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12 Dec 2024
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I am a visual artist living 45 minutes from Adelaide and 500mts from a BEAUTIFUL beach! I have three adult daughters, one who lives close by. I have a productive garden that always needs tending and of course using the produce and cooking. I have had a few workawayers and always enjoy trying a favourite dish from their culture.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
A beautiful, natural beach is a 5 minute walk away. There is a fantastic farmers market every Saturday in nearby Willunga. A supermarket is a 3 min drive away with a larger shopping centre just further down the road. Adelaide is 45 minutes away and the train is close by. McLaren Vale is famous for its many boutique wineries that are open for tastings. The whole Fleurieu area is very picturesque with many small towns to visit, National Parks for hiking and an hours drive to Cape Jervis to catch the ferry to Kangaroo Island.
Help
There will always be a few weeds in my fruit and vegetable garden, general housework. Cooking your favourite food can be a task too! I would also welcome Italians for language practise.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: 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
I have a two story house where I live upstairs. Workawayers stay downstairs where there is a bedroom an open living area and laundry with shower and toilet.
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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
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 513446163384
Feedback (12)
7 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas & Anaelle)
Lucas and Anaelle stayed for just over a week and slipped into a routine very quickly. Getting jobs done early and using down time to their best advantage. They are quiet and respectful young people. Thanks to you both!
(Excellent
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30 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Brooke & Jordyn) for host
My friend Jordyn and I had an amazing time with Eileen!! Got to help out with a nice variety of yard and house tasks, from weeding to cooking to restoring an old table, as well as lending a hand with a gorgeous art project of Eileen's! The work was always fun and varied, and Eileen was always good about time management of the work/tasks! Felt safe… read more
17 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Brooke & Jordyn)
It was a pleasure hosting Brooke and Jordyn. They stayed with me for a week and worked their way through my list of jobs, always with a smile and positive attitude. They used initiative and worked well together as well as separately. Well mannered and smart young women, I wish them well in their travels.
(Excellent
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17 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Caterina) for host
Even if I stayed with Eileen just a couple of days I really enjoyed this experience. Eileen is really kind, she managed to adapt the work for the few days I spent with her and she hosted me even if there where already other workawayers. The house has an amazing location, super close to Maslin Beach, a place where everyone can find peace guided by… read more
17 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Caterina)
Caterina was only with me for 3 days so I can't comment very much on skills but the few housekeeping jobs that were done were done well, I also practised speaking Italian.Caterina is polite, smart and quiet, needing to spend time alone as well as enjoying the company of the other workawayers that were staying at the same time.
(Excellent
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7 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas & Anaelle)
Lucas and Anaelle stayed for just over a week and slipped into a routine very quickly. Getting jobs done early and using down time to their best advantage. They are quiet and respectful young people. Thanks to you both!
(Excellent)
30 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Brooke & Jordyn) for host
My friend Jordyn and I had an amazing time with Eileen!! Got to help out with a nice variety of yard and house tasks, from weeding to cooking to restoring an old table, as well as lending a hand with a gorgeous art project of Eileen's! The work was always fun and varied, and Eileen was always good about time management of the work/tasks! Felt safe… read more
17 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Brooke & Jordyn)
It was a pleasure hosting Brooke and Jordyn. They stayed with me for a week and worked their way through my list of jobs, always with a smile and positive attitude. They used initiative and worked well together as well as separately. Well mannered and smart young women, I wish them well in their travels.
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Caterina) for host
Even if I stayed with Eileen just a couple of days I really enjoyed this experience. Eileen is really kind, she managed to adapt the work for the few days I spent with her and she hosted me even if there where already other workawayers. The house has an amazing location, super close to Maslin Beach, a place where everyone can find peace guided by… read more
17 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Caterina)
Caterina was only with me for 3 days so I can't comment very much on skills but the few housekeeping jobs that were done were done well, I also practised speaking Italian.Caterina is polite, smart and quiet, needing to spend time alone as well as enjoying the company of the other workawayers that were staying at the same time.
(Excellent)
16 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host
Despite our staying was a last minute call without any plan, Eileen welcomed us and made us feel at home from the very first moment we met. Spending time together was a lovely experience, she's kind, full of resources and interesting advices, and proactive. We can't explain how grateful we are for this opportunity, time and new friend. She's a… read more
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Aphra)
Aphra stayed with me for a week and she settled in to her first workaway experience quickly. She's a calm person who just went about the jobs with no fuss. Very sweet girl.
