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Please only apply if you're okay with cleaning + gardening + cats + dog + kids
Minimum stay 4 weeks, longterm stay is possible for up to 6 months.
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We are a family of four: two adults, two kids (boys aged 11 and 14). Plus two cats and a dog.
... and plus you, while you stay with us!
Our schedule is busy ... another helping hand is always needed in our house!
We are not the average German family. We are a laid back religion-free Pastafari-Metal-Punk-Hippie-OffRoad family and we like it just that way!
Meeting people from all around the world is something we really enjoy. Since we can't travel as much as we would like, we like inviting a tiny bit of the world into our house. :-)
Since 2016 we have hosted 35 guests from half as many countries. Some have stayed longterm (~ 1 year).
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Gartenarbeiten
Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie
Hausarbeiten
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
We are open and kind people who would appreciate you as a new friend in the house, not just as an anonymous worker.
If you like, join all our family activities!
You should be open minded & hearted, kind, reliable, motivated to work, able to organize yourself, also you should not be too prude and have a good sense of humor! We love to laugh and have fun!
Projekte mit Kindern
Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.
Arbeit
During normal help days, between 8 and 3, we are mostly in school or at work.
We need general help in everyday life. Most important, laundry and cleaning! But also: Gardening, lawn mowing, cooking, playing soccer or hide-and-seek with the boys ... just be a part of the herd.
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Your daily tasks:
- keep the kitchen clean and tidy
- spot clean where needed and tidy up a bit
- do laundry - wash, hang to dry, fold
Your weekly tasks:
- clean bathrooms and toilets
- wash floors
- help in the Garden
Sometimes:
- cook for all of us
You will need only 2-3 hours per day if you organize yourself well and work quickly. Double the time of you take things slowly.
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Gesprochene Sprachen
Deutsch: Fließend
Englisch: Fließend
Niederländisch: GrundkenntnisseDieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
We all speak English. Steff is learning Dutch. We can help you improve your German, and Steff can help with your English, too.
Unterkunft
You have your own small room with a comfy bed, desk and a balcony.
Free Wifi in the house, and Netflix on TV!
The bathroom is shared.
Was noch ...
Please bring some recipes from your home. :-)
Bus stop in front of house. Commute to Cologne ca 50 minutes. To Bonn ca 70 minutes.
We are in the middle of beautiful nature here. Behind our house there are fields and horses and woods. You can borrow a bike, but there are many hills. In the summer we can go together to a lake for swimming.
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28 Jan. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ying)
This is a wonderful human being: intelligent, kind, determined, brave, funny ... and much in love with HotPot and dumplings! Thanks for sharing some of your culture with us. And thanks for the interesting conversations! The kids really enjoyed the nerf fights with you, although not every creature in the house loved the commotion. Good luck for… read more
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26 Jan. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Ying) für Host
I had a wonderful time with the family! They were incredibly welcoming and friendly. there were always laughs in the house. The kids were adorable and full of energy:D They always welcomed having conversations and playing together but were also respectful when I needed alone time.
Steff and Michael are two of the kindest people I've met. They… read more
Steff and Michael are two of the kindest people I've met. They… read more
6 Okt. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Hippolyte) für Host
I had an amazing two months on Workaway with Steff, Michael, Théodore, and Eliott, and I can’t thank them enough for their exceptional hospitality. From the very beginning, they welcomed me with such kindness, which made my stay both enriching and unforgettable.
The time spent playing with the guys was a lot of fun, and those moments have turned… read more
The time spent playing with the guys was a lot of fun, and those moments have turned… read more
5 Okt. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hippolyte)
If Hippolyte should ever apply to do WorkAway with you: Congratulations, you have won the WorkAway lottery!
He is not only super smart and funny and kind and helpful and witty ... he is also a great help in the house.
The kids instantly loved spending time with him, and he enjoyed an occassional trip back into teenage-hood with them. We will… read more
He is not only super smart and funny and kind and helpful and witty ... he is also a great help in the house.
The kids instantly loved spending time with him, and he enjoyed an occassional trip back into teenage-hood with them. We will… read more
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9 Sept. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Emily) für Host
This stay was my first work away experience and I couldn’t have been happier with this family, they were so welcoming and made me feel at home right away.
I can’t say enough how amazing and beautiful this family is, the two boys Elliot and Theodore were so much fun and they are so well mannered and kind! And for Steffi and Mike they were just… read more
I can’t say enough how amazing and beautiful this family is, the two boys Elliot and Theodore were so much fun and they are so well mannered and kind! And for Steffi and Mike they were just… read more
7 Aug. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Emily)
Emily is a smart and interesting woman, who has a bright future ahead! The kids and the neighbours kid (haha) instantly loved her and enjoyed spending time with her. At first she was quite shy, but soon enough she felt easy to be around.
