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We are a young and friendly family with two children (7 and 4 years old), living in a cozy house near the beautiful Lake Obertrumer See in Austria. There's always something to do around the house throughout the year, so we’d be happy to welcome helping hands!
My wife and I founded an alternative free school in a nearby village. If you're interested in cultural or language exchange, there may be opportunities to offer workshops or activities at the school — especially if you enjoy working with children.
We look forward to hearing from open-minded, kind people who enjoy nature, meaningful conversations, and sharing everyday life.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Politics / Social justice
Events & social
Pets
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Movies & TV
Hitchhiking
Plant care
Music
History
Gardening
Cooking & food
DIY & crafts
Animals
Camping
Nature
Sailing / Boating
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cycling
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We’ve both travelled a lot and love to share stories, experiences, or travel tips – just ask us anything you’d like to know! We’re also happy to give you advice on beautiful places to hike, walk, or explore in and around Salzburg.
As we’re both teachers, we’re always up for a good conversation about alternative education or pedagogical approaches.
After four years of hosting Workawayers, we’ve collected quite a few fun and memorable stories – we’d be happy to share some of them with you! 😄
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are a young family with two children, living in a spacious house right next to a beautiful lake. There's always something to do around the house – from cleaning, grocery shopping, and preparing meals to mowing the lawn, gardening, or spending time with the kids.
We really appreciate flexible helpers who are happy to lend a hand wherever it's needed and enjoy being part of everyday family life.
Together, we also run an alternative free school nearby. If you're interested, you're welcome to join us there – for example, by leading creative workshops, language games, or playful activities with the students.
Please note: Participation at the school is only possible for stays of at least 4 weeks.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You’ll have your own private room with a comfortable bed in our house. We share a large bathroom, but don’t worry – it has a lockable door for your privacy. 😊
We both love cooking (and eating!), so mealtimes are important to us. Sometimes we cook together, and other times you might prepare something for the whole family – whatever works best.
We try to have dinner together every day and would be happy if you join us at the table.
During the week, we're often not at home around lunchtime, so you'll be welcome to cook something for yourself or buy something in the village – there are shops nearby.
What else ...
Working time will be between 4 and 5 hours a day, depending on the tasks. Sometimes it might be even less, but in that case, we may kindly ask you to lend a hand over the weekend. Most of our Workawayers have helped in the mornings until lunchtime, but if you prefer afternoons, that’s also fine – we’re very flexible with working hours.
We are open-minded and appreciate different views on life. However, since we have two young children, we don’t accept smokers – neither in nor outside the house.
After five years of Workaway experience, we've also decided to only host Workawayers aged 21 and above.
So please only send a request if you are 21+ and a non-smoker.
As a family, we value real connection and mindful interaction – especially around our kids. So we kindly ask that you avoid being on your phone when you're with the children, and we also prefer mealtimes to be screen-free. Thank you for understanding!
Everyone else is warmly welcome in our home – and we look forward to sharing everyday life with you!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We offer unlimited 24/7 Wi-Fi access with a stable 30 Mbit/s connection
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Host ref number: 611423613794
Feedback (19)
25 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Xuan Lin)
Xuan Lin stayed with us for just under three weeks, and even in that short time, she made a really great impression on all of us. We had lots of nice chats and enjoyed getting to know her.
She was super helpful around the house and always ready to lend a hand. Plus, she played a lot with the kids, which everyone really appreciated.
Xuan Lin’s… read more
She was super helpful around the house and always ready to lend a hand. Plus, she played a lot with the kids, which everyone really appreciated.
Xuan Lin’s… read more
(Excellent
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6 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Sargina)
What was originally planned as a two-week stay turned into the longest Workaway visit we’ve had so far – and what a lovely time it was! From the moment we met Gina, we were immediately taken by her warm personality, positive energy, and kind-hearted nature.
Despite facing various organizational challenges during her stay, she always made a strong… read more
Despite facing various organizational challenges during her stay, she always made a strong… read more
(Excellent
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21 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Sargina) for host
Wow, were do I even begin? Hhahah!
Thank you family for welcoming and adopting me into your family- I feel absolutely fortunate to have come across your page here on workaway!
A 2 week stay that turned into 8 months! :D
I have learnt a lot from Lukas, Sarah, Tamino and Cosimo. Mein Deutsch geht besser auch!
