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After years of travelling all over the world (from Australia to Brazil and Africa) I found a beautiful off grid land in South West Portugal. It's not even 10 minutes from the closest beach, 5 min from Aljezur town and close to many surf spots and hiking trails.
It's a little forest (about half a hectare) filled with native trees & a strong biodiversity with a tiny house and caravan on it. I live here with my doggy Jambu and love to share this paradise in trade of some help with building (and some gardening) to make it into a true oase with veggie gardens, irrigation, hang out spots, treehouse etc.
Furthermore we love to go to the beach, swim, run, skate (I organize surf skate events!), surf, camp and work on the land and enjoy this calm & beautiful part of the world.
PS. It's important to have your own car or vehicle here. In Portugal in general, but it gives you the freedom to go anywhere, like the shops, beaches and town. A bicycle will bring you in 17 min to Aljezur town.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The 6,5 meter caravan has been renovated into a beautiful space all for yourself. It has a deck, double bed, livingroom & kitchen. There's a compost toilet & the shower is on it's way (we use water bottles/ shower bags for now). I'll be providing you with local and fresh veggies, eggs, fruits, grains & coffee or whatever you like!
The land is beautiful and just needs more love to make it into a paradise, all ideas and input are welcome. I like you to feel at home, take time to join the skates, hikes and surfes and balance it with some hours of work on the land.
Projects involving children
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Help
As I'm by myself with my dog (who unfortunately isn't a builder) and still don't have a lot of experience in building, off grid living & gardening (learning everyday) I could use some help in projects like building, carpentry and gardening. Preferably I'm looking for a skilled person who is open minded (or two if one has their own vehicle or are a couple) that like to hang out but also like their own time.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Portuguese: Beginner
Accommodation
Long caravan (6,5 meter) with double bed, kitchen and living room + deck infront and the whole land to use including all chill areas
What else ...
My place is 5 min drive from Aljezur, 9 min to the closest beach (where you can do the Fisher Man Trail, 20 min to Arrifana (surf beach), 30 min to Monchique (most beautfil hikes) but also my land is the start of different hikes. So much to do! Having your own car is needed.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
There is a spacious caravan with lots of space to work. On purpose I made the caravan in lighter colors, so it helps you (at least me!) to work more productively. There's 5G network, no WiFi.
Space for parking camper vans
There's a straight parking spot on my driveway for one motorhome.
Can possibly accept pets
Yes, I have a male dog that loves other dogs.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 4 days a week (flexible!)
