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24 Apr 2025
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I live 4 hours north of Bodø 2 hours south of Narvik in HamarøyI am a single man of 63 years with a large private house. When my back is bad, I need help with some work .But I manage some things myself, I have a car to run out in most days to meet people and enjoy being there if something is happening.
Who someone wants to contact send message first, unknown phone number I do not answer because there are many junk telephones from abroad
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Here is beautiful scenery of fine mountains and fjords, easy walks for advanced climbing. Norway's national mountain Stetind is situated as my view. In the summer it's midnight sun and winter northern lights. There are more museums and galleries and cave tours in the area here. Possibility of fishing both at sea and in lakes. mushrooms and berries grow wild here.
Help
Need help cleaning an old farm. A little digging ,felling trees ,painting houses etc.
Languages spoken
Danish: Fluent
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
Accommodation
Room and Food,You live with me during the day we eat together, we sustain ourselves in the living room watching tv together, Your room use when you want to be alone or relaxing sleep. I go out in any event held or cafe etc. are you with me if you want and I'll pay
What else ...
Here there is gorgeous scenery with fjords and mountains just off huset. Museums and literature. 10000 year old carvings and certainly many other things I have forgotten to mention
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?
One
Host ref number: 611524232997
Feedback (22)
20 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Giacomo) for host
I spent two weeks at Rolf's house and as a first workaway experience it couldn't have gone better. I did some gardening and carpentry work. Rolf is a good person and he introduced me to Norwegian culture and the most beautiful places in his area. I thank Rolf for the fantastic experience I was able to have at his place.
14 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Giacomo)
Giacomo was here for 2 weeks. A pleasant and hard-working man. He helped me with a lot of work. Trimmed trees, cut grass, removed asphalt and leveled gravel. cleaned the garage and cleaned the house etc. Was also a driver for me when I was in the hospital .Quiet modest man can be recommended to everyone. Happy in nature and went on many trips in… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph)
Christoph was here for 3 weeks in August. He is a sporty and hardworking young man. Learned quickly what to do.
Enjoyed working out a lot in my free time in the mountains and on the beaches.
He is welcome back if he wants to.
Good luck on your journey.
Greetings Roolf
Enjoyed working out a lot in my free time in the mountains and on the beaches.
He is welcome back if he wants to.
Good luck on your journey.
Greetings Roolf
(Excellent
)
25 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Christoph) for host
I had a really great time at Rolfs place.
That was my first workaway experience and i spend about 3 weeks there.
Rolf is a very calm and friendly person.
He is a really good cook and always made more than enough food. The work was mostly cutting grass and little trees. It was never to hard and he always encourage you to make some breaks for… read more
That was my first workaway experience and i spend about 3 weeks there.
Rolf is a very calm and friendly person.
He is a really good cook and always made more than enough food. The work was mostly cutting grass and little trees. It was never to hard and he always encourage you to make some breaks for… read more
30 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel was here for 7 weeks. A positive and clever man who was willing to try everything from abeide and he got it done. He sees what needs to be done both inside and outside. So got a lot of help from him. Was sporty in his spare time and went on many mountain hikes and long bike rides to the beaches. We had a good time as a team. He was lucky to… read more
(Excellent
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20 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Giacomo) for host
I spent two weeks at Rolf's house and as a first workaway experience it couldn't have gone better. I did some gardening and carpentry work. Rolf is a good person and he introduced me to Norwegian culture and the most beautiful places in his area. I thank Rolf for the fantastic experience I was able to have at his place.
14 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Giacomo)
Giacomo was here for 2 weeks. A pleasant and hard-working man. He helped me with a lot of work. Trimmed trees, cut grass, removed asphalt and leveled gravel. cleaned the garage and cleaned the house etc. Was also a driver for me when I was in the hospital .Quiet modest man can be recommended to everyone. Happy in nature and went on many trips in… read more
(Excellent)
28 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph)
Christoph was here for 3 weeks in August. He is a sporty and hardworking young man. Learned quickly what to do.
Enjoyed working out a lot in my free time in the mountains and on the beaches.
He is welcome back if he wants to.
