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5 Apr 2025
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Description
I am a retired teacher with a small holding living a rural area in Guaro. I have 1 cat, 2 dogs, 6 chickens, 2 ducks and a few pigs. Large variety of trees. I am aiming to be self sufficient.
Coin sits on the northern foot of the Sierra de Mijas, inland Málaga, overlooking the spectacular Guadalhorce valley, one of the most fertile areas in southern Spain, where the beautiful landscape is covered in orchards and farmland and affords beautiful mountain views.
The town itself has grown in popularity and has become a destination for foreign residents, wanting to live in a more authentic Andalusian environment. The town offers good shopping, dining and leisure facilities and is located just 20 minutes drive from the coastal town of Marbella.
Coin offers an escape from the typical Costa del Sol seaside resort and is a good jump off point to see other areas of inland Andalusia.
I can pick you up at the bus stop in Coin, 15 minutes from the Finca,
(buses from Malaga, Marbella and Fuengerola approx. every hour))
There is some stunning walks, areas to paint or just relax and observe the local nature.
In my house no two days are the same.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I live within a Spanish community,
Cultural exchange will help provide an opportunity to explore the Spanish culture, traditions, customs, beliefs and help you practice languages and much more. It broadens one's horizons and increases the tendency of acceptance.
Help
General gardening (digging weeding sowing pruning) and maintenance of animal areas.
General house maintenance.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Studio accommodation with own kitchen and bathroom. WiFi available.
Able to cook own or eat in the main house
What else ...
No trains or bus route available, plenty of great walks. Car would be advantage.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 859876392723
Feedback (11)
5 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Ingrid & Amaya)
Trying to give jobs in the very heavy rain was exceedingly difficult but we managed to do a few of the things always left on my to do list.
The girls settled in very quickly and Ingrid tried to get over her dislike of birds. Amaya just got on with any job that was asked of her. They worked on bigger projects putting a new sunshade over the chicken… read more
The girls settled in very quickly and Ingrid tried to get over her dislike of birds. Amaya just got on with any job that was asked of her. They worked on bigger projects putting a new sunshade over the chicken… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ingrid & Amaya) for host
Staying at Sue's house was a wonderful experience that we will remember forever. Sue is a very kind and hardworking person who always brightens your day. We loved the dinners together every night with great food and conversation. We have learned many new skills as we got to do several different types of tasks. No day was the same wich we really… read more
16 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrycja)
I am impressed with Patrycja she settled in very well. Her work was always a great standard, plus she liked weeding. Patricia got to try out some new skills like trimming the orange trees and worked wonders on the weeds around the top part of the house. Patrycja can work on her own initiative as she worked on different areas, the path to the river… read more
(Very good
)
2 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Inken & David) for host
We enjoyed the time with Sue on her Finca a lot. The "Mini Casa" is such a sweet place for the workawayers, so we felt really balanced between time with Sue and time on our own. As she has written in her profile, there are different tasks everyday, we spent a lot of the days in the vegetable garden, helped with cutting bamboo and trees and… read more
29 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Inken & David)
Your time went by so quickly. You both slotted in so well and became part of the family.
Inken and David were exceptional, I enjoyed the discussion on how things were going to be done, with us all putting in surgestions. They wouldnt stop until the task was completed at a very high standard. It was nice to hear the different advice that we could… read more
Inken and David were exceptional, I enjoyed the discussion on how things were going to be done, with us all putting in surgestions. They wouldnt stop until the task was completed at a very high standard. It was nice to hear the different advice that we could… read more
(Excellent
)
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5 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Ingrid & Amaya)
Trying to give jobs in the very heavy rain was exceedingly difficult but we managed to do a few of the things always left on my to do list.
