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Hi, thanks for your interest in my project :)
I am a 65 year-old English woman, settled in Morocco for over seven years and haveing built a small eco village with the help of volunteers and local workers.
The village is made up of 6 very different buildings made principly of natural and recycled materials. I live with 2 dogs,3 cats, 5 chucks and a very messy ducks!
I am not an expert in natural building, self-sufficiency or eco living, but I enjoy working cooperatively, as part of an enthusiastic team, planning, creating, experimenting, and learning together.
Now, I am looking for one or two semi skilled hard working volunteers to help out and share this unique and tranquil place
Sadly I am very short of resources due to covid , like a lot of others, so for the first time I am asking volunteers for a small donation to cover costs.(min 50dhm day) to cover costs. Workaway have sanctioned this temporary adjustment to my offer.
We enjoy a rural lifestyle andts work hard, but we are rewarded every day with tranquility ,lovely weather⁶ and amazing views . We enjoy excellent, mainly vegetarian food, but sorry we cannot cater for vegans or poeple with food allergies. We provide three wholesome meals a day, tea breaks and cake of course. Please feel free to bring extra food for snacks, as we do not live close to shops.
Work is physically hard, fun, and creative. In the next few months we will be doing building maintainance, including plastering with cob, and painting, we will also be making paths, gardening, and generally beautifying the Village!
Volunteers must be willing to work cooperatively, to cook, clean, feed the animals and all other aspects of communal living.
Volunteers stay for a minimum of 3 weeks but preferably a month, longer if they are amazing! We enjoy working and tend to work long hours to learn together and have fun.
You will need to bring 2 photocopies of your passport for the local bureaucracy and cheese! (Morocco is not a cheese nation!) We have a minimum stay of three weeks but in the unlikely event, either party is unhappy after the first week we will part company amicably!
If you are not put off by this description and hard work then my project may be the place for you
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Volunteers will experience Northern Moroccan culture first hand, especially at the Suq (Local Market) every Monday. You will learn a lot, eat delicious food, and live with incredible views. Women volunteers can also accompany me to the local Hammam for a weekly wash!
In your free time, you can explore a wealth of local attractions as we enjoy good transport links into Asilah and other nearby towns. It is truly beautiful here and you can hike/explore the amazing local countryside possibly walking to our local stone circle Mzoura. We also live 40 mins away from nearby clean Atlantic beaches.
Hopefully, you can also learn to speak a smattering of Derija (Moroccan Arabic) and spend time in the local village Tnine Sidi Al Yamani, watching football with the locals, or visiting the Hammam (communal bathing house)
Help
All volunteers help with day to day tasks; cooking, cleaning, animal care, shopping, maintenance etc. We live together as a family, all mucking in together!
We welcome volunteer input and ideas and are open to volunteer led projects on site. We will be a small team of 2-4 who enjoy sharing the lifestyle and work and play
I can arrange private hire pick up from Tanger airport - 350 dirham (30 Euros)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
The volunteer house is spacious, comfy and has amazing views. Sorry we do not have hot showers!
Food is top quality, locally sourced, international, with lots of cake - well I am English!
We are located in the countryside with limited transport, volunteers will need to get to our local village Sidi Al Yamini when they arrive.
Wi Fi is not available and volunteers will need to purchase a Moroccan sim card (30 dirham) + data, it is very cheap!
What else ...
Our project is based one mile from our local village where there is regular transport into Assilah and Larache. We are situated ten kilometres from beautiful beaches, an awesome stone circle, a Roman settlement and other places of high cultural and historic interest. There are interesting bird and wildlife, and amazing flora and fauna, we actually have wild tortoises on the land.
We enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, love cooking and sharing food with guests. At weekends we sometimes arrange trips and chill out together, however, i do need a day a week off hosting, volunteers are asked to give me space one day week and spend that day off-site.:)
All accepted volunteers must bring 2 photocopies of their passport, suitable work clothes, and house shoes for inside wear.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
I can offer off road parking but access is up fairly steep, narrow incline not suitable for big vans sorry
Can possibly accept pets
Just discuss before you arrive please
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 Days a week (Mon-Fri), Weekends off -
Host ref number: 621617137756
Feedback (86)
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana)
Jana stayed at the village fr three weeall your hepks and was very helpful around the house, she also helped with decorating my new craft room, prooving to be a very careful painter. Thank you Yana for all your help, I rwally enjoyed your stay at the village
(Excellent
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11 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jana) for host
My stay at Linsey’s was a really good experience. The Eco-village is a very special place. Linsey is a very good cook and Workaway host. She gives everyone a chance to add value to the village. I am not that great at handyman jobs, but I was good in doing the daily chores, which were: looking after the chickens, cleaning after mealtimes, helping… read more
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
Tom was a joy to host:) During the time he did a great job with the electrics, I am safe now ! Tom was also great company and made me smile a lot. He was willing to try his hand at all tasks, including spreading smelly compost in the rain!!
I would recomend Tom to any future hosts, he will bring humour, expertise, joy and hard work!
I would recomend Tom to any future hosts, he will bring humour, expertise, joy and hard work!
(Excellent
)
19 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
We spent 2 weeks at eco village and enjoyed it so much that we extended our stay. Lindsey is a good host that makes an effort to share cultural experiences (like going to the souk, hammam and experiences that arise out of work). If you enjoy a more rural environment and are comfortable with animals this is a great opportunity.
30 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Zachary)
I loved Zac's stay at the Village! Zac was excellent company, a great conversationalist, and a hard, enthusiastic worker. During his time at the Village Zac mended many things with skill and creativity, he cleaned , sorted, cooked and much more with enthusiasm and diligence.
We also had fun, enjoyed common interests, and opinions. Zac is very… read more
We also had fun, enjoyed common interests, and opinions. Zac is very… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Zachary) for host
What to stay about my wonderful stay at the Eco village with Linsey, all the pets and the amazing countryside to boot.
My time here was spent helping with a range of different tasks including mega pruning of trees and bushes, planting, painting, digging, fixing broken gates, chopping boards, doors and more. Also helping with the day to day tasks… read more
My time here was spent helping with a range of different tasks including mega pruning of trees and bushes, planting, painting, digging, fixing broken gates, chopping boards, doors and more. Also helping with the day to day tasks… read more
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21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana)
Jana stayed at the village fr three weeall your hepks and was very helpful around the house, she also helped with decorating my new craft room, prooving to be a very careful painter. Thank you Yana for all your help, I rwally enjoyed your stay at the village
(Excellent
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11 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jana) for host
My stay at Linsey’s was a really good experience. The Eco-village is a very special place. Linsey is a very good cook and Workaway host. She gives everyone a chance to add value to the village. I am not that great at handyman jobs, but I was good in doing the daily chores, which were: looking after the chickens, cleaning after mealtimes, helping… read more
21 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
Tom was a joy to host:) During the time he did a great job with the electrics, I am safe now ! Tom was also great company and made me smile a lot. He was willing to try his hand at all tasks, including spreading smelly compost in the rain!!
I would recomend Tom to any future hosts, he will bring humour, expertise, joy and hard work!
I would recomend Tom to any future hosts, he will bring humour, expertise, joy and hard work!
(Excellent
)
19 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
We spent 2 weeks at eco village and enjoyed it so much that we extended our stay. Lindsey is a good host that makes an effort to share cultural experiences (like going to the souk, hammam and experiences that arise out of work). If you enjoy a more rural environment and are comfortable with animals this is a great opportunity.
30 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Zachary)
I loved Zac's stay at the Village! Zac was excellent company, a great conversationalist, and a hard, enthusiastic worker. During his time at the Village Zac mended many things with skill and creativity, he cleaned , sorted, cooked and much more with enthusiasm and diligence.
We also had fun, enjoyed common interests, and opinions. Zac is very… read more
We also had fun, enjoyed common interests, and opinions. Zac is very… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Zachary) for host
What to stay about my wonderful stay at the Eco village with Linsey, all the pets and the amazing countryside to boot.
