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***UPDATE 2025***
Please do not apply unless you match one of the the positions listed below.
1) Chef : July & August 2025
Looking for someone who can cook for up to 25 persons.
We host a shared dinner in our bar/restaurant 6 days a week (Sundays are off).
You will be working on your own. You must be independant/autonomous, very organised and have some experience in a similar position.
In the previous years, we used to offer a main course only. No specific skills needed in baking/desserts.
***Thank you for your interest.***
Hello, Olá, Salut!
I'm Julien, the owner of this open-air hotel and rural camping.
I come from Paris, France, where I used to live until I decided it wasn’t fun enough.
On November 2010, I took the road to Portugal, driving my old German ambulance with the dream to build a small haven nestled in nature to host worldwide travellers and guests.
I bought this land more than 10 years ago now. It is 5Ha and we are located just 3km away from the medieval village of Penela and 25km away from Coimbra, the former capital of Portugal.
*Please do note that our site can be considered as pretty remote if you do not have your own vehicle.
The closest shop to do basic grocery shopping is 2km away on dirt tracks. Bigger supermarkets like Lidl or Continente are 15km away ( in Condeixa-a-Nova).
You cannot access our site with public transportation. You would have to walk 3km, or take a cab, or we can pick you up from the local bus station in Penela when you arrive.
There are only few buses running from Penela, mainly during week days. They go to surrounding villages, to Condeixa-a-Nova and to Coimbra.
The nearest train station is in Coimbra.
The nearest airport would be in Porto or Lisbon (+/- 2 hours driving from here).
Our business is divided into two main activities:
- Our traditional Nature Camping : guests bring with their own gear (tent, caravan, vans, motor home) to stay with us in designated areas with pitches. We welcome our camping guests all year long.
- Our Open-Air Hotel : we have 11 accommodations units spread around our land (including bells tents, lodges, an A-frame, a tiny house and guests houses). Some units have private bathroom and kitchen, some don't and use the shared facilities listed below. This glamping activity is mainly running from April to October.
Besides the accommodations units, here is a list of our shared facilities:
We have one building for the bathroom facilities, an outdoor kitchen for the guests to cook, a bar open all day long during the high season where our guests can come for breakfast, coffee, snacks and dinner, and an infinity pool. We have high-speed WIFI around the bar/pool area.
We also have a chicken paddock, a field with goats, a green house, a vegetable garden and a dog.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Aide avec des éco-projets
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
Aide dans une ferme
Aide à la maison
Entretien général
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
I'll be happy to share some of my experiences and travel tips with you and to listen to yours.
I am also always eager to learn new things/facts/skills, and I will be happy to teach you things that could be useful to you.
Besides, you might get the chance to exchange with some of our international guests and/or your co-workers, which can be very interesting and rewarding if you are curious about others' cultures.
During your free time, you can also experience the life of authentic Portuguese villages in Central Portugal. In short, there is always something to learn from someone and somewhere, and you will do it in a very beautiful and peaceful environment.L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum
Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.
Aide
We can divide our year into two periods:
- From November to May, it is the low season.
We need to fix everything that needs to be fixed after the high season, we need to maintain our land, and we work on new projects. Most of the time, we need manual skills during that time of the year.
We work a lot with wood (wooden decks, wooden stairs, wooden fences, wooden furniture's), so we are always happy to host a skilled woodworker. Besides, at times we need handy persons/gardeners to help us with painting, electricity, building garden stairs, fixing fences, pruning trees -we have many olive trees!, chopping and shredding wood, brush cutting etc.).
- From May to October, it is the high season with a very busy peak in July and August.
During that time of the year, the work is very much customer-oriented. We dedicated all our time and energy to make their stay the best one ever. It includes perfectly clean facilities and accommodations. This is when we need highly professional cleaners to join our team.
Some years, with might need a chef to cook dinner for our guests or a barista to stay behind the bar and serve our guests hanging out by the pool during the day.
We provide free accommodation and pay at least the minimum wage according to the Portuguese regulations. Helpers are responsible for their own food expenses.
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Courant
Portugais: CourantCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
The most used language here is English, then a lot of the guests are from the Netherlands, Germany, France and Portugal.
Hébergement
You are hosted in a vintage caravan. You will be provided with warm duvets if you don't have a sleeping bag in your backpack, and an electric heater during the cold months. You have access to the shared bathroom facilities with permanent hot water. It is the same building that our guests use.
Autres infos...
We are located 3km away from the medieval village of Penela, in Central Portugal.
Here is a non exhaustive list of activities you can do during your time off:
- Local markets for an authentic Portuguese experience (every Thursday morning in Penela).
- Hiking around (the GR26 hiking trail passing through our site!) or mountain biking.
- Wine testing "Terras da Sicó" (3km away).
- Spa retreat: jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish baths, pools, and massages (4km away).
- Tree climbing (6km away).
- Natural pool and waterfalls: Fragas de São Simão, Praia Fluvial da Louçainha (8 to 20km away).
- Visit the most preserved Roman ruins in Portugal: Conímbriga (13km away).
- Explore schist villages like Talasnal (30km away).
- Visit Coimbra, the former capital of Portugal, famous for its universities and Fado (30km away).
- Surf spots/ beach in Figueira da Foz (60km away).
- Visit Tomar and its Convent of Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (60km away).
We are also happy to share with you some of our best recommendations to eat out.
Please note that most of the activities listed above are not reachable with public transportation.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
Yes you can work online as a digital nomade from my place. We have high-speed WIFI around the bar/pool area.
Espace pour garer des vans
We have plenty of space for you to park and live here in your own campervan.
Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
Cet hôte a dit qu’il acceptait les personnes voyageant avec un animal.
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N° de référence hôte : 918416734122
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13 mars 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Philipp) pour l'hôte
Wow, thank you Julien for these three weeks. You gave me good work, good accommodation and recommended great things like hiking spots and places to eat. And you did this even after I'd already left. I had fun, even though the weather was quite changeable. You have a great project there.
12 mars 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Philipp)
Philipp was at here for 3 weeks and we managed to work nearly full time, for an average of 5 hours per day. We achieved quite a lot, we did plenty of wood work, painting, electricity, concrete etc…
Philipp is super positive and happy guy, curious about things and people. He likes to do his best and that’s of great value.
Thanks for your stay,… read more
Philipp is super positive and happy guy, curious about things and people. He likes to do his best and that’s of great value.
