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We live in Malaga province, just north of Antequera which is a stunning location and within easy reach of all the main Andalucian cities. My husband, who also does a lot of building work, runs cultural tours and is an enduro bike guide for Trailworld. In addition, he organises some adventure sports. I own and teach in an English academy , but at the moment I am in the process of setting up classes online. Life is always hectic as we have a 16 yr old son, dogs (which includes a labrador , large mastin and a terrier) everywhere and 3 cats!!! Normally, you will have your own room and a shared bathroom and 3 meals a day.
How you could help us?, well anything goes from building, helping Ben with work/entertainment, housework (ahhh), painting etc.... . You name it, I am sure we have it!!
We do like people to be with us for a minimum of 4 weeks, as this gives Ben some consistency.
I must point out at this stage that we are in a small village and public transport is not great!!!! I will always try and help to get you from A to B when you want to go off and see different places but please don't assume it is like many other countries where you can just hop on a bus! Sadly Spain has not yet reached that point, but it is much better than it used to be!!!
Bottom line, you just become an extra member of the family.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Práctica de idiomas
Enseñanza
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Ayuda informática
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
We live in the centre of Andalucia, so are perfectly situated for someone who would like to explore and see all the major sites. Rob is a tour guide, so can always point you in the right direction.
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Basically anything goes, no 2 days are the same!
Work hours!! Blood, sweat, all day everyday!!! No seriously, only 5 hours a day, but it can be spread over the day depending on what is happening, so work a bit in the morning and then it is looking after (well, helping with homework)Ben (and his friends at times) in the afternoon!! Although, it isn't the most stressful, as it includes going for bike rides, playing football, games, watching a film, swimming (when the pool isn't freezing!!) ....... Normal 16yr old stuff. We really try and work with you guys. Normally, you get Saturday, Sunday and sometimes Friday or Monday off, so that you get the chance to see different places. If we do need help over the weekend, then we will always give you the time back. We just ask that you can be flexible as we never know what is going to happen!!
Re meals, most of your meals are provided (within reason!!). Breakfast (cereal, toast etc) , lunch , which I will always cook and we try to eat as a family but it is on Spanish times, i.e. later than you are probably used to as Ben does not get back from school until 3.15. Then the evening meal is normally leftovers, a sandwich or something like that. If Rob is away working and I am working during the day then at times you may need to fend for yourselves and Ben, but I usually try and make something, or leave ingredients!!. Have even been known to make the odd cake or two!! We do not include alcohol or nibbles but will always invite you for a bevvy every now and then and if you are starving there is a local shop and a bar in the village!!
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Hi there to all,
Having now had our fair share of workawayers through the house, I think I should add a few more bits of information to help you decide if you would like to come and stay!!!!
We are meat eaters and you will be asked to cook meat, so if this does not appeal, please do not enquire!!
We have dogs and cats, so if allergic, probably not the best place to come!!
There are ALWAYS teenagers around so if you are not friendly and happy to put up with a stroppy teenager sometimes, stay clear!!!!!!!!!! This is very important to us, so please, if you are not used to children or dogs do not email!!!!
Basically if you are chatty, outgoing, not shy of some hard work and have a good sense of humour, we would love to have you to stay. You will always have time off to explore and are always included in anything we have going on, if possible, such as trips to Granada, Seville, Cordoba and such like.
We only have 1 room free for workawayers at present, so if there are 2 of you travelling, please specify if you are a couple or just friends!
Hopefully speak to you soon. :)
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Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
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During our stay the "work" varied greatly from assembling IKEA furniture, to helping do groceries, to helping… read more
Michael is an absolute joy to have around the house. I cannot praise him enough!! He is AMAZING with children and has exactly the right amount of fun with them whilst still maintaining disipline - not… read more
Caroline, Rob and Ben make you feel at home from day 1. Ben is a fantastic kid (he will definitely be missed!) and Caroline and Rob are so easy to get along with. They are always up for a laugh which was brilliant! The work is easy and fun most of the time - as they said, there are no two days alike!… read more
From the moment we walked in the door, we immediately felt like we were at home, but at the same time enjoyed being in a rural Spanish… read more
I had a brilliant experience from the start of May to the start of June. The location is perfect. A cosy house in a small and tranquil Spanish village. The traditional, Andalusian life outside but all… read more
Not only did they go the distance to make us a part of their family but they did everything, and more, that could be asked of a host family when it came to getting us out to see Spain.
The work and… read more
They are a really delightful couple and slotted into the household with ease. Nothing was too much hassle and every challenge given, undertaken with a sense of humor. Dylan was tasked to help out Rob with the building work and… read more
I do hope we haven't put you… read more
Sam is a delight to have around, always with a smile and a joke. She is extremely capable and ready to tackle any task asked of her. A keen cook and although she doesn't eat red meat is more than happy to prepare and cook it.
We had some… read more
Lara, we hope that your… read more
Lots of love and take care <3
Excellent… read more
The best of luck to you on your adventures hon and remember to drop in if passing, would be great to hear about your travels so far, or… read more
The work is varied and not too taxing (if playing on the Wii can be considered work!) and your time off can be spent relaxing or you can join in with tours of the local areas, quad biking and… read more
