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*We are currently looking for harvest volunteers starting around March 15th and a minimum commitment of 4 weeks, preferably 6 weeks. We prefer couples with a genuine interest in wine as this is the most important time of the year for us and we need people who understand at least a little of what's going on!
This is a hands-on winemaking/learning experience and you'll be involved in every aspect of the process from harvesting, crushing, punchdowns and daily measurements to pressing and barreling the finished wines. It's hard work and pretty intense on harvest days but there is plenty of downtime on other days to explore the valley. There are usually other Workaways in the neighbourhood to hang out with as well.
We've had aspiring winemakers, sommeliers and wine shop workers do harvest with us. It's a great place to learn what winemaking means in a practical sense!*
I'm a 47 year old Englishman who's lived in Chile for 18 years and, with my Chilean wife, have a lovely 4 hectare property in Chile's best wine region- the Colchagua Valley. We're located about 2.5 hours south of Santiago (by car- the bus takes a little longer).
In 2013 we planted about a hectare of vineyard and we farm it organically. It's fantastic to work the land and great to see all our hard work pay off. We've been making high-quality wine since 2015. In 2020 we opened a small 2 apartment wine hotel, and receive tourists for wine tours and weekend stays.
The property has an organic fruit orchard and organic vegetable garden. We're about 30 minutes from the town of Santa Cruz and a few minutes from the small village of Poblacion, where you can buy basic provisions.
We also have 5 dogs (plus chickens and ducks), so if you're not a pet person, we're definitely not the place for you. The dogs are extremely friendly and will follow you around all day! They're all indoor-outdoor animals and have free run of the place.
We live in a fun community of people from all over the world and the Colchagua Valley is beautiful, full of wineries and vineyards. We're about an hour from Pichilemu, Chile's top surf spot as well. There are usually other volunteers a couple of minutes down the road, as our neighbours are also on workaway.
Accommodation is in an independent, fully equipped house. The house has 2 bedrooms and is shared with other volunteers, if we have others here. Vegetarian food is included, you prepare your own meals. Internet is fairly limited as we're in the middle of the countryside on a 4G connection. It's for basic browsing and sending emails, not really for downloading or streaming although it works ok. Bring a book and disconnect for a while. We all work really hard, but we have lots of fun as well.
*Important note: If you're allergic to bees or wasps, you'd be taking a risk coming here for harvest. Bees & wasps are highly attracted to crushed grapes and it's common to have to walk through and work within what seems to be a swarm! It is surprisingly rare for anyone to get stung (they're interested in the grape juice, not you!), but it can happen. We encourage all workers to wear long trousers and long-sleeved shirts buttoned up to the neck, plus gloves at all times, but we can't be responsible if you get stung (unlikely, but always possible), so please take that into consideration!*️️️️️️️️️️️
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Process of making wine, what it takes to run an organic farm, basic construction, how to grow veggies and some Spanish practice...basically, general life skills!
Help
Gardening, tidying up the property in general (vineyard and gardens need constant attention!), tending the vineyard, looking after the dogs, some basic house tasks from time to time, lots of digging and some serious weeding...We all help really hard here and expect everyone to pull their weight...but we have a lot of fun in the downtime, though!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
Independent 2 bedroom, fully-equipped house on-site. Satellite tv & wifi access. Vegetarian food included.
What else ...
Be prepared to work quite hard! But in your free time, there's plenty to do in the area- wineries to visit, one of South America's best surf spots less than 1 hour away, Santiago 4 hours on the bus.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 845179112883
Feedback (40)
28 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
We absolutely loved our stay at La Despensa with Matt, Ana, the crazy and amazing dogs, Herman, Jose, Juan and of course the other volunteers. We helped out during this years' harvest. Work varies from getting up early to pick (lots!) of grapes, which was our favourite task, to punching down, pumping over, measuring the most. Also a fair amount of… read more
14 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andreas & Martina) for host
Our work experience at this place is probably different from others. We helped Ana and Matt to look after their animals (dogs and chicken) and we looked after the swimming pool while the hosts were travelling on their own. We had a wonderful time on on their beautiful tranquil property and their lovely dogs. Whenever there was a problem, and we… read more
3 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Andreas & Martina)
Martina and Andreas came to look after our property and our 9 dogs for a month and were absolutely brilliant. Super responsible, fantastic with the dogs, great in the garden and with the swimming pool and with everything else that needed to be done- it made our trip a whole lot easier knowing they were there to look after everything. We would be… read more
(Excellent
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16 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Daniel) for host
This was our first workaway, and we spent two weeks here in April, thoroughly enjoying the beautiful quiet location, hardworking but fun days, and barbecue evenings in front of our accomodation. The volunteers house itself is very comfortable and well stocked, and although the closest town is a good 45 minute walk away we were able to get lifts… read more
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28 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
