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Vom Host für Workawayer (Clara)
Clara stayed with me for a couple of weeks during that time she fulfilled many different tasks very well, Clara enjoyed looking after my Doggy Scooter and he liked her very much, once given instructions Clara is more than capable at carrying out the task welcome back anytime,
Vom Workawayer (Clara) für Host
I stayed with Nicolai for about two weeks, working in his house and garden. We always had plenty of time off and Nicolai was always happy to drive us somewhere and pick us up again. The work was easy and Nicolai made sure we were happy and able to do it. All in all it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. Thank you Nicolai and
… read more greetings to little Scooter!
Vom Host für Workawayer (SUZUHO)
Nipo was truly an inspiring young woman travelling alone and so young , Nipp was a bit like myself always happy and smiling and always willing to g to try anything and was always proving to be very good at any task I gave to her, she loved my doggy and enjoyed taking him for walks during the day and Nipo was so respectful of my house and helped
… read more wherever she could, we miss her and welcome her back anytime her skills have grown so much from being here.
Vincent stayed with me for several weeks. He was excellent in the work done in the gardens to assist getting ready for opening for charity. He was very capable in every task given to him from Strimming long grass to mowing the lawn to painting fences and trimming hedges to which he was brilliant.
Vincent was very respectful of the home and was a
… read more great conversational guy who we had lots of chats. He is also a very good trumpet player and we all enjoyed listening to him practice in the afternoons and on the garden open days. You were a pleasure to host Vincent and you are welcome back anytime there is always plenty of work to be done, and Scooter loved his special walks with you so safe travels from Nicholai & Scooter
I had a really very good stay at Nicholai's home for my first workaway experience. He lives in a very nice place with a wonderful quiet and relaxing garden, where he organizes Opening Garden for charity causes. We are effectively in countryside but close to a lot of beautiful places to visit, and from only 15-20min to the big town of Sligo. I
… read more could use his bike to visit around his place and even until Sligo! And Nicholai makes himself available and always offers to drop us off somewhere to visit and come back to pick us up later. He's a very kind and generous man. He took the time to learn me some details about English because my level was very limited, and he spoke slowly and without accent so it was easier to understand.
All of the tasks I did was simply, sometimes a little physically but not hard. Nicholai really takes care of his workawayers.
I will never forget this wonderful place with this very nice meet, and also an adorable dog Scooter so cute and so endearing!
Thank you very much Nicholai for all you do for everyone 🙏Feedback
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Clara)
Clara stayed with me for a couple of weeks during that time she fulfilled many different tasks very well, Clara enjoyed looking after my Doggy Scooter and he liked her very much, once given instructions Clara is more than capable at carrying out the task welcome back anytime,
Vom Workawayer (Clara) für Host
I stayed with Nicolai for about two weeks, working in his house and garden. We always had plenty of time off and Nicolai was always happy to drive us somewhere and pick us up again. The work was easy and Nicolai made sure we were happy and able to do it. All in all it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. Thank you Nicolai and
… read more greetings to little Scooter!
Vom Host für Workawayer (SUZUHO)
Nipo was truly an inspiring young woman travelling alone and so young , Nipp was a bit like myself always happy and smiling and always willing to g to try anything and was always proving to be very good at any task I gave to her, she loved my doggy and enjoyed taking him for walks during the day and Nipo was so respectful of my house and helped
… read more wherever she could, we miss her and welcome her back anytime her skills have grown so much from being here.
Vincent stayed with me for several weeks. He was excellent in the work done in the gardens to assist getting ready for opening for charity. He was very capable in every task given to him from Strimming long grass to mowing the lawn to painting fences and trimming hedges to which he was brilliant.
Vincent was very respectful of the home and was a
… read more great conversational guy who we had lots of chats. He is also a very good trumpet player and we all enjoyed listening to him practice in the afternoons and on the garden open days. You were a pleasure to host Vincent and you are welcome back anytime there is always plenty of work to be done, and Scooter loved his special walks with you so safe travels from Nicholai & Scooter
I had a really very good stay at Nicholai's home for my first workaway experience. He lives in a very nice place with a wonderful quiet and relaxing garden, where he organizes Opening Garden for charity causes. We are effectively in countryside but close to a lot of beautiful places to visit, and from only 15-20min to the big town of Sligo. I
… read more could use his bike to visit around his place and even until Sligo! And Nicholai makes himself available and always offers to drop us off somewhere to visit and come back to pick us up later. He's a very kind and generous man. He took the time to learn me some details about English because my level was very limited, and he spoke slowly and without accent so it was easier to understand.
All of the tasks I did was simply, sometimes a little physically but not hard. Nicholai really takes care of his workawayers.
I will never forget this wonderful place with this very nice meet, and also an adorable dog Scooter so cute and so endearing!
Thank you very much Nicholai for all you do for everyone 🙏
Vom Host für Workawayer (Simone)
Simone stayed with me for approximately 2 weeks during this time he was very courteous and respectful of my home, during his short stay Simone did some gardening and painting , he also helped with laying a deck area.
Simone can take instructions well and be left to carry out the job on his own .
I thank him for his help and wish him well in the
… read more future. Regards Nicholai
Vom Workawayer (Simone) für Host
Thank you Nicholai for gave me this beautiful opportunity to try an experience that i will never forget. Nicholai was and is a available and extroverted person. He is always ready to give a new works and I have never been left idle. Accompanying me during during the day, there was the Scooter dog, adorable and affectionate. I did various jobs for
… read more example: painting, arranging the grass and gravel, Cleaning the house and tidying up objects. The city of Sligo is very nice for visiting and for drinking something. Greetings and hug to Nicholai.
Jeff and city stayed in my home with me for four weeks. They were very respectful of my house very clean and tidy whilst with me. They did a multitude of different tasks from painting garden furniture to digging weeding cleaning the house. Lots of different activities city is an amazing cook and we had some of the most flavoursome, food I have
… read more ever tasted from Malaysia they were very helpful and very accommodating with the Irish whether they would finish early on wet days and work longer on dry days. I have no hesitation in recommending them to any host who would need work? Done any task once explained with carried out 100% they are welcome back any time
It was a wonderful time we spent in Ireland. We had a warm welcome from Nicholai himself and his adorable dog scooter. During our time there are many projects in the garden because he does several events throughout the year in his garden. Our daily work is to walk the scooter in the morning and evening. After that we will have some tasks to do in
… read more the garden. The garden is huge with flowers, plants and also a relaxing place to relax. We dug the ground, weeded, cleaned the garden area, painted benches and even boxes along the road. Whether is always unpredictable so some days we work overtime to cover other days that have bad whether. Usually we cook our own food but sometimes Nicolai makes nice cakes and deserts for everyone. Nicholai generously bought the groceries we needed so most of the time we always had good food to cook. The accommodation he provides is also very comfortable and matches the theme of his home. It surprised us how many antiques Nicholai and his partner have around the house. When it's our offday or we finish our work for the days, Usually Nicholai will take us to many nice places around Sligo. We eat ice cream and relax near the beach. It was a windy day but we had a great time. Nearby Sligo also has great trekking areas for walking and is so peaceful. We went to climb a small hill near the beach and must remember when you guys get to the top don't stand on the rocks!:) you will understand later. Overall we had a great time there and learned more about gardening in large areas. we will definitely miss Scooter and Nicholai. Thank you for inviting us to your beautiful home. XOXO
Vom Host für Workawayer (Berkant )
Berkant was a warm friendly young man who came to help me get the gardens ready for opening for charity days.
