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We're two artists, Dennis & Ayet. We enjoy freeganism (not to be confused with veganism), like dumpsterdiving and we recycle and reclaim as much as we can. In 2009 Dennis was a volunteer at the Lammas Eco village in Wales and worked closely with Simon Dale who inspired him to live alternatively. Ayet finds a lot of joy in creating art with natural materials and gets her inspiration from this place and its surroundings.
We have a vegetable garden and several small natural houses, such as a Treehouse, the Sculptured House and the Bird's House. We built a small outdoor art studio, a small sauna and we have turned the workshop into a meeting space. For 2025 we plan to build a reading room built in the hillside, work in the gardens, pick berries and mushrooms, create art. We have also started an international initiative in which we work with people who want to start and live in eco-communties in our area. If your plan is to move to Sweden and live in a newly created small community, together with other growing communities, another reason to contact us!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We can teach building skills and how to grow and make certain food/drinks. You can join us on dumpsterdive trips. We have a large library with 95% English books. Plenty of practice in English conversations, about authentic life and everything that is connected to it.
Help
We need help with the vegetable garden, weeding, constructing and maintaining of small natural buildings. Help with cooking is optional ;) No experience is needed. We're not looking for experts. If anti-consumerism, autonomy, authentic living and creativity is something that you connect with, feel free to contact us. If you do write us, please don't write one or a few sentences but write about who you are, why you choose us and what your expectations and ambitions are, for example. If you feel consumerism has gone out of control but still expect to have a warm shower every day or every second day, this is not the right place for you. We have to clarify that we don't check how often you shower and that warm showers is what we have.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Your own private cabin that you might share with another volunteer. Long-term volunteers will have the option to sleep in the Treehouse or Sculptured House occasionally.
What else ...
We live 2 km from a small train station, that brings you to the closest villages in 15 minutes or 30 minutes to the closest city Karlstad. Our place is surrounded by forest and close to swimming lakes.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a good internet and wifi connection.
Space for parking camper vans
Nothing too big though.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 255984797986
Feedback (38)
12 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Suzanne & Rinze)
Suzanne & Rinze were very nice volunteers, who helped us a lot with dumpsterdiving, chopping dry firewood, and building our little outdoor firepit place and made their own haninging chair for it, which turned out to be great to sit on. We had lots of interesting conversations and Suzanne taught us how to make your own soap. We wish them all the… read more
(Excellent
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8 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Suzanne & Rinze) for host
Thank you Dennis and Ayet for this experience!
Denis and Ayet are very inspirational hosts. We really appreciated their patience in our creativity and rhythm, they give the opportunity to listen to yourself.
We worked with cob on a fire pit and made our own hanging chairs, this was fun and we learned practical skills during the process. On… read more
Denis and Ayet are very inspirational hosts. We really appreciated their patience in our creativity and rhythm, they give the opportunity to listen to yourself.
We worked with cob on a fire pit and made our own hanging chairs, this was fun and we learned practical skills during the process. On… read more
26 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I ended up in this calming place full of inspiration and creativity more or less by accident. Dennis and Ayet helped me when I felt uncomfortable elsewhere and I have to say I am very grateful that I ended up here. They are both very open-minded and friendly people who have their hearts in the right place. We had interesting conversations and a… read more
15 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Lena arrived at our place for one week but decided to return later in the summer for another three weeks. We enjoyed the contact with her very much, not only is she very helpful, we also had many interesting conversations and she's very honest, curious, empathic and open-minded. She helped us a lot with dumpsterdiving, which was a lot of fun.… read more
(Excellent
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10 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
This is a place where life slows down, where I could find rest, a new perspective and most of all loads of inspiration. Dennis and Ayet are very understanding, open-minded and kind people and living with them was a great pleasure. I especially enjoyed spending many afternoons with them in their cosy livingroom or on the sunny terrace having… read more
7 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
We really liked the company and help from Sophia. There was just a very comfortable flow between us and she learned quick and took initiative, including making delicious meals. She's a calm and honest person, her English is excellent and we had great conversations and many laughs with her. We're so happy that we had the opportunity to meet such a… read more
(Excellent
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12 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Suzanne & Rinze)
Suzanne & Rinze were very nice volunteers, who helped us a lot with dumpsterdiving, chopping dry firewood, and building our little outdoor firepit place and made their own haninging chair for it, which turned out to be great to sit on. We had lots of interesting conversations and Suzanne taught us how to make your own soap. We wish them all the… read more
(Excellent)
8 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Suzanne & Rinze) for host
Thank you Dennis and Ayet for this experience!