We absolutely loved our stay at La Despensa with Matt, Ana, the crazy and amazing dogs, Herman, Jose, Juan and of course the other volunteers. We helped out during this years' harvest. Work varies from getting up early to pick (lots!) of grapes, which was our favourite task, to punching down, pumping over, measuring the most. Also a fair amount of… read more
14 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andreas & Martina) for host
Our work experience at this place is probably different from others. We helped Ana and Matt to look after their animals (dogs and chicken) and we looked after the swimming pool while the hosts were travelling on their own. We had a wonderful time on on their beautiful tranquil property and their lovely dogs. Whenever there was a problem, and we… read more
3 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Andreas & Martina)
Martina and Andreas came to look after our property and our 9 dogs for a month and were absolutely brilliant. Super responsible, fantastic with the dogs, great in the garden and with the swimming pool and with everything else that needed to be done- it made our trip a whole lot easier knowing they were there to look after everything. We would be… read more
(Excellent)
16 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Daniel) for host
This was our first workaway, and we spent two weeks here in April, thoroughly enjoying the beautiful quiet location, hardworking but fun days, and barbecue evenings in front of our accomodation. The volunteers house itself is very comfortable and well stocked, and although the closest town is a good 45 minute walk away we were able to get lifts… read more
28 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Pilar) for host
Esta fue mi primera experiencia con Workaway y estoy muy agradecida de que haya sido con Matt y Ana. Ellos son muy simpáticos y desde que llegué, siempre me hicieron sentir cómoda :)
En las dos semanas que estuve (Oct 2021), me alojé sola en una casa destinada para voluntarios, la cual es muy amplia, cómoda, tranquila y está muy bien equipada.… read more
En las dos semanas que estuve (Oct 2021), me alojé sola en una casa destinada para voluntarios, la cual es muy amplia, cómoda, tranquila y está muy bien equipada.… read more
7 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Carlijn)
Thank you so much for all your hard work guys, it was lovely to meet you and have you stay with us, you were great to have around during this incredibly stressful time of year!!! We really appreciate all your efforts and we'll have to find a way to get some of the wine you helped make to you next year!!
Hosts: Carlijn & Jan Hein are fantastic… read more
Hosts: Carlijn & Jan Hein are fantastic… read more
(Excellent)
5 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Carlijn) for host
We are truly happy to have stumbled upon this Workaway a couple of months ago. We were here for six weeks and had really good time in which we learned a lot about wine , the process of making it and met some very nice people.
The house we stayed at is located on the estate and is shared with another couple. The house is fully equipped with all… read more
The house we stayed at is located on the estate and is shared with another couple. The house is fully equipped with all… read more
22 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Liesl & Nathan ) for host
Thank you so much to the entire gang here for making our first workaway a very special one, it left us wanting more!
The work here can be tough like adviced but you quickly get used to it and find your ways. Everyone, including Matt, works so hard here so be prepared to get your hands dirty and take part in a great team. We were here for five… read more
The work here can be tough like adviced but you quickly get used to it and find your ways. Everyone, including Matt, works so hard here so be prepared to get your hands dirty and take part in a great team. We were here for five… read more
19 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Liesl & Nathan )
Thank you and thank you again guys...you were awesome and are absolutely welcome back any time you want (seriously, we'll find space for you)!!!
Hosts: Nathan & Liesl are amazing workawayers...super hardworking, ultra responsible and very proactive- they'll finish jobs in half the time you expect and then go and find and do work you didn't even… read more
Hosts: Nathan & Liesl are amazing workawayers...super hardworking, ultra responsible and very proactive- they'll finish jobs in half the time you expect and then go and find and do work you didn't even… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lane & Kathleen) for host
We absolutely loved our month at the vineyard with Matt, Ana, and the rest of the crew. We were well taken care of throughout our time. We enjoyed spending our days outside, working with the vines, and helping to take care of a great group of dogs. Terrific experience and would highly recommend this opportunity to meet great people and enjoy some… read more
14 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lane & Kathleen)
Thank you soooo much for all of your help, guys! It was fantastic to have you stay and we really hope to see you again some day!!
Hosts- Lane and Kate are brilliant to have around. Extremely hard working, very responsible, fun to talk to and generally just lovely people to hang out with. If they write to you, sign them up!!
Hosts- Lane and Kate are brilliant to have around. Extremely hard working, very responsible, fun to talk to and generally just lovely people to hang out with. If they write to you, sign them up!!
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Frankie & Ruth)
Thank you both! It was a real pleasure having you stay with us, we truly appreciate the extraordinary amount of hard work you put in- the new vineyard will really appreciate it too! Good luck with the travels and keep in touch!
Hosts- Frankie and Ruth are awesome, incredibly hard working, responsible, fun and interesting to talk to, and just… read more
Hosts- Frankie and Ruth are awesome, incredibly hard working, responsible, fun and interesting to talk to, and just… read more
(Excellent)
10 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Frankie & Ruth) for host
Thanks Matt and Ana for hosting us on your vineyard this month.
