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Nick is renovating a typically Spanish house in the small seaside village of La Herradura on the Costa Tropical and has a number of projects for workawayers with some experience in bricklaying, plastering, woodworking, tiling, kitchen installation, painting, metalworking.
Please be vegetarian, pescatarian or vegan as the house is (dead) meat-free.
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Lots of places to walk as well as lots of beach. 45 minute walk and/or regular buses into the local town Almuñécar.
Help
The house is in the village but a 10 minute walk down to the shops and beach where there are many restaurants.
Sorry but smokers will not be entertained!
No kids or pets please.
Help is 5 hours a day, 5 days a week but with a flexible schedule if desired.
Cooking/eating is flexible i.e.together/separately as agreed according to desire and schedules.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
German: Beginner
Accommodation
Bedroom in the house with private bathroom.
What else ...
La Herradura (as in Horseshoe) is a beautiful bay on Spain's south coast, one hour east of Malaga, and is part of the town of Almuñécar.
People who love the sea, the beach and sunshine will be very happy in this place.
It's a 10 minute walk down the hill to the beaches and the village where there are bars, restaurants and shops, including a supermarket.
There is a bus into the very pleasant town of Almuñécar, a short ride away, where there are shops for everything, loads of bars and an old town with typical Spanish qualities.
Wonderful walking and hiking.
If you play an orchestral instrument (i.e.classical) this is the place for you! There's a Grand Piano, Harpsichord and other insrtuments.
The house has wifi.
To go further afield (e.g. to the Alhambra) it's an easy bus to Granada from Almunecar or to the caves in Nerja.
Arrival is easy... Many buses stop in La Herradura otherwise it's Almuñecar from where yo'll be picked up.
The closest airport is Malaga, approx one hour away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 567187492563
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9 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sue & David)
Sue and David belong to a category of helpers we call GOLD STANDARD. Mature, intelligent, energetic, strong, and nothing is too much trouble! They have strong initiiative and need no supervision. They are well travelled and their calm, accepting disposition is testament to this. If you can bag these guys as helpers you're very lucky indeed. We… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sue & David) for host
We have enjoyed a very special Workaway experience with Kitty and Nick. Covid regulations in Spain meant that we got there 6 days earlier than planned so that we could house and cat sit and they could be at their new property (in a different municipality) before the new restrictions kicked in. We were extremely comfortable at Casa and Diego the… read more
10 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (BrunoyLaura)
Bruno and Laura were fantastic helpers, very reliable and hard-working, often working above and beyond the time necessary. In addition they are extremely sweet, positive and personable but in no way intrusive. We would not hesititate to have them again. They painted a large, dark wooden ceiling white - a nasty job which they did without complaint… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (BrunoyLaura) for host
We went to Kitty & Nick´s house for 10 days and we stay 3 beautiful weeks in their amazing sculture garden :)
They have a wonderfull and independent place to host voluntaries and with a incredible view to olives-mangos-
medlar-avocado montains and to the sea!
Kitty & Nick were very nice and wonderful hosts! They are always with a smile, a lovely… read more
They have a wonderfull and independent place to host voluntaries and with a incredible view to olives-mangos-
medlar-avocado montains and to the sea!
Kitty & Nick were very nice and wonderful hosts! They are always with a smile, a lovely… read more
31 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Graeme & Brenda) for host
We can only repeat what's already been said by previous workawayers. This place is amazing, the gardens and the many works of art and Kitty and Nick are wonderful hosts, always smiling and nothing was too much trouble for them to make our stay a memorable one. The jobs are varied and nothing is too hard it's just a matter of getting on with it and… read more
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9 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sue & David)
Sue and David belong to a category of helpers we call GOLD STANDARD. Mature, intelligent, energetic, strong, and nothing is too much trouble! They have strong initiiative and need no supervision. They are well travelled and their calm, accepting disposition is testament to this. If you can bag these guys as helpers you're very lucky indeed. We… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sue & David) for host
We have enjoyed a very special Workaway experience with Kitty and Nick. Covid regulations in Spain meant that we got there 6 days earlier than planned so that we could house and cat sit and they could be at their new property (in a different municipality) before the new restrictions kicked in. We were extremely comfortable at Casa and Diego the… read more
10 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (BrunoyLaura)
Bruno and Laura were fantastic helpers, very reliable and hard-working, often working above and beyond the time necessary. In addition they are extremely sweet, positive and personable but in no way intrusive. We would not hesititate to have them again. They painted a large, dark wooden ceiling white - a nasty job which they did without complaint… read more
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (BrunoyLaura) for host
We went to Kitty & Nick´s house for 10 days and we stay 3 beautiful weeks in their amazing sculture garden :)
They have a wonderfull and independent place to host voluntaries and with a incredible view to olives-mangos-
medlar-avocado montains and to the sea!
