Help in our organic garden in Munster, Whitegate, Ireland

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We are Stephen [English], and Froukje [Dutch], and our 19 year old daughter Rose.
We have two cats, Charles and Jasper, and a dog Lily. We also have a small flock of chickens and ducks.
We grow a range of fruit and vegetables, which we used to sell at a weekly market in Limerick, but I have now stopped my business. I continue to grow vegetables, and there is always plenty of work outside [and inside when it's raining].
We are also busy renovating our house, so you may be asked to help with that as well.
Please only apply if you are committed to joining us, and have an interest in simple living.
We work to organic principles.
If you are interested in learning about organic gardening, then I am very willing to share my knowledge with you.
MINIMUM STAY IS THREE WEEKS
We live in a beautiful area,close to Lough Derg. We have canoes,and bicycles which you can use. There is a Table Tennis table, masses of board games, and hundreds of DVD's. The nearest village [pub,post office] is 5 minutes by bike.
Froukje plays several instruments,and runs a small choir.
We welcome people to our home, to be a part of our family, and to take part in all of our family life.
Sorry, but we do not cater for Vegans, and we don't take smokers.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We enjoy sharing ideas, and stories. Stephen can teach you about gardening. Froukje is a good baker, and you are welcome to join her choir for the duration of your stay.
Stephen helps organise an annual arts festival in Mountshannon which happens every June bank holiday weekend, and is always interested in meeting artists and people interested in the arts in all its myriad forms.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We like everyone to feel at home during their stay with us, and to work alongside us as part of the family. Most help is in the garden, but there are often small building projects and general maintenance projects.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
French: Beginner
Accommodation
Comfortable room, sometimes sharing with one other person.
What else ...
We live close to Lough Derg, and have canoes.
We will take you to see the famous Cliffs of Moher during your stay.
Sorry, but we do not cater for Vegans, and we do not accept smokers.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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23/01/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Maëwenn)

Maewenn was open for all kinds of work, and did everything she was asked, to the best of her ability.
She was pleasant company, and showed initiative, both in her work, and in her spare time.
We would recommend Maewenn to other Workaway hosts.

(Excellent )

16/01/2022

Left by Workawayer (Maëwenn) for host

This was my first workaway experience and I had a great time !
Stephen, Froukje and Rose are really nice people, they want you to feel at home.

Most of the work was around the organic garden (weeding, planting, harvesting) and ones, twice a day feeding the chickens and ducks. Afternoons are free from 3pm, it’s a good opportunity to go for a walk… read more

(Excellent )

09/11/2021

Left by Workawayer (Nora) for host

I stayed for about 3 weeks in September together with another workawayer which was really fun and I enjoyed it a lot. We had a wonderful time at Stephen and Froukjes place! In the beginning we were a little nervous, because this was our first workaway experience, but the host family was so helpful right from the start with planning the journey to… read more

(Excellent )

05/08/2021

Left by Workawayer (Denise) for host

Nice family and good work. You have fixed work hours so you don't need to work longer than the 5 hours and you can easily plan your trips. The work is also always according to the weather and simple. If you want you could also join the family on some trips.
They are flexible and they have lots of good food. Thank you for the great time I had with… read more

(Excellent )

13/06/2021

Left by Workawayer (Dilan) for host

I have no words to say how greatful I am to have meet Stephen, Froukje and Rose.
I feel so lucky to have been allowed to stay with them, to work with Stephen, to spend wonderful time with this family and to meet such great people in the this beautiful area of Ireland. I’ve learn so much with Stephe in the garden, but also as a human being , he is… read more

(Excellent )

26/04/2021

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host

I had a very pleasant stay with my hosts :-)
They are all very nice. I felt at home.
I never felt anything heavy, communication is a real pleasure, never tension :-)
It was my first experience in Workway. I do not regret this choice.
If you like music, I recommend this family.
You will eat a lot of products from the garden, very good for your… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2021

Left by Workawayer (Pamela) for host

Thank you for this my experience (this was my first as volunteer) even if for only two short weeks.
I hated Irish weather as you know (lot of rainy and windy days.. sometimes there was sun but only for few minutes... or better, seconds 😅😂) but I was glad to be staying to you especially for your both kindness, Stephen’s patience and I am satisfied… read more

(Good )

18/08/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Roisin)

Roisin is a remarkable young woman.
I have never met anyone with as much positive energy in all my life.
She is interested in so many different things, and is always keen to share her knowledge and also learn new things.
During her stay she entertained and motivated all of the other volunteers, doing yoga, making jewellery, drawing, etc.
She… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)

Anna is a really positive young woman, and fitted in perfectly with our family.
She sees what needs doing and does it. She is an excellent worker, and we all found her a pleasure to have around.
I couldn't recommend her highly enough.

