, my name is Daniel, a Swiss guy who has been living in beautiful Transylvania since 2005. My Romanian wife Hermina and I founded our tiny farm out of nothing more than a barren piece of ground and an uninhabitable property.
We spent years of hard work and effort and many tons of compost to become more productive and efficient. Our 1-hectare farm is managed by regenerative agriculture and permaculture ideas, which have become our life passion besides animals, healthy food, and being hosts for vacationers and volunteers. As a result of ever more products available, there is also an increasing demand for storage, canning, drying, and... So you're needed!
We'd want to go further with our goods and available floor space, but manpower is keeping us from doing so. If you can picture being a member of a small team that does and learns new things while having a lot of fun, please contact us. There's always enough garlic on hand to keep Dracula away...
Thank you for taking the time to read this, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Important: Hermina and I do not eat on a regular basis, therefore we can not guarantee fixed eating hours. There are even days when we don't eat anything. Of course, you will receive your meals and goods every day, but there is a good chance that you will have to prepare them for yourself on certain days. A fully equipped kitchen is accessible if needed. Thank you for your patience.
Current projects planned for autumn:
- preparing the garden for winter
- cutting and pruning trees and firewoods
- build a little, floating house for the ducks coming next spring
- build new mobile rabbit tractors
- build a new mobile tractor for sheep or goats
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
If you're interested in learning more about Romanian culture, our family can offer you a unique opportunity to experience it firsthand. Your hosts are of Romanian, Hungarian, and Swiss descent, so the cultural influences can be seen in the food we cook as well as in the way we've designed our farm. We would be happy to practice our German with you, so feel free to get in touch if that's something that interests you.
Help
Our farm is a beautiful place with plenty of opportunities to get your hands dirty and learn about permaculture and animal husbandry. We're looking for someone who is interested in healthy living and who can help us with general maintenance around the property. If you are interested in learning more about permaculture, this is the perfect place for you!
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Hungarian: Fluent
Romanian: Fluent
Accommodation
Our farm offers modern, new, heated, and clean accommodation. We have a new guesthouse with separate entry, with double beds (200x160) and a bunk bed (2 beds, each 200x90) to offer. Hot water, indoor toilet, and heating are a given at any time of the year.
We are always looking for hard-working individuals to help us out around the property. Jobs can include cleaning, gardening, or maintenance work. In return, we offer free board and lodging in our comfortable guesthouse. We are located close to the bus station, making it easy for guests to visit the town of Tirgu Mures. If you are interested in helping us out, please send us a message!
What else ...
Our home is located in a typical Transylvanian village. The locals are pleasant, and many customs have not yet vanished. The settlement is nestled in a large valley, which exposes us to harsh winds on occasion. We value volunteers highly, who try to fit into everyday life and who are interested in making new friends and experiences. A specific tourist guestbook has been prepared for our guests which helps you to plan your stay. There are lots of fascinating locations waiting to be discovered by you - or you may simply relax at the swimming pond!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
With nearly every corner of our farm and guesthouse having a stable internet connection (WiFi), you can stay in touch with your collaborators, friends, and family at any time. We've had the opportunity to host guests from all around the world who have worked remotely for months on end. There were no complaints about the internet.
Space for parking camper vans
Our yard is a good location for your campervan. It's completely safe (there are fences and cameras) and protected by huge dogs!
Can possibly accept pets
We have had pleasant and funny experiences with guests who had taken their cat with them. Also conceivable are helpers with their own dog. However, we expect a good upbringing and prefer females, which certainly get along better with our male dogs.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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We had some woodworkings and garden tasks to finish. Both of them… read more
Le travail était varié et enrichissant.
Nous avons préparé le jardin pour l'hiver, récolté des fruits et des légumes, aménagé et bricolé dans le jardin.
L'organisation et la communication de Daniel était exemplaire ! Il nous a beaucoup partagé ses connaissances et son expérience sur la… read more
Communication is very easy, both speaking advanced english. They did their research and knew already a lot about Transylvania. Their working attitude is phenomenal. Always ready to help and eager to… read more
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We had some woodworkings and garden tasks to finish. Both of them… read more
Le travail était varié et enrichissant.
Nous avons préparé le jardin pour l'hiver, récolté des fruits et des légumes, aménagé et bricolé dans le jardin.
L'organisation et la communication de Daniel était exemplaire ! Il nous a beaucoup partagé ses connaissances et son expérience sur la… read more
Communication is very easy, both speaking advanced english. They did their research and knew already a lot about Transylvania. Their working attitude is phenomenal. Always ready to help and eager to… read more