Kitty & Nick were very nice and wonderful hosts! They are always with a smile, a lovely… read more
They have a wonderfull and independent place to host voluntaries and with a incredible view to olives-mangos-
medlar-avocado montains and to the sea!
Kitty & Nick were very nice and wonderful hosts! They are always with a smile, a lovely… read more
31 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Graeme & Brenda) for host
We can only repeat what's already been said by previous workawayers. This place is amazing, the gardens and the many works of art and Kitty and Nick are wonderful hosts, always smiling and nothing was too much trouble for them to make our stay a memorable one. The jobs are varied and nothing is too hard it's just a matter of getting on with it and… read more
9 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marietta & Martin) for host
We spent 3 and a half weeks in the garden and it was wonderful!
They are really great hosts, they are flexible, reliable and they are always in good mood, literally.
We loved to work in the garden and we have learned a lot about Spain, sculpturing, time management and priorizing. We have also met a lot of interesting and valuable people and it was… read more
They are really great hosts, they are flexible, reliable and they are always in good mood, literally.
We loved to work in the garden and we have learned a lot about Spain, sculpturing, time management and priorizing. We have also met a lot of interesting and valuable people and it was… read more
26 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marina & Roman)
Marina and Roman were great volunteers, very enthusiastic and responsible. We recommend them for any kind of help as they were quick to learn and have a variety of skills between them.
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marina & Roman) for host
Wonderful experience! This place is truly AMAZING.
This isreally a good choice for nature and peace lover, we had enjoyed the garden so much.
We got pretty busy with the garden/open day management, so be prepared to work intensively with your body!
Kitty&Nick lovely couple!
This isreally a good choice for nature and peace lover, we had enjoyed the garden so much.
We got pretty busy with the garden/open day management, so be prepared to work intensively with your body!
Kitty&Nick lovely couple!
11 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Denise & Nigel)
Denise and Nigel were with us for two months. Their stay just confirmed to us how much more knowledgeable and experienced mature are helpers are. Denise and Nigel were incredibly energetic, highly effective and efficient and needed hardly any direction on what to do, how to do it and what tools and materials to use.
In addition, they are very… read more
In addition, they are very… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Denise & Nigel) for host
Kitty & Nick are an amazing couple we loved our time with them. This fabulous, spiritual and uplifting garden is simply fab. We loved the botanical gardens along with the sculptures and Kitty & Nicks company. They work hard as did we, we used our skills along with learning new ones to maintain and enhance this stunning property. Kitty & Nick gave… read more
30 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Veronika & Krystof) for host
Kitty and NIck are amazing couple that is a pleasure to stay and work with.We have spent wonderfull two months in their lovely sculpture garden and had a oportunity to learn a lot of new things while working there. We got into wood carving, mosaic making, ceramics etc. The work is very diverse and fun, the main job is to keep the garden clean,… read more
16 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anja & Tjaša)
Anja and Tjasa stayed with us a couple of months. Though they are very young, we were amazed at the maturity and dedication with which they tackled all the jobs we gave them. We felt for them sometimes, as our sculpture garden has mostly older visitors, and it is far to any place where young people can meet each other and do fun things. But they… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anja & Tjaša) for host
Dear Kitty and Nick,
It's been quite a while since we left your garden. It was really great experience, we had such a good time at your place. The Casita is very lovely with amaizing view in wich we enjoyed every morning. We loved your garden and we enjoyed working at it. We are really greateful, that you were our hosts because you both are very… read more
It's been quite a while since we left your garden. It was really great experience, we had such a good time at your place. The Casita is very lovely with amaizing view in wich we enjoyed every morning. We loved your garden and we enjoyed working at it. We are really greateful, that you were our hosts because you both are very… read more
12 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jeroen & Marleen) for host
Dear Kitty and Nick,
What can we say: we are back home in Holland but still our minds and memories are at your wonderful place! We enjoyed every moment of our stay not only because it is a special place to work, the astonishing surrounding landscape, the sculptures, the garden, your visitors and friends and your comfi casita which became of our… read more
What can we say: we are back home in Holland but still our minds and memories are at your wonderful place! We enjoyed every moment of our stay not only because it is a special place to work, the astonishing surrounding landscape, the sculptures, the garden, your visitors and friends and your comfi casita which became of our… read more
5 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mohamad)
Mohamad stayed with us for a month. He is a very young and inexperienced man, but he was keen to learn and tackled most tasks with enthusiasm. He was open to constructive criticism and did not mind being told what to do. At all times was he pleasant and easy to get on with.
