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We are a small family owned organic cocoa farm running on a cooperative/fairtrade basis on the island of Grenada in the Caribbean. We are now making chocolate as well as running the farm. We live in a beautiful place and you get your own little house which is good for a single or couple, overlooking the Caribbean sea which is only a two minute walk away. As much free food from the estate as you want plus fresh fish from the local market. The help required centers around the fermentation and drying of cocoa beans.... it is not back breaking but you should be able to lift 20kg easily.... working days and hours are dictated by the weather and the needs of the cocoa.. some days will be long and hard. Some days there is no work and there is plenty of down time in the hammocks. We are all multi taskers and you will sometimes be asked to help with the other aspects of running and maintaining our place.
At some times of the year we do have mosquitoes and sand fly. We recommend that you bring a mosquito net to fit a single bed
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Most people who come to Grenada only see the tourist side of life. We live in a very poor rural area. People who stay with us get to know the locals who are very friendly and learn a lot about the ''real'' Grenada. For any one interested in chocolate it is a fantastic to fully experience the whole story, right from the tree to the bar
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Carrying buckets of beans to and from the fermentation shed and drying drawers, watching over the cocoa in the drying drawers. bagging and weighing cocoa bean. Roasting beans winnowing beans. General yard maintainance
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner
French: Beginner
Accommodation
You get your own small wooden house which comprises of two singles ,with seating area and kitchen. Shared bathroom and shower and a lovely balcony which is where most people end up spending most of their time. It has WIFI and is safe and secure
What else ...
Beaches, hikes waterfalls, meeting people... early to bed.. early to rise!!... A very simple time without all the distractions of modern day life... time for meditation, yoga etc
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 686196795326
Feedback (21)
26 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Gill) for host
Due to Hurricane Beryl in July, life and work here was different to the usual experiences that we had read about. By the time we arrived in November, the bulk of the clear-up was done but the destruction meant that there were no cocoa beans to turn into chocolate. That said, we were greeted by Kim and the biggest bar of chocolate we'd ever seen… read more
27 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxime & Manon)
Maxime and Manon stayed with for two months. When they applied I told them that it was a quiet time of the year and they would have a relaxing time. The Gods decided otherwise !! Four days after they arrived we got hit by hurricane Beryl and the damage was enormous. They spent the rest of the two months working extremely hard clearing broken and… read more
(Excellent
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24 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maxime & Manon) for host
We spent 2 wonderful months here, Kim and Lylette are really amazing people, what they've managed to do with the place is incredible. And the chocolate is really delicious...
The work was hard but it was very rewarding to work with Gabri, he taught me a lot.
It's an extremely quiet place, a real haven of peace, far removed from the touristy… read more
The work was hard but it was very rewarding to work with Gabri, he taught me a lot.
It's an extremely quiet place, a real haven of peace, far removed from the touristy… read more
18 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Danny stayed with us for a month. A really nice guy who was happy to take on any job thrown his way.
We would highly recommend him.
We would highly recommend him.
(Excellent
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18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
That somewhere as tranquil and wonderful as here exists seems to be nothing short of a miracle. It is however no happy coincidence, but rather the fruits of labour of at least three very special and unique individuals who have worked and indeed continue to work very hard to preserve such an unassuming Paradise.
Kim is a true soul rebel and a real… read more
Kim is a true soul rebel and a real… read more
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26 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Gill) for host
Due to Hurricane Beryl in July, life and work here was different to the usual experiences that we had read about. By the time we arrived in November, the bulk of the clear-up was done but the destruction meant that there were no cocoa beans to turn into chocolate. That said, we were greeted by Kim and the biggest bar of chocolate we'd ever seen… read more
27 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxime & Manon)
Maxime and Manon stayed with for two months. When they applied I told them that it was a quiet time of the year and they would have a relaxing time. The Gods decided otherwise !! Four days after they arrived we got hit by hurricane Beryl and the damage was enormous. They spent the rest of the two months working extremely hard clearing broken and… read more
(Excellent)
24 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maxime & Manon) for host
We spent 2 wonderful months here, Kim and Lylette are really amazing people, what they've managed to do with the place is incredible. And the chocolate is really delicious...
The work was hard but it was very rewarding to work with Gabri, he taught me a lot.
It's an extremely quiet place, a real haven of peace, far removed from the touristy… read more
The work was hard but it was very rewarding to work with Gabri, he taught me a lot.
It's an extremely quiet place, a real haven of peace, far removed from the touristy… read more
18 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Danny stayed with us for a month. A really nice guy who was happy to take on any job thrown his way.
We would highly recommend him.
We would highly recommend him.
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
That somewhere as tranquil and wonderful as here exists seems to be nothing short of a miracle. It is however no happy coincidence, but rather the fruits of labour of at least three very special and unique individuals who have worked and indeed continue to work very hard to preserve such an unassuming Paradise.
Kim is a true soul rebel and a real… read more
Kim is a true soul rebel and a real… read more
6 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Clova) for host
I had a great time at Kim’s farm! I stayed for a month and it went real fast.. too fast.