The girls settled in very quickly and Ingrid tried to get over her dislike of birds. Amaya just got on with any job that was asked of her. They worked on bigger projects putting a new sunshade over the chicken… read more
The girls settled in very quickly and Ingrid tried to get over her dislike of birds. Amaya just got on with any job that was asked of her. They worked on bigger projects putting a new sunshade over the chicken… read more
(Excellent)
3 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ingrid & Amaya) for host
Staying at Sue's house was a wonderful experience that we will remember forever. Sue is a very kind and hardworking person who always brightens your day. We loved the dinners together every night with great food and conversation. We have learned many new skills as we got to do several different types of tasks. No day was the same wich we really… read more
16 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrycja)
I am impressed with Patrycja she settled in very well. Her work was always a great standard, plus she liked weeding. Patricia got to try out some new skills like trimming the orange trees and worked wonders on the weeds around the top part of the house. Patrycja can work on her own initiative as she worked on different areas, the path to the river… read more
(Very good)
2 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Inken & David) for host
We enjoyed the time with Sue on her Finca a lot. The "Mini Casa" is such a sweet place for the workawayers, so we felt really balanced between time with Sue and time on our own. As she has written in her profile, there are different tasks everyday, we spent a lot of the days in the vegetable garden, helped with cutting bamboo and trees and… read more
29 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Inken & David)
Your time went by so quickly. You both slotted in so well and became part of the family.
Inken and David were exceptional, I enjoyed the discussion on how things were going to be done, with us all putting in surgestions. They wouldnt stop until the task was completed at a very high standard. It was nice to hear the different advice that we could… read more
Inken and David were exceptional, I enjoyed the discussion on how things were going to be done, with us all putting in surgestions. They wouldnt stop until the task was completed at a very high standard. It was nice to hear the different advice that we could… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)
Oh wow did your time here at the casa go quickly. I really cant say thank you enough. Peter is an excellent worker, there was never a task too hard. I enjoyed the discussions on how it was going to be done with all of us adding suggestions. Before the task was tackled. Peter works very hard and all his work is done to perfection. He has helped me… read more
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Judith)
Judith was it was a pleasure to have you here. A little struggle with communication but we soon sorted that out. You are a good worker and gave lots of ideas for the garden. Thank you for all your help and if you are ever in the area please feel free to come back for a visit.
(Excellent)
12 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
Sue is a kind and hardworking person, the 3 weeks I spent with her went by very quickly. Her 2 dogs are lovely as is her cat, and I enjoyed feeding the chickens and pigs that Sue really loves.
She is a very helpful person and she taught me how to use tools such as the strimmer. I really enjoyed spending time with her, talking and visiting some… read more
She is a very helpful person and she taught me how to use tools such as the strimmer. I really enjoyed spending time with her, talking and visiting some… read more
9 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
Claudia is great. She spent 3 weeks with me , helping around the finca learning to use different equipment . I enjoyed spending time with you sight seeing, walking and your cooking. Claudia practiced her English and helped me out with some Spanish. She is responsible, mature, young woman.
Recommended and reliable.
A privilege to have you in my… read more
Recommended and reliable.
A privilege to have you in my… read more
(Excellent)
3 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Linda & Luis) for host
We had an amazing experience with Sue! Funny and kind and works so hard herself right alongside with you. She is a great cook and we can't wait to go back and work on her ever changing to do list!
We miss you already and promise to stay in touch!
We miss you already and promise to stay in touch!
3 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Linda & Luis)
Luis and Linda were exceptional I can't recommend highly enough. Such a lovely couple, they felt like long lost friends. Settled in very quickly and was not put off by the amount of work needed to be done on my forever to do list. Luis helped me with lots of my little jobs that can wait. Fixing and repairing, making, and changing things both on… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emile & Marine) for host
The experience with Sue was very rewarding! We were able to do different types of jobs, all very interesting, mainly gardening but always different. No two days are the same, and every day we did different tasks so it used various muscles then we were not exhausted.
We shared meal and diner together, and it was always quite good because Sue is a… read more
We shared meal and diner together, and it was always quite good because Sue is a… read more
8 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Emile & Marine)
A great couple, they fitted within hours. No challenge was too big. They could see the tasks that needed to be done and got straight on with the task. They experienced new machinery and how it cuts down the time needed to complete. The only shame was due to the weather conditions nothing could be cleared properly. Thank you again for all your… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tiziana) for host
I will always remember you, from the beginning you were so kind and I’ve always felt comfortable with you. You are so an amaizing person and I'm glad that now I can call you friend. We spent so much time togheter, working, feeding the animals and enjoys the simple moments.
