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🍂 Looking for Workawayers from November 2026
From November onwards, we’re happy to welcome new Workawayers for shorter stays of 2 to 3 weeks .
Dear Workawayers,
As autumn turns into winter, there are still plenty of things to do around our home and garden. We’re looking for someone (or two) who enjoys helping with gardening, seasonal outdoor tasks and everyday household activities.
We appreciate people who are independent, reliable, and happy to take initiative – someone who enjoys being part of family life while also feeling comfortable working on their own.
We’re a warm-hearted family living in a small village, just 45 minutes by public transport from Berlin – surrounded by forest and right next to a beautiful lake.
I’ve been a yoga teacher for many years, a mother of five, and a life coach. My three sons (12, 12 and 15) live with me in our main house.
My vision for our garden is to create a space where life flourishes, nourishes and regenerates – a place to share knowledge, exchange ideas and grow visions… or simply enjoy a morning coffee together in peace.
We’re a multicultural family. My husband is English and spends part of his time here with us. The father of my sons is Mexican and lives just around the corner – he is actively involved in their lives.
We follow Tibetan Buddhism, live with open minds and open hearts, and don’t take life too seriously. Hosting Workawayers has always brought us inspiration, laughter and connection. We love welcoming people with different skills, backgrounds and stories.
I originally trained as a scientist in molecular biology, but after my second child I changed paths and became a yoga teacher specialising in women’s health, pregnancy and motherhood. I’m currently developing online courses and workshops.
We enjoy sharing meals, conversations and everyday moments, but we also respect everyone’s need for privacy and personal space.
If you enjoy nature, family life and contributing to a welcoming home, we’d love to hear from you!
P.S. We also spend time regularly in Australia – so Aussies are especially welcome to connect with us!
Looking forward to hearing from you,
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
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Interests
Sustainability
Self development
Plant care
Cooking & food
Gardening
Outdoor activities
Yoga / Wellness
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Of course, you can practice your German with us, or even pick up some Spanish from our children – and since my husband is English, English is also one of the main languages spoken in our family. So you’ll feel at home even if you don’t speak German yet.
You can immerse yourself in nature by exploring the forest just behind our house, taking refreshing swims in the nearby lake, or enjoying peaceful bike rides through the countryside. Our location offers a calm and grounded atmosphere – ideal for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and reconnect.
And if you’re craving some urban energy, Berlin is easy to reach by public transport – especially in summer, it’s perfect for day trips to museums, cafés, parks, and festivals.
Our surroundings also offer plenty of opportunity to experience the charm of rural life – local villages, small farms, and friendly neighbors are part of our daily rhythm.
I’m always happy to share my knowledge and experience in areas like:
• Tibetan Buddhism & meditation
• Ayurveda & women’s health
• Yoga (especially for women and mothers)
• Life balance, motherhood & self-care
I love deep conversations and exchanging ideas – so I’m sure we’ll have plenty of meaningful chats, warm moments, and maybe even some spontaneous adventures together. -
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
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Help
If you’d like to stay in your own lovely little house on our property, we would be happy to welcome you as part of our everyday life.
We ask for around 4 hours of help per day, 5 days a week, which you can usually organize quite flexibly to fit your rhythm.
There’s always something to do around the house and in the garden – especially from March onwards, when the gardening season begins. We love growing our own vegetables, so you’re very welcome to be part of that!
I also appreciate help in the household – mainly with cleaning, tidying, and cooking. It’s always more joyful to create and take care of things together.
People who enjoy cooking – especially vegetarian or vegan meals – are more than welcome! But don’t worry, my boys also enjoy the occasional meat dish, so we’re flexible and open.
I’m sure we’ll always find small projects and shared moments that suit your skills and interests – your presence and creativity will be a great addition to our home in any case.
Please note: We do not host smokers! -
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I’m always open to learn anything about languages from anyone and I’m also eager to share some german. My kids understand spanish and the oldest can speak it too. -
Accommodation
You’ll be staying in a small, cozy garden house on our property. It has its own little kitchenette, a private shower, and a separate entrance. The space is suitable for one or two people and offers you privacy while still being close to our main house.
During the colder months, the garden house is heated with electric heaters – which unfortunately leads to very high energy costs. For this reason, we kindly ask our guests to be mindful of energy use. We usually heat to a maximum of 18–20°C.
If you’re coming from a warm country, please be aware that we can’t afford to keep the space very warm all day – and if significantly more heating is needed, we may ask for a contribution to the electricity bill.
That said, it is absolutely possible to stay here during winter – many of our past guests have done so and enjoyed the peaceful winter atmosphere. Just bring warm clothes and cozy socks, and you’ll be fine! 😊 -
What else ...
You can easily travel to Berlin by Public Transport and enjoy also the various adventures of the City.
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Space for parking camper vans
You could park in front of our house on a road. Since we are the last house next to the forest there a no other cars passing.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Rayo
We have one lovely cat named Rayo – a long-haired, nature-loving male cat who spends a lot of time outdoors but also enjoys relaxing indoors during the day.
He is very open to cuddles and affection, and he especially appreciates being brushed regularly to keep his fur nice and smooth.
Rayo is calm, independent, and usually makes friends quickly with our guests.
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Being our first Workaway project We enjoyed the relaxed form of working and it was very flexible when we could have days off to check out Berlin. It's easy to go to Berlin from Woltersdorf with the train/tram. The accomodation was very nice, we had everything for ourselves … read more
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Being our first Workaway project We enjoyed the relaxed form of working and it was very flexible when we could have days off to check out Berlin. It's easy to go to Berlin from Woltersdorf with the train/tram. The accomodation was very nice, we had everything for ourselves … read more
We help with household chorus, cooking, gardening and building a natural fence with tree branches.
Where Susanne lives is 1-1:15h from Berlin, you have supermarkets and bakeries very close, you can walk or bike … read more
I came to Berlin to discover this city during the winter of 2023.
I was hosted for several weeks by Susanne and her children along with two other workaways.
Susanne is a warm and very open-minded woman. I had an excellent stay with her, one that I'll remember for the rest of my life. She's a wise and generous … read more