My time here was spent helping with a range of different tasks including mega pruning of trees and bushes, planting, painting, digging, fixing broken gates, chopping boards, doors and more. Also helping with the day to day tasks… read more
My time here was spent helping with a range of different tasks including mega pruning of trees and bushes, planting, painting, digging, fixing broken gates, chopping boards, doors and more. Also helping with the day to day tasks… read more
29 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea)
Andrea and Javee were amazing to host! They are a lovely harmonious couple who are diligent and multi skilled, being able to do anything thrown at them! Andrea is a very careful painter and excellent cook and Javee showed great initiative and dilagence turning his hand to many tasks around the village, mending fences, cleaning the land, and much… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
Linsay has been lovely and very kind to us. An excellent cook. We have not eaten better anywhere, really delicious. The place where she lives is spectacular and everything is done with great care. Thank you so much for everything Linsay.
13 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Chaya)
Chaya was a joy to host! She and her bf,Foti spent over three weeks at the eco village and we got a lot done in that time . Chaya is a good listener, very calm and a diligent, skilled worker. Chaya enjoys working, loves cleaning and painting but can turn her hand to any task. On top of that she is delightful company, appreciative and has a very… read more
(Excellent
)
10 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Chaya) for host
The ecovillage of Linsey is on top of a hill with an amazing view. The place is lovely and you can learn a lot about the moroccan culture by going to the local souk and hamam.
The house itself is really cosy and has everywhere animals around. We had many walks with the dogs layla and boobie and even had the nice surprise of two kittens getting… read more
The house itself is really cosy and has everywhere animals around. We had many walks with the dogs layla and boobie and even had the nice surprise of two kittens getting… read more
10 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (FOTI) for host
Linsey comes from the UK, likes to read about interesting facts, listens to BBC 6 and has a beautiful smile. From the beginning she made us feel home and welcomed us to her project. The accommodation was really nicely decorated in accordance to Linsey's eye for detail. The work was quite straightforward and there is always advice to be had if you… read more
5 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (FOTI)
Foti and Shia (hope thats right!) spent over 3 weeks at the eco village and were amazing! They addapted well to life here and just got on with every task that was thrown at them! We got so much work done during their stay including securing the chucks, making fences ,lots of cleaning and painting and much more. They were both very friendly,… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ricardo & Estefanía) for host
Linsey is a very interesting person, you can learn many things from her. Also an amazing cook! The eco village where she lives, it’s a very peaceful place, you will be constantly connected with nature & animals. For sure you will be surprise everyday with the amazing view .
We learn many things about off-grid living and Moroccan culture. Thanks… read more
We learn many things about off-grid living and Moroccan culture. Thanks… read more
26 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ricardo & Estefanía)
Thank you Ricardo and Estafania for all your hard work! I really enjoyed your quiet company, Chilean pumpkin fritters, your determination and much more. You have been a great help , fixing a new chimney, mending the chicken coop,and looking after the place whilst i was away.
I would really recomend Ricado and Estafania, to future hosts, they are… read more
I would really recomend Ricado and Estafania, to future hosts, they are… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Margarita)
Margarita was an amazing volunteer! We spent a month together and not only got the Village spick and span but got on great. We enjoyed cooking for each other and learning about each others cultures... i really want to go to Lithoania now! Margot worked hard with great initiative, anticipating my needs and generally just getting on with it. She is… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Henry)
Henry was first and foremost a great volunteer! He really grew and developed both in confidence and skills base whilst here, which was a pleasure to see :) Henry was always the first to volunteer for any task and had a real 'have a go' attitude to all tasks, he always did the best he could. On top of that he was excellent company, great with other… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Henry) for host
Linsey has created such a beautiful haven in the luscious Moroccan countryside.
I felt that with everyday I spent there, I felt more comfortable and confident. It is a wonderful place to learn about the land, the culture and community, Linsey’s extraordinary life and of course, to learn about yourself!
Anyone interested in eco living and earth… read more
I felt that with everyday I spent there, I felt more comfortable and confident. It is a wonderful place to learn about the land, the culture and community, Linsey’s extraordinary life and of course, to learn about yourself!
Anyone interested in eco living and earth… read more
11 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliana & Hendrik)
Thank you for all your hard work! Juliana and Hendrik were a pleasure to work with at the project. They are both really hard and willing workers, putting 100% into every task they took on. They were good at consultation and as very experienced Workawayers, they always checked with me that what they were doing was right, and were diligent and quick… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Juliana & Hendrik) for host
Linsey is such a nice person! She received us at her place and treated us really nicely. Her Eco Villa is lovely, very well designed and 100% ecological. We learned a lot with her and we could do things we have never done before, such as protecting the roof against rain, painting the bench, digging the floor to add a new tube, etc... She is also a… read more
11 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Celina & Adrián)
Thank you Celine and Adrian! I loved your stay here at the Eco Village! Adrian is a highly skilled, careful, and inventive worker who had great ideas , which he diligently worked on to achieve great results. Celine became a great friend during here stay! Celine is really happy to clean, paint, and of course create and pays great attention to… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Celina & Adrián) for host
we feel very happy in the eco village ! the project is amazing and Linsey too.
11 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel's stay was short but sweet! Daniel was very skilled and threw himself wholeheartedly into the project during the week he was here. He was also very sociable and got on well with the whole team. I would certainly recommend Daniel to any future hosts
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
I had the opportunity to visit and work on Lindseys project for a week earlier this year (apologies for late feedback). The project was a breath of fresh air for me, and so good that it was my first time at a workaway. When I arrived, Lindsey pointed out that the project was now at a very important transition phase, as most of the heavy building… read more
28 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Peter & Chloe) for host
Im writing my review of Linsey's eco village from the minibus on route back to the eco-village - first thing to know is Linsey's place is NOT in the eco-village. And thats one of my favourite things about it. The gorgeous, creative, animal filled space - 30 min bus ride from the eco-village - that Linsey has created is special enough to warrant… read more
25 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jacob) for host
I stayed here for 2 months over the winter and had a fantastic time and learned a lot. The natural buildings themselves are some of the most creative and inspiring I’ve come across. During my time I became good friends with Linsey and Bash who both took time, care and love to share knowledge about the beautiful county of Morocco and its shining… read more
10 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Liam)
(Neutral
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11 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Liam) for host
An amazing location and a really interesting project, very calm and peaceful place and lovely animals
Lindsey initiated contact and I was the only volunteer for almost all of my time there, so I was surprised that she found difficult to cater for vegans (clearly specified on my profile) but I managed to find my way
My biggest regret in this… read more
Lindsey initiated contact and I was the only volunteer for almost all of my time there, so I was surprised that she found difficult to cater for vegans (clearly specified on my profile) but I managed to find my way
My biggest regret in this… read more
10 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mickala & Thomas)
Mikeala and Thomas were fantastic volunteers and we made great progress on the project whilst they were here. Thomas is a great electrician and Mikeala his trusty apprentice. They worked together like a well oiled machine with a great willingness to do the best they could given limited tools and materials, they were great at learning new… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mickala & Thomas) for host
My partner and i just finished two weeks with Linsey at her Eco Farm, it was one of the funnest things we have done together and would recommend it in a heartbeat.
Dont get us wrong it is hard work and you were never under the illusion otherwise. You arent there to relax and help for 5 minutes of your day, but if you work hard and show your… read more
Dont get us wrong it is hard work and you were never under the illusion otherwise. You arent there to relax and help for 5 minutes of your day, but if you work hard and show your… read more
3 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elisabet) for host
The experience that I have had in this volunteering has been, for the moment, the only one that I have found with the conditions that Linsey wanted. The site is amazing, the people of the town are super friendly and it is a very quiet place. The negative part is that the profile puts 5 hours of work per day and is not true. Breakfast is set at… read more
15 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Inès) for host
How to start ?!
I’ve been traveling a lot and always thought to do a workaday, I was checking the different projects and workaway website since few years already. Almost jump into some but at the end never happened.This was my first workaway experience and what an experience! I have traveled one month through Morocco before coming to Linsey’s… read more
I’ve been traveling a lot and always thought to do a workaday, I was checking the different projects and workaway website since few years already. Almost jump into some but at the end never happened.This was my first workaway experience and what an experience! I have traveled one month through Morocco before coming to Linsey’s… read more
22 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana Paula)
Thank you sooo much Ana and sorry for the delay. to be honest I did not know where to begin!
