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Thanks for checking out our profile. If you read it all and think you'd be a good fit, let us know!
We are a family of four: Our younger daughter is back in Montana, a junior in college after a semester studying in France, and plans to do Workaway in France in May-June. Our older daughter is studying music in graduate school in the midwest, and did Workaway in Europe for 4 months last year. This gives us a perspective from both sides, host and workawayer, helping us be the best hosts we can be.
Musicians, teachers, and creative thinkers, we work and play hard. Living in orchard country, we have a view of the Wenatchee River off our back deck and mountains all around, which offer a huge variety of outdoor recreation opportunities (we enjoy rafting, hiking, biking, and camping). We also really like to play games (board, card, yard), and enjoy good competition while not caring who actually "wins."
We love to travel as well as host travelers, getting to know others and learning from them while sharing our experiences and skills. As we've learned, "Everyone's different!" and it's fun seeing how that looks in relation to our family.
We have a good-sized greenhouse, a huge organic garden, lots of fruit trees, chickens, and a dog. We grow and preserve a lot of our food, and would like to learn more about permaculture. Experiments in homemade wine have had various results (from "pretty good" to "good for cooking and that's all"), while the homemade hard apple cider results are almost always "excellent!"
We've hosted 70 WAers since 2017, many of whom we now consider dear friends. We look forward to hearing about your perspectives as we enjoy good conversations and hearty laughs over healthy meals, building bridges as we get to know one another.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
With you joining our family for a time, we will build a relationship (depth up to you), share our culture and lifestyle with you, and hope you will share/teach us also. Bring a good attitude and be flexible!
As for your experience outside of our home, you could learn about our area (ie Geology, Native American and Pioneer history), or spend time outdoors (every season has much to offer) doing what you like. We live close to many outdoor activities, either right here or a bus ride or bike ride away, you can borrow a bike, and our local bus system is free.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Depending on your interests and abilities, you could share your skills in the yard, garden or greenhouse, around the house/kitchen or with bigger projects that occasionally come up. If you have a skill you enjoy (I.e. knitting, mending, yoga, kombucha-making, dog-training, knowledge of permaculture), that could be part of what you share. We are open and flexible.
While a good attitude is #1 on our list of "qualifications," we are looking for WAers who are independent thinkers, can work alone or with us, and are willing to ask questions. You should be able to read, think critically, solve problems, and follow directions. Agility and some strength is generally required, as you may be climbing to the loft of the treehouse to sleep, cleaning out the chicken pen, hauling compost, chopping or stacking firewood, etc. A good work ethic is also required. We all work hard (and play hard) around here, so we appreciate Workawayers who strive to do a job well, whatever that job is.
Please be prepared to show proof of your Covid vaccination and health insurance if you want to come stay with us. Thanks.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We are teachers-- always happy to help you speak better English if you want!
Accommodation
In the spirit of Workaway we offer room and board along with the opportunity for you to get to know us and how we live here in pear-country-by-the-river. You'll be welcomed into the family, and as part of the family we will expect general helpfulness with "normal" things such as clearing the table, doing some dishes, etc.
Depending on the season and who else is around, you might be sleeping inside in a bedroom or in the rustic treehouse, which has a nice deck with the best views of the river. We are allergic to smoke and hate the smell, so cannot accept smokers. No using drugs, marijuana, or vape-pens, either. If that's your style, please look elsewhere.
You can help yourself to three meals (healthy, some meat) each day. Most breakfasts and lunches will be "serve-yourself" from a selection of foods we normally eat, but most dinners will be together with us. In your introduction please tell us your favorite food so we know you've read this. :)
What else ...
The LINK bus stop (Route 22, to "Peshastin Library"), Wenatchee Valley Shuttle (to "Peshastin Park and Ride"), Amtrak train (to "Leavenworth Icicle Station") and bus station (to "Wilkommen Park and Ride" in Leavenworth) are all nearby, and we are happy to pick you up from any of them.
If you want to go beyond your volunteering at our house and share your skills in the community, we can help facilitate that, and we can also point you in the direction of some entertainment if you want to meet others socially. We take precautions at our house to stay healthy, so please help us -- for all of our sakes!
If you like the outdoors, this place will make you happy!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have high-speed internet and a quiet place to work.
Space for parking camper vans
We might be able to host someone with his/her own camper. Feel free to ask!
