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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
15 Dec 2025
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Description
Looking for a peaceful escape? I’m looking for a trustworthy, nature-loving couple to house-sit my small, cosy studio while I'm away.
The studio is tucked away in one of Ireland’s most stunning mountain landscapes — surrounded by nature, with a beautiful garden and plenty of quiet to enjoy. It’s a perfect spot for someone seeking calm, inspiration, or a break from the buzz of everything.
It is located just 40 minutes from town, but with family living nearby, you’ll have both tranquility and support close at hand. A car is necessary for the position.
I manage a rental property nearby and will need assistance with this. Then there’s the occasional light task around the place and a sweet dog who’ll need a walk now and then.
Ideally, I’m looking for someone who can stay for at least a month.
A bit about myself:
I’m Jen — an Irish-Dutch girl splitting my time between the Netherlands and Ireland. A few years ago, my brother and I returned to Ireland to renovate our family property tucked away in the mountains. With some help from friends and family, we put a lot of effort into bringing it back to life.
We started hosting on workaway, which was a great experience. We made lots of friends.
Looking forward to hear from you! :)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House and pet sitting
Interests
Self development
Culture
Vegetarian or vegan
Gardening
Photography
Plant care
Music
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Drawing & painting
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
Hiking
Mountain
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The area is rich with things to explore — from stunning natural landscapes and scenic hiking trails to charming nearby towns offering shops, cafes, and local culture.
Help
Helping with house-sitting, dog walking, general cleaning, light DIY, and gardening.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
A peaceful, cosy studio with a lovely garden space just for you.
A little more information
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.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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Thanks guys for all your help and we hope to meet again one day! x
Jen is a great host, we were so lucky to meet her before we took over! She's easy to communicate with and very appreciative. We felt super welcome. Jerry, who lives next to the cottage, is also great. He helped us out where needed and… read more
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Thanks guys for all your help and we hope to meet again one day! x
Jen is a great host, we were so lucky to meet her before we took over! She's easy to communicate with and very appreciative. We felt super welcome. Jerry, who lives next to the cottage, is also great. He helped us out where needed and… read more
She is independent and strong and sensitive and calm. She brought a lot of laughter to our home. From the moment she arrived.
Rachel stayed with us with one other workawayer, Marcus. We were so good… read more
I enjoyed her company and we bonded very well. At times she felt like a big sister.
We worked hard together and she built for me the most beautiful… read more
Marcus stayed with us for 2 months. He is a true British gentleman and I loved every second of his accent.
He has a heart made of sugar and a mind so lovely you could cry.
He worked his bum off and we laughed, I think, every 20 seconds.
I gained a few kg while Marcus was here because his food is just… read more
Nerea came to us to find some peace and I think the fresh air, the… read more
She is very mature for her age and she is so tough. Whatever you give her she can fix. We worked hard together and laughed harder. I will always hold Ax close to my heart. It's not often you come… read more
I finished my trip in Irlande in this beautiful place, I was supposed to stay a month but at the end I stayed 2 months haha ! This is the most lovely place to be, the minute i arrived in the house i felt at home, the house is beautiful with all the colours, the space, in the middle of the mountains...
Jen and… read more
We became good friends and had great laughs together.
He's very handy around the house and will try whatever he's asked.
He's the best cook and we love his POTATOES!
François was a great addition to our workaway family and I will always hold onto the… read more
The house is warm and Jen is a radiant person who made my stay a most qualitative one. 🌟
My work ranged from sanding to cleaning lampshades to cooking and gardening! A good balance that is not gruelling and… read more
Every time I hear 'concerning hobbits' I will think of you, sitting on the rocks… read more
The house is located in a wonderful place, quite remote but it doesn't mean that you are going to get bored, there is a lot to explore,… read more
If you need something done he'll get it done. Thanks to Pat we are all "professional" salsa dancers now. Thank you Pat for all your help and all the laughs! See you again one day!
The work is exactly what I would expect during such a workaway.
We did up the main living house by repainting walls and furniture,… read more
There is probably no other place in Ireland that could beat the Black Valley landscapewise. And the people just were great. Jen is an awesome host who really wants to make you feel at home. She would always drive us to Killarney for going out, we had great dancing sessions in the beautiful… read more
