Profile information
Host rating
100 %
Last replied
9 Apr 2024
Reply rate
100.0 %
Usually responds within 3 days
Feedback
25
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Details
Description
We are a residential community with vacation rental components, permaculture and aquaponics. The property is filled with wildlife and tropical field conditions.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Local customs. Beach environment. Surf, dive on down time. The project itself is great for nature hikes along the beach and in the jungle.
Help
Currently looking for help with digital marketing/social media. Also looking for an artist that paints large canvass (Acrylic with an abstract marine-life theme). Carpenters also welcome.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Italian: Beginner
Accommodation
Small house with private bedroom. Shared bath. Fan.
What else ...
The work experience will involve the volunteer immersing themselves in the Spanish language.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Could use some help with digital marketing.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
5 hours, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 11764583664a
Feedback (17)
22 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Samuel & Isabel) for host
Hello, Brett :)
man, I really don't know how to describe.
was a great full time, and lots of experience, this man have a big heart and power full hands to build this big project by himself, thank you man for the time, it was great.
Love you guys :)
man, I really don't know how to describe.
was a great full time, and lots of experience, this man have a big heart and power full hands to build this big project by himself, thank you man for the time, it was great.
Love you guys :)
10 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Bastian) for host
Brett was an excellent host and always did his best to change up things around the project. Every day brought something new, from painting, gardening, maintenance work, or helping out with the airstrip project. I also spend some time at his coffee farm in Santa Fe.
We had great conversations and always saw each other eye to eye. His residential… read more
We had great conversations and always saw each other eye to eye. His residential… read more
15 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Katrin)
Katrin is a powerhouse. Excellent volunteer with the right spirit!
(Excellent
)
14 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Katrin) for host
Staying with Brett and his wonderful “right hand” Carlos has been a fantastic experience!
Brett had various projects for me. He offered me a diverse range of tasks (aquaponics, weeding, planting, cutting trees, cleaning around the lake, etc.). So, I could flexibly work on several each day and never got bored:) If you wish you can also work at… read more
Brett had various projects for me. He offered me a diverse range of tasks (aquaponics, weeding, planting, cutting trees, cleaning around the lake, etc.). So, I could flexibly work on several each day and never got bored:) If you wish you can also work at… read more
Feedback
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Accuracy of profile:
(4.9)
Cultural exchange:
(4.7)
Communication:
(4.9)
22 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Samuel & Isabel) for host
Hello, Brett :)
man, I really don't know how to describe.
was a great full time, and lots of experience, this man have a big heart and power full hands to build this big project by himself, thank you man for the time, it was great.
Love you guys :)
man, I really don't know how to describe.
was a great full time, and lots of experience, this man have a big heart and power full hands to build this big project by himself, thank you man for the time, it was great.
Love you guys :)
10 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Bastian) for host
Brett was an excellent host and always did his best to change up things around the project. Every day brought something new, from painting, gardening, maintenance work, or helping out with the airstrip project. I also spend some time at his coffee farm in Santa Fe.
We had great conversations and always saw each other eye to eye. His residential… read more
We had great conversations and always saw each other eye to eye. His residential… read more
15 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Katrin)
Katrin is a powerhouse. Excellent volunteer with the right spirit!
(Excellent
)
14 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Katrin) for host
Staying with Brett and his wonderful “right hand” Carlos has been a fantastic experience!
Brett had various projects for me. He offered me a diverse range of tasks (aquaponics, weeding, planting, cutting trees, cleaning around the lake, etc.). So, I could flexibly work on several each day and never got bored:) If you wish you can also work at… read more
Brett had various projects for me. He offered me a diverse range of tasks (aquaponics, weeding, planting, cutting trees, cleaning around the lake, etc.). So, I could flexibly work on several each day and never got bored:) If you wish you can also work at… read more
2 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Cristina)
Cristina is very responsible and motivated. She was a huge help for both my programs both in the mountains helping with coffee and the beach project. On a personal note, I now consider Cristina a good friend and hope to see her again back in Panama or over in Europe. Highly recommended!!!!
(Excellent
)
14 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Cristina) for host
Pasé un semana en la finca de café en La Herradura (Santa Fe). Fue mi segundo voluntariado y la experiencia fue muy gratificante. La finca está ubicada en plena naturaleza al lado del Río Santa María, limpio y con abundante agua para refrescarte y relajarte después de la jornada de trabajo. Si te gusta estar en contacto con la naturaleza no te… read more
18 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Nicolò) for host
I stayed 2 weeks in the coffee farm. I had an amazing experience, fully connected with nature, and immersed in the spanish language. The work with Felix was interresting and as described : it was mostly taking care of the plants by watering them, nice and not too difficult. The place is really nice and quiet, I loved to go to the river. The… read more
3 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
Maria is an excellent volunteer. The idea was a cultural immersion and exchange. She is trying to make the world a better place through both her career and her travels. Thank you very much Maria! I wish you the very best.
