Friendly conversations and sharing skills while improving our Quinta in Algarve, Spain

Infos

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  Description

  Our Story: We’re Michelle & Tony and have been restoring an old Quinta in the Algarve since 2019. The house is now complete and we’re preparing the property for long-term tenants from the end of February. Our focus for February is on gardens, outdoor areas, and a few practical finishing touches.
  
  What We’re Working On: This is a short, clearly defined project (1–20 February). Work is mostly practical and hands-on:
  Typical tasks include:
  Weeding and tidying garden beds
  Preparing lawn areas (clearing, raking, basic prep)
  Orchard tidy-up
  Trimming and shaping shrubs and trees
  Using basic garden tools such as a blower, strimmer, and lawn mower
  Moving, stacking, and tidying log piles
  Light painting (low walls, touch-ups only)
  General outdoor clean-up and organisation
  
  If you have relevant experience, there may also be:
  Basic handyman tasks
  Helping prepare the pool and jacuzzi
  Finishing touches in the outdoor kitchen/bar area
  
  Inside the house, tasks may include:
  Adjusting or shortening curtains
  Light interior touch-up painting
  Boxing, tidying, and organising items
  
  No major construction — this is about cleaning, tidying, preparing, and finishing. Applicants should be comfortable using basic garden tools (blower, strimmer, lawn mower) and doing physical outdoor work.
  
  What are we looking for: We’re ideally looking for a couple who:
  Enjoy working outdoors
  Are practical, reliable, and self-directed
  Have some basic DIY / maintenance confidence
  Are comfortable around animals (we have a friendly dog and several cats)
  Experience with gardens, pools, or general maintenance is a big plus, but enthusiasm and a good work ethic matter most.
  
  Ideal for a couple who are independent, practical, and comfortable working without close supervision. You should enjoy outdoor work, basic DIY, and keeping things clean and organised. This is best suited to people who are happy self-catering, respectful of shared spaces, and looking for a short, focused stay rather than a social or hosted experience. Experience with gardens, pools, or general maintenance is a strong plus.
  
  We are in a rural location, so having your own car is essential. There is no practical public transport nearby, and we’re unable to offer lifts. Applicants must be comfortable being fully independent for transport, shopping, and days off.
  
  
  What We Offer:
  A private en-suite bedroom
  Use of shared facilities
  A calm, respectful, adult environment
  
  Please note: food is not provided, and you’ll need to organise your own meals. We’ve structured it this way to keep expectations clear and fair, given that the work is paid and the hours are limited.
  
  Hours & Payment:
  4 hours per day per person, for the two weeks
  Work is typically scheduled in the morning
  We will pay the Portuguese minimum wage for the hours worked
  
  The rest of the day is entirely your own, giving you time to explore the Algarve, relax, or work on your own projects.
  
  Why You’ll Love It Here: Quinta is peaceful and spacious, with orchards, birdsong, and open skies — yet it’s close to beaches, markets, and lively Algarve towns. February is a lovely time of year: mild weather, bright days, and plenty of sunshine. This is a great opportunity for a couple who enjoys practical work, independence, and a short, focused stay in southern Portugal.

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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

  

  Sports d'aventure

  

  Plage

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Fitness

  

  Danse

  

  Randonnée

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Livres

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Architecture

  

  Menuiserie

  

  Animaux

  

  Écriture

  

  Histoire

  

  Musique

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Films et télé

  

  Bénévolat

  

  Dev. durable
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Cultural exchange at the Quinta is informal and low-key. This is a working household in a rural part of the Algarve, and Workawayers will naturally experience daily life in Portugal through the rhythm of the work, the environment, and the local area.
  
  We’re always happy to share our experience of:
  
  Renovating and maintaining property in Portugal
  
  Living in the Algarve as expats
  
  Navigating local services, trades, and rural life
  
  There’s plenty of opportunity to explore independently. We’re close to local markets, cafés, villages, and beaches, and having your own car makes it easy to experience the Algarve beyond the tourist areas.
  
  Conversation and exchange happen naturally rather than in a hosted or structured way. While we don’t offer shared meals or organised activities, we’re open to friendly conversation, sharing tips, and answering questions when time allows.
  
  Language exchange can happen informally — we’re learning Portuguese and are happy to practice when it comes up, and of course we speak English — but this is optional and not a core part of the stay.
  
