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Help with projects at a beautiful country house in the hills behind Torrox, Spain

  • Last activity : 27 Apr 2025

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    I have a country house in the hills behind Torrox. I have 2 acres of land which is nestled in the hills in the shadow of the Tejeda National Park.

    I don't take single Workaways (sorry 😞 ).

    This is beautiful area but please don't apply unless you like peace and solitude. There is nowhere to party here unless you go down to the coast. So if you apply to come here please be aware of this. If you want to smoke dope and drink, this is not the place for you !

    There is no transport to the coast but I pop down during the week and would take you on some days off.

    I have a small pool and good WiFi.

    I have three dogs and a cat. Sometimes you will be asked to walk. The animals take priority in this house😄😄😄

    A variety of help is needed mostly in the garden and land. Planting plants and trees, weeding and general tidying and maintenance.

    I generally only accept workaways with feedback or an alternative reference if new to WA.

    The hours are usually 9 - 2 with a short break for 5 days. (If you smoke the expectation is that you smoke during your break and not whilst you’re working and nowhere near the house).

    The standard help required is cleaning, gardening some maintenance & repairs depending on skills. We all have strengths, weaknesses, preferences etc.

    I am normally always around but you should be able to do the tasks without constant supervision, and have initiative, someone who can see something needs doing and is happy to do it.

    Occasionally I have professional trades people to do bigger jobs and if the project is of interest to you you may work alongside and learn from them.

    Contact me if:-

    You have enthusiasm 😀

    You have a good sense of humour and solid work ethic.

    You appreciate and understand living with animals and the joys & frustrations that can bring, including when necessary cleaning up their 💩 😄

    You are physically fit (gardening can be quite physical).

    You love animals.

    You like being part of a team but can equally work alone.

    You are able to help without constant supervision & micro management.

    Please do not consider coming:-

    If you have other commitments/priorities that mean you cannot fulfill your commitments here.

    If you are just coming for a free “holiday”

    If you are unwell (of course I will care for you if you become unwell during your stay).

    It’s important that you understand the importance of cleaning up after yourselves (particularly in shared spaces). You are expected to thoroughly clean your accommodation on departure. It will be clean when you arrive.

    I generally only commit to hosting for 2 weeks, in some cases I will agree to extend once the volunteer has been here for 1 week, depending on skills and projects.

    Minimum age 20

    You will be treated with respect and have comfortable accommodation but you will be asked to respect the shared areas i.e. the kitchen and my living room.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Politics / Social justice
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Farming
    Writing
    Plant care
    Photography
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Travellers will spend time in one of the most beautiful areas in Spain.

    Hiking and walking are all here for the active traveller. Winter walking is superb with the beach for summer. You will have the opportunity to meet with the local people and practice your Spanish if you wish.

    You will learn much about agriculture, irrigation fertilisation and pest control if this is of interest to you.

    This is a beautiful location with lots of outdoor activities available particularly if you have your own transport. Nerja, Frigliana are on the doorstep.The Tejeda National Park is ten minutes walk away with some of the best hiking in Spain. On your days off you have the beautiful cities of Granada and Malaga to explore.Or you can just chill by the pool.

  • Help

    Help

    Keen gardners are welcome and those with an interest in the environment, land, trees and basic maintenance projects. You will be expected to cook for yourselves.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Private room and bathroom.Use of pool.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Brilliant mountain walks if you have transport.The beautiful cities of Granada and Malaga are on your doorstep. Day trips to Gibraltar can be made and Morocco is just across the bay. Transport is excellent from the coast which I will always take you to on your days off.

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    No problem for camper vans

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Possibly

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 742967385356

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