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. What I offered at the moment is a simple living in the mountain, with a super community around to immerse yourself in. it is a few minutes from the river.
It is for one or two volunteers only. you will be provided with a private room and private bathroom. It would be about 16 hours a week.
looking forward to meet you!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Sustainability
Self development
Nature
Mountain
Plant care
Books
Writing
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I daily practice the Course in Miracle and im always happy to share and join in heart felt conversation. .
This opportunity will enable you to learn many new, important skills. You are guaranteed to connect to nature, to yourself, and to others in this experience.
Help
-Artist
-Therapists
-Gardener
-Painter/carpenter
-A person with knowledge of construction,
-Tropical gardener
massages/physiotherapist etc..
accupuncture
General/daily tasks would be:
-Maintain the property
-Lite gardening tasks
-Clean the house
-Fruit Picking
-Watering plants
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
You can buy food in the local fresh, every Wednesday at the farmers market I encourage healthy diet while you stay here. Some volunteers comes here for that purpose healthy eating, drug free and alcohol free. so to respect the value of the sanctuary and the ones who come for it, it is important that we support each other toward new healthy habits.
What else ...
Nearby there is Chirripo National Park where you can have a day hike and either sleep up there. It is 7 hours to go up and 5 to come down...
Around the property, there is yoga, dance, tai chi, music, Ecstatic dance, Spanish classes, butterfly dome to visit, and many other events.
The area has a great spiritual community.
San Isidro which is the nearest city is about 30 minutes by bus. There are many buses a day to go to town.
Farmers market 5 minutes walk every Wednesday and there is a big one in San Isidro every Thursday
Chocolate homemade, and Cheese farm nearby
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
puravida
Host ref number: 176454772183
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6 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
My experience was amazing. Waking up to the sun and the sound of birds, slowing down and living in the moment, connecting with the other volunteers. And also the work was fun and diverse. Even though we were not working on the main project (the earth bag house) we always had some thing to do in the garden. It was also very interesting, or almost… read more
6 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Karl & Melissa)
Ce fut une tres agreable experience. KARL et Melissa sont tres devoue a ce qu ils entreprennent. Ils ont un esprit entrepreneur et les deux font une bonne paire. Melissa aime la precisión et l esthetic. a la fois. Et Karl dans sa pratique quotidienne de gentillesse, ... est un bon mix. Ils sont de bon traivailleurs, present,… read more
(Excellent
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6 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Karl & Melissa) for host
Nous avons passer 3 semaines dans la jungle magique et luxuriante de Shahira.
Ce lieux est indescriptible tellement il est merveilleux, mystérieux et curieux. Ces fleurs, ses arbres, ses animaux et sa rivière sont somptueux.
Shahira est une personne très ouverte d'esprit et ouverte à la discutions peu importe le sujet. Il est très intéressant de… read more
Ce lieux est indescriptible tellement il est merveilleux, mystérieux et curieux. Ces fleurs, ses arbres, ses animaux et sa rivière sont somptueux.
Shahira est une personne très ouverte d'esprit et ouverte à la discutions peu importe le sujet. Il est très intéressant de… read more
15 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Pere)
Excelente, magnifico, superbe🌸
intuitively I accepted Pere to come for only a week as i needed so much somebody to cut the grass and he yes i can do that. He did a fantastic job he did more then what i expected and well done.
it was a pleasure to be around his meditative and appreciative nature. you are always welcome here you have a homehere!… read more
intuitively I accepted Pere to come for only a week as i needed so much somebody to cut the grass and he yes i can do that. He did a fantastic job he did more then what i expected and well done.
it was a pleasure to be around his meditative and appreciative nature. you are always welcome here you have a homehere!… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Pere) for host
Estar en el santuario Soul fue una experiencia increíble 😊 Shahira se preocupo en todo momento por mi y que no me faltara de nada.
Recomiendo este lugar si quieres conectar con la naturaleza y contigo mismo.
Pura vida ♥️
Recomiendo este lugar si quieres conectar con la naturaleza y contigo mismo.
Pura vida ♥️
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6 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
My experience was amazing. Waking up to the sun and the sound of birds, slowing down and living in the moment, connecting with the other volunteers. And also the work was fun and diverse. Even though we were not working on the main project (the earth bag house) we always had some thing to do in the garden. It was also very interesting, or almost… read more
6 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Karl & Melissa)
Ce fut une tres agreable experience. KARL et Melissa sont tres devoue a ce qu ils entreprennent. Ils ont un esprit entrepreneur et les deux font une bonne paire. Melissa aime la precisión et l esthetic. a la fois. Et Karl dans sa pratique quotidienne de gentillesse, ... est un bon mix. Ils sont de bon traivailleurs, present,… read more
(Excellent)
6 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Karl & Melissa) for host
Nous avons passer 3 semaines dans la jungle magique et luxuriante de Shahira.
Ce lieux est indescriptible tellement il est merveilleux, mystérieux et curieux. Ces fleurs, ses arbres, ses animaux et sa rivière sont somptueux.
Shahira est une personne très ouverte d'esprit et ouverte à la discutions peu importe le sujet. Il est très intéressant de… read more
Ce lieux est indescriptible tellement il est merveilleux, mystérieux et curieux. Ces fleurs, ses arbres, ses animaux et sa rivière sont somptueux.
Shahira est une personne très ouverte d'esprit et ouverte à la discutions peu importe le sujet. Il est très intéressant de… read more
15 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Pere)
Excelente, magnifico, superbe🌸
intuitively I accepted Pere to come for only a week as i needed so much somebody to cut the grass and he yes i can do that. He did a fantastic job he did more then what i expected and well done.
it was a pleasure to be around his meditative and appreciative nature. you are always welcome here you have a homehere!… read more
intuitively I accepted Pere to come for only a week as i needed so much somebody to cut the grass and he yes i can do that. He did a fantastic job he did more then what i expected and well done.
it was a pleasure to be around his meditative and appreciative nature. you are always welcome here you have a homehere!… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Pere) for host
Estar en el santuario Soul fue una experiencia increíble 😊 Shahira se preocupo en todo momento por mi y que no me faltara de nada.
Recomiendo este lugar si quieres conectar con la naturaleza y contigo mismo.
Pura vida ♥️
Recomiendo este lugar si quieres conectar con la naturaleza y contigo mismo.
Pura vida ♥️
1 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jill)
Beautiful experience Jill has a valuable experience in computer, website building, photography, we have been a good team work. i recommend Jill for her genuine, kind, open minded. she gives her best in whatever she does, and pay attention to details. We had good conversations that helps to understand better each other and ourselves as well.. you… read more
(Excellent)
31 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jill) for host
My workaway experience with Shahira was beautiful, challenging and enriching. In this magical place I got to dive in a world that was new to me and I learned so much about myself. The off-grid experience was tougher for me than I tought but I got to face my fears, so I am beyond grateful because this allowed me to grow! Shahira is a good… read more
9 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Vit & Barbora)
Beautiful and profound experience. Vitec is a doer give him a machete,a saw a pic he will use it. He did help with cutting branches and trees around the volunteers platform. He also made trenches on the path to redirect the rain water etc.. and more efficiency is the word to describe his work. Inquisitive and looking for a deeper meaning of… read more
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Victor & Anne) for host
Hola Shahira!