Ana stayed at the Village for over two months and during that time we grew to really respect and care for each other. Ana became my right hand women through thick and thin, giving quiet support during some difficult times as well as laughter and joy. Ana… read more
Ana stayed at the Village for over two months and during that time we grew to really respect and care for each other. Ana became my right hand women through thick and thin, giving quiet support during some difficult times as well as laughter and joy. Ana… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ana Paula) for host
I feel in love with Morocco after this amazing workaway experience, the small village of Tnine Sidi El Yamani is a very charming and friendly place. You can understand a lot about moroccan people just walking around there and going to the local souk and hamam.
There are a lot of very interesting places to visit in the surrounding area, like the… read more
There are a lot of very interesting places to visit in the surrounding area, like the… read more
13 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabella)
Issabella has a beautiful spirit, she is charming, open, happy and a pleasure to host. Isa was an an integral member to the team, she was so happy to learn and soaked up new skills like a sponge:) She was a quick learner and a perfectionist which always pleases me, painting fine straight lines became her obsession :) Isa grew in confidence, and… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Isabella) for host
I spent 3 wonderful but very short weeks at Linseys Eco Village and it was an amazing experience! Even though I arrived with no experience, I got the chance to plaster walls with mud and painting windows and walls, which was really great!
It was a pleasure to join Linsey to go to the souk and even to hamam!
There is always something to work on… read more
It was a pleasure to join Linsey to go to the souk and even to hamam!
There is always something to work on… read more
13 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Martynus )
Thank you Marty, you were a pleasure to host! Marty grew a lot whilst at the Village, he become more confident, learnt heaps of life skills and reflected a lot on himself. Marty was enthusiastic to try new things and as the weeks progressed he learnt to paint very well, cook, be aware of the needs of the group, become a great team member, and much… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Martynus ) for host
Finally I found some time to review this amazing experience I had (It's been 4 months since I left the place broken hearted).
Even though I have been travelling Marocco for more than 2 months and saw some great places, met some great people, the Eco Village experience was the MOST worth it. The simple rural lifestyle of working and sweating hard… read more
Even though I have been travelling Marocco for more than 2 months and saw some great places, met some great people, the Eco Village experience was the MOST worth it. The simple rural lifestyle of working and sweating hard… read more
13 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Joe & Lewis)
It was fantastic having Joe and Lewis, fellow Northerners here at the Eco Village!They were fantastic chefs and great fun to have around for a month. In addition Joe and Lewis worked really hard on the build and threw themselves wholeheartedly into every task they were given. Thanks for bringing a lot of Northern humour, laughs, delicious food and… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Joe & Lewis) for host
Me and my friend Lewis spent a month at here helping to renovate and extend we learned a lot about natural building and linsey taught us a lot about Moroccan culture! She took us to a tradition souk (market) which was an experience to say the least! Linsey also makes wonderful sweets so you won’t go hungry! Thank you linsey for a wonderful month… read more
12 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Débora)
Oh Debora what an amazing work force of a women! During the seven weeks Debora was here she motivated the whole team, including me to get huge amount of work done. Deborah is a tremendous worker she put 100% effort into every task she embarked upon, she pushed herself to the limit to make 100s of adobe bricks, clear the roof tiles, clean, cook,… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Débora) for host
Dear Linsey and readers,
I’ll start by saying that this project definitely was a life changing for me. The Eco Village has around 4 years old, lots of sweat and hands involved and all conducted by the wise and brilliant Linsey.
As soon as you arrive (as a volunteer or as a guest) you can already breathe the entire project and all the… read more
I’ll start by saying that this project definitely was a life changing for me. The Eco Village has around 4 years old, lots of sweat and hands involved and all conducted by the wise and brilliant Linsey.
As soon as you arrive (as a volunteer or as a guest) you can already breathe the entire project and all the… read more
18 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby )
So sorry Ruby for delayed review. Ruby is a gem, excuse the pun! Although young in years Ruby has a wise maturity, she is extremely responsible and organised, and loved rising to any challenge. Ruby is a very hard worker and formed a key element of an amazing all women team who carefully and diligently set to plastering our new volunteer… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ruby ) for host
Sorry for the delay! Words cannot easily describe how much I love Linsey and this wonderful place she has created. I only spent three short weeks at the Eco Village but I can honestly say these were the best three weeks of my life. And that’s not an exaggeration. I wish I could have stayed longer! The beautiful countryside, amazingly kind people,… read more
13 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel)
Gabe joined the team in the summer of 2016 whilst on a trip to Morocco. Gabe was a very happy and enthusiastic worker who worked well as part of the team as well as showing initiative and ideas as an individual. When he was here Gabe dug like a Trojan, digging out the foundations for our Hobbit house under the fierce Moroccan sun. Gabe is… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ismael)
Thank you Ismael, I loved your stay at the Village to!
Ismeal arrived with little practical experience and knowledge but willing to try his hand at everything thrown at him, including mud of course! He is also a great team member and social asset. We enjoyed quality conversations, put the world to rights and learnt together through doing even… read more
Ismeal arrived with little practical experience and knowledge but willing to try his hand at everything thrown at him, including mud of course! He is also a great team member and social asset. We enjoyed quality conversations, put the world to rights and learnt together through doing even… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ismael) for host
So proud of having Linsey in Morocco! It is a Nirvana indeed...
From the start, it is easy to feel a sense of belonging and ease and Layla, the cutest dog, will welcome you as a member of the family. As for Linsey, she is simply an amazing woman, very kind-hearted, funny but also very knowledeagble in all the tasks and projects the eco-village… read more
From the start, it is easy to feel a sense of belonging and ease and Layla, the cutest dog, will welcome you as a member of the family. As for Linsey, she is simply an amazing woman, very kind-hearted, funny but also very knowledeagble in all the tasks and projects the eco-village… read more
3 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie was a key member of a magnificent all women super team at the Village! She threw herself into every task and just loved the fresh cow poo we use as a final layer on clay walls to weather proof and give a good finish. Natalie is super social and easily made friends with everyone, she was great company, always happy to help, and had a go at… read more
(Excellent
)
18 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host
My experience at the Eco Village is one that I will keep close at heart. When you first arrive you are welcomed by the calming beauty of the hillside, a patchwork of agricultural patterns, herds of cattle shepherd by a welcoming boy side saddled on a donkey.
The village itself is on its way and what Linsey has done is truly beautiful. By… read more
The village itself is on its way and what Linsey has done is truly beautiful. By… read more
31 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alphonse)
Thank you Alphonse, I loved your company, we had such interesting and surprising conversations, you made me think a lot! Alphonse, tho young in years is an old head, with an inquiring, never still mind, and looking for solutions not problems. Whilst here he turned his creativity and sound practical knowledge to clay plastering, woodwork and… read more
(Excellent
)
13 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alphonse) for host
As always, a bit late ... But here I am ! Not an easy task to describe in a few words my stay with Linsey.
When I came there, I expected to learn construction skills and enjoy the moroccan countryside, which I did of course, but I did not expect becoming such good friend with a 61 woman (english besides all). What a great time !! Probably my… read more
When I came there, I expected to learn construction skills and enjoy the moroccan countryside, which I did of course, but I did not expect becoming such good friend with a 61 woman (english besides all). What a great time !! Probably my… read more
8 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)
Simone was simply a pleasure to host, he was always willing to work hard and learn. Simone grew in confidence in his three short weeks at the Village and was an excellent team member, always willing to help fellow volunteers and try new things. Simone learnt first hand how to butcher a wild boar and prepared many delicious meals. One of Simones… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host
Linsey, my stay at your Nirvana in Morocco changed me, the golden light of your amazing view from the house, the time spent chatting, cooking and enjoy the perfect lifestyle of the place, all the animals and nature around, the dogs and the fancy fluffy chikens, the perfect symmetry of the place in balance with nature, the sound of the rain on the… read more
8 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Steve)
Thanks Steve,
Steve is an all round good egg with a lot of skills and positive work ethic!
