Help with house sitting and computer/internet in San Isidro de Heredia, Costa Rica

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23/06/2021
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2021

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Hi, I'm Phil. We are located in the beautiful coffee region overlooking Costa Rica's central valley. We have a gorgeous 2 acre meditation garden made from part of our coffee plantation that features a river, 12 meditation benches, old growth manicured hedges, peat rock paths, flowers and fruit trees.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Art Projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travelers benefit from staying in an environment that is off the beaten path; therefore. they experience the real Costa Rica. Their host authored Costa Rica Now / Travel Live and Own in Paradise, and has almost 30 years experience living, building and working in Costa Rica, and can guide and advise them about their future Costa Rica travels and what it takes to adapt to the Costa Rican lifestyle the locals live. Guests have an opportunity to improve Spanish skills, and learn about coffee farming, coffee milling and coffee processing.
Help
This is a Spanish speaking country and someone whose first language is English for house sitting and help with computer/internet.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
Beautiful studio or guest house when unoccupied. When occupied, workawayers are provided a bed with a private bath in small guest quarters.
What else ...
We are located in the hills of San Isidro de Heredia, a region that produces some of Costa Rica's finest coffee. Our ranch has exquisite panoramic views of Irazu volcano, Turrialba volcano, Braulio Carrillo national park and the night time lights of San Jose. Close by things to do are La Paz Waterfall gardens, Zip lines, river rafting. There is good local hiking as well and the village of San isidro is only one mile away and has bus service and a variety of amenities. Taxis are quickly available and inexpensive. Uber is here and even cheaper.
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
5 hours daily and two days off.

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Feedback left by and about host (11)

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Accuracy of profile:
(5.0)

Cultural exchange:
(4.8)

Communication:
(5.0)

01/04/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Jeff & Sylvie)

Amazing. The best Workaway experience as a host yet. Diligent. Caring. I could go on and on, but you get the idea. To sum it up, you are lucky to have them. I’d give Jeff and Sylvie 10 stars if I could.

(Excellent )

29/03/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jeff & Sylvie) for host

We had such a beautiful and peaceful time on Phil’s coffee plantation. We fell head over heals in love with his dog Rodi who we cared for throughout our stay. Our stay was in fact more like a house and pet sit than a regular workaway. Phil’s staff made us feel as if we belonged to the place. The staff consists of a maid who comes in twice a week… read more

(Excellent )

21/02/2021

Left by Workawayer (Bianca) for host

Where to begin. Phil is a unique and amazing character, i didnt get the chance to actually meet him in person (yet) because of covid he has been back in the states. I co-hosted his ranch bnb with tons of help from him even being so far away. He is a great communicator and will never leave you hanging. He is kind and wonderful. Work is very laid… read more

(Excellent )

30/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Alan & Samantha ) for host

Phil was a great host full of incredible knowledge about life. He gave us a Kung Fu lesson and it was the most amazing lesson because i found a love for martial arts. He was very kind and showed us his coffee plantation from which he makes his own amazing coffee.

The property is stunning, the first day we had to literally stop and sit to watch… read more

(Excellent )

08/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Colette)

Colette was truly zef (cool in South African lingo). Great yin energy and very conscientious. Good vibe and nice considerate person. Welcomed back any time. Pura Vida! Pura Zef!

(Excellent )

08/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Colette) for host

This was such a wonderful 3 weeks spent on the coffee ranch, helping Phil with artwork and ideas relating to his books and website.
Working in such a lovely environment, being able to go for walks in nature, taste fruits off the trees, meditate and do yoga in the garden, watch the birds gliding overhead, witness incredible sunsets from the deck… read more

(Excellent )

28/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jordan & Ali)

Great souls. Appreciative, caring, just all around nice people. They are now my new friends! How great is it that you can meet new friends from places you would never think to travel to. Thanks workaway! Thank you Ali and Jordan for a wonderful experience hosting you two. Pura Vida!

(Excellent )

28/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jordan & Ali) for host

PHIL! Thank you so much for everything- the hospitality, the interesting conversations, and most importantly, the friendship. We miss you and we can't wait to see your project take off. Give the dogs a hug for us!

(Excellent )

28/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (John)

John was a great workawayer - always eager to help he brought yoga, good vibes and companionship to our home. He's welcomed back any time. Where ever you are along your journey John remember you have friend in Costa Rica!

(Excellent )

14/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (John) for host

I had an amazing time here. Phil is an incredible nice and interesting host.
I stayed for more or less 2,5 weeks, building the website , teaching some yoga, giving some massages and doing some cooking.
Conversations were always interesting, I stayed in a beautiful little villa and had the option to go every day into the meditation garden to… read more

(Excellent )

26/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sanne)

Sanne was a fantastic help - she was positive and always happy. Her competence made me feel secure in my absence and my daughter thought she was great. It was a pleasure having her here. Where ever you are Sanne - Pura Vida from Costa Rica - Helena, Dani and Kalina say Hello. Oh and Daniella says "Muchacho, muchcho, donode esta la creme de coco?"… read more

(Excellent )

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