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Hey you amazing Workawayer,s.Hi I live near the wild Atlantic way in the west coast of Ireland so I have a large house and gardens and would like some help,I have 1 small dog a puggle called Scooter.I would ask for 5'hours per day 5 days per week with 2 days off to travel I will also take you 2 times per week after helping out to the local sights,you will get to stay in a stunning period Victorian residence.i am hoping to be able to welcome someone who is enthusiastic about cleaning the house and gardening experience is necessary I will guide you through the tasks but you must have used some machinery before example a petrol trimmers and a lawnmower
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
A chance to stay in a stunning period Victorian home with me and my dogs, you could learn about Antiques also Irish culture and learn about our native plants when enjoying the garden.
Help
Help with mowing grass strimming and some weeding also some housework
1. help in the garden/house
2. vacuuming and dusting some very special Antiques
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
room in private home, the house is all decorated in Victorian grandeur so the rooms are amazing
I will provide food and we can share the cooking so we can experience each other’s culture, or You can cook
What else ...
Lots of beautiful beaches including amazing surfers beach,mountain walks
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
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 357121942657
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24 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host
I stayed around 3 weeks with Nocholai and I absolutely enjoyed it. He is really kind and treats you as a guest. He is a fabulous cook, very hospital, fun to talk to and just a great guy.
The garden is really beautiful and the house is something special with all the antiques. My work was mainly in the garden and consisted of strimming, hedge… read more
The garden is really beautiful and the house is something special with all the antiques. My work was mainly in the garden and consisted of strimming, hedge… read more
3 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas)
Jonas was a fantastic guy who came to me as a workaway, I set about giving him tasks of gardening which included strumming Amd can I say he’s an expert at this also using the lawnmower brilliant, I also got him to shape hedges Amd box hedges which again he did brilliantly, a lovely guy to talk to and he has a great sense of humour. He respects the… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)
Clara stayed with me for a couple of weeks during that time she fulfilled many different tasks very well, Clara enjoyed looking after my Doggy Scooter and he liked her very much, once given instructions Clara is more than capable at carrying out the task welcome back anytime,
(Excellent
)
29 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Clara) for host
I stayed with Nicolai for about two weeks, working in his house and garden. We always had plenty of time off and Nicolai was always happy to drive us somewhere and pick us up again. The work was easy and Nicolai made sure we were happy and able to do it. All in all it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. Thank you Nicolai and… read more
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (SUZUHO)
Nipo was truly an inspiring young woman travelling alone and so young , Nipp was a bit like myself always happy and smiling and always willing to g to try anything and was always proving to be very good at any task I gave to her, she loved my doggy and enjoyed taking him for walks during the day and Nipo was so respectful of my house and helped… read more
(Excellent
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24 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host
I stayed around 3 weeks with Nocholai and I absolutely enjoyed it. He is really kind and treats you as a guest. He is a fabulous cook, very hospital, fun to talk to and just a great guy.
The garden is really beautiful and the house is something special with all the antiques. My work was mainly in the garden and consisted of strimming, hedge… read more
The garden is really beautiful and the house is something special with all the antiques. My work was mainly in the garden and consisted of strimming, hedge… read more
3 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas)
Jonas was a fantastic guy who came to me as a workaway, I set about giving him tasks of gardening which included strumming Amd can I say he’s an expert at this also using the lawnmower brilliant, I also got him to shape hedges Amd box hedges which again he did brilliantly, a lovely guy to talk to and he has a great sense of humour. He respects the… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)
Clara stayed with me for a couple of weeks during that time she fulfilled many different tasks very well, Clara enjoyed looking after my Doggy Scooter and he liked her very much, once given instructions Clara is more than capable at carrying out the task welcome back anytime,
(Excellent)
29 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Clara) for host
I stayed with Nicolai for about two weeks, working in his house and garden. We always had plenty of time off and Nicolai was always happy to drive us somewhere and pick us up again. The work was easy and Nicolai made sure we were happy and able to do it. All in all it was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. Thank you Nicolai and… read more
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (SUZUHO)
Nipo was truly an inspiring young woman travelling alone and so young , Nipp was a bit like myself always happy and smiling and always willing to g to try anything and was always proving to be very good at any task I gave to her, she loved my doggy and enjoyed taking him for walks during the day and Nipo was so respectful of my house and helped… read more
(Excellent)
22 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Vincent)
Vincent stayed with me for several weeks. He was excellent in the work done in the gardens to assist getting ready for opening for charity. He was very capable in every task given to him from Strimming long grass to mowing the lawn to painting fences and trimming hedges to which he was brilliant.
