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Help welcome to improve our rural home in Castro Daire, Portugal

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    For those looking for greater contact with nature and a change of perspective on our relationship with the environment, we are looking for volunteers for our center. Knowledge of agriculture and gardening or permaculture is required.

    The basic premise is simple: You work a few hours a week and, in return, receive bed and breakfast

    If you have some special skills in permaculture gardening, natural building techniques , carpentry/wooden constructions, it would be perfect. And if you like cooking, teaching yoga that's fine too. In fact, there are a lot of things to do here if you are really willing to work seriously and help develop the place. We would be very happy with your help!

    Some examples of what you can help with in our center:
    - Installation of irrigation system
    - Construction of several pergolas (wooden)
    - Pruning orange trees/ olive trees/ kiwi/ strawberries , etc
    - Start a small organic garden (permaculture)
    - Build light constructions (a small swimming pool, an outdoor shower, …)
    - Construction of stone walls
    And of course the normal things, like cooking, cleaning the house,…
    We would define together the work that you can and want to do, it is useless to ask for tasks that you don't like or are not comfortable with.

    WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:
    Accommodation for at least 2 weeks as long as it is comfortable for both of you
    We generally work 5 hours a day, 5 days a week, and have free weekends.
    You will stay in a single bed in a large house, you can use the Wi-Fi, and there is a bathroom with hot water. The kitchen is at your disposal too.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Charity work
    Writing
    Art & design
    Mountain
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    The community around the farm is small and extremely hospitable, as such the volunteers will have the opportunity to experience Portuguese culture and take part in the activities of the community.

    In free time volunteers can go to the nearest town , Castro Daire, to enjoy the beauty and take some time to socialize.

    In our project we also provide to our volunteers the opportunity of Yoga classes, learning meditation, and healing sessions to balance after their cooperation and work !

    We are waiting you !

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Gardening
    Help in wood house construction
    Construction work
    Create a Small bio plantation
    Help to build exterior shower
    Help to restore stone swimming pool
    Farming
    Tree caring

  • Languages spoken

    Portuguese: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    Spanish: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Room and bathroom facilites
    Access to our kitchen
    We can provide your dinner and breakfast and you can use our kitchen and fridge to prepare your own lunch, in case that you choose to work 25 hours a week (4-5 hours, 5 days a week). If you plan to just work 15 hours a week , we only provide you access to our kitchen and fridge so you can prepare your own meals !

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Join us and enjoy the mountain area place !

  • 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?

    More than two

Host ref number: 726458738413

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The image depicts a small room with white walls and wooden floors, featuring a bed with a blue and green striped blanket and a blue pillow, accompanied by a shelf and a window.
The image depicts a serene landscape with trees, bushes, and a dirt path, set against a backdrop of rolling hills under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene stone house with two large windows and a door, surrounded by lush greenery and a dog resting on the concrete patio.
The image depicts a table set for two, featuring a blue and white plaid tablecloth, plates, glasses, cutlery, and a teapot, with a bowl of soup and a can of soda on the table.
The image depicts a serene room with a stone wall, featuring a vibrant tapestry, wooden table, and white vase, exuding a sense of calm and tranquility.

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