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We are a small family living in a small ruraltown called San Martin de Unx in the wine producing area of northern Spain. We've been running this place for the past 22 years but there´s always work that has to be done that we can't manage to keep up with... it would be lovely to have some extra willing hands!
In this area of rural Spain there are many chores to be done, and here, if you help someone to collect their grapes it is an unspoken agreement that when the time comes you will have their help to pick your olives.etc. No money changes hands, it has long been a way of life in small comunities such as this.
While we don´t necessarily want anyone to pick olives or grapes we often need help with other areas of our life here which has nothing to do with the house which we run. In exchange, we are very willing to help our visitors with their Spanish or even get an idea of how Basque sounds! We can teach you basic Spanish or English dishes and of course take you to get to know the area...there´s lots to see! We have had some great times with our workawayers over the years many of whom have returned to visit with family and friends...some to even repeat the workaway experience. We look forward to seeing you!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Gardening
Animal Care
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They could learn how to cook traditional Spanish foods and practice the language. We are language teachers so help will certainly be at hand for those who need help with their Spanish! We will help our visitors to get to know the area.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
At last, volunteering might include picking grapes, olives, almonds, walnuts...depending on the season. Maybe also pruning. And we also need help with cleaning and tidying...
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Basque: 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
Double room with bathroom...separate from the family house
What else ...
This is a VERY quiet rural dwelling/motel. My husband and I are both semi-retired language teachers and we, our son and a part-time worker run this place. However we know that there are various jobs to be done that we just can´t manage to cope with.... Younger hands and arms are needed! Food is abundant and, if you pleas, also vegan/vegetarian friendly.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 225923778922
Feedback (38)
13 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jana Marie) for host
I’ve spent about two weeks with Andy and I really loved it! He is such a fantastic cook and I loved eating and learning to cook the traditional food of the region. It was always fun working with him or just enjoy a free evening with some passionate exchanges of music. If you are passionate about hiking, that’s a beautiful place to go where you… read more
19 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (AlbertoandEva) for host
This was our first experience with Workaway and it was amazing! Everything and even more than what we could have imagined. Andy is a very nice, chill and open person. We have shared a lot of joyful moments both during working hours as in between or after busier times of the day. We have enjoyed every moment of our stay at his place. We will for… read more
21 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Davide) for host
Wow! I spent such a great time, I couldn't ask for a better first Workaway experience. Andy is welcoming and easy-going, he's an hard worker but at the same time the work was really relaxing, he knows how to create the right mood. I enjoyed every single moment during my two weeks' stay. There are not strictly rules, just enjoy the experience.… read more
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13 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jana Marie) for host
I’ve spent about two weeks with Andy and I really loved it! He is such a fantastic cook and I loved eating and learning to cook the traditional food of the region. It was always fun working with him or just enjoy a free evening with some passionate exchanges of music. If you are passionate about hiking, that’s a beautiful place to go where you… read more
19 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (AlbertoandEva) for host
This was our first experience with Workaway and it was amazing! Everything and even more than what we could have imagined. Andy is a very nice, chill and open person. We have shared a lot of joyful moments both during working hours as in between or after busier times of the day. We have enjoyed every moment of our stay at his place. We will for… read more
21 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Davide) for host
Wow! I spent such a great time, I couldn't ask for a better first Workaway experience. Andy is welcoming and easy-going, he's an hard worker but at the same time the work was really relaxing, he knows how to create the right mood. I enjoyed every single moment during my two weeks' stay. There are not strictly rules, just enjoy the experience.… read more
6 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Macklen) for host
Whoa man! What is there to say about this place which can accurately depict my stay? I was there for two weeks, but when I wanted to stay longer they were all very accommodating!
