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We live on a couple of acres in S. Sligo in the foothills of mountains famous on one side,
for their neolithic passagegraves/ cairns and, on the other side, the very impressive mythological caves of Keash.
This is great walking country! We are happy to take people to places of interest and share our stories with them,
that way we do loads more walking in Beauty ourselves!!!
Personally, I am very interested in languages and love the opportunity to learn other languages and culture and minimalise the invasive stronghold of English on our lives.
We have 3 daughters, not generally home and 1 grandson and one granddaughter, 3 cats, a large veg garden and tunnel, flower gardens, an orchard and a mixed woodland plantation where we harvest most of our firewood.
There is a pizza oven for enthusiastic bakers , built by the multi skilled Sandro from Albania 2 summers ago, who loved to cook,bake and talk (all at the same time) in the great outdoors. We have never become as adept as he, but we live and eat as organically as possible ,mostly homegrown vegetarian food and home made bread. Also trying to adopt as many permaculture ideas as possible in design and maintenance. We do not have a clothes dryer as there is ample wind in West of Ireland to dry us. plz understand to wash your clothes in a dry spell!!
Also, dont expect to shower everyday, the system cannot cope, there are other washing facilities however.
We have a keen interest in natural history,esp. bird-watching and are involved in both a butterfly and a moth recording survey at our place. There are 2 beehives and as I am learner beekeeper any knowledge or expertise appreciated!
Traditional music is big, esp flute playing, and plenty of opportunities to go to sessions around about ,or learn a tune or two. And Poetry is big too; Wb Yeats being a huge figure of the cultural landscape here!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Language teaching English and Gaeilge. Access to our rich historial and sacred landscape and shoreline.
Music evening in the town!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Mostly garden maintenance and making raised beds and paths, and in the woodland thinning and taking out logs.. Splitting n stacking firewood .
4-5 Hrs per day.
Househelp, window cleaning, painting, cooking , harvesting food etc.
Short stay 5 days to 2 weeks..
Exchange language lessons English/Gaeilge for French/Spanish/Arabic.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Irish: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Arabic: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Accomodation in farmhouse with family. Shared bathroom
What else ...
We are not on a bus route. Train is 9km away in Ballymote or Boyle ,we can pick up there or in Sligo.
There are 2 bikes for your use to visit local spots like caves or the cairns.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
YES. 4-5hrs and some cooking if possible.
Host ref number: 268321967144
Feedback (46)
25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ana Lucia) for host
My time with Áine was rich and inspiring. She is a wonderful woman to know; lively, strong, poetic and generous. Even though I only stayed with her for four days (due to a change of plans), I learned a lot from her, her garden, and about Irish language and music. She showed me beautiful places around county Sligo and we had very interesting… read more
23 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofia)
Sofia came in the coldest dark time of the year for a 2 week break from college with great enthusiasm for Ireland , to capture what she could on camera, as well as being very diligent about her workaway schedule. She helped me with a lot of garden tidyup and finished planting garlic and onions. She made some artwork for me and 2 evenings of… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
I stayed with Áine for nearly two weeks and I must say that she is one of the most kind, inspiring and upfront people i've ever met, it was a pleasure to stay with her! I learned lots about the Irish culture and had also the possibility to discuss actual politics and exchange views with someone so well informed and open minded. The place is lovely… read more
31 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Fawaz B.)
Fawaz stayed with me for a week and he really wholeheartedly threw himself into the work.
In many ways , he couldn't be more helpful, no job was too much ,or too heavy ,or too wet.
He split and barrowed timber from the day he arrived,
helped in flood clean-up after storm flooding, and power-washed the overgrown pavements (getting soaked wet.)
… read more
In many ways , he couldn't be more helpful, no job was too much ,or too heavy ,or too wet.
He split and barrowed timber from the day he arrived,
helped in flood clean-up after storm flooding, and power-washed the overgrown pavements (getting soaked wet.)
… read more
(Excellent
)
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25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ana Lucia) for host
My time with Áine was rich and inspiring. She is a wonderful woman to know; lively, strong, poetic and generous. Even though I only stayed with her for four days (due to a change of plans), I learned a lot from her, her garden, and about Irish language and music. She showed me beautiful places around county Sligo and we had very interesting… read more
23 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofia)
Sofia came in the coldest dark time of the year for a 2 week break from college with great enthusiasm for Ireland , to capture what she could on camera, as well as being very diligent about her workaway schedule. She helped me with a lot of garden tidyup and finished planting garlic and onions. She made some artwork for me and 2 evenings of… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
I stayed with Áine for nearly two weeks and I must say that she is one of the most kind, inspiring and upfront people i've ever met, it was a pleasure to stay with her! I learned lots about the Irish culture and had also the possibility to discuss actual politics and exchange views with someone so well informed and open minded. The place is lovely… read more
31 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Fawaz B.)
Fawaz stayed with me for a week and he really wholeheartedly threw himself into the work.
In many ways , he couldn't be more helpful, no job was too much ,or too heavy ,or too wet.
