Profile information
-
Host rating
100 %
-
Last replied
7 Sep 2026
-
Reply rate
89.5 %
Usually responds within 5 days
-
Feedback
43
-
Email verified
Country info
Badges (3)
Give the gift of Workaway
read more
Find your perfect host
United States
(66)
United States
(2)
Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Details
-
Description
We are a family of five with three boys 14,21 and 23 and my french husband and me. We like to have some help in the garden with small building projects. So if you are handy and love to build things you come to the right place. We have a beautiful rose and vegetable garden. We love food and I love to cook and bake. We love to have play cards, board games and have interesting conversations and we are very interested in other cultures. We will make you feel comfortable and welcome you to enjoy the Swedish way of life.
-
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
-
Interests
Outdoor activities
Technology
Videography
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Farming
Plant care
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Gardening
Photography
Carpentry
Dancing -
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a bilingual family we speak french, swedish and english of course. My husband is french and I am swedish. We live in a big house, an old school in the countryside about 1 hour from Stockholm, the capital of Sweden and 10 km outside the town of Enköping. We are a family with three boys 14, 21 and 23. The two oldest have moved out. I am a food and interior photographer who loves cooking, baking and gardening. My husband is an engineer at Ericsson. We have a big rose garden and a large kitchen garden where we grow our vegetables. We are used to people from other cultures. We have lived abroad for many years 3 years in England and 3 years in Australia. We are an international family with relatives in different countries like Turkey, England and France. We are a mix of everything my husband is spiritual and I am more grounded.
-
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
-
Help
Help in the garden with light maintenance , help around the house and light gardening. So if you are a positive and handy and enjoy gardening we are the place for you.
-
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
German: Intermediate -
Accommodation
We live in an old school in the countryside, 10 km to the nearest town Enköping. You have a room that is about 20 sqm. It is located 50 min drive away from the capital Stockholm, the university town Uppsala and Västerås. We are also close to Arlanda international airport. From Enköping station you can take the train or bus to all the bigger cities around us. I love cooking so all the meals will be served in the kitchen and you are always welcome and take what ever you want to eat and drink.
-
What else ...
We live close to a lake so you can go swimming, hike in the woods or go and see the big cities Stockholm, Uppsala or Västerås. We have two cats who live outside the house. We are a relaxed family a bit disorganised maybe but with a lot of laughter and a lot of love. During the day we work together in the garden and in the evening we enjoy a large home cooked meal together and after dinner we love to play boardgames or cards.
-
A little more information
-
Internet access
-
Limited internet access
-
We have pets
-
We are smokers
-
Can host families
-
-
Can host digital nomads
Free internet
-
Space for parking camper vans
We have a lot of room for parking of a van or campervan
-
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
-
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
-
My animals / pets
Mattisse
Host ref number: 412788852547
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
+13
Feedback (20)
12 Aug 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Aldo & Isabella)
We were so lucky to have Aldo and Isabella come and stay with us for a month. They are very friendly, efficient and responsible. I am so happy they were here when my husband was away on a worktrip. They undertook the work with the house and garden very well and was just what we needed. They are positive and independant. In the evenings I
… read more
8 Aug 2026
Left by Workawayer (Aldo & Isabella) for host
Being here was like a dream!
Dear Mari you and your family welcomed us and made us feel at home 😊
A unique experience as often happens when traveling with Workaway, that allows you to meet special and different people 🍀
Thank you for your patience, the passion shared for your garden, the laughter, the dinner together, great food and strange … read more
Dear Mari you and your family welcomed us and made us feel at home 😊
A unique experience as often happens when traveling with Workaway, that allows you to meet special and different people 🍀
Thank you for your patience, the passion shared for your garden, the laughter, the dinner together, great food and strange … read more
17 Jul 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Naoto & Mina)
It has been a true pleasure to have these two living with us. With happy smiles and great enthusiasm have they worked with me in the garden. The garden has never looked better. For the first time in years I have beautiful looking sunflowers. The whole family were all so happy to have met you. They are so respectful and we shared the same humor. It
… read more
3 Jul 2026
Left by Workawayer (Naoto & Mina) for host
Staying with this family was truly one of the most memorable experiences of our lives.