Thanks for your stay,… read more
(Excellent
)
20 janv. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gloria)
As part of our working team, Gloria was unfortunately not a good match for our activity. With many years of experience hosting volunteers through Workaway, Gloria might have just been slower and less dynamic than what we are used to. We were still doing 1/3 of her daily tasks to lighten her workload. And yet, last summer was not as busy as it can… read more
(Bien
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2 août 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Gloria) pour l'hôte
I worked as a housekeeper for 6 weeks from mid-June til July, expecting a reasonable workload and a supportive environment. I was trained by Fanny (friend of Julien), and I quickly found myself handling all cleaning tasks alone, including common areas: bathrooms, outdoor kitchen, bar terrace, laundry and tents (at that moment 4+2 cabinets), in… read more
1 nov. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Leah85) pour l'hôte
I spent five great days with Julien, Sveta and the sweet Banana (dog). during this time we harvested the olives and cut the trees. Working with Sveta and Alfonso (a friend) was very fun and the work too.
Julien is a very good host. He let me feel at home from the beginning. It was also very interesting to hear his experiences about living in… read more
Julien is a very good host. He let me feel at home from the beginning. It was also very interesting to hear his experiences about living in… read more
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Échange culturel:
(4.7)
Communication:
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13 mars 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Philipp) pour l'hôte
Wow, thank you Julien for these three weeks. You gave me good work, good accommodation and recommended great things like hiking spots and places to eat. And you did this even after I'd already left. I had fun, even though the weather was quite changeable. You have a great project there.
12 mars 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Philipp)
Philipp was at here for 3 weeks and we managed to work nearly full time, for an average of 5 hours per day. We achieved quite a lot, we did plenty of wood work, painting, electricity, concrete etc…
Philipp is super positive and happy guy, curious about things and people. He likes to do his best and that’s of great value.
Thanks for your stay,… read more
Philipp is super positive and happy guy, curious about things and people. He likes to do his best and that’s of great value.
Thanks for your stay,… read more
(Excellent)
20 janv. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gloria)
As part of our working team, Gloria was unfortunately not a good match for our activity. With many years of experience hosting volunteers through Workaway, Gloria might have just been slower and less dynamic than what we are used to. We were still doing 1/3 of her daily tasks to lighten her workload. And yet, last summer was not as busy as it can… read more
(Bien)
2 août 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Gloria) pour l'hôte
I worked as a housekeeper for 6 weeks from mid-June til July, expecting a reasonable workload and a supportive environment. I was trained by Fanny (friend of Julien), and I quickly found myself handling all cleaning tasks alone, including common areas: bathrooms, outdoor kitchen, bar terrace, laundry and tents (at that moment 4+2 cabinets), in… read more
1 nov. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Leah85) pour l'hôte
I spent five great days with Julien, Sveta and the sweet Banana (dog). during this time we harvested the olives and cut the trees. Working with Sveta and Alfonso (a friend) was very fun and the work too.
Julien is a very good host. He let me feel at home from the beginning. It was also very interesting to hear his experiences about living in… read more
Julien is a very good host. He let me feel at home from the beginning. It was also very interesting to hear his experiences about living in… read more
7 mai 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vanessa)
It was great hosting Vanessa for a while, a good 4 months in total.
Vanessa is very responsible, super handy with good work ethics.
She is strong and has plenty energy with good ideas.
On top if it all, a well built head!
Vanessa is very responsible, super handy with good work ethics.
She is strong and has plenty energy with good ideas.
On top if it all, a well built head!
(Excellent)
7 janv. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maximilian)
Max is a happy and smart and curious guy. He's happy to share about his experiences, happy to hear about mine, happy to learn, very good work ethics. Max was excited about cooking and experimenting new dishes and it came out really good!
I definitely recommend Max, he's very good help, he'll bring joy and freshness to your place.
I definitely recommend Max, he's very good help, he'll bring joy and freshness to your place.
(Excellent)
2 janv. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Maximilian) pour l'hôte
I very much enjoyed my time here. I stayed for about a month in the off season and had most of the place to myself. The accommodation was in a small house but when I asked if I could move into a campervan it was no problem at all and I could pick where I wanted to go.
The work was cool, mostly outside and not too hard, a good opportunity to learn… read more
The work was cool, mostly outside and not too hard, a good opportunity to learn… read more
27 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Timo & Janina)
Timo and Janina are very responsible people, they listen well, they're very serious in the way they do things. They house-sat my place for 3 weeks while I was away, and I could relax and forget about my place knowing that they were in charge.
We also worked together before I left for holidays, and after my return, and again, great helpers! Always… read more
We also worked together before I left for holidays, and after my return, and again, great helpers! Always… read more
(Excellent)
14 nov. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Timo & Janina) pour l'hôte
it is a real paradise here! The views and the land is amazing and stunning! We stayed in a campervan (we could have stayed in the house as well) and it was super nice to have our own space :) We stayed with Julian for a bit more than a week together and then he left for holidays and we housesitted his place for 3 weeks! The Time we stayed together… read more
22 sept. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nicole)
Nicole is great help, she is very committed to her tasks, she asked how she could help whenever she was done with her job. She’s really nice company, always smily, a good cook and super sociable. A brilliant helper!
I’ll definitely host her again. Thanks.
I’ll definitely host her again. Thanks.
(Excellent)
4 sept. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Nicole) pour l'hôte
I spent 14 days at Julien’s place in July and I had a great time there. All the other people who worked there were also really nice and we got along very well. I also enjoyed having many nice talks with the guests.
I stayed in the house with one other girl. The house is basic, but I had everything I need. There is also a terrace which belongs to… read more
I stayed in the house with one other girl. The house is basic, but I had everything I need. There is also a terrace which belongs to… read more
23 août 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Chris)
Chris was here for nearly two months and he became an amazing helper as he understood the place, the activity and myself better every day. Very autonomous in his work, Chris would identify himself what to be done and find solutions to do it with what was laying around. Super handy man!
Very polite, smooth and good fun, easy going and low… read more
Very polite, smooth and good fun, easy going and low… read more
(Excellent)
21 août 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Chris) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Julian for almost 2 months and had a great time! Julian is very nice & we got on well. I enjoyed the work and learnt alot about carpentary work & gardening. I enjoyed having the opportunity to try new things as well as the trust & creative freedom to start my own projects & come up with my own ideas about what could be improved.… read more
9 août 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Membre Workaway)
I hosted Margon for one month or so, and she is extremely serious when it comes to work and communication. She would find out by herself what had to be done, and she would do it with love and respect. There are only very few people that are so helpful to have around. And Margon Can cook!