Steve through himself wholeheartedly into the project, relishing in experimenting and mastering new techniques and materials. Steve is a perfectionist, he lovingly lime rendered our new build A-frame English house, completed the new gateway and much more.… read more
Steve is an all round good egg with a lot of skills and positive work ethic!
Steve through himself wholeheartedly into the project, relishing in experimenting and mastering new techniques and materials. Steve is a perfectionist, he lovingly lime rendered our new build A-frame English house, completed the new gateway and much more.… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Steve) for host
Firstly this feedback is way overdue. I've only just got back to the U.K, so apologies.
This was my first workaway experience and i loved it. The work load was described accurately in the profile.. lots of work! For me this was not a problem as i am a builder and used to physical work. Here i was as happy as a Pig in muck..... I found the work to… read more
This was my first workaway experience and i loved it. The work load was described accurately in the profile.. lots of work! For me this was not a problem as i am a builder and used to physical work. Here i was as happy as a Pig in muck..... I found the work to… read more
8 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarn & Mary)
Apologies for delayed feedback, didn't know where to start!
Mary and Earn are a power couple, perfectly in sinc, creative, super skilled and organized. Both Mary and Earn put 100% into everything they worked on be it cooking, building, woodwork, animal care with unfettered enthusiasm. Earn is an amazing carpenter but can turn his hand and his… read more
Mary and Earn are a power couple, perfectly in sinc, creative, super skilled and organized. Both Mary and Earn put 100% into everything they worked on be it cooking, building, woodwork, animal care with unfettered enthusiasm. Earn is an amazing carpenter but can turn his hand and his… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sarn & Mary) for host
A workaway experience unlike any other thus far.
Eco village~ beyond the humming little village a Sidi El Yamani, a cluster of Young eucalyptus trees surrounded by a bamboo fence line, hides a true gem.
Beyond the gate~ a playground of natural building all in different stages of completion. From the main house you can see the beauty of… read more
Eco village~ beyond the humming little village a Sidi El Yamani, a cluster of Young eucalyptus trees surrounded by a bamboo fence line, hides a true gem.
Beyond the gate~ a playground of natural building all in different stages of completion. From the main house you can see the beauty of… read more
24 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mary)
Thank you! Mary was ace, she settled into life here effortlessly, I felt her to be a kindred spirit. Mary was a godsend as she had many skills, gardening, wood working, cooking amazing food to name but a few. Mary was really happy to learn new skills and loved working with Ibrahim on the new construction, she happily threw herself into every task.… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mary) for host
I had an absolutely fantastic time, met some wonderful people and learnt new skills in the beautiful surroundings. Lindsey is an incredible cook and treated us to endless delicious feasts, baked goods and an absolutely epic cheesecake! It was amazing to work with Brahim and learn how to build with cob, hes great! The animals make it so special,… read more
31 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nuria & Alessandro)
Nuria and Alexander were an amazing team working well together in complete harmony as well as individually and part of the bigger team. Nuria is excellent at painting, being particularly thorough at preparation and precision, she spent many days painting shutters perfectly, thank you.. Alexander can turn his hand to any thing, is strong, hard… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nuria & Alessandro) for host
We were at Lindsay's place (unfortunately only) for three weeks, in november 2017, with other 2-3 people.
The eco-village is really special and nice, with all those different constructions and funny chickens all over the place (great fun when you have to find eggs all around the garden ahah). We also slept for one week in the Cable/Hobbit/Tube… read more
The eco-village is really special and nice, with all those different constructions and funny chickens all over the place (great fun when you have to find eggs all around the garden ahah). We also slept for one week in the Cable/Hobbit/Tube… read more
31 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nora)
I loved Nora's stay at the village, we got on brilliantly and had lots of fun in the three weeks she was here. Nora is a grafter, loving every task thrown at her and doing it to perfection with an infectious smile. She particularly excelled at painting and took it upon herself to complete the honeymoon house bathroom which she did to an excellent… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nora) for host
I stayed four weeks with Linsey and it was absolutley wonderful. :-)
I learned alot in various topics: natural bulding- especially painting, housekeeping in an ecologically meaningful way, moroccan dishes, moroccan culture, recycling of any materials, souq arabic and so much more!
Additionally I learned alot about myself and discovered new skills… read more
I learned alot in various topics: natural bulding- especially painting, housekeeping in an ecologically meaningful way, moroccan dishes, moroccan culture, recycling of any materials, souq arabic and so much more!
Additionally I learned alot about myself and discovered new skills… read more
19 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacob & Hannah)
Hannah and Jake are a delightful, hard working, skilled and innovative couple! They volunteered at the Eco Village for four weeks and achieved so much. Jake has many practical skills, he made a new chicken coop, constructed a solar heating unit as well as doing numerous odd jobs. Hannah could turn her hand to anything, was a meticulous cob… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jacob & Hannah) for host
Well where do I start! When searching for a workaway in morocco we where abit gutted that most of the ones we found where hostels and where about to give up when we stumbled along the Eco Village... my am I glad we did, by far some of the most memorable, culturally, socially, beautiful... I could go on forever, yes the work is hard and the days… read more
7 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Brandon & Kathrine)
Brandon and Maia were exemplary volunteers who spent three very productive weeks at the Eco Village. Both of them threw themselves wholeheartedly into every aspect of our life here. Whilst here they mastered many new skills, cob plastering, installing a living roof, and thatching as well as being great team members and cooking amazing food. They… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Brandon & Kathrine) for host
What an amazing experience. Linsey is a great leader and has a wealth of knowledge and skills to share with volunteers. Her experience in managing projects and working with workawayers shows through clearly. I would only recommend this workaway for people who want to work hard and learn hands on skills. We were usually tired at the end of the day… read more
30 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
After not being a part of workaway for 11 months I have reconnected with my account and realised that I never left a review for this Incredible stay I had here in Morocco at Lindsey's paradise home! I stayed here for just under 3 weeks last year with my friend Jack and had the most amazing experience! The work is physical but absolutely worth it… read more
10 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Yousra)
Thank you Yousra! I really enjoyed your stay at the village.
Yousra contributed in many and various ways; helping in the house - she is an amazingly thorough cleaner, negotiating for materials, helping with admin and generally being very good and interesting company. I learned a lot about Moroccan history, class structure and culture during her… read more
Yousra contributed in many and various ways; helping in the house - she is an amazingly thorough cleaner, negotiating for materials, helping with admin and generally being very good and interesting company. I learned a lot about Moroccan history, class structure and culture during her… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Yousra) for host
I stayed at Linsey,s house 3 beautiful weeks
I learnd a lot about the country side Life
And how to make a delicious tart and cook in a traditional oven !
I was always waiting for the time to collect the eggs from the interesting chicken that I loved so much, they have a special life style, I didn't care before the eco village experience but… read more
I learnd a lot about the country side Life
And how to make a delicious tart and cook in a traditional oven !
I was always waiting for the time to collect the eggs from the interesting chicken that I loved so much, they have a special life style, I didn't care before the eco village experience but… read more
10 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alison)
Alison settled in very well with us and was a great team member. Alison definitely became more confident in her abilities during her two stays with us. Alison created a beautiful manada for our new Mandala cabin as well as helping with every aspect of our day to day life at the village. She is hard working, willing, super sociable and an asset to… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alison) for host
I stayed at Linseys for the best part of two months, and what an amazing two months it was! I learnt so much from this project: from plastering interiors to making bricks and from building with bamboo to decorative painting, there was such a wide range of work to get involved in. I was so glad to have joined this project as it really did give me a… read more
14 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Max)
Max is man of many subtle and endearing qualities! Firstly he is easy company,thoughtful, loyal, discreet, trustworthy and reliable. He is quietly positive and simply gets on with any given task with resolve and determination, he sees the job through to conclusion to the best of his ability, he is also resourceful and takes initiative, consults,… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Max) for host
I stayed at Lindsey's on two separate occasions during my time in Morocco and I know I will be visiting in the future whenever I find myself in the area to see how the project is growing, and it grows fast. When I first arrived I barely could hammer a nail but in the short time I was there I learnt a lot about traditional Moroccan building and… read more
5 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Luzie)
Thank you Lucy.
