Helping hands wanted for house, garden and pets in Catalonia, Spain

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16/01/2021
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House in Spain is 400 meters from the sea.
Situated 1 hr. from Barcelona and 1/2 hr. Girona.
Lloret de Mar is a popular meeting place for young people.

We normally need just a helping hand in the garden and house, somebody with some skills in carpentry or basic electricity will be warmly welcomed. Volunteers must be absolute animal lovers (there are a few furry friends here), because dog walking and cat feeding is part of the daily tasks.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
In Spain : many good beaches. The bigger ones are Lloret main beach and just south of that, Fenals beach. But many other beaches offer you a great day out as well: Canyelles beach, Sta Christina beach, Sta Boadella beach (with the half of space officially assigned to nudists) and many more small ones.

The town is actually known as the party town of the Costa Brava, mainly because of the amount of bars and lively night life in the summer.

Transport to Barcelona and Girona is easy as there are plenty of buses going daily back and forth from Lloret.
Help
Generall maintenance in house and garden, animal care.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
private apartment in our house with wifi
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 3 hours 5 days a week

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23/08/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Agustin)

Augustin was my hero in shining amor. I desperately needed somebody quickly to take care about my animals and house while I needed to go to France and there he was. He came on his motorbike within hours and I trusted him straight away. No only did he leave everything in perfect order, he repaired, painted, cooked and even made phone calls to… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2020

Left by Workawayer (Agustin) for host

My first Workaway and I have nothing but words of thanks to Antje. It was really a last minute call. She had to travel and needed someone to stay at her house taking care of her dogs, cats and the garden. Without knowing me much, just for a few hours the day before she had to travel, she trusted me and was able to travel peacefully. Taking care of… read more

(Excellent )

29/03/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Kristine)

Kristine is everything what workaway is about. Kind, helpful, respectful and always in a good mood. She look after my house and my animals with the best possible care. The animals really loved her and showed it. She is a great person to be with , but unfortunately her stay was cut short due the coronervirus crisis and she had to return home. I was… read more

(Excellent )

29/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Kristine) for host

I had a wonderful time at Antje's place. She is a lovely person and a superb host. My first few days Antje showed me around the house and how to care for the dogs and cats (such adorable animals, each with their own lovable personalities). My first full week there I house sat as Antje had to go up to the south of France. She made sure I knew where… read more

(Excellent )

25/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host

I loved every moment of my time in Lloret de Mar. You cannot beat the sunsets and the company of the animals at the house. Anje is a wonderful host who always enjoys a good chat on the porch overlooking the breathtaking views. Her three dogs and cats are very warm and I miss my evening walks overlooking the sea with the dogs.

I highly recommend… read more

(Excellent )

15/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Liane) for host

What an amazing experience for my 1st workaway. Antji's home is a joy to take care of in the most beautiful location, close to beach and many breath taking walks. The 'gang' of animals are gorgeous and the daily walk with the dogs became the highlight of my day. Antji is a truly wonderful host and I've made a friend for life. My time in Lloret… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Liane)

What can I say, apart they we connected straight away from the moment we met. Liane is very enthusiastic , competent and trustworthy. When I had to leave for a while she looked after the house, animals (she had to administer tablets to some) and even took care over summer guests who came to stay in the house. 2 weeks stay turned into 5 weeks and… read more

(Excellent )

21/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Axel) for host

Hello Antje Thanks again for the hospitality in Lloret de Mar and Villepinte France.
As a 100th Workawayer, of course, something special.
I got to know 6 other very nice helpful workaways in my time. Especially Darek, Jola, Mikel, and Jeffrey.
My woks were a lot of fun gardening, renovation painting and a wooden construction for a carport
(seat… read more

(Very good )

09/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Kauri & Laure)

Kauri is helpful, kind, accommodating and polite. He does his work conscientiously and trustworthy and the animals loved him. We had nice conversations over dinner and I will always welcome him back.

