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14 Jun 2026
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Description
We are a small cottage on 1.5 acre, which has a cabin, lodge, small orchard, little stream, veg tunnel, veg garden, free range chickens, cats and young adults.
We enjoy living respectful of our mother earth and our fellow human beings. we have a happy blend of traditional living and modern life. We welcome people as they are traveling to come and support us as we develop our slice of paradise. we live very close to the town of Nenagh, not far from the Eco Village in Cloughjordan, near the beautiful Silvermines mountains and the lake of Lough Derg where we swim year round. we have a bike you can borrow if you want to see more of the beautiful surrounds. We are happy to meet you and talk of your travels, and the places we have travelled too.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
Interests
Vegetarian or vegan
Van life
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Movies & TV
LGBTQ
Events & social
Culture
Charity work
Plant care
Performing arts
Music
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Books
Art & design
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Mountain
Nature
Dancing
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have traveled and lived abroad and enjoy supporting our cultural shared learning, the area we live in has the beautiful Silvermines mountains and is near the lakes of the river Shannon, we are involved in our local community and would include all who are with us as part of our community
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We have lots of small projects we need help with such as painting and decorating the cottage, cooking, tending the vegetables, landscaping, some renovation on our cottage and this summer our big project is to declutter, empty and break down our old mobile home which has been used for storage while the cottage has been renovated.
Both Pearse and Margo are holistic therapists.
Pearse has lots of traditional building and farming skills that he would love to share and Margo is a community worker and loves crafting. We often need someone to drive Pearse car, to be covered by insurance you need to be over 25 years old, and have a full licence. Our daughters are working and don't have their drivers license yet so sometimes need a lift to work, which is a big help to Pearse if there's assistance with this
We look forward to sharing our home and dream with you.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a few accommodation, depending on what's available.
We have a little cosy caravan, or the lodge or the little cabin, all of which have electricity, bed, tea coffee making facility and camping loo.
We share shower facilities in the main house.
What else ...
We live near the town of Nenagh which is on the main bus route for Dublin and Limerick and is in easy reach of other major towns.
I would like you to know but hopefully not put you off. My daughter and boyfriend smoke, but it's not in the house, just outside away from others.
Thanks for taking the time to read to here
I hope your will be interested and reach out and have a chat.
Many thanks.
In peace.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We are happy to have people that work and we have a strong internet service, We can discuss the arrangement for work exchange
Space for parking camper vans
plenty parking
Can possibly accept pets
We live on an open space off the main road and have chickens and cats, Your animal would be your responsibility to take care off.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Lelia
Host ref number: 181429354115
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
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Feedback (19)
12 Jun 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Hiranya & Shreyas)
We had a wonderful 2 weeks with Hiranya, Shreyas and Bolt. They were warm, compassionate, funny, interesting and very hard working. Not to mention the most amazing cooks. They cooked most evenings. Their tasks involved clearing and tidying shrubs and garden areas. Cleaning and organising in the house and driving out girls to work. They never shed… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Hiranya & Shreyas) for host
We had a wonderful Workaway experience for two weeks with Margo and Pearse’s family. From the very beginning, Margo and Pearse made us feel like part of their lovely big family. They are beautiful, warm, generous people with such open mindsets, and we truly felt like we were spending time with our own family.
Margo is an incredible lady who has a… read more
Margo is an incredible lady who has a… read more
23 Apr 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (AOI)
We were delighted to have Aoi stay with us, she is a beautiful person who immediately became part of our family, she is hard worker who got stuck into any task. She is an amazing cook and treated us to many yummy meals. Everyone of us miss her being here. We learnt a lot from her and any host would be lucky to have her stay. We wish Aoi the very… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (AOI) for host
I stayed at Margo and Pearse home for about two weeks.
From the moment I met them, they were truly warm and kind, and they welcomed me with open arms.
My main tasks at their home were mostly cleaning and organizing things.
It was very simple work and never difficult.
More than the work itself, the love and care they gave me made me truly happy… read more
From the moment I met them, they were truly warm and kind, and they welcomed me with open arms.
My main tasks at their home were mostly cleaning and organizing things.
It was very simple work and never difficult.
More than the work itself, the love and care they gave me made me truly happy… read more
22 Apr 2026
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Margo and Pearse were my first workaway hosts and by the end of the first day with them all the fears and anxieties that I may have had quickly dissipated and became forgotten.
Immediately they made me feel welcome, included, and helped me settle in by making me feel comfortable with whatever I needed.
For the two weeks of my stay each day was… read more
Immediately they made me feel welcome, included, and helped me settle in by making me feel comfortable with whatever I needed.