It was a pleasure meeting you, Em! 💜
It was a pleasure meeting you, Em! 💜
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28 Jan. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ying)
This is a wonderful human being: intelligent, kind, determined, brave, funny ... and much in love with HotPot and dumplings! Thanks for sharing some of your culture with us. And thanks for the interesting conversations! The kids really enjoyed the nerf fights with you, although not every creature in the house loved the commotion. Good luck for… read more
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26 Jan. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Ying) für Host
I had a wonderful time with the family! They were incredibly welcoming and friendly. there were always laughs in the house. The kids were adorable and full of energy:D They always welcomed having conversations and playing together but were also respectful when I needed alone time.
Steff and Michael are two of the kindest people I've met. They… read more
Steff and Michael are two of the kindest people I've met. They… read more
6 Okt. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Hippolyte) für Host
I had an amazing two months on Workaway with Steff, Michael, Théodore, and Eliott, and I can’t thank them enough for their exceptional hospitality. From the very beginning, they welcomed me with such kindness, which made my stay both enriching and unforgettable.
The time spent playing with the guys was a lot of fun, and those moments have turned… read more
The time spent playing with the guys was a lot of fun, and those moments have turned… read more
5 Okt. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hippolyte)
If Hippolyte should ever apply to do WorkAway with you: Congratulations, you have won the WorkAway lottery!
He is not only super smart and funny and kind and helpful and witty ... he is also a great help in the house.
The kids instantly loved spending time with him, and he enjoyed an occassional trip back into teenage-hood with them. We will… read more
He is not only super smart and funny and kind and helpful and witty ... he is also a great help in the house.
The kids instantly loved spending time with him, and he enjoyed an occassional trip back into teenage-hood with them. We will… read more
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9 Sept. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Emily) für Host
This stay was my first work away experience and I couldn’t have been happier with this family, they were so welcoming and made me feel at home right away.
I can’t say enough how amazing and beautiful this family is, the two boys Elliot and Theodore were so much fun and they are so well mannered and kind! And for Steffi and Mike they were just… read more
I can’t say enough how amazing and beautiful this family is, the two boys Elliot and Theodore were so much fun and they are so well mannered and kind! And for Steffi and Mike they were just… read more
7 Aug. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Emily)
Emily is a smart and interesting woman, who has a bright future ahead! The kids and the neighbours kid (haha) instantly loved her and enjoyed spending time with her. At first she was quite shy, but soon enough she felt easy to be around.
It was a pleasure meeting you, Em! 💜
It was a pleasure meeting you, Em! 💜
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18 Juni 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Claudia)
Claudia is a smart and reliable woman, who bravely travels the world and loves to have fun. The kids had a great time with her, and she integrated into our family like someone who came back home. Thank you for staying with us!
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20 Okt. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Dylan) für Host
My 2-month stay in the family was an amazing experience.
Their warm welcoming made me feel at home straight away.
Regarding work it was all fine. They explained clearly their expectations and how I could help. Once I got it, I had plenty of time to play with Theo and Eli, have a nice walk in the surrounding area and enjoy conversations with… read more
Their warm welcoming made me feel at home straight away.
Regarding work it was all fine. They explained clearly their expectations and how I could help. Once I got it, I had plenty of time to play with Theo and Eli, have a nice walk in the surrounding area and enjoy conversations with… read more
12 Okt. 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Dylan)
Ah Dylan. Who would have guessed what a great guy is hiding behind that profile picture! We tried to steal his passport to make him stay but he managed to talk us into letting him go. We protested though! Come back!
He stayed with us for two months but it felt like to weeks. He was instantly a natural member of the herd and not only the kids miss… read more
He stayed with us for two months but it felt like to weeks. He was instantly a natural member of the herd and not only the kids miss… read more
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31 Juli 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Chris)
Uh oh no it seems we forgot to leave a feedback! Sorry!
Ah it was a delight to have Chris with us!
If you get a chance to host him, you should take it. He is smart and supportive, kind and reliable. The boys loved him of course.
He stayed for a month but it felt like a week. Come back! :-)
Ah it was a delight to have Chris with us!
If you get a chance to host him, you should take it. He is smart and supportive, kind and reliable. The boys loved him of course.
He stayed for a month but it felt like a week. Come back! :-)
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7 Juni 2020
Vom Workawayer (Elsa ) für Host
I planned to stay 2 months, finally I stay 3 month with them. It was a difficult time due to start to corona crisis. I am very glad with them. Steffy helped me a lot giving me some pieces of advises with my curriculum to find a job here.
Hause stay in the middle of forest. So if you like biking and enjoy nature is a perfect experience.
The whole… read more
Hause stay in the middle of forest. So if you like biking and enjoy nature is a perfect experience.