He helped with Strimming which he did exceptionally well and he also did some outdoor painting and mowing the grass.
Berkant was a delight to have around
the house and respected my home he was a kind pleasant helper ready to help whenever
… read more needed.
I wish him the very best of luck in his next venture in Ireland and hopefully will see him again.
Vom Workawayer (Berkant ) für Host
I stayed with Nicholai for 5 weeks and this was my first Workaway and I didn’t know what to expect. I was suprised how friendly he was and I felt on the first day already a pet of the family. Then there is scooter, the crazy dog. He loved me from the first day and I loved him as well. Nicholai was really fair with the work and tried to give me the
… read more work that I could do personally the best. After that he drives me to many beautiful places in Sligo. Chris is as well a nice man to chat with and always chill to talk with.
I will not forget this beautiful time and happy to have new friends and will definitely come back again in some timeDu kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Sarah-lou & Enora)
What a pleasure to host this couple they were amazing workers and absolutely a joy to host they were very respectful of my home and brought a lot of laughter as well as hard work.
They also cooked amazing Crepes even pink ones.
Whatever task they were given they could achieve great results,
Thank you girls for all your hard work amd I wish you
… read more both the best of luck in the future. Regards Nicholai & Scooter
Vom Workawayer (Kassandra) für Host
I stayed with Nicolai and Scooter for a month and I had a great time. I worked during the mornings and helped taking all the Christmas decorations down.
In the afternoon Nicolai would often take me to see places in Sligo, he knows a lot of nice walks and hikes in the area.
Overall Nicolai was an amazing host and I would highly recommend staying
… read more with him.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Anika & Joaquín)
What a lovely young couple these guys are. It was my pleasure to host them for three weeks,
during their time with me they covered many tasks and were exceptional at them all,
This couple were very respectful of my home and a joy to have around always smiling and laughing they were exceptional company.
I miss them already best of luck you guys
… read more regards Nicholai & Scooter xxx
Vom Workawayer (Anika & Joaquín) für Host
We spent 3 weeks in October at Nicholai's but they were enough to gather memories that we will not forget. To start, Nicholai picked us up at the bus station and since we arrived at night he made us some little sandwiches to eat. In addition, he told us that the next day we should rest and get to know the place a bit and that we would start
… read more working the next day. He was always very patient to explain to us the things we had to do since I (Anika) for example don't speak much English (anyway he encouraged me to speak, thanks for that Nicholai💜). Every day after doing our work and if it didn't rain too much, Nicholai would take us to see places, leaving us to explore and picking us up hours later. We agree with him: to get to know Ireland you have to immerse yourself in its landscapes, its winds and its greenery. Scooter was an incredible colleague too, we worked and he watched us or just kept us company, sweetheart! The times with Nicholai were also always super interesting, he always has something to tell about history, or anecdotes and he is an incredible storyteller. We will miss you very much and we hope all the best for you!!! And we will surely return to the green lands of Ireland to visit them :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Rodrigo Nicolás & Eugenia Maria ) für Host
We are Euge and Rodri, we stayed for three weeks with Nicholai and scooter. we work in the mornings and with two days off, the previous comments are spot on. Nicolai is an incredible person, attentive and always in a good mood, he helped us solve a problem with the passport in which we thank him a lot and for the patience he has had with us
… read more because of the language. he also took us to see all the nearby landscapes, forests, rivers, mountains, caves. The house is wonderful, cozy and with its own style! We are going to miss you ❤️ we take back good memories and until a next reunion.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Robert)
Robert was a gentleman he stayed with me for just two weeks and it went so fast.
His work was impeccable at whatever task he undertook he only needed the task to be explained to him and he got straight to it.
Robert entertained my other workaways while I was busy with work he cooked and they loved it,
Robert was a very respectful workaway who kept
… read more the house in pristine condition just like he found it.
I really enjoyed our chats well just about anything and everything he is a joy to have around and might I add extremely clever and interesting.
Wishing you the very best in life Robert may all your hopes and dreams come true Nicholai & of course Scooter
Vom Workawayer (Robert) für Host
I mean, just the fact how much I needed to scroll down to leave my feedback shows what a great host Nicholai is!
First of all, I only stayed for two and a half weeks and the time went by so quickly. Nicholai picked me up the bus station of Sligo and he brought me to his beautiful home. Nicholai is a great host, that is for sure! He is such a
… read more kind, welcoming and wonderful person! He made me feel like home the minute I arrived. There was always enough food in the kitchen and he would get anything you would need. I really enjoyed the talks and the trips. He knows a lot about the region of Sligo and the beautiful sights Sligo has to offer. Something that still seems crazy to me is the fact that Nicholai had the time to bring us workawayers to the differents sights and to the nicest places of Sligo even though he was very busy with work but he still managed to do so. I am really thankful for that because otherwise I would have not seen so much of Sligo. His house is something very special and something I have never seen before. I absolutely loved staying there. I really felt like home! I could cook for myself and sometimes for him or the other workawayers, too.
Working at his place was also great. I had simple things to do outside in the garden like cutting hedges, mowing the lawn, cutting and stacking firelogs, painting and raking leaves. He also wanted me to clean the gutters but I was afraid of heights and that was no problem for him at all. He also left me at his place while going on a trip for work for a few days. So, I also took care of the house and Scooter which was also great.
So, I absolutely loved it. Nick is a great host, Scooter is a lovely dog, the house is wonderful and Sligo is a beautiful place to be in. Thank you from all of my heart, Nick! I am really grateful for my time at your place and for getting to know you.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Matthias) für Host
To stay and work at Nicholai’s was an absolute delight. I came for 6 weeks and it was such a shame that I had to leave. Nicholai is a wonderful, kind and funny host. He greeted me into in incredibly home with open arms and introduced me to his family, friends, clients and pets. His generosity is absolutely unmatched. Nicholai’s knowledge about the
… read more area and his personal collection of antiques amazing and it is a joy to talk to him.
The house is like a museum filled with art and antiques but also full of laughter, warmth and great food. There is always something to do either inside or outside. It never felt like work because the moment I arrived it felt like home. This house is spotless and one will immediately like to keep it that way. The gardens are a chapter for themselves. The varieties of flowers is absolutely stunning and it’s a joy to keep the gardens in a good shape.
And not to forget dear Scooter, the real master of the house. This gorgeous little puggle is pure joy. He’s bit sleepy in the morning but loves his daily walks and especially sunbathing when possible. He’s not going to stop supervising your work and is going to follow your everywhere demanding pets and attention.
Thanks you very much Nicholai for welcoming me into your amazing home. I’ll will always remember this special time and I’m looking forward to see you again soon.
All the best,
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Matthias)
Matthias was a great Workawayer he had so many fantastic qualities and was so helpful in fact so much he was my PA for 1 month.
Kind and extremely helpful in every way he could do any job requested of him, during his stay with us Matthias tended to the lawns cut hedges, cooked wonderful dinners and learned how to make some new beautiful cakes. As
… read more the gardens were open for charity on 2 days that Matthias was with me for charity Pieta House he was just the star of the show his plant knowledge and his way with people is just amazing everyone loved him including myself and Sir Scooter the resident puggle. Matthias was a joy to have around so full of laughter and helpfulness I will miss him around so Matthias you are welcome back any time you wish.Nicholai
Vom Host für Workawayer (Marta)
Marta I have to be honest this lady has completely restored all my faith back in humanity what a gentle kind caring soul she is.
