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The Project: This 5-story Bamboo house is built like a wedding cake, with 360° views. To the east you look across the river and over the tops of the mangroves, to the south you have a view of the soccor field, to the west a view of the village and even the ocean from the top floor.. This bamboo tower has has been built to live in harmony with the elements and surrounding nature, with open walls on every floor. Each floor has a spectacular view, with views from the showers and the toilets too! This home has been gradually built of bamboo, recycled and natural materials by loving local hands over the past 16 years (and we are still going!)
Your host: I fell in love with beautiful Mompiche, moved here and started to build my dream house in 2006. Nick-named 'Sirena', originally 'Nancy', a massage therapist from California. As a fun-loving, quirky and passionate host, on arrival Sirena will give you a tour of the village to show you all the unique experiences and local insights, introduce you to the local community, and all the cool little hidden spots. I love hosting, nature, Mompiche, healthy living, cooking with the exotic local ingredients and playing dominos!
Ideal volunteers: We are looking for self-motivated, someone that when they see something needs to be done they do it. This accommodation and the village are well suited to volunteers who are laid back, eco-friendly nature lovers, unpretentious and adventurous.
The neighbourhood: Mompiche is a quaint fishing/surfing village with a pristine 40-mile crescent moon bay and a vibrant community of locals, expats and visitors. From October to April there are world-class waves, attracting surfers from around the world. It is surrounded by jungle with monkeys and tons of birds, including toucans and parrots. Don’t be deceived by Mompiche’s quaint size - it boasts a lively community with lots of things to do.
This home is located a short stroll (3-5 min.) from restaurants, bars, shops, beaches and much more!
The surrounding area is green and beautiful. There are many islands and sights nearby to explore, including Playa Negra and Isla Portete. If there is no swell here in Mompiche, you don't have to go far to find it. Walking up the river brings you into a whole different world full of noisy monkeys, birds, toucans, parrots, in an exotic display of flora and fauna. Chocolate making, basket weaving, and coconut cracking classes are available. Tours of the jungle and yoga can be arranged. You can explore the incredible surrounding area on foot or in kayaks, on horseback, or on a motorboat.
How it works: I ask for a contribution of $10 a week for unlimited drinking water you can drink and a bed in my dream house. If you want to use the internet, I charge $5 per week. You can choose to participate in 5 breakfasts and 5 dinners for $35 a week. I only ask for 15 hours of work a week when participating in the meals. By the way, I am a very delicious and healthy cook.
I have a 2-week minimum. Firm. Please don't ask to come if you don't have at least 2 weeks to volunteer. Thank you.
Please let me know when you want to come, how long you plan to stay and if you plan to join us for the meals.
The menu:
Here is last week's menu so you can get an idea of how well I treat my volunteers. Breakfast all come with a Pot of Tea or Fresh Brewed Coffee
Monday - Italian Breakfast: Polenta w/eggs topped with Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce & Dinner: Bake Halibut w/Passion Fruit Sauce, Barley/Rice Risotto & lots of Steamed Veggies & Dinner: Peanut Butter/Chicken Pasta made w/garlic, ginger, naraghia juice, toasted sesame seeds
Tuesday - Ecuatoriano - Maduro, and eggs - maduros are sauteed ripe plantains & Dinner: Shrimp in Curry/Coconut milk sauce served with Mashed Potatoes & Salad
Wednesday - Mompichero - Banana pancakes w/ Caramelized Pineapple Sauce & fruit & Dinner: Big Italian Salad w/lots of veggies & avocado
Thursday -North Americano-Crispy Potatoes cooked w/ onions, red & green bell peppers & eggs & Pesto Pasta made w/fresh basil & spinach and toasted peanuts & garlic bread
Friday - French - French toast w/ homemade Raspberry Sauce and Papaya salad & Lungustinos Encocado this is Giant Prawns cooked in Coconut milk w/rice
(Lugustinos (giant prawns) are seasonal and not always available, but I always try to do something special on Fridays to show appreciation for the weeks work.)
The meals are big part of the experience here at the Casa , so please let me know if you plan to participate in the meals, any dietary requirements and how long you expect to stay. Thanks!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Don't be a tourist, come and be a part of the community.
Learn everything about Bamboo, I have made lots of mistakes so you can see examples of bamboo work done right and done wrong.
Learn how to cook with all the local exotic ingredients like giant shrimp, clams, all different kinds of fish, make homemade coconut milk, cook with the best chocolate in the world grown right here in Mompiche.
Learn to make chocolate from the bean to the cake.
Learn or practice your skills surfing on world-class waves. Our waves come in sets of four, the first is small for beginners to the fourth for the more seasoned surfer.
Take a jungle tour and see monkeys, toucans, and much more. Learn the uses of local herbs and plants.
I can set you up with a very good Spanish teacher if interested.
Yoga, massage, basket weaving, and horseback riding can be arranged.
And much more.
Help
We just changed the roof from “toquilla” (thatched grass) to recycled tetra pack. In doing so we discovered all the bamboo under the toquilla roof was rotten and we had to replace all the bamboo. In doing so we had to tear out the lighting, outlets, bathrooms etc. which we are currently replacing. When we’re ready, the next big job is to install a spa bath.
Types of skills/jobs required:
- Construction
- Cleaning
- Plumbing
- Curing/Varnishing
- General DIY maintenance
- Making furniture
- Organising
- Creatives (mosaic, painting, signs – although there aren’t many walls to paint)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
I have 3 double beds and 2 single beds 2 showers!, and 3 toilets with amazing views. Kitchen includes refrigerator, oven, blender, running water and stove!
I have two cats llaona and Puma and a dog, Zaya.
The volunteer accommodation is a private sleeping loft off the kitchen, or there are beds in the lower floors.
What else ...
There is a new ATM in Mompiche that works most of the time. If you want to use the internet I charge $5 a week. Or you can use internet cafes.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Yes, I have a very good internet connection here. I would be happy to host digital nomads. Internet access costs $5 per week.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
3-4 hours a day 5 days a week
Host ref number: 281789739886
Feedback (69)
23 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ariane & Kirren)
Ariane and Kirren were smart helpfull and fun volunteers. Kirren put up my new shower and Ariane helped me promote my new swuit. I can highly recommend them to any host. Hope to see you again one day, thanks for your help and best wishes.
(Excellent
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21 Dec 2022
It doesn't take long to fall in love with Mompiche, Sirena and the big bamboo house. Our favourite workaway and destination so far!
3 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ken)
It was a pleasure to have Ken for a volunteer. He was always ready for any job I asked for. He is a good worked, he help finish my new set of stairs and much more. What I liked best was how much he enjoyed the work and everything else, I love how he loved my little village of Mompiche, he also enjoyed the other volunteers witch made it fun to have… read more
(Excellent
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27 Jun 2022
Living in this place was one of the best experiences of my life, and it was also my first workaway. Sirena (the owner) is full of contagious energy and love. She does everything she can to make sure you are comfortable and pleased with your experience. She also makes wonderful meals for breakfast and dinner five days out of the week.
