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2 Apr 2024
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Description
We are a young couple (both 27) living in beautiful eastfrisia. The eastfrisian islands are 30 km away and in summer definitely worth a trip . We bought an old farm house and are now starting to renovate. We are living here with Monty, our crazy dog and 3 chicken. Task are usually gardening, renovating , ... for 4-5 hours a day. It always depends on what you like:-) As Leon and me are working during week (I have flexible working hours, so am often there..), it may happen that you have to work on your own. Or you can work in the evening time together with us. Or you take days during the week off and help us more on busy weekends. We are very flexible, so it depends on what you like :-)
We provide bikes and the next bus stop is not far away. We could also give you a lift as we drive quite often to aurich (8kms away). A good englisch is a must for understanding tasks and good conversations. In 2015 we did one year of traveling through New Zealand and Thailand and have done lot of helpx (workaway) experiences. Please know that we are not offering long term stays and employment. We would love to find somebody social who would like to learn about our culture and maybe wants to go out for a beer or two.
Looking forward to hear from you!
Current tasks (04/24)
So much going on currently! crazy! construction work started this week and I think it's a great time to join us.
we need help with
- general construction help (getting bricks, cleaning up the construction side, helping the builders)
- setting up our tiny house for living
- gardening
- general help with cooking, household
- cuddling our dog monty
LOOKING FORWARD TO MEET YOU!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The way of living in eastfrisia is always described as a very relaxed and social. We always have people visiting here and spending time together with great memories is very important. Our old farmhouse is a typical eastfrisian way of living.
Projects involving children
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Help
Task are usually gardening, renovating , ... for 4-5 hours a day. It always depends on what you like:-)
Current tasks (03/24 & 04/24)
So much going on currently! crazy! construction work started this week and I think it's a great time to join us.
we need help with
- general construction help (getting bricks, cleaning up the construction side, helping the builders)
- setting up our tiny house for living
- gardening
- general help with cooking, household
- cuddling our dog monty
LOOKING FORWARD TO MEET YOU!
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis 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
Own guest room, shared bathroom. You will of course get meals and food :-)
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?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (5)
That's how it was with Anna & Sammy. From the first moment it was as if we had 2 friends there that we have known for a long time.
We had so many exciting conversations and exchanged about the different cultures. Thick bonus point was that they both liked card games - and I/we… read more
The work was satisfying and I wasn't bored.
I did demolition mostly but they have all different types of jobs that they gave me as as options, so there is something for everyone.
They will make sure you will not work too much and I never lacked for food or a good talk.
The dog is amazing and listened very… read more
Hidde was part of the family from the first moment and we really enjoyed his stay! He is a highly motivated helper with a lot of skills in renovating / working on houses. We were even worried that he is working too much... ;-)
We had great conversations and evenings together… read more
Jon for about a month with us and was a really easygoing guy. Whenever we asked for help, we could count on him. As every day with us is different, he was very flexible with the working hours which helped us a lot. He helped building our greenhouse and before he left, we were even able to finish it! The plants are already… read more
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That's how it was with Anna & Sammy. From the first moment it was as if we had 2 friends there that we have known for a long time.
We had so many exciting conversations and exchanged about the different cultures. Thick bonus point was that they both liked card games - and I/we… read more
The work was satisfying and I wasn't bored.
I did demolition mostly but they have all different types of jobs that they gave me as as options, so there is something for everyone.
They will make sure you will not work too much and I never lacked for food or a good talk.
The dog is amazing and listened very… read more
Hidde was part of the family from the first moment and we really enjoyed his stay! He is a highly motivated helper with a lot of skills in renovating / working on houses. We were even worried that he is working too much... ;-)
We had great conversations and evenings together… read more
Jon for about a month with us and was a really easygoing guy. Whenever we asked for help, we could count on him. As every day with us is different, he was very flexible with the working hours which helped us a lot. He helped building our greenhouse and before he left, we were even able to finish it! The plants are already… read more
Both of them are very nice people. I felt very welcome there and we had many nice conversations. They both always made sure that I felt good. I was also able to get to know Marike's family. Everyone was very nice.
I… read more
Stefanie stayed for one week and we really wished that she could have stayed longer. (Although we asked her probably 100 times, she said she has to leave for the next workaway host- well, lucky for them :D ) .
It is so nice to… read more
He stayed for 5 weeks and we had a really great time with him. For us, it immediately felt like we have a new family member. It was absolutely easygoing to live with him and we had a lot of fun while working, drinking beer or watching series together.
His work… read more
If I could've noted 6 stars, I would've done it!
At the start, Leon and Marike were really welcoming and instantly made me feel comfortable in the house. They have a young mindset and it makes it really easy to connect with them!
I learned a lot during my month there, especially about construction… read more
