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Extra hand in the mountains of Monchique, the heart of the Algarve , Portugal

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    The Experience you´ve been looking for, if you want to back to nature.

    Family home with encompassing garden, carpentry workshop and lots of old Volwagen cars. We are located in the mountains of Monchique, which lays in the heart of the Algarve and is only 30 minutes away from the South and West coast (by car). We are easy to reach with public transport and supermarket, the public swimming pool and additional shops on walking distance.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will learn numerous things regarding tourism, the local knowledge and how to use machines, from simple gardening tools to the most hi-tech power tools.

  • Help

    Help

    Helping with general maintenance , helping with different projects with wood, gardening and maybe more things, depending on the experience of the helpers we will find a suitable job for your skills and improve them bit by bit.

    We really appreciate helpers, who can be flexible and have an autonomous work attitude.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    Portuguese: Fluent
    German: Intermediate

    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

    single Bed, double bed (for couples), or the possibility to bring your own campervan/tent. For each accommodation type we have a toilet and shower available.
    Furthermore we provide 2 meals a day for full working days, and 1 meal for working half a day.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    As mentioned above, we are on a walking distance from the centre and are easy to reach via bus. There are local public pools nearby. Depending on the amount of people, we have bicycles available for you to use and be independent.
    Did we already mention that there are many walking routes in the mountains to be explored, with our without guidance. The views from the top are absolutely stunning, to see the sunset (especially combined with a fresh drink ;). You will love it!

    How to get here?
    Faro is the closest airport.
    Portimao is the closest city
    Busses come from Portimao to Monchique every day!

    We hope to see you soon,
    Susi, Daniel & Kristel

  • 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

    Sure! We provide fast internet services and great locations to co-work.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have private parking spaces available on our property.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 829116574194

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