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We (Sarah and Chris) are originally from the UK (although we haven't lived there for over 15 years!), we lived in Cyprus for a few years and have now been living in rural Catalunya for 10 years.
We live on an olive farm (The Valley), which is located about 3km from the rural Catalan village of Riba-roja d'Ebre. We are surrounded by picturesque valley and mountain backdrop close to the River Ebro. We have absolutely no light pollution so the stars are amazing!
Our ambition for The Valley is to setup a residency for like minded creatives and off-grid enthusiasts. We have been renovating the existing farm house and outbuildings as well as constructing alternative accommodation and starting to grow vegetables.
Pruning the hundreds of olive trees throughout the year is very important for the annual harvest in November, we produce olives and oil for sale locally and internationally.
We organise artist residencies and commissions both here in The Valley and in the local village. We welcome applications for artistic proposals for creative projects throughout the year.
A bit more about our background - Chris is a web and graphic designer and I'm an artist. We have been hosting workaways for 7 years now and it's such an amazing experience, meeting people from all over the world. Talking round the dinner table till late, hearing such awesome stories, sharing ideas and getting to know new people with fresh perspectives and fantastic personalities!
We really appreciate help and support here on the farm with the varied projects and love having a shared work ethic and vision for this place with new people - creating a living/working community. Both Chris and I have a very strong work ethic and, although we love to socialise and relax, we really do appreciate your help with the various physical projects here.
We LOVE music and art! So, in 2013 we decided to start a mini-festival! We hosted 4 events which bring together creatives from all over the world for this international arts and music festival. The festival has now become part of a registered non-profit association here in Catalunya, which also includes an Artisan Market (Mercat d'Artesans). We would love to continue the festival at some point in the future and are always looking for like-minded people to help us achieve this!
What we can offer you - basic off-grid accommodation either in the large static caravan or the VW campervan, a home cooked vegetarian evening meal, awesome views of the Catalan landscape, the peaceful environment of The Valley and the self-taught skills we have acquired over the last few years! We receive a lot of applications from people traveling with their dogs - we are sorry but we cannot host your pets!!
What we ask for from you - 4 to 5 hours of your time helping us with either a specific project in progress (this could be either on the farm or in the village) or general farm work and maintenance. The work here is physical and requires decent gloves and shoes - there's no working in flip flops! We appreciate your energy, enthusiasm and your stories over dinner!
We look forward to hearing from you!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are situated close to the village of Riba-roja d'Ebre where you will experience a genuine taste of Catalan life, the people are welcoming, the food is awesome and there is always a fiesta going on. We can help with the language and if you would like the opportunity to work as part of the association team or submit an artistic application for our art projects, we welcome your collaboration.
Help
We always need help on the farm with the olive trees, either pruning or harvesting. General clearing of weeds to maintain the farm is also needed. Beyond that, we need your help to build alternative accommodation, compost toilets, shade structures and gardening.
Strong footwear and gloves is a must whenever working with us.
If you are artistic, we are also looking for project proposals for creative commissions.
Contact us for more information.
We really look forward to hearing from you! Sarah and Chris :)
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
We speak a mix of English and Spanish here in The Valley, as well as being able to understand Catalan (but would like to be able to speak this too!).
Accommodation
There is a large static caravan which can sleep up to 4 people with fully fitted kitchen, shower room and toilet. We have a VW campervan for sleeping too. There is also plenty of room for camping with compost toilets and outdoor solar showers.
What else ...
The Ebro area is full of wonderful things to do: kayaking, clay pigeon shooting, off-roading, fishing, tennis, swimming, climbing, hiking, yoga.
The local village has all amenities including banks, pharmacy, bars and restaurants and there is a public swimming open in the school holidays.
