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LAST MINUTE !!! MESSAGE ME I NEED HELP...
I'm Martin. I need help for few weeks. Outside jobs like wood stacking, cleaning, painting, etc...
Working 4-5 hrs by day. Good food, good bed in an separate room. My place is new and clean.
Im a ex-teacher. Presently writer and artist manager. Come to my house to share life experience.
I live in the nature ....1 hr north of Montreal.
Ckeck my feedbacks i have excellent rating !
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Projets artistiques
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
Aide dans une ferme
Entretien général
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
We will share some stories.
You will learn how to manage tools.
In exchange, we will take care of you. You will discover a beautiful french canadian culture, warm and generous people.
I live 1h from Montreal, in the north, in the mountain in a little village called: Ste-Marcelline de Kildare
Aide
Wood stacking, painting, cleaning,etc.
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: CourantCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
Hébergement
Private room
Autres infos...
Many natural sites to visit around, festivals or activities
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Espace pour garer des vans
Yes.....I have lot of space ! I have an amazing big land of 20 acers
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Un
N° de référence hôte : 187931459679
Feedback (24)
24 oct. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Todd)
Todd is THE perfect workaworker: hard worker, intelligent guy, good skills, respectful, clean…and more. I spent a beautiful week with him sharing our own life experience. Everything was simple with him. Thanks a lot for your important help. You are now welcoming has a friend. See you soon buddy !
(Excellent
)
24 oct. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Todd) pour l'hôte
Martin and his surrounding family and friends are great people, very generous and kind.
I contacted Martin last minute and he was very responsive and helped me out the best he could. The work is in a beautiful setting of a wooded forest and wasn't too stressful. Provided ample food and is a great cook! The room is private with its own shower and… read more
I contacted Martin last minute and he was very responsive and helped me out the best he could. The work is in a beautiful setting of a wooded forest and wasn't too stressful. Provided ample food and is a great cook! The room is private with its own shower and… read more
11 juin 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Membre Workaway)
I reserved a place for him. He said he bought ticket. No news since the last month. One week before arrival he just wrote im busy. The day after arrival he tell me just arrived i need to come back in my country. Wow....its my second workaworker who doing that this year. Now i have big reflexions...
(Le Workawayer a annulé à la dernière minute / ne s'est pas présenté)
11 janv. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Guillaume)
De beaux jeunes pleins d'énergie ! Tout ce qu'on s'attend des visiteurs/travailleurs: professionnalisme, à l'heure, ne comptant pas les heures, etc. Merci à vous deux, ce fut un grand plaisir de partager tout ce temps avec vous. Merci pour votre bonne humeur, votre ouverture....et votre aide !!! Maintenant des amis, vous êtes les bienvenue quand… read more
(Excellent
)
6 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Guillaume) pour l'hôte
Martin a été notre premier hôte workaway et le premier lieu où nous nous sommes rendu en arrivant au Québec. Des le premier soir il nous a accueilli à bras ouvert. Au cours du séjour nous avons passé de très bon moment de vies que ce soit en aidant Martin et pendant les temps libres. Nous avons fait diverses activités pour aider Martin, ce qui… read more
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24 oct. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Todd)
Todd is THE perfect workaworker: hard worker, intelligent guy, good skills, respectful, clean…and more. I spent a beautiful week with him sharing our own life experience. Everything was simple with him. Thanks a lot for your important help. You are now welcoming has a friend. See you soon buddy !
(Excellent)
24 oct. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Todd) pour l'hôte
Martin and his surrounding family and friends are great people, very generous and kind.
I contacted Martin last minute and he was very responsive and helped me out the best he could. The work is in a beautiful setting of a wooded forest and wasn't too stressful. Provided ample food and is a great cook! The room is private with its own shower and… read more
I contacted Martin last minute and he was very responsive and helped me out the best he could. The work is in a beautiful setting of a wooded forest and wasn't too stressful. Provided ample food and is a great cook! The room is private with its own shower and… read more
11 juin 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Membre Workaway)
I reserved a place for him. He said he bought ticket. No news since the last month. One week before arrival he just wrote im busy. The day after arrival he tell me just arrived i need to come back in my country. Wow....its my second workaworker who doing that this year. Now i have big reflexions...
