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Description
Enjoy up to a two-week stay in a private bedroom with a private bathroom.
We’re currently seeking help with painting, cleaning, and light maintenance in September.
The offer is for 15 hours of work per week per person in exchange for room, filtered water, WIFI, and laundry.
A little bit about Puerto Viejo & our property:
Experience what it's like to live as an ex-pat in Puerto Viejo. My family owns a one-acre farm in the lush tropical rainforest only 1km from the gorgeous Caribbean Ocean. Puerto Viejo is a funky little community with an eclectic mix of Costa Ricans, Jamaicans, and ex-pats from all over the world.
The beaches here are stunningly raw, you can explore cove after cove, sometimes being the only person around. Most people get around on bikes where you can get to shopping, yoga, surfing, and dozens of restaurants easily. There are plenty of extracurricular activities to get involved in, opportunities to explore breathwork, ecstatic dance, Cacao Ceremonies, and much more. It truly is a lovely community where making friends and getting plugged in is easy.
Types of help and learning opportunities
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will learn what it's like to live in an eclectic town with people from all over the world. We truly get along, enjoy each other and work together. It's a special place.
Opportunities to surf, learn Spanish, and participate in yoga and other healing modalities abound here.
There are opportunities to get involved with the indigenous Bri Bri tribe, learn Spanish, and learn about the amazing process of growing cacao and making it into chocolate.
Help
Enjoy up to a 2-week stay in a private bedroom with a private bathroom. We’re currently seeking support with cleaning, painting, and light maintenance.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
You will stay in one of the bnb's on our property. Both are clean and airy and have their private bathrooms. One has its own private kitchen and the other shares a kitchen with one other bedroom/unit.
For grocery shopping, there's a fruit & vegetable truck that passes by daily where you can buy your fresh produce, or you can take a 20-minute walk to the grocery store, 1.5 km away.
What else ...
There are plenty of activities going on around town to get involved in, Yoga, beach volleyball, etc.
It's very easy to get around, you can walk, rent bikes, hire a tuk-tuk, use the public bus system, or hitchhike.
Again, there is so much to get involved in!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 662625933766
Feedback (21)
14 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Roman & Eva Marina) for host
We had an amazing stay at Megs little jungle paradise. Her hospitality and open minded character made us always feel comfortable. We had our own cabin and an outdoor kitchen to cook. The workload was not too much, tasks were communicated properly and we could always decide when we would like to work. You can find so many different fruit trees on… read more
7 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosy & Chris)
Rosy and Chris were amazing to host. Chris made us a video and helped us with our YouTube channel and Rosy did marketing work and helped with our website. They are mature, responsible, fun, and kind people. I highly recommend Rosy and Chris, we miss them already!
(Excellent
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7 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rosy & Chris) for host
We had a wonderful two-week experience with Meg and Raina, helping them with various video, photography and marketing activities. It was an absolute joy to support them with their business - communication was always clear and the process was really well-organised from beginning to end. They are super fun to work with and took the time to get to… read more
27 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rhett & Isabel ) for host
Meg's exceptional warmth and hospitality made our stay truly unforgettable. She was an absolute pleasure to work with, always communicating clearly and thoughtfully. The property's charming accommodations, complete with everything we needed, were just a short stroll away from a breathtaking beach. We wholeheartedly recommend this experience to… read more
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14 May 2025
Left by Workawayer (Roman & Eva Marina) for host
We had an amazing stay at Megs little jungle paradise. Her hospitality and open minded character made us always feel comfortable. We had our own cabin and an outdoor kitchen to cook. The workload was not too much, tasks were communicated properly and we could always decide when we would like to work. You can find so many different fruit trees on… read more
7 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosy & Chris)
Rosy and Chris were amazing to host. Chris made us a video and helped us with our YouTube channel and Rosy did marketing work and helped with our website. They are mature, responsible, fun, and kind people. I highly recommend Rosy and Chris, we miss them already!
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rosy & Chris) for host
We had a wonderful two-week experience with Meg and Raina, helping them with various video, photography and marketing activities. It was an absolute joy to support them with their business - communication was always clear and the process was really well-organised from beginning to end. They are super fun to work with and took the time to get to… read more
27 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rhett & Isabel ) for host
Meg's exceptional warmth and hospitality made our stay truly unforgettable. She was an absolute pleasure to work with, always communicating clearly and thoughtfully. The property's charming accommodations, complete with everything we needed, were just a short stroll away from a breathtaking beach. We wholeheartedly recommend this experience to… read more
16 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Dafne) for host
Together with a friend, I have spent two amazing weeks at Meg's place! We really enjoyed our stay in her beautiful house and cabinas, sorrounded by the fascinating jungle of Costa Rica and close to the beaches around Puerto Viejo. Meg is such a nice and welcoming person, we felt immediately at home. The work was not complicated, and Meg was always… read more
21 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian & Georgia)
Sebastion & Georgia were amazing. They helped me (and my business partner) in so many ways, their skills were excellent and they always went above and beyond to attend to the details and educating us on the processes they created.