(Excellent )

09/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Kauri & Laure) for host

Antje is a fantastic host! Good cook and so many workaway stories. Amazing accommodation with a pool, 5 minutes walk to the beach and 10 minutes walk to a major night life area. Really fair workload for what you get in return

Thanks so much again Antje! I'll message if I'm ever around again :)

(Excellent )

31/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia)

Qué suerte tuve al encontrar a esta hermosa mujer. Llegamos desde el primer momento y nos hicimos amigos. Todo lo que hace es súper correcto, ordenado y limpio. Siempre alegre, risueña y con un gran sentido del humor. Ella y los otros trabajadores no solo me ayudaron, sino que también organizaron una fiesta de inauguración de la casa, que nunca… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Silvia) for host

Mi primer workaway con Antje será inolvidable. Me encantó conocerla. Ahora somos amigas!!! Es una mujer muy trabajadora, agradable, de buen corazón. Hicimos muchas cosas, hasta una hermosa fiesta francesa.... trabajamos en equipo con Joana de Usa y Carlos de España. Realmente compartir con ellos fue una experiencia increible y enriquecedora.… read more

(Excellent )

06/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Lourdes & Lucia) for host

Me and my sister spend 13 days with Antje. This was our first experience as workawayers and we couldn't have ask for a better place to start. Antje is amazing and very welcoming, she made us felt at home from the beginning. And she's an amazing cook too.
Her pets are just adorable and very easy to take care off.
The house is amazing and you can… read more

(Excellent )

17/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Mariano & Antonella)

Mariano and Antonela are a very sweet couple and do everything to make you comfortable. They done an excellent painting job doing the railings around the house ( and there were a few ), being very clean and tidy. Good luck on your journeys and you always welcomed back.

(Excellent )

17/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Mariano & Antonella) for host

What a pleasure to have stayed with Antje, the work is not hard and se is so nice and friendly.
For sure we would love to come back for a longer time =)

(Excellent )

15/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Alaine)

Alaine came sadly just for a short time, I wish it would have been longer. Her quite and respectful manners stood out and all the work she done was absolutely brilliant (gardening , cooking, cleaning ). The dogs loved her and I really enjoyed her company, you always welcome. Thanks

(Excellent )

15/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Alaine) for host

Staying with Antje and her pups was such a lovely experience. She is an incredibly sweet and welcoming woman who made me feel comfortable immediately. Cooking meals together and conversation was always a wonderful time. I enjoyed the yard work and caring for the dogs, the work was never too difficult or long and always reasonable. You cannot beat… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Constanza & Sergio Martin)

Estas maravillosas personas vienen a mi casa y me ayudan con todo. Y podían hacer casi todo, jardinería, electricidad, cocina, limpieza, carpintería, etc. todo se hacía con una sonrisa. La mayor sorpresa fue cuando me hicieron un pastel de cumpleaños y se pararon frente a mi puerta con esto y globos en sus manos. Gracias mis amigos, hasta que nos… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Constanza & Sergio Martin) for host

Con solo un pie fuera de su casa ya comenzamos a extrañarla. Antje nos recibió en su hogar con una sonrisa, sus tres alegres perros y todos los gatos que la rodean!. Ella es tan amable, que da placer ayudarla y acompañarla. Cocina excelente, y siempre tiene muchas historias para contar!!!
El espacio que brinda es muy cómodo, no hace falta nada… read more

(Excellent )

04/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Charley & Dana)

What a fabulous team, I hardly had to instruct them, they knew everthing what there was to do and even more ( you really didn't have to clean the gutter, Charley). They are squeaky clean and always in a good mood. Charley is such a good cook , so if need to put on some pounds, let him in your kitchen and enjoy every dish he presents with his… read more

(Excellent )

03/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Charley & Dana) for host

A whole month we stayed with Antje and her merry band of cats and dogs in Lloret and we absolutely loved every day of it!

We are super grateful to Antje for having us. We have had great fun together. She is an excellent and very experienced host and a good friend now!

We have also made friends for life with the dogs Freddy, Bambi and Cora. Three… read more

(Excellent )

21/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Valerie )

Valerie is a really nice and trustworthy helper. Very sweet with animals and always cheerfull. Go Valerie, go.........

(Excellent )

10/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Valerie ) for host

This was my first workaway and it was fantastic I hope that one day that I get to go back and visit. Antje is fantastic and the nicest person. I would 100% recommend this to anyone that wants to visit Spain.

Thank you!!

(Excellent )

07/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Robin & William)

Robin and William are great workers. William did a lot of repairing , painting and maintenance work around the house and surprised me as an excellent window cleaner. Robin is a wizzard in the the garden and a superb cook ( that good, that she had to cook every day). I had a great time at game night ,when they taught me a new card game. (new to me… read more

(Excellent )

02/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Robin & William) for host

Robin and I had a great two weeks with Antje in Lloret de Mar, walking the dogs, Freddi and Bambi, working in the a.m. and cooking the daily meal at one which we ate together. Robin did much of the gardening and cooking while I handled maintenance projects such as painting/staining some antique furniture and some masonry work installing a new… read more

(Excellent )

02/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Indalecio) for host

Antje is a friendly host. She is a good cook and the accommodation is great. The location is 5 minutes walking to a great beech. I really enjoyed in her place. Thank you very much.

