Welcoming skilled and handy volunteers to help with gardening and DIY projects in the beautiful Eastern Algarve, Portugal

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  Description

  Last minute: At the moment I only need help for 4-5 days at the beginning of June, girl power preferred :) (I'm a woman myself). No heavy things, just someone who can lend me a hand here and there (reorganising and tidying up, cleaning, sanding and painting furniture etc, mainly indoors, outside eventually some pruning in the garden).
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  Over 30 years ago (right after school), I arrived in the Eastern part of the Algarve as a very young woman and fell in love with the country, the culture, the people, the scenic surroundings with its impressive coast line, and of course the wonderful climate. So I just stayed, having nothing at first, except my dreams. From the very beginning, I lived an unconventional, always self-reliant and independent life as a single woman. I got the chance to build my first house on my own in my early 20s, and started my business right at the same time. But illness and strokes of fate can hit anyone, and it hit me hard too just a while ago.
  Now I need help, because this time I can't do it alone.
  For this, I am hoping for and would be incredibly happy to get a fair amount of women's power! Women who see their passion or profession in crafts and working outdoors, like gardening (e. g. create a vegetable patch), some minor building work, a few home improvements, and a new coat of paint here and there! Of course, men are welcome too! :-D But as a modern, independent woman in her late 40s, I think it would be even more interesting to host other skilled women who want to do something new and want to share some company…
  It would be fantastic if you have already some experience as an all-rounder or even have training as a craftsperson such as a carpenter, gardener, mason or painter.
  
  Of course, it is quieter with me than with other hosts who have a whole group of volunteers with them. I can only accommodate one or two volunteers (as a couple) at a time.
  But I'm sure there are also people (maybe more introverted, like myself) who prefer exactly this: the peace and quiet and freedom of working alone and even enjoying some ME time!
  Sometimes we will work together, sometimes alone, depending on my health/fitness and the tasks. Since I fell ill, I can unfortunately no longer do much physical work myself, or I tire quickly, and need time for myself.
  So you should be able to do things on your own and be responsible, according to the plan we make beforehand.
  Most of the time we will not share meals together. You will be staying in a cozy little apartment with your own kitchen and fridge for self-catering (see below).
  I speak English, German and Portuguese and understand some basic spanish.
  I am an honest, warm-hearted and free minded person, but rather introverted and quiet. I like good and deep conversations, but also fool around now and then - it would be so nice to laugh again after some really heavy years, because I love to laugh!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Interests

  

  Sustainability

  

  Music

  

  Photography

  

  Writing

  

  Languages

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Books

  

  Hiking

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Nature
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I can teach you the Portuguese language and can tell you about life in Portugal, portuguese culture and people etc.
  Here you can destress from your own past and get inspired to do something new.

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  Help

  I need help with
  * gardening, e. g. create a vegetable patch
  * painting tasks (most outdoors)
  * renovating tasks around the house and some DIY home improvements
  * building a small chicken coop (I have been dreaming of a chicken coop and eggs from happy hens for so long! ;)
  * cleaning & general maintenance
  
  I kindly ask you to work 25 hours a week. Whether you help 5 hours a day on 5 days per week, or you prefer to help 3 to 4 hours a day on 6 or 7 days a week, is up to you - but it is important to communicate with me :-) and stick to the plan and working times that we make for the next day.
  I usually only do short term commitments ( 1 to 2 weeks). I would do long term commitments of 1 to 3 months, if you are a experienced crafts person with good skills as all rounders (in this case, you would benefit from special conditions, for example by working fewer hours and getting more time/more days off).
  
  I prefer people older than 27 years, who already have some work and life experience. People must be responsible and respectful with the tasks and living area as well as tools/working material.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  English: Intermediate
  Spanish: Beginner

  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.
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  Accommodation

  You will be staying in a small apartment of 30 sm. It is simple but really cozy and well equipped for self catering. You can come alone or eventually as a couple. There is a bedroom with a 140cm X 200cm bed, a small kitchen and a bathroom. Outside there is a small garden, a cozy private terrace just for yourself and even a little pool that you can use in your free time. Hammock provided, for after work ;-)
  So you will certainly be happy about the accommodation and can chill and enjoy your free time in this private hideaway.
  
  I will provide you with ingredients for your breakfast and one meal per day.
  
  I can also take you to the supermarket by car, twice a week, if you want to, or I bring you some groceries.
  
  Please note:
  - No smoking inside the house and property please
  - No room for other cars or campervans
  - Not suitable for "Digital nomads" (Internet available, but often weak or unstable)

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  What else ...

  The small property lies quietly in a rural country side between orange groves and vineyards, yet only 3 km from the sea, in the Eastern Algarve (check out on youtube - RIA FORMOSA NATURAL PARK).
  The airport of Faro is only 30 minutes drive from the house.
  The nearest village is just 2km away from the house, with a small grocery store, 2 or 3 market stalls, as well as a few cafés/bars. So there is everything you need, in walking distance.
  However, if you want to be more independent, you can rent a bike in the next town.
  If possible, I can also give you a ride to the station (the next station is only 3km from the house) and pick you up again, if you want to go somewhere to explore, on your free day.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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