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Back to nature, back to yourself... 🌞🌊🐎🌲
We are a small non-profit association based in Podhumlje, near Komiža, on the island of Vis, Croatia.
Our project is rooted in a simple way of living — close to nature, animals and natural rhythms. We create and host educational and experiential programs in nature, focused on awareness and personal development. Horses are a big part of our life and work, so our programs include helping with horses and horseback riding.
Podhumlje is a quiet rural area surrounded by Mediterranean landscapes, open skies and the sea nearby. Life here is calm and grounded, shaped by nature rather than schedules. Many people who come here feel more present, relaxed and connected.
You will enjoy this place if you like nature, meaningful hands-on tasks, learning through experience and being part of a small community. This is not a party or tourist place, but a space for presence, contribution and real exchange.
The project is run by Vedrana and Tina, together with a small circle of collaborators and volunteers who share similar values. Horses are an important and respected part of our daily life.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Self development
Pets
Gardening
Animals
Nature
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
Camping
Beach
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Hiking
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We love sharing our everyday life with Workawayers! Here, you can learn about helping with horses, eco-friendly living, natural cleaning and cosmetics, and sourdough bread baking—all things we practice daily.
We enjoy connecting through walks, meals, and creative activities, and we’re always excited to learn from our guests’ skills and cultures too. Every stay is a chance for mutual inspiration and fun!
Help
We are looking for Workawayers who enjoy hands-on tasks, being outdoors and contributing to a meaningful, nature-based project. Depending on your skills, interests and energy, you can help us in different ways.
At the moment, we especially need support with:
- Land clearing and fencing for horses
Helping to clear and maintain terrain used by horses. This is physical outdoor tasks, done step by step.
- Help with the vegetable garden and orchard
- Website creation and digital support
If you have experience with web design or content creation, you can help us build a new website for the association and support our online presence.
We usually help together, sharing tasks, learning from each other and adjusting the tasks to the group and daily rhythm. Skill exchange is a natural part of our project — everyone contributes what they know, and everyone learns something new along the way.
The exchange concept is based on volunteering, mutual respect and shared responsibility.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Croatian: Fluent
Bosnian: Intermediate
Italian: Intermediate
Serbian: Intermediate
Accommodation
Workawayers will stay in a charming, traditional stone house, offering a clean and secure place to rest.
Meals are mostly vegetarian, but we can adapt if needed. You can either relax and enjoy the food we prepare, or join in cooking if you feel inspired — sharing the kitchen is part of the fun and cultural exchange. Access to the fridge is available, and no one has ever gone hungry here! :)
What else ...
Animals are very important to us! Besides our three horses, we have two dogs, two cats, and some chickens. There are a few simple rules to follow, like not giving human food to our animals — it helps keep them healthy and happy.
Vis is a stunning island to explore — perfect for swimming, hiking, and discovering its hidden corners. You can practically walk the whole island! There’s a local bus that runs occasionally, and we’re also happy to give you a ride to Vis town or Komiža if needed.
We love sharing our lifestyle and experiences, but we also need some quite time, so you will also have time to spend on your own, exploring natural rhythms of island life.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have mobile internet that is mostly turned off. If you need to spend a lot of time online, it's better if you have your own.
Space for parking camper vans
We can offer a parking spot for a campervan and you're welcome to use the facilities in the house.
Can possibly accept pets
Dogs are welcome if they are well socialized with dogs, cats and chickens.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Al Hayy (3 years)
Al Hayy is a beautiful young arabian stallion. He's intelligent, good and fun to be around. He's in training to become a trail riding horse and a horse people will learn from.
Amadeus (9 years)
Amadeus is Vedrana's horse, best described as a gentle giant. His character and body awareness is that of baby elephant. He loves company, walks, fun games and he'd do anything for food.
Moon (21 years)
Moon is Tina's horse. He's a wise gentlemen who commands respect. He's big, bold and beautiful and embodies the energy of a force of nature. He retired from riding due to tendon and ligament issues. If he's in a good mood, he loves to be brushed.
Anastazija (1 year)
Anastazija lives for adventure and food!
Pahuljica (11 years)
Pahuljica (English translation: Snowflake) is the softest cat alive. Her favorite thing is to be in someone's lap.
Bella (16 years)
Bella is a croatian sheppard cross. She lives outside and thinks rules don't apply to her. She was a stray dog until she showed up one day she showed up and decided to stay with us.
Linda (2 years)
Linda is a cane corso / labrador cross. She is a big beautiful dog full of love. She loves children, baby animals and water. Her favorite place is on the couch.
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