Andy is the hardest worker I've met even though he'd never admit it. He's got a great sense of humor and very personable; great for a conversation, especially about… read more
Andy is the hardest worker I've met even though he'd never admit it. He's got a great sense of humor and very personable; great for a conversation, especially about… read more
21 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
The élite of WW, great worker and even nicer person. Never met such a responsible, hardworking and proactive young person... She sure knows how to work and when to have a laugh... Hannah spent over 5 weeks at the ranch and never stopped. We made such a good team. We already miss her!! Cowboy bar, shopping bags, van life, hitting the town, pizza… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
I stayed 5 weeks at the place and it was such a great experience! As soon as I arrived I felt like part of the family. Andy, Linda and Pedro were so welcoming, they always made sure I was ok and had enough to eat! Linda made some incredible meals for us, home cooked food like cottage pie and roast dinners as well as some typical Spanish dishes.… read more
21 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jean-Baptiste)
What a guy !! He was here with us for a week and a half, arrived just on time for the party... helped put at the ranch, did his bit, pull his weight!!! A proper enfant terrible!! Fantastic hair !! Big hug!!
(Excellent)
14 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jean-Baptiste) for host
I only stayed at Andy's for a week, but I had a great experience there. :)
Andy is a really funny guy, always full of communicative energy but also deeply laid-back, which is a great mix to have in a 'boss'. :) He and the other workawayers immediately made me feel welcome.
For half the week, the work consisted of helping with the English Camp,… read more
Andy is a really funny guy, always full of communicative energy but also deeply laid-back, which is a great mix to have in a 'boss'. :) He and the other workawayers immediately made me feel welcome.
For half the week, the work consisted of helping with the English Camp,… read more
5 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luca Marek) for host
I stayed there for five weeks and it was a very good experience. I can highly recommend it.
It's been very fun working with Andy. We shared many laughs and within hours there were already many insider jokes. Andy is laid back, easy going and at the same time he has got everything under control.
Also, Andy took us to all the beautiful small towns… read more
It's been very fun working with Andy. We shared many laughs and within hours there were already many insider jokes. Andy is laid back, easy going and at the same time he has got everything under control.
Also, Andy took us to all the beautiful small towns… read more
18 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sjors & Noor)
Lovely couple, harworking people and a great laugh!! Excellent monitors, good cooking skills and very proactive! It was a pleasure having them here !!
(Excellent)
29 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sjors & Noor) for host
We stayed with Andy, Linda and Pedro for almost five weeks and we had such an amazing time! They are a special family: welcoming, warm, funny and extremely generous.
The work was very nice as well. Because we would be a monitor during three child camps a bit later in our stay, we had a very relaxing time before that. We decided to help Andy… read more
The work was very nice as well. Because we would be a monitor during three child camps a bit later in our stay, we had a very relaxing time before that. We decided to help Andy… read more
2 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host
It was certainly a great adventure I had while volunteering for Andy and his family. From the start Andy was very welcoming, always went above and beyond to make sure everything was right and that me and the other volunteers there were enjoying ourselves and having a good experience. He took me out numerous occasions on days off and I got to… read more
1 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jonathan) for host
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This was an excellent Workaway experience. The host, Andy, and his parents, Linda and Pedro, could not have been more welcoming, generous or fair in their management of Workawayers' duties. The site, is in a beautiful area and boasts good facilities, and I enjoyed a comfortable room (with en suite bathroom) to myself. The work… read more
This was an excellent Workaway experience. The host, Andy, and his parents, Linda and Pedro, could not have been more welcoming, generous or fair in their management of Workawayers' duties. The site, is in a beautiful area and boasts good facilities, and I enjoyed a comfortable room (with en suite bathroom) to myself. The work… read more
16 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mitch) for host
An absolutely fantastic workaway. From the start, Andy and his family welcomed me like I was a long-lost member of their family. The food there is exceptional, to say it's the best Spanish food I've ever eaten is an understatement, and the work was not only cruisy but very enjoyable! Andy has got to be one of the funnest people I've ever met,… read more
22 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (seanwestern) for host
One of the most enjoyable experiences I have had on Workaway since I started nearly 3 years ago. Although the camps with the kids could be long days it barely felt like work. I had some very interesting chats with Linda, Pedro and Jose Mari and plenty of laughs having a can of pop with Andy and the other workawayers. Many thanks to Danny also for… read more
15 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hsien Tzu) for host
One of the amazing and fun and funny and interesting and unexpected experience workaway Iva ever had! Although I didn’t expect to spend time with such many spanish children to help their English but some of the kids are so cute and I found there’s even a little baby Martina she is just soooo adorable that I already fall in love with her the first… read more
18 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Valerie) for host
I recently spent 2 weeks and this was my 2nd time doing workaway there. My stay was just as nice as I remember the last time. We had 2 groups of children come for English camp, and various guests at the hostal and restaurant. The location is rural but not so far away from the nearest village, town, and Pamplona. Always things to keep you busy and… read more
10 Oct 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Valerie)
A fantastic all round helper...and a good sport too....She made us Spanish omelette for supper last night. She´s been a welcome part of our family life and I´m sure she knows she´ll be welcome to come again. This is only our second experience with volunteers and it couldn´t be more encouraging. Thanks Valerie! Pedro, Linda and Fatna.