(Le Workawayer a annulé à la dernière minute / ne s'est pas présenté)
11 janv. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Guillaume)
De beaux jeunes pleins d'énergie ! Tout ce qu'on s'attend des visiteurs/travailleurs: professionnalisme, à l'heure, ne comptant pas les heures, etc. Merci à vous deux, ce fut un grand plaisir de partager tout ce temps avec vous. Merci pour votre bonne humeur, votre ouverture....et votre aide !!! Maintenant des amis, vous êtes les bienvenue quand… read more
(Excellent)
6 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Guillaume) pour l'hôte
Martin a été notre premier hôte workaway et le premier lieu où nous nous sommes rendu en arrivant au Québec. Des le premier soir il nous a accueilli à bras ouvert. Au cours du séjour nous avons passé de très bon moment de vies que ce soit en aidant Martin et pendant les temps libres. Nous avons fait diverses activités pour aider Martin, ce qui… read more
6 sept. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jean-Baptiste & Claire)
What an amazing experience !
After 7 years with Workaway, more than 30 workaworkers....JB and Claire was my best workers EVER !
Hard workers, full of skills ( Claire work like a man !), intelligents, good jugement. They take care of my house, of my tools, of my environment....like me. Polite, good listener, always happy, in good shape, they always… read more
After 7 years with Workaway, more than 30 workaworkers....JB and Claire was my best workers EVER !
Hard workers, full of skills ( Claire work like a man !), intelligents, good jugement. They take care of my house, of my tools, of my environment....like me. Polite, good listener, always happy, in good shape, they always… read more
(Excellent)
19 juil. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (David)
Two months together it's mean David is a easy guy ! He is calm, positive, consciensious. We had nice conversations. If you search a honest man, thats your man ! More informations ? David is mot complicate with the food, he eat everything ! Thanks my friend !
(Excellent)
8 juil. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (David) pour l'hôte
Martin & Nadia are super hosts! They are extremely generous & attentive to volunteers. We toured the area a bit and Martin introduced me to his family & some of his friends. Plus we enjoyed lots of great conversations!
I had a terrific time being in the Lanaudière region of Québec...and being part of their home & farm. The food was a wonderful… read more
I had a terrific time being in the Lanaudière region of Québec...and being part of their home & farm. The food was a wonderful… read more
19 juin 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vidursan)
Vidu stayed only 2 days but i can feel i know him since long time !
Vidu worked well, dont calculate hours.
It's a nice man, intelligent and sensitive.
Too short, man !! Come back anytime !
Vidu worked well, dont calculate hours.
It's a nice man, intelligent and sensitive.
Too short, man !! Come back anytime !
(Excellent)
9 juin 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Vidursan) pour l'hôte
It was such a good experience to stay and work with Martin and Nadya!
They are a very kind, welcoming and generous host.
I've felt at home from the second I arrived here. The place feels like it is located in the middle of nature.
Merci pour tout!
They are a very kind, welcoming and generous host.
I've felt at home from the second I arrived here. The place feels like it is located in the middle of nature.
Merci pour tout!
19 juin 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Josué & Fernando)
Josue and Fernando are 2 amazing nice humans. Hardworkers, delicates, professionnal. We had deep discussion about life experience. Thanks guys, you will be always welcome at home.
(Excellent)
19 juin 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Josué & Fernando) pour l'hôte
I stayed much less time than I would've liked, even so, I can say that Martin is an incredibly nice person. He's noble, open-minded, funny, and besides, an amazing cook!
When you come to mexico remember you have a friend here. Hope you wont be scared of Spanish then!
When you come to mexico remember you have a friend here. Hope you wont be scared of Spanish then!
5 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Luciana & Camila) pour l'hôte
I had such a lovely time!
Martin is a very joyous and kind host with a big heart. I was enchanted with his Magasin General, the old decor, the products, it all has a magical touch like you're taken back in time. The accommodations are modest but very cozy and the property is all surrounded but forest, but very close to the small town of… read more
Martin is a very joyous and kind host with a big heart. I was enchanted with his Magasin General, the old decor, the products, it all has a magical touch like you're taken back in time. The accommodations are modest but very cozy and the property is all surrounded but forest, but very close to the small town of… read more
10 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Luciana & Camila)
How i can describe this adorable young brazilian girl ? Maybe a sunshine ? Yes. Smiling, singing, dancing, all right ! Sharing experiences, discussions about life was nice with Lucy. About job ? One word: overtime ! She was generous. I asked her to make videos for my boutique. She made 7 in only 5 days. The only problem was her short time with us.… read more
(Excellent)
4 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Stefano) pour l'hôte
I stayed at Martin and Alice for two weeks, it was really a great experience, the first one for me as a workawayer.