This is such a beautiful place and we loved working outside everyday. It was great to work on an organic farm where the weeds get pulled out by hand rather than by chemicals. A special thanks to Matt for the great hunks of meat on the BBQs and helping us out with car matters and… read more
This is such a beautiful place and we loved working outside everyday. It was great to work on an organic farm where the weeds get pulled out by hand rather than by chemicals. A special thanks to Matt for the great hunks of meat on the BBQs and helping us out with car matters and… read more
14 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Dee & Alex)
Thanks guys for everything you did during harvest! It was a great to have you work with us and we appreciate everything you did! We'll find a way to get some wine to you next year when it's bottled. Hope you're enjoying your trip!
Hosts- if these guys apply, then definitely take them on!
Hosts- if these guys apply, then definitely take them on!
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Dee & Alex) for host
We stayed for a month during the harvest and couldn't recommend it more did anyone who is interested in wine. Given the size of the vineyard it means you really get the chance to try everything and Matt is always around to answer your questions.
The house is perfectly equipped and plenty of food is provided along with the odd barbecue.
The… read more
The house is perfectly equipped and plenty of food is provided along with the odd barbecue.
The… read more
14 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Ben)
Sorry for the late feedback guys! Hope you're enjoying your travels. Thank you for all your help when you were with us a couple of months, you were awesome! We're almost finished with the house so we'll send you photos when it's finally done!
Hosts- Ben and Sarah are incredibly hardworking and really fun to have around, it was a pleasure to have… read more
Hosts- Ben and Sarah are incredibly hardworking and really fun to have around, it was a pleasure to have… read more
(Excellent)
29 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lolita & Simon)
Hey guys! My apologies also for being really slow with the feedback! Thank you so much for all your hard work, you were fantastic and incredibly helpful with everything. Simon- we took your advice and added more work space to the kitchen :) Enjoy your travels and if you're back in the area, let us know!
Hosts- if Lolita and Simon contact you,… read more
Hosts- if Lolita and Simon contact you,… read more
(Excellent)
4 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lolita & Simon) for host
Sorry Matt for this late comment, time goes so fast when we travel!
We spent three weeks at Matt's bodega end of March. It was the perfect time to learn a lot about the winemaking process. We were able to bottle the wine from the previous year, start this year's harvest and put the first press in barrels.
We would not say that the work is… read more
We spent three weeks at Matt's bodega end of March. It was the perfect time to learn a lot about the winemaking process. We were able to bottle the wine from the previous year, start this year's harvest and put the first press in barrels.
We would not say that the work is… read more
13 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim & Danielle)
Thanks guys! It was great to meet you, and we appreciate all your help with the construction, weeding, and especially the bottling of the wine! Hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and good luck back home! If you're ever down this way again, please do get in touch :)
(Excellent)
28 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tim & Danielle) for host
This was our first workaway and we had a really great time! Matt and Ana were wonderful hosts, the vineyard was beautiful, and the dogs were the most welcoming of all! We learned a lot about what goes into running an organic vineyard - especially the care that is needed for vines without pesticides. It was really great to have a comfortable… read more
10 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sigolene & Manu) for host
We absolutely had an amazing experience during these 2 weeks ! The place is beautiful, it was very cool to help on the vineyard and the future house. The 6 dogs are so nice and friendly, and the accomodation is very good.
We totally recommand this place to "workaway" :)
Thanks a lot Matt and Anita, we really had a great time with you !
We totally recommand this place to "workaway" :)
Thanks a lot Matt and Anita, we really had a great time with you !
24 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sigolene & Manu)
Hey guys- thanks for everything you did here, we really appreciated all your hard work. It was great to meet you both! Enjoy the rest of your travels!
Hosts- Manu & Sigo were with us for just a couple of weeks and it was a real pleasure to have them. Hardworking and responsible, I'd absolutely recommend having them stay with you!
Hosts- Manu & Sigo were with us for just a couple of weeks and it was a real pleasure to have them. Hardworking and responsible, I'd absolutely recommend having them stay with you!
(Excellent)
7 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kyler & Jelisa) for host
This was our first workaway and we enjoyed the experience. The guest house we stayed in was amazing, the perfect space. It had a cozy living room, a fully stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds. Could not rave more about the accommodation. Matt was good about making sure we had adequate food to cook our meals. We loved that we had access to a car… read more
12 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (tommymads)
Thanks Madelaine & Tommy for all your hard work. It was lovely having you guys here and we appreciate everything you helped us with in the house and the vineyard!! Enjoy your travels and good luck with the studying. If you're ever back this way, feel free to stop by!!
