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!!!13 - 27 JULY!!! House sitting
My name is Rita (48), and I live since a little less than one year in the Magic Mountains of Portugal together with my son Leo (9) and our dog Lufa (5).
If you have never had the chance to deeply connect to the land, you will here. This area of Central Portugal has a very strong energy with abundance of lush forests, flowing cristaline clear water and powerful boulders.
Our land in particular offers breathtaking views, its own water from our mine, a very comfy caravan as stay (it's also our temporary home until our house is finished) and a little veggie garden. Within 20 minutes you can reach stunning natural pools and also urban centres with all ammenities.
We are looking for someone caring and connected to stay at our place, water the plants and take care of our Lufa, a very friendly female dog. She will find a place in your heart straightway. Lufa likes to take long walks in the forest, sleep in the sun, get wet and have a little cuddle.
I am planning to work in festivals during this Summer, so it would be amazing if you could support us with your presence and love!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Help around the house
House sitting
Interests
Farming
Events & social
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Books
Writing
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Fitness
Camping
Mountain
Dancing
Beach
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cycling
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will be fully immersed in the local culture, and be sure the villagers will be curious about you and will try to establish contact. It is an amazing way to get to know the language and traditional ways through which people connect to the territory.
There is also a significant expat community around which you can get to know better by attending local events and markets. It will be easy to get in touch and know what is going on through the local Telegram group.
Public transportation is rare around here, so either bring your own vehicle or open up to the possibility to bike around or get a ride with someone. Hitchhiking is also an option.
Help
We would love if you could take care of our dog Lufa, which entails going for a walk with her preferably twice a day, although she would also be happy with one long walk in the forest.
Also to water the plants around the caravan and the veggie garden will be very welcome. Water is abundant and easily available for this purpose.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Italian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Both Leo and I love languages, and I am also a Portuguese teacher, so you are very welcome to practice with us as much as it is possible during your stay.
Accommodation
You will be staying at our big and comfy caravan, equipped with double bed, lounge area, gas cook, fridge, heater and a solar system.
Compost toilet outside available with one of the best views of the village.
Shower outside with hose or a hot shower at my partner's place in the same village is also an option.
Parking for campers available.
Our drinking water comes from our spring.
The bakery delivers fresh rolls and bread on working days early in the morning,
Food is not provided.
The food for Lufa will be of course provided by us.
What else ...
You can visit the "poços" nearby, which are fabulous river beaches with transparent, fresh water from the mountains surrounded by huge boulders. You can also do trails and walks or visit the different "serras" (mountains) around.
You can also meet the locals at the café in the nearby village or wait for the next alternative market where you find delicious food and people.
More detailed information will be provided upon your arrival.
This is the Portuguese countryside. No public transport on weekends, rare public transport on weekdays.
There is a small village nearby (São João da Serra) where you can find a supermarket and café open every day and also an ATM.
Having your own transport is a plus. The closest urban centre (Oliveira de Frades) takes 20 minutes to reach by car.
Central Portugal always asks for a jacket at night. Bring your swim gear, you will not want to miss the opportunity to swim in the "poços".
You will have fresh bedding.
Washing machine available upon contribution.
Be welcome!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Internet access is good and stable. Perfectly fine to work from our place.
Space for parking camper vans
On the land there is a big terrace that can accommodate more than one camper / motorhome. No shade available.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
