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We have a large garden (about 4 acres) and we're looking for some help for approx 4.5 hours a day to keep the garden tidy. Lots of different projects including clearing, planting, weeding and maintaining a poly tunnel and general help in the garden.
We are looking for a couple who like being outdoors and if you have garden experience that would be fantastic. The work is not hard but we expect you to do some things that require you to do some lifting, digging and getting dirty. In other words this is work for a couple with experience, maturity and good common sense.
If you like being outside and enjoying a beautiful environment this is a perfect place to be and if you don't have some experience of outdoor projects then this is probably not suitable for you.
We don't live near a town so it's good if you like being in a remote location and enjoying nature. Even better if you have your own car!
A good level of English is essential.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live in a lovely place, by the sea but very private with our own jetty and boat and beaches all at the bottom of the garden.
Both David and I have travelled a lot and lived in different countries and I volunteered in New Zealand and Australia so I know the benefits of doing this. My parents also had volunteers when I was growing up and that was the 1970's/80's when it was less usual! We love having people from other countries and showing them around and showing them Irish life......
You can walk to Derrynane beach from here and we are on the Kerry Way so if you like walking it's ideal . Our previous Workaway's have managed to see a lot while they've been here and there is a good local link which takes you to Killarney and Kenmare but if you have a car all the better!
We are happy to give you dinner a once or twice a week but you have a kitchen in your apartment so you will mostly self cater and we'll provide your food. The weekends are free and we encourage Workaway's to explore the area or do some of the lovely hikes near us.
Help
We welcome general help around the house and garden but only for a few hours a day. The help is suitable for couples as we don’t have other Workaways and it can also be a little physically demanding.
It's important to stress that we are remote and may not suitable for a single Workaway. Please consider this before applying but if you are someone who is happy with their own company then this is ideal.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a room with a kitchen and ensuite bathroom in a separate building from us. We can't take families. We would like couples or 2 friends travelling together(there is only one double bed)
What else ...
There are lots of things to do locally although it is challenging without a car. Derrynane House National Park and beach are very close (15 mins walk) and there is lots of hiking as we are on the Kerry Way.
There is a local bus service called local link which runs every day and will take you to the nearest town and back.
There are buses to Killarney from Waterville which is about 10 kms away and from Killarney there are trains to Dublin and Cork.
There are buses to and from Dublin as well and a flightlink directly to Dublin airport from Killarney.
The best months to come are between March to October. We have no work in the winter months.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 814292594767
Feedback (18)
26 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Florane & Mathilde) for host
We were at Géraldine's place for 1 week and really enjoyed our stay, the area was incredibly beautiful and the apartments we were in were top comfort. The work was very light (weeding, cutting branches, dusting) and we had plenty of time to explore and go hiking or swimming- when the weather allowed us to. Geraldine is really nice, she invited us… read more
14 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Florane & Mathilde)
Florane and Mathilde were a fantastic help at the end of our long summer in the garden and we also really enjoyed their company ... they were only here for a week but managed to get a lot done and I am very grateful for their help and enthusiasm .
Good luck with the next adventures and see you again
Geraldine, Fia and all the cats 😻
Good luck with the next adventures and see you again
Geraldine, Fia and all the cats 😻
(Excellent
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12 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Gian & Rachel)
These two are delightful and we loved having them in July.... they painted our apartment and did such a professional job but mostly we really enjoyed their company and chats!
Thank you Gian and Rachel and wishing you the best of onward travels and hope we see you again
Geraldine David and Patrick , Fia and all the cats😊
Thank you Gian and Rachel and wishing you the best of onward travels and hope we see you again
Geraldine David and Patrick , Fia and all the cats😊
(Excellent
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30 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Quinlan)
We hosted Quinlan for nearly 6 weeks in May and early June, she is an excellent worker and was a part of the family by the time she left. It was a real pleasure to have her and she worked so hard on a range of jobs from being in the poly tunnel to a lot of hardcore clearing of gorse and other general work in the garden. We have a lot of ground to… read more
(Excellent
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26 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Florane & Mathilde) for host
We were at Géraldine's place for 1 week and really enjoyed our stay, the area was incredibly beautiful and the apartments we were in were top comfort. The work was very light (weeding, cutting branches, dusting) and we had plenty of time to explore and go hiking or swimming- when the weather allowed us to. Geraldine is really nice, she invited us… read more
14 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Florane & Mathilde)
Florane and Mathilde were a fantastic help at the end of our long summer in the garden and we also really enjoyed their company ... they were only here for a week but managed to get a lot done and I am very grateful for their help and enthusiasm .