We loved our stay at the Sanctuary. You have a beautiful place in the Chirripó mountain region and you have a beautiful and ambitious project going on. Not only the earth bag house but also the retreat you are working on is very inspiring.
It was a big learning experience for both of us. We are very grateful that you gave us the… read more
We loved our stay at the Sanctuary. You have a beautiful place in the Chirripó mountain region and you have a beautiful and ambitious project going on. Not only the earth bag house but also the retreat you are working on is very inspiring.
It was a big learning experience for both of us. We are very grateful that you gave us the… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Victor & Anne)
It was a short 2 weeks very effective, enthousiastics, eager to put in practice their knowledges.
Anne student in architecture is was excellent in making the floor plan, the whole architecture plan with measurements etc to build the roof.... Im very happy i now have more vision, understanding in how to install the roof on an eco earthbag… read more
Anne student in architecture is was excellent in making the floor plan, the whole architecture plan with measurements etc to build the roof.... Im very happy i now have more vision, understanding in how to install the roof on an eco earthbag… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Levin)
I love Levin and his meditative, calm presence, that he bring in all what he does. He works on and with integrity and has a high standard ethic in his work. A handyman can do and think through everything that needs to be done. He can work independently as well as with the group. He did help with repairing the balcony, carpentry, earthbag house...… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Levin) for host
Wow, this place was very healthy for me. I had nice conversations with the Host and I have now a friend more in my life.
The work life balance is awesome. The closeness to the nature is fantastic.
I think it is important that you are reading the discription and feel it that you like this kind of living. You can have a very good live here. In the… read more
The work life balance is awesome. The closeness to the nature is fantastic.
I think it is important that you are reading the discription and feel it that you like this kind of living. You can have a very good live here. In the… read more
25 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Isaure)
Bonjour Isaure. Voila quelques mois deja... Je tenais a te remercier et a recommender tes qualitees de travail autonome, ethical work, ta bonne humeur, fast learning and dedicated...
ISAURE a aider avec la eco construction EARTHBAG house, labour intensive qui demande patience et precision. Tu es toujours la bienvenue donc a bientot Isaure
ISAURE a aider avec la eco construction EARTHBAG house, labour intensive qui demande patience et precision. Tu es toujours la bienvenue donc a bientot Isaure
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Justin & Michaela)
I had a very good experience with Justin. Rich in beautiful exchanges on core values and how he was working moment by moment to integrate them. His working on integrity and patience through the earthbag, relationship with himself and others was remarkable. I appreciated his work ethic, his critical thinking and how he was consistant in creating… read more
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Justin & Michaela) for host
This was exactly what I was looking for, to slow down, get away from distractions and to build solid habits like yoga and meditation. I was also looking to do a fruit detox which I did for 2 weeks and the fruit is amazing! Shahira and soul sanctionary are very warm welcoming and kind. I also learnt how to build constrcuct using earth bags and… read more
16 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Myrte)
I enjoy the soft personality of Myrte. She fit perfectly with the rest of the group. I recommend myrte to be part of your project she is easy going, always smiling and respectful.
(Excellent)
15 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Myrte) for host
I had a very nice experience at Shahira’s place. I was last minute accepted in the end of march this year. The simple, slowed down nature living was definitely something I needed to get used to, but it was so worth it. It was a different way of living than I have ever done like showering in the river and using a compost toilet.
Its very nice… read more
Its very nice… read more
20 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Linus & Klara) for host
We had a nice experience at shahiras place for one month. Staying in the rainforest in the mountains is totally beautiful for exploring the nature of costa rica! But it also means a lot of rain, humidity and wet cloths.
For us it was also the perfect oppurtunity to calm down, think about ourselfes and our lifes. Furthermore we enjoyed to change… read more
For us it was also the perfect oppurtunity to calm down, think about ourselfes and our lifes. Furthermore we enjoyed to change… read more
15 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Linus & Klara)
Lenus and klara are gentil and committed. It was a wondedful month that was shared with other volunteers. Lenus has skill in carpentery and klara in, welding although she didn't have the chance to share her passion she was really helpful with many other task in the garden and the earthbag construction They are easy to be around and are open to… read more
(Excellent)
31 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathieu & Louise)
Louise et Mathieu sont un charmant couple tres investi, engage.,ponctuel, intentionel autonome. Et travaille bien dans tout ce qu ils entreprennes. Ils sont agreable de nature, reconnaissance et curieux. Ah oui ils font leur vaisselles apres les repas... Et tiennent l endroit propre. J ai bien aime nos exchanges et la bonne communication. Merci… read more
(Excellent)
30 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mathieu & Louise) for host
We had a superb nature stay in the very beautiful property of Shahira. Very different from classic workaways, this experience offered us the possibility of living in communion with nature in an idyllic setting and above all of adopting a simple and conscientious way of life. We participated in an ambitious eco-construction project, and were very… read more
13 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Morgana)
Morgana bring an element of peace to a group. Always on time, punctual, smiling and ready... The first one on the yoga platform for her time of sitting meditation/yoga setting the energy for the day. She is one of the reason that confirm how important it is to take time to choose carefully and match the volunteers that are coming. Because it's… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Morgana) for host
I had a really great time at this workaway. This a great place to get in touch and learn more about your spirituality, meet incredible people, disconnect from social media/our phones, eat healthy and practice yoga and meditation, and of course get your hands a little dirty! Shahira does a great job of selecting volunteers and bringing a… read more
13 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanne)
Jeanne fut une belle addition a un groupe de 10 volontaires participant a la construction d un earthbag house.
Toujours presente et d humeur egale. J ai bien aime son partage de sa propre experience dans ce meme genre de construction. Merci infiniment for the beautiful help and energy that you brought
Toujours presente et d humeur egale. J ai bien aime son partage de sa propre experience dans ce meme genre de construction. Merci infiniment for the beautiful help and energy that you brought
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne) for host
My experience at the sanctuary was amazing. I had a really great time with great people, good vibes and an incredible environment.
I started my 6 month's travel at this place and that was the best way to started it.
If you search a place to disconnect with everything that you know from our occidental life, this place is for you. No wifi, no… read more
I started my 6 month's travel at this place and that was the best way to started it.
