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We are a Turkish-Belgian family of four. Nele (Belgian), Tarık (Turkish), Eren (9 years) and Sena (6 years old). We have a house with a garden, a cat and a dog. We also own an olive garden in a village close by.
In November we will start collecting the olives in the olive garden and since this year a big harvest is expected, we will need a lot of help. It starts with preparing the place around the trees, collecting the olives, sorting the olives from branches and twigs and pressing them into olive oil.
In the olive garden we have a tiny house. We are planning to convert the garden in a playground for children. The tinynhouse needs painting, stones needs to be collected and trees should be taken care of.
We like guests in the house to play with our children and practice English (or Dutch?) with them.
We live in Milas. Milas is an small city with a lot of historical sites close by 30 minutes from Ören, a very pitoresk coastal place with a calm sea and a pebble beach. One hour drive from Bodrum, a famous coastal place with a busy night life.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
House sitting
Interests
Languages
Hitchhiking
History
Gardening
Cooking & food
Books
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Nature
Hiking
Cycling
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Not just a Turkish exchange but also an exchange with Belgium is awaiting you. We like travelers being a part of the family, having dinner together, spending time together. You could learn a lot about olive trees and harvesting olives and making olive oil. But also about gardening, family life and spending time with children.
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Help
In November we will start collecting the olives in the olive garden and since this year a big harvest is expected, we will need a lot of help. It starts with preparing the place around the trees, collecting the olives, sorting the olives from branches and twigs and pressing them into olive oil.
The olive harvest takes two-three weeks and is a full day work.
In the olive garden we have a tiny house. We are planning to convert the garden in a playground for children. The tinynhouse needs painting, stones needs to be collected and trees should be taken care of.
We like guests in the house to play with our children and practice English (or Dutch?) with them.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Turkish: Fluent
French: IntermediateThis 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.
Accommodation
We offer a private room with two separate beds and a private bathroom. You are free to sit anywhere in the house and garden. We both work and our children go to school. We can have breakfast and dinner together. You are also free to use the kitchen.
What else ...
Milas has a lot of historical sites, the sea is 30 minutes away, Bodrum is one hour drive. There is good public transportation. During thee weekend when we are home we dont need somebody to watch our children so weekends are free. During schoolyear, work can be orginized in morning or evening with the rest of the day off.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
A camper or a van can be parked under the olives trees next to our house. There is space for a tent as well.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Tiger
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About 30 minutes away from the main house, there is a big olive farm, and right after I arrived, together we… read more
Nele and Tarik were welcoming from the get to and they really opened their home to us. We had multiple cultural exchanges: Tarik is Turkish and he was very open to show us the Turkish traditions, history as well as an amazing barbeque. We were really impressed by the sheer taste and… read more
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About 30 minutes away from the main house, there is a big olive farm, and right after I arrived, together we… read more
Nele and Tarik were welcoming from the get to and they really opened their home to us. We had multiple cultural exchanges: Tarik is Turkish and he was very open to show us the Turkish traditions, history as well as an amazing barbeque. We were really impressed by the sheer taste and… read more
Thank you so much that we were able to stay with you so spontaneously! The kids also had a great time together! We hope to see you again one day!
I had a great time there!
Thank you for the Place and the trust!
Take care of yourselves and the children.
Joe and Amélie
There is a castle and ancient city within walking distance… read more
During my stay in Turkey (in total 7 weeks), I wanted to go for a solo tour around Turkey, and they stimulated and helped me to achieve that. This solo tour turned out to be one of the most valuable experiences of my life… read more
The family was incredibly warm and hospitable. We truly… read more
I can say "my second family"
I spent 2 amazing weeks with nele & Tarik 's family, it was my first workaway in my life and of course not the last, the best place to start your journey from ♥️.
They make you feel like home, shared everything with me, we ate, laughed and spent amazing time together.
I will miss their kids, animals, food and… read more
