Connect with our small community at a peaceful oasis not far from the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica

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  Description

  🌿 Welcome to our little green corner of Costa Rica
  
  Nestled in the rolling green hills behind the Karen Mogensen Nature Reserve, our small rural village is a peaceful haven where life still flows at a gentle, authentic pace .
  
  This is real Costa Rica, refreshingly non-touristy, yet within a short drive you can reach a few quiet, palm-fringed beaches for a perfect day by the sea. On our own property, a seasonal river with small waterfalls (from May to December) brings life and music to the valley. Wildlife is part of daily life here: howler monkeys swing through the trees, coatis and iguanas wander by, and every so often, even a curious puma or a pair of coyotes passes through the hills.
  
  Our home is perfect for those who value quiet time and emerge in nature in a rural village. Volunteers who enjoy keeping themselves busy with reading, writing, drawing, yoga, or peaceful walks will love it here. There is an easy jungle trail leading to the river, cosy hammocks for lazy afternoons, and high-speed Fiber optic internet for those who need to stay connected.
  
  We are always happy to help volunteers explore the region and offer them a ride (for a small fee).
  
  To preserve the natural peace of this place, no loud music is allowed on the property. The jungle soundtrack of birds, frogs, and crickets is music enough. 🎶
  
  If you’re looking for a place surrounded by nature, a spot where the jungle, reforestation, and pura vida truly meet, then we’d love to welcome you here. 🌱💚

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Sustainability

  

  Pets

  

  Farming

  

  Charity work

  

  Writing

  

  Plant care

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Books

  

  Blogging

  

  Art & design

  

  Animals

  

  Nature

  

  Hiking
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Before settling down in Costa Rica, we traveled to over 40 countries and love learning about other cultures and perspectives. Workawayers who join us will find plenty of space for cultural exchange, whether it’s cooking plant-based meals together, sharing travel stories, or simply learning from each other’s backgrounds.
  
  We’re also active in our small community. Every few months we organize a spay & neuter clinic for cats and dogs, which has become an important event for local families. Volunteers staying with us at that time are welcome to get involved and experience this unique aspect of rural Costa Rican life.

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  Help

  We’re a small team of two running a reforestation project and cultivating a small organic vegetable garden tucked away in nature. It’s not a big social hub, rather a peaceful place for those who love quiet days, some physical work and the sounds of the jungle.
  
  There’s always something to do, and tasks are flexible depending on your interests and skills:
  
  🌱 Light tasks: gardening (weeding, watering, planting), preparing meals, and keeping our outdoor spaces happy, harvesting dragon fruit (July to September)
  
  💪 Physical tasks: clearing pasture overgrown with tall grass to prepare new areas for tree planting or help with landscaping for those that crave a good work-out
  
  💻 Wordpress help, ebook publishing,..
  
  🪵 Creative and building projects: sanding, making furniture, building small structures — perfect for handy volunteers who have experience in woodworking.
  
  We try to match tasks with what you enjoy most whether that’s working with plants, wood, or food.
  
  As we are only two, and sometimes only one (running an online business) this is not so much a learning stay but more a helping stay. We prefer volunteers that can work independently for the (DIY) projects matching their skills.
  
  You’re free to plan your own breaks and lunch in your private outdoor kitchen. Afternoons are usually reserved for relaxing, reading, exploring the property or the region or simply enjoying the hammocks.
  On workdays we share dinner together at the house , a lovely time to unwind, chat, and exchange stories about the day.
  
  What we offer
  • A tranquil, natural environment to recharge mind and body
  • Pick-up and drop off in Jicaral or at the ferry Playa Naranjo (5000 colones)
  • Private space and your own kitchen
  • Laundry once a week free of charge (additional laundry: 2000 colones)
  • Fiber-optic internet for those who like to write, read, or reflect online
  • Walking trail to a river canyon
  • No loud music, no rush, just jungle peace and bird song
  
  This is ideal for:
  • Volunteers that can work independently seeking a slower lifestyle
  • Writers, readers, or quiet souls who like to be in nature but also love physical work outdoors or love to work with wood
  
  Everything is designed to be stress-free, with full respect for your rhythm and energy levels.
  
  It is perfect for volunteers that appreciate independence, peace, and a slower way of living in nature.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Dutch: Fluent
  Spanish: 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.
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  Accommodation

  Workawayers stay in a cozy cabin with a comfortable kingsize bed, a semi-exterior bathroom, and an outdoor kitchen with the option to share meals in our main house.
  
  There are hammocks and there is a small plunge pool you can use.

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  What else ...

  The closest attractions in the region: deserted beaches (SUP, kayak on the Golf of Nicoya) and a visit to Isla San Lucas prison island (boat tour) within a 30 minutes drive. Within an hour's drive: Barra Honda national park, Karen mogensen nature reserve,... A bit further: Curu wildlife Refuge, Isla Tortuga, Montezuma
  We can help with transport for a small fee.

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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

  We have fiber optics and a quiet place to work.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  No

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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