Vincent was very respectful of the home and was a… read more
Vincent was very respectful of the home and was a… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Vincent) for host
I had a really very good stay at Nicholai's home for my first workaway experience. He lives in a very nice place with a wonderful quiet and relaxing garden, where he organizes Opening Garden for charity causes. We are effectively in countryside but close to a lot of beautiful places to visit, and from only 15-20min to the big town of Sligo. I… read more
18 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)
Simone stayed with me for approximately 2 weeks during this time he was very courteous and respectful of my home, during his short stay Simone did some gardening and painting , he also helped with laying a deck area.
Simone can take instructions well and be left to carry out the job on his own .
I thank him for his help and wish him well in the… read more
Simone can take instructions well and be left to carry out the job on his own .
I thank him for his help and wish him well in the… read more
(Good)
11 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host
Thank you Nicholai for gave me this beautiful opportunity to try an experience that i will never forget. Nicholai was and is a available and extroverted person. He is always ready to give a new works and I have never been left idle. Accompanying me during during the day, there was the Scooter dog, adorable and affectionate. I did various jobs for… read more
2 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeff & Siti)
Jeff and city stayed in my home with me for four weeks. They were very respectful of my house very clean and tidy whilst with me. They did a multitude of different tasks from painting garden furniture to digging weeding cleaning the house. Lots of different activities city is an amazing cook and we had some of the most flavoursome, food I have… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jeff & Siti) for host
It was a wonderful time we spent in Ireland. We had a warm welcome from Nicholai himself and his adorable dog scooter. During our time there are many projects in the garden because he does several events throughout the year in his garden. Our daily work is to walk the scooter in the morning and evening. After that we will have some tasks to do in… read more
24 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Berkant)
Berkant was a warm friendly young man who came to help me get the gardens ready for opening for charity days.
He helped with Strimming which he did exceptionally well and he also did some outdoor painting and mowing the grass.
Berkant was a delight to have around
the house and respected my home he was a kind pleasant helper ready to help whenever… read more
He helped with Strimming which he did exceptionally well and he also did some outdoor painting and mowing the grass.
Berkant was a delight to have around
the house and respected my home he was a kind pleasant helper ready to help whenever… read more
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Berkant) for host
I stayed with Nicholai for 5 weeks and this was my first Workaway and I didn’t know what to expect. I was suprised how friendly he was and I felt on the first day already a pet of the family. Then there is scooter, the crazy dog. He loved me from the first day and I loved him as well. Nicholai was really fair with the work and tried to give me the… read more
18 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah-lou & Enora)
What a pleasure to host this couple they were amazing workers and absolutely a joy to host they were very respectful of my home and brought a lot of laughter as well as hard work.
They also cooked amazing Crepes even pink ones.
Whatever task they were given they could achieve great results,
Thank you girls for all your hard work amd I wish you… read more
They also cooked amazing Crepes even pink ones.
Whatever task they were given they could achieve great results,
Thank you girls for all your hard work amd I wish you… read more
(Excellent)
15 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kassandra) for host
I stayed with Nicolai and Scooter for a month and I had a great time. I worked during the mornings and helped taking all the Christmas decorations down.
In the afternoon Nicolai would often take me to see places in Sligo, he knows a lot of nice walks and hikes in the area.
Overall Nicolai was an amazing host and I would highly recommend staying… read more
In the afternoon Nicolai would often take me to see places in Sligo, he knows a lot of nice walks and hikes in the area.
Overall Nicolai was an amazing host and I would highly recommend staying… read more
28 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anika & Joaquín)
What a lovely young couple these guys are. It was my pleasure to host them for three weeks,
during their time with me they covered many tasks and were exceptional at them all,
This couple were very respectful of my home and a joy to have around always smiling and laughing they were exceptional company.
I miss them already best of luck you guys… read more
during their time with me they covered many tasks and were exceptional at them all,
This couple were very respectful of my home and a joy to have around always smiling and laughing they were exceptional company.
I miss them already best of luck you guys… read more
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anika & Joaquín) for host
We spent 3 weeks in October at Nicholai's but they were enough to gather memories that we will not forget. To start, Nicholai picked us up at the bus station and since we arrived at night he made us some little sandwiches to eat. In addition, he told us that the next day we should rest and get to know the place a bit and that we would start… read more
20 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo Nicolás & Eugenia Maria) for host
We are Euge and Rodri, we stayed for three weeks with Nicholai and scooter. we work in the mornings and with two days off, the previous comments are spot on. Nicolai is an incredible person, attentive and always in a good mood, he helped us solve a problem with the passport in which we thank him a lot and for the patience he has had with us… read more
13 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)
Robert was a gentleman he stayed with me for just two weeks and it went so fast.