Marta has without question looked after the most precious little man in my life my Scooter the Pug also my horsy Chance,
Without exception Marta is just an amazing workaway she can do anything and so much more from
… read more Painting to mowing the grass to weeding to making everything look stunning in my garden it looks fantastic thanks to Marta.
There really is nothing she can’t do.
I have been able to leave Marta for days to look after the house and gardens and my pets without having to worry about anything.
Marta can do all house chores to a great standard and believe me I am extremely fussy.I really am jealous of her next host as I want to keep her for always and I know that my Scooter will really miss her so much in fact we both will.
Marta always be great and she is so creative with her jewellery check it out on instagram forestcreations truly inspiring stuff.
Vom Workawayer (Cristina) für Host
If you have read the previous reviews about Venetia and Michael you might have thought that they were too good to be real. Well, I can confirm all the good things other guests have said about them. They are real and they are amazing.
For a first experience as a workawayer, I could not have found a better place to stay. I instantly felt at home
… read more when I crossed their home door for the first time. Wonderful house, you will find decor lessons to learn at every single corner. The food they cook is absolutely delicious, kind of frustrating if you thought you were a good cook before arriving at their house, haha.
You will be asked to do light tasks that they will be happy to show you how to do or they will do with you. Once per year they need people to help with the boat.
Dun Laoghaire is a nice place to live and visit and it is close to Dublin if you want to spend your free time there. For all the other wonderful places in Ireland you can visit while you are there, Venetia and Michael will be more than happy to help you.
I fell totally in love with Ted and Jack and I became concerned about them, so please apply ONLY if you love and care about dogs.
I’ll always remember the nice walks with Venetia and the dogs early in the morning (the best English teaching lesson of all!) while meeting Venetia’s interesting walk friends (a kiss to Ann!).
I felt so lucky and blessed to have lived for 3 weeks with Venetia and Michael that I simply have no words to express my gratitude.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Tracy) für Host
My stay was initially supposed to be for a few weeks but somehow this turned into 3 months, I just couldn’t leave! I don’t think I’ll ever find another Workaway like this. Nicholai is a wonderful host and one of the kindest, most generous individuals, his welcome mat is open to all and he goes out of his way to everyone, his family, friends,
… read more clients, birds, ponies, etc – he is extremely caring and patient and has the biggest heart. He introduced me to his family, friends, even some of his clients who I still think about and miss the daily gossip. Nicholai is really knowledgeable about the local area and he was really kind to take me to so many different places. County Sligo is beautiful with much to see and do; I loved the walks in Union Wood and Strandhill. Plus the ever changing light on the distant hills is amazing.
It is a lovely house, filled with art and antiques, laughter, warmth and great food. There’s always something to do whether indoors or outdoors but as it felt like my own home, it never really felt like work. And because it’s so clean and immaculate you really want to keep it in the same spotless condition. I really enjoyed the gardening as well and can’t wait to see it all in bloom.
And Dear Scooter, one of the Seven Great Dogs™, is a delight, loves his daily walks and all the good things in life. He has an endless exuberance for life and packs in a lot of personality for a small dog. A great “supervisor” of daily household tasks, he enjoys following you around and is always up for a pat or treat.
Thank you Nicholai, Chris and Scootie for welcoming me to the loveliest, quirkiest Home in Ireland. I’ll always remember this, especially Christmas, as one of the best times of my life. And no matter where my journey takes me, I’ll always have some very special memories and very special friends back in Sligo.
See you in a few months!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Chloe & Clement)
Thank you Chloe & Clement so much for all your help you were both amazing to host. They helped me in so many ways from cutting hedges to weeding the drive to putting up Christmas decorations and tiring the best bows ever thanks again. I would highly recommend this pair for any task a host would have as once shown they use their initiative amazing
… read more regards Nicholai & Scooter
Vom Workawayer (Chloe & Clement) für Host
We stayed at Nicholai's place for 3 weeks in November/December.
Nicholai is the kindest and most caring host we have ever encountered! He always makes sure that you feel good at his place and takes time to take you to places to visit around Sligo!
The house is simply incredible! You need to see it in person to understand how beautiful it is. We
… read more have seen the house ready for christmas and the amount of decoration is impressive! We had our own room in the house and it was very comfy. The only downside is that the house is cold in winter times.
The work was not too demanding. The routine was first to do some cleaning and walk Scooter, and then Nicholai was giving us other tasks to do (we did some gardening, cleaning and putting the christmas decorations).
Overall we had a very good and relaxing time and we thank Nicholai for welcoming us.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Gabriela)
Gabriela was a great Workawayer we had a great few weeks together she helped me so much in the house and gardens.
Any task set for Gabriela was attended to with great enthusiasm and she executed it to perfection.it is always beautiful when a Workawayer creates a bond with crazy Scooter as it makes me feel so at ease and she definitely loved
… read more Scooter it was so nice she took him for walks almost every day even when she had a day off she would bring him.
I definitely would recommend Gabriela to any host for any jobs given some guidance she can master anything even handling a leaf blower in the wind fantastic.welcome back anytime regards Nicholai
Vom Workawayer (Gabriela) für Host
I had an amazing first workaway experience with Nicholai.
The house was an experience on its own, with so much art and history in every room.
Nicholai was very clear and supportive with the tasks to do around the house. I got some great tips and experience that will be very useful when I have to run my own house!
The best about my time here was
… read more the people. I had some great chats with Nicholai and learned a lot from him and his friends on my short stay here. Definitely a life experience I would recommend. The cheery on the cake is Scooter, the dog. I enjoyed our walks and the loving nature of Scooter.
I am super grateful for this time, will always remember it!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Lucy) für Host
This was a truly wonderful workaway experience and Nicholai is an absolutely top host.
Committed to the workaway ethos of cultural exchange, Nicholai went out of his way to make the whole stay a positive and welcoming time, and, brimming over with enthusiasm and knowledge of his home county of Sligo, there were stories and local knowledge
… read more aplenty over delicious suppers.
What stood out for me was how Nicholai quite naturally made each and every workaway feel like part of his family, so I never even felt homesick.
In the tasks for workaways there was always clarity and patience. I loved the variety too. Around a big old house there are always so many different things to do - inside and out.
Nicholai is a genuinely warm and kind person who always goes the extra mile to make people feel comfortable and appreciated. A true friend who I will always stay in contact with, and I will go back whenever I can to take Scooter on his little walks up the hill to see the pony!
It has to be said also that the location of this beautiful house is perfect for discovering the variety of landscape around. Magnificent beaches, mountains, lakes , woodland and masses of neolithic archaeology right on the doorstep.
A gem . And longlasting happy memories forged here!Vom Host für Workawayer (Lucy)
Well what an amazing lady is Lucy.
Lucy is so joyful and pleasant to have around the house having walked through my front door Lucy got straight to work offering her help around the house, whatever task you set Lucy she does it to 100% perfection.
We laughed shared stories and engaged in all kinds of fun activities such a warm positive soulful
… read more beautiful person I could not have asked for a nicer workaway. Lucy helped me get started with my running and took mr little boy scooter 🐶for walks, I had no problem putting 100% of my trust in Lucy I really could go on and on about how great she is but i suggest you if you are lucky enough to get the chance to host her take it with open arms a true inspiration thanks Lucy we are friends for life and you are now Scooters Godmother so when he needs you I will have to call you good job you moved round the corner 😂.please come back anytime xx
Vom Host für Workawayer (Léo)
What a great guy Leo was extremely helpful while he was staying with me he was great at any Kobe given to him.