For the two weeks of my stay each day was… read more
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12 Jun 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Hiranya & Shreyas)
We had a wonderful 2 weeks with Hiranya, Shreyas and Bolt. They were warm, compassionate, funny, interesting and very hard working. Not to mention the most amazing cooks. They cooked most evenings. Their tasks involved clearing and tidying shrubs and garden areas. Cleaning and organising in the house and driving out girls to work. They never shed… read more
(Excellent)
31 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Hiranya & Shreyas) for host
We had a wonderful Workaway experience for two weeks with Margo and Pearse’s family. From the very beginning, Margo and Pearse made us feel like part of their lovely big family. They are beautiful, warm, generous people with such open mindsets, and we truly felt like we were spending time with our own family.
Margo is an incredible lady who has a… read more
Margo is an incredible lady who has a… read more
23 Apr 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (AOI)
We were delighted to have Aoi stay with us, she is a beautiful person who immediately became part of our family, she is hard worker who got stuck into any task. She is an amazing cook and treated us to many yummy meals. Everyone of us miss her being here. We learnt a lot from her and any host would be lucky to have her stay. We wish Aoi the very… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (AOI) for host
I stayed at Margo and Pearse home for about two weeks.
From the moment I met them, they were truly warm and kind, and they welcomed me with open arms.
My main tasks at their home were mostly cleaning and organizing things.
It was very simple work and never difficult.
More than the work itself, the love and care they gave me made me truly happy… read more
From the moment I met them, they were truly warm and kind, and they welcomed me with open arms.
My main tasks at their home were mostly cleaning and organizing things.
It was very simple work and never difficult.
More than the work itself, the love and care they gave me made me truly happy… read more
22 Apr 2026
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Margo and Pearse were my first workaway hosts and by the end of the first day with them all the fears and anxieties that I may have had quickly dissipated and became forgotten.
Immediately they made me feel welcome, included, and helped me settle in by making me feel comfortable with whatever I needed.
For the two weeks of my stay each day was… read more
Immediately they made me feel welcome, included, and helped me settle in by making me feel comfortable with whatever I needed.
For the two weeks of my stay each day was… read more
15 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Suzie)
We were delighted to have Suzie with us she settled in so easily to our family and was a great help in do many ways, cooking, working in the garden, driving the girls places, painting , general house work, basically anything that was on our to do list, Suzie was happy to do it. We loved her energy and positive personality. To other hosts I say… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jan 2026
Left by Workawayer (Suzie) for host
I spent two weeks with this beautiful family. They are really flexible and kind. The house is quite isolated, and their children are still living with them and often need lifts to go to university or work. One of my main tasks was being a taxi driver. When not, Margo and Peers asked me to help with different tasks such as painting, tidying,… read more
15 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Raven & Rio)
Raven stayed just a short time with us and did so much work , she's a very relaxed spirit who is easygoing, friendly, great fun and a joy to have around. She worked really well with the other workawayers we had at the time, yet also worked independently and didn't need to be told what to do or need supervision, she has great eye for detail and a… read more
(Excellent)
9 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (Raven & Rio) for host
I had a beautiful and magical time on Margo and Pierces little homestead. In the beautiful rolling hills of rural Ireland, I spent my days doing gardening, carpentry, and landscaping projects for their lovely little plot. Margo, Pierce, and their family were very intentional about welcoming me into their many and various activities. Cacao… read more
15 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Paola & Benjamin)
We were delighted to host these two amazing people, Paola and Benji were a great addition to our family and helped out with so many tasks always with a smile and happy attitude, they were amazing cooking fab meals which the whole family enjoyed. They both are kind, caring and interested in learning and sharing what they know. Driving the girls to… read more
(Excellent)
5 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (Paola & Benjamin) for host
We had an amazing stay with Pearse and Margo. They welcomed us so warmly right from the start and made us feel at home and included in the family straight away. They offered us lots of activities to do with them during our free time, like going to the sauna, meditating, seeing shows, or listening to traditional music in pubs… They are incredibly… read more
15 Feb 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Ayalah)
Having Ayalah stay with us was a wonderful experience, I am late leaving my feedback and have lots of positive things to say for Ayalah. She is a breath of fresh air, always happy, interested in people, a very hard worker, taking care and time even when doing tasks like weeding out large drive way by hand, I could see the care and attention that… read more
(Excellent)
27 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ayalah) for host
I stayed with Margo and Pearse for two weeks, and it was a heartwarming experience. They are both incredibly kind and generous spirits, creating an atmosphere that feels open, alive, and full of care. I stayed in a warm caravan surrounded by fresh greens, orchards, berries, and rich, nourishing land. The main house feels alive and vibrant and it’s… read more
