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Hello ! ... I'm David.
A mature english guy who has discovered a serene paradise here in the forest hills of the Massif des Maures in the south of France.
The concept of living off-grid is now more attractive than ever...
Properties without mains electricity and mains water are much cheaper to buy.
You will never have electricity bills or water bills !!!
Yearly taxes on such properties are generally lower.
You can grow your own fruit and vegetables and become self-sufficient by utilizing solar and wind power.
The experience I am offering is challenging at first, but most people adjust to this lifestyle after the first week.
It's like going back 100 years. You have to hand-wash your clothes. This water, (including shower water) is then recycled as water to flush the toilet. Dish-water is also recycled.
We use solar lamps for lighting.
We have 2 very strict rules : No grilling or outside fires. Not even on the terrace. We are living in the middle of a very dry forest. It's a NO-GO !!! Only workawayers are allowed at the house. NO PARTIES. No inviting locals up to the house.
For insurance reasons we cannot offer you bicycles. A bike is great to have, so if you want you can pick up a second hand one from the local flea-market...and sell it on when you leave.
I accept volunteers who can stay a minimum of 10 days. Depending on availability, you may be able to stay longer.
You must have a down-to-earth/ non-fussy mentality to fit into this simple style of living. Please see our feedback !
I'm looking for helpers to organise and clean the inside/ exterior of the house and tidy up the garden by cutting bushes etc. The work is straightforward and varied...and you will have plenty of spare time to explore the beautiful surroundings because I'm only asking for 2 hours help per day. There is a lake and the small mountain/rock of Roquebrune-sur-Argens 5 km away which makes a nice daytrip. Or you can take the bus from Roquebrune to Frejus/Saint Raphael and the famous Cote d'Azur beaches for just €1.50.
To get to the bus stop and town it's a beautiful 40 minute walk through the forest, which will free your senses and exercise your body.
While staying at the house you will be organising your own meals and cooking on a three ring calor gas stove, (no oven). Because I only ask you for 2 hours help per day, (instead of the usual 5 hours requested by most hosts) you will be providing your own food. There are bakeries in the village offering freshly made sandwiches and cheap snack-bars offering pizza etc.
If you are on a strict budget you can buy your groceries at the local Spar supermarket and prepare your meals on the gas stove.I
Tap water/drinking water is provided in 20 litre canisters. Water to shower is limited, but can also go for a swim in the local lake or river.
You will have your own private-sphere accommodation directltly in the house or in our small caravan.. This accommodation is limited to 3 places for singles or couples....and is offered on a first-come-first serve basis.
The tiny stone cottage is situated 200 meters up in the peaceful forest with stunning views. It is 3.5 kilometers from the town of Roquebrune-sur-Argens.
The property is rustical and off-grid so mobile data is essential !!! There is no wifi provided. A company called Free Telecom offers an excellent deal with a sim card for €10 and monthly fee of €9 for 150 giga.
You will need a solar charger for your phone and a headlamp or batterie-torch is advisable.
Staying at the house is very much a back-to-basics experience and you will be outside your comfort zone, but if you love nature and the outdoors and have a sense of humour it will be a wonderful experience, as you can see by the feedback.
Clean drinking water is supplied in cannisters. There is a rain-water tank under the terrace for showering and washing the dishes, etc. It's a bit like glamping...
No fancy rainforest showers on offer here, (instead, it's more of a Robinson Crusoe style scrub-down)...but it still gets the job done !
We also have 5 litre solar water cannisters which provide hot water for showering in the evening after a sunny day.
Living here and being able to enjoy the peace of nature also means that there are no nearby shops, cafes etc. The nearest supermarket is 3.5 km away.
You have 2 free days per week.
To get here you will have to make your way to Saint Raphael and then take a local bus, (no 4) to Roquebrune-sur-Argens village. I will collect you from there.
Unfortunately, on 3 occasions people left the house without notifying us and left the house wide open. For this reason we now ask for a €20 cash deposit for the house keys. You will receive a written receipt and when you leave the property you will of course receive your €20 cash back.
Please ensure you have travel and health insurance !
I look forward to welcoming you !!!
David.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am easy going and offer you a fun time.... a healthy mixture of work, pleasure and relaxation in a very beautiful location.
