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Learn new skills while staying with us in the heart of Villa La Angostura, Argentina

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

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    Hi! I'm Roro (29) and my partner Ely (30) and I are just starting out in the world of volunteering!

    We currently have a Couchsurfing profile where we've hosted over 12 travelers in the last year. Through countless conversations and recommendations, we discovered Workaway. We're open to exploring other apps and websites where we can help travelers.

    We currently have a house on a plot of land in Villa La Angostura, Neuquén Province, Argentina, 200 meters from the main avenue and town center, 300 meters from the bus terminal, and 20 meters from a convenience store. We're also close to a medical center and hospital, with easy access to public transportation, taxis, and private car services.

    We're looking for help to renovate a house, start a camping and dormitory project using a shipping container as a base, and much more!

    We frequently organize fun activities. Send us a message if you'd like to join us!

    ___________ESPAÑOL____________

    Hola! Soy Roro (29) y junto a mi compañera Ely (30) estamos iniciándonos en el mundo de los voluntariados!

    Al momento tenemos un perfil de couchsourfing en el cual hemos alojado a mas de 12 viajeros en el último año. De interminables charlas y recomendaciones fue que llegamos a conocer WorkAway. Estamos abiertos a conocer otras app y sitios donde cooperar con viajeros.

    Actualmente tenemos una casa en un terreno en Villa La Angostura, provincia de Neuquén, Argentina, a 200 metros de la avenida principal y centro de la localidad, a 300 metros de la terminal de ómnibus, hay una despensa a 20 metros, cerca de centro medico y hospital, con acceso a transporte publico, disponibilidad de taxi y remisse.

    Estamos buscando ayuda para refaccionar una casa, comenzar un proyecto de camping y dormis usando de base un contenedor marítimo, y muchas cosas más!

    Organizamos frecuentemente actividades divertidas. ¡Envíanos un mensaje si quieres unirte a nosotros!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    House sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Carpentry
    Photography
    Art & design
    Gardening
    Plant care
    DIY & crafts
    Astronomy
    Languages
    Music
    Cooking & food
    Performing arts
    Animals
    Pets
    Culture
    Van life
    Technology
    Sustainability
    Farming
    Dancing
    Sailing / Boating
    Water sports
    Nature
    Outdoor activities
    Beach
    Mountain
    Camping
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    - Hay en casa un proyecto de huerta familiar y compostaje, podemos enseñarte todo lo que sabemos de ello e incluirlo quizá en la rutina diaria. Además conocemos sobre plantas medicinales de la zona!
    - Ambos somos músicos con conocimiento en Violín, Guitarra y otros instrumentos. Podemos ayudarte a aprender lo básico y crear música de diversos ritmos argentinos!
    - Conocemos danzas típicas argentinas, podemos bailar juntos!
    - Podemos compartir recetas de comidas típicas y cocinar en conjunto!
    - Puedo enseñarte desde mi conocimientos en los oficios de carpintería básica, soldadura y herrería, electricidad, fontanería (agua y gas).
    - Hablamos pocos idiomas, pero estamos a disposición de enseñarte español argentino!
    - Ely hace arte con reciclaje, puede enseñarte sus técnicas y obras.

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    - We have a family garden and composting project at home. We can teach you everything we know about it and perhaps even incorporate it into your daily routine. We also know about local medicinal plants!

    - We are both musicians with knowledge of violin, guitar, and other instruments. We can help you learn the basics and create music in various Argentine rhythms!

    - We know traditional Argentine dances; we can dance together!

    - We can share recipes for traditional dishes and cook together!

    - I can teach you basic carpentry, welding and blacksmithing, electrical work, and plumbing (water and gas) using my skills.

    - We speak a few languages, but we are available to teach you Argentine Spanish!

    - Ely makes art with recycled materials; she can teach you her techniques and show you her work.

  • Help

    Help

    Siempre tenemos muchos proyectos en mente, por lo que no nos alcanzan nuestras manos y tiempo para concretarlos, y es aquí donde necesitamos de tu ayuda! :D
    Principalmente al día de hoy tenemos dos grandes proyectos:
    - Mejorar nuestra casa, tareas de pintura y mini-remodelación, para aprovechar al máximo los espacios y poder recibir a mas voluntarios
    - Reorganizar y darle una distribución armónico al terreno con el objetivo de hacer un proyecto de un mini camping/glamping o dormis con capacidad de recibir voluntarios y generar conexiones. El refugio central será construido dentro de un contenedor marítimo!

    Tenemos una lista detallada de las cosas que hay para hacer y no es obligatorio tener conocimientos, tampoco se te asignará una tarea con la que no estés cómodo/a, todo se habla previamente.
    Son siempre cosas simples y vas a estar acompañado/a en el proceso, tu rol generalmente será de asistencia/apoyo.

    - No se ofrecen pagos adicionales. Ayuda voluntaria: Máximo 4 horas al día, 5 días a la semana. Dos dias libres.
    - El alojamiento es a cambio de 3hs de ayuda voluntaria diaria.
    - La comida es a cambio de 1hs de ayuda voluntaria diaria: Porporcionaremos una comida fuerte (almuerzo o cena) + una comida liviana (desayuno o merienda).

    Las tareas pueden ser de:
    - Agricultura, jardinería.
    - Organización de espacios exteriores/interiores.
    - Pintura.
    - Asistencia en carpintería.
    - Asistencia en herrería.
    - Asistencia en albañilería liviana.
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    We always have many projects in mind, so we don't have enough time or resources to complete them all, and that's where we need your help! :D Mainly, as of today, we have two major projects:

    - Improving our house, painting, and mini-remodeling, to make the most of the space and be able to accommodate more volunteers.
    - Reorganizing and creating a harmonious layout for the land with the goal of developing a mini-camping/glamping or dormitory project to host volunteers and foster connections. The main shelter will be built inside a shipping container!

