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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
28 Jan 2025
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We are a family operated guesthouse in Jericho, Palestine. The property is beautiful and surrounded by an amazing garden and farm, a very peaceful place. Our team of young local hosts are kind and friendly, and eager to have a cultural exchange and make long-lasting friendships with our volunteers.
Minimum 3 week stay is required, and longer stays preferred.
Sometimes shorter periods are also available for last minute workawayers.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn about local customs and traditions in Jericho city and Palestine. Insight into local culture and mentality.
Help
We need an extra pair of hands checking-in & out guests and maintaining the house clean and ready. No specific knowledge needed, only being a kind, trustworthy and hospitable person. Help with gardening tasks - We always serve breakfast to our guests with fresh ingredients from our garden. Familiarity with laundry machines is also a plus, but again we can read the manual if we need to. Also familiarity with and comfort around hen coups and collecting fresh eggs is definitely a plus! Last but not least, some computer skills to follow up reservation info is normally required; yet again we can do away with a paper and pen. We need english as a basic language for communicating with the guests, but other european languages could also be useful.
Our volunteers are no longer requested to help in kitchen work.
Languages
Languages spoken
Arabic: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Hebrew: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Turkish: 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
Single bed in dormitory, couch, swing, mattress on balcony or wherever it would please you to stay. It also sometimes depends on the guests and room occupancy.
What else ...
After learning your way around the sites in Jericho, you can offer to lead/join/show our guests around archaeological & religious sites, museums, parks, hiking trails, and cycling routes. Cycling & Jericho go very well together. Jerusalem, Ramallah & The Dead Sea are within close driving distance. Jericho's peacefulness in general and the property, in particular, make for a great environment for reading, music, relaxation, contemplation, and meditation. Evening bonfire and tea is a habit. We also have cats, hens, and 2 donkeys as pets. We also work with a network of similar local initiatives offering all our volunteers a free night in all major destinations and encouraging our volunteers to explore the region using their free overnight stays.
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
outdoor pets only, compatible with farm animals
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 262615158129
Feedback (26)
16 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Guy)
We've been on workaway for quite some time and received a considerable number of volunteers over may years. By all means, Guy was one of the best and most memorable volunteers we hosted. Coming initially for a month, we were delighted that Guy decided to extended his stay for 2 months more. He was dedicated, responsible, a great team worker, very… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Guy) for host
I had the most incredible experience volunteering here over the summer months. Made some lifelong friends and fell in love with the region. Sadly due to ongoing situation there are no tourists going at the moment which is what the business depends on. Hopefully soon things will return to normal.
As for the work itself, it involves helping with the… read more
As for the work itself, it involves helping with the… read more
29 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I totally recommend it.
The work is simple, you need to clean after the guests and keep the guesthouse tidy. As everything is very clean, it is not difficult to maintain it.
In some cases you might need to help with groups (when guests have many questions and one person is not enough), or you can help… read more
The work is simple, you need to clean after the guests and keep the guesthouse tidy. As everything is very clean, it is not difficult to maintain it.
In some cases you might need to help with groups (when guests have many questions and one person is not enough), or you can help… read more
21 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Carla)
Carla was a great addition to our team as soon as she arrived, filling gaps when staff had to be away to assuming responsibility and dedication whenever needed. She learnt the needed tasks fast and was always helpful, would blindly recommend her to any host! thank you Carla for everything, it was a really pleasure having you and you will be missed
(Excellent
)
21 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anh Nguyet)
Luong was an amazing team member, filling in seamlessly and showing great dedication. Quick to learn and always helpful, we highly recommend them to any host. Thank you, Luong, for everything. You will be missed!
(Excellent
)
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16 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Guy)
We've been on workaway for quite some time and received a considerable number of volunteers over may years. By all means, Guy was one of the best and most memorable volunteers we hosted. Coming initially for a month, we were delighted that Guy decided to extended his stay for 2 months more. He was dedicated, responsible, a great team worker, very… read more
(Excellent)
5 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Guy) for host
I had the most incredible experience volunteering here over the summer months. Made some lifelong friends and fell in love with the region. Sadly due to ongoing situation there are no tourists going at the moment which is what the business depends on. Hopefully soon things will return to normal.