Unfortunately two weeks have passed too fast but I have learned many things.
Alice and Martin are great cooks, I loved Asian food and the bread they prepared.
I really appreciated that Alice taught me some Canadian and Asian recipes.… read more
Unfortunately two weeks have passed too fast but I have learned many things.
Alice and Martin are great cooks, I loved Asian food and the bread they prepared.
I really appreciated that Alice taught me some Canadian and Asian recipes.… read more
2 août 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Stefano)
Working with Stephano was a great experience. He have lot of qualities that a host search: organise, intelligent, clean, meticulous, quiet, hard worker.
We share many cultural life experiences. He was open to our culture. Thats important for a host. Its also a kind of respect for our country. Also he practiced his french and he was good.
Because… read more
We share many cultural life experiences. He was open to our culture. Thats important for a host. Its also a kind of respect for our country. Also he practiced his french and he was good.
Because… read more
(Excellent)
10 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Léo)
Léo help us a lot. Even he have not many experiences to work, he follow the rules. As i told him, he need to increase his speed and his resistance. Life is a jungle, man haha !! If you search someone who is mediculous, thats your man. After working, he was in his room. Its not a noisy man. Traveling its learning about others….dont be shy, go and… read more
(Excellent)
1 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Léo) pour l'hôte
I stayed 3 weeks, it was my first workaway experience and my first time in Quebec ! Martin and his wife Alice are two loving people, Alice is a very good cooker you will not be disapointed ! You'll have to work hard but it's worth it, Martin is always giving some advice to help you and when he doesn't work as a teacher he come to help you in your… read more
6 juin 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Emile & Laura) pour l'hôte
A big thank to Martin and Alice for welcoming us to their warm home. We had 2 excellent weeks between discoveries, exchanges and moments of conviviality.
The work outside was always nice, we made a good team!
Martin has given us valuable advice, given his time and even lent us his equipment to help us in our future van travel projects across the… read more
The work outside was always nice, we made a good team!
Martin has given us valuable advice, given his time and even lent us his equipment to help us in our future van travel projects across the… read more
5 juin 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Emile & Laura)
Émile and Laura was amazing. Each morning i prepared a list of things to do...a big list, and everything was done! They can do everything. Hardworkers, this couple, are organised. My advice to others hosts: dont think Laura is less efficient....she have a farm background! Together they make a really good team. Respectful, polite and intelligent,… read more
(Excellent)
25 août 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Matéo) pour l'hôte
Martin is a generous and experienced host. My stay with him and Alice were my first workaway experience, and it was a good one! They made me discover the area (Canadian lakes are amazing) and some of Quebec specialties (the best 'Poutine' of Quebec is not called like that for nothing ;) ). They are used to host people, the rules and the work that… read more
2 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Etienne) pour l'hôte
What a great place to stay at !
Martin is quite a funny guy as well (!) and so full of skills. Alice is such a sweet person.
They are really welcoming people. I really enjoyed to stay with them. They are those kind of persons who makes the world looks better thanks to all the ideas they are working on.
I wish you both all the best in your… read more
Martin is quite a funny guy as well (!) and so full of skills. Alice is such a sweet person.
They are really welcoming people. I really enjoyed to stay with them. They are those kind of persons who makes the world looks better thanks to all the ideas they are working on.
I wish you both all the best in your… read more
30 juin 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Etienne)
Étienne is a special guy: open, lovely and not complicated. Thoses 2 last weeks was a pleasure. Really good worker, he is always willing to do what you ask. More than this, he is funny. He made lot of jokes. He is subtil and intelligent. This artistic guy can make lot of specific and fine jobs.
It was an amazing experience to share time with him.… read more
It was an amazing experience to share time with him.… read more
(Excellent)
2 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Daniel) pour l'hôte
Martin is an interesting character to be sure and this workaway is probably a great opportunity to connect with some of the more traditional values of rural Quebec.
