Come and volunteer in the countryside close to Barcelona, Spain

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23/05/2022
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2022

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We are a couple in our sixties . Our philosophy of life is focused on presence. The food we bring is vegetarian. We like good conversation and sharing experiences. We live in the countryside, 60 km from the city of Barcelona.

Somos una pareja en la juventud de la tercera edad. Nuestra filosofía de vida se centra en la presencia. Llevamos una alimentación es vegetariana. Nos gusta la buena conversación y compartir experiencias. Vivimos en el campo, a 60 km. de la ciudad de Barcelona.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We offer to share our knowledge in healthy couisine, Spanish, Catalan, knowledge on health, food, homeopathy, energy therapies.

Ofrecemos compartir nuestros conocimientos en cocina saludable español, catalán, conocimientos sobre salud, alimentación, homeopatía, terapias energéticas.
Help
We need help with simple construction works (for example a wall in the garden), gardening, cooking and housekeeping, tasks such as painting, carpentry and masonry.

El trabajo consiste en ayudar con trabajos de jardinería y mantenimiento de la casa, tareas como pintura, carpintería y albañilería. La persona voluntaria participará también en las tareas domésticas.
Languages spoken
Catalan: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
The volunteer will have a private room inside the house.

La persona voluntaria dispondrá de una habitación privada dentro de la casa.
What else ...
We are looking for an openminded person, willing to learn and help. A person who understands the benefits of ecology and care about environment. To be more clear someone who use water resposibly (shorter showers, when washing dishes by hand do not leave the water running for rinsing).
The house is located in a residential area 10 minutes drive from the town center where you can find a train station. 40 minutes by train to Barcelona.

Buscamos una persona abierta, con disposición a aprender y ganas de trabajar. una persona que entienda los beneficios de la ecologia y se preocupe por el medio ambiente, es decir, hacer un uso responsable del agua ( duchas cortas, cuando laves los platos a mano no dejar el grifo abierto , etc) La casa se encuentra en una urbanización a 10 minutos en coche del núcleo urbano. En el pueblo hay estación de tren. 40 minutos en tren a Barcelona.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
The neigbourhood is very quiet and there is quite space for it
Can possibly accept pets
just an small dog.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (15)

27/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob)

Our experience with Jacob has been very positive. He was welling to help us in everything we needed. He is very clean and a respecful person. He is a nice talkative person. We had interesting talks. I wish you all the best Jacob !!! 💕

(Excellent )

25/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host

My stay with Sally and Carlos in their beautiful home was wonderful.

I am not strictly vegetarian, but I loved the vegetarian breakfast and lunches they provided for me. Simple but hearty and delicious. They also went out of their way to get me some food I personally enjoyed (ham for bocadillos and bananas for breakfast).

The work varied from… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Larisa & Tatiana) for host

It was the first our experience as a workaway . We was so lucky our first hosts were Sally and Carlos (and certanly Dhana).They are open, hospitable , friendly persons. We stayed in their place for two weeks. We did housework.It was easy to do . Sally and Carlos always expained what and how to do every task and we always worked together.Our… read more

(Excellent )

27/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (RuiQi) for host

I have to say I am soooooo lucky to meet you guys Carlos, Sally and all your families and of course lovely Dhana. This workaway experience is more than excellent to me. You were always been so kind and generous, no matter sharing your love or your wisdom, I really learnt a lot from you.

I've never expected that I could find this kind of… read more

(Excellent )

22/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (RuiQi)

It was a huge pleadure to host and work with RuiQi these past 4 weeks. She is a great decorator so she helped us to decorating some of our bedtooms. RuiQi is an amazing ,intelligent , sensitive and hardworking girl. My memories are plenty of such beautiful moments...every time seeing her smiling my heart was opened. The days passed by too quickly… read more

(Excellent )

01/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (chiharu) for host

Hola! Carlos,Sally y Dhana!
They are lovely and enjoying their lives.We always worked while listening Spanish music !!! So I had a very happy time with them and I could feel Spain.Ahora somos amigos!Muchas muchas gracias!!!See you soon!

(Excellent )

30/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (chiharu)

Chiharu came at home for 1 week or so... We spent really good time together. She is easy going person willing to help any time. We enjoyed a lot the time together. Chiharu had become in my friend what more I can say???? I just love her!!!!!!!!! Thanks thanks thanks for being sooooooo wonderful person :heart:

(Excellent )

25/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Nathaniel) for host

Oh my goodness, where to start with these beautiful people! Carlos, Sally, and mi novia Dhana welcomed me into their home like I was part of the family. Going out of the way to make sure my stay with them was relaxing, the work was tough some days, but luckily Carlos and I got most of the big rocks taken care of :) I am looking forward to my… read more

(Excellent )

21/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Nathaniel)

We would just say more than excellent. Nathaniel is a very special person. He is a very relaxing guy. He has excellent good maners :) great listener. He has been willing to help us in everything we needed. He helped us a lot in the garden ... he is very strong :)))) !!!!! We felt like he was one of our child :)))) we wish you all the best in your… read more

(Excellent )

24/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Andy & Sylwia)

Andrew spent two weeks at home. He is a cheerful, charming guy, always was willing to help to others. We did (with his help ) a construction of a wall. He did a professional job. We shared happy moments with family and friends. Andrew is very good motivating people . He is amazing of getting the best out of yourself . Good Photographer and good… read more

(Excellent )

24/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Andy & Sylwia) for host

The WELCOME:
Carlos and Sally are two very special people. As soon as we met, I felt like part of the family. We immediately shared time with a group of their amazing friends, discussed many inspiring topics and feasted with a wonderful traditional Spanish meal. I was welcomed like a Prince!

THE HOUSE:
The accommodation is top notch. The house… read more

(Excellent )

24/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Wojtek & Marzena)

Marzena and Wojtek spent two weeks at home. They are a very calm and trusty couple. While Wojtek was helping in the construction of a wall Marzena was cooking. She is a great chef  She cooked for us delicious dishes and yummy cookies includes. Wojtek did a good job not just in the construction but also in the kitchen. Both are very tidy and… read more

(Excellent )

23/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Wojtek & Marzena) for host

Sally and Carlos are exceptional people. We spent two weeks with them and it was wonderful time. Their house is in a beautiful place, with big garden and places perfect for relaxing. We even had a room with sea view and private bathroom.

About the job: Work together with Carlos and Andrew (another workawayer) were building a wall in the garden.… read more

(Excellent )

20/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Nathaël)

Yes you could just spent few time but it was so nice to met you!! You're an angel! See you soon
Sally

(Excellent )

14/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Nathaël) for host

I only spent a few time at your place but you welcomed me with a big hug! You are generous and very kind.
You have a beautiful view and your home is located in a quiet and nice place. We made a big party and I met lots of friendly people.
Thanks for everthing, hope to see you soon.
Nathu.

(Excellent )

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