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9 May 2024
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Hello and Welcome to the Canary Islands!
I am a 70 years man from Ireland who has been a host on Workaway for twelve years. I have also hosted more than 400 people on another platform where I am an Ambassador.
I live on private land next to Charco del Palo Naturist/Nudist village on Lanzarote in the Canary Islands.
This is Off Grid living. Living in the nature. Washing in natural sea pools.
You should be a Naturist or be interested in experiencing naturism. Please indicate this in your reply. If you read my reviews you will see the type of people who have enjoyed being here. I hope to receive requests from people who would also enjoy this experience.
There are no time limits, you can stay as long as you like.
This will be completely free for you.
Please tell me why you would enjoy being here.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Simon
Types of help and learning opportunities
Elderly Companionship
Animal Care
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will experience Naturism in a natural setting.
Off grid... more hiking, swimming and vitamin D. Not to mention the mental health benefits of being surrounded by nature which proves arguably safer than urban life and will result in a more calm and peaceful state of mind.
A chance to Reconnect with nature: Living off-grid strips away the stresses of modern living and allows you to return to nature – there are natural pools to swim in and birds to watch
Help
Just a good humour and be flexible and easy going...
Very little work, just some help preparing meals, cleaning and walking my dog, about one hour a day.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Accommodation
You will be sleeping in a seperate tent.
I have mattresses, sleeping bags and blankets.
What else ...
If it matters, I am gay (And so is my dog :)), but you don't need to be to stay here. All welcome.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
One hour a day.
Host ref number: 791963839338
Feedback (32)
2 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elle-Louise)
Elle (Lemon) stayed with me during April and May and I was so glad to have such a helpful, vibrant and sociable person with such a wide range of skills and life experience. Workawayers following in the footsteps of Lemon to my listing will have a hard act to follow as Lemon is as nice and as helpful as anyone could be. You will be very lucky if… read more
(Excellent
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27 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Talia) for host
Simon was a great host! He is living a very unique lifestyle that I feel lucky to have been able to experience. Living the way he dose gives one a perfect opportunity to re connect with nature. Simon is a generous man with lots of stories to share. The days can be spent talking or quite, both energies are comfortable in his company. I would… read more
27 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Talia)
Talia is an adventurous, open minded girl who is happy all the time.
Always offering to help in any way that she could, Talia was the perfect person to be here with me and "Paddy"
Talia embraced the naturist lifestyle of Charco del Palo and I am always happy when someone can join in with culture of this unique village in Lanzarote.
I can… read more
Always offering to help in any way that she could, Talia was the perfect person to be here with me and "Paddy"
Talia embraced the naturist lifestyle of Charco del Palo and I am always happy when someone can join in with culture of this unique village in Lanzarote.
I can… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Heloisa) for host
I stayed with Simon for a week in this little paradisiacal place, full of sun, nature and friendly people nearby.
I enjoyed the company of him and his dog.
Simon is very calm, always with an open heart to talk about any type of subject.
Many connections with the sea and the animals that were there, I will never forget those moments.
This place is… read more
I enjoyed the company of him and his dog.
Simon is very calm, always with an open heart to talk about any type of subject.
Many connections with the sea and the animals that were there, I will never forget those moments.
This place is… read more
30 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Heloisa)
Heloisa is kind, helpful, friendly and always funny :)
Heloisa loves my dog Paddy but she loves the Octupuses in Charco del Palo even more :)
I was very glad I accepted Heloisa's last minute request to visit me for Christmas. We had a lovely time listening and playing music together with my friend Antje and it was just perfect.
Heloisa I wish… read more
Heloisa loves my dog Paddy but she loves the Octupuses in Charco del Palo even more :)
I was very glad I accepted Heloisa's last minute request to visit me for Christmas. We had a lovely time listening and playing music together with my friend Antje and it was just perfect.