His work was impeccable at whatever task he undertook he only needed the task to be explained to him and he got straight to it.
Robert entertained my other workaways while I was busy with work he cooked and they loved it,
Robert was a very respectful workaway who kept… read more
His work was impeccable at whatever task he undertook he only needed the task to be explained to him and he got straight to it.
Robert entertained my other workaways while I was busy with work he cooked and they loved it,
Robert was a very respectful workaway who kept… read more
(Excellent)
6 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Robert) for host
I mean, just the fact how much I needed to scroll down to leave my feedback shows what a great host Nicholai is!
First of all, I only stayed for two and a half weeks and the time went by so quickly. Nicholai picked me up the bus station of Sligo and he brought me to his beautiful home. Nicholai is a great host, that is for sure! He is such a… read more
First of all, I only stayed for two and a half weeks and the time went by so quickly. Nicholai picked me up the bus station of Sligo and he brought me to his beautiful home. Nicholai is a great host, that is for sure! He is such a… read more
20 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Matthias) for host
To stay and work at Nicholai’s was an absolute delight. I came for 6 weeks and it was such a shame that I had to leave. Nicholai is a wonderful, kind and funny host. He greeted me into in incredibly home with open arms and introduced me to his family, friends, clients and pets. His generosity is absolutely unmatched. Nicholai’s knowledge about the… read more
27 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthias)
Matthias was a great Workawayer he had so many fantastic qualities and was so helpful in fact so much he was my PA for 1 month.
Kind and extremely helpful in every way he could do any job requested of him, during his stay with us Matthias tended to the lawns cut hedges, cooked wonderful dinners and learned how to make some new beautiful cakes. As… read more
Kind and extremely helpful in every way he could do any job requested of him, during his stay with us Matthias tended to the lawns cut hedges, cooked wonderful dinners and learned how to make some new beautiful cakes. As… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
Marta I have to be honest this lady has completely restored all my faith back in humanity what a gentle kind caring soul she is.
Marta has without question looked after the most precious little man in my life my Scooter the Pug also my horsy Chance,
Without exception Marta is just an amazing workaway she can do anything and so much more from… read more
Marta has without question looked after the most precious little man in my life my Scooter the Pug also my horsy Chance,
Without exception Marta is just an amazing workaway she can do anything and so much more from… read more
(Excellent)
12 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Cristina) for host
If you have read the previous reviews about Venetia and Michael you might have thought that they were too good to be real. Well, I can confirm all the good things other guests have said about them. They are real and they are amazing.
For a first experience as a workawayer, I could not have found a better place to stay. I instantly felt at home… read more
For a first experience as a workawayer, I could not have found a better place to stay. I instantly felt at home… read more
16 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tracy) for host
My stay was initially supposed to be for a few weeks but somehow this turned into 3 months, I just couldn’t leave! I don’t think I’ll ever find another Workaway like this. Nicholai is a wonderful host and one of the kindest, most generous individuals, his welcome mat is open to all and he goes out of his way to everyone, his family, friends,… read more
18 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Chloe & Clement)
Thank you Chloe & Clement so much for all your help you were both amazing to host. They helped me in so many ways from cutting hedges to weeding the drive to putting up Christmas decorations and tiring the best bows ever thanks again. I would highly recommend this pair for any task a host would have as once shown they use their initiative amazing… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Chloe & Clement) for host
We stayed at Nicholai's place for 3 weeks in November/December.
Nicholai is the kindest and most caring host we have ever encountered! He always makes sure that you feel good at his place and takes time to take you to places to visit around Sligo!
The house is simply incredible! You need to see it in person to understand how beautiful it is. We… read more
Nicholai is the kindest and most caring host we have ever encountered! He always makes sure that you feel good at his place and takes time to take you to places to visit around Sligo!
The house is simply incredible! You need to see it in person to understand how beautiful it is. We… read more
3 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriela)
Gabriela was a great Workawayer we had a great few weeks together she helped me so much in the house and gardens.
Any task set for Gabriela was attended to with great enthusiasm and she executed it to perfection.it is always beautiful when a Workawayer creates a bond with crazy Scooter as it makes me feel so at ease and she definitely loved… read more
Any task set for Gabriela was attended to with great enthusiasm and she executed it to perfection.it is always beautiful when a Workawayer creates a bond with crazy Scooter as it makes me feel so at ease and she definitely loved… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Gabriela) for host
I had an amazing first workaway experience with Nicholai.