The work was amaizing, I worked with great enthusiasm considering that it… read more
The work was amaizing, I worked with great enthusiasm considering that it… read more
31 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tiziana)
Tiziana it’s been a pleasure to have you. For any task or challenge, you did not hesitate to attack and give it all your energy. Thank you for all that you have done, with the animals, attacking the red sand, painted trees, and turning your hand to landscaping my garden. Don’t forget those weeds. You have been a friend and made me smile and laugh.… read more
(Excellent)
24 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (AlbertoEleonora)
I am extremely impressed with Alberto and Eleonora; they became part of the family from day one. They are such a delightful couple. Full of energy, so positive and willing. Their work was always a great standard. I have enjoyed your company and having something cooked for me for a change. Always welcome back.
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (AlbertoEleonora) for host
Thank you so much Sue for hosting us in your finca! We stayed there for three weeks doing different works outside like weeding, planting flowers, cutting canes ecc...She has a beautiful land with chickens, pigs and two dogs, Titan and Mister, which are so lovely. The accomodation was very big and comfortable with a private bathroom, and Sue is a… read more
9 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marijke & Anton) for host
We felt very welcome. She was very friendly and open to us. Sometimes we went out together for a walk.
Sue was always very pleased with what we had done . There was a lot of work to do, from cutting the cane to weeding the weed and put plastic and stones on it. Sue gave us a lot of freedom in how to organise things.
We had our own place to stay,… read more
Sue was always very pleased with what we had done . There was a lot of work to do, from cutting the cane to weeding the weed and put plastic and stones on it. Sue gave us a lot of freedom in how to organise things.
We had our own place to stay,… read more
9 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marijke & Anton)
I was very impressed with Marijke and Anton; they became part of the family from day one. They are such a delightful couple. Full of energy, so positive and willing. Their work was always to an extremely high standard and lots have been achieved. I have enjoyed your company it’s been a real pleasure. I look forward to see you on the next trip in… read more
(Excellent)
27 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Daniel & Orla) for host
Where to start with Sue.
She has a lovely home and space with all her animals (dogs,chicks,ducks,pigs)
Sue made us feel at home right away and worked with us throughout the whole time of our stay and it was a pleasure to work and get to know Sue. I will most certainly be back to help out all of her little projects.
Cannot recommend couples more to… read more
She has a lovely home and space with all her animals (dogs,chicks,ducks,pigs)
Sue made us feel at home right away and worked with us throughout the whole time of our stay and it was a pleasure to work and get to know Sue. I will most certainly be back to help out all of her little projects.
Cannot recommend couples more to… read more
27 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel & Orla)
I was extremely impressed with Daniel and Orla; they became part of the family from day one. They are such a delightful couple. Full of energy, so positive and willing. A very short stay but achieved lots I will be busy for a few weeks. I wish it could have been for longer . Their work was always to an extremely high standard. I have enjoyed your… read more
(Excellent)
3 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Magnus & Hanna)
I was very impressed with Hanna and Magnus; they became part of the family from day one. They are such a delightful couple. Full of energy, so positive and willing. Their work was always to an extremely high standard. Magnus could put his hand to any challenge given. Hanna has a natural gift with animals. I have enjoyed your company it’s been a… read more
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Magnus & Hanna) for host
We had such an interesting and exciting stay with Sue! We loved her adorable dogs but the highlight of our stay were the arriving of the piglets that we got to care for. Sue is very good cook and her kindness is limitless! Our living space was private, nice and cozy and Sue took us sometimes to see around the nearby towns, markets, meeting her… read more
17 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Diego & Patricia) for host
Sue is the best person we met on every workaway we've done on this trip, practically a mother in another part of the world, you were so much more than a friend and we hope to meet you again, either during this trip (probably in UK) or when you will visit us in Brazil! Thank you so much for talking, having dinner and for showing us how beautiful… read more
16 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Diego & Patricia)
I consider it very lucky to have Diego and Patricia as my first workaways. They are a great couple full of energy, positivity and great suggestions on how to obtain the result. Their work was of an extremely high standard. I have enjoyed our discussions on many subjects. Its been a pleasure in sharing your short time in Spain with you. Diego the… read more
(Excellent)
