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17 Sep 2025
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Description
I live with a siamese cat and work in construction in the San Francisco Bay Area. My family are away for a few months, so I need help in the garden and around the house. We live in a duplex in a little town called Crockett. It is situated across the bay from San Francisco with a fabulous view of the Carquinez bridge and Carquinez strait.
I need help with cleaning and organizing the house, Also gardening: weeding and cutting grass, and cleaning the patios.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travelers can immerse themselves in this culture and locality. If they speak a foreign language, they can practice English with us and we can help them perfect their English. We also love spending time with our workawayers and treat them like family. We try to make you feel comfortable in our home during your stay. We like learning about other cultures and teaching you about ours (we are from Ireland originally). We usually try to eat together at dinnertime, if possible, and have some great conversations over meals. We like to do fun stuff with you and also allow you the time to explore the locality on your own if you wish. We take day trips whenever we can and you are welcome to join us and see some sights.
Help
We need some help with the house (mostly cleaning, but a little cooking if you enjoy that), lots of organization and gardening/outdoor maintenance.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
If you speak a foreign language, you can practice English with me and I can help you perfect your English.
Accommodation
Two unit building with lovely views of the waterfront and Carquinez bridge.
What else ...
We are very central to all the famous sights in the bay area. We live close to San Francisco, where you can explore all the famous sights. It is only 1/2 an hour drive by car (without traffic), approximately one hour on public transport. The bus stop is very close to the house. We have excellent restaurants within walking distance. There are lots of hiking, walking, biking trails. There are parks within walking distance. Local swimming pool (open in summer time) is only a 10 min walk. Skiing in winter is a 2 1/2 hour drive to Lake Tahoe. Yosemite is only a 3 hour drive. Stinson Beach and Point Reyes along the coast are approximately 1 hour away. Napa Valley wine country and Calistoga are an hour drive away. Our capital Sacramento is less than an hour away. Take off in the other direction to spend time exploring Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, Carmel, Pebble Beach, Monterey, Big Sur to name but a few of our wonderful sights. It takes just over an hour to get to famous Silicon Valley.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 678951518448
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
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Feedback (18)
11 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Oleksandr)
Oleksandr did very good work. Excellent at painting. He did a very good job with weed whacking. We went for a drive at the weekends. Would recommend him . He's welcome back any time.
(Excellent
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23 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Oleksandr) for host
I visited this house and lived in it for 1 month, I liked everything, they allocated me a whole part of the house, a duplex, it had everything I needed.it is not a tourist place and there is little to see within walking distance but from the window and the yard there is a good view of the bay, the bridge and the view of the other bank, a good… read more
18 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztian)
It was an absolute pleasure having Krisztian stay here for a couple of weeks. He’s very friendly and helpful. He’s an excellent worker, and great communicator. He was willing to do any tasks I asked and does his work to perfection. It was very enjoyable getting to know him and hanging out with him. Anyone would be very lucky to have Krisztian help… read more
(Excellent
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23 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Krisztian) for host
I spent 2 weeks in John's home in February, I am really grateful for this period.
John is a great, very honorable person, generous, funny, and easy-going. It was a pleasure meeting and working with him.
Already on the second day, he took me on a trip to San Francisco, and then we walked around the neighborhood several times and he invited me for… read more
John is a great, very honorable person, generous, funny, and easy-going. It was a pleasure meeting and working with him.
Already on the second day, he took me on a trip to San Francisco, and then we walked around the neighborhood several times and he invited me for… read more
16 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michele)
Michele stayed with me for 6 weeks Anything I asked him to do he did to perfection. He was very friendly and chatty straight away. He's extremely helpful, mannerly, neat and tidy. A pleasure to have him stay with me. We had some lovely conversations. Has a good sense of humor. While he was here he did a fantastic job with gardening, chopping wood,… read more
(Excellent
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3 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host
I stayed with John in Crockett, near San Francisco (CA), for five weeks and had an incredible and peaceful experience in a cozy and green environment, with a fantastic view. After landing in San Francisco, I reached the house, which is about an hour's drive from the airport. Initially, I was supposed to spend only two weeks with John, but due to… read more
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11 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Oleksandr)
Oleksandr did very good work. Excellent at painting. He did a very good job with weed whacking. We went for a drive at the weekends. Would recommend him . He's welcome back any time.
(Excellent)
23 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Oleksandr) for host
I visited this house and lived in it for 1 month, I liked everything, they allocated me a whole part of the house, a duplex, it had everything I needed.it is not a tourist place and there is little to see within walking distance but from the window and the yard there is a good view of the bay, the bridge and the view of the other bank, a good… read more
18 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztian)
It was an absolute pleasure having Krisztian stay here for a couple of weeks. He’s very friendly and helpful. He’s an excellent worker, and great communicator. He was willing to do any tasks I asked and does his work to perfection. It was very enjoyable getting to know him and hanging out with him. Anyone would be very lucky to have Krisztian help… read more
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Krisztian) for host
I spent 2 weeks in John's home in February, I am really grateful for this period.
