Quinta Estrela do Sul

We have a small scale family farm of 8 hectares with various animals and we're happy to receive volunteers! We have a big vegetable garden with much diversity, an abundance of fruit trees, a vineyard and 250 olive trees. We produce our own olive oil. We have several animals (horses, a goat, chickens, dogs and cats, and soon bees and a sheep) - we do our best to make them happy!
We have a big space in the nature, and besides work you can relax and enjoy. There's a lot of space and many trails to hike around the land, and a small village with a cafe at a walking distance. Also 1-2 times a week we go to town and it's possible to join the trip if needed.
Our food is fresh, organic, homemade, exclusively vegetarian. Working with us is a great opportunity to have a daily physical activity, to learn about farming and acquire some new skills.
We open our availability from mid-April till the autumn, and we invite you to apply as soon as possible!
NB: we're not able to provide invitation letters or any other paper work to support an EU visa request; you will have to manage this on your own.

We welcome our guest volunteers as if they were members of our family. We cook and take our meals all together - we love to cook and we eat delicious vegetarian food. You will stay with us in our straw bale house, in a separate room or a big dormitory (a glamping tent is also available in summer, for those who prefer camping). You have access to a bathroom and shower inside the house, with compost/dry toilets. On weekends we may take you to do some visits around if time allows it! In summer we sometimes go to swim to a river beach or to the public swimming pool.


Reseñas

5.0
(22 reseñas)22

Anfitrión y equipo

4.5

Horas y tareas

5.0

Hostal

5.0

Aprendizaje y diversión

5.0

Estados Unidos

5

My stay at Quinta Estrela do Sul was a transformative and soul-warming experience. Laetitia, Yannick, and Noa are some of the world’s sweetest people I have ever met. They deeply care about the well-being of the planet and all of its inhabitants. The food was delicious and plentiful, the work went by quickly, and the animals were great company. If you’re interested in learning about herbal medicine, I learned so much just being around Laetitia and her garden. The rural land is incredibly special and beautiful with a magical river nearby, perfect for solo reflection. Bring books and hobbies!

hace 2 meses

Suecia

4

We were at the farm for 10 days to help with the olive picking, it was intense work but fun! We felt welcomed and it was great to get to know everyone, people and animals both. It was a bit more time consuming than we expected with the work and helping out with meals and cooking but if you're up for an immersive experience it is great. Thus there wasn't much free time to explore the area, also because it got dark around the time we finished working.
Overall we had a great experience and made new friends we hope to keep!

hace 9 meses

Lituania

5

Thank you Yannick, Laetitia, Noa for the warm welcome. Volunteering here was an incredible experience. Working alongside you and witnessing your dedication to the farm gave me a deep appreciation for the hard work that goes into it (especially apple juice). The way you care for the land, the animals, and each other is truly inspiring. What stood out most was how you made me feel truly at home. From shared meals to meaningful conversations. I learned so much and will always carry these memories and lessons. Can't wait to see the new baking oven and the sheep... Yannick, I'll be back ;)

hace 11 meses

Italia

5

Letizia and Yannik are heart warming people whom will lead you through a full personal growth. Every day in the farm is different, and if you’re open to learn they will teach you what they know. After the first day(s) of adaptation, everything flows smooth and the work is always sides by active discussions and conversations. On this regard, the hosts are open minded people and you really can discuss about any topic without feeling judged.

hace 11 meses

Polonia

5

Can't stress enough how grateful I am for this experience. Laetitia, Yannick and Noa are wonderful people. This experience will forever be a special memory for me. I really felt like I was a member of the family and the time I spent there helped me heal a lot. The work was also really enjoyable and I learned a lot about farming. The working hours are respected and the tasks aren't repetitive. The experience was definitely something I needed in my life. Already missing you guys❤️

hace 12 meses


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