Denis and Ayet are very inspirational hosts. We really appreciated their patience in our creativity and rhythm, they give the opportunity to listen to yourself.
We worked with cob on a fire pit and made our own hanging chairs, this was fun and we learned practical skills during the process. On… read more
Denis and Ayet are very inspirational hosts. We really appreciated their patience in our creativity and rhythm, they give the opportunity to listen to yourself.
We worked with cob on a fire pit and made our own hanging chairs, this was fun and we learned practical skills during the process. On… read more
26 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I ended up in this calming place full of inspiration and creativity more or less by accident. Dennis and Ayet helped me when I felt uncomfortable elsewhere and I have to say I am very grateful that I ended up here. They are both very open-minded and friendly people who have their hearts in the right place. We had interesting conversations and a… read more
15 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Lena arrived at our place for one week but decided to return later in the summer for another three weeks. We enjoyed the contact with her very much, not only is she very helpful, we also had many interesting conversations and she's very honest, curious, empathic and open-minded. She helped us a lot with dumpsterdiving, which was a lot of fun.… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
This is a place where life slows down, where I could find rest, a new perspective and most of all loads of inspiration. Dennis and Ayet are very understanding, open-minded and kind people and living with them was a great pleasure. I especially enjoyed spending many afternoons with them in their cosy livingroom or on the sunny terrace having… read more
7 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
We really liked the company and help from Sophia. There was just a very comfortable flow between us and she learned quick and took initiative, including making delicious meals. She's a calm and honest person, her English is excellent and we had great conversations and many laughs with her. We're so happy that we had the opportunity to meet such a… read more
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Elodie) for host
It's been a very nice month spent between berries, mushrooms and delicate constructions. More than practical knowledge, it's above all the concretization of a "non-capitalist" way of life that I've learned over the last few weeks, and hopefully managed to imbibe myself of. Ayet and Dennis are very interesting and caring people, and it was a… read more
21 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Elodie)
We had a great time with Elodie, who was with us for four weeks. She's honest and spontaneous, easy to talk with, learns fast and has helped us with many things. She takes time to listen and to talk and we had many interesting conversations and also many laughs. Life was just flowing with her and she contributed to a great summer.
(Excellent)
1 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Didem & Tiemen)
Tiemen & Didem were at our place for three weeks and a lot happened. Not only did they do a lot of work, they also cooked tasty food like home made sushi, helped with the dumpsterdiving, engaged in many conversations, had many laughs and ended up buying a house nearby! They are openminded people and easy to communicate with. Their dog Rana is… read more
(Excellent)
22 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucia)
Lucia was at our place for three weeks. It was easy to spend time with her and she's always ready to help you if you need it but also shows a lot of initiative. She has a strong creative force inside of her and has a passion for reading. We found her empathic, open-minded and honest and we all look back at a wonderful time at the end of the season.
(Excellent)
1 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jordan & Judy) for host
Ayet, Dennis and Frederike were wonderful hosts for our first Workaway experience.
During our stay in July we were picking berries, weeding in the garden, and helping with small construction projects for a green house and building fire wood storage. We also helped to build a Cajon drum which you should play when you visit!
They love to spend… read more
During our stay in July we were picking berries, weeding in the garden, and helping with small construction projects for a green house and building fire wood storage. We also helped to build a Cajon drum which you should play when you visit!