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 25 hours
Host ref number: 418298846163
Feedback (50)
15 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex only got to spend one week with us but it went by in a flash and we wish she could have stayed longer. Alex was up for anything—any task we asked her to do she did with a great attitude. Among other things, she mowed the overgrown lawn and weeded (more like overhauled) our flower garden, which took a lot of hard work (it was a jungle). She… read more
(Excellent
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25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host
**tap tap* Is this thing on? Oh sweet. I just had an incredible time at Kristin and Steve's paradise in orchard county. Right away they were so accommodating and welcoming, making sure my food restrictions would be addressed and were flexible when I wasn't able to stay as long as I thought. During my stay I helped prune their fruit trees and prep… read more
16 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob)
This will be an easy one to write—Jake was fantastic! He was only here a week but it felt like we’d known him for years— right away it felt comfortable and pleasant to have him join our family. Jake’s help was so appreciated. He helped with a bunch of different things and had a great attitude and did a good job at each. Our dog loved him (even if… read more
(Excellent
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25 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Irene)
Irene was here for three weeks and we wish she could have stayed longer. She was a great addition to our family and brought a lightness and joy for life that was infectious. Irene is very bright, capable, and competent. She works hard and pays attention to detail. Ask her to cook for you—she knows her way around a kitchen and I highly recommend… read more
(Excellent
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21 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Irene) for host
I stayed 3 weeks with Kristin, Steve and Zasha and it was wonderful! Everything was beautifully organized: everyday Kristin prepared for me a list with all the tasks and details for the day :) I was free to choose my hours and I appreciated this flexibility! I arrived at the end of the gardening season so my work was mostly inside and my tasks… read more
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15 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex only got to spend one week with us but it went by in a flash and we wish she could have stayed longer. Alex was up for anything—any task we asked her to do she did with a great attitude. Among other things, she mowed the overgrown lawn and weeded (more like overhauled) our flower garden, which took a lot of hard work (it was a jungle). She… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host
**tap tap* Is this thing on? Oh sweet. I just had an incredible time at Kristin and Steve's paradise in orchard county. Right away they were so accommodating and welcoming, making sure my food restrictions would be addressed and were flexible when I wasn't able to stay as long as I thought. During my stay I helped prune their fruit trees and prep… read more
16 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob)
This will be an easy one to write—Jake was fantastic! He was only here a week but it felt like we’d known him for years— right away it felt comfortable and pleasant to have him join our family. Jake’s help was so appreciated. He helped with a bunch of different things and had a great attitude and did a good job at each. Our dog loved him (even if… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Irene)
Irene was here for three weeks and we wish she could have stayed longer. She was a great addition to our family and brought a lightness and joy for life that was infectious. Irene is very bright, capable, and competent. She works hard and pays attention to detail. Ask her to cook for you—she knows her way around a kitchen and I highly recommend… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Irene) for host
I stayed 3 weeks with Kristin, Steve and Zasha and it was wonderful! Everything was beautifully organized: everyday Kristin prepared for me a list with all the tasks and details for the day :) I was free to choose my hours and I appreciated this flexibility! I arrived at the end of the gardening season so my work was mostly inside and my tasks… read more
13 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren)
Lauren was a great help around here! She helped inside the house and out, including cooking, cleaning, and prepping fruit and veggies for preservation, to cutting and stacking wood, weeding, taking care of the dog, and taking care of the greens where the leaf miners were ruining the veggies. Everything Lauren did she did well and with a great… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lauren) for host
My stay with Kristin and Steve was so great! They took me in last minute and were so kind, and organized. You can really tell that Kristin is a teacher (in all the best ways)!
The work was fun and I really enjoyed getting to learn about their canning, freeze-drying, and dehydrating processes. They were so open to sharing their way of life.
I… read more
The work was fun and I really enjoyed getting to learn about their canning, freeze-drying, and dehydrating processes. They were so open to sharing their way of life.
I… read more
3 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Christine & Rebecca) for host
I haven't done many, but this has been my favorite workaway experience, and I doubt that will change:) Kristin and Steve would be incredible workaway hosts to anyone and everyone. They are two of the kindest people I have had the pleasure of meeting. Kristin will immediately make you feel like you're part of the family, and they both make you feel… read more
17 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Junran) for host
Words feel so insufficient to express what a great experience I had at Kristin and Steve's home this summer! This was everything I could have wished for in my first Workaway and more. Although it was atypical in that Kristin and Steve were away on a trip for most of the time and I spent my days with Emma (who is an absolute angel), Kristin made it… read more
2 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Junran)
When Junran came it was a different sort of Workaway, as we were out of town and wouldn't get the chance to know her. She stayed here with our daughter Emma though, and together they kept things alive in the garden and yard and also had some fun adventures. Emma really enjoyed their time hanging out and appreciated Junran's help with the yard,… read more
(Excellent
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7 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ivana) for host
I stayed with Kristen and Steve for a short time, but enough to enjoy their joyful spirit, sense of humour and relaxed atmosphere of their lovely home. The tasks were clear and creative, e.g. gardening and cooking from found ingredients, which is the only way I cook anyway. Kristen gave me helpful tips about hikes and a birdwatching tour in the… read more
16 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ivana)
Ivana was with us for about a week, and we would have liked her to stay longer. She was an easy guest to have around—pleasant, good conversationalist, intelligent, and friendly. She worked hard and independently, and did a complete artistic makeover of our flower garden. Ivana is a very good cook, made several meals for a crowd that we all… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anja)
Anja stayed with us for two weeks and we would have loved for her to stay longer. The short version: Host her if you have the opportunity, she is a gem!
Anja is like a garden fairy—she did many things throughout the days, and our yard and garden looked amazing. She wasn’t worried about a set schedule, was happy to help, and stopped to pick weeds… read more
Anja is like a garden fairy—she did many things throughout the days, and our yard and garden looked amazing. She wasn’t worried about a set schedule, was happy to help, and stopped to pick weeds… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host
Thank you Kristin and Steve for the wonderful time with you.
I stayed with this family for 2 weeks. It was two very pleasant weeks. The work was not difficult and communication was very clear.
Kristin made a folder, a handbook in which she wrote down all the agreements. Agreements about the work, but also information about the house.
When you… read more
I stayed with this family for 2 weeks. It was two very pleasant weeks. The work was not difficult and communication was very clear.
Kristin made a folder, a handbook in which she wrote down all the agreements. Agreements about the work, but also information about the house.