Heloisa I wish… read more
(Very good
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2 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elle-Louise)
Elle (Lemon) stayed with me during April and May and I was so glad to have such a helpful, vibrant and sociable person with such a wide range of skills and life experience. Workawayers following in the footsteps of Lemon to my listing will have a hard act to follow as Lemon is as nice and as helpful as anyone could be. You will be very lucky if… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Talia) for host
Simon was a great host! He is living a very unique lifestyle that I feel lucky to have been able to experience. Living the way he dose gives one a perfect opportunity to re connect with nature. Simon is a generous man with lots of stories to share. The days can be spent talking or quite, both energies are comfortable in his company. I would… read more
27 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Talia)
Talia is an adventurous, open minded girl who is happy all the time.
Always offering to help in any way that she could, Talia was the perfect person to be here with me and "Paddy"
Talia embraced the naturist lifestyle of Charco del Palo and I am always happy when someone can join in with culture of this unique village in Lanzarote.
I can… read more
Always offering to help in any way that she could, Talia was the perfect person to be here with me and "Paddy"
Talia embraced the naturist lifestyle of Charco del Palo and I am always happy when someone can join in with culture of this unique village in Lanzarote.
I can… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Heloisa) for host
I stayed with Simon for a week in this little paradisiacal place, full of sun, nature and friendly people nearby.
I enjoyed the company of him and his dog.
Simon is very calm, always with an open heart to talk about any type of subject.
Many connections with the sea and the animals that were there, I will never forget those moments.
This place is… read more
I enjoyed the company of him and his dog.
Simon is very calm, always with an open heart to talk about any type of subject.
Many connections with the sea and the animals that were there, I will never forget those moments.
This place is… read more
30 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Heloisa)
Heloisa is kind, helpful, friendly and always funny :)
Heloisa loves my dog Paddy but she loves the Octupuses in Charco del Palo even more :)
I was very glad I accepted Heloisa's last minute request to visit me for Christmas. We had a lovely time listening and playing music together with my friend Antje and it was just perfect.
Heloisa I wish… read more
Heloisa loves my dog Paddy but she loves the Octupuses in Charco del Palo even more :)
I was very glad I accepted Heloisa's last minute request to visit me for Christmas. We had a lovely time listening and playing music together with my friend Antje and it was just perfect.
Heloisa I wish… read more
(Very good
)
3 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ida) for host
I stayed with Simon for a month and it was one of the greatest months in my life. Simon is very easy going, caring, flexible and loving person who has experienced a lot in his life. We got along very well and I definetly will go back to Lanzarote or wherever Simon is on that time.
Naturism, offgrid living and connecting with nature are important… read more
Naturism, offgrid living and connecting with nature are important… read more
19 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ida)
Ida stayed with me for a month during November and December and what a truly amazing time it was. Ida is not only a wonderful person to spend time with but someone I could rely on at all times. I had some health issues during that time and Ida came to the rescue looking after both me and my dog "Paddy" and always having a happy and smiling… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Anthony Július Alan) for host
What to say… after a very intense sailing season I was searching for something that would let me relax & feel truly free.
I stayed with Simon for a month and wow it absolutely flew by!
Simons a very interesting man who has lived many lives, met countless people and is a fellow naturist.
This place is truly a naturists dream… you can be unclothed… read more
I stayed with Simon for a month and wow it absolutely flew by!
Simons a very interesting man who has lived many lives, met countless people and is a fellow naturist.
This place is truly a naturists dream… you can be unclothed… read more
1 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anthony Július Alan)
I was very happy that AJ came to stay with me, not only because he is someone that everybody would lwant to spend time with, but also because it was about time I finally received a request from a male volunteer!
AJ was very helpful to me in many ways. Not that there is really much work to do here, but any way he could help he was quick to do so… read more
AJ was very helpful to me in many ways. Not that there is really much work to do here, but any way he could help he was quick to do so… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Megan) for host
This was a great experience! Simons description was very accurate - it was a lot of fun exploring the local town of Charco del Palo in the nude, and I was fortunate to also share my time there with another young guy. We spent most mornings and evenings eating with Simon who lives just a short distance from the village, and we went on a daily… read more
1 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan)
Meg is exactly the kind of visitor I like to have here... Someone who embraces the naturist and off grid natural lifestyle of where I am at Charco del Palo.
