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I`m Victor(33) , my sister is Marina(35) and togheter with some friends, we have some natural house building initiatives and started a few organic gardens.
Our main focus is now on a tiny glamping that we want to establish.
The place where we want to build is situated on a beautiful mountain area just 55 km from Cluj Napoca. We want to build a few micro cabins made of wood and natural plastering. Beside that we will build compost toilets, sauna and other creative things that will appear in your mind.
We are also members of an NGO that promotes an sustainable way of living. With the NGO we have started building an tiny strawbale house and small strawbale garden.
The location of the project is 70 km from Cluj Napoca.
Thank you volunteers for the help . You were all amazing.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Renovating the wooden cabin, painting, carpentery, natural plastering, cooking, decorating, building strawbale walls.
Depends where we will be and when you will come.
Don`t worry, even if sometimes can be hard work we will have fun doing it.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Polish: Fluent
Romanian: Fluent
Accommodation
In wooden cabin, with other volunteers sharing a room The wooden cabin has three rooms and a big lounge downstairs.Ther is hot water for the shower, convetional and compost toilet.
At other sites we will sleep in tents or at some friend’s house.
What else ...
The place where we will stay most of the time is in a quiet mountain village.
The place is wild an beautiful with spectacular views. Many possibilites to hike.
2 hours walk is an old citadel with many rock walls for climbing. 30 km away are Cheile Turzii gorgeous. 25 km away is an mountain lake. 40 km is a very beautiful, old but modernised salt mine.
It will be my pleasure to guide you trough many beautiful places to hike, or visit other places in Romania. In the summer time in our region will be many music festivals.
If you are bored of village quite life, you can have lots of fun in the city of Cluj Napoca, and we can tell you the best places to go.
So staying with us you will have the chance to learn and practice new things in natural buildings, organic permaculture gardens, travel and have fun.
We are still learing many things, so maybe you can teach us something.
We have an very flexible plan so you need to be prepared to travel and help with different things.
If you have any question, just send a message.
If you just want to visit us, you are welcome.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 382642818245
Feedback (19)
8 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Myles) for host
Apologies for the late review!
If you are interested in learning about natural building, Romanian culture, nature or organic lifestyles then this is the place for you! Victor and Lena are great hosts and I really enjoyed the time that I spent at the property. Victor is very experienced in natural building and explains everything so that you can… read more
If you are interested in learning about natural building, Romanian culture, nature or organic lifestyles then this is the place for you! Victor and Lena are great hosts and I really enjoyed the time that I spent at the property. Victor is very experienced in natural building and explains everything so that you can… read more
28 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Myles)
Sorry to write so late a review but better later then never. Myles spent almost to weeks at my place and it was great. He is super hard working, happy and always ready to do any task or activity. He is an excellent photographer. I learnt so many things and we had very interesting chats. I recommend to any host, you want him. Thank you mate for you… read more
(Excellent
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3 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
I spent almost a month with Victor helping him on a project near Brasov and I couldn't have enjoyed my time any more than I did. I was made to feel welcome from the first day by his family and friends. He is also one of the most positive people that I have ever met and incredibly passionate about the work he is doing and teaching his skills to… read more
23 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
I think Michael spent about one month with me. Despite my chaos schedule, he was fine with that (thanks ). He jumped directly to plastering. Working with Michael is very easy, he understands very fast, is very opened to learn new things and is hard working. You can learn many things about Australia from him. He is agree if you propose a hike or a… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Fema)
Fema came when I needed the most. She was part of the Massive group, and we had lots of work at a big house. The moment she came, she was like part of the family. She had no problems, doing all the tasks I asked. With Fema there is no bad day, she always has a good mood and an amazing energy. She is a fast learner and very easy to work with. Fema… read more
(Excellent
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8 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Myles) for host
Apologies for the late review!
