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Working / Volunteer Holidays (WWOOFing)
These farms are willing to offer accommodation (and possibly food) for visitors who are willing to help out. Some are members of WWOOF or Help Exchange.
To view more details and pictures of a property, click on its picture or title.
WWOOF hosts in Central Portugal can also be found (and, if you are a host, you can advertise) at: www.wwoofcentralportugal.org
Arco-Iris -
Working / Volunteer Holiday (sleeps 2) - near Pombal
Get away from it all and become one with nature!...
Casa do Lyac - Tapado
Self catering apartment. (sleeps 4) - near Serpins
A charming renovated 200 year old stone built apartment set in a walled courtyard, situated situated in the quaint hamlet of Tapada, between Alho Marinho and Serpins.
Dominio Vale do Mondego - Faia
Selfcatering stylish holiday-homes in large restored farmhouse Quinta do Rio (sleeps 9) on 4ha lush green terraces at the river Mondego with private swimming pool, or Quinta das Canas (sleeps 4) with newly restored barnhouse on 5ha olivegrove with splendid view of the Valley, B&B in 3 Cabanas or rural campsite, restaurant and art on bio-dynamic estate of 33ha (sheep, olives, horses) in the famous Serra da Estrela nature park. Near Guarda
Quinta da Bela Vista - Barril da Alva
Self-catering double guestroom plus 'outdoor' kitchen and seperate WC with solar shower. (sleeps 2) - near Coja
Situated on a beautiful private riverside quinta (alongside the owner's house), the guestroom is situated on the first floor of a little cottage made from the round stones from the river.
Quinta das Abelhas - Póvoa de Midões
Camping and yurt accommodation (sleeps 2 +2). Working holidays. Horse-riding. - near Tabua.
Basic facilities & an informal family atmosphere on a beautiful organic smallholding with stunning views.
Home-produced, often home-grown, meals available (inc. veggie or vegan).
Quinta das Estrelas - Póvoa de Midões
Caravan (Sleeps 3). Tent (sleeps 2). Tipi (sleeps 4) - near Tábua
Caravan with outdoor kitchen/dining terrace plus tent and tipi for extra accommodation on owners' organic quinta. Ideal for retreat.
Quinta do Sonho - Lourosa
Supervised children's activities, donkey trekking and camping - near Tabua
Ideal for those on family holidays - leave your children in experienced, capable hands for a fun afternoon or morning, a whole day, or a 3 days donkey trekking camp whilst parents can do their own thing!
Quinta Pintados - Chilrao
Twin room, vegetarian B&B (sleeps 2) - near Monchique, Western Algarve.
Peaceful, rural mountain location. Restored farmhouse within 2.5 hectares of owner's organic fruit and vegetable farm. Wonderful views. Tasty vegetarian and vegan meals available on request.
Termas da Azenha -
Self-catering apartments (sleep 4), and B&B, & or full board - near Soure.
Situated in an old Spa village overlooking rice fields. Close to Coimbra and just 10 miles from the coast. Beautifully decorated private apartments with kitchen/diner, living room, double & twin bedrooms, bathroom.
Are you a WWOOF host, or have volunteer opportunities in Central Portugal? Please contact us if you would like to advertise your working holidays with Pure Portugal.
Email: andy@pureportugalholidays.com
Can we help?
Pure Portugal can help with many aspects of your trip to Central Portugal. We can connect you to people who will pick you up from the airport, give tours of the area & informal taxi service, translators & other english speaking professionals.
Simply email to find out if we can help.
Our Pure Portugal Information website is also packed with useful information.
Pure Portugal advertises on behalf of hosts / owners, who supply their details, and are responsible for accuracy and booking arrangements.
Pure Portugal Ltd is a workers co-operative company, registered in England no: 5123198
Registered Office: 93 North Street, Burwell, Cambridge, CB5 0BB, United Kingdom.
