Lucy threw herself wholeheartedly into every task she was set to do, she worked very hard and also showed good initiative taking it upon herself to help out whenever she could. Lucy was also very adept at learning new tasks and was able to master skills with ease.
Lucy threw herself wholeheartedly into every task she was set to do, she worked very hard and also showed good initiative taking it upon herself to help out whenever she could. Lucy was also very adept at learning new tasks and was able to master skills with ease.
(Very good
)
2 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Luzie) for host
I stayed for three weeks at Lindseys. During this time I had the chance to learn a lot about diffrent kinds of sustanible building, about preparing food in a cob oven, we build a fence from bamboo, did a lot of plastering and had to go to the well a couple times due to the water shortage. In the evening we often sat together, chatting and playing… read more
23 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tess)
Thanks Jess!
I really enjoyed your stay with us, you were always cheerful and willing to have a go at everything and anything involved in the project.
Jess was a consistent and diligent team member who simply got on with the job, gaining in confidence as her stay progressed. I would heartedly recommend her to future hosts
I really enjoyed your stay with us, you were always cheerful and willing to have a go at everything and anything involved in the project.
Jess was a consistent and diligent team member who simply got on with the job, gaining in confidence as her stay progressed. I would heartedly recommend her to future hosts
(Very good
)
22 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tess) for host
This review is very overdue, I had a great month staying with Lindsey and learnt so much from her and the other volunteers. It is definitely hard work but really rewarding seeing things progress! I learnt a lot about cob and building and Moroccan life. The food and the company is amazing and there is lots to see in the surrounding areas.
I would… read more
I would… read more
9 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Nayely)
Jessica overcame many fears, growing in confidence over her time volunteering with us. Jess is a determined and hard worker who was part of a team that built a strong and beautiful bamboo perimetre fence. I would definitely recommend Jessica to future hosts
(Excellent
)
9 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Nayely) for host
The time that I stayed with Linsey was very interesting, she has a particular personality, she is a strong woman. Stay with Linsey it´s hard work but is good to have a new experience and seeing our progress building the bamboo fence was very satisfying. For me it was a challenge because I´m not used to the contryside life where the water is… read more
9 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Hannah ) for host
Although short my stay with Linsey and everyone at this project was a wonderful first workaway experience! There was hard work as Linsey states on her profile but it is good work and seeing the different aspects come together is great!
The teamwork and food are both amazing and I highly recommend staying here! I would have stayed longer if… read more
The teamwork and food are both amazing and I highly recommend staying here! I would have stayed longer if… read more
26 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Riley)
Thank you Riley! You contributed massively to the project in the three weeks you were here, being enthusiastic about every task and embracing every challenge, always giving your best. Your lust for life and positivity is infectious and you were great at supporting other volunteers. I really appreciated your support for the project and your kind… read more
(Excellent
)
25 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Riley) for host
I just finished a 3 week stay at Linsey's place and was very sad to leave. Linsey has created a truly special place with a variety of projects on the go and lots of excellent learning opportunities!
During my time at Linsey's place, I learned how to make cob bricks, build cob furniture, lime plaster, mix and use natural paint, build cob walls,… read more
During my time at Linsey's place, I learned how to make cob bricks, build cob furniture, lime plaster, mix and use natural paint, build cob walls,… read more
24 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alan)
Alan was amazing! He came to the project specifically to install a new electrical wiring system into the new Hobbit house. In four days he managed to design a system , install the most complicated parts and pass on his knowledge to others to complete. Alan is measured, hard working, and a very interesting man whose focus was on delivering the best… read more
(Excellent
)
23 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alan) for host
Linsey is a very kind and creative woman. She is generous to her helpers and really wishes them to have a satisfying time in rural Morocco. The food and fun in the evenings was great. She had chosen some fine volunteers to visit with. I really enjoyed sharing my knowledge of electrical wiring with other volunteers for a few days. They really… read more
6 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex & Sophie)
Lix and Sophie were amazing! They easily adapted to our lifestyle, became key team members and good friends. They are both hard working, generous, creative and great fun. Whilst they were here we made great progress on the building , completely re painted and cleaned my house and Sophie painted beautiful designs in my bathroom which has made it… read more
(Excellent
)
5 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alex & Sophie) for host
It was such a pleasure to spend our last month in Morocco with jack and linsey. We arrived with no building experience whatsoever but both left competent in mud plastering, bamboo roofing and a great experience of small community life. They both have an excellent motivated approach to work and problem solving and are open to individual ideas and… read more
6 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvio)
Ah Silvio.... I was so happy you returned to us. You have a lot of wisdom and knowledge which you happily share and force us, in a good way, to think. While here for your too short stay, you rebuilt the compost bins, which are thankfully still chicken free, cooked delicious Italian food, mended the bamboo fencing and kept us heartily entertained!… read more
(Excellent
)
5 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Silvio) for host
Linsey is a special woman.
Being there for the second time
helped me to recover from a previous
unpleasant experience. I had the opportunity
to watch all the progresses made since I left six month
earlier.
Being there is a truly learning environment where
is possible to achieve impressive results in Natural
Building even starting from scratch… read more
Being there for the second time
helped me to recover from a previous
unpleasant experience. I had the opportunity
to watch all the progresses made since I left six month
earlier.
Being there is a truly learning environment where
is possible to achieve impressive results in Natural
Building even starting from scratch… read more
16 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Coraline & Ignacio)
Nacho and Coroline were very determined and hard working volunteers who mastered putting in an electrical system into the new house. They were very thorough in their work and seemed to enjoy the challenge of learning a new life skill. We enjoy working long hours, especially in the Spring before the searing Moroccan summer, and work out design and… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Coraline & Ignacio) for host
We stayed at Linsey’s place for 3 weeks in March. The place is in a nice rural part of Northern Morocco but you can still get to nearby cities easily.
The work load is intense and you will work more than 25 hours per week. Work starts at 9am and lasts until 3 or 3.30pm when lunch is served (with a 30 minute tea break around 12 or so). It then… read more
The work load is intense and you will work more than 25 hours per week. Work starts at 9am and lasts until 3 or 3.30pm when lunch is served (with a 30 minute tea break around 12 or so). It then… read more
7 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Anders & Paula)
Paula and Anders were the best volunteers! They completely submerged themselves into the project, were amazing help and became good friends over the month they were here. They were both quick learners, Anders was a quick and precise worker, paying great attention to detail and finish especially with wood and bamboo work. Paula was amazing… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anders & Paula) for host
We stayed with Linsey for a month to end our one year trip around the world. This was one of our absolute highlights during our year and having done a bunch of workaways before this was also one of the best hosts we have encountered. Linsey is an incredible and inspiring woman, her outlook on life and skills in design, building, management and… read more
19 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles & Kim)
Oh Chas, good to hear from you! You were a great volunteer, fixed lots of stuff and entertained us so much with your amazing "Chasfacts' You were a part of a great team and although we didn't get much done we had a fantastic time, ate great food, and learnt alot. Thank you for you time and energy.
(Excellent
)
19 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Charles & Kim) for host
Hey Lindsey!
Glad to see some awesome progress on the hobbit house! i stayed here for a month and had an amazing time and met some really interesting people! I hope the kittens are doing well
Glad to see some awesome progress on the hobbit house! i stayed here for a month and had an amazing time and met some really interesting people! I hope the kittens are doing well
8 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marisa & Amaru)
Marissa and Amaru were good team members and worked very hard during the month of their stay with me. Araru worked well with Jack on the roof and learnt new carpentry skills, Marissa helped with everything including cleaning the dreaded chicken coop.
Unfortunately we had torrential rain due for the extended period of their stay which holds up… read more
Unfortunately we had torrential rain due for the extended period of their stay which holds up… read more
(Very good
)
29 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marisa & Amaru) for host
We stayed one month at Linsey's beautifull little cob paradise. We enjoyed the work with cob, building the walls and plastering them, but also looking after Dolly, the chickens and helping with the roof construction. We learned different things and could work on our own also by sharing own ideas.