The sense… read more
The sense… read more
3 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tara )
I was pleasantly surprised with Lila and Tara, they are young and I had some bad experiences with the younger workers. But Lila and Tara were very good workers. The thing I liked best about them is they were very self-motivated, and when they saw something needed to be done they would do it. They made cute planters out of Bamboo, organized my… read more
(Excellent
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30 Jun 2022
My stay at Sirena’s was wonderful; she does not disappoint! Her delicious meals are cooked with the most love and she makes all her volunteers feel like family. The bamboo work was very decent and the hours were flexible. Three weeks didn’t feel long enough a stay for such a beautiful experience! Thank you for everything Sirena
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23 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ariane & Kirren)
Ariane and Kirren were smart helpfull and fun volunteers. Kirren put up my new shower and Ariane helped me promote my new swuit. I can highly recommend them to any host. Hope to see you again one day, thanks for your help and best wishes.
(Excellent
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21 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ariane & Kirren) for host
It doesn't take long to fall in love with Mompiche, Sirena and the big bamboo house. Our favourite workaway and destination so far!
3 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ken)
It was a pleasure to have Ken for a volunteer. He was always ready for any job I asked for. He is a good worked, he help finish my new set of stairs and much more. What I liked best was how much he enjoyed the work and everything else, I love how he loved my little village of Mompiche, he also enjoyed the other volunteers witch made it fun to have… read more
(Excellent
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27 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ken) for host
Living in this place was one of the best experiences of my life, and it was also my first workaway. Sirena (the owner) is full of contagious energy and love. She does everything she can to make sure you are comfortable and pleased with your experience. She also makes wonderful meals for breakfast and dinner five days out of the week.
The sense… read more
The sense… read more
3 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tara )
I was pleasantly surprised with Lila and Tara, they are young and I had some bad experiences with the younger workers. But Lila and Tara were very good workers. The thing I liked best about them is they were very self-motivated, and when they saw something needed to be done they would do it. They made cute planters out of Bamboo, organized my… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tara ) for host
My stay at Sirena’s was wonderful; she does not disappoint! Her delicious meals are cooked with the most love and she makes all her volunteers feel like family. The bamboo work was very decent and the hours were flexible. Three weeks didn’t feel long enough a stay for such a beautiful experience! Thank you for everything Sirena
3 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lila)
I was pleasantly surprised with Lila and Tara, they are young and I had some bad experiences with the younger workers. But Lila and Tara were very good workers. The thing I liked best about them is they were very self-motivated, and when they saw something needed to be done they would do it. They made cute planters out of Bamboo, organized my… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lila) for host
My stay at Sirena’s place was wonderful. She is in fact an amazing cook, providing us with new, delicious and original meals everyday of the week. She made a huge effort to help us meet people our age and always made sure we were happy and having a good time :) The work was fairly easy and straightforward and José, the paid worker, quickly became… read more
29 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ivory)
Ivory is a breath of fresh air—Smart, talented, and fun to have around. Ivory writes very well and helped with some emails. She did a few sewing jobs for me and they came out very nicely. She surprised us with brownies made from the local chocolate many times. Her Spanish reading, writing, and speaking are good. I can highly recommend Ivory and… read more
(Excellent
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26 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ivory) for host
My only regret was not coming to volunteer sooner. It is a little paradise tucked away right by the river and with a beautiful view of the surrounding jungle. Sirena is a wonderful, energetic, and devoted host, and though she may be a little feisty, you can tell that she really puts so much soul into her Workaway project and making sure volunteers… read more
24 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (AIKATERINI) for host
11 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Josee)
Josee and her friend were really great volunteers and I can highly recommand them to any host. They're smart, hard working and efficient. When I had to leave to Quito for an emergency, I felt very confident in leaving my house in their hands.
Thanks for all your help.
Best wishes,
Sirena
Thanks for all your help.
Best wishes,
Sirena
(Excellent
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3 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Josee) for host
I spent 2 weeks at the house in January and it was definitely a unique experience! Sirena is very passionate about her house building project, which has been a life long journey. The house is set amongst huge trees that provide shade and keep the house cool and comfortable on sunny days. It is an open-air house and I really enjoyed the sounds of… read more
5 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph & Nina Dragana )
Cris and Nina were excellent volunteers, smart, hardworking, with lots of good ideas. It was a pleasure to work with them and enjoy their company and they would be welcome back anytime.
Thanks for all your help and best wishes.
Sirena
Thanks for all your help and best wishes.
Sirena
(Excellent
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3 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Christoph & Nina Dragana ) for host
We fell in love with mompiche and Sirenas place! Its such a good vibe, friendly people, good surf and the meals Sirena cooked for us where delicious. The work was not hard but fun - we helped renovating the second floor together with a worker. You have a lot of free time to explore this little village and the surroundings, go surf or just chill at… read more
19 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Aiden & Rhea)
Aiden and Rhea were very good volunteers always ready to tackle any task I gave them and were a pleasure to have around. So glad you enjoyed your stay here and I am sure you are enjoying Peru. Best wishes and Happy trails.
(Excellent
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16 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Aiden & Rhea) for host
We did our first ever workaway at Sirena's incredible bamboo house and it did not disappoint :) This great first experience has made us recommend workaway to so many people and left us eager to do more! Sirena immediately made us feel welcome she is extremely funny & chatty and an amazing cook. We have already said how much we miss her healthy… read more
9 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Logan)
Logan is a really nice guy and a great volunteer! Self motivated, hard working and fun! I can highly recommend him to any host. Logan you are welcome back any time. And thank you for all your help. Happy trails and good luck with your future plans.
(Excellent
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8 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Logan) for host
Amazing experience! I stayed with Sirena for two weeks and wish I could have stayed for longer. The work was not too hard but also a good introduction into bamboo construction. Sirena was super nice and friendly and was able to show me everything around town. The food alone is a good reason to come here. I absolutely loved my stay in Mompiche and… read more
18 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ruaraidh) for host
It was my first work away and I am so grateful to Sirena because it was the best experience I could have asked for. I was introduced to countless friends and made to feel very welcomed by everyone. I loved learing dominos and all about Mompiche which is a little paradise. Sirena set us up on lots of amazing activities like the Jungle Tour and… read more
2 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Danny and Benny, thank you for your help. They did the hard work of cleaning and curing the bamboo so I am now ready to put up the rest of my new roof. They also painted the inside of the new roof that is going up, which is also a big help.
I wish you both well on the rest of your adventures.
Happy trails, Sirena
I wish you both well on the rest of your adventures.
Happy trails, Sirena
(Excellent
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28 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
It was an amazing experience staying here. The food was excellent. I especially loved the variety of teas which were complimentary with every breakfast. Make sure to try the poached eggs... amazing! The work was hard during the first week but I definitely was left feeling accomplished at the end of the week. The house is very unique and I wont be… read more
9 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Janine & Viktoria)
Janine, Viki, and David were hard-working, self-motivated and fun to have around! I can highly recommend them to any host. Hope everything is going well for all of you and maybe I'll see you again one day.