We mainly helped with gardening, and the work was enjoyable and rewarding. They always made us feel appreciated, and we learned so much while working alongside them.
What made this stay so special, though, was not just the work—it was being welcomed into such … read more
We mainly helped with gardening, and the work was enjoyable and rewarding. They always made us feel appreciated, and we learned so much while working alongside them.
What made this stay so special, though, was not just the work—it was being welcomed into such … read more
4 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Luca & Christin) for host
We had such a great time at this beautiful place. We felt very welcome and already had the full Sweden experience at our first day, when we jumped into the lake together with Mari and Finn. We were very flexible in planning our days, so we also visited Uppsala and went hiking from time to time. We really enjoyed talking about food and nutrition
… read more
2 Oct 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Luca & Christin)
It was a real pleasure hosting Luca and Christin for two weeks. They helped us landscape an area in the kitchen garden that are going to give us joy for years to come. They did it with great enthusiasms and professionalism. They are very friendly people that we loved having around. I loved talking nutrition with Christin, exchanging recipes and
… read more
Photos
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
+13
Feedback
These are extra optional ratings when members leave feedback. The average rating left for each option is displayed.
Accuracy of profile:
(5.0)
Cultural exchange:
(5.0)
Communication:
(5.0)
12 Aug 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Aldo & Isabella)
We were so lucky to have Aldo and Isabella come and stay with us for a month. They are very friendly, efficient and responsible. I am so happy they were here when my husband was away on a worktrip. They undertook the work with the house and garden very well and was just what we needed. They are positive and independant. In the evenings I
… read more
8 Aug 2026
Left by Workawayer (Aldo & Isabella) for host
Being here was like a dream!
Dear Mari you and your family welcomed us and made us feel at home 😊
A unique experience as often happens when traveling with Workaway, that allows you to meet special and different people 🍀
Thank you for your patience, the passion shared for your garden, the laughter, the dinner together, great food and strange … read more
Dear Mari you and your family welcomed us and made us feel at home 😊
A unique experience as often happens when traveling with Workaway, that allows you to meet special and different people 🍀
Thank you for your patience, the passion shared for your garden, the laughter, the dinner together, great food and strange … read more
17 Jul 2026
Left by host for Workawayer (Naoto & Mina)
It has been a true pleasure to have these two living with us. With happy smiles and great enthusiasm have they worked with me in the garden. The garden has never looked better. For the first time in years I have beautiful looking sunflowers. The whole family were all so happy to have met you. They are so respectful and we shared the same humor. It
… read more
3 Jul 2026
Left by Workawayer (Naoto & Mina) for host
Staying with this family was truly one of the most memorable experiences of our lives.
We mainly helped with gardening, and the work was enjoyable and rewarding. They always made us feel appreciated, and we learned so much while working alongside them.
What made this stay so special, though, was not just the work—it was being welcomed into such … read more
We mainly helped with gardening, and the work was enjoyable and rewarding. They always made us feel appreciated, and we learned so much while working alongside them.
What made this stay so special, though, was not just the work—it was being welcomed into such … read more
4 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Luca & Christin) for host
We had such a great time at this beautiful place. We felt very welcome and already had the full Sweden experience at our first day, when we jumped into the lake together with Mari and Finn. We were very flexible in planning our days, so we also visited Uppsala and went hiking from time to time. We really enjoyed talking about food and nutrition
… read more
2 Oct 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Luca & Christin)
It was a real pleasure hosting Luca and Christin for two weeks. They helped us landscape an area in the kitchen garden that are going to give us joy for years to come. They did it with great enthusiasms and professionalism. They are very friendly people that we loved having around. I loved talking nutrition with Christin, exchanging recipes and
… read more
4 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host
What can I say? It was a wonderful experience!!!
The Finn and Mary family is so wonderful that I've often been moved by how close and connected they are.
This is the first time I've been accepted for who I am! I'm free to express my experiences, share them, and put them into practice successfully, giving the family all the skills I've acquired … read more
The Finn and Mary family is so wonderful that I've often been moved by how close and connected they are.
