Help in a country home and gardens in Westmeath, Central Ireland

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Hello Workawayers, thank you for visiting my host profile, we are located in the midlands of IRELAND, just outside the towns of Kinnegad (2Km,) and Mullingar (20km) in Co. Westmeath.

We are 40 mins from Dublin city by car and 50 mins from Dublin Airport. 1.5hrs from Galway & 1.5hrs Sligo. There is a very good bus service serving the the town of Kinnegad from all areas of the country.

I have a large country house on 0.5 hectacres of landscaped gardens & vegetable gardens ( IT IS NOT A FARM, WE DO NOT KEEP ANIMALS). I am growing our own vegetables and some fruits which we are expanding. I want to establish a few bee hives for own honey and I want to establish a chicken run for own eggs. I need help with maintaining the house inside & outside, the gardens & grounds, the hedges and vegetable areas throughout the year.
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PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE FROM OUTSIDE EUROPE YOU WILL NEED A WORK PERMIT VISA TO COME TO IRELAND AS A WORKAWAYER.
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IDEALLY I'M LOOKING FOR HELPERS WHO WISH TO STAY A MINIMUM OF 1 MONTH BUT PREFER UP TO 3 - 6 MONTHS.

I'M LOOKING FOR HELPERS from now through all 2021. Please have a face picture on your profile.

I am interested in hosting ALL nationalities but especially European citizens like Spanish, Italian, German, Czech & French etc. Please note we cannot accommodate couples.

I CAN HOST SINGLE HELPERS WITH SKILLS AND INTEREST IN FITNESS, WELLBEING and HEALTHY LIFESTYLES and CATERING Skills as we like to cook and eat healthy. We have a number of bicycles here and like to go for long bike rides, do some running & walks around the area. We also have a small gym & boxing training area. I also have Hi-speed internet access and a Home Cinema Facility for films and movies and sometimes we play a bit of CHESS.
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Occasionally there are other jobs & projects to offer prospective helpers, away from the house and gardens,
SOMETIMES THIS CAN BE PAID WORK FOR EXTRA HOURS!

I currently have a major project, converting a field area into extending the lawns and fruit and vegetables area.
Also need to erect a large polytunnel in this field. Want to build a Pergola, Gazebo and Decking area in the gardens. Need to do some re-modelling inside in the house also. So, we have lots of tasks and projects to progress.

Before Covid 19 I was a freelance 'Private Tour Chauffeur Driver/Guide' around Ireland with American Families and Groups.
Today I am a sales manager and mainly run a small medical devices company and provide Health and Wellbeing products and Therapies to our customers.

I also have rooms which I rent on a medium-term basis to local workers. If I am away with work sometimes you will be required to do house sitting at home for a few days and keep everything maintained inside and outside.

2021 will be my 7th year hosting helpers and it is going very well, we have hosted over 100 helpers to date. We have had some wonderful volunteers and great experiences with them. I'm looking forward to hosting again throughout 2021.

Hoping to hear from you.

Kevin -Kinnegad - Ireland.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am very flexible here and feel it is important that Helpers travel and experience the culture of Ireland and all its scenery and beauty. I always encourage helpers to take some days away from here, to travel and visit as many places, attractions and areas of Ireland as possible. I can advise on all the locations around Ireland from my tour guiding knowledge.
Help
I can provide accommodation, food & board with some transport etc. to suitable helpers who can help with the house, gardens and projects. We are flexible but you will usually do an average of 5 hours daily for 5 days per week (10am to 4pm with lunch break). Ideally , individual helpers with experience in housekeeping, gardening, landscaping, DIY/Handyman and building projects are most suited here.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Irish: Fluent
Accommodation
Ensuite rooms, usually sharing with another helper. Occasionally there are more than 2 helpers here, at most there were 5 here at the same time.
What else ...
I will encourage you to make yourself at home here and cook with everyone to experience your foods and customs etc. I want you to especially enjoy your experience here and improve your 'English' language as much as possible while here.The main reason helpers come to Ireland on workaway programs is to improve their english language. Therefore I prefer and always try to have single helpers from different countries where the only common language here is English, as much as possible. That way you are guaranteed to improve your english!! For this reason I tend not to accept couples.

