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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
12 Oct 2021
Feedback
24
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Description
Retired pensioner, living in quiet pretty, country area ,needing just a little assistance with housework, garden, dog walking, painting and general maintenance.
Short and flexible hours with lots of free time.
Lovely pretty pleasant location within easy reach of Valencia and the coast on one side and mountains on the other.
Lots of open countryside and nice walks close by.
Friendly local villages with adequate facilities and supplies close by.
Reliable internet available.
Further references available.
Choice of two pleasant private rooms
Position would suit a lady looking for a comfortable, easy-going and relaxed lifestyle..
Non smoker essential.
Also looking for helper with driving licence as companion/back up during journeys between UK and Valencia.
Above accommodation or UK accommodation as required.
Please check out my reviews.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Help
Need a little help with housework, fruit trees and plants in garden, tidying up, painting, walking dog, shopping, minor improvements.
Light work, short and flexible hours.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
Comfortable private room in country house on small urbanisation.About 3 km from nearby small towns with good range of supermarkets, shops and all other facilities. Connections into Valencia city.
Internet.
What else ...
Position available on an ongoing basis.
Can vary from 1 or 2 weeks to several months depending on suitability to both parties.
Close to nearby towns with good range of shops and other facilities and connections into Valencia 20 km away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
maximum 4 hours, 5 days a week, usually much less.
Host ref number: 3123661374b2
Feedback (13)
24 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristine)
Kristine came to help me out at fairly short notice in April. She was very polite, understanding and helpful in every way possible. She completed a variety of minor tasks, both in the house and in the garden keeping them both very tidy at all times and did small jobs such as planting, pruning, collecting fruit and painting, also helping me out… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kristine) for host
I stayed with Arthur for 8 days on April.
It was my first Workaway experience and it was amazing!
The work was very light and I had plenty of beautiful walks with adorable dog Dylan. I enjoyed my meals on the terrace while listening bird songs and admiring beautiful garden. The sun was shining every day. On my day off Arthur dropped me to the bus… read more
It was my first Workaway experience and it was amazing!
The work was very light and I had plenty of beautiful walks with adorable dog Dylan. I enjoyed my meals on the terrace while listening bird songs and admiring beautiful garden. The sun was shining every day. On my day off Arthur dropped me to the bus… read more
14 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Elza)
Mary was a wonderful guest in every respect.
She was always busy, washing, cleaning and cooking.
Lots of tasty snacks and lovely meals, so good that my little dog jumped on the table and wolfed one down,the moment my back was turned.
Also she took him on many walks, always counting her steps as part of her fitness program.
I’m very happy to… read more
She was always busy, washing, cleaning and cooking.
Lots of tasty snacks and lovely meals, so good that my little dog jumped on the table and wolfed one down,the moment my back was turned.
Also she took him on many walks, always counting her steps as part of her fitness program.
I’m very happy to… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elza) for host
Staying at Arthur's residence was my first work-away-experience. I really enjoyed working with Arthur. He is a very kind host and a very interesting person.
1 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anthea)
Anthea kindly helped me out at a difficult time when I was preparing for my return journey to England. She was kind, helpful, courteous, calm and respectful at all times. Also she was a wonderful help with my crazy young Jack Russell pup which can be quite a handful much of the time, always dealing with him in a calm manner and even beginning some… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anthea) for host
I flew over from England to stay with Arthur and his gorgeous young dog Dylan, to stay with them for a couple of days, in April of this year, to drive them back to the uk,via a stopover in france and a ferry from Caen. hopefully they will both get back to Spain< where the workload is easy< taking Dylan out is great,he is a lovely, very teachable… read more
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24 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristine)
Kristine came to help me out at fairly short notice in April. She was very polite, understanding and helpful in every way possible. She completed a variety of minor tasks, both in the house and in the garden keeping them both very tidy at all times and did small jobs such as planting, pruning, collecting fruit and painting, also helping me out… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kristine) for host
I stayed with Arthur for 8 days on April.
It was my first Workaway experience and it was amazing!
The work was very light and I had plenty of beautiful walks with adorable dog Dylan. I enjoyed my meals on the terrace while listening bird songs and admiring beautiful garden. The sun was shining every day. On my day off Arthur dropped me to the bus… read more
It was my first Workaway experience and it was amazing!
