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I am an astronomer working at the University of Guanajuato. I run the Astronomy Department composed by 13 other researchers. At the the Astronomy Department we have two observatories where it is possible to attend and learn from it.
The house has many plants, I like it green and I plan to improve the terraces by putting more plants around.
The house has terrace and nice view in the hotel area of Guanajuato in San Javier. We are very close to the center of the city, only 1.5 km walking distance.
We have a common area with electric stove for cooking.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsLanguage practiceHelp with Eco ProjectsGardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareFarmstay helpHelp around the houseHospitality/TourismGeneral MaintenanceCultural exchange and learning opportunities
For the rest of the day you can just relax, write, use internet (good wifi available), walk, play with the dog and giving food for her, watch movies, or whatever you like. You can practice your Spanish with me and the guests, and we can give travel advice for the rest of your trip.
You can get days off to visit nearby and nice cities without problems we have to arrange in advance.The center of Guanajuato is 15 minutes walking. It takes 1 hour to go the San Miguel de Allende.Help
The first part of the project is a small (5 rooms) which is already working in Guanajuato capital. One of the most beautiful cities in México.
People independent and responsible are welcome, couples or friends with working experience, some spanish knowledge is needed.
2 to 3 WEEKS stays at least are desirable. I speak fluently English and Spanish. Our place functions as a small hotel, but clients come only during weekends in general, outside high season. During the week, the place is more quiet.
In exchange I offer a beautiful spot, quiet, free internet, no services charges with accommodation included.
Regarding the rooms help cleaning the rooms, changing sheets, doing the laundry.
Tasks inside the house: cleaning toilets, bathrooms
Outside: watering the plants, I have one dog. I would like to have her bath and give food.
Small repair and maintenance jobs always occur, as articles break down or need attention otherwise: painting, rebuilding or improving the fence, making order, reorganize. ...Or whatever else you think that needs to be done.
Own initiative is needed, I don´t like to command people but also don´t like to chase people for things to be done. Be creative and a self starter, see tasks that need to be done.
Work is as said manily during weekends, so days off should be different from friday, saturday, sundays and holidays please.Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.Accommodation
If you are a single volunteer, you could share your stay with some other volunteer, the room provided has a double and a single bed.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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I was lucky enough to have a private and comfortable room.
I stayed 10 days, with the work mostly being typical cleaning; sweeping, mopping, making beds etc, and also got to do some painting which I really enjoyed.
I was so grateful Carlos took me… read more
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I was lucky enough to have a private and comfortable room.
I stayed 10 days, with the work mostly being typical cleaning; sweeping, mopping, making beds etc, and also got to do some painting which I really enjoyed.
I was so grateful Carlos took me… read more
El trabajo es fácil, un poco de todo como limpiar las habitaciones, hacer las camas, la lavenderia, regar las plantas, barrer la terraza. También hice un poco de pintura.
Carlos es muy amable y muy buena onda. También es flexible con los horarios.
Tuve tiempo para disfrutar de… read more
El sitio es un poco lejos del centro pero se puede tomar el colectivo por 7 pesos o un taxi sin problema.
Estoy un poco decepcionada leyendo los otros comentarios que dicen que tuvieron… read more
I'm… read more
I had some turquish classes for basic expressions.
Percin is always open to suggestions and to learn how to improve.… read more
The work is cleaning the rooms and outdoor areas, feed the lovely and easy cat and dog, watering the plans and maybe helping greeting people, nothing to difficult.
Carlos is a great guy, and he showed me around, and we went… read more
The view from the terrace is amazing und the pets are as cute as suger.
Saludos
Ismail
cheers
Carlos
The first point is that the food that he promised to provide wasn't there. Often he bought some fruits and eggs with a huge delay and not enough at all for three workawayers.
The second point is that he asked for working… read more
My main task was cleaning. That was not so difficult. I can’t speak spanish, but Carlos and other workawayer always helped me.
Carlos is busy person but he always kind and smiling.
I could feel relax and enjoy slow life at here with his friendly cat Zoro. It was really good staying for… read more
Son comprometidos con el trabajo y respetuosos de los espacios, me encanto tenerlos en casa ayudando.
The hostel is a little far from the city center but for the one that… read more
Ella me ayudo en lavar sábanas, toallas, limpiar cuartos, terrazas y recibir a los huéspedes, lo cual no hubiera logrado solo.
Abrazos
Carlos
saludos
Carlos
saludos
Carlos
Hope you enjoy… read more
There was almost no guests when I was there, so not much housekeeping to do, but I had to water the plants and basically keep the whole place clean and tidy.
Carlos is a nice host, very busy though, so unfortunately we didn't have much time for our language classes. But… read more
saludos
Carlos
cheers
Carlos
Muchas gracias por recibirme. el lugar es increíble, confortable y muy agradable la convivencia. Te agradezco la confianza que depositaste en mi. Tu proyecto es fantástico y te deseo que sigas avanzando. Abrazos. Saludos a Doña Agustina. Abrazos. Margarita
Te escribo para agradecer toda la gran ayuda que me diste durante los dos meses que estuviste aquí (aunque el plan inicial era un mes que bueno que te quedaste más de lo planeado). Espero que el resto de tu viaje sea muy placentero y relajado. Muy buen carácter y buena vibra :) De mucha confianza y siempre sonriente! Me ayudaste a… read more