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Would you like to stay near the historic and beautiful sites of New Grange and the Hill of Tara, in County Meath, along with its rich and ancient history, there are beautiful gardens, walking trails, traditional music. I am looking for someone for two weeks minimum to a month approximately, thought this is flexible. You are offered your own room, broadband, and the usual household facilities, but no TV. This is a non-smoking household.
The house is 3 miles, 4 kilometres from the nearest bus in a quiet rural area, I pass the bus stop a couple of times a week, and there are bicycles available. I can help with English language if that is required as I have a TFL English teaching qualification. I will collect and deliver to Dublin Airport where necessary.
There is mostly genereal outside and garden maintenance and help needed. In short, the heavier side of gardening and on rainy days there is always housework. The garden is not that big, some of the work needs more strength than I was able for in the past. There are the usual household things that are required when sharing accommodation with others.
There is plenty to do and see in the area, from a nature/historical point of view, as we are in the Boyne Valley and part of Ireland’s Ancient East, quite close to The Hill of Tara and Newgrange World heritage centre among other interesting places. However, it is very quiet and not for someone looking for an exciting or romantic night life, however there are traditional music sessions, for those interested in Irish music. We are a 40 minutes’ drive to Dublin city centre, which can be accessed by bus, the city has something of interest for everyone. Check my calendar for availability.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Through this culture exchange, workawayers would get the opportunity to refine their English language skills and see some of the Ancient Irish sites and local countryside in the Boyne Valley Area, experience traditional music where possible, as well as visiting Dublin city and possibly further, depending on time spent here and the season.
Help
There is general maintenance around the property which includes, clearing leaves. Apple tree pruning and some strimming. Areas for wet days, cleaning/clearing out clutter inside. As well as the usual cleaning and assisting with some small building or repair jobs from time to time. A willingness to help flexibly is very important, take initiative in suggesting things needing attention and offer help where it is needed.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
There are single bedrooms available in the house. You would share the main bathroom (shower and toilet). There is wireless internet connection. Three meals a day would be provided and actively sharing the household chores, including keeping the fire /stove lit in winter, would be part of living here like everywhere else, people take care of their own and communal living spaces. Washing facilities for clothes are available.
What else ...
Time and season permitting here might be opportunities for hill walking, cycling (there is a bike here for your use), traditional music, historical sites, castles and authentic Irish pubs, day or weekend visits can be made to Dublin (at own expense) where there are many and varied places and things to explore.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Host ref number: 752342176684
Feedback (28)
3 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Susanna) for host
This was my first workaway experience and the experience could not have been better. Cathrine was an excellent host. She warmly included me in everyday life and introduced me to Ireland and the Irish way of life. This was indeed a cultural exchange. It was a great experience to be able to participate in music sessions in local pubs. Cathrine gave… read more
31 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Susanna)
Susanna was here for almost a month and is a great workawayer. She was both flexible and got to know the routine within a couple of days. She took initiative where appropriate and became a part of life here seamlessly. She is not shy of hard work and took everything in her stride, which is efficient. She joined in the singing sessions and was a… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Carla)
Carla was a pleasure to have as a workawayer. Though this was her first time with workaway and the type of gardening a bit different from what she expected, it worked out well overall. Carla is very sociable and a great conversationalist, she takes initiative and learns quickly, knowing her limitations. She takes a great interest in different… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
I've stayed with Catherine for a month (june/24) and she took me at very short notice. She is a very hard worker and we both worked in her garden to clean it out, as the grass, nettles and raspberries had grown wildely.