Normally we got up all togheter at 8 and then… read more
Normally we got up all togheter at 8 and then… read more
28 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Alejandro) for host
I had an amazing time staying with Linsey, Jack and the other volunteers.
After a very challenging few months Linsey accepted me as a last minute workaway and I am very grateful for this gift.
She is very kind, the food was great, I enjoyed the tea breaks, the breads, deserts , her house is very homie and there was always good music… read more
After a very challenging few months Linsey accepted me as a last minute workaway and I am very grateful for this gift.
She is very kind, the food was great, I enjoyed the tea breaks, the breads, deserts , her house is very homie and there was always good music… read more
18 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (April & Eben)
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication; Ebon for putting in an amazing plumbing system, despite torrential rain and material supply problem, and April for everything else. You both lightened my load whilst you were here displaying initiative, creativity, perseverance and common sense throughout. Happy Days!
You were an asset to our team… read more
You were an asset to our team… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (April & Eben) for host
Though we arrived at the onset of some of the highest rainfall the area had seen in a long time, we were made to feel warm and welcome throughout our stay.
Linsey was a fantastic host who provided us with great meals and helped us both with projects unrelated to workaway. I (Eben) started learning how to sew and April had some help with her CV… read more
Linsey was a fantastic host who provided us with great meals and helped us both with projects unrelated to workaway. I (Eben) started learning how to sew and April had some help with her CV… read more
15 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Mladen)
Mladen is a beautiful soul, he was a joy to know and to be part of his world albeit for a short time. Mladen bought music, joy, pancakes, funny moments and determination. He was accepting of everything, unphased and above all happy
On a practical note Mladen is also a fantastic photographer who captured 100's of amazing images of the project,… read more
On a practical note Mladen is also a fantastic photographer who captured 100's of amazing images of the project,… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mladen) for host
I had a great experience in Morocco countryside in the village Sidi El Yamani where I spent more than 3 weeks working in Linsey's eco project.
Linsey is one brave and very creative women with amazing energy.
I enjoyed to stay at her place to work and share pleasant moments with her and other workawayers.
I had the accommodation in a small rounded… read more
Linsey is one brave and very creative women with amazing energy.
I enjoyed to stay at her place to work and share pleasant moments with her and other workawayers.
I had the accommodation in a small rounded… read more
12 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
From the moment Jess arrived into a sea of chaos - dead cat, cess pit collapse and escaped donkey we got on great! Jess really entered into the spirit of Moroccan country living with all its ups and downs and blossomed, learning and mastering adobe plastering and always willing to help with any task given. Jess was a great team member with natural… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
My experience at Linsey’s place was everything and more then i expected. You are living in a beautiful landscape in rural Morocco, sharing the space with like minded people and learning about natural building. i thoroughly enjoyed spending my days at Linseys, working on the new house. Helping to build, plaster and shape walls.
Linsey has many… read more
Linsey has many… read more
30 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Vojtěch)
Vojtech was a star! He was a joy to host - always willing to do everything asked of him showing great initiative, and offering to help with all tasks. Vojtech has a really positive mindset and is an excellent team worker. He is an all rounder, a good egg who gets on with everyone, who enjoys working and life in general! I really enjoyed his… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Vojtěch) for host
I had an amazing time staying at Linsey's place. The location is one of the most beautiful I have been to and the host, Linsey is an amazing, friendly and fair person. The work was enjoyable and the atmosphere was always pleasant. Above all I loved the food! Linsey is a great cook and you will not go hungry staying with her. There is enough free… read more
30 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Bruno De la vega)
I loved hosting Bruno, one of the hardest working volunteers ever!
Bruno is humble, thoughtful and quietly confident. Bruno also loves to dig, to do physical hard and to push himself to the limits, he is also super skilled and experienced. He got on with everyone in the team and built strong relationships with both volunteers and locals.
I… read more
Bruno is humble, thoughtful and quietly confident. Bruno also loves to dig, to do physical hard and to push himself to the limits, he is also super skilled and experienced. He got on with everyone in the team and built strong relationships with both volunteers and locals.
I… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Bruno De la vega) for host
Absolutely 100% recomended!, amazing month that i had at the ecovillage, great atmosphere, beautiful countryside, incredible natural food, learning about selfsufficient life, steps to freedom friends!!... Thank you very much Linsay!!!, best wishes.
Miss chillijam tho ;)
Miss chillijam tho ;)
27 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Courtney)
Thank you Courtney! I really enjoyed your stay and witnessing you gaining in confidence, learning new skills and loving being here. Your laughter was infectious, your love of literature persuasive and your joy of life plain for all to see! I really enjoyed your company, and yor work - you got to be an amazing brick maker, increasing your daily… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Courtney) for host
Linsey's EcoVillage was my first workaway after two years of perusing the site for the perfect project--and it really was! I learned far more than I thought was possible and got an authentic sense of Moroccan culture. The work made me a stronger, more capable, and driven human being! The food is amazing--I never had a disappointing meal, and the… read more
14 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Francesca)
Francesca is sweetness itself! She was always willing to help, going out of her way to be useful and do the best she could. We had a lot of fun and I will never forget the chilli hand episode as long as I live! - sorry I had to mention it!! Franzo was part of a great team and although she was here for a short time she left her mark. Thank you for… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Francesca) for host
It's my first workaway and I have never though I coud find a family and many friends. The place is wonderful, the food and the company were amazing. I learnt an other way of life and I will never forget the funny and creazy moment that I lived there. Linsey is a great person. She taught me many things about Marocco and maroccan custom. I really… read more
12 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Magda)
Magda really grew in confidence in the time she stayed with us, learning new practical skills, (not in the kitchen! ) working with cob, making adobe bricks, animal care etc etc and was able to pass these skills to new volunteers, she will be an excellent manager one day for sure. She is really positive, willing to help and tries her best at… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Magda) for host
It was my first workaway, so I was little afraid, but It was best 3 weeks of my life :D
Amazing food, great people, Dolly the donkey, crazy cats(I miss you Kevin, Favourite, Fake Favourite and Unnamed Cat!) and a lot of fun!
Beautiful beach is a perfect place for the weekend or for buying gifts for friends and family ^^
Thank you Linsey for this… read more
Amazing food, great people, Dolly the donkey, crazy cats(I miss you Kevin, Favourite, Fake Favourite and Unnamed Cat!) and a lot of fun!
Beautiful beach is a perfect place for the weekend or for buying gifts for friends and family ^^
Thank you Linsey for this… read more
26 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Bryony)
Bryony was here so little time but made a big impact! As a fellow anglophile and creative spirit we had great conversations, shared ideas and enthusiasms. Bryony left her legacy piece in a beautiful Freezer mural, thank you... She is also very positive person who lights up the space around her. I would welcome a return visit, in the hope she… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Bryony) for host
Linseys place is a wonderful oasis! I had such a lovely time chatting the nights away, discovering the local area and slowly easing myself into moroccon culture, she cooks the most delicous food so even though you work hard you will never go hungry and definitely will see the results grow. Dolly the donkey is so sweet! And so are all the kittens… read more
1 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Julien)
Julien (Daniel!) was a really committed and hard worker who loved progressing building the long awaited Hobbit House. He was really interested in the process, in learning new techniques and above all was a perfectionist, striving to do the best he could in all his work. Julian is also a gentle soul, empathetic. thoughtful and a delight to host. I… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Julien) for host
I great time with Linsey in the quiet and peaceful moroccan countryside. I've spend 3 weeks full of adventure, hard work, great food and nice experiences. The village is tiny but nice, this is a great place to go during the week-end and the beach is great too!
Thank you Linsey! My stay with you was a highlight of my trip in Morocco! Good luck… read more
Thank you Linsey! My stay with you was a highlight of my trip in Morocco! Good luck… read more
26 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)
Thank you Alex and Anna for all your hard work here. You not only made an amazing chicken coop that is now lived in appreciated by 8 hens, 1 rooster and a turkey, but you also taught us new natural building techniques and were great fun, fitting in brilliantly with everyone. You were totally dedicated to the task and very determined to complete… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Alexandre) for host
We spend one month in Linsey's place and it was really nice time there. She let us to had our own proyect that it was to build "the chicken coop". That job it was really funny and satisfactory for us.