(Excellent )

28/07/2020

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

I stayed at the Powell’s for four short weeks and I truly wish I could stay for longer. It is hard to summarise such a great experience in a review, so please just go and live it for yourself, you won’t regret it. Stephen, Froukje and Rose are wonderful people, always having fun and very interesting too. I learned a lot during my stay. During the… read more

(Excellent )

17/07/2020

Left by Workawayer (YELIM) for host

What a beautiful place!

I had a really good time. I could learn how to make lovely organic farm through my daily experience, but also have good communication with people. I was quite a shy person at first, but I wanted to be more outgoing and all conversations with Louis, Stephen, Froukje, Rose, Marieke, Laura and Róisín were amazing. Lovely dog… read more

(Excellent )

19/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Natassia & Michael) for host

We had a wonderful time getting to know the family. They are all wholesome people, all with a good sense of humour. They accepted us into the family as though we had always been there.
We were encouraged to partake in community activities, and to see the various sights in the area. Both of these were awesome experiences.
The work was good: we… read more

(Excellent )

05/01/2020

Left by Workawayer (Sierra) for host

I was only with Stephen for a short time, I had to leave much earlier than planned because I had to go back home last minute. Thank you again to Stephen for being understanding about that-
I had a wonderful time while I was there! The food was amazing, Stephen's property was absolutely beautiful. From the beginning Stephen made sure that we felt… read more

(Excellent )

10/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (María) for host

It has been my first workaway experience spending 3 weeks on the farm and it has been rewarding. I was with three more workawayers the first week and a half , Paula, Bernardo and Sierra, they were really friendly and nice. Unfortunatelly they all gone, but then I met Rose, Stephen's daughter. She's so kind and sarcastic, like her father, which was… read more

(Excellent )

11/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host

What an unique place!
I spent six months on the farm and I had an unforgettable time!
A mix of great and interesting work and a lovely family, where no day was boring!
The work was varied and never too hard. Stephen always tries to find a weather suitable work and if you’re interested in working on a vegetable farm (with some tame animals),… read more

(Excellent )

10/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Carla)

Carla is an exceptional young woman.
We were incredibly lucky to have her stay with us, for six months.
She is one of the most positive people I have ever met. Always happy and smiling.
She is also one of the best workers I ever had in the many years of hosting volunteers.
She is full of energy, intelligent, kind and thoughtful, independent, takes… read more

(Excellent )

02/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Isabel)

It was an absolute pleasure to have Isabel stay with us. I only wished it could have been for longer.
She is such a beautiful, lovely, kind, positive person. She did everything asked of her and more.
I would highly recommend her to any prospective host.

(Excellent )

02/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Isabel) for host

Easily my favourite workaway experience! Stephen, Froukje and Rose are exceedingly wonderful people and they all went out of their way to ensure I had a meaningful experience. Working alongside Stephen was great fun too. In amongst the varied, interesting and very fair work, I enjoyed spending time with him, learning about organic produce and the… read more

(Excellent )

23/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Fabiola)

I really admire the fact that Fabiola made the decision to give up her well paid job and comfortable life, to travel and make new experiences.
She was really out of her comfort zone here in rural Ireland, working in the garden, but did her best and never complained, even though, due to circumstances here, she was left to work alone a lot of the… read more

(Excellent )

16/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Fabiola) for host

I spent 3 weeks with Stephen and it was really nice experience. It was my first time in an organic garden and I appreciated a lot that Stephen taught me with patience and convey his knowledge. The work it’s different every day (according to the weather) so you never get bored. The food is delicious and healthy. Froukje is a really good at cooking.… read more

(Excellent )

15/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Angèle)

It was wonderful to host Angele. She is a lovely person. She goes about her work quietly, with a smile on her face, and does everything that you ask of her, conscientiously, and to the best of her ability. She is very friendly, and had a good time with the other volunteers. I would heartily recommend her to any potential hosts in the future.… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Angèle) for host

I stayed 1 month in the organic farm of Stephen and it was a really good workaway! Stephen is a fantastic and generous person with a great sens of humour. He was really patient with me and my wonderful level of English..! Froukje and Rose are very friendly and generous as well. Thank you very much all you 3 for your welcome and your hospitality!!… read more

(Excellent )

18/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Claire ) for host

What a wonderful experience I had with Stephen, Froukje, and Rose. A very grounded family with a lot of knowledge and wisdom to share. Their farm is located in a beautiful area near Lough Derg. I so much enjoyed my walks down to the lake with the dogs. Working with Stephen, you get a real sense of all that goes into being a small-scale farm. I… read more

(Excellent )

14/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Claire )

If you have the opportunity to meet this wonderful young woman you are blessed.
Claire is such a genuine, warm, kind, calm, wise, and positive person.
We really enjoyed her company, and wish she could have stayed longer.
She is very down to earth, knows how to work, independently, as well as with others, and does everything with love and joy.
We… read more

(Excellent )

30/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Carlotta & Pierre-Etienne)

Carlotta and Pierre-Etienne are lovely souls, and it was a pleasure to meet them.
They are great workers, and good company, and will be a great addition to any host.
I highly recommend them.