Hosts- these guys are awesome. Hardworking, respectful and great to have… read more
Hosts- these guys are awesome. Hardworking, respectful and great to have… read more
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (tommymads) for host
We had a really good time staying on the vineyard and helping build the new house. The property is GORGEOUS and Matt invited us to two delicious barbecues on his beautiful porch where we got to drink lots of amazing wine. Jose and Juan the staff were also really nice and patient with us on the job. We found our experience here to be a fulfilling… read more
9 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Pierre & Chloé) for host
We had a very good time with the dogs, the cat, the pool, the wine...ho yeah and Matt of course. The work is sometimes boring (weeding) but the place, the worker s house, and the ambiance makes forget the work of the day when it was a bit long. Building the house was really cool with Jose, the… read more
24 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre & Chloé)
Guys- Thanks so much for everything you did here, we really appreciate all your hard work on the house, the pool (everyone appreciates your work on the pool!) and in the vineyard. It was great meeting you both and I hope you're enjoying your travels! Keep in touch!
Hosts- Pierre and Chloe are fantastic volunteers, willing to get stuck in and do… read more
Hosts- Pierre and Chloe are fantastic volunteers, willing to get stuck in and do… read more
(Excellent)
24 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Romain & Elsa)
Hey guys! Hope you're enjoying your travels! Thanks for all your hard work when you came to stay with us, and sorry you didn't get to use the pool...it was ready just a couple of days after you left :)
Hosts- Romain and Elsa are lovely people to have around. Hardworking and responsible, I'd definitely recommend them!
Hosts- Romain and Elsa are lovely people to have around. Hardworking and responsible, I'd definitely recommend them!
(Excellent)
24 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Julien & Lucie)
Hey- a little late, but thanks for all your help and hard work when you were with us! It was great to meet you both!
Hosts- Julien and Lucie are fantastic volunteers. They came to us last minute and were supposed to stay just a few days, but ended up staying more than 2 weeks. If they apply to you, say yes!
Hosts- Julien and Lucie are fantastic volunteers. They came to us last minute and were supposed to stay just a few days, but ended up staying more than 2 weeks. If they apply to you, say yes!
(Excellent)
24 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Zolta & Monika)
Hey guys- thanks for all your hard work with us...as you can see via the whatsapp group, things are progressing nicely on the house and the vineyard!!
Hosts- Zolta & Monika are hard working, easy to get along with and very responsible. It was a pleasure to have them stay with us!
Hosts- Zolta & Monika are hard working, easy to get along with and very responsible. It was a pleasure to have them stay with us!
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Spencer) for host
Working with Matt was an amazing experience. I learned so much about what it takes to manage your own vineyard, grow your own vegetables, and then take care of everything else in between! I was able to help plant a new vineyard, build a structure around the winery, and dug a couple holes here and there ;) among many other things. Combine that with… read more
31 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Spencer)
Spencer! Thank you so much for all your hard work, it was a real pleasure having you here and I hope you can make it back to either visit or work again!!!
Hosts- Spencer is one of the best workaways we've had. He's friendly, easy to get along with, has a fantastic attitude, works incredibly hard and goes above and beyond what is required. He'll… read more
Hosts- Spencer is one of the best workaways we've had. He's friendly, easy to get along with, has a fantastic attitude, works incredibly hard and goes above and beyond what is required. He'll… read more
(Excellent)
31 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Francisco)
Pancho...muchas gracias por todo el trabajo que hicieron con Alexa, se agradece mucho! Fue un placer recibirles a los dos!
Hosts- Pancho is a great guy to have around- hardworking, easy-going and just generally a really nice guy. I think this was his first farming workaway and he got stuck in straight away and did everything asked of him without… read more
Hosts- Pancho is a great guy to have around- hardworking, easy-going and just generally a really nice guy. I think this was his first farming workaway and he got stuck in straight away and did everything asked of him without… read more
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miguel & Dagne)
Awwww...Muchas gracias chicos! Agradecemos todo lo que hicieron por nosotros y por los niños, como dicen en Chile, son un 7!!! Son bienvenidos aquí en Santa Ana cuando quieran!!
Hosts- I only have positive things say about Miguel & Dag...responsible, hardworking, interesting, great to chat with...I can't recommend them enough, they were fantastic… read more
Hosts- I only have positive things say about Miguel & Dag...responsible, hardworking, interesting, great to chat with...I can't recommend them enough, they were fantastic… read more
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Miguel & Dagne) for host
Nos cambió la vida.
Extrañamos mucho el lugar, a los perros, los gatos, el trabajo en la tierra y todas las bromas de Matt, de Ana y del Señor Juan.
En un principio íbamos por un mes, luego extendimos a tres y terminamos quedándonos 4 maravillosos meses en el viñedo. Como Hosts son geniales, siempre atentos y dispuestos a ayudar, a enseñar y a… read more
Extrañamos mucho el lugar, a los perros, los gatos, el trabajo en la tierra y todas las bromas de Matt, de Ana y del Señor Juan.