Kim and Lylette created a truly beautiful environment. Very peaceful, as much with nature than with the locals & tourists, that comes and go through freely and friendly. They also are very interesting people full of life and incredible ideas.
It’s very… read more
Kim and Lylette created a truly beautiful environment. Very peaceful, as much with nature than with the locals & tourists, that comes and go through freely and friendly. They also are very interesting people full of life and incredible ideas.
It’s very… read more
7 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sophia & Paul Marko) for host
life as a workawayer at crayfishbay is easy! chocolate smell and taste everywhere, variety of tasks, a lot of time to wander around, very openminded people around and the opportunity to be part of something truly special! we stayed a month and would always recommend to go there!!
7 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia & Paul Marko)
A great pair of people who stayed with us for about a month. Keen to do any work that was thrown at them which they did well and with diligence. A wide variety of skills. I would highly recommend them.
(Excellent)
31 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Feđa) for host
I have stayed on the farm for around two months and have had an absolutely amazing time. Kim, Lylette and Gabri were all immensely welcoming, accomodating, and fun to talk to. Given that it was the peak of the season, at times the work could get rather hard (especially when going to the bush with Gabri) but also extremely rewarding. Nonetheless,… read more
29 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Feđa)
Feda stayed with us for about two months. All I can say is that hes a really great guy, both as a workaway and as a companion. Always happy to do any job which he does with enthusiasm and diligence. Also a great companion with whom one can have a deep serious conversation or a good laugh over a couple of beers. I would highly recommend him
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
A really great person, highly recommended and would always be welcome back
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
I spent a month staying here, and I really enjoyed my time there. Kim, Lylette and Gabri are very warm and welcoming people, with a lot of knowledge to share and stories to tell.
You work whenever there is work to be done. It’s been fun and very interesting to work with many different steps of the process; from cracking the pods in the land,… read more
You work whenever there is work to be done. It’s been fun and very interesting to work with many different steps of the process; from cracking the pods in the land,… read more
9 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)
Sam was a great person to have here for three months. Hard working, willing to learn and lovely with people. I would recommend him highly
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host
I stayed four months and I believe it's one of the greater ways to live a life. The work is honest and varied. Can be picking cocoa in the land to shovelling beans to watching them dry in the sun all day. There is some time to explore Grenada if you wish to, but I found myself on the yard most days because of the environment and charm of the… read more
22 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelleyann)
Kelly was a great person to have around. Would highly recommend
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kelleyann) for host
My stay at Kim & Lylette's was incredible!
Fair waring, making chocolate is not an easy job but it certainly is rewarding.
Kim & Lylette's place is an absolute sanctuary and you definitely leave feeling refreshed and fulfilled.
There's so much that I could say beyond this - however there would be too much to write.
Public transportation is just… read more
Fair waring, making chocolate is not an easy job but it certainly is rewarding.
Kim & Lylette's place is an absolute sanctuary and you definitely leave feeling refreshed and fulfilled.
There's so much that I could say beyond this - however there would be too much to write.
Public transportation is just… read more
2 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
Jame stayed with us for three months as a workaway. A great guy who was always happy to take on any job that was thrown at him which he would carry out properly with diligence. A nice guy to chat with and a good sense of humor. 100% reliable. We would be happy to see him again
(Excellent)
27 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
I had and amazing time. I learnt alot about Cocoa farming and Cocoa bean maintenance with Kim, Lylette and Gabri, and wish I could have stayed for longer! On top of that everyone was incredily kind, friendly and very easy to get along with and Grabi made some amazing food ^_^. I was also able to see and explore alot of the Island (including… read more
9 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Samuel & Aurelia) for host
This workaway was our first one. We stayed 3weeks with my girlfriend. It was a wonderful experience. Kim, Lylette and Gabri are excellent hosts, they like to explain their work and it’s easy to skipe up a conversation with them. Moreover you can meet other grenadian people working in this farm. It’s a good place to discover the real life of… read more
31 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel & Aurelia)
These are lovely people. They were happy to take on all the different jobs thrown at them and did them with diligence. Friendly and sharing people. They left the workaway appartment absolutely clean and spotless, something we really appreciate and demonstrates how thoughtful of other peoples needs they are. I would highly recommend these people… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host
It was my first workaway experience and I couldn't have wished for a bette- blah blah blah.
For real: If you consider coming here, do it. Minimum duration of stay recommended: 4 months, that's the time the rooster needs to not see you as a threat every time you feed the chickens (an obviously relevant indicator). But really every month you stay… read more
For real: If you consider coming here, do it. Minimum duration of stay recommended: 4 months, that's the time the rooster needs to not see you as a threat every time you feed the chickens (an obviously relevant indicator). But really every month you stay… read more
18 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim)
Tim left us this morning after a four month stay. A real pleasure to have him here for that time and we were sad to see him go. He is a totally positive person and always with a smile. Happy to take on any job thrown at him,diligent and very good at taking instruction. A generous kind hearted man with a great sense of humor and very respectful of… read more
(Excellent)
5 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Colin)
Colin stayed for almost three months and turned to be an absolute A1 guy and became a good friend and part of the family. We were really sad to see him go. Very self contained,very willing to take on any job and keen to learn new skills as well as share his own.