I expect much of what made this experience challenging was a mistaken impression from the positive seeming reviews (they have in fact had very many more workawayers here than they… read more
I expect much of what made this experience challenging was a mistaken impression from the positive seeming reviews (they have in fact had very many more workawayers here than they… read more
21 févr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Bruce)
Avec les années, j'ai reçu une bonne vingtaine de Workawayers. Bruce fut, sans l'ombre d'une doute mon plus efficace. Ses compétences en rénovations de tous genres et son respect des valeurs des hôtes font de lui l'homme parfait pour Workaway. Je recommande hautement ce solide gaillard. Il aime le travail bien fait. Portez-lui quelques attentions… read more
(Excellent)
21 févr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Bruce) pour l'hôte
Un grand merci à Martin pour cette belle expérience . J ai passé un très bon et agréable moment avec un beau partage de technique de construction !!!!
Un grand merci à Alice pour c bon petit plat . J ai passé un super séjour !!!
Mille merci à vous et tout de bon
Un grand merci à Alice pour c bon petit plat . J ai passé un super séjour !!!
Mille merci à vous et tout de bon
16 juin 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Marc) pour l'hôte
A really great experience!
I wanted to discover the Quebec countryside and do activities that I don't usually do. Alice and Martin offered me exactly what I was looking for! They take care of their workawayers. Alice is a genius cooker full of creativity. Martin took the time to teach me a lot. Both are very resourceful people.
It was great to… read more
I wanted to discover the Quebec countryside and do activities that I don't usually do. Alice and Martin offered me exactly what I was looking for! They take care of their workawayers. Alice is a genius cooker full of creativity. Martin took the time to teach me a lot. Both are very resourceful people.
It was great to… read more
16 juin 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marc)
What a nice 2 weeks spend together ! Marc is good buddy. This simple guy, a little be shy is always ready to work. Never complain or ask, he is someone who win to be know. Dont worry, its not ''a maudit français'' haha.....but a nice Breton.
Marc, je te remercie encore de ton aide. Ta présence fut appréciée comme être humain et comme travailleur.… read more
Marc, je te remercie encore de ton aide. Ta présence fut appréciée comme être humain et comme travailleur.… read more
(Excellent)
16 juin 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Giuseppe)
Pepe is an amazing guy. Someone like each host search: good worker and interesting person. We had good discussion about spirituality and life. He is a simple guy, not complicated. The job was done and well done. He eat like a bird, so dont worry he is not expensive hehe !! I like this crazy italian Jedi !
(Excellent)
15 juin 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Giuseppe) pour l'hôte
Mr . Marten and Alice are great host!è
They are kind, they cook us really good food and let us use the S.P.A , watch movies and use the bicicle. Marten even brought us to a weapon fair....
The place is peaceful and isolated but u can even relax and do some active stuff as well.
working with marten and Marc (the other workaweyer)was really… read more
They are kind, they cook us really good food and let us use the S.P.A , watch movies and use the bicicle. Marten even brought us to a weapon fair....
The place is peaceful and isolated but u can even relax and do some active stuff as well.
working with marten and Marc (the other workaweyer)was really… read more
22 nov. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (arnaldpacino)
Meet Arnald......what a beautiful experience !
Since 5 years i received more than 15 helpers. Arnald is on the TOP 3. When you are a host you want this kind of person: positive, always happy, grateful, hard worker, humoristic, well educated, autonome and smart. But the best quality its having the right attitude....''in Roma like romans'' like… read more
Since 5 years i received more than 15 helpers. Arnald is on the TOP 3. When you are a host you want this kind of person: positive, always happy, grateful, hard worker, humoristic, well educated, autonome and smart. But the best quality its having the right attitude....''in Roma like romans'' like… read more
(Excellent)
22 nov. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (arnaldpacino) pour l'hôte
It has rained a little since my stay with Martin, but my audience forgive me, I’m an expert in procrastination. Living with Martin’s family during two weeks was actually my first true experience in Workaway. It couldn’t be better.
Because talking about Martin is defining a man who is a true leader, who knows how to treat people due to his… read more
Because talking about Martin is defining a man who is a true leader, who knows how to treat people due to his… read more
29 juin 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Joel)
Sorry man i'm late to put your feedback !! Ok everybody listen well ! Joel is a young guy who want to learn. Sometime in the moon ( its an artist !) its a good worker, good listener....always ready to increase his habilities. Teach him and he will do it. His strengths: reflexion and adaptation.
