A little piece of heaven in Darby, USA

United States

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17/01/2022
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2022

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My name is Shawna... I Love living in Darby, Montana. I have 2 grown Boys and a wonderful Daughter In Law and a PROUD New Grandma to a little Barrett. I enjoy people and learning about other couture's and sharing the great outdoors with people. Depending on the time of year, I always have different projects around the garden, yard, and house. I enjoy Fly Fishing, Kayaking, Paddle Boarding, Gardening, Hiking and everything that pertains to the great outdoors!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You could learn a lot about planting and caring for a garden, canning and preserving food from the garden and the daily maintenance of weeding and watering. Making Jam, Jelly, Drying Herbs, Harvesting and Soap Making are just a few of the things. You'll need to be accountable and self-motivated. Depending on the time of year...I may have special building projects around the yard building and adding to the outdoor space. Never a dull moment but also time for you to relax and enjoy! I have 2 Kayaks and 2 Paddle Boards that are always fun to take out on a nice warm summer day!
Projects involving children
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Help
Darby Montana is a beautiful little rural town. I live in town so everything is within walking assistance. With a 50x50 garden and big yard. Looking for help in the garden, yard, help in the house, cooking and general maintenance help. Always things around like... painting, building, chopping firewood and depending on the time of year there could be some help with projects.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
A lovely Garden Cottage with a complete little kitchen, 2 double beds, sofa, chair and a lovely front porch to relax. The cottage is fully equipped with Keurig Coffee Pot, Microwave, Oven, Stove, Small Fridge, and Hot water. This is only available May-September due to weather and has an outdoor outhouse, shower, and sink. (Prefer 1 person but if 2 comes it's ok you'd be sharing the cottage. If this is being rented....You'll have accommodations in 1 of the 2 Tipis.
What else ...
The BitterRoot Valley is an amazing place to Hike, Walk, Relax, Bike, Fish, Natural Hot Springs, Lake Como is such a pretty Lake to Swim is only 12 miles away. ( I have 2 Kayaks and 2 Paddle Boards) To work and enjoy time spent in the beautiful outdoors. There are several little shops and local small Micro-Brewery in Darby. No Drugs Please:).
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
I have plenty of free parking…
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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06/08/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Tiffany)

Oh my goodness… I sure miss Tiffany already! We had so much fun and she was such a delight to visit with and fit right in to doing anything and everything that I ask her. She helped me in my garden and was very good help and she also help me decorate one of my Airbnb’s and we painted and stained a concrete floor… She is quite a good painter! She… read more

(Excellent )

06/08/2021

Left by Workawayer (Tiffany) for host

I was fortunate enough to spend two delightful weeks with Shawna in the quaint town of Darby, and it was an amazing first Workaway experience. I was nervous to travel solo so far away from home, but Shawna's communication and cheerful voice over the phone immediately made me feel welcome.

Shawna is an exceptional host- so much energy and always… read more

(Excellent )

17/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (BOJANA)

Miss BoJana ...Was such a Joy! She was so full of happiness and kindness... she was a very hard worker and more willing to do anything that I had ask her to do. Bojana was really like having family around and helped out wherever was needed. She is a very good cook and does some fancy stuff with knives ! Lol.
I enjoyed working with BoJana in the… read more

(Excellent )

17/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (BOJANA) for host

Staying with Shawna was beyond amazing. She is a person that will open her home and her heart. I learn so a lot from her...the way she organizes everyday work, runs her business and know how to have a fun time. Everything that she does is with her heart and joy. Staying with her was like staying with someone that is really close to you.
And the… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Miriam & Tiffany) for host

It will be so challenging to express how AMAZING Shawna was without also mentioning how amazing the tiny town of Darby was! Quite frankly it's hard to separate the two. Shawna takes as much pride in her sweet little town as she does in her work ethic and her role as host. For a town that does not boast a single traffic light, our nearly two months… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam & Tiffany)

Tiffany and Miriam were AMAZING....Mother and Daughter duo team that was just the best Experience!
Mom... Tiffany is Smart , kind, witty, funny and has a soft spot for helping others in need ...she has a good attitude and is a hard worker! Miriam is quiet, shy, smart, always thinking, tomboy and strong!
So....let’s just say each one is amazing… read more

(Excellent )

18/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Lara)

Miss Lara was a true delight!!!! she was smart funny kind easy to have around we worked hard and we played hard… Laura and I kept each other on path with regards to eating healthy and living a healthy lifestyle ! Having Laura around was just like having a sister around she’s truly a remarkable person and has so many wonderful qualities !