He split and barrowed timber from the day he arrived,
helped in flood clean-up after storm flooding, and power-washed the overgrown pavements (getting soaked wet.)
… read more
In many ways , he couldn't be more helpful, no job was too much ,or too heavy ,or too wet.
He split and barrowed timber from the day he arrived,
helped in flood clean-up after storm flooding, and power-washed the overgrown pavements (getting soaked wet.)
… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Loïc & Milla) for host
Áine is a very nice person with a big heart. She knows a lot of things in general: music, cinema, history, plants, gardening... She is also a good cooker, you will have excellent vegetarian food! Her cats are absolutely lovely (Billy was our little favorite)! We only stayed two days at her place but it was a pleasure to meet her and to discover… read more
1 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (masine)
Jen is a very dedicated and sensitive worker went out of her way to help with all that needed to be done inside and outside!
She finished off winter planting in the tunnel and prepared beds for onions and garlic in the garden.
Also Made very good choc- beetroot cake and other apple treats !
She enjoyed visiting the local beauty spots in her week… read more
She finished off winter planting in the tunnel and prepared beds for onions and garlic in the garden.
Also Made very good choc- beetroot cake and other apple treats !
She enjoyed visiting the local beauty spots in her week… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Titouan & Rapahel) for host
Aine is a fabulous person, I was looking for a place to stay for 5 weeks and she did everything to make it possible. She put me up, fed me and looked after me while managing her work at the school.
I had one of the warmest welcomes of my life. Its joie de vivre graced the room and the evenings were often punctuated by music.
I'm not a vegetarian… read more
I had one of the warmest welcomes of my life. Its joie de vivre graced the room and the evenings were often punctuated by music.
I'm not a vegetarian… read more
20 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Titouan & Rapahel)
Raphael stayed and worked with me for just over a month in June/July.
I found him very enthusiastic and motivated to sort out many jobs that had been neglected.
And being an eng student , he had many skills with hammer and saw. He was pleased to make up bee frames and when needed , put on the gear and helped me with the lifting (despite an odd… read more
I found him very enthusiastic and motivated to sort out many jobs that had been neglected.
And being an eng student , he had many skills with hammer and saw. He was pleased to make up bee frames and when needed , put on the gear and helped me with the lifting (despite an odd… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta )
Marta is a very quiet conscientious person who really does her very best to help out , inside and outside and in every way she can, We got quite a lot done planting up the tomatoes and other veggies and tirelessly watering them all. She was esp appreciated in the kitchen , keeping on top of cleaning and washing up and made so few demands in… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Marta ) for host
I was only with Áine for a week but from the first moment I knew that she was the perfect host for me. When he picked me up we went to the beach for a barefoot walk on the sand. He lives in a house hidden in nature. Lovely. She showed me wonderful places. The work was almost all in the garden and I really enjoyed doing it. She is a great cook. She… read more
20 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Laurenz & Robert) for host
A spontaneous but fantastic stay
We stayed with Aine for 1 week spontaneously, after we had to leave our former host earlier than expected. She gave us a warm and friendly welcome with 2 big bedrooms and very comfortable beds. She always prepared delicious meals for us at every daytime. The working time was fair and the work was not too hard. She… read more
We stayed with Aine for 1 week spontaneously, after we had to leave our former host earlier than expected. She gave us a warm and friendly welcome with 2 big bedrooms and very comfortable beds. She always prepared delicious meals for us at every daytime. The working time was fair and the work was not too hard. She… read more
30 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Laurenz & Robert)
Laurenz and Robert are a great pair of lads .Young and funny, they chatter away allday together and laugh!
Tho , I dont understand German, I picked up quite a few words , and laughed alot! THey are diligent , get up on time , are strong and fit and so quite a lot gets done. They are both extremely mannerly and polite,and both are sportsmen.
They… read more
Tho , I dont understand German, I picked up quite a few words , and laughed alot! THey are diligent , get up on time , are strong and fit and so quite a lot gets done. They are both extremely mannerly and polite,and both are sportsmen.
They… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah worked with me for 5 days to complete a project and never complained. She was always willing to get on with the job and it was very satisfying to meet our target!
She is a quiet, conscientious young woman, very environmentally aware ,
and appreciative of fresh plant based food, and the importance of growing it
We got to the sea, the caves… read more
She is a quiet, conscientious young woman, very environmentally aware ,
and appreciative of fresh plant based food, and the importance of growing it
We got to the sea, the caves… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
I only stayed with Àine for 4 nights due to my other commitments, but I had a lovely time in her home. The work was satisfying and varied, and I learnt a great deal about gardening and timber work! Àine showed me some of the amazing local sites, and I learnt lots about the area from her. I really enjoyed our varied conversation topics, and it was… read more
30 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Teresa) for host
Aime was a brilliant host. Very welcoming and friendly. I came to learn Irish and she was a very helpful teacher and I had an amazing experience trying out new foods and learning about growing veg and taking care of her bees. The work was not too hard and the accommodation was to a high standard. It had a lovely homely feel sitting beside her… read more
19 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Teresa)
Teresa came to me ,ón taobh eile den chondae, from the other side of the county, not the country and not the universe
and still we had loads to share and learn.