They love to spend… read more
31 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordan & Judy)
Jordan & Judy were easy-going people, always communicated clear and it was a lot of fun spending time with them. They are open-minded, progressive and modest. Jordan is a great musician with an impressive voice, and when Judy joins the siging with him, it fits so well together. They are also never too lazy to do the dishes :) They were a great… read more
(Excellent)
22 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Pia & Fritz)
We enjoyed the company and help of Pia very much. She's a sensible and likeable person with a large general knowledge and it was very easy to talk with her. Her English is very good and she's relaxed, honest and open about many things. She learns quick and is always willing to get some work done. It makes us happy that she takes the environment… read more
(Excellent)
22 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Pia & Fritz) for host
Dear Ayet & Dennis,
it was an absolute pleasure to stay with and learn from you. The 3 weeks with you were a perfect first WorkAway experience filled with long intriguing conversations about film & life & more, lots of knowledge and the most beautiful nature. Thank's for a new perspective on life and showing me that a sustainable slow-paced life… read more
it was an absolute pleasure to stay with and learn from you. The 3 weeks with you were a perfect first WorkAway experience filled with long intriguing conversations about film & life & more, lots of knowledge and the most beautiful nature. Thank's for a new perspective on life and showing me that a sustainable slow-paced life… read more
10 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sara & Frederik) for host
We have spent 8 weeks on the beautiful property of Dennis and Ayet. We were really lucky to meet them coincidentally and happily accepted their offer to host us!
First of all, it was great to help with all the building projects! We helped finishing the 'bird house', building the whole workshop and constructing the stone wall of the future… read more
First of all, it was great to help with all the building projects! We helped finishing the 'bird house', building the whole workshop and constructing the stone wall of the future… read more
28 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Noémie) for host
Dear travellers,
I would like to share with you some words about my two months stay here.
From the first to the last day, Dennis and Ayet welcomed me as I was with kindliness, they encouraged me to be myself and they showed patience to answer all my questions. Through practice, reading and documentary, I learnt a lot about natural building,… read more
I would like to share with you some words about my two months stay here.
From the first to the last day, Dennis and Ayet welcomed me as I was with kindliness, they encouraged me to be myself and they showed patience to answer all my questions. Through practice, reading and documentary, I learnt a lot about natural building,… read more
6 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Noémie)
Noémie was at our place for two months and she was a great help. She learns fast, has a lot of curiosity, and shows a lot of courage in her decisions in life. She's patient and calm and we had many interesting conversations. She also got along very well with our other volunteers and we were very happy to get to know her. She's always welcome back.
(Excellent)
15 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Vivien)
We had a great time with Vivien. She helped us a lot and even drove around for us. She learns quick, and wants to learn new skills. There was an easy flow between us and we enjoyed the many interesting talks we had. Hearing her play music was just a pleasure! She stayed longer than planned but it could be even longer. She was part of a memorable… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Vivien) for host
I enjoyed it a lot at Ayet and Dennis place. I wanted to stay there for 3 weeks but ended up staying for 5 weeks. Working there doesnt really feel like working, it's fun and we always took breaks and took our time. I learned a lot here, not only about building and living an alternative life, but also about myself. The conversations we had helped… read more
24 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Benedicte) for host
Dear Dennis & Ayet, sorry for the late feedback!
Thank you so much for making it possible for me to stay so spontaneously. Although it was only a week, I took so much from my stay, learning about the way you live, natural building, movies and so many other things. I was happy to be outside a lot and enjoyed our conversations about life, society… read more
Thank you so much for making it possible for me to stay so spontaneously. Although it was only a week, I took so much from my stay, learning about the way you live, natural building, movies and so many other things. I was happy to be outside a lot and enjoyed our conversations about life, society… read more
4 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Benedicte)
Bene is a spontaneous person who was with us for one week only (pre-arranged). She had a lot of energy and helped us a lot with heavy work. There were many interesting conversations and it was easy to get along with her. Her English is very good and we can recommend her to any host.