Best wishes, Sirena
Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
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9 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Janine & Viktoria) for host
We had a beautiful stay at Sirenas' wonderful bamboo house!
It was 2 weeks full of amazing food, intense Domino nights, dances in the kitchen, birdwatching, surfing attempts, toilet visits with a view... and some little work which was easy and fun.
Spending new years eve at yours and the black sanded beach was magic (even though you don't really… read more
It was 2 weeks full of amazing food, intense Domino nights, dances in the kitchen, birdwatching, surfing attempts, toilet visits with a view... and some little work which was easy and fun.
Spending new years eve at yours and the black sanded beach was magic (even though you don't really… read more
20 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Karola)
Karola and Sofia surprised me, I usually don't take volunteers so young but I liked their enthusiasm, so I said yes. They turned out to be great volunteers, very hard working and not afraid to get dirty! They cleaned and cured the new Bamboo that I had just received, and got it ready to use for walls. They also cured and varnished Bamboo already… read more
(Excellent
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20 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Daphne & Rebecca)
Daphne, wasna very good volunteer hardworking ready to do any task asked of her and do it well. She got along very well with everyone and was a joy to have around. Highly recommended.
(Excellent
)
20 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Adrien)
Adrien is an excellent worker! He is organized, self-motivated, skillful, hard-working and a really nice guy. I can highly recommend Adrien to any host lucky enough to recive him. Best wishes and Happy Trails.
(Excellent
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16 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofia)
Sofia and Karola surprised me, I usually don't take volunteers so young but I liked their enthusiasm, so I said yes. They turned out to be great volunteers, very hard working and not afraid to get dirty! They cleaned and cured the new Bamboo that I had just received, and got it ready to use for walls. They also cured and varnished Bamboo already… read more
(Excellent
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13 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
Sirena
We stayed with Sirena for two weeks. We really enjoyed the stay with her, spoiled by amazing food and a lot of dominos games. The village mompiche with the jungle, the Pacific and much to do is great! Our job was cleaning and curing the bamboo. So we did all the preparation for construction, but no construction itself. For us it was not a… read more
We stayed with Sirena for two weeks. We really enjoyed the stay with her, spoiled by amazing food and a lot of dominos games. The village mompiche with the jungle, the Pacific and much to do is great! Our job was cleaning and curing the bamboo. So we did all the preparation for construction, but no construction itself. For us it was not a… read more
3 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Francois & Vincent)
Francois ia a hard working self motivated volunteer. Francois even worked more then his requiered hour! I can highly recomend Francois to any host. Best wishes on your adventuresand Thank You for all your help.
(Excellent
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2 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Francois & Vincent) for host
I had a great time in Mompiche, the bamboo house is amazing, so are the surroundings ! Sirena is very friendly and passionate about the local life. She will be a great guide and domino teacher to sharpen your mind! It is true it feels weird to pay to work but if you see it as the compensation To be part of the huge house, and feel special to every… read more
27 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
Sofia was a very good volunteer. Self-motivated and always got her work done. She got along very well with the other volunteers and a pleasure to have around. Best wishes, and Happy New Year Sophie.
(Very good
)
24 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
Very nice experience with Sirena! What a beautiful house she has in Mompiche. The work is easy, and you can plan your day yourself, which means you can surf and enjoy the amazing village of Mompiche!!
Working on Sirena's dream house is great precisely because Sirena cares for it so much, and you really feel that you are helping build her dream.… read more
Working on Sirena's dream house is great precisely because Sirena cares for it so much, and you really feel that you are helping build her dream.… read more
11 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
What a Great volunteer James is! He is everything you want in a volunteer, Hardworking, smart, self-motivated and very fun to have around. He managed the other volunteers and ended up getting so much done and then organized and cleaned up, leaving my house looking beautiful! I miss him already! James you are welcome back any time! If you are a… read more
(Excellent
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11 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
I had a fantastic two-week stay here. It's a huge, impressive bamboo structure with beautiful views of the surrounding town & jungle (look out for the toucans)! My work consisted of curing much of the bamboo to protect it against termites. At just 3hrs per day, the work flies by and you'll have a lot of time to yourself to explore Mompiche and… read more
13 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)
What a nice guy Nico is! He is an excellent volunteer, very smart, talented, hard working and fun to have around.
Nico fixed my water pump! Yahh very important and dificult job. Thank you. Highly recomended! Hope to see you again one day. Best wishes and Happy trails Nico
Nico fixed my water pump! Yahh very important and dificult job. Thank you. Highly recomended! Hope to see you again one day. Best wishes and Happy trails Nico
(Excellent
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13 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Leo & Ines)
Leo is an excellent volunteer. He is honest, hardworking and a very nice guy. He was the manager of my other volunteers and did a great job, lots got done including clearing up all the construction clutter which I really appreciate. He excelled at any tack I gave him. I highly recommend him. Best wishes and happy trails to you Leo
(Excellent
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26 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexis & Téo)
Alexis & Teo were excellent volunteers talented, smart, hardworking really nice guys and a lot of fun to have around.
I highly recommend them to any host lucky enough to host them. Alexis even made a great drone video for me!
You two are welcome back any time, thanks for all your help. Best wishes, Sirena
I highly recommend them to any host lucky enough to host them. Alexis even made a great drone video for me!
You two are welcome back any time, thanks for all your help. Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
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30 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alexis & Téo) for host
Hola! We spent 2 weeks in this splendid bamboo house. Serena has been very welcoming with us, sharing stories and playing dominos. She is an absolute incredible cooker, we ate the best food of our stay in equateur.
We spent 3h every day vanishing bamboo and improving the house painting or building small things.
Serena we hope you had a great… read more
We spent 3h every day vanishing bamboo and improving the house painting or building small things.
Serena we hope you had a great… read more
30 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tara & Elkin)
Alexis & Téo were EXCELLENT volunteers! And really nice guys! Hard working, smart, talented and really fun to have around! I can highly recommend them and hope you come back one day. I wish you both all the best!
Happy trails, Sirena
Happy trails, Sirena
(Excellent
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8 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrizia & Federico)
Patrizia & Federico were very good volunteers, always ready to do what needs to be done, and good company. Federico painted a very cool picture of my house on a large leaf. They got along great with the other volunteers.
I wish you all the best! Enjoy your journey.
I wish you all the best! Enjoy your journey.
