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15 Sep 2025
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We’re looking for someone to lend a hand for a week or two at the beginning of November to help get the boat and property ready for winter. Tasks may include outdoor help such as raking leaves or stacking wood, as well as indoor help like window cleaning, light painting, or even looking after the cats for a day or two. Additional small projects may come up as we get closer to November, but we’ll let you know about those in advance.
I am an International Citizen who has lived and worked in many parts of the world and I enjoy hosting guests and friends from all over. I moved to Berlin in 2016 and have been living on the large houseboat ever since. My partner Micha joined me on the boat a few years ago. We work a lot and enjoy doing this together with others in a team.
We have a number of jobs on the boat which require ongoing attention, different paint and repair jobs, wood cutting, chopping and stapling as well as a number of household related tasks.
We have two cats
thank you and greetings
Hilde
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Berlin is a fascinating city that has a lot to offer. If you are interested in spending some time there but do not have much money - this is the best opportunity. The boat is centrally located and well connected to public transport.
Help
The hours are flexible and you can work independently, we will work out a schedule that fits both of our interests.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Swahili (Kiswahili): Fluent
Arabic: Beginner
French: Beginner
Italian: Beginner
Accommodation
The boat is beautifully furnished and offers all amenities. The guest room is small but very comfortable, all windows open out to the water with a beautiful view. There is a lovely kitchen and home made food will be provided throughout the stay.
What else ...
Berlin is best known for its historical associations as the German capital, internationalism and tolerance, lively nightlife, its many cafés, clubs, bars, street art, and numerous museums, palaces, and other sites of historic interest. Berlin's architecture is quite varied.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Mimi and Wewe
2 friendly cats who live on the boat since 6 years
Host ref number: 317163758479
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29 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (文龙)
Robin is very sweet, interested and immensely helpful workaway guest. He stayed 11 days with us and completed all assigned tasks with great dedication and skill. He is very neat and orderly. As an example we asked him to clean the (many) windows on the boat - and I have never seen them sparkle like this... He was also very open and interested,… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (文龙) for host
It was a great pleasure to spend 11 days with Hilde and Micha ，I am grateful for them giving me the opportunity to experience the local life in Berlin, their friendliness and warmth add to the unique charm of Berlin.
I really appreciate the way they live, everything on board is designed so human and their skills for creating art and enjoying life… read more
I really appreciate the way they live, everything on board is designed so human and their skills for creating art and enjoying life… read more
5 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andrey) for host
Hilde and Misha are very nice welcoming people. I stayed with Hilde, Misha, 2 sweet independent cats for 2 amazing weeks on their gorgeous boat and I couldn't wish for more. My stay with them was beyond my expectations and I had a good time. It was my great pleasure to meet them and to be Hilde's helping hand. Life on a boat is different and it… read more
5 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrey)
An Angel!! Andrey happened to apply in a time of need - due to a broken arm we needed someone short term .... and really could not have wished for a better workawayer. Andrey was absolutely amazing... kind, patient, respectful, very neat and organized and a huge help in and around the house. He is completely reliable, sees what need to be done and… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Em)
Em came at the beginning of winter to help with various things in the house and garden... preparing firewood, re-setting the compost, putting the storm windows in, cleaning and maintenance projects - and she also managed to fix a very tricky door with her excellent woodworking skills. She was a big help and a very sweet and enjoyable person to… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Em) for host
I loved work-exchanging with Hilde and Mischa so much! One of my favourite work-exchanges for sure. They were the loveliest of hosts and have created a true magical sanctuary on their boat. The variety of the projects was fun and the work expectations always fair. I loved their cats too and exploring the cool house-boat neighbourhood. Hilde is… read more
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29 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (文龙)
Robin is very sweet, interested and immensely helpful workaway guest. He stayed 11 days with us and completed all assigned tasks with great dedication and skill. He is very neat and orderly. As an example we asked him to clean the (many) windows on the boat - and I have never seen them sparkle like this... He was also very open and interested,… read more
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (文龙) for host
It was a great pleasure to spend 11 days with Hilde and Micha ，I am grateful for them giving me the opportunity to experience the local life in Berlin, their friendliness and warmth add to the unique charm of Berlin.