Meg is also someone who is helpful, friendly, interesting to talk with and has a mature attitude to life. I am wishing for more Workawayers who are as nice as Meg...
Meg is also someone who is helpful, friendly, interesting to talk with and has a mature attitude to life. I am wishing for more Workawayers who are as nice as Meg...
(Excellent
)
19 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Smilla) for host
I had a wonderful time with Simon and Paddy!
Simon is a very open and interesting person. He has experienced so much and loves sharing his stories.
We met in Barcelona, were at a naturist campsite, and in the middle of Spain at a remote nuclear power station with a lake and then took the ferry from Cadiz to Lanzarote. He lives there in a really… read more
Simon is a very open and interesting person. He has experienced so much and loves sharing his stories.
We met in Barcelona, were at a naturist campsite, and in the middle of Spain at a remote nuclear power station with a lake and then took the ferry from Cadiz to Lanzarote. He lives there in a really… read more
10 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Smilla)
What a wonderful experience it was to travel with Smilla. I have never met someone so open minded, helpful, funny and caring and I am so happy Smilla came to stay with me and "Paddy". Smilla is someone who puts her heart into everything that she does and anyone will feel their lives enriched just by being with her. Others coming here now will have… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Leticia) for host
Wow, what an amazing experience with Simon and Paddy at the lil paradise that is Charco del Palo! Simon was such a lovely host, very interesting person with lots of good stories to tell. I thoroughly enjoyed our adventures around the island, our dips in the pool and late night wine fuelled chats :) Thank you so much for sharing your week with me,… read more
29 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Leticia)
If I could imagine the perfect person to visit my space in Lanzarote, it would be Leticia. Someone so helpful , caring, generous, open minded, trusting and adventurous is hard to find in this World. Leticia was here with us for a week, but a very memorable week. Such a good friend to my dog "Paddy" as well. We both miss you already...
(Excellent
)
18 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hanga) for host
Simon is an amazing person. I have never met somebody like him. He still has a soul like a twenty years old which is really inspiring. You never get bored of his stories of life. And Charco del Palo is a perfectly chill place where I felt so free as not a lot of places before. Oh I cannot forget to mention Paddy who always keen to play and greet… read more
29 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanga)
Hanga is full of enthusiasm and was good company for me here in Lanzarote. A very likeable personality, full of optimism and quickly adapted to the off grid naturist lifestyle. I hope I get more visitors as nice as Hanga.
(Excellent
)
30 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth) for host
I really enjoyed my time with Simon and the experience of walking around naked not just our area but the village as well. Amazing experience to be so free.
Simon and I spend hours interacting, sharing life experiences and laughing in a chilled and relaxed environment. If your open to new experiences or want to extend your naturism experiences… read more
Simon and I spend hours interacting, sharing life experiences and laughing in a chilled and relaxed environment. If your open to new experiences or want to extend your naturism experiences… read more
29 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth)
Feel very lucky to get a visit from Liz. We shared many aspects of life and had many anecdotes to exchange from our lives of van dwelling and festivals. An open minded personality who is always happy to share whatever she has, I was very happy to be Liz's first Workaway host.
(Excellent
)
23 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (María Yurena )
Maria asked me not to leave any feedback because we had become friends and friends don't need to leave feedback, but I am going to leave it anyway...
Maria is the best!
Maria is the best!
(Excellent
)
10 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Verena)
Verena is a very nice person :)
Most of all Verena is a very helpful person. We made friends very easily but I think Verena was an even bigger friend of my dog "Paddy". He was waiting every morning to greet her when she woke up and now I think he misses her!
We had many interesting chats about all kinds of issues and the three weeks went far too… read more
Most of all Verena is a very helpful person. We made friends very easily but I think Verena was an even bigger friend of my dog "Paddy". He was waiting every morning to greet her when she woke up and now I think he misses her!
We had many interesting chats about all kinds of issues and the three weeks went far too… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Verena) for host
I had really great three weeks with Simon and Paddy over Chistmas and New Years. We treated these days like every other and it was a great opportunity to escape the stress at home.
