Help us with creative projects and getaways while exploring Óbidos, Portugal

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  Description

  Welcome to our home in Amoreira, a hidden gem perfectly nestled in a "golden triangle" of nature, history, and adventure. Hosted by José and his two sons, Miguel and Vicente, our space is more than just a house; it is a developing ecosystem where we strive to live consciously and create a meaningful, sustainable home within a living community.
  
  🌿 Organic farming
  Our garden is a shared ecosystem with chickens, duck, cats, and bees, there is a beautiful green house for winter vegetables We believe in a "gentle-handed" approach—supporting the environment so it can, in turn, support us.
  
  🛠️ Cabins and Lodges Our property
  A former Waldorf school—is being soulfully transformed. We are redesigning original wooden cabins and schoolrooms into modern apartments for our community. We need hands-on help with painting and "upcycling" these historic spaces into cozy, livable sanctuaries.
  
  🌊 Surf, Culture & Connection
  Located just minutes from the medieval charm of Óbidos, we offer a perfect blend of heritage and modern energy. Whether you want to hike the green landscape or head to Peniche and Baleal to join the vibrant local surf scene, you’ll find a deep connection to both land and sea here.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We believe in a flow of knowledge and love to share everything we know. Whether it’s exploring the paths of sustainable living or the craft of shaping woods and other natural given materials, we are excited to open our world to you. In return, we deeply appreciate the chance to learn from your unique skills and perspectives.
  Located here in beautiful Portugal, we offer a deep dive into the local culture. Depending on our guests at the time, you’ll often find yourself in a vibrant, intercultural exchange with people from all over the world - all of us united by a passion for what nature has given us to create big things together with our own hands

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  • Household & Kitchen:
  Keep the home "alive" through cleaning, laundry, and mindful cooking. You will transform our garden’s seasonal harvest into nourishing, delicious meals. Buying the grocery it’s responsibility of each Workawayers.
  
  • Organic Gardening: We seek skilled green thumbs (ideally with permaculture expertise) who can work independently to guide the garden’s natural growth.
  
  • Building & Woodwork: We need skilled builders or woodworkers to help transform our old rooms and cabins into fresh, new lodges and apartments.
  
  *What We’re Looking For*
  • Skills: Fluency in English (Portuguese is optional).
  • Mindset: A genuine love for your craft. You should be proactive, independent, and enjoy balancing family and community life within a harmonious atmosphere.
  • Commitment: While we are open to various stays, we are ideally looking for long-term committed people for each of these roles to grow with us.
  Everyone who helps will be welcome to enjoy the products of our land and will be able to receive remuneration for the hours actually worked, which is calculated using the national minimum wage of €5/hour. This will be coordinated with José to ensure that long-term stays remain sustainable and affordable.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Portuguese: 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.
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  Accommodation

  You will stay in a tinyhouse , with access to a shared bathroom and kitchen. We are currently in the process of creating a dedicated, separate space for our Workawayers to offer more privacy in the future.
  
  If you travel with your own home on wheels, we also have plenty of space for your camper to settle in.

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  What else ...

  Surrounded by a landscape where nature and culture exist in perfect harmony, you can begin your journey by stepping into history within the medieval walls of Óbidos, or find serenity at the Óbidos Lagoon, a premier spot for tranquil nature walks and water sports.
  The ocean is never far away, with the world-class surf breaks and vibrant coastal communities of Peniche and Baleal reachable in minutes. If you’re seeking artistic inspiration, the creative energy and local markets of Caldas da Rainha are just around the corner. Perfectly connected by a bus network, you can easily enjoy a day of urban exploration in Lisbon before retreating to the peaceful countryside again.

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  we have good wi-fi here.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  we have some parking spaces for campers

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  Can possibly accept pets

  yes if they are not aggressive for the chickens and cats.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  Chicken

  Ruim, ToTo

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