Help our Off-Grid Cortijo Shine for the next Retreat season ✨🌏

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La experiencia

Help us prepare our off-grid Cortijo in the Alpujarra for a new retreat season! Tasks include gardening (weeding, planting succulents, creating borders) and light maintenance in common areas like the yoga platform and bar. Perfect for open-minded, flexible volunteers who love nature, hiking, and peaceful mountain living. We drive daily, so you can easily catch a ride to town or the beach!

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Que ofreces?

5 horas de ayuda por día

Pintura y Decoración: Ayuda pintando o decorando el local.

Construcción y Reparación: Ayuda con varias tareas de reparación o construcción.

Jardinería: Ayuda a plantar y cultivar jardines.

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Lo que obtienes

2 dias libres por semana

Habitación privada: Tendrás una cama en un cuarto privado. Sí, un cuarto solo para ti.

Puedes usar libremente nuestra lavandería.: Hay un lugar especial donde se lava la ropa sin costo.

Excursiones gratis: Te llevamos a excursiones y caminatas por la ciudad, GRATIS.

Bicicletas a tu disposición: Puedes usar nuestras bicicletas cuando quieras.

Traslado: Te buscaremos cuando llegues y te llevamos a nuestro lugar.

Utilice nuestra cocina equipada: Siéntete libre de usar nuestra cocina y preparar tu comida deliciosa.

Internet de Alta Velocidad: Internet de alta velocidad para trabajar remotamente

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Requisitos

Inglés Principiante o Español Principiante

Admite voluntarios solos, parejas y dúos de voluntarios

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Lo que no está incluído

Vuelos, Seguro de Viaje, Transporte Interno y Visa

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Programa detallado

We are preparing our off-grid cortijo in the Alpujarra mountains for another season of retreats and B&B guests, and we’d love your help! This is a beautiful, peaceful place surrounded by nature, perfect if you enjoy working outdoors and living close to the land.

What we expect from volunteers:
- Around 4–5 hours of help a day, split between morning and afternoon
-Gardening tasks such as pulling weeds, planting succulents, creating borders, and keeping the land looking beautiful
-Helping with light maintenance projects in common areas (yoga platform, bar, shared spaces)
-A flexible and self-sufficient mindset—sometimes tasks change depending on the season or what’s most needed
-Respect for our shared space and an open attitude to off-grid living

What volunteers can expect from us:
-Accommodation in a peaceful mountain setting with stunning views
-Fully equipped kitchen to prepare your meals (we sometimes like to eat together but as a family we also need our private space)
-A daily rhythm of work balanced with time to relax, hike, or read
-Rides into town or to the beach (we drive daily and you’re welcome to join)
-Connection with like-minded people and the chance to be part of a space dedicated to retreats, community, and well-being
-Fast internet that makes it possible to work remotely

Please note: we are far from shops and nightlife, so this opportunity is best for those who enjoy nature, simple living, and quiet beauty.

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Actividades & Turnos

We ask for around 4–5 hours of help per day, usually split into two shifts to make the most of the cooler hours:

Morning shift (before the sun gets hot):
-Watering plants
-Pulling weeds
-Planting new seeds and succulents
-Trimming trees and planting new ones
-Taking care of the chickens and cleaning the coop

Afternoon shift (middle or towards the end of the day):
-Garden work (as above, if needed)
-Building and maintenance projects:
-Placing wooden poles for terraces
-Small woodwork tasks
-Placing fences
-Maintenance on the yoga deck (adding new blocks, tiles, etc.)
-General improvements in common areas like the bar and yoga platform

This mix of gardening and light maintenance keeps the work varied and creative. There’s also plenty of time in between shifts to relax, enjoy the mountain views, go hiking, or join us for a ride into town or to the beach.

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Reglas

To make sure everyone has a great experience here, we ask volunteers to keep the following in mind:

-Respect & privacy: We live and work together, so it’s important to respect each other’s strength pace, energy, and privacy.

-Open-mindedness: Our cortijo welcomes people from all walks of life. Being flexible and open to new experiences makes everything flow better.

-Respect for nature & life: We live close to the land and value harmony with all beings. Please treat the environment, animals, and natural resources with care and respect.

-Shared meals: We enjoy eating together, but it’s not required every time. Sometimes we share meals, sometimes everyone does their own thing.

-Mindful use of things: Whether it’s tools, bikes, or shared spaces, please use everything with care and respect. If something breaks, let us know right away so we can fix it together.

-Independence: Often, you’ll be given a task and the freedom to carry it out on your own. We really appreciate volunteers who can think for themselves, work independently, and show initiative without needing constant supervision.

-Communication style: We are Dutch, which means we can be very direct in communication. This comes from a place of honesty and care, not criticism. We appreciate when volunteers can receive feedback with an open heart.

-Positive attitude: We value initiative, creativity, and a proactive mindset. A smile and a can-do attitude go a long way here!

By following these simple guidelines, we create a positive, supportive environment where everyone feels at home.