(Excellent )

17/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Carlotta & Pierre-Etienne) for host

We felt home and loved eating the nice vegetables from the garden with the absolutely delicious bread of Frankja. There is a nice lake walking distance where it is possible to do kayaking or just swim and Lily (the most adorable dog ever) is always happy to join There are also very nice national parks around to enjoy during the week-ends.

(Excellent )

19/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Cristina) for host

A wonderful Workaway experience (my first one)!

The family:
Such lovely people! They made me and my friend feel like we were home. The time with them was always funny and pleasant; not to mention the company of their well educated and crazy dog Lily!
The food (vegetarian meals and sometimes meat) was great: they cook a wide variety of fresh… read more

(Excellent )

08/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Martine)

We really enjoyed having Martine to stay with us.
She is always smiling and always positive.
She did her best in everything that was asked of her.
She is a kind and social and happy person.
I highly recommend her to any Workaway host.

(Excellent )

08/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Laurent & Ludmila)

Two of the most positive people you will ever meet
We really enjoyed having Laurent and Lu stay with us.
They did their best in everything that was asked of them, and always had a positive attitude.
They are very social, and love to play games....especially Boggle.
I would highly recommend them to any Workaway host.

(Excellent )

03/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Laurent & Ludmila) for host

Stephen, Froukje and their daughter Rose are really great persons. It was a real pleasure to work for Stephen. We have spend 3 weeks but it was not enough at all! It was so fast!
All the family take some time to be with you if you want (playing games, go to walk, canoe, pubs...) They take care of you, always smiling and they are always there to… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jose Luis & Emilie) for host

We spent two weeks on the farm with Stephen, Froukje, Thomas and Rose and we loved the whole family! They're very lovely, kind, wlcoming and made us feel home from the very first second! The work is nice, not difficult at all and very pleasant! Stephen is always around if you have questions and can help you! They are all amazing cooks also and… read more

(Excellent )

20/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Mario Leonardo)

Mario stayed three weeks with us, and we enjoyed every moment. He is a genuine, kind, calm person with a great sense of humour.
He really enjoys his food, and is a good cook.
The work was mainly in our garden, and he did everything that was asked of him with a smile on his face.
He is interested in the world and other people, and we would… read more

(Excellent )

19/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Mario Leonardo) for host

Was a great experience, Stephen and Froukje made me feel part of their family, I enjoyed every work, every meal and every moment. Stephen has great sense of humor, I even watched my first Rugby game with him, he advise really accurate about buses, events and things to do around his place. And Lilly is a crazy a really friendly dog. I loved this… read more

(Excellent )

30/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Nikola) for host

Great family! I stay only two weeks,first week with me was one more volunteer and second week I was alone but Stephen and his family always take care about me so I always felt good. Food is perfect, family is amazing, are around is very nice so I enjoy staying on this place. They have very fun dog :-) I hope you will have very good time in… read more

(Excellent )

15/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (samuel)

Samuel is a great worker, and a lovely person.
He did all that was asked of him, helping in the garden, and doing some general maintenance.
He was also lovely with our 12 year old daughter.
We wish you well Sam, and any place you visit in the future, will be lucky to have you.

(Excellent )

13/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (samuel) for host

I loved this family, the farm, all the pets and the work ! It was for me a really good moment spent there and I enjoyed it a lot ! There's everything you need to leave very comfortably and even a really good and healthy food :D (and a pub not far do not worry) I learned a lot in the garden and of course in english and Froukje (I hope you spell it… read more

(Excellent )

05/06/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Alina)

We loved having Alina to stay with us.
She became part of our family, and enhanced our lives during her short stay.
She worked well in the garden, and did everything that was asked of her to the best of her ability, and with a smile on her face.
Alina, we wish you well in your life, and you are welcome back anytime.

(Excellent )

01/06/2014

Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host

Stephen and Froukje were my first Workaway hosts and I couldn't have had it any better!
They welcomed me as a member of their family, invited me to join their activities and made me feel at home.
There is always something to do around the house and in their beautiful garden like weeding, harvesting, planting or looking after the chickens.… read more

(Excellent )

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