Leo was very respectful of my he and got on well with everyone he is a pleasure to host so I highly Recomend him to any host in the future.Leo we really miss you Nicholai & Scooter
Vom Workawayer (Léo) für Host
Amazing first but not last workaway experience for me. Nicholai's house is really unique and make you feel living in a castle (which I love) 🏰
The work is really well explained and Nicholai can bring you on the afternoon to the many nice place of Sligo area who provides waterfalls, wonderful hikes, beache and also a nice pub with traditional
… read more irish music 🎻
We also ate really well and shared about our cultures 🍀
I had a really nice time with the other workawayer Lucy and Gabriela and also the really funny dog Scottie boy 🐶
Thanks Nicholai :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Kelly) für Host
My stay with Nicholai was my first Workaway experience and first time in Ireland. It was AMAZING. Far better than I ever imagined. I am a 61 year old woman and my plan was to do a Workaway for appx 3 weeks and then travel on my own for 3 wks. Nicholai was an amazing host.
THE HOUSE/ ACCOMODATION was fabulous. Built in 1898 (I think) it was a
… read more beautiful Victorian full of love, charm, and art. The house was very very clean and comfortable. I felt like I was in a 5 star B&B. The surrounding gardens were STUNNING to say the least. Nicholai has numerous garden areas full of beautiful flowers, tiny paths, sitting areas and places to go totally zen. One of the rooms in the house was reserved as a "B&B guest room". In addition to myself, there were either one or two other Workawayers there. I really enjoyed interacting with the other Workawayers and the B&B guests.
TRANSPORTATION - Although the house was appx 15-20 minutes drive from downtown Sligo, Nicholai was very gracious with providing transportation to town, the bus station, or a nearby attraction several time per week.
THE WORK - Nicholai likes everything spotlessly clean and tidy. My jobs included, cleaning (vacuum, dust, iron, washing windows, prep room for B&B guest), weeding outside garden & trimming flowers, painting the inside of the coach house and whatever else needed to be done. None of the work was onerous and Nicholai strives to find tasks that people are good at (thus I stayed away from the cooking - haha). My work hours were generally 8a-1p or 9-2. Nicholai was very flexible as long as the work got done in a timely manner (and with quality of course).
THE FOOD - Nicholai is an AMAZING cook & baker. He strives to accommodate his B&B guests as well as his Workawayers preferences.
MY ADVENTURES - While doing my Workaway, I took my days off to visit Belfast (incl Giants Causeway, Black Taxi Tour, Tiatanic), Donegal (incl Slieve League), Galway (what can I say ... simply amazing). In addition to my independent travels (by bus), there are TONS of sights to see around Sligo. Some of the things I did (thanks to transportation from Nicholai and the other Workawayers) included hiking Knocknarea, Caves of Keash, Queen Maeve's tomb, climbing Benbulben (ohhh yeah - great adventure), Strandhill beach, riverwalk in downtown Sligo and MUCH more. All of this was made possible because of the kind recommendations and the generous assistance with transportation from the very best host in the world - Nicholai (and his very very cute dog Scooter).
THE HOST - I cannot say enough about Nicholai. He is a very kind and generous man who graciously shares his beautiful home with B&B guests and Workawayers. He shares his knowledge of Sligo and Ireland's most interesting sites with his guests. He prepares meals that are second to none. He has developed world class gardens that provide beauty and enjoyment. He maintains and immaculately clean home. He is the perfect host. I highly recommend Nicholai as a host for Workawayers (or B&B guests). I hope I have the opportunity to return soon.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Kelly)
Kelly was an amazing lady we had many laughs together and her work for me varied from helping in the house garden to painting to entertaining guests at the B&B.
Kelly will be sadly missed by myself and Scooter and of course Angela the fugitive Workaway.
I can guarantee that if you have the opportunity to meet Kelly then grab it as she is amazing
… read more help and a really lovely lady we laughed a lot over the 1 month she stayed, thank you Kelly for all your hard work come back again soon Nicholai
Vom Host für Workawayer (Angela & WIL)
Angela arrived to me for 2 weeks almost 5 months later she was still with me, a fantastic Workawayer just the most creative amazing artist I have met.
Both Angela & Will have helped me to bring my garden up to standards of opening next year for Sligo secret Gardens for which we are all very proud. Angela is a grafter there is no messing around
… read more she gets the job done and it is to perfection, Angela formed a special bond with my piglet Scooter and if you could hear the crying he does to greet her when she arrives back from wherever it’s truly amazing he loves her very much and speaking of love it was while with me that Angela met her beloved Will love at first sight I think, I can’t wait for the wedding I better get invited. I want to wish them both well on the future and if you are lucky enough to get the chance to host them then grab it until we meet again xx
Vom Workawayer (Killian) für Host
What an amazing experience in this house! The house looks like a museum, you'll discovers new paintings and things everyday (we already miss the so nice rooms!). The garden is beautiful and it's very pleasant to spend time in it!
Nicholai is a very kind and generous host, always in a good mood and smiling! He knows so many places to see in the
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Days in this place goes fast, there's always things to do or visit! The work is simple and interesting, we are excellent painters now haha
And of course we miss Scooter a lot, he will love you even more than you will love him (especially when you're eating!😅)
PS : For workawayers, If you know how to do crêpes, I think you'll be more than welcome !:)
Say Hi to Scooter (and angela if you ever heard about her haha:) We hope to see you again, xx
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Killian)
Killian & Fiona were fantastic workayays.
Absolutely a joy to host and they did every single job with huge passion and attention to detail. They took a rusty old bench and spent a few days working on it and oh my god it turned out amazing.
From painting the gazebo to cutting the hedge and strimming and helping with inside the house there was
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I would definitely recommend them to any host most highly as keen fun loving hard workers who never stopped smiling, we miss you both come back haha
Vom Host für Workawayer (cindyj66)
Cindy what an amazing lady you are we were absolutely blessed to have met you on our journey in this life.you are truly one of the most amazing,joyous ,& free spirited people I have ever had the pleasure to meet your work which was so varied here was meticulous nothing you couldn’t do and with all your heart and love we adored you Chris Scooter &
… read more I really miss you but we have not said goodbye as you have promised us that you will return soon.to any host out there looking for a honest reliable punctual helper look no further than Cindy she is a breeze to have around.I want to wish you the very best of luck with your ventures and you will always have a place in our hearts and our home xx Nicholai Chris Scooter xxx
Vom Workawayer (cindyj66) für Host
Nicholai, Chris, and Scooter (the dog)... I give you, three, 5*****!
This was my first WorkAway experience. I was a bit apprehensive, as it was new, but on arrival and seeing Nicholai beaming from ear to ear, and scooter happy, and welcoming, left me relaxed and excited. My initial plan was to stay for 2 to 3 weeks. I ended up staying for over 10
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Stunning house and location. But it was Nicholai's incredible genuine kindness, generosity, hospitality, attentiveness, excitement, and love for life that was infectious and made me want to stay FOREVER!
He went above and beyond, on everything, making sure that all was well.
His family and friends were wonderful and welcoming, too.
All these show the character of a man, Nicholai. Masterpiece!
He and Chris gave me a memorable sparkling birthday celebration! I loved every bit of it!
My gratitude. Thank you.
I arrived a stranger and left with friends for life.
I shall return!
WorkAway is a fantastic platform and I'm glad to be part of it.
If you, WorkAwayer, ever want to visit Ireland, and specifically Sligo area, look no further than Nicholai and Chris' place.
You will love them, as I do. Just know that this is an exchange, and if you do your part it will be an incredible ride.
