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Last replied
1 May 2025
Reply rate
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We are a married couple in our mid fifties and have a Casa Quinta 16km from the centre of San Rafael not far from Valle Grande which is a popular tourist attraction for camping, rafting, hiking etc.. Our property consists of the main house, guest house, salon with adjoining bedroom, swimming pool, fruit orchard and large gardens. We have 3 dogs and a cat. We also have an 8 year old boy. We are looking for people with general maintainance, cooking and gardening skills.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Projects involving children
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Help
We are looking for volunteers to work 5 hours a day 5 days a week and to help with the cooking of meals and chores around the house.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a one bedroom detached guesthouse and a double bedroom off the salon. The salon has cooking facilities as well.
What else ...
There is a regular bus service which can take you into San Rafael if you wish. We are also close to Valle Grande which is popular with tourists for mountain biking, river rafting and hiking. Some local Bodegas are within half hour walking distance. We have a good size swimming pool which you can use.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 134216834377
Feedback (10)
17 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Svenja & René) for host
We had a very good time at Kelly's and Adrian's place. There is so much space and also the accomodation is very spacious and tidy. It was a rare luxury to have a salon for us with a big kitchen and cupboards full of homemade chutney, waiting to be eaten. We could work very independently, in the beginning mostly in the garden and later we helped… read more
15 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mélody & Kévin)
Melody and Kevin by far exceeded our expectations happily working more hours than usual by workaways! We are incredibly grateful for the long hours they did to complete tasks for us. Melody was amazing helping me (Kelly) with my website and Kevin was brilliant helping Adrian with all the arduous tasks we had on our list to do! Without a shadow of… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mélody & Kévin) for host
Our stay at Adrian and Kelly's house was our first Workaway experience, and we couldn't have expected better one !
We enjoyed working in their wonderful property, in the quiet countryside, full of trees, plants ... We painted the facade, prepared the pool for repaint, and helped Kelly with her website.
We have been so warmly welcomed, having our… read more
We enjoyed working in their wonderful property, in the quiet countryside, full of trees, plants ... We painted the facade, prepared the pool for repaint, and helped Kelly with her website.
We have been so warmly welcomed, having our… read more
4 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Iwona & Adrian)
Iwona and Adrian were excellent Workaways. They were respectful, clean, tidy and hard working which counts for a lot when you have people welcomed into your home! They were only too willing to help us with whatever we needed doing and put their hand to anything we asked them to do working really well together. We were grateful they were also… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Iwona & Adrian) for host
We spent 2 weeks with Kelly, Adrian and Mario and their little zoo :) and we loved it.
The moment we arrived, we were welcomed to their beautiful family with lots of positivity, generosity and love...and how could we forget - Mario's detailed introduction to the area and the family - he'll become your little friend within minutes :)
Adrian and… read more
The moment we arrived, we were welcomed to their beautiful family with lots of positivity, generosity and love...and how could we forget - Mario's detailed introduction to the area and the family - he'll become your little friend within minutes :)
Adrian and… read more
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17 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Svenja & René) for host
We had a very good time at Kelly's and Adrian's place. There is so much space and also the accomodation is very spacious and tidy. It was a rare luxury to have a salon for us with a big kitchen and cupboards full of homemade chutney, waiting to be eaten. We could work very independently, in the beginning mostly in the garden and later we helped… read more
15 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mélody & Kévin)
Melody and Kevin by far exceeded our expectations happily working more hours than usual by workaways! We are incredibly grateful for the long hours they did to complete tasks for us. Melody was amazing helping me (Kelly) with my website and Kevin was brilliant helping Adrian with all the arduous tasks we had on our list to do! Without a shadow of… read more
(Excellent)
14 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mélody & Kévin) for host
Our stay at Adrian and Kelly's house was our first Workaway experience, and we couldn't have expected better one !
We enjoyed working in their wonderful property, in the quiet countryside, full of trees, plants ... We painted the facade, prepared the pool for repaint, and helped Kelly with her website.
We have been so warmly welcomed, having our… read more
We enjoyed working in their wonderful property, in the quiet countryside, full of trees, plants ... We painted the facade, prepared the pool for repaint, and helped Kelly with her website.
We have been so warmly welcomed, having our… read more
4 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Iwona & Adrian)
Iwona and Adrian were excellent Workaways. They were respectful, clean, tidy and hard working which counts for a lot when you have people welcomed into your home! They were only too willing to help us with whatever we needed doing and put their hand to anything we asked them to do working really well together. We were grateful they were also… read more
(Excellent)
1 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Iwona & Adrian) for host
We spent 2 weeks with Kelly, Adrian and Mario and their little zoo :) and we loved it.
The moment we arrived, we were welcomed to their beautiful family with lots of positivity, generosity and love...and how could we forget - Mario's detailed introduction to the area and the family - he'll become your little friend within minutes :)
Adrian and… read more
The moment we arrived, we were welcomed to their beautiful family with lots of positivity, generosity and love...and how could we forget - Mario's detailed introduction to the area and the family - he'll become your little friend within minutes :)
Adrian and… read more
9 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Anika) for host
Wow - spending 10 days with Kelly, Adrian and Mario back in October felt like living in a tranquil and happy bubble, which was exactly what I needed to recharge after 7 weeks of non-stop travelling. Kelly responded almost immediately when I got in touch in search for a last minute opportunity, because the riots in Chile meant I had to stay put in… read more
5 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nutchaya) for host
Kelly & Adrian & Mario and dogs and cat
It's almost 3 weeks since we left, I've never left feedback this late but this is just hard to describe all things we have been through.
