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Embark on a transformative journey with us at PurposeFlow Living, a regenerative project only 130km from Lisbon, in the heart of Portugal.
We’re not just a retreat space; we’re a living, evolving ecosystem that you can contribute to and learn from! Whether you’re volunteering, co-creating, or simply soaking in the natural beauty, Your stay with us is an opportunity to make a difference, empower yourself, and connect with a community dedicated to a regenerative future and fostering nature’s magic.

Discover how you can stay with us

Volunteer

Come stay with us as a volunteer, and experience the project that is changing the region from the inside. Meet likeminded beings that can inspire you to change your life and deepen in your life purpose.Be a part of the regenerative change!

Guest

Join us as a guest and step into a world where nature restoration, community, and personal growth intertwine. Connect and deepen within, with the transformative power of living in alignment with the earth and fellow beings that honor it.

Host

Bring your vision to life at PurposeFlow Living. As a host, you’ll have the opportunity to share your wisdom and passion within a setting that embodies sustainability and interconnectedness. Join us as an event host and create impactful experiences that inspire profound connection and change.

Collaborator

Do you have aspirations and need a team  of purpose driven beings to achieve it? Become a collaborator and be part of the change. Together, we can create a ripple effect of positive transformation, starting from our community and reaching beyond. What positive impact do you wish to co-create with us?

Our facilities

Our accommodations, ranging from cozy caravans and rustic shared rooms to starlit camping, are designed with your comfort and our sustainability values in mind.

When you stay with us, you’ll have access to a range of on-site facilities. You can also participate in our workshops & activities, nature walks and more led by experienced facilitators who are passionate about their practices.

Spacious hall with fireplace

This is perhaps one of the most captivating indoor spaces! The hall is a space for creativity and connection to flourish. There is a powerful pit in front of the fireplace with blankets and pillows . In the hall there is a living room with couches, a small library, a TV and Sound-system! It is a large space perfect for events, gatherings and workshops!

Large fully equipped kitchen

Like we have mentioned, the kitchen is fully equipped with everything that you will need to make a nourishing meal. An industrial kitchen with two sinks, two fridges, a dishwasher and a washing machine.

6 fully equiped bedrooms and bathrooms

We have 6 magical rooms, each with its own bathroom. There are several size bed options which you can choose, from double size beds to single beds. Each bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet and sink. Each room has a different vibe to it, but all very magical, cozy and will make you feel at home within yourself and the space.

Caravan for 2-4 people

This beautiful caravan has been sitting in our space for 40 years and we have just renewed it, transforming it into the next amazing experience you can have on this land! There are two beds inside, a closet and a desk, it is the perfect space for you to relax and wake up surrounded by horses and nature!

Space to camp

As you may know, the land is 6 hectares, which means that there is a myriad of options for you to put up your tent! Enjoy the connection with the land and yourself as you sleep under the starry Alentejan sky!

Outdoor toilets & Outdoor shower

One of the best ways to integrate yourself in the regenerative cycles of PurposeFlow is to use one of our 2 outdoor compost toilets! Made from recycled materials, these toilets will change the meaning of ‘’doing your business’’, it is an experience in itself! You have an incredible view of the land and the horses, cats and dogs will keep you company too! Even though it’s outdoor, it still offers you the privacy that you wish to just be human and enjoy all humanly activities. We also have a simple but yet beautiful outdoor shower where you can nourish your being and the earth simultaneously.

Outdoor gathering spaces

The outdoor space has a typical Alentejan landscape that offers a myriad of different vibes! From sitting under an oak tree to swimming in the lake, you can bask in nature while being part of it. We created a stone circle outside so that we can be in a natural sacred container outside. It feels like you’re being hugged by Mama Nature herself! It is the perfect space for gatherings, rituals, Meditations or just being an connecting with yourself!

Organic garden with fresh herbs & vegetables

Our project is built upon the principles of permaculture and regenerative living, and we strive to create a space that fosters a sense of harmony between humans and nature. We believe that by coming together in this way, we can create positive change for ourselves and for the planet. Which is why we have created a kitchen garden that can nourish up to 15 beings, depending on the season. All organic and diverse goodies! Our favourite? Tomatoes!

Newly planted sapling forests

We planted a sapling forest that brings about soil restoration, water retention and wildlife back to the land!

Fully equipped tool shed

Along these two years we have proudly renewed our toolshed and added more tools and equipment to safely be able to have construction, eco building and carpentry projects at PurposeFlow Living.

