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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
21 May 2025
Reply rate
100.0 %
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Feedback
24
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Description
Hello,
My home is situated on Galiano Island near Montague Provincial Park. I am fixing up an old house and landscaping / gardening the property that was passed down by my family.
I'm looking for hardworking, independent, peaceful easy going people who have the willingness and capacity to work both outdoors and indoors.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Gulf Island slow paced life is great for people who'd like to spend time in nature, explore the forest and ocean, get creative, read, write.
There are some community events and markets that can me fun and quaint. It's an island paradise for you if that's what you're looking for.
Help
Outdoor : eg: gardening, landscaping, carpentry, general maintinance, animal care
Indoor: eg: house cleaning, organizing, general maintenance, plumbing, painting
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Airstream bedroom, indoor kitchen and toilet, outdoor shower
What else ...
Very close to swimming beaches and parks, spectacular hiking etc. Island has restaurants, a pub and more. Kayak, moped and paddle board rentals close by spring/summer/fall, motorized bicycle rentals also available on island.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
note: the internet not "city fast" due to being on Galiano Island :) sometimes there are interruptions in service. If you want details feel free to ask.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 837948724676
Feedback (10)
29 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jake)
Jake and Claire are good people. I’m grateful for the work that they did- it was a big project and even though it didn’t get finished, significant progress was made which I am grateful for. I wish them the best in their future travels!
(Very good
)
29 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jake) for host
We had a lovely time in Tamara's airstream! Her place is lovely and the galiano community are so welcoming and kind. We spent three weeks here and enjoyed the land and projects we worked on. Constructing a shelter and deck for the caravan as well as lots of garden work. This place is where I discovered my favourite mushroom (lobster) so it holds a… read more
13 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonja)
Sonja was so wonderful to spend time with. I was going through a hard time with and she was so kind and supportive. I felt really nurtured and cared for which is just what I needed at the time. She is also a fantastic worker in everything she does. I trusted her completely and she often correctly anticipated what needed to be done, thus offloading… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Vendulka) for host
Tamara, thank you so much for your kind words. My time at your house on Galiano Island was amazing. Your farm is truly a magical place with so much potential. Thank you for your hospitality (your chicken soup forever ). 😊
11 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Vendulka)
Vendy is a unicorn, in the sense that anyone who hosts her will probably feel like they have hit the jackpot. Super smart, very accopmlished, so so so hard working (whew!) and an incredible problem solver. I learned so much from her and her presence on the farm has been profound. I see the difference she made here every single day. I only wish she… read more
(Excellent
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29 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jake)
Jake and Claire are good people. I’m grateful for the work that they did- it was a big project and even though it didn’t get finished, significant progress was made which I am grateful for. I wish them the best in their future travels!
(Very good)
29 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jake) for host
We had a lovely time in Tamara's airstream! Her place is lovely and the galiano community are so welcoming and kind. We spent three weeks here and enjoyed the land and projects we worked on. Constructing a shelter and deck for the caravan as well as lots of garden work. This place is where I discovered my favourite mushroom (lobster) so it holds a… read more
13 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonja)
Sonja was so wonderful to spend time with. I was going through a hard time with and she was so kind and supportive. I felt really nurtured and cared for which is just what I needed at the time. She is also a fantastic worker in everything she does. I trusted her completely and she often correctly anticipated what needed to be done, thus offloading… read more
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Vendulka) for host
Tamara, thank you so much for your kind words. My time at your house on Galiano Island was amazing. Your farm is truly a magical place with so much potential. Thank you for your hospitality (your chicken soup forever ). 😊
11 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Vendulka)
Vendy is a unicorn, in the sense that anyone who hosts her will probably feel like they have hit the jackpot. Super smart, very accopmlished, so so so hard working (whew!) and an incredible problem solver. I learned so much from her and her presence on the farm has been profound. I see the difference she made here every single day. I only wish she… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice Alice Alice, how I miss thee! Running with you in the mornings, that show at Mateada on Saltspring, Staying at Cam and Veras. You were such a lovely companion. I really missed you when you left. I hope to see you again sometime down the road. xx
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolin)
I am so grateful that Caro came to stay here, and my garden is looking gorgeous as a result. She built some fantastic beds, transplanted a bunch of shrubs and did so with a pep in her step and good nature. She is quiet and hardworking. She is deep and calm, a real asset to have around and I'd have her back in an instant. Thanks Caro for you… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria)
Victoria is an absolute delight and joy to be around and such a bright light. I am deeply grateful for her kindness, good humour, insight, dedication to the work she does, flexibility, and insightlfulness. I feel we will be friends for a long time to come, maybe for life! Thanks Victoria!