She is a calm, very agreeable young woman with a keen interest in languages, esp Gaeilge , this is very heartening and was enjoyable for us both ! Totally flexible also with a new… read more
and still we had loads to share and learn.
She is a calm, very agreeable young woman with a keen interest in languages, esp Gaeilge , this is very heartening and was enjoyable for us both ! Totally flexible also with a new… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lolloingiro) for host
My time with Aine, Gregory and their cats was very intense and rich of entertainment.
I did many activities outside their beautiful house, learning a bit of how to take care of the irish bees, walking in some amazing spots, seeing old caves and burial places, taking swims in the sea and the lake, enjoing Irish music and pubs, talking of many… read more
I did many activities outside their beautiful house, learning a bit of how to take care of the irish bees, walking in some amazing spots, seeing old caves and burial places, taking swims in the sea and the lake, enjoing Irish music and pubs, talking of many… read more
14 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lolloingiro)
Lollo came for 2 weeks in July and made a big impact on the place in his own quiet way, hedges trimmed, salads planted , manure wheelbarrowed, all the seasonal jobs. He also helped me with the bees doing some heavy lifting and cat sitted while I was away overnight.
He is humorous and political and we had good conversations around global politics.… read more
He is humorous and political and we had good conversations around global politics.… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Irene)
Irene is a quiet, thoughtful and literary young woman who came to really enjoy her time in the garden
as time went by, wheeling great barrows of compost and getting the tunnel started with the summer veg,
a big job that needs a strong pair of hands!
She never complained about the chores which sometimes have to be flexible
because of the… read more
as time went by, wheeling great barrows of compost and getting the tunnel started with the summer veg,
a big job that needs a strong pair of hands!
She never complained about the chores which sometimes have to be flexible
because of the… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Irene) for host
I spent with Aine 2 weeks in may and I felt welcomed since I arrived. She is a really kind and extroverted person: a real explosion of energy! A good flexibility about time is required, but that's good if you don't like plans. She has a gorgeous tonnel and permaculture garden, but the tasks are really various and not too hard. Her wide knowledge… read more
9 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariana & Guilherme)
Mariana and Ger are such a pleasant, patient, trusting couple to host.
This was a bit of very good luck for me to find them, as they applied themselves to catsitting ,which greatly took the pressure off and I came home to a tidy kitchen always, lawns cut, wood chopped and stacked , windows cleaned,
mucho trabajo!
However, with the bikes… read more
This was a bit of very good luck for me to find them, as they applied themselves to catsitting ,which greatly took the pressure off and I came home to a tidy kitchen always, lawns cut, wood chopped and stacked , windows cleaned,
mucho trabajo!
However, with the bikes… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mariana & Guilherme) for host
Áine is very inspiring and has so much knowledge about gardening, native plants and birds. We are glad that we could stay in her place and learn a bit with her. She is very welcoming and made us feel at home throughout our stay. Áine took the time to show us around the beautiful county Sligo, we've been to some stunning places, as Strandhill and… read more
6 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tassline & Ismaa)
Tassline came to me with her dance ,her French and her Arabic culture, all of which I love
and every time a lively tune comes on the radio, I imagine her taking the floor! (And me along with her)
Because of my work, we didn,t get to the best session where her dancing would have been truly appreciated
mais peut-etre une autre fois!
She finished… read more
and every time a lively tune comes on the radio, I imagine her taking the floor! (And me along with her)
Because of my work, we didn,t get to the best session where her dancing would have been truly appreciated
mais peut-etre une autre fois!
She finished… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tassline & Ismaa) for host
I spent 2 beautiful weeks with Aine,
Aine is a very open-minded person, who loves and is interested in other cultures. We had a very nice weather with one snow day, it was just sublime! The tasks were relatively simple like collecting wood, painting, cleaning the garden, cleaning the house, Aine will help you with your tasks. I had the chance to… read more
Aine is a very open-minded person, who loves and is interested in other cultures. We had a very nice weather with one snow day, it was just sublime! The tasks were relatively simple like collecting wood, painting, cleaning the garden, cleaning the house, Aine will help you with your tasks. I had the chance to… read more
27 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillermo & Marta)
Mita and Marta work great as a pair. They are so happy together. And such good artists. As we had bad bad weather, we stuck inside and they painted interiors for me , this was very timely work before Christmas as the garden was sleeping!!!
Outside too, sheds were cleared and timber split and mostly we got away for some walk before the early… read more
Outside too, sheds were cleared and timber split and mostly we got away for some walk before the early… read more
(Very good
)
27 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Guillermo & Marta) for host
We spent with Aine 2 weeks on December and for us was a very good experience. We learnt a lot, She helped us to improve our English, toke us to a lot of beautiful places as ice age caves, an old forest or incredible mountains, every day we went to a different place and we talk a lot about gardening.
She's very open-minded, you can talk with her… read more
She's very open-minded, you can talk with her… read more
24 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
I stayed with Aine for 10 days. It was my first Workaway experience and it was very good.