From delicious family meals, cosy… read more
Thank you family for welcoming and adopting me into your family- I feel absolutely fortunate to have come across your page here on workaway!
A 2 week stay that turned into 8 months! :D
I have learnt a lot from Lukas, Sarah, Tamino and Cosimo. Mein Deutsch geht besser auch!
From delicious family meals, cosy… read more
24 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)
Hosting Christine for two weeks was a truly enriching experience. From the very beginning, she brought a warm and open-minded presence into our home. We had so many deep and engaging conversations about her fascinating experiences in the wilderness, politics, and alternative education. Her insights and perspectives were truly inspiring and made… read more
(Excellent
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25 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Xuan Lin)
Xuan Lin stayed with us for just under three weeks, and even in that short time, she made a really great impression on all of us. We had lots of nice chats and enjoyed getting to know her.
She was super helpful around the house and always ready to lend a hand. Plus, she played a lot with the kids, which everyone really appreciated.
Xuan Lin’s… read more
She was super helpful around the house and always ready to lend a hand. Plus, she played a lot with the kids, which everyone really appreciated.
Xuan Lin’s… read more
(Excellent)
6 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Sargina)
What was originally planned as a two-week stay turned into the longest Workaway visit we’ve had so far – and what a lovely time it was! From the moment we met Gina, we were immediately taken by her warm personality, positive energy, and kind-hearted nature.
Despite facing various organizational challenges during her stay, she always made a strong… read more
Despite facing various organizational challenges during her stay, she always made a strong… read more
(Excellent)
21 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Sargina) for host
Wow, were do I even begin? Hhahah!
Thank you family for welcoming and adopting me into your family- I feel absolutely fortunate to have come across your page here on workaway!
A 2 week stay that turned into 8 months! :D
I have learnt a lot from Lukas, Sarah, Tamino and Cosimo. Mein Deutsch geht besser auch!
From delicious family meals, cosy… read more
Thank you family for welcoming and adopting me into your family- I feel absolutely fortunate to have come across your page here on workaway!
A 2 week stay that turned into 8 months! :D
I have learnt a lot from Lukas, Sarah, Tamino and Cosimo. Mein Deutsch geht besser auch!
From delicious family meals, cosy… read more
24 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)
Hosting Christine for two weeks was a truly enriching experience. From the very beginning, she brought a warm and open-minded presence into our home. We had so many deep and engaging conversations about her fascinating experiences in the wilderness, politics, and alternative education. Her insights and perspectives were truly inspiring and made… read more
(Excellent)
16 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Luis) for host
I stayed at Lukas and Sarah's house, and I spent time with Cosimo and Tamino, adorable kids surrounded by an environment made just for them. It’s a very cozy home near a lake, surrounded by nature. Lukas and Sarah helped me at all times, gave me my space, and made me feel like one of the family. In the mornings, I would feed the chickens and the… read more
9 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Luis)
We had the pleasure of hosting Luis for three weeks in Mattsee, and it was a wonderful experience. Luis was incredibly friendly and always willing to help out with whatever tasks were needed. He did a great job trimming our hedge, and we really appreciated his effort and attention to detail. In addition to the garden work, Luis was also very… read more
(Excellent)
2 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)
Alice stayed with us for a month, and from the very beginning, the chemistry was perfect. We immediately took her into our hearts, and our children got along very well with her too. She helped a lot around the house, and we had many great conversations. She played with the children very lovingly and did some creative activities with them. I can… read more
(Excellent)
5 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (KWAN SIK)
Daniel stayed at our house for almost one month and helped us inside the house and outside in the garden with feeding the animals on our little farm. He was always open for any tasks and tried to fullfill our wishes. He also joined us in our school and was a good english speaking buddy for the students. Daniel is open minded and was interested in… read more
(Very good)
28 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (KWAN SIK) for host
It was a really unforgettable experience for me. Sarah and Lucas were my first workaway hosts but they welcomed me with incredible warmth, provided me a more than nice place to stay and provided lots of opportunities for me to boarded my horizon.