She was so nice, showing us the market, the daily life of the local people, food and cakes from another countries ( specially England and Asian, we… read more
She was so nice, showing us the market, the daily life of the local people, food and cakes from another countries ( specially England and Asian, we… read more
23 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel )
(Neutral
)
23 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Daniel ) for host
This was my first workaway and I stayed for three weeks. The worksite is very beautiful, underneath eucalyptus trees in a rural setting. Lindsey is an excellent cook and made many tasty and wholesome meals. During my time there, volunteers constructed a shelter for a donkey, made cob bricks, and set posts for the hobbit house. At times I did feel… read more
17 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomasz)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(No show)
24 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Margaux )
Wow Margeaux, what a women! Margeaux simply loves life, she is always positive, laughs lots and works like a trojan.
I loved having her here , she took over the kitchen, created amazing food in minutes, baked divine bread daily, and was excellent company! She has heaps of energy, ideas and oozes happiness and she left a big gap in the team,… read more
I loved having her here , she took over the kitchen, created amazing food in minutes, baked divine bread daily, and was excellent company! She has heaps of energy, ideas and oozes happiness and she left a big gap in the team,… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Margaux ) for host
Me and my loyal companion Guapa spent around tree fantastics weeks at linsey's house, but i felt like i could stay way longer if i didnt have to go to rabat for a nother project :) I saw a big progress from digging to making the first cob bricks of the new house, even if my main job was to help feeding all the beautiful people there ! Most of… read more
17 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna was a great volunteer who put a lot of energy into the project in the short time she was with us. She mastered painting with ime quickly and was very neat and tidy in all her jobs. Anna enjoyed mixing cob for brick making even tho it meant getting up really early! I would really love you to join us again in the future. Thank you
(Excellent
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14 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I had a great time at Lindsey's!
She taught me how to make cob bricks and paint the insides of her house using natural lime paint. I also helped with some bamboo structures. Lindsey was organised, patient, encouraging and her motivation made working satisfying. She has good taste in music which made work fun as well. We also got to go to the… read more
She taught me how to make cob bricks and paint the insides of her house using natural lime paint. I also helped with some bamboo structures. Lindsey was organised, patient, encouraging and her motivation made working satisfying. She has good taste in music which made work fun as well. We also got to go to the… read more
13 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Niklas Sjøbeck)
Nicolas and Elin Sofia worked really hard during their stay and I really enjoyed their company. We were mainly digging foundations and making design decisions during their stay, Niklas was very knowledgeable and helped me a lot. I am glad to report that any tensions have been sorted out and that it is full steam ahead with the build. Thank you so… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Niklas Sjøbeck) for host
Our stay with Linsey was such a good way to finish our traveling in Morocco. We had a short two weeks, but we were still able to do a lot of different tasks that were really enjoyable (we do enjoy pick-axing hard clay soil). The food was wonderful and one day we actually managed to eat before sunset ;)
Linsey is a very cool person with a head full… read more
Linsey is a very cool person with a head full… read more
13 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara & Gabriel)
It was fantastic having Clara and Gabe volunteer with us, They brought great energy and enthusiasm to the project and achieved a lot in the 2 short weeks they were here. Their legacy to the project is the amazing bunk bed in the roundhouse and Clara's aubergine caviar and tomato salad. BOth Clara and Gabe enjoyed working hard and were keen to… read more
(Excellent
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9 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Clara & Gabriel) for host
We spent two weeks at Linsey's and had a magical time there ! Food, lodging and company was fantastic and it is the first time we actually experienced such a great sense of community in a workaway. Linsey is a devoted host who lives the full experience of her project along with the workawayers and leaves loads of room for personal inspiration.… read more
12 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ida)
Ida was a joy to host, she was only with us for 5 days but we had great fun, and achieved a lot. Ida has a great work ethic and I really enjoyed
her being here, she picked up skills very quickly and we managed to clean and paint most of the house whilst she was here. Thank you so much for your help, you are welcome back anytime.
her being here, she picked up skills very quickly and we managed to clean and paint most of the house whilst she was here. Thank you so much for your help, you are welcome back anytime.
(Excellent
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10 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ida) for host
This is the last place we stayed in Morocco and it was a great way to finish: great food, great company, and satisfying work.
We helped make natural bricks and repaint her (amazing) house, we worked pretty hard but it never felt forced upon us, she's just so motivational I wanted to see though what I'd started.
Also thanks for all the recipes I… read more
We helped make natural bricks and repaint her (amazing) house, we worked pretty hard but it never felt forced upon us, she's just so motivational I wanted to see though what I'd started.
Also thanks for all the recipes I… read more
27 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Felix)
Paul was amazing support giving his all to the project in the three short weeks he was with the project. I loved working with him, we discussed design, ideas, and methodology and then built in record time. Paul is an excellent listener, pleasantly challenging and super skilled, he inspires, amuses and is a great team member who has great personal… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host
I really enjoyed the time I spend at linsey´s "paradies". It was one of the best workaway experience I ever had (sixth workaway place). At this place you get the chance to have your own project and linsey is open for all good and new ideas. Because of that it didn't feel like work for me. As an example I had the opportunity to built a pizza oven.… read more
13 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Paolo)
Thank you Paulo! I loved having you here too; I loved your enthusiasm, your energy and your perseverance to finish the chicken coop no matter what the weather! You brought expertise, ideas, good listening and a quiet determination.
Paulo mastered many skills whilst he was here and was especially adept at plastering with cow dung by hand,… read more
Paulo mastered many skills whilst he was here and was especially adept at plastering with cow dung by hand,… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Paolo) for host
My experience at Linsey’s was marvellous, from the beginning to the end. I went there to learn about natural building materials and aftrer 10 minutes I had arrived I was already building with cob and straw.
Linsey had total faith in me and the other volunteers and she just unleashed our full potential by allowing people to experiment, be… read more
Linsey had total faith in me and the other volunteers and she just unleashed our full potential by allowing people to experiment, be… read more
28 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Delilah & Pip)
Pip and Lilah were ideal volunteers, I really enjoyed their company as well as benefitted enormously from all their hard work. They 'hit the ground running' creating a new seating area in their first few days here, working together in perfect harmony and having great fun at the same time. Whilst they were here we continued to make amazing progress… read more
(Excellent
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26 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Delilah & Pip) for host
We have just finished an amazing three weeks at Linsey's house. We both had a thoroughly enjoyable time in Morocco- Linsey was an amazing host in every way, making us feel welcome and useful from the moment we arrived. At Linsey's you will feel like a part of the family, and be thoroughly spoilt, especially when it comes to food! She served us… read more
28 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole & Alexandre)
Thank you Nicki and Al, the respect is mutual!