As for the work itself, it involves helping with the… read more
As for the work itself, it involves helping with the… read more
29 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I totally recommend it.
The work is simple, you need to clean after the guests and keep the guesthouse tidy. As everything is very clean, it is not difficult to maintain it.
In some cases you might need to help with groups (when guests have many questions and one person is not enough), or you can help… read more
The work is simple, you need to clean after the guests and keep the guesthouse tidy. As everything is very clean, it is not difficult to maintain it.
In some cases you might need to help with groups (when guests have many questions and one person is not enough), or you can help… read more
21 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Carla)
Carla was a great addition to our team as soon as she arrived, filling gaps when staff had to be away to assuming responsibility and dedication whenever needed. She learnt the needed tasks fast and was always helpful, would blindly recommend her to any host! thank you Carla for everything, it was a really pleasure having you and you will be missed
(Excellent)
21 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anh Nguyet)
Luong was an amazing team member, filling in seamlessly and showing great dedication. Quick to learn and always helpful, we highly recommend them to any host. Thank you, Luong, for everything. You will be missed!
(Excellent)
3 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Oliver Thomas) for host
I had a phenomenal experience staying and volunteering at the guest house. I found the staff to be accommodating and kind and I ended up feeling like part of the family very soon after arrival. I found the work to be calming. Cleaning the floors, doing the laundry and helping prepare the breakfast, all to the sound of the birds singing in the… read more
1 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver Thomas)
it was nice to. host Oliver, he's a helpful, calm and hard working person.
would recommend to any host.
would recommend to any host.
(Excellent)
1 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia)
great vibe, work energy and commitment from Sylvia, she landed among us in the midst of high season where we receive continuous groups and handle a lot of house work. She was there for us when a volunteer is most needed and for this we are forever grateful. Would definitely recommend her to any host if you're looking for reliable and committed… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mary)
Mary's kindness, energy and warm-heartedness was just the perfect fit for us. She cared deeply about the place, our team, the guests and what we do. Most importantly, we really appreciated her hard work, flexibility and understanding in high season. Overall, would definitely recommend her to any host and think she'd be a great addition to any team.
(Excellent)
10 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mary) for host
This is a magical place. I deferred from my studies and was feeling quite lost, until I stumbled upon this place on workaway. Something about the garden caught my attention and so I reached out. At this point I was met by the helpful and friendly owner Ashraf. He talked me through what to expect over a brief video call (although this isn't… read more
26 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Declan) for host
Thank you to everyone (workawayers here will feel like they’re joining a big family) who makes welcoming and fun. Thank you to Sameer and Muna for showing me the ropes and making the work light and full of humour. Jericho was a peaceful place to stay, with things to see when not working, but also a pleasant atmosphere for relaxing between busier… read more
17 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Declan)
Thanks Declan for being a great addition to our team during your time, thank you for your understanding, kindness and huge support, we look forward to your next visit, thanks again!
would recommend to any host! dont think twice
would recommend to any host! dont think twice
(Excellent)
22 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Cormac) for host
I had an amazing time here. It was my first workaway and the furthest I had ever been from home but everyone there made me feel so welcome that it became home for me. I became such good friends with everyone there, and we had a great time not only working together but just hanging out too. They are so kind. The was a good mix of locals and… read more
17 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Cormac)
Thanks Cormac for being a great addition to our team during your time, thank you for your understanding, kindness and huge support, we look forward to your next visit, thanks again!
would recommend to any host! dont think twice
would recommend to any host! dont think twice
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
Thanks James for being a great addition to our team during your time, thank you for your understanding, kindness and huge support, we look forward to your next visit, thanks again!