The work was very light and I had plenty of beautiful walks with adorable dog Dylan. I enjoyed my meals on the terrace while listening bird songs and admiring beautiful garden. The sun was shining every day. On my day off Arthur dropped me to the bus… read more
14 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Elza)
Mary was a wonderful guest in every respect.
She was always busy, washing, cleaning and cooking.
Lots of tasty snacks and lovely meals, so good that my little dog jumped on the table and wolfed one down,the moment my back was turned.
Also she took him on many walks, always counting her steps as part of her fitness program.
I’m very happy to… read more
She was always busy, washing, cleaning and cooking.
Lots of tasty snacks and lovely meals, so good that my little dog jumped on the table and wolfed one down,the moment my back was turned.
Also she took him on many walks, always counting her steps as part of her fitness program.
I’m very happy to… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elza) for host
Staying at Arthur's residence was my first work-away-experience. I really enjoyed working with Arthur. He is a very kind host and a very interesting person.
1 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anthea)
Anthea kindly helped me out at a difficult time when I was preparing for my return journey to England. She was kind, helpful, courteous, calm and respectful at all times. Also she was a wonderful help with my crazy young Jack Russell pup which can be quite a handful much of the time, always dealing with him in a calm manner and even beginning some… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anthea) for host
I flew over from England to stay with Arthur and his gorgeous young dog Dylan, to stay with them for a couple of days, in April of this year, to drive them back to the uk,via a stopover in france and a ferry from Caen. hopefully they will both get back to Spain< where the workload is easy< taking Dylan out is great,he is a lovely, very teachable… read more
7 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Bożena)
Bozena stayed with me for 12 days, all too short a period due partly to her difficult travelling arrangements. She fitted in very well from day one and was a great help in many respects. I enjoyed her Polish style cooking especially her own version of fish and chips.
Bozena proved to be a very keen gardener doing quite a lot of planting as well… read more
Bozena proved to be a very keen gardener doing quite a lot of planting as well… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Mar 2014
Left by Workawayer (Bożena) for host
The Arthur’s life style is very calm, relaxing. I liked it very much althought I had always thought that I’m rather the city girl. Thanks to Arthur I have known myself better. Arturo is very fond of countryside, the gardenning and of course his cute dog – Jack, what makes that his life and life of the helper is full of piece, harmony and… read more
15 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Morag)
I can't thank Morag and her friend Mikaela enough for all their help. Two wonderful young ladies who both gave of their best at all times and were cheerful, polite, good natured and great company.
I thank Mikaela especially for her wonderful Canadian style cooking.
I thank them both very much for being very willing to take on jobs way beyond… read more
I thank Mikaela especially for her wonderful Canadian style cooking.
I thank them both very much for being very willing to take on jobs way beyond… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Morag) for host
This was my first workaway expeience and I'm so lucky that I got to do it with Arthur! Montserrat is such a lovely place! The work was very relaxed and varied, never boring. Arthur picked my friend and I up from the bus stop and immediately made sure we felt at home! He's a great host, the two weeks I spent here will definitely be looked back upon… read more
15 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Mikaela)
I can't thank Mikaela and her friend Morag enough for all their help. Two wonderful young ladies who both gave of their best at all times and were cheerful, polite, good natured and great company.
I thank Mikaela especially for her wonderful Canadian style cooking.
I thank them both very much for being very willing to take on jobs way beyond… read more
I thank Mikaela especially for her wonderful Canadian style cooking.
I thank them both very much for being very willing to take on jobs way beyond… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Mikaela) for host
It was the best first workaway that I could have asked for Arthur andJack were splendid and I hand an amazineg time. The work was nice always something to do and the scenery was absolutely beautiful. Thank you Arthur for the use of your PC when ours didn't work. I would absolutely recommend this workaway.
Mikaela :-)
Mikaela :-)
19 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Thornhill)
Daphne stayed here as my guest for just over three weeks. Originally from a similar farming background to myself we got along great right from the start and she had many fascinating tales to tell regarding other episodes in her career.
It was not always the warmest of weather but that never put the damper on her ever cheerful spirit and… read more
It was not always the warmest of weather but that never put the damper on her ever cheerful spirit and… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Thornhill) for host
What a wonderful experience in Valencia helping here I had. I can echo all the things said in previous feedback here. But to add to those comments I can also say that Arthur is both interesting and interested, a combination that makes for great company and conversation. I learned a lot from him of the local culture and some basic Spanish. Jack,… read more
11 Nov 2013
Left by Workawayer (Jitka) for host
My stay with Arthur and Jack was very calm and relaxing.