15 Feb 2026
Left by Workawayer (SNovaS) for host
Amazing Workaway experience with Margo and Pearse’s family, who welcome everyone as part of their warm and generous home from day one. Margo made everyone feel valued and included everyone in the special experiences like cacao ceremonies, spiritual retreats, and lake dips followed by sauna sessions — fantastic memories. Not alot of work to be done… read more
30 Dec 2025
Left by Workawayer (JennyRed) for host
We want to express our deepest gratitude to Margo, Pearse, and their wonderful family. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and cherished. Spending Christmas with them was a truly heartwarming experience. I’ve learned so much about communication, both with partners and children, and I’ve been inspired by the love and appreciation they have… read more
23 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (JennyRed)
What can I say about these bright, vibrant, energetic young women that will tell you to snap them up. It was a last minute arrangement that brought the girls to our home and even though the were with us a short time they left being a big part of our family. They jumped into everything and worked so hard. There was nothing they wouldn't do and they… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie & Jonas)
We were delighted to welcome Jonas, Sophie and Kurt into our family for the month of August. They were a happy, positive and helpful family. We really appreciated all the hard work in the garden and cutting up the winter firewood. During the time they stayed with us we were away for 5 days and they looked after the pets, the chickens, the hatching… read more
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lorenzo)
Our time with Lorenzo was really wonderful, he is a gentle, kind, hardworking young man. Always willing to help with the varied tasks in the garden, weeding, wood cutting, planting and grass cutting to name a few. Lorenzo settled into our family with ease, he was always smiling and happy and interesting conversations. He was a great cook and we… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelley)
Kelley was such a fantastic addition to our family while she was here. She showed so much dedication to any task, wether it be cleaning, gardening, household chores, cooking or joining us in our evening swims. Kelley fitted really well into our busy, sometimes chaotic life and family, even helping petsit our friends dog Pico. Her friendly and… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Kelley) for host
I spent just 6 days (too short!) with this beautiful family in Nenagh. I wish I could have stayed longer. It was such a tonic to be surrounded with family warmth at this time. When I was there it was my job to clear out a tiny little cottage space and spruce it up - I enjoyed the trust and freedom Margo gave me to carry out this job. Almost every… read more
9 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emely & Frida) for host
It's hard to find the right words to describe the incredibly wonderful time we had with this family!
We spontaneously spent three wonderful weeks here in winter, which went by far too quickly. We were warmly welcomed into the family and felt at home right from the start.
The work was never difficult and they have always made sure that we are… read more
We spontaneously spent three wonderful weeks here in winter, which went by far too quickly. We were warmly welcomed into the family and felt at home right from the start.
The work was never difficult and they have always made sure that we are… read more
7 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Luca & Flora)
Luca and Flora spend about 6 weeks with us at the end of 2924, apologies I am so late leaving feedback. They are a wonderful couple, we were blessed our experience with them was amazing. They came with big smiles, happy attitudes and a willingness to meet our family and blend in with us so easy. They worked hard in the garden, Pearse is so… read more
(Excellent)
6 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Edwyn)
We had an amazing time with Edwyn. We are truly thankful for all his hard work. He helped outside and inside. Outside with gardening, in the tunnel, weeding, clearing up the garden, cutting wood, composting, getting trailer loads of horse manure, helping with the compost toilet project, helping with our seed share and wellness workshops, and so… read more
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Edwyn) for host
This was my first workaway experience so I was a little nervous at first but as soon as I arrived at Pearse‘s and Margo’s home I felt incredibly comfortable and welcomed. I didn’t really need a lot of time to get used to everything and settle in wich is pretty unusual for me.
The work I did included housekeeping and outdoor tasks like watering… read more
The work I did included housekeeping and outdoor tasks like watering… read more
28 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Valerie) for host
I am a bit late to let my feedback…
I spent a total of 2 months last summer with Margo and Pearse’s family. 15 days late June as a last minute to help them and I came back on the 23rd of July for 1,5 months as it was originally planned.
Margo and Pearse are very welcoming and generous, I felt at ease since my first day.
They both included me in… read more
I spent a total of 2 months last summer with Margo and Pearse’s family. 15 days late June as a last minute to help them and I came back on the 23rd of July for 1,5 months as it was originally planned.
Margo and Pearse are very welcoming and generous, I felt at ease since my first day.
They both included me in… read more
27 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Valerie)
I am so very grateful to Valerie, she was to come to us in August and we had a last minute change of plan re workawayers and we were very stuck and I reached out to Valerie and asked her to come early if at all possible. Valerie kindly changed her plans to help us out. Thank you so much.