(Excellent
)
27 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
I spent 3 weeks here and it was a very good experience. I had almost no previous experience working in agriculture. Brett and Carlos were amazing. They explained to me some important details and than they gave me space and time to explore and do it by myself. The place is beautiful with a lot of different birds, butterflies among other amazing… read more
1 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ant_Miller)
Ant and Tom Tom get top ratings.
True to the idea of volunteering, they use a good amount of natural goodwill and volition. Hard enough to come down with a hammer but always with a good natured contagious laugh. Great spirits. Many thanks for the help gentlemen. The door is always open.
Saludos!!
True to the idea of volunteering, they use a good amount of natural goodwill and volition. Hard enough to come down with a hammer but always with a good natured contagious laugh. Great spirits. Many thanks for the help gentlemen. The door is always open.
Saludos!!
(Excellent
)
30 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ant_Miller) for host
Our time here, although brief, was amazing. The farm is beautiful and green with access to the beach. There are plenty of projects on the go so repetition can be avoided. We bonded well with Brett and Carlos and had many memorable laughs. Thanks to the both of them for allowing us to have such an epic time. Would love to visit again!
21 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anja)
Anja has a very strong volunteer spirit that was a good match for us. She was able to work well both independently and with others. Positive energy. Hopefully we'll see her again in the future.
many thanks Anja!
many thanks Anja!
(Excellent
)
20 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host
I was here for one month and enjoyed it a lot! Brett has created a paradise which also attracts many beautiful birds and insects which was lovely to watch. I found a lot of peace and calmness here and especially loooooved my lonely walks at the magical beach. The work was enjoyabable and Brett always tried to match my work to my talents and… read more
30 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sophie & Patrick) for host
We spent 1 month with Brett and had an amazing time.
It is a very beautiful piece of land with several projects happening.
Brett is a very friendly person who is very knowledgeable and all the projects are well planned. There is a lot to learn on the farm if you are willing. We spent time in the fields cleaning up areas of the farm or cleaning… read more
It is a very beautiful piece of land with several projects happening.
Brett is a very friendly person who is very knowledgeable and all the projects are well planned. There is a lot to learn on the farm if you are willing. We spent time in the fields cleaning up areas of the farm or cleaning… read more
7 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Arnau)
(Negative
)
7 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Arnau) for host
30 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Paulina) for host
I spent three amazing weeks here doing a lot of different tasks, for example gardening and cleaning the beach. Brett is a nice host and always trying to make everybody feel at home. He, the other people working on the farm and the volunteers who I lived with resulted in a great community and created many wonderful memories for me.
Thanks again… read more
Thanks again… read more
22 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (DANIEL)
Not many people can exert the same physical output nor the same good energy. Daniel receives top marks in my book. Good luck Daniel. The path is the way and the way is the path.
(Excellent
)
19 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (DANIEL) for host
Had an absolutely amazing experience helping on one of Brett's farms for a week. 5 hours of help in the morning and then every afternoon and evening for myself. I would highly recommend this too anyone who wants a very unique and different experience working in the Panamanian mountains.
Would also like to say a special thanks to the family who I… read more
Would also like to say a special thanks to the family who I… read more
11 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
This is a really beautiful, quiet and relaxing place. I spent one week on this farm and helped in different working processes. Having a fix work-timetable in the morning I could spent the afternoons on the beach or in Santa Catalina. Brett was a really nice and helpful host but as he has so many different projects in Panama we didn’t see each… read more
30 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Timo)
Timo has the right philosophy. The Workaway program is to share an experience and learn through the medium of work... basically an exchange of good, positive energy. As far as I'm concerned, Timo is a workaway alchemist. Thanks for the magic buddy.
(Excellent
)
15 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Timo) for host
I worked here for one week, in fact only 4 days. It seemed longer because you really do a lot in this place, you work very hard for 5 hours and then you can go to the beach, watch birds or navigate their farm. When you've regained some energy after working in the field and 'winning the war' you will be awarded with good, healthy but meatless food… read more
8 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I stayed a week at this place outside of Santa Catalina and had a wonderful time. Brett is a generous host, and the other volunteers were all interesting and amiable people.
Thanks again Brett! I'll see you on the way back up.
Thanks again Brett! I'll see you on the way back up.
27 Sep 2013
Left by Workawayer (Selina & Salma) for host
We had a very nice week here, it is a peaceful and quiet place and Santa Catalina is not far away if you need some distraction. The work was physically demanding but good. Brett let us decide about what we want to do and how we want to do it. We did some digging, raking and planting. When Brett isnt cutting grass he is a very sincere, respectuful,… read more
24 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (Romain & Justine) for host
Fue un buen tiempo pasado con el equipo de trabajo !
El lugar esta lejos de todo (hay beneficios y inconveniencias) pero es muy linda y es un real Workaway (un cambio respectuo).
Gracias Brett, Felix, Nato y viva los mosquitos ! ;)
El lugar esta lejos de todo (hay beneficios y inconveniencias) pero es muy linda y es un real Workaway (un cambio respectuo).
Gracias Brett, Felix, Nato y viva los mosquitos ! ;)