Nicki and Al were an asset to the team and worked really hard to create two garden beds that are now flourishing thanks to their care and attention. Nicki and Al have a 'can do' positive attitude to everything they do from helping in the kitchen, to digging and creating. They were also great fun and… read more
Nicki and Al were an asset to the team and worked really hard to create two garden beds that are now flourishing thanks to their care and attention. Nicki and Al have a 'can do' positive attitude to everything they do from helping in the kitchen, to digging and creating. They were also great fun and… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nicole & Alexandre) for host
Aside from the Sahara Desert, the two weeks we spent volunteering at Lindsey's place were a total highlight of our overall three month stay in Morocco. In the four years we have been volunteering with Workaway programs, it was refreshing to finally find an organized host! Lindsey is direct without being rude, she is professional without being… read more
17 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sjoerd) for host
A breath-taking oasis among the eucalyptus trees, run by a British lady who manages to make an eco project in a small village in Morocco work while making her house feel like a home! Always delicious meals, coffee and cookies and good conversations :) Her honesty, her caring nature and ability to see everyone’s skills and to inspire, her… read more
30 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sjoerd)
Sjoerd was an amazing volunteer, and I miss him dearly! He is a highly skilled carpenter, being able to make everything I asked, whilst he was here he extended a roof, built a saw horse, a log store, put up shelves, fixed lots of things around the house and made a new cover for my cess pit. He was also a very quiet, reflective person with lots of… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Stéphanie & Jacques)
Jaques and Stephanie were with me for a month and we made great progress. They were a great team, working as one in perfect harmony. During the time they were here we were digging foundations to the hobbit house and a new cess pit and boy could they dig; Stephanie wheelbarrowed tons of soil relentlessly and Jaques was a demon with a pick and… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Stéphanie & Jacques) for host
We spent one month at Linsey's place and had a great time. We did various things like digging, eco building, planting trees, etc. It was sometimes hard but always enriching. Linsey is both an awesome cook and a skilled baker so we enjoyed good food everyday. She was also resourceful when it came to organize our free time, being able to tell us… read more
30 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosie)
I loved having Rosie here! She quickly adapted to her new environment, and became central to our work, being loved by me and all the team! Rosie has a great 'lets do it now ' attitude and brought the project a new lease of life with her irrepressible energy. Rosie may be young in years but she has a mature attitude way beyond them. I felt… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rosie) for host
I stayed with Linsey for a little over a month and I loved it! The project is a fantastic place to volunteer at, there is always lots to do and the progress is amazing to watch happen. During my stay I helped with planting seedlings ready for the summer, painting, digging, foraging local plants and became Linsey's right hand woman to ensure all… read more
20 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
Michael was a great workaday volunteer, he worked really hard, and was especially good at digging holes! He got along with the team and was a fantastic team member. Michael gained in confidence in the month he was with us, was Kean to learn and showed great enthusiasm for the project. Thanks Michael, you did a great job, good luck in everything… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
Salaam Aleikum!
Absolutely loved this project! Linsey and Salah are brilliant hosts.
I saw a lot of progress take place in the month I was here, watching the process of planning the next steps for the Eco Village was inspiring, and the resourcefulness in using the available materials around for construction was very impressive.
I enjoyed the work… read more
Absolutely loved this project! Linsey and Salah are brilliant hosts.
I saw a lot of progress take place in the month I was here, watching the process of planning the next steps for the Eco Village was inspiring, and the resourcefulness in using the available materials around for construction was very impressive.
I enjoyed the work… read more
30 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Brad) for host
My 2 week experience at the project was hard work but very rewarding, the volunteer team made nice progress on some much needed projects such as, drainage trenches, preparing land for future builds, constructing a paved entrance with stairs, readying building materials for future construction and a few fun odd jobs. The site is just a 10min walk… read more
26 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
Becky was a breath of fresh air to the project and brought with her maturity, creativity and managerial skills way beyond her years! She was always enthusiastic, diplomatic, assertive and utterly charming. I would certainly recommend Becky to other hosts, and would welcome her back anytime either as a volunteer or a guest Thank you and good luck … read more
(Excellent
)
26 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
I stayed with Linsey for a short 10 days and had a wonderful time. Linsey is an excellent host and made me feel welcome and very at home from the second I arrived. I left my mark on the project by creating a bamboo lampshade for the round house and painted the pillars on the porch in lovely bright colours to look like rainbow eucalyptus. We… read more
10 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lewis)
Lewis's stay with us was sadly cut short due to my ill health. In the short time he was here Lewis proved to be a diligent and hard worker, he fitted in with the team, was committed, confident and cool. I would definitely recommend him to other projects. Good luck in all your future work and travels.
(Excellent
)
9 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lewis) for host
Although my stay with Linsey was short, I had a great experience. Me and a fellow volunteer were working on the roofing of the small bungalow, which was getting on very nicely! Everybody was very open to different ideas and different ways of doing things.
Linsey and the 9th er volunteers were very friendly and helpful and had a good team… read more
Linsey and the 9th er volunteers were very friendly and helpful and had a good team… read more
3 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanna)
Hannah wasa joy to host, she stayed with us for five weeks and in that time gave her heart and energy to the project, she was a very keen and thorough worker, who played attention to detail and was always keen to please. Whilst with us Hannah learned a lot, and got on with everyone. Thank you for everything and good luck in all your travel's
(Excellent
)
22 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host
This was my first work away experience and I could not have asked for a more amazing stay. Linsey invited us into her beautiful home and within minutes of our arrival I knew I was in love. The work site is located perfectly on the country side and everyday I was amazed by the vast beauty of the green hills and farms surrounding us. The sunset… read more
22 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Josh)
Josh was a great volunteer who was willing and able to do almost anything! He became our 'bamboo master' in the five weeks he stayed with us. He is extraordinarily tall which came in very handy also. Josh was very friendly and fostered 'egg salad' relations with the whole team especially Ibraahim our labourer. Thank you Josh for being a fantastic… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Josh) for host
All I can say is that my stay with Lindsay was truly amazing . The work was enjoyable and I learnt many great skills that I can take away will me. Market day was great and the food was always amazing. Thanks again Lindsay for having me and I will defiantly be back to visit you and of course flicks :)
30 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
It's a rewarding experience, everybody had an input into the construction and the best idea was used, I had a really great time building the walls/some of the roof of a Bungalow, painting, helping with a couple of little projects such as dog houses and a vanity made life long friends with two other workaways, two locals workers from the village,… read more
27 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kieran & Marcella)
Thank you Kieran and Marcella! We loved you being here too, although a week was too short to get to know you properly. You both contributed a lot to the roundhouse build and we made significant progress when you were here. Please join our facebook group to keep up with developments. Wishing you all the best with your continued travels.
(Excellent
)
13 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Kieran & Marcella) for host
Our 1 week with linsey at the eco village was awesome. Work on the round mud house was hands on and we got to see a lot of progress in only one week. The site is great, nice views, nice house, great food and good company. Linsey is very hospitable and willl make sure your stay is comfortable. We recommend this project! And we also send our love to… read more
26 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura was a joy to host! She arrived a little unsure but soon warmed to us and shone. Laura brought many qualities to our project; creativity, attention to detail, a positive attitude and of course cleanliness! Laura was always willing to help and got on well with everyone, making a big effort to learn Moroccan Arabic. Laura has a lot of skills to… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
Hello!
I stayed with Lindsay and Salah for 2 weeks in total and I had the most amazing time. As soon as I met them on my arrival I knew I was in safe and welcoming hands. The site is wonderfully rural, and the progress they have made so far is beautifully impressive.
Lindsay welcomed me into her home as one of her own, she couldn't have been… read more
I stayed with Lindsay and Salah for 2 weeks in total and I had the most amazing time. As soon as I met them on my arrival I knew I was in safe and welcoming hands. The site is wonderfully rural, and the progress they have made so far is beautifully impressive.
Lindsay welcomed me into her home as one of her own, she couldn't have been… read more
26 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jake & Morgan)
Jake and Morgan were exemplary volunteers, workers, guests and now friends! During their initial visit they made great strides in building our roundhouse as well as undertaking and completing lots of little projects that have improved our quality of life. During their stay I felt confident to go on holiday leaving them in charge of other… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jake & Morgan) for host
Our stay with Linsey and Salah was deffinately a memorable one. From the moment we arrived we felt at home and at ease. As our first volunteer experience we could not have hoped for anything better.
Salah was great company throughout and really helped us grasp the Moroccan lifestyle. Salah was our source of entertainment in the evening and… read more
Salah was great company throughout and really helped us grasp the Moroccan lifestyle. Salah was our source of entertainment in the evening and… read more
26 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben)
Ben was a fantastic Workawayer, he was prepared to work hard at every task, as well as have fun, build great bonfires and generally amuse us all with his dry wit. Ben got on well with, and was loved by everyone and was a pleasure to host,. Thanks for all your hard work and creativity, you are missed!
(Excellent
)
23 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ben) for host
Working with Linsey and Salah was so great. I learnt so much here and really got into the project. I was given a lot of freedom to give my ideas and input into the project and work on tasks that interested me as well and try things i had never done before! I learnt some of the local language and even made friends with a few of the locals!
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