He has infinite storys about his travel and work experience and always likes to share those. You can have long chats with him about everything you can imagine,… read more
He has infinite storys about his travel and work experience and always likes to share those. You can have long chats with him about everything you can imagine,… read more
19 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lili) for host
Simon was a great host with a lot of amazing stories to tell. Whether we were hanging out in different places in Lanzarote or exploring beautiful new places in la Palma, I always felt really comfortable around him.
Safe to say that I enjoyed my time with Simon and Paddy a lot.
Thank you so much for letting me experience this great lifestyle you… read more
Safe to say that I enjoyed my time with Simon and Paddy a lot.
Thank you so much for letting me experience this great lifestyle you… read more
19 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lili)
Lili was everything I could hope for in a travel companion on our trip around Lanzarote and La Palma islands. So easy going and always in a good humour. We had many long chats as we camped in wild places on beaches and forests or anywhere else we found ourselves on our travels around the islands. I hope to meet more people as nice as Lily...
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eliška )
Many people talk about being "Open minded" but Eliska really is someone who is and I learnt a lot from Eliska. It is impossible for me to imagine someone who would be better to spend time with and be so helpful to me as well. Life on the road has its great moments and occasional difficulties like any other lifestyle but Eliska made every day a… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)
Sara was fun to be with. There is no real work at my Workaway so I like people easy going like Sara that I can get along with. We traveled together in mainland Spain, on the ferry to Lanzarote and some time on the island. I would welcome back Sara anytime and hopefully I will!
(Excellent
)
1 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host
Simon is a great human being willing to help people just to share and jnteract while learning from each other's backgrounds and cultures. Paddy is a lovely quiet dog who wants just you to play around with him and his toys.
The experience, as expected, was a daily new seeing and understanding, which also conduced me to reaffirm my own chosen life… read more
The experience, as expected, was a daily new seeing and understanding, which also conduced me to reaffirm my own chosen life… read more
1 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)
Diana is someone everyone would want to invite. Always looking for work that needed to be done without me even having to ask. My house and my van are spotlessly clean because Diana has a high level of cleanliness. But more than that, Diana fitted in very quickly with the ethos of the project and I learnt a lot from Diana about many aspects of… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Selina) for host
I had my first workaway experience with Simon and it was super! I stayed with simon and Paddy three weeks and Simon is one of the most welcoming and sharing persons I know. I felt safe and comfortable immediately and I really enjoyed my time with the two. It was a pleasure having inside in the lifestyle and histories of Simon. I can totally… read more
14 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Selina)
Serina stayed at the Finca for three weeks and during that time I can say that I had the best food of my whole time in Spain. Serina took over the cooking and did a great job. But more than that, Serina totally embraced the Off-Grid naturist lifestyle at the Finca and it was a real pleasure to meet someone so open minded, knowledgeable about so… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Grace) for host
Simon is one of the most generous and genuine people I have ever met. Right from the beginning when he picked me up from the bus station (driving an hour out of his way to do so) and we had such an open conversation about life, I knew we were going to be friends. This kindness continued as Simon and Paddy opened their home to me, and I loved every… read more
3 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Grace)
Grace is everything you would hope for in a Workawayer. Always willing to help and always having such a sunny and positive vibe. Grace has such an interest in everything that is happening where she is as well as being able to offer good advice and knowledge of so many aspects of life. Although new to Naturism, Grace embraced it fully and was a… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
I stayed with Simon for my first workaway and had a wonderful time. Simon is a kind, generous, easy going person with lots of great stories and I feel very grateful to have had such a good experience. Simon is a naturist which means he is naked most of the time, and although I hadn't tried being naked before I often felt comfortable to be. Simon's… read more
19 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie is amazing! I never seen anyone adapt so quickly to living in a new situation. We live off grid here and Sophie embraced the lifestyle in all aspects with enthusiasm. Also so mature in her outlook. We had many interesting discussions on all aspects of life. Also getting along well with Susannah who was here at the same time. I miss you both… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Susanna) for host
I spent two weeks with Simon - during these two weeks we where either living in his off grid home in the middle of a beautiful landscape or driving around in his van to different places in Spain.