I highly recommend her to any host, really!
I highly recommend her to any host, really!
(Excellent)
7 juin 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Membre Workaway) pour l'hôte
The place is magical in May, because of all the fireflies in the evening.
I felt I had a lot of freedom while working at Julien's place. I could start my work at 7 in the morning until 11 or 12 o'clock. The work I did was mainly collecting the cut grass and bringing it to the compost heap, bringing pruned branches to the goats and weeding in and… read more
I felt I had a lot of freedom while working at Julien's place. I could start my work at 7 in the morning until 11 or 12 o'clock. The work I did was mainly collecting the cut grass and bringing it to the compost heap, bringing pruned branches to the goats and weeding in and… read more
25 mai 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Mónica) pour l'hôte
I was 20 days in April. The place is so peaceful, calm and lovely!
Julien is a very kind person, helpful and so flexible. Thanks Julien for this great experience!
I hope see you again!!
Julien is a very kind person, helpful and so flexible. Thanks Julien for this great experience!
I hope see you again!!
7 mai 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Zigurds & Karina) pour l'hôte
This was my first workaway experience trough workaway.info and I was great.
I spent about 3 weeks and enjoyed it very much- the food, the walks and talks with Workawayers and everyone who came by.
Julien is very easy going and easy to work and be with. He is a smart guy with a lot of knowledge on many topics and one can learn a lot from him how… read more
I spent about 3 weeks and enjoyed it very much- the food, the walks and talks with Workawayers and everyone who came by.
Julien is very easy going and easy to work and be with. He is a smart guy with a lot of knowledge on many topics and one can learn a lot from him how… read more
2 mars 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Camille & Pauline) pour l'hôte
We had a great time !
This place and its surroundings are wonderful. The initial 2 weeks stay turned into a 6 weeks one as we enjoyed the place so much. We had our own little house with a warm stove for the cold winter nights. We were involved into various tasks (cooking meals / construction/ gardening / goat feeding and many more). Julien is… read more
This place and its surroundings are wonderful. The initial 2 weeks stay turned into a 6 weeks one as we enjoyed the place so much. We had our own little house with a warm stove for the cold winter nights. We were involved into various tasks (cooking meals / construction/ gardening / goat feeding and many more). Julien is… read more
25 févr. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Judith & Andreas) pour l'hôte
We enyoed the stay very much. There where warm showers and good facilities, the campingsite was great with a nice view. Work didn't start to early and we had a great time with Julien and the other volunteers during work, cooking and free time.
Thank you Julien for the good stay.
Thank you Julien for the good stay.
23 févr. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Silvia & Ariana) pour l'hôte
Our stay at this beautiful place was our first one in Portugal and it couldn't have been better. The place itself has a very chilled and peaceful vibe as well as Julien himself. He always made sure that we have everything we need and was a very kind host and person, fun to be around with and inspiring as he realized his dream with this glamping… read more
11 janv. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Juri)
Juri is a beautiful person, very responsible, willing to help and to provide his share of work for the exchange. Always ready, with a smile on his face and a good funcionning head. And he is tall and strong! I can only recommend Juri, he is a happy guy taking good care of himself.
Thanks again Juri!
Thanks again Juri!
(Excellent)
17 nov. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Juri) pour l'hôte
I spent a very valuable time in this place. I met open and nice people and it is a beautiful place in nature. Julien is cool and nice, he does a nice thing, thank you.
20 sept. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (César & Tatiane) pour l'hôte
Julien made us feel at home, welcomed us and trusted us all the time.
We believe that Julien's story of building his beautiful place makes him unique and made us want to stay and return.
It was my second workaway experience and the first of Tati. She was thrilled with each goodbye, after all, there were many people who passed by the place during… read more
We believe that Julien's story of building his beautiful place makes him unique and made us want to stay and return.
It was my second workaway experience and the first of Tati. She was thrilled with each goodbye, after all, there were many people who passed by the place during… read more
14 sept. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (César & Tatiane)
Tati And Cesar spent two months at my place And made my Life a lot easier because these two are very serious And responsable.
Tati is queen at keeping the place super clean And tidy, Cesar is calm And serious, he will do his best To do things as you want them to be done. On top of it, they are good fun, always relaxed And they cook amazing dishes… read more
Tati is queen at keeping the place super clean And tidy, Cesar is calm And serious, he will do his best To do things as you want them to be done. On top of it, they are good fun, always relaxed And they cook amazing dishes… read more
(Excellent)
9 août 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Giulia)
This girl is full of beautiful powerful energy that shines all around her! Very great cook, she practice yoga, she sings, she will do what ever job she is asked to do with a smile on her face.
Thank you so much Guilia!
Thank you so much Guilia!
(Excellent)
21 avr. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Giulia) pour l'hôte
Perfect place to be confined!
I stayed at this project for one month and I really loved it. I didn't want to come back to Italy after my previous workaway and he was brave enough to host an Italian girl during coronavirus (believe me, it has been har to find a place)
I've been so lucky: I always wanted a goat as a friend, and 3 baby goats were… read more
I stayed at this project for one month and I really loved it. I didn't want to come back to Italy after my previous workaway and he was brave enough to host an Italian girl during coronavirus (believe me, it has been har to find a place)
I've been so lucky: I always wanted a goat as a friend, and 3 baby goats were… read more
9 août 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Fernando)
Fernando was here in May helping me getting ready for thé touristic season after the quarantaine. Fernando is proper amazing because he observes And eventually notices what needs to be fine, And he does it on his own initiative. And he does with love!
My kitchen was impeccable every evening because he likes to keep it nice, clean And super… read more
My kitchen was impeccable every evening because he likes to keep it nice, clean And super… read more
(Excellent)
15 juil. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Fernando) pour l'hôte
Julien was an amazing host. I was on my first trip and Julien welcomed me very well. I recommend you go to this place on your first trip to Workaway. The space is a farm and camping area at the same time, so quiet, beautiful and inside the hills. It is near the village Penela, where you can walk (2Km) and enjoy the weekends. I worked in the… read more
27 juil. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen & Amy) pour l'hôte
I spent a fantastic month with Julien and several other volunteers. The hotel is a beautiful escape in nature and it is inspiring how much work and dedication Julien has put into the place over the years. My first week was just Julien and myself, and we got along right away. I always felt comfortable asking questions, and I truly appreciate his… read more
19 avr. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Anastasia)
Very sweet woman, she is ready to help around the house and talk on all topics. All the best in your adventures in Portugal Anastasia!