John is a great, very honorable person, generous, funny, and easy-going. It was a pleasure meeting and working with him.
Already on the second day, he took me on a trip to San Francisco, and then we walked around the neighborhood several times and he invited me for… read more
John is a great, very honorable person, generous, funny, and easy-going. It was a pleasure meeting and working with him.
Already on the second day, he took me on a trip to San Francisco, and then we walked around the neighborhood several times and he invited me for… read more
16 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michele)
Michele stayed with me for 6 weeks Anything I asked him to do he did to perfection. He was very friendly and chatty straight away. He's extremely helpful, mannerly, neat and tidy. A pleasure to have him stay with me. We had some lovely conversations. Has a good sense of humor. While he was here he did a fantastic job with gardening, chopping wood,… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host
I stayed with John in Crockett, near San Francisco (CA), for five weeks and had an incredible and peaceful experience in a cozy and green environment, with a fantastic view. After landing in San Francisco, I reached the house, which is about an hour's drive from the airport. Initially, I was supposed to spend only two weeks with John, but due to… read more
4 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Vladimir2)
Vladimir stayed with us for two weeks and was very nice to everyone. He became one of the family right away. We were very lucky to have good weather while he was here, so we enjoyed lots of good conversations and laughs out on the patio while barbecuing and working. He has a great sense of humor. He is very helpful and had no problem doing any… read more
(Excellent)
28 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Vladimir2) for host
I spent amazing two weeks with John, Marie and the kids. The whole family is very friendly and welcoming and I instantly felt like a part of it. All of them have great sense of humour, which si very important and we spent wonderful evenings sitting outside, watching city lights and few times also singing some irish songs. Ciara and Oisin, their… read more
14 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gerry) for host
Great accommodation, good company and family, very welcoming, good food and fun, thank you for having me
23 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana)
Jana stayed with us for a couple weeks. She is very nice, helpful, friendly. She helped me with the housework, cooking, cleaning, walking the dog. She was willing to help out wherever she was needed and among other things painted some kitchen cabinets and was very good even though it was her first time. She got on very well with all the family.… read more
(Excellent)
29 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jana) for host
Staying with Marie´s family was amaizing experience as from the begining i felt like a member of family!!! The kids are super nice and fun. I felt really like at home all the time so we watched movie together or cook together.
Hope I will visit them again in Ireland or they visit me in my country :)
Hope I will visit them again in Ireland or they visit me in my country :)
2 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jan) for host
This was my first work away, and I was really excited to meet the family. They were so great, we get along from the first moment. Everyone in the family has really their personalities, and great ones! One thing I really appreciate is straight and honest communication, which we had, in a nice and easy way. We also shared a lot of values, sense of… read more
2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan)
Jan is so nice. Very easy to get along with. He has a great sense of humor, very chatty and friendly. He got along great with all the family, was so nice to the children and our little dog loved him straight away. We had many great chats and meals together out on the patio. He's a great story teller and a great cook. He's very considerate, kind,… read more
(Excellent)
5 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kirsty) for host
I had such a wonderful time staying at this workaway. Even though Marie and the kids were away for the majority of my stay, John made me feel so welcome, at home and we got on really well.
Thoroughly enjoyed our many life chats on the many trips to Starbucks!
The work was enjoyable and flexible to fit in with what I wanted to do in my spare… read more
Thoroughly enjoyed our many life chats on the many trips to Starbucks!
The work was enjoyable and flexible to fit in with what I wanted to do in my spare… read more
14 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Justin)
What can I say about Justin that hasn’t already been said. He is unbelievable. Very nice guy, great sense of humor, he became part of the family straight away, we had many great conversations. He never stops working. He’s like the energizer bunny..... I don’t know where he gets the energy. He is so helpful. He did some massage work and exercises… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Justin) for host
Stayed with Marie and family for nearly two months. Accommodation is excellent and you will feel at home with this family. They have a sweet dog Ginger who loves to be walked every day and Ciara there daughter bakes cakes and treats all the time and Oisin there son will tell you lots of joke's :) You will feel like you never left home, John will… read more
9 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alessandro & Nazlı)
Alessandro is so nice. He is always smiling, very helpful, has no problem learning any new task, always willing to lend a helping hand, very friendly and chatty. We all love him. He stayed with us for about a month and was an absolute pleasure. He helped both inside and outside the house, doing housework and cooking, helped hauling timber and… read more
(Excellent)
6 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alessandro & Nazlı) for host
I spent about 3 weeks with this lovely family. Very nice experience! Marie, John and the kids made me feel at home!
They were extremely welcoming and flexible, always making sure that I had everything I needed and leaving me a lot of free time to explore San Francisco or just relax in the peaceful area where they live.
In addition, the… read more
They were extremely welcoming and flexible, always making sure that I had everything I needed and leaving me a lot of free time to explore San Francisco or just relax in the peaceful area where they live.