I very much enjoyed my time with Simon. There was not much work to do so I had a lot of free time to explore the surroundings, go swimming in one of the… read more
I very much enjoyed my time with Simon. There was not much work to do so I had a lot of free time to explore the surroundings, go swimming in one of the… read more
21 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Susanna)
Susannah is someone who was a great gift to my off grid project. Someone who is a great think and added so much to the experience of living where I do. I simply could not have hoped for anyone better to help out with everything that needed to be done here. I really appreciated Susannah's input into everything. We traveled a bit too and Susannah… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Chelsey & Boris)
I had a wonderful time hosting Boris and Chelsey. So enthusiastic to get involved in any work that needed to be done and were also such good company.
For both Boris and Chelsey it was their first time to experience naturism and they embraced the lifestyle fully. We also found time to visit the naturism camping near Vera Playa in the campervan… read more
For both Boris and Chelsey it was their first time to experience naturism and they embraced the lifestyle fully. We also found time to visit the naturism camping near Vera Playa in the campervan… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tereza) for host
Simon is amazing person with lot of hosting experience, willing to share his house, stories and adventures. It was fantastic to join this journey and travel around scottish isles for 2 months with Simon and Paddy! Always good weather, mood and memories. Thank you very much and hope your next travels will be just as good :)
27 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tereza)
Tereza is probably the best person you could ever hope to find on Workaway. My Workaway hosting is a little bit unusual because it is for people to travel with me in my campervan and help out on the road with navigating and all the other stuff that happens when traveling a few thousand kilometres in a van. I have never met someone so helpful and… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Constanza)
I have travelled with onstanza for 2 months around Ireland,Scotland and the Orkney and Shetland islands. Constanza has been so helpful to me and really cares for my dog "Paddy". A very easy going and relaxed personality and always happy and laughing, I am sorry that she had to finally leave to go to Sweden, because it will not be easy to find… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
Simon was here during March and April and I was very pleased for his help. Simon is someone I could completely trust in my home and was also very sociable and easy going. I would completely recommend him for anything you would have in mind. A very good Workawayer!
(Excellent
)
28 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gaelle) for host
I really enjoyed my time staying in Clara with Simon and his dog Paddy. I took care of Paddy when Simon was away but otherwise that was more holidays for me than volunteering during 2 week. Simon is really nice and just want to be sure you have everything you need. I have been walking all around with Paddy and that's a nice area to discover. It's… read more
28 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Gaelle)
Gaelle is probably the best Workawayer I have had staying with me in Clara. So much care of my cottage and especially such a good friend to my dog "Paddy". Apart from that Gaelle is very smart and fun to be with. I couldn't have wished for anyone better...
(Excellent
)
8 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Belinda) for host
I stayed at Simons place for only a week. The minute I met him I knew , he´ll be a great host and as soon as I get to know his lovely but sometimes stubborn dog Paddy I felt more than welcome. Even though Simon was feeling bad when I stayed there, he was a great host. I met a few of his friends ,who also took me to the next town Tullamoore. There… read more
8 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Belinda)
Belinda was here at a time when I really needed someone to be here. Not only so I could travel but also on my return when I was struck down by illness and needed someone here to walk my dog and do things around the house that I was not able to do myself. I was lucky to have such a helpful person like Belina to take care of things. Belinda has a… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sandra) for host
I really enjoyed my stay at Simons place. He was really chilled out and made me feel right at home. Being a keen traveller he had lots of interesting stories to tell about his experiences. I enjoyed chatting to him. I don't think I've ever met anyone so laid back in my whole life. If he was a chair, he'd be a hammock. lol. Which is a great quality… read more
19 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)
Sandra stayed here at the cottage during January while I was travelling. Someone I could trust with my cottage and dog and was also good fun to have staying in the cottage while I was home as well. I would completely recommend Sandra as someone with an interesting and full life experience that could be more than useful to anyone on this network...
(Excellent
)
27 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Madeleine)
Madeleine was the best helper I could have possibly have hoped for. Trustworthy, helpful, intelligent and a very easy person to have living here. Madeleine loved my dog 'Paddy' and was very thoughtful with great life knowledge. Madeleine added to the chilled out and relaxed atmosphere of my country cottage and will be missed by both me and… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Judit)
Judit is everything I like from a visitor to my cottage. Judit is calm, helpful, reliable, easygoing and I was sorry when she had to leave. I wish for more helpers like Judit.