During your free time and on your days off you can take a bus, (which costs just €1.50 per journey) and explore the amazing Cote d'Azur coastline which is approximately 12km from away.
Help
Please see the main descrition.
Also, I am looking for guidance and supervision regarding sport.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
I have some small modern one-man tents provided with proper matresses to sleep on.
Also a small, (but very modern/ comfortable caravan, (called a clip-car) in the garden.
What else ...
There's lots to see and do on the Cote d'Azur, not to mention the beautiful inland countyside of the Provence.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Anyone relying on internet will require mobile data. Signal is reasonable from the terrace in front of the house. A solar charger for your phone is very much advised !
Space for parking camper vans
I have roadside parking.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 211625837813
Feedback (34)
19 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emmanuel)
Emmanuel is a lively guy with a great sense of humour!
He always tries his best, is very knowledgable and always willing to help. He is also multi talented. He knows a lot about mechanics, (fixed seized brakes on our caravan) /mended an old grandfather style clock/ and helped with computer issues.
He is extremely attentive...found important keys… read more
He always tries his best, is very knowledgable and always willing to help. He is also multi talented. He knows a lot about mechanics, (fixed seized brakes on our caravan) /mended an old grandfather style clock/ and helped with computer issues.
He is extremely attentive...found important keys… read more
(Excellent
)
13 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emmanuel) for host
Staying at David and Jürgen's place was an incredible experience — one of those moments in life that stays with you forever.
From the very first day, they were warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. I immediately felt at home and completely comfortable in their presence. They're generous, respectful, and know how to create an environment where… read more
From the very first day, they were warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. I immediately felt at home and completely comfortable in their presence. They're generous, respectful, and know how to create an environment where… read more
24 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Julita)
Julita is fantastic. She was left on her own and worked hard and thoroughly on a project to sand down railings and wooden window shutters ready for painting.
Whenever we turned up unanounced she was hard at work. She is responsible and trustworthy.
Her level of english and german is excellent. She is down to earth and has a great sense of… read more
Whenever we turned up unanounced she was hard at work. She is responsible and trustworthy.
Her level of english and german is excellent. She is down to earth and has a great sense of… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Julita) for host
I was really happy to meet David and Jürgen. I felt taken care of and they supplied me with everything I needed. The description was matching my expectations, and it's a real paradise for people who want to connect with the nature. Definitely a great experience! Thank you <3
22 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Buds)
Alice and Buds are great girls ! ....have a good sense of humour and made me giggle a lot. They worked hard with all the tasks given - are easy going, trustworthy and reliable. For their age they are mature and logical thinkers.
We hope to see you again during the summer at our new house !
Take Care and thanks for your help xxx
We hope to see you again during the summer at our new house !
Take Care and thanks for your help xxx
(Excellent
)
22 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Buds) for host
We had a great time!!! David and Jurgan are the best. It was a really fun experience, we loved the basic life. We loved the other workawayer that was there too (Fabrizio ❤️). It was very helpful having a van so we could explore cote d'azur, Cannes, nice, saint Tropez. Rochebrune sur Argens is a perfect town with the best bar. We'd definitely come… read more
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19 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Emmanuel)
Emmanuel is a lively guy with a great sense of humour!
He always tries his best, is very knowledgable and always willing to help. He is also multi talented. He knows a lot about mechanics, (fixed seized brakes on our caravan) /mended an old grandfather style clock/ and helped with computer issues.
He is extremely attentive...found important keys… read more
He always tries his best, is very knowledgable and always willing to help. He is also multi talented. He knows a lot about mechanics, (fixed seized brakes on our caravan) /mended an old grandfather style clock/ and helped with computer issues.
He is extremely attentive...found important keys… read more
(Excellent)
13 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Emmanuel) for host
Staying at David and Jürgen's place was an incredible experience — one of those moments in life that stays with you forever.
From the very first day, they were warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. I immediately felt at home and completely comfortable in their presence. They're generous, respectful, and know how to create an environment where… read more
From the very first day, they were warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly. I immediately felt at home and completely comfortable in their presence. They're generous, respectful, and know how to create an environment where… read more
24 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Julita)
Julita is fantastic. She was left on her own and worked hard and thoroughly on a project to sand down railings and wooden window shutters ready for painting.
Whenever we turned up unanounced she was hard at work. She is responsible and trustworthy.
