Join me at my project in the gorgeous Bay of Kotor, Mojdež, Montenegro

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  Description

  Hello, Workawayers! :)
  
  My name is Dejana, but you can call me Dee.
  
  Last summer, I purchased the homestead of my dreams, with the vision of turning it into a tiny self-sustainable place for like-minded individuals—positive, creative-minded people with curious minds and a desire to connect with nature and their fellow humans.
  
  It’s not a large farm—it’s a small property in a secluded part of a village, in the hinterlands of Montenegro’s Boka Bay—high up in the hills, but minutes from the coast. The land is defined by its orchards and garden space, which I’m slowly bringing back to life after many years of neglect—and I’d love for you to be a part of that process.
  
  The long-term dream is to turn this into a peaceful and inspiring creative sanctuary—a creative, functional, and welcoming space for building, making, growing, learning, and gathering in thoughtful ways.
  
  The property is just under 800m², with a small two-storey (30m²) house, a large garage, and another 30–40m² structure I hope to convert into a guest house. Right now, there’s one queen-sized mattress and two pull-out couches in the house, but we can figure out what works best for your sleeping setup. There’s also room for camping—we definitely have the garden space! :)
  
  Meals can be arranged based on what works best for each Workawayer. You’ll need to be comfortable tending to yourself and being alone some of the time, as I split my time between this property and another one in town (Herceg Novi). I’m happy to accommodate all eating styles and dietary restrictions—though please note, we do include sustainably farmed animal products in our meals, so it may not be a great fit for strict vegans.
  
  **Please note: this is a cultural exchange at a private homestead, not employment—we welcome people who are eager to share their skills & knowledge and learn alongside us in a collaborative, non-commercial setting.
  
  Montenegro is a Balkan country with rugged mountains, medieval villages and a narrow strip of beaches along its Adriatic coastline. The Bay of Kotor, resembling a fjord, is dotted with coastal churches and fortified towns such as Kotor and Herceg Novi. Durmitor National Park, home to bears and wolves, encompasses limestone peaks, glacial lakes and 1,300m-deep Tara River Canyon. You can swim, sail, kayak, hike, explore ancient towns, monasteries, castles, and fortresses... the list is endless! Please google "Bay of Kotor", "Herceg Novi" (closest town), and "Montenegro", in general. Our property is also only 6km from the Croatian border, and less than 30km to the Bosnian border.
  
  I am a professional techie, an avid reader, musician, artist, handicrafter, aspiring writer, filmmaker, storyteller. If you love connecting with others and engaging in positive and creative, stimulating endeavours, then we'll get along!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Petits travaux d'entretien
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Films et télé

  

  Technologie

  

  Culture

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Musique

  

  Histoire

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Livres

  

  Art et design

  

  Photographie

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Écriture

  

  Animaux

  

  Nature

  

  Montagne

  

  Danse

  

  Randonnée

  

  Fitness

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Plage
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Qu'est-ce que c'est ?
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Montenegro has a rich and storied history and culture. There are endless opportunities!

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  I am currently researching permaculture and food forest models... The first order of business would be to design the layouts and come up with a plan of action--there are many existing fruit trees that need to be brought back to their former glory (fig, grape, kiwi, pomegranate, peach, quince, mulberry, orange, olive, the list goes on!) ... last winter we had a wonderful arborist volunteer from Australia prune every tree for optimal health, and now they just need watering and some TLC. We also had a couple of lovely volunteers in the spring help plant a small vegetable garden, which needs tending. I would love to plant more fruit and some choice vegetables. However, I am new to this--so we'd be learning together/from each other! Activities could include anything from doing the strategic tasks (designing/planning), to your basic flower and vegetable garden tasks, fruit care and gathering, to food preparation and preservation, and eventually tending to ducks and bees (which I plan to keep!). The original owner, who built and cared for the property, before he passed away--he produced his own wine, brandy, olives, and did his own hunting in the nearby forests!
  
  In exchange, I can offer room and board, plus local guidance—whether you’re interested in exploring the area, learning about Montenegrin history and culture, picking up some language basics, or discovering hidden gems nearby.
  
