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Be part of our nature project in Penamacor, Portugal

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  • Description

    Description

    Our project - self-sufficient nature-pure agriculture on 3 ha

    Start - 2018

    Location - central Portugal near Penamacor

    Philosophy - vegetarian , spiritual but not religious,

    We love - all kinds of music, art, meditation, yoga etc.

    Nutrition - vegetarian food

    Community ideology - free thinkers

    Realisation - chemical-free and in compliance with the natural cycle

    Energy - self-sufficient in work and implementation

    We - live possessions-less

    Safeguarding - a foundation to protection & preservation

    It's great that you're taking the time for my life vision, which I'd like to share with you. Because together we're creating something unique. Many years ago, I had the desire to transform a piece of land in Aria Penemacor into a small paradise. At the center, a meeting place with a kitchen, creative space, and a wellness oasis to cultivate the company of nice people. In the inner circle, space for plants, trees, and gardens where everything that keeps us healthy grows. In the outer circle, to create a variety of living spaces in the middle of nature where people live together!

    After 20 years, I'm back and cordially invite you to exchange ideas and learn from each other, thereby creating a beautiful, harmonious living space.

    I'm Gopi, close to nature, creative, and love freedom. I enjoy music, art, and pleasant company. I understand and can do quite a lot myself; what I can't do, maybe you can, and we can learn from each other.

    I come from Austria, where, after a long period of nomadic living, I completed a project. We renovated an old house, mostly using materials that others would have thrown away. I gave all these things a second life to do myself and Mother Earth a favor!

    At the same time, a large, beautiful garden was created, providing a habitat for countless plants, insects, and animals.

    There was also enough space for people who wanted to live together in the house, yurt, tipi, and caravan.

    When the chaos of 2020 began, I sold everything and packed up our belongings to realize and complete a project that I had started with a friend in Portugal in 2018.

    We also brought a lot of usable materials and tools in containers, which I had collected over the years to work well with here.

    The property is about 3.5 hectares in size and over the last 7 years we have all together built a beautiful garden, many trees, 3 ponds, 3 renovated stone house ruins, a water reservoir, running water, electricity, an outdoor kitchen, a bathhouse, a sauna, a pool, a workshop and a stable for the animals, some of which still needs to be completed.

    "Good things take time."

    If you are interested, then you are cordially invited to participate with us.

    We need you!

    I'm looking forward to telling you more about my vision if you're here and contributing your ideas to spark new inspiration!

    We would also like to thank to all the volunteers, friends and energetic helpers who made it possible for us, to realize and make this all happened.

    THANK YOU SO MUCH!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Enjoying simple life on a peaceful, beautiful piece of land, cooking, healthy eating, slow down life, crafting, living out art, learning from each other and we love to have in-depth discussions about awareness and life itself.

    Other topics that are very important to us: throwaway society, healing through nature and common strength, let nature be nature again, garbage health problems, promote free clean energy, radiation sources and much more

    The oasis of encounter would offer space for people who want to change, develop together, and exchange ideas.

    My wish would also be that people decide to live with us longer; that would be enriching. Together we can make a difference, common development of consciousness and self-sustaining life

  • Help

    Help

    * Green the land, making an oasis with a big variety of different plants

    * We have already started to make a vegetable garden outside and inside a greenhouse, raising cuttings from various berry bushes and much more

    * At the moment we are renovating the three houses completely down to the foundations. Roofing, floor, kitchen , relaxation corner, and a second floor for sleeping.

    * Work with clay

    * Natural Pond

    * Cut trees, shred branches, mulch

    * Olive harvest


    Here are some ideas we would like to implement in the near future:

    * creating a big garden with various flower islands, trees, shrubs and herbs
    * Irrigation System (in progress..)
    * Building accommodation for our sheeps and horses
    * Natural, alternative, simple homes such as a earthship or so...
    * Energy - Biomeiler

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    Portuguese: Beginner

    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

    * 1 small and 1 normal size Caravan. If you need, we have also blankets and pillows for a good sleep.

    * If you bring your own mobile home or caravan we have a lot of space for them.

    We offer:
    * outdoor kitchen (vegetarian). We provide 2 meals. Breakfast and dinner

    * Bathroom is under construction. Till we have finished, we make bucket shower :-) We have an outdoor bathtube under an olive tree with a boiler for hot water for taking a bath (only in winter). Please bring only natural products.

    * compost (standing) toilet

    * little pool to refresh during the hot months of year

    * Sauna (just for the cold months ;-)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    * Supermarket: about 20 minutes by foot.
    * Old town of Penamacor with various small cafes, restaurants and shops (about 45 minutes to the top of the old town where you find nice viewing points over the surrounding area)
    * Large managed reservoir for swimming (during the summer months)
    * Sightseeing: Monsanto (about 30 km from us), Serra da Estrela (about 60km from us)
    * Next biggest City: Castelo Branco (about 50km from us)

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Yes, any kind of Campervan / Motorhomes most welcome!

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Yes, but depends on the pet

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a vibrant rainbow, lush greenery, and a small house or cabin situated in the distance, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a cluster of trees and bushes, featuring a small clearing with a body of water, surrounded by a grassy area with a few scattered trees.
A man is working on a pool, with a large hole in the ground, surrounded by a fence, and a pile of dirt and rocks scattered around. The scene appears to be a construction site.
The image depicts a backyard with a pool and surrounding patio area, featuring a large rectangular pool with a smaller pool in the background. The scene is set against a natural outdoor backdrop.
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The image depicts a rustic, one-story building with a sloping roof, featuring a large window and a door, surrounded by a grassy area and a tree, set against a natural backdrop.
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The image shows a partially constructed greenhouse or garden structure, with a metal frame and wooden beams, featuring a flat roof and a large open space, surrounded by a grassy area.
The image depicts a greenhouse with a large open door, featuring a dirt floor and a small pond, surrounded by trees, with a clear sky above. The scene is serene and peaceful.
The image depicts a garden with a variety of plants and trees, featuring a mix of greenery and a pathway, showcasing a well-manicured outdoor space with a natural aesthetic.
The image depicts a serene scene of a small, circular structure with a sloping roof, surrounded by trees, and a body of water, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image shows a construction site with a large hole, surrounded by a fence, and a pile of rubble, with a few trees and bushes in the background. The scene is likely a rural area.
The image shows three dogs, possibly a mix of breeds, sitting in a row on a grassy area, with a wooden fence visible in the background. The dogs are looking at the camera.
The image depicts a serene outdoor space with a diverse array of plants and trees, featuring a mix of greenery and open areas, evoking a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.

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