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HOUSESITTING from 4th to 19th October (mainly caring for two cats and a dog, looking after chickens and collecting eggs and watering tasks). General workaway volunteering before and after this time also welcome.
General workaway from 19th October until beginning December. We do our olive harvest towards the end of November.
Are you fit, strong and enthusiastic? Do you like the outdoors? We like to think that the people who come to visit us can learn something about off-grid living and organic methods of farming/horticulture in a beautiful, relaxing setting in our little corner of the Alpujarra.
We are a couple who took early retirement from education. We live in a beautiful setting 3km above the town of Orgiva in the Alpujarras. We built, with the help of local Spanish builders, our house, with pool, and now need help with our 69 organic acres. We enjoy walking, listening to music, reading, sewing, the odd outing and more recently our new granddaughter!
There are olive, almond, vines and various fruit trees to tend, land to be cleared, wood to be gathered and sorted, fruit and vegetables to be grown and animals such as chickens, turkeys, dogs and cats to be cared for. Sometimes we have an orphan lamb or two to be bottle fed. We are almost self-sufficient. There are various projects on the go and things to do around the house. We are completely off-grid but comfortable none-the-less.
If you arrive in your own vehicle please appreciate that we live 2km up a dirt track.
Non-smokers preferred.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are Brits living in Spain. We have friends of different nationalities. Depending on when you come you can learn about organic gardening/farming, olives, animal care. There is always some project on the go.
Help
You need to be fit, strong, willing and reliable. Between May and October, because of the heat we start early and continue in the late afternoon/evening. We can provide hats and strong gloves. You need suitable foot wear.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
There is a self contained unit (with washing machine, fridge and microwave)downstairs with own terrace overlooking the Sierra Lujar. We provide mid-morning coffee/tea and toast and and main meal at lunchtime with you. You will need to cater for yourself in the evenings. We have good WiFi.
What else ...
Orgiva is a good sized town with many bars, restaurants and a sports centre. It is 30 minutes from the coast and an hour to Granada. There are regular bus services in either direction. Granada has a train station also. Malaga is the main airport with good bus links to Orgiva via Granada. There is a ski resort in the Sierra Nevada mountains just above Granada. There are many beautiful walks. Our aim is to restore our land to its former glory. If you have a farming or horticultural background we may be of particular interest to you.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Up to VW Transporter size. Parking space near to accommodation.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours per day 5 days a week
Host ref number: 543286579326
Feedback (35)
22 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadine)
Nadine was a joy to have here. She experienced our cortijo with 3 others helping with our bumper olive harvest and tasks in the vegetable garden and around the place.
(Excellent
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5 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nadine) for host
We really enjoyed our workaway with Karen and Steve! They were so incredibly welcoming and nice people to be around with. I was able to bring my friend and they had another friend of mine coming later to help with the olive harvest. Everything was lovely and they took such good care of us. From breakfast with a variety of homemade jams to… read more
29 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Natalie & Jamie) for host
Karen and Steve were incredible hosts - thoughtful, organised and nice!
We worked from 8:30am until 10, when we had a half an hour toast and coffee stop. Then we worked until 2pm, when we had lunch with Karen, Steve and Nick.
Karen is an amazing chef, and was able to cater lunches for vegetarian/gluten free (thank you!).
We did a range of… read more
We worked from 8:30am until 10, when we had a half an hour toast and coffee stop. Then we worked until 2pm, when we had lunch with Karen, Steve and Nick.
Karen is an amazing chef, and was able to cater lunches for vegetarian/gluten free (thank you!).
We did a range of… read more
11 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie & Jamie)
Nat and Jamie were excellent workaway volunteers. They enthusiastically carried out tasks we set them and learned new skills. Steve is very grateful for them getting the wood out of the barranco and Karen's tomatoes are happily growing up the canes. Our cats, Marmalade and Ginger, wheedled their way into Jamie's heart and dog Lucy loved them both.
(Excellent
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15 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Anzhela & Madonna)
Anzhela and Madonna, two sisters from Germany. Lovely girls. Completed every task we gave them without complaint and always with a smile. The weather was hot and some of the tasks tough and dirty. We are always lucky with our workawayers and these two were no exception.
(Excellent
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13 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anzhela & Madonna) for host
This was our first workaway-experience and it couldn't be better. We felt from the very first moment very welcome especially when Lucy the dog runned very excited toward us.
