Experience a simple and calm lifestyle in the countryside in Navàs, Spain

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  Description

  I’m Tina, and I live in an old farmhouse in the countryside of Catalonia, surrounded by nature, open spaces and animals.
  
  I’m gradually simplifying and reorganising my life here, and I’d love to share this place with someone who appreciates a peaceful environment, simple living and a genuine rural experience.
  
  I'm looking for an independent, responsible and easy-going person who enjoys rural life and would be happy to stay for several months (ideally 3–6 months).
  
  The help I need is mainly practical and related to the general maintenance of the farmhouse: small repairs, improving spaces, organising things, and occasionally helping with the garden and vegetable patch. There are also daily routines (around 10 minutes a day) involving the care of the chickens, cats and dogs.
  
  However, this is not a place where there are tasks to do every day. Many days there may be very little work to do, or none at all. Some days will simply be about sharing everyday life, preparing meals and enjoying time together. I prefer a relaxed and flexible arrangement rather than a fixed daily work schedule.
  
  Sharing some responsibilities around food is also part of daily life: planning meals, sharing the preparation and enjoying good, simple, healthy food together around the table, without too much fuss.
  
  Winter here has its own charm. The days are shorter and there is usually less outdoor work to do, so life moves at a slower pace. If you enjoy outdoor campfires, barbecues, cooking outside and making the most of simple moments in nature, you'll feel right at home!
  
  This isn't a busy tourist place or a conventional volunteering project. It's an opportunity to experience a simple rural lifestyle, have your own space and enjoy a quieter rhythm of life in the heart of Catalonia.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Animals

  

  Gardening

  

  Plant care

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Hiking
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Living here offers the opportunity to experience everyday life in rural Catalonia, away from the usual tourist experience.
  
  Workawayers can discover local traditions, Mediterranean food and cooking, rural life and the practical side of maintaining an old farmhouse.
  
  They can also enjoy nature, animals and the surrounding countryside while sharing everyday life with a local person and learning about a different way of living.

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  Help

  The help mainly involves practical tasks and general maintenance around the farmhouse. This may include moving things, sanding or repairing furniture, painting, organising spaces and helping with small improvements. Occasionally, there may also be things to do in the garden or vegetable patch.
  
  There are also simple daily routines, taking around 10 minutes, to look after the chickens, cats and dogs.
  
  Sharing everyday responsibilities around food is another part of the experience. This includes planning meals, helping with the shopping, preparing simple, healthy food and sharing meals around the table. I enjoy discovering different cuisines and recipes from around the world, as long as the food is healthy and not too complicated!
  
  The tasks are generally simple and do not require special skills. What matters most is being practical, responsible and willing to lend a hand when needed.
  
  There is no fixed list of tasks to complete every day. Some days there may be a few practical things to do, while many others will be completely free of maintenance tasks. The idea is to share everyday life in a relaxed and flexible way, adapting the help to what is actually needed at the time.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  Catalan: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Italian: Fluent
  English: Intermediate

  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

  The farmhouse is a traditional rural house in Catalonia, located in a quiet natural area surrounded by forest and fields.
  
  For long-term stays, the Workawayer has their own private area on the ground floor, including a bedroom with a double bed, a living area and a kitchen. The bathroom is outside, just a few steps from the accommodation.
  
  The accommodation is rustic and simple rather than luxurious. It is suitable for someone who enjoys privacy, independence, nature and a peaceful rural lifestyle.

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  What else ...

  The farmhouse is a peaceful rural home surrounded by forest, fields and nature. It is a simple and rustic place, ideal for someone who enjoys quiet surroundings and a slower way of life.
  
  The Workawayer has their own private area, so there is plenty of privacy and independence.
  
  In their free time, they can enjoy walks in the surrounding countryside, relax in nature or explore nearby villages and towns. In summer, there is also a simple outdoor pool for cooling off and relaxing.
  
  There are dogs, cats and chickens around the farmhouse, so animals are naturally part of everyday life here.
  
  Nearby places include:
  
  - Navàs: about 5 km away
  - Manresa: easily reachable by bus
  - Barcelona: about 1.5–2 hours by public transport
  - Mountains and the sea: around 1 hour by car
  
  The area is suitable for hiking, cycling and other quiet outdoor activities.
  
  This is a good place for someone who enjoys nature, privacy and a simple rural lifestyle.

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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

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  All is permit

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

  Harts

  

  Dula (8 years)

  Gran però bonica i innocent, molt bona

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