Be part of the creative project in the Heart of Almería, Spain

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  Description

  We are Rosa and Ben, a Spanish-French couple. Rosa is originally from Almería and Ben is French. After living in different places around the world, we ended up settling in Almería, where we fell in love with an old house in the city centre and decided to give it a second life!
  
  The house was built in 1898 and had been closed for more than 30 years when we first opened its doors. It was full of old furniture, forgotten belongings and little vintage treasures waiting to be discovered.
  
  We fell in love with its original features and traditional Andalusian character. Unfortunately, many old buildings in Almería are being demolished to make way for new flats, so we wanted to do our bit to preserve this little piece of history.
  
  We've been slowly bringing the house back to life. We've done a lot ourselves, although we've also hired professionals for specialist work such as electricity and plumbing. We're now getting to the fun part: furnishing, decorating and adding the final touches!
  
  Our idea is to create a small, characterful house where we will also live and welcome people from all over the world.
  
  We'd love to share this experience with easygoing, creative and curious people who enjoy meeting others, exchanging languages and discovering different cultures. We love cooking, vintage finds, interior design and photography, and we're always happy to exchange ideas and learn new things.
  
  We also have two dogs, Lucy and Dalí, who are very much part of the family and will be sharing the house with us!
  
  We speak Spanish, English and French. Rosa would particularly love to improve her spoken French!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Creative DIY projects

  Animal Care

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Gardening

  

  History

  

  Photography

  

  Languages

  

  Plant care

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Carpentry

  

  Blogging

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Art & design

  

  Architecture

  

  Performing arts

  

  Animals

  

  Videography

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Pets

  

  Culture

  

  Movies & TV

  

  LGBTQ

  

  Sustainability

  

  Events & social

  

  Camping

  

  Water sports

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Beach

  

  Mountain

  

  Nature

  

  Winter sports

  

  Adventure sports

  

  Outdoor activities
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Staying here is a chance to experience life in Almería and discover a different side of Spain.
  
  You can practise languages, learn about Spanish food, traditions and history, and discover the local way of life. We're also happy to share what we know about old houses, decoration, DIY, vintage furniture, art and crafts.
  
  There's plenty to explore around here too: beaches, hiking routes, local markets, tapas bars, historic places and local artists.
  
  And of course, we'd love to learn from you as well! Your language, culture, recipes, ideas, skills and experiences are all part of what makes this exchange interesting.

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Help

  We are looking for friendly, curious and proactive people who would enjoy sharing everyday life with us and becoming part of the experience.
  
  It is a creative project inspired by our love of old houses, vintage furniture, art and interior design. We'd love to meet people from different backgrounds, exchange ideas and learn new things from each other.
  
  Depending on your interests, there are different ways you could get involved:
  
  - Creative projects: Upcycling vintage furniture, decorating, styling and finding new uses for old objects.
  - Organising: Sorting through our vintage finds and helping us organise the different spaces in the house.
  - Gardening: Looking after plants and making our outdoor spaces more welcoming.
  - Cooking:Preparing meals together, sharing recipes and discovering food from different countries.
  - Photography and creativity: Sharing ideas about photography, video, art and design, or help us documenting the journey.
  - Everyday life: Sharing some of the usual tasks involved in keeping a home running smoothly.
  
  We also enjoy exchanging languages, discovering local culture and exploring Almería when our schedules allow.
  
  We both have our own work and routines, so we're looking for people who are happy to take initiative, contribute to a shared home and also enjoy exploring independently. No professional experience is needed, just a positive attitude and a genuine interest in cultural exchange.
  
  Above all, we'd like it to be a place where people from different backgrounds can share experiences, learn from each other and feel at home.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  French: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  We speak both English and Spanish at home. Rosa is a native Spanish speaker, while Ben is French. We'd love to practise languages with our volunteers and help them improve their Spanish or English through everyday conversations. We can also introduce you to some French! Rosa understands French quite well but would love to become more confident speaking it, so if you're a French speaker, that would be a great opportunity for a language exchange. We believe the best way to learn a language is by using it naturally, sharing meals, having conversations and spending time together. No formal lessons, just a relaxed and friendly exchange!
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  Accommodation

  You'll stay in a private bedroom in our beautiful historic 1898 house in the heart of Almería city centre.
  
  Depending on availability, you'll have either a private or shared bathroom. Let us know your preference;
  
  You'll also have access to the shared living areas and kitchen. The house is full of character, with original mediterraneal features and vintage details.
  
  Everything is within walking distance, including shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, beach and public transport.

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  What else ...

  A few things to know before joining us:
  
  - We have two lovely dogs, Lucy and Dalí, so you should be comfortable around dogs and enjoy having furry company!
  - We are based in Almería city centre, so you won't need a car to get around.
  - The beach, shops, restaurants, cafés and public transport are all within walking distance.
  - We welcome independent, responsible and easygoing people who enjoy sharing a space with others.
  - This is an ongoing renovation project, so things can sometimes be a little messy or unpredictable!
  
  Please tell us a little about yourself, your interests, your previous experiences and why you'd like to join.

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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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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Lucie (10 years)

  Meet Lucy! 🐾
  
  Lucy is the other four-legged member of the Casa EU family. She's part of our little team and will be around to welcome you during your stay.
  
  She loves having people around and is always happy to make new friends. If you're a dog lover, you'll feel right at home with her!

  

  Dalí (1 year)

  Meet Dalí! 🐾
  
  Dalí is one of the furry members of the Casa EU family. He's a lovely little companion who will be part of your everyday life here. If you love dogs, you'll probably become friends very quickly!

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