(Excellent
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22 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Patrizia & Federico) for host
Patrizia and Federico
We had an amazing time in Mompiche. The bamboo house is spectacular, is not just an house it’s a living creature with a soul and Sirena is taking great care of it. It’s 3 minutes walk from the center, immersed in the jungle, and at night you have the feeling to be sleeping underneath the stars. Sirena is a thruth Mompichera,… read more
We had an amazing time in Mompiche. The bamboo house is spectacular, is not just an house it’s a living creature with a soul and Sirena is taking great care of it. It’s 3 minutes walk from the center, immersed in the jungle, and at night you have the feeling to be sleeping underneath the stars. Sirena is a thruth Mompichera,… read more
8 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathias)
Mathias was an excellent volunteer, hard-working, very skilled, self-motivated and lots of fun to have around! I can confidently recommend Mathias to any host lucky enough to host him! Hope to see you again one day! Best wishes and HappyTrails, Sirena
(Excellent
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30 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mathias) for host
Sirena is a amazing host, helping you with everything you need. She is flexible and easy about timeshifts but of course good work is expected. It’s definetly a nice change to live with her rather then living in a hostel. It feels like home from second one and the food is delicious. Mompiche for itself is a nice small town with friendly people.… read more
27 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Scarlett & Enrica)
Scarlett & Enrica were a pleasant surprise, I have been disappointed in some of the younger volunteers, but not these girls! They said they were hard workers and they didn't"t mind getting their hand dirty, and it was true. They were hard workers always ready to do any task I asked AND a pleasure to have around. I can highly recommend them to any… read more
(Excellent
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27 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tyler & Arielle )
Ky and Tie were excellent volunteers! Skilled and hard workers, best of all they are self-motivated. They see what needs to be done and they do it. AND they have the skill and know how to get it done! My only complaint is they left too soon.
I miss you both, you are welcome back at any time. Happy Trails, Sirena
I miss you both, you are welcome back at any time. Happy Trails, Sirena
(Excellent
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4 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Dominic)
Dom and Charlie are real pros when it comes to volunteering. Hard working and best of all self-motivated! They did tons of work while they were here, made chairs replaced a floor and much more. Dom was very good at managing the other volunteers. I can definitely highly recommend them as a great volunteer team! Good luck to you both thank you for… read more
(Excellent
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27 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Dominic) for host
Despite getting off to a bumpy start we had an excellent time at Sirena's beautiful bamboo house. We spent our time off either learning to surf on the fantastic beach a 10 minute walk from the house, teaching others new skills and even picked up a few ourselves or tinkering on our own projects in the house. The food is delicious, varied and… read more
4 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie & Clement)
I am very happy with the work Marie & Clement did, they may even have saved the house...they replaced rotting bamboo of the foundation. Very important job! I can highly recommend Marie & Clement to any host. Best wishes, Sirena
(Very good
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3 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marie & Clement) for host
We've stayed 2 weeks in the incredible house of Sirena in Mompiche and we had a great experience ! Sirena is a very warm and friendly person with whom it's easy to connect. She's also a very good cooker and has so many incredible stories to tell (we fought she had 7 lives). To work in her house is very easy (because she let us totally free to… read more
27 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Pablo)
Pablo was a very good volunteer, hard working, easy to get along with, and best of all self-motivated, I wish you all the best on your travels.
And happy holidays!
And happy holidays!
(Excellent
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26 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Pablo) for host
I had 2 amazing weeks in Sirenas House with really good food and good conversations. Good place to be.
Best wishes Pablo.
Best wishes Pablo.
27 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathias)
Mathias and Alex were a fabulous volunteer team! They lite up my life, literally, Alex made beautiful lampshades out of gords while Mathias did the electrical. They are very hard working and worked way over the required 15 hours. They were both lots of fun, but my favorite quality was they are very self-motivated, I just let them have at it and I… read more
(Excellent
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27 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
Alex and Mathias were a fabulous volunteer team! They lite up my life, literally, Alex made beautiful lampshades out of gords while Mathias did the electrical. They are very hard working and worked way over the required 15 hours. They were both lots of fun, but my favorite quality was they are very self-motivated, I just let them have at it and I… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
What to say.., my 3 weeks stay at Sirena's dreamy house was just reaally enjoyable!! Sirena is a great host and very warm person who made her dream comes true by building an Incredible bamboo house. A lot of motivation and ambition, quite inspiring:) she is also a really good cooker, every single meal was delicious and using local products. Nice… read more
19 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David and Valarie were excellent volunteers! Very smart, talented, hardworking and fun too. Amongst other things they took out my toilet fixed it, replace the floor (Beautiful!) and put back the toilet. Highly recommended! Welcome back any time. Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
Thank you Sirena! She is an amazing host. As written in the other feedbacks, you can expect good food and dominos! Also she makes us feel at home by presenting us to the village. The work schedule is flexible but you need to do about 3 hours a day. The work itself is also flexible because she leaves place to your skills and imagination. For… read more
13 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonya & Marco)
It was a joy to host Sonya&Marco. They are hard working, trustworthy and fun to have around. I highly recommend them to any host. I would welcome you both back any time. Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
)
12 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sonya & Marco) for host
Sirena's place is a nice and cool looking bamboo house in a remote fisherman's village in the north part of Ecuador. Sirena is a lovely lady who loves cooking and enjoys a game of dominos. The is a lot of work to be done, but the job is rewarding and you have enough time to explore the jungle, surf or just chill out at the beach. Mompiche is a… read more
4 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
not much to say just I guess you can't please everyone. Good luck Christina and best wishes.
(Neutral
)
24 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host
Mompiche is a dreamlike village, with a single mainroad to the beach, which has some nice little local streetfood and restaurants. I found the place, after i asked a couple of people. its a huge Bamboohouse sorrounded by the little gray fishermans houses. So the first impression is, that the lady must have a lot of money. Thats what the locals… read more
19 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nick & Dvorah)
Nick And Devorah, were excellent volunteers, hard-working team players always ready to take on any job I gave them and more. I highly recommend them to any host lucky enough to have the opportunity to host them. I wish you all the best on your journey. Thanks for all your hard work, Sirena
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Leo)
Leo is a hardworking, smart and talented volunteer. The first day he was here he fixed the light outage problem I was having them fix my pump so I could get water up to the top floor again. He made me two beautiful lockers and was ready to take on any job i asked him to do, and do it well. Great guy I highly recommend Leo to any lucky host! Happy… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Johannes) for host
What should we say... this country, this region, this town, this house, Sirena and last but definitely not least: her cooking skills - just incredible. All together make this place a paradise on earth. We had so much fun staying with Her that our one month in Mompiche felt just like a few days. She immediately integrated us into the villages… read more
24 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Johannes)
Johannes and Raphael, Just left and I miss them already! They were both ready willing and able do do any job I challenged them with. But best of all was their positive attitude, they loved Mompiche, the beach, the jungle, the waves, My house,my cooking so of coarse I love them! They were a pleasure to have around. Highly recommended. Best wishes… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ellie)
Ellie is a charming, hardworking, honest and delightful volunteer. She fit right in and was a deficient plus to the team. I would highly recommend Ellie to any host. Hope to see you again one day. Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
)
25 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ellie) for host
Sirena is incredibly welcoming and a wonderful host. I immediately felt at home and part of the family in her spectacular house. Mompiche is a wonderful little village and Sirena is so much a part of life there that with her you immediately feel a part of the community. She is a vibrant character with lots to teach (especially dominoes which I am… read more
30 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (RICHARD)
Richard Walker...What a guy! Richard is very smart, talented and very generous. He knows how to do everything and love to teach to the other volunteers. And if he doesn't know how to do it you better believe he is going to figure it out!