En un principio íbamos por un mes, luego extendimos a tres y terminamos quedándonos 4 maravillosos meses en el viñedo. Como Hosts son geniales, siempre atentos y dispuestos a ayudar, a enseñar y a… read more
14 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jason & Jillian)
hey guys, thanks so much for all your help and hard work when you were here- we really appreciated it! The new vineyard is getting ready to start growing and the cold frames in the veggie garden are now being used (we added a few screws to strengthen them), with broccoli and tomato seeds already showing their faces!! Enjoy your travels and if… read more
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea & Annerose)
Hey guys! Really sorry as well for the late feedback, I thought I'd already done it!! It's a bit late now, but thanks for all your help when you were here- we always appreciate people who are willing to get stuck in and just get stuff done!! Pie and Sharif were also very appreciative of your help. All the kids here are well, Chloe has grown (sort… read more
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Andrea & Annerose) for host
Very sorry for the late review as well. We stayed with Matt and Anna in April and it was a wonderful experience. It was our first workaway and we felt very much welcome from the first day on. Matt and Anna are very kind and so generous. The cottage where we stayed was really comfortable and there was always a lot of food there. We loved looking… read more
28 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kristen) for host
Sorry for the (very!) late feedback, but I definitely wanted to leave a review for Matt and Anna. Our stay in Santa Ana was amazing, especially spending time with their 6 dogs, all of which have their own personalities. We were there during the harvest, therefore much of our work was focused on the wine. Since the winery in still small, that meant… read more
9 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristen)
Kristen and Juan Carlos- thanks guys for all your help with harvest. It was great having you here and we appreciate all your help with everything we asked of you, you were awesome. We will get some wine to you next year for sure!
Hosts- these guys are fantastic to have around. Hardworking and willing to get stuck in with pretty much anything… read more
Hosts- these guys are fantastic to have around. Hardworking and willing to get stuck in with pretty much anything… read more
(Excellent)
9 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Colin & Kristina )
Colin and Kristina- thank you so much for all your help with the harvest! It was fantastic having you here and we really enjoyed your time with us. We will make sure that some of the 2017 wine makes it to you in the US next year! Enjoy the rest of your trip and we'll stay in touch.
Hosts- These guys are awesome...hardworking, responsible, with a… read more
Hosts- These guys are awesome...hardworking, responsible, with a… read more
(Excellent)
9 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marike & Pieter)
Thanks guys for coming to stay and look after everything at such short notice. Hope you're enjoying your trip!
Marike and Pieter were with us for just over a week as we needed short term help looking after the house and pets whilst we were away. They're lovely, friendly, responsible people who I would recommend if they ever write to you. It was a… read more
Marike and Pieter were with us for just over a week as we needed short term help looking after the house and pets whilst we were away. They're lovely, friendly, responsible people who I would recommend if they ever write to you. It was a… read more
(Excellent)
5 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Greg & Kia) for host
We worked and stayed with Matt & Anna in Feb for a month. They are fantastic hosts, and will always remain friends. We had several jobs that Matt clearly laid out and we were left to get them done in our time putting in the hours expected. In return we had an awesome fully equipped house with everything we needed, including fresh organic food from… read more
5 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Greg & Kia)
Thank you both for all your work- it was fantastic to meet you both and we really appreciate all you did here! The wine event was a huge success and the poster design was a big part of that for sure... And the pool is not looking quite as clean as when you were here! Enjoy your travels and hope to see you in London in a few months!
Hosts- if… read more
Hosts- if… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Dave & Meghan) for host
We have nothing but great things to say about Matt and our experience on the vineyard. It was a great set up. Very straightforward, Matt makes it clear what is expected during the workday which is a great relief. He doesn't micromanage but allows you to work effectively under your own power. What's expected outside the workday is that you relax… read more
5 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Dave & Meghan)
A bit late, but thanks guys for all you help when you were here...it was great to have you stay and we appreciate all your work! Many thanks!
Hosts- these guys are lovely people, responsible, hardworking and great to have around!
Hosts- these guys are lovely people, responsible, hardworking and great to have around!
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Aurélie & Charles) for host
Amazing 2 weeks at matt and ana's winery. The independent house is so lovely and the vineyard so peaceful. The dogs are all really nice. If you want to learn about making wine, don't hesite, go helping matt and Ana. Best Workaway ever !
5 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Aurélie & Charles)
Thanks guys for all your help, it was great to have you here and we really appreciate everything you did here, especially the looooong night bottling. Hope to see you in Paris in June!