If you search a place to disconnect with everything that you know from our occidental life, this place is for you. No wifi, no… read more
11 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre)
Bonjour Pierre,
Pierre est polyvalent handy man. He likes to take initiative and to do different work. He can take directive as he worked with others. So he is good in working alone as well as with a team. He did learn and did very good at the filling, leveling the bags etc. He did cut branches of a tree that fell. Cut the grass and did some… read more
Pierre est polyvalent handy man. He likes to take initiative and to do different work. He can take directive as he worked with others. So he is good in working alone as well as with a team. He did learn and did very good at the filling, leveling the bags etc. He did cut branches of a tree that fell. Cut the grass and did some… read more
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
We had a really good time, we really enjoy staying close to nature and the beautiful waterfall. The job was not always simple but it was very interesting to learn how to build an earthbag house. Shahira is a very nice person who is trying to do her best to manage the work with every volunteers and it is a real job ahah ( we were 10 volunteers !… read more
18 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Harry)
Productive experience with Harry.
A handyman for sure with good critical thinking. I dependant able to work alone and with others. He build from scratch a pantry for the outside kitchen. And was eager to learn the earthbag house building. Good working ethic... Easy going.. 💖.
A handyman for sure with good critical thinking. I dependant able to work alone and with others. He build from scratch a pantry for the outside kitchen. And was eager to learn the earthbag house building. Good working ethic... Easy going.. 💖.
(Excellent)
18 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Harry) for host
I spent a week at the farm and wish that I had stayed much longer. The accommodation here is currently very basic but never the less it's a very beautiful and calming place to be and a nice break from the hustle and bustle of urban life. the waterfall is incredible and the sounds of the stream right next to the accommodation area is also very… read more
15 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jaleh)
It was a pleasurable and stimulating experience. Jaleh is a happy easy going person. She brought not only her experience in permaculture but her passion to it.... She did fill a bed with beautiful soil and fresh compost from the farm... Watering... Weeding mulching.. Etc fulfilling experience
You are always welcome here❤️
You are always welcome here❤️
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jaleh) for host
The sanctuary is true to it's name. It is a beautiful, magic place, with a lot of healing energy.
Shahira is super nice, full of ideas, and grateful for yours. Working with her was a pleasure and very rewarding.
We worked for 4 hours in the morning and afterwards we took a bath in the river, privat waterfall included. The water is amazing.
I will… read more
Shahira is super nice, full of ideas, and grateful for yours. Working with her was a pleasure and very rewarding.
We worked for 4 hours in the morning and afterwards we took a bath in the river, privat waterfall included. The water is amazing.
I will… read more
2 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Agathe)
It was very nice to meet Agathe and to share times with her. Easy going, kind personality, entrepreneur, hard worker and mature. She did cutting vines, digging, cutting branches, weeding, gardening. I highly recommend Agathe and don't forget Ines her childhood friend they are a good team together.
J espere bien vous revoir again!
J espere bien vous revoir again!
(Excellent)
27 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Agathe) for host
Shahira est une personne incroyable ! Très à l'écoute et avec qui nous avons pu beaucoup discuter, de très belles discussions !
Avec ce workaway vous pouvez apprendre plein de chose à propos de la nature ou même encore de construction!
Le lieux est juste splendide ! Dormir sur une plateforme en pleine nature fut une belle expérience, pas… read more
Avec ce workaway vous pouvez apprendre plein de chose à propos de la nature ou même encore de construction!
Le lieux est juste splendide ! Dormir sur une plateforme en pleine nature fut une belle expérience, pas… read more
28 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ines)
Ines was easy going and eager to learn and work. Entrepreneur and really good in whatever she was doing. She was good with the saw and we accomplished alot. She cuts branches that demanded stamina and strenght. Good in the garden and a good weeder... I highly recommend Ines and even more with her childhood friend Agathe they form a good… read more
(Excellent)
27 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ines) for host
Shahira is an amazing person! She welcomed us in her paradise!
We had a good time together and she told us a lot about the garden :)
I am very happy to meet her and I recommend 100% to go to this place if you want a jungle experience :)))
We just had a little problem with the mosquitos but the reason is maybe that we just arrived in Costa… read more
We had a good time together and she told us a lot about the garden :)
I am very happy to meet her and I recommend 100% to go to this place if you want a jungle experience :)))
We just had a little problem with the mosquitos but the reason is maybe that we just arrived in Costa… read more
8 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Adrian)
45 days with Adrian,..... a rich learning experience in all the ways..... syncronicity! Destiny, ...
Adrian is a man of Action,who likes to plans and execute what he has in mind. He came with one idea, which is to build one sustainable project in mind... to build his first earthbag house where we finally made the space in nature to realize the… read more
Adrian is a man of Action,who likes to plans and execute what he has in mind. He came with one idea, which is to build one sustainable project in mind... to build his first earthbag house where we finally made the space in nature to realize the… read more
(Very good)
28 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Amélie & Leanne) for host
We spent 3 months at this amazing sanctuary. Shahira is a wonderful host. We did a varieties of things. Everyday was different. From gardening to painting, to making stone path and more. We had an amazing time there. We will be back for sure. It was easy to follow our lifestyle in this environment. The fruit market in San Isidro is perfect.… read more
26 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Amélie & Leanne)
Amelie and Leanne are soul sisters for everyone. A match made in heaven. They are polyvalent and everything they do they are mindful, kind and present. Being PRESENT and mindful allowed them to do/be /do anything effortlessly. They can do mens works again effortlessly very good to have around to remind us that being is more then doing. Everyday… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Saorla) for host
Thank you Shahira for such a wonderful stay with you at the Sanctuary! So heart-warming and nourishing... I loved working with you helping out with promotion and websites, really meaningful work promoting your beautiful haven for detox, aswell as some lovely gardening! Such a blessing to spend time in this beautiful paradise, enjoying the river… read more
5 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Saorla)
Beautiful synchronicity BEAUTIFUL month ! ! Health / spiritually oriented we had a healthy balance time...between mind/ body and spirit.seorla was of a great help with the marketing/ words.... Very efficient... At the same time that it was directly related to health/ detox ..and we did everyday a beautiful exchange on HO OPONPPONO..
Thank you… read more
Thank you… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Keith & Anna) for host
We wished for a warm, sunny getaway to get our hands in the soil and escape Ontario’s cold winter January weather. We found more than we imagined at Shahira’s Magical place in Chimirol de Rivas, Costa Rica. The Off Grid Paradise surrounded us with waterfalls, lush trees, tropical birds, tons of butterflies and the most beautiful fragrance coming… read more
21 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Keith & Anna)
Oups i just lost the feedback i just wrote........
So Not sure i can rewrite All the positive experriences that i share with Keith and Anna.
It was a resourceful and rejuvenating time.....the kind of volunteers that You wish to have All the time around.... because of the work ethic, genuine honnest personality, open minded, cooperativeness,… read more
So Not sure i can rewrite All the positive experriences that i share with Keith and Anna.