(Excellent)
19 juil. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Joel) pour l'hôte
Martin is a true renaissance man! A teacher, baker, carpenter, writer, musician, cook, and a general all around everyman. He has something to say about everything! I was shown nothing but kindness and goodnatured jest during my time there. There is an opportunity here to learn a good deal. I would highly recommend.
27 mars 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Reuel) pour l'hôte
There were so many good things about this experience. The setting is very beautiful especially with Martin and Alice showing us local attractions and treating us as family. They were such great hosts and had a lot of interesting ideas to talk about. The food, oh, the food! It was amazing; every meal was restaurant quality. Both Martin and Alice… read more
17 févr. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Reuel)
What an amazing team: father and son ! I recommend each host to have thoses guys. Hardworkers, interesting, always ready to learn, to experiment. We spend good time together to talk about life. Reuel is a father who want to give nice values to his son. Tal is a young guy open minded, willing and funny. If he find a good music band, he will… read more
(Excellent)
29 juil. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Braydwn)
If you want to search a quiet guy, call Brayden ! A good and responsible worker with skills in mechanic. He repaired my excavator......great !! Never complain about food and enjoy. It is a pity that he could only stay with us for 2 weeks.
(Excellent)
28 juil. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Braydwn) pour l'hôte
I stayed with martin and alice for 2 weeks and found it was a great experience. They are very welcoming and treat you like a member of the family. The work isn't hard and the hours are great. With A lot to do in the area you will never get board. PLUS THE FOOD IS OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! This was my first workaway and i would suggest staying with… read more
28 juil. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Hynek)
This strong and sporting guy was always ready to work. Willing to visit or experiment Quebec' poutine and BBQ even he is vegetarian ! We learn a lot about his life and his politic situation in his country during long conversations in the spa. If you want to make him happy, bring him to visit some good local brewery...even the beer is not serve… read more
(Excellent)
12 juil. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Hynek) pour l'hôte
It was a sublime experience being temporary part of Martins family. The area is very calm and serene in the heart of the forest. I felt like we were good friends with Martin since ever, joking and chatting about our lives and cultures. I would bet you'll never be starving, because Alice is really great cook and she'll give you bigger window into… read more
23 août 2013
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Helmut)
The best-kept secret in Austria ? Helmut ! Nice guy with important worker' qualities: organisation, hard working. Always in motion, he can anticipate the job. Personnality ? Low profile, respect, intelligence, maturity, Friends and family appreciated him a lot. During the job and after the job ( after hour :) ) what a great partner ! Come… read more
(Excellent)
23 août 2013
Laissé par le workawayer (Helmut) pour l'hôte
Living and working with Martin and Alice was a wonderful experience! They are utterly friendly and made me feel welcome from the very first second on! It was a great experience on a culinary level as well, as Alice and Martin are excellent cooks! Their kids are very cool too! I would go back there at once. I can recommend them to any workawayer as… read more
12 août 2013
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Fabien)
Fabien is really good guy: hard worker, respecful, generous. Good sense of humour with my kids and us too. He was a good partner and good match with other volunteers. He like to learn and he is open to see other points of view.
(Excellent)
10 août 2013
Laissé par le workawayer (Fabien) pour l'hôte
I spent three weeks with Martin and his family and it was very very nice. They are very welcoming, kind and helping. Very happy to meet them and share these moment.
31 juil. 2013
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alex)
Alex was a hard worker. Polite and quiet, he was always ready to help. Nice guy who dont like mosquitos...hehe !!
(Excellent)
15 juil. 2013
Laissé par le workawayer (Alex) pour l'hôte
Martin and his family are incredibly hospitable and friendly, and made me feel welcome from the very beginning of my three week stay with them. It was an amazing experience, made even better by good company and good food.
31 juil. 2013
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian is an artistic guy with lot of good ideas. Generous and simple, he help me a lot. My kids had fun with him. Good worker, he was willing to do everything. He gave me one week more. Thanks Sebastian !!!
(Excellent)
25 juil. 2013
Laissé par le workawayer (Sebastian) pour l'hôte
Best place so far! Very friendly, helpful and easy going family. Martin is a fun guy with a lot of projects in his mind.
Excellent food is provided by him and his girl friend.
The almost grown up kids are awesome too!
I would go there any time again!
Excellent food is provided by him and his girl friend.
The almost grown up kids are awesome too!
I would go there any time again!
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