(Excellent )

04/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Viktoria & Andrey)

My time with Victoria was a delight! She is very happy to learn new things and delighted to experience other ways of life . She was positive and easy to be around. Victoria and I worked in the garden together and had a great time chatting about life.
Victoria mentioned she is writing a book with regards to her experience at work away and she is… read more

(Excellent )

14/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Viktoria & Andrey) for host

I’ve spent 2 unforgettable weeks with Shawna. You’d be so lucky to get an invitation from here! She is such a kind person, she’ll take care of you like your own mother. She is very vivid and optimistic person! She is interesting to work and to rest with. Shawna is a perfectly organized person: she plans your work day in a way that you won’t get… read more

(Excellent )

20/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna)

Ohhhh... Sweet Johanna!!! Was an absolute delight in everyday! The things that come to mind when I think of Johanna is Smart, Kind, Easy to talk with, Fast Learner, Hard Worker and such a EASY to have around!
Whether it be painting a room, cleaning the house, cooking, cross country skiing, hiking in the snow, fly fishing or playing… read more

(Excellent )

08/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Johanna) for host

It’s gonna be hard to describe how unique and wonderful my Montana trip was thanks to Shawna... From day one I understood how genuine, open minded, tolerant, funny and caring Shawna was. She has one of the most positive vibes I ever felt !
We spent 2 weeks together and there was a very good balance between work (arrangement in the house,… read more

(Excellent )

27/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Neta)

Let’s see... Where do I start?
Let me just say.... If you EVER have the chance to meet Neta or are lucky enough to work with Neta or even spend the day with Neta.... YOU would be so fortunate one!
Neta came to help out around the place in Darby for a short time and I was in awe of his work ethic, fast smart decision making and just overall… read more

(Excellent )

27/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)

It’s taken me awhile to finally take the time to write this review for Nicholas. Let me just say.... WOW! I could have adopted him into the family!
What a treat! Nicholas was so Smart, Kind, Funny, Hard Working, Talented and I could go on and on......Let me just say that if you are ever Lucky enough to host him you should jump at the chance. He… read more

(Excellent )

15/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Nicolas) for host

It was such an awesome experience to stay at Shawna's and Michel's place.... I just loved it.

I spent two and a half week at their place and i just enjoyed every single minute. I went Flyfishing almost every day... Michel and Shawna are great fisherman, they tought me alot...

Shawna is a very fair Host, she will not make you do suffer and if… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)

What a delight to have Eva around! We worked hard and played hard! Eva cooked some great things and we had a lot to visit about!
We played Tennis, enjoyed Beer at Darby's Brewery! After Eva left I didn't have a weed in my place.
It was a treat to have Eva join us! Also... she's a great juggling Teacher!
Shawna

(Excellent )

29/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host

Shawna is a amazing woman, Ive spent two weeks with her. To work for her wasnt hard, we had a lot to speak about... She is also great cook, so I felt sometimes like to be with my mum or grandmum. She tought me how to flyfish, we played tennis in general we've spent a lot of time together. Great experience!

(Excellent )

22/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Kelsey)

Wow.... I am the lucky one!!!! I feel so Blessed to have gotten to spend time with Kelsey and Lauren! 2 Amazing , Talented, Hard Working gals that I Loved having around! They were like instant family to me.
It was great to have conversations with them about Life...They were both hard workers and took pride in what they did.
Today was a sad day… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kelsey) for host

My friend and I came at the beginning of August and stayed for close to 3 weeks! Shawna is super upbeat and adorable. She is an inspirational woman and is so fun to talk to. The town of Darby that she lives in was PERFECT for our last stop of the summer!!! It's small and peaceful with a river bank that's within walking distance and a GORGEOUS lake… read more

(Excellent )

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