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Xing)
Lili stayed with me for 3 weeks in the Summer of '18. It was a lot of fun. We did so much together in and around Clara and I enjoyed every minute of it. Lili laughs so much, I never met such a happy person! So helpful to me around the cottage, my cottage never looked so clean. Thank you for showing me how to make omelettes Xing, but I could never… read more
(Excellent
)
24 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Shenlan)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(No show)
19 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (DIANA) for host
Thanks Simon for the good feedback :) I really enjoyed the time that I spend on the cottage, Simon is a fun friend who always wants to be outdoors, travel, visit new places and is full of interesting stories and paddy is very cute and such a lovely dog that definitely you would love since the first moment. I'm so thankful with you Simon, if I go… read more
14 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (DIANA)
Diana is the best! Such a good friend to my dog, "Paddy" but even more than that, someone who tries so hard to be as helpful as possible. Here nearly a month in Clara and the time passed so quickly, Apart from helping me at the cottage, we found time with other travelers to travel together to Donegal and other local trips where Diana was always… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gina) for host
Simon is a very good host. He is very kind and easygoing and made me feel very welcomed from the first time I stepped foot in his cottage. He has lots of crazy stories, you won't be bored. If you like dogs his dog Paddy will make you feel right at home also, he is just the sweetest and very playful. Clara is a small village in the middle of… read more
12 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gina)
Gina deserves six stars really :) I don't think I could find anyone else as helpful as Gina. Not only that but Gina is always in a good mood and very easy going about everything. Apart from helping me in the cottage we found time to make plenty of excursions and trips to nearby towns and countryside. Gina made the most of her time here and was… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marianne)
Marianne was one of the best people who came to my cottage. Totally reliable, helpful and always with a smile. Marianne helped me in the cottage and looked after my dog while I was away traveling. I could not have found anyone better.
(Excellent
)
25 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolina)
Carolina is a happy, friendly, chatty soul who I enjoyed having stay with me during part of January. Only a short stay but my cottage is so clean now :) I would happily have Carolina stay at my cottage again...
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Linda) for host
Simon (or “simply Simon” as he calls himself:wink:) is an easygoing host, with a passion for travelling and who at the core of its being wants to help people.
I’m so glad that he was the first host that crossed my path since I came to the Republic, as he made me feel welcome and home from the start.:blush:
I’m so glad that he was the first host that crossed my path since I came to the Republic, as he made me feel welcome and home from the start.:blush:
12 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Linda)
Linda stayed with me during November '17. In Linda I found someone who is completely reliable and trustworthy and I was happy to leave Linda in my house while I was away traveling and come back to find everything nicely in order. In fact Linda seems to enjoy solitude so I found the perfect person for what I needed My dog "Paddy" was very well… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jeanette) for host
Simons place was my first workaway experience and it was wonderful! There was not much work to do and Simon is really friendly and helpful. I became Paddy's best friend and I really enjoyed looking after him and Solly. Clara is a really nice town and the trip to Tory Island with Simon was so much fun! I strongly recommend this place :)
19 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanette)
Jeanette was one of my best ever helpers because she was very helpful to me, knowing herself what needed to be done at any time without me even asking. Very easy going and very mature for someone of ninteen, perhaps because Jeanette has traveled a lot and has a World view. We got along well together and even made a trip to visit my friends in… read more
(Excellent
)
24 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rach)
Rachel did a wonderful job looking after my dog and cat while I was away traveling. Rachel is someone who can be completely trusted with my home and I would without hesitation welcome her back anytime.
(Excellent
)
10 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie came to stay here just when I needed someone to look after my cottage and pets while I was away. Natalie did a fine job with that and I know she is a responsible and trustworthy person.
(Excellent
)
30 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilda & Sophie )
Tilli (Mathilda) was only with me for a few days looking after my pets while I was away in England. I feel so lucky that Tilli came to my rescue when 2 other helpers let me down at the last minute and I really could not have found anyone better.