  I also bring a mix of creative and professional experience: I’ve worked in tech (UX design and research) for nearly 30 years and am happy to share insight or mentorship in that area. I’m also a musician (singer/songwriter) and love collaborating on music or creative projects. If you’re into film, audio/video production, digital storytelling, cooking, handicrafts (like knitting or crochet), or just enjoy learning new things—I’m always up for exchanging knowledge and ideas. I’m sure we’ll find plenty of shared interests. :)
  
  Montenegro is a special place with a lot to offer--it would be lovely for you to join us on this adventure!
  
  **Please note: this is a cultural exchange at a private homestead, not employment—we welcome people who are eager to share their skills & knowledge and learn alongside us in a collaborative, non-commercial setting.

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  Langues parlées

  Bosnian: Courant
  Anglais: Courant
  Croatian: Courant
  Serbo-Croatian: Courant
  Serbian: Courant
  Français: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  Indoors, 30m2 house, two levels... brand new bathroom with shower... Garage, kitchenette, guest house in progress... outside, camping also possible!

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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

  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il aimait accueillir les digital nomads.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Smaller campervans can be parked on the property, oversized vehicles can be parked a 10 minute walk away from the property.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  Cet hôte a dit qu’il acceptait les personnes voyageant avec un animal.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  

  Moni 🐕

  Moni is a 2-yr old doggie that takes care of our goat family and keeps Luna company! She loves lots of cuddles and attention, but is a good guard dog as well when needed! 🤍🖤🤎

  

  Ojdi & Crew 🐐🐐🐐

  We also have three 6 month old goats - Ojdi, Meho, and Strasa 😁 They are fun little guys!! 🥰

  

  Vranac 🐐🖤

  Vranac is our nubian male goat and he is the most gentle giant you'll ever meet! And as loyal as a dog 🖤

  

  Bella 🐐🔔🤍

  Bella was originally named for the colour white "Bela"... but since she's also the only one with the bell - keeping the rest of the herd in check - it actually works both ways! 🤍🔔

  

  Zima 🐐🤍

  Zima is a gentle female goat, named after "winter" season 🤍 ... which ironically, is not white in our neck of the woods! 😆🌿

  

  Crna 🐐🖤🥛

  Crna is our only female goat currently giving us milk, and we thank her for her kind donation! ☺️🙏🥛

  

  Kara 🐐🤎🍼

  Kara is the mama goat to Resica and Anika 💕

  

  Baby goats! 🐐🐐💕

  We have two baby goats currently, they are beyond adorable!

  

  Danny DeVito, aka "Frank" (7 mois)

  Danny's our lone miniature Antwerp (Barbu d'Anvers) rooster. His diminutive stature led to him being affectionately referred to as Danny (the beloved DeVito) -- or "Frank", for his character in It's Always Sunny.

  

  Poppyseed Strudle, aka "Poppy" aka "Štrudla" 🐈‍⬛ (1 an)

  Strudle is the chubby delight "rescued" from her life of begging for scraps at the local supermarket. Her fur pattern reminded us of a poppyseed strudle - would you agree? 🖤

  

  Chimney "Amber" Crickets 🐈‍⬛ (1 an)

  Chimney followed us during a hike from the Savina monastery, and we simply couldn't resist him. 🖤 And just look at those eyes!! 💛💛

  

  Potato Jack(lyn), aka "Baby" 🐈‍⬛ (1 an)

  Potato Jack(lyn) Jackson, aka Baby, was found abandoned at our doorstep in the city. 🥹 Now, she loves her country life. It was always meant to be! ✨

  

  Duck friends!! 🦆🦆🦆 (2 ans)

  Last year, we acquired a flock of ducks, as part of our little ecosystem. We currently host a variety of breeds, including Indian Runners, a lone Cherry Valley, and a few mallard and domestic hybrid mixes. They are very adorable, and will eat right out of your hands, if you let them!! 🥰

  

  Luna "Tuna" aka Baboona 🐩 (2 ans)

  Luna is a feisty and adorable bichon mix puppy who just turned 2, and keeps everyone on their toes!! 🎉🥳

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