Nature and art retreat in the Algarve ✨
The experience
We offer accommodation in a private studio, equipped kitchen, bathroom and a large terrace surrounded by nature. There are gardens, sculptures and a modern rustic pool. We are looking for volunteers to help with gardening, the vegetable garden, DIY and art. 📩 If you love nature and creativity, send us a message with your experience and availability! 😊
What you offer
15 hours of help per week
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Music:
Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.
Arts:
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours:
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Parties:
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Surfboards:
You can use our surfboards as much as you want.
Surf lessons:
Take free surf classes at the local beaches.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Fluent Portuguese or Fluent French
Over 28 years old
Only welcomes couples and partners (does not accept solo volunteers)
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Hello, traveler! We are an architect and a sculptor who live on an artistic property, surrounded by nature. We are looking for volunteers passionate about art, gardening, and DIY to help us maintain this special space.
🏡 What do we offer in return?
To thank you for your help, we guarantee a unique experience:
🏠 Private accommodation in a cozy studio with a bed, living room, equipped kitchen, and an exclusive bathroom.
🌿 Direct contact with nature – a lush garden, flowering beds, and trees that create a tranquil environment.
🎭 Artistic immersion – live in a space full of sculptures and artworks, ideal for creative minds.
🏊 Modern rustic pool to relax during your free moments.
🍽️ Use of the kitchen to prepare your meals.
Activities & Shift
Daily activities should not exceed 3 hours.
🌟 What do we expect from you?
We are looking for someone enthusiastic, creative, and proactive to collaborate on various tasks, such as:
🌱 Gardening & Veggie Garden – watering plants, pruning, cleaning, tending the garden, planting, and harvesting.
🔨 DIY & Maintenance – small repairs, painting, woodwork, and improving the outdoor space.
🎨 Art & Sculpture – support in creating and installing artistic works in the garden and terrace.
💡 You don\'t need to be a specialist! Just a willingness to learn and collaborate.
Rules
The rule is simply to respect nature, and to dedicate approximately 15 hours per week to the garden and the property, so that it can continue to be shared by everyone.