Good luck with the next adventures and see you again
Geraldine, Fia and all the cats 😻
Good luck with the next adventures and see you again
Geraldine, Fia and all the cats 😻
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Gian & Rachel)
These two are delightful and we loved having them in July.... they painted our apartment and did such a professional job but mostly we really enjoyed their company and chats!
Thank you Gian and Rachel and wishing you the best of onward travels and hope we see you again
Geraldine David and Patrick , Fia and all the cats😊
Thank you Gian and Rachel and wishing you the best of onward travels and hope we see you again
Geraldine David and Patrick , Fia and all the cats😊
(Excellent)
30 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Quinlan)
We hosted Quinlan for nearly 6 weeks in May and early June, she is an excellent worker and was a part of the family by the time she left. It was a real pleasure to have her and she worked so hard on a range of jobs from being in the poly tunnel to a lot of hardcore clearing of gorse and other general work in the garden. We have a lot of ground to… read more
(Excellent)
19 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina & Milos)
Kathi and Milos came to us at the end of March and stayed 3 weeks with us and during that time they were a tremendous help in the garden and around the house ....
We really enjoyed their company and had many happy evenings and good chats. They did a broad range of jobs and in all weathers so a huge thank you to them both for all their hard… read more
We really enjoyed their company and had many happy evenings and good chats. They did a broad range of jobs and in all weathers so a huge thank you to them both for all their hard… read more
(Excellent)
13 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Katharina & Milos) for host
We spent 3 amazing weeks with Geraldine and David in March/April. Both of them are very kind persons and their place and the surroundings are just gorgeous. The work was flexible, based on the weather, with lots of variety. We were usually working in the garden, which is one of the most beautiful places. Some of the tasks were cutting bushes,… read more
3 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alma)
Alma is a delight to have as a Workaway and she was enthusiastic about any of the jobs we asked her to do. She is great company, very sociable and and a keen hiker, she did some very impressive parts of the Kerry way while she was staying with. March is not an easy month to be outside in Ireland so she did extremely well with all her work.
We… read more
We… read more
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (BenJess)
We are so lucky to have had Jessica and Benjamin with us .....they came back again in October and stayed until December so we are missing them very much. Apart from the amazing work they did in the garden they were both a delight to have and we loved their company and they really embraced being here in Kerry and saw lots and did lots! They are so… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (BenJess) for host
My husband and I spent 6 weeks with Geraldine and her family in June and July.
It has been an incredible experience. The place is a true paradise on earth with amazing views.
We worked in the garden and it has been fun and a wonderful project to help them make the garden look even better.
We had our own apartment (big kitchen and bathroom) with a… read more
It has been an incredible experience. The place is a true paradise on earth with amazing views.
We worked in the garden and it has been fun and a wonderful project to help them make the garden look even better.
We had our own apartment (big kitchen and bathroom) with a… read more
5 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Henrik)
Henrik is a delight and great company and he was so willing and enthusiastic and very hard working..... he did some not so great jobs such as sanding and painting our summer hut and did them amazingly! Not everyone would do this so a HUGE thank you to him and we are v grateful and really appreciate your great work.
I cannot recommend Henrik enough… read more
I cannot recommend Henrik enough… read more
(Excellent)
30 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Henrik) for host
I spent May 2023 with Geraldine and David. The place of residence is very nice. A nice house by the sea with a large garden. A magical place for long hikes in the mountains or just to enjoy the beaches. Apart from the beautiful location, the hosts were also very friendly to me. From day one I was taken care of very well.
I mainly worked in the… read more
I mainly worked in the… read more
7 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Conor) for host
Here's a reasonable and generous exchange, with lots received in return for output.
The accommodation was very nice and well equipped.
The nature on the premises and in the areas around, are wonderful for sights, sounds and walks.
Work was straightforward and fairly varied.
If you are travelling alone and have a hermit nature then you can enjoy… read more
The accommodation was very nice and well equipped.
The nature on the premises and in the areas around, are wonderful for sights, sounds and walks.
Work was straightforward and fairly varied.
If you are travelling alone and have a hermit nature then you can enjoy… read more
5 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Conor)
Conor spent nearly a month with us and during that time he worked very hard and achieved a lot in the garden with jobs ranging form painting, clearing weeds and general help... he is thoughtful and likes to engage in interesting conversations on a broad range of subjects. He is very self motivated and will get on with any job asked of him.
I wish… read more
I wish… read more
(Excellent)
10 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ulrich)
Uli was a delight to have around and we loved having him and he was great at all the tasks we asked him to do including power hosing, clearing, raking and general work in the garden.
He is great company and thoughtful about everything, his english is excellent and just a very positive presence.
It was a very quick week and he got a lot done so a… read more
He is great company and thoughtful about everything, his english is excellent and just a very positive presence.