It was a resourceful and rejuvenating time.....the kind of volunteers that You wish to have All the time around.... because of the work ethic, genuine honnest personality, open minded, cooperativeness,… read more
(Excellent)
7 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lavonia) for host
3 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lavonia)
(Neutral)
3 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Thank Sarah for your personal feedback ..
Sarah is a delightful curious and outspoken spirit. We first had a good one to one relationship and we had heart to heart conversation s....
You will always know what she is thinking. She is active and was respectful of the sanctuary values and wanted me to walk my talk in regard of the other volunteer… read more
Sarah is a delightful curious and outspoken spirit. We first had a good one to one relationship and we had heart to heart conversation s....
You will always know what she is thinking. She is active and was respectful of the sanctuary values and wanted me to walk my talk in regard of the other volunteer… read more
(Very good)
15 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was amazing! Shahira is a wonderful person, a very intelligent and well eduacated person (especially in some topics that Volunteer Elizabeth already listed) and also very life-experienced and mature but still a child in her heart. I loved spending time at her property, which is huge and contains next to… read more
7 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Austin)
Puravida Austin,
In more ways then one i have also learned through Austin s presence and honesty about his life experiences. We had the first week or two being on a one to one relationship. So i had a chance to know Austin a little better and a little more deeply before another volunteer joined us. I can say that he has a good grasp of how to… read more
In more ways then one i have also learned through Austin s presence and honesty about his life experiences. We had the first week or two being on a one to one relationship. So i had a chance to know Austin a little better and a little more deeply before another volunteer joined us. I can say that he has a good grasp of how to… read more
(Excellent)
29 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Austin) for host
I spent a month with Shahira this past summer and I don't know where to begin! She helped me in more ways than I thought possible with the limited time we had. She helped me gain insight on myself and work ethic as well as my attitude towards life. The work was challenging but very tangible and worth it. I am so glad I was able to experience my… read more
28 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisabeth & Lorenzo)
Bonjour Elizabeth,
Such a great feedback Elizabeth... how to match it... for such a great/perfect volunteer to host like you
It was a pure delice to have Elizabeth. She is 18 turning 118 as there is no way she can be so mature and with such wisdom at 18. She has a pleasant personality. sShe try to live daily by her highest values, INTEGRITY… read more
Such a great feedback Elizabeth... how to match it... for such a great/perfect volunteer to host like you
It was a pure delice to have Elizabeth. She is 18 turning 118 as there is no way she can be so mature and with such wisdom at 18. She has a pleasant personality. sShe try to live daily by her highest values, INTEGRITY… read more
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Elisabeth & Lorenzo) for host
This was my first workaway experience and also one of the best experiences of my life, by far! I'm genuinely so grateful to have met Shahira and to have worked with her.
Shahira is a bright soul, hospitable, open, kind and a font of knowledge on so many topics: core values, food, tantra, meditation, radical forgiveness, natural life and healthy… read more
Shahira is a bright soul, hospitable, open, kind and a font of knowledge on so many topics: core values, food, tantra, meditation, radical forgiveness, natural life and healthy… read more
15 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
Sorry Paul for the delay, i wanted to leave the best feedback for you but more i m waiting more i have the writer block...so here it is
I enjoyed my 11 days with Paul. It was a rejuvenerating /fruitful, peaceful, smooth and balanced time for me to have him.
Paul is a very discipline and consciencious person who likes to finish what he is… read more
I enjoyed my 11 days with Paul. It was a rejuvenerating /fruitful, peaceful, smooth and balanced time for me to have him.
Paul is a very discipline and consciencious person who likes to finish what he is… read more
(Very good)
6 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host
I spent 11 days with Shahira and have come away feeling like a new man with a new love for a processed food free diet and lifestyle. Shahiras’ plot is a little wonder land and if the idea of having your morning shower in your own private waterfall appeals to you than I would say this is the place for you. Individuals who truly buy into the… read more
7 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Brigetta)
Brigetta is an inspirational enthousiastic creative and talented artist. She created a piece of art on my wooden gate...WOW It is very colourful, uplifting/INSPIRING and inviting. She is as much creative in the kitchen creating and trying new combination of taste... it was delicious. She is mindful/respectful/social/good nature.
She is… read more
She is… read more
(Excellent)
15 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Christopher) for host
Shahira was an exemplary host. She was so hospitable and always wanted to make sure I was happy and getting everything I wanted out of the experience. We made delicious food for every meal and I loved it!
Her spirit is warm and inviting and understanding. I learned a tremendous amount from her and really look forward to coming back and working on… read more
Her spirit is warm and inviting and understanding. I learned a tremendous amount from her and really look forward to coming back and working on… read more
15 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Christopher)
Hello Chris,
Thank you for your help, for your genuine presence and to have your two hands on the rocky land. Chris is valiant and committed to his work and do it with passion. He left the place more beautiful and if you give him clear and direct direction he will do wonders. He is a very compassionate, tender and caring soul. He always want to… read more
Thank you for your help, for your genuine presence and to have your two hands on the rocky land. Chris is valiant and committed to his work and do it with passion. He left the place more beautiful and if you give him clear and direct direction he will do wonders. He is a very compassionate, tender and caring soul. He always want to… read more
(Very good)
15 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Hélène)
bonjour Helene,
Helene est tres dynamic et a de l initiative. Ce fut emotionally intense as one of my dog got hit by a car et l on a du ce rendre chez la veterinaire a 2 heures du matin pour l endormir. Helene est tres chaleureuse et humaine et cherche le sens profond de la Nature humaine. Elle aime bien jouer avec les mots. Merci pour ce temps… read more
Helene est tres dynamic et a de l initiative. Ce fut emotionally intense as one of my dog got hit by a car et l on a du ce rendre chez la veterinaire a 2 heures du matin pour l endormir. Helene est tres chaleureuse et humaine et cherche le sens profond de la Nature humaine. Elle aime bien jouer avec les mots. Merci pour ce temps… read more
(Very good)
14 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Hélène) for host
Merci Shahiraa de ton accueil et des expériences que nous avons vécu dans ton antre verdoyante.
Les différentes expériences furent intenses émotionnellement et énergétiquement. Bonne continuation dans ton projet :-)
Les différentes expériences furent intenses émotionnellement et énergétiquement. Bonne continuation dans ton projet :-)
19 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lefebvre)
Merci Pierre
UN chanter qui vient du Coeur et qui nous donnes envie de s ajouter au COEUR!
Pierre EST UN travailleur autonome.. Il EST difficille a arreter il travaille aussi avec Coeur.
Il eat EST extremement bien organiser et vous organisera votre chantier ou vous aurez envie de creer de nouveau projet en tout cas I'll a ameliore la… read more
UN chanter qui vient du Coeur et qui nous donnes envie de s ajouter au COEUR!
Pierre EST UN travailleur autonome.. Il EST difficille a arreter il travaille aussi avec Coeur.