Hosts- Aurelie and Charles are a fantastic couple to have working with you, great fun, responsible and hardworking. Don't hesitate to take them on if they… read more
Hosts- Aurelie and Charles are a fantastic couple to have working with you, great fun, responsible and hardworking. Don't hesitate to take them on if they… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Anthea)
Thanks guys for all your help looking after the house and the pets over new year! And also for the weeding and work in the vineyard and gardens! It was great to meet, and if you're back this way on your travels, come visit!
To hosts- Anthea and Mike are great people to have around, easy going, helpful and responsible. Take them on if they write… read more
To hosts- Anthea and Mike are great people to have around, easy going, helpful and responsible. Take them on if they write… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anthea) for host
We had a great time at the vineyard with Matt, working in the vines, garden, and looking after the pets while Matt was away for a few nights. Fetching fresh eggs from the hen house and fresh veges and herbs from the garden each day added to the experience of country life and resulted in this being our best workaway experience yet!
13 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Elle & James)
Thanks Elle, and thanks James as well for all your hard work in the house, the extra room is looking great! Hope you are enjoying your travels! p.s. we have a new puppy, another Border Collie :)
(Excellent)
9 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Elle & James) for host
Matt & Ana are extremely gracious hosts who are really laid back & friendly - as are their gorgeous dogs! The volunteer house is very comfortable, & a lovely little home away from home, which is a welcome relief when budget travelling. The location is just stunning & there is plenty of time to relax & enjoy it as Matt is super fair with the hours,… read more
13 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben_Camille)
Muchas gracias por todo vuestro trabajo, Camille & Ben, realmente se pasaron!! Fue un placer recibirles acá, los perros les están extrañando!! Mantengan el contacto y cuando vuelvan, con gusto les recibimos de nuevo.
Hosts- Camille & Ben are fantastic people to have stay. Hardworking, friendly, responsible and just great guys. Take them on… read more
Hosts- Camille & Ben are fantastic people to have stay. Hardworking, friendly, responsible and just great guys. Take them on… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ben_Camille) for host
Nous venons de passer un très beau mois dans la propriété de Matt et Ana.
Il y a toujours du travail à faire (5-6h/jour), que ce soit dans les vignes ou dans la propriété. Le travail peut parfois être fatiguant surtout pour le corps (enlever des mauvaises herbes, manier la pelle et la bêche, planter de nouvelles vignes, etc.), mais le paysage qui… read more
Il y a toujours du travail à faire (5-6h/jour), que ce soit dans les vignes ou dans la propriété. Le travail peut parfois être fatiguant surtout pour le corps (enlever des mauvaises herbes, manier la pelle et la bêche, planter de nouvelles vignes, etc.), mais le paysage qui… read more
31 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Camille)
Thanks guys! Hope you're both enjoying your travels. The wine is turning out...not too bad in this very difficult year!! Here's hoping for a better growing season in 2016-2017!!
Hosts- Camille and Alexis are awesome people to have around. Very hard working, easy to get on with, responsible, open and friendly. Don't hesitate to accept them if… read more
Hosts- Camille and Alexis are awesome people to have around. Very hard working, easy to get on with, responsible, open and friendly. Don't hesitate to accept them if… read more
(Excellent)
31 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Camille) for host
We stayed in Matt's place for 1 month and half, during the harvest and the winemaking. We had a really good time. The volonteer´s house is very confortable, the work is good. The place is beautifull, the dogs are amazing ! You need to be indepedent for the week, as you don´t share meals with Matt, we had a lot of good stuff to cook, with a good… read more
16 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer & Alexander) for host
Hi Matt. Thank you for this amazing opportunity to work and live on your beautiful vineyard for a month. We loved meeting you and Ana and all of your friends and we really miss the dogs. So far this has been the highlight of our trip, we will remember this forever and we'll come and visit again when the hotel is finished. Send our regards to… read more
11 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer & Alexander)
Alex and Jenny stayed with us for a month and were fantastic workers and really nice people to have around. We got a huge amount of jobs done that would have stacked up and made life stressful later in the year, so we really appreciated their hard work and dedication to the cause even in the middle of Winter!!
If Alex and Jenny write to you,… read more
If Alex and Jenny write to you,… read more
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe & Melina)
Hey guys, thanks again for all your help, it was fantastic to have you stay. Sorry we didn't catch up in Valpo (I didn't go in the end!), but let me know if you're back this way again, it'd be great to see you again. Harvest went really well btw, and Valentina has a new home down the road!
Hosts- Philippe & Melina are really lovely people, hard… read more
Hosts- Philippe & Melina are really lovely people, hard… read more
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Philippe & Melina) for host
This was our first workaway experience and we had a great (and relaxing) time volunteering at Matt's vineyard for about a month. Help is (mostly) interesting and not too demanding, the little private volunteer's house is very nice and comfortable, and the 5...now 6 dogs are extremely lovable (yes Matt, even Amy is...). This workaway opportunity is… read more
26 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Luke & Harriet )
Thanks guys for all your help, it was fantastic meeting you and we really appreciated everything you did here...the winery is *almost* finished and I'll send you a photo when it's finally done!!
