Eco-Homestead in the mountains of Monteverde with a father and son.

Welcome to our eco-homestead nestled in the cloud forests of Monteverde, Costa Rica! We are a passionate father-son duo seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join us in
building and renovating our sustainable home. With over a decade of experience hosting volunteers, David, a knowledgeable biologist, and my 5-year-old son, have built an off-grid home which they share with volunteers from around the world. This is a new permaculture project, with lots of projects ongoing and many due to start.

We are looking for individuals or couples with skills in childcare, gardening, landscaping, building, plumbing, interior design and any other trades to help us improve our home. We are looking for individuals with a real interest in permaculture, sustainability and off grid life. You dont need experience but some knowledgeis expected. This project offers a unique opportunity to hone your skills, exchange knowledge, and contribute to the creation of an eco-friendly home. I am excited to learn from you and we can figure things out together.

During your stay, you'll be welcomed as part of our family, sharing not only our passion for sustainable living but also our daily activities. My son and I live on a 1/2 hectare of mostly abandoned pasture close to a small river on the edge of a forest. We have a private room with bunkbeds for volunteers which looks out onto the mountains, with only a short walk to a beautiful river that is ideal for swimming and relaxing on your time off. All of your food will be included, however, you will be encouraged to help with cooking meals and collecting food from our gardens. Our home is completely off-grid with no WiFi or electricity, however, there are solar lights and power banks for charging your electronics and there is phone signal if you have a SIM card. David can also help with his HotSpot if needed. There is running water. The bathroom is a composting toilet. A typical day starts at 7 am with an hour of animal care, followed by three hours of projects. An hour of cleaning/housekeeping fulfills the daily chores. So, 5 hours a day 5 days a week. We often go on short weekend trips and need people willing to house sit for a few nights.