The house was an experience on its own, with so much art and history in every room.
Nicholai was very clear and supportive with the tasks to do around the house. I got some great tips and experience that will be very useful when I have to run my own house!
The best about my time here was… read more
The house was an experience on its own, with so much art and history in every room.
Nicholai was very clear and supportive with the tasks to do around the house. I got some great tips and experience that will be very useful when I have to run my own house!
The best about my time here was… read more
12 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lucy) for host
This was a truly wonderful workaway experience and Nicholai is an absolutely top host.
Committed to the workaway ethos of cultural exchange, Nicholai went out of his way to make the whole stay a positive and welcoming time, and, brimming over with enthusiasm and knowledge of his home county of Sligo, there were stories and local knowledge… read more
Committed to the workaway ethos of cultural exchange, Nicholai went out of his way to make the whole stay a positive and welcoming time, and, brimming over with enthusiasm and knowledge of his home county of Sligo, there were stories and local knowledge… read more
10 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy)
Well what an amazing lady is Lucy.
Lucy is so joyful and pleasant to have around the house having walked through my front door Lucy got straight to work offering her help around the house, whatever task you set Lucy she does it to 100% perfection.
We laughed shared stories and engaged in all kinds of fun activities such a warm positive soulful… read more
Lucy is so joyful and pleasant to have around the house having walked through my front door Lucy got straight to work offering her help around the house, whatever task you set Lucy she does it to 100% perfection.
We laughed shared stories and engaged in all kinds of fun activities such a warm positive soulful… read more
(Excellent)
10 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Léo)
What a great guy Leo was extremely helpful while he was staying with me he was great at any Kobe given to him.
Leo was very respectful of my he and got on well with everyone he is a pleasure to host so I highly Recomend him to any host in the future.Leo we really miss you Nicholai & Scooter
Leo was very respectful of my he and got on well with everyone he is a pleasure to host so I highly Recomend him to any host in the future.Leo we really miss you Nicholai & Scooter
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Léo) for host
Amazing first but not last workaway experience for me. Nicholai's house is really unique and make you feel living in a castle (which I love) 🏰
The work is really well explained and Nicholai can bring you on the afternoon to the many nice place of Sligo area who provides waterfalls, wonderful hikes, beache and also a nice pub with traditional… read more
The work is really well explained and Nicholai can bring you on the afternoon to the many nice place of Sligo area who provides waterfalls, wonderful hikes, beache and also a nice pub with traditional… read more
6 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Kelly) for host
My stay with Nicholai was my first Workaway experience and first time in Ireland. It was AMAZING. Far better than I ever imagined. I am a 61 year old woman and my plan was to do a Workaway for appx 3 weeks and then travel on my own for 3 wks. Nicholai was an amazing host.
THE HOUSE/ ACCOMODATION was fabulous. Built in 1898 (I think) it was a… read more
THE HOUSE/ ACCOMODATION was fabulous. Built in 1898 (I think) it was a… read more
2 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelly)
Kelly was an amazing lady we had many laughs together and her work for me varied from helping in the house garden to painting to entertaining guests at the B&B.
Kelly will be sadly missed by myself and Scooter and of course Angela the fugitive Workaway.
I can guarantee that if you have the opportunity to meet Kelly then grab it as she is amazing… read more
Kelly will be sadly missed by myself and Scooter and of course Angela the fugitive Workaway.
I can guarantee that if you have the opportunity to meet Kelly then grab it as she is amazing… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Angela & WIL)
Angela arrived to me for 2 weeks almost 5 months later she was still with me, a fantastic Workawayer just the most creative amazing artist I have met.
Both Angela & Will have helped me to bring my garden up to standards of opening next year for Sligo secret Gardens for which we are all very proud. Angela is a grafter there is no messing around… read more
Both Angela & Will have helped me to bring my garden up to standards of opening next year for Sligo secret Gardens for which we are all very proud. Angela is a grafter there is no messing around… read more
(Excellent)
9 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Killian) for host
What an amazing experience in this house! The house looks like a museum, you'll discovers new paintings and things everyday (we already miss the so nice rooms!). The garden is beautiful and it's very pleasant to spend time in it!
Nicholai is a very kind and generous host, always in a good mood and smiling! He knows so many places to see in the… read more
Nicholai is a very kind and generous host, always in a good mood and smiling! He knows so many places to see in the… read more
18 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Killian)
Killian & Fiona were fantastic workayays.
Absolutely a joy to host and they did every single job with huge passion and attention to detail. They took a rusty old bench and spent a few days working on it and oh my god it turned out amazing.