(Excellent)
5 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Anastasia) pour l'hôte
This is a very beautiful and unusual place.
Julien created it with his own hands and it inspires! Everything is done and thought out with great love.
There is a garden, pets and unfaithful species. This place is very suitable for peace and solitude.
Julien makes you feel that you are part of his team, gives you time to adapt and is very… read more
Julien created it with his own hands and it inspires! Everything is done and thought out with great love.
There is a garden, pets and unfaithful species. This place is very suitable for peace and solitude.
Julien makes you feel that you are part of his team, gives you time to adapt and is very… read more
29 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Bernard & Véronique ) pour l'hôte
Nous sommes restés une semaine chez Julien pour garder le site et les animaux pendant ses vacances à Paris. Donc nous n'avons pas eu de travail proprement dit.
Le site est rééllement enchanteur ; beaucoup de balades à pied à faire, il nous a donné les possibilités pour découvrir la région.
Julien nous a fait confiance , il est très ouvert, a… read more
Le site est rééllement enchanteur ; beaucoup de balades à pied à faire, il nous a donné les possibilités pour découvrir la région.
Julien nous a fait confiance , il est très ouvert, a… read more
4 déc. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (JennyRK)
Jenny helped me here in the summer cooking for the many guests we had around the table every evening. And she did an amazing job! She has an artistic approach and it works, it was beautiful and tasty. I’m really pleased I had Jenny’s help, a perfect fit in the project, easy going, easy communication, great contact with the guests and the other… read more
(Excellent)
16 oct. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (JennyRK) pour l'hôte
I stayed one month at Julien’s and what an amazing experience! I met the most amazing people and felt completely at ease in the peaceful surroundings. I cooked for the guests most of the nights and Julien trusted me with the freedom of creativity which luckily paid off most of the nights. I also got to do some photography which made the work a lot… read more
24 nov. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Antonia)
Super quick learner, super polite, great cook! We had many delicious vegetarian meals. Antonia knows plenty and it was really nice working with for hours in the olive trees with her. I highly recommend hosting her, she even plays guitar and sings beautiful.
Best wishes for your adventures!
Best wishes for your adventures!
(Excellent)
20 nov. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Antonia) pour l'hôte
I had an amazing one month stay here around october/ november!
It was rather cold and rainy for that time, but luckily Julien saved me with some boots and waterproof clothes.
He turned me into a kind of professional olive harvester, as this was my work for about 2 1/2 weeks which was a nice outdoor work with tree climbing included. It was cool to… read more
It was rather cold and rainy for that time, but luckily Julien saved me with some boots and waterproof clothes.
He turned me into a kind of professional olive harvester, as this was my work for about 2 1/2 weeks which was a nice outdoor work with tree climbing included. It was cool to… read more
26 sept. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Herman)
I was so extremely lucky to host Herman for 6 weeks. He is a great handy man, he has brilliant communication skills and a killer sense of humour. He managed to renovate an old little caravan of mine and the result is splendid. I enjoyed his company and generosity. Wish you all to host Herman some day, I promise you plenty of good surprises!
(Excellent)
24 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Herman) pour l'hôte
I have spent almost 6 weeks with Julien during July/August 2019. One of the most enjoyable experiences in my life. Juliens open air hotel is situated in an absolute beautiful area of Portugal. Away from main stream tourism very peaceful and quiet area. Julien is still building the hotel and has a lot of ideas. I joined to help with doing DIY type… read more
26 sept. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maxine_)
They’re both very serious and responsible people. They’re great helpers with a perfect sense of communication. I really enjoyed their company as they’re super happy and positive people. I highly recommend anyone to accept their help, they’re good at seeing what needs to be done and they’ll do it well. And big plus for me, they hate waste! They’ll… read more
(Excellent)
22 sept. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Maxine_) pour l'hôte
This is the best place you can imagine for a workaway. It is peaceful and relaxing and you can enjoy the nature and silence. Or you just hang around at the bar, listen to music or chat with other volunteers or guest. You have a very good Balance of working hours and free time. Julien is a very funny and nice guy, who is openminded and relaxed. We… read more
23 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Roschan & Sebastian) pour l'hôte
Working at Juliens was the second Workaway experience for me and Sebastian and we really enjoyed staying on this beautiful campsite for two weeks! Julien made sure we were happy with our accomodation and was in general very easy to talk to and work with. Instructions were clear and if you did a good job he didn‘t hesitate to give you a thumbs up… read more
21 avr. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Irena) pour l'hôte
This amazing place was my first workaway experience , spent 2 and a half weeks there and I loved it! The location is secluded enough to get away from the daily city environment, its silent, peaceful and beautiful. Its close to a little fairytale town with a castle that can be seen from the land (if you take the goats for a walk:). There is always… read more
17 mars 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Clara & Matias)
Clara and Matias were great help and great company here. I fully trusted them because they’re responsible, smart, educated and friendly. All the best to you for your adventures in Europe!
(Excellent)
16 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Clara & Matias) pour l'hôte
We had our first workaway experience with Julien and it couldn’t be better. We stayed with him for 16 days and we didn’t want lo leave there. He is the perfect host you always want to have. Is very kind, with great sense of humor and you can learn a lot from him. He is very hardworking and built an amazing project.It’s literally a “paraiso” in the… read more
4 févr. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Herbert Már & Kristín Gerður) pour l'hôte
We stayed a little over 3 weeks with Julien and it was wonderful.
Julien is super laid back but hard working.
The place is wonderful, surrounded by nature and most of the time no sounds but the wind in the trees and a dogs barking echo across the valley.
We will truly cherish the time we had there.
He is a great host and very understanding and… read more
Julien is super laid back but hard working.
The place is wonderful, surrounded by nature and most of the time no sounds but the wind in the trees and a dogs barking echo across the valley.
We will truly cherish the time we had there.
He is a great host and very understanding and… read more
14 oct. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Sophie) pour l'hôte
This was my first workaway experience and I could not imagine it any better. I was overwhelmed by Juliens land and all his setup, it is beautiful! I stayed for 10 days and I loved the work I did. Every day there was something different to do. I did a lot of gardening work like planting, watering trees or cutting branches. Also I helped Julien… read more
22 mai 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Corne)
I was so lucky Corné stayed at my place for few weeks. He did so much here, and a lot of it I didn't even ask, he just saw it was needed and did it. Corné is a priceless volunteer with a very positive attitude and great sense of silly humour hahaha!