This is the first time I've been accepted for who I am! I'm free to express my experiences, share them, and put them into practice successfully, giving the family all the skills I've acquired … read more
31 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)
Simone was an absolute joy to host. He stayed three months with us. He can do any kind of work, always brings a great attitude, is flexible, hardworking, and simply a pleasure to have around. Whether it is gardening, building projects or cleaning up. Simone is always very reliable and motivated and with a smile on his face. He is also very
… read more
31 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Richard)
We were happy to host Richard this summer. He is hard working, easy going and serious! He is a person you can rely on. Richard performed the entrusted duties very well and with attention to details. Richard helped us with cutting the hedge and painted the balcony.
We especially appreciate his ability to take own initiatives.
Richard was a great … read more
We especially appreciate his ability to take own initiatives.
Richard was a great … read more
29 Aug 2025
Left by Workawayer (Richard) for host
I was allowed to spend 2 weeks with Mari and her family. The whole family is very welcoming!
I was treated like part of the family from day 1. We sat together almost every evening, had dinner together and played games. Mari is an excellent cook! I don't think you can get such high-quality and, above all, delicious food everywhere.
The … read more
I was treated like part of the family from day 1. We sat together almost every evening, had dinner together and played games. Mari is an excellent cook! I don't think you can get such high-quality and, above all, delicious food everywhere.
The … read more
11 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela & Michael)
Daniela and Michael were very friendly. They always did their utmost to make a great job and on top of it, we had lots of fun spending time with both of them and their cute 2 year old Liam. We enjoyed having them around our family and eating meals together. We learned a lot about their culture. They are kind, honest, ambitious and super nice
… read more
15 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Daniela & Michael) for host
Staying with Mari and her family was like a beautiful retreat. The home and garden are wonderful, the food delicious and healthy (oh, how I miss the food!), and the surroundings peaceful and serene.
We helped with a variety of tasks including gardening, housesitting, feeding the sweet kitties, repairs, cleaning, and cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed … read more
We helped with a variety of tasks including gardening, housesitting, feeding the sweet kitties, repairs, cleaning, and cooking. We thoroughly enjoyed … read more
6 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Pauline) for host
I stayed at Mari's almost a year ago and had such a nice time. The family is absolutely lovely, the house is beautiful and the food is simply great. Mari takes pride in cooking the healthiest meals and dinnertime is such a nice moment with talking and games. They welcomed me warmly and I had a great stay : they needed some light housework such as
… read more
13 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Pauline)
We were so happy to have meet Pauline. She was with us for a very short time due to unforeseen circumstances, but we were really happy to have meet her and we were sad to see her go. Pauline is the sweetest person, that takes her tasks with the up most sincerity and thoroughness. Pauline is very considerate, well spoken and knowledgeable person.
… read more
27 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Marley & Carina)
This lovely couple stayed with us for a month and we can highly recommend them for any position. They are super sweet and trustworthy. We really enjoyed having them here. They did all their tasks in a cheerful and responsible manner. We loved to cook with them in the evenings and dinner conversations were always very interesting. We also had so
… read more
5 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Marley & Carina) for host
This was our first Workaway and we recommend it 1000% to anyone else looking to spend time with wonderful and inviting people, laugh without stop, and see such breathtaking nature.
Mari and Finn have a one of a kind family and we felt very lucky to be a part of it for the month we stayed. We spent a lot of time with their son Noah who was one of … read more
Mari and Finn have a one of a kind family and we felt very lucky to be a part of it for the month we stayed. We spent a lot of time with their son Noah who was one of … read more
14 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Theresa & Miriam) for host
Thank‘s for the nice stay at your home and your family.
It was our first workaway experience and it was the best start what we could have had.
We‘ve been there for around two weeks and had a wonderful time there. The warm welcome gave us the feeling of being at home.
Our task‘s were to do some household, gardening, organising and cleaning the … read more
It was our first workaway experience and it was the best start what we could have had.
We‘ve been there for around two weeks and had a wonderful time there. The warm welcome gave us the feeling of being at home.
Our task‘s were to do some household, gardening, organising and cleaning the … read more
29 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Theresa & Miriam)
We hosted Theresa & Miriam for 2 weeks and wished they could have stayed longer. It was super pleasant to have them here with us. They are kind, polite and always helpful. They are fast learners and completed any task very responsibly and efficiently. We also appreciated their organising and cleaning skills, the house has never look more clean.
… read more
29 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hugo & Manon)
Excellent helpers.