(Excellent)
21 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Matoug13)
Mathilde was a great help. She's easy going, helped us with various tasks including watching some film submissions for our film festival. She also got along with our other volunteers and we enjoyed her company.
(Excellent)
17 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Justine)
Justine was with us for a month and we enjoyed her company and help. She's easy to talk with and has a big passion for cinema. We even ended up participating in a film she shot here. Her English is superb and she also got along very well with our other volunteers. We had many interesting conversations and our movie list just got longer ;)
(Excellent)
16 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host
Thank you for the insightful conversations, the off-the-grid experiences, the explanations, suggestions and tips in all sorts of domains when I needed them. From building to gardening to sharing, this past month has helped me clear my mind of life's trivialities and live at a more relaxing pace. Contributing to your project was very enjoyable, as… read more
12 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Parisa)
Parisa was an easy-going, social and curious person. We had great conversations and she helped us with the garden, kitchen and firewood.
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Turid)
It was very easy to have Turid here to help us. She learns quickly, shows initiative, is respectful and is comfortable to talk with. Her calm nature was in harmony with our calm environment. We can easily recommend her to any host. We just hope to hear her play her cello some day :)
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
I loved staying with Dennis and Ayet. It was very educational. Dennis and Ayet share their knowledge about sustainable lifestyles and permaculture as much -as general life wisdom-passionately.
23 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofia)
Sofia is a spontaneous and energetic person who helped us a lot with a variety of tasks. She's curious and open-minded, easy to get along with and willing to learn new things with enthusiasm. We were happy to have her at our place for a shorter time.
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
I couldn't be happier to stayed at Dennis and Ayets place for my first workaway experience! From the very first onward I felt welcomed and comfortable. It's truly hard to find words to describe this magnicifant place and Dennis and Ayet themselves. During those two weeks they taught me many things in regard to natural buildings, sustainability,… read more
21 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
We really enjoyed having Caroline here. She's a calm person with a curious mind, a quick and enthusiastic learner, communicative, social and always ready to do some work if needed. We had many interesting talks and she helped us with a variety of tasks such as berry picking, mixing clay, chopping and sawing wood. We hope to see her again some day.
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Frederike) for host
How should I find words for an experience that made me speechless? How should I be able to describe Dennis und Ayet in a short text when they evoke so many thoughts and feelings inside of me?
It is not possible to express how much the stay at Dennis and Ayets place had touched me. They taught me to see life a new way - focused on authenticity and… read more
It is not possible to express how much the stay at Dennis and Ayets place had touched me. They taught me to see life a new way - focused on authenticity and… read more
30 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Frederike)
Frederike came with her friend Linea and we really enjoyed their company and help. They were open-minded, easy to talk with and enthusiastic with a healthy dose of curiosity. Frederike stayed longer than her friend (this was pre-arranged) and it was so easy to have her living and working with us. She's a very quick learner, incredible honest about… read more
(Excellent)
29 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie) for host
This space is truly divine, magical, serene and special. The people that walk it are open, kind, giving, generous and fair. The experience I had here was supportive and growing. It allowed me to express my truth and full authenticity, I had space to create and be without pressure and I was accepted and treated like a family member. It is a space I… read more
28 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)
Stephanie is an enthusiastic person with an unbridled curiosity. It was very easy to get along and she's a fast learner, showing initiative where it needs. She also became a very dedicated dumpsterdiver. The vegan meals she cooked were delicious. She communicates really well, being honest and open-minded. So thank you for everything and we wish… read more
(Excellent)
8 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Solène)
Sol is a very experienced traveller and she immediately felt comfortable with us and our place. It's very easy to talk with her and we were fascinated by her stories. During the winter time, she had enough of her own small projects to keep herself busy but we did build a stone terrace with her and started to build our summer bathroom. She learns… read more
(Excellent)
8 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Veronika) for host
Dennis and Ayet happy people living in amazing place. They are funny, creative, honest, knowledgeable not only about natural building and permaculture but about life, people and their emotions about good books about art and music. Just beautiful creatures.
