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21 Dec 2023
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OUR IDEAL CRITERIA & DATES:
Preferred visit duration - 3-4 weeks.
Preferred Workaways (but we are open to persuasion):
Over the age of 26, from the European Union - if you have a full licence, we can give you access to our car on some evenings/weekends - this will help you enjoy the visit. (However, this is not essential - we are two miles from the nearest small town so the car is handy, but not essential).
We are a couple (plus dog, Harris) who live in the countryside in the west of Ireland.
Our dog will lie on an adjacent mat and watch you while you help :)
If you have queries, we can talk by Skype or What's App.
By the way, we will always reply to your messages here, even if we are not in a position to host you. It's good manners and the least you deserve after contacting us.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will love this part of the world - the scenic west of Ireland.
We enjoy hosting people from all over the world and take time to get to know you, to educate you about our region and our country, and to suggest trips you might like to take while here.
Our reviews show that we take time with people and try to be as helpful as we can.
Help
Project 2023: we have an apartment next door. Tenants are moving out at the end of May so we are going to make it over to prepare for next tenants - painting, big clean, yard and garden clean-up, maybe some light DIY (carpentry, most likely). Good skills in the above area are crucial as you will carry out the work - both of us work so we will only be able to supervise / offer guidance / provide materials etc.
Please note: we prefer to host two Workawayers rather than one - we find this better as they can keep each other company as we live in a rural location (two miles from nearest town).
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Accommodation
Workawayers live either in our house or the apartment they are making over (initially in our house; then in the apartment as the makeover continues). All mod cons available, plus we provide bed linen, towels etc. Re food, most workawayers prefer to do their own cooking - we buy the food. However, we can discuss cooking - we are happy to do this too. We are flexible.
Thank you, Liam and Noreen.
What else ...
If you are over 26, from the EU, and hold a full driver's licence, we will be able to give you access to a car at weekends and put you on our car insurance free of charge.
There is a huge array of attractions and sights in this region - climb Croagh Patrick, visit Ballycroy National Park, trek in Cong and Clonbur Woods, marvel at the beauty of Ashford Castle, swim in Lough Mask, go horse-racing in Ballinrobe, browse around the beautiful town of Westport.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Yes, we can host digital nomads.
Space for parking camper vans
We have ample yard space to accommodate workawayers travelling in campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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First, I was to young… read more
Moreover, he was great to have about our house: good fun, keen to… read more
...and all with smiles on their faces.
They… read more
They borrow us them car for the working days to go around… read more
...and all with smiles on their… read more
- Great painters
- Great dog-minders
- Great singers
- Great drinkers
- Great French fans during the World Cup 2018
- Great fun
- Great French teachers.
If they pass your way, snap them up. They will do, yes, great work for you. They helped with us for almost… read more
Julien worked extremely hard but - more than that - he became a dear friend of ours. We were very sad to see him after three weeks.
Work wise, he will turn his hand to anything - he did huge work in our garden; painted some ceilings and walls; helped us with visitors to our AirBnB; worked as a… read more
Thank you for your hospitality and your kindness. I felt as in my own house. I really appreciate you left me driving your car. It was a good oportunity to visit your lovely region.
I hope we meet again in the future.
The best for your new project and of course, Maigh E.O up!!
We really enjoyed having her here: she did excellent work (painting, cleaning, gardening and housework). Her attitude is excellent. She has made a huge contribution to our project of renovating our new property.
We will miss her and we hope our paths will cross again. If… read more
Her task was to complete a promotional video for our business and she persisted with it until it was completed to an exceptionally high standard. Her video-shooting and editing skills are very strong: and so is her attitude. She was very keen to make sure the job was done and… read more
Plus they are a joy to have around the house. We were very sorry to see them go but we will meet… read more