We welcome ALL races, religions, cultures, characters and orientations here. The world is a far better and more interesting place with a rich diversity.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Photos

Radovan from Czech Republic doing a little training in our shed gym!

Royber, here from Spain, planting the vegetable garden, May 2020.

First Fresh Veg Salad of 2020. April 25th!!!

Italy challenges Spain in Netball in August '17.

Vegetable garden 2017

Overhead view - Vegetable garden Summer 2017

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William from New Zealand helping to save the turf for the winter fires in June '16.

Baptiste from France and Guillem from Catalan in Spain enjoying a plate of Escargot (Snails) they cooked with us in Nov. '16

The vegetable garden in full growth during summer.

Our tunnel with vegetables and herbs in summer '16.

Feedback left by and about host (67)

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29/12/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Aykut)

Aykut is a very genuine guy. He came for most of the month of December and it was evident from the beginning that he loves cleaning and preparing the house for every day. He baked some delicious Cheese Bread a few times, this was new to me and excellent. He also prepared some Turkish meals many times and all were excellent. He is a very determined… read more

(Very good )

29/12/2020

Left by Workawayer (Aykut) for host

It was my first 'Workaway" experience and I can say It was amazing and really comfortable in Kevin's house. I stayed nearly one month and all moments were perfect for me. Kevin was always kind to me and I felt I am really at my home. I did just easy daily tasks and cooking and that kind of projects. There is wonderful place , peaceful, silent and… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Ian)

Ian came to us in early Aug. '20. We had communicated since Oct. '19 initially. He did workaway with us for 7 weeks. From his arrival it was clear that Ian is a very organised and disciplined guy. Immediately he was sorting out the house and gardens on a daily basis, everything in it's place and available when needed. He prefers to prepare and… read more

(Very good )

01/10/2020

Left by Workawayer (Ian) for host

From the moment Kevin collected me from Mullingar train station is was quite evident that we were going to get along well. Kevin is a very kind man with a big heart. He is also the first person who I’ve ever met who talks more than I do! Kevin has an enormous array of stories from his work as a tour guide, so if cultural exchange or extensive… read more knowledge about the history of Ireland are what you are looking for then look no further! He is also good to talk to about pretty much anything so that’s another bonus....

The meals here are also excellent and there is a lot of flexibility for workawayers to experiment and cook anything they wish (I am a terrible cook and was quite happy to do the washing up instead but I’m just saying that the option is there to experiment if you want it!). Kevin also grows his own herbs/veggies etc and tries to use them wherever possible when cooking which is nice.

As for the work itself…….Very satisfying. The jobs were varied and included weeding the garden, cleaning the house, fixing the showers in the guest rooms (or attempting to before finally submitting and calling the plumber!), reorganising the gym/shed area. Kevin has a laid back personality so will tell you what he wants doing and then just leave you alone to do it in your own time (without bothering you every 5 minutes like some other hosts do!). This is important as it creates trust and if you plan to stay for a long time (I was here for just over 2 months) then this kind of relationship between host and workawayer is crucial.

Other perks are the gym/punchbag in the shed area and the use of the bicycles. There is a lovely canal to cycle along between Kinnegad and Mullingar which I did a few times. There are also a couple of lakes reasonably close which are a lovely place to relax (and take a dip if the water isn’t too cold and you are feeling brave!).

Staying at the house you kind of have the best of everything. It's very relaxed and you always feel like you have a lot of space, both inside the house and outside in the grounds/gardens. There is a lovely swing bench in the front garden (I have now claimed that as my own and nobody else is allowed to use it!) which is a lovely place to sit in the afternoons. At night you can usually see the stars (another one of my favorite pastimes) as there is little to no air pollution here.