Loving life. Loving you, Nicholai, Chris, and Scooter.
Life is marvelous when shared respectfully.
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Vom Workawayer (Marcelo) für Host
If you are looking for the best possible experience as a Workawayer, you need to meet and spend time with Nicholai.
I stayed in Sligo for 3 months, and even in winter and with the lockdown it was one of the most remarkable and interesting experiences of my life. Certainly what contributed a lot to this was Nicholai's interest and concern in
… read more providing a good experience for the workaway.
I had the opportunity to visit several incredible places around Sligo. I tried local and foreign cuisine (I told Nicholai that he should open a restaurant, he is very good at it). And I had the opportunity to make new friends, in addition to Nick, other workawayers that passed by the house, and I couldn't stop mentioning Scooter and Annie, I miss everyone !!
I would like to take advantage of this space for thanking Nicholai, for everything he did for me during the time I was there. It made all the difference for me, and I was able to learn a lot from him about generosity, not only with me but with several other people and situations. He became a friend to me!
I hope to meet you again. A big hug for you Nicholai, for Chris and also Scooter and Annie.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Marcelo)
A warm Kind,Caring,honest, young man who has an infectious smile 😃 always motivated to get going on any task you give him W heather it be in the garden or inside the house he did every task with care a quality that is rare, we spent 3 weeks living and working together and it was a real pleasure to host Marcello, Annie but especially Scooter my pug
… read more will never forget the love and affection that Marcello bestowed on him I don’t think he will ever be the same, when I get to host such a nice young lad it makes me love Workaway even more as a platform for meeting amazing people and getting the help that we all need, I would highly recommend Marcello for any host who requires either someone with respect and integrity to help look after their pets or children as he is fantastic with both a true star, he restores my faith in humanity when I meet people like Marcello I wish I could get the opertunity to meet with his parents & congratulate them on the great job they did of raising this chap, I hope to one day, until we see each other again Marcello take great. Are of yourself and we hope to see you again very soon Kindest Regards Nicholai Scooter & Annie
Vom Workawayer (Greta) für Host
If you are thinking of spending some time with Nicholai I suggest you to not hesitate and contact him immediately as he is the ideal host.
Nicholai as a person is very easy going as well as kind and always makes sure you feel comfortable and at home. He is an immaculate cook who will spoil you with dishes from all over the world and also the
… read more Irish cuisine. A lift was always offered when possible and Nicholai took us to beautiful nature spots like water falls, beach walks or mountain trips. If not at home his two adorable dogs will always keep you occupied and content. The work I had to do was not hard nor boring as I spent my time mostly keeping the house spotlessly clean (being able to dust old antiques) or doing some pruning and tidying up in the garden, which is the most beautiful I have ever seen. My favourite task was feeding the birds as Nicholai always has a supply of bird food at hand. The accommodation is, how you can presume by the pictures already marvellous as you sleep in beautiful bedrooms with lovely old furniture and beds. As the house is so large you will most likely meet some other workawayers around which is a great opportunity to meet new people and spend your time after work (roughly 9.00- 14.00) with. I could go on listing all the reasons to pay Nicholai, Annie and Scooter a visit but I believe an appropriate insight was given which clears all sorts of doubts.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Greta)
Hi anyone reading this is obviously interested in hosting Greta I have to say I was thrilled to host Greta for just over 2 weeks and what a delight she was, we had many laughs together and we managed to get the big house dressed and ready for a fabulous Christmas together, Greta was excellent in every task that was asked of her and offered more
… read more than I expected she really was a terrific young woman, I’m absolutely positive that she could carry out any task given the right guidance we shared lots of lovely talks together and my dogs adored her especially Scooter who I think Greta spoiled while I wasn’t looking haha 😂 a very nice time was had and Greta even helped me immensely by wrapping all my Christmas presents which might I add she did beautiful with lots of creativity and garden foliage fabulous experience thanks Greta I’m sure we will meet again xx
Vom Host für Workawayer (Pablo)
Pablo was staying with me for 3 weeks in this time he did a range of jobs in the garden from raking leaves to log splitting and general tidying up outside, he was a fantastic guy to have around always cheerful and willing to help with any task,we had many laughs with Pablo and his nature was very caring and honest he was a joy to have around.he
… read more also cooked a lovely meal for us all which we enjoyed very much he seemed to be a expert at poker ♠️ although I’m not so sure haha 😂
Vom Workawayer (Pablo) für Host
First experience with workaway, I was nervous about what would happen. Nicholai is a great person, and he really made me feel at home. The house that he has is wonderful, surrounded of trees, and nature. He is very attentive to making you feel comfortable, with everything. He cooks amazing, Every night he makes a dinner that really is like a
… read more restaurant. My English is not good, but he is patient and his English is very clear. He has two adorable dogs. I really recommend going to meet Nicholai and live the experience with him. He took us on excursions several times, to incredible sites like waterfalls, lakes, mountains ... incredible. I'm sure I'll come back one day to greet him, he's a great person.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Maksimilijan & August)
Thank you Max & August for the amazing work you both achieved in just 3 weeks, Max & August stayed with me for 3 weeks and it was an amazing experience, two extremely nice guys we laughed a lot and we got an amazing greenhouse built thanks again Max,August did lots of wood chopping hedge trimming and some painting inside the house, if you get the
… read more opertunity to host these guys you won’t be disappointed they are great guys very trustworthy and respectful of my home which they shared gracefully for 3 weeks,
Vom Workawayer (Maksimilijan & August) für Host
Nicholai was our first host, but he set the bar so high, that we think nobody will ever beat him. He is just a great guy, pleasant, caring, compassionate, fair, respectful, cheerful and a perfect cook! He told us interesting stories, took us to see the ocean, lakes, mountains, waterfalls, castles… It was magical. We could not imagine a better
… read more experience, and it honors us to have staid with him. There are too much good things to say about Nicholai in this brief review, so we’ll leave the rest for you to experience, if you ever get to stay with him. We will always remember the perfect time we had at the house and we hope to come back again!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Marco) für Host
Nicholai is an excellent host, a great cook, always kind and available to show you amazing places in Sligo county. He lives in a big, beautiful countryside house surrounded by a gorgeous garden. Typically I worked from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, then after lunch we would go visit some lovely place around. I had a wonderful time there and I can only
… read more recommend him. I hope to see you again ( when this pandemic will be over!!!), thank you very much.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Marco)
Marco was a great Workawayer he was very respectful of my home and he was a pleasure to host he did lots of different jobs from painting sanding to helping inside the house with cleaning hoovering etc, whatever job he did he did it very well a pleasure Marco welcome back anytime
Vom Host für Workawayer (Garrett)
Garrett thank you so much for your 1 month visit it was absolutely our pleasure to host you, I can only describe the whole experience as delightful even if you have just brought to my realisation that sending men to the moon and back is all an animation sad story 😂, you are an amazing young man who can offer any host so many different skills from
… read more painting gardens cutting trees and chopping logs and even vacuuming the house and of course your chicken parmegano 😂.it was a great time we had and I hope you got to experience everything that the wonderful west coast of Ireland has to offer I wish you the very best of luck and hopefully we will meet again soon take care Garrett lots of love Nicholai Chris Annie and of course crazy Scooter, we will miss you
Vom Workawayer (Garrett) für Host
Where do I begin? Nicholai is a wonderful host and I don't think there is much I could say to bolster his stellar reputation on here, but I am happy to at least reinforce it. Nicholai is an excellent host. He is gracious, considerate, friendly, and generous. He goes well above and beyond in making sure that you see all that the surrounding area
… read more has to offer, which is a lot. Sligo is an amazing county with many natural wonders to be explored, as well as some beautiful towns. Nicholai's home is a veritable wonderland with a wide variety of flora outside and a wide variety of antiques inside. It is truly overwhelming (in a good way) attempting to observe it all. The house is really much more interesting than most museums I think. There are many antique books as well, of which I did not get to read very much due to having a lot of my own books already started, but I hope someday to come back and make some more progress on them. Nicholai is an excellent cook and is quite amenable to people's specific dietary requirements. There are two adorable dogs also. Annie is very old, so she isn't very energetic, but she is still easy to love. Scooter is a brat but in a very endearing way. He is cute and he knows it! The house is in the country, so if you prefer city life this may not be for you, but there are of course cities nearby. Even if you prefer a city setting, I would strongly encourage you to make an exception for this lovely, peaceful, cozy, amazing, welcoming home! This was my first Workaway and it seems highly unlikely that I will experience a better one anytime soon! I will always remember my stay with Nicholai as a very great blessing for which I will always be eternally grateful! Thanks Nick!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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It was an absolute pleasure to work for Nicholai and to live with him, Scooter and Annie in his beautifully furnished stylish House. I can warmly recommend him as a host. He is exceptional! He is also a very good cook!!! I really enjoyed the work and every afternoon Nicholai drove me to different beautiful places in the area. I will never forget
… read more this time. Nicholai you have enriched my life. I am sure I will come back one day...“with a pensionier‘s ID card“ ha ha ha....