From painting the gazebo to cutting the hedge and strimming and helping with inside the house there was… read more
Absolutely a joy to host and they did every single job with huge passion and attention to detail. They took a rusty old bench and spent a few days working on it and oh my god it turned out amazing.
From painting the gazebo to cutting the hedge and strimming and helping with inside the house there was… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (cindyj66)
Cindy what an amazing lady you are we were absolutely blessed to have met you on our journey in this life.you are truly one of the most amazing,joyous ,& free spirited people I have ever had the pleasure to meet your work which was so varied here was meticulous nothing you couldn’t do and with all your heart and love we adored you Chris Scooter &… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (cindyj66) for host
Nicholai, Chris, and Scooter (the dog)... I give you, three, 5*****!
This was my first WorkAway experience. I was a bit apprehensive, as it was new, but on arrival and seeing Nicholai beaming from ear to ear, and scooter happy, and welcoming, left me relaxed and excited. My initial plan was to stay for 2 to 3 weeks. I ended up staying for over 10… read more
This was my first WorkAway experience. I was a bit apprehensive, as it was new, but on arrival and seeing Nicholai beaming from ear to ear, and scooter happy, and welcoming, left me relaxed and excited. My initial plan was to stay for 2 to 3 weeks. I ended up staying for over 10… read more
11 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Marcelo) for host
If you are looking for the best possible experience as a Workawayer, you need to meet and spend time with Nicholai.
I stayed in Sligo for 3 months, and even in winter and with the lockdown it was one of the most remarkable and interesting experiences of my life. Certainly what contributed a lot to this was Nicholai's interest and concern in… read more
I stayed in Sligo for 3 months, and even in winter and with the lockdown it was one of the most remarkable and interesting experiences of my life. Certainly what contributed a lot to this was Nicholai's interest and concern in… read more
27 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcelo)
A warm Kind,Caring,honest, young man who has an infectious smile 😃 always motivated to get going on any task you give him W heather it be in the garden or inside the house he did every task with care a quality that is rare, we spent 3 weeks living and working together and it was a real pleasure to host Marcello, Annie but especially Scooter my pug… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Greta) for host
If you are thinking of spending some time with Nicholai I suggest you to not hesitate and contact him immediately as he is the ideal host.
Nicholai as a person is very easy going as well as kind and always makes sure you feel comfortable and at home. He is an immaculate cook who will spoil you with dishes from all over the world and also the… read more
Nicholai as a person is very easy going as well as kind and always makes sure you feel comfortable and at home. He is an immaculate cook who will spoil you with dishes from all over the world and also the… read more
29 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Greta)
Hi anyone reading this is obviously interested in hosting Greta I have to say I was thrilled to host Greta for just over 2 weeks and what a delight she was, we had many laughs together and we managed to get the big house dressed and ready for a fabulous Christmas together, Greta was excellent in every task that was asked of her and offered more… read more
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Pablo)
Pablo was staying with me for 3 weeks in this time he did a range of jobs in the garden from raking leaves to log splitting and general tidying up outside, he was a fantastic guy to have around always cheerful and willing to help with any task,we had many laughs with Pablo and his nature was very caring and honest he was a joy to have around.he… read more
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Pablo) for host
First experience with workaway, I was nervous about what would happen. Nicholai is a great person, and he really made me feel at home. The house that he has is wonderful, surrounded of trees, and nature. He is very attentive to making you feel comfortable, with everything. He cooks amazing, Every night he makes a dinner that really is like a… read more
16 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Maksimilijan & August)
Thank you Max & August for the amazing work you both achieved in just 3 weeks, Max & August stayed with me for 3 weeks and it was an amazing experience, two extremely nice guys we laughed a lot and we got an amazing greenhouse built thanks again Max,August did lots of wood chopping hedge trimming and some painting inside the house, if you get the… read more
(Excellent)
14 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Maksimilijan & August) for host
Nicholai was our first host, but he set the bar so high, that we think nobody will ever beat him. He is just a great guy, pleasant, caring, compassionate, fair, respectful, cheerful and a perfect cook! He told us interesting stories, took us to see the ocean, lakes, mountains, waterfalls, castles… It was magical. We could not imagine a better… read more
6 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
