Warm family life, nature and cultural exchange between Lisbon and Sintra, in Belas, Portugal

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  Description

  Hi, I’m Carla. I’m a pharmacist working in clinical trials, remotely managing a team of around 200 people across 40 different countries. Although my work is demanding, I am very people-oriented and deeply connected to nature, meaningful experiences, and authentic cultural exchange.
  
  I love traveling and have visited more than 60 countries. What I enjoy most is truly getting to know a place: its people, traditions, language, and the hidden spots that most tourists never get to see.
  
  I live with my children in a small but very welcoming home surrounded by about 5,000 m² of nature, between Lisbon and Sintra, in a peaceful and beautiful golf resort area in Belas. From the balcony, you can even see Pena Palace, and the property has several gardens, a swimming pool, and a small forest area.
  
  We also share our home with our animals: 2 dogs, 2 rabbits, and 7 chickens — one of them is convinced she is a dog. Life here is calm, family-oriented, and relaxed, and we want anyone who stays with us to truly feel at home.
  
  The available room has a double bed, a shared bathroom (on the corridor, only my daughter will share it), and a workspace with a view of the swimming pool. Guests are welcome to share meals with us or use the kitchen if they prefer their own routine. The location is excellent: we are close to Lisbon, Sintra, and Cascais, with easy access by motorway, private parking, supermarkets, and shopping centers nearby.
  
  We would love to welcome curious, open-minded people who are looking for a genuine family experience, surrounded by nature, while still being close to the city.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Enseignement

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Aide informatique/internet

  Garde de maison et d'animaux
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Technologie

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Mode et beauté

  

  Culture

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Films et télé

  

  Ferme

  

  Bénévolat

  

  Musique

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Livres

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Animaux

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Sports d'équipe

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Sports d’hiver

  

  Montagne

  

  Danse

  

  Plage

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Cultural exchange is one of the things I value most in life. I truly enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds, sharing experiences, and learning from the different ways we see the world. Because of my work, I am used to communicating daily with people from many cultures, as I remotely manage a team spread across 40 countries. On top of that, I have also hosted young people from different countries before, so welcoming international guests into my home already feels very natural to me.
  
  Languages are also a very important part of our family life. I speak five languages, and my children speak three, so we genuinely enjoy multicultural environments and the richness that comes from them. For us, hosting is not just about receiving help — it is about creating a real human connection, sharing daily life, conversations, meals, ideas, and perspectives.
  
  I know not only the world, but also Portugal very well. I love sharing our traditions, gastronomy, and culture, as well as recommending the very best places to visit, eat, and explore — including many hidden gems that most visitors would never find on their own. My friends often joke that I am their personal guide, because I always know where to go, where to eat, where to stay, and how to experience a place in a more authentic way.
  
  As a host, I would be happy to share language practice, local cultural knowledge, travel advice, and insight into Portuguese life and customs. I can also share my experience of working in an international environment, adapting to cultural differences, and building connections with people from all over the world.
  
  In return, I would love to learn from the people who stay with us — about their culture, their language, their routines, their food, and the little things that make life unique in their part of the world. I believe this kind of exchange is enriching for everyone, especially for children, and it is one of the main reasons why I enjoy hosting.

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  Aide

  At the moment, I mainly need some practical daily support because I am recovering from a broken arm and a leg. Right now, the most helpful support would be support me on the house and help with cooking family meals. As an extra, any support with the kids (they are only at home at the end of the day) or fixing things around the house would be appreciated.
  
  I have my own car available, which can be used when I don't use it, if you feel confident and comfortable driving.
  
  This is a temporary need, but it is very important for our daily routine at the moment. I would really appreciate someone reliable, kind, and responsible, who can help make family life a little easier during this recovery period.
  
  Beyond that, I value having someone positive, flexible, and happy to be part of a warm and welcoming family environment.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Portugais: Courant
  Français: Intermédiaire
  Allemand: Débutant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
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  Hébergement

  The accommodation I offer is a private, comfortable room with a double bed, a large window, and a balcony overlooking the swimming pool and the surrounding nature. It is a peaceful space with plenty of natural light, ideal for relaxing and feeling at home.
  
  The room also has a table that can be used for remote work or study, making it a good option for someone who may need a quiet place during the day. Right outside the bedroom is the bathroom that might also eb used by my daughter (who is out for school the whole day)
  
  Overall, it is a simple but very pleasant space, designed to offer comfort, privacy, and a beautiful natural setting.

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  Autres infos...

  Guests will have a lot of free time and there is so much to do around here. We are strategically located between Sintra and Lisbon and so much to visit on both cities. We live in a golf resort area so there is a lot of nature around. In my home I have my own forest. Public transports are not good in this area as it is mostly an area of big houses or the golf resort. There is a private bus from the resort to Lisbon and a public bus that takes you to Belas, the nearest town. I drive to Lisbon everyday so rides are 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

  I have a separate space where you can park your campervan; there is there an external bathroom with hot water and electric power.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  As long as they get on well with the rest of our animals ;)

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

  Rabbits Flash and Nesbita

  Molly

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