Working with Aine was very interesting. I learned a lot about gardening and bees.
Aine drove me to different places to discover her area. I could also use a bike to get around. There are many lakes and historical sites to see.
You can also learn a lot about… read more
Working with Aine was very interesting. I learned a lot about gardening and bees.
Aine drove me to different places to discover her area. I could also use a bike to get around. There are many lakes and historical sites to see.
You can also learn a lot about… read more
22 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy)
Lucy is a very strong ,capable and conscientous worker. Also very independent minded . Tho I was away working on and off while she was here, she never minded or complained, did her chores and went off to the nearest beach to pursue her own interests in her little car! She enjoyed to shop and cook east european cuisine and so there were some… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lucy) for host
I stayed with Áine for almost two weeks in May 2021. I really enjoyed helping in the garden and learning about the ways of cooking vegetarian food. Áine’s home is located in a beautiful part of Sligo that is rich in both historical and geological features. She showed me the beautiful viewing spots around Sligo, we went to Lough Key Forest and also… read more
27 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (STRthepixie)
Anyone who is lucky enough to come in contact with Esther will be infected absolument with her colourful, joyous personality!
She came to me in cold hard EarlySpring and lifted my heart so much, there was so much fun with French idioms while planting the onions we are now eating. She would never complain about anything and really looked out for me… read more
She came to me in cold hard EarlySpring and lifted my heart so much, there was so much fun with French idioms while planting the onions we are now eating. She would never complain about anything and really looked out for me… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (STRthepixie) for host
I spent approx 10 days at Aine's...5 months ago...March 2021. I guess it's never too late to leave a review, huh ? Mieux vaut tard que jamais non?
Feels like I needed a bit of time to process my travels. I remember these 10 days as a breeze of peace. A deep dive into Irish countryside. I guess I also felt instantly connected to Aine and her cats.… read more
Feels like I needed a bit of time to process my travels. I remember these 10 days as a breeze of peace. A deep dive into Irish countryside. I guess I also felt instantly connected to Aine and her cats.… read more
25 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)
A nice experience of Covid Lockdown is the that of Irish people signing up for voluntary work within Ireland, and this is great to see, and great for young Irish to get to know their own country. This was especially true with Tom who came from not too far away, and yet so enjoyed so much of getting to know this pocket of Sligo intimately (and with… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host
I thoroughly enjoyed working with Aine and Greg! They were fantastic hosts and I learnt loads of new skills agus bhí mé in ann feabhas a cur ar mo ghaeilge leo freisin. I recommend this to anyone who'd like to see the beauty of Sligo and learn about the plants and trees in the area. Aine is quite the linguist so be sure to teach her a proverb or… read more
7 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana Beatriz & Ernst)
Ernie is an exceptional worker, so strong and willing, we got a great job done in garden and woodland.
But he is also a very gentle and respectful soul, looking out for others and eager to do the heavy lifting.
On top of that , he is a gifted musician and when he sings in Portuguese, its the best ever for 'mi corazon'
Of course , he knows and… read more
But he is also a very gentle and respectful soul, looking out for others and eager to do the heavy lifting.
On top of that , he is a gifted musician and when he sings in Portuguese, its the best ever for 'mi corazon'
Of course , he knows and… read more
(Excellent
)
13 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ana Beatriz & Ernst) for host
I was in heaven! Surrounded by friends and music in a true natural organic garden. We craic was mighty! Ar fheabhas!
Áine is one of the most generous souls I ever met. She is beomhar and tuisceanach. Very perceptive and always with intelligent conversation and a big smile. I was the happiest I could be.
Gregory is not only an extraordinary… read more
Áine is one of the most generous souls I ever met. She is beomhar and tuisceanach. Very perceptive and always with intelligent conversation and a big smile. I was the happiest I could be.
Gregory is not only an extraordinary… read more
25 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Owen)
It was a pleasure and and an honour to host a musician the calibre of Owen.
He filled the house with music for a whole week and when it wasnt him playing himself
but one of his many Cds from W Kerry, he liked to dance a slide or teach you one.
He was quiet and respectful at the same time and always ready to get on with whatever needed to be… read more
He filled the house with music for a whole week and when it wasnt him playing himself
but one of his many Cds from W Kerry, he liked to dance a slide or teach you one.
He was quiet and respectful at the same time and always ready to get on with whatever needed to be… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Owen) for host
I had a really lovely time with Aine and Gregory; helping out in the garden, polytunnel and in the house.
Lots of great conversations, food and music! I learnt some Irish, French and Spanish from Aine and it was a great honour to play music with Gregory who is an amazing flute player with a rich knowledge of South Sligo music.
After a days work… read more
Lots of great conversations, food and music! I learnt some Irish, French and Spanish from Aine and it was a great honour to play music with Gregory who is an amazing flute player with a rich knowledge of South Sligo music.