Il eat EST extremement bien organiser et vous organisera votre chantier ou vous aurez envie de creer de nouveau projet en tout cas I'll a ameliore la… read more
(Very good)
19 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lefebvre) for host
Shahira, une personne remarquable dans un très bel environnement.
Elle est débordante d'amour et de compassion et elle travaille toujours au
bien être de tous. Avec tous ses projets, elle devra vivre jusqu'à 108 ans au moins ....
La nourriture végé et végan est excellente.
Une expérience très enrichissante. Merci de ton hospitalité Shahira
et… read more
Elle est débordante d'amour et de compassion et elle travaille toujours au
bien être de tous. Avec tous ses projets, elle devra vivre jusqu'à 108 ans au moins ....
La nourriture végé et végan est excellente.
Une expérience très enrichissante. Merci de ton hospitalité Shahira
et… read more
10 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Catherine) for host
This was my very first workaway experience and it was lovely. Shahira has a very big heart and is very caring. Her property is amazing, so green and lush and the shower, "the big beautiful waterfall" is absolutely gorgeous. The food we cooked and ate was so fresh and delicious. I myself am a vegetarian trying to transition to vegan and so it was… read more
19 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Catherine)
Thank you Catherine for your beautiful open and kind presence.
Catherine definitively is into intuitive cooking/pancake ah! and oh into cats, not for the cooking of course but as spiritual food she looooves cats and they love her. It was a blessing to share with Catherine from heart to heart. She is authentic, transparent and easy to be around.… read more
Catherine definitively is into intuitive cooking/pancake ah! and oh into cats, not for the cooking of course but as spiritual food she looooves cats and they love her. It was a blessing to share with Catherine from heart to heart. She is authentic, transparent and easy to be around.… read more
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Miguel & Maricris)
Miguel and Maricriss are very community oriented and they were eager and more then will to make a contribution as well as in the community then in the group of volunteers. He taught some English classes to the locals.They liked MIguel and appreciated his fun and organized teaching. They were both great and knowledgeable in the building… read more
(Very good)
16 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Miguel & Maricris) for host
Being at Shahira’s place was an enriching experience. We enjoyed nature and tested the flavour of leaving off-grid in the tropical mountains. Shahira has a great spirit who keeps searching for harmony as she develops the site in nature. I must admit that this is quite challenging for a single woman; however she doesn’t give up. That’s still quite… read more
3 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Prouvot & Peretz) for host
Pour notre premier workaway... C'était parfait. On s'est sentit bien a l'aise dès le premier jour. On a eu le temps les après midi de découvrir les alentours et nous avons partagé de TRES BON repas. Et découvert la cuisine Vegetarian/Vegan, le yoga, la "douche cascade", la bricolage sans électricité....
Tres enrichissant!
Bonne continuation a toi… read more
Tres enrichissant!
Bonne continuation a toi… read more
1 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Prouvot & Peretz)
Un gros MERCI a vous deux Aldric et Elodie je ne pouvais pas demander mieux. Un rendez-vous arrange par les dieux hiha!..... Ce fut un cadeau de voir vos talents se mettrent a l oeuvre et de vous voir a l action.
je recommandes Aldric et Elodie ne serait-ce que pour une semaine. Ils ont accomplis de ce que je leur avait proposer et meme plus et… read more
je recommandes Aldric et Elodie ne serait-ce que pour une semaine. Ils ont accomplis de ce que je leur avait proposer et meme plus et… read more
(Excellent)
3 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rachael) for host
Shahira shahira! Full of love and life <3 she will make you feel right at home and creates some of the most amazing smoothies and salsas.
There is so much to learn at here. With books on permaculture, cooking, Spanish, conciousness the list goes on!
Cooking and eating together was at the centre of this experience. Where there was a melting pot… read more
There is so much to learn at here. With books on permaculture, cooking, Spanish, conciousness the list goes on!
Cooking and eating together was at the centre of this experience. Where there was a melting pot… read more
(Excellent)
1 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachael)
Thank you Racheal,
You are so beautiful from the inside out. I appreciated so much all the time that we shared together and enjoyed to build the compost toilet with you from scratch.. yeah we did it... Racheal has /is a beautiful soul searching and looking for beauty everywhere and in everybody. She is practicing mindfulness so she is very much… read more
You are so beautiful from the inside out. I appreciated so much all the time that we shared together and enjoyed to build the compost toilet with you from scratch.. yeah we did it... Racheal has /is a beautiful soul searching and looking for beauty everywhere and in everybody. She is practicing mindfulness so she is very much… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Allyson & James) for host
If you're looking for a tranquil, rain forest escape from the busy busy life of the city then you've found it. Completely off the grid, working with your hands and eating only fresh organic food. This is experience we were looking for and exactly what Shahira provides. Here we were able to put down our electronics, slow down and reconnect with… read more
13 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Allyson & James)
I received Allyson, James and his sister Sophie for about 9 days and I had a great, smooth, easy and enriching experience. They have good communication skills, work conscienciously, willingly and energeticaly.
They did hard work carrying the block for a construction and then sanding and cutting board for the yoga studio and this by hand saw. it… read more
They did hard work carrying the block for a construction and then sanding and cutting board for the yoga studio and this by hand saw. it… read more
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Aleksandra & Adam)
Thank you so much Aleksandra and Adam for your dedicated work, patience and willingness to help in the yoga studio project.
They did an extraordinary mindful work which demanded precision, focus and patience. It was a pleasure to have them both as they are very easy going and eager to serve and learn. They both take very well the directive which… read more
They did an extraordinary mindful work which demanded precision, focus and patience. It was a pleasure to have them both as they are very easy going and eager to serve and learn. They both take very well the directive which… read more
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Aleksandra & Adam) for host
We stayed with Shahira for 2 weeks and it was our first workaway as well as first Costa Rica moments. We helped her with her Yoga studio project. And we have had a chance to experience her way of living which is focusing on simple sides of life in the best meaning possible. Enjoying the nature since her house is in the beautiful spot in between… read more
21 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Etienne & Melina) for host
J'ai passé trois semaines hors du commun aux côtés de Shahira, avec mon ami Eliott.
En effet, nous étions immergés dans un mode de vie très sain et surtout très écolo.
Nous cuisinions nous même nos repas, exclusivement avec des fruits, légumes, riz ou encore oeufs issus du marché de la ville la plus proche.
Le travail était très varié, nous… read more
En effet, nous étions immergés dans un mode de vie très sain et surtout très écolo.
Nous cuisinions nous même nos repas, exclusivement avec des fruits, légumes, riz ou encore oeufs issus du marché de la ville la plus proche.
Le travail était très varié, nous… read more
14 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Eliott) for host
Ces 3 semaines ont été une expérience inhabituelle chez Shahira. Vivre sans électricité ni internet tout en mangeant végétarien, le tout dans un cadre de carte postale était très ressourçant.