Last thing I want to add is that Kevin made me feel very welcome and ‘included’ when he had guests over for dinner a couple of times. This was a nice touch and says a lot about the man.

Overall a wonderful experience. I have done 6 workaway placements in Ireland and this was by far the best. I would have happily stayed for another two months but I now have a paid opportunity elsewhere so need to move on. But you can’t get rid of me that easily Kevin! I’ll be back to stay with you again sometime in the future!!

Take care and all the best my friend,

Ian

(Excellent )

11/09/2020

Left by Workawayer (Radovan) for host

It was my first workaway experiance and i don't think it could have been better. On the start when I saw Mr. Kevin on the airport, i just thought "it will be some muppet", but he is one of the best people what i ever met in Ireland. His cooking is absollutly amazing, every time there was enought food and if you need something just tell and he buy… read more

(Excellent )

02/06/2020

Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host

My stay with Kevin was excellent, I spent three months at his house, we faced lockdown due to COVID19, but he always made me feel that I could continue in his home without problems.
I learned a lot of gardening, I trained in his gym every day, and used his bikes to tour the city. He was always very nice to me.
I learned how to cook some recipes… read more

(Excellent )

20/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Louis ) for host

There aren't enough stars to rate my wonderful experience at Kevin's place! But, I can tell you that this has been my best workaway experience so far.

I came to Kevin's place in October 2019 and stayed for about 2 months. And I returned in January 2020 and stayed for another month and I'm looking forward to going back in future.

Generally,… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (LORYS)

Lorys is a very genuine young man. He came to us in April '19 and spent over 4 months here. He got himself a job in the local town of Kinnegad and spent a few months in it. He is a very helpful and willing worker and applies himself to every task. He has very good skills in catering and hospitality and I can happily recommend him to any host for… read more

(Very good )

25/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (LORYS) for host

How can I start.. I planned to come to kinnegad for just a month and I stayed more than 4 months. The first day, I told Kevin I would like to find a job in Ireland and after 3 days he got me an interview, I got the job and he lent me his bike. After that Kevin helped me about the administration, to get my pps number, etc.. He was really helpful.… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Riccardo)

Riccardo spent a few weeks with us in Sept. - Oct. '19. He is a very genuine guy who helps in every way he can.
Always looking for something to do he completed a few good projects here and helped a lot both inside and outside the house. He is very polite and makes conversation with everyone. I can happily recommend Riccardo to any host. Thanks… read more

(Very good )

16/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Riccardo) for host

My experience in Kevin's place was short (about 2 weeks) but enjoyable. Kevin has a good sense of humour, he's kind and flexible, always letting workawayers manage by theirselves their work time and days-off. House and garden are big and beautiful, everytime plenty of delicious food, also Kinnegad has a good bus connection to everywhere in the… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (José Alfonso) for host

It has been a great experience to have shared this time with Kevin and the other guys, it has been a pleasure to meet you all and to help with what was needed.
The best thing has been to be able to enjoy the company of other people from other countries and know a lot places arround Ireland, this was fabulous.
All the best Kevin, I hope to meet at… read more

(Excellent )

16/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Mattia)

Mattia was with us for 2 months in June and July 2019. He is a very well mannered and responsible young man who knows what he wants to do with his life. He participated very well with all the other helpers in the house and took responsibility for many projects both inside and outside the house. He is respectful and willing to help wherever he can.… read more

(Very good )

14/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Mattia) for host

During the two months that i stayed in Kevin i have had the opportunity to meet new people from different country, speak english and visit Ireland which was all i was expecting for my first workaway experience! The host, Kevin, is a disponible and kind person with a great sense of humor! He encourages you to take some days to visit the country… read more

(Very good )

16/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Damiano)

Damiano was with us for a month in July '19. He is a very polite and helpful young man. He has many building skills and is a very good team member. He completed all tasks and projects willingly and participated in the cooking and cleaning in the house daily. I have no hesitation in recommending Damiano to any future hosts. We wish him the best of… read more

(Very good )

