Living and growing together as a self-sustainable community in the mountains Serra de Monchique, Portugal

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  Description

  Olá, we are Ivana and Valentin, originally from Portugal and Switzerland, our dream is to create a sacred place to recharge, renew and recreate ones inner world.
  
  We search for a win-win situation where you can help us to create a beautiful new reality of living and growing together as a self-sustainable community. The Land itself and our lifestyle and daily routine will already help to nourish your inner seed so it can flourish and blossom in the light of the Sun and enlighten your whole being and life.
  
  Our number one criteria to welcome you in our project is: a strong and persistent motivation to work on your self, 2nd: initiative and will to learn, 3rd: Self responsibility. We focus on nature based inner healing and believe that connecting with nature is the purest way to deepen our spiritual awareness.
  
  We're situated on an old farm with beautiful, classic Portuguese architecture about a 30 minute walk or short bus ride from the center of Monchique.
  
  Come for a time and exhale your past, arrive in the now, and breathe in your abundant future.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We believe that when you come here that you will have the opportunity to cultivate a new version of yourself in a stunning natural environment.
  
  So come for some time and get wrapped up in the gifts of nature. Replenish your physical and spiritual energy and help out in a community based living setting.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

  Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.

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  Help

  We`re looking for volunteers that are interested in using their green thumb and making our gardens flourish, help in the kitchen with cooking, and/or putting their DYI skills to use throughout the facilities.
  
  Our needs change with the season so we are looking for flexibility, especially if you are visiting during the changing climate.

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  Languages spoken

  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Fluent
  Portuguese: Fluent
  French: Beginner

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  Accommodation

  Accommodation is in tent on our property. It will be your own space and includes cooking facilities, a compost toilet, and a natural pool. There is no electricity in the tent but there is a station with USB portals for charging near the tent. The bathhouse is equipped with power outlets that can be used as well.
  
  Since there is no electricity in the tent, it is advised to be prepared for the weather depending on the season you volunteer with us. That being said, this is the following weather by season:
  
  Summer: June- August Very hot & dry
  Fall: September-October The most ideal time to visit as it is warm and dry
  Winter: November - February Cooler and (Hopefully) Rainy
  Spring: March - May Rainy with Fluctuating Temperatures
  
  We are a substance free space and strictly vegetarian. Please make sure these are things you are happy to adhere to when staying with us.
  
  The following are general principles that we live by:
  
  Be kind and respectful to all including our natural world
  Be on time for the help that is required
  Take initiative & practice good work ethic
  Help foster the environment of personal growth
  Openly communicate with all
  
  These are just the staples of the type of life we live here. We believe in nourishing ourselves on a daily basis with the sun as our major influence. After volunteering with us and participating in our courses and program we hope that you will leave with the following senses awakened:
  
  Discovering your true self
  Awakened to your inner power
  Reconnect to personal inspiration
  Fine tune the vision for your future
  Express yourself freely
  Open to your authentic nature
  Sharpen your focus and attention
  Clear and radiate your true self
  
  We ask that all guests live as close to nature as possible. Rise and sleep based on the sun, as little external stimulation through electronic devices as possible, and no loud music.

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  What else ...

  Monchique is a quaint, historic town with some activities to explore, including hot springs, hiking tracks, biking options, and shopping for locally produced items including locally sourced and traditional foods.

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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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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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