When you… read more
3 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lukas & Lisa) for host
We had a beautiful and unforgetable stay with Kristin, Steve, Emma and Zasha! It was our first Workaway experience and we could not be happier. They took us as a part of their family and let us participate in their daily lifes. Not only could we talk about lots of things, play games, learn about American culture but also did we get to archive new… read more
2 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lukas & Lisa)
It will be hard to keep this brief, because we have so many good things to say about Lukas and Lisa. First of all, they stayed with us for six weeks and the time flew by! Suddenly it was time for them to leave and I believe we all felt sad that our time together was over. In short, we fully enjoyed our time together and will welcome Lukas and Lisa… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
I spent 6 days with Steve and Kristin, after I postponed my arrive about two weeks, and they were so gently to understand my postpone. Immediately they made me feel like I was at home, they asked me when I wanted to help them without force me. They thanked to me every time that I finished a work and they doesn’t feel like you must it. I enjoyed… read more
26 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Christopher)
Chris didn’t stay very long with us (just under a week) because his previous Workaway was so rewarding he stayed longer there, but that didn’t stop us from packing in 6 days of fun and work together. Chris has a great attitude, is respectful, strong, sharp, a quick learner, and was up for helping with anything. He always jumped up from dinner to… read more
(Excellent
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9 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Madeline )
Madeline is an intelligent and strong young woman who we hosted for just a short time. While she was with us she was quite independent, worked hard, and helped make a big dent in some of our projects. She puts her heart and muscles into tasks, as was evident in a 8 inch deep trench she dug in our yard. Madeline preferred to be alone most of the… read more
(Very good
)
9 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Tristan)
We hosted Tristan for 6 weeks last spring, when he helped with a variety of different tasks. Not a sit-around kind of guy, Tristan took initiative to go out, explore the area, and meet new friends. He is a cheerful person and we had a lot of laughs together. Tristan wanted to improve his English (and he did!) and was eager to learn how he could do… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tristan) for host
Okay, I think it’s time for me to give my feedback about this almost 6 weeks at Kristin and Steve’s house.
For almost 6 months I was preparing this trip to USA, I found this profile between all and I was very interested of going into a very little city in USA. And discover the real America.
I send a message and had a response very fast, lucky for… read more
For almost 6 months I was preparing this trip to USA, I found this profile between all and I was very interested of going into a very little city in USA. And discover the real America.
I send a message and had a response very fast, lucky for… read more
29 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Clara Christiane ) for host
I stayed 3 weeks with Kristin, Steve, Emma and Jessie and I enjoyed everything about my time in Peshastin.
It is a very nice area and there is a free bus that can take you to the small towns Leavenworth or Weenache, which I enjoyed doing after work or on days off.
The family is respectful, kind and welcoming, they live a busy and full life.… read more
It is a very nice area and there is a free bus that can take you to the small towns Leavenworth or Weenache, which I enjoyed doing after work or on days off.
The family is respectful, kind and welcoming, they live a busy and full life.… read more
24 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara Christiane )
Clara stayed with us for 3 weeks and we enjoyed every minute of having her here. She arrived at a very hectic time—we were hosting a family of 6 from Germany—but Clara jumped right in to help out and didn’t mind 4 little kids and a lot of extra stuff everywhere. We also left town twice during her stay and she kept the house in great shape as well… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Andy86ricco) for host
What a great family! Kristin, Steve, Emma and Jessie are incredibly kind, smart, enlighted, and life enthusiasts! It was a pleasure to spend two weeks with them, working and even having some fun time together. They are really welcoming and many friends often come to pay a visit, so that is what you can call a real communit. Definitely the best of… read more
22 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Andy86ricco)
Andrea was here for almost two weeks and we would have loved for him to stay longer. I feel like he was a Godsend—he arrived at a very busy time: We were at the start of harvest, building a shed, doing some traveling, and then Steve got covid… and Andrea helped hold everything together through all of that. He was a huge help, taking care of the… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Gretchen) for host
I am so so so so grateful to have stayed with Kristin and Steve! I could not have met better people to spend my time in Washington with!
I was able to work independently and log hours, making for a very balanced schedule! I spent my time weeding, moving logs for a soon to be installed she-shed, and doing my best to keep squash bugs at bay… read more
I was able to work independently and log hours, making for a very balanced schedule! I spent my time weeding, moving logs for a soon to be installed she-shed, and doing my best to keep squash bugs at bay… read more
2 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Gretchen)
Another Workawayer we would gladly adopt, Gretchen was delightful and added so much positive energy to our family. A calm, gifted teacher, she lead yoga on the deck most mornings (great way to start a day!!), then made amazing progress weeding our various garden beds. She took care of the animals, lawn, and house while we were away.
She… read more
She… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Livie )
Livie stayed with us for 2 ½ weeks and was very helpful during that time! She was happy to work together with me on a project (weeding!) but mostly she worked independently. She was respectful, conscientious, and did a thorough and good job at everything she did (since it’s “that time of year,” Livie spent a lot of time weeding the garden, but… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Livie ) for host
This was my 1st assignment with workaway and it was a great experience. The hosts welcomed me very warmly and I felt accepted and comfortable from the beginning. During my stay I was part of the family and I got insight into their life, interests, work and culture. They answered my questions and gave me tips on what to do in the area. I was able… read more
29 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alison) for host
My stay here was absolutely wonderful. I couldn’t have asked for better hosts. Before I even arrived, Kristin and Steve were incredibly understanding and flexible as my arrival date changed a few times.