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Esa-Tuomas & Pirjo) for host
We were privileged to spend a month here as Workaways.
Linda, Pedro, Andy, Fatna, Mohammed, Martin, Olga and Khadesja are awesome personalities and from the very beginning we felt that we are part of this family without forgetting the other Workaways, Holger, Josemari and Charlie. The assignments were easy and light, the camps were rewarding and… read more
Linda, Pedro, Andy, Fatna, Mohammed, Martin, Olga and Khadesja are awesome personalities and from the very beginning we felt that we are part of this family without forgetting the other Workaways, Holger, Josemari and Charlie. The assignments were easy and light, the camps were rewarding and… read more
5 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (José María & Fátima) for host
Hoy hemos terminado nuestra primera experiencia como Workawayers durante 22 días. Ha sido realmente fantástico en todos los sentidos pero sin lugar a dudas, lo mejor ha sido encontrarnos con una maravillosa familia que ya consideramos como la nuestra. Linda, Pedro, Andy como anfitriones, a los que añadiría a Martín, un hombre tan puro y auténtico… read more
23 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (wayfarer1738) for host
I cannot really express my gratitude for this family. I came to volunteer with them at their English camp and I feel like we became a family. We shared so many great memories together and had a blast teaching the kids from many different schools. The whole family is wonderful and the staff is full of life and joy.
Andy is one of those guys who… read more
Andy is one of those guys who… read more
5 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kyle) for host
I really enjoyed my stay here. Pedro, Linda, Andy, and Fatna couldn't have been more generous and kind. I'm very grateful to have been given the opportunity to spend three amazing weeks at their home. My room was very comfortable, and the food was delicious. I enjoyed exploring the nearby towns like San Martin de Unx, Tafalla, Olite, Lerga, and… read more
24 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Faro) for host
I spent a total of three weeks with the host and helping with the summer language camp and exploring the surronding area. Linda, Pedro, Andy and Fatna run a great 2-week camp for kids and I probably had as much fun as the kids did.
On a typical day I usually helped with cooking classes and english writing, officiated games and supervised pool… read more
On a typical day I usually helped with cooking classes and english writing, officiated games and supervised pool… read more
5 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jake & Katharine) for host
Linda and Pedro were truly incredible hosts. We were treated like family from the moment we arrived, and because of their hospitality, we had an incredible two weeks. They hosted my family of four during their English immersion camp, and they were more than willing to take us out exploring when free time allowed. We made lifelong memories and… read more
23 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Christian) for host
In fact, I found my second familie in Spain :D
Linda, Peter, Bonito Andy, Fatna, Cojones Martin and the other lovely people... Thank you very much for this incredible, funny, fiestaaa August.
It was a pleasure for me to meet you and to work for you!