Hosts- Luke and Harriet are awesome people to have around. Really hardworking, honest, reliable and a lot of fun. Harriet is also a great cook...Luke,… read more
Hosts- Luke and Harriet are awesome people to have around. Really hardworking, honest, reliable and a lot of fun. Harriet is also a great cook...Luke,… read more
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Luke & Harriet ) for host
We had a fantastic month staying at the vineyard! The place is beautiful, and so peaceful, with spectacular sunrises/sunsets, starry night skies, views of the Andes... Matt was a great host, making sure we had everything we needed and that we felt at home, having lovely BBQs with us and showing us local wineries, restaurants and museums... The… read more
9 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anne-Marie & Nick) for host
We spent 3 weeks at Matt's vineyard and had a great time. Matt was a very welcoming host and
the accommodation, in your own little house, was really nice.
The work was quite tiring but it was interesting to learn more about wine-making and it is such a beautiful setting in the countryside, it is great to relax in the pool or play with the dogs… read more
the accommodation, in your own little house, was really nice.
The work was quite tiring but it was interesting to learn more about wine-making and it is such a beautiful setting in the countryside, it is great to relax in the pool or play with the dogs… read more
7 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anne-Marie & Nick)
Hey guys, thank you so much for all your work, it was very much appreciated! Hope you're enjoying your travels now. Sorry we didn't get time to re-watch the Ashes!
To hosts- Nick and Anne-Marie are great guys to have around. Hardworking, friendly and reliable, I'd recommend them to anyone.
(p.s. Good luck to Leicester for the rest of the… read more
To hosts- Nick and Anne-Marie are great guys to have around. Hardworking, friendly and reliable, I'd recommend them to anyone.
(p.s. Good luck to Leicester for the rest of the… read more
(Excellent)
7 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna & Philipp)
Thanks for all your work guys, it was much appreciated! And it was great meeting you, if only for a short time. Hope you have a fantastic trip, and if you're driving back this way, feel free to come back and stay!
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessy)
Merci beaucoup Jessy!! Thank you so much for all your hard work, it was great to meet you (and Julien too!) and a pleasure to spend Christmas with you! I hope you can come back and visit sometime...and we always need help during la vendange :)
To hosts: Jessy is extremely hardworking, very responsible and just a lovely person. If she applies… read more
To hosts: Jessy is extremely hardworking, very responsible and just a lovely person. If she applies… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jessy) for host
The three weeks with Matt spent so fastly. It is really a lovely and unique place. Dogs and cats are really really friendly, for sure you will miss them when you'll leave! The cabin is very good, in a beautiful landscape.
Matt is a very generous person. Thanks so much for Christmas and the new year, it was perfect! And the neighbourhood is also… read more
Matt is a very generous person. Thanks so much for Christmas and the new year, it was perfect! And the neighbourhood is also… read more
3 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Thanks guys for all your help! Appreciate all your effort, especially on the long day(s) of planting...and weeding...the new plants are starting to bud, so the hard work is paying off!
Hope you're enjoying your travels and look forward to seeing you again once you get settled in in Santiago!
Hope you're enjoying your travels and look forward to seeing you again once you get settled in in Santiago!
(Excellent)
2 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
We spent just 2 weeks working and staying at Matt's place but wish it could have been longer. The area is beautiful and Matt is a great person to work for. The work is sometimes quite tiring but we got to help plant a new vineyard which was interesting and rewarding. Juan the caretaker is very friendly also and was patient with our bad Spanish! We… read more
17 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (James & Hannah) for host
Thanks a mill for everything Matt. We had a fantastic time at the vineyard!
We stayed with Matt for seven weeks, he is very welcoming and makes you feel at home. We had loads of fun learning about the vineyard, and playing with the dogs in our spare time. It was at times tough work, but was really rewarding to see the vineyard grow and change… read more
We stayed with Matt for seven weeks, he is very welcoming and makes you feel at home. We had loads of fun learning about the vineyard, and playing with the dogs in our spare time. It was at times tough work, but was really rewarding to see the vineyard grow and change… read more
16 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (James & Hannah)
James & Hannah...thank you so much for all your help!! It's been fantastic having you stay and hope you can make it back down to visit before you leave South America. Have a great trip!!
To hosts: hardworking, great fun, responsible and just all-round lovely people...if they apply to you, take them on!!
To hosts: hardworking, great fun, responsible and just all-round lovely people...if they apply to you, take them on!!
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert & Lin)
Hey guys- thanks so much for all your help, it was great to have you stay. The cats and dogs are missing the attention!!