Karen and Steve are very kind, fair and lovely hosts with a big heart. They know a lot and are willing to teach you. Karen explained us a lot during gardening and was not even… read more
Karen and Steve are very kind, fair and lovely hosts with a big heart. They know a lot and are willing to teach you. Karen explained us a lot during gardening and was not even… read more
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22 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadine)
Nadine was a joy to have here. She experienced our cortijo with 3 others helping with our bumper olive harvest and tasks in the vegetable garden and around the place.
(Excellent
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5 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nadine) for host
We really enjoyed our workaway with Karen and Steve! They were so incredibly welcoming and nice people to be around with. I was able to bring my friend and they had another friend of mine coming later to help with the olive harvest. Everything was lovely and they took such good care of us. From breakfast with a variety of homemade jams to… read more
29 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Natalie & Jamie) for host
Karen and Steve were incredible hosts - thoughtful, organised and nice!
We worked from 8:30am until 10, when we had a half an hour toast and coffee stop. Then we worked until 2pm, when we had lunch with Karen, Steve and Nick.
Karen is an amazing chef, and was able to cater lunches for vegetarian/gluten free (thank you!).
We did a range of… read more
We worked from 8:30am until 10, when we had a half an hour toast and coffee stop. Then we worked until 2pm, when we had lunch with Karen, Steve and Nick.
Karen is an amazing chef, and was able to cater lunches for vegetarian/gluten free (thank you!).
We did a range of… read more
11 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie & Jamie)
Nat and Jamie were excellent workaway volunteers. They enthusiastically carried out tasks we set them and learned new skills. Steve is very grateful for them getting the wood out of the barranco and Karen's tomatoes are happily growing up the canes. Our cats, Marmalade and Ginger, wheedled their way into Jamie's heart and dog Lucy loved them both.
(Excellent
)
15 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Anzhela & Madonna)
Anzhela and Madonna, two sisters from Germany. Lovely girls. Completed every task we gave them without complaint and always with a smile. The weather was hot and some of the tasks tough and dirty. We are always lucky with our workawayers and these two were no exception.
(Excellent
)
13 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anzhela & Madonna) for host
This was our first workaway-experience and it couldn't be better. We felt from the very first moment very welcome especially when Lucy the dog runned very excited toward us.
Karen and Steve are very kind, fair and lovely hosts with a big heart. They know a lot and are willing to teach you. Karen explained us a lot during gardening and was not even… read more
Karen and Steve are very kind, fair and lovely hosts with a big heart. They know a lot and are willing to teach you. Karen explained us a lot during gardening and was not even… read more
18 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie & Valerie)
We loved hosting Vali and Sophie. They helped out with various tasks. They worked hard individually and as part of a team. They also had one particular project that resulted in the transformation of one particular little garden by the house. At one point they were sharing the accommodation with two other girls. They all got on extremely well with… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sophie & Valerie) for host
We are so thankful, that this was our first Workaway-Experience ! Everything was perfect, we had a huge space for ourselves, the garden and the house were absolutely wonderful, breakfast and lunch was always delicious, and the animals were lovely too.
During our work we were able to learn a lot about gardening and natur.
Thanks for all of that… read more
During our work we were able to learn a lot about gardening and natur.
Thanks for all of that… read more
18 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire-Marie)
Claire joined us fairly last minute and stayed for 3 weeks. At one point there were 4 lovely girls sharing the accommodation and Claire got on well with the others. She completed all tasks she was given well whether individually or as part of a team and showed initiative. Claire always had a smile on her face. She would be very welcome if she… read more
(Excellent
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15 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Claire-Marie) for host
This has been 3 weeks exceptional with Karen, Steeve their son and all the big family of pets! Karen and Steeve are lovely people that welcome you into their life and always have something to teach or share.
Regarding the work, Karen'schedule is very clear and she makes us change tasks regularly from pruning Olive trees, to building bamboo… read more
Regarding the work, Karen'schedule is very clear and she makes us change tasks regularly from pruning Olive trees, to building bamboo… read more
10 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Matthijs) for host
Staying at the place is a wonderful experience. Not only for the beautiful surroundings. Also it's very insightful because Karen and Steve are always eager to explain things. In addition, they do not allow themselves to be swayed by external circumstances and continue to joke around.