would recommend to any host! dont think twice
would recommend to any host! dont think twice
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Guigaz)
it was a pleasure to host Adriend as our volunteer and we hope we get the chance to meet him again soon
thanks for all the help :)
thanks for all the help :)
(Very good)
8 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Guigaz) for host
Nice overall experience. I got accepted last minute and stayed at the guesthouse for a month in June 2022. Not a lot of work to do during my stay but I still got 2 days off to discover Palestine. They give you the opportunity to stay around Palestine for free through their hostel network which is a great way to explore and get out of Jericho, as… read more
19 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
I stayed three weeks here in Jericho during Ramadan, and absolutely loved it. The guesthouse is beautiful and peaceful, and the guests are always interesting. The best part of it though was the amazing people- Ashraf, Tariq, Sameer and Muna treated me like friends straight away. They taught me a lot about Palestine; it's culture, traditions,… read more
15 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
Mike was the first volunteer to visit since re-opening the guesthouse after 2 year closure, and he was all we needed to pickup where we left. He was always calm, kind, helpful, always available and very pleasant to be around. All of our team members loved him and felt saddened when he left, but he will have a permanent home in Palestine as long as… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Christophe)
It was nice to have Christophe among us, he was organised, had great communication skills and was friendly to be around. Staff loved him and appreciated his help. We would definately recommend him to any host, thanks a lot Christophe!
(Excellent)
3 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Christophe) for host
I had such a fantastic time at the guesthouse where I stayed for almost 3 weeks. The place is beautiful and peaceful with gardens, trees, chickens, goats... and close to many sites to visit. The staff is very friendly, it was like a family living and working together, sharing stories, and having fun. The work is mostly cleaning the kitchen,… read more
28 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessie )
We hoping to host Jessie but she cancelled due to last minute arrangements
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
16 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Erika) for host
My stay in the hostel has been an incredible and lovely experience. I will always remember this period and the amazing people I met here!
The place is very cozy and located in a calm place not too far from the city centre, so you can get to experience every aspect of the lifestyle of Jericho.
Thank you to all the members and stuff of the hostel… read more
The place is very cozy and located in a calm place not too far from the city centre, so you can get to experience every aspect of the lifestyle of Jericho.
Thank you to all the members and stuff of the hostel… read more
15 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Erika)
Erika joined our team in Spring 2022, and immediately integrated herself into the family with her kindness and great work. It was a busy period, the first season after COVID, and we had a lot of guests, many of which group travelers from Italy. This put a lot of responsibility on Erika but she stood up to it, and massively helped us get through… read more
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (George) for host
I had a great time in Jericho with Ashraf, Basil, Tariq and Sameer who welcomed me into the family and made my first Workaway brilliant. From making Palestinian food to explaining and talking about Palestinian culture my stay was not only a great time but informative as well and really showed a depth of Jericho and Palestine which I wouldn’t have… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (George)
It was great having George among us, he fast became and member of the family. Very hard working, organized and respectful of local customs. Would definitely recommend to any host.