Work was light and I had always enough time to do everything, without any rush or stress. At first I had some fear because of my English but at least there were no problem to agree on anything, even with likeable taxi driver who took me from and to the airport.
I very enjoyed the Spanish… read more
Work was light and I had always enough time to do everything, without any rush or stress. At first I had some fear because of my English but at least there were no problem to agree on anything, even with likeable taxi driver who took me from and to the airport.
I very enjoyed the Spanish… read more
9 Nov 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Jitka)
Jitka was my guest here for three and a half weeks.
She fitted in very well in every respect and very much enjoyed the freedom of the open spaces around here as well as occasional visits to the city, the beaches and swimming in the Med for the very first time in ten years.
My little dog Jack could hardly keep up with her numerous long distance… read more
She fitted in very well in every respect and very much enjoyed the freedom of the open spaces around here as well as occasional visits to the city, the beaches and swimming in the Med for the very first time in ten years.
My little dog Jack could hardly keep up with her numerous long distance… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah was a wonderful guest and it was a great pleasure to share her company. She told me many interesting things about her previous work and the culture at her previous workplace in the far east.
Also it was good to learn about life back at her home on P.E.I. Canada.
Sarah is obviously a country girl at heart and she fitted in very nicely here,… read more
Also it was good to learn about life back at her home on P.E.I. Canada.
Sarah is obviously a country girl at heart and she fitted in very nicely here,… read more
(Excellent
)
31 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
I spent a really lovely few weeks with Arthur, a really nice guy who truly appreciates the peace and tranquility of the country side. The work was light (and thoroughly enjoyable if you like gardening, and a small bit of light house cleaning), and he was always happy to bring me to the metro or bus stop to get into Valencia once or twice a week if… read more
7 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
This was my first work away I had such a relaxing time took a few days to adjust, had ample time to myself.
Arthur is such a kind man his dog jack is so well behaved.
beautiful surroundings.
general house duties cooking which I thoroughly enjoyed, am looking forward to visiting again..
Arthur is such a kind man his dog jack is so well behaved.
beautiful surroundings.
general house duties cooking which I thoroughly enjoyed, am looking forward to visiting again..
17 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Felicia)
Felicia arrived here at short notice and also left at short notice. However in the brief period she was here she gave a very good account of herself in all departments.
She settled in very quickly and soon made great friends with Jack the dog who appreciated her company as much as I did during his lengthy walks into the surrounding campo and… read more
She settled in very quickly and soon made great friends with Jack the dog who appreciated her company as much as I did during his lengthy walks into the surrounding campo and… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (Felicia) for host
I only stayed with Arthur and jack for a few day as I got an offer in another place I really couldnt refuse ...,
but my few days there was great!! It was my first workaway exchange, and it couldn't have started in a better way. Arthur is really kind and does all he can so you feel at home. The work is very light, walking Jack and a little bit of… read more
but my few days there was great!! It was my first workaway exchange, and it couldn't have started in a better way. Arthur is really kind and does all he can so you feel at home. The work is very light, walking Jack and a little bit of… read more
5 Apr 2012
Left by Workawayer (Lilian) for host
Thank you Art for three lovely weeks in the countryside near Valencia. The nature is beauty all around with the distant mountains in the background. Among many other things, it was a pleasure for me to se the almond trees bloom. I had fantastic walks in the surroundings with the dog Jack. Each day we found new paths and he was quick to searching… read more
16 Mar 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Alison)
I could not have wished for a better first Workaway experience than with my very first guest Alison.
She was very cool, helpful and understanding during a difficult journey to get down here.
Also she mucked in very well to get things shipshape and Bristol fashion after arrival to a house and garden which had suffered from less than perfect… read more
She was very cool, helpful and understanding during a difficult journey to get down here.
Also she mucked in very well to get things shipshape and Bristol fashion after arrival to a house and garden which had suffered from less than perfect… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Mar 2012
Left by Workawayer (Alison) for host
- A considerate, generous and easy-going host from the North-East of England who lives a tranquil life near Valencia with his well-behaved little dog, Jack. The workload is light and consists of walking Jack a few times a day, plus a little gardening, DIY and housework as required. Be prepared to cook for youself; there is always plenty of food… read more