I learn a lot. They share personal stuff and they give me a lot as a human being. Stay… read more
I learn a lot. They share personal stuff and they give me a lot as a human being. Stay… read more
9 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronika)
Veronika is a unique human-being, who not only helped us a lot with the work but also shared many interesting, personal and funny stories and experiences. She's incredibly honest and her spontaneity created an atmosphere of comfort and acceptance. She'll be missed but she's very welcome to visit any time again.
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Federico)
Federico is a very friendly guy, full of good ideas, especially when it comes to movies and film festivals. He's honest and easy to talk with once he settled in after one or two days. He's calm and willing to take up tasks like cleaning, picking berries, painting and gathering materials. He was social and respectful to everyone else and it was a… read more
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Federico) for host
Dennis and Ayet are two of the most interesting people I've ever met. Smart, funny, inspiring, everything about them cannot but give you supergood vibes. If you are looking for someone who's really worth spending your time with, they are perfect for you.
Not a single second of your days will feel like wasted, you will always get something, either… read more
Not a single second of your days will feel like wasted, you will always get something, either… read more
14 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Linus & Anne)
Anne was a great help and it was a pleasure to have her here at our place. She learns quick and has a lot of enthusiasm. She's very social, charming, authentic, empathic and is a good listener as well. She became very interested in natural building and we're confident that one day she'll build her own. She has great ideas and views that gave us… read more
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah-Maria is a calm and friendly person who pays attention to many details and is full of positive curiosity. She enjoys talking with other people but also takes time for herself. It was a short stay but she helped us a lot with berry-picking and building a funky wooden fence.
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
Thank you for inviting and meeting me as who I am without any judgement! It was so fun to learn and build the fence of recycled branches. Dennis and Ayet really knows what it is to be a human in this tough society. That we all are struggling with our self and our life. They are never rushing in a conversation, they now the value of meeting and… read more
8 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Milena & Clément ) for host
We had a great time in the Woods. While Ayet is the quiet force of the place, Dennis will have many stories and opinions to share. Both of them are always opened for a talk and new projects/ideas. We definitely learned a lot about dumpsterdiving as they have good tips and great experience in the field.
The place itself is really quiet and nice,… read more
The place itself is really quiet and nice,… read more
6 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Milena & Clément )
Milena & Clément were a great help, especially with dumpsterdiving. It was easy to get along with them. Milena has a lot of positive energy while Clément is the calm person who prefers working on his own. They helped out with cooking delicious food and shared many interesting stories. Thanks for all your help and the best of luck with your travels!
(Excellent)
12 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nicolas) for host
Dennis and Ayett are supernice hosts and welcomed me into their live and home. I unfortunately missed the natural building as they were just finished with everything when I arrived. I got to do a big range of other tasks and learned how to debark treetrunks for their next project. The surroundings are beatiful and its visible how much love they… read more
9 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)
Nicolas is a positive and easy-going person. His general knowledge is large and he has a good sense of humour. We had many interesting chats and he always did a lot of work and showed initiative. He was very respectful and sincere to everyone and we can recommend him to any host. Thanks for the help, Nicolas!
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host
During my stay I had many interesting conversations with Ayet and Dennis about society, movies and psychology. They taught me a lot about wood, building natural buildings and living sustainably. Thank you, Dennis and Ayet, I really enjoyed my time and learned a lot!
If you are interested in learning how to live a sustainable and natural life, I… read more
If you are interested in learning how to live a sustainable and natural life, I… read more
5 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna)
Hanna is a really nice and interesting person. She's a very quick learner and her English is excellent. She showed initiative and is curious by nature. It was always easy to talk with her. We can only highly recommend her to other hosts. Thanks for everything, Hanna!
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Shushu_)
Isabella is a positive, open-minded and outgoing person. She enjoys talking and got along with everyone else. She did realize that our lifestyle wasn't something she wanted to learn more about and she left earlier than planned.