His strength we felt, lie in the hospitality sector. He has impeccable… read more
His strength we felt, lie in the hospitality sector. He has impeccable… read more
(Very good)
4 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mohamad) for host
I stayed for a little over a month at Kitty and Nick's place with my friend, and I can say that I feel very lucky that I have had the opportunity to stay in this beautiful and magical place. The landscape and views are spectacular, the garden is endlessly beautiful, the accomodation is great and everything is nice and quiet, with lots of… read more
6 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Adna & Adi)
Adi and Adna were with us for nearly three months, and they are a very lovely couple. Easy to get on with, friendly, funny, energetic, always willing to tackle any job without prompting, often working well beyond their expected hours. They have initiative and can see what needs doing. We grew very fond of them and wish them all luck in the future.… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Adna & Adi) for host
After spending two and a half months at Kitty's & Nick sculpture garden, we can say without a regret that it was one of the best experiences in our "short" life. :) Kitty and Nick are very interesting and relaxed people, that made us feel welcomed from day one, and we have learned a lot from them, for which we can't thank them enough for. Garden… read more
9 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew & Tracy)
We wish we could add more stars to the five star rating because Andy and Tracy were truly a golden ten star couple. We can say without hesitation that they were the best of about 20+ couples that we have had volunteering in our sculpture garden. Between them they had every skill under the sun, and worked with initiative, thoroughness and… read more
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Andrew & Tracy) for host
Volunteering with Nick and Kitty is just a wonderful experience that we can't recommend highly enough. Their garden is a truly a slice of paradise and if you love working outdoors in an idyllic and very peaceful enviroment then this is the place for you. We enjoyed our month building walls and paths in the garden and tidying up ready for their… read more
1 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Florencia & David) for host
We have no words to describe our passing here. Nik and Kity are wonderful, fun people ... always with a smile. Always working. The casita is beautiful and very comfortable. And the work is fun, we had a lot of fun. Thanks for everything to teach us part of the daily work, its energy was contagious, and sometimes it is taught with a smile, with… read more
21 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Norbert & Dóra) for host
Kitty and Nick’s sculpture garden is a perfect place for a volunteer: you not just live in a fantastic environment, but you can also do a variety of tasks, learn new things and have your own independent time. We really enjoyed to take care of their wonderful garden, including the maintenance of the sculptures, weeding around them and giving a new… read more
4 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Isobel)
Fede and Isobel were wonderful volunteers. They put a lot of effort into what they were doing with enthusiasm, energy and good humour.
Their efforts in projects to enhance the Garden were fantastic, as are the results (including Fede's beautiful designs in our Moorish Courtyard) which will be enjoyed by thousands of future visitors.
We felt… read more
Their efforts in projects to enhance the Garden were fantastic, as are the results (including Fede's beautiful designs in our Moorish Courtyard) which will be enjoyed by thousands of future visitors.
We felt… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Isobel) for host
We were lucky to be at this beautiful sculpture park for Christmas and new year! Kitty and Nick are fun, extremely kind, inspiring and fair people. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. It was fantastic that we had our own place to stay in and enjoyed our evenings cooking together or sitting on the beautiful private terrace… read more
4 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (AFreeSpirit)
Gillian and Keith were wonderful workawayers. As a mature couple they were knowledgeable in a variety of fields, willing to tackle any task and they had no problems with getting their hands dirty. Easygoing and great sense of humour.
We are hoping that Gillian and Keith will come back and spend more time with us, as their help was invaluable.… read more
We are hoping that Gillian and Keith will come back and spend more time with us, as their help was invaluable.… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (AFreeSpirit) for host
We have spent a fabulous 10 days working with Kitty and Nick, it was so good we are planning to return next year. The accommodation is a fantastic caseta with open plan kitchen and a veranda that looks out over the mountains and sea.
The work is interesting and varied and volunteers are encouraged to express their creativity. They kindly… read more
The work is interesting and varied and volunteers are encouraged to express their creativity. They kindly… read more
3 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina_Andrea) for host
Such a nice time spent here! We worked in a spectacular landscape, around art and nature, the place is amazing and the surroundings are beautiful! The accomodation is a really comfortable and we liked the freedom of cooking for ourselves. Kitty and Nick are lovely people, they have created a beautiful place and it was a pleasure to help out during… read more
7 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Marjolein) for host
Holaaaa!
It's been quite a long time since I left this amazing place from Kitty and Nick. But still I want to write something because I miss this place and the people a lot.The sculpture garden is absolutely wonderfull. I never saw something like that, so for me it was unique. I was so happy I could stay with them for a week, in the mountains… read more
It's been quite a long time since I left this amazing place from Kitty and Nick. But still I want to write something because I miss this place and the people a lot.The sculpture garden is absolutely wonderfull. I never saw something like that, so for me it was unique. I was so happy I could stay with them for a week, in the mountains… read more