(Excellent )

01/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Indalecio)

Indie, as I called him was a little pearl. In his quiet and gentle manner he did all the task I ask him and beyond. Extremly good with the animals I enjoy his company and his cooking. Hope to see you again, good luck

(Excellent )

03/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Marc)

Marc was actually the first one of my 3 musketeers to arrive. I called them so, because the were all 19, had the same high and no feedbacks. I was experimenting to prove the very young people can be good workers and right I was. He is very neat, tidy and particularly orginized. He cleaned out the garage and the toolbox. Punctually he walk the dogs… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Marc) for host

I‘ve spend 3 weeks with Antje and I‘m already sad that it‘s over. The location is just wonderful as there is alot of beautiful nature, beaches and the city is also very close (5 min walking).
Antje is a very honest and funny person and the food she‘s making is delicious. Shes also very good in finding the right work for you as she‘s giving you… read more

(Excellent )

31/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Flavia)

Flavia is diligent, accurate and very meticulous. Give her a tedious job that needs a lot of patience and she will do it easily. She is immensely strong for her petite figure and has no fear of heavy work like dragging stones etc. Always in a good mood and cheerful, she is an asset to any team and animals love her. Her english improved… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Flavia) for host

Ok, it's really hard for me to find words that could really describe how amazing my experience with Antje has been. First to arrive I expectes nothing, but even if I had, it wouldt not be anything similar to the happyness I felt. I felt at home since the really first second i put a feet in the house. It was my first workaway experience and I will… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Mohamad )

This guy was an absolute gem, always willing to help and no work was to hard for him. Eager to learn, he is fast understanding, but the best thing about him is his shinning personality. Never in bad mood, witty and intelligent, he got on the other workawayers. We had lovely conversations and fun. Highly recommended, if you need an honest helper… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Mohamad ) for host

Antje was my first work-away host and words cannot describe how good of a time I had with her, and my fellow work-awayers at her beautiful home in Lloret de Mar! Antje herself is the sweetest and funniest woman I have personally met for a long time. Open-minded, good-hearted and truely a young spirit. I had the best conversations with her, and… read more

(Excellent )

20/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Adna & Adi)

It was great fun having this friendly couple in the house as they had great social skills and got on with other volunteers. Never said no to any task given, they are hard working, always happy and great with the animals, even given Loui, the house cat, special treatment with an eye wash. Sometimes we solved the world problems at night ( or at… read more

(Excellent )

19/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Adna & Adi) for host

We've spent two weeks at this lovely place and had real fun doing so. The daily tasks were not hard, consisting of walking the two beautiful dogs, general maintenance of the house and gardens surrounding it, and after that you had a lot of time to walk around Lloret de Mar. Accommodation is absolutely great, but since the weather is beautiful you… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jola & Darek) for host

We spent over a month with Antje and we loved every minute of it. It was the best time of our 4 months of traveling. We had a great accomodation a few minutes from the beach so we could go there every day. Working for Antje was a pleasure and fun. Her pets ( 3 sweet dogs and small gang of cats) easy to take care of and very loveable. We all became… read more

(Excellent )

04/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jola & Darek)

I find it very difficult to write a feedback about this amazing couple as I want to give them 6 stars. They stayed nearly 5 weeks with me and I wish it would have been longer. Darek can put his hands on nearly everything and it is his pride to finish everything perfectly, while Jola managed to help clearing out the house, tidiying up, look after… read more

(Excellent )

09/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Claudio)

Claudio very pleasant nature and good manners makes you want to have him around your house. Never a bad word and always willing to do some work. He multi tasking and can do almost everything (e.g. building work, carpentry etc.) All the animals loved him too. Very recommended.

(Excellent )

05/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Claudio) for host

As I entered Antje's house I immediately knew that I was going to like it. The house is actually two houses one on top of the other and the upper one is just for volunteers.
After walking the gods and finishing the work of the day I still had more time to go to the beach and walk around.
The place is beautiful, I felt very relaxed and I very… read more

(Excellent )

02/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Logan)

Logan is really trying hard to please anyone and a great worker. She cleaned, cooked ,did some gardening and took the dogs for walks. Never complained, recommended to every host. Thanks Logan.