Hugo & Manon stayed 2 months with us. They quickly adapted and always found a solution to all problems. They helped us organizing the home, cleaning, weeding the kitchen garden and parking and the put up a fence and built a wooden arbor.
I would definitely recommend them to any host. They were very eager to learn and they … read more
Hugo & Manon stayed 2 months with us. They quickly adapted and always found a solution to all problems. They helped us organizing the home, cleaning, weeding the kitchen garden and parking and the put up a fence and built a wooden arbor.
I would definitely recommend them to any host. They were very eager to learn and they … read more
26 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (KatharinaKnorz) for host
We spent two weeks with Mari and her family and had a wonderful stay.
Our task was to help around the house and garden. Since a garden presentation was coming up, we mainly had to do small beautification jobs in the garden, like pulling weeds, pruning rose bushes, planting new plants, etc. We had the afternoons free. Mari's house and garden are … read more
Our task was to help around the house and garden. Since a garden presentation was coming up, we mainly had to do small beautification jobs in the garden, like pulling weeds, pruning rose bushes, planting new plants, etc. We had the afternoons free. Mari's house and garden are … read more
5 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (KatharinaKnorz)
Katharina and Franziska and their lovely dog Rosie were with us for a couple of weeks this summer.
We really enjoyed having them in our home.
They have very good work ethics, are always positive and happy to help. They helped us getting the garden ready before we had an open garden event. Their tasks were weeding and pruning the roses. We worked … read more
We really enjoyed having them in our home.
They have very good work ethics, are always positive and happy to help. They helped us getting the garden ready before we had an open garden event. Their tasks were weeding and pruning the roses. We worked … read more
8 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Tarran)
We really enjoyed having Tarran at our place. He's very easy to have around.
Always eager to help out with what ever needs doing, taking his tasks seriously & working diligently to get things done properly.
He's very capable of working unsupervised.
He was a great help and among other things weeded my vegetable garden. He was also a great soccer … read more
Always eager to help out with what ever needs doing, taking his tasks seriously & working diligently to get things done properly.
He's very capable of working unsupervised.
He was a great help and among other things weeded my vegetable garden. He was also a great soccer … read more
6 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Tarran) for host
I had a great time with Mari and family. It's a beautiful place with a nice garden, scenic views and great living arrangements. The family are all very nice and friendly, I particularly enjoyed the games nights!
27 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Emmanuel)
Emmanuel stayed with us for a month and we would warmly recommend him to anyone. He is so lovely, respectful and pleasant to work with. We loved having him stay with us. He did his tasks with care and attention to detail. Emmanuel is a quick learner and hard working and always willing to help. Emmanuel is very knowledgeable and we always had a lot
… read more
26 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emmanuel) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was just wonderful! I would recommend this place to anyone as the whole family is very welcoming, hospitable, kindhearted and generous. They are used to hosting people and are very attentive and helpful. The food was incredibly healthy and tasty and the work was fun and fulfilling. I take with me so
… read more
20 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Federico) for host
Mari is an exuberant and lively person. She loves her passions so much that she makes you fall in love with them too. She always has a smile on and she's happy to share it. She, Finn and their sons welcomed us with open arms, they have been really kind and friendly from the first moment and that helped in making us feel really comfortable. The
… read more
19 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Federico)
We had the best time with this lovely couple. They helped us put up a poly tunnel. They did a fantastic job I was so impressed how they took on their task and always with a smile. We so enjoyed having them stay with us. Very respectful and good worker. I will never forget Alice fantastic Italian dishes like carbonara, risotto, home-made pasta and
… read more
20 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clara & Leonie) for host
The Magnus(s)ons welcomed us into their life from the first moment. We shared delicious dinners together each evening, they are open to cook together, share recipes, and exchange knowledge about healthy food and lifestyle. We had the possibility to get to know some family memebers from all over the world, and had an active cultural exchange
… read more
19 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara & Leonie)
We were so lucky to have had Clara and Sara stay with us. We got along so well. They are both soft-spoken and very respectful also so wise and loving. They always did their tasks with care and meticulous. Never have my house been so clean and the bathrooms were sparkling. They also painted our hallway floor so it now looks immaculate. We took
… read more
19 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Joshua)