You are incredibly wonderful, open and very friendly, humorous, very hospitable.
I will never… read more
Linda, Peter, Bonito Andy, Fatna, Cojones Martin and the other lovely people... Thank you very much for this incredible, funny, fiestaaa August.
It was a pleasure for me to meet you and to work for you!
You are incredibly wonderful, open and very friendly, humorous, very hospitable.
I will never… read more
6 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Joseph & Angel) for host
I had the privilege this year of stopping with Linda, Pedro and their incredible family for the month of July and my stay could not have been better. This was my first workaway experience and so I naturally felt anxious before meeting them but I was put immediately at ease by their great characters and warm generosity. They do what they can to… read more
17 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Joseph & Alexandra) for host
We miss Linda and Pedro so much already, and Rex, Donkey, Hook, Aika, Ginger, Duchess and Sooty.
In our five weeks with Linda and Pedro, we ate like kings, being fortunate enough to try many of Linda's incredible recipes. She even taught us how to make tortilla de patatas and many Spanish food customs. We helped on several English camps for… read more
In our five weeks with Linda and Pedro, we ate like kings, being fortunate enough to try many of Linda's incredible recipes. She even taught us how to make tortilla de patatas and many Spanish food customs. We helped on several English camps for… read more
11 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Siobhan) for host
Linda and Pedro are extremely generous and lovely people. They were true host towards us and we feel so lucky to have been able to stay with them and share a little bit of their life. This was our first workaway and it couldn't have gone better. We spent about 2 weeks with them, the second helping with an English course with kids. Prior to the… read more
1 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
Linda and Pedro are lovely and generous people and I felt very welcome at their home. They have created this very special and interesting place in a beautiful area, which is definitely worth visiting! I spent 2 weeks at their place and had a great time. The work with the children is always fun and doesn't really feel like work. Only at the end of… read more
21 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Neil) for host
My first workaway and it was an awesome time , everyone was very friendly and helpful, linda, pedro, andy, daniel and fatna thanks a million. Working the children was very fun and tiring but the meals were sublime. And had days off to see the bulls run.
Getting to know the kids by the second week was the highlight and ed's classic slow… read more
Getting to know the kids by the second week was the highlight and ed's classic slow… read more
30 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Marianne & Sam) for host
We spent three weeks at the casa with Linda and Pedro, along with Fatna, Martin, the dogs, the donkey and about 75 nine-year-olds with limited English skills. It was great fun!
The work to do there never feels like work, and is often really what you make of it yourself. There are nuts to be picked or cracked, vegetables to be harvested, kids to be… read more
The work to do there never feels like work, and is often really what you make of it yourself. There are nuts to be picked or cracked, vegetables to be harvested, kids to be… read more
24 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Mac)
Mac...We miss you!!! Mac was a delight to have here. He's very willing to help out with any task...except that he's afraid of our donkey
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Mac) for host
I had a great time! Thank you Pedro, Linda, Fatna, Martin, and the other workawayers! The others have already said almost all I could say. The best thing I could say about them is that, after they offered to have me longer, I spent almost all of my three months in Spain with them. It is very rural, but the surrounding small villages are very… read more
21 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Felix1091) for host
I had a fantastic summer in San Martín with Linda, Pedro, Fatna and the other workawayers. I was welcomed into the family right from the first day; Linda and Pedro are both overwhelmingly kind and I was very sad leaving them after a great month full of experiences I definitely don’t want to miss.
We all arrived in time for their language camps… read more
We all arrived in time for their language camps… read more
28 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
I can't speak highly enough of this workaway and everyone I met there! I spent two weeks at casapedro during one of the language camps and was welcomed from the off as part of the family by Linda and Pedro who are both unbelievably kind and great characters. As said by Julie we did eat like kings, I don't think I've ever eaten so well in my life… read more
25 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Julie & Eric) for host
We spent about 10 days with Linda and Pedro and it was fantastic! We were welcomed into their family and immediately felt at home. They picked us up from the train station and were glad to show us the nearby towns and attractions.
