About.

A Quinta is an off-grid eco project and communal living group in southern Portugal, offering long-term stays and immersive experiences in nature. Surrounded by forest, near a river and the Atlantic coast, it’s a place to slow down, reconnect, and live simply. We host hands-on courses in natural building, creative arts, and personal growth, and support digital nomads and conscious travelers looking to co-live in community. With a beautiful garden, orchard, and shared meals, we co-create a regenerative lifestyle rooted in harmony, sustainability, and connection.

Bookings.

Free / Work-Trade

Volunteering at A Quinta

Minimum stay: 30 nightsMaximum capacity: 2 people
Food included
We warmly welcome volunteers who wish to live and work in alignment with nature, bring presence into action, and contribute to a co-living space grounded in self-responsibility.

We're looking for volunteers who would like to commit for at least 1 month and are willing to share this experience and learn with us in this process.

Key Stats.

Year founded

2012

Size of project site

130 hectares

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Dutch
  • German

People on site

5 - 25

Dry season

April to November

Wet season

December to March

Living Conditions.

Sleeping

  • shared rooms
  • private room
  • entire house
  • tent camping

Omnivore Food

  • communal kitchen access
  • communally cooked meals

Internet

  • fast: streaming video

Ongoing classes

  • yoga
    1-2 times per week
  • breathwork
    1-2 times per week

Opportunities

A Quinta da Lage is currently offering the following opportunities:

  • Holistic animal care (sheep)
  • General maintenance and land care
  • Light construction or renovation support
  • Gardening & food forest care
  • Cleaning and caring for shared spaces

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