  Overall, this is best suited to people who enjoy independence, practical work, and learning through doing, rather than a social or retreat-style experience.

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  L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

  Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

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  Aide

  The Kind of Help We Need
  
  Most of the work we need help with is practical, hands-on preparation as we finish getting the Quinta ready for long-term tenants.
  
  Outdoor Work
  Weeding and tidying garden beds
  Preparing lawn areas (clearing, raking, basic prep)
  Tidy-up of orchard areas
  Trimming and shaping shrubs and trees
  Using basic garden tools (blower, strimmer, lawn mower)
  Moving, stacking, and tidying log piles
  General garden and grounds clean-up
  
  This is maintenance and preparation, not landscaping design or planting projects. We plan to do any planting and lawn installation later in the spring.
  
  General Maintenance & Finishing
  Light painting (low walls, touch-ups only)
  Basic DIY and maintenance tasks
  Helping get the pool and jacuzzi clean and operational
  Small finishing tasks in the outdoor kitchen/bar area
  
  Inside the House
  Adjusting or shortening curtains
  Light interior touch-up painting
  Boxing, sorting, and organising items
  
  How We Work
  You’ll be given a clear task list, but we’re looking for people who are:
  Practical and hands-on
  Comfortable working independently
  Able to use basic tools confidently
  
  This is not a beginner role, but it also does not require specialist trade qualifications — solid practical experience, common sense, and reliability are key.
  
  Animals
  Animal lovers will feel comfortable here — we share the Quinta with a friendly dog and several cats, who are part of everyday life.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Portugais: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  Workawayers will stay in a private downstairs en-suite bedroom located at the back of the main house. The room has its own full bathroom and offers a quiet, comfortable place to relax after work.
  
  Please note that this room does not have a private kitchen, so you’ll be sharing the main house kitchen for meal preparation. As outlined elsewhere in the profile, food is not provided, and guests are expected to organise their own meals.
  
  You’re welcome to enjoy the shared outdoor spaces, including the gardens and pool area, and to make use of the common areas respectfully. The overall atmosphere here is calm, adult, and low-key — friendly but not hosted.
  
  This is a working household preparing for long-term tenants, rather than a guesthouse or retreat environment. We’re focused on practical tasks during this period and keeping things simple and well-organised.
  
  We share the Quinta with a friendly dog and several rescue cats, who are part of daily life. The animals are not allowed in guest bedrooms, the kitchen, or the dining room.

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  Autres infos...

  Free Time & Local Area
  In your free time, you can explore the Algarve at your own pace. We’re close to Loulé, Almancil, Quarteira, and Vilamoura, with access to markets, cafés, beaches, coastal walks, and traditional villages. February is a lovely time of year for being outdoors.
  
  Transport
  Public transport in the immediate area is limited and not practical for daily needs, so having your own car is essential. We’re unable to offer lifts or transport support.
  
  There are local buses connecting nearby towns including Loulé, Almancil, Quarteira, and Vilamoura. Loulé train station is around 5 minutes away by car and offers rail connections across Portugal, including to Lisbon. From Faro, there are also train connections to Seville, and we’re approximately 30 minutes from the Spanish border by car.
  
  This setup suits Workawayers who are fully independent.
  
  House Guidelines
  No smoking indoors
  Bedrooms, kitchen, and dining room are animal-free zones
  Please be considerate with shared spaces
  Respect the calm, adult atmosphere of the house
  Food is not provided; guests organise their own meals

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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

  Digital Nomads We welcome digital nomads who want to combine remote work with hands-on outdoor projects. The annexe has reliable Wi-Fi, a quiet space to work, and plenty of natural light. Most of the help we need is practical and outdoors, so you’ll need to balance screen time with physical work. Tasks are usually scheduled in the mornings when it’s cooler, leaving afternoons and evenings free for remote work or exploring. This is a good fit if you’re looking for a base in the Algarve where you can contribute your skills while also keeping up with your professional projects.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Campervans & Motorhomes We’re happy to host Workawayers travelling in their own campervan or motorhome. There is space on the property for parking, with access to shared outdoor areas. Please note that this is not a campsite. We can provide basic access to electricity and water, but facilities are limited and guests should be fully self-contained and independent. This option is best suited to people who are comfortable organising their own meals, transport, and downtime, and who are looking for a short, practical stay rather than a hosted or social experience.

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