I really appreciate the way they live, everything on board is designed so human and their skills for creating art and enjoying life… read more
I really appreciate the way they live, everything on board is designed so human and their skills for creating art and enjoying life… read more
5 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Andrey) for host
Hilde and Misha are very nice welcoming people. I stayed with Hilde, Misha, 2 sweet independent cats for 2 amazing weeks on their gorgeous boat and I couldn't wish for more. My stay with them was beyond my expectations and I had a good time. It was my great pleasure to meet them and to be Hilde's helping hand. Life on a boat is different and it… read more
5 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrey)
An Angel!! Andrey happened to apply in a time of need - due to a broken arm we needed someone short term .... and really could not have wished for a better workawayer. Andrey was absolutely amazing... kind, patient, respectful, very neat and organized and a huge help in and around the house. He is completely reliable, sees what need to be done and… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Em)
Em came at the beginning of winter to help with various things in the house and garden... preparing firewood, re-setting the compost, putting the storm windows in, cleaning and maintenance projects - and she also managed to fix a very tricky door with her excellent woodworking skills. She was a big help and a very sweet and enjoyable person to… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Em) for host
I loved work-exchanging with Hilde and Mischa so much! One of my favourite work-exchanges for sure. They were the loveliest of hosts and have created a true magical sanctuary on their boat. The variety of the projects was fun and the work expectations always fair. I loved their cats too and exploring the cool house-boat neighbourhood. Hilde is… read more
11 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
Hilde had me catsit her two cats on the boat for three weeks and it was a DREAM! The houseboat is absolutely beautiful and I thoroughly enjoyed waking up to the amazing waterfront view. I also took the kayak out one day and swam a few times, entering the water directly from the boat.
The cats are pretty independent, they have their own inside… read more
The cats are pretty independent, they have their own inside… read more
8 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
Nicole offered her experience as a house sitter during our initial email exchange, and I took up her offer for our summer vacation of three weeks. While it is always a risk to leave the big boat and cats to someone completely unknown, I got a good feeling from her profile and was not disappointed! Nicole came twice before the vacation before the… read more
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ella)
Ella was a wonderful workaway help! Very skilled, practical and lovable person... she helped cutting wood, shared her substantial chainsaw experience with us and in general did a million helpful things. We enjoyed her company very much and she is welcome to come back at any time.
(Excellent)
5 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Constance) for host
Staying with Hildegard was a great first workaway experience ! The first day I arrived, she immediately showed me her world and included as if she always knew me. I learnt new skills, and she gave me the freedom to choose my work hours which was great to enjoy the city. Overall I enjoyed every bit of the stay, would it be the great location, the… read more
26 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Constance)
Constance was a real joy to have as a guest and as a workaway help. She worked independently and reliably, completed all tasks and solved problems on her own initiative. She was willing to try new things and did everything really well. She was an attentive and polite house guest and a wonderful person to to talk to and get to know. We very much… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Francesco)
Francesco is a very friendly and helpful young man. He came at a very stressful time and helped with a variety of tasks in an uncomplicated and cheerful manner. He assisted with painting and oiling on the boat deck, got wood and rocks, cut fire wood, assembled a bed, and assisted with various other smaller tasks on hand. He definitely has good… read more
(Very good)
12 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Francesco) for host
This was my first experience as a Workawayer and Hilde was so nice to have as an Host:
She made sure that I had everything I needed at any given time and also tried to explain how to complete every single task I had to do despite her never ending work and family schedule.
The boat was also a really nice place where to stay; it was cozy and… read more
She made sure that I had everything I needed at any given time and also tried to explain how to complete every single task I had to do despite her never ending work and family schedule.
The boat was also a really nice place where to stay; it was cozy and… read more
27 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marius)
Marius first postponed his arrival by one day and then did not come at all. I have no idea why.... Hope he is ok.