There is a rural co-working centre too, available for those who need to continue working during their stay.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a 4G radio mast internet connection, which is unlimited. Downloading is incredibly fast. Upload a is little slower than urban office spaces, but the view makes up for it! We run our own graphic and web design business from this location and we never have any issues (even when there's a storm as the power is never cut off as we're on solar!). However, if we ever have a really large file to upload for example a video or print ready pdf to transfer, we will pop into the village of Riba-roja and use the awesome Co-Working Centre 'Zona Liquida'. There are some great people who use this co-working space and it's a great excuse for a coffee at the local bar!
Space for parking camper vans
We have ample space for parking your own van. We also have an outdoor shower and compost toilet for your use.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4-5 hours per day
Host ref number: 343119844573
Feedback (38)
1 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
It was our absolute pleasure to host Alex here in the valley. He immediately embraced off-grid living with an upmost respect for limited water supplies and energy consumption. Alex was especially helpful around the farm with all sorts of general tasks both with either myself or Chris and independently. He explored the local area, which is always… read more
(Excellent
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28 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
I helped Chris and Sarah in early March, mostly with pruning the olive trees and general work that had to be done around the farm. It was a great week, plenty of learning about the off-grid farm life and all the other projects they had going on and also an awesome opportunity to relax in the mountains after some busy cities! I really enjoyed the… read more
16 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)
It was an absolute pleasure to meet Emily and have her stay here on the farm. She is very respectful of our home and the environment we are trying to create here in the valley. Emily was always very hard working, interested in every aspect of work and life here and was a great help with the olive harvest this year. You're always welcome here… read more
(Excellent
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4 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
I spent a fabulous few weeks here in November :) thank you to Sarah and Chris for hosting me!
I helped with the olive harvest which was very fun and seeing all of the oil we got afterwards was an amazing experience!! Learning about the olive trees and also living off grid was all very interesting. The area was beautiful and tranquil and I enjoyed… read more
I helped with the olive harvest which was very fun and seeing all of the oil we got afterwards was an amazing experience!! Learning about the olive trees and also living off grid was all very interesting. The area was beautiful and tranquil and I enjoyed… read more
26 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jan & Zita) for host
This was our best workaway experience we had until now. It was nice that the work was so divers , so that every day was an interesting new experience. The food was delicious and every dinner we had very Interesting conversation. Sarah and Chris are amazing people ;)
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1 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
It was our absolute pleasure to host Alex here in the valley. He immediately embraced off-grid living with an upmost respect for limited water supplies and energy consumption. Alex was especially helpful around the farm with all sorts of general tasks both with either myself or Chris and independently. He explored the local area, which is always… read more
(Excellent)
28 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
I helped Chris and Sarah in early March, mostly with pruning the olive trees and general work that had to be done around the farm. It was a great week, plenty of learning about the off-grid farm life and all the other projects they had going on and also an awesome opportunity to relax in the mountains after some busy cities! I really enjoyed the… read more
16 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)
It was an absolute pleasure to meet Emily and have her stay here on the farm. She is very respectful of our home and the environment we are trying to create here in the valley. Emily was always very hard working, interested in every aspect of work and life here and was a great help with the olive harvest this year. You're always welcome here… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
I spent a fabulous few weeks here in November :) thank you to Sarah and Chris for hosting me!