After a days work… read more
6 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marc)
We met during the lockdown, not in the usual way, but whilst keeping distance on a cliff, I was in great need of help
having come thro the planting season with none, Mark and Sabrina were thro with quarantining and needed a place of fresh food and connections. Ticked all the boxes and got off to a great start!
They took on the challenge of my… read more
having come thro the planting season with none, Mark and Sabrina were thro with quarantining and needed a place of fresh food and connections. Ticked all the boxes and got off to a great start!
They took on the challenge of my… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marc) for host
First of all, apologize for the late feedback Aine..
The unexpected meeting and the way we met Aine we will remember for ever! Her place was our first Workaway in the green island and meanwhile other didn't want to take us because of the covid, she opened her doors for us :) Unfortunately, we spent a bit more of a week in her place but.. any… read more
The unexpected meeting and the way we met Aine we will remember for ever! Her place was our first Workaway in the green island and meanwhile other didn't want to take us because of the covid, she opened her doors for us :) Unfortunately, we spent a bit more of a week in her place but.. any… read more
3 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Michele)
Michele is such a good and willing worker, he is always attentive to what needs to be done and never complains even in the wettest weather. He worked away happily while I was away at work, clearing paths and tidying up outside. He is a generous character with a good sense of humour and we enjoyed many meals tog pasta pizza and porridge included!!!… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host
At first I like to say a great THANK YOU to Aine for being so kind with me!
Her house is located in a typical Irish country, so green and quite.
When you sit down in the kitchen you can see outside some beautiful wild birds eating seeds from a box that she has in the garden... a really cute image!
Aine spoke so much with me and helped me with my… read more
Her house is located in a typical Irish country, so green and quite.
When you sit down in the kitchen you can see outside some beautiful wild birds eating seeds from a box that she has in the garden... a really cute image!
Aine spoke so much with me and helped me with my… read more
3 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Aaron)
A willing, strong and capable helper, Aaron did indeed make an impression strimming the very overgrown garden and verges now happily gone to seed. He patiently made up emergency frames and will be a sure beekeeper one day . Happy also to take him to historical sites , he already had a lot of local knowledge and as we love to walk these places… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Aaron) for host
I felt that my time in Sligo with Áine was well-spent. The type of work I did in the garden was the type that shows a clear difference in the end; something you can look at and be proud of. There is always something that can be done, but the tasks are usually very manageable. During the free time, Áine was very eager to take me to several… read more
26 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
I enjoyed having Nina for a week as she was very energetic and helped me get alot of things done inside and outside , carpet cleaning , digging over the raised beds and planting or carrying tree trunks , she did it all. And entertained us with storytelling when the kids came. It was a exciting to share music with her, as she loved the Gaelic and… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
My time at Aine has been filled to the rim with wonderful walks, interesting conversations, and social meetings. Brimming with energy Aine is a wonderful host, who is keen on showing you around the area and sharing a bit of her wonderful garden and cozy home. She is really appreciative of any talent or interest that you bring along: she encouraged… read more
25 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Quentin)
Exceptionnel! Quentin has to rank in the top 5! His ability to work, skills , organisation , thoughtfulness, respect for place as if it were his own , always ready to see what was needed for others, cooking , baking washing up and on top of all an incredibly generous character . Because of a dry spring week and the availability of a tractor , we… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathieu & Alice)
Mattieu and Alice are a happy couple who work well together and are dedicated in their work. They finish their job and do not complain. And they are happy to exchange french lessons for english . Thank you for all the work with the wood , guys! Bonne Année!
(Excellent
)
3 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mathieu & Alice) for host
Our workaway with Aine was excellent and our week in her house spent very quickly. The work was not very hard, we mainly helped with the wood, we learned a lot about this.
Aine is also a very very good cooker and we enjoyed everything we ate !
She's a very interesting woman, very cultivated and explained us a lot of things !
Merci beaucoup Aine… read more
Aine is also a very very good cooker and we enjoyed everything we ate !
She's a very interesting woman, very cultivated and explained us a lot of things !
Merci beaucoup Aine… read more
7 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Linda & Sam)
Linda is a great worker and great company , a very thoughtful, calm and empathetic person who didn't mind what chores she had to perform. She also likes to sing and cook and also has a good eye for colour. Thanks for helping me pick the new paint , Linda. Also it was a great joy to share the cultural life of Sligo , et des nombreuses proverbes… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Linda & Sam) for host
I stayed with Áine for just a week in August (sorry for the late feedback...), but it was a very special week.
Her garden is a beautiful oasis, a wonderful place to get your hands dirty and your mind clear...
We had lovely food and lovely conversation (quelquefois en français...) every day, which I‘m very grateful for.
Thank you so much, Áine -… read more
Her garden is a beautiful oasis, a wonderful place to get your hands dirty and your mind clear...
We had lovely food and lovely conversation (quelquefois en français...) every day, which I‘m very grateful for.
Thank you so much, Áine -… read more
11 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew)
Andrew has a lot of knowledge of plants and planting in permaculture and is very willing to work away on his own initiative. He is an affable and gentle person and I was sad to lose him early to a music festival Music however is the other part of his life , so it was great for him to get involved with some good bands too.