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Zoë) for host
The place is really nice, I liked the house, the garden with all the vegetables, herbs to make tea from, the donkeys and the cats! Ashraf is a very good person, he tries to do his best with and for everything, the staff were also really kind and helpful! It was a very busy period, so there was a lot to do! Making breakfast, doing laundry,… read more
17 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Zoë)
Zoe was very kind, helpful, hardworking. I would definitely recommend her to any host. She helped us over in high season and didn't mind the extra business. We hope to have her among us in Jericho soon
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Katharina ) for host
Best host ever!! December 2019 I had the chance to spend three weeks in this place and I absolutely loved it. The house and garden are simply amazing. The work was easy (prepping breakfast, cleaning, laundry) and the benefits were great: not only does one get free accommodation and meals but also tours and attractions on discount or even free of… read more
27 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lillie) for host
I stayed here for 3 weeks during May/June in Ramadan. it was the off season and very hot so not too much to do, i would love to come back in the winter. Aside from this I had an amazing experience learning about the Palestinian culture and the food (thanks to Tariq and Basil's mums who shared their food with us). The hikes near Jericho are very… read more
17 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marc) for host
I stayed at the inn for about six weeks, and I can’t tell you how much I love this place! It became fast a second home for me, and my first workaway experience couldn’t be better. Ashraf and his family gave me the feeling that I’m more than a guest, and Tareq & Basil are surely the best colleagues I had so far, and became fast good friends… read more
17 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marc)
Marc is one of the best volunteers you'd ever expect to have on board, he is hard working, responsible, active, always available and very kind and fun person to be around! he made himself welcome to our team and family immediately being the kind person that he is, very attentive to others and very helpful. We would recommend Marc to any host for… read more
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alison) for host
Working at Aberjeen was amazing. Ashraf and his crew are so kind, easy to get along with and helpful. The place is incredibly beautiful and you will meet lots of nice people who are passing through and want to learn about Palestine. It is an easy location to see many touristic sites in Jericho as well as easy to travel to other locations in the… read more
17 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)
The worse thing about sara's visit is that I personally couldn't be there on the day she left to say goodbye, but wasn't a surprise to hear other team members were tearing up in the moment. Excellent volunteer, great spirit and a very precious addition to our team during her stay.
thank you sara, hope to see you again soon!
thank you sara, hope to see you again soon!
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
Jessica was great, calm, mature responsible and dedicated. Fun to be around and easy to rely on. Before she left most of us were calling her boss! don't think twice, accept before she finds the next host.
Thank you Jessica for everything!
Thank you Jessica for everything!
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska)
awesome and sweet Franziska, calm, caring and funny volunteer, it was an absolute pleasure to have her over as part of our team and as a friend.. don't think twice!
(Excellent)
2 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Franziska) for host
I stayed 1 month here and really enjoyed the beautiful house with its lovely garden where they grow their own vegetables, fruits and animals :). That place really made me feel being on vacation. Plus, Ashraf, who runs the place is very helpful and generous in any way and made me feel at home very quickly. The job is easy- it contains mostly… read more
30 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anni)
Anni easily became 'the queen of Jericho' within days of her stay, doing great at the guesthouse and becoming popular and loved among the local community with whom she engaged and supported during her stay with english lessons and more.. during her stay she was very reliable and became a part of the auberg-inn family, would blindly recommend her… read more
(Excellent)
29 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anni) for host
This was a great place to start my journey in Palestine. Ashraf was very helpful in getting the volunteers settled in and full of information. Jericho is a nice quite town, very peaceful and the work is not difficult: general cleaning duties and preparing breakfast. If you love animals its a must do!
1 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Aya)
Aya was a great addition to our team, she got along with other volunteers and staff, and showed a lot of responsibility in her attempt to contribute to our project. It was a pleasure to have her over with us and we look forward to her next visit.. would recommend to any host, blind!
(Excellent)
5 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Trevor)
Trevor is excellent: honest, fun, hard working and nice to hang out with
don't think twice
hire him fast before he finds another place!!
don't think twice
hire him fast before he finds another place!!
(Excellent)
5 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Felicitas) for host
even though i only stayed for a week, this guesthouse and its community got a place in my heart. its a wonderful, familiar atmosphere between guests, workers, volunteers, the owner and friends who might come around. here you will find a very well organized work system, most delicious food and enough freetime to explore jericho and around.
thank… read more
thank… read more
28 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Felicitas)
Too bad Feli could stay for only for a few days, but even though, she was of great help and assistance, and fun to be around, we enjoyed her playing the piano in the house and sharing her positive spirit, would definitely recommend her to any host
hope to have her again with us
hope to have her again with us
(Excellent)
3 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anna Henriikka) for host
This place is a pearl of Jericho. I worked 3 weeks with the best people, in a beautiful house and garden rich with fruit and olive trees. Thank you for everything!