I helped with the olive harvest which was very fun and seeing all of the oil we got afterwards was an amazing experience!! Learning about the olive trees and also living off grid was all very interesting. The area was beautiful and tranquil and I enjoyed… read more
I helped with the olive harvest which was very fun and seeing all of the oil we got afterwards was an amazing experience!! Learning about the olive trees and also living off grid was all very interesting. The area was beautiful and tranquil and I enjoyed… read more
26 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jan & Zita) for host
This was our best workaway experience we had until now. It was nice that the work was so divers , so that every day was an interesting new experience. The food was delicious and every dinner we had very Interesting conversation. Sarah and Chris are amazing people ;)
22 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Cameron) for host
I stayed at Chris and Sarah's olive farm for about two weeks and it was a great way to end my time in Spain. The work was enjoyable especially during the harvest and waiting to see how much oil we got was a good buzz. Couldn't fault Sarah and Chris as hosts - always plenty of food, good instructions on what they wanted from us and were really… read more
21 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa & Christopher)
Lisa and Chris were just awesome to have here in The Valley. They showed such interest in everything we are trying to do here with the olives, the garden, the building projects, it really motivates us to continue. Lisa and Chris were so helpful around the place with anything we asked of them, plus they were always offering to do more which is so… read more
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lisa & Christopher) for host
This was our first workaway experience and it could not have been better -- stay here if you get the chance! Sarah and Chris are outstanding hosts and their farm is beautiful. We stayed for a little over 2 weeks and during that time we prepared for the olive harvest, harvested olives for three days, helped with the olive pressing process, cleared… read more
21 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver)
It was an absolute joy to host Oliver here in the valley, what a wonderful guy. Oliver immediately fitted in with life on the farm, he worked very hard and we really enjoyed getting to know him and hearing about his plans.
Tut (the cat) misses Oliver terribly!
When Oliver arrived he brought with him a sense of calm which was much appreciated… read more
Tut (the cat) misses Oliver terribly!
When Oliver arrived he brought with him a sense of calm which was much appreciated… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Oliver) for host
Sarah and Chris are wonderful human beings, I miss their incredible energy and really loved their sense of humor. I had a very memorable stay at their Finca and fact is that they are certainly inspiring. Helping to improve economy in the village by attracting more tourists with the collaboration of artists and of course their festival. I believe… read more
30 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Yanna)
Hey Yanna, This is a well overdue reply and feedback I am so sorry. It was wonderful to meet you and thank you so much for all your help here with the festival setup, throughout the event and the clear up. We were both thinking how we would have loved to have got to know you better, but I think the madness of the festival got in the way last… read more
(Excellent)
4 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Yanna) for host
I felt so spoiled here! such an amazing experience for a first workaway and an absolutly beautiful area.
Sarah and Chris took wicked care of us, great food, great music , they arranged to have us picked up at the train stop, and told us where everything we needed was in town, including the library and co-working office space. I felt they were… read more
Sarah and Chris took wicked care of us, great food, great music , they arranged to have us picked up at the train stop, and told us where everything we needed was in town, including the library and co-working office space. I felt they were… read more
30 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kassandra & Mathieu)
Wow, what can we say! It was such a pleasure hosting Kass and Mathieu here in the valley. To be honest, we would have loved them to stay longer. They were such great fun to get to know, so articulate and intelligent that the conversations over dinner were just brilliant. As for their work ethic, wow!
Kass, Mathieu - Thank you for your help here… read more
Kass, Mathieu - Thank you for your help here… read more
(Excellent)
30 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kassandra & Mathieu) for host
We were on the olive farm last spring (during May), but we kept thinking about our experience all summer long. So here is our review about our stay with Sarah and Chris (better late than never!). They are a great couple, really passionate about all their projects (in fact, their passion is inspiring!), and they make you feel so welcome in their… read more
10 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie & Cathal)
Hey guys, thanks so much for coming to stay in the valley, it was so great to meet you both. We really enjoyed getting to know you and having dinner and drinks around the dinner table. Thanks for everything and hope to see you again soon! Sarah and Chris xx
(Excellent)
16 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marie & Cathal) for host
Sarah and Chris are the most inspiring and generous people we have ever met! We felt like family the minute we arrived. The work was intense but super fun. We built walls, mixed concrete, pruned olive trees and spread stone and they have awesome outdoor showers to cool off in when you get too hot. Sitting around the dinner table at night was a… read more
5 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Siobhan & Gabrielle) for host
This was our first workaway, and a great start! Sarah and Chris were amazing hosts, very easy going, made great food every evening, put on an awesome festival and really made us feel apart of the team. We worked at the festival and had an awesome time on and off shift. We made some great friends with the other workaways, from all over the world… read more
16 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Cerith)
Hey Cerith, thank you so much for being part of the festival team for this year. You were a great help and we're so glad you enjoyed the event. Good luck with your travels and enjoy climbing in the cooler weather! Take care and see you soon! Sarah and Chris :) xx
(Excellent)
15 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Cerith) for host
Had an amazing time. Chris and Sarah are lovely people and very welcoming. This was a great introduction as my first Workaway and has already gotten me excited for next years festival.
