Profile information
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Host rating
100 %
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Last replied
23 Jun 2026
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Reply rate
100.0 %
Usually responds within 76 days
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Feedback
22
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Facebook verified
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Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks
Details
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Description
Hi! My name is Karr. The Artist Village is a family-run slow living space in Liwliwa Zambales built by three generations of women who care deeply about art, community, culture, and meaningful travel.
This is home to creatives, dreamers, surfers, remote workers, and travelers looking for a quieter and more intentional way of living. We love sharing conversations, meals, music, stories, and Filipino culture with people from around the world.
For almost 10 years, we’ve been creating community-based programs focused on creativity, youth empowerment, and cultural learning — from art workshops and music mentorships to surf clubs, football clinics, filmmaking, and open-air cinema nights. We’re always open to new ideas and collaborations that can genuinely help the local community grow.
We’re looking for respectful, grounded, and community-minded artists or volunteers who genuinely want to contribute around 4 hours a day in exchange for lodging, shared experiences, and cultural exchange. This setup works best for people who truly care about the space, enjoy helping out, and want to be part of the community — not just travelers looking for a free stay.
If you love slow living, meaningful projects, creativity, and community work, you’ll probably feel at home here.
Volunteers needed on the following dates:
May 16 - May 31 *Workaway Volunteer from UK confirmed
June 1 - June 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
June 15 - June 30 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
July 1 - July 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
July 16 - July 31 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
August 1 - August 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
August 16 -August 31 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Sept 1 - Sept 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Sept 16 - Sept 30 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Oct 1 - Oct 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Oct 16 - Oct 31 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Nov 1 - Nov 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Nov 16 - Nov 30 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Dec 1 - Dec 15 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
Dec 16 - Dec 30 (strictly 1 volunteer only)
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Elderly Companionship
Light gardening
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Light maintenance
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Interests
Pets
Movies & TV
Van life
Self development
Sustainability
Videography
Culture
Charity work
Blogging
Gardening
Photography
Plant care
Music
History
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Animals
Nature
Camping
Beach -
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Workaway volunteers at the Artist Village get to experience more than just a place to stay — they become part of a slow living creative community in Liwa.
In exchange for a few hours of meaningful contribution each day, volunteers can enjoy:
* a peaceful stay near the beach
* cultural exchange with a local Filipino family
* connection with artists, travelers, surfers, and creatives
* opportunities to share their skills, ideas, and passions
* hands-on experience in community-based creative projects
* slower and more intentional living away from city burnout
* local recommendations and immersion in the Liwa community
* space for rest, reflection, creativity, and personal growth
This works best for people who value genuine connection, simple living, collaboration, and respectful community energy. It’s ideal for travelers who want to contribute with purpose while experiencing local culture in a more personal and meaningful way. -
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
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Help
Tasks as follows:
1. Help in taking care of my grandmother and also feeding the dogs at 4pm daily.
2. Help us in frontdesk and guest relations when we have confirmed guests.
3. Help in any art activity or social media postings
TERMINATION AGREEMENT
1. Personal guests/ sleepovers of acquaintances during your volunteering duration is prohibited unless he/she will book a private hut for his/her stay.
2. Use of drugs and illegal substances are strictly prohibited.
3. Artist Village reserves the right to charge extra costs for any damage incurred to the property. We may also request any individual/s or group to vacate the property should they fail to respect Safe Spaces Act of the Philippines:
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Tagalog: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
Enjoy the sight of the Milky Way at our campsite, which has ultrafast wifi for digital nomads and remote work professionals.
We have a limited cube tent style kulambo lodging and a first come first served community-shared Nipa hut located at 3-5 minute walk to our beachfront facing the West Philippine Sea. It can accommodate 2-4 people on weekdays. -
What else ...
We sincerely apologize for the delayed response. Over the past year, the Artist Village went through a transition in family management and operations, and unfortunately we were unable to properly keep up with our Workaway messages during that time.
We truly appreciate your patience and interest in our space. We are now slowly trying to open hosting opportunities again and reconnect with the Workaway community with more intention and care.
Thank you so much for understanding, and we wish you meaningful travels wherever you are.
Quick background from previous experiences with our workaways: The volunteers at the Artist Village can enjoy the slow and laid-back lifestyle of Liwliwa — known for its surf culture, sunsets, local cafés, bonfires, beach walks, and creative community vibe.
Workawayers usually spend their free time surfing, swimming, reading in hammocks, working remotely near the beach, exploring nearby cafés, meeting fellow travelers, or simply slowing down and resting. Liwa is also a great place for journaling, photography, filmmaking, music, and creative inspiration.
Public buses from Manila to Zambales are available daily, and tricycles are the main local transportation around Liwa and nearby areas. We’re also happy to help volunteers with directions, local tips, and recommendations during their stay.
This is best for independent, respectful, and community-minded travelers who are open to simple living, shared spaces, local culture, and meaningful contribution. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
We have reliable fiber internet connection here.
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Space for parking camper vans
We can explore carcamping at our beach front open area.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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My animals / pets
Broadcast (6 years)
Broadcast from the litter of Forecast, who also had a brother dog called podcast...
Broadcast likes to play alpha from the pack when they are at the beach. You'll see him chasing the loud ATVs at the beach, maybe because it's too loud for him.
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She is very smart and easy to get along.
We were able to bike, bike-run, meditate and swim at the waterfalls, ate at a japanese resto and visit a friend's farm.
We really enjoyed … read more
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She is very smart and easy to get along.
We were able to bike, bike-run, meditate and swim at the waterfalls, ate at a japanese resto and visit a friend's farm.
We really enjoyed … read more
Sadly I was only able to stay for two weeks, but they were eventful. Since the beginning Karr told me that they are restarting everything after covid and that I would … read more
It is no problem with us because, we follow certain schedule of activities on a daily basis.
What we appreciate with Michael is his overflowing creativity. We are about to launch a small restaurant cafe and he helped us develop the brand and marketing strat for … read more
Over-all, he is the kind of workaway that always have his camera and audio recorder ready to roll and capture all the activity. We can’t wait to see the final edit and share it on our page.
I … read more
When Oreo arrived, he was very friendly. He helped us in a lot of ways like landscaping our frontyard, doing paint retouch on our signage, cooked crepe as snacks for the kids and played with them by the beach.
We are looking forward with a lot of work in progress happening in the upcoming … read more
Such a sirene, peaceful location within minutes walking of the beach. Super laid-back vibes, great conversation, delicious food, and beautiful souls to share it with. Karr is truly an inspiration; her initiatives and involvement with the youth of the … read more
He is very talented and generous of his skills in helping us with a lot of artworks and instant performances when we have activities for the kids.
He was able to share to the kids his gifts in playing music as a performer as well as to some of our guests.
He is very … read more
Very nice and happy people, very creative, respectful, and they are very kind to me, they make me feel like a member of the family. It is a creative and … read more
They are very helpful and pro-active.
The over-all volunteering experience made our summer activities with the kids worthwhile.
We hope you can come … read more