During my stay I helped remodel the kitchen, including refinishing the cabinets and repainting the ceiling. Steve was very patient and I learned… read more
During my stay I helped remodel the kitchen, including refinishing the cabinets and repainting the ceiling. Steve was very patient and I learned… read more
29 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Alison)
Alison was with us for almost 6 weeks and we wish she could have stayed longer! She was calm, pleasant, kind, and helpful and fit right into our family. I can’t list all the different ways Alison helped us (there are so many), but it ranged from prepping/painting a ceiling and doors to refinishing wooden walls and cupboards, housework & yard work,… read more
(Excellent
)
28 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jace) for host
The week that I spent with Kristin and Steve was nothing short of amazing. From the ALWAYS top-notch conversation from Kristin and Steve's laughs about how unrealistic movies can be, to walks along the river looking for wild asparagus, there isn't a dull moment with them.
Their instructions and expectations are extremely clear and they simply ask… read more
Their instructions and expectations are extremely clear and they simply ask… read more
22 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jace)
Jace was here just over a week, but we wish he could have stayed longer. Jace comes with a diverse background of life experiences and life skills, as well as a lot of hands-on experience in a variety of jobs. He is a great people-person as well as a detailed helper. Jace works hard, and has high standards for what “a job well done” is. He is… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (William)
Will was an outstanding guest and we recommend him to you without reservation! He communicated well, was always pleasant, and cooked excellent meals. Will is one of the most conscientious young men we’ve met, and we enjoyed having him stay with us and cook dinners for us for almost two weeks.
When I arrived home to meet him, Will was out back,… read more
When I arrived home to meet him, Will was out back,… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (William) for host
Kristen and Steve were incredible to stay with. They were helpful, generous and always good for a laugh plus their dog Zasha was a sweetheart. I had a wonderful time exploring the local areas and would definitely recommend it to anyone. This was my first workaway experience but Kristen and Steve have left some pretty big shoes to fill :) I'm not… read more
2 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Maxwell & Hannah) for host
Before we even arrived, Kristin went above and beyond to help coordinate our trip to Central Washington, calling on her personal connections just to bridge our gap between Workaway hosts. Upon arrival, we were welcomed by a truly spectacular family and their lovable German Shepard, Zasha, who wasted no time in stealing our hearts.
During our… read more
During our… read more
22 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxwell & Hannah)
Max and Hannah spent three weeks with us, and in that time they helped in a lot of different ways. Max arrived with a recently broken elbow and had surgery on it the first week he was with us, but he had a great attitude and still did as much as he could to help out, despite his injury. Max and Hannah house-sat for us a couple of weekends while we… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Mariya) for host
Where do I even begin? Kristin and Steve are the Perfect hosts! I had the pleasure of staying with them for several weeks but the time flew by way too fast.
I absolutely loved how clear their communication was and the wonderful systems they had in place to keep the house running and their guest feeling comfortable. Kristin is an amazing teacher… read more
I absolutely loved how clear their communication was and the wonderful systems they had in place to keep the house running and their guest feeling comfortable. Kristin is an amazing teacher… read more
5 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariya)
Mariya stayed with us for six weeks but it felt like one. Seriously, the time flew by and if she could have stayed longer, we would have been thrilled. Mariya is calm, gentle, kind, and thoughtful. She asks questions if she’s not sure about something. She’s a perfectionist, and really works to make every project just right. She was quite capable… read more
(Excellent
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29 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Mariana) for host
WOW what a beyond incredible experience it was to have stayed with Kristin & Steve in Peshastin. Good luck finding a more accommodating Workaway. I left this place feeling totally spoiled! I did fun work in the garden and around the house and slept in a tree house that was just for me! For a very manageable number of work hours a day, I ate like… read more
26 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariana)
Mari stayed with us for two weeks and helped with a lot of different things. She didn’t mind helping with whatever the task was, including cleaning out the chicken coop (thanks, Mari!!). Some of what Mari did: cleaned, organized drawers and cupboards, shelled beans, peeled garlic, cut corn, made raisins, brushed and played with the dog, helped… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Oceane)
Oceane is a wonderful person, and we highly recommend hosting her if you can. She stayed with us for about 2 ½ weeks and was a Godsend. I’d hurt my wrists in June and couldn’t weed the garden, but she arrived just at the right time and was happy to do that job for me, weeding thoroughly (really clean garden!!) and even said she enjoyed it! It made… read more
(Excellent
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19 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ava) for host
Kristin, Steve, and Jessie-- Thank you so much for a wonderful two weeks in Peshastin! I couldn't ask for a better first Workaway experience. The night I arrived, I was greeted with smiles from Kristin and Steve in the cold and snow at the train station.
My work was mainly cooking, housework, and helping Jessie with math. I made both my own… read more
My work was mainly cooking, housework, and helping Jessie with math. I made both my own… read more
24 Feb 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ava)
We really enjoyed hosting Ava for nearly two weeks and we recommend her to you.