Thanks for all your delicious dishes we had for dinner. BuyADonkey ;)
Thanks for all your delicious dishes we had for dinner. BuyADonkey ;)
(Excellent)
8 mai 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Corne) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Julien for a couple of weeks. All together we were Julien, the 2 cats (courgette and carrot), Yvonne, Jo, Moos the dog and I.
It was a winderful experience, stunning nature, helping Julien with preparing for the touristic season and a couple of other odd jobs. There were enough to do and I never had a boring day.
Julien was… read more
It was a winderful experience, stunning nature, helping Julien with preparing for the touristic season and a couple of other odd jobs. There were enough to do and I never had a boring day.
Julien was… read more
2 mai 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Yvonne) pour l'hôte
I stayed here for 2 weeks. Immediately i liked the place and beautiful views. Its absolutely a stunning place. The open space in everything, the beauty, the art and also luxury. Julien is very funny, smart and easy going. He is a great host. I was there with 2 other dutch volunteers and had a great time. We put up the beautiful bell tents for tge… read more
11 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah was amazing for the whole time she was here. I'm sure she still is, and was before arriving here ;)
She has a lot of energy and power, never afraid of the task, she's built me the best flower bed out of rocks against the wall of my house, I had tried and given up. She decided to give it a go and succeded!
But then comes another giant… read more
She has a lot of energy and power, never afraid of the task, she's built me the best flower bed out of rocks against the wall of my house, I had tried and given up. She decided to give it a go and succeded!
But then comes another giant… read more
(Excellent)
7 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Sarah) pour l'hôte
If you love being surrounded by pristine nature, laughing too hard and experimenting wildly in a beautiful kitchen this will be your ultimate haven. 5 stars doesn't quite cut it.
I spent a little less than a month at Juliens and never wanted to leave. There is always something to do around the land, and everything is connected and so important… read more
I spent a little less than a month at Juliens and never wanted to leave. There is always something to do around the land, and everything is connected and so important… read more
11 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Steffen)
I was lucky to be helped by Steffen. He is full of positive energy, there is always a smile on his face. He helps really and even surprised me doing things I had forgot about. Thanks a lot Steffen!
(Excellent)
6 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Steffen) pour l'hôte
I spent 2 weeks at the end of march/beginning of april at Julien's place. The place is quite and will offer you lots of different views. Its nice to wake up with this in the morning, altough it might be a bit hard early in the morning, as it sometimes (sometimes, not often ;)) can be still cold in march/april. So get yourself ready as fast as… read more
5 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ethan & Melissa)
Ethan and Melissa helped me for a good 3 weeks and achieved plenty! They volunteer really hard, they have a super strict work ethic, they start on time and stop on time, when they work, they don't chill. Very nice and sociable people.
(Très bien)
25 févr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Ethan & Melissa) pour l'hôte
My partner and I stayed here from mid-January to mid-February. During our 3.5 week stay, we cleared brush, helped prepare a site for a future accommodation, dug ditches for water pipes, planted many fruit trees, and so much more. My partner and I were also responsible for cooking both lunch and dinner daily, so come prepared with some recipes in… read more
9 janv. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Leonhard)
Leo is very responsible, reliable and has an excellente wirk ethic! I left him and another two volunteers to take care of my place while I was abroad for Christmas time. They did a good job all together. Thanks Leo! You're welcome back here anytime.
(Excellent)
5 janv. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Leonhard) pour l'hôte
If you are looking for a combination of a friendly, thoughtful host, and a wonderful remote space in nature, you should workaway at this place! I have spend three weeks together with a friendly workawayer couple, it was a perfect way to avoid christmas and new year's hectic. It was my first workaway experience, and I can't imagine how it could… read more
14 déc. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Anarchylla) pour l'hôte
I spent about 8 days in Julien's beautiful land.
I was very happy to get so much freedom to decide when I should start and finish to work, how well my tasks have to be done, to explore a cute Penela's village (with impressive Christmas market in this period). Also it was interesting to meet and work with other volunteers. All the time was… read more
I was very happy to get so much freedom to decide when I should start and finish to work, how well my tasks have to be done, to explore a cute Penela's village (with impressive Christmas market in this period). Also it was interesting to meet and work with other volunteers. All the time was… read more
10 déc. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Anarchylla)
Gaja is full of'energy and she knows how to use it well. I showed her some works I'd like to be done on the land and left her to organize herself. She did very well, she gives attention to details, she has the patience to achieve the tasks with care and love.
Thanks a lot Gaja! I wish you all the best in your adventures, I'm going to enjoy a big… read more
Thanks a lot Gaja! I wish you all the best in your adventures, I'm going to enjoy a big… read more
(Excellent)
16 sept. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Angela) pour l'hôte
It was my first workaway experience, and it was even better than i expected. Julien picked me up in Penela, and i immediately knew that i arrived home. I got the little caravan from the 1960s and i fell in love with it (took like 50 pictures of it, from different kind of angles, haha).
My work contained daily tasks, such as feeding the chickens,… read more
My work contained daily tasks, such as feeding the chickens,… read more
3 sept. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Rachel) pour l'hôte
Looking to volunteer in a picturesque enviroment, meet cool guests from all over the world, and work for a nice laid back guy? Stop your search because you've found the perfect place! The work here is varied and there's always something needing done so being bored is out of the question- even when I was working i always felt so lucky to be working… read more
15 août 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alina)
Alina arrived all to my place walking wuth her backpack with no help, it was a good first impression! And then she happenned to be calm, careful and respectful. It was easy to work with her, she learns quick and she's very reliable. Alina, you're welcome back here anytime!
(Excellent)
5 août 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Alina) pour l'hôte
I stayed 3 beautiful weeks at juliens place. The work was every day diffrent and I could learn a lot of new things.
I hope that I can come back one day to see how the place changed.
I miss the hulla hoop!
Thank you julien for the nice workaway expierence.
I hope that I can come back one day to see how the place changed.
I miss the hulla hoop!
Thank you julien for the nice workaway expierence.
25 juin 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Agnieszka)
Aga is very serious when it comes to work, she did a great job on my rental descriptions, in my vegetable garden that now looks like a vegetable garden again, and in the evening she would turn some of the fresh veggies into a delicious curry or stew or... dinner!