Richard help me with soooo much in the last 2 months its hard to remember everything but my house is in a lot… read more
Richard help me with soooo much in the last 2 months its hard to remember everything but my house is in a lot… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (RICHARD) for host
This is my first workaway and therefore my first review, please excuse the length. This is going to be a two part review:
first Sirena the host then the house which I feel is a living host in its self. First review for Sirena, you can"t say enough
about her from being kind and generous to a fault, to be truly interested in making this the best… read more
first Sirena the host then the house which I feel is a living host in its self. First review for Sirena, you can"t say enough
about her from being kind and generous to a fault, to be truly interested in making this the best… read more
20 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maximilian)
Max is a very smart and talented guy, he is a very hard worker and he is not at all afraid to get his hands dirty. He fit in great with the other volunteers and is easy to get along with. I highly recommend him if you get the chance to host him. We miss you and Uncle Ricky is planning on visiting you one of these days, he still talks about you a… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maximilian) for host
First of all, Sirena is a very different kind of person. My first impression was that she is a crazy aging lady who lifes in her own universe, because in some points her oppinion is the only thing that exists to her...
And she is, but that means nothing bad. After I got used to her I really fall in love with her craziness, her bamboo house and the… read more
And she is, but that means nothing bad. After I got used to her I really fall in love with her craziness, her bamboo house and the… read more
19 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
It was a pleasure to host Mic, he is a very chilled knowledgeable fellow. He helped me with the internet, electrical problems, took great pictures of a toucan outside my bedroom, varnished and much more. He is hard working and easy to get along with. I highly recommend Mic and hope to see him again one day. Thanks for everything Mic best wishes.
(Excellent
)
10 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Caitlin)
The house brightened up when Caitlin And Laura joined the team. Always up for what ever job I gave them, very clean and organized. And a lot of fun to have around. I highly recommend them to any prospective host. Have a great time in Canada, best wishes. P.S. Bonnie has a new name "Puma" because she's always on the attack.
(Excellent
)
9 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Caitlin) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t have asked for a better one. Sirena is such a genuine, compassionate person who really cared about us and our well-being. She is also an amaaaazing cook and was more than willing to cater for my vegan friend and she did such a good job at it! The work was easy and you could complete it at your… read more
28 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin)
Ben is very easy to get along with, he is very mellow and eager to learn. He was always ready to finish any task I sent his way. I highly recommend Ben to any host. Best wishes Ben hope I see you again one day.
(Excellent
)
27 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Benjamin) for host
Sirena is a excellent Host, she has a really interesting and kind personality.
Her breakfast and her dinner is really delicous.
I had the honor to help her and learn a lot of her culinary arts.
The village is pretty relaxing and there
there are pretty good waves for surfing :)
Her breakfast and her dinner is really delicous.
I had the honor to help her and learn a lot of her culinary arts.
The village is pretty relaxing and there
there are pretty good waves for surfing :)
9 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabor)
Gabor is a really nice guy and very very talented. Any host would be lucky for the opportunity to host him. Within the first five minutes of him being here he fixed my pump and once again I had running water. All my knives are sharp, he put up multiple lights were it was dark, he fixed my bed, and helped fill in all my floor cracks. He also fixed… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Gabor) for host
Where to start :) I supposed to stay there two weeks and spend one month in this beautiful town.The beach the weather the people the bars and restaurants are great and at the end it was really hard to leave. Sirena is a great person and an awesome host. Always caring and supporting and the work was easy and fun. She lets you to be creative and do… read more
3 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Frederik & Diana) for host
Happy Bday Sirena! We had a great time at Sirena's beautiful bamboo house. Vibe is relaxed, food is awesome and we got the freedom to choose our own projects. We had a lot of fun making furniture and bed clothes. We definitely recommend it and will try to come back! Thanks for the lovely time Sirena. Wish you the best.
15 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Frederik & Diana)
I have had lots of volunteers but nun as hard working as Diana and Frederik. I couldn't get them to stop! They work much much more then the require 15 hours, and work the weekends too! Frederik made me a very beautiful cabinet out of drift wood, I love it. And Diana did a great job making mattress covers, sheets, pillowcases and covered… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ciara & Richard )
What a fun couple Ciara and Richie are! They are hard workers, honest, easy going but most of all a delight to have a round. I miss them already. I highly recommend them to any host. Hope to see you both again one day, you are always welcome in my house. Best wishes and Thanks, Sirena
(Excellent
)
1 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ciara & Richard ) for host
We spent two weeks in Sirena's exquisite bamboo house. She made us feel at home instantly and was a lovely relaxing stay. We had many lovely chats and games of dominos around the kitchen table and it felt like a home from home straight away. She made us amazing food. Everyday I was looking forward to breakfast and dinner. She makes a mean banana… read more
4 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Aris)
Ari's was a great volunteer, he has good energy very friendly and always ready to do the work asked of him. I highly recommend Ari's to any host. Best wishes to you Ari's, hope to see you again one day!
(Excellent
)
1 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Aris) for host
I had an amazing time with Sirena at her lovely house. She knows all the locals so it's a good place to come and not only be s tourist but to understand what's going on in the town. The cooking was amazing and spending time with Sirena was always fun and adventurous. Highly recommended for workawayers .
20 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
I really enjoyed Mike's stay, he is a very talented and knowledgeable guyed, I didn't want him to leave. He organised my garage a very big and dirty job and made me very cool bamboo bed. I highly recamend Mike to anyone luck enough to get him for a volunteer. Mike your welcome back any time.
(Excellent
)
9 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Languillaume) for host
My stay with Sirena was my first workaway experience, and i spend 2 nice weeks ! Sirena is a really nice woman who will teach you a lot of things about bamboo, cooking, dominos...
The food is excellent, and the house as really good vibration...
Thank you Sirena
See tou
The food is excellent, and the house as really good vibration...
Thank you Sirena
See tou
25 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Languillaume)
Stephane is an excellent volunteer! He knows how to do everything, you just mention a problem and the next time you look he has figured out a solution. He's made me a beautiful Bamboo bad with attached electrical outlet and reading light. I love it! Any body who has the chance to have Stephanie as a volunteer...I say snatch him up, you won't be… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Van de woestyne) for host
Local way of life, local house and amazing cooker (and i'm french :-)). Sirena is a very nice people. U will know all the village wit her.
25 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Van de woestyne)
I enjoyed Bens stay, he got alone great with the other volunteers and was always willing to help. He helped make a beautiful Bamboo bed with light and electrical outlet attached. I love it. Thanks Ben, happy trails!
(Excellent
)
15 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Barbara) for host
I had a great time in mompiche! Sirena was a wonderful host and made me feel a part of the community , and made it possible for me to see things I otherwise wouldn't have. You have to come to mompiche to see the jungle with Ramón and visit playa negra! Thanks so much Sirena for letting me experience your amazing home, community, and excellent… read more
15 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Barbara)
Barrie was lots of fun and was a very good volunteer. She got along great with the other volunteers and they got a lot of work done and still have lots of fun too. I give Barbia a high recommendations.