Her level of english and german is excellent. She is down to earth and has a great sense of… read more
Whenever we turned up unanounced she was hard at work. She is responsible and trustworthy.
Her level of english and german is excellent. She is down to earth and has a great sense of… read more
(Excellent)
24 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Julita) for host
I was really happy to meet David and Jürgen. I felt taken care of and they supplied me with everything I needed. The description was matching my expectations, and it's a real paradise for people who want to connect with the nature. Definitely a great experience! Thank you <3
22 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Buds)
Alice and Buds are great girls ! ....have a good sense of humour and made me giggle a lot. They worked hard with all the tasks given - are easy going, trustworthy and reliable. For their age they are mature and logical thinkers.
We hope to see you again during the summer at our new house !
Take Care and thanks for your help xxx
We hope to see you again during the summer at our new house !
Take Care and thanks for your help xxx
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Buds) for host
We had a great time!!! David and Jurgan are the best. It was a really fun experience, we loved the basic life. We loved the other workawayer that was there too (Fabrizio ❤️). It was very helpful having a van so we could explore cote d'azur, Cannes, nice, saint Tropez. Rochebrune sur Argens is a perfect town with the best bar. We'd definitely come… read more
6 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Ferran)
Ferran is a great guy ! Uncomplicated and works really well without any supervision. He was only able to join us for a week because he had already committed to another host in Menton.
In that week he made very significant improvements to the house and garden. He is trustworthy and reliable, plus he is not fussy regarding food, which is always… read more
In that week he made very significant improvements to the house and garden. He is trustworthy and reliable, plus he is not fussy regarding food, which is always… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ferran) for host
I stayed at David and Jurgen's home near Roquebrune for a week in December-January. The house is 200 meters up in the mountains, within a stunning natural park. Only cyclists come up here. No neighbours. There's no power or running water. Civilization is a good 40-minute walk, truly the Robinson Crusoe experience: you'll need to burn wood to stay… read more
28 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Daniëlle) for host
After being ignored by many workaway hosts, David and Jurgen responded real quick en very inviting. They were very open about the circumstances; it being basic, no electricity etc. As soon as I arrived they were both dedicated to make me settle comfortably.
The stay in the house was wonderful. It felt like glamping; the basics of camping, but… read more
The stay in the house was wonderful. It felt like glamping; the basics of camping, but… read more
27 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniëlle)
Danielle is a great character who despite being very intellegent is at the same time uncomplicated and makes the best out of every situation. She was excatly the person we needed to start organising everything in order to get the house empty and ready to put on themarket for sale.
She started straight away and worked extremely hard. Within a few… read more
She started straight away and worked extremely hard. Within a few… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Düzgün ) for host
"I really enjoyed my stay with Jurgen and David. They really made me feel at home and the work in the garden was fun. I ended up staying for 12 weeks !!!
4 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Düzgün )
I have been hosting for many years now...
Duzgun is the best workawayer I have ever hosted. He is my favourite !
He is very polite, respectful and was always willing to help.
He stayed with me for 6 weeks and we became very good friends.
He is an all-rounder...helped with small plumbing jobs, painting, replacing plasterboard, fitting locks,… read more
Duzgun is the best workawayer I have ever hosted. He is my favourite !
He is very polite, respectful and was always willing to help.
He stayed with me for 6 weeks and we became very good friends.
He is an all-rounder...helped with small plumbing jobs, painting, replacing plasterboard, fitting locks,… read more
(Excellent)
27 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Franziska) for host
It was a pleasure to stay with David and Jurgen. I didn't spend that much time with David because he didn't live in the house at the moment but he made time to help out and picked me up with the car to go to the market every week. I felt really safe and had a great time!
Thank you!
Thank you!
5 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisa15)
Elisa was great ! Easy going and unproblematic.
Unfortunately, she could only stay for 2 weeks and due to coronavirus the 2 weeks were spent in isolation at our house.
I called by regularly and brought food with me, (but she hardly eats anything !).
At first she was very afraid of staying at the house on her own. I tried to find last minute… read more
Unfortunately, she could only stay for 2 weeks and due to coronavirus the 2 weeks were spent in isolation at our house.
I called by regularly and brought food with me, (but she hardly eats anything !).