Good luck on your journey.
Greetings Roolf
Enjoyed working out a lot in my free time in the mountains and on the beaches.
He is welcome back if he wants to.
Good luck on your journey.
Greetings Roolf
(Excellent)
25 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Christoph) for host
I had a really great time at Rolfs place.
That was my first workaway experience and i spend about 3 weeks there.
Rolf is a very calm and friendly person.
He is a really good cook and always made more than enough food. The work was mostly cutting grass and little trees. It was never to hard and he always encourage you to make some breaks for… read more
That was my first workaway experience and i spend about 3 weeks there.
Rolf is a very calm and friendly person.
He is a really good cook and always made more than enough food. The work was mostly cutting grass and little trees. It was never to hard and he always encourage you to make some breaks for… read more
30 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel was here for 7 weeks. A positive and clever man who was willing to try everything from abeide and he got it done. He sees what needs to be done both inside and outside. So got a lot of help from him. Was sporty in his spare time and went on many mountain hikes and long bike rides to the beaches. We had a good time as a team. He was lucky to… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabian)
Fabian was here for about 5 weeks. He was a pleasant young man with many interests. He helped me with many things on my old farm and in the house and outside and with my old tractor. He was very interested in old history and the museum and got to experience some of it here. It's always nice to be part of what happened here on this small place. Can… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fabian) for host
The stay with Rolf was my first workaway experience. And I couldn't have had a better one. He was very accommodating the whole time. The work was also a lot of fun and I learnt a lot of new things. The best thing, however, was that Rolf made sure that I learnt a lot about Norwegian culture in my free time. We went to various really exciting… read more
26 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (mayantraveler)
Christopher was here for about 2 months. He is full of energy from morning to night. A good and strong worker who got everything done. Was a great help to me who has a bad back. Hope he learned something here and that he enjoyed himself here. He can be recommended to others and he is welcome back. I wish him luck.
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (mayantraveler) for host
My recent encounter with Rolf was nothing short of remarkable. Rolf is not just an incredible chef; he's a warm-hearted mentor who extends his passion for cooking and teaching to all fortunate enough to cross his path.Upon entering Rolf's abode, I was greeted by the aroma of delectable creations. Rolf's culinary skills are truly exceptional, and… read more
15 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ludwig ) for host
I have stayed at Rolf´s place for 3,5 weeks and had a great time. He always included me into his plans and I really felt like part of his family. In my freetime alone he gave me a lot of advices what to do and everything he recommends was very nice - also he knows some good fishing spots ;D. The work was quiet nice because we really got some… read more
27 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ludwig )
Ludwig was here for 3 weeks. He was a skilled worker who saw what needed to be done. Was easy to work with. He carpentry, cut grass and fixed the tractor and helped in the house. Was always cheerful and happy from morning to night. Was active and went in the mountains and on fishing trips. Miss him already, always welcome back.
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emilio) for host
i helped Rolf for 10 days, it's was a really nice experience, as I was expecting for all the reviews, he's really nice guy, who like to be nice to people:)
i helped him with some digging and some rocks hah, in the afternoon you can chill in the house, and he adapt to your plans, also to your diet, haha
thank you Rolf
i helped him with some digging and some rocks hah, in the afternoon you can chill in the house, and he adapt to your plans, also to your diet, haha
thank you Rolf
10 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilio)
Emilio is a great man, pleasant to have in the house.
We worked well together, he is good at understanding what needs to be done.
Hope everyone welcomes this great young man.
He is welcome back here.
We worked well together, he is good at understanding what needs to be done.
Hope everyone welcomes this great young man.
He is welcome back here.
(Excellent)
1 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Niclas Roman)
Thank you for the visit 2 great young people. Was good at helping me with many things outdoors when the weather allowed. Interesting to talk to about your planned trips out into the big world, and your plans for the future. Hope you have a great trip and welcome back. Recommended for everyone else.