10 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthijs)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Matt staying with us to help on our olive farm. He participated in many varied activities and in particular helped us harvest 1.5 tonnes of olives. Strong, enthusiastic and a quick learner. He helped Steve at the mill and we now have some delicious oil for the coming year. He got on well with our other workawayers. We… read more
(Excellent
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10 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Vincent)
Vincent was with us for a month and completed many different tasks. He planted all our onions and garlic and we will keep him updated with photos as they progress. He enjoyed using my "Alligator" to cut up a load of small wood. We had interesting discussions. He got on well with the other workawayers. Vincent was good company.
(Excellent
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31 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Loek)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Loek with us for 2 weeks. There was plenty to be done in the vegetable garden and she listened carefully to instructions but was also able to use her initiative. She learned how to bottle feed the new orphan lambs. Loek was happy and chatty and got on well with our other Workawayer. Enjoy your future adventures.
(Excellent
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29 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Loek) for host
I stayed two weeks with Karen and Steve and I had the best time! They are so welcoming and their land is beautiful. I worked in the garden, fed the lambs and planted different sorts of vegetables. Lucy, Marmelade and Ginger are the sweetest cats and dog and they all like to be cuddled :). I can't thank Karen and Steve enough for my experience. I… read more
25 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (AnitaRich16)
We were so lucky to have Richard and Anita apply to house sit for us as they were brilliant. They communicated well before they arrived and while we were away to set our minds at rest that all was well at home. They followed the instructions we left to the letter. The dog and cats loved them. We thoroughly recommend them.
(Excellent
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22 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (AnitaRich16) for host
Just back from a 2 week house sit for Karen & Steve in October 2021 and had a fabulous time. Amazing location with great apartment and pool. Loved looking after dog Lucy, cats Marmalade and Ginger, chickens and watering plants and vegetables. Karen was lovely and gave a good induction to what was expected with written maps and timetable which… read more
25 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Noah)
We were very happy with Noah. He was with us for 3 weeks, was delightful company and showed tremendous enthusiasm for every task he was given. Strong and hardworking. The vegetable garden is now in full production and looking great now the new dividing beams are in place. Without Noah we wouldn't have got the new animal house finished. He and our… read more
(Excellent
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9 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Noah) for host
I spent three weeks with Karen and Steve and enjoyed my stay with them very much! In those three weeks they showed and explained me a lot different things, which I didn´t knew before. Together with Karen I was weeding in the garden and doing some planting. With Steve and Arsenia (the builder) I started building a sheep house. It was a lot of fun… read more
8 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Dan and Juliana were will us for over a month and helped us with so many different tasks. The vegetable garden is doing wonderfully well and construction projects are well under way now. They are a lovely couple. We even shared birthdays while they were here. We are pleased that we could give them such a positive first workaway experience.
(Excellent
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8 Apr 2020
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
Our first experience of workaway was with Karen and Steve and we were so fortunate for them to accept us both as workawayers. We were given our own space to live and a structured work schedule. We both knew where we stood in regards to expectations and when we could relax. We were talked through every task and we both feel we helped them and also… read more
15 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Keathley)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Keathley to stay with us helping out on our farm. She carried out every task we gave her with enthusiasm. She fitted in well with our routine and the cats and dog loved her. The 4 weeks flew by! We are glad you got back to the US safely and hope that your hike in the Rockies is successful. Good luck in all your future… read more
(Excellent
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14 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Keathley) for host
I spent four weeks with Karen and Steve on their farm and had an incredible time. It was my first workaway experience and definitely set the bar high for future workaways. Karen and Steve are so kind and welcoming, and I felt right at home the moment I arrived. The accommodation was very comfortable and clean--I stayed in the guest bedroom and had… read more
17 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ayoub)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Ayoub here with us. He gave his all. He helped with clearing around olive trees, weeding in the vegetable garden and, most importantly at this time of year, helping to harvest our olives. He was eager to improve his English and learn about our life in Spain. One day you will return we are sure!
(Excellent
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16 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ayoub) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and I didn´t expect such an amazing adventure ... Karen and steve are really friendly open mind kind and really funny. Moreover, Karen cooking is impressing, in fact, she provides always a delicious lunch and some bread with self-made marmalade for breakfast...I think the amount of help to housing/food is… read more
9 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth)
Lizzie was a delight to have around the place. She took to the tasks we gave her with ease and the animals loved her. She is easy going and fun. We felt very happy to trust her with looking after our Cortijo when we had to return to the UK for 3 days. This involved feeding and walking our two dogs (one of whom is old and blind). We also have two… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth) for host
Karen and Steve are amazing hosts and very nice people! Their house and the peaceful surrounding location with mountains in the background is such a dream and right from the get go I felt very at home as they make you feel like one of the family. They also have 2 very lovely dogs crazy Lucy and Poppy, and 2 cuddly cats Ginger and Marmalade.