16 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ida)
It was an absolute pleasure to meet you both, thank you so much for all your help with the festival preparations. And thank you putting up with the July heat! You're more than welcome back here anytime. Take care both of you and we look forward to seeing you again sometime soon! Sarah and Chris ;) xx
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ida) for host
Sarah and Chris are the most amazing people :-) We spent two weeks on the farm, helping with festival preparations and pruning of the olive trees and we enjoyed every single day. They cooked the most delicious vegetarian food every night and we shared stories around the dinner table. This is the place to be if you want to stay at an olivefarm… read more
26 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jean-Charles & Benjamin)
Hey JC and Ben! It was so lovely to meet you both. You were fantastic help on the farm with all the festival preparations, especially in the really hot weather. We'll miss you round the dinner table talking over a few glasses of wine! Enjoy the rest of your summer guys, and good luck with your studies. Your both welcome back here anytime! Take… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jean-Charles & Benjamin) for host
Sarah and Chris are incredibly nice and interesting people and their work both at the olive farms and the festival is very inspiring. We stayed for two weeks, had very varied tasks to do and definitely learned a lot. You couldn't ask for a better combination of fun, work and rest!
Highly advisable ;)
All the best,
JC and Ben
Highly advisable ;)
All the best,
JC and Ben
8 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Beth)
It was great to meet you Beth, thank you for all your help here on the farm. We really enjoyed having you here and getting to know you, hearing about all your travel plans. We hope you had an amazing time walking the camino. You were such fantastic help with jobs here and took so much care over it, thank you! Hasta septiembre!! S&C ;) xx
(Excellent)
7 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Beth) for host
Had an awesome couple of weeks with Sarah and Chris! Could not have asked for a better first work away experience!
The work is varied and enjoyable and you are constantly surrounded by incredible views! Fell in love with olive tree pruning, and really enjoyed doing a spot of painting and helping to build a terraced garden!
Had so much fun… read more
The work is varied and enjoyable and you are constantly surrounded by incredible views! Fell in love with olive tree pruning, and really enjoyed doing a spot of painting and helping to build a terraced garden!
Had so much fun… read more
8 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sini)
Hosting Sini was an absolute pleasure! Thank you so much for all your help here in the valley with the painting and the garden building. It was so lovely to have you here to stay and we had such fun getting to know you during your stay. We can't wait to see you again in September for the festival! S&C ;) xx
(Excellent)
16 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sini) for host
Wow! This was my first workaway experience and I loved it! The 2 weeks in the finca with Sarah and Chris was so great (except the storm the first time I arrived ;D) Sarah and Chris are really nice and welcoming people and it was amazing to hear their stories about this different kind of lifestyle. Also met some other great people while staying… read more
23 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anita)
Hola Anita, we both thought the same - you left too soon!! Thank you so much for all your help. It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay here with us. You really embraced very part of off-grid living and all the different jobs we have on here especially the olive tree pruning - the farm has never looked this good in the 5 years we've been… read more
(Excellent)
22 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anita) for host
I wish i could have stayed longer! Seeing the changes created by common work around the house in only 2 weeks was amazing! Very motivating and satisfying! Sarah&Chris are very flexible, down-to-earth and easy going. I am happy i could contribute just a bit to their projects. Living in a this piece of eco paradise, creating sustainable environment,… read more
23 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Gareth)
Hey Gareth, the valley is not the same without your sense of humour! We absolutely loved meeting you and you were such a great help, thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed your time here, you're welcome back anytime :) We loved the challenge of preparing vegan meals and so happy that you enjoyed them! We hope you have an amazing next few months,… read more
(Excellent)
18 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Gareth) for host
I 100% recommend this place to any work awayer. Chris and Sarah made me feel so welcome, I enjoyed every minute of it. The work was varied and I learnt lots of new skills from how to prune olive trees to building my first wall. I also really enjoyed my free time running in the mountains and meditating on yoga rock :) Sarah and Chris would also… read more
17 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)
Hi Nathan, it was such a pleasure to have you stay here in the valley. For your first workaway experience you were incredibly enthusiastic to get working on the farm (in the dirt!) and were happy to have your energy and ideas here. You became part of a lovely small team for a couple of weeks and achieved so much, we're very grateful. You'll always… read more
(Excellent)
16 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nathan) for host