On the first day, Kelly picked us from the bus terminal and drove to their lovely house not that far from the city center of San Rafael. We have our room separated from… read more
It's almost 3 weeks since we left, I've never left feedback this late but this is just hard to describe all things we have been through.
On the first day, Kelly picked us from the bus terminal and drove to their lovely house not that far from the city center of San Rafael. We have our room separated from… read more
7 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Pauline) for host
They already know what I think, but they deserve that I told them again and again how fantastic they are!! My first Workaway experience, and I couldn’t imagine a better one.
Sincerely, I have learnt so much with them such as appreciating simple moments, accepting myself, listening the nature, etc… I stayed more with Kelly, and I just enjoyed all… read more
Sincerely, I have learnt so much with them such as appreciating simple moments, accepting myself, listening the nature, etc… I stayed more with Kelly, and I just enjoyed all… read more
18 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Matthew)
Matt and Alice stayed with us for a few weeks and it was a real pleasure to have them! They are both very conscientious workers and worked over and above the hours to ensure the task was completed in time which we appreciated so very much!!!
We would highly recommend the! We enjoyed their company and they would always be welcome again with us!… read more
We would highly recommend the! We enjoyed their company and they would always be welcome again with us!… read more
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Matthew) for host
Adrian and Kelly,
What can we say except thank you to the moon and back! This was our first workaway experience and we truly lucked out. You both went out of your way to make us feel welcome, at home, and appreciated, offering us excellent company and excellent food! We love your little family, furry friends included, and we felt very fortunate… read more
What can we say except thank you to the moon and back! This was our first workaway experience and we truly lucked out. You both went out of your way to make us feel welcome, at home, and appreciated, offering us excellent company and excellent food! We love your little family, furry friends included, and we felt very fortunate… read more
8 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Luke & Harriet )
Luke & Harriet,
Thank you both so much for all your hard work! So glad you enjoyed all the projects we gave you and it was our pleasure seeing you enjoy all the food we provided!
You were both brilliant with our Animal Family - thank you for that! Archie in particular misses you - lol! Especially cuddles with Luke in the evenings! ;) … read more
Thank you both so much for all your hard work! So glad you enjoyed all the projects we gave you and it was our pleasure seeing you enjoy all the food we provided!
You were both brilliant with our Animal Family - thank you for that! Archie in particular misses you - lol! Especially cuddles with Luke in the evenings! ;) … read more
(Excellent)
7 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Luke & Harriet ) for host
Adrian & Kelly,
What can we say - thankyou so much!
We stayed with Adrian, Kelly and Mario for one month, and it was so lovely. Its a beautiful place to be. The accomodation was great, we had a cassita to ourselves with a lovely hot shower and gas heaters! We were spoilt rotten with the most beautiful food every day, and the projects we… read more
What can we say - thankyou so much!
We stayed with Adrian, Kelly and Mario for one month, and it was so lovely. Its a beautiful place to be. The accomodation was great, we had a cassita to ourselves with a lovely hot shower and gas heaters! We were spoilt rotten with the most beautiful food every day, and the projects we… read more
10 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Cassia & Felix )
Felix & Cassia,
Very welcome! Thank you for all your help and being amazing with Mario and our Animal family too! The week went by very quickly but, you accomplished a lot and we're very grateful to you both. You were a pleasure to have in our home and stay with us on our property.
You are more than welcome to come back again one day! … read more
Very welcome! Thank you for all your help and being amazing with Mario and our Animal family too! The week went by very quickly but, you accomplished a lot and we're very grateful to you both. You were a pleasure to have in our home and stay with us on our property.
You are more than welcome to come back again one day! … read more
(Excellent)
10 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Cassia & Felix ) for host
Adrian & Kelly,
Thank you so much for an amazing week! We had a wonderful time with you, Mario, and the dogs (and the cat!). We really enjoyed our time on your property.
The accommodation in the casita was very comfortable and way over our expectations. Your generosity was very much appreciated and the meals were amazing!
The work was very… read more
Thank you so much for an amazing week! We had a wonderful time with you, Mario, and the dogs (and the cat!). We really enjoyed our time on your property.
The accommodation in the casita was very comfortable and way over our expectations. Your generosity was very much appreciated and the meals were amazing!
The work was very… read more
10 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Muller & Bellon)
Thank you Chloe and Fabrice for such a lovely review! We thoroughly enjoyed having you both ( and miss you!) and so grateful for all your help. You were both very tidy and proficient with your work - really excellent. We enjoyed your company and laughed a lot with you. :) You are beautiful people and we wish you all the best with your… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Muller & Bellon) for host
Thanks a lot Kelly and Adrian,
We had a wonderfull stay here (one month), it’s a beautifull and a magical place!
Kelly and Adrian are a really nice couple, full of happiness, generosity and their puppies are so funny.
We've been welcomed in their guest house.
There’re always work to do in the property (inside and outside) but always in good… read more
We had a wonderfull stay here (one month), it’s a beautifull and a magical place!
Kelly and Adrian are a really nice couple, full of happiness, generosity and their puppies are so funny.
We've been welcomed in their guest house.
There’re always work to do in the property (inside and outside) but always in good… read more
