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Description
Hello everyone,
I'm from the Netherlands (Amsterdam) and have been living in Crete, Greece, for four years. I own a 3200 square meter plot of land. It's located in the Apokoronas region, the greenest area of Crete.
The land is near several authentic Greek villages, and within walking distance are various amenities, including tavernas, a supermarket, and a pharmacy.
The sandy beach is an eight-minute electric bike ride away.
On the land, I have four eco-friendly apartments for rent. I'd also like to start a self-sufficient garden with plenty of vegetables and fruit.
I want to control the abundant weeds efficiently and organically.
I have around 30 olive trees that I harvest myself, yielding an average of 200 kg of olive oil annually. Completely organic.
There is no involvement in the commercial activities and paying guests and the gardening tasks are light.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Fashion or beauty
Farming
Movies & TV
Events & social
Sustainability
Pets
Culture
Self development
Music
Plant care
Books
History
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Animals
Water sports
Cycling
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Mountain
Nature
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Crete is known for its beautiful nature. There are many gorges you can hike. Apokornas also offers numerous hiking and cycling routes. For example, the Chania Trails recently opened, and many hiking trails have been created by Dutch residents.
Cultural activities are held year-round, and there are often live Greek music and dance performances.
Nearby are archaeological sites that are older than the Acropolis in Athens.
There is a good bus connection to the two major cities of Chania and Rethymno.
Help
I'm looking for people who are available for at least four consecutive weeks from mid-April to the end of November. Longer stays are also welcome, of course. I prefer people between 38 and 45 (of course everybody can react) years old who speak Dutch. They have knowledge of gardening and organic weed control. They are spontaneous and hospitable people who embrace Greek life, want to learn the Greek language, and explore Greek culture.
I'm not really a vegetarian/vegan fan myself. Therefore, I'm looking for people who, besides eating meat, also enjoy going out and the sun, the sea, and the beach.
On average, we work 3 hours a day/5 days a week.. If you are allergic to cats or animal hair, you unfortunately do not need to react.
Hope to hear from you soon!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Greek: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Private room (with television) with bathroom. Use of electric bicycle and private swimming pool.
3 (fresh and healthy) meals a day, whatever's provided. Eating out at various taverns once or twice a week. fresh fruit, coffee, tea, soda's, occasionally alcoholic beverages.
What else ...
There are many walks in the area, and hiking guides are available.
You can also use an electric bike to explore the surrounding area and visit the many villages.
I also expect you to treat my belongings with respect, be neat and clean, and keep your own surroundings clean as well.
As I also rent out 4 apartments it is not aloud to bring other people to the accommodation/plot.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
There is a small office area with a desk that can de used to work.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Fix
Ouzo
Raki
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