08/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Damiano) for host

I found myself very well in kinnegad, Kevin is a helpful and very funny person, he never made me miss anything and I felt like home, it was a great experience that I will never forget, thaks Kevin

Damiano

(Excellent )

23/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Ayereth)

Ayereth came to us in mid April '19 for a month. He is a very polite and respectful young man. He was willing to work on all projects and indeed he did a very good job of cleaning the field by himself over a period of a week. He fitted in well with the other helpers and is very good in maintaining the house inside also. I wish him the best of luck… read more

(Very good )

16/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Ayereth) for host

Kevin's house is very big and very nice, I had a very good experience while I was there, work is easy, Kevin buys enough to eat, the room is nice and has a private bathroom, hot water and everything necessary for cleaning Personal, in the afternoons I went out to run close to home and to exercise in the garden, Kevin is a very good person and told… read more

(Excellent )

23/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Sofokli )

Sofokli spent about a month with us in Feb.-March this year. He is a very disciplined and mannerly young man. He is quite efficient with every project you delegate to him, especially when you give him precise instructions and details on how you need the project completed. I found he prefers to work on his own and will stay working until the job is… read more

(Very good )

21/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Sofokli ) for host

I spent 1 month with Mr Kevin. It was a positive experience, as I had to adapt to new conditions and environment. The house is situated outside of Kinnegad, with a beautiful view on the countryside.
During free time you can use a bike and explore the country. Mr Kevin is available if you need help and is very generous. I wish him all the best… read more

(Excellent )

02/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin)

Valentin came to us in mid-February 2019 as a start to his workaway experiences in Ireland. He is quiet and sensible young man who is polite and respectful of others. Hi carried out all his tasks very well no matter what the project was. While he was here we were doing gardening, cleaning, painting and housework. Valen is also a good cook and… read more

(Very good )

02/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Valentin) for host

I stayed 2 weeks and it was a really good time. Kevin is a great guy with a good sense of humor and he could tell me a lot about the irish culture. The work he gave me was easy to do. He has three racing bikes, which are perfect to explore the area.
I can highly recommend this workaway!

(Very good )

10/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Carles)

Carles came to us in Sept. '18. Initially he contacted me in July to arrange his workaway. He is a very organised young man and very mature for his age. Carles is very polite and respectful, always willing to help in every way. He is also a very quick learner and completed his tasks with care and attention. He is also a very good cook in the… read more

(Very good )

09/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Carles) for host

It was my first workaway experience and It was so great. Kevin is a very nice man, friendly and funny.
We had good experiences together, in our free time, sometimes we played the guitar and we sang. We used to play Chess and talked about our adventures.
The work was very good and I never had any problem. He always helped me.
Kevin have a lot of… read more

(Excellent )

18/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (alberto) for host

A calm and interesting place to know the Rural Ireland. Nice people Kevin is fantastic, pleasing company, a very advisable place. We meet in the future here or in Spain, Graces for every Alberto

(Excellent )

11/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Izaak)

Isaak came to us initially intending to spend a period of 3 months, but due to his application for residency in another country he had to leave after only 3 weeks to attend an immigration interview back in New Zealand. Isaak is a wonderful guy, polite, sincere, honest and above all hard working. He completed so many tasks here in such a short… read more

(Very good )

05/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Izaak) for host

This was my first workaway experience.
I was very sad to leave Kevin's place From the start he was extremely helpful and it was easy to see he was going to be a brilliant host.
With a wide knowledge of Ireland and very good at telling stories, plus being very good with instructions and encouraging with the work we did, I couldn't recommend Kevin… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Adrian)

Adrian came here in Spring 2018. Of all the helpers I've had here over the years I am most indebted to Adrian. He arrived when I was in very poor condition with my back, a very severe episode of sciatica. Adrian was with me for about 2.5 months and during that time he was my lifesaver. Everyday he helped, making breakfast, looking after the house,… read more

(Excellent )

10/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Adrian) for host

Kevin is a great person with whom I learned a lot of skills about gardening, work in a tunel and all the jobs into the house, also the rest of the family. I passed so funny moments with him and the people around him. Like he said: you are not there to work, just to help and learn English. You have free weekends to travel everywhere and kevin help… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host

I spent two amazing weeks with Kevin and since the first day I arrived I felt that place like a home. He is very friendly and funny. He always wanted to help me and teach me a lot of things.
Thank you very much for everything.