To hosts- Rob and Lin are fantastic guys to have around- hardworking, responsible, respectful and just really nice people. We got a huge amount of work done when they were staying and caught up on project that I thought would… read more
To hosts- Rob and Lin are fantastic guys to have around- hardworking, responsible, respectful and just really nice people. We got a huge amount of work done when they were staying and caught up on project that I thought would… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Susan) for host
Thanks Matt,
We also had such a great experience, with you the 4 dogs, 2 cats, and Juan! We miss you all.
To anyone thinking of staying with Matt, we had such a great time working and learning in the vineyards. If you enjoy your vino (or not) you will love the community, and also the local markets.
We will definitely be back soon!
P.s hope… read more
We also had such a great experience, with you the 4 dogs, 2 cats, and Juan! We miss you all.
To anyone thinking of staying with Matt, we had such a great time working and learning in the vineyards. If you enjoy your vino (or not) you will love the community, and also the local markets.
We will definitely be back soon!
P.s hope… read more
9 Jan 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Susan)
Matt & Suz stayed with me for a month and it was awesome to have them here. Hard workers, reliable, trustworthy and also just really nice guys to hang out with, they fitted right into the wacky little community we have here...it's been a little quiet since they left!! Hoping they'll come back and visit some day... To any workaway host...take them… read more
(Excellent)
11 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Roxy)
Thanks Roxy! You're welcome to come back and visit whenever you want. Good luck with the hostel and Santiago and will catch up with you there sometime!
To workaway hosts: Roxy was fantastic to have around- really hard working, great with the pets and happy to look after the place on her on when I had to go to Santiago for a few days. Totally… read more
To workaway hosts: Roxy was fantastic to have around- really hard working, great with the pets and happy to look after the place on her on when I had to go to Santiago for a few days. Totally… read more
(Excellent)
11 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Roxy) for host
I absolutely recommend going to volunteer at Matt's! He is young and easy to get along with and a generous host. He has a very nice house with all modern amenities and wonderful pets- the 4 dogs are very sweet and obedient and the 2 cats are simply the softest, most affectionate purring machines. The surrounding community is international and… read more
23 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcel)
Marcel! Sorry for the very late response...As you know, we really appreciated all the work you did...the vineyard is all going well, especially. Enjoy your travels! Abrazos, Matt/Maria
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Marcel) for host
I was working 8 months there! Not really workawaying, but I feel I have to recomend the place to any of you that want to go there! I really liked the place! Matt and Maria are a friendly and kind cupple! Matt is a very good boss! He is very reasonable and easy to treat with! Work conditions were great. The place is nice, very beautiful and calm!… read more
23 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Dan)
Late reply on workaway, but thanks Dan for all your help.
Dan's a fantastic worker, really responsible, 100% trustworthy and just an all round nice guy! He looked after our home on his own all over Christmas after a last minute cancellation- we had already left for Europe- and did a great job.
Dan's a fantastic worker, really responsible, 100% trustworthy and just an all round nice guy! He looked after our home on his own all over Christmas after a last minute cancellation- we had already left for Europe- and did a great job.
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Dan) for host
This location is absolutely wonderful! I looked after the place for about six weeks. The work mostly consisted of weeding, watering smaller plants, irrigating the vineyard, and looking after the vines. It was very informative. If anyone is looking to see how a small vineyard is run, this would be a good place to visit. Matt is very nice and… read more
4 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Hollis) for host
Hollis and I stayed for two weeks in January, at the very beginning of our travels. Matt is an extremely generous host- we loved the little cabin and spending time with his wonderful animals. The vines need a lot of care right now, so we spent much of our time weeding and irrigating the individual plants with Dan. Overall, a great experience in a… read more
7 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph & Christine)
Christoph and Christine were our first workawayers and have probably ruined the concept for anyone that follows! They are absolutely fantastic workers, extremely reliable, conscientious and trustworthy and it was a great pleasure to have them stay for the 6 weeks or so that they were here. I can't imagine we'll receive any workawayers who… read more
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Christoph & Christine) for host
This place is an excellent place to be with very welcoming and very friendly hosts. The 4 dogs and the 2 cats are very cute as well and ridiculous friendly. Also we were introduced to the local community very quickly. This community is very special, interesting and great to spent time with. The work is about different tasks in the new vineyard,… read more
22 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Gareth & Palminder)
Gareth and Pal were fantastic to have stay for a week and a bit and were a huge help, especially on an emergency project that ended up a little smelly and which I would not have begrudged them refusing to be a part of!! They both got stuck in and were fun to have around...plus, Pal cooks a mean curry...Thank you both for your help and see you back… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Gareth & Palminder) for host
This was our first ever workaway experience and it was the perfect start. Matt and Maria were the perfect hosts from day one, introducing us to the local community - and the local wine!
Everything about this place were great, from the host to the dogs and cats and the varied work. They have a great project underway and we will certainly be… read more
Everything about this place were great, from the host to the dogs and cats and the varied work. They have a great project underway and we will certainly be… read more