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
20 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Hugo & Roxanne)
Hugo and Roxanne were skilled, competent and lovely workaway guests. They helped out with a great variety of things, and did all of them well. They painted, cooked, cleaned, built things, repaired things... They were cheerful and good company and cooked some lovely meals. They came at a very busy time, they worked independently, had a good time in… read more
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Hugo & Roxanne) for host
It was a pleasure to spend 2 very good weeks with Hilde and her 2 cats in her beautiful boat near Berlin. As soon as we arrived she gave us a list of tasks to do and told us to organize ourselves as we wanted for the schedules which was a really great freedom! She has always been very grateful for our work. She is a very good cooker and she gave… read more
28 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Arushi) for host
Hilde is what I would consider an ideal workaway host - she gives clear instructions and is also great company, considerate and thoughtful. She provides everything a workawayer needs to complete the tasks (including amazing food!) and works together with you to set up a schedule that keeps everyone happy. Her boat is delightful, and well located… read more
28 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Arushi)
Arushi was friendly, very helpful and a joy to have around. She worked hard painting the boat and did not rest until it was finished. She also took care of the cats and was generally considerate, easy-going, and a great person to talk to. I can definitely recommend her as a work-away guest :-)
(Excellent)
16 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Emil)
Lucky draw! Emil is everything you could possibly wish for in a workaway guest - not only is he an open, inspiring, polite and interesting person - but also an excellent and skilled helper. He wasted no time in taking on various complicated tasks.... painting the entire deck, sanding the window sills and more. He worked independently and fast when… read more
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Emil) for host
I was lucky to stay 2 weeks on the house boat with Hilde, her boyfriend and the 2 cats! It was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to visit this amazingly buzzing city and at the same time live in a beautiful house boat heaven. Hilde is very sweet, interesting and inspiring to chat to and share opinions with. Even when… read more
23 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
Claudia was a blessing - she is a very hard worker and super sweet person. It was a joy to have her around and she did so many things - painting , sanding, cooking, caring for the cats, working in the garden.... Because of Corona and because she is such good company she ended up staying much longer than planned - we miss her a lot and thank her… read more
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan Rose & Manuel)
Megan and Manuel were super sweet, helpful and very flexible. Unfortunately their stay was cut short by changes in my schedule ... I would welcome them back any time and can recommend them as very relaxed, friendly and lovely guests and helpers!
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Megan Rose & Manuel) for host
Had a great time at Hilde’s and we wish we could have stayed for longer. The boat is lovely and the work was fair and not too difficult! The working hours were flexible and we enjoyed chatting to Hilde (and cuddling the cats!).
Would love to come back if we are in Berlin again.
Would love to come back if we are in Berlin again.
1 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Thomas) for host
We loved our stay with Hildie, mimi and wiwi ! Definitely one of the coolest we have seen on workaway and the coolest one we have taken part in. The boat it self is a very comfortable and stylish place to be. It was always warm with the fire and we had an awesome big room with a fire place in it as well. Hildie is an amazing host, her cooking is… read more
29 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Thomas)
Alice and Tom were a dream to host - the most charming, cheerful and hard working workawayers you could possibly imagine. They did miracles in their time here, outside and inside the boat. They re-stacked the compost, leveled the ground, organized wood (twice), cleaned and painted the entire inside boat. (No kidding). They complied with all… read more
(Excellent)
12 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host
Helping out Hilde on her wonderful houseboat over the weekend was my first workaway experience and it was a pleasure! I mostly helped out with sanding, painting and collecting firewood and was free to spend the rest of my time taking in the beautiful surroundings. Hilde was a caring and very generous host and anybody would be lucky to have the… read more
12 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam)
Adam stayed with me over the weekend and helped with painting jobs, cleaning and wood stacking. He is a very sweet and quiet guest and he did a marvelous job. He takes his work seriously, he is committed and reliable and he is also skilled in what he does. I can highly recommend him as a workaway guest to anyone who needs a nice person to help… read more
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Katie & Vincent ) for host
We had such a great experience during our work away with Heilde!
This was such a quirky and cool houseboat we felt so lucky to be able to stay here. It's in a great location, about half an hour away from the city centre of Berlin and a very easy bus ride away! We really enjoyed helping her out with a range of tasks such as gardening, painting,… read more
This was such a quirky and cool houseboat we felt so lucky to be able to stay here. It's in a great location, about half an hour away from the city centre of Berlin and a very easy bus ride away! We really enjoyed helping her out with a range of tasks such as gardening, painting,… read more
16 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Katie & Vincent )
Katie and Vince were my firsts guests in a workaway situation and they completely blew my mind, they were so great! Not only were they funny and sweet and great company, they also did more work than I thought possible to be accomplished in a week. They terraced the garden more or less in one day, they cleaned and stacked wood and painted the… read more
(Excellent)