I was mostly helping out with the chores in the house, and they were mostly relatively simple tasks.… read more
I was mostly helping out with the chores in the house, and they were mostly relatively simple tasks.… read more
17 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcello)
Marcello is a really friendly guy from germany and we had some nice weeks together at our house. He helped with housekeeping, cooking, gardenwork and played with the kids. He is really communicative and likes to tell stories of his life. We had some nice talks about different topics. He made delicious Tiramisu for us, so ask him for that when you… read more
(Very good)
31 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marcello) for host
I stayed at Lukas and Sarah's place for two weeks and it was a great experience.
They are very friendly and interested to get to know me. Also we had many good conversations about travelling, food and many other things.
They gave me very much flexibility about the work and there are many things to learn. Also their two kids are so lovely and… read more
They are very friendly and interested to get to know me. Also we had many good conversations about travelling, food and many other things.
They gave me very much flexibility about the work and there are many things to learn. Also their two kids are so lovely and… read more
16 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Chia-lo)
Chia-Lo is a super-friendly, funny and communicative person. We enjoyed her stay at our house a lot and had many nice talks about taiwanese and austrian culture.
She played lovely with our two kids and was a big help inside and outside of our house.
We would absolutly reccommend everyone to host her.
Thanks for everything and see you again for… read more
She played lovely with our two kids and was a big help inside and outside of our house.
We would absolutly reccommend everyone to host her.
Thanks for everything and see you again for… read more
(Excellent)
15 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Marc stayed at our place for two weeks and we had a great time together. He helped a lot inside and around the house and was always open for a talk. We did ice-swimming together and played some funny card and board games.
Marc is an open-minded and very interested person. I can absouletly reccomend every host to have him as a guest.
All the best… read more
Marc is an open-minded and very interested person. I can absouletly reccomend every host to have him as a guest.
All the best… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tadaaki)
Aki stayed at our house for almost 3 months and we really enjoyed every day with this funny, open minded and interested young japanese guy. He helped a lot at our place inside and around the house. Cleaned the kitchen, fed the pigs and chicken and played lovely with our two sons. He was always very interested in Austrian culture and we came to a… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tadaaki) for host
More than Best!! I highly recommend all Workawayers to experience living with Lucas & Sarah's place if you are looking for an heartwarming place and amazing nature!! :)
I personally helped their private school and cleaning their house. It was really comfortable and no stress for me! The students were also cute and friendly from the first day, so… read more
I personally helped their private school and cleaning their house. It was really comfortable and no stress for me! The students were also cute and friendly from the first day, so… read more
6 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Anton) for host
We stayed at Lukas and Sarah's house for two weeks and we love to think back.
Lukas and Sarah carried a much about us. They are very friendly and funny and are interested in getting to know you.
They gave us very much flexibility about what kind of work we wanted to do.
There are many things to learn about alternative pedagogy and it was very… read more
Lukas and Sarah carried a much about us. They are very friendly and funny and are interested in getting to know you.
They gave us very much flexibility about what kind of work we wanted to do.
There are many things to learn about alternative pedagogy and it was very… read more
6 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Anton)
Svenja and Anton stayed at our place for 2 weeks and helped a lot inside and outside the house. They worked quite independent and fullfilled all our tasks very well. Altough Anton was ill in the second week he still tried to do some of the tasks. We were really happy to had this friendly and always very polite young couple at our place.
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Josh) for host
Sarah and Lukas welcomed me into their home, with their two friendly and fun children, for 3 weeks in July 2021. From the beginning, they were very open, kind, and understanding, and welcomed me as if one of the family. Tasks were straightforward, varied, and relaxed. I was working my full-time job while I was at their home and was particularly… read more
20 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Josh)
Josh was creme de la creme ;) He stayed at our place for three weeks and helped us inside and outside of our little farm. He is a quiet young man with a wonderful german-american accent. We had many interessting talks and moments of cultural exchange. Altough he had to work for his "real-job" in the afternoon he was eager to do all his tasks… read more
(Very good)
30 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Victor Manuel & María Teresa) for host
Lukas and Sarah are, were and will be an excellent family. We are very grateful for everything.
From the first day we arrived, we felt comfortable, we did everything they asked us to do with great pleasure.
We really felt part of the family, and we fell in love with Milo and the 2 pigs 🐷
Thank you Sarah and Lukas for letting us to go to… read more
From the first day we arrived, we felt comfortable, we did everything they asked us to do with great pleasure.