If you are interested in learning about natural building, Romanian culture, nature or organic lifestyles then this is the place for you! Victor and Lena are great hosts and I really enjoyed the time that I spent at the property. Victor is very experienced in natural building and explains everything so that you can… read more
If you are interested in learning about natural building, Romanian culture, nature or organic lifestyles then this is the place for you! Victor and Lena are great hosts and I really enjoyed the time that I spent at the property. Victor is very experienced in natural building and explains everything so that you can… read more
28 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Myles)
Sorry to write so late a review but better later then never. Myles spent almost to weeks at my place and it was great. He is super hard working, happy and always ready to do any task or activity. He is an excellent photographer. I learnt so many things and we had very interesting chats. I recommend to any host, you want him. Thank you mate for you… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
I spent almost a month with Victor helping him on a project near Brasov and I couldn't have enjoyed my time any more than I did. I was made to feel welcome from the first day by his family and friends. He is also one of the most positive people that I have ever met and incredibly passionate about the work he is doing and teaching his skills to… read more
23 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
I think Michael spent about one month with me. Despite my chaos schedule, he was fine with that (thanks ). He jumped directly to plastering. Working with Michael is very easy, he understands very fast, is very opened to learn new things and is hard working. You can learn many things about Australia from him. He is agree if you propose a hike or a… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Fema)
Fema came when I needed the most. She was part of the Massive group, and we had lots of work at a big house. The moment she came, she was like part of the family. She had no problems, doing all the tasks I asked. With Fema there is no bad day, she always has a good mood and an amazing energy. She is a fast learner and very easy to work with. Fema… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ula)
Thank you for accepting my invitation. Ula is very interested in natural building and that made all the work very easy. She managed to listen, all I had to tell about natural buildings. She has a very positive vibe and smiles all the time. And with lots of smiles comes lots of energy. I am glad I learned a bit more polish with her. Ula said yes to… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Aura-Maria-Daria)
Aura`s helping mode is 100%, she was part of the Massive group. We had three weeks of natural plastering and preparing the walls for plastering. Aura gave her best in all the tasks I asked. She joined our way of living very easy and that made your time together very good.
Keep singing and thank you for your help,
Victor.
Keep singing and thank you for your help,
Victor.
(Excellent)
21 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Aura-Maria-Daria) for host
The experience was amazing. I have learnt a lot about natural building but also about life hehe. Victor is really amazing and he takes all the time to explain and talk about natural building and he is so patient and hard working ( plus crazy about music). We had a great team and a great project!!!
18 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lillia ) for host
I spent three exciting weeks with Victor, getting the chance to see different parts of Romania and work on three distinct projects.
I did such things as camp in a small village while finishing a straw-bale house, troubleshoot some plumbing problems as some beautiful cabins in the mountains, and help start a last-minute straw bale project outside… read more
I did such things as camp in a small village while finishing a straw-bale house, troubleshoot some plumbing problems as some beautiful cabins in the mountains, and help start a last-minute straw bale project outside… read more
17 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lillia )
Lily was the right person at the right time, her knowledge about pluming saved the day. She had lots of patience to solve the problems and she managed every time. Lily likes one of the best music I ever heard, so talking about music with her is endless. She helped me when I need the most, she worked hard and she had done all the tasks. The time… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sienna)
It was a great pleasure to meet Sienna and spent a some time together. She has no problem to work on any weather and anything I asked the help for, she accomplished it easy. I discovered new things about Australia and the way of life. She is always agree to any hike, trip or event and she enjoys it. She is an excellent person, volunteer and… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sienna) for host
I really enjoyed the time I spent with Victor in one of the most beautiful locations I've ever experienced. I was at the cabins for about two weeks sanding and oiling floors, walls and railing, gardening, helping to eradicate a particularly large army of mice and most importantly for me, learning about his interpretations and views on life, and… read more
2 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Elliot)
It was great to have Elliot here, he was very interested about everything we do and that made us present and explain many things. He is very open to help, even the weather is cold or rainy.
We learned many new things about U.S and beyond from him. Really nice person to have around.
Long nights chats and good working days past really fast with… read more
We learned many new things about U.S and beyond from him. Really nice person to have around.
Long nights chats and good working days past really fast with… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Elliot) for host
The short time I spent with Victor and Don was a super positive experience. We spent the days surrounded by nature, working hard, cooking, chatting with the neighbors, hiking and more. Victor shares his vision with you and explains why he is doing things the way he is. This made the work much more gratifying. I really appreciated his passion for… read more
23 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rhiannon)
I had a great time with Rhiannon and Anton. They were both always in good mood and helped us no matter what were the tasks. They learn fast and accept any challenge. We had nice long chats in the evenings and some good hikes. Thank you very much!!!
