Join our young family building a sustainable life in the forest in Luncoiu de Jos, Romania

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  Description

  About us
  We are a young family of four living in Romania, with two children (ages 4 and 9). About two years ago, we started a life transition project by moving to a property in the forest, with the goal of building a more sustainable and intentional lifestyle.
  We are at the beginning of this journey and actively learning by doing — experimenting with regenerative agriculture, permaculture principles, and biointensive gardening. Our vision is to gradually create a self-sufficient system that works in harmony with nature.
  Our place is quiet, surrounded by forest, and offers a simple, grounded lifestyle close to nature.
  What we’re working on
  There are always a variety of hands-on projects depending on the season. Some of the main activities include:
  Preparing and maintaining the garden
  Collecting and spreading mulch
  Planting and general garden care
  Building a fence
  Constructing a mobile chicken coop
  Finishing a treehouse for the kids
  Helping with cooking or daily household tasks.
  Building an ecological outdoor toilet. We are also working on building a rainwater harvesting system to support our goal of becoming more self-sufficient and sustainable.
  General help around the homestead
  We try to keep things diverse, so you can experience different types of activities rather than repetitive work.
  Who we’re looking for
  We’re looking for open-minded, proactive people who enjoy nature, simple living, and aren’t afraid of getting their hands dirty. Experience is a plus, but not required — willingness to learn and a positive attitude are much more important.
  This is a great place if you’re interested in:
  Sustainable living
  Permaculture & regenerative practices
  Slowing down and reconnecting with nature
  Experiencing family life and homeschooling dynamics
  What you can expect
  In exchange for your help, we offer:
  A peaceful environment in nature
  A chance to learn and practice sustainable living skills
  Shared meals and cultural exchange
  A warm, family-oriented atmosphere
  We value connection, meaningful conversations, and creating a supportive environment for everyone involved.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Projets artistiques

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Baby-sitting et jeux créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Vie en van

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Ferme

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Musique

  

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  Jardinage

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Astronomie

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée

  

  Montagne

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Camping
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Our place is located in a historic “Golden Quadrangle” region, known for its rich deposits of gold and minerals. While there is no active exploitation today, you can explore this heritage through nearby museums and local stories.
  The surroundings are truly magical — a mix of forest, meadows, and fruit trees. Depending on the season, you can enjoy fresh fruits and even go mushroom foraging in the forest, which is both a rewarding and memorable experience.
  For those who enjoy outdoor activities, there are beautiful trails nearby that are great for mountain biking, especially during the dry season.
  Cultural exchange here is simple and authentic: sharing meals, cooking together over the fire pit, spending evenings around the fire, and sometimes playing music together. We value these moments of connection, where stories, skills, and experiences are naturally exchanged.

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  Aide

  We are looking for help with a variety of hands-on, practical tasks around our homestead, depending on the season and ongoing projects.
  Most of the help is outdoors and may include:
  Preparing and maintaining the garden (planting, weeding, watering)
  Collecting, moving, and spreading mulch
  Supporting our biointensive and permaculture garden
  Expanding the biodiversity of our land by planting and caring for a variety of fruit trees and other useful plants
  Building projects such as fencing, a mobile chicken coop, or small wooden structures (like a treehouse)
  There are also lighter, indoor or shared activities such as:
  Helping with cooking or meal preparation
  General help around the household and yard
  We usually work together and try to keep a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Tasks are varied, so you won’t be doing the same thing every day, and you’ll have the chance to learn different skills along the way.
  No advanced skills are required, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and comfort with physical work are important.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Allemand: Courant
  Anglais: Courant
  Romanian: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  I'm interested in learning any language or improving the existing ones
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  Hébergement

  Depending on your preference, you can sleep inside the house in the living room, with access to a shared bathroom, kitchen, and all basic utilities (including stove, freezer, and kitchen appliances). We also have some musical instruments that you’re welcome to use.
  Alternatively, if you prefer more privacy or a closer connection to nature, you can stay in your own caravan or in a caravan available nearby.
  Once completed, you will also have the option to sleep in our treehouse — a unique and cozy experience surrounded by nature.

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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

  Internet connection is pretty good, based on Starlink satellites.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  The road is only accessible when is dry.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  The ones which blends beautifully in, they have to harmonize with the surroundings. I also have two cats and one female dog.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  

  Sparkle and Bubble

  

  Coco and Cocutsa

  

  Jessica and Luna

  

  Puf

  Our lovely rabbit

  

  Lutsa and Titsa

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