We did have a lot of laughs and some fun conversations. I'm so grateful to know them as people and to have been… read more
We did have a lot of laughs and some fun conversations. I'm so grateful to know them as people and to have been… read more
(Excellent)
21 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sebastian & Georgia) for host
Meg and her family are wonderful, it was such a pleasure to spend 2 weeks at her idyllic jungle home with them. Meg is super welcoming and relaxed which immediately made us feel at home. We had a pizza night with card games and beers on one of the nights which was a lot of fun.
We stayed half in the cabina and half in the flat above her house,… read more
We stayed half in the cabina and half in the flat above her house,… read more
13 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Dominik)
Dominik & Ilona are lovely beings and anyone would be lucky to have them come and assist them with a project. They are authentically kind, helpful, good people. They are skilled and knowledgeable about many things. I enjoyed having them here and I miss them.
(Excellent)
12 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Dominik) for host
We had a really great time here! We stayed a little longer than 2 weeks and absolutely loved our stay. The house and the location are simply amazing! Meg is such a friendly host. She made sure that we felt like home from the first day. We helped in the house, garden and also did some marketing/social media for her. We wished we could have stayed… read more
30 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Andrea & Adams) for host
We really enjoyed staying with Meg & Phill for the two and a half weeks we spent in the Caribbean side of Costa Rica.
The whole family was very nice and welcoming. Meg even picked us up and dropped us off on the bus station in Puerto Viejo on our arrival and departure. She also invited us to her breathwork workshop, a great new experience.… read more
The whole family was very nice and welcoming. Meg even picked us up and dropped us off on the bus station in Puerto Viejo on our arrival and departure. She also invited us to her breathwork workshop, a great new experience.… read more
10 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Camille & Adrien ) for host
It was our first Workaway experience and we stayed 3 weeks at Phil ans Meg's house. Honestly it's difficult to find a better family and place than there. They are all very kind, friendly and peaceful. It was a pleasure to have discussion with them.
We had an awesome experience with Meg who teach us Breath work.
I (Camille) spent a lot of time… read more
We had an awesome experience with Meg who teach us Breath work.
I (Camille) spent a lot of time… read more
27 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ine & Jovanni) for host
We stayed two weeks with this lovely family!!
They have built an amazing cabin that they use for online rentals. Here we could stay the first nights!
After that we could stay in a room in the house which we also really loved ! It is always nice to stay close to your hosts so you can get to know them better.
We did different kind of jobs from… read more
They have built an amazing cabin that they use for online rentals. Here we could stay the first nights!
After that we could stay in a room in the house which we also really loved ! It is always nice to stay close to your hosts so you can get to know them better.
We did different kind of jobs from… read more
12 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Eddy & Laura) for host
It was an absolute pleasure to stay and work with Meg, Phil, Kyle and Kirst. From the moment we arrived we felt welcomed and at home with this generous family. The workload was very reasonable and we were given a lot of flexibility to choose our own hours. If you are new to Costa Rica and/or passionate about wildlife this place will leave you… read more
22 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eddy & Laura)
Eddy and Laura were amazing, they became like family to us. Eddy built us some beautiful furniture and Laure helped me update my website and social media. We had a blast with them and were sad to see them head out to their next commitment. I highly recommend Eddy & Laura.
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
We had a nice 12 night stay with this friendly family! We painted the cabinas, did some small maintenance tasks, and Mitch built them a bathroom cabinet. We liked the flexibility of being able to do the hours at the times/days that suited us. As it was rainy season and was mostly indoors, we could do the tasks when it was rainy and enjoy the sun… read more
27 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Lise and Mitch were a great help to us. They helped with various projects such as painting out our cabinas, cleaning, and some general repairs. Mitch made a wonderful bathroom cabinet that fits onto a basin, he's workmanship is great. Lise and Mitch know how to get things done, they come highly recommended. Such lovely people! Thank you for… read more
(Very good)
27 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Gábor & Abbas)
You guys were a dream team! No task was too big for them. Tom ad Linda are very hardworking, they worked more hours than we required, they definitely love to get the job done and with a smile. It was so refreshing having you guys here, you were both eager to get involved and help where you could. Thank you for all your energy, helping hands, kind… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Peter & Sophie) for host
Our stay in Cocles was simply amazing and we're going to miss Neo and Luna so much!