I… read more
I… read more
18 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie, you were a delightful Workawayer. You always had a big smile on your face. You worked so hard and got on with everyone. We loved having you here and hope one day you might return to visit us.
(Excellent
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17 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I had an amazing first workaway experience with Karen and Steve. They made me feel welcome right away and I also fell in love instantly with the stunning nature that surrounds their property. Karen and Steve are really nice people, open-minded and fun! :) They have got two cute dogs and two cats that keep an eye on you while you are working :D
The… read more
The… read more
17 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Max)
Thank you Max. Those 3 weeks flew by. You, like all our Workawayers, made a real difference. What a lot of different tasks! Enjoy your subsequent travels and good luck with the remainder of your Agricultural Sciences degree. We hope we will see you again one day.
(Excellent
)
16 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Max) for host
I had the pleasure to stay at Karen and Steve's place for 3 weeks during January/February. This was my third workaway and I have to say, never had more caring and warm hosts! The work was fair and well-organised. My tasks were: clearing olive groves, collecting pine cones, cleaning the farm, building up a reg, chopping wood, clearing around the… read more
7 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
The three weeks we had Emma here flew by. She helped with lots of different activities and always carried them out well with a smile on her face. An absolute delight to have around the place. She also got on very well with other Workawayers. We hope to see her again one day.
(Excellent
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3 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I had the most wonderful time at this place. I stayed for three weeks in January with Karen and Steve, who are such kind, smart, funny, openminded and warm people and made me feel like home the whole time. The work was mostly weeding, carrring wood and chopping, which was partly hard but I got used to it and really enjoyed the physical work… read more
18 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Dóra)
We loved having Dóri here with us. She is a very cheery, happy person. She helped out in many different ways including helping make green tomato chutney! She gets on well with everyone. Best wishes for the future.
(Excellent
)
7 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Dóra) for host
I spent two weeks at Karen and Steve's house in the beginning of November. They were perfect hosts, made me feel home from the very beginning. I worked mostly in the garden, did some weeding, planted onions and garlic and prepared the olive trees for the harvest. The work wasn't hard and I enjoyed it a lot. The view is amazing and I was treated… read more
9 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Milan)
Milan came to stay with us to help with harvesting our olives in December. We had unseasonal warm weather so he was able to enjoy the work without getting frozen as we have done in previous years. He also helped with other tasks around the place, gathering logs being particularly challenging. He enjoyed his hike up Mulhacen on a day off and… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Milan) for host
Karen and Steve were great hosts for my first time as a "Workawayer". I spend two weeks in the beginning of december at their farm up the hill near Orgíva doing work as pruning, cleaning the grounds from weeds, wood chopping, and the olive-harvest. Work itself was ok, nothing to hard but you will get surely sweaty in the sun. Just do what they say… read more
18 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie)
We loved having Lucie here. She threw herself into every task she was given wearing that bight blue coverall to protect her against the spiders. The dogs and cats loved her and miss her. If you fancy coming back with a small group of friends like we talked about you would be very welcome. Good luck with your studies Lucie and future adventures.
(Excellent
)
17 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lucie) for host
I spend 10 days at Karen and Steve’s house. It was my first workaway experience and I’m glad it was with them.
First of all I want to thank them because I ask them 3 days before coming and they accepted me at the last minute. Before I came they have been really reassuring and reliable, you can definitely trust them!
There are such a nice,… read more
First of all I want to thank them because I ask them 3 days before coming and they accepted me at the last minute. Before I came they have been really reassuring and reliable, you can definitely trust them!
There are such a nice,… read more
13 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Yurina) for host
I stayed Karen&Steve’s farmhouse for two weeks in May. I never imagined it would be such a blast! They gave me different jobs every day and mainly what I’d done was weeding, planting vegetables, cleaning outside the house, sorting firewoods, feeding animals a bit, and going for a walk with their dogs. Also they took me to some local markets and… read more
13 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Yurina)
Yurina came for two weeks and over that time helped to make a difference to the state of our vegetable garden amongst other things. It was lovely to have our first Japanese girl staying and we were able to share many cultural differences. Our dogs,Poppy and Lucy, particularly, miss you. We hope that you enjoy the rest of your time Workawayering in… read more
(Excellent
)
13 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna was with us for a very short time but was very helpful and was an absolute delight to have around. Thank you for choosing us Anna and we hope you will return one day.