She is very talkative and explained me a lot about the culture and history of her country. We went to Irish pubs off the tourist… read more
She is very talkative and explained me a lot about the culture and history of her country. We went to Irish pubs off the tourist… read more
4 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles)
It was a pleasure having Charles stay. He was very capable and flexible in everything he was asked to do. He was shown how to use a scythe and did an amazing job of a difficult area in the garden. Mowing, hedge cutting and general clearing around work was no trouble to him. He also did painting, during his second few weeks, digging out channels… read more
(Excellent
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3 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Susanna) for host
This was my first workaway experience and the experience could not have been better. Cathrine was an excellent host. She warmly included me in everyday life and introduced me to Ireland and the Irish way of life. This was indeed a cultural exchange. It was a great experience to be able to participate in music sessions in local pubs. Cathrine gave… read more
31 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Susanna)
Susanna was here for almost a month and is a great workawayer. She was both flexible and got to know the routine within a couple of days. She took initiative where appropriate and became a part of life here seamlessly. She is not shy of hard work and took everything in her stride, which is efficient. She joined in the singing sessions and was a… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Carla)
Carla was a pleasure to have as a workawayer. Though this was her first time with workaway and the type of gardening a bit different from what she expected, it worked out well overall. Carla is very sociable and a great conversationalist, she takes initiative and learns quickly, knowing her limitations. She takes a great interest in different… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Carla) for host
I've stayed with Catherine for a month (june/24) and she took me at very short notice. She is a very hard worker and we both worked in her garden to clean it out, as the grass, nettles and raspberries had grown wildely.
She is very talkative and explained me a lot about the culture and history of her country. We went to Irish pubs off the tourist… read more
She is very talkative and explained me a lot about the culture and history of her country. We went to Irish pubs off the tourist… read more
4 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles)
It was a pleasure having Charles stay. He was very capable and flexible in everything he was asked to do. He was shown how to use a scythe and did an amazing job of a difficult area in the garden. Mowing, hedge cutting and general clearing around work was no trouble to him. He also did painting, during his second few weeks, digging out channels… read more
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Giorgio)
Giorgio, was a great workawayer, though he is young, he can take initiative and works very hard. He always finishes a job he starts and is very keen to help in any way he can. He is very good with a strimmer’s, lawn mower, and hedge clippers among the many tools he handled with care. He also found innovative ways to get to the most awkward heights… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nahuel)
Nahuel was an amazing workawayer during his short stay here. He is an extremely nice and easy person to have around, he takes initiative and has a lot of experience in many practical areas. He came up with creative ideas to work around problems. He is a strong and determined worker and finishes every job, leaving tools back in their place ready… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nahuel) for host
I couldn't stay long in this workaway due to personal problems but two weeks were enough to meet Catherine very well. She is a very kind and knowledgeable person that is always attentive to the needs of volunteers. She took me to visit important historical places in Ireland and explained to me about the history and culture of her country.
The… read more
The… read more
18 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (José Antonio)
Jose is a mature and assertive gentleman; he is very interested in his books and spent much of his free time working on them. Not the usual workawayer for here but what work was found for him to do in the garden, was well done. He was very good with a neighbour’s dog and played with him every day as he followed him in his work. Jose seemed… read more
(Very good)
17 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (José Antonio) for host
Catherine is an intelligent and cultivated woman with very personal points of view about the reality of the world. She has an interesting conversation about various historical aspects of Ireland's past and present, and I was delighted to listen to her. Also, she plays the guitar and has a nice voice.
The B&B activity that she ran at home… read more
The B&B activity that she ran at home… read more
1 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sylwester) for host
I had a great time at Catherine's!
She's a brilliant host, very flexible and caring and a top company as well. Getting back to workaway after 5 years couldn't be any smoother!
The biggest part of my job was strimming long grass down in the garden, some weeding, raking etc. At the time of my stay she was running a B&B which would make her busy… read more
She's a brilliant host, very flexible and caring and a top company as well. Getting back to workaway after 5 years couldn't be any smoother!
The biggest part of my job was strimming long grass down in the garden, some weeding, raking etc. At the time of my stay she was running a B&B which would make her busy… read more
13 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Faustine) for host
Catherine welcomed me for 2 months during the lockdown period.
Catherine is very friendly and made me discover the region and shared her knowledge of Irish history and culture.
It's very interesting to talk with Catherine and it was a pleasure to listen to her playing guitare and singing.
Catherine helped me a lot to improve my english and we had… read more
Catherine is very friendly and made me discover the region and shared her knowledge of Irish history and culture.
It's very interesting to talk with Catherine and it was a pleasure to listen to her playing guitare and singing.
