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Hi all.
We are a family of two parents (Christel & Dann) and three children (Michel, Chili & Chelsea) aged 12–19, living on an old traditional four-winged farm in the countryside near Copenhagen.
Dann works shift work at a brewery, while Christel works at home planning the daily work and the many projects around the farm.
We are currently renovating the main house and continuously have many small building projects, as well as both large and small tasks related to the different parts of the garden. In addition, we run a small farm campsite with space for up to three caravans at a time. We are also in the process of establishing a small permaculture garden, which is also used for hosting workshops.
Over the years we have had various animals such as dogs, cats, goats, sheep, geese and ducks. At the moment we have cats and ducks, and we expect to have sheep and geese again during 2026.
We are looking for motivated Workawayers who would like to stay with us for a longer period and help with the various projects. We prefer Workawayers who are a bit handy and enjoy practical work, but this is not a requirement – we are happy to teach you what you don’t know yet. If you are only able to stay with us for two weeks, please don’t hesitate to contact us, as we occasionally also host Workawayers for shorter stays.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Technology
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Culture
Self development
Movies & TV
Farming
Carpentry
Astronomy
Animals
History
DIY & crafts
Books
Plant care
Music
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Gardening
Outdoor activities
Nature
Fitness
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
In our family you can learn about Danish "hygge", language, culture and society. You get an insight into our family's daily lives, norms, values and traditions.
We have an open mind and enjoy talking about culture, politics and social issues, which means you can ask about anything.
At our place you will also have the opportunity to learn something about nature, (permacultural) gardening and animal husbandry and to join us creating a large wild nature garden, where we arrange workshops aboute ecology, permaculture and climate change and demonstrate how easy it is to improve biodiversity in the garden, grow your own vegetables, sort and compost waste, learn to recycle discarded things, etc.
As a family, we hope to learn about other cultures, traditions, and languages through everyday life with you. This is important to us because meeting people from different parts of the world strengthens our openness, curiosity, and understanding — and especially gives our children a natural and respectful view of diversity.
Help
We are looking for a single, a couple or two friends who are willing to share a double bed.
While staying with us you'll both be expected to work 5 hours a day, 5 days a week - or 25 hours total pr person that can be arranged in different ways if it makes more sense at various times. We can be flexible about which days you're working. Most projects will be outdoors, but on very rainy days we'll try to adapt to the weather.
We'll often be working alongside you or as a minimum give you good instructions so everyone feels comfortable with the tasks at hand.
Bring clothes that you don't mind getting dirty and clothes that are rainproof.
We strive to be environmentally friendly in any way we can, this includes sorting our waste, taking short showers and not to waste energy wherever possible. Please be willing to take part in this.
Languages
Languages spoken
Danish: Fluent
English: Fluent
German: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
At the moment, we offer a small room for one Workawayer in the main house. The room can be shared by two Workawayers, or it will be yours alone if we end up hosting only one helper. A couple or two friends traveling together can be a great option. We have blankets and duvets.
We all share the bathroom, common areas and kitchen. Free internet, but bring your own computer.
It is a good idea to bring indoor shoes/slippers and a warm sweater, as the floors and the house can feel a bit cold during winter. The house has old facilities, but it is perfectly livable, and we will do our best to make sure you feel comfortable and at home.
During the summer season, we also have the possibility to accommodate two additional Workawayers in our caravan, which is located on our small countryside campsite. In addition, we are happy to welcome Workawayers all year round who arrive with their own caravan or campervan.
To be workaways with us, it is important that you can eat the same as our family. We do not have the time and opportunity to shop special foods or make special dishes. We can therefore not buy vegan/vegetarian food or halal meat.
We expect that you help in the kitchen the days that you are attending the meals. Everyone helps to cover the table and clean after meals, and emty and fill the dishwasher.
We do NOT accept any use of hash/marijuana, wild partying, smoking inside the house, extreme drinking or people that need to register, using our address.
We prefer that you arrive between Sunday - Wednesday.
What else ...
You are free to do whatever you find interesting, in the freetime. If you like to go somewhere we will try to help you find the best way getting there.
There are only 2 kilometers from our farmhouse to the center of Ringsted. Ringsted has a long history going back to medieval times when it was without doubt the main city on Zealand.
At the 'Tingstenene' in the town center, important decisions were made by Danish monarchs who were subsequently laid to rest in the beautiful church of St. Bendts.
Today Ringsted is a town bustling with life and a lot to offer with activities and entertainment all year round. A popular town for hosting conferences and events, Ringsted is home to shopping malls and a shopping outlet on the outskirts.