(Excellent
)
15 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alberto)
Alberto is Avery special person and an excellent volunteer he was the first to help me put electricity in my house. He has very goog energy and I would love to have him back. What do you say Alberto? Co e back!
(Excellent
)
15 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Alberto) for host
Sireeena is the best!! She is strong, sensitive, smart and pretty american lady who wisely decided to settle in Mompiche. Her house is a special place in town, just close to the river y es como un mirador de pajaros made of bamboo, no walls, get to the 4th floor and you will feel in the top of an amazonic tree! I volunteered several months in… read more
15 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marco & Tremayne)
Marco was a great volunteer and lots of fun too. He got along great with the other volunteer. Even though we had a lot of fun we got a lot of work done too. I highly recommend Marco. Hope to see you again one day.
(Excellent
)
21 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marco & Tremayne) for host
Sirena is an amazing host, cook and mentor. There was never a dull moment volunteering here because she was always open to conversation and sharing experiences. Because of the fantastic location, it was also possible to explore Mompiche and get a local feel of everything. I highly recommend volunteering here!
15 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Philipp)
Philipp was a great volunteer with lots of knowhow. He was a great help fixing my light and putting up new one, he even organized my kitchen. He got along great with everyone else and was lots of fun to have around. Very highly recommenced. Hope to see you again one day Philipp.
(Excellent
)
11 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
I had a really good time in Mompiche and specially doing the workaway in Sirena's house. The food is awesome and it is really easy to get along with Sirena and help her with the work. She also knows everyone in town and that makes it easier to meet people there. I also had a lot of time to walk around, know new places and do other activities in… read more
19 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel Is a great guy and an excellent volunteer! He is self motivated, talented, hard working and fun to have around. What ever he did he did an excellent job. Everyone he meet here loved him! I highly recommend Daniel to any host lucky enough to host him. I hope to meet his family one day in Peru and hope he comes back one day. Best wishes… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sydney)
Sydney is a excellent volunteer with the right attitude. She is self motivated and does not shy away from hard work. She has good ideas and is well organized. She see what needs to be done and does it. I love that. I highly recommend Sydney to any host. I wish you the best Sydney. Happy trails, Sirena
(Excellent
)
19 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nahuel) for host
Sirena Its great!! She is an excellent chef, she realy knows how to swim the waves , she is incredible! i´m very greatfull for know her.. i higly recommend this place!!
18 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nahuel)
I am really glad Nahuel came to volunteer. He has great energy, is very honest and sincere. I would recommend him to any host. My only complaint is he left too soon. Look forward to your return Nahuel.
(Excellent
)
8 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)
I was very impressed Ryan didn't change his plans to come to Ecuador even after the 7.8 earthquake. Ryan has a very good attitude, is easy to get along with, and is very helpful. I would highly recommend Ryan to any host. I hope we see you back in Mompiche before you leave Ecuador. Ryan left to help the victims of the earthquake in… read more
(Excellent
)
8 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ryan) for host
What an amazing first workaway experience. Since I have been in mompiche I have felt at home. Everyone is very friendly., Especially the very lively owner of the 5 story bamboo mansion, Sirena. She is a genuine person and has been very helpful with me. First off I dont speak spanish so she has helped me communicate and introduced me to many… read more
4 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
I had a really good first workaway experience here. There are a lot of cool things i liked.
First the house is just incredible, its high and very open with a steady flow of air on hot days. One can see the birds in the trees next to the house and watch the tide go up and down in the river, like you live in the Jungle!
Sirena is a really nice and… read more
First the house is just incredible, its high and very open with a steady flow of air on hot days. One can see the birds in the trees next to the house and watch the tide go up and down in the river, like you live in the Jungle!
Sirena is a really nice and… read more
3 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
I am so glad Michi came to volunteer when he did. What a great guy! Don't let the fact that Michi is only 20 years old put you off...he is very mature and talented for his age. Two days after Michi got here "The Big One" hit, a 7.8 earthquake. I think most people would've left but he and his friend Alejandro stuck it out and pitched in and… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ritzuco Catalina & David)
Catalina and David were very hard working, happy, super nice people. I highly recommend them to any host. they really help me out went I needed it and always with a smile on their faces. Hope everything is going well for you both. You are both welcome in my house any time.
Best wishes, Sirena
Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
)
15 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ritzuco Catalina & David) for host
Hello Sirena!! We are Catalina and David, we finally can register on workaway thanks to you!! We are really gratefull with you, you are a beautiful women!! Thank you a lot, we learn se much with you... Specially that the dreams can come true!!
A big hug with the Best energies (I'm sorry about my english I hope you understand my idea)
A big hug with the Best energies (I'm sorry about my english I hope you understand my idea)
4 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Frieda Pauline & Bruno)
I highly recommend Pauline and Bruno as volunteers. They have a very good attitude and are hard working and fun to have around. You will always be welcome in my house. Best wishes, Sirena
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Frieda Pauline & Bruno) for host
We stayed two weeks in the Mompiche. Mompiche was definitly the beautifulst village on the coast in Ecuador. Sirenas bamboo house is a dream. Sirena is a nice person and a really really good cook. (At the moment, we miss the food so much :) ) After one week we feeling like home!! Like you can see on the photos the bamboo house is already build, so… read more
31 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Reanna) for host
16 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Graham & Joshua)
Graham and Josh were very good helpers and fun to have around. They made a door for my bathroom, fixed a wall, stairs and did a very good job cleaning the house. I wish you both well on your journey.
Best of luck, Sirena
Best of luck, Sirena
(Very good
)
16 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Graham & Joshua) for host
We have just left beautiful mompiche after 2 weeks. Mompiche, a must visit destination for surfing, chilling and eating.
We worked when we wanted as long as the 15 hours were completed each week. Working with bamboo was interesting, wish. I could spend more time there to see though all the ideas that get flowing once you start using it.
Sirenas… read more
We worked when we wanted as long as the 15 hours were completed each week. Working with bamboo was interesting, wish. I could spend more time there to see though all the ideas that get flowing once you start using it.
Sirenas… read more
15 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Chiara & Martin) for host
It was really cool to be hosted in Sirena's house. The house is a one of a kind place in Mompiche. Work is not heavy at all and Sirena let us free to spread the hours along the week according to our needs. She really cares about you having the perfect time in Mompiche! But most of all, if you have a dream and you are looking for motivations to… read more
14 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara & Martin)
I feel very lucky to have had Amelie, Melina, Chiara and Martin come to volunteer the last to weeks of the year. They filled the house with joy and cheer, not only were they very fun to have around for the holidays they were very self motivated and hard working. We got a lot of work done, they cleaned cured and organized my tool closet and… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
Sirena is a fantastic host and one hell of a cook! The meals were so tasty and she was always more than happy to tell me more about local cooking techniques, recipes and produce, health benefits etc - which I loved! Sirena welcomes you into her unique home, and the beautiful village of Mompiche giving you an 'insiders' look into life in this… read more
18 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
Becky was a joy to have around. She is very self motivated, sees what needs to be done and dose it. She is an excellent cleaner and organizer with an artistic touch. I hope next time she stays longer. Best wishes, and happy trails Becky.