(Excellent)
20 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)
Sophia is a lovely young person with loads of enthusiasm. friendly, smart and ready to take on any task. She took full advantage of the great walks in the area and easily entertained herself reading in her down time. She settled in immediately with no fuss and was a joy to have around for the week, stepping up to do some puppy training at short… read more
(Excellent)
19 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
this was my second Workaway experience and it was just lovely! The area is stunning! the beach was really close and very nice! Eileen was very kind, generous and easy to talk to. She made me feel really welcome in her home and showed me around the area (even went out on a Friday night for some vine and live music which was great!)
the work was… read more
the work was… read more
8 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Joan)
Joan was a great workawayer. She is a friendly, interesting and interested person. She did all the tasks that were asked of her really well and even did more, using her initiative. Good company and conversation. I can recommend her to future hosts in this her year of travel and adventure. Thanks Joan and good luck to you! Eileen
(Excellent)
30 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Joan) for host
Eileen is the sweetest, most generous and helpfull host, doing her best to give you a great experience staying at her house. The tasks did fit my skills, and Eileen was always aware, that I had some time on my own.
Thank you for a nice week, good company and all your help.
Thank you for a nice week, good company and all your help.
28 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ciaran & Vanessa ) for host
Our stay with Eileen was short but sweet, Eileen was a wonderful host, & and we would strongly recommend Eileen as a host(and the location is amazing to boot). We did some painting & gardening, which we both found relaxing and enjoyable.
28 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gabrièle & Stéph) for host
Our experience at Eileen's Was just perfect. Our shores were easy and enjoyable (cleaning, cooking&gardening) so we had in off time to explore the area or just relax in her nice garden. Maslin's beach it's stunning (now one of our favourite places in Adelaide), perfect to walk, meditate, read, write or take a sun bath on warm days.
We are so glad… read more
We are so glad… read more
27 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabrièle & Stéph)
Gabi and Steph fitted in quickly and easily. They are a friendly and warm hearted couple eager to do a good job. Good luck with all your travels and new experiences! xx
(Excellent)
27 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Helena & Erik)
Erik stayed with me for 3 weeks and was a fantastic worker. He built a little vegetable garden from some timber off-cuts and it is full of veggies now! He is also a baker and cooked some nice bread. Erik was very easy to get along with and organised his own free time with lots of bike rides and swimming. A great example of fitness through the… read more
(Excellent)
6 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Helena & Erik) for host
Thanks to Eileen for being so generous about opening her house. The plan was to stay with her was two weeks but it ended up being tree. A nice house that is really close to the great beach where you could walk for hours. The work around the house was changing and not hard to manage. We cocked food together and changed recipes. Would Highly… read more
20 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rozenn)
Rozenn is a lovely young French girl who is super easy to get along with. Always willing to help out and give anything a try. She helped set up a website for me and did some gardening. She has a gentle and positive demeanor. After my stay she went to help on a camel trek so I guess I can describe her as adventurous! Merci Rozenn x
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rozenn) for host
Ah Maslin beach...I spent over one week there with Eileen and Harry, and I had such a great time. Thanks again for having me during this time I really discover a beautiful area and beautiful people ! I helped Eileen with some gardening, and some job around her artistic website - which was really fun to do. I came via her previous helper… read more
16 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Francesca)
Francesca stayed with me for nine days and she was an absolute delight! Such a bright and bubbly girl with a happy demeanor and optimistic outlook on life. Very mature for her age. She was willing to try any job and tackled any task with enthusiasm. When she wasn't working she was busy recording all her experiences here in Australia, getting some… read more
(Excellent)
11 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Francesca) for host
I really don't know where to start to describe how fantastic my workaway experience at Eileen's was! I spent here a bit more than a week and it exceeded all my expectations of my first workaway! She came and collected me at the airport and since then we started talking and we didn't stop until I had to say goodbye! Hahaha
I didn't feel as a… read more
I didn't feel as a… read more
29 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)
Ciao Simone! Are you still travelling? We enjoyed having you stay with us and share some stories about life in Torino. Simone worked well in all the jobs asked of him. He even used his engineering skills to draw up a design for me. He is respectful, clean and honest. Good luck Simone! :)
(Excellent)
6 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host
Great time in Eileen's lovely family's house! I spent there only one week and it was such a great time! I felt at home, I was free to use the bike or the surf board, and even rummage through the fridge! I did some different jobs, nothing too hard and the timeing was precisely counted. They kindly drive me to different events and shared their free… read more
22 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole & Jeff)
Thanks Nicole and Jeff! I enjoyed your company and all our discussions over dinner. We got a lot of work done and I was really pleased with the results. .....I can recommend Nicole and Jeff to other hosts, they are cheerful people who are lovely to have around and just get on with any job that's needed to be done.
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nicole & Jeff) for host
We, Nicole and Jeff, stayed with Eileen for a week and thoroughly enjoyed working with her ....... painting, gardening and cooking. She took us to the local markets and we loved Maslin Beach for a walk after work. Eileen was super lovely to be with and I hope we stay in touch.
3 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (DAVID & Finola )
David and Finola came to stay with me for one week and ended up staying three! We all got along well and there were plenty of jobs that I kept finding. David and Finola are both enthusiastic and energetic, they like to use their initiative and complete tasks to the best of their ability. They are also lovely, interesting people. I can highly… read more
(Excellent)