In addition, the… read more
4 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Aline) for host
This was my perfect first family at workawayers. They have warmly welcomed me as a family member. The work was as you would expect from home, otherwise she asked me if it would be alright to do it. They also looks that you certainly have enough free time and to see around the area. The family makes every effort to make you feel good and… read more
24 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Aline)
Aline is wonderful. It was such a pleasure having her stay with us for a short time. Wish she could have stayed longer. She is kind and funny and a great sense of humor. She is always smiling and always willing to do what we asked. She was a wonderful help with cleaning and organizing and cooking. She didn’t need to be asked to do anything… read more
(Excellent)
25 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Annalisa)
Annalisa is very outgoing, friendly and helpful. She made herself at home straight away with all the family. She cooked some lovely Italian meals for us. She also did some cleaning and organizing and anything she was asked to do. We wish you the best of luck with the rest of your adventure and we'll keep in touch.
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Annalisa) for host
John's family is very friendly and open minded. They opened their house to me and gave me tips for the transports and the things to see around the Bay Area and SF. They were always very very nice and available if I needed help in something. The work is not hard: cleaning, cooking, organizing...it's like the work that everybody does at their own… read more
29 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marine)
We had a wonderful time with Marine. She is very helpful, organized and a great cook. She helped out with all the household chores and cooked some beautiful meals. She had no problem with any project she was asked to do. She became part of the family very quickly, having our meals together, taking walks, going on day trips and even a weekend away.… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marine) for host
Excellent is not enough to describe the time I spent with Marie, John, the two kids and the little doggy. They are such wonderful humans beings : kind, caring, funny, helpful and such a friendly family. I really enjoyed staying with them and I laughed a lot !
The two kids are just amazing : so nice, funny, and respectful. Ginger is the cutest… read more
The two kids are just amazing : so nice, funny, and respectful. Ginger is the cutest… read more
14 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Clara) for host
The family is just the best and I had a great time staying with them. In the beginning I thought I was going to stay with them for 10-12 days but I ended up staying with them for three weeks. The family is so welcoming that you don't want to leave. You have your own apartment with a private room, kitchen, living room and bath room. They also have… read more
2 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara)
We really enjoyed having Clara stay with us. She is very pleasant and a very diligent worker. She was willing to do anything she was asked. She is a very good cook, did some lovely painting jobs. Very helpful with daily tasks, cleaning, cooking and washing up after meals. She is very nice and pleasant and has a great sense of humor. She was very… read more
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Matilde) for host
Great experience! Lovely family, they made me feel part of it during my whole stay.
I helped them doing some renovations, painting, some cleaning, cooking. My schedule was really flexible and I got to do everyday something different :)
The kids are the best, I had lot of fun with them. We got lot of treats for Halloween :)
Marie and John became… read more
I helped them doing some renovations, painting, some cleaning, cooking. My schedule was really flexible and I got to do everyday something different :)
The kids are the best, I had lot of fun with them. We got lot of treats for Halloween :)
Marie and John became… read more
17 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Matilde)
Matilde is wonderful, very helpful, and kind. She has a good sense of humor and is good with the kids and pets. She helped us with the painting, garden, cooking, and house work (lots of cleaning). She had no problem doing anything we asked of her. We will all miss her, she was like a family member for us. Wish we could have kept her for longer and… read more
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Brieuc)
It was a pleasure having Brieuc stay with us for a couple of weeks. He is polite and respectful with a great sense of humor. We had lots of lovely conversations. He is a very hard worker and completed every task he was asked with enthusiasm and to a high standard. We would highly recommend. We will definitely keep in touch and hopefully we will… read more
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Brieuc) for host
I spent such a great time in the Bay Area ! The family is super welcoming and I directly felt at home and like a member of the family! Anne Marie and John are generous, funny and friendly people, they always want to make that everything is good for us and that I enjoy my stay. The Kids Oisin and Ciara are very polite, talktive and curious. The… read more
15 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Shreya) for host
I LOVED my workaway experience with Annemarie, John and their wonderful family and pet(s). I stayed with them for a month and had such a fabulous time! They are so nice and kind and generous I truly felt like a part of the family, I truly felt at home and very comfortable in every way. The view from their house is gorgeous and it’s so relaxing to… read more
6 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Shreya)
Shreya stayed with us for a month. She is very friendly, kind and a good sense of humor. She is a wonderful cook. We had lots of enjoyable chats. She became part of our family very quickly. We wish her the best of luck in her new adventure. We miss her already and hope to see her very soon.
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Corentin) for host
John, Marie and the kids are a very nice family! I spent two very nice weeks with them. The are open-minded and they helped me when I needed. The work is pleasant and not too hard. The house is very good and quiet. They showed me a lot of places. I was feeling at home. I will stop ar their house, each time I will back to California.
12 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Corentin)
Corentin stayed with us for a couple of weeks and was a great help. No task was too much for him. He did lots of different projects and is very neat and organized. He is very pleasant to be around, great sense of humor and great conversations. His english is very good and we also tried to help him perfect it even more. Would definitely recommend… read more
(Excellent)
