Help with renovations and gardening in Hythe, on the Kent coast

United Kingdom

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06/08/2019
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Chris and I have three grown up children and a rescue dog called Daisy. We lived in London until recently when we moved to the Kent Coast. We have an 18th Century house with lovely views if the sea. The beach is a five minute walk away. The house has two small flats on the second floor. The house has been very neglected in the past and although structurally sound is in need of much work! Chris is an experienced "renovator" having transformed all our past homes both in the UK France and Spain. We are hoping to develop a garden that will meet our fruit and veg needs but still look pretty with lots of all year round colour.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Help in the house
Help
We are looking for volunteers to help in all aspects of the renovation; labouring, painting and decorating, plumbing, plastering etc. In the garden the clearing and preparation is complete to help with planting and general garden maintenance.
Languages spoken
English Spanish and a smattering of French
Accommodation
There is a self contained flat with beautiful sea views on the second floor of the house that would be available for the volunteers.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5

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Hythe sea front

Feedback left by and about host (6)

18/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)

Thomas is lovely. Daisy the dog loved him and she is a very good judge of character. He worked hard and joined in with the life of the house. We loved having him at stay and hope that now he is living in the area he will be a regular guest. Thank you Thomas.

(Excellent )

06/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host

Nicky and Chris are incredible. I am very grateful for their kindness and how they welcomed me into their lives. The week I spent with them was far beyond what I was expecting or hoping for; it turned out to be such an enriching experience. Highly recommended. Thank you Nicky, Chris... and Daisy!

(Excellent )

30/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Suzannah)

Suzannah and Alex helped us in August this year and they were amazing. They are very skilled and helped with jobs inside and outside the house. Our garden is transformed with electric lighting in our shed - a waterfall, new walls to name only a few things . They worked hard, followed directions and used their initiative. More improtantly they … read more

(Excellent )

10/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Suzannah) for host

We stayed with Nicky and Chris for nearly four weeks and absolutely loved every moment! Such kind, generous people who welcomed us into there home and made it feel like our own (Which is much appreciated while traveling! ) Instructions were always clear & helpful and the work never too hard, good variety, we enjoyed it!

Food was super, there… read more

(Excellent )

14/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Paula & Daniel)

The best worksaways the world has ever known. We want you back! Paula and Dan are highly skilled, hard working and just lovely. We miss you!

(Excellent )

14/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Paula & Daniel) for host

We stayed with Chris and Nicola for 3 weeks and it wasnt enough! We were so sad when we left because they are such genuine warm people, they made us feel part of the family and we never once felt uncomfortable. We had a really great experience working for them because of the way they are so funny, kind, and full of stories to share!

The… read more

(Excellent )

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