(Excellent
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7 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Karen and Steve, thank you so much for having me at the farm! My experience was short but I had a great and very significant time. Karen and Steve are a beautiful, caring and aware couple which makes the guests feel very welcomed. Karens food is just divine and it comes fresh from the garden. Steve is a great person to talk about ideas and life, I… read more
20 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sira) for host
Lukas and I stayed at Karen and Steves Home for 5 weeks. It is a amazing area where they live. They are very kind and helped us directly when we needed something. The work was intereesting and we had a lot of different tasks. The animals are lovely and a pleasure to have around.
It was a great time. Thank you
Hope to see you again
Lukas and Sira
It was a great time. Thank you
Hope to see you again
Lukas and Sira
19 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sira)
Sira and Lukas were with us for 5 weeks. Those weeks flew by. They helped us with many tasks finishing with our most successful olive harvest yet. They were extremely conscientious and thorough. We loved having them around as did the dogs and cats.
(Excellent
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19 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Callum & Celia)
Callum and Celia were delightful company and excellent workers. Thank you for all the help you gave us when you came to our little part of the Alpujarras.
(Excellent
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12 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Callum & Celia) for host
Karen and Steve were fantastic hosts. They were very kind taking us into town and meeting the locals, and Karen prepared really nice vegan food for us. Working in the heat was great because you knew there was a pool waiting for you :) They have two dogs and two cats who will follow you around and supervise your work.
All the best,
Célia and… read more
All the best,
Célia and… read more
10 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Irena)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(No show)
16 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (carolstoffel)
It was a delight to have Caroline staying with us. She helped down in the vegetable garden clearing weeds and sowing seeds. She picked lots of almonds (with Lucy and Poppy's help!) ; and figs which we later turned into jam. It was interesting to find out about the region of Brazil she lived in. Wishing you happy times on your travels around Europe… read more
(Excellent
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12 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (carolstoffel) for host
I stay with Karen and Steve for just one week, but it was a memorable time... They are a lovely couple, both Karen and Steve are sweet, educated, intelligent, patient, with a gorgeous heart. The place is really wonderful with awesome views. It's a good work, they are comprehensible and they won't explore you :)
They have two lovely dogs, Lucy and… read more
They have two lovely dogs, Lucy and… read more
11 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mads)
Thank you for coming and helping us. You worked hard and were excellent company. We wish you all with all your future adventures Mads.
(Excellent
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9 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mads) for host
I helped with the olive harvest for 10 days and can certainly recommend this place! Karen and Steve are amazing hosts, who make you feel comfortable in their home, and I think the amount of help to housing/food is very fair. The cortijo is situated on a mountain side with view to Sierra Nevada at one side, and Orgiva down in the valley at the… read more
2 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tarabelle)
Tara (and Gabriel) joined us for the olive harvest when we had been let down at the last minute by 3 American girls. What luck because they were sensible, hard working and delightful company. Thanks for all your help during your 3 weeks with us and good luck with future workaways.
(Excellent
)
27 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Tarabelle) for host
Karen and Steve are intelligent and friendly. Karen gives clear instructions, then leaves you to it. We spent a week preparing the olive trees before helping them with a record breaking harvest! We stayed for 3 weeks. It was labor intensive, but I enjoyed the challenge and experience of making olive oil start to finish. If you are seeking a place… read more
3 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Thank you for your kind words. We are glad we were able to give you such an enjoyable and worthwhile experience. We were impressed with your work ethic and you were a lovely person to have around. Best wishes.
(Excellent
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2 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I spent about two weeks with Karen and Steve and the beginning of my workaway time in Andalusia could not have been better. They are very welcoming, warm, and make sure that you have everything you need to feel comfortable. I really enjoyed the morning breaks sitting on the beautiful terrace with good coffee and excellent jams as well as the… read more
24 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
We loved having Maria here helping us. She was our first Italian and delightful. She worked hard to complete all the tasks we gave her.
(Excellent
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22 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
It was my first experience abroad alone and i was a little bit scared, but from the time i arrived Karen and Steve made me feel like i was home. I spent two weeks there.
I suggest this place to the ones who like to work outdoor and who love nature.
The requested tasks are simple like digging, collecting wood, planting ecc... .