Catherine helped me a lot to improve my english and we had… read more
10 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Faustine)
Faustine has been with me for nearly two months and was a blessing in the midst of the disruptions and restrictions related to Covid 19. It has been a pleasure to have her stay, she is a good worker; can paint, cook, make jam, clean, mow the garden, clear leaves and many other tasks around the place. She takes initiative and is tidy and respectful… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Martin Josue) for host
Catherine fully understands the concept of host, she is one of the nicest people I have met traveling, I enjoyed conversations with her and also the food that she cooked every day. She also gave me a lot of her time to improve my English, she is an excellent teacher. The work is easy and the house is warm. You can visit many interesting places… read more
11 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin Josue)
It was such a gift to have Martin stay. He has a multitude of skills and his talent on the guitar is amazing to watch – keep it up whenever you can. He is great in the house, cooking, cleaning and decorating. In the garden he is super and once a routine is established, he will take initiative and you will find everything running smoothly. Though… read more
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jean Jacques) for host
Dear Catherine
Thanks a lot for your kindness and patience during this month. I was here to improve my English and at the beginning it was very difficult for me to understand you and the others but at last I think I have made a lot of progres and now I am ready for others adventures maybe in Asia …..Vietnam or Cambodia.
The work was sometimes… read more
Thanks a lot for your kindness and patience during this month. I was here to improve my English and at the beginning it was very difficult for me to understand you and the others but at last I think I have made a lot of progres and now I am ready for others adventures maybe in Asia …..Vietnam or Cambodia.
The work was sometimes… read more
25 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jean Jacques)
It was a real pleasure having Jean Jacque as a workaway here. So much has been said by others already; Jean Jacque is a very nice person, good company and interested in all around him. He is a meticulous worker, taking a real pride in all he does. He was able to be flexible and work around the needs of many changes in plans and able to take… read more
(Excellent)
10 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hübsch)
It was a real pleasure having Eric as a workaway. He has a considerate and fun loving personality and generates a very positive energy that effects all around him. Eric is a great team worker and has a lot of building and gardening experience. He takes responsibility naturally and is used to all sorts of gardening tools, manual and mechanical. No… read more
(Excellent)
10 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hübsch) for host
Everyone should come here with Catherine!
Not just for the scones and meringues she cooks to perfection.
Not only because there are so many different jobs that you can do here if you like that.
Not just for the music you can hear or learn with her or listen to at Fox's on Wednesday nights.
Not only for Irish beers
Not just for the weather in… read more
Not just for the scones and meringues she cooks to perfection.
Not only because there are so many different jobs that you can do here if you like that.
Not just for the music you can hear or learn with her or listen to at Fox's on Wednesday nights.
Not only for Irish beers
Not just for the weather in… read more
11 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Aloizio) for host
I don't believe I could have picked a better place just before leaving Ireland - Catherine's home left an everlasting impression of the goodness in the Irish people, their history and culture.
While there I helped her with gardening(Lawn mower and streammer) and helped her solve some problems with her website.
Whenever there was free time I'd go… read more
While there I helped her with gardening(Lawn mower and streammer) and helped her solve some problems with her website.
Whenever there was free time I'd go… read more
9 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Aloizio)
Aloizio has been a wonderful workawayer, his positive energy and willingness to work with whatever is asked, is commendable. From day one he was working away and helped with everything, accepted instruction and looked for clarification when doing new jobs. The change from garden, as a result of bad weather didn’t faze him and he became a really… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie Amélie)
Maria was great to have here. Though she is a little shy at first and her stay was short, she got stuck in and worked as part of the team seamlessly. She is fun loving and brightened up the atmosphere with her smiles and jokes. Her work on the computer is fantastic, she has clear and contemporary ideas and the ability to put these into practice.… read more
(Excellent)
25 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Carmen ) for host
First at all, sorry for the so late reply! I stayed with Catherine for around two weeks and despite I had to go back to Spain sooner than I had planned, I could visit Dublin and other interesting places near Catherine's house, enjoy amazing music in a tradicional pub and even take some Irish dance lessons.