(Good)
25 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia is a friendly and quiet person who went out of her comfort zone to volunteer at our place. Communication was at times a bit difficult but she did get along well with the others. Our lifestyle was not really her cup of tea but we like the fact that she tried anyway. She left earlier than planned.
(Good)
25 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Farah)
Farah is a positive and open-minded person with a lot of travel experience. It was easy to talk with her, she's easy-going with the others and adapts quickly. Her dietary preferences didn't always go smooth with our meals though but we usually managed. She stayed a bit shorter than planned.
(Very good)
23 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lucie) for host
I had a wonderful time working with Dennis and Ayet on a treehouse in Bäckebron. They are welcoming, easy-going and knowledgeable hosts. They were always willing to teach and share, discussing about eco-construction, natural buildings or music and films. I extended my stay almost straight away, it was inspiring to discover how one can live a more… read more
1 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie)
Lucie is a nice and calm person, who also sings and plays the guitar beautifully. She decided quite soon to extend her stay with ten days and has been a great help with building a treehouse. She's easy to talk with and always willing to help. Thanks again, Lucie!
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Birdy) for host
I had the most beautiful month living and working and reading and writing in this little birchwood glade hidden among the sleepy forests of Bäckebron. Dennis and Ayet are warm and sincere people interested in living sustainably and simply off the land and from the surplus of society. They are smart and interesting and extremely easy going. I… read more
1 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Birdy)
It was a pleasure to have them spend a month at our place. With their extensive travel experience as a workawayer, it was very easy to get along with them. They're one of the hardest workers we've had and still always asked if there was anything more he could do. They are a quick learner. We also enjoyed the conversations we had about film, travel… read more
(Excellent)
7 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Celine)
Celine was a very positive person who always worked more than asked for, and willing to learn new things. She easily engaged in conversations and took a lot of initiative. She even worked as a German translator when we had guests who didn't speak English. Thanks for all your help.
(Excellent)
7 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Celine) for host
Dennis and Ayet are super nice. Even tho I stayed shorter than expected, I'm grateful that they hosted me. I think what amazed and inspired me the most was their entire life style because I learned to appriciate what I took for grated in my every day life and experience it in a different way. I think both are really knowlegeable espaccically buy… read more
6 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
We truly enjoyed getting to know Dennis (since Ayet unfortunately was gone for most of the time we were there) and sharing good conversations in the midday sun when it was too hot to move. There are so many movies and documentaries we want to watch now, and books to read and skills to learn, because we felt inspired by Dennis. He created a little… read more
31 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia & Simon were a great help together, including driving to town when all trains were cancelled. The heat was at times unbearable, which had an effect on the work we all did. They are nice people with a healthy view on the world and always ready to help. Many thanks to the both of you!
(Excellent)
31 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie & Katerina)
Mel & Kat were easy-going volunteers who showed a lot of initiative, always working more than asked for. They shared loads of interesting and fun stories with us. They also managed the heatwave better than the rest of us ;) Thanks again for all your help!
(Excellent)
9 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Auriane & Christophe)
Auriane is a spontaneous and charming person. She signed up for 18 days but left suddenly after 8 days to volunteer at a commercial festival. Besides that, she's eager to work, has loads of questions and is very social with everyone else.
(Good)
2 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Naomi & Euan) for host
What a great and inspiring place hidden in the forest! So happy that we had the opportunity to spend a week here, helping with the new natural building, woodwork, picking blueberries and having our first introduction into dumpster diving! Dennis and Ayet were great hosts, happy to answer any questions and teaching us new skills. This experience… read more
1 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Naomi & Euan)
Naomi & Euan are kind and friendly people who are very experienced travellers. They easily adapted to everything and helped out a lot, always choosing to do extra work. They shared great stories and got more interested in natural building as well. Thanks again for all the help!
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Taniya & Bart) for host
Dennis and Ayet's place is a very welcoming, friendly and creative place. They are really easy-going, love to talk and we found it superinteresting to see how they live their lives as freegans.