Great guy to have conversation with over a cold beer and a great sense of humor
Highly… read more
Great guy to have conversation with over a cold beer and a great sense of humor
Highly… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Colin) for host
I had an amazing stay with Kim and Lylette and Gabry (and Rover, Ratty, Romy). I stayed for just under 3 months with a mate and was amazed at how welcomed and accommodated i felt the entire time. Kim is a crazy old geyser in many ways but hes absolutely true to the mantra of community and helping eachother out, provided that you are prepared to… read more
30 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host
Kim and Lynnette thank you again!
So lovely place! the people the location and everything in general, and special the Chocolate that Lynnette make, I wish i could learn the technique, it is so delicious.
I spent two beautiful weeks, i really enjoyed the peaceful people and place, it is a perfect place for practicing meditation and yoga , I felt… read more
So lovely place! the people the location and everything in general, and special the Chocolate that Lynnette make, I wish i could learn the technique, it is so delicious.
I spent two beautiful weeks, i really enjoyed the peaceful people and place, it is a perfect place for practicing meditation and yoga , I felt… read more
19 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Roos)
Ross is an absolute gem....wish she could have stayed longer
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Roos) for host
I arrived in this place not knowing how long I would stay. In the end I stayed almost a month. Time went so fast, because I felt very much like home. The house and garden are amazing. You can have a natural shower and pick fruits and herbs as you please. Other stuff you can buy in the little local shop. It wasn’t cocoa season when I arrived, so it… read more
31 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tara) for host
What a unique experience in an equally unique part of the world. Hard work but so rewarding, you really do get out of it what you put in. We were blown away at how fertile the soil is on this gorgeous Spice Island, we planted seeds and saw the fruits of our labour in a matter of weeks! On this wonderful farm you can literally live off the land and… read more
10 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tara)
Tara and Richie stayed with us for three months and it was an absolute pleasure to have them here. We wish they could have stayed here longer. Very hard workers and full of enthusiasm, and always happy to join in with whatever job was going on at the time and willing to learn new things. Good company, totally respectful and non intrusive. We wish… read more
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jake & Rita) for host
Our first workaway experience and wow could not have asked for a better one. Getting to see local rural Grenadines life and contributing to the making of some great chocolate. Many thanks to our hosts Kim, Lylette and our coconut supplier Gabriel.
17 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jake & Rita)
Jake and Rita stayed with us for six weeks and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Happy to take on any job thrown at them, very diligent and thoughtful. They would always be welcome back.
(Excellent)
23 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (lizzieartnsurf) for host
Coming a bit late....
Kim and Lynette have been amazing and supporting in a difficult time...so sorry I had to leave the island but really hope to be back at some point. Thank you and hope in a great new start next time.
Kim and Lynette have been amazing and supporting in a difficult time...so sorry I had to leave the island but really hope to be back at some point. Thank you and hope in a great new start next time.
5 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gisela) for host
I stayed for 3 months and loved every minute of it! Having come to there as a serious student of chocolate making I was able to learn every single step in the production from tree to bar, which was super-interesting.Kim, Lylette and Gabriel are each experts in their fields with a lot of experience and always willing to answer my many questions.… read more
20 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gisela)
Gisela stayed with us for three months. Probably the greatest workaway we've had. A wonderful positive person and exploding with good energy.....we would love for her to return...
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gerard & Laraine)
Gerard and Laraine are truly fine people. They stayed with us for just under a month. When they arrived we explained the work that needed to be done. This comprised of feeding the chickens and looking after the fermentation and drying of the cocoa as well as a few odd jobs
We ourselves are extremely busy and often dont have the time to supervise.… read more
We ourselves are extremely busy and often dont have the time to supervise.… read more
(Excellent)
23 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gerard & Laraine) for host
Well we had an amazing 1 month experience at the cocoa farm.
Kim and Lynette are very special people indeed, 100% passionate about the island of Grenada, it’s people, and their chocolate enterprise.
We loved our time with Kim and Lynette, their land manager Gabri and all their friends, not to mention their lovely dogs and cats.
We basically… read more
Kim and Lynette are very special people indeed, 100% passionate about the island of Grenada, it’s people, and their chocolate enterprise.
We loved our time with Kim and Lynette, their land manager Gabri and all their friends, not to mention their lovely dogs and cats.
We basically… read more
17 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Hunter & Reid) for host
I had a fantastic time at the Farm. I would highly recommend it to anybody, as long as you can withstand some sand flies (and a reality check if you only live in the first world). Whether you are looking to learn about the process of making chocolate, get a taste for a sustainable lifestyle, hear Kim tell some amazing stories, or simply want to… read more