(Excellent)
1 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Niclas Roman) for host
We have stayed 10 days with Rolf and it was simply a great time. He did his best to make us feel like home and used every opportunity to show us the beautiful area around Storjord. Food was incredible and we surely gained some more pounds 😂. Unfortunately we had a lot of rain but this only leads to another visit in the summer. We can recommend… read more
11 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
Michael was only supposed to be here for a week, but when the second one didn't come it was an extra month. Good at working and strong and can fix most things - He was lucky to get a job at a factory nearby so now he rents in an apartment with me.
(Excellent)
11 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mateo)
He was only here a few days before he got a job and had to leave here. Is a pleasant man and good at working, is welcome back.
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host
I simply can't thank you - Rolf - enough for the great time we had together in September 2022. Within these three weeks in stunning and peaceful Tysford I gained valuable new craftsmen skills while removing the roof and the four side-walls of the shed on the farm in order to move the remaining light wood-frame-construction of the shed to another… read more
17 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian was here in September. He is a pleasant and funny man. Smart and hard working, willing to try all kinds of work and was not afraid to get dirty. Enjoyed being out in nature and went on long mountain walks. He is always welcome back here
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Eugen) for host
I have stayed for 2 and a half weeks. Rolf is very kind and helpful. I helped him destroy his old family farm))). It's was interesting experience to live with him: pretty calm, silence and easy going mood. His house has an amazing view and wild nature around. I remember that time as warm and cosy. Thank you Rolf.
11 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eugen)
Eugen was here for just over 2 weeks, he was a good worker, we worked on clearing and demolishing an old farm. .Men he had a lot of work to do himself in his spare time, so I didn't get to show him anything in particular of the area.
I wish him the best of luck
Regards, Rolf
I wish him the best of luck
Regards, Rolf
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre-Jean)
He was only here for 10 days, but he was a pleasant and hardworking man. So it was too little time and bad weather to show him the area. I hope he still has a nice holiday.
Regards, Rolf
Regards, Rolf
(Very good)
18 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Daniel Nessim) for host
The best host ever. I've been to Rolf place for 1 month and a half, and since the first day i have been treated like i was his son, literally. I couldn't ask for more than this, Rolf Is one of the few people with a very big heart, so kind with everyone, he likes to help and take care of people, so funny and always happy even if sometimes life has… read more
24 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel Nessim)
Daniel NessimWas here for 4 weeks .A hardworking and pleasant young man.Got a lot of help on the old farm I am demolishing.Is strong and hardworking and pleasant to have in the house good company.Can recommend him to others who need a hardworking and pleasant young man .We wish him the best of luck
(Excellent)
14 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jakub) for host
Rolf was my first Workaway host and it was a great experience! He welcomed me to his nice home and was always very friendly and caring, making sure I have enough food and feel comfortable. I think he understands the concept of Workaway perfectly; I really felt like a part of his everyday life and he was always grateful for the tasks I have done… read more
13 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakub)
A nice guy. Was here for 2 weeks healed me with a lot of work in the garden that I can not do myselfCan recommend him to everyone, he is welcome back. Good luck.
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Pascal)
Pascal was here for about 3 weeks. A pleasant young man, He helped me clear snow and helped me get chains on the tractor. He was also homely to clean and wash. Unfortunately I was in bad shape when he was here so there were not many trips around the area for him..The whole family thinks it was nice to celebrate Christmas and New Year with him.
Can… read more
Can… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Pascal) for host
I spend 24 wonderful days at Rolfs house.
He took me over the Christmas holidays and I was able to celebrate together with his family with I am very grateful for.
Rolf showed me a lot of places in the area and had a lot of stories about them as well.
But in winter time is not much work to do except clearing snow and helping with shopping and… read more
He took me over the Christmas holidays and I was able to celebrate together with his family with I am very grateful for.
Rolf showed me a lot of places in the area and had a lot of stories about them as well.
But in winter time is not much work to do except clearing snow and helping with shopping and… read more
25 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
I did my first workaway at Rolf's, which was a childhood dream. Rolf is a real chef, he never stops trying to show me the facets of his country, and make me discover the surroundings. I helped him around my house by cutting grass and logs.