We had a cozy cabin to ourselves and workwise it was searching for & carrying stones, stripping trees, cutting wood and weeding. They are very flexible… read more
We had a cozy cabin to ourselves and workwise it was searching for & carrying stones, stripping trees, cutting wood and weeding. They are very flexible… read more
12 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Taniya & Bart)
Bart & Taniya were very helpful and always worked more than they had to. They showed great initiative and offered to drive to the nearest village for dumpsterdiving every time. They are calm and respectable people who easily found time for themselves as well as spending a bit of time with us. We can surely recommend them to any host who are… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Cecilia_17)
Cecilia is a nice and calm person. Her English is very good, so conversations with her are easy. She got along with the other volunteers as well and worked more than was necessary. She understands everything easily and has a good general knowledge. Thanks for your help Cecilia!
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Daniela ) for host
We spent just few days at Dennis paradise, and it was amazing! The place is like a fairytale, where we could sleep in a hobbit house, the yurt, and the tree house (the dream of every child). We also enjoyed picking blueberries, doing jam and wine, taking care of the houses, and doing a bit of gardering in the tea garden. But the best thing was… read more
11 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Daniela )
Laura & Daniela were great people, who are very positive and helpful. They stayed only for a very short time but they felt immediately very comfortable with the place and the other volunteers. They learn quickly and we learned a lot from them. I hope to see them again.
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannes)
Hannes is a calm and likeable person who shows a lot of initiative. Sometimes a bit too much initiative ;) He was eager to learn things and even cooked sometimes. He also participated in the conversations we had with other volunteers, sometimes struggling a bit to keep up. Though the work load was not much at the end of the season, he was a big… read more
(Very good)
20 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Martyna) for host
Dennis is a very inspiring person. His houses and the environment next to is beautiful and you discover different things every day. I collect new ideas and possibilities for another lifesytle with nature and against consumption.
I hope I can visit this place again. Thank you so much!
I hope I can visit this place again. Thank you so much!
15 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Martyna)
Martyna is a nice and calm person. She was very respectful and kept everything clean, showed initiative and creativity in her work. Thank you for all your help!
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Leo) for host
I spent two weeks with the host and had a fantastic time. Located in the middle of a beautiful forest it was a treat to wake up every morning to see the trees and the views. I learnt a lot during my stay and had the opportunity to work on a wide variety of tasks. Among other things got to chop wood, build with natural materials, go… read more
7 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Leo)
It's been a lot of fun with Leo. He made us all laugh many times but also treated us with beautiful classical violin performances. He was very respectful and did all the work that needed to be done plus more. We had great conversations about all aspects of life. He's always welcome to come back again. To sum up the whole experience: NICE!
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tanja)
Tanja is a happy, calm and fearless person, who is very creative and determined. She's a skilled carpenter but unfortunately I didn't have any more planks left so we tried building with roundwood. She often played the guitar and wrote her own songs as well. I'm sure her German song about a lonely hobbit will become one day a hit. It was fun having… read more
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host
I was glad Dennis let me stay at his place even though I changed my travel plans and arrived four weeks later than I said. That already showed that he is spontaneous and looks at everyone as an individual also by giving tasks. He was happy to receive a carpenter in the house but it turned out that it was challenging for me to change my mind from… read more
6 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ayet) for host
Dennis is a friendly and caring host. I stayed at his place for almost 6 weeks and after that it was hard to leave. Most of the work I did was picking berries and mushrooms and collecting stones for different projects. The work was always rewarding, especially if you find exactly what you needed or even better when you find things that you didn’t… read more
2 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ayet)
Ayet is a calm, positively realistic person and she felt immediately very comfortable here. Communication was excellent and she was always ready to do some work. Her artistic soul made me appreciate her interpretation of the nature around me even more. I'm happy to have had the opportunity to get to know her. Thank you Ayet for your help and… read more
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma is someone with whom it's easy to talk with and understands everything very quickly. She's very adaptive to the tasks given and her calm personality made everyone feel at peace. She passed all levels in dumpsterdiving and she's now a certified dumpsterdiver. Thank you Emma for all your help and company, and I hope we'll meet again some day.