Thanks Nicholai vor everything I hope to see you, crazy lovingly Scooter and Annie again soon!
Katharina came to me for two weeks we had an amazing experience together the laughter and fun was just exceptional, Katharina did many jobs for me in my house and in the garden she created a beautiful gravel driveway with hydrangeas and she planted some exotic boxes, and the list goes on and on we saw lots of beautiful places together,we even sat
… read more by the ocean and had fish & chips it was amazing 😉 I would highly recomend Katherina for so many different jobs as I believe there is nothing she can’t do brilliantly well done Katharina you were a pleasure to host please please come back again xxNicholai Scooter & Annie
It was an absolutely pleasure to work with Nicholai, he was an excellent host always worried about how I felt doing the work and giving me all the necessary tools and explanations to do it.
After work, most of the time he would take me to different beautiful places and tell me the history behind it. It was an unforgettable time! We enjoyed a lot!
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I totally recommend him if you want to live an authentic workaway experience.
Thank you so much Nicholai, hope to see you, Scooter and Annie again!
Silvia was a great example of a Workawayer she is honest respectful responsible and kind,we shared many many laughs together and she did lots of great jobs inside within the house also in the garden even planting weeding and painting amazing, we will all miss you so best of luck and your welcome back anytime xx Scooter Annie & Nicholai
Vom Workawayer (Priscila & Angelo) für Host
What a memorable experience!
We needed to leave the Nicholai’s home to catch our dreams. Not only was a pleasure to work with him, but also we enjoyed spending our time together talking about everything. Nicholai is a gentleman, with a positive energy, easy going person and thoughtful as well. He makes you fell like at home. At dinner he usually
… read more cooks and….OMG!
Laughing many times, sharing experiences and making jokes are just several pieces of that extravagant puzzle. Scooter and Annie never miss the opportunity to sit next to you while you are eating or working, they are the best company!
What is more, Nicholai will give you a hand if you need help and Priscila will not forget a hug that she missed so much, a hug like the ones she got only in her own country.
As soon as possible we go back to visit Nicholai so that Angelo finally will get the scones’ recipe!
Thanks for everything!
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Priscila & Angelo)
Well today I am very sad to say goodbye to two of probably the best people I have met on this journey,Priscill & Angelo were just a pleasure to host they were always laughing and smiling and always there to help,they did many many tasks in the time with me from building a gravel path and a new decking area to landscaping the garden and weeding and
… read more cleaning and cooking the list goes on & on two fantastic souls and my two dogs Scooter & Annie will miss them dearly ohh and me to I want to wish them the very best in life and I hope that they will both come back to visit us some day amazing people xx
Vom Host für Workawayer (Claudio)
Well what a pleasure it was to host Claudio.he is a true gentleman Claudio was so respectful of my home and was a pleasure to have around the house, he was always looking to help and he did an amazing job to restore some of my very old sash Windows,he was such good company always laughing and in good spirits, I look forward to meeting him and
… read more welcoming him back to Ireland again one day so until then Claudio stay safe in this strange world we now all live xx NicholainAnnie & of course the crazy Scooter
Vom Workawayer (Claudio) für Host
Nicholai is a great host.
His house and garden are wonderful and he is always available and polite.
I speaking English a little but he helped me.
I painted some windows and I liked the work.
Nicholai prepared fantastic dinners every evening. He is a 5 star super chef.
The little dogs "scooter and annie", are like that nice.
On weekend he
… read more would take us to see some beautiful places close to sligo and we had lunch in front of the ocean.
Amazing.... Thank you for everything. See you Nicholai......
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Vom Workawayer (MIN) für Host
I am so glad to meet with Nicholai and Cris, they are so nice, always make me feel at home! Nicholai has many Chinese porcelains, so that me and my friend Xia were very excited to clean those lovely antiques. Some of them have a long history, but Nicholai didn’t know that, probably because only we can understand those Chinese on the porcelain
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Sometimes, we should do some gardening, like painting, collecting leaves, I like to help Nicholai to keep his garden looks nice, and those works are interested for me.
On weekends, Nicholai would take us to some beautiful scenic spots in Sligo, so that we can see different sightseeing.
This is my first experience for Workaway, and both me and my friend think Nicholai is our best host! He always cook delicious food for us. His family also friendly to us when we stayed there. We also have fun with his dogs,Scooter is a naughty boy, Annie is a quite but cute girl, we love to take pictures with them.
Anyway, Nicholas, thank you for everything! ^^Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (MIN)
Well this lady was amazing Min stayed with me for 4 weeks with her friend Sia they were probably the best workaways I've had to date they were maticulis about cleaning my very special antiques some of which are over 400 years old, they were excellent company and were a joy to host in the house their work ethic was amazing,they also cooked some
… read more beautiful Chinese dishes and were great company,I would love to have them both stay with me forever haha no but seriously they are welcome back anytime Regards Nicholai Scooter & Annie we miss you xxxxxxxx
Vom Workawayer (Corantin) für Host
Nicholai was my last host in Ireland, it allows me to have a comparison now. I did this workaway in December for just under three weeks, so I can only confirm one thing : the experience was excellent ! :)
Nicholai is a very welcoming host who knows how to put you at ease, the conversations are very easy with him on any subjects (even if your
… read more english isn't perfect, on the contrary he helps you to progress). He also likes to make you discover his region, give travel advice and made me visit a certain number of places (waterfalls, castles, Irish pubs...).
For the work, it was organized in the morning on weekdays. Mainly outside but with some indoor tasks as needed. I was able to participate in the creation of a compost with Ross (another helper), mowing the grass, leaves, Christmas lights ...
In conclusion, I can only recommend Nicholai without any hesitation !!!