(Excellent )

22/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Asier) for host

I spent 2 weeks at Kevin's house and left with pity at the end! Before I got home I had already started to help, and once at home he helped me with everything I needed (related to work). Thank you very much. And the work at home was varied, in the garden, in the orchard, cooking ... of everything a little! I hope everything goes well, See you… read more

(Excellent )

18/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Eugenio) for host

I have spended 14 weeks with Kevin.
I've started that I know nothing of english language. He said “ you go off when you will speak english” and that it was.

Not heavy work, 20-25 hours per week. In the free time I practiced with the piano( or guitar; there are one piano and two guitars in this house) and went to run or by bike in the quite… read more

(Excellent )

03/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)

Lucas spent 3 weeks with us in Feb. & March 2018. He is a really polite and willing young man. Always interested in what needs to be done, always seeking to learn and help as much as possible. While here he did some great cooking of some delicious French meals and baking. We can highly recommend Lucas to any host. You are always welcome back Lucas… read more

(Very good )

02/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host

I don't know where to start, in those 20 days many great things happen to me, It was my first experience with workaway, I was leaving France with the goal to speak a better English, but when I met Kevin, he said to me " Lucas I want to, when you go back to France says everybody that your time here was the greatest time you ever spends " and with… read more

(Excellent )

27/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Joaquim) for host

I have been in Kevin and Angela house about two month and It has been very good experience. They are a lovely couple that provide you all of you need. Kevin knows all about Ireland and he has a lot of sense of humor. Thank you cert much. I hope see you again. Big hugs!

(Excellent )

11/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Yoonsang)

Yoonsang stayed with us in Nov. '17 for about 3 weeks. From his arrival he was a very helpful and polite young man. Having travelled quite a bit before he got to us he relayed all his travels and experiences to date. He helped with some great cooking, he even went to a specialist Korean shop in Dublin to acquire the correct ingredients so he could… read more

(Very good )

16/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Yoonsang) for host

I had stayed kevin's house for about 3 weeks. It was my first time for workaway and it was really amazing and good experience. I really enjoyed the life in kinnegad. Including work, food, chat, and the cute dog frosty everything was perfect. When i leave there i felt little bit sad and they said always welcome to comeback. I felt like my another… read more

(Excellent )

11/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Chukwudi Lawrence)

Chukwudi stayed with us for 3 weeks in Nov. '17. He was a pleasure to host, always willing to help, easily mixed with the other helpers and joined into some great discussions on all sorts of subjects. We found him to be a very genuine young man who has just completed his formal education and is now embarking on an entrepreneurial adventure. We had… read more

(Very good )

08/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Chukwudi Lawrence) for host

I spent about three weeks in Kinnegad. My experience, in essence, was profoundly meaningful. Ranging from the heartily prepared varieties of foods to the scenic natural surroundings, complimented with a warmth and inclusive atmosphere, enjoying my time was effortless. During my time there, there were also guys from France, Australia, South Korea… read more

(Excellent )

16/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Hugo)

Hugo stayed with us for a month in Oct. and Nov. '18. He is a very calm and helpful young man, always willing to assist.
During his stay we had one big project which was cutting a major hedge in half, Hugo was the man who tackled this every day, with 2 other volunteers, and they completed the project within a week. He is a very good team player,… read more

(Very good )

15/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Hugo) for host

Kevin and Angela are very friendly and kind. They welcome you as a member of their familly, they make you feel in their home like your home. They permit you to go to visit places when you want, during the week or at the week-end. The work are not difficult ( maintain the house and the garden).

