Experience off-grid life near Oliveira do Hospital, central Portugal

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  Description

  Volunteers wanted from September 29th 🌿
  
  Hi, we’re Marina (originally from Brazil) & Kaegh (half English half Colombian) , based in a quinta in Central Portugal with our dogs and cat — and our first baby on the way! 🐥
  
  We’re looking for independent, hands-on volunteers from September 29th onwards to help us with ongoing projects around the property.
  
  What we’re working on right now:
  
  🌱 Gardening and preparing vegetable beds
  🌳 Pruning trees and plants
  🌿 Strimming and general land maintenance
  🏡 General outdoor improvements and some painting jobs
  
  Kaegh can guide you through the construction and renovation work, but we’re especially looking for people who are proactive, practical, responsible, and happy to get stuck in.
  
  Previous experience is welcome, but you don’t need to be an expert — a willingness to learn and work independently is more important.
  
  In your free time, there’s plenty to enjoy around here: nature, river beaches, small villages, local culture, animals, and countryside life.
  
  If you’re interested in coming from September 29th, send us a message with a little about yourself, your experience, and how long you’d like to stay.
  
  — Marina & Kaegh :)

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Jardinage d'entretien

  Projets DIY créatifs

  Aide dans une ferme

  Aide à la maison

  Petits travaux d'entretien
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Vie en van

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Culture

  

  Ferme

  

  Musique

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Langues

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Jardinage

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Menuiserie

  

  Livres

  

  Art et design

  

  Architecture

  

  Animaux

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Randonnée

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Sports d'équipe

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Camping

  

  Fitness

  

  Nature

  

  Montagne

  

  Danse

  

  Plage
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  We are a multicultural couple: I am Marina, Brazilian, and Kaegh is half English and half Colombian. We speak Portuguese, English, Spanish, and Kaegh also speaks Dutch, and French, and we are always open to learning from different cultures and perspectives.
  
  Kaegh is an architect with extensive experience in construction, woodworking, and off-grid systems. We also have a well-equipped workshop with tools available, offering the chance to learn and experiment with practical building projects.
  
  Marina is a psychoanalyst, specialized in psychosomatic experience, working with the connection between mind, body, and emotional wellbeing. If you’re into the psyche, emotions, trauma, and inner processes, and enjoy open, relaxed conversations, we’ll probably get along really well.
  
  Beyond the practical side, we value shared moments — music, good conversations, movies, and exploring the beautiful nature around us. There is always space for creativity, exchange, and trying new things.

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  Aide

  We are looking for travelers who are independent, motivated, and enjoy hands-on work in a countryside environment.
  
  At the moment, we are focusing on practical projects around our quinta in Central Portugal, and could use help with:
  
  Construction support and renovation tasks (guided by Kaegh)
  
  Gardening and starting our vegetable garden
  
  Compost and chicken area organization
  
  Painting and improving outdoor spaces
  
  Land maintenance and clearing areas
  
  Kitchen extension support and general improvements
  
  General Cleaning & Animal Care
  
  In exchange, you’ll have your comfortable bedroom, access to a shared kitchen and bathroom, and plenty of free time to explore the beautiful surroundings of Central Portugal, with river beaches, nature trails, waterfalls, and small villages nearby.
  
  We usually ask for up to 5 hours of help per day, Monday to Friday, with weekends free. Depending on the type of task and weather, the schedule can be flexible.
  
  We provide you with breakfast and lunch.
  
  If you are proactive, responsible, and enjoy learning by doing, you’ll feel at home here. We value people who bring their own energy, ideas, and willingness to be part of a real, evolving project.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Français: Courant
  Hollandais: Courant
  Portugais: Courant

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  Hébergement

  We offer a lovely and comfortable bedroom for volunteers (private or shared with another traveler, depending on availability), access to a fully equipped kitchen, and a shared bathroom with a bathtub and hot water.
  
  The house is set in a peaceful quinta in Central Portugal, surrounded by nature, with beautiful mountain views right from the property. It’s a calm and grounding space, perfect for resting after a day of helping or exploring.
  
  Accommodation perks:
  You’ll be living in a quiet countryside environment with direct access to hiking trails starting from the property itself. The area is ideal for nature lovers, with endless walks, fresh air, and a true slow-living atmosphere.
  
  It’s a simple, comfortable, and nature-connected home where you can truly disconnect and enjoy the rhythm of the countryside.

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  Autres infos...

  There are plenty of local community activities nearby such as yoga, small gatherings, parties, ecstatic dance, markets, and other occasional local events. The region is also full of natural beauty, with rivers, mountains, and hiking trails.
  
  In your time off, you can:
  
  Relax in your room or in the peaceful outdoor areas of the quinta
  Hike directly from the property through surrounding nature and trails
  Visit nearby river beaches for a swim and a slow afternoon by the water
  Explore small traditional villages and local markets in the region
  Enjoy quiet time in nature, reading, resting, or simply disconnecting

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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

  We have a good WIFI connection and lots of spaces that can be used for working remotely.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Arriving by car or van is ideal. If you’re coming by train or bus, we can arrange a pick up.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

  

  Woody

  

  Kaya

  

  Mimi

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