A woman sits at an outdoor café, smiling with her hand resting on her face. She wears a patterned off-shoulder top. Mountains form the scenic background.
A beautiful house with a red roof sits behind a black iron gate. Sunny skies, lush plants, and scenic mountains create a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.
A cozy balcony at dusk, decorated with small string lights. Mountains and trees silhouette the horizon under a blue, cloudy sky with visible power lines.
A black and white cat perches on a balcony railing, while a brown dog lounges comfortably on an old orange armchair, both outdoors in a serene setting.
A relaxed dog lounges on an old orange couch on a balcony, overlooking a scenic mountain landscape. Sunlight and trees create a peaceful, cozy atmosphere.
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Nature sanctuary with creative and practical projects in Porto, Portugal

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi! My name is Chandni and I am indian-portuguese. I am 31 years old.


    I recently sold my apartment in the city, packed my life into boxes and started over in nature. I currently live with my pets - Shiva (1,5y dog), and 2 beautiful cats - Gipsy and Goa.


    I have travelled quite a bit around the world and this is the first time I will be a host rather than a workawayer!
    But the best journeys I have had were inside myself, as I let psychedelics reshape my life and I've never looked at the world the same way since.


    Who are you?
    Someone that loves and respects animals - non negotiable :)
    Open minded, easygoing and self sustainable!


    My House:
    My house is my sanctuary.
    I live in a 6-bedroom countryside house, which requires a lot of maintenance and small tasks during the day.
    I work remotely so I spend a lot of time here.
    The house is surrended my mountains and trees, isolated enough to make you feel at peace.


    Location:
    The house is located in a small village 1h away from the city of Porto (by car) and 1h30 with public transports.
    Nearest train station is 30min away: Marco de Canaveses
    There is no uber (nor uber eats ahah) around here but its very close to any services you might need, including a big supermarket.
    A car is necessary to get your way around, or a bike! I have my car and I dont mind helping or sharing it when necessary.


    What can I share?
    Stories, laughter, honest conversations
    A taste of life in the Portuguese countryside
    If you are curious, I can share what I have learned from psychedelics, nature, and a slower way of living
    I am happy to cook together, explore the area or simply sit in silence

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Sustainability
    Pets
    Events & social
    Writing
    Plant care
    Photography
    Hitchhiking
    Languages
    Music
    Drawing & painting
    Books
    Art & design
    Animals
    Hiking
    Mountain
    Nature
    Dancing
    Camping
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Experience rural Portugal — peaceful mornings, starry nights, and friendly locals.

    Meet my animals (dogs and cats) and experience life in a home shared with furry companions.

    Learn about Portuguese culture from someone who grew up here — from food and traditions to local ways of life.

    Hear stories and perspectives from my Portuguese–Indian background, and how that mix has shaped my worldview.

    Share meals, swap recipes, and enjoy long conversations about life, travel, and personal growth.

    Learn about gardening, sustainable living, and my journey with psychedelics and intentional living.

    Explore nearby villages, local markets, and the Douro River area together.

    Exchange knowledge — I have a background in psychology, work as a coach, and run a support group in Porto, so we can dive into conversations about human behaviour, relationships, and self-development.

    Teach me something from your own culture — a skill, a craft, or even a favourite dish.

    Join in creative projects like designing a natural swimming pool, building a dome, or improving the land.

  • Help

    Help

    Everyday tasks:
    Small jobs around the house — little repairs, touch-ups, and DIY projects.
    Moving furniture — strong arms needed to help shift things around.
    Lots of Gardening skills — planting, weeding, and helping the garden thrive.
    Chopping wood & related outdoor skills — for those who like a bit of outdoor muscle work.
    Caring for my pets

    Immediate project:
    Breaking a wall in the living room — making the space bigger and brighter.

    The dream project:
    I’d love to build a natural swimming pool/lake on my land (if you have experience with this, you’re my hero!) and I would love to create a beautiful dome space (for relaxation, gatherings, or maybe even stargazing nights).

    If you have ideas to make the space even more beautiful or functional, bring them on. I’m always open to a little creative magic.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Portuguese: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Sleeping arrangements:
    You will have your own bedroom and a shared bathroom
    Full access to the kitchen
    Plenty of natural Light
    Wifi

    Mostly, I can offer an open heart, a comfortable space and the feeling that you are welcome just the way you are.

    This is a quite rural area, perfect if you enjoy nature, peaceful morning and starry nights. The house is surrounded by fields and trees.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    The Wifi is good but when shared slows down a lot

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    I have a big land where you can park your camper

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    You’re welcome to bring your dog — I have a big fenced property for them to run around. My dog, Shiva, is very sociable, so I can only host friendly dogs who are proven to get along well with both other dogs and cats.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Goa

    Gipsy

    Shiva

Host ref number: 761151381151

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A beautiful house with a red roof sits behind a black iron gate. Sunny skies, lush plants, and scenic mountains create a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.
A cozy balcony at dusk, decorated with small string lights. Mountains and trees silhouette the horizon under a blue, cloudy sky with visible power lines.
A black and white cat perches on a balcony railing, while a brown dog lounges comfortably on an old orange armchair, both outdoors in a serene setting.
A relaxed dog lounges on an old orange couch on a balcony, overlooking a scenic mountain landscape. Sunlight and trees create a peaceful, cozy atmosphere.
A woman sits at an outdoor café, smiling with her hand resting on her face. She wears a patterned off-shoulder top. Mountains form the scenic background.

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