(Excellent )

03/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniele)

Daniele stayed with us during September '17. He is a very genuine guy with a bright outlook on life. He is also very polite, helpful and a great team member. He is always happy to help out with whatever the task is both inside and outside. Daniele is a very good cook and made some delicious meals for everyone while here also.
We enjoyed his… read more

(Very good )

05/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniele) for host

The experience with this host family was great. The atmosphere is very serene, Kevin and Angela are magnificent people and their strenght is all in their genuinity and generosity. Kevin is a very sociable person and very open minded, while Angela is a thoughtful woman and a good cook. The work to be done is varied and never heavy, in addition you… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniele) for host

Kevin and Angela were two of the most wonderful people I have met. Upon arriving to Ireland they made me feel right at home and gave me a wonderful start to my time here. The work was not too heavy and we were given a lot of time to explore the area. Angela's cooking.....wow....it was absolutely beautiful. I have to say, her apple pie was the best… read more

(Excellent )

15/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Eyal)

Eyal stayed with us during Aug. / Sept. '17. He is a very obligueing type of guy and a great conversationalist. Always willing to help, no matter what the work is and became part of the team easily.
He is an excellent cook in the kitchen and made some great meals for all the group when here, his Shakshuka is to die for and everybody really enjoyed… read more

(Very good )

15/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Eyal) for host

I have stayed with Kevin and Angela for 3 amazing weeks.
The work was as described on their page and doing it felt good and with no unnecessary pressure. Working for these hosts is based on mutual understanding, respect, fairness and honesty- which is, to my opinion, exactly the right attitude for Workaway!
Other then that, Kevin and Angela both… read more

(Excellent )

03/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jaume)

Jaume came to help us for the Month of August '17. We had 2 other workawayers here also, one from Italy and one from Czech. He is a very polite and helpful young gentleman. He is very easy get along with and always willing to help in every task. He enjoyed some cooking of his Spanish meals in the kitchen as well as all the tasks in the garden. We… read more

(Very good )

02/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jaume) for host

My experience in this country house was incredible and also I could feel as my home. First of all, say that Kevin and Angela are two great, big, kind, funny and enormous person, whose ones helped and enjoyed with me great moments. I had the opportunity to meet others works away from other countries, know the culture, food and their custom. We… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)

Thank you Eric & Finia, we really enjoyed your stay here and all your help in the garden and in the house. We are glad you enjoyed your time here and you will always be welcome back.

Kind regards

Kevin & Angela

(Very good )

04/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Eric) for host

I was together with my sister for 2 weeks at Flynns home in Kinnegad.
It was a beautifull time and a wonderfull start for our Northern Irland trip.
Kevin is the man in the house and has the command over the garden and every project.
He has a project for everybody and work will never end.
Angela is the best cooker we have ever seen.
She loves to… read more

(Excellent )

25/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (clement) for host

I stay just 11 days in the house of Kevin and Angela but it was a very good experience for me. Kevin and Angela are very nice people! Thanks to them, I could improve my English and visit the country the week end, because they took me to the bus stop the week end. during the week, we worked in the garden and in the house, it was very nice with… read more

(Excellent )

11/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Bernardo)

Bernardo stayed with us in Spring '17. He is a very polite and willing young gentleman. Always willing to help and try any task. From the first day, he joined in with all the workawayers and participated in the team. Being from Italy he makes a great Pizza and spaghetti dishes.
We now have lots of plants, vegetables and flowers growing this year… read more

(Excellent )

11/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Bernardo) for host

I spent 7 weeks at Flynn’s house and it was great!
Kevin is a brilliant person, full of ideas, always looking for improve and renovate his own garden and tunnel. He manage and schedule the days very well with lots of tasks and projects, so don’t be afraid Helpers, it’s impossibile to get bored.
Usually the day start at 10 o’clock, with basic… read more

(Excellent )

16/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Santiago Yarid)

Santiago was a pleasure to host. He is a very polite and willing young man. He is always looking to help and try new tasks and will continue until the job is complete. We did some laying of concrete paths while he was here and he took charge of them, even though he had never done this before. He is a very able gardener and did a lot of the sowing… read more