During her time with us my husband and I were away for a… read more
During her time with us my husband and I were away for a… read more
(Excellent)
23 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Colette & Philippe) for host
Bonjour, J'ai séjourné chez Margo, Pearse, Finn, Naoise, Saerlaith durant deux périodes de 15 jours au début de l'été dernier. C'est Margo qui m'a contactée sur last minut, j'avais acheté mes traversées bateau depuis un bon moment, mais n'avais pas trouvé d'hôte (Mon âge peut-être, ... 65 ans ?...). Margo a et inspire la confiance et "sème" la… read more
15 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Colette & Philippe)
Let me start by saying having Colette was a fantastic experience for our family. She is always smiling, happy, and energised. We were blessed that Colette choose to come to us twice, over the summer. She is great in the garden,and created beautiful window box's and hanging baskets for our home. She cooked us beautiful meals and was always happy to… read more
(Excellent)
28 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Javier)
It was a pleasure to have Javier come stay with us. He is a gentleman who joined with our family with ease. He completed all tasks with 100% commitment, speed and experience, he helped with many garden tasks. Javier was always interested in learning about Ireland and we enjoyed many conversations. I would recommend him to any host as he is very… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
It was a great experience hosting Caroline, she was so willing to do every task that we asked. Caroline was only with us for a short time and was determined to have our son's bedroom completely painted, scrubbed and organised in that time. She also worked hard in the garden, helped out with house hold chores and cooking and was great company in… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Luisa-Brenda) for host
This family is grand. From the first day, I felt very welcome, and that feeling lasted the entire duration of my stay. They are caring, friendly, and fun. They included me in their everyday life as if I were part of their family and showed me a lot of typical Irish culture, like going to pubs (a huge thanks to your wonderful girls ❤️) and… read more
20 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Luisa-Brenda)
It was such a pleasure to host Louisa, nothing was to much trouble for her and many times I had to remind her it was her off time. Louisa is everything she says in her profile and so much more. She is always smiling, positive and thoughtful. She blended into our family straight away, became good friends with my daughter's and they enjoyed her… read more
(Excellent)
2 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mirei) for host
I experienced wonderful and beautiful life with their family for 2 weeks. It was my first workaway and I was a little nervous, but they were welcomed warmly and let me be like a member of family. From the moment you meet them you will feel at ease with their warm and friendly personalities.
Daily work was done with Pierce and sometimes his… read more
Daily work was done with Pierce and sometimes his… read more
27 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mirei)
Mirei has been a blessing to our family and we are really sad to see her go. She has been with us for just 2 short weeks and has completed every task asked of her with great willingness and joy. We were delighted to learn a lot about Japan, and she cooked us tasty Japanese food. Mirei has a positive, friendly personality and got on really well… read more
(Excellent)
12 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host
1 week stay, a lot of different jobs and a lot of fun! Margo reached out to me while I was on another workaway near Kilkenny, and after reading her profile and chatting with her, I couldn't refuse to come and help her. A lovely time with a lovely family 😊
I spent most of my time working with Pearse in the house or in the polytunnel and I learned… read more
I spent most of my time working with Pearse in the house or in the polytunnel and I learned… read more
2 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
We only had Alice with us for a week and during that short time she was very helpful with many projects we are working on. Cutting willow, Painting walls, chopping timber, panelling a wall, using power tools was no problem, she was super to organise in the kitchen and Polly tunnel. Oh not to forget her amazing brownies.
Always a pleasure to work… read more
Always a pleasure to work… read more
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mikidadi)
Miki was a fantastic guest and help in our home. During his stay we got to know him well, he helped with the work on our cabin project, he was a quick learner. He has a lovely personality and is great at cooking and willing to help in any way. He is constantly working on his English and is a good student. :)
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mikidadi) for host
This is my first experience as a Workaway and I am really happy and grateful to have shared it with Pearse and Margo who are really incredible person. I stayed with them for a period of two months, here I learnt lots of things and acquired an abundance of skills ranging from caring for animals (the cat and the chickens), gardening, I'd like to… read more
10 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin)
Valentin was a fantastic guest and help in our home. His attention to detail and tasks was 100%. During his stay we got a substantial amount of work done on our cabin project. He has a lovely personality and is great at making pancakes :)
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Valentin) for host
Pearse and Margo are wonderful and welcoming people. From the moment I arrived, they did everything they could to make me feel comfortable, to make sure I had everything I needed and above all they were very understanding and patient with my English.
I had a great first experience staying with them. It took a long time to build the cabin, but… read more
I had a great first experience staying with them. It took a long time to build the cabin, but… read more