We had Joshua here for a month and he helped us so much. Joshua is always in a good mood and always have a happy story too share. He is a trained landscape gardener and although he was here during the winter he did so much for our garden. He cut our enormous 4 meter high hedge that were unmanageable. We rented a digger so he cleared the area were
… read more
2 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luisa) for host
I don't know where to start.. It was an amazing stay at Family! They´re so kind and after the two months they felt like family to us! We did a lot of things with them like swimming in the cold lake, dancing Bachata (Mari and Finn are the best dancers, if anyone wants to learn something, feel free), went to Gröna Lund with the whole family, we had
… read more
22 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Luisa)
Luisa and Lenny stayed with us for two months. They became like family to us. We were lucky to have them. They are the sweetest and funniest couple you can ever imagine. They did all their projects meticulously and always with a laugh. Lenny has a lot of skills, like welding and fine craftsmanship. He did a beautiful rose arbour and a table for
… read more
24 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Josefine & Richard) for host
We have spent four amazing weeks with Maris Family. From the first day we have been a part of the family and it felt like a home for us. We helped Mari in her beautiful Garden and the house. Our tasks where as example lawn mowing, moving wood and branches, weeding, planting new flowers, build new tables. In the house it was to clean up or bring
… read more
24 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Josefine & Richard)
I can not recommend this lovely couple enough. We were so lucky to have them stay with us for a couple of weeks last summer. They became like family. They did excellent work around the house and are an absolut joy to be around. They are very competent and trustworthy. Richard built the most amazing shelf for me in my greenhose. Josie and I had so
… read more
7 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Quirijn & Emma)
This lovely couple stayed with us for a week. They were a delight to have and we were sad to see them leave. They did their tasks quickly, and with great skills. Their English is excellent and they are very friendly and respectful. They took initiative and worked independently. I am so happy with every project they helped us with. We enjoyed our
… read more
5 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Quirijn & Emma) for host
The whole family took us kindly into their home. Mari and Finn and their three sons are very friendly and speak very well English. We stayed and worked for a week.
They have a lovely home with beautiful garden that me and Emma worked in. We had nice tasks and Mari is very good at finding new tasks ;)
She is open to suggestions and let's you do … read more
They have a lovely home with beautiful garden that me and Emma worked in. We had nice tasks and Mari is very good at finding new tasks ;)
She is open to suggestions and let's you do … read more
22 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (carloscmmc2gmailco)
Carlos was with us for nearly 6 month and he blended so well with our family. Carlos is a very talented and skilled carpenter. He is a hard worker, very reliable and always did his job with excellence. He is very patient and meticulous in his work. He built us a beautiful greenhouse so we will always remember him dearly. He is a very polite, mild
… read more
22 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Horacio)
Horacio was with us for 6 month and he became a part of the family. Horacio is a hardworker and always did his work very meticulous, with attention to detail and with good spirit. He helped us with a wide variety of things from construction and painting to cleaning the house. Horacio is always in a good mood and he was always very polite and
… read more
16 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Horacio) for host
Mari and Finn thank you very much! I was 6 months with this wonderful family. Mari is a very funny and adorable woman. She is always there when you need her at work. Love your cakes 😍 and Finn is a very helpful man always attentive to details. They are both a beautiful couple and very helpful. I'll miss you so much. They helped me a lot and I
… read more
6 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Leslie & Sergio) for host
We stayed with this family almost 3 months! Our 3 best months in Sweden! They are our swedish family :) Finn and Mari are so nice people, they left us the house for 3 weeks while they where in France and they really trusted on us. We knew a lot of wonderfull places arround the house because they recomended us!! Even they were so kind because they
… read more
1 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Leslie & Sergio)
Sergio and Leslie are the lovliest couple and I give them the highest recommendations. They stayed with us for three months and helped us out tremendously. They are hard working and take own initiatives. They do their task with great accuracy and skill. Sergio has excellent carpentry skills and Leslie is very meticulous in all tasks. They built a
… read more
5 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Petri)
We enjoyed having Petri as a workaway in our household. He did his assignements with energy and precision. He is a hard worker. He is very inspiring when it comes to healty food and to find food in nature. He has a lot of insights on different topics that was a lot of fun to discuss with him.