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rhiannon) for host
My boyfriend and I spent two weeks with Victor in the mountains in October 2014. It was truly an amazing experience! Victor greeted us like old friends. We went mushroom hunting in the forest, visited a mountain monastery, drank beer with the merry locals, and had nice relaxing evenings when the work was done. The view from the cabins is… read more
13 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Mahmoud)
Mahmoud was for a week at the strawbale place along with a big group, traveling. He work with pleasure and had no problem getting dirty. The kids in the village liked him and found him very funny. The sense of humor and good mood are always with him. You can have a nice chat about many things with him.Thank you again.
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Mahmoud) for host
In Victor's Place it was my first Workaway experience Staying with my friends. We Hitchhiked from Hungry to Mesteacanu to Help Victor. Victor is open minded and Hospitality as well. He introduced us to many people from the Village.. His Project is definitely worth Visiting to Help many people. I could only stay a few days but there was still… read more
30 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Donald)
Donald was the first volunteer who stayed for a seasons with us. He was part of the dream team, Donald has very good skills with wood working and natural buildings, everything that we worked it went natural and easy. Donald is always trying and searching to become more sustainable. It was a pleasure to design together small projects and to build… read more
(Excellent)
15 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Donald) for host
I lived with Victor for about 6 months summer of 2015. Victor is a very Conscious and Aware dude, Especially when it comes to Today's Society. His projects and future ideas represent Problem solving and Sustainability with what we have on this Earth, today. What you can expect to receive spending time with Victor?: His Vision and Experiences on… read more
29 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Raquel & Gonzalo)
Raquel and Gonzalo were our first Spanish volunteers and I was so happy to have them here. Since the day they arrived, they came with good energy and they got in our way of living very fast. Is really fun to work with Gonzalo, even is hard work to do, he is always joking and take it easy. Raquel works hard so you need to stop her. It was a… read more
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Raquel & Gonzalo) for host
we stayed with Victor three weeks and it wa such anamazing time! we felt really cnfortable from the beginning and he made us feel part of the project as soon as we got there. We learnt a lot about romanian culture and history and a litle of gastronomy with his girfriend!
we wishyou the best!!
we wishyou the best!!
29 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Andreas)
Andreas and Lucas helped us at our both places. They had no problem with the bad weather or with sleeping on straw. They are easygoing persons and every time we had an issue they were open to help and to give some solutions. They have many hobbies and they like to share them.
I enjoyed very much going with them rock climbing and hiking.
Thank… read more
I enjoyed very much going with them rock climbing and hiking.
Thank… read more
(Excellent)
22 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Andreas) for host
A friend and me, we stayed there for 2 weeks. It was our first workaway experience and could not have been better. We saw so much from the local culture. The work was not very hard. Victor and his girlfriend are such friendly and funny people. We have learned so much about evironment friendly buildings. The meals were soooo delicius, victors… read more
12 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Andi)
For one week we had a beautiful, fun and hard working group. Andi, Georgiana and Oana helped us a lot. Andi is always smiling and open to help anytime, he can give new solutions if there are some problems, he has all the time an positive attitude, he is just a great person. You are always welcomed. Recommend Andi to every host.
Georgiana knows… read more
Georgiana knows… read more
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Andi) for host
Two friends and I stayed with Victor for one week at his place in Plopi and had a great time there.
Victor is a great guy really fun and dedicated to his project. His project i find really interesting and he comes always with inovative ideas and is open for suggestions.
The place there is very beautiful, great for relaxing, a lot of peace and… read more
Victor is a great guy really fun and dedicated to his project. His project i find really interesting and he comes always with inovative ideas and is open for suggestions.
The place there is very beautiful, great for relaxing, a lot of peace and… read more
24 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephen)
I am really glad that Stephen volunteered for us, it was a great pleasure to work together. Stephen got immediately into the group vibe. He brought good energy and new culture for us. He is the best guitar player and a good photographer. What ever the tasks were, he learned fast. The sense of humor is always present. I have learned many things… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Stephen) for host
I only have a million and one good things to say about Victor and his sister and this whole workaway experience. I worked, together with 3 other volunteers on a strawbale and straw clay house in the country side of Romania. It was an amazing experience and i wouldnt change a thing about it. Victor has a great postive energy surrounding him with… read more
3 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jorin)
TravelMakers group were at one of your places for one week. The group was a beautiful mix of people. They brought good energy and they helped us a lot. If you want to have a cultural experience and many hands to get done with some projects, you should accept them at your place. Thanks again.
