Welcoming skilled and handy volunteers to help with gardening and DIY projects in the beautiful Eastern Algarve, Portugal

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  Description

  Over 30 years ago (right after school), I arrived in the Eastern part of the Algarve as a very young woman and fell in love with the country, the culture, the people, the scenic surroundings with its impressive coast line, and of course the wonderful climate. So I just stayed, having nothing at first, except my dreams. From the very beginning, I lived an unconventional, always self-reliant and independent life as a single woman. I got the chance to build my first house on my own in my early 20s, and started my business right at the same time. But illness and strokes of fate can hit anyone, and it hit me hard too just a while ago.
  Now I need help, because this time I can't do it alone.
  For this, I am hoping for and would be incredibly happy to get a fair amount of women's power! Women who see their passion or profession in crafts and working outdoors, like gardening (e. g. create a vegetable patch), some minor building work, a few home improvements, and a new coat of paint here and there! Of course, men are welcome too! :-D But as a modern, independent woman in her late 40s, I think it would be even more interesting to host other skilled women who want to do something new and want to share some company…
  It would be fantastic if you have already some experience as an all-rounder or even have training as a craftsperson such as a carpenter, gardener, mason or painter.
  
  Of course, it is quieter with me than with other hosts who have a whole group of volunteers with them. I can only accommodate one or two volunteers (as a couple) at a time.
  But I'm sure there are also people (maybe more introverted, like myself) who prefer exactly this: the peace and quiet and freedom of working alone and even enjoying some ME time!
  Sometimes we will work together, sometimes alone, depending on my health/fitness and the tasks. Since I fell ill, I can unfortunately no longer do much physical work myself, or I tire quickly, and need time for myself.
  So you should be able to do things on your own and be responsible, according to the plan we make beforehand.
  Most of the time we will not share meals together. You will be staying in a cozy little apartment with your own kitchen and fridge for self-catering (see below).
  I speak English, German and Portuguese and understand some basic spanish.
  I am an honest, warm-hearted and free minded person, but rather introverted and quiet. I like good and deep conversations, but also fool around now and then - it would be so nice to laugh again after some really heavy years, because I love to laugh!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  LGBT+

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Musique

  

  Photographie

  

  Écriture

  

  Langues

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Livres

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Randonnée

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Nature
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  I can teach you the Portuguese language and can tell you about life in Portugal, portuguese culture and people etc.
  Here you can destress from your own past and get inspired to do something new.

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  Aide

  I need help with
  * gardening, e. g. create a vegetable patch
  * painting tasks (most outdoors)
  * renovating tasks around the house and some DIY home improvements
  * building a small chicken coop (I have been dreaming of a chicken coop and eggs from happy hens for so long! ;)
  * cleaning & general maintenance
  
  I kindly ask you to work 25 hours a week. Whether you help 5 hours a day on 5 days per week, or you prefer to help 3 to 4 hours a day on 6 or 7 days a week, is up to you - but it is important to communicate with me :-) and stick to the plan and working times that we make for the next day.
  I don't make long term commitments (usually 1 to 2 weeks). I would do long term commitments of 1 to 3 months, if you are a trained or experienced crafts person with good skills as all rounders. Depending on your skills/trainings you would benefit from special conditions (less hours or some payment) that we can talk through.
  
  I prefer people older than 27 years, who already have some work and life experience. People must be responsible and respectful with the tasks and living area as well as tools/working material.

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  Langues

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

  You will be staying in a small apartment of 30 sm. It is simple but really cozy and well equipped for self catering. You can come alone or eventually as a couple. There is a bedroom with a 140cm X 200cm bed, a small kitchen and a bathroom. Outside there is a small garden, a cozy private terrace just for yourself and even a little pool that you can use in your free time. Hammock provided, for after work ;-)
  So you will certainly be happy about the accommodation and can chill and enjoy your free time in this private hideaway.
  
  I will provide you with ingredients for your breakfast and one meal per day.
  
  I can also take you to the supermarket by car, twice a week, if you want to, or I bring you some groceries.
  
  Please note:
  - No smoking inside the house and property please
  - No room for other cars or campervans
  - Not suitable for "Digital nomads" (Internet available, but often weak or unstable)

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  Autres infos...

  The small property lies quietly in a rural country side between orange groves and vineyards, yet only 3 km from the sea, in the Eastern Algarve (check out on youtube - RIA FORMOSA NATURAL PARK).
  The airport of Faro is only 30 minutes drive from the house.
  The nearest village is just 2km away from the house, with a small grocery store, 2 or 3 market stalls, as well as a few cafés/bars. So there is everything you need, in walking distance.
  However, if you want to be more independent, you can rent a bike in the next town.
  If possible, I can also give you a ride to the station (the next station is only 3km from the house) and pick you up again, if you want to go somewhere to explore, on your free day.

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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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