From the beginning of our correspondence Ava was a good communicator and took initiative to ask questions and even planned for some recipes she’d cook while at our house. Ava was very conscientious about following Covid-19 restrictions and precautions, which we… read more
From the beginning of our correspondence Ava was a good communicator and took initiative to ask questions and even planned for some recipes she’d cook while at our house. Ava was very conscientious about following Covid-19 restrictions and precautions, which we… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ashlynn) for host
Kristin and the family are so sweet and welcoming! They were very accommodating and took me in last minute! They are so welcoming and Kristin was always up for a good chat and loved to learn from me as much as I did from them! She reminded me so much of my mother our chats were always amazing! They invited me out with them when they went to do… read more
3 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ashlynn)
Ashlynn stayed with us for 10 days and in that time she helped out with some tedious jobs (peeling garlic) and some tough ones (weeding the gnarly garlic patch). She had a good attitude and did a great job! We enjoyed dinners together, and some long, interesting conversations. Ashlynn is a bright young woman, easy going, and pleasant to have… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
Wow! This was my first workaway experience, and I'm so grateful that Kristin & Steve were my first hosts--I can't recommend them enough! They are incredibly kind and hospitable. From the first day I came, they made me feel so welcome and treated me like a part of the family. I loved hearing stories from Kristin and Steve, and their daughter Jessie… read more
24 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie was a delightful addition to our family for almost two weeks. We got a huge dump of snow the day she arrived, so she started out by helping shovel snow for hours. She ended her stay by chopping ice to clear a path. Hard work, for sure, but she did it with gusto, and even said, “I’ve never shoveled snow before but now I think I can say I… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Eve) for host
What a wonderful three weeks I got to spend in Peshastin with Kristin, Steve, and Jessie! They are an incredibly kind and caring family who made me feel immediately welcome in their home. They live in an absolutely stunning area, so there is no shortage of things to explore during your free time. Kristin and Steve know the area very well and can… read more
30 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Eve)
Eve spent three weeks with us and we would have loved for her to stay longer. She was cheerful, helpful, and up for anything—fun or work. She helped with some outdoor projects like weeding, planting seeds, and sorting seeds, and some indoor projects like cooking, baking (ask her about the sourdough bread she made!), canning/preserving fruit and… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Morgane) for host
I spent a really nice stay in Kristin's family ! They are used to host Workawayers so it was really easy for me to be part of their daily life and understand what they were expecting thanks to the book made by Kristin. I mostly did some gardening work with Steve and talk French with Jessie. I slept in the camper van, which is really comfortable… read more
7 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Morgane)
While we had plans for a longer stay, COVID-19 got in the way and Morgane had to go back to France after just 5 nights with us. However, she was an amazing young woman with great character. Morgane was especially considerate of our schedule and plans, and made sure her other fun (visiting a friend) fit with our plans.
Morgane did a great job… read more
Morgane did a great job… read more
(Excellent
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23 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Erwan) for host
I was so blessed to be welcome by this beautiful family during three weeks in Peshastin !
It was amazing on every aspects : discovering, hosting, sharing, learning ! Steeve, Kristin, Jessie and Emma are a lovely family, they do whatever they can to make you at ease and feel at home.
If you are interested in living different and beautiful… read more
It was amazing on every aspects : discovering, hosting, sharing, learning ! Steeve, Kristin, Jessie and Emma are a lovely family, they do whatever they can to make you at ease and feel at home.
If you are interested in living different and beautiful… read more
12 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Erwan)
Erwan stayed with us for three weeks, and we would have loved for him to stay longer. He was so easy to have around the house—he’s easy-going and flexible, and is very considerate of others. Erwan worked hard while he was here, assisting us around the house (i.e. cooking, light housework) and with projects (i.e. pruning trees, walking the dog,… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Arthur & Alexane) for host
We are glad to had our first workaway experience with Kristin, Steve and Jessie. They put us at ease and did everything to make us feel good. We were in their camper which allowed us to have some privacy. They tried to explain things simply and correctly which was nice. Alexane was very appreciative of helping Jessie with her French, which allowed… read more
31 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Arthur & Alexane)
Arthur and Alexane stayed with us for two weeks and we really appreciate their work. They did a lot of different things to help us, like moving and stacking firewood, winterizing the camper, hauling compost, weeding (and more weeding!), harvesting produce, planting garlic, shelling walnuts, cooking some dinners, and some light housekeeping. They… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Pauline) for host
Kristin, Jessie and Steve have been very welcoming hosts. You feel at ease in their house and they will make sure you have everything you need.
They are a very dynamic and interesting family, always on the go, working, playing music, doing sports etc so they have lots of things to teach you and recommend for when you go out exploring the area.… read more
They are a very dynamic and interesting family, always on the go, working, playing music, doing sports etc so they have lots of things to teach you and recommend for when you go out exploring the area.… read more
12 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Pauline)
If you get the chance to host Pauline, we recommend you do it. She stayed with us just one week, but shared so much during that time. Pauline is quiet, pleasant, and kind, and speaks at a very high level of English. She was an encouraging French teacher for our daughter, and was always up for fun, such as exploring Leavenworth and Wenatchee. She… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Dhkrasser)
Derek and Ondine stayed with us for a week, and the time flew by. They were eager to help with our projects, and made a point to ask if there was anything else they could do. Ondine cooked delicious dinners for us; amazing vegetarian dishes created mostly out of our garden, which gave us new ideas for how to use what we grow. Everything was… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Dhkrasser) for host
Ondine and myself spend a week with Steve, Kristin, Jessie and Zasha. I spent my time converting a treehouse into a liveable area by changing the direction of a door, adding an external roof structure and altering the inside to accommodate a queen size bed on a mezzanine. Ondine picked vegetables, prepared dinners from homegrown vegetables, picked… read more
18 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Julien) for host
This workaway experience was my first one and just wow.
They set the bar high, very high.
I felt like a part of the family, I improved my English much thanks to them (I guess the fact they are Teachers helps )
Everything was perfect with this stay, the homemade pizza the day I came, fresh raspberries and cherries every day, long discussions in… read more
They set the bar high, very high.