When I got home after my trip, not only were my pets looked after so well, but my whole cottage was… read more
When I got home after my trip, not only were my pets looked after so well, but my whole cottage was… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Karine)
Karine is helpful, friendly and loves animals. A good 'Workawayer' who is very flexible and eager to help. Thanks Karine.
(Excellent
)
29 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anne) for host
I spent 3 nights at Simon's cottage and couldn't have wished for a better host for my first workaway experience. Even though he was not feeling 100% well (having recently come out of hospital) he couldn't have been more welcoming or accommodating and I felt totally safe there.
Paddy also made me very welcome and I became his new best friend as… read more
Paddy also made me very welcome and I became his new best friend as… read more
29 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anne)
Anne came to my cottage the day I came out after a week in Hospital. The house was a mess and I was still very sick but I could not have hoped for such a wonderful person as Anne to come to my assistance. Anne not only took care of my needs, helping in every way with cooking and walking my dog "Paddy", but Anne also found time to Spring clean most… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (blyoness) for host
Simon is a very welcoming host. Clara is small, with a library and a few shops, and is a quiet rural experience. As Simon says, this is simple living. The cottage is old with one hearth fire in the living room that is lit at night, so extra layers do help. Thing are very laid back here, and there isn't much fuss over floors and baths. If you like… read more
11 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (blyoness)
Blaine was someone I felt I could completely trust to stay in my home when I needed to travel to London for a few days and I was proved right. But Blaine was also good company while I was here as well and I was very happy that she managed to find enough to occupy her time in Clara. We had many discussions about all sorts of topics and I hope to… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Morris)
Morris is a very helpful, intelligent and thoughtful person who cared very much about my dog "Paddy". Morris has a mature outlook way beyond his years and is independent, reliable and trustworthy. All in all, someone who is the perfect person for a 'Workaway' project.
(Excellent
)
3 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jodie) for host
Simon was a very generous and relaxed host who took time to show me the surroundings and invited me on day-trips to nearby places. He is very knowledgeable with lots of interesting stories. I loved staying in the peaceful cottage and going for walks with the energetic dog, Paddy. Thank you!
24 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jodie)
Jodie is very helpful and especially became a good friend to my dog "Paddy", taking him on long walks and also looking after my cottage while I was traveling away for a few days. There is a very good picture of the cottage hanging in the room where the helpers sleep that Jodie drew, so anyone who comes can now admire Jodie's artwork as well...
(Excellent
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29 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Viviane)
Viviane is helpful and was happy to use her car so I could go to the market and visit nearby towns. I am very grateful for that and also Viviane was very good to my dog, "Paddy", taking him on long walks as well as occupying her time very well. Everything I would ever want from a Workawayer in fact!
(Excellent
)
13 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sawano)
Sawano is always very happy when she is working and helping to keep my cottage so clean. It was a pleasure to have Sawano staying here for the month of May and June. I will be very lucky if I have more helpers like Sawano. We miss you already...
(Excellent
)
20 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Mandy)
Mandy was very helpful to me. Mandy is also fun and interesting to be with. Also loving my dog Paddy, taking him on many walks and treating him like he was her own dog. I was very happy that Mandy came to Clara, even though it was for a shorter time than than expected because Mandy, just like me, is also a very spontaneous person!
(Excellent
)
24 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia came to Clara when she was feeling sick, I was feeling even more unwell and the weather was about the worst this Winter!
Still we managed to both get our health back and even managed to take a trip over to Clara bog on the only sunny day while Julia was here and Julia still got to give "Paddy" a few walks.
Julia is pleasant company and… read more
Still we managed to both get our health back and even managed to take a trip over to Clara bog on the only sunny day while Julia was here and Julia still got to give "Paddy" a few walks.
Julia is pleasant company and… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Mela)
Mela is a very interesting person to have staying in my cottage. We always had plenty to talk about with opinions on every subject possible.
But most important for me is that when I met Mela, I knew she is someone I could trust to leave in my cottage alone with my dog and cat when I had to go to London for a few days.
