Help us with the kids and general house maintenance near Kinsale, Co Cork, Ireland

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18/01/2021
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2021

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Our preference is to welcome girls. We live 4km from Kinsale Co Cork in the beautiful countryside. We have a lovely big house with a big garden. We are married with 2 children Annie 9 Matthew 12. Myself and Brendan (my husband) work. We have a very relaxed, busy house, we love to cook and enjoy home cooking.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Improve English. Learn what's involved in running a home with young children. Learn to take some responsibility. Learn how to plan trips for themselves during time off. Travellers will live in a relaxed, friendly, homewith always lots of lovely food freely available!
Help
Help with the kids. Also a little help on weekends, occasionally, as Mary is self-employed and works weekends sometimes. Babysit every Friday 5-9pm. You will have plenty of free time to have fun and explore our beautiful country. You will have 2 days off a week. We will need you to stay with us for minimum 4 weeks, longer if possible. You will need to be flexible.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Nice big room, in the house, view of the garden
What else ...
Kinsale is a beautiful town, the oldest town in Ireland. We go to Kinsale most days so no problem taking you there when you need to go out for social life etc. We are 30 mins from Cork city. You can get the bus from Kinsale. There is plenty to do in Kinsale and surrounding areas and plenty of social life. If you would like to live in a homely environment and enjoy travelling and sightseeing,, and enjoy children you will be very happy living with our family.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
25 hours week

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15/01/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (maria virginia)

It was such a pleasure to host Virginia! The minute we met I felt like I knew her for a long time already! She is a beautiful person inside and out! She always knew what to do before I asked! Nothing was too much trouble, she couldn’t do enough for us and was always willing to do everything we asked and much more! She was wonderful with our… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2020

Left by Workawayer (maria virginia) for host

I met this incredible family at a difficult time in their lives and yet they were so warm and loving to me that I am infinitely grateful to have come across them in life.
Matthew is a wonderful child who loves legends, the history of war and the Star Wars saga. Annie is an energetic child who loves animals, music, dance and sports.
Mary is an… read more

(Excellent )

27/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna)

Johanna was a joy to host always happy and smiling. She did everything we asked and way more! Always helpful! She played endlessly with the kids and they both loved her. She loved to bake so we had yummy cookies and cakes regularly. She is a free spirit and loves traveling. She is a very confident girl for her age well able for any challenge.… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Johanna) for host

This was my first Workaway experience- and it was an amazing one! The minute I entered the house Mary made me feel very welcome and said that Annie was excited to meet me; and she was! Annie is an active child who will engage with you the minute she sees you. Matthew was really fun to talk with, about Star Wars or anything about battles and wars.… read more

(Excellent )

19/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Juliette) for host

The 5 weeks I spent in this incredible family was my first workaway experience and definitely not my last! Mary and brendan are so interesting, funny and loving persons and thanks to this qualities, they raised two amazing children. Since the first night I arrived, I felt part of this family and I felt I had two new adorable siblings! Annie and… read more

(Excellent )

12/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Justine) for host

We stayed 7 weeks in this lovely family. We were able to discover a big party of Ireland because we had all our free week ends.
We felt welcomed and at home from the first minutes.
Mary and Brendan are very interesting people and you will learn a lot from them.
Annie and Matthieu are different but very endearing.
The tasks requested are not… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie Rosanna )

It was a pleasure to host Lucie. She was easygoing and always willing to do everything we asked her to do with a smile! She was great with the kids and they really missed playing with her when she left. She was neat and tidy in her room and fitted in really easily with our family. Our daughter is 7 and it was like having a big sister for a month… read more

(Excellent )

13/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Lucie Rosanna ) for host

I had the most wonderful time with Mary, Brendan, Annie and Matthew! It was easy to get in touch and organize my stay there. I spent the whole December with them and had great holidays. From the moment they picked me up I felt welcome and as a member of the family. The food is excellent and if I had any questions I could always ask. The work was… read more

(Excellent )

28/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Julie & Paul) for host

I had a great time in this family! Mary and Brendan were always there for me, when I needed help. If I wanted to go into town, they dropped me off and picked me up. The dinner was always really good. For me it was the first time taking care of children and although it was sometimes not so easy, I had a lot of fun, for example baking with Annie… read more

(Excellent )

02/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Natascha ) for host

Hey everybody :)

I am Natascha and I spend 2 wonderful weeks with this family. I wrote Mary and it tooks less than one hour and I had an answer. I thought: "Oh great, the most spontaneous things will be the best." And I was right. :)

Thanks dear Mary, for the delicious recipes you gave me and for being there when I had a question. I will never… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Annaclaudia) for host

I stayed 7 weeks with this amazing family. I spend with them my birthday and a fantastic christmas that I'll never forget. Mary is patience, kinde, super in baking and cooking ! Brendan is funny and you can talk with him about everything. Annie is full of energy, she loves craft, paint, she is very creative ! Matt has a lot of fantasy and he is so… read more

(Excellent )

30/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Celine)

Celine was fantastic. ! She was willing to help in every possible way ....a real pleasure to host Celine in our home. She fitted in to our family quickly and easily. Brilliant with the kids. For me she was our "live in fairy" always knowing what to do!! Best wishes on the rest of your travels Celine. We miss you.
Mary and family

(Excellent )

30/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Celine) for host

I stayed with Mary and her wonderful family for 6 weeks. It was a great experience. Mary and Brendan are very kind and let you feel like a part of the family. Furthermore I had lots of fun by doing Arts and Craft with Annie (she loves it :)) and bake cookies for Christmas with her.
The help include light housework and childminding, it is fair… read more

(Excellent )

13/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host

I spent four weeks with this lovely family and I had a great time. Mary and Brendan are really nice and I had much fun with the kids. So the work was pretty good and I had a lot of time to get around Kinsale and Cork.
I really enjoyed staying at Mary's and I'm glad that my first workaway experience was so good.
Thank you for everything!

