Join me and live in a nature park in the Velebit Mountains, Croatia

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  Description

  Hello travellers and nature lovers,
  
  I grew up in Germany but have Croatian roots. Over the last few years I've been spending my summers here, slowly bringing an old place back to life. I call it my little house-and-land project, and there's always something to do – gardening, cutting firewood, repairing the gravel road, or building small things with natural stone.
  
  When I first arrived in 2022, the house had been empty for four years. I spent my first two weeks sleeping in my old VW T4 because the house wasn't livable yet. Since then, we've come a long way. There's now fresh spring water, two renovated bedrooms, a simple outdoor shower, and a small outdoor kitchen. It's still basic, but it's a comfortable place to live.
  
  What I enjoy most isn't the work itself – it's what happens when a few people are here together. We cook outside, water the garden in the morning, sit around the fire in the evening, share tools, exchange ideas, and simply help each other out. Nobody has to organize much. Everyone contributes a little, and somehow everything gets done. It has a relaxed, natural feeling that's hard to describe.
  
  At night, the sky is incredible. On clear evenings you can see the Milky Way stretching across the sky, and every now and then you can hear wolves howling somewhere in the distance. They stay well away from the house, but it reminds you that you're surrounded by real wilderness.
  
  There are fruit trees, vegetable beds, and around 50 grapevines. Down by the river there's another piece of land that I'd love to develop over time – maybe with more fruit trees, a small vineyard, or whatever good ideas people bring. If you enjoy planting, building, or creating something together, you'll probably feel at home here.
  
  The nearest neighbours are a few shepherds who live several kilometres away. They're friendly, welcoming people, and if you're curious, you can visit them or even spend some time helping with the sheep.
  
  The house is located between Knin and Gračac, on the edge of Velebit Nature Park. Part of the journey is on a gravel road, so having a car is highly recommended. It's a remote place – ideal if you're looking for peace, nature, and a simple lifestyle rather than tourist attractions.
  
  My goal for 2026 is to finish the tiny house on the property and continue shaping this place step by step.
  
  If that sounds like something you'd enjoy, I'd be happy to welcome you.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Bénévolat

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Baby-sitting et jeux créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Petits travaux d'entretien

  Garde de maison et d'animaux
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Vidéographie

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Culture

  

  Vie en van

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Ferme

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Musique

  

  Histoire

  

  Art et design

  

  Photographie

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Blogs

  

  Architecture

  

  Écriture

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Danse

  

  Montagne

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Special nature experience.
  adventures
  All travelers experience the authentic neighborhood and the hospitality.

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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

  All people are welcome. In particular, I welcome those skilled in art who like to work with quarry stone or know wood processing. There is always garden help.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Allemand: Courant
  Anglais: Courant
  Croatian: Courant
  Espagnol: Intermédiaire

  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

  Your own room in a country house. Tent or sleeping in the caravan possible.

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  Autres infos...

  In your free time, you can go hiking, catch fish or have a chat. Enjoy the time!

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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

  Yes, digital nomads can stay.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Yes, but the road to the house is not so nice.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  Dogs and cats are welcome!

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

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