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Host rating
80 %
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Last replied
3 Jul 2026
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Reply rate
75.6 %
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Description
We have had workaways for many years in Uk Spain and south africa
Our home in Spain is in ampuriabrava on the canal leading to the sea we have our family and friends stay through out the summer
Boating
Cycling loan of bikes -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Van life
Movies & TV
Photography
Music
Gardening
Cooking & food
Winter sports
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Cycling
Beach
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Helping us enjoy our holidays with our family
We have 2children and 6grandkids
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Projects involving children
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Help
We would love some help with:
Gardening
Living as family helping with chores
We need help diy outside of house
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
Single bedroom or double with bathroom
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What else ...
Boating
Jet skiing
Cycling
Beaches
use pool and jacuzzi
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
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Can possibly accept pets
Yes
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Host ref number: 459963587276
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5 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Luke) for host
Mary and Martin were very welcoming and allowed me to feel at home during my stay. Beautiful cooked meals every day for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Their family that joined us in the time being were lovely and great to communicate with. As promised they invited me to have a day out on their boat along the coast & allowing plenty of spare time to
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7 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lucia & Costanza) for host
27 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucia & Costanza)
3 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Konstantin & Eliza) for host
Mary and Martin are very hospitable people who kindly welcomed us in their beautiful house.
We spent great time together with interesting conversations and delicious food we cooked and shared. It was a pleasure for us to visit the area of Empuriabrava and the surroundings and get to know Mary and Martin.
We spent great time together with interesting conversations and delicious food we cooked and shared. It was a pleasure for us to visit the area of Empuriabrava and the surroundings and get to know Mary and Martin.
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5 Oct 2025
Left by Workawayer (Luke) for host
Mary and Martin were very welcoming and allowed me to feel at home during my stay. Beautiful cooked meals every day for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Their family that joined us in the time being were lovely and great to communicate with. As promised they invited me to have a day out on their boat along the coast & allowing plenty of spare time to
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7 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lucia & Costanza) for host
27 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucia & Costanza)
3 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Konstantin & Eliza) for host
Mary and Martin are very hospitable people who kindly welcomed us in their beautiful house.
We spent great time together with interesting conversations and delicious food we cooked and shared. It was a pleasure for us to visit the area of Empuriabrava and the surroundings and get to know Mary and Martin.
We spent great time together with interesting conversations and delicious food we cooked and shared. It was a pleasure for us to visit the area of Empuriabrava and the surroundings and get to know Mary and Martin.
18 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nicholas & Josie) for host
I really appreciate that Mary was able to host me at last second for 10 days. I had a wonderful time with her and the family. The area was beautiful and the work was fun! I was able to help the family with various tasks in the yard/garden/inside. They even took me out on the boat for lunch! Thanks for everything!
16 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
Very active family. The daily tasks were easy. Mostly general kitchen help. First few days required a bit more general household help like cleaning and sweeping. Beach is close by and a relaxing place to chill. Nice experience.
22 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Marin)
Really enjoyed his stay , he fitted in the family well, helping with any jobs we asked
Very good at gardening
Very good at gardening
12 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Marin) for host
Most lovely hosts, Mrs. Marry and her family made me feel like I am a member of the family, food was delicious(proper home cooked), job itself was revolving around premise maintenance, lawn mowing, some kitchen assistance. Fully fulfilled my expectations. Looking forward on coming again.
28 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria Florencia & Mateo)
They were one of the best workaways we have had, fitted in with our family did any thing we asked.
We’re good with children , good in the kitchen and garden.
We had to return to uk early due to Covid,they helped us pack the house up in record time
Will always be welcome to join us
We’re good with children , good in the kitchen and garden.
We had to return to uk early due to Covid,they helped us pack the house up in record time
Will always be welcome to join us
2 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Maria Florencia & Mateo) for host
Our first Workaway with Mary and martin’s family was more than we expected. Very kind family, we enjoyed them on the swimming pool, the boat and the beach plans. The house is lovely and we were very confortable In the room with our private bathroom. You can have any kind of food you like at any time. We worked in the house helping cooking,
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27 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Martina & Damian) for host
We had a great time at Mary´s and Martin´s place. It was our first experience and we really enjoyed it.
The kids arrived 10 days after us and they were lovely, specially the twins with whom we spent the mayority of time.
The job was basically preparing and setting up the house for the time the rest of the family arrived. And once they were there, … read more
The kids arrived 10 days after us and they were lovely, specially the twins with whom we spent the mayority of time.
The job was basically preparing and setting up the house for the time the rest of the family arrived. And once they were there, … read more
8 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Paula & Lucia)
These were just the best workaway, they did everything asked joining family activates, house work gardening , hope they will join us sometime in south africa
5 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Paula & Lucia) for host
We absolutely enjoyed our exchange. We stayed with Mary, Martin and their family for 10 days. We had an amazing experience. We share a lot of time with them, mostly breakfasts and dinners. Mary was always taking care that we eat good and that we have our free time every day. They even invited us to boat trips around the Costa Brava, with a lot of
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12 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Radim) for host
I have been with Mary and Martin at their home for two weeks. It was a very good experience about garden working. We enjoyed a lot of fun together, trips on boats. I can really recommend this stay. Thank you for it. See you Radim
4 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host
Very lovely family who live a very fun and exciting lifestyle that always keeps you entertained. Mary never fails to make sure you’re well fed and looked after. The kids are great fun and the two twins will always amaze you.
We had an incredible time although unfortunately cut short, would absolutely recommend to anyone. Thank you for having us :)
We had an incredible time although unfortunately cut short, would absolutely recommend to anyone. Thank you for having us :)
12 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Erin & Teddy)
4 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Erin & Teddy) for host
18 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul_C)
Paul fitted in with our family well, brought good supply of tea and biscuits.