Catherine is a very interesting person… read more
Catherine is a very interesting person… read more
27 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Carmen )
Carmen was a lovely person to have around. Although her time here was short she managed to help me get a number of projects off the ground in the garden shed. She is a great close up photographer and allowed me to use some of my house on my website. She taught me how to document steps related to data input on the computer and overall was very good… read more
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tomas) for host
It was my first experience with Workaway. I was in this place one month and i say to you: ,,Great time spend with Catherine". She taught me, how to made homemade kefir and hummus and how to play guitar. She is an excellent guitar and whistle player. We visited local irish music seanson in the pub. Near her house is Tayto park, Where i tried huge… read more
22 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tomas)
Tomas was here for a month and was a great help. He put up a fence, and was very creative about securing it well. He is very good with a chain saw, chopped down a tree and got many logs ready for the fire. He is familiar with many garden tools and you can be assured he will care for them well. It was good fun getting to grips with the guitar and… read more
(Excellent)
11 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariano)
Mariano was here for a short stay and did a great job at all he put his hands to. It is lovely to have a straight hedge at a level I can manage and the lawn looking like a carpet. Not to mention the light and lovely tortillas he made. He is a sociable person, not shy talking to people and has sense of humour, we had fun with our word card games. I… read more
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alberto)
Alberto has been a welcomed part of life here for 6 months and has worked in many areas. He is an amazing gardener, great cook and makes a fantastic pizza. He can turn his hand to pretty much anything around the house and garden and is a capable independent worker. He is sensitive and very helpful to visitors and in household chores, is sociable… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alberto) for host
Talking about my stay with Catherin is just being able to say precious things.
Catherin is a kind, cultured, intelligent, very sensitive person. full of life and energy. I've been in this house for half a year. And this is the reason why I'm leaving. I have run out of time, but I know it is a place I will return to because I leave a fantastic… read more
Catherin is a kind, cultured, intelligent, very sensitive person. full of life and energy. I've been in this house for half a year. And this is the reason why I'm leaving. I have run out of time, but I know it is a place I will return to because I leave a fantastic… read more
2 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Manon)
Manon was a pleasure to have as a workawayer here. She has a happy disposition, is good company, flexible and fitted into our rather mixed and different routine these days of building projects. She has no problem trying anything she is asked to do and happy to learn new skills, take initiative and is also a good cook. I hope your English improved… read more
(Excellent)
5 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jamie)
Jamie was an easy going person to have here, it was really good to have help at this busy time, with the computer and website. I am happy it has developed on so much. Thank you for your patience with my lack of knowledge in this area Jamie. I would have no problems recommending Jamie to future hosts.
(Very good)
4 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jamie) for host
Catherine is a lovely host with a very nice place to stay. The work wasn't very demanding and it was nice to be able to help her with something I was actually interested in. Highly recommended. Thanks Catherine x
30 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
Catherine was great! :)
I stayed at her place for a shorf time but I enjoyed!! It was very nice to me spending some time to listen her about life, travel, irish culture. I learned many things from her, she is an inspiring and friendly woman. It's been a pleasure to share with Catherine. I am happy I met her and keep in touch!!
I stayed at her place for a shorf time but I enjoyed!! It was very nice to me spending some time to listen her about life, travel, irish culture. I learned many things from her, she is an inspiring and friendly woman. It's been a pleasure to share with Catherine. I am happy I met her and keep in touch!!
22 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicole)
Nicole stayed for a short while and was a pleasure to have around. She is a happy and considerate person, sociable and wants to help. She was willing to learn new skills and is good company. I would have no hesitation in recommending Nicole to other hosts. Might see you Nicole when you are passing through again. Good luck with your continuing… read more
(Excellent)
26 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tamara) for host
Dear Catherine
Thank you very very much for everything!
It was a great pleasure to meet you and brandy :) (brandy is the most beautiful dog in Ireland)
Catherine showed me lots of interesting places around her home and she was always very kind and explained me everything about history / tales / real life etc.
She is a creative, energetic woman… read more
Thank you very very much for everything!
It was a great pleasure to meet you and brandy :) (brandy is the most beautiful dog in Ireland)
Catherine showed me lots of interesting places around her home and she was always very kind and explained me everything about history / tales / real life etc.