Hope it went well for you… read more
Hope it went well for you… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Andrew) for host
Aine was gracious to have me with almost zero notice, and lent me her bike to explore the area on my first night. We did some gardening and wood work together and she was very knowledgeable and a great cook. Wish I could have stayed longer. Thanks for everything!
19 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice is a bright and openminded young woman who getts on with any task in hand joyfully. Elle sème toujours les graines dr bonheur, and so it was a pleasure to host her. Confident et sur de soi, she engaged culturally at a unique level , filling up her free time reading Irish writers etc so it was a joy to discuss with her, et merci mille fois… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with Áine, the tasks were not overly difficult and the tasks were very various, so you are nether bothered with it. But the great thing with Áine is that your stay with her is not only an exchange of services, it is also (and mainly) a human exchange ! Áine is always mindful of your welfare, she was very patient with my… read more
10 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sylvia) for host
Àine is a good host, looking for flexibily but selfconfident helpers. She's running a vegetarian and flowers garden, bees and languages. It's nice to have her tea with her and even to sitbeside the stove on cold evening.
She has a loads of work to do, so run go have a holyday at hers, visting caves and neolithic monuments.
She has a loads of work to do, so run go have a holyday at hers, visting caves and neolithic monuments.
22 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
To the Wonderful French Sisters Lisa and Maena, I heartily apologise for the late late review but I so often think of them; their infectious energy and good humouredness, is a constant in my memory as the Garden Keyhole is a reminder of the creativity and love in their young hearts of sustainable living! A cold time of the year it was, les soeurs… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
Maena and I stayed at Aine's place two weeks almost a year ago, in the end of January.
It was our very first workaway and couldn't ask for a better one! We still remember this experience as a very sweet memory!
Aine welcomed us in her cosy home and made us feel at home from day one. The work wasn't too hard: we mainly helped her in her house… read more
It was our very first workaway and couldn't ask for a better one! We still remember this experience as a very sweet memory!
Aine welcomed us in her cosy home and made us feel at home from day one. The work wasn't too hard: we mainly helped her in her house… read more
15 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam)
Miriam is a lovely, thoughtful, serene, singing person, multi- talented. She would have sewed many things for me if she was here longer. She was happy to do any and all sorts of work. Strong outdoors person, we got plenty of timber done , but it is as a cakemaker , she excelled! Always a healthy option, which all the family got to enjoy! She also… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Miriam) for host
I stayed for about one week with Aine and it was a real pleasure for me to spend time with her. She was really welcoming an showed me very interesting places. The work was not too hard and she helped me also with my English ;) The vegetarian food was so tasty, all in all, it was a really nice experience being part of her life!
Thanks for all,… read more
Thanks for all,… read more
7 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jasmine)
very good .very happy.
(Excellent
)
25 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jasmine) for host
Staying with Aine and Gregory was probably one of the most cherished two weeks of my trip in Ireland. They are both filled with so many interesting stories from their well lived lives, and their house and garden is a good place to be nourished by wonderful books and gardening knowledge to soak up! They are both avid naturalists, with a deep… read more
25 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Monika & Lucia)
Monika and Lucia came for a long weekend and it simply was too short.
Both very willing volunteers , ready to take on any task and work away on their own initiative, I felt blessed by their time here. Also very interested in books and film, we had some rewarding exchanges. But going to the sea was the best memory, a great pleasure to share the… read more
Both very willing volunteers , ready to take on any task and work away on their own initiative, I felt blessed by their time here. Also very interested in books and film, we had some rewarding exchanges. But going to the sea was the best memory, a great pleasure to share the… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Monika & Lucia) for host
In the short time we spent with Áine we learned a lot thanks to her. She's warm and friendly, open minded and optimitic person. She makes you feel welcomed. It was joy to help her in her wonderful garden and eat the delicios fresh food the garden provided. The garden itself is a place of wonders. Also, there are many good books in the house and we… read more
17 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Joaquin) for host
Aine es una mujer asombrosa, amante de la naturaleza y comprometida con las personas. Muchas gracias Aine por compartir tus amigos y los mágicos lugares de tu tierra. De la tarea, lo que más me gustó fue el trabajo en el bosque con Gregory. Espero que nos volvamos a encontrar muy pronto.
27 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria ignacia & Johann )
Toto has a lovely personality, and likes to make herself useful where ever but esp in the home. She has a great sense of presense and will bring her cheerfullness and joy with her everyplace. Literally everyplace got swept, inside and outside, so many garden paths, thank you for all those leaves bagged up and for poem by Neruda. I love it! Hugs… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maria ignacia & Johann ) for host
Aine is a person full of energy, willing to show his culture, the places and be part of his environment !! Thank you very much for what you have learned and for receiving me at your house. I hope to re-attune! a hug!
27 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Stéphanie)
Ju et Steph sont formidables! They are two lovely young women, arty and fashionable but willing to muck in at any old jobs or redecorate your interiors, they have impeccable colour sense and helped me out greatly in this regard. Sometimes we had to go really fast to get away to enjoy the last of the winterlight or a sunset, but they do not… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Stéphanie) for host
We stayed a bite more than 2 weeks with Aíne and her family. How to be more thankful than saying thanks in the french she loves.