I felt like a part of the family, I improved my English much thanks to them (I guess the fact they are Teachers helps )
Everything was perfect with this stay, the homemade pizza the day I came, fresh raspberries and cherries every day, long discussions in… read more
10 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Julien)
Julien stayed with us for two weeks and we would have kept him much longer if we could have. Julien brought the best attitude—he pitched in from the start, asking how he could help, and did everything cheerfully. He is strong! We nicknamed him “Julien the Monster,” because he could pull out the toughest weeds in no time flat, and he ripped up old… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (HimAndHer) for host
This was our first Workaway and we couldn't hope for more. We felt like being part of a wonderful family from the first moment on. We experienced a lot of the American way of life and culture. Kristin took us to a potluck on the very first day, we could enjoy the hot tub in a "cold night" and we loved having family dinner each day.
We want to… read more
We want to… read more
26 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (HimAndHer)
Christoph and Maryam stayed with us for 10 days, and we wish it could have been longer. They are such easy guests! They are agreeable to any task, are amazing cooks (made some fantastic meals for 8 people), and do their work thoroughly and with attention to detail. Both of them are independent thinkers, see things that need to be done, and do… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Luke) for host
Kristin, Steve, Jessie, Emma, and, of course, Zasha,
Thank you for a great first Workaway journey! Your family was extremely accommodating and welcoming from the get-go. Steve and Kristin obviously have a love for meeting new people and welcome strangers with open arms. I was invited to many activities that they participated in including: a… read more
Thank you for a great first Workaway journey! Your family was extremely accommodating and welcoming from the get-go. Steve and Kristin obviously have a love for meeting new people and welcome strangers with open arms. I was invited to many activities that they participated in including: a… read more
26 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Luke)
Luke stayed with us for 2 ½ weeks, helping out with a variety of things. He designed and built a gate, weeded, mowed, cooked, cleaned, cared for the dog, cut down and trimmed trees, thinned fruit, moved a chicken coop, and more. He made a difference in our lives and we miss him!
Luke is a fine cook with a calm spirit and great sense of humor… read more
Luke is a fine cook with a calm spirit and great sense of humor… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
Wow! My stay at Kristin & Steve's place was wonderful.
Through the whole process, starting with mail contact, they were very communicative, open and accomodating - I felt home and welcomed right from the start.
The work was varied and fun. I did everything from fencing to walking the dog, Zasha.
For the social parts, they brought me along on… read more
Through the whole process, starting with mail contact, they were very communicative, open and accomodating - I felt home and welcomed right from the start.
The work was varied and fun. I did everything from fencing to walking the dog, Zasha.
For the social parts, they brought me along on… read more
10 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel spent two weeks with us in June 2019. Short version: We recommend him to you and welcome him back anytime.
Longer version: Daniel communicated very well from the start, and was reliable. From the first evening, he pitched in with dishes and asking what else he could do to help. He played his guitar and sang, also played piano really well,… read more
Longer version: Daniel communicated very well from the start, and was reliable. From the first evening, he pitched in with dishes and asking what else he could do to help. He played his guitar and sang, also played piano really well,… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Théo) for host
My first workaway experience was wonderful. Thank you very much to Kristin and Steve for welcoming me. These are the only ones who accepted me when I had no feedback, without them I could not have come to the US to improve my English. they are a wonderful family who welcomed me as a member of their family. I am very happy to have discovered this… read more
26 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Théo)
This was Theo's first Workaway experience, and I think he grew a lot while he was here! Theo stayed with our family for three weeks. He was a gentleman and trustworthy, respectful and pleasant. While here, Theo helped a lot around our house (I'm sure he doesn't want to weed again for awhile!), and tutored our daughter in French each day. We… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Didier & Alicia) for host
Hi Kristin, Steve and Jessie. I was quite busy, I didn't take time to give you a feedback sorry. I spent a week with the family and true is, I had a very good time :grin:. I wish I had been able to stay longer. The mains tasks were: dog's walking (I miss you Zasha), cooking, snow shoveling..... It was both easy and fun. Kristin has lots of energy… read more
10 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Didier & Alicia)
Didier stayed with us for only a week, and we would have liked him to stay longer. He has a quiet demeanor and a great sense of humor. He is intelligent, intuitive, and a cheerful helper. We'd just gotten a big dump of snow before he arrived, and his first task was to shovel a path to the camper, where he was to sleep. He did that and shoveled our… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde)
What a delightful young woman! Mathilde arrived speaking some English. She diligently studied, asked questions, and welcomed our corrections of her grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary, and left a month later with markedly improved English skills!
We admired Mathilde’s cheerfulness in walking the dog, helping around the house and greenhouse,… read more
We admired Mathilde’s cheerfulness in walking the dog, helping around the house and greenhouse,… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
I stayed one month with Kristin and her family and it was a very great moment. It’s a beautiful family that likes to do discover you their traditions and America specialities ;)
I was in their house during the winter and I cooked diners and helped with cleaning tasks. To cook for us was a really pleasure. They have a beautiful garden and I… read more
I was in their house during the winter and I cooked diners and helped with cleaning tasks. To cook for us was a really pleasure. They have a beautiful garden and I… read more
9 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Yurika) for host
Working at Kristin and Steve’s place was my first workwear and it was excellent.
The work at their home is basically cleaning and cooking.
If you are native French speaker, you will be assigned to teaching their daughter Jessie French.
It was the first time for Kristin and Steve to accept Asian workawayer like me (I’m Japanese). They like Asian… read more
The work at their home is basically cleaning and cooking.
If you are native French speaker, you will be assigned to teaching their daughter Jessie French.