(Excellent
)
6 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lyndsey)
(No show)
4 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Ulrike & Stephan)
Ulli & Stephan are a very intelligent, talented, and adventurous, couple. I'm very happy they chose to stop off here in Mompiche and help out in my house. They are hard working and self motivated,
They too are living their dream, So they are great to be around, and inspirational. I know Ulli & Stephan have had and will continue to have an… read more
They too are living their dream, So they are great to be around, and inspirational. I know Ulli & Stephan have had and will continue to have an… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ulrike & Stephan) for host
Sirena fulfilled herself the dream of her life, a thing what not a lot of people are brave enough to do. We stayed in her amazing bamboo house for two weeks and got to know her as a very interesting person and a very good conversation partner. Living in the bamboo house makes you feel like you live very close to the jungle, you are like outside… read more
1 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Chris & Sarah)
It was great have the McDonald clan working and playing with me here in Mompiche. Chris got lots of jobs done in the shot time here, Fixed leaky pipes, fixed my blender put a bamboo back rest on one of my beds, and took lots of great pictures. Sara is always one step ahead...seeing what needs to be done and doing it. Sara is very organized and… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Chris & Sarah) for host
We are so very grateful to have met Sirena. Her positive attitude, infectious enthusiasm, and desire to make our time in Mompiche as rich as possible made our first ever Workaway experience perfect. We appreciated her flexibility and patience regarding the work we did for her, but most of all we thank Sirena for taking a chance by accepting a… read more
7 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Seth ) for host
Wow! What a great experience here ! I’m still telling stories from my time there and the many epic games of dominos. Sirena really cares for others and I loved getting to know her. She is really passionate about her house so please bring your skills (carpentry, plumbing, artistic) to help her finish it!
Sirena has good relations with… read more
Sirena has good relations with… read more
25 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Seth )
I fully enjoyed Seth's stay with me. Seth has a great attitude, and was always willing to help in any way he could, he got along wonderfully with the other volunteers. Very generous with his time and any thing he could contribute. Seth is very trust worthy. Plus he is a lot of fun and plays a mean game of dominoes. I highly recommend him and… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Forrest) for host
Sirena provided an absolutely wonderful experience in Mompiche. There truly is something magical about her dream house as it brings so many amazing people together. The culmination of her house, the volunteers, and Sirena as a wonderful human bring on a warming blanket of positive energies that surround us all.
If you have the opportunity, you… read more
If you have the opportunity, you… read more
25 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Forrest)
I fully enjoyed Forest's stay with me. Forest has a great attitude, and was always willing to help in any way he could, he got along wonderfully with the other volunteers. Very generous with his time and any thing he could contribute. Forest is very trust worthy. Plus he is a lot of fun and plays a mean game of dominoes. I highly recommend… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Dennis)
It was really fun having Dennis helping in my house, he has a great attitude, is always happy and enthusiastic. Always ready to do any task I asked of him. Dennis has very positive energy and is a delight to be around.
Highly recommended! Best wishes on your journey and hope our paths cross again too. Sirena
Highly recommended! Best wishes on your journey and hope our paths cross again too. Sirena
(Excellent
)
1 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Dennis) for host
What an amazing time I had in mompiche! Thank you so much for this super interesting weeks in paradise.
Sirena is a really adorable woman with great life experience and storys to tell. Besides she is such a good and healthy cook, there is no better of living. If you want to stay in a really fancy house and have a lot of fun and lessons in… read more
Sirena is a really adorable woman with great life experience and storys to tell. Besides she is such a good and healthy cook, there is no better of living. If you want to stay in a really fancy house and have a lot of fun and lessons in… read more
19 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Victoria & Manuel) for host
Sirena was an awesome host, and a very generous one as well, as she wants you to enjoy the house as if was yours.
Mompiche and this bamboo house are beautiful.
Mompiche and this bamboo house are beautiful.
30 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
We were so lucky this was our first workaway. Sirenan and her house brought so many amazing people together, I wish we had stayed longer! We ate the best food we've had in Ecuador with homemade coconut milk and langoustines as big as our arms, fresh out the sea.
Mompiche is also an amazing place to be able to call home for a few weeks. Full of… read more
Mompiche is also an amazing place to be able to call home for a few weeks. Full of… read more
29 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
James and Olivia were miraculous volunteers! They were great in so many ways but they were miraculous because they help me save a baby bird, James some how would go out and come back with a half a glass full of Crickets. Miraculous! Olivia is incredibly organized and they both are super energetic with tons of positive energy. After the first… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
James and Olivia were miraculous volunteers! They were great in so many ways but they were miraculous because they help me save a baby bird, James some how would go out and come back with a half a glass full of Crickets. Miraculous! Olivia is incredibly organized and they both are super energetic with tons of positive energy. After the first… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host
I get the feeling that it is impossible for me to describe the 6 weeks I spent with Sirena and our little family and present it in a way that others can imagine how life is in Mompiche!
But nevertheless this unbelievable piece of faith deserves a statement.
First: I caught my nicest wave EVER! I can highly recommend Mompiche to every… read more
But nevertheless this unbelievable piece of faith deserves a statement.
First: I caught my nicest wave EVER! I can highly recommend Mompiche to every… read more
24 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian Drescher was the manager of a group of volunteers, who were the best volunteers I ever had. (And I’ve had some really great volunteers.) They helped me with so much, finished cleaning, curing and varnishing all the bamboo on the top floor, he made very cool hanging bamboo shelves, thanks to him we got so much done! And thanks to him… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)
Cecilia and Gabriel came to my house with big smiles and a lot of positive energy. They were willing to help me with any and every project from doing laundry to going all the way to Esmeraldas to help me with legal problems. I am very grateful. They got along great not only with the volunteers but with the locals too. Highly recommended to any… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Gabriel) for host
Thank you so much sirena for having me helping you a bit in your dream house! This was my first workaway experience and it was really unforgettable. I also really enjoyed discovering Mompiche despite my broken rib. I'm wishing you the best for the future!