Aga is very independant, not demanding at all and she would always ask for anything… read more
Aga is very independant, not demanding at all and she would always ask for anything… read more
(Excellent)
23 juin 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Agnieszka) pour l'hôte
Volunteering at Juliens place was the most wonderful experience. I initially came for just one week, but stayed for five! The tasks were very varied and it was never boring. I especially enjoyed working in the garden and taking care of the chickens. And even though some of the work was really physically demanding, like digging a trench, everything… read more
25 juin 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (meickl)
Michael is great compagny because he is really good at being happy! He wants to learn and he does it with joy. He is very talkative and creative. And on top of it, he loves to do things perfectly! It was so nice to have Mitch around because I could see (and hear) how much he was enjoying his time at my place.
The vegetable garden was barely… read more
The vegetable garden was barely… read more
(Excellent)
23 juin 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (meickl) pour l'hôte
How to describe this amaaaaazing experience at Julien's beautiful paradise? Let's try it like this: Originally my girlfriend Agnieszka and I agreed to volunteer for one week but we ended up staying here for more than five weeks ;-) The last few days we were staying as guests in order to have more time to enjoy the place to its fullest. I loved it… read more
23 avr. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Julia & Maria)
Julia and Maria are incredible, full of life! Also happily chatting and laughing and super keen to learn and help as much as possible. It was a true joy having them around. You'll welcome back here anytime, thanks a lot for help and for your beautiful vibes!
(Excellent)
21 avr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Julia & Maria) pour l'hôte
Thank you Julien for an amazing week! This is a very special place and we loved spending our Eastern brake there. We helped cleaning the garden, watering the baby trees, opening a path to drain the water... We even learned how to make cement! Julien also took us and two other workawayers to a BEAUTIFUL natural pool nearby. Besides all the peace… read more
18 avr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Lena-Marie) pour l'hôte
Julien is a very nice and friendly person. He is a really hard working man! the project and the landscape is great! Sometimes we had missunderstandings because of the lenguage. But he do a lot that the Volunteers feel well and welcome! This is a save place for female travellers :)
Thank you very much for the experience Julien! Wish you the best… read more
Thank you very much for the experience Julien! Wish you the best… read more
17 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Fergus )
I won't forget Fergus anytime soon. He's achieved so many projects here, he is full of energy!!! And happy! A great cook and amazing compagny. See you again soon
(Excellent)
13 mars 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Fergus ) pour l'hôte
Sorry this took so long Julien!! I had an amazing 8 weeks spent at Juliens, he was a brilliant host, generous and fun! The work was varied, and there was always a choice of things to do. The project itself is fascinating, and it was great to be able to help with something so unique in such a beautiful place. Hopefully be coming back at some point… read more
5 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Florian)
Pauline and Florian were brilliant volunteers and worked perfectly as a team. She has the motivation and energy to lead the forces and Florian loves nicely finished achievements. They made km of paths and steps with the spade, their new best friend, then covered them all in tons of gravels.
They are true hardworkers, thanks again Pauline and… read more
They are true hardworkers, thanks again Pauline and… read more
(Excellent)
2 mars 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Florian) pour l'hôte
Somehow our feedbacks don't appear together but I spent 4 weeks there together with Pauline and I enjoyed my time there aswell. Julien is a great host and you will feel like a part of his project.
4 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marinella)
Marinella worked hard and with a smile on her face. And she cooks amazing Italian dishes which she can tell you all secrets about.
Thanks Marinella!
Thanks Marinella!
(Excellent)
9 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Marinella) pour l'hôte
My first workaway experience and it was beautiful! I spent a month here doing different kind of outside and physical works, sharing unforgettable moments with other volonteers and Julien. The work is easy and nice. I learned so much thanks to Julien! The place is amazing and offer the possibility to go for enjoyable walks and to do relaxing… read more
4 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Amanda Pauline)
Pauline and Florian were brilliant volunteers and worked perfectly as a team. She has the motivation and energy to lead the forces and Florian loves nicely finished achievements. They made km of paths and steps with the spade, their new best friend, then covered them all in tons of gravels.
They are true hardworkers, thanks again Pauline and… read more
They are true hardworkers, thanks again Pauline and… read more
(Excellent)
1 mars 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Amanda Pauline) pour l'hôte
We had an amazing time and stayed 4 weeks at Juliens place. The project itself is really nice, Julien a super friendly guy and he will make sure that the volunteers enjoy their time. The work was always good as you could see the progress. We both would highly recommend to go to volunteer at this wonderful and peaceful place!
1 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Shai)
I'm sorry for Shai to have experienced it this way.
I always try to do my best to make the volunteers feel at ease and have a joyful time while helping out here.
As I put all my sweat, blood and tears in this project of my dreams, my expectations can be high.
In the end, I'm grateful for the honest review, so that I can learn from it.… read more
I always try to do my best to make the volunteers feel at ease and have a joyful time while helping out here.
As I put all my sweat, blood and tears in this project of my dreams, my expectations can be high.
In the end, I'm grateful for the honest review, so that I can learn from it.… read more
(Bien)
25 févr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Shai) pour l'hôte
I feel like this feedback will contradict many of the others left; but I want it to be honest. First of all, Julien's project is very cool and the area is beautiful. I slept in the converted ambulance, and it was inspiring to see how he had done the conversion and how he had made up the sweet volunteers' caravans. However, throughout the month I… read more
9 janv. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Victor)
He is the man! Big strong and sweet, and he made me super cool illustrations for my website. Victor arrived on his bicycle and instantly spread pisitivity all around him. What else could I ask for?
See you at the end of the month or so ;)
See you at the end of the month or so ;)
(Excellent)
8 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Victor) pour l'hôte
Julien! Thank you!!! :) I'm Coming back! In the meantime I just want to give you all the cred you deserve in creating the space you have. This was my first workaway experience and Im soooo happy I came here! The work is varied: taking care of chickens, building steps in the clay soil, building wooden platforms, bush cutting. It's a very welcoming… read more
9 janv. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Anna)
Anna is easy going and happy and laughing and eager to learn new things. We did plenty work all together with Hanna and Nele and Fergus, a brilliant team they were!!
Thanks again for the super nice flyer you did for us
Thanks again for the super nice flyer you did for us
(Excellent)
23 déc. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Anna) pour l'hôte
My first workaway experience here it was amazing! I stayed a month. Nice atmosphere, a very pleasure work and a a supernice place! The work is not complicated and you will always have help if you ask!
About Julien just can say good words! He teached me a lot! Not just about the place or the work also the english and more! He would be there… read more
About Julien just can say good words! He teached me a lot! Not just about the place or the work also the english and more! He would be there… read more
9 janv. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nele & Hanna-Elisabeth)
Hanna and Nele are real hard workers! They all pretend to be but these two actually are. They all got along very well with Anna and Fergus, it was perfect! They helped with a smile, were cooking at night and playing cards and drinking infusions and beers all together. Nice little team!