Kyle was incredibly helpful and always available for questions, equipment and just fun to talk to. We also really appreciated that he picked us up and dropped us off when we arrived in and left Puerto Viejo. Kirsten sent us a really helpful and detailed list of… read more
Kyle was incredibly helpful and always available for questions, equipment and just fun to talk to. We also really appreciated that he picked us up and dropped us off when we arrived in and left Puerto Viejo. Kirsten sent us a really helpful and detailed list of… read more
30 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter & Sophie)
Sophie and Peter stayed with us for 2 weeks, we wish they could have stayed longer. It was wonderful having them with us, they are a lovely couple with such great energy. No task was too much for them, in fact, they even found more tasks to keep themselves busy. It was so refreshing to see their enthusiasm for the work, their drive, their… read more
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rasheda) for host
I had a great experience with meg Phil and the family , I really felt warm and comfortable there , very welcoming and easy going. Nice location surrounded by nature , lovely dogs and ducks.
I enjoyed to help build a new duck house, paint and do some gardening. Amazing bread fruit and other various foods you can harvest from the land.
Enjoy the… read more
I enjoyed to help build a new duck house, paint and do some gardening. Amazing bread fruit and other various foods you can harvest from the land.
Enjoy the… read more
20 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Beth) for host
I really enjoyed my time with Meg and Phi. They are lovely people with kind hearts. Their grounds are gorgeous and the guest house is lovely!
14 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Airí )
Airi waltzed into our lives and became family. She helped each of us in different ways, encouraging and offering sincere/strong advice without reservation, and with wonderful results. Her expertise and insight was invaluable in helping all of us progress in our endeavors. She s a very special person and we miss her!!!
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Airí ) for host
Working with Meg and Phil was one of the best experiences I had on Workaway. Both are wise people, who are willing to share knowledge, I have the feeling that I learned much more than I taught. The house of Meg and Phil is in the middle of the forest, simple, beautiful and cozy. And they made me feel like a member of the family. I have no words to… read more
21 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin & Alayna)
Ben and Alayna are very special people. They bring their all and they give their all. No holding back. If you happen to get them to come help you with a project you are fortunate.
Yes, they did a lot of work for me, but what they did that will last way beyond their actual visit. They taught me valuable insights into marketing and they taught me… read more
Yes, they did a lot of work for me, but what they did that will last way beyond their actual visit. They taught me valuable insights into marketing and they taught me… read more
(Excellent)
21 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Benjamin & Alayna) for host
We could not have imagined a better first Workaway experience. Meg and her family welcomed us into their home and their lives. We stayed for several weeks and enjoyed every day of it. We had plenty of work and time to play and relax. We had plenty of groceries, our own room, bikes, and the company of new friends and the never-ending love of Neo… read more
27 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gabriel & Laurence) for host
What to say about this family ? Amazing human people, funny and full of life. This was my first workaway ever and I'm so glad I found them ! I was mostly filming and recording stuff they needed me too and it was pretty easy and the task is always clear. They have that little 2 rooms seperate facilities for volonteers on their property with is own… read more
13 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
Working with meg was exceptional! I spent over 2 months creating videos for her website.
She’s an amazing person with a clear vision of her projects and path. Working with her is easy and enjoyable. This was definitely my favorite workaway. I felt very safe and I just really fit in here. You stay at a cabina separate from the house and fall in… read more
She’s an amazing person with a clear vision of her projects and path. Working with her is easy and enjoyable. This was definitely my favorite workaway. I felt very safe and I just really fit in here. You stay at a cabina separate from the house and fall in… read more
6 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura was AMAZING and I won't be able to do her justice by my words. The two videos she created for me exceeded my expectations, she took charge and I trusted her find the story that needed to be told. The whole experience was pretty magical and in the end she was worth every penny .
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefan)
Stefan is a thorough worker who is good at taking on a multitude of carpentry tasks. He is also a gifted photographer. He has a sweet likable spirit!
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Stefan) for host
Super friendly and relaxed family with 2 big cute dogs and a cat. They live on this beautiful and calm property in the rain forest near the beach. I even had my own guesthouse with an outdoor kitchen and the supplied food was always delicious. They also have very fast Wi-Fi.
I was doing some carpentry work for them aswell as some photography and… read more
I was doing some carpentry work for them aswell as some photography and… read more
4 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria)
Tori is flexible, smart, intuitive and gifted. She took my vision for a video and made it come alive on film in a most beautiful way. She's a great question- asker and lover of life, just an all around lovely person to be with. You are lucky if you get her!
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Victoria) for host
I stayed with Meg and her family for a total of 3 and a half weeks and it was some of my favorite time spent in Costa Rica. I did video work for her and it was full of creativity and inspiration. Her family are very lovely people that are open and inviting. I always felt extremely welcomed, as if I were part of the family. They also have 3 dogs… read more