It was a very quick week and he got a lot done so a… read more
(Excellent)
19 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Leah)
I loved having Justin and Leah and it was the best 3 weeks of clearing the garden after the winter and just as importantly lots of good conversation and cultural exchange... I hadn't really had any Workaway's due to Covid for the last 2 years so it was a joy to have such great, interesting and enthusiastic help and I am really missing them.I can't… read more
(Excellent)
17 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Leah) for host
Geraldine is an outstanding host! 5 stars all around! She goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. She will try her best to take you places and introduce you to some lovely Irish culture. I stayed here for a little over 3 weeks and would of stayed longer if I could of. The accommodation is very comfortable and private and the… read more
22 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria Fernanda & Jan)
Due to Covid we've had a quiet summer in the garden and no workaways but we needed to do our end of summer meadow cut and collect!
It's a tough job, lots of raking and collecting grass so we decided we needed help and we were so lucky to find Jan and Fernanda.... what great timing as they also wanted to escape Dublin for a week AND we had the… read more
It's a tough job, lots of raking and collecting grass so we decided we needed help and we were so lucky to find Jan and Fernanda.... what great timing as they also wanted to escape Dublin for a week AND we had the… read more
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Maria Fernanda & Jan) for host
We were only able to be there for a week but this has been one of the best experiences we have ever had! Geraldine, David and their family are incredibly nice and fun. Geraldine is super attentive and nice always taking care of us and making sure we were enjoying ourselves and having a good time. They were happy to drive us around when needed to… read more
21 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kersten & Donald)
FANTASTIC couple and loved, loved having Kersten and Donald to stay with us... 2 wonderfully productive weeks and everything you could possibly wish for in terms of initiative, enthusiasm, productivity and great company
We feel very lucky to have meet them both and hope we will now stay firm friends and we were very sad to see them go. A huge… read more
We feel very lucky to have meet them both and hope we will now stay firm friends and we were very sad to see them go. A huge… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)
Sara and Imanol were so interesting and interested.... we leant a lot about the Basque region of Spain ( we are definitely coming to visit) and they both love Ireland so it was a great cultural exchange.
They did some serious clearing in the garden, not easy work but it all looks so much better and THANK YOU both and I must also say Sara is a… read more
They did some serious clearing in the garden, not easy work but it all looks so much better and THANK YOU both and I must also say Sara is a… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host
Me and my partner stayed here for 2 weeks and it was just a beautiful experience. Geraldine and David are so nice, kind and sweet. They are very considerate and always cared about our well-being. We shared some meals with them, they are really good cooks! The apartment we stayed in was superb, so cozy and equipped with everything we needed. It is… read more
18 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Pascaline & Alexandre) for host
Our stay here was just beyond expectations... 2 weeks of pure joy working in Geraldine and David's garden! Everything was just so comfortable and welcoming, we can't thank them enough. Their home is a little piece of heaven with a unique view (one of the most beautiful we have ever seen) and it is completely worth the drive down the hill. They… read more
18 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Pascaline & Alexandre)
Pascaline and Alex spent 2 weeks with us after Easter and they did spectacular work in the garden and we absolutely loved having them....... Wonderful company and happy to do any thing we asked but in the end they were so good at clearing and making the garden look amazing that we let them at it! We also as a family really enjoyed having them… read more
(Excellent)
13 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin & Edwige)
We LOVED having Edwige and Valentin. They were great company, lots of good conversations and they did superb work in the garden. There is a lot to do in April and they both worked hard and made it all look wonderful. Thank you both and happy travels and please come and see us again.
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Valentin & Edwige) for host
Maybe it's one of the best place to do workaway. Geraldine & David are brillant. They welcomed us like members of theirs family. The place where we slept was very nice. We spent lot of time with Geraldine and David and we loved share lunch and dinners with them. They cook wonderfully. The work what we did was wasn't boring with the amazing view on… read more
17 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Aimee & Ezra)
We have been so lucky with all our workaway's and quite a few are now firm friends and we can absolutely add Aimee and Ezra. In fact they are now part of the family..... we had a very busy 2 weeks with a full house of family and friends and they both cooked and looked after us so well. Ezra is a superb cook and we ate the best vegan food ever.… read more
(Excellent)
15 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Aimee & Ezra) for host
There are not enough kind words to describe Geraldine and David (and their children and pets too)! This was our first time using workaway and they set the bar high. We had everything we needed and more for what felt like not much work in exchange. We spent a lot of time with the family because we enjoyed them so much. The work was fine and they… read more
27 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kamilla & Ádám)
Thumbs up to Kamilla and Adam. Thank you for your kind words and it was a pleasure to have you all the way from Hungary! Our first ever Hungarians and it was so interesting to discover more about the country. This is where Workaways is such a good idea and a fantastic way to swap cultures....... I hope you come back and see us again and thank you… read more
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kamilla & Ádám) for host
Dear everyone who is reading this! This was the best holiday we've ever had! Geraldine, David, Mella (, the kittens and Daisy) were the nicest hosts, they made sure we have everything we need, helped us whenever we weren't experts in gardening. The work was pretty fun, not too much and we could schedule our day as we wanted to.