The whole… read more
6 Juni 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Elsa )
Elsa war zwei Monate bei uns. Sie hat sich schnell zurechtgefunden, und war eine große Unterstützung bei den täglichen Aufgaben im Haushalt. Die Kinder kamen gut klar mit ihr und sie hat sich immer größte Mühe gegeben eine Unterstützung für uns zu sein.
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26 Okt. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ross)
Ah. Rossi. :-)
What a wonderful person. Smart, relaxed, intelligent, helpful ... does bake crazy cakes that look like a brick and give you a sugar shock. He is great with kids and cats. He was also a great help in our local shop. Definitely a superhero!
Thank you for staying with us, Ross! We miss you! Hope to meet again!
What a wonderful person. Smart, relaxed, intelligent, helpful ... does bake crazy cakes that look like a brick and give you a sugar shock. He is great with kids and cats. He was also a great help in our local shop. Definitely a superhero!
Thank you for staying with us, Ross! We miss you! Hope to meet again!
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4 Juli 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nono)
Thank you Nono for staying with us! <3
It was Nonos first time to do WorkAway, and we are happy that she chose to come to our house! It was a pleasure having her with us! The kids instantly loved her. It was great to learn a little bit about Japanese culture and habits! Communication was good, as Nono's English is well enough to have a proper… read more
It was Nonos first time to do WorkAway, and we are happy that she chose to come to our house! It was a pleasure having her with us! The kids instantly loved her. It was great to learn a little bit about Japanese culture and habits! Communication was good, as Nono's English is well enough to have a proper… read more
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23 Mai 2019
Vom Workawayer (Nicolas) für Host
It’s very hard to put into words the love and vibes this family has. They are very welcoming and personally I felt as another member of the family very quick. Nature is all over the place and waking up there it’s one of the best things. I had a great time with them and can’t believe it went that fast! I’m gonna miss those UNO games though and… read more
22 Mai 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nicolas)
Nicolas came into our house and won over all our hearts instantly. He came a stranger and left a friend! His kind warm way will be missed. He was a great help in the house, a great cook and an awesome person! Thanks a lot for being part of the family, for your great support with the kids and endless games of UNO.
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22 Mai 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Oscar)
Should you host Oscar, you wonder? Absolutely!
Oscar stayed with us for a whole month. The first days he was really quiet, but he integrated himself quickly into our household. The kids adored him instantly. He was extremely patient with the kids, he played a lot with them, and also cooked a lot with them, which is always a challenge (but yummy)!… read more
Oscar stayed with us for a whole month. The first days he was really quiet, but he integrated himself quickly into our household. The kids adored him instantly. He was extremely patient with the kids, he played a lot with them, and also cooked a lot with them, which is always a challenge (but yummy)!… read more
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18 Feb. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Hugo) für Host
Even though all the feedback sounds like a broken record, the entire family were amazing. Thanks to them, my german has shot up and I feel much more confident speaking it now. The work they requested never felt like work and they are human and understand when people need their own time etc. It was such an enjoyable atmosphere from day one and a… read more
17 Feb. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hugo)
Hugo is one of a kind! Even though he's so young, he sees where work is needed and jumps right in. He was an awesome help for us! The kids were in love with him instantly, and the adults enjoyed talking to him. He felt like a natural member of our herd in just a few days. :-)
Good luck to you! And we hope to see you again - maybe for a cuppa in… read more
Good luck to you! And we hope to see you again - maybe for a cuppa in… read more
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19 Jan. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (GabiDabidu)
Suuuuper Gabi stayed with us for 4 weeks in December! She pretends to be shy, which is why she doesn't have a proper photo online. In real life she is a reliable, pragmatic, helpful, smart and fun person. It was a pleasure to host her. She managed the house really well in no time and felt like a friend staying with us after a few days. She… read more
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19 Jan. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied)
Yohan stayed with us for 4 weeks in November. We can totally recommend to host him, you will not be disappointed! He is a friendly, relaxed guy. He was always busy in the house and was super helpful and no burden at all. He loves animals (especially elegant horses) and cooking. It was nice that he shared in our activities and liked to spend some… read more
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7 Dez. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied) für Host
The red house is a very good place to practice german. I had a lot of time to talk with Lona and Elioth (who are talking very good at just 5) or to read books for children in german.
The environnent is very relaxing. We can see behind the hills horses, donkeys, sheeps and sometimes falcons, rabbits and hinds.
It was a pleasur to play football and… read more
The environnent is very relaxing. We can see behind the hills horses, donkeys, sheeps and sometimes falcons, rabbits and hinds.