At first she was very afraid of staying at the house on her own. I tried to find last minute… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Elisa15) for host
This was my first experience with Workaway and I enjoyed it very much! David and Jurgen were very nice to me and the place is very nice. Unfortunately, due to the Corona virus, we weren't able to spend much time together, but they were always very helpful with me.
I spent some very pleasant weeks in Roquebrune !!
I would like to thank them for… read more
I spent some very pleasant weeks in Roquebrune !!
I would like to thank them for… read more
21 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)
Clara speaks very good english, but even so she chose not to communicate with us towards the end of her stay.
She stayed at our house along with 3 other workawayers, (Facundo, Braian and Ellen).
She originally wanted to stay with us for the whole of August, but told us that the 2 boys Facundo and Braian had stolen her heart and she was going to… read more
She stayed at our house along with 3 other workawayers, (Facundo, Braian and Ellen).
She originally wanted to stay with us for the whole of August, but told us that the 2 boys Facundo and Braian had stolen her heart and she was going to… read more
(Neutral)
15 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ellen)
When Ellen was staying at our house we were not there, but we did visit twice a week to deliver food and drink for her and the other workawayers.
Although we did not really get to know her we can verify that she is down to earth, uncomplicated, flexible and trustworthy, (the most important qualities for us !!!).
She worked well as part of a team… read more
Although we did not really get to know her we can verify that she is down to earth, uncomplicated, flexible and trustworthy, (the most important qualities for us !!!).
She worked well as part of a team… read more
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ellen) for host
I had the luck to stay at this wonderful place of David and Jürgen in Roquebrune. The place is in the mountains with no other houses nearby, which makes it all very special. It is quiet, green, beautiful and for me a perfect place to get away from your regular life and live with only the necessary things.
Because of corona, David and Jürgen… read more
Because of corona, David and Jürgen… read more
13 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Braian Ismael) for host
David and Jürgen are great people. We had a great evening with fantastic meals and wonderful anecdotes. I would love to be able to repeat my stay. Roquebrune and claviers are very beautiful places with beautiful views, ideal to connect with yourself and leave your cell phone. I take great moments
Muchas gracias por todo!
Muchas gracias por todo!
11 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Gustav)
Even during our correspondence on workaway before Gustav arrived I knew he was going to be an interesting character. He is very laid back and at the same time hard working, conscientious, disciplined and trustworthy.
He fitted in with all the others and was very popular within the team. His positive attitude affected them and induced a perfect… read more
He fitted in with all the others and was very popular within the team. His positive attitude affected them and induced a perfect… read more
(Excellent)
11 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gustav) for host
I spend two wonderful weeks at David and Jürgens place near Roquebrune, where I helped them clean their garden and their house. We had a lot of great times together and I learned a lot from my conversations with these two wise men. Both are extremely welcoming and respectful. Jürgen is a master of contemplation, and is calm and considerate, while… read more
27 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisa-Sophie)
Elisa is a very frendly and polite workawayer who got stuck in straight away, (helping us to clean a house and attack a very overgrown, wild garden). She worked exceptionally well as part of a team and in addition is a brilliant cook.
She excels when it comes to tidying and organising and her wonderful (british> Downton Abbey ) english accent is… read more
She excels when it comes to tidying and organising and her wonderful (british> Downton Abbey ) english accent is… read more
(Excellent)
27 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elisa-Sophie) for host
Dear David and Jürgen, thank you very much for the wonderful time at yours!
I stayed at their new house in Clavier and helped to renovate and clean the house there and also I did some gardening. I met other workawayers (had some pretty fun cooking evenings with them), befriended their cat Dottie and went hiking with the others in Roquebrune.
I stayed at their new house in Clavier and helped to renovate and clean the house there and also I did some gardening. I met other workawayers (had some pretty fun cooking evenings with them), befriended their cat Dottie and went hiking with the others in Roquebrune.
22 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Danny)
Danny was a very nice guy and always willing to help us when we needed. He was a flexible and adaptable workawayer.
He has a quiet personality, (which I much prefer to loud extroverts who show off and brag all the time).
His level of english was good and we had some interesting discussions.
We hope to see him again next year !
Thanks Danny !
He has a quiet personality, (which I much prefer to loud extroverts who show off and brag all the time).
