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19 Jun 2025
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Description
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homesitting for July and August
desired time: July and August
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We are looking for a responsible couple to look after our house in July and August and also care for our garden and our two cats while we visit our former workawayers in Latvia and Sweden. Gardening experience is essential. A willingness to mow and do any necessary work is also required. Traveling by car would be advisable, as the nearest train station is a 30-minute walk away. The bus to Graz is a 10-minute walk away.
We offer a beautiful, quietly located home surrounded by pristine nature. Free Wi-Fi access.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Dancing
Hiking
Cycling
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Here you can experience Austrian living culture, learn the basics of earth-bound gardening and can draw on the treasure of two experienced, open-hearted people.
During your free time you can explore the surrounding area by bike or visit the cultural and Universitycity of Graz.
Help
Help us with garden, ground and wood tasks
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
You will live in our adjoining building, built of solid wood. There you have a room and your own bathroom. For heating you are responsible for yourself, using a metal stove heated by wood.
Due to the fact of living 30 km from Graz, you should be able to manage your free time well.
What else ...
10 minutes walk to the bus, 30 minutes walk to the trainstation, much quicker by bicycle
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 971959239259
Feedback (12)
30 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
I had a wonderful week staying with Martin and Andrea. They always made every effort to make me feel at home. The accommodation, food and location were all brilliant. They were very friendly and interesting, and the work was varied and never difficult. I would love to visit again in the future, thank you so much.
30 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
Tom war zwischen zwei Stationen eine Woche bei uns und hat uns bei schwerer Arbeit wirklich gut geholfen. Er fragt genau nach und verrichtet dementsprechend seine Aufgaben willig und sehr präzise. Auch haben wir seine stille und respektvolle Art sehr wertgeschätzt.
(Excellent
)
30 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma und Karo waren 3 Wochen bei uns und haben sich durch ihre sanfte und stille Art ganz selbstverständlich in unser Leben integriert. Die beiden tierliebenden jungen Frauen haben sich auch gleich mit unseren Katzen angefreundet. Ihre Aufgaben erledigten sie verantwortungsbewusst und äußerst gewissenhaft. Wir haben noch nie einen so schönen und… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Luka) for host
I stayed with this host for 8 days and it was an amazing experience for me, Martin and his wife Andrea are very hospitable and caring, every day spent with them will be a good memory for me, it was a pleasure to stay in their beautiful area and work to improve it. I am glad that I have made at least a small contribution to the improvement of this… read more
14 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Luka)
Luka was with us for over a week and showed us his best side. He is open-minded, helpful, intelligent and, above all, has a good attitude to work. Nothing is too difficult for him. He does his job even in extreme heat or when it rains. The conversations about his homeland Georgia were very interesting for us.
We wish him a good future and other… read more
We wish him a good future and other… read more
(Excellent
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30 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
I had a wonderful week staying with Martin and Andrea. They always made every effort to make me feel at home. The accommodation, food and location were all brilliant. They were very friendly and interesting, and the work was varied and never difficult. I would love to visit again in the future, thank you so much.
30 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
Tom war zwischen zwei Stationen eine Woche bei uns und hat uns bei schwerer Arbeit wirklich gut geholfen. Er fragt genau nach und verrichtet dementsprechend seine Aufgaben willig und sehr präzise. Auch haben wir seine stille und respektvolle Art sehr wertgeschätzt.
(Excellent)
30 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma und Karo waren 3 Wochen bei uns und haben sich durch ihre sanfte und stille Art ganz selbstverständlich in unser Leben integriert. Die beiden tierliebenden jungen Frauen haben sich auch gleich mit unseren Katzen angefreundet. Ihre Aufgaben erledigten sie verantwortungsbewusst und äußerst gewissenhaft. Wir haben noch nie einen so schönen und… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Luka) for host
I stayed with this host for 8 days and it was an amazing experience for me, Martin and his wife Andrea are very hospitable and caring, every day spent with them will be a good memory for me, it was a pleasure to stay in their beautiful area and work to improve it. I am glad that I have made at least a small contribution to the improvement of this… read more
14 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Luka)
Luka was with us for over a week and showed us his best side. He is open-minded, helpful, intelligent and, above all, has a good attitude to work. Nothing is too difficult for him. He does his job even in extreme heat or when it rains. The conversations about his homeland Georgia were very interesting for us.
We wish him a good future and other… read more
We wish him a good future and other… read more
(Excellent)
28 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jafar) for host
I had such a great experience! Martin and Andrea were so welcoming and made me feel at home from the moment I arrived. They always made an effort to speak German with me, which was really helpful for improving my language skills.
Andrea is an amazing cook with a super likable personality. But don't even think about playing cards against her -… read more
Andrea is an amazing cook with a super likable personality. But don't even think about playing cards against her -… read more
14 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie is a very likeable and intelligent woman. Very quickly she finds her way around a new situation. Because of her calm and pleasant nature, she soon seemed like a member of our own family.
She sees herself responsible for what needs to be done, is good at getting things done and completes all tasks conscientiously and neatly. You can notice… read more
She sees herself responsible for what needs to be done, is good at getting things done and completes all tasks conscientiously and neatly. You can notice… read more
(Excellent)
17 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host
The end of my workaway is a perfect example for the way in which it was different from all the working experiences I had gained before on another platform. Andrea and Martin took their time for a round of mutual, constructive feedback which I really appreciated.