It was the first time for Kristin and Steve to accept Asian workawayer like me (I’m Japanese). They like Asian… read more
23 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Yurika)
Yurika was here for two weeks and did so much to help us out! She also improved in her English, which was already very precise to begin with. Yurika was up for anything-- games, skiing, helping plan and cook for a birthday party (lucky me), and working beautifully with our other WAer here at the same time.
Conscious of others' feelings, Yurika… read more
Conscious of others' feelings, Yurika… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Odile) for host
Staying at Kristin and Steve home was my first Workaway experience, and I couldn’t have wish for a better place for this beautiful adventure! I felt at home with them, they are really welcoming and open minded. I was truly a part of the family for over 2 weeks. I did some house work for them and cooking, but it did not really felt like work since… read more
23 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Odile)
Odile was a gem! She can cook, she can sew (she did both for us), and she has a fantastic attitude. She taught us how to make croissants and made short work of my mending pile, fixing everything like the professional she is. We had another WAer here and Odile was very kind and helpful to her, as well-- explaining things when there was a language… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth & Luke) for host
Steve, Kristin and Co. helped to create such a welcoming environment to work and learn in. The area in which they live is absolutely stunning, short jaunts away from a host of fun activities (day hikes, dam visits, or just small bike rides to the river). The work was varying each day, with cleaning tasks some days and cooking and gardening types… read more
15 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth & Luke)
We recommend Liz and Luke! Both are bright, educated, thoughtful, and truly pleasant people to have around. Together they helped with a lot of tasks around the house and yard, including cleaning out the garden (hoses, etc) and washing all the windows on the house (something I notice every single day!). They have high standards and a good work… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Frances & Laura) for host
Thanks Kristin and Steve for being so kind and accommodating! I got to stay in the guest bedroom, and I was cozy and comfortable throughout my entire stay. The work was relatively easy, but still fun and interesting. We got to do some things outside in their beautiful garden, and other things inside, like housework and cooking, while watching… read more
20 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Frances & Laura)
Laura came to stay with us for nearly three weeks right after her 18th birthday. We got to be her first WA host, as she was taking a gap year to travel. Laura is trustworthy, has a cheerful attitude, a good sense of humor, and took constructive criticism well. She never said no to any task we asked her to do, and as I look around I see the results… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Molly) for host
Oh boy! Where do I even begin?
I truly could not have asked for a better first Workaway experience; Kristin, Steve, Jessie and Zasha were incredibly welcoming. From accompanying them to watch Jessie play violin, to going to their county fair and sharing dinners together, I immediately felt like I was a part of the family and never felt awkward or… read more
I truly could not have asked for a better first Workaway experience; Kristin, Steve, Jessie and Zasha were incredibly welcoming. From accompanying them to watch Jessie play violin, to going to their county fair and sharing dinners together, I immediately felt like I was a part of the family and never felt awkward or… read more
20 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Molly)
Molly spent about a month with us, and immediately fit right in to our family. She is trustworthy, has a great work ethic, and knows how to follow directions as well as see things that might need to be done that hadn’t been mentioned. She notices things, learns, and applies her knowledge. Molly was a great rock-climbing companion and French tutor… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Drew) for host
Steve and Kristin are wonderful hosts and amazing people!
I had the privilege to work at their house for my first work-away and it was a great first experience. My friend and I stayed in a cosy little caravan on the property and we performed a variety of tasks such as gardening, painting and cleaning to name a few. The work was steady and the… read more
I had the privilege to work at their house for my first work-away and it was a great first experience. My friend and I stayed in a cosy little caravan on the property and we performed a variety of tasks such as gardening, painting and cleaning to name a few. The work was steady and the… read more
20 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Drew)
While Drew and Daniel spent nearly three weeks living with our family, they never said “no” to any task. Even when digging ditches for irrigation line, cleaning out and painting a dusty chicken coop, and hauling compost and dirt, they worked cheerfully. The jobs they took on were the outdoor jobs that would have been difficult for us to get done… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
Kristin, Steve and Jess. Wow!
Thank you oh so very much for hosting Drew and I, it was an awesome time hiking in your incredible mountains and staying with such a beautiful family. I really appreciate the honesty this family has, and also the compassion that they share. They open their doors to volunteers; I really did learn how one day I would… read more
Thank you oh so very much for hosting Drew and I, it was an awesome time hiking in your incredible mountains and staying with such a beautiful family. I really appreciate the honesty this family has, and also the compassion that they share. They open their doors to volunteers; I really did learn how one day I would… read more
20 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
While Drew and Daniel spent nearly three weeks living with our family, they never said “no” to any task. Even when digging ditches for irrigation line, cleaning out and painting a dusty chicken coop, and hauling compost and dirt, they worked cheerfully. The jobs they took on were the outdoor jobs that would have been difficult for us to get done… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Livia & Mathieu) for host
It was not planned for us to go through Leavenworth but the profile of Steeve and Kristin attracted us. And we were not disappointed at all! On the contrary it was extraordinary, they are wonderful, kind, interesting, interressed. More than friends, it's a family we have now! We were part of the family, the work was interesting, for example I gave… read more
23 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Livia & Mathieu)
If you get a chance to host Livia, Mathieu, and the girls, you should! They were a remarkable family and we are so thankful it worked out for us to host them.