The town center is cozy and welcoming and regularly hosts exciting fairs and festivals. Ringsted also boasts a swimming pool and has leisure facilities on offer to those who seek a more active visit.
There is a bird sanctuary about 8 km. from our property that you can visit for free as often as you like. They also have many exciting events throughout the year.
You can reach most of Denmark from Ringsted. Copenhagen is only 45 minutes away by train. Funen and Jutland is only 1½-2 hours away by train. The train leaves every 30 minutes. Be aware of the fact that transport in Denmark can be quite expensive.
Check out GoMore (car-sharing) to see if you can travel budget to your next destination in Denmark - or if you are lucky maybe somewhere in Europe. Or flixbus.dk for cheap bustickets.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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You were the perfect workawayer. You stayed with us for 2 weeks and we wish you could have stayed much much longer. You are a wonderful person, hardworking, flexible, responsible, humorous and really interesting company. That's why you quickly became a natural part of our family 🥰
You were never afraid to take on new challenges or… read more
They have a lot of knowledge about history, politics, economy and culture.
We'v had long conversations about everything and it was so interesting.
They are very open-minded and have a critical spirit so it was truely a valuable exchange.
We did a… read more
Ben and Arthur are two very calm, responsible and respectful people. Always willing to help with whatever is needed and always with good energy and a good mood.
They helped us separate more than 100 wooden pallets… read more
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You were the perfect workawayer. You stayed with us for 2 weeks and we wish you could have stayed much much longer. You are a wonderful person, hardworking, flexible, responsible, humorous and really interesting company. That's why you quickly became a natural part of our family 🥰
You were never afraid to take on new challenges or… read more
They have a lot of knowledge about history, politics, economy and culture.
We'v had long conversations about everything and it was so interesting.
They are very open-minded and have a critical spirit so it was truely a valuable exchange.
We did a… read more
Ben and Arthur are two very calm, responsible and respectful people. Always willing to help with whatever is needed and always with good energy and a good mood.
They helped us separate more than 100 wooden pallets… read more
Mehrdad stayed with us for about 8 weeks and we had a wonderful time together! He’s one of a kind.
Mehrdad is a real gentleman and very nice to be around. He quickly became a part of the family. Even so close that we could talk about issues of a more private and confidential nature. He has a very positive… read more
I hope they are doing well. 🤗
I enjoyed with their family every single day which we were together.
Christel is a wonderful woman and mother who is excellent chef and so smart. They have a big and so beautiful project about their beautiful house which will come true so soon.
Her family is wonderful and so kind. ❤️😘
I spend 2… read more
Christel y su familia son, en pocas palabras, maravillosas personas. Ella sueña con un gran proyecto turístico-educativo en su hogar, para albergar visitantes de todo el mundo, también es una madre abnegada y gran dueña de casa. Dann es un trabajador incansable, amante de los motores y la buena música. Chloe es una señorita… read more
Luis quickly became a natural part of the family with his warmth and generosity. He… read more
Thank you for the time with you! We were very happy to get to know you and have you around us. We feel that you are a part of our big family!
Dermival stayed here for two weeks. He was hardworking and always in very good spirits. Dermival helped with gardening, cleaning as well as preparing and laying a completely tiled terrace.… read more
The kids were so kind and very smart and cultivated, playing with the youngest was so funny !
Christel and Dann are amazing parents and incredible humans being
We spent a lot of time talking and sharing about… read more
Whether it was painting furniture, picking berries or removing high weeds with leeks, Alisa was always ready to do her best with great commitment, responsibility and good humor.
Alisa works independently, methodically, and always very tidy.… read more
Mostly I painted some furniture, picked berries or cut the grass. There were two other workawayers from Argentina and sometimes we worked together.
So the work was not that hard, ecspecielly because we've had the lunch between. All 3 meals we ate together… read more
Whether it was hard work in the garden or hard work with breaking down the floor separation in our old barn, Zakki was always ready to do his best and with great commitment and responsibility.
He is a very kind, polite and modest person and has a… read more
You are a wonderful and warm hearted guy with a nice humor whose positive energy infected everyone around you.
The whole family enjoyed your company because you engaged in our everyday… read more
if I could I would rate 6 stars; this host was marvaellous. The family (parents more 4 beautiful children) host me in the most joyfull way. I am very delight to have been their guest.
Light and Love
Tony
Our children were also very happy with Erick who also wanted to play and have fun with them. He… read more
I really enjoyed my time and work at Dann and Christel's place. They are a good family with a lot of projects that need help with. The atmosphere was good despite some situations with other workawayers but Christel and Dann solved them very good.
Conversations were interesting and there was a lot of language exchange.… read more