Chris and Sarah were the best hosts a first time workawayers could ask for. I really enjoyed my time spent in the valley. The work was fun and rewarding. Seeing all the changes happen in such a short time made me appreciate a good days work when people come together and put their creative minds to work. Thanks so much for having me. I loved… read more
20 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Brazil)
Hey Zoe, Imogen and Brazil... Wow! Thank you for the superb feedback :)
Thank you so much for your help here on the olive farm. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have you stay here for a week. Thank you for your help on the olive trees, they look amazing!! You all adapted to off-grid life here in the valley instantly without any… read more
Thank you so much for your help here on the olive farm. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have you stay here for a week. Thank you for your help on the olive trees, they look amazing!! You all adapted to off-grid life here in the valley instantly without any… read more
(Excellent)
15 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Brazil) for host
Thank you Sarah and Chris so much for the wonderful week we spent with you in your lovely Spanish paradise! You went above and beyond to make us comfortable and we couldn't have asked for more revitalizing and fun work. Who knew we'd have a passion for olive pruning?! You guy are amazing and have set up an amazing experience for workawayers, I… read more
20 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Imogen)
Hey Zoe, Imogen and Brazil... Wow! Thank you for the superb feedback :)
Thank you so much for your help here on the olive farm. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have you stay here for a week. Thank you for your help on the olive trees, they look amazing!! You all adapted to off-grid life here in the valley instantly without any… read more
Thank you so much for your help here on the olive farm. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have you stay here for a week. Thank you for your help on the olive trees, they look amazing!! You all adapted to off-grid life here in the valley instantly without any… read more
(Excellent)
15 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Imogen) for host
Sarah and Chris were outstanding hosts! right from the start they were welcoming and fun, cooking us fantastic meals and letting us take part in the incredible lifestyle. Their gorgeous slice of land can only be described as paradise, I will miss the olive trees!! Thank you so much Sarah and Chris, I'll be back!! :)
20 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Zoe)
Hey Zoe, Imogen and Brazil... Wow! Thank you for the superb feedback :)
Thank you so much for your help here on the olive farm. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have you stay here for a week. Thank you for your help on the olive trees, they look amazing!! You all adapted to off-grid life here in the valley instantly without any… read more
Thank you so much for your help here on the olive farm. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and have you stay here for a week. Thank you for your help on the olive trees, they look amazing!! You all adapted to off-grid life here in the valley instantly without any… read more
(Excellent)
15 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Zoe) for host
I had the most amazing time staying with Sarah and Chris! I was with my two friends and we stayed in the caravan for one week and loved every minute. We were picked up in town by Sarah when we arrived without any issues and she was immediately so welcoming. They are such a creative and down to earth couple. Both so friendly and incredibly… read more
15 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Riikka)
It was an absolute pleasure to have you stay here Riikka. You are more than welcome anytime. Thank you so much for your extremely hard work documenting every last minute of the festival. You were awesome and the photos are just amazing! Don't worry, you will have an assistant next time so you can get some more sleep! We all loved having you here… read more
(Excellent)
14 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Riikka) for host
I feel so grateful to have met people as amazing as Sarah and Chris. I couldn’t have hoped for a better place to start my workaway ”career”! I had so many interesting talks with you and the other volunteers, it was great being surrounded by such warm, likeminded people. The festival was great fun and even with the slight fatigue i was… read more
9 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina was an absolute pleasure to have stay with us. She completely understood living off the grid and respected the way of life here in the valley. Sabrina was so helpful with everything, the work on the farm, the olive trees, the harvest, helping in the kitchen, nothing was too much work for her. Thank you for coming to stay with us Sabrina,… read more
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Camilla)
It was an absolute pleasure to host you Camilla. You worked so hard here in the valley with the olive harvest and the endless removal of rosemary plants! You were a delight to have around and you are more than welcome back anytime, so please keep in touch. Thank you for your lovely card, your ideas and stories. Take care and enjoy your travels.… read more
(Excellent)
23 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Camilla) for host
Had a fantastic time with Sarah and Chris. Their finca is beautiful, and so are they! With such a lovely environment and company i could only sing their praises. It was a friendly, relaxed and social environment, and the work was a lot of fun. Thanks so much guys! Also, I'm pretty sure every feedback mentions their amazing cooking!
