Experience natural building and rural life near Sagunto, Spain

Detalles

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  Descripción

  We're Alejandro and Syrka, a couple living on a rural finca outside Sagunto, around 30 km north of Valencia. The finca is our home and our personal project, not a project run by a team.
  
  We're slowly looking after and improving the buildings, gardens and outdoor spaces. There is always something practical to do: a wall that needs attention, trees and vegetables to care for, animals to feed or materials to organise.
  
  Our professional lives are linked to okambuva, a cooperative working with natural building and sustainable architecture. We bring that experience home and use earth, straw, timber and lime whenever they suit the job.
  
  We can welcome up to two people. You'll stay in a small straw-bale and earth house with its own kitchen and ecological bathroom. We ask people to stay for at least two weeks.

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  Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos

  Jardinería básica

  Proyectos creativos DIY «hazlo tú mismo»

  Cuidado de animales

  Ayuda en una granja

  Ayuda doméstica

  Mantenimiento básico

  Cuidado de casas y mascotas
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  Intereses

  

  Política / justicia social

  

  Vegetariano o vegano

  

  Sostenibilidad

  

  Autodesarrollo

  

  Agricultura

  

  Cuidado de plantas

  

  Música

  

  Idiomas

  

  Autostop

  

  Historia

  

  Jardinería

  

  Dibujo y pintura

  

  Bricolaje y manualidades

  

  Carpintería

  

  Cocina y alimentación

  

  Libros

  

  Arte y diseño

  

  Arquitectura

  

  Animales

  

  Yoga / bienestar

  

  Naturaleza

  

  Montaña

  

  Baile

  

  Playa
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  Objetivos de sostenibilidad de las NU que intenta conseguir este anfitrión

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  ¿Que es esto?
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  Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje

  Natural building is part of our everyday life, not just a demonstration. When the work allows it, we'll explain how we prepare earth and lime mixes, apply natural finishes and maintain buildings made with straw, earth and timber. We like explaining why we choose a material as well as how to use it.
  
  You'll also see the ordinary rhythm of the finca: growing seasonal food, caring for animals and adapting to the Mediterranean climate.
  
  We enjoy the conversation that happens while working together. Spanish and German are both everyday languages for us, and English is welcome too. We're interested in what our guests know and how things are done where they come from.
  
  On your days off you can explore Sagunto, go to the nearby beaches or visit Valencia.

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  Ayuda

  What we do depends on the season, the weather and what needs attention at the finca. On one visit we may be repairing an earth plaster; on another, the priority may be the garden, trees, animals or an outdoor space.
  
  Typical tasks include preparing earth or lime mixes, applying plaster, maintaining straw or timber elements, simple carpentry, organising materials, planting and watering, feeding the animals, clearing paths and keeping work areas tidy.
  
  You don't need construction experience. We care more about being reliable, working carefully and being willing to ask questions. We'll show you how we use the materials and tools, and we'll choose tasks that suit your experience.
  
  Help is a maximum of 25 hours spread over five days, with two complete days off. We usually begin in the morning, but heat, rain or the job itself can change the plan. We agree the schedule together.
  
  The minimum stay is two weeks.

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas hablados
  Alemán: Fluido
  Español: Fluido
  Inglés: Intermedio

  Este anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
  Spanish and German are both part of our everyday life, and we can also communicate in English. We are bilingual in Spanish and German and are happy to help guests practise either language through daily conversations and shared activities. We would especially appreciate opportunities to practise and improve our English.
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  Alojamiento

  You'll stay in a small house built with straw bales and earth. It has its own kitchen and ecological bathroom, so you can have your own rhythm and privacy. We host a maximum of two people, and the house may be shared when two Workawayers are here. Families are welcome when the space and planned activities suit their needs.
  
  We provide enough food for three meals every day, seven days a week, including both days off. Depending on the arrangement, we may provide groceries, an adequate food allowance, produce from our garden and occasional meals cooked or shared with us. Guests have their own kitchen and can prepare their meals independently. We agree the basic food arrangement before arrival and work out the day-to-day details together during the stay.

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  Algo más...

  The finca is in the countryside near Sagunto. The town has shops, markets, a Roman theatre and a castle, as well as train and bus connections with Valencia and other places along the coast. Beaches and mountain areas are nearby.
  
  Getting around takes a little planning. We have vehicles, and guests can often come along when one of our journeys is useful to them. If you have a valid driving licence, you can use one of our vehicles for agreed shopping or practical journeys connected with the exchange. We'll arrange this together beforehand.
  
  We value people who can be independent and who feel comfortable with country life. Please use water and energy carefully, keep shared spaces tidy, be kind to the animals and follow instructions when using tools.
  
  We don't smoke. Guests may smoke outside, away from the buildings, gardens and animals. Extra care is essential in dry weather because of fire risk.
  
  Families can stay when the accommodation and activities are appropriate. Tell us the number and ages of the children when you write so we can discuss sleeping arrangements and safety.
  
  Please also tell us what interests you, whether you have any practical experience and what you'd like to learn while you're here.

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  Un poco más de información

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    Acceso a Internet

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    Acceso a Internet limitado

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    Tenemos animales

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    Somos fumadores

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    Puede alojar familias

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  Puede acoger a nómadas digitales

  Mobile coverage is available, although its quality depends on the provider. Wi-Fi is available at our main house, but we cannot guarantee a fast or stable connection in the guest accommodation. Please tell us before arrival if reliable internet is essential for your work or studies. Our finca is best suited to people who enjoy outdoor life and do not need to remain permanently connected. Combining the stay with some remote work may be possible if the available connection meets your needs.

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  Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas

  There is space on the finca for a campervan or motorhome. Guests staying in their own vehicle can use the kitchen and ecological bathroom provided for Workawayers. Please tell us the approximate size of your vehicle before arrival so we can confirm that the access and parking space are suitable.

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  ¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?

  Dos

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  Mis animales / mascotas

  Atila (3 años)

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