I would not fail to visit him if I ever go back in Ireland (without a car this time) who knows ? ... :)Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Corantin)
Super young man what a breath of fresh air,Corantin was so respectfull of my home and was extremely helpful with all tasks he was asked to do in fact I don't think there is any job that he would not e able to complete and with a level of perfection,amazing can work completely unsupervised and most importantly can be trusted 109%, these workawayers
… read more are one in a million so I would suggest any host looking for someone then this is your man,we enjoyed each other's company a lot and he was very easy to get on with,he even mastered driving on the left side of the road with such ease that I worry when he returns to France that he may forget to drive on the right lol,I could go on and on about his good points but I will leave it for others to experience a true gentleman and I wish him every success in his future we miss you so much already lots of love Scooter Annie & of course Nicholai welcome back anytime and bring your family regards NICHOLAI
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ross)
Ross stayed at my home for 3 weeks, he was a real pleasure to host as he was hardworking and never really wanted a lot of free time so he kept busy,he was very respectful of my house and helped a great deal with cooking cleaning and he attended chopping wood,building new compost heaps and also building barn doors,he also helped when we had
… read more unexpected B&B guests and he entertained them,I have no hesitation in recommending Ross for future hosts and he looked after Scooter &Annie very well with their food and walks etc
Vom Workawayer (Ross) für Host
So I stayed with Nicholai for about 3 weeks. He was such a great host, made me feel right at home! Admittedly I didn't travel far so I was practically in my own backyard. Every room in the house is so full of character and charm, the dogs Scooter and Annie are both lovely and need their attention in different ways.
Together we built some barn
… read more doors for his coach house, there was always lots to be done around the grounds too. Cleared and sawed some wood for the rest of the winter. I also made a sectioned composting area for him.
All in all it was a great experience and I would highly recommend a stay here. Would love to see the garden in full bloom in the spring!
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Vom Workawayer (Michael & Romina) für Host
Nicholai was an excellent host. His house is better than the pictures, so beautiful and comfortable, and we were treated incredibly well. We had the pleasure of sharing cooking (and trying his amazing cooking skills!) and looking after his lovely dogs, as well as working around the house and garden. He was also very helpful with our questions
… read more about Ireland as well. If you have the chance, we would both highly recommend Nicholai to any workawayer!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Michael & Romina)
Well what a really nice couple to host great workers and great company,they were very respectfull of my home and they loved my 2 dogs Annie & Scooter. Although I was worried about Romina being vegetarian she did seem to enjoy whatever I cooked, great couple highly recommend them as workaways,
Vom Workawayer (Daniele40) für Host
I just have to thank you, Nicholai for the hospitality, I went to stay a month but ended up staying two months, it was so good that I didn't feel like leaving, I felt better than in my own home, I came to your house knowing nothing of little by little I was learning from him, today I can communicate well. And saying that he is a great master in
… read more the kitchen, I gained even a few extra pounds. The house is very beautiful, cozy, has an amazing view, and a wonderful place and a charm, my desire was to stay longer. I fell in love with Annie and Scooter beautiful and friendly, the city very beautiful educated people, you breathe a fresh air that comes from nature. In addition to the experience, I gained new friends, learned a lot, I will never forget, a big hug on everyone and a kiss on Scooter and Annie hairy babies..😘Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Daniele40)
Daniell was a fantastic workawayer, respectful honest and a exceptional cleaner,we had many laughs together and Danielle has fallen in love with the 2 most precious things to me my dogs,she adored them she even hand fed my old westie Annie her food so she did not have to struggle,she took them for walks everyday and they will miss her a lot as too
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Title English we got along perfectly with google translate and she has got some basic English now after nearly 3 months with me,I would highly recommend Danielle for any host where attention to detail is needed she took great care of my Antiques in the cleaning of them a beautiful soul we will miss her a lot God bless Danielle and when you get your Italian citizenship then please do return,also finally Danielle is a wonderful cook especially you must try her chocolate cake and coconut cake and her carrot cake amazing
Vom Workawayer (JORGE & THAIS) für Host
My wife and I spent 3 weeks with Nicholai, Scooter and Annie. We had very special moments there. It was our 4th workaway and certainly the best. We really feel the workaway spirit. Nicholai welcomed us very well, we felt at home, which by the way was very comfortable. He provided all meals, always asking us what we wanted to eat for dinner. Every
… read more day we had dinner together and had time to talk and practice English by the fireplace. The work we did was painting, cutting wood, cutting down some trees that were falling on the garage roof, building a new space to stock various materials and cut wood, building a new garden, weeding, and other services. We worked 5 hours a day and took 2 free days a week. Nicholai was flexible, some days we asked him to start work later and he left. If you are coming to Ireland and want a great experience, be sure to contact Nicholai. His English is very good to understand, does not have the Irish accent :) For those who are learning English, is wonderful. The Scotter dog was good company, I miss him :) - Crazy dog. So today I have a great friend in Ireland, we will definitely come back to visit you. Obrigado Nicholai, grande abraço!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (JORGE & THAIS)
What an amazing couple, Jorge & Thais came to me for almost 3 weeks they were truly inspiring and great company we had many laughs together and we enjoyed lots of food together, they are a special couple always looking to help and they did that in huge quantities, Jorge even managed to get my Italian Vespa scooter sorted after a period of not
… read more being used, they did wonderful work for me and I am so happy to have had the opportunity to meet them both,wonderful experience we will miss them but they have promised to come back soon,scooter will miss you Jorge asking him are you hungry lol😂
Vom Workawayer (Hugo) für Host
Great trip near the wild north coast ! I passed a wonderful month with Nicolais, he his very friendly and open minded and we had goods deliriums, i visited very nice place and drank irish beer (made with french malt).😂
"Best job i ever had !"
See you in a few years ! 🤝😉
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Hugo)
Well what an amazing young man, Hugo spent just over 2 weeks with me and 3 other Workaway’s, he was a pleasure to host he was courteous very helpful respectful and such a funny easy going guy we all enjoyed his company and we had many laughs together.when Hugo was asked to do any task he did it with all his heart and was very good at any task he
… read more did painting mowing the grass strimming he even helped build a new lean too log store from scratch amazing guy and we will all miss him so much come back again soon Hugo xx Nicholai Scooter & Annie
Vom Workawayer (François,Olivier,Manuel) für Host
Amazing experience whit Nicholai, annie and scooter. I love all of this beautiful moments. Nicholai is very friendly and generous. He is a excellent cooker and he knows a lot about the history when we visit the differents places around sligo. A nice place to go in if you want an unforgettable stay. Thanks for all see you a next time :-)
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Vom Host für Workawayer (François,Olivier,Manuel)
Ok Francois is just amazing so so so helpful with any task I asked of him which was very varied from chainsaw work to strimming to lawnmower the lawns, even the house vacuuming and even cooking amazing crepes and lunch and dinner he is truly fantastic, I would highly recommend him to anyone for just about any situation or jobs that need doing,he
… read more will be greatly missed by my 2 babies Annie & Scooter who he really took a liking to and brought them for lots of walks,wishing you every success Francois for the future and you are welcome back anytime Regards Nicholai Annie & of course Scooter
Vom Host für Workawayer (Oriol)
Well Oriol was a fantastic workaway,his attention to detail was amazing,he painted my porch and my kitchen to an exceptionally high standard and was a pleasure to have around the house you didn't even notice he was here amazing guy and welcome back to Ireland any time fantastic good luck Oriol,ps Scooter misses all his walks with you
Vom Workawayer (Camille & Cécile) für Host
How can we write something which can describe a so amazing host ?
Our travel was driven unforgettable largely thanks to Nicholai.
Work in his beautiful victorian house was a pleasure ! We have cooked, cleaned the house, cleared the woods, painted and gardened always in a good mood thanks to the lovely surroundings and the kindness of
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This travel was our first Workaway and our first travel abroad alone and it was amazing ! We have been able to discover a wild Ireland with beautiful landscapes and the most friendly people we have ever met : Nicholai is the perfect example !