His level of english was good and we had some interesting discussions.
We hope to see him again next year !
Thanks Danny !
(Very good)
16 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Danny) for host
Jürgen and David live a different life. For some it may be unusual. The rustic house and the grounds are like in a fairy tale. Jürgen has a lot to tell historically. The hospitality is great. We had more than we could eat. And they made work clothes and went on some cultural trips with us, which they did not have to do. It was my first Workaway… read more
20 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan)
Jan helped us realise a really important project which was to install 4 solar panels on our terrace roof and connect all the cables and get us some 'green' electricity, (after years of relying on our generator). He did an excellent job and worked hard to finish the project.
Also, he did a great job organising our workshop area and one evening… read more
Also, he did a great job organising our workshop area and one evening… read more
(Very good)
8 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jan) for host
It was my first Workaway experience, and I am glad it was with David and Jürgen. They are two very relaxed and interesting Gentlemen, who have a lot of stories to tell.
I lived in the appartment they have in the village and they gave me a lot of private time for myself.
Also you are very free in organising and doing a project there and they are… read more
I lived in the appartment they have in the village and they gave me a lot of private time for myself.
Also you are very free in organising and doing a project there and they are… read more
20 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Oleg)
We knew within minutes of meeting Oleg that we were going to get on well !
We felt very comfortable and relaxed in his company. He has a really nice personality, is intelligent and polite, (and a real francophile !)
He helped us move furniture to our new house and other mundane jobs, but never complained and always had a cheerful attitude.
His… read more
We felt very comfortable and relaxed in his company. He has a really nice personality, is intelligent and polite, (and a real francophile !)
He helped us move furniture to our new house and other mundane jobs, but never complained and always had a cheerful attitude.
His… read more
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Oleg) for host
I spent 8 nice days by David and Jürgen. It's a pity that my stay was not so long, but I had to get back to Germany. They are very educated, attentive, caring and helpful people. They live in a picturesque place near the village Roquebrune-sur-Argens. I lived in apartment in this village, David and Jürgen took me for a work every morning. Mostly I… read more
3 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline & Patrick)
Caroline and Patrick did a great job of looking after our house, cats and watering the garden while we were away on holiday. On top of that they attacked the leaves and moved a lot of junk we had collected from the garden to a neighbouring piece of land. They spring-cleaned our outdoor kitchen and the front terrace as well ! so we were delighted… read more
(Very good)
30 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Caroline & Patrick) for host
Jurgen and David are great hosts. They made us very welcome and were really interesting and good company. They were away on a trip for the majority of our workaway, so we did not get to enjoy their company as much as we would have liked. They have a little studio in the village of Roquebrune, where we stayed when we were not housesitting, looking… read more
8 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marc) for host
David and Jurgen have a huge cultural background from traveling and education!
The house (with electrogen engine for electricity and deposit water instead of water supply) works perfect, internet in the evenings. They have bicycles, so you can get to town in a downhill of 4 km in 5 minutes, a real rolacouster.
To come to Jurgen’s and David’s you… read more
The house (with electrogen engine for electricity and deposit water instead of water supply) works perfect, internet in the evenings. They have bicycles, so you can get to town in a downhill of 4 km in 5 minutes, a real rolacouster.
To come to Jurgen’s and David’s you… read more
26 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nicole & Callum) for host
Even though I only spent two weeks with David and Jurgen, I really got to know them and their life stories. All conversations were interesting whether it was a debate, a point of view, or an anecdote, you always learned something! They have many projects/ plans for their property as well as constantly trying to prevent fires, they also always… read more
30 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole & Callum)
Nicole is a wonderful workawayer !
She is mature for her young age and very competent. She has a great sense of humour and at the same time intelligent and capable of lively debate.
She helped us with many tasks, including cutting down branches and even the very mundane jobs that nobody likes...such as cleaning floors etc. She was always willing… read more
She is mature for her young age and very competent. She has a great sense of humour and at the same time intelligent and capable of lively debate.
She helped us with many tasks, including cutting down branches and even the very mundane jobs that nobody likes...such as cleaning floors etc. She was always willing… read more
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marine)
Jones&Marine are two truly free spirits, actually three, (including their wonderful black dog called Nello) !!!
We would describe them as constructive dreamers...which is a huge compliment.