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But most important for me is that when I met Mela, I knew she is someone I could trust to leave in my cottage alone with my dog and cat when I had to go to London for a few days.
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(Excellent
)
20 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Anne-Claire)
Anna-Claire is funny, nice to be with and very curious about life. During her 2 weeks in Clara Anna Claire was very helpful to me and also made friends with my dog "Paddy", which is just as important to me. Anna-Claire is also a good cook and she cooks the best Lasagne I have ever eaten!
(Excellent
)
28 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Barbora) for host
I very much enjoyed staying at Simon's cottage - it was relaxing, surrounded by trees and there were many nice walks around. Simon is interesting person and I will remember all the stories from his travels! Thank you for sharing them with me:)
13 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Barbora)
Barbora stayed two weeks at my cottage in Clara, Ireland during September 2014 and was everything you could hope for in a Workawayer, helpful, friendly and easy going. Barbora also cooks very tasty goulash :) I could not have wished for anyone better to stay here.
(Excellent
)
1 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Giorgia) for host
Hi Simon!
Thanks a lot to you for your hospitality and all the informations you gave me!
Thanks a lot to you for your hospitality and all the informations you gave me!
27 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Giorgia)
Giorgia stayed with me for 2 weeks in Clara. Giorgia was very helpful to me and also good friends with my dog "Paddy". My house was always very clean while Georgia was here and I enjoyed our conversations and her easy-going nature. I recommend Georgia!
(Excellent
)
24 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie)
Maggie was here for a few days in May while waiting for her Mum to arrive from America. I'm really glad Maggie was here as she is very mature for her age and very helpful to me around the cottage as well as being a very good friend to my dog "Paddy". I would wish for more helpers like Maggie.
(Excellent
)
22 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (Kei) for host
I never met anyone who is super open mind parson as Simon!!
I had great time there!! Simon told me so many his interesting story~and also he introduced so many place and people to me!
and during stay there i could go traveling south area of Ireland.it was so nice experience!
I would like to visit there again someday ~~!!!
thanks a lot Simon!
I had great time there!! Simon told me so many his interesting story~and also he introduced so many place and people to me!
and during stay there i could go traveling south area of Ireland.it was so nice experience!
I would like to visit there again someday ~~!!!
thanks a lot Simon!
17 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Kei)
Kei is the best helper anyone could hope to visit. She is hard working, friendly, is very interested in the lives and culture of everyone and is also very adventurous when it comes to travelling. I don't think I could hope for anyone to be a better workaway helper than Kei. I am sorry that Kei has to leave, it will be difficult to find anyone… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Patricia Ho-Yi) for host
Thanks Simon for your kind words :) Simon was a great host, he gives you a lot of freedom and is always ready to help for any request you ask him. He also has a lot of funny and interesting travel anecdotes. Thank you for letting me stay at your place and for the trust you had in me.
13 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Patricia Ho-Yi)
Patricia was the best person anyone can expect to find. Apart from being a great help to me, she is absolutely reliable and trustworthy and enthusiastic for any job, big or small. Also such good company and fun to be with, joining in with other musicians in Clara to play music in a local pub. Full of confidence and a very experienced traveller who… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (MaKayla) for host
Simon was so great! I stayed with him for a week and he showed me all over Clara and we even took a day trip to Athone. I enjoyed hearing all of Simon's stories and learning a bit about the history of the area. He saved me when a host never showed up and you would be lucky to get a chance to spend some time here!
26 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (MaKayla)
Makayla stayed with me for a week in September. I enjoyed her stay with me and enjoyed hearing about her life in Idaho and her plans to travel in Ireland. Makayla is a very welcome guest, helping me with housekeeping and joining in on trips to the market and to Athlone as well as making friends with my dog "Paddy". Makayla, you are very… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
So I finally find out how to leave a review on here! Thanks Julia, it was fun you being here and you were a great help to me at the cottage and taking care of 'Paddy'. It was very brave of you to go hitch-hiking with me to Kerry and I enjoyed every minute of it. It's nice to meet someone who is open to new opportunities and your future hosts will… read more
(Excellent
)