Lora SimeonovaLora Simeonova
17:23 31 Mar 23
nicolas filippininicolas filippini
14:56 28 Mar 23
I fell in love with the mission and writings on Purposeflow website. I listened to this calling and lived there for a week as an invested guest. It was magical. I connected with beautiful beings. Our conversations where as beautiful as they were meaningful, with supplements of humour. I connected with myself, the land, and all its biodiversity. I am deeply grateful for Anti & Ana, and every other person I met, for co-creating such a beautiful and harmonious way of living from within to everything. I keep in my head the opportunity to go back whenever I desire to breath and digest, give, connect, learn, grow, receive, and have a positive impact.
Barry AdamsonBarry Adamson
09:22 18 Mar 23
Guarda da freira. What a beautiful space. It was a pleasure and honour to spend time at this amazing place. The landscape, nature all around is powerful and the beings who are here are so caring, loving and beautiful. Disconnecting to reconnect! learning about land and permaculture was so insightful. I highly recommend this healing space. The animals play such a powerful role, I love them!!
Luis CardonaLuis Cardona
10:41 05 Mar 23
Marisa romano rosaMarisa romano rosa
21:45 02 Mar 23
Our instance in Guarda Da Freira was very pleasant and emotional, we learned about their reforestation programs and the impressive work they do to care for and integrate with nature. I recommend your visit and your stay, both the residents of the Quinta and the volunteers are charming and you breathe a peace that does you good in body and mind.
alexandercarlos12alexandercarlos12
11:35 27 Feb 23
No words can truly describe the magnitude of wisdom, calm and serenity on experiences in this unique space. All the beings on this land share an endless wisdom and staying here as a guest or a volunteer gives you an incredible insight. Whether you're meditating or just sitting under the Mother tree, by the house in the sun, in the chill-out area, or inside by the fire, there is always so much to take in and learn from.There are always other humans and volunteers around in guarda da Freira to bond with, learn from other simply exchange experiences. The Facilitator Anthony Ryan himself is a truly intriguing, wise being that gladly shares his experience and wisdom with you and will always take time to help if needed.In general I can only advise anyone to explore the magic and wisdom that Guarda da Freira (Purposeflow) offers and experience it on your own! 🙂
Michal AradMichal Arad
18:35 12 Jan 23
Guarda Da Freira, also known as Purposeflow Living, is a beautiful and unique project in the Alentejo region. Wholeheartedly recommend!!!You can come as guest or a volunteer and regardless when or for how long you stay, you will be embraced with so much love by the land, the space, the creatures, the beings.. You will experience the magic of community life, with delicious shared vegan meals, group activities, and meaningful conversations. You will learn about permaculture, conservation, reforestation, and the realities of climate change. You will have the space to connect with yourself, other beings, the elements, nature.I spent two months as a volunteer and it is difficult to sum into words the truly special experience I had there. It is clear how special Purposeflow is when you take time to read about it online - whether that is on Workaway, Google reviews, social media - the love and magic radiates through. Hopefully that love will radiate through these photos as well 🙂
Dagmara SzymańskaDagmara Szymańska
15:30 18 Aug 22
It is an amazing place to learn and enjoy life for everybody interested in community building, group healing practices and regeneration of the planet. I had chance to develop long lasting friendships with like-minded people and experience breathtaking moments in nature. It is a place to be creative and to become your most natural true loving self.
Soňa LeitmanováSoňa Leitmanová
18:58 10 May 22
This magical place far away from busy cities is full of sweet and caring people all working hard on achieving their ambitious goal of bringing this dry and infertile piece of land back to life. Being part of the journey is such a nice experience, very different from most people's everyday life. Knowing that this place full of love and respect towards fellow humans, animals and environment exists brings back my faith in humanity and although it's just a tiny piece of Earth, it feels like it makes the world a better place. 🙏
Callum NolanCallum Nolan
14:24 09 Apr 22
I was lucky to have had the opportunity to spend 8 beautiful weeks with the lovely people here at Guarda Da Freira. This is the perfect place to connect with nature and work together with wonderful people to create an environment that allows us all to be creative, grow & heal together and connect with a deeper part of ourselves.The delicious meals shared together, the powerful connections formed through the morning exercises, the love and connection to the animals (Especially Rambo & Cacao
Jacqueline ArmijoJacqueline Armijo
08:52 08 Mar 22
I really enjoyed my time at Guarda Da Freira. This place is very peaceful because it's away from the city and you're just immersed in nature when you're there. It's the perfect spot to disconnect from the world and reconnect with yourself. I was able to heal on a deeper level there not only because of the magical land but also because of the people I met there. We did a Full Moon Ceremony and other activities and opened up and connected on a deep level. After my time here, I felt so rejuvenated and stepped into a new version of myself. I'm so grateful for all the amazing people I met during my time here and for all the beautiful memories we made together. It felt so good to have a little family when I was away from home. Anthony is also such an incredible host who I now call a friend and he will welcome you right in with loving arms. He has so much wisdom to share with others and is a great leader. This is truly a special place and experience and I can't recommend it enough!
Jelizaveta DegtyarevaJelizaveta Degtyareva
09:59 28 Feb 22
The place to feel connected and part of the whole. Guarda da Freira and the Purposeflow project offers a unique experience to learn from nature, the animals and fellow humans, about how we can create a new (or old) way of living together in harmony and restore the connections that has allowed our existence since the inception. Anthony (steward of the land) and the community is an inspiration of how through our collective consciousness we can regenerate the land and create habitat for all. I absolutely recommend to visit the land and be part of an unforgettable experience.
Greg PalmerGreg Palmer
09:23 28 Feb 22
Lovely community quinta with beautiful people in a very peaceful environment close to Pavia. Come here to learn, collaborate & relax. Organic fruit & vegetables, wild horses, diverse wildlife, community events.
Anais BalaguerAnais Balaguer
08:42 14 Jan 22
Nature in all its beauty. Magical place in Portugal. We had to come back.A space to grow, to learn, to co-create a place of regenerative principles in all its dimensions. Always in my heart. Thank youuu🧡
Oz DrumlevichOz Drumlevich
15:37 02 Dec 21
Guarda de Freira, a place full of magic and wonders..!In this place i found the space and the time to be, to breath, to grow.When things flow in harmony, everyone benefits, especially our mama earth.One thing i can tell you is that i believe this is the beggining of something big, something grand and powerful that makes the world a better place to live in.
Maria OliveiraMaria Oliveira
13:18 02 Dec 21
Guarda Da Freira is a place where you really understand that time is just a perception. The two months I spent there were slow but they flew by in an instant. This experience transformed me to my core - here you can see the power that people, animals and nature can have when they come together to co-exist in a compassionate, respectful and regenerative way. What a beautiful project to be a part of, what a vision to inspire others to heal our earth home.Can't wait to see the land slowly but surely being restored and bring to life the food forest and all the other projects yet to come!
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