They are not afraid of hard work outdoors in cold weather and dug a huge circular bonfire place in our garden surrounded by a lovely stone circle and very… read more
We would describe them as constructive dreamers...which is a huge compliment.
They are not afraid of hard work outdoors in cold weather and dug a huge circular bonfire place in our garden surrounded by a lovely stone circle and very… read more
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marine) for host
How to describe those 2 crazy guys!? They are warm hearted, you feel directly at home in the flat and always welcome when you go to their place.
The only thing we'd note is the big consumption of plastic, chemistry products and the mess around the garden. But workwayers are welcome to help on that and to propose new projects ! We felt really free… read more
The only thing we'd note is the big consumption of plastic, chemistry products and the mess around the garden. But workwayers are welcome to help on that and to propose new projects ! We felt really free… read more
15 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Frank)
A director can not be happier when he discovers a talented actor. Frank is a young man with balanced character and extraordinary skills! He is attentive and listens. Interested and curious he learns quickly. Bright and awake, he understands what to do and acts independently and unerringly. Always in a good mood and positive, he masters even the… read more
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Frank) for host
Jürgen and David was my first workawayer experience and i couldn't be more happy about it! Jürgen and another workawayer pick’t me up in st Raphael and after we went for a coffee i the town. David was i England when a arrived but Jürgen did make sure nothing was missing and some of his first word when we arrived at thier House was, take a look… read more
11 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Francisco Javier)
Fransisco, (Javi) stayed with us for nearly one month and was a great help ! He was often asked to do menial tasks such as washing up and never complained. He was always a good sport regarding both work and socialising in the evenings. He painted a wooden a-frame cabin I constructed and did it perfectly. Most people over-apply the paint, but he… read more
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Francisco Javier) for host
Honestly, after staying in their place for 3 weeks, I feel like "thank you" is such a poor word to say after all the good things they have provided me during that time. The work that I did there was basically general maintenance, carpentry and house keeping, which if you are with other workawayers, it's all easy stuff to do. Jurgen and David where… read more
18 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeroen)
Jeroen is an intelligent and attentive young man, straightforward with a well balanced character. His commitment is remarkable and he works effectively. He does the tasks entrusted to him with ease while being careful and reliable, Jeroen has a fine sense of order and sees if there is anything to be done using his own initiative. His calmness and… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jeroen) for host
My stay at David and Jurgen's place was my second workaway experience and I can say that it was a very pleasant one. David and Jurgen picked me up near Nice and I felt welcome from the start.
I stayed in a small appartment in the pittoresque town of Roquebrune-sur-Argens and I usually walked up to David and Jurgen's place. Then I would work on… read more
I stayed in a small appartment in the pittoresque town of Roquebrune-sur-Argens and I usually walked up to David and Jurgen's place. Then I would work on… read more
19 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (ReiseMira)
Mira ist eine intelligente und liebenswerte Persönlichkeit, unkompliziert mit ausgeglichenen Charaktereigenschaften.Ihr Engagement ist bemerkenswert und dabei arbeitet sie effektiv und
denkt mit. Die Leichtigkeit mit der sie Aufgaben anpackt gleicht einer lebensfrohen jungen Frau die in die Luft springt um im Flug noch drei Äpfel zu pflücken und… read more
denkt mit. Die Leichtigkeit mit der sie Aufgaben anpackt gleicht einer lebensfrohen jungen Frau die in die Luft springt um im Flug noch drei Äpfel zu pflücken und… read more
(Excellent)
23 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (ReiseMira) for host
I wanted to do a workaway and found friends for life! Jürgen and David have incredible big warm hearts and both are crazy in a absolutely positiv way that I really enjoy :) These guys are the best example never to judge on the first impression. It's not a normal workaway host. It's a place to live, to laugh, to enjoy, to talk, to be creative, just… read more
25 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host
I was so happy that David and Jürgen were very flexible about my arrival day and that I finally made it. I just got to know Jürgen during my stay but I‘m sure that both of them have beautiful personalities. Very caring and warm-hearted!
Together with Ines, another Workawayer, and me tidied up around the area and it was cool to see the changed… read more
Together with Ines, another Workawayer, and me tidied up around the area and it was cool to see the changed… read more
9 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gergely)
Hosting Gergely, (Greg) was a great experience !!!