She is a creative, energetic woman… read more
22 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tamara)
Tamara was here for only a couple of weeks but she fit in so quickly that it was like she was here a long time. She is amazing at woodcarving and did sound beautiful work here, as well as pruning and generally helping out, around the house and property. She has a quiet but very positive character, is a perfect house guest, always has a smile,… read more
(Excellent)
30 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
What can I say for good about Catherine that has not been said in other reviews, because I really can not say anything wrong, just because this woman does not have anything wrong. And about her home, either, just say that the atmosphere and the good energy that surrounds you in her home are fantastic, both for the house, the garden and the general… read more
17 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)
Marco was a great workawayers and pleasure to have stay, he is very sociable and gets on well with everyone. He settled in very quickly and participated in all that was going on, including singing in the local pub. He has an amazing amount of skills with machinery and brought a few tired ones back to life. He will try his hand at any number of… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Miroslav) for host
It was my first Workaway experience and could not be better. Catherine is a wonderful person, kind and friendly, she wants you to feel at home and do things you enjoy. From the very first moment I felt, as I lived there for a long time before. We enjoyed our meal conversations and sharing experience. I met a lot of new amazing people and also had… read more
12 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miroslav)
Miro was a brilliant workawayer, has great skill with trees, chain sawing and chopping. More than that Miro is a lovely person, he is respectful of people and their space, joins in the team spirit of things, is flexible, works very hard, can turn his hand at pretty much anything he is asked and will do a thorough job. He is great fun, has a quiet… read more
(Excellent)
10 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Arthur)
Arthur is a wonderful person to have around, he fit in very quickly with the pace of life here and became part of everything in his quiet friendly and considerate way. Everyone who met him enjoyed his company. He helped in all tasks asked of him, but took initiative where appropriate. He is simply amazing with a chain saw, not only in his tree… read more
(Excellent)
6 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Arthur) for host
It was my first experience as a Workawayer. Stay two months with Catherine was really incredible! Perfect for improve my english. She brought me in lovely pubs, mountains ;), historics monuments... I went in many towns around the country and visited lots of cool places. Drank plenty Guinness!
I've make lot of wood in her garden, cuting grass,… read more
I've make lot of wood in her garden, cuting grass,… read more
20 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Vincenzo) for host
This has been my first experience with Workaway. I helped Catherine with her garden. Some time the work has been a little hard, but the atmosphere was very relaxing with many breaks. I went to Ireland to improve my English. Catherine helped me with her patient and professional teacher experience. I chose Ireland because I think this country is… read more
19 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Vincenzo)
Vincenzo was a great workawayer, he was very good company, a pleasant and helpful person, with sensitivity and charm. He did everything asked with enthusiasm and you knew the job would be done properly. He took initiative and made many useful suggestions, worked in areas for the first time and became a real part of the family - and made a… read more
(Excellent)
13 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Massimo) for host
I've really enjoyed staying at Catherine's place. It's quite and lovely.
Catherine loves to speak and teach you everything she knows. From agriculture to English language. She also makes sure of you have enough time to travel and discover Dublin.
Thank you very much Catherine. I miss you.
Catherine loves to speak and teach you everything she knows. From agriculture to English language. She also makes sure of you have enough time to travel and discover Dublin.
Thank you very much Catherine. I miss you.
10 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Massimo)
It was a pleasure having Massimo, my first Italian to stay, he is always helpful and takes the initiative with a variety of jobs, as well as being good company. He had no problem accomodating our changable weather and was a great help in gathering and preserving our wild berries. I am still enjoying the Palenta. You are welcome to return any… read more
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Kate) for host
What an incredible host and amazing person Catherine is!
It was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t wish for better host.
Catherine is very friendly, knowledgeable, open-minded, nice to talk to, has great sense of humour, very hands on person.
Work was various and it’s not very often when somebody can say that work is fun, but in this… read more
It was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t wish for better host.
Catherine is very friendly, knowledgeable, open-minded, nice to talk to, has great sense of humour, very hands on person.
Work was various and it’s not very often when somebody can say that work is fun, but in this… read more
10 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Kate)
It was a pleasure having Kate, her knowledge is extensive and her ability to come up with novel ways around any problem is astonishing. She has a good sense of humour and willingness to participate and learn in all areas. She is respectful and always available to help, no task is too small and there is a good chance she has experience already,… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Enrique) for host
Catherine is a wonderful person and host ,she is very funny and she cares for her workawayers excellently.
I new some interesting places like the magic Hill of Tara.
She mades me feel at home and she helped me a lot to improve my English level.
I enjoyed working in her garden whith my partner Kate,I hope that she will really enjoy heaving… read more
I new some interesting places like the magic Hill of Tara.
She mades me feel at home and she helped me a lot to improve my English level.