(Excellent )

08/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Miriam) for host

Staying with this family was an incredible experience! Mary and Brendan are one of the warmest persons I ave ever met! From the first day you are part of the family and you feel like home. The children are lovely and it's much fun to play with them. Every day the work is a bit different and with children you won't get bored.

Also, Kinsale is a… read more

(Excellent )

12/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)

Marie settled into life at our home very easily. She was flexible, friendly and willing to help with everything we needed. The kids loved her and still talk about her. We enjoyed having her live with us for 5 weeks her help was invaluable!! We wish her well for her future and every good wish in her life at university....
Mary and Brendan

(Excellent )

19/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host

I stayed for about 5 weeks with Mary and her family. I had a great time here the kids are lovely and grow so fast, even during the 5 weeks I was able to see the big changes they made. Mary helped me everytime I needed her help, thanks again for that!! Both, Mary and Brendan work quite a lot and Mary works unusual hours so help is really needed… read more

(Excellent )

17/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Alicia & Elena)

Alicia and her friend Elena planned to stay for 6 weeks. The first week they helped with the kids and housework and got on great with the kids. The second week Alicia developed a problem with her eye Elena developed a problem with her skin. We took them to the doctor every day that week except Thursday. On the Friday we took Alicia to the eye… read more

(Good )

14/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Alicia & Elena) for host

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17/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host

I stayed with them 2 great months. They are a very lovely and sweet family. I felt like home there and I felt that I was part of the family. Matt and Annie are incredible kids.
I had a great time there!

(Excellent )

04/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Patricia) for host

I will miss this Irish family. (: I stayed 4 weeks with them and I can be very happy about my time in Kinsale. I could practise my patience with the children, experience real family life and learn a lot of the small things in life. It was the first time that I had a rountine and a schedule what to do. I felt like home after the second day which… read more

(Excellent )

14/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Dorothea) for host

Mary, Brendan, Matthew and Annie are the most loveliest family to stay with! They really made me feel like a member of the family and they always made sure I was happy. Matthew and Annie are so cute! It was a joy to be with them and it didn't feel like work at all. I would definitely recommend to stay with this beautiful family. Another plus is… read more

(Excellent )

01/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Patrícia) for host

Um dos melhores e mais marcantes momentos do meu intercâmbio for sure!
Uma família cheia de energia, carismática e muuuito acolhedora! Brendan sempre com muitas histórias pra contar, atencioso e me ajudando com dicas nas aulas de inglês. Matthew é um menino super amoroso, muito inteligente e come arroz e feijão todo santo dia! Annie, apesar da… read more

(Excellent )

29/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (Naomi) for host

Mary is superwoman in disguise! She somehow manages to work, raise the cute little kids and be an awesomely welcoming and warm person to all guests in her home! Brendan is a wonderful cook and is passionate about all things football - not soccer - and loves old films. He picked me up from Cork airport to my surprise and gratefulness. The kids,… read more

(Excellent )

17/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (Fabianni) for host

I left Kinsale with two crying eyes! They are a really special family that will have their places in my heart forever! I can only be thankful that I have an Irish family now! Brendan is a very funny guy! Mary is a super woman who manages to do everything with a big smile! Matt is a very kind and clever boy and Annie is a loving girl who is crazy… read more

(Excellent )

07/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Momo) for host

Probably the most fun, funniest, intriguing, loving, caring, giving...all the great words in the world ..family i have ever met. Simply a great time, great talks, great laughs... you get the drift :) Love and miss you guys! <3 I can't thank you enough for the opportunity! - Momo.

(Excellent )

26/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host

Finally I managed to write this review... I stayed from October till December 2014 with this lovely family and I just want to say THANK YOU again! I felt so welcomed from the first day on and I think I learned one or two lessons for life in this time. Kinsale is a beautiful town and I really miss the seaside!!!
You won´t get bored, you won´t get… read more

(Excellent )

05/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host

I stayed a month with Mary and Brendan and their two children, Matthew and Annie. It was a wonderful experience. Mary and Brendan are really nice people and very warm and open. They made me feel right at home and a part of the family from the beginning. It was a very busy month, but not in a bad way. I experienced, learned and just saw a lot of… read more

(Excellent )

02/09/2013

Left by Workawayer (Fenja) for host

I could just sign Sophias feedback to the family!
They are fantastic and so lovely, i hope that I can come back as soon as possible for a visit.
The work with Mrs. Cronin is very good, she is grateful for everything. The family is easy-going and I was a part of the family after a few hours.
Another point is that the small town Kinsale is… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2013

Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host

I can`t even find the right words to describe my amazing time at Mary`s family. From the first second they treated me like a part of the family. Mary, Brendan, Annie, Matthew and Mrs. Cronin are such nice persons. The whole family has such a positive energy it`s amazing. I loved the work with Mrs.Cronin because she is also so friendly and never… read more

(Excellent )

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