Help us out with some forest cleaning where we plan to put a TeePee in the El Penedes region of Catalunya, Spain

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26/05/2020
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We live in the El Penedes region of Catalunya, where our tranquil and comfortable home is surrounded by forest.
Beatriz is Spanish and Ian Australian. We are trying to make our home even nicer with some home improvements/renovations and by cleaning the surrounding forest, making a TeePee camp and walking trails.
We aim to be as happy,healthy and sustainable as we can, love a challenge and love meeting people.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Come speak Spanish or Australian, see how to live a country lifestyle, we make healthy homemade bread,almond milk,and jams maybe you can learn how....or teach us something. Learn to give/or receive a proper foot massage (Beatriz' occupation and expertise). Join us for a macrobiotic meal (our latest passion...but we are not fanatics).
Help
Current projects are: tile roof repair and install a rain water catchment system, build an outdoor kitchen and BBQ, clean the forest and make a TeePee camp, make new gardens (vegetable and flower) cut and collect firewood.
Languages spoken
Catalan: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a double room inside the house for guests.
(A Volunteering couple would get preference).
What else ...
Close by are fantastic hikes, vineyards, monasteries.
We have a pool,sauna and tennis court.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (9)

09/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel & Romina )

Gabriel & Romina, thank you for a wonderful exchange. Pleasant & productive. You are welcome back anytime! All the best for your travels. I would have no hesitation recommending you to other workaway hosts.

(Excellent )

10/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew)

Andy was a great workawayer.
We would have no reservation in recommending him to any hosts.
He is easy going,polite and a productive offsider.... full of energy, is an understatement.
Happy travels Andy, and sorry for the delay in writing this feedback.

(Excellent )

13/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Dexter) for host

My time with Ian and Beatriz was enjoyable and fun. In a beautiful location, I was helping move wood for the fire, cut wood, and create a foundation for their sauna. Beatriz was accommodating with my dietary needs and made delicious meals. I appreciated getting to know Ian and Beatriz during the week I was there and would recommend workawayers to… read more

(Excellent )

07/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jacinthe)

Jacinthe's stay was very pleasant, and we have no problem recommending her as a workawayer.
All the best for your future plans and thank you for your kind words.

(Very good )

07/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jacinthe) for host

My too short passage to Ian and Beatriz home was an extraordinary human experience. Simple, warm, funny and brilliant, I retain a beautiful lesson of sincere welcome and authenticity. Ian is a good living, with a fine humor, full of life. Beatriz is easygoing, smiling, calm and rather introverted. Their cuisine is always tasty. Being with them… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ryan) for host

You will not find better people than Ian and Beatriz! My (short) stay with them has been the highlight of my 2 months in Spain. Their casita in the mountainy hills of Penedés is lovely and comfortable. Had some of the nicest sleeps of my life in the guest bedroom – no exaggeration. Very nice accommodation all around. Beautiful views of the valley… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)

We really enjoyed Ryan's stay. We thoroughly recommend him to any prospective hosts. Socially, he fitted into our home like a member of the family. Work-wise, he was committed, organised, productive and a pleasure to work with.

(Excellent )

06/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Linda & Andrejs)

Linda and Andrejs were wonderful to have in our home. We would certainly recommend this lovely young couple as they just merged into our family, and proved themselves as polite, interesting and diligent young people. Amazing ambassadors for Latvia!

(Excellent )

03/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Linda & Andrejs) for host

This was our first work away experience, and we must say- Gods was on our side, destiny gave us Ian and Beatris)) We absolutely can say that this was our home. We miss those evenings near fireplace with a lot of laughter, interesting conversations and very...VERY delicios food, both are excellent cooks!!)
warm family from which you have a lot to… read more

(Excellent )

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