19 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina & Erika)
Hi Sabrina, Hi Erika,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback :) It was so great to meet you both too and thank you again for all your help here in the valley. We had such a great time getting to know you both and you are welcome back here anytime! Clyde says hi :) Much love from the enchanted valley. S&C xxx
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback :) It was so great to meet you both too and thank you again for all your help here in the valley. We had such a great time getting to know you both and you are welcome back here anytime! Clyde says hi :) Much love from the enchanted valley. S&C xxx
(Excellent)
19 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina & Erika) for host
The enchanted Valley! What we can say if not AMAZING? Sarah and Chris are the host that all of the workaways are looking for.. They are really nice, we felt like at home and like a family as well! We really already miss these guys and the food that they cook is really good! We had such of great time in the Valley.. You can't chose a better host!… read more
18 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jelle)
Thanks Jelle for your enthusiasm, general loveliness and great ideas here in the valley. The pallet chairs are awesome and are being enjoyed by all our other visitors! You worked so hard during the festival and we really appreciated it. You were loved by all the other workaways here in September :) Remember, whenever you're passing Riba-roja… read more
(Excellent)
31 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jelle) for host
I stayed with Sarah and Chris and helped with building up the festival and it was by far the best way to end my summer. I absolutely loved the athmosphere. Sarah and Chris are really friendly, open, enthusiastic and caring. Even during the festival when they were so busy they made sure we were okay. They and their friends and family made me feel… read more
18 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Satchel)
Thank you so much Satchel for all your help here on the olive finca. You were a great part of the harvest team and very helpful with every job we had on here! We can't believe how much oil we have now :) It was so lovely to meet you and hear your music in the evenings which created such a fantastic atmosphere in the valley. You are welcome back… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Satchel) for host
Chris and Sarah were absolutely phenomenal hosts! Couldn't ask for a warmer environment or better folks to share the Spanish valley with. Their setup is very cool, off-the-grid and completely comfortable. Had a superb time gathering olives for the harvest and man let me just tell you the food alone was worth the trip :) Would highly recommend… read more
9 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
Hi David, thank you for the feedback and for your visit. You immediately embraced off-grid life in the valley and it was an absolute pleasure getting to know you.