Merci Aíne, pour ton accueille, le partage de tes connaissances et les choses sur lesquels on ne peut pas mettre de mots mais qui seront toujours dans notre coeur.
Aíne share with my friend and I simple times with a… read more
Merci Aíne, pour ton accueille, le partage de tes connaissances et les choses sur lesquels on ne peut pas mettre de mots mais qui seront toujours dans notre coeur.
Aíne share with my friend and I simple times with a… read more
12 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lise)
So glad it was so beneficial and pleasurable for Lise to garden with us. She was a most willing and enthusiastic worker d'un caractere tres agréable! The pity was that she had only 5 days to stay, I would have loved to watch her surf the waves in Strandhill and Bundoran, So yes plz do come back again, I m always happy to get away to the coast,… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lise) for host
Hi Aine, i'm sorry for the late response but i haven't find the time yet.
However my stay with you has changed me a lot in a good way. I really enjoyed staying with your family and i loved working in the garden. I have learned a lot about gardening and i cannot wait to try it myself. The work was relaxed,fun and different everyday. I really… read more
However my stay with you has changed me a lot in a good way. I really enjoyed staying with your family and i loved working in the garden. I have learned a lot about gardening and i cannot wait to try it myself. The work was relaxed,fun and different everyday. I really… read more
4 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (CATHERINE)
Merci Catherine pour ton gentilesse . Jpp....I could not write of one without the other and so I replied to Mylene above, except to end on a proverb ,..'.Partir c'est mourir un peu' ..et j'ai envie de visiter votre jardin un jour! Vous etes formidables!
(Excellent
)
22 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (CATHERINE) for host
je pourrais avec un peu d'effort l'écrire tout en Anglais mais comment exprimer mieux que dans sa langue le plaisir que j'ai eu de rencontrer Ainé et Gregory!!?For my first workaway it is a fabulous meeting , I still dream! I was like home but with 2 Super characters !Leave the meeting and you will be transformed!!!They are generous in all....and… read more
4 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Mylène)
Myléne et Cats sont formidables, tous ies deux, des bonnes traveilleuses et des bons professeurs.
Honestly, my French was flying when they were here! It was peak season and we got the tunnel in shape, but they also moved from one patch to the next with super teamwork and initiative. They took a great interest in the area also which is… read more
Honestly, my French was flying when they were here! It was peak season and we got the tunnel in shape, but they also moved from one patch to the next with super teamwork and initiative. They took a great interest in the area also which is… read more
(Excellent
)
26 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mylène) for host
Quelle expérience magnifique de partage avec Aine et Gregory! Ils représentent une famille formidable pleine de richesse en tout genre! L échange et l aide mutuelle au quotidien pour le travail de la terre, les langues et les rencontres amicales ont été un vrai bonheur! S ajoute en plus la découverte de cette belle région, alors YES ça été pour… read more
22 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Caitlin & Nick )
Caitlin is such a free spirit . She comes with her ukulele, beautiful singing voice, infectious laughter, and was superbe company to have for the start of this new year. We realise sometimes in such company that we don't laugh enough. She even laughed at our little bit of snow.
She was greatly appreciated at all the gigs we got to..
In the… read more
She was greatly appreciated at all the gigs we got to..
In the… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Caitlin & Nick ) for host
Was so glad to have the experience of staying with Aine and her family. It was a lovey place to work outside, and she was a great host and took me to the Caves, Kerns, beach and little walks in the countryside. Lots of good conversations to be had and lots of tea to drink as well! I was welcomed into the family I felt like, and loved the visits to… read more
14 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lourene)
Lourene is a very healing, hugging, warm person and a very willing worker. She helped me greatly to wash and clean lots of stuff that had gotten neglected becos of my broken ankle, gave me a soothing treatment on it every day for a week, and really loved it when I got stronger and we got working in the garden. It was her first time gardening… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lourene) for host
I stayed with Aine and Gregory for 11 days and these days were amazing days!
It' was my first workway and couldn't have been better. They're such a lovely couple. I'm very glad to have learned about gardening. I also helped Aine clean the house, she was with the sprained ankle and needed all the help possible. What else, she is best cook… read more
It' was my first workway and couldn't have been better. They're such a lovely couple. I'm very glad to have learned about gardening. I also helped Aine clean the house, she was with the sprained ankle and needed all the help possible. What else, she is best cook… read more
11 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (pablolahoz)
Pablo and Leo, his friend, came together and they WERE a team. They came for 8 days and stayed 18 days. They loved to work, set the breakfast, wash up, garden, cook, fix the plumbing, do the painting, build stone walls, log the timber and then make paella, empanadas, if needs be! Well, everything basically! They make a BIG IMPACT!
