Escape the rat race: Renovate village homes with only birdsong

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A experiência

Escape the rat race and join me in a quiet mountain village in central Portugal, where time stood still. Help restore two old village houses (painting, roof repair, tidying, light construction) while enjoying nature, fruit trees, and pure birdsong. You’ll have your own private house, 2 meals/day on workdays, and a car to explore rivers, waterfalls, and historic towns. Skilled, reliable, and easygoing volunteers welcome!

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Como você ajuda

20 horas por semana

Construção e Reparos: Ajude em reparos, manutenção ou a construir.

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O que você ganha

2 dias livres por semana

Quarto privado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto privado, ou seja, um quarto só para você

Almoço: Você ganha almoço gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Jantar: Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Lavanderia gratuita: Você pode usar nossa lavanderia gratuitamente.

Carona na chegada: Te buscamos na sua chegada a cidade e damos uma carona até aqui.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidade básica para você trabalhar remotamente

Espaço de Trabalho Dedicado: Espaço específico para você trabalhar remotamente

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Requisitos

Inglês Iniciante

Tem que ter pelo menos 25 anos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários

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O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

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Detalhes

Help bring two traditional stone houses back to life in a forgotten mountain village in central Portugal. I’m looking for reliable, hands-on volunteers who can assist with rendering, painting, roof repairs, and general tidying. Rendering is a skill not everyone has, so if you know it, you’re especially welcome here.

I’ll join in where I can, but due to arthritis I cannot do heavy work and I’m not very handy — so your skills and reliability make all the difference.

In return, you’ll enjoy life in what feels like the Garden of Eden: picking fruit straight from the trees, listening only to birdsong, and drawing crystal-clear water from the ancient village well. You’ll have your own simple but private house (bedroom + living room), share delicious home-cooked meals with me (I love to cook and you will be spoiled!), and even have access to a car for exploring the waterfalls, river beaches, and historic towns nearby.

My own village is extremely quiet, but just 5 minutes’ drive away there’s a lively little town with an ATM, mini-market, bakery, bar, free wifi, and even a river pool for summer swims.

I don’t yet have wifi at home, only through my phone hotspot. Many volunteers use their own phones or buy a Portuguese SIM card with unlimited data — perfect if you’re a digital nomad and need to stay connected while enjoying the peace of nature.

I speak English, Spanish, French, German, and Dutch fluently, so communication will be easy and we can share stories in many languages.

This is a place to escape the rat race, recharge in nature, and be part of something meaningful.

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Atividades & Turnos

Work hours: 4 hours per day, 5 days a week (weekends free).

Main tasks:

Rendering (if skilled)

Painting walls,iron shutter,gates and woodwork

Light roof repairs

Fruit tree trimming (in winter)

Small construction or maintenance tasks

Extras: Helping with everyday things like moving materials or organizing sheds.

I will always be around to guide you, but since I can’t do heavy work myself, I really appreciate volunteers who are practical and independent.

Shifts are flexible: mornings are preferred, so you have the afternoons free to explore nature, visit the nearby village, or simply relax.,

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Regras

Respect each other’s space: You’ll have your own little house and freedom; I value my privacy. Of course you’re always welcome for a chat, a drink, or to share a story.

Positive spirit: Be independent, considerate, and easygoing

Bring good vibes, curiosity, and maybe a favorite recipe to share.