(Excellent)
16 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jorin) for host
Staying at Victor's was great! We stay with a big group for a couple of nights at his place in Mesteacanu which we reached by hitchhiking and had fantastic experiences about agriculture, constructing wooden cabins and staying out in the nature.
Victor has a good character, he is down to earth and easy going.
Many thanks in the name of… read more
Victor has a good character, he is down to earth and easy going.
Many thanks in the name of… read more
8 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (hansche)
Dorothea and Kevin helped us for one week. They are really beautiful people. They are working more then you ask them. They worked hard and they are always opened to help.
They are sociable and interesting, you can learn many thing from them and they are also interested to learn new things.
Great people to have around.
Recommend them for any… read more
They are sociable and interesting, you can learn many thing from them and they are also interested to learn new things.
Great people to have around.
Recommend them for any… read more
(Excellent)
6 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (hansche) for host
We stayed with Victor and his dog at his cabin for a week and helped him with his project in the beautiful mountainous area around Cluj Napoca.
Most of the work was bringing natural materials to the building site or helping Victor with the natural plastering. Although the work can be hard sometimes - when you are not used to it - we learned a… read more
Most of the work was bringing natural materials to the building site or helping Victor with the natural plastering. Although the work can be hard sometimes - when you are not used to it - we learned a… read more
30 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachel)
Rachel was one of the firsts volunteers at your place. She had done all tasks I asked, more than I wanted. She likes to help and she can do pretty much anything really easy. We spent also alot of time with good chat and hikes.
She joined us and our friends at a music festival and she knows how to have fun also.
She was a great volunteer but she… read more
She joined us and our friends at a music festival and she knows how to have fun also.
She was a great volunteer but she… read more
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Rachel) for host
I loved staying with victor and lena. Mostly lena(the wild doggy.) Really, the projects we worked on were all unique and fun and the area is beautiful and the few other people around are interesting and kind. Victor is a strong guy with a lot of ideas and it was a pleasure hearing about them. Also he listens to a lot of good music. And wow I… read more
24 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)
Sam, Dan, Jaime, Aaron and Tom are a great group. They work hard, they like to have a good time and to enjoy everything.
They helped us in our both places, and they adapted really good and really fast. They where on a trip with a van and they helped me to carry some materials (thank you very much) with it.
They cooked tasty food and… read more
They helped us in our both places, and they adapted really good and really fast. They where on a trip with a van and they helped me to carry some materials (thank you very much) with it.
They cooked tasty food and… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host
This feedback is only three months late but still, better late...... We had an amazing time, in two of the most unique places we've ever been. The projects were incredible and well organized. It was great to feel part of a such a special process. The memories will stay with us for life. Victor you're a legend. x
1 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Phillip)
Phillip was at our place for two and a half weeks and he really helped us evolve the project. He works good and hard. He cooks really good food. He is sincere and interested in learning new things.
You can have cool conversations with him and a we had a great time together.
He likes to learn new languages and he comunicates easily with… read more
You can have cool conversations with him and a we had a great time together.
He likes to learn new languages and he comunicates easily with… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Phillip) for host
I really enjoyed my experience staying with Victor. Working up on the mountain slope was relaxing and satisfying. The village at the bottom and the surrounding area were beautiful. Victor's a great guy, friendly & interesting, and I admire his outlook on life. His sister was lovely as well and cooked us some good Romanian food. I'd highly… read more
17 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Eymeric)
Emeric helped us for two weeks. He is a hard working person, is joking all the time. Always helping. Really nice person to have around.
He got experience with building and he had done easy evrey new task. Easy learning and easy communicating.
We also have learned many things from him.
If he ask for volunteering, don`t hesitate you will like… read more
He got experience with building and he had done easy evrey new task. Easy learning and easy communicating.
We also have learned many things from him.
If he ask for volunteering, don`t hesitate you will like… read more
(Very good)
16 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Eymeric) for host
i start the first feedback in this wall, if you're have some time to spend in romania in a good place, you have to go for helping marina and victor.
The site is just amazing and the people living there are just amazing.
the project is really interressant and you can learn a lot about victor experience concerning the eco construction
so stop to… read more
The site is just amazing and the people living there are just amazing.
the project is really interressant and you can learn a lot about victor experience concerning the eco construction
so stop to… read more