I thank him for everything, for his kindness and for his lovely friends. I hope one day to return to Norway… read more
I thank him for everything, for his kindness and for his lovely friends. I hope one day to return to Norway… read more
26 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre)
Pierre came here August 3 and was here until September 19, just interrupted with a trip to Lofoten with a friend.He is gentle and funny all day .He is very good to work and works hard and did a great job in my forest and garden .So clear that he came from a farm and could use all kinds of tools.A free-spirited man who likes to go in nature and… read more
(Excellent)
15 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Luciano Manuel) for host
I stayed with Rolf for 2 weeks and He is a such nice man. We did a lot of stuff together like going to have some grill on the side of the beach and visit some beautiful places around Bognes. I have the opportunity to help him in the garden and some little tasks. He was the first person driving me to see the midnight sun and also We enjoyed a lot… read more
24 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Luciano Manuel)
He is a nice young man, was here just over 3 weeks before he had to go on. Got lots of help in the garden and with paint he was good at working. Was also good at cleaning and washing. We had many pleasant car trips together, Can he recommend to others.
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Rolf is a beautibul person. He likes his land. I was very comfortable at his home. He always talked to me and takes me to interestings places.
The food is excellend!!!
He is open and flexible person.
If you want a time to be in peace and harmony with someone who explains Norwegian culture to you, this is the place.
The food is excellend!!!
He is open and flexible person.
If you want a time to be in peace and harmony with someone who explains Norwegian culture to you, this is the place.
1 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
En trivelig og flink mann .Han var kunskapsrik i mange sorter arbeid å mestret det uten problemer og ryddet flott opp etter fulført arbeide .Var heldig å få se Nord-Norge fra sin fine side med godt vær og noen fine turer .Han er velkommen tilbake g kan anbefales til andre .
(Excellent)
7 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kenta) for host
He is a kind man. The view from the house is beautiful. He brings workawayers to many places at the area. Removing snow was a lot of fun for me. I hope everything gonna be OK for his life and it will be not much snow rest of this winter because he hates snow;)haha
2 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kenta)
Kenta was here for just over a month. A nice man. He was good at working, helped me a lot with removing snow, which was a lot of while he was here. Was non days with nice winter weather so we got some trips out and showed him some of the area here. Wishing him good luck on his journey around the world. Can he recommend to anyone
(Excellent)
31 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim)
Been here 1 1/2 weeks .Be a decent young man .Be strong and good and shovel snow .I wish him luck on the journey
(Excellent)
20 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
Michael was here for 6 weeks. He was very strong to work well. Although he has never seen snow, he removed snow faster than I did with the snow cutter. He also saw what needed to be done in house work. That he was pleasant company in the dark time here, both inside and when we were out on trips. Fun to cook for people who are not afraid to eat… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
I stayed with Rolf for 6 weeks over December/January - it was an excellent experience. His house is in the most beautiful location, with mountains and fjords all around! I was even lucky enough to see the Northern Lights!
Rolf was an excellent host, cooking the most delicious food (of which there was plenty), taking me on trips to see all the… read more
Rolf was an excellent host, cooking the most delicious food (of which there was plenty), taking me on trips to see all the… read more
28 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Petri)
He was here for 3 weeks. Was strong and worked well with the work I had to do. Wishes him good luck in the future.
(Very good)
21 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sophea) for host
Hey,
Greetings!
My name is Sopeha, from Cambodia. I have stayed with Rolf for 7 weeks. It was my second experience with workaway.
It's hard to put into words how special and memorable this experience was. I was really lucky to went to this place! Was the best experience in my life. I can proudly say “I went there as a stranger, then I left as a… read more
Greetings!
My name is Sopeha, from Cambodia. I have stayed with Rolf for 7 weeks. It was my second experience with workaway.
It's hard to put into words how special and memorable this experience was. I was really lucky to went to this place! Was the best experience in my life. I can proudly say “I went there as a stranger, then I left as a… read more
5 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophea)
He was here for almost 2 months, a nice man. We had a good time together and participated in a lot of what happened in the area here. He saw what was needed and done in the garden and in the house. He is welcome back if he wants to
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Benjamin) for host
Stayed for three weeks with Rolf in Storjord, and I had a really nice time there. Rolf is a very layed-back, quiet person, very nice and generous, who can cook very well, I loved the food there. The house is very comfortable and clean as well.