Nicholai is an excellent host, a great cook, always kind and available to show you amazing places in Sligo county. He lives in a big, beautiful countryside house surrounded by a gorgeous garden. Typically I worked from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, then after lunch we would go visit some lovely place around. I had a wonderful time there and I can only… read more
24 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)
Marco was a great Workawayer he was very respectful of my home and he was a pleasure to host he did lots of different jobs from painting sanding to helping inside the house with cleaning hoovering etc, whatever job he did he did it very well a pleasure Marco welcome back anytime
(Excellent)
30 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Garrett)
Garrett thank you so much for your 1 month visit it was absolutely our pleasure to host you, I can only describe the whole experience as delightful even if you have just brought to my realisation that sending men to the moon and back is all an animation sad story 😂, you are an amazing young man who can offer any host so many different skills from… read more
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Garrett) for host
Where do I begin? Nicholai is a wonderful host and I don't think there is much I could say to bolster his stellar reputation on here, but I am happy to at least reinforce it. Nicholai is an excellent host. He is gracious, considerate, friendly, and generous. He goes well above and beyond in making sure that you see all that the surrounding area… read more
5 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host
It was an absolute pleasure to work for Nicholai and to live with him, Scooter and Annie in his beautifully furnished stylish House. I can warmly recommend him as a host. He is exceptional! He is also a very good cook!!! I really enjoyed the work and every afternoon Nicholai drove me to different beautiful places in the area. I will never forget… read more
3 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)
Katharina came to me for two weeks we had an amazing experience together the laughter and fun was just exceptional, Katharina did many jobs for me in my house and in the garden she created a beautiful gravel driveway with hydrangeas and she planted some exotic boxes, and the list goes on and on we saw lots of beautiful places together,we even sat… read more
(Excellent)
28 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Silvia Carolina) for host
It was an absolutely pleasure to work with Nicholai, he was an excellent host always worried about how I felt doing the work and giving me all the necessary tools and explanations to do it.
After work, most of the time he would take me to different beautiful places and tell me the history behind it. It was an unforgettable time! We enjoyed a lot!… read more
After work, most of the time he would take me to different beautiful places and tell me the history behind it. It was an unforgettable time! We enjoyed a lot!… read more
23 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia Carolina)
Silvia was a great example of a Workawayer she is honest respectful responsible and kind,we shared many many laughs together and she did lots of great jobs inside within the house also in the garden even planting weeding and painting amazing, we will all miss you so best of luck and your welcome back anytime xx Scooter Annie & Nicholai
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Priscila & Angelo) for host
What a memorable experience!
We needed to leave the Nicholai’s home to catch our dreams. Not only was a pleasure to work with him, but also we enjoyed spending our time together talking about everything. Nicholai is a gentleman, with a positive energy, easy going person and thoughtful as well. He makes you fell like at home. At dinner he usually… read more
We needed to leave the Nicholai’s home to catch our dreams. Not only was a pleasure to work with him, but also we enjoyed spending our time together talking about everything. Nicholai is a gentleman, with a positive energy, easy going person and thoughtful as well. He makes you fell like at home. At dinner he usually… read more
4 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Priscila & Angelo)
Well today I am very sad to say goodbye to two of probably the best people I have met on this journey,Priscill & Angelo were just a pleasure to host they were always laughing and smiling and always there to help,they did many many tasks in the time with me from building a gravel path and a new decking area to landscaping the garden and weeding and… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudio)
Well what a pleasure it was to host Claudio.he is a true gentleman Claudio was so respectful of my home and was a pleasure to have around the house, he was always looking to help and he did an amazing job to restore some of my very old sash Windows,he was such good company always laughing and in good spirits, I look forward to meeting him and… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Claudio) for host
Nicholai is a great host.
His house and garden are wonderful and he is always available and polite.
I speaking English a little but he helped me.
I painted some windows and I liked the work.
Nicholai prepared fantastic dinners every evening. He is a 5 star super chef.
The little dogs "scooter and annie", are like that nice.
On weekend he… read more
His house and garden are wonderful and he is always available and polite.
I speaking English a little but he helped me.
I painted some windows and I liked the work.
Nicholai prepared fantastic dinners every evening. He is a 5 star super chef.
The little dogs "scooter and annie", are like that nice.