It was a pleasur to play football and… read more
3 Okt. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Rhysha & Alexander) für Host
The whole workaway experience was amazing and I learnt a lot. The kids were great fun to play with and were full of energy. They were also very good well mannered children. The family were also great, and really fair. I loved every minute of this workaway and I can 1000000% recommend! :D
27 Sept. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Rhysha & Alexander)
Alex stayed with us for a month this summer. He was very motivated to keep up with our mess and he coped well with all the chores. The kids loved playing with him outside! He is a friendly and reliable person, and we can totally recommend having him as a WorkAway! :-)
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28 Sept. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Yvonne) für Host
This lovely family welcomed me with open arms and made me feel at home right away. Steffi and Micha are such beautiful and funny people and I’m so happy that I got the chance to meet them. They are easy going and relaxed, clear in what they want and I had a lot of freedom in how to organize my workday and my free time.
Theodor and Eliott are… read more
Theodor and Eliott are… read more
27 Sept. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Yvonne)
If this shining human being should ever chose to WorkAway with you, congratulations! :-D
We were so happy to have her with us! She amazing, and not only the kids miss her. She is a reliable and hard worker, and despite her young age a centered and thoughtful and also really fun person.
Good luck with your travels! :-)
We were so happy to have her with us! She amazing, and not only the kids miss her. She is a reliable and hard worker, and despite her young age a centered and thoughtful and also really fun person.
Good luck with your travels! :-)
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7 Aug. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Chiara) für Host
What can I say? My first experience with workaway could not have been better. I could not have been more lucky!
In your house I really feel like at home, I feel like I am at friends' house and not at a simple host's one.
So, thank you from the bottom of my heart. <3
In your house I really feel like at home, I feel like I am at friends' house and not at a simple host's one.
So, thank you from the bottom of my heart. <3
5 Juli 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Chiara)
Chiara is a charming and friendly person, and we were really happy to have her with us - and to see hyder again soon! She is not only friendly and helpful and the kids loved her, but also smart. And she brought us an Italian cheese!! <3
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6 Juli 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Shu Hsien)
Lilian came to us as a caterpillar and left as a butterfly. She was so shy for the first days! But with time she opened up, settled in and became a member of our family.
Not only the kids missed her after she left! They really liked her fun spirit, as she played with them a lot. For us adults she was a perfect support and an interesting person to… read more
Not only the kids missed her after she left! They really liked her fun spirit, as she played with them a lot. For us adults she was a perfect support and an interesting person to… read more
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1 Juni 2018
Vom Workawayer (Shu Hsien) für Host
Dear Steffi, Micha, Theodor, Elliott, and Lona:
First I want to thank you for everything and all the happiness. I can’t believe that how fast the time passed. I really don’t want to leave here. Just like what I said, “This is not a workaway, this is a home”. Everyone is so nice and so friendly! Thank you all for welcoming me to your house. And… read more
First I want to thank you for everything and all the happiness. I can’t believe that how fast the time passed. I really don’t want to leave here. Just like what I said, “This is not a workaway, this is a home”. Everyone is so nice and so friendly! Thank you all for welcoming me to your house. And… read more
31 März 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ilayda & Emre)
Usually we don't take in couples, but we are happy that these two could convince us to host them! They only stayed for a few days last year November, but after the first night it felt like meeting friends again you hadn't seen in a while. They are easy guests, they helped us a lot with some extra chores during the busiest time of the year as we… read more
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31 März 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Patrik)
Patrick stayed with us for a few weeks last December. At first he was rather shy but after a few days he felt like a natural member of our herd. He is smart, kind, relaxed and helpful.
Eventually we had to give him a sock and set him free again ;-) ... but he will always be welcome to our house!
Eventually we had to give him a sock and set him free again ;-) ... but he will always be welcome to our house!
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11 Sept. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Marco)
Marco came as a stranger, and left as a family member and friend! Our boys had a great time playing with him. He integrated himself into our chaotic household in no time. Not only with everyday chores he helped where he could but also with the shop we run. Wherever support was needed, you could count him in. His kind and fun spirit is missed and… read more
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20 Apr. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Samantha)
Sammi is a wonderful person and we were really happy that she chose to stay with us for a few weeks! She was a big help and we also enjoyed her company a lot. :-)
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29 Dez. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied)
Adam is a very friendly and interesting person. It was great to have him with us. He taught us a little meditation and is a good cook. We can recommend him as a workawayer.
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23 Okt. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Eva) für Host
So sorry to not leave the reply earlier - we thought we did, but just saw it hasn't been published!
We really enjoyed our stay at Steffi&Mike's home. It's just the kind of workaway we like the most: our objectives were made clear, but we never felt pressured in any way. The whole family is super friendly, helpful and relaxed (except for the… read more
We really enjoyed our stay at Steffi&Mike's home. It's just the kind of workaway we like the most: our objectives were made clear, but we never felt pressured in any way. The whole family is super friendly, helpful and relaxed (except for the… read more
27 Sept. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Eva)
Eva and Franci are wonderful people: kind, helpful, funny, smart and all around beautiful. They did a lot more work for us than we expected, and we are really thankful for this. It was a pleasure having them with us and they will be always welcome to our home and into our family! <3
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