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kerstin Friederike) for host
21 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire)
Claire was a wonderful presence in our home and on our farm. She has so much grace, wisdom, intelligence and kindness, Yet it is also incredibly hard-working and knowledgeable. Every aspect of having her here was uplifting and positive. She was amazing with our duckling, very organized and helpful both around the house, on the farm as well as… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host
There is a special place in my heart for the 2.5 weeks I spent here with the lovely hosts! Tamara is a beautiful soul who has so much talent and creative energy to share with the world and is constantly looking to better herself as a person. I enjoyed the meaningful conversations we’ve had about so many topics. Brent is witty and easy going, and… read more
26 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lois)
Lois was an incredible help and great company. I would have her back in an instant. She’s knowledgable, skilled, takes instruction well, has a great sense of humor, conscientious, has a great work ethic, and is an excellent project manager and problem solver. Just a lovely person overall. Thank you Lois for bringing so much light into our lives… read more
(Excellent)
24 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lois) for host
Tamara and Brent were excellent hosts, their home is full of creativity. It was great to get to know them both and help Tamara with her music. Galiano island is a magical place to stay. And the vintage airstream was super cosy and cute! I also really enjoyed spending time with the ducks, chickens and geese. I would highly recommend this workaway… read more
8 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Vanessa)
Vanessa is an absolute delight to have around. A hard workier, easy going, friendly and sweet. Such an asset to our homestead we'd welcome her back anytime.
(Excellent)
28 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Vanessa) for host
I spent more than 2 weeks at Tamara's and Brent's house on Galiano Island. It was really nice and both of them are kind and friendly people. Galiano is a beautiful Island and I spent a good time here. The work was fair and it was so nice to work outside most of time! Tamara is also really good at cooking and baking, I definitely enjoyed her… read more
23 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
Tamara and Brent were wonderful hosts and I loved getting to know them, the animals and Galiano island. I really enjoyed my five week stay here and learnt a lot about farm life and gardening. Tamara and Brent were perfect workaway hosts for my first time as they were great at communication and made me feel very welcome. We had deep and meaningful… read more
30 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Incredible worker and such a lovely human. Please come back soon Emma! We miss you ❤️
(Excellent)
30 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Amandine)
Fantastic company and great worker. Look forward to hosting Amandine again soon!
(Excellent)
11 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Tobias)
Tobias was a pleasure to be around- very easy going and hard working. It transformed my garden in fantastic ways! We only wish he could have stayed longer! Thanks for everything Tobi, you’re welcome back anytime 😊
(Excellent)
11 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Tobias) for host
Had a awesome stay with Tamara and Brant. They were super welcoming and easy going. We had really good chats together. Unfortunately I could only stay for a week but during this time they introduced me in the island community. I had a super classic camper Trailer for my own and work was flexible and interesting.
19 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
We really enjoyed hosting Jakob and are grateful for all he did in the weeks that he was here. He is wise beyond his years and very easy to be around as well as a great conversationalist. He was very flexible and understanding as well as able to work well without supervision. We miss him already!
(Excellent)
15 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
Although I only stayed for two weeks, I had a wonderful time here! Tamara went above and beyond to make sure I have a pleasant stay. The working hours were very flexible and there was a good balance between work and free time.
After the first few days, I already felt like part of the family: We had great dinners together, interesting conversations… read more
After the first few days, I already felt like part of the family: We had great dinners together, interesting conversations… read more
17 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kai)
Kai was an absolute blessing to have at our place. He was kind and hardworking, smart and a good companion to have around for both of us. We will be forever grateful for the heart and soul he put into our project and hope he comes back to visit soon.
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kai) for host
Tamara and Brent are excellent hosts, glad that I was able to stay there for quite a while..
I felt at home instantly and connected super well..so I decided to stay about 3 months,during which we had several cool projects,their place is turning into a great place of music and creativity..
Tamara and Brent are experienced musicians who love to… read more
I felt at home instantly and connected super well..so I decided to stay about 3 months,during which we had several cool projects,their place is turning into a great place of music and creativity..
Tamara and Brent are experienced musicians who love to… read more