He was a perfect balance of serious,intellectual conversations and some serious laughing !
He suggested that we could do with a second toilet, (dry-sawdust) and first he drew his own personal design which was very impressive. Within 3 days he had the whole structure finished and in place on a… read more
He was a perfect balance of serious,intellectual conversations and some serious laughing !
He suggested that we could do with a second toilet, (dry-sawdust) and first he drew his own personal design which was very impressive. Within 3 days he had the whole structure finished and in place on a… read more
(Excellent)
7 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gergely) for host
Since the worlds best workawayers title was already taken I could only aim for the second or worse:relaxed: I realized a compost toilet out of recycled material in the garden and i have to say i really enjoyed the project it was sometimes challenging but really rewarding. I hope it is still standing and you are enjoying the sun roof:joy:
My hosts… read more
My hosts… read more
23 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Dominic) for host
Wow..where to start..In my three years of travelling and volunteering via work away I must say the two months I spent with David and Jurgen have been the cherry on the cake (or bakewell tart). I can honestly say I have never experienced such friendship or laughed so hard at any project before.
Everyday was full of new adventure and wonderful… read more
Everyday was full of new adventure and wonderful… read more
28 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Dominic)
Quite simply the best workawayer on this planet !!!!!
A creative genius and multi-talent.
Dominic has excellent sense of humour and is very witty. Be prepared to laugh a lot !!!
He is very hard working and always enthusiastic. In his own words, "there are only solutions to problems"
...and he solves all problems in a most creative way.
He… read more
A creative genius and multi-talent.
Dominic has excellent sense of humour and is very witty. Be prepared to laugh a lot !!!
He is very hard working and always enthusiastic. In his own words, "there are only solutions to problems"
...and he solves all problems in a most creative way.
He… read more
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Breana) for host
I did not stay with David and Jurgen but I feel compelled to leave a review beause they were an integral part of my workaway experience. I stayed just up the road at another workaway location, and they looked after us beautifully. We had car troubles and they rescued us several times, they invited us to join them and their workaway guest for meals… read more
28 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marek & Kristina)
Marek and Kristina joined us for a short while, but they really worked hard during their stay and we got to know them well. We had great fun together in the evenings and they cooked us a regional Slovak recipie which tasted delicious.
Marek is physically very strong and dug a huge hole in our stony earth where we are now in the process of building… read more
Marek is physically very strong and dug a huge hole in our stony earth where we are now in the process of building… read more
(Excellent)
12 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marek & Kristina) for host
We were really lucky that our first Workaway hosts were David and Jurgen. We spent with them almost one week. It was one week full of interesting and funny talks during the common dinners, little bit of manual work in garden. we had our own studio in the village - cooker, fridge, shower, bed..everything you need plus two bikes which we used a lot… read more
28 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Nick is a highly talented guitar player and sportsman.
We had a great time when he stayed with us and he was always willing to help out, regardless of what the job involved.
He is not afraid of hard physical work and is great when it comes to socialising.
Thanks Nick for all your help. We hope to see you again one day !
We had a great time when he stayed with us and he was always willing to help out, regardless of what the job involved.
He is not afraid of hard physical work and is great when it comes to socialising.
Thanks Nick for all your help. We hope to see you again one day !
(Excellent)
18 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
David and Jurgen were my first workaway hosts and I couldn't imagine a better experience, they always made sure I had everything I needed and allowed me plenty of time to explore the surrounding area. There is always interesting conversations to be had, I probably spent more time talking than working but they didn't seem to mind.
Thanks again… read more
Thanks again… read more
27 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Salvador)
Perhaps it's unfair to have a favourite workawayer, but Salvador is the one. We now consider him a close friend.
We have exactly the same sense of humour and helped each other and had so much fun. He helped me with spanish and I helped him with english, including reading part of a book together which was great fun.
He is an extremely talented… read more
We have exactly the same sense of humour and helped each other and had so much fun. He helped me with spanish and I helped him with english, including reading part of a book together which was great fun.
He is an extremely talented… read more
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Salvador) for host
David and Jurgen are very good people! I spent more than one month and I had a great time with them! It was my first Workaway experience and I have to say that it was fantastic! I would recommend spending time with them in the lovely Roquebrune-sur-Argens. This village is peaceful and so nice. In fact, there were sometimes people taking pictures… read more
27 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Amar)
Amar was a very reliable workawayer who helped us in a difficult situation, when we suddenly, (during his workaway) had to rush off to the UK due to the death of my Mother.