The food is… read more
I suggest this place to the ones who like to work outdoor and who love nature.
The requested tasks are simple like digging, collecting wood, planting ecc... .
The food is… read more
20 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
Thank you Hannah, Maddy and Naomi. We enjoyed having you to stay. You worked hard at every task we gave you and are happy that you learned something about olives by coming here. The dogs and cats loved you and we definitely miss having you around. Hoping that you are having fun in Granada and that you have a wonderful Christmas in Sevilla with… read more
(Excellent
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20 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
My two friends and I spent a little less than three weeks here. It was our first workaway experience and it couldn't have been better. The accommodation was excellent, Karen's cooking was delicious, and the hours were very reasonable. We were there for the olive harvest and Karen & Steve made sure we learned about the whole process, even bringing… read more
22 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kayla & Nicholas)
Kayla and Nick became part of our family. They helped pick olives and prune. They tackled each task we gave them with enthusiasm and in the dark evenings they joined us watching the Wire! We had fantastic weather while they were here and even though the water in the pool was a bit nippy Kayla made the most of a sunbed by it after lunch most days!… read more
(Excellent
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5 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Kayla & Nicholas) for host
We spent all of January here with Karen and Steve and miss it already! Even during the coldest part of the year, the weather was beautiful in addition to their house and the surrounding mountains! Our accommodation was superb, with a floor to ourselves, and Karen and Steve made us feel right at home. We always had a lot of free time which was nice… read more
22 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Tina)
We weren't intending to have anybody here this summer because of the heat but by the middle of August we had so much fruit to pick we needed help. We put out a desperate plea on Workaway and Tina replied. She was brilliant. The dogs and cats loved her. When she wasn't working she was studying her Spanish or walking our land. We thoroughly enjoyed… read more
(Excellent
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22 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host
I was lucky to get to know Karen, Steve and their beautiful place and enjoyed my time there a lot. Right away I felt at home and as a part of the family and I loved the various tasks with which I could help them out. The meals were delicious, the guest room very pretty and comfortable and Karen and Steve were wonderful hosts. Thanks a lot and hope… read more
29 Jan 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria & Janar)
Maria and Janar worked so hard while with us. They helped us do our very first olive harvest. It was very cold at times but they never complained. Every task was completed to perfection. They made us some delicious gingerbread to her grandmother's recipe just before Christmas. We told them they would be welcome to come back and they are with us… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Maria & Janar) for host
We spent great three weeks in Steve and Karen's beautiful home which is in our opinion located in one of the most amazing places in Spain. We worked hard, learned a lot during our stay and enjoyed completing the tasks we were given. We got to discover a lot of wonderful places in the region in our free time. All in all, everything was great and we… read more
24 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Karolina)
Karolina was part of the family. She worked hard at any task we gave her and made a difference. We couldn't believe that she also ran up all those mountains. We do hope that you change your rule for us.
(Excellent
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24 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Karolina) for host
I just felt in love with this place, they were so nice to me and take me not just a helper but almost a member of family. If i do not have rule, that i never go on one place twice, i will definitely come again. Than for all
24 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Claudia and Caroline were brilliant. They worked so hard and were excellent company. We would happily have either or both to stay again.
(Excellent
)
21 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
Steve and Karen's absolutely blew my sister and I away. They were such gracious, supportive, and friendly hosts, with a wealth of knowledge about campo living in Spain. We learned so much, worked so hard, ate so well thanks to Karen's delicious cooking, and went to bed smiling every night. Thanks so much for everything!
2 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel & Seth)
Gabe and Seth were our first helpers and were perfect in every way. They put in the hours and despite the heat completed some taxing tasks on the land. We were pleased to have them help out with household tasks as well. The grape vines are sprouting, vegetables growing like mad and they really made a difference in the orchard. Thanks. Hope to see… read more
(Excellent
)
2 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Gabriel & Seth) for host
Steve and Karen were fantastic hosts.
We worked about 20 hours a week (4 a day) doing work on the land, and received comfortable accommodation in the caravan and delicious meals daily. For us, this seemed very fair.
We also had a good time with Steve, Karen and their son Nick, they are all really nice people, and easy to get along with. The… read more
We worked about 20 hours a week (4 a day) doing work on the land, and received comfortable accommodation in the caravan and delicious meals daily. For us, this seemed very fair.
We also had a good time with Steve, Karen and their son Nick, they are all really nice people, and easy to get along with. The… read more
