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We are a couple,Oana and Marius, aged 60+,looking for help in the running a guesthouse in rural area of Maramures County,Transylvania.
The property is situated in a natural park of 1.5 hectares , near the forest.
The nearest town Baia-Mare, the county capital, is only 15 km away with supermarkets, shops, restaurants, clubs, ….
On the property we have a 6 bedrooms, self catering guesthouse , that we use to rent to tourists, mainly groups of friends or families.
There are also terraces, outdoor swimming pool, sports ground, barbecue place and a mineral water spring.
Recently we started in the same location, another accommodation facility as a hostel, which is opened from 15 -th April to 1-st October.
We look for workaway-ers traveling as a couple,family, or 2-3 individuals, for periods of 2- 4 weeks or even more.
So if you manage to travel to North Romania, where our place is, you are welcomed to join.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Being located practically in the middle of nature,near the forest , we try to keep the green area as much natural as possible, in a controlled mode. You will learn about organic agriculture and horticulture, about harvesting fruits and processing them into traditional products:jams, juice or other drinks.
You could learn from the host about Romanian cuisine as well as some Romanian words.
You will be able to see wild animals coming from the woods, like squirrel, deer or fox ,to learn about trees , mushrooms and forest fruits, but also learn about domestic animals.
Help
The type of help we need is about : gardening ,weeding,maintenance, renovation, small construction projects, help in the house , help with tourists, supplying.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Romanian: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Hungarian: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
You will be hosted in one of the hostel's room, with shared bathroom and kitchen. Free internet is also available.
Families will be hosted in a private room.
What else ...
The volunteering time will be 4-5 hours daily ,5 days a week, in a flexible manner.
In your time off, you can use the facilities of our location (without disturbing the tourists),or visit the beautiful places of Maramures region. You can go hiking on the mountains, visit the tourist attractions: Merry Cemetery, UNESCO Heritage wooden churches or monuments,the steam train, discover the unspoiled traditions and culture and why not become a guide for tourists.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a decent wi-fi connection and we can be flexible with the working time for digital nomads.
Space for parking camper vans
We have plenty of parking space and the place is accessible for any size of campervan.
Can possibly accept pets
We are pet friendly (dogs, cats), as long as they are well behaved.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (19)
As the weather was not so good we couldn't do so much but we helped to prepare the garden for winter and the guest house ! but we mostly spend a really greats times with Marius. We watch some movies and series, make fire and eat together ! Marius show us around and we are really thankfull… read more
This was such a great experience and Marius was so hospitable. I learned many new skills. I am very thankful. It was so nice to get a private tour of a corner of Transilvania.
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As the weather was not so good we couldn't do so much but we helped to prepare the garden for winter and the guest house ! but we mostly spend a really greats times with Marius. We watch some movies and series, make fire and eat together ! Marius show us around and we are really thankfull… read more
This was such a great experience and Marius was so hospitable. I learned many new skills. I am very thankful. It was so nice to get a private tour of a corner of Transilvania.
Even the volunteering season was formally closed at our place, their help was very much appreciated,having to prepare the house and the outdoors for the winter season.
They are a really responsible and reliable couple, easy going and flexible. They worked hard to fullfil the tasks,… read more
We always had a nice treat from him, specially during the work that can change depending on the season, but mostly include housekeeping and gardenwork.
His wife, Oana was taking care of us, sending delicious food and… read more
The guesthouse is located in a very nice small village, the area is so peaceful. Unfortunately during my stay at the hostel there were not… read more
Quick learner, she was always willing to help, not afraid of any kind of tasks .Despite her age, she is mature, responsible and trustworthy. I… read more
Marius and Oana are a very fun and smart couple to be around, we learned about Rumanian history, culture and food.
Marious is friendly, calm, clever and flexible, the work was a little bit of everything,… read more
We have been in Cluj and Baia Mare to visit and also around lakes. I had the possibility to meet… read more
I wish you good luck for the future.
The guesthouse in Maramures its an amazing place in the middle of the forest! perfect to rest, relax and be in touch with nature. The work was not to heavy; was relax and… read more