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I spent two weeks in September at Dennis' place and I really enjoyed my stay. The house is situated in the forest of Värmland which mean you are in the middle of nature living here. It is peaceful and quiet, I love it! Inspired by sustainability and natural houses, Dennis have built several natural buildings on his land. It is pretty amazing to… read more
15 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie)
Lucie is one of those people who has an amazing general knowledge and I certainly enjoyed the many conversations we had. It was very easy to get along with her and she participated in all the work, as well as spending time with the other volunteers. She has a great sense of humor and felt comfortable to be part of the group. She will be missed… read more
(Excellent)
29 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I had my first workaway experience at Dennis' place where I spent four wonderful, interesting and inspiring weeks!
Dennis is a smart, humorous and caring guy. It seems that there is no topic in the world he is not interested in. You can debate about everything imaginable, indeed there were favorite topics during my stay like disgusting… read more
Dennis is a smart, humorous and caring guy. It seems that there is no topic in the world he is not interested in. You can debate about everything imaginable, indeed there were favorite topics during my stay like disgusting… read more
27 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
It was really nice to have Lena at my place. She's an intelligent, calm and generous person. She shows initiative and keeps an eye out for things that need to be done. She's enthusiastic and comes with her own tips on how to improve certain things. We also had many interesting conversations and she got along with all the other people. Thanks for… read more
(Excellent)
24 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host
I had a great time at Dennis' place and it's been such a meaningful experience for me.
I had stimulating conversations with Dennis, Wiki and the other volunteers, about life, human nature, eco - sustainability and I had the chance to watch very interesting documentaries from Dennis' collection.
It's been great to meet other volunteers from… read more
I had stimulating conversations with Dennis, Wiki and the other volunteers, about life, human nature, eco - sustainability and I had the chance to watch very interesting documentaries from Dennis' collection.
It's been great to meet other volunteers from… read more
20 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela)
Daniela is a very kind and helpful person. She got along with everyone else and even cooked together some delicious Italian meals. She's generous and always ready to do some work around. She participated in our conversations, and wanted to know more about everyone's lives. I also learned more about her life and Italy. I hope to see her again next… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nick)
Nick felt very quickly comfortable at my place, and having brought his guitar with him, also gave us the pleasure of listening to his excellent musical performances during the evenings around the fire. He's a hard worker, willing to do extra work if needed. He's open-minded, calm and social and we had many interesting conversations. Time was short… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nick) for host
My stay here was my first workaway experience and both Dennis and Wiki made it very enjoyable. I had a great time exploring the nearby woods for building supplies, collecting and chopping firewood, assisting in building the outdoor shower, pulling weeds in the garden among other things. The cabin I stayed in was very comfortable and it was a… read more
28 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Souleymane)
It was a pleasure to have Souleymane as a guest and volunteer. He's open-minded, curious, social and intelligent. We had great conversations and he was actually paying attention to what he could learn. He speaks excellent English and felt quickly at ease with me and the other volunteers. We had the pleasure to taste some of his Senegalese dishes.… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Souleymane) for host
My fortnight stay at Dennis' place was my first experience via Workaway and it was such a rich experience! I enjoyed very much his private collection of books and documentary videos on natural building and self-reliance. But even so, the best learning part was through working with Dennis. He is very passionate and constantly has new ideas on how… read more
6 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia Tosca )
It was a pleasure to have Silvia at my place, not only to help me with the work, but also for the opportunity to have lots of meaningful conversations and learning from her views on the world today. Her English is excellent (though she will disagree with that), and I never had to explain things more than once. She's capable to see work that needs… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Silvia Tosca ) for host
Staying at Dennis' was my first Workaway experience, and I couldn't have asked for anything better. He knew I was ' a naive girl from the city', with a different mindset and a different lifestyle, but he still managed to make me feel at home, prizing my (limited) skills, opening up with me about his crazy life and interests, and he definitely… read more