My impression is a very positive one. I stayed for a couple of days in July. They are… read more
My impression is a very positive one. I stayed for a couple of days in July. They are… read more
27 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Caroline & Joren) for host
We stayed for 2 weeks with Martin and Andrea and really wished we could have stayed longer! They are both such kind and generous people with a very positive and relaxed vibe. They made us feel right at home in their little paradise. :) The work was very varied and enjoyable, from planting veggies, weeding, mowing, stacking wood to light household… read more
15 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maša) for host
Andrea and Martin are very kind and attentive hosts, but most of all have great attitudes and energy. Andrea is a brilliant cook and will teach you some great stuff about felting and Martin is very generous and friendly with so much knowledge to share. We worked mostly in the garden or around the house preparing for the winter and one day helped… read more
9 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maša)
Masha and her friend Majaa stayed with us for one week. They simply are top! Both are very natural, uncomplicated and reliable young women. We were surprised how much practical life experience these young people already bring with them. Masha and Majaa are intelligent, think well and bring their manual skills well into all areas of work. The… read more
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nikolai & Viacheslav)
the two guys were very pleasant guests, good workers, kind, quiet and responsible. They did all the work with great care and also looked after the animals very well. We can highly recommend both and wish them a good fortune.
Andrea + Martin
Andrea + Martin
(Excellent)
18 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Aira)
Aira was with us during 5 weeks. With her knowledge of agriculture she was a great help in our garden but also when working in our rural environment. Indoor she showed her sense of order and cleanliness. With her happy, open nature she brought a lot of joy into the house, we had fun by playing cards and other games in evening times and we listened… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Aira) for host
Andrea and Martin are very nice and experienced people.
This was my first Host in workaway experience.
Felt good, almost like home. I adored the evenings when we played board games and the moments when we shared stories from our lives. I was lucky enough to participate in a weekly dance event.. it was colossal. thank you my austrian parents!
With… read more
This was my first Host in workaway experience.
Felt good, almost like home. I adored the evenings when we played board games and the moments when we shared stories from our lives. I was lucky enough to participate in a weekly dance event.. it was colossal. thank you my austrian parents!
With… read more
25 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Iris) for host
My first contact with Andrea and Martin was in december 2021. The earth was coverd with snow and so they didn´t necessarily need a workawayer at that time. Couple days later Andrea called me and asked if I could imagine to look after their 2 cats and their house for around 10 days. Wow, what a great offer :))
I´ve spent wonderful and peaceful… read more
I´ve spent wonderful and peaceful… read more
6 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Greg)
Greg war 3 Wochen bei uns. Es war eine gute und angenehme Zeit mit ihm. Er hat uns bei Vielen helfen können, von Garten umgraben über Fensterputzen auf der hohen Leiter, Dornenbüsche roden, Kompost umsetzen ecc.
Wir haben das Zusammenleben mit ihm geschätzt weil er ein so ruhiger, achtsamer und grundehrlicher Mensch ist.
Auch seine Talente waren… read more
Wir haben das Zusammenleben mit ihm geschätzt weil er ein so ruhiger, achtsamer und grundehrlicher Mensch ist.
Auch seine Talente waren… read more
(Excellent)
2 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Greg) for host
Martin and Andrea are a wonderful, welcoming couple. Martin has so much energy! I hope to be like him at his age. We got a lot done in the garden and had fun doing it. Andrea is a 5 star chef, I can confirm. Both are down-to-earth, interesting and authentic. I heartily joined them in playing card or board games on most nights. They always spoke… read more
1 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna stayed here for 1 week, helped us harvesting our fruits and has processed vegetables with us. She was a great help in the garden and in the house.
We would have had her much more longer, because she is a very uncomplicated, sweet, adorable young woman, helpfulness , intelligent and likes to laugh.
We would have had her much more longer, because she is a very uncomplicated, sweet, adorable young woman, helpfulness , intelligent and likes to laugh.
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Eliška & Jan) for host
Andrea and Martin are very kind people. They warmly welcomed us, gave us really nice and cozy place to stay (a room in house next to theirs, ideal for couples) and showed us their little kingdom near Graz. We soon felt like part of the family. We spend a lot of time at their garden picking fruit and vegetables, planting new ones, repairing fences… read more
17 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Eliška & Jan)
if you have Eliska and Tom with you as a workaway, consider yourself as a lucky person. They are intelligent, open people with whom we were able to have inspiring conversations, a real cultural exchange. Eliska is very empathetic, clean and tidy, she cooks excellent. Sam is a really friendly, strong bear who doesn't shy away from any hard work.… read more
(Excellent)
27 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Oliver & Cecile) for host
Andrea and Martin were both wonderful hosts. Our stay was filled with learning many new things about gardening, felting and cooking. Andrea is a brilliant cook and her meals will not disappoint! We had our own separate space which was a bonus, but we spent many evenings playing cards and games with Andrea and Martin. We thoroughly enjoyed our… read more
8 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Delfina) for host
I stayed with Andrea and Martin for two weeks and It was a really great time there.
The place it's huge, with a beautiful garden, really quiet and peaceful. Martin and Andrea are great persons.
The work was nice and super fun, cause they were always very caring. The food is amazing! I have to say it XD! Andrea bakes a bread with nuts that is… read more
The place it's huge, with a beautiful garden, really quiet and peaceful. Martin and Andrea are great persons.
The work was nice and super fun, cause they were always very caring. The food is amazing! I have to say it XD! Andrea bakes a bread with nuts that is… read more
