A cheerful couple waters plants in a sunny backyard. The man holds the hose while the woman hugs him from behind, both smiling and enjoying the moment together.
A patio with tiled flooring leads to a garden area. Palm trees and foliage frame the scene. Two white lounge chairs face a grassy field.
A sunlit patio features a hammock hanging between wooden beams. There is a white house with blue trim, potted plants, a bench, and a ladder. Peaceful atmosphere.
A person sits on rocky beach, wearing sunglasses and a cap, warmly hugging a fluffy dog. The ocean and cliffs create a serene, peaceful backdrop at sunset.
This image shows a mid-century wooden sideboard with books, a chess set, and a speaker. Above it hangs a large painting of a diver. A surfboard stands nearby.
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Good conversations, spontaneous adventures and creating a cozy home in Ericeira, Portugal

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Live With Us in Portugal 🌿
    Hi!
    We're Kathi and Adrian, both 29 years old, and we live in a house surrounded by 3 hectares of land on the Portuguese coast together with Carlos, our friendly dog (a cockapoo).

    What makes this place special is that it's still evolving. We don't just want someone to stay here—we'd love to create something together. There are lots of ideas waiting to come to life: building a chicken coop, creating a vegetable garden, making cozy outdoor spaces, and turning the property into an even more welcoming place for everyone who visits.

    You will have your own private room and be part of a relaxed, international environment. Outside of helping a few hours a day, your time is your own. You can explore the area, surf in nearby Ericeira, work remotely, study, meet people, or simply enjoy the Portuguese lifestyle.
    We love good conversations, spontaneous adventures, and people who enjoy creating things rather than just consuming them. Whether you're a student, traveler, digital nomad, or simply looking for a different experience abroad, we'd love to hear your story.
    If you're looking for more than just a free place to stay—if you'd like to be part of creating a home and a community—we'd be happy to welcome you.
    Kathi, Adrian & Carlos 🐾

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Pets
    Beach
    Outdoor activities
    Fitness
    Plant care
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Both German potatos but we love the exchange with other countries. We’ve been traveling to: Japan, Hawaii, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, Peru, Kuba, USA, Marocco etc.
    We believe that cultural exchange is one of the most rewarding aspects of hosting Workawayers. During their stay, visitors will not only help with our daily projects and activities, but also become part of our everyday life. We enjoy spending time together, sharing meals, conversations, local traditions, and exploring the area whenever possible.

    Workawayers will have the opportunity to learn about our lifestyle, language, and the local community in portugal. Depending on their interests, we are happy to share our knowledge and experience in areas such as surfing, gardening, sustainable living, DIY projects, cooking, language, etc.. We encourage an open exchange of ideas, experiences, and perspectives.

    We strive to make every Workawayer feel like a valued member of our family/team rather than just a volunteer. We enjoy getting to know people from different backgrounds and creating a welcoming, respectful, and friendly atmosphere where everyone feels included.

    At the same time, we hope to learn from our guests as well. We love hearing about different cultures, traditions, languages, and ways of life. Hosting visitors from around the world broadens our horizons and often leads to lasting friendships and meaningful connections.

    Our goal is for every Workawayer to leave not only with new skills and experiences, but also with wonderful memories, a deeper understanding of our life, and the feeling of having been part of something special.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We're looking for someone who would like to stay with us in exchange for helping out around the house and property. This could include light tasks such as cleaning, mowing the lawn, looking after Carlos from time to time, feeding the chickens, or helping with small projects around the property.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent

    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.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have your own room in our spacious house.

    We provide all food and cover all meal-related costs during the Workawayer’s stay. Workawayers will have access to a variety of fresh ingredients and will enjoy three meals a day as part of the exchange.

    Meal preparation is often a shared activity and part of our daily life together. Workawayers are welcome to help with cooking and grocery shopping, which we see as a great opportunity for cultural exchange. We enjoy sharing recipes, trying dishes from different countries, and learning about each other’s food traditions.

    All groceries and household food expenses are covered by us. We want our guests to feel comfortable and at home, so there is no need for them to budget for meals during their stay. We encourage everyone to participate in creating a friendly and enjoyable atmosphere around shared meals, which is often one of the highlights of the Workaway experience.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    It’s a perfect surf spot 5min drive from our house

  • 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

    Starlink Internet

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Big Parking Space on our Property

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    All

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Carlos

    Carlos

Host ref number: 782536533837

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A patio with tiled flooring leads to a garden area. Palm trees and foliage frame the scene. Two white lounge chairs face a grassy field.
A sunlit patio features a hammock hanging between wooden beams. There is a white house with blue trim, potted plants, a bench, and a ladder. Peaceful atmosphere.
A person sits on rocky beach, wearing sunglasses and a cap, warmly hugging a fluffy dog. The ocean and cliffs create a serene, peaceful backdrop at sunset.
A cheerful couple waters plants in a sunny backyard. The man holds the hose while the woman hugs him from behind, both smiling and enjoying the moment together.
This image shows a mid-century wooden sideboard with books, a chess set, and a speaker. Above it hangs a large painting of a diver. A surfboard stands nearby.

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