Leo… read more
Leo… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
Nikki started out her journey from Mexico with us and she brought so much good cheer and appreciation and gratitude with her that it was indeed very easy to have her as one of the family. She found joy in the simple things, like mossy laneways ,and yes, fresh salad from the garden which she prepared every day, which we take for granted but… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
I stayed with Aine and Gregory for about two weeks and it was absolutely wonderful! I have no words to describe how lovely they are. Since day one they make you feel like you're part of their family, they are both very interesting people and i really enjoyed talking to both of them. I not only learned about vegetable gardening and sustainable… read more
26 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)
Hi Ryan, hope alls going well with you and the bicycle and the route planning. I t was really nice Ryan stopped off here, albeit shortterm, on his fascinating itinerary around the globe! A very, nice sensitive guy with a huge ginormous appetite but willing to do all the work put in front of him...the whole in the hedge opened up new… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ryan) for host
Thank you Aine for the hospitality. It was fascinating to hear Gaeilge spoken, even though I didn't understand much, I am pleased that you are helping to preserve the language. I learned a lot working with you in the garden, and whacking a whole in your hedge which we hid behind the potted plant, and fixing up the swing in the tree. Fantastic… read more
7 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Marjorie)
Merci Marjorie for your kind words and your lovely company and your love of nature and your attention to every single garden flower that burst into bloom during your stay here. Your camera work was exceptional and how those kids would have loved an art session with you, malheureusement il n'y a jamais temps de faire tout. My sadness was to have… read more
(Excellent
)
6 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Marjorie) for host
My week at Gregory and Aine's home was really, really nice! I enjoyed it!
The two characters are gorgeous! Aine is so funny! She brought me up to fantastic nature places! I love Nature! I felt so ALIVE! The caves of keash are marvellous. I liked to being inside and went through a lot of small ways, there was lime's stones and water dripping. The… read more
The two characters are gorgeous! Aine is so funny! She brought me up to fantastic nature places! I love Nature! I felt so ALIVE! The caves of keash are marvellous. I liked to being inside and went through a lot of small ways, there was lime's stones and water dripping. The… read more
6 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Morgane & Xochilt)
Morgane and Xochilt really were the Funny Available Workawayers, our best memory of their week here was how much we laughed...talk about Laughter as a tonic for a spell of early Spring weather! Tho we were headed into a strong wind and flash hailstones on the beach, it still did not dampen their infectious good humour. Very willing workers , we… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Morgane & Xochilt) for host
The Workaway with Ayne and Gregory was very nice ;). We worked a bit in the garden and helped with wood, the work is not too hard. Ayne is very interested in languages, French and Arabic , is a person who has an interest in other cultures , music , film and literature , if you are interested you can share many things. Although we did not stay long… read more
7 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sariane)
Sariane was a beautiful girl and really got stuck in , in the forest , in the tunnel and esp in the kitchen. She cooked many tasty dinners, divine quiches and cakes , enjoyed the soda bread and trips up the mountain and was very willing to help me with my French speaking..Esp very attentive to using up all that food and fruit that was in season,… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Natacha) for host
We were in Ireland last year for a week, staying with Anie and Gregory was a very, very good experience.
They are a fantastic, very friendly and loving family.
Times spent visiting stunning beaches full of fossils, ancient ruinasprehistóricas, Sligo town and its history ...
If you like poetry you will learn a lot about WBYets.
In addition to… read more
They are a fantastic, very friendly and loving family.
Times spent visiting stunning beaches full of fossils, ancient ruinasprehistóricas, Sligo town and its history ...
If you like poetry you will learn a lot about WBYets.
In addition to… read more
3 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Natacha)
Natacha and Samuel were a great pleasure to have and to host.
We got lots of work done in the garden and they took a superb interest in the locality. Samuel was well able to express himself in English by the time he left and with a little more time , I would have lots of Spanish.
Hurry on back here any time , hasta luego
Aine!
We got lots of work done in the garden and they took a superb interest in the locality. Samuel was well able to express himself in English by the time he left and with a little more time , I would have lots of Spanish.
Hurry on back here any time , hasta luego
Aine!
(Excellent
)
1 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadia & Emiliano)
Nadya came to us in July for a week and we really enjoyed her company. She made a great contribution in the garden and loved to cook too and we love to be cooked for. She spoke three languages fluently and even sang an Irish song at Drumshambo festival. She had a clear idea of what she wanted to do and went off in search of Synge in Inis Meain… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Jose)
Thanks Jose for all the stuff you did for us, a first-rate timber man who liked to work on his own initiative. He fixed up many things for us, an ideal winter worker and came back when his first visit got cut short.
He introduced us to some good Spanish wine and cuisine, enjoyed all the nature activities, and enjoyed a pint and the music… read more
He introduced us to some good Spanish wine and cuisine, enjoyed all the nature activities, and enjoyed a pint and the music… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (Jose) for host
I really enjoyed these days I stayed with Aine and Gregory. They have a huge garden with lots vegetables, and a very beautiful house, but the work was not very hard. They are very interested in Spanish culture so we had a lot of nice conversations, I was treated as part of the family. I met Aine's mother and brothers. They also have a woodland… read more