He took care of everything, including looking after the house, feeding our cats, (although I don't think he is a cat lover) and doing all the other daily chores around the… read more
He took care of everything, including looking after the house, feeding our cats, (although I don't think he is a cat lover) and doing all the other daily chores around the… read more
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Amar) for host
I had the honour of being hosted my David and Jurgen for my first Workaway experience, and what an experience it was!
The village of Roquebrune sur Argens is extremely friendly with plenty of beautiful sights to see. The food was delicious and I enjoyed having interesting conversations with both hosts about shared hobbies and a wide range of… read more
The village of Roquebrune sur Argens is extremely friendly with plenty of beautiful sights to see. The food was delicious and I enjoyed having interesting conversations with both hosts about shared hobbies and a wide range of… read more
17 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Szilveszter) for host
I spent 16 days at the place of David and Jürgen and it was fantastic. I felt so close to the nature due to the Clip car where I slept, and to the amawing wiew from the house. I really enjoyed the long conversations at the balcony at dinnertime, the swimming in the sea or to buy something on a flea market. My main job was to cut the bushes and… read more
9 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jean-Gabriel)
Jean-Gabriel joined us for a couple of weeks and helped us with cutting bushes/chopping wood and the awful task of clearing junk that had accumulated in our garden over many years.
He also helped us get some very rusty bicycles back in a fit state in no time at all.
He had a positive attitude and always made us laugh with his crazy humour !
He… read more
He also helped us get some very rusty bicycles back in a fit state in no time at all.
He had a positive attitude and always made us laugh with his crazy humour !
He… read more
(Excellent)
5 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Pablo)
Pablo helped us for 2 months... so we got to know him really well !
He helped us mainly by cutting bushes and removing the roots of shrubs, (to prevent the hazard of forest fire). It was hard work and he did an immaculate job, even clearing every single bush growing on a near vertical rock on which our house stands. He worked very well, often on… read more
He helped us mainly by cutting bushes and removing the roots of shrubs, (to prevent the hazard of forest fire). It was hard work and he did an immaculate job, even clearing every single bush growing on a near vertical rock on which our house stands. He worked very well, often on… read more
(Excellent)
16 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Biene) for host
Thank you David And Jürgen for inviting me to your Home And the Trust in my work in The appartment.
I was very free in my working shedule And always had enough Time to Explore The Area And beautiful coast.
I enjoyed The evenings with you Talking and laughing, i had The best fun!
I would recommend everybody to Visit you And get to Know you… read more
I was very free in my working shedule And always had enough Time to Explore The Area And beautiful coast.
I enjoyed The evenings with you Talking and laughing, i had The best fun!
I would recommend everybody to Visit you And get to Know you… read more
10 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Biene)
We gave Biene the task of cleaning and tidying our studio flat and she did a great job !
She made some excellent changes, including repositioning our sofa and dinning table which was a huge improvement. She transformed our apartment and made it very homely and cosy....and she did it all on her own !
She is very reliable and can be trusted to… read more
She made some excellent changes, including repositioning our sofa and dinning table which was a huge improvement. She transformed our apartment and made it very homely and cosy....and she did it all on her own !
She is very reliable and can be trusted to… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marc) for host
When i got in contact with David and Jürgen and wrote them that i am 100km away, they have not hesitated to pick me up. In the following two weeks we cleared a part of their land. Beginning of September it was hot and the mosquitos also enjoyed nature. But there were always cold drinks on the porch. The studio in which i sleeped was not used as… read more
12 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marc)
Marc was our first workawayer, and what an amazing experience !
We could not have wished for a better person.
He is highly intelligent, sensitive and laid back, (calm). These chatacteristics are exactly what we were looking for.
His ideas for methods of cutting and transporting our cut bushes/trees transformed our pace of work and made us much… read more
We could not have wished for a better person.
He is highly intelligent, sensitive and laid back, (calm). These chatacteristics are exactly what we were looking for.
His ideas for methods of cutting and transporting our cut bushes/trees transformed our pace of work and made us much… read more
(Excellent)