On weekend he… read more
8 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (MIN) for host
I am so glad to meet with Nicholai and Cris, they are so nice, always make me feel at home! Nicholai has many Chinese porcelains, so that me and my friend Xia were very excited to clean those lovely antiques. Some of them have a long history, but Nicholai didn’t know that, probably because only we can understand those Chinese on the porcelain… read more
7 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (MIN)
Well this lady was amazing Min stayed with me for 4 weeks with her friend Sia they were probably the best workaways I've had to date they were maticulis about cleaning my very special antiques some of which are over 400 years old, they were excellent company and were a joy to host in the house their work ethic was amazing,they also cooked some… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Corantin) for host
Nicholai was my last host in Ireland, it allows me to have a comparison now. I did this workaway in December for just under three weeks, so I can only confirm one thing : the experience was excellent ! :)
Nicholai is a very welcoming host who knows how to put you at ease, the conversations are very easy with him on any subjects (even if your… read more
Nicholai is a very welcoming host who knows how to put you at ease, the conversations are very easy with him on any subjects (even if your… read more
15 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Corantin)
Super young man what a breath of fresh air,Corantin was so respectfull of my home and was extremely helpful with all tasks he was asked to do in fact I don't think there is any job that he would not e able to complete and with a level of perfection,amazing can work completely unsupervised and most importantly can be trusted 109%, these workawayers… read more
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ross)
Ross stayed at my home for 3 weeks, he was a real pleasure to host as he was hardworking and never really wanted a lot of free time so he kept busy,he was very respectful of my house and helped a great deal with cooking cleaning and he attended chopping wood,building new compost heaps and also building barn doors,he also helped when we had… read more
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ross) for host
So I stayed with Nicholai for about 3 weeks. He was such a great host, made me feel right at home! Admittedly I didn't travel far so I was practically in my own backyard. Every room in the house is so full of character and charm, the dogs Scooter and Annie are both lovely and need their attention in different ways.
Together we built some barn… read more
Together we built some barn… read more
26 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Michael & Romina) for host
Nicholai was an excellent host. His house is better than the pictures, so beautiful and comfortable, and we were treated incredibly well. We had the pleasure of sharing cooking (and trying his amazing cooking skills!) and looking after his lovely dogs, as well as working around the house and garden. He was also very helpful with our questions… read more
24 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael & Romina)
Well what a really nice couple to host great workers and great company,they were very respectfull of my home and they loved my 2 dogs Annie & Scooter. Although I was worried about Romina being vegetarian she did seem to enjoy whatever I cooked, great couple highly recommend them as workaways,
(Excellent)
11 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniele40) for host
I just have to thank you, Nicholai for the hospitality, I went to stay a month but ended up staying two months, it was so good that I didn't feel like leaving, I felt better than in my own home, I came to your house knowing nothing of little by little I was learning from him, today I can communicate well. And saying that he is a great master in… read more
3 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniele40)
Daniell was a fantastic workawayer, respectful honest and a exceptional cleaner,we had many laughs together and Danielle has fallen in love with the 2 most precious things to me my dogs,she adored them she even hand fed my old westie Annie her food so she did not have to struggle,she took them for walks everyday and they will miss her a lot as too… read more
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (JORGE & THAIS) for host
My wife and I spent 3 weeks with Nicholai, Scooter and Annie. We had very special moments there. It was our 4th workaway and certainly the best. We really feel the workaway spirit. Nicholai welcomed us very well, we felt at home, which by the way was very comfortable. He provided all meals, always asking us what we wanted to eat for dinner. Every… read more
1 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (JORGE & THAIS)
What an amazing couple, Jorge & Thais came to me for almost 3 weeks they were truly inspiring and great company we had many laughs together and we enjoyed lots of food together, they are a special couple always looking to help and they did that in huge quantities, Jorge even managed to get my Italian Vespa scooter sorted after a period of not… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hugo) for host
Great trip near the wild north coast ! I passed a wonderful month with Nicolais, he his very friendly and open minded and we had goods deliriums, i visited very nice place and drank irish beer (made with french malt).😂
"Best job i ever had !"
See you in a few years ! 🤝😉
"Best job i ever had !"
See you in a few years ! 🤝😉
30 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hugo)
Well what an amazing young man, Hugo spent just over 2 weeks with me and 3 other Workaway’s, he was a pleasure to host he was courteous very helpful respectful and such a funny easy going guy we all enjoyed his company and we had many laughs together.when Hugo was asked to do any task he did it with all his heart and was very good at any task he… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (François,Olivier,Manuel) for host
Amazing experience whit Nicholai, annie and scooter. I love all of this beautiful moments. Nicholai is very friendly and generous. He is a excellent cooker and he knows a lot about the history when we visit the differents places around sligo. A nice place to go in if you want an unforgettable stay. Thanks for all see you a next time :-)
26 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (François,Olivier,Manuel)
Ok Francois is just amazing so so so helpful with any task I asked of him which was very varied from chainsaw work to strimming to lawnmower the lawns, even the house vacuuming and even cooking amazing crepes and lunch and dinner he is truly fantastic, I would highly recommend him to anyone for just about any situation or jobs that need doing,he… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Oriol)
Well Oriol was a fantastic workaway,his attention to detail was amazing,he painted my porch and my kitchen to an exceptionally high standard and was a pleasure to have around the house you didn't even notice he was here amazing guy and welcome back to Ireland any time fantastic good luck Oriol,ps Scooter misses all his walks with you
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Camille & Cécile) for host
How can we write something which can describe a so amazing host ?