We ate like kings and probably even gained weight here. Linda's cooking is so good it was hard to stop.
We were… read more
We ate like kings and probably even gained weight here. Linda's cooking is so good it was hard to stop.
We were… read more
2 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Harry) for host
I had a fantastic time! Linda, Pedro, Martin, Lulu, and everyone else who I met during my stay, really made me feel at home, and part of a family. Not once while there did the work feel like a chore, you do what has to be done around the house in a more contributing sense. This really helps in regards to bringing everyone together, as there is a… read more
5 Sep 2013
Left by Workawayer (Jon) for host
Wonderfull people. As a volunteer I felt really lucky for being accommodated by them!!! If you're lucky and work hard enough you can be a volunteer here as well!!
I'm hoping to come back in a few years with improved spanish!
Big hug and kisses to Linda & Pedro and all the other nice people I've met during my stay!
I'm hoping to come back in a few years with improved spanish!
Big hug and kisses to Linda & Pedro and all the other nice people I've met during my stay!
8 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (Rosa & Abigail) for host
We are two friends who stayed with Linda and Pedro for roughly 3 weeks and we had a terrific time in the beautiful San Martin.
Linda and Pedro were both very hospitable considering our situation of turning up relatively last minute.
We arrived the same time as an English course was running for Spanish speaking children around the ages of 6-11… read more
Linda and Pedro were both very hospitable considering our situation of turning up relatively last minute.
We arrived the same time as an English course was running for Spanish speaking children around the ages of 6-11… read more
1 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (JAMES & Catherine) for host
Staying with Linda and Pedro was far from boring! They are both very kind and generous hosts, and live in an interesting and beautiful area (and house). The work was easy-going or when the hostal was busy, good fun. We had plenty of time to see the local area, where there is a lot to see in nearby towns such as Olite and Pamplona as well as local… read more
24 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (Sergio) for host
I had a great two months in San Martin de Unx helping to Pedro and Linda...
The tasks were varied and in a very frienly atmosphere... pruning the vineyard, building a barbaque, feeding the donkey...
I had my own room with private bathroom and there was plenty and good food all the time...
The property is located one kilometre away from the town… read more
The tasks were varied and in a very frienly atmosphere... pruning the vineyard, building a barbaque, feeding the donkey...
I had my own room with private bathroom and there was plenty and good food all the time...
The property is located one kilometre away from the town… read more
14 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (Kelsey) for host
We could not have imagined better workaway hosts! Linda and Pedro were so welcoming and easy-going. They were very hospitable throughout our stay. They picked us up from our bus stop in a nearby town, and on our days off, they generously gave us a ride to nearby villages. They are also amazing cooks! Linda fed us really well and they both made us… read more
10 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelsey)
It was a pleasure to have Kelsey and her friend Glenn stay with us. They both worked really hard and did all the painting we needed doing! As Glenn is really tall he didn´t need to use a step ladder! Pedro and I found them to be warm and easy to be with. We would certainly welcome them back whenever they´d like to come! Thanks to you both for… read more
(Excellent)
23 Oct 2012
Left by Workawayer (Cheryl) for host
I really enjoyed my time with Linda, Pedro and Fatna in their little hotel. The location is perfect for those who want to live a quiet life in a beautiful, relaxing part of Spain (apart from when the kids arrive for the English language camps!)
Linda and Pedro are lovely, kind hosts and I was welcomed immediately into their beautiful home and I… read more
Linda and Pedro are lovely, kind hosts and I was welcomed immediately into their beautiful home and I… read more
10 Oct 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Cheryl)
Brilliant!! A great help in a great time of need with an English Course. We´re very grateful to you Cheryl. Thanks. It was a pleasure to know you and I´m sure you know that you´ll be very welcome to come back...even if we have no work for you. It was also lovely to have someone with us who was ready to eat almost everything (in large… read more
(Excellent)