28 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna Henriikka)
Henni was a great person, funny to have around, with a nice sense of humor and great love for people, animals and plants. She stayed with us for about 3 weeks and was great help and fun all along, we already miss her!
hope to meet her again soon as she promised.
Would recommend Henni and her big heart to any host!
hope to meet her again soon as she promised.
Would recommend Henni and her big heart to any host!
(Excellent)
28 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Selma Lindhardt)
Selma stayed with us for a week and was of great help and took a lot of responsibility, helped us around with all sort of us in times when we needed it most, a million cheers to selma
hope to host her again with us.
would recommend to any host!
hope to host her again with us.
would recommend to any host!
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna Kerstin)
Among many awesome volunteers this year from workaway, Kerstin, or as everybody in Jericho called her Miss. Anna really stood out. So much that we really believed she was volunteering as our boss, and so we called her that. Of course the kind of boss that cares for her gang and understands everything around. Awesome time with Kertsin and great… read more
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anna Kerstin) for host
An amazing place and two hosts with great hospitality and big hearts – Kais and Ashraf. I stayed for three weeks and felt as part of the family. Kais loves to prepare food and most of the guests gather around the kitchen table in the evenings. You will meet a lot of interesting people and participate in exciting discussions. The work is not… read more
26 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (twinsisters_Mia_Tina) for host
This was such a beautiful experience, and at the end I felt sorry I have to leave. House is beautiful, the garden even more (big garden with many fruits, vegetables, roses and cute animals), and my host Kais was great. He is hospitable and friendly, doing his job with love, and you can talk to him about everything. He is also fer, direct, honest,… read more
6 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie) for host
A great place to volunteer. Ashraf made me feel like part of the family, and was good fun and the guests were always interesting. The garden is amazing, especially when the water arrives from the spring on the hill. There are chickens and Amanda the donkey with her son Rasputin.
14 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)
Stephanie was hardworking, calm, friendly and fun to be around. We enjoyed her stay at our guesthouse and wish she could've stayed for more, we definitely recommend her to any host!
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Winfried)
Winnie was a very nice, polite and helpful volunteer. It was unfortunate he stayed only for a week after we had agreed to host him for a month, but still during his little time he was very helpful and nice to have around.
(Good)
11 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Winfried) for host
I volunteered 1 week here and it was one oft the best experiences of my life !
Kais and his family made me feel like a part oft their family and showed me the taste of palestinean food.
Thank you for the great time !!!
Greetings to Amanda ;)
Kais and his family made me feel like a part oft their family and showed me the taste of palestinean food.
Thank you for the great time !!!
Greetings to Amanda ;)
31 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Felix)
Laura was just great. While we needed someone to help us around with daily work in the guesthouse (and she did that quite perfectly), she also turned out to be of much greater value and helped us with our marketing plans, writing content, photography and business process documentation. She was very kind, polite, responsible, hard working and also… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Felix) for host
Go for it and volunteer at this amazing place!
The house is beautiful and the garden is simply amazing. You will feel home right away.
The contact with Ashraf over workaway was super friendly and he helped me a lot with directions before I came here. I felt really being cared for. Same applies to Kais, who lives here and with whom you'll be… read more
The house is beautiful and the garden is simply amazing. You will feel home right away.
The contact with Ashraf over workaway was super friendly and he helped me a lot with directions before I came here. I felt really being cared for. Same applies to Kais, who lives here and with whom you'll be… read more
14 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Shahid)
Shahid, our first and most awesome volunteer. We had a great time together. Shahid is polite, funny, hard working and fun to be around. He helped us a great deal with daily work as well as planning some future business processes. I would definitely recommend Shahid to any host, hope to see you again soon. Your place will always be reserved.
(Excellent)
14 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Shahid) for host
I highly recommend volunteering here. I stayed here for about two weeks and had a great time. The house is beautiful and it has an incredible garden and is overall a very peaceful place. It is also ideally located close to most of the attractions in jericho, which are easy to get around by bike. Ashraf is a great host, very easy going and fun. And… read more