We really enjoyed… read more
We really enjoyed… read more
16 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakub & Karolína)
Karolina and Jakub were energetic, really helpful, resourceful and interested in everything and we loved having them here for nearly 2 weeks..... there was quite a lot of heavy lifting and gardening to do but they were great and it was such a relief to have them as we'd been away and the garden was wild!
Thank you to you both and I would… read more
Thank you to you both and I would… read more
(Excellent)
14 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jakub & Karolína) for host
Absolutely outstanding!
We would only repeat things which were already said in previous feedbacks and so we decided to highlight some stuff which we enjoyed during our stay: The place where we stayed was totally cosy and home like. Inspiring in many ways. Work was very variable and enjoyable (and never too tiring), body-boarding on ocean waves was… read more
We would only repeat things which were already said in previous feedbacks and so we decided to highlight some stuff which we enjoyed during our stay: The place where we stayed was totally cosy and home like. Inspiring in many ways. Work was very variable and enjoyable (and never too tiring), body-boarding on ocean waves was… read more
22 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)
We had Phillip just for one week but he was a tremendous help with moving furniture and painting and gardening.
Unfortunately the weather wasn't great so it did restrict the work he could do outside but it was still a good productive week. He was very self sufficient and easy to have around and we wish him all the best with his travels over the… read more
Unfortunately the weather wasn't great so it did restrict the work he could do outside but it was still a good productive week. He was very self sufficient and easy to have around and we wish him all the best with his travels over the… read more
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Christine) for host
I had a great time with Geraldine and David. They are amazing people and we had great conversations. The accomodation you have there will leave you breathless. Your own kitchen and bath a double bed an amazing view and tons of space. The area is great to go for walks there is a beautiful ach nearby and a wonderful view on the ocean.
They are great… read more
They are great… read more
31 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles & Anna)
Anna and Charles were our first workaways of the year and March can be very cold and miserable and they had to do quite a few jobs outside but they were absolutely great and did them admirably. They also helped clear up a house after builders. Not only that (and it wasn't the most exciting work) they were lovely to have around and fitted in so… read more
(Excellent)
30 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Charles & Anna) for host
Staying two weeks with Geraldine is the best decision we've made while traveling! She truly welcomed us like family and made sure we had an excellent experience in Co. Kerry. Not only were we comfortable and well taken care of (the accommodations were lovely and relaxing, the food was delicious), we also enjoyed the beautiful scenery right where… read more
20 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
We have been so lucky...... another lovely workaway. Anna was such a help, she did things without even being asked! She spoke perfect English and was always chatty and lovely company. Daisy loved her walks and Anna coped very well as there was a lot of coming and going and she looked after all the animals so well. We will miss her and we are… read more
(Excellent)
15 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Geraldine and David were the most hospitable and helpful hosts! I felt welcome from the moment I arrived, and Geraldine never missed an opportunity to show me the beautiful places near their House. I really enjoyed the garden work and the walks with Daisy, the black Labrador, and I'd love to come back next summer!
14 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lily)
We loved Lily!! She was so easy to have around, great company and has had a very interesting life so far! She paints beautifully and her work is very professional.
We'd love to have her back anytime, there's loads more painting to do!
We'd love to have her back anytime, there's loads more painting to do!
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lily) for host
Geraldine and David were excellent hosts. They are both great cooks and a delight to spend time with. Gerldine took me around to see much of the sorounding area which is stunningly beautiful. Their house and gardens are in the most gorgeous setting right on the water. As far as work goes I mostly painted which was pretty ideal. I spent just over… read more
13 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Georg)
I can easily say that Georg and Hanna were 2 of the best workaway's that I've ever had and were a pleasure to have around for the 2 weeks they were here and our garden looks amazing as a result...... but not just the garden. Both were so easy, friendly, HELPFUL and hard working to have in the house and outside that they will be a hard act to… read more
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Georg) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Geraldine and her kids and it was one of the best hostamilies I have ever been! I felt like a part of the family since the first seconds when we met her.
Geraldine is so kind and takes as much care as she can to make your stay unforgetable. She took me and a friend of mine to Killarney, to Kenmare or to Waterville. So we saw a… read more
Geraldine is so kind and takes as much care as she can to make your stay unforgetable. She took me and a friend of mine to Killarney, to Kenmare or to Waterville. So we saw a… read more