Thank you for your help with the concreting and work on the tipi structure, jobs that moved the whole 'valley project' on no end. But special thanks for the design and construction… read more
Thank you for your help with the concreting and work on the tipi structure, jobs that moved the whole 'valley project' on no end. But special thanks for the design and construction… read more
(Excellent)
19 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
Midsummer, my traveling companion and I visited this gorgeous valley near Riba-Roja d'Ebre, which is only a couple hour train trip from Barcelona, and loved every minute. Immediately upon meeting Sarah at the Train station, we knew it would be a wonderful time. Sarah and Chris were amazing hosts, putting us straight to work on worthwhile… read more
29 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna & Sophia)
Johanna, you were an absolute delight to have stay here on the finca, thank you! You fitted in perfectly with the community here in the valley. Very hard working and always extremely helpful throughout your stay and during the festival itself. We felt we could trust you with every part of the festival organisation. We would love to have you back… read more
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Johanna & Sophia) for host
I really had a great time at Sarah and Chris' olive finca :) The atmosphere was always relaxed and I can't remember seeing any of them really stressed- even at the festival. Which was by the way the greatest festival I've ever been to. The work was fair and never too hard and the food was just amazing :) In the beginning it took some time to get… read more
17 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jaclyn)
Thank you Jacky for an amazing review - especially of the food, it always concerns us that people enjoy the vegetarian food so that's great to hear!! It was so lovely having you here to stay, the outdoor solar shower floor you created is beautiful and everyone comments on it. Clyde misses you too by the way! Good luck with your studies and hope to… read more
(Excellent)
17 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jaclyn) for host
I had an amazing time on the finca. Chris and Sara are wonderful hosts. They are such interesting and creative people. The land was breathtakingly beautiful. We had plenty of down time to explore and meet some of the locals in town. Working was never too difficult. Oh, the food! Chris and Sarah cook the most delicious and healthy vegetarian meals.… read more
17 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Tal)
Thank you Tal, your help with all the strimming on the farm was brilliant! We loved having you to stay here and hope to see you again sometime. Have fun with the rest of your travels. Sarah and Chris :) xx
(Excellent)
14 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Tal) for host
Chris ad Sarah are amazing people and they got amazing peice of land!! My time there was Excellent!
Thank you guys for this nice exeperience
Thank you guys for this nice exeperience
14 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Connor & Jon )
Hi Connor, Hi Jon,
Well, what can we say? You guys worked so hard here in the lead up to and during the festival, we couldn't have done it without you. Your commitment and enthusiasm for digging was incredible, especially in the heat! As part of the festival volunteer team, you were invaluable, thank you :)
Really going to miss you both and we… read more
Well, what can we say? You guys worked so hard here in the lead up to and during the festival, we couldn't have done it without you. Your commitment and enthusiasm for digging was incredible, especially in the heat! As part of the festival volunteer team, you were invaluable, thank you :)
Really going to miss you both and we… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Connor & Jon ) for host
Our stay here was amazing!
Chris and Sarah are great, especially for our first workaway experience. The hours were very flexible and the work was never too hard. The food they cooked was always very nice (even without meat), and apparently Chris' pizzas incredible! The static caravan has good facilities and is comfortable, the solar showers are a… read more
Chris and Sarah are great, especially for our first workaway experience. The hours were very flexible and the work was never too hard. The food they cooked was always very nice (even without meat), and apparently Chris' pizzas incredible! The static caravan has good facilities and is comfortable, the solar showers are a… read more
10 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
Hi Paul,
Wow, thank you for such an amazing review of your stay here in the valley. We absolutely loved having you here and you are more than welcome back anytime. You worked so hard in the heat, all that digging... amazing thank you and your technical skills were very much appreciated. Lovely evening meals together and nights out in the village,… read more
Wow, thank you for such an amazing review of your stay here in the valley. We absolutely loved having you here and you are more than welcome back anytime. You worked so hard in the heat, all that digging... amazing thank you and your technical skills were very much appreciated. Lovely evening meals together and nights out in the village,… read more
(Excellent)
10 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host
Dearest Sarah and Chris (and of course Tootus, B&C!)