Was excellant painter and did all task asked.
Was very patient when grandchildren stayed.
I would recommend him to any one.
Hope to host you again in capetown next jan
Was excellant painter and did all task asked.
Was very patient when grandchildren stayed.
I would recommend him to any one.
Hope to host you again in capetown next jan
17 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Paul_C) for host
….nearly 6 weeks I stayed with Mary and Martin at their home in Empuriabrava. I had a great time with them. They are the most grounded people I have ever had the pleasure to meet. I was fortunate to meet their grown children and grandchildren who most definitely added a sparkle to Mary's eyes... they were quite rightly the centre of everyone's
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10 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
27 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa & Kimberly)
It was a pleasure to have you join our family.
I would recommend you to join any family.
Good with kids and willing to help in house and garden.
I would recommend you to join any family.
Good with kids and willing to help in house and garden.
24 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Melissa & Kimberly) for host
Mary and Martin were very generous for hosting us as workaways. They have a beautiful home on the Costa Brava which we enjoyed getting to visit! We had a variety of jobs around the house during the day and got free time in the afternoon plus two days off every week. We loved getting to know their grandkids and spending time with the whole family!
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15 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jesse)
We were pleased to have you stay, you were a great help with chores,
We are pleased you enjoyed your Sunday roast
We are pleased you enjoyed your Sunday roast
10 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jesse) for host
A truly great English experience, in short, as my stay was short due to personal comitments. Spent roughly two weeks plus a little with this family, was warmly welcomed and cared for.
The help needed varied, mostly due to the weather, from carting/stacking firewood to skinning potatoes and giving a hand with the children. Something i haven't … read more
The help needed varied, mostly due to the weather, from carting/stacking firewood to skinning potatoes and giving a hand with the children. Something i haven't … read more
15 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Angel Eduardo)
Thanks for being part of our family
15 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Angel Eduardo) for host
Muy buenas personas, estuve con ellos por casi 2 meses, las bebes son muy lindas y muiy divertidas. El alojamiento es muy bueno en casa de David.
20 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Josue salomon & Miriam beatriz)
Thanks for choosing to stay with us, you where such a pleasure to have as part of our family.
You were great with the twins they are missing you, but David and the boys are also missing you, hope we can meet again in the future.
You were great with the twins they are missing you, but David and the boys are also missing you, hope we can meet again in the future.
15 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Josue salomon & Miriam beatriz) for host
I spend 3 month with marry and her family in ashbourne I had a wonderful time with her grandchildren and sons they are good people they makes you feel like one of the family. the twins they are really cute girls! Thanks to marry for let me have this good experience! :)
20 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maximilian)
It was a pleasure to have you stay, you are being missed by the grandchildren
19 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maximilian) for host
I stayed with Mary's family for 3 months and it was a wonderful time. They all made me feel at home and they took good care of me. I'm really happy that I met them and I hope I can return the favor someday. Thank you for everything David! :)
6 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas & Maria Sol)
It was a pleasure to have you stay, it worked well for us all, we now have a very tidy garden and lots of other jobs done.
I really like my gold and silver ducks, but no golden egg yet.
I don't think Nicholas will forget falling off the jet ski coming out port.
Thanks again .
I really like my gold and silver ducks, but no golden egg yet.
I don't think Nicholas will forget falling off the jet ski coming out port.
Thanks again .
6 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nicolas & Maria Sol) for host
If you like boats, sailing and swimming in the sea this host is perfect for you!!
We spent two really nice weeks in Spain with Mary and Martin. Our jobs were gardening, sanding, vanishing and painting, all things we enjoy doing. After a morning working we would either go to the beach or go sailing with them. Mary always made sure we had … read more
We spent two really nice weeks in Spain with Mary and Martin. Our jobs were gardening, sanding, vanishing and painting, all things we enjoy doing. After a morning working we would either go to the beach or go sailing with them. Mary always made sure we had … read more
29 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
We enjoyed having Daniel stay with our family, he was very easy to be around, he shared in most family activity ,my grandchildren loved him as he always had time for them.
He completed all tasks asked and we now have a lovelly green lawn, thanks to his and Williams hard work.
He even went to visit family in uk before setting of on his bike ride … read more
He completed all tasks asked and we now have a lovelly green lawn, thanks to his and Williams hard work.
He even went to visit family in uk before setting of on his bike ride … read more
27 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
I am very grateful I got the chance to spend time with Mary, Martin and their family in Cape Town. My time with them has been a real highlight of my travels so far. The work/leisure split was more than generous on their behalf, expectations were always clear and I left feeling as though we both benefited from our time together.
Mary and … read more
Mary and … read more
21 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Cedric & Delphine)
Cedric and partner, were our first work way couple.
We had no idea what to expect.
They fitted in with us well, and we're very good with the children.
Cedric is an excellent painter , painting most of the outside of the house.
They didn't take anything for granted, giving us space when needed.
I would recommend them to anybody
We had no idea what to expect.
They fitted in with us well, and we're very good with the children.
Cedric is an excellent painter , painting most of the outside of the house.
They didn't take anything for granted, giving us space when needed.
I would recommend them to anybody
6 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Cedric & Delphine) for host
We were welcomed in a lovely home and received everything we could ve asked for.
Mary and Martin are both flexble, understanding people who will treat you fair. In exchange for more or less 6/day, we had two days off and we could still use all the facilities and had the food we wanted. During our time with Mary and Martin, we were able to see … read more
Mary and Martin are both flexble, understanding people who will treat you fair. In exchange for more or less 6/day, we had two days off and we could still use all the facilities and had the food we wanted. During our time with Mary and Martin, we were able to see … read more