We really felt part of the family, and we fell in love with Milo and the 2 pigs 🐷
Thank you Sarah and Lukas for letting us to go to… read more
29 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Victor Manuel & María Teresa)
Maria and Victor are a very nice and communicative couple. They stayed at our house for 3 weeks and helped more than we expected from them. The kitchen was very clean every evening and they vaccumed the house every day. The two are very friendly and we had many interesting talks about cultural differences and life at all. They both very always… read more
(Excellent)
6 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Anikah1)
Anika is a very friendly and a bit of shy girl. She stayed at our place for 2 weeks and helped us especially in keeping the house clean and tidy. She did the washing up, laundry, vaccuming and also some works in the garden and caring for our chickens and pigs. All the time she was always very polite, friendly, smiled a lot and observed our… read more
(Very good)
7 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomas)
Thomas stayed at our place for 17 days and helped us at many areas inside and outside the house. He is a really nice and interested guy. We had many good talks and funny moments during the time he stayed at our place. He always tried his best in fullfilling our wishes. Unfortunately some tasks were not done completly or were done sloppy so we had… read more
(Good)
21 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Tomas) for host
I spent the first two weeks of August and a couple of days more with Lukas, Sarah and little Tamino. The work was in the garden and also some days I had to clean the apartment that they rent. The work was fair and not too hard, with a fair amount of hours. They took me to visit different places in the state of Salzburg and also shared delicious… read more
12 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Annika)
We had Annika at our place for two weeks and really enjoyed every minute with her. She is a very friendly and always happy woman which helped us all around in and outside our house. She did the cleaning really properly and played very cherfully with our son. Already after some days it felt more like Annika was a housemate than a guest. We would… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Annika) for host
I had really a great time with Sarah, Lukas and their adorable little son Tamino. He's really a sunshine and a very happy and smart child. The work didn't feel like work, I enjoyed helping them around the house and they made me feel like another family member. I had a very cozy room in their beautiful house which has "good vibes only". Sarah and… read more
9 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Unfortunately the last three weeks have passed by way too quickly. I had a wonderful time with Sarah, Lukas, and Tamino. Both of them were very caring, Sarah is a amazing cook and I loved their travel stories. They frankly were all you could wish for in hosts. While I was in Mattsee, I helped in the household and in the garden, cleaned the… read more
9 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna is a friendly and always joyful girl which stayed at our place for 3 weeks. We had a nice time together and she helped us a lot inside and outside of the house. She played really lovely with our little son and we never had any fear, that she cannot handle a situation with him. Altough she is only 19 years old she already is really clear in… read more
(Excellent)
15 Apr 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host
I stayed in Mattsee with this lovely family, Lukas, Sarah and Tamino almost 6 weeks...they are really friendly, open minded, respectful, hospitable, good hosts, all the time asking me if everything was ok, if I needed something, if I was bored (I was not; studying, reading... ) and so on... They shared very funny and nice stories about their… read more
14 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian stayed at our house for over 5 weeks and helped a lot in the garden, cleaning the house and playing with our little sunshine Tamino.
Sebastian is a very friendly and cheerful guy wich always fulfilled our tasks in a quick and good way. We had many nice talks and the atmosphere was always very positive. Because of the Coronacrisis we… read more
Sebastian is a very friendly and cheerful guy wich always fulfilled our tasks in a quick and good way. We had many nice talks and the atmosphere was always very positive. Because of the Coronacrisis we… read more
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Adriana)
Adriana stayed 2 weeks at our place and it was really a nice time with her. She is very communicative and so we had many interesting talks about different topics. She always showed her willingness to help us whereever we needed it. The bathroom looks really good now and she also played really lovely with our son. She also helped us a lot in… read more
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Adriana) for host
Staying with Sarah, Lukas and Tamino was a great start for my first workaway experience! They were always really nice, cooked amazing and delicious food and showed me very beautiful places in Austria! Mattsee itself is such a beautiful village as well, I was in love with it! Visiting Salzburg was also very nice!
During my stay I mainly helped… read more
During my stay I mainly helped… read more
2 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mirjam) for host
Lukas and Sarah are very hospitable! They warmly welcomed me. I stayed in Mattsee for two weeks.