Thank you much for an amazing introduction into workawaying! I could not have wished for nicer hosts, so many great memories of my time with you guys and mark on the finca. So many laughs and fun nights in really wonderful surroundings. Mark and I had many adventures clambering through the… read more
Thank you much for an amazing introduction into workawaying! I could not have wished for nicer hosts, so many great memories of my time with you guys and mark on the finca. So many laughs and fun nights in really wonderful surroundings. Mark and I had many adventures clambering through the… read more
6 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sienna)
The place has not been the same since Sienna left. She fitted in so well, part of the family. Ready to help with any project around the house and on the farm, Sienna took to the olive pruning, burning and heavy lifting and moving so well and we achieved a lot here during her stay. Such great company around the dinner table with interesting stories… read more
(Excellent)
5 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Sienna) for host
My 2 weeks spent at Sarah and Chris' were a highlight of my 3 months in Europe. They are so welcoming and inclusive I felt at home right away. They are amazing cooks! I ate well every night. The work is interesting and varied, but there is also plenty of down time for exploring, reading, and visiting. I already can't wait to go back! I would… read more
1 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Mark was an awesome workaway. He's such a lovely guy, great company and so helpful. There wasn't a job that was too difficult for him, he embraced every project on the finca with such enthusiasm. We can't wait to have him back to the valley soon :)
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (Mark) for host
Chris and Sarah are awesome!
I stayed with them for 3 weeks in March and had a great time, they're incredibly friendly and welcoming people. Whilst iI was there we did a lot of preparation for the festival in September and I can't wait to go back and see them later this year. The finca has a very relaxed atmosphere, the hours are flexible and… read more
I stayed with them for 3 weeks in March and had a great time, they're incredibly friendly and welcoming people. Whilst iI was there we did a lot of preparation for the festival in September and I can't wait to go back and see them later this year. The finca has a very relaxed atmosphere, the hours are flexible and… read more
6 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Mara & Catherine) for host
Sarah and Chris were absolutely amazing hosts! They made us feel welcome and comfortable the instant we arrived in Riba-Roja. Even before we arrived, their expectations of us and our accommodations, were made perfectly clear. Our day to day tasks varied, keeping us happy and interested constantly. Their passion was so infectious, it was a… read more
1 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Mara & Catherine)
Mara, Catherine and Sarah were just brilliant! They worked so hard on the finca on various projects including sanding and painting, digging, renovating, olive pruning and burning. They withstood the January cold nights and enjoyed some winter sun during the days. They were all great company, lots of fun and cooked some lovely meals for us. We were… read more
(Excellent)
26 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)
Sam's a lovely guy and brought his sense of humour and musical talent to the farm. Hard work in the heat of July was much appreciated and we are so glad you got your honey back to the UK! Thanks Sam, we hope to see you again. S&C ;)
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host
my stay with Sarah and Chris was great, there was never too much work and they weren't many difficult tasks. The food was good and they always gave enough. The accommodation was very comfortable and the area is very good, so is the local village. My 2 weeks with Sarah and Chris was great and i would definitely recommend them to anyone.
26 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ran & Gilad)
Wow, what can we say!! 3 weeks of amazingly hard work on the farm, early starts to avoid the midday heat and so much achieved towards the arts and music event in September, we couldn't have done it without you. All this and you're both lovely, funny and very interesting people. More than welcome back here anytime. S&C ;)
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Ran & Gilad) for host
Our 3 weeks with sarah and chris was really great. The work was hard but very good. The food was exellent, spacily the great cakes of chris. We had a lot of free time to do whatever we want, so most of the time we have spent in the ebro river.
Also, their little child - toot (we hope that we wrote his name ok), is very nice.
That time in the… read more
Also, their little child - toot (we hope that we wrote his name ok), is very nice.
That time in the… read more
26 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Evelyn)
Thank you Evelyn, it was lovely having you to stay here and you fitted in really well with general life on the farm. Thank you for all your hard work in the heat of the summer. Take care and we hope to see you again. S&C ;)
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Evelyn) for host
I had a great stay with Sarah and Chris! They are wonderfully open, friendly and relaxed, down to earth people. The work was varied and a good balance of hours and down time. Thanks so much for delicious, simple food (yum potatoes!), good company and abundant recipes (am going to make the Aioli (with less potent garlic!). Highly recommend :)
