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Description
We live in the mountains of Monchique (Algarve) with my now thirteen-year-old son, two ponies and a dog. My partner, Paul, lives next door and is here mainly at weekends. I stay a few nights with my son in Monchique (not here) during the week when he is at school, although I come back here every day. I’m a writer, and I teach creative writing online for universities in the UK. I have just published some children's fiction about a Magic Campervan, which is very exciting.
We live in a very small international hamlet with only a handful of people (all lovely). It is remote. Perfect for those who love nature, hiking, horses, reading, writing... but as you would spend quite a lot of time on your own, you need to be okay with that. I am happy for you to ride if you are quite small and an experienced rider, and I can lend you an electric bike so that you can get to Marmelete easily (25 mins), and Monchique (40 mins). -
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Jardinage d'entretien
S’occuper des animaux
Aide à la maison
Petits travaux d'entretien
Aide informatique/internet
Garde de maison et d'animaux
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Centres d’intérêt
Films et télé
Culture
Dev. personnel
Végétarien ou végan
Technologie
Animaux de compagnie
Arts du spectacle
Dessin et peinture
Musique
Écriture
Cuisine et alimentation
Langues
Livres
Animaux
Cyclisme
Sports d’hiver
Yoga / bien-être
Nature
Camping
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Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
We are a bilingual family - English and Portuguese. Paul, my partner, is German. We can maybe help with either English or Portuguese. I also studied Russian at university and lived in Japan for many years. Unfortunately, both those languages are very rusty. We live in a beautiful part of the world - way off the beaten track and it would be an opportunity to see a hidden side of Portugal. The area is great for hiking and biking - and all aspects of nature. I am a writer and may be able to help out. You would be welcome to attend my workshops. As I mentioned if you are a good rider, then you can ride Winnie.
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Aide
The space and work would suit an independent woman/possibly couple (but would prefer just one person) to spend some time with us. I would love to have some help with the garden, ponies and maybe cooking/cleaning. We have an opinionated Shetland and a beautiful but headstrong garrana. If you are an experienced rider and not more than 60 kilos, you may ride her. I'm very open to various proposals/arrangements re. work/food balance. Everyone is different.
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Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Portugais: Courant
Japonais: Débutant
Russe: DébutantCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
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Hébergement
I can offer a self-contained studio (with heating - heat exchange/air-con). The studio would accommodate one adult or possibly two adults for a short time. There is a double bed, a sofa, a small bathroom and kitchenette. There is another fully-equipped kitchen I would be happy for you to use occasionally. It is remote, there are no other children - apart from mine and he is now into gaming! It is not for someone looking for nightlife.
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Autres infos...
Our house is remote. There are no bars/cafes within walking distance (except up to Foia - 2 hours) and the nearest village (Marmelete) is 10km. There is no public transport but I can give you lifts occasionally/lend an electric bike which could get you to Marmelete where there is The Bank - an international bar/cafe/music and other events venue. It is possible to walk up to Foia - the highest point in the Algarve where there is a cafe. Monchique is also about 15km. Monchique has a swimming pool, library, yoga, many restaurants.
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Informations complémentaires
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Accès Internet
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Accès Internet limité
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Nous avons des animaux
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Nous sommes fumeurs
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Familles bienvenues
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Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
I teach online for universities in the UK. The internet is okay in the main house but I haven't got internet access in the studio anymore. Most people have internet on their phones so I didn't feel we need it now. However, we can easily get a SIM card and there is a 4G router.
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Espace pour garer des vans
I have a La Strada camper (an old one!). The roads are windy but good. A light car can go down the drive to the studio, but not a camper (unless it's 4x4) so it would be okay to park a camper near the road but not to live in as well.
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Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
Small friendly pets. We have a small dog, Hayley, who is not always friendly with other females.
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Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Un
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Mes animaux
Winnie
Bianca
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She came to trust us quite quickly; I loved spending time at her place – her garden is beautiful and her animals are so endearing (the ponies and her dog).
At the first sight it seemed that I won't have too much to do as the garden was beautiful already, but I quickly realized there are loads of work if you look for it so in the end I really had fun with building paths, taking out weeds, cutting plants and taking care of … read more
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She came to trust us quite quickly; I loved spending time at her place – her garden is beautiful and her animals are so endearing (the ponies and her dog).
At the first sight it seemed that I won't have too much to do as the garden was beautiful already, but I quickly realized there are loads of work if you look for it so in the end I really had fun with building paths, taking out weeds, cutting plants and taking care of … read more
I felt so at home and well looked after, my little studio was an incredible surprise too!
It was a blessing every morning to have such wonderful views and a warm welcome from her cheeky dog Hayley. I especially enjoyed the day where Lisa and Paul took me out in the truck … read more
Her little son is a wonderful cheerful boy who loves gardening and cooking. He has his own little garden with his own planted veggies and even though he is a kid he is an extraordinary chef 😉 I even received a birthday cake for my birthday! That day was one of the most … read more