Gabriel
Gabriel
22 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Pieter Jan)
Bart Carlier, and Pieter Jan De Bondt were an important part of a group of volunteers, who were the best volunteers I ever had. (And I’ve had some really great volunteers.) They helped me with so much, finished cleaning, curing and varnishing all the bamboo on the top floor, cooked and cleaned, did a beautiful inventory of all my left over… read more
(Excellent
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22 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Bart)
Bart Carlier, and Pieter Jan De Bondt were an important part of a group of volunteers, who were the best volunteers I ever had. (And I’ve had some really great volunteers.) They helped me with so much, finished cleaning, curing and varnishing all the bamboo on the top floor, cooked and cleaned, did a beautiful inventory of all my left over… read more
(Excellent
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20 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Caden & Kelly)
Caden and Kelly were fantastic volunteers! They were part of a teem that were the best volunteers I ever had. (And I've had some good volunteers!) They came with lots of positive energy, skill, they got along great with the other volunteer's and were lot's of fun to have around. They also stay supportive when my life got a little bumpy. I… read more
(Excellent
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20 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Caden & Kelly) for host
Sirena was great! This was our first workaway and our experience was unforgettable. We chose an interesting time to enter into Sirenas house due to some personal circumstances. Despite it being a trying time, we were still able to do some interesting work with bamboo, meet some great people and feel welcomed into the community of Mompiche. … read more
6 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Samira) for host
I really enjoyed my working experience with Sirena. The work was enjoyable, and it was incredible living in what felt like an awesome treehouse! I turned up when Sirena was recovering from a dogbite, so things unfortunately were a little less organised than usual. This was a real shame, and hard going for Sirena. I however, have very fond… read more
27 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (MJ) for host
When I arrived in Mompiche Sirena was just recovering from a dog bite and a lot of stress with a bit of chocolate and some pepas she was cheered up. I enjoyed working with Sirena to sort out her issues online. It was a great learning experience. For those with a passion for projects and initiative it will be a memorable experience. Sirena… read more
13 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (MJ)
MJ is FANTASTIC! MJ is very organized always seeing what needs to be done and doing it. Cooking for the whole crew, making delicious snack. Great energy, and lots of fun. She helped me so much on the computer, made a beautiful webpage for me and figured out how to have my guest pay before they arrive. She is leaving in two days but I don't… read more
(Excellent
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8 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Svetlana & Veniamin)
Svetlana said her husband can do everything and she was right! I am very grateful for all the help Ven gave me, cured my computer of a virus, changed all my pipes for my plumbing, fixed leaking pipes, fixed my blender. He is Great! I wish them well on their travels and hope they have a safe journey back home.
(Excellent
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9 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jalna)
Jalna came to my house with lots of energy, she is great at cleaning and is self motivated. I think she might be the most friendly person I've ever meet. She is a joy to have around. Good Luck Jalna I'm sure I'll be seeing you again.
(Excellent
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1 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Jalna) for host
Siréna m`a acogido con una gran generosidad. Pasé allí sólo una semana pero fue rica en división(reparto) y en conversación. Siréna realizó su sueño construyendo esta casa muy bella, esto fue un placer de poder contribuir a eso un poco. Gracias
30 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie & Laurent)
I really enjoyed having Marie and Laurent volunteering in my house.
They are self motivated and have plenty of know how. Always willing to give a helping hand. Plus they are fun to have around. I wish them well on their travels around the world and hope to see them again one day.
They are self motivated and have plenty of know how. Always willing to give a helping hand. Plus they are fun to have around. I wish them well on their travels around the world and hope to see them again one day.
(Excellent
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7 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam & Holly)
Holly and Adam came to my house with tons of initiatives, know how, positive energy and great reggae music. Holly organized my tools, my kitchen and my life. Also made really cool cana brava bins and the best pineapple crumble I ever ate. Adorable Adam what a guy! Made me a great closet, a window over my bed, so I always have a fresh breeze… read more
(Excellent
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6 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Adam & Holly) for host
We bumped into Sirena in Mompiche after leaving another workaway because we had a bad experience. She invited us up for dinner to cheer us up and we ended up staying for three and a half weeks! How couldn't we?
Her house is a spectacular structure and Sirena is an amazing, incredibly inspiring woman that we have so much love for. She welcomed… read more
Her house is a spectacular structure and Sirena is an amazing, incredibly inspiring woman that we have so much love for. She welcomed… read more
19 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Massimiliano & Susanna) for host
Sirena is really great person and her house is fantastic!!! She will make you feel at home even if you're home is maybe very different!!! We had really good time there and we hope other volunteers will go there to help Sirena, untill her house will be finish and to help her to organize best B&B and Spa!!! We hope to see you soon too, Sirena we… read more
9 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Massimiliano & Susanna)
Massimiliano and Susanna came to my house with lots of energy great ideas and plenty of talent. We got so much done and had lots of fun doing it. Susanna is a very talented artist, I´m loving the street sighn she painted for me.
If any of you have a chance to host Massimiliano and Susanna you should concider yourself very lucky.
I hope… read more
If any of you have a chance to host Massimiliano and Susanna you should concider yourself very lucky.
I hope… read more
(Excellent
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10 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Battin & FRESARD)
Nino and Rachel,
Were great volunteers. We got so much done, a closet, a cabnet, lots of bamboo cleaned, cured, sealed and varnished. I had a hard time getting them to take a brake. They are very generous! And lots of fun to be with wether working or playing. I feel very gratefull to them.
Any hosts who have the oppertunity to host… read more
Were great volunteers. We got so much done, a closet, a cabnet, lots of bamboo cleaned, cured, sealed and varnished. I had a hard time getting them to take a brake. They are very generous! And lots of fun to be with wether working or playing. I feel very gratefull to them.
Any hosts who have the oppertunity to host… read more
(Excellent
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9 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ronan)
I really enjoyed have Ronan in my house. He was allways ready to help and was lots of fun to have around. We hope he comes back to Mompiche one day. Best wishes Ronan. Sirena
(Excellent
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7 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)
Hola Katharina, Yes I do "appreciate when you show interest and passion" and you and Somone really did! It was so much fun having you two here! You got so much good energy. Thanks a lot for all your help, so much got done! And we had a lot of fun too.
And yes you are welcome back any time. Maybe next time I'll set up a night club for the… read more
And yes you are welcome back any time. Maybe next time I'll set up a night club for the… read more
(Excellent
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7 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host
I felt super in the beautiful House! I had an unforgetable week there with a few other volunteers. There is enough space when you have a tent to sleep in.
Sirena is a brave, mindopen and grateful women who appreciate when you show interest and passion. And when you see work whereever it is. Although me and her are new in that program we did a lot… read more
Sirena is a brave, mindopen and grateful women who appreciate when you show interest and passion. And when you see work whereever it is. Although me and her are new in that program we did a lot… read more
7 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)
Hola Simone, It was so great to have you and Katrina here, you both are self motivated, hard working and lots of fun to have around! You got so much done, the honeymoon suite looks great. Edwardo and I miss you both and hope we see you here again.
Love, Sirena
Love, Sirena
(Very good
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7 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host
It was so lovely to stay with Sirena! Of course we decided to stay a bit longer than planned, and we felt very welcome in her house and among her friends in Mompiche. We finished the cleaning, sealing and varnishing of the bamboo in the master bedroom and that feeling is just great. Also, I'll never forget the crazy kayak trip! Mompiche is great!… read more
31 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Amber & Kadriya)
Amber and Kadriya,
So happy to have you as my first workaway guests. It was really fun and rewarding to have you in my house. Life feels so much lighter since you organized for me, Amber. Thanks for fixing the misquito nets. I will think of you Kadriya everytime I walk into my house and look at my beautiful sign. I am sure you both have a… read more
So happy to have you as my first workaway guests. It was really fun and rewarding to have you in my house. Life feels so much lighter since you organized for me, Amber. Thanks for fixing the misquito nets. I will think of you Kadriya everytime I walk into my house and look at my beautiful sign. I am sure you both have a… read more
(Excellent
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