Interesting garden and classic boat project in a rural part of west Wales, UK

United Kingdom

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Last activity
12/02/2021
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2021

Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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Description
I am a semi- retired senior executive who lives with a retired partner. We have a grown up family who now live around the world. We understand the differing cultures in other countries and can offer a broad understanding of life in the UK
We value more the cultural exchange than the contribution that any individual can offer to our garden and boat projects.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are professional, educated and generous people. We have a grown up family who now live around the world. We travel regularly to distant destinations and understand the differing cultures in other countries and can offer not only a broad understanding of life in the UK but also share with hosts our experiences of other parts of the world.
We value more the cultural exchange than the contribution that any individual can offer to our garden and boat projects.
Our guests are invited to live with us and share in all of our family activities. The accommodation is such that our guests can, if they so wish, spend time in their own private space.
Help
Help on a large garden, stream and pond. some fencing/ bridge building and dry walling
Also work available on final stages of classic boat restoration. More interested in the cultural exchange but would prefer individuals with practical skills.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner
Accommodation
Large bungalow in its own extensive grounds with a stream, pond, greenhouse, outbuildings and vegetable garden, in a rural area with a golf course nearby. House has a self contained annex over garage for guest with TV, internet and its own toilet/bathroom and small kitchen area. All food, laundry, local transport etc. will be provided by us.
What else ...
The location is close to the Gower coast (area of outstanding natural beauty) with much sailing , surfing, fishing,diving, pony trekking, etc.
Car available to reliable experienced drivers. Otherwise close to public transport links. Much opportunity for hiking, cycling and sharing in hosts interests- sailing, fishing and outdoor pursuits.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (12)

24/09/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Stanislaw)

Stan is a hardworking individual with a strong character and knows his own mind.
He is capable and confident and skilled in many areas of home and garden improvement.
Stan stayed only two weeks and we would have welcomed him for much longer.
Stan has a good sense of humour and I would recommend him without exception

(Excellent )

02/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host

First of all, I would like to thank you again to Cliff and Gilda. They are very amazing people. I stayed in their house three months. They treated me like almost a member of their family and gave great accommodation. Gilda is a wonderful chef. I ate the best dinners in my live. Cliff patiently taught me a lot of garden jobs. I spend amazing time… read more

(Excellent )

18/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Alejandro) for host

I spent almost two months with Cliff and Gilda last summer. I stayed in their house with the purpose of improving my English and they help me a lot. They are very very veeery generous people and I was treated like part of their family and my stay was far more comfortable than I could have hoped for. Most of the works were in the garden, garage or… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (ANTONIO & CRISTINA) for host

I spent a very good time with Cliff and Gilda. I stayed in their house almost three months (from August to October) with the main purpose of improving my English yo get a job in UK or my country (Spain). Luckily, they helped me very much to achieve that and treated me like a member of their family.

Gilda is a wonderful chef and Cliff have a very… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Hudson)

We were Hudson's first work-away experience. He was a capable and hardworking guest. He was appreciative of our kindness. He enjoyed travelling to north wales with me and visiting Cardiff our capital city where he stayed for a few days.
We enjoyed having Hudson stay with us and would recommend him without hesitation

(Excellent )

18/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Hudson) for host

I had a lovely time with Cliff and his partner Gilda in my near 3 weeks staying there. There are very kind and generous people and I was treated like part of their family going out to a local restaurant and pub without spending anything. Also they have a great wine collection in their awesome kitchen which I was welcomed to try it following by the… read more

(Excellent )

10/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elia)

Elia, a doctor trained in Italy needed to improve his English. He joined us for a few weeks and stayed for three months. He brought his girlfriend Serena to stay also for a few weeks.
Elia was hardworking, conscientious and a lot of fun to have around. He integrated into our family and was a great success with all of our friends and extended… read more

(Excellent )

06/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Elia) for host

Cliff and Gilda are very wonderful and generous friends. They help me in so many ways that are too much to for being listed. I stayed with them for a long time and I enjoyed it.For all this time they made me feel like at home and furthermore they help me with my English pronunciation.
The majority of the works were in the garden(very nice… read more

(Excellent )

03/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (John)

John is, like us, new to Work Away and I think initially a little cautious! He Turned out to be a really good guy with a natural ability to undertake many useful tasks. He was also a great cook which he did not reveal until late in his stay which showed diplomacy as he did not want to compete in the kitchen with Gilda!
We were sorry to see John… read more

(Excellent )

22/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (John) for host

I imagine there are few workaway hosts that are as accommodating and generous as Cliff and Gilda. I was welcomed into their home and immediately spoiled by Gilda's talented cooking and Cliff's wit and companionship. There are plenty of small tasks to be done around the lovey home and garden (when it's not raining!), and an interesting boat project… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Brandon)

Brandon was a great lad and a credit to Workaway. He took on several project that would have phased individuals with greater experience and age. All that he did for us was completed professionally and he always kept a positive attitude in all that he did. He integrated well into our small family and got on well with our extended family and… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Brandon) for host

I had a fantastic time with Cliff & Gilda. I was welcomed with open arms and made feel at home straight away. They're both extremely generous people and my stay was far more comfortable than I could have hoped for. Thank you both for your amazing hospitality and all the good memories. Hope to see you again for more adventures on and off the blue… read more

(Excellent )

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