We have seen he wanted to make us discover his region with its advantages which are plentiful !
He has shown us (with the other workawayers) his lovely country through our conversations shared over the dinners and through the nice places where he brought us near Sligo like Hazelwood or the waterfalls.
What can we say more ?
Yes ! We have also met Scooter and Annie, two endearing but honestly crazy dogs :) which were very often with us ! That's why it is important to love animals if you want to stay with Nicholai according to us...
Of course if this criterion is met and if you want discover Ireland with a clever, friendly, generous and good cook host : Nicholai is the best host for you !
Anyway we spent lots of amazing times there and on the top of that we have improved our English !
Actually we just want to go back to Ireland (maybe next year !)
Nicholai is such a great man, we send him a lot of kisses from France !
Regards !
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Camille & Cécile)
2 amazing people full of joy happiness love for good food and amazing company always laughing and being happy,they were so helpful to me from painting to clearing the woods to cleaning the house and most of all loved cooking all day never a day passed without desert would highly recommend Camile & Cecile to any situation needed once shown what to
… read more do amazing girls and we had so much fun xx we all miss you welcome back anytime
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jonathan & Llessamí)
Well where do I start what an amazing couple so full of energy and enthusiasm I was blessed to receive these 2 as my workawayers.Llessami is an amazing artist who painted stunning chinoiserie birds on the back of one of my doors in my chinoiserie bedroom,it is truly magical she also painted amazing design on my garden parasol,a larger than life
… read more character who soaked up all my beautiful county had to offer,Jonathan was great with helping in the garden painting also chopping wood and strimming just been shown once he could carry out any task,I will really miss these 2 and I highly recommend them for any workaway situation Best of Luck of the Irish to you 2 and God Blessyou both
Vom Workawayer (Jonathan & Llessamí) für Host
Nicholai is honestly the best host we could have; he was so friendly, lovely and generous with us that he showed us from the beginning how great his heart was. He always made sure that we were comfortable and in just a couple of days his home felt like ours (we felt “home sweet home” in his home). His remarkable generosity and hospitality made us
… read more feel like in a palace everyday (well...actually... much better than that because his house is a like a dream museum and is really really cozy). We had really nice talks during the dinners and we could learn a bit about the Irish culture and politics, wich we found fascinating.
We truly enjoyed helping him with his projects in the garden and in his house and it was so gratifying to see that we were contributing and being helpful to the man that did so much for us, driving us to spectacular places, cooking excellent dishes, organizing our visits and so much more!
If you are planning to do a workaway and you are not sure where, we can assure you 200% that Nicholai’s house is your best option. You will have the chance to experience an amazing time in the west coast of Ireland (he will make sure that you see the most of it), learning from the culture and enjoying the Irish landscapes wich are truly amazing.
Nicholai, thank you again for everything and we hope that someday we will come to visit you again,
Llessamí and Jonathan <3Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Stanislaw)
Stan stayed with me a couple of weeks,in which time he built a new door for my garden shed and a new door for my boiler house,he also layed a path around my pond,Stan is very interesting and loves to spend lots of time watching and photographing the birds.i wish him all the best for his travels around Ireland Regards Nicholai
Vom Workawayer (Stanislaw) für Host
Old house from the Victorian period. Is this a haunted house? .... our brave host Nicholas bravely fought the ghosts, cooking delicious dinners, which were consumed by the candlelight In elegant company. Always smiling and helpful in showing interesting places around Sligo. I would like to thank you for nice moments. Regards Stan.
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Vom Workawayer (Emilien) für Host
When you meet Nicholai for the first time, especially in a pub, you know you'll love your stay at home. Indeed, the two weeks spent at Nicholai were a real experience. Nicholai, "this irish crazy man" made me discover all the beautiful things to see near Sligo, we talked very well and laughed very well ( especially when she smiled with two teeth
… read more in her mouth :p )! No, a little serious, the maintenance work of the garden allows you to acquire knowledge and techniques for the years to come, hoping to have helped you well. It was a real experience that I will not forget and even if the opportunity comes up again, I will come back to spend other moments friendly.
Thank you so much !!
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Emilien)
Well Emilien what can I say a true gentleman I hosted him for two weeks in my home and what a guy funny interesting intelligent and full of joy,Emilien could take on any challenge I set him from painting outside fences to strimming and grass cutting he even cooked two beautiful meals for 5 of us,I really really had an amazing time with him so
… read more positive and nothing ever too much trouble an amazing dude highly recommend him,we will miss you lots of love Scooter Annie & Nicholai xx
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jacopo & Anna)
Wow what 2 Amazing individuals so kind and thoughtful,I shared my home for 2 weeks with Anna & Jack it was a fantastic experience for all of us we had a lot of laughs and we exchanged stories,their skills were amazing only to be shown once and they could fly,Painting weeding grass cutting strimming their attention to detail reminded me of myself,a
… read more pleasure to host these guys and they make an amazing Carbonara well worth trying they will even go against their Itallian rules and serve it with Garlic bread haha,we had some pleasurable outings to waterfalls beaches etc if only we had more time I made two very special friends thanks so much xxx Scooter Annie & I will truly miss you guys and best of luck in your next experience
Vom Workawayer (Jacopo & Anna) für Host
We spent two beautiful weeks with Nicholai in his very big and particular Victorian house that is like a museum. We shared the house and the experience with other two (three the last days) workawayers and was an incredible opportunity to share our different experiences and cultures. The work is perfectly planned and is mainly in the garden, you
… read more couldn't be bored because every day there will be something different to do for you. Thanks to this we learnt a lot of different new skills. Nicholai is very kind and was always interested if everything was ok, during the afternoons and the days off he took us to explore the most interesting places near Sligo and we spent lovely moments all togheter. Due to a problem that we had with our next destination he hosted us an extra day and offered us help with the buses. He is also an excellent cook and very open minded, we had lovely conversations.
During this week we found new friends, we won't forget this incredible experience, thanks for everything.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied) für Host
Nicholai is a very, very good host, because he considers you like his guest. He cooks very well and he assures himself always you feel good. His house and his garden are beautiful with the Georgian and Victorian style. If you like the history, it's the good place for you because Nicholai has lots of antiques with the stories associated. If you
… read more want to discover Sligo's around, it's also a good host because he can show you around the beaches, waterfalls and more. You can improve your English with Nicholai because he likes to talk about everything and he is very interesting. Sometimes the talkings finish at 4.00 am around some pints of beers and glasses of whiskeys. He has 2 nice dogs, Annie and Scooter even if Scooter cries all the time because he wants some foods and affections :smile:Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Host für Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied)
Well this guy was excellent workaway he was able to carry out any task once shown,he was able to cut down trees cut grass and do the strimming, also very nice to talk to and we had many stories to share a few beers and whiskeys, also very good with vacuuming, I can highly recommend Luc for any task once shown how nice guy thanks for all your help
… read more Regards Nicholai
Vom Host für Workawayer (Friedrich)
Well this guy came to me as a last minute workaway,a true gentleman and a joy to sit and chat with so much knowledge and so interesting, Friedrich has a great personality and can adapt to any task you give him once you show him,I recommend him for any jobs you need doing around the house and garden once shown a really great experience for my first
… read more workaway and I made a special friend thanks Fritz and keep being a Scout myself and Scooter and Annie really do miss you.Help revamp our family garden near Enfield, Ireland
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