(Excellent )

18/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Aliaksandr)

This nice young man was a pleasure to have him in the house. Always polite and attentive he worked very hard and fast. An excellent social behaviour made him get along with all the other helpers. We had great conversations over diner and a glass of wine or two. Good luck on your travels.

(Excellent )

17/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Aliaksandr) for host

I have stayed at this amazing place one month. And I have to say that it was such wonderfull month in my life! The house and surrounding are very picturecue and pieceful.
Antje is very friendly, pleasant and helpful woman. We had a lot of interesting conversation and delicios diners!
Thank you! It was great! Hope one day come back)
Wish you lot of… read more

(Excellent )

17/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (claudio) for host

My first experience about workaway with Antey was really fantastic, she is like a aunt for me. She helped me always when I needed. I enjoyed to walk whit Freddy, bamby and Cora. You can ask she everything and say always yes. The work with her isn't hard and you can enjoy in day off. I hope to coming back soon :)

(Excellent )

01/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (claudio)

Claudio is a very pleasant, balanced person, who you like to have around. Always willing to help and never once he said no to any kind of dirty work. He loved to take the dogs for walks and cooked the pasta from heaven. Highly recommended to anyone.

(Excellent )

09/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Laure & Ignacio) for host

This was our first experience as workawayers, and we had an amazing time. Antje was always available and very welcoming; there was always an interesting thing to talk about. The place was marvelous: beautiful house, with plenty and varied work to be done; next to the beach, no more than 5 minutes; right next to downtown. We always had time to… read more

(Excellent )

06/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Laure & Ignacio)

Laure and Ignacio are what it says on the package : a happy smiley couple, eager to help with excellent manners. Ignacio changed locks, painted and did general maintenace around the house, while Laure keep being busy with cleaning, cooking and giving me a helping hand wherever she could. I am missing her wonderful homemade cakes already. They will… read more

(Excellent )

05/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Celine) for host

As I think about my first experience as a workawayer, I smile! What a blessing to be there with Antje and her pets! I felt like home, with family. Antje's place is of wonders: the house and the neighborhood are amazing. I loved to walk the dogs through an amazing trail and come back to feed them and the cats, watching the seagulls flying over our… read more

(Excellent )

02/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Celine)

What great experience that was. I needed somebody quickly to come and house sit , so Celine came and adapted fast. Dogs, cats , household just everything she done with ease. After I came back, she help me to organize stuff which needed sorting, she cleaned and was a wonderful, happy person to have around. Hopefully she comes back one day. Thank… read more

(Excellent )

10/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Marian)

How lucky I was ! Marian stayed with me just a short time and her energy was overwhelming. She helped where she could as well one could learn a lot from her life experience and her way of positive, calm thinking. Thank you , you are always welcome.

(Excellent )

15/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Denis & Diane) for host

Antje has been really great with me and other workaways...shee cooked good meals and let us plenty of food in our place. Never complain, just good words about me and us. She is a great woman with a great heart! Also, the site is few minutes from nice beaches and the weather was very good. I stayed 10 days, 10 days of happiness. Thank you again… read more

(Excellent )

15/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Denis & Diane)

Really don't know where to start to praise this extraordinary man. In true workaway spirit he arrived and helped everywhere he could. I never stopped. This friendly energy with a bubbly mix of polite chatter and good humor made him so lovable. He turned my overgrown backyard into a garden, walked the dogs and made fantastic pancakes. He just… read more

(Excellent )

29/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Junha)

Junha was a workawayer every host should experience, kind and polite. He did every task I ask for and got along great with other workawayers.
The animals absolutely adored him and missing him. Highly recommended.

(Excellent )

14/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Junha) for host

This was my second workaway experience. I stayed 3weeks more. There are good trails in the surrounding area. Although my english language is lack, Antje is treat me kindly. I agree with the idea of Greg.
she is a very nice woman who knows how to treat people.

If you like animals, here is very nice place.

Thank you antje, what a great heart! I… read more

(Excellent )

03/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Greg) for host

This was my first workaway experience and what a treat it was. Costa Brava is so beautiful and the wine is super cheap. Alex and I loved Antje's hospitality and kindness. She is a very nice woman who knows how to treat workers. Taking us out for drinks and paella, even!! We never had to work more than 3.5 to 4 hours and she even brought us coffee… read more

(Excellent )

31/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Greg)

Greg and Alex were an absolute pleasure have around. Everything you asked was done straight away, they were always happy and great with the animals . I only can highly recommend these nice guys to any host. Antje

(Excellent )

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