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Welcome to our quinta, we are located 2 km from the town Aljezur (South-West Algarve). We are a family, with two girls of 7 and 9 years old. We love to enjoy being outdoors. Going for walks, going to beach, surfing, hanging out with friends, doing handcraft, gardening in the veggie garden, eating good food, dancing.. and most of all having FUN!
Since 6 years we are rebuilding a small farm with natural farming and animals. Good vibes and good food are our two main keywords.
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
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will gain more insides in living a small farm life in harmony with nature.. you have the opportunity learn portugese in a playful way (and a language course if desired).. many activitities to do in and around town.. develop your creative building skills..
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Hi dear,
We are a family, with two girls 6 and 9 years old, living in the countryside just oustide (2 km) of the town Aljezur, South-West Portugal. We love to enjoy being outdoors. Going for walks, going to beach, surfing, hanging out with friends, doing handcraft, gardening in the veggie garden, eating good food, dancing.. and most of all having FUN!
If you are flexible and adventurous.. you love nature, children & animals.. you like challenges, being outdoors is your thing and you like surfing or you always wanted to learn, then this is for you.
What you can expect
- You will be sleeping in a dome
- Food will be provided at home
The jobs you will be doing..
- driving the girls around to activities (Driver's licence is a MUST)
- prepairing the girls for school in the morning
- spending some of the weeks afternoons with the girls
- cook simple meals (few times per week)
Looking forward to hear from you!!
If you like to come as a couple we also always have garding or handyman jobs to do..
Just write us a message!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis 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 live in a tiny house at the moment. The farmhouse is in renovation. You will stay in a dome.
We are located 10 km from stunning (surf) beaches. The village Aljezur is on 2 km distance. The neighbours offer many body-mind-and-spirit workshops.
What else ...
School starts at 9.30h and finishes at 15.30 hs.
Ballet on Monday and Thursdays in Lagos (17.30 - 19.00hs)
Swimclasses after school on Tuesdays
Circusclass on Wednesday after school.
Sunday homework and family time.
Merel works 3 days per week from 7.30h till 18.30h
Holidays
Eastern: 7 - 21 april
Summer: 30 june - 15 september
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have internet at home. On our terrace table you can work online.. however this is not necessary always a very quiet place.
Space for parking camper vans
We have nice space on the land where a campervan can be parked.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
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