Hanna has shines positivity and sings and dances. Nele is… read more
Hanna has shines positivity and sings and dances. Nele is… read more
(Excellent)
16 nov. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Nele & Hanna-Elisabeth) pour l'hôte
Ça va Julien ?
What can we say about our month or so here..
It is a very nice place to get away...as a guest or volunteer. Different caravans, tents and hills make you feel like you are in little camp village. And if you are lucky you will make very lovely new friends there.
Big thank you for that first workaway experience Julien. We couldn’t be… read more
What can we say about our month or so here..
It is a very nice place to get away...as a guest or volunteer. Different caravans, tents and hills make you feel like you are in little camp village. And if you are lucky you will make very lovely new friends there.
Big thank you for that first workaway experience Julien. We couldn’t be… read more
9 janv. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Hanna)
Hahaha, thanks for your silly review. Reading was like you were here again, I could hear you saying all this non-sense.
I'm really happy I met you, and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay here. I miss your cooking skills, your observations on life, your smile and your hair dancing in the wind hahahah!
Thanks for the amazing pictures you took of my… read more
I'm really happy I met you, and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay here. I miss your cooking skills, your observations on life, your smile and your hair dancing in the wind hahahah!
Thanks for the amazing pictures you took of my… read more
(Excellent)
27 oct. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Hanna) pour l'hôte
I knew that I arrived at the right place directly when Julien picked me up at the busstation and we drove back from the City to the Campsite with 120km/h (felt like even more...) on the dirt tracks of the surrounding land. Impossible to describe my fear but at the same time I could'nt stop smiling!
As well as it turned out that Julien amazingly… read more
As well as it turned out that Julien amazingly… read more
9 janv. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Petra)
Petra is creative and willing to help. She did plenty signs and she's good at it!!
She got along very nicely with Hanna who was already here when she arrived.
All the best to you Petra!
She got along very nicely with Hanna who was already here when she arrived.
All the best to you Petra!
(Excellent)
2 oct. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Petra) pour l'hôte
Crisps and carrots !
I fall in love with this place. It is really magical. If you want to clear your head, thats the best place for it. I stayed for two weeks and i am not afraid of darkness anymore !!! :D
You will love the atmosphere here..the tents and caravans are simply amazing and nature is all the time around you. Work is not hard, i am… read more
I fall in love with this place. It is really magical. If you want to clear your head, thats the best place for it. I stayed for two weeks and i am not afraid of darkness anymore !!! :D
You will love the atmosphere here..the tents and caravans are simply amazing and nature is all the time around you. Work is not hard, i am… read more
12 oct. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Paula)
I'm very happy I met Paula. She has so much energy and takes initiatives, and perfect ones! Excellent work ethic, I'll call her workawayer of the year 2016. Haha!
If only there could be more Paulas on Earth...
If only there could be more Paulas on Earth...
(Excellent)
25 sept. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Paula) pour l'hôte
Better than excellent!!!
I had my first workaway experience here and I could not have chosen better place!
The place is simply magical - being in the middle of nature and sleeping in "my own" caravan was a great experience. I have so many beautiful memories!
The work is really relaxed and fun, I had plenty of time to chill out over there. I… read more
I had my first workaway experience here and I could not have chosen better place!
The place is simply magical - being in the middle of nature and sleeping in "my own" caravan was a great experience. I have so many beautiful memories!
The work is really relaxed and fun, I had plenty of time to chill out over there. I… read more
12 oct. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Eva)
Eva arrived on the same day as Ciprian, and it was a brilliant team. Eva put a lot of love in everything she did here, the result was beautiful. Lucky me, she fell in love with the magic sponge, the floors of the two tents now look like they're coming out of the factory.
I had good laughs, she has an amazing sense of Belgium humour, she is a… read more
I had good laughs, she has an amazing sense of Belgium humour, she is a… read more
(Excellent)
18 sept. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Eva) pour l'hôte
Why there is no 5 stars???? This place needs 5!
LOVED every. single. bit. of my stay. Julien, you are a wonderful, intelligent, hardworking, charming and interesting man and your place is pure #paradise!! Couldn't agree more with Ciprian's words about your project, dito. Just adoring the chickens, the garden, the land, the mountains, the… read more
LOVED every. single. bit. of my stay. Julien, you are a wonderful, intelligent, hardworking, charming and interesting man and your place is pure #paradise!! Couldn't agree more with Ciprian's words about your project, dito. Just adoring the chickens, the garden, the land, the mountains, the… read more
19 sept. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ciprian)
It was easy to work with Ciprian because his communication is great and he is honnest and serious and organized and delicate and sweet! All this fits in one big guy called Ciprian.
Let him cook! He is good in the kitchen.
We'll definitely keep in touch, all the best to you!
Let him cook! He is good in the kitchen.
We'll definitely keep in touch, all the best to you!
(Excellent)
15 sept. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Ciprian) pour l'hôte
words are not enough to describe the two weeks I volunteered here. Julien is the perfect host, a very hard working man with many many dreams for developing this project more and more, dreams that for sure will be accomplished. I worked outside during the day by fixing the road after the heavy rains, cleaning the ditch, toiletting the trees and… read more
19 sept. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sophie & Michael)
Thank you For your happy mood and creative mind. The work we did together on the Bell tent was a succes, it's end of September and the two tents are still busy with happy guests!
Sofy is very organized, really good with colours and smart!!!!
All the best for your adventures on the road ;)
Sofy is very organized, really good with colours and smart!!!!
All the best for your adventures on the road ;)
(Excellent)
11 août 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Sophie & Michael) pour l'hôte
Well what can I say,
Loved every minute of volunteering at your beautiful vintage wonderland! You made me feel so welcome and part of a great little team. (Jenny included in this!) thank you guys! Loved having my own little slice of paradise up in my own caravan, I even enjoyed all the bloomin raking
Loved every minute of volunteering at your beautiful vintage wonderland! You made me feel so welcome and part of a great little team. (Jenny included in this!) thank you guys! Loved having my own little slice of paradise up in my own caravan, I even enjoyed all the bloomin raking
9 mai 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Jakub & Liva) pour l'hôte
We spent really dream-like 6 weeks at Julien's place, which - as its name suggests - is a paradise for the green souls like us. Nature there is very beautiful, even though we saw it only as it just started to bloom.