Rolf showed me around the whole area, which was great, and we spent some time with his family, Evi and… read more
Rolf showed me around the whole area, which was great, and we spent some time with his family, Evi and… read more
9 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin)
Stay here for 3 weeks, a nice man to have in the house.
Good to work when there was something to do, liked to remove snow both with snow shovel and with snowflakes. He thinks he liked it here he managed to see the Northern Lights .Welcome back if he wants to.
Good to work when there was something to do, liked to remove snow both with snow shovel and with snowflakes. He thinks he liked it here he managed to see the Northern Lights .Welcome back if he wants to.
(Excellent)
8 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hideharu) for host
I have stayed for 3weeks. Rolf is very kind and helpful. My working was taking snow(when it snow much), cleaning rooms(sometimes), holding luggage which we buy. it were so easy. My sleeping room is very clean and big bed. I was so happy to sleep the room. Every food which he made was so delicious and simple. I love it.
My english was not good.But… read more
My english was not good.But… read more
26 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Hideharu)
Hi he was here for 3 weeks, a fun and helpful man. I miss him already He tackled winter and dark time pretty well to never have seen it before. Was easy to cook for, he ate everything I made even though it was alien to him. He is always welcome back
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jules)
Nice man, did something work while he was here for only a week. He was lucky to see lots of northern lights one evening.
(Good)
10 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Madis) for host
I was at Rolf place for 4 weeks but the time passed so fast like it been only 1 week. Rolf is very good and kind man, he knows how to make a great meal and he also showed me many different places around Tysfjord. I am truly grateful for this. The work was not difficult, it was interesting and I learned a lot of new things. I totally recommend Rolf… read more
8 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Madis)
Was a nice and pleasant man who was very easy to learn. Helped me with a lot of different work that I did not manage to do. So I can recommend to everyone. Always welcome back.
(Excellent)
26 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Luis Miguel)
He is a nice young man nice and easy. He was sick for the short time he was here so I did not show him so much of the area. Enjoy the next trip you are young to have a lot to see and learn yet.
(Excellent)
25 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Luis Miguel) for host
What can I say…
I spent a few days with him, the intention was to be a little over a week. Sadly I became ill and soon I had to return to Barcelona because I had a family emergency. So I was only 5 days.
Rolf is a good man, no doubt. He has a very open mind, you can practically talk whatever you want with him. When I was sick he took care of me,… read more
I spent a few days with him, the intention was to be a little over a week. Sadly I became ill and soon I had to return to Barcelona because I had a family emergency. So I was only 5 days.
Rolf is a good man, no doubt. He has a very open mind, you can practically talk whatever you want with him. When I was sick he took care of me,… read more
2 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander)
A really nice man to have in the house, who sees what needs to be done. He learns quickly and has done a lot of work as I do not manage myself with my bad health, both inside and outside. Ate all kinds of food that I made although it was unknown to him. If very social to bring along everywhere, easily come into contact with other people very… read more
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomohide)
Was here about 3 weeks, a nice person. Had easy to learn everything he should do, work very hart.Han are welcome back here if he wants.
(Excellent)
6 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcin)
Marcin var en grei og arbeidsom person. Lett for å se hvordan han måtte gjøre arbeidet .Han var også en hyggelig mann å ha sammen med seg alltid blid .
(Excellent)
2 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Richard)
He was a kind man who helped me a lot both in the garden and house
Think he enjoyed staying here even though the weather was not the best
Think he enjoyed staying here even though the weather was not the best
(Very good)
31 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kil Han)
He was here a month a decent and active man, I got a lot of help he was very cleanly in the house and personally.
Was very interested to learn all of the work, and everything about Norwegian food.
He was very fond of nature and was maange walks in the mountains, enjoyed fishing in the sea and in lake
Was very interested to learn all of the work, and everything about Norwegian food.
He was very fond of nature and was maange walks in the mountains, enjoyed fishing in the sea and in lake
(Excellent)