    We have a detailed list of tasks, and no prior experience is required. You won't be assigned a task you're not comfortable with; everything will be discussed beforehand.

    The tasks are always simple, and you'll be supported throughout the process. Your role will generally be one of assistance/support.

    - No additional payments are offered. Volunteer help: Maximum 4 hours per day, 5 days per week. Two days off.
    - Accommodation is provided in exchange for 3 hours of daily volunteer work.
    - Meals are provided in exchange for 1 hour of daily volunteer work: We will provide one main meal (lunch or dinner) plus one light meal (breakfast or afternoon snack).

    Tasks may include:
    - Farming, gardening.
    - Organizing indoor/outdoor spaces.
    - Painting.
    - Carpentry assistance.
    - Metalworking assistance.
    - Light masonry assistance.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Spanish: Fluent
    English: Beginner
    Portuguese: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Estamos abiertos a aprender otros idiomas y a ayudar a entender mejor el español-argentino /// We are open to learning other languages ​​and to helping people better understand Argentine Spanish.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Al día de hoy, luego de compartir, reflexionar y charlar con viajeros de distintos lugares (cada uno con sus vivencias previas), partiendo de sus consejos y opiniones, hemos decidido escribir algunas consideraciones y cuestiones de convivencia, para que el día a día en nuestro hogar sea una experiencia grata y armoniosa entre los michis, nosotros, los vecinos y los futuros visitantes.

    Atencion!
    Les ofrecemos una habitación privada a compartir entre los voluntarios con colchón individual con almohada, sabanas y frazadas limpias dentro de la casa, siempre calefaccionado, con la oportunidad de usar las instalaciones de baño, living y cocina.

    Actualmente nuestra situación económica no nos permite ayudar económicamente a otras personas, por lo que pediremos que cada uno/a gestione sus propias cosas (aseo personal, medicaciones, etc).

    Les pedimos que ayuden a mantener el orden y limpieza de la casa (limpiamos todos juntos).
    La colaboración en tiempo semanal no debiera nunca superar las 20 horas.

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    Today, after sharing, reflecting, and chatting with travelers from different places (each with their own prior experiences), and based on their advice and opinions, we've decided to write down some considerations and guidelines for living together, so that daily life in our home is a pleasant and harmonious experience for the cats, ourselves, our neighbors, and future visitors.

    Attention!
    We offer a private room to be shared among volunteers, with an individual mattress and pillow, clean sheets and blankets, inside the house, which is always heated. You'll also have access to the bathroom, living room, and kitchen.

    Currently, our financial situation doesn't allow us to provide financial assistance to others, so we ask that everyone manage their own expenses (personal hygiene items, medications, etc.).

    We ask that you help keep the house tidy and clean (we all clean together). Your weekly volunteer time should never exceed 20 hours.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Frecuentemente coordinamos con los viajeros salidas en lancha, salir en kayak, paseos en auto, mini traslados en auto a senderos o viajecitos a lugares y pueblos cercanos. A cambio pedimos colaboración con hacer alguna tarea específica o si fuera necesario y estás de acuerdo, hacer división de gastos.

    Nos encanta hacer planes juntos para salir a caminar!

    Hay muchísimas playas de lagos de agua dulce para visitar, rios, cascadas y senderos para subir cerros. Muchos de ellos de fácil acceso/corta distancia.

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    We frequently coordinate boat trips, kayaking excursions, car rides, short car transfers to trails, or trips to nearby towns and villages with our travelers. In return, we ask for your help with specific tasks or, if necessary and you agree, to split the costs.

    We love making hiking plans together!

    There are countless freshwater lake beaches to visit, as well as rivers, waterfalls, and hiking trails. Many are easily accessible and within short distance.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Poseemos internet por fibra optica e internet de alta velocidad satelital starlink. /// We have fiber optic internet and high-speed satellite internet via Starlink.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Usualmente tenemos un lugar reducido, por lo que no podria entrar un vehiculo de más de 6 metros. Consultar antes y especificar bien si vas a traer un motorhome /// We usually have limited space, so vehicles longer than 6 meters won't be able to fit. Please check beforehand and specify clearly if you're bringing a motorhome.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Mebo

    Mebo

    Profile photo of Lilo

    Lilo

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    Negan

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    Pincky

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Photos

A delicious berry pie topped with cream sits in the foreground, while a barbecue with a glowing fire blazes in the background, outdoors in a rustic setting.
Three cats—a white, orange, and black one—sit in the foreground, while a smiling person stands behind them indoors with arms joyfully raised. Cozy atmosphere.
A hand holding a metal cup filled with fresh raspberries and a single strawberry beside a vibrant purple morning glory flower, with a chain-link fence background.
The image depicts two cats lying in the grass, with one grey and one orange, in front of a wooden house, surrounded by trees and plants.
The image depicts a serene lake scene with a bridge spanning its width, surrounded by lush trees and mountains in the background under a cloudy sky.
The image shows two people taking a selfie in a wooden gazebo with a glass roof, both smiling and looking at the camera.
The image shows a man in front of a blue and white boat on a dock, wearing a black hat and sunglasses, with trees in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of a lake or ocean with people swimming and sunbathing on the shore, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky. The atmosphere is relaxed and peaceful.

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