Julien is an excellent host too, he was all the time around working with us, not only overseeing us. We spent some wonderful time… read more
Julien is an excellent host too, he was all the time around working with us, not only overseeing us. We spent some wonderful time… read more
5 mai 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jakub & Liva)
Getting Līva and Jakub to help'as volunteers at your place is like winning the jackpot at the lottery. Līva is a crazy hard worker, basically unstoppable and very efficient. Jakub has plenty good ideas and if I wasn't to keen on putting them on the ToDo list because I had other priorities, he would do it on his free time. And now that it's done,… read more
(Excellent)
6 mai 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Aleksandar & Petra) pour l'hôte
This is a wonderful glamping spot with Portugese countryside charm and French touch. Julien is a cool host with a good sense of esthetics, proof of which will be seen very soon when his bussines is in fool bloom and tents and caravans are overflowed with glampers! There were 5 of us volunteers there, doing a mix of soilwork, rendering, pruning… read more
5 mai 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sarah)
I really appreciate Sarah's beautiful energy. She is a good listener and fast learner. She did everything I asked her to do with a smile and wouldn't stop working. Sarah is happy and it's contagious!!
(Excellent)
2 mai 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Sarah) pour l'hôte
I stayed 2 weeks with Julien and I really had a great time! His project is very nice and the site beautiful and quiet. I had a lot of fun helping him in many differents taks like cutting branches, collecting grass and working in the garden. He always finds a task to please everybody and this is very nice. I met a lot of great people there and I… read more
22 avr. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Elle35) pour l'hôte
Julien is a really nice decent guy, chilled and yet hardworking, enthusiastic about his project which is set in beautiful hills. I enjoyed meeting him and his duck who followed me around a lot when I was doing the cooking! I hope the radishes and chamomile I planted grow and provide you with a nice salad Julien! I wish you all the best with your… read more
4 avr. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Elle35)
Elle stayed at my place for 2 weeks and I enjoyed having her around. She is a talented cook/artist/singer and smiller.
Beautiful energy!!
Beautiful energy!!
(Excellent)
4 mars 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Neema) pour l'hôte
We stayed 2 weeks here experiencing the Portuguese winter. Julien has a beautiful spot on the hillside overlooking the valley. We were very lucky to see this place over winter, sometimes sitting above the clouds. Julien is a kind hearted, driven man. Very supportive and understanding. We felt our needs were well catered for. The help… read more
31 déc. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lotte)
When she says she's full of energy, she doesn't lie! Very positive person and happy to do whatever I asked her to do. On top of it, she cooks amazing and healthy dishes. I had a good good time with Lotte!!
(Excellent)
30 déc. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Lotte) pour l'hôte
Great place, great person, great stay, so to sum it up, just GrEaT!
24 déc. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gabriele & Vytenis)
It was nice having them to help and house-sit the place while I was away for few days. They achieved a lot of work together. They are very serious and trustable people :)
(Excellent)
4 déc. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Gabriele & Vytenis) pour l'hôte
We stayed at Julien's place for two weeks and had a really great time there. This area has something very special, the nature is impressive and the atmosphere is really good. Near the Julien's place you can find a lot of forests, hills for hiking and a small cute town Penela. Julien was very friendly, hard-working and at the same time relaxed… read more
27 nov. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Chantel)
Chantel is so good with animals! She could make my cat to swallow a pill. We had a lot of good times working on the land and exploring the area. She prepared a few nice portuguese dishes for us, we all loved it.
(Excellent)
3 nov. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lara)
I had a great time with Lara being here. She did a very clean tidy work at the camp and in the woods and in the vegetable gaden. We had plenty of good fun evenings listenning to too good music, drinking and chilling, talking of life, lots of stories.
We'll meet again!
We'll meet again!
(Excellent)
26 oct. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Lara) pour l'hôte
This was my first Workaway experience and I was supposed to stay for just 1 week. In the end I stayed for almost 2 weeks and the only reason I left was because I had to catch a flight.
I can truly only say that it was amazing! I was there together with another volunteer and the 3 of us had the best time ever. Sleeping in the caravans, working… read more
I can truly only say that it was amazing! I was there together with another volunteer and the 3 of us had the best time ever. Sleeping in the caravans, working… read more
9 sept. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Brent)
Having Brent around here made my life so much easier (than it already is
(Excellent)
8 sept. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Brent) pour l'hôte
Julien and I shared 2 great weeks together on his lovely piece of land in the foothills of a beautiful mountain. The area is picturesque, only made better by the host. Juliens great, really relaxed and a hard worker with great aspirations for the area. There is so much to see, learn and do, it was truelly AMAZING! Everyday was different, or at… read more
12 août 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Charlotte) pour l'hôte
Julien, Banane - i dont know what to say.... we miss you. I spent three weeks at this amazing natural venture that he is creating on a seriously gorgeous piece of land. Not only is it absolutely beautiful, Julien has an incredible vision and style that is a must see. He is an excellent host, and the work is varied and fun. He is everything i… read more
29 juil. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (William)
William was a good surprise to have around. I didn't know what to expect and I was very pleased with the work he achieved and the way he did it. He got along very well with Tim, another volunteer helping me at the time. The three of us had a great time here. I hope to see William again here in late August. Have a safe trip!
(Excellent)
28 juil. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (William) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Julien for around 8 days and would have enjoyed staying longer. He lives in an awesome place and has really interesting ideas about what he wants to do with his land. I liked getting involved in the various tasks I was assigned and there was plenty of free time to chill out and have a beer with Julien, I also went with him to a… read more
22 juin 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Fanny)
Fanny was so nice to have around. She is full of energy, she is a good listenner and she likes her work to look neet, tidy and pretty. My vegetable garden now looks fantastic, my chicken have started to lay eggs and my outdoor kitchen is so much better than before with the gravels evenly spread all along the working top.
Thank you again, come… read more
Thank you again, come… read more
(Excellent)
18 juin 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Fanny) pour l'hôte
First workaway experience, and I could not imagine such an amazing stay!
Julien is endearing, very nice, so funny and easy-going. He will make sure you are happy and you will quickly feel at home.
So many beautiful souvenirs there that I just want to go back. You will meet his lovely little funny cat Banane, you will eat too many nice meals,… read more
Julien is endearing, very nice, so funny and easy-going. He will make sure you are happy and you will quickly feel at home.
So many beautiful souvenirs there that I just want to go back. You will meet his lovely little funny cat Banane, you will eat too many nice meals,… read more