The girls are lovely and fun, friendly and eager to participate (as long as it isn't "another hike!"). It was wonderful having their chatter and joy in our house, and Jessie had a great… read more
The girls are lovely and fun, friendly and eager to participate (as long as it isn't "another hike!"). It was wonderful having their chatter and joy in our house, and Jessie had a great… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Bertucci) for host
What an unforgettable experience with Kristin, Steve, Jessie, Emma and Zacha also!!!! I stayed 5 weeks and I worked in the garden (weeding the grarden, mowing the lawn) and I gave some french lesson for Jessie. I enjoyed each moments including the graduation ceremony, the graduation party, the rafting, the independance day (4th of July) and other… read more
17 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Bertucci)
Adrien was a delight to have in our family for five weeks! He was always up for participating in whatever it was we were doing, and appreciated everything. He never complained, even though part of his volunteering was weeding the garden several hours every day. He was great with our dog (she misses him as much as we do, I'm sure), and did a nice… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)
He arranged to arrive on a certain day but did not show up and did not let us know he wasn't coming. I hope he is ok.
(No show)
21 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Candice & Gerald) for host
Our experience with Kristin and Steve was fantastic. We had a lot of goals before our arrival in US. Develop our level of english, discover new peoples, sharing about culture, etc …
We can say ONE thing : EVERYTHING IS DONE.
From our arrival to departure, we have been feeling like a member of family, like at home.
Above and beyond tasks that we… read more
We can say ONE thing : EVERYTHING IS DONE.
From our arrival to departure, we have been feeling like a member of family, like at home.
Above and beyond tasks that we… read more
15 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Candice & Gerald)
When they wrote to enquire about staying here, their feedback was non-existent.
But we took a chance, on these two from France,
And discovered they’re skilled and consistent!
Their names are Gerald and Candice. If they wanted to stay, I’d sublease!
They’re cheerful and handy—both quick to learn,
And don’t skimp on the elbow grease.
No job was… read more
But we took a chance, on these two from France,
And discovered they’re skilled and consistent!
Their names are Gerald and Candice. If they wanted to stay, I’d sublease!
They’re cheerful and handy—both quick to learn,
And don’t skimp on the elbow grease.
No job was… read more
(Excellent
)
11 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
Hi there!
Whaou, how yo describe this family?
When you arrive at Kristin and Steve's home, you really easily feel confortable! My mission in the family was to teach french for the teenager Jessy. Jessy needs to improve her french language, so... my friends from France, don't hesitate to ask Kristin if they have a little place for… read more
Whaou, how yo describe this family?
When you arrive at Kristin and Steve's home, you really easily feel confortable! My mission in the family was to teach french for the teenager Jessy. Jessy needs to improve her french language, so... my friends from France, don't hesitate to ask Kristin if they have a little place for… read more
7 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Caroline was a delightful addition to our family. Her stay with us was brief, and we wished she could have stayed longer, but we thoroughly enjoyed her company, positive attitude, and expressive conversational style. From the first few minutes together I knew she was going to be fun. She cheeerfully participated in our activities and really made… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Els & Wout) for host
Dear Kristin, Steve and Jessie (and Zacha),
Sorry about the late review. After all the kindness we received, we should have done it immediatly.
The most important thing we look for in a workaway experience, is being part of the lives of the hosts and being able to help out where we can. Looking back to the 4 weeks we did the volunteer work, we… read more
Sorry about the late review. After all the kindness we received, we should have done it immediatly.
The most important thing we look for in a workaway experience, is being part of the lives of the hosts and being able to help out where we can. Looking back to the 4 weeks we did the volunteer work, we… read more
11 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Els & Wout)
There once were two travelers named Els and Wout
Whose help at our house we could not live without.
They came with their smiles and nary a pout!
We'll miss them, without a doubt.
They weeded the garden then weeded some more,
Cracked walnuts and didn't leave crumbs on the floor!
Picked all the tomatoes (oh what a bore),
These helpers we sure… read more
Whose help at our house we could not live without.
They came with their smiles and nary a pout!
We'll miss them, without a doubt.
They weeded the garden then weeded some more,
Cracked walnuts and didn't leave crumbs on the floor!
Picked all the tomatoes (oh what a bore),
These helpers we sure… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Roanne Julia) for host
Kristin and Stephen were the best host family. My workaway experience with them was one of my favourites.
I taught yoga and worked on the garden, and they taught me how to make apple sauce and other really good recipes. Staying on the tree house was a good experience! It's very cozy the tree house! Kris and Steve were very gentle to me! Always… read more
I taught yoga and worked on the garden, and they taught me how to make apple sauce and other really good recipes. Staying on the tree house was a good experience! It's very cozy the tree house! Kris and Steve were very gentle to me! Always… read more
28 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Roanne Julia)
Roanne was a delightful guest/workawayer! She came with a positive attitude and hunger for learning. Very willing to share her yoga skills with us, she adapted the workouts to our abilities.
Something unusual and wonderful about Roanne is that she looked for ways to be helpful and thoughtful, like going out of her way to open the door for… read more
Something unusual and wonderful about Roanne is that she looked for ways to be helpful and thoughtful, like going out of her way to open the door for… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Noah) for host
Kristin and her family are the nicest bunch you could come across, and even nicer as 'employers'. I got the honor of being one of their first volunteers, which was quite fitting due to this being one of my first workaway-experiences. Despite being new workaway hosts, they did everything a good host should do; They listened, they had a great level… read more
5 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Noah)
Noah stayed with our family for one week. He was willing to do any odd jobs we asked, and was pleasant and easy going all the time. He's not picky about food or accommodations, and just went with the flow. He joined our family for several events and it was nice to have him there. He's got a quick wit. I felt comfortable with him and feel he is… read more
(Excellent
)
