Come share our family life with us on a 10ha farm in Vieira do Minho in the north of Portugal

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04/10/2020
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We are a young family living on a 10ha farm in the north of Portugal, close to the national park with some beautiful spots to explore.
There are four watersources on the land and a big waterpool to jump in and refresh. It is very tranquil here.
Granit stones are the material of the house, so lasting for long.
We are into growing good food and therefore mainly we need some extra hands.
There are two dogs, three cats, chicken, a horse and three donkeys living here with us.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Farmstay help
Animal Care
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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What's this?
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We can share with you our way of life here on the land.
Help
We need help with sowing, planting, weeding, harvesting, preserving food.
We are happy to share with you knowledge.
General work on a farm like store wood for winter, bring grass to the donkey stable, cleaning, repairing, ...
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
There is a caravan available, a stone house (except when there are guests) and some good spots for pitching a tent, we also have some here.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (4)

17/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Milena) for host

We spent 2 weeks at Viera do Minho in August.
Lily and Stefan live in a big farm with their 3 young kids. They speak so many languages!
We slept in tents and had private bathroom. We shared all meals which was very nice.
We arrived during a very hot temperature, and they made everything to make us work during the coldest hour. Then we could… read more

(Excellent )

16/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Renata) for host

Stefan and Lily are like Superman and Mother Teresa!:grin:
They are the most understanding, tolerant, encouraging and excepting couple I’ve ever met.
Not only did they make me welcome and treat me like their special guest they went out of their ways to include me into every event they attended socially (even if it was hours away).
I feel… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (laura) for host

You will find here the most beautiful farm of North Portugal. Stefan and Lily have here a little paradisiac oasis were you can eat passion fruit directly from the trees and dip into the cold spring water in the centennial swimming pool. Work can be intense but you will be amazed with Stefan knowledge and Lily's cooking skills. Thanks a lot for… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Matias & Jennifer) for host

We stayed 3 weeks with Stefan and Lily and could have stayed longer. We definetely would recommend this place for anyone looking for a place to work and also learn at the same time. The working hours varied from 4 to 6 hours a day and with lots of flexibility aswell. Really easygoing people and their 2 sons will also keep you occupied if you let… read more

(Excellent )

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