During the time I helped Sarah with different tasks from about 8:30 am till the washing-up after lunch (around 2 pm). The tasks differed from one day to another. Sometimes the apartment for the guests had to be cleaned, sometimes I walked for an hour… read more
During the time I helped Sarah with different tasks from about 8:30 am till the washing-up after lunch (around 2 pm). The tasks differed from one day to another. Sometimes the apartment for the guests had to be cleaned, sometimes I walked for an hour… read more
2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mirjam)
Miriam is a very friendly and open-minded girl. She stayed at our house for 2 weeks and helped us a lot inside and around the house or looked after our son. Miriam is also very good in the kitchen and she suprised us nearly every day with some fresh cooked and baked dishes. I would highly reccomend Miriam to all other hosts.
(Excellent)
17 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Victoria) for host
It's hard to describe how magical my time with Sarah, Lukas and Tamino was. Not only was the house and Mattsee so lovely, Sarah & Lukas are some of the most kind, friendly, and open people I've met. Baby Tamino is a dream also. I worked mostly in the mornings and was allowed to housesit when the family took a 2 week vacation. Responsilibilites… read more
8 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Veronika & Michal) for host
Ah, how to start... Time we spent in Mattsee with Lukas and Sarah was absolutely great! :) In their home was familiar and nice atmosphere full of great moments! The little boy, Tamino, makes you smile all the time, he is wonderful!
We are so glad that we could met this people and help them in the garden and in the house too. Thank you so much for… read more
We are so glad that we could met this people and help them in the garden and in the house too. Thank you so much for… read more
6 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronika & Michal)
Veronica and her brother Josef were friendly and very helpful inside and around our house. The fullfilled all our wishes and were quite indenpendent in finding things which have to be done. Altough they were at our house only for a week we spent a good time together and had some nice talks. We can reccomend everyone to host those friendly siblings.
(Excellent)
17 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ludovic & Caroline)
Caroline and Ludo stayed at our house for about 2 weeks. They are a friendly couple and helped us inside and around the house. They are very active and always interested in hikes and outdoor activities. We wish you good luck for your further journey.
(Good)
13 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Goran & Nikola) for host
We spent two months with this family. Lucas and Sarah are very fun, especially Lukas and ready to do everything to make you feel comfortable in their home.
We helped them build apartments, and all other home daily jobs.
Although it was difficult for someone, we enjoyed playing with their son, who can not be sad, just a smile all the time.
Mattsee… read more
We helped them build apartments, and all other home daily jobs.
Although it was difficult for someone, we enjoyed playing with their son, who can not be sad, just a smile all the time.
Mattsee… read more
18 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Goran & Nikola)
Goran and Nikola stayed at our house for 7 weeks and it was a wonderful time with theese two funny and hard working guys. From the beginning they tried to fulfill all our wishes. They helped us in keeping the house clean and worked night and day at our apartement in the basement. Nikola is more the quiet guy and Goran talks a little bit more. But… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elke & Martin) for host
What a wonderful family!! Filled with laughers and smiles. Especially Tamino the little one! He just makes you smile all the time :-)
Unfortunately we just stayed a week with them but during that time we accomplished a lot.
We had a great time and always had delicious food and a cosy warm room.
Mattsee itself is an adorable village and the bus… read more
Unfortunately we just stayed a week with them but during that time we accomplished a lot.
We had a great time and always had delicious food and a cosy warm room.
Mattsee itself is an adorable village and the bus… read more
16 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Elke & Martin)
Elke and Martin stayed for 1 week at our place and we had a great time together. They did fabolous work in our house and helped us more than we expected. Martin even worked on saturday to finish the tiles in the basement and Elke cleaned the house as it was never cleaned before.
We had some nice talks and they also played really lovely with our… read more
We had some nice talks and they also played really lovely with our… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emma Zoe & Akos ) for host
Lukas and Sarah were lovely hosts. We had a very nice time in Mattsee, which is a beautiful little village surrounded by three lakes. In the morning it was so nice to have a run in this beautiful area. Our room was very cosy and the beds were comfortable, I (Emma) slept better than at home. We really liked to play with and look after their happy… read more
7 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma Zoe & Akos )
Emma and Akos were our first workawaysguest and it was a excellent experience for us. They helped us in keeping the house clean and also did some small renovation jobs. Akos took good care of our chicken and they both enjoyed spendig time with our baby. It was holidaytime and we spend a lot of time together, we were on trips and celebrated… read more
(Excellent)