J'ai découvert de nouvelles saveurs en faisant les courses au marché, été fortement sensibilisé au respect de l'environnement et aux façons de le préserver.… read more
J'ai découvert de nouvelles saveurs en faisant les courses au marché, été fortement sensibilisé au respect de l'environnement et aux façons de le préserver.… read more
3 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Eliott)
Elliot just left after almost 3 weeks. I was delighted and I appreciated the new and hard work that he has done with etienne.
We did stone work, clearing cement /rocks around old fundation to make new one , clean /washed the balcony in preparation for sending and put SomE water base finition.
They are young and eager to learn...and they learned… read more
We did stone work, clearing cement /rocks around old fundation to make new one , clean /washed the balcony in preparation for sending and put SomE water base finition.
They are young and eager to learn...and they learned… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Henry)
Henry stay with me for a week +
He is a very gentle and kind soul and very easy to be around. We had interesting conversation on fruitarian as he is on fruit only....so it was nice and motivating for myself to be on fruit only and cleanse....for a few days
If you want a good companion only I recommend him... If you want project done he is not the… read more
He is a very gentle and kind soul and very easy to be around. We had interesting conversation on fruitarian as he is on fruit only....so it was nice and motivating for myself to be on fruit only and cleanse....for a few days
If you want a good companion only I recommend him... If you want project done he is not the… read more
(Neutral)
8 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mariana) for host
I lived with Shahira for a month but what she taught me will be in me forever. The way she lives is an example for everyone, living the simple life made me connect to myself and appreciate what i have. Eating healthy food from the farmer's market and tasting all these exotic recepies was very amazing. I saw changes in my body, as i felt more… read more
24 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariana)
Hello Mariana,
it was a delight to share a month her and even more the last week where we having a one to one .Soft and kind. She is on a journey to learn everything...Mariana started to learn how to cook and you should see her enthousiasm and happiness preparing Salsa and and on top being a success. Once she got into it she became more assertive… read more
it was a delight to share a month her and even more the last week where we having a one to one .Soft and kind. She is on a journey to learn everything...Mariana started to learn how to cook and you should see her enthousiasm and happiness preparing Salsa and and on top being a success. Once she got into it she became more assertive… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
I had a great two weeks with Shahira. Shahira's property is a jewel and the food is also incredibly good. How will I return to "normal" eating?! :) Highlights included the market in San Isidro, playing with the kittens, and of course, the river and waterfall. I camped in a hammock and it was just perfect.
Shahira has many projects going on, so… read more
Shahira has many projects going on, so… read more
24 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
Nicole just left this morning and i should say that was a peaceful and quiet time as we were only the two of us.. Which both of us appreciated as slow pace was greatly needed. Nicole helped me to gather all the notes that I wrote for a one month "Transcending beauty program" that i want to do for girls 18-25. She did a good job at organizing it… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (daniel3)
Bonjour Daniel,
Notre plus jeune volontaire avec un peu de sagesse tout de meme; et du Quebec..Voila!
Ce fut un mois intéressant a la fois dans nos echanges que de voir comment Daniel c est très bien adapter dans cette nouvelle experience sans electricity,compost toilet , rivière comme douche, etc Il s est proposer pour vider la toilette compost… read more
Notre plus jeune volontaire avec un peu de sagesse tout de meme; et du Quebec..Voila!
Ce fut un mois intéressant a la fois dans nos echanges que de voir comment Daniel c est très bien adapter dans cette nouvelle experience sans electricity,compost toilet , rivière comme douche, etc Il s est proposer pour vider la toilette compost… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (daniel3) for host
Je viens de vivre une expérience très particulière chez Shahira. Vivre un mois dans un cadre enchanteur en pleine nature sans électricité dans une maison toute en bois au bord d'une magnifique rivière, baignade quotidienne, ça permet vraiment de se ressourcer. Le travail ne manque pas, elle a tellement de projets en marche et elle dirige tout ça… read more
2 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Pauline & Aymeric)
Aymeric and Pauline stayed with me for a month. They were a very good team,complementing each other as much as on their volunteers works in the community sharing. they are organized, discipline, motivated and structured. they are both creative super chef in the kitchen. They planned diligently their hours that they can have more time to travel and… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Pauline & Aymeric) for host
We spent one month with Shahira and we discovered a new way of life! Shahira is a very dynamic, open-minded and nice person. Only after two or three days, we felt like at home. We lived an enriching experience wich permited to us to learn about ourselves. We were very free and autonomous : after work, we could do all we want and go everywhere. We… read more
15 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)
Hello Lucas ! :)
I enjoyed my week with Lucas and wished he has stayed longer to have time to share more community meals. He is very focus, self-discipline when it comes to practice yoga and eat an ayurvedic diet. he woke up at 4:30 to practice his 1 hour 30 before to start his volunteering hours.
And he was really eager and willing to… read more
I enjoyed my week with Lucas and wished he has stayed longer to have time to share more community meals. He is very focus, self-discipline when it comes to practice yoga and eat an ayurvedic diet. he woke up at 4:30 to practice his 1 hour 30 before to start his volunteering hours.
And he was really eager and willing to… read more
(Excellent)
31 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host
Spent a week here and it was great. Adapted nicely to a different rhythm of life, waking earlier and sleeping earlier too. I learnt what it was like to live off grid without electricity which was a really nice experience. I hope I managed to teach you a bit about Ayurveda and Yoga.. Sorry I didn't get to cook for you guys as much as I would've… read more
6 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Gerson) for host
I had such a spiritual connection with the volunteers and the land. This place is amazing. Shahira is very knowledgeable about yoga, meditation, massage, and nutrition. Definitely don't miss out on engaging in these conversations. I was able to help with harvesting rocks from the river, building a stone staircase, creating a fence, and connecting… read more
6 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Patricia) for host
Shahira's place is truly beautiful. She really put a big effort to create from nothing incredibly comfortable and peaceful place. You feel connected with nature all the time. I liked my stay, the tasks and Shahira is also very welcoming person with big heart. Thank you Shahira :)
21 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Patricia)
Thank you Patricia for showing up and for your help
Patricia is a very sensitive and very generous soul. I enjoyed her out of nowhere spontaneous humour and Christmas song ahah!. Easy to get along.....and really want to learn and to serve the best she can
Thank you again Patricia enjoy the rest of your trip with Annegreet
Love
Shahira
Patricia is a very sensitive and very generous soul. I enjoyed her out of nowhere spontaneous humour and Christmas song ahah!. Easy to get along.....and really want to learn and to serve the best she can
Thank you again Patricia enjoy the rest of your trip with Annegreet
Love
Shahira
(Excellent)
5 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Annegreet) for host
Shahira is a kind hearted, spiritual person that will make you experience off the grid life in the most incredible way. I stayed with her for a week to help with gardening and writing and really enjoyed the pure and delicious food, long and deep conversations and even the waterpumping in the turbulent river. There are a thousand projects and… read more
21 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Annegreet)
Thank you Annegreet
What I interestingly appreciate in Annegreet s personality was her flexible pragmatism. She can help you to clarify your vision and organized it in a way that you know better on what to focus. Annegreet can appear cold at first but rapidly you will come to experience her softness caring and passionate soul.