(Excellent )

15/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Santiago Yarid) for host

This was my very first workaway experience and to be honest is very very difficult to find the words to describe the incredible experience that was live with Kevin, Angela and all the family and friends, I'm more than grateful for the opportunity I had to be able to live with you for a little more than two months, since the first day of my arrival… read more

(Excellent )

20/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Francisco) for host

I can highly recommend this workaway. Kevin and Angela are lovely people and they are always helping you and trying to make you feel at your home. Nice expirience with they and other workawayers learning about different cultures and sharing a lot of funny stories.

Thanks for all!

Fran

(Excellent )

18/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Fernando) for host

Kevin and Angela... Probably in the top 5 of greatest people in Ireland, staying there was amaizing, was my longest stay so far but felt like wasn't enought and we accomplish so much and we had the most amaizing time, this poeple are super cool and easy going, when it comes to what is has to be done Kevin knows how to administrate the work so it… read more

(Excellent )

17/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Fernando)

We can highly recommend Fernando, he has been with us for 2 months last year (2016), the longest helper stay we've had to date. Fernando will tackle any type of work, cooking, fixing the internet and laptops, computers etc etc. He is great fun too and very witty.He has a great attitude to working and helping in every way he can. We are very proud… read more

(Excellent )

23/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (jaume) for host

I expend one month with Kevin and Angela family, they are a amazing family. Since the firt day that I arrive I felt at home. They are very friendly and they like shared his house and his experience with the workaway. They like taste new meals and they like teach about his culture and his meals. Work in his house is very grateful and flexible you… read more

(Excellent )

22/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Guillem)

Thank you Guillem, you were a pleasure to host and work with. Always good humoured, always funny, always fun. You will always be welcome back in Kinnegad. Regards, Kevin & Angela.

(Excellent )

21/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Guillem) for host

I was been 2 month in house Flynn. My travel was only for improve my english the way cheaper but I discover other way the meet one culture and people. My family in Irland simply was a perfect . Angela is very hard worker and Kevin is very good men and can speak all without problem . every day could cook my favorite plates for family flynn. It's… read more

(Excellent )

14/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Miro)

Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute

(No show)

08/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Baptiste) for host

Amazing meeting with Angela, Kevin and their sons. It was my first Workaway experience and it was a great success! I was here to improve myself and learn Irish culture before to start an Erasmus Program in Ireland. Angela is an excellent cook and also a kind person. The same applies to Kevin, who is also very obliging. Lot of different and… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Tommaso)

Tommaso was with us for the month of August '16. He is a young gentleman, very mannerly, polite and very helpful with everything. He cooked some great Italian Pasta for all the family while here. He also went on a few tours of Ireland and got to know the culture and the language better. Tommaso is always welcome back. T

Thanks for all your help… read more

(Very good )

30/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Tommaso) for host

My experience in Ireland was absolutely great!
Kevin and Angela are really good and kind people.
Kinnegad is not a big city but there are several bus that allow you to go to Dublin, Galway, wherever you want.
Flynn's house is a little bit far from Kinnegad but Kevin usually drives you to the bus stop during your 2 days off to visit Ireland.
I… read more

(Excellent )

26/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Fernando & Ester) for host

Incredible irish family in a beutiful place!!
This was my first workaway and I didn't speak English well, but Kevin and Angela treated me like family and they help me to improve my English.
The house is outside Kinnegad, but Kevin helped me to arrive there. The house is in a quiet and nice place and your bedroom will be very comfortable.
Kevin… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Francesc) for host

My stay in Kinnegad was a great experiencie I'll never forget. Kevin and Angela are kind and funny people. They gave me all the facilities to adapt myself quickly and the truth is that I really felt as I was in my home.
The house is just 20 minutes by walk from Kinnegad (10 if you go running or cycling as I did) and there is a bus which goes to… read more

(Excellent )

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