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Last replied
17 Sep 2023
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Description
We are Americans living in the south of Portugal. I've just bought a property in the interior of the country that needs some minor work. The house is a furnished small village house in an old but beautiful, typical, small Portuguese village and is a bit far from where we live, so it's a challenge to find tradespeople to work on it. The Alentejo area is close to the border with Spain and full of things to do, river beaches, castles, and other villages to explore.
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This is a great opportunity to go off-the-beaten path in a beautiful area of Portugal.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
I would love to find someone who can patch cracked plaster walls and paint. It would be nice if they could also treat for efflorescence. It would be nice if they could do some minor exterior repairs like caulking around the base of the house.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You will be staying on your own in the 2-story, 2 bedroom house with private bathroom and kitchen. It is furnished and has a washing machine. You will be responsible for your own food. You will need to provide your own transportation. I have a mobile wifi device that you can use if you don't have one, you can purchase prepaid internet service from vodafone. Sorry, we are unable to host smokers.
What else ...
I also may hire some professionals to do work such as electrical and roofing, I would expect you to help me coordinate with them, to let them in the house and oversee their work, and report to me any issues.
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
10-20 hrs/week