Thank you… read more
What I interestingly appreciate in Annegreet s personality was her flexible pragmatism. She can help you to clarify your vision and organized it in a way that you know better on what to focus. Annegreet can appear cold at first but rapidly you will come to experience her softness caring and passionate soul.
Thank you… read more
(Excellent)
29 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Karine)
Merci Karine pour ta douce presence présente.
Ce fut un plaisir de recevoir Karine qui est très respectueuse, a l ecoute et en qui l on peut avoir confiance et qui en plus a une attitude positive. "C'EST PARFAIT" " " C'EST TOUJOURS PARFAIT" ;)
J ai bien aimer sa presence dans son travail et j ai aussi eu la chance d avoir 2 sessions de Reiki et… read more
Ce fut un plaisir de recevoir Karine qui est très respectueuse, a l ecoute et en qui l on peut avoir confiance et qui en plus a une attitude positive. "C'EST PARFAIT" " " C'EST TOUJOURS PARFAIT" ;)
J ai bien aimer sa presence dans son travail et j ai aussi eu la chance d avoir 2 sessions de Reiki et… read more
(Excellent)
29 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Karine) for host
Je suis resté avec Shahira durant une semaine! Wow, quelle belle semaine!
Une femme simple avec une énergie positive, une ouverture d'esprit magnifique et un grand coeur!
Vivre dans cette maison sans électricité à été une expérience que j'ai adoré, ca m'a permis de me connecter encore plus avec la nature et d'être à l'écoute de ma nature à moi… read more
Une femme simple avec une énergie positive, une ouverture d'esprit magnifique et un grand coeur!
Vivre dans cette maison sans électricité à été une expérience que j'ai adoré, ca m'a permis de me connecter encore plus avec la nature et d'être à l'écoute de ma nature à moi… read more
5 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
I loved Shahira's wonderful place lots of fun dreaming up the future of this fabulous land that has heaps of potential! Take a dip under a waterfall chat in tranquillity about lots of interesting subjects.... Shahira is very easy going with a great vision for a beautiful project. I look forward to returning one day. Thank you.
4 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
I took Simon last minutes and for 5 days. He is very talented and he did a nice painting for the future yoga studio. I will have to add it to my profile. We had very deep and interesting conversations, it was easy, flowing and inspirational.. Great Spirit.... you are welcome any time Simon it will always been a please to have you here.… read more
(Excellent)
29 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
It was such an amazing experience to stay at Shahiras place and be part of the developement of this beautiful property! We spent two weeks in our tent near the nice river, close to the fascinating nature and enjoyed it very much. The work was fine and Shahira left us much free space for creativity, own and new ideas and projects. It was a pleasure… read more
25 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Beautiful and peaceful experience that I have with both of them. They just left and they had the chance to share my cat birthing 3 babies. Very amazing.... Theresa and Lukas joined Charlotte and I for 2_weeks and I was delighted by their simple but intelligent inquisitive mind. Both were very minutious,precise in whatever work they have been… read more
(Excellent)
25 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
Already missing your giggle laughing... That has been a wonderful 3 weeks with Charlotte. She is very flexible in her daily tasks. We first had the forst week just the two of us. We talk about self-esteem, self-image and emotional, physical and spiritual connection to who we are and who we think we are. She wrote a daily diary about what she ate… read more
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
Wow, I have gained so much from spending time in the mountains with Shahira. It sounds very cliché but it truly has been a life changing experience for me. This beautiful place let's you step out of your normal life, reconnecting you with nature and to the true meaning of beingness.
Shahira is an amazing host! I felt completely at home and not… read more
Shahira is an amazing host! I felt completely at home and not… read more
8 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxime & Laura)
My experience with Maxime and Laura were excellent. They are very gentle, soft souls with an easy personality. Maxime is very professional in his field. Un vrai carpentier de chez nous "du Quebec" well he is from Abitibi. The furniture for the stove that you see on the picture it is Maxime who did it. He is conscientious, precise, rapido and he … read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Christa) for host
Shahira,
thank you so much for this wonderful experience with you! So much laughter, exchange, deep talks, hospitality and amazing food! I have never taken so many pictures from preparing, arranging and eating meals before. Pejibaye, Chayote, Ñampi, Granadilla, Guanabana, Platanos, this is just a example of the fruits we got to know! And the… read more
thank you so much for this wonderful experience with you! So much laughter, exchange, deep talks, hospitality and amazing food! I have never taken so many pictures from preparing, arranging and eating meals before. Pejibaye, Chayote, Ñampi, Granadilla, Guanabana, Platanos, this is just a example of the fruits we got to know! And the… read more
21 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Christa)
Excellente!
Im very please to write Christa’s reference and i wished that we were able to put the pictures/video's here that we took all along her 8 days stay. She is very dynamic, enthusiast, organized and very fun to be with and all around. We accomplished a lot and we ate a lot too….and she likes to finish what she is starting hihi! a plus!… read more
Im very please to write Christa’s reference and i wished that we were able to put the pictures/video's here that we took all along her 8 days stay. She is very dynamic, enthusiast, organized and very fun to be with and all around. We accomplished a lot and we ate a lot too….and she likes to finish what she is starting hihi! a plus!… read more
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Robert) for host
Pour mon premier Workaway ça vraiment été formidable très accueillant. Le travail était plaisant. Pour moi tout était nouveau. La façon de vivre de manger était tout simplement super. Je recommande vivement. Shahira est tout simplement humaine et avec du savoir vivre. Merci pour ces 15jours formidable.For my first Workaway it was really great… read more
1 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)
AH ROBERT de la France stayed with me for 2 weeks. A very easy stay and guest to have. Entrepreneur personality when he learned how to do the compost either the HUMANURE and or vegetable compost he was always ahead to empty and cleaned the buckets. He is a very hard worker and had a chance to have him to be a good helper to Maxime (carpenter) to… read more
(Excellent)
21 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mollyanne22) for host
My stay with Shahira was short but was sweet! Sharia is such an authentic playful spirited soul! She has the kindest heart that desires the happiness of everyone. I believe she lives by that theory more than anything. Her empathic nature is welcoming and nurturing but is mission to obtain happiness in everyone. These good intentions were an… read more
20 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mollyanne22)
Hola MollyAnne,
Sorry for the delay before i have been able to write here our experiences together.
MollyAnne came for about 10 days, although she is 18 years old she is definitively an old soul.