Our travel was driven unforgettable largely thanks to Nicholai.
Work in his beautiful victorian house was a pleasure ! We have cooked, cleaned the house, cleared the woods, painted and gardened always in a good mood thanks to the lovely surroundings and the kindness of… read more
Our travel was driven unforgettable largely thanks to Nicholai.
Work in his beautiful victorian house was a pleasure ! We have cooked, cleaned the house, cleared the woods, painted and gardened always in a good mood thanks to the lovely surroundings and the kindness of… read more
26 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Camille & Cécile)
2 amazing people full of joy happiness love for good food and amazing company always laughing and being happy,they were so helpful to me from painting to clearing the woods to cleaning the house and most of all loved cooking all day never a day passed without desert would highly recommend Camile & Cecile to any situation needed once shown what to… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonathan & Llessamí)
Well where do I start what an amazing couple so full of energy and enthusiasm I was blessed to receive these 2 as my workawayers.Llessami is an amazing artist who painted stunning chinoiserie birds on the back of one of my doors in my chinoiserie bedroom,it is truly magical she also painted amazing design on my garden parasol,a larger than life… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jonathan & Llessamí) for host
Nicholai is honestly the best host we could have; he was so friendly, lovely and generous with us that he showed us from the beginning how great his heart was. He always made sure that we were comfortable and in just a couple of days his home felt like ours (we felt “home sweet home” in his home). His remarkable generosity and hospitality made us… read more
26 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Stanislaw)
Stan stayed with me a couple of weeks,in which time he built a new door for my garden shed and a new door for my boiler house,he also layed a path around my pond,Stan is very interesting and loves to spend lots of time watching and photographing the birds.i wish him all the best for his travels around Ireland Regards Nicholai
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Stanislaw) for host
Old house from the Victorian period. Is this a haunted house? .... our brave host Nicholas bravely fought the ghosts, cooking delicious dinners, which were consumed by the candlelight In elegant company. Always smiling and helpful in showing interesting places around Sligo. I would like to thank you for nice moments. Regards Stan.
1 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emilien) for host
When you meet Nicholai for the first time, especially in a pub, you know you'll love your stay at home. Indeed, the two weeks spent at Nicholai were a real experience. Nicholai, "this irish crazy man" made me discover all the beautiful things to see near Sligo, we talked very well and laughed very well ( especially when she smiled with two teeth… read more
1 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilien)
Well Emilien what can I say a true gentleman I hosted him for two weeks in my home and what a guy funny interesting intelligent and full of joy,Emilien could take on any challenge I set him from painting outside fences to strimming and grass cutting he even cooked two beautiful meals for 5 of us,I really really had an amazing time with him so… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacopo & Anna)
Wow what 2 Amazing individuals so kind and thoughtful,I shared my home for 2 weeks with Anna & Jack it was a fantastic experience for all of us we had a lot of laughs and we exchanged stories,their skills were amazing only to be shown once and they could fly,Painting weeding grass cutting strimming their attention to detail reminded me of myself,a… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jacopo & Anna) for host
We spent two beautiful weeks with Nicholai in his very big and particular Victorian house that is like a museum. We shared the house and the experience with other two (three the last days) workawayers and was an incredible opportunity to share our different experiences and cultures. The work is perfectly planned and is mainly in the garden, you… read more
20 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Nicholai is a very, very good host, because he considers you like his guest. He cooks very well and he assures himself always you feel good. His house and his garden are beautiful with the Georgian and Victorian style. If you like the history, it's the good place for you because Nicholai has lots of antiques with the stories associated. If you… read more
16 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Well this guy was excellent workaway he was able to carry out any task once shown,he was able to cut down trees cut grass and do the strimming, also very nice to talk to and we had many stories to share a few beers and whiskeys, also very good with vacuuming, I can highly recommend Luc for any task once shown how nice guy thanks for all your help… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Friedrich)
Well this guy came to me as a last minute workaway,a true gentleman and a joy to sit and chat with so much knowledge and so interesting, Friedrich has a great personality and can adapt to any task you give him once you show him,I recommend him for any jobs you need doing around the house and garden once shown a really great experience for my first… read more
(Excellent)