I enjoyed working in her garden whith my partner Kate,I hope that she will really enjoy heaving… read more
27 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Enrique)
Kike is a fantastic asset to any working team, his manner is respectful, he likes a good joke and his experience is extensive in many areas, he is patient, strong and extremely efficient in all the tasks he undertook, whether cutting down an entire tree or laying concrete slabs. I hope you learned as much English as we learned about machine… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Cruz Manuel)
It was a pleasure having Cruz, with his quiet gentle humour and willingness to participate and learn in all areas. He is respectful and always available to help, no task is too small. His skills are numerous in the garden: cutting, clearing, trimming, laying concrete and sweeping to mention some. He will always help with preparing and clearning… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Eduard)
It has been a real pleasure having Eduard. He is lively and enthusiastic in everything, learns quickly and has the job done before you can ask a second time. His love of animals has a strong active and caring element. He gets on well with everyone (especially those who like football) and takes a genuine interest in what is happening around. … read more
(Excellent)
4 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (Eduard) for host
What an unforgettable month!! How can I begin... with you, Catherine, even I’ve been introduced to traditional Irish ceiles and I danced!! Really unexpected for me... You’ve been my guide in the area, my English teacher, my bread-cooker, my cinema partner and also in pints in traditional Irish pubs, and maybe my psychologist too... ;) I’ll never… read more
25 Sep 2012
Left by Workawayer (Marie_P) for host
I stayed with Catherine for around two weeks and it was a wonderful time for me. Catherine is a very welcoming and open minded person and always wants to make sure that her workawayers have a nice time. I enjoyed talking to her and getting to know her attitude towards life.
The working times were really fair and the work itself was okay. Thanks… read more
The working times were really fair and the work itself was okay. Thanks… read more
24 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie_P)
It is such a pleasure to meet so many people from all over the world, like Marie so young and courageous in her adventurous pursuits. She works hard at whatever is asked of her and is open to any task. Behind her gentle and quiet manner is great determination, keep up the good work and the whistle, it suits you.
(Excellent)
24 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (leonie93)
Leonie was very good to have you here, a willing and capable worker. Thank you for your singing, which is a great gift for you to share. Your artistic talent on the wood pile is a pleasure to behold when entering the shed. I will miss the duet when David is next jamming in the sitting room.
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2012
Left by Workawayer (KatrinS) for host
I really enjoyed staying with Catherine. She is a very interesting, open-hearted and versatile person. And her collection of tools is incredible. ;-)
I loved our conversations about everything and anything.
The work was various and never boring or unfair.
Her daughters, the ones I met, and her friends are also very kind and I had a lot of fun… read more
I loved our conversations about everything and anything.
The work was various and never boring or unfair.
Her daughters, the ones I met, and her friends are also very kind and I had a lot of fun… read more
14 Aug 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (KatrinS)
It was a great pleasure having Katrin here; she was not only one of the most capable people I have met but precise and thorough in all her activities. She is always engaging and fun, game for anything and liked by all. I sincerely hope you will visit again and wish you all the best in your exciting future.
(Excellent)
18 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (Martinez) for host
Thank you for your nice words!
Catherine is always in a good mood and smiling. She has been an incredible host…”work” is secondary to her. She likes to organize plans with workawayers….such as sightseeing, going out to dinner or a pub, watching movies, etc…I have learned a lot with her and I recommend working for her 100%
My workmate was… read more
Catherine is always in a good mood and smiling. She has been an incredible host…”work” is secondary to her. She likes to organize plans with workawayers….such as sightseeing, going out to dinner or a pub, watching movies, etc…I have learned a lot with her and I recommend working for her 100%
My workmate was… read more
18 Jul 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Martinez)
We missed you at the table Mr Paul Newman with all you new found skills. It was a pleasure having you here and thank you for the clear view from the kitchen window. The best of luck in all your new adventures and do drop in if you are passing Dublin again. Catherine and Katrin
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2012
Left by Workawayer (Elaina) for host
Catherine was a wonderful host. She welcomed me with open arms and made me feel very welcomed and comfortable in her home. She was also fair with the work requirements. I have to say we as a team did some good work in her garden and on her deck. Catherine gave me ideas and time to explore the area as well. This was my first workaway… read more
20 Jun 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Elaina)
Elaina was a great workaway, she is good company, shared many stories of her country and culture and worked away at whatever was asked of her. Her love of animals is infectious and Brandy misses her already. Bring Wes next time. Bon Voyage.
(Excellent)