Full of gratitude, spontaneity, eager to help, to cook and she is very good at it. Really a spontaneous "CHEF". She is responsible and knows how to… read more
Sorry for the delay before i have been able to write here our experiences together.
MollyAnne came for about 10 days, although she is 18 years old she is definitively an old soul.
Full of gratitude, spontaneity, eager to help, to cook and she is very good at it. Really a spontaneous "CHEF". She is responsible and knows how to… read more
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jac & Olivia)
Hola Jac-O
First of all thank you to both of you i greatly appreciated your presence and your work ethics here on the finca.
I just saw the pictures on your profile, they are very good... i can see all the pictures/videos that we took here too complementing and showing you both in pictures/videos in action They are very authentically… read more
First of all thank you to both of you i greatly appreciated your presence and your work ethics here on the finca.
I just saw the pictures on your profile, they are very good... i can see all the pictures/videos that we took here too complementing and showing you both in pictures/videos in action They are very authentically… read more
(Excellent)
1 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (MADDIE) for host
I just left a beautiful two weeks working with Shahira. From the peaceful sounds of the waterfall, to the chirping birds and ever-emerging creatures, this place is truly one to take a step back and connect with the community and the land. Shahira has a beautiful vision for her property and we helped to organize and begin some small projects with… read more
1 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (MADDIE)
Maddie just left after our two fructuous week togetherI really enjoyed Maddie s personality and insights. She is very inquisitive and always asking questions as to know how do we like things/projects done and she also enjoy sharing how she thinks it would make sense and be beautiful. One of the project she did was to set up a stone path for the… read more
(Excellent)
7 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mariève) for host
My stay at Shahira was very enriching. I had the opportunity to know this caring and generous person who is showing very open-minded about my lifestyle and my person. Not to mention her respect for the planet. She tries to do everything she can to make her place eco-friendly.
I discovered how was life in the jungle of Costa Rica without… read more
I discovered how was life in the jungle of Costa Rica without… read more
28 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariève)
My experience with Marieve was excellent. I felt confortable and she was easy to trust right away as we had a few skype sessions of 1 hrs-1hre 30 before her arrival. She is very responsable, easy going and easy to live with.
So I recommend highly to share your time, your space and your home with Marieve. She will definitively enrich each… read more
So I recommend highly to share your time, your space and your home with Marieve. She will definitively enrich each… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anni) for host
It was such a good experience staying here up in the mountains surrounded by wonderful nature!
Being off the grid it means living with the sun and taking time for exploring the area, meditating, reading, sharing stories and cooking fresh and healthy. Oh, I really enjoyed her smoothies, our banana creations and the cayenne pepper on top!
Helping… read more
Being off the grid it means living with the sun and taking time for exploring the area, meditating, reading, sharing stories and cooking fresh and healthy. Oh, I really enjoyed her smoothies, our banana creations and the cayenne pepper on top!
Helping… read more
2 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anni)
I had a great peaceful week with Anni. She is very pleasant, calm and eager to learn. We ate so much at time with all the delicious new food experiences that im taking a little food break....
Although it was new for Anni to get up and meditate she was really eager and interested to learn so we did ....
Thank you Anni for youor great help i… read more
Although it was new for Anni to get up and meditate she was really eager and interested to learn so we did ....
Thank you Anni for youor great help i… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (dgendy)
That was the shortest unexpected stay and experience that i had with a volunteer. David was supposed to be here for a week but because of David s circumstances it was only a night. Only a night but David was really open to know as much as he can about permaculture, meditation, food...We had diversified conversation and he was willing to get up… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (dgendy) for host
Unfortunately i only stayed one night at Shahiras place instead of the planned week due to external factors but i had a great time during my stay. Shahira was very understanding when i explained my situation.
Shahira really makes you feel welcome and has many interesting projects for you to work on her property. Her property and surroundings… read more
Shahira really makes you feel welcome and has many interesting projects for you to work on her property. Her property and surroundings… read more
4 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Emilien) for host
Staying at Shahira was wonderful experience...
She accepted my request eventhough I was quite last minute. Despite the fact that I don't have any special skill related to permaculture (I'm a newbie) and that I could only stay 4 days she did her best to help me find the kind of work that could suit me. I helped with landscaping (cutting trees,… read more
She accepted my request eventhough I was quite last minute. Despite the fact that I don't have any special skill related to permaculture (I'm a newbie) and that I could only stay 4 days she did her best to help me find the kind of work that could suit me. I helped with landscaping (cutting trees,… read more
16 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilien)
Ah Emilien! I felt very blessed to share my time, space and enrgy together for 4 days...only...
It was avery last minute request , no picture..new limited profile hum... My tica neighbours said he loos like Jesus. Now you have an idea of what he looks.
I really enjoyed Emilien s calm, tranquil,curious and presence de corps et d… read more
It was avery last minute request , no picture..new limited profile hum... My tica neighbours said he loos like Jesus. Now you have an idea of what he looks.
I really enjoyed Emilien s calm, tranquil,curious and presence de corps et d… read more
(Excellent)
23 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Gallet) for host
I had such a great time and rich experience in Shahira's place !
Her charming house is surrounded by gorgeous nature where you could enjoy river's bath, waterfall, fruits picking, many birds, everything in a peaceful atmosphere.
It's an off-grid place, you will follow the rhythm of the sun, wake up with songs's birds , eat great organic… read more
Her charming house is surrounded by gorgeous nature where you could enjoy river's bath, waterfall, fruits picking, many birds, everything in a peaceful atmosphere.
It's an off-grid place, you will follow the rhythm of the sun, wake up with songs's birds , eat great organic… read more
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Gallet)
Bonjour Celine,
Celine was at the Finca shahira for about 10 days all i can say is that it was a positive experience all around.
Celine is very easy going person. She is responsible, autonome, willind and enthousiastic to put in practice " hands on" what she learned in her permaculture courses. We looked around and she came with the idea to… read more
Celine was at the Finca shahira for about 10 days all i can say is that it was a positive experience all around.
Celine is very easy going person. She is responsible, autonome, willind and enthousiastic to put in practice " hands on" what she learned in her permaculture courses. We looked around and she came with the idea to… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host
Hi Shahira,
Sorry for the late feedback, but better now than never!
Sorry for the late feedback, but better now than never!
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Bonjour Alice et un grand merci pour ta presence bienvaillante.
Alice came for about 5 days to join Celine Gallet. They are good friends, roomate, sisters... i appreciated Alice s complimentarity with Celine. Alice is smaller but very strong and hard worker.
Alice is/was a smoker but to come to join us. she decided to stop smoking and take… read more
Alice came for about 5 days to join Celine Gallet. They are good friends, roomate, sisters... i appreciated Alice s complimentarity with Celine. Alice is smaller but very strong and hard worker.
Alice is/was a smoker but to come to join us. she decided to stop smoking and take… read more
(Excellent)
