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We are a family of 4 (Declan and Marion and our two children) living in a very secluded place in the hills of Donegal. It's an ideal place for walkers with streams, lakes, hills and forests to be explored. The area has a strong tradition of music, and we ourselves play different instruments. We have gardens and and some polytunnels were we grow our own veg and herbs for culinary uses and herbal teas. We always have some sort of projects going on like a music channel which we started after doing up a bow top gypsy wagon. - Well, if anyone out there can play the Clarinet and could share a few lessons while here, that would be great!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We love and are involved in Irish traditional music and take our volunteers along to any session we attend. This is an Irish speaking area and you have the chance to pick up some Irish from most members of the family. Some of our volunteers got their first fiddle lessons in our family! You can learn a lot from us about fermenting, home baking and foraging.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Here are some of our past projects: In recent years we completed to convert an old shed turning it into a wooden Lodge. Big thanks to all the volunteers who threw themselves into the project giving us a great hand and often advice! We also rent out the gypsy caravan. The project is also becoming a hit on YouTube and some of our volunteers and guests have taken part on this musical journey.
Other projects are happening in our garden. We have now 3 polytunnels with where we grow veg and herbs. These and our raised beds outside need constant looking after (we thought after all experimenting with mulching we wouldn't need weeding anymore, but the weeds just know better). So we welcome volunteers with some gardening knowledge (but you can learn a lot from us us well). We can show you the process of tea making: harvesting, drying, milling and mixing. Our kitchen is full of great aromas when we make the tea!
Our volunteers become part of our family and are helping out with daily tasks from cleaning, light house help to perhaps chopping wood, landscaping, looking after the animals and gardening. We always work hand in hand with everything. We are continually learning and increasing our knowledge about permaculture and perhaps, you our workawayer will have some more tips for us?
Ideally we are looking for volunteers age 25 and above.
- I know this is a long shot, but can anyone play the Clarinet? One of the family members would be grateful for a few lessons (YouTube is good, but real persons are better)!
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Irish: Fluent
Accommodation
We live in a very homely place and offer a private room within our house for our volunteers.
What else ...
We live in an area of natural beauty, and we are very secluded. (The next shops are miles off!) We live right beside a waymarked way called "the Gaeltacht/Sli na Finne way", so it's great for hiking. Volunteers can also use our bikes to explore the area. We live close to Fintown (10 min drive) and Glenties (20 min drive), a town renowned for fiddle music with famous fiddlers living nearby.
A bit more about ourselves: We have 2 children (now 11 and 18 years old) and 2 very friendly dogs and a couple of Indian Runner ducks. We are vegetarians and love fresh food and to experiment with new dishes and baking. Our volunteers are invited and welcomed to experiment with us in our kitchen, in fact all the volunteers are invited to cook for all of us from time to time so we can experience some new tastes! We are always on the lookout for new interesting and tasty recipes and in exchange can teach you many things like making your own sourdough bread and anything you need to know about fermentation. We look for volunteers who show an interest in what we are doing, bring in their own ideas, so the whole thing becomes a "giving and taking". Our workawayers are part of our family while on board with us. We play a lot of house music in the evening or board games, sometimes watch movies. It's a television free house!
We love traditional Irish music, and visit regularly Irish sessions where we join in playing music and concerts. You're always welcome to join us! Plenty of music festivals are happening in the area.
We also have plenty of books about anything and everything should you ever get bored!
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?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 784775371735
Feedback (28)
7 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mao)
We had Mao on board with us for about 2+ months during which we got to know each other quite well. Mao is a very kind person, easy to have around. I was amazed how quickly she learned. There were quite a few tasks from gardening to house work and we really got a lot of things done during her time with us. It was easy to work alongside her as I… read more
(Excellent
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3 Aug 2022
I spent a wonderful two and a half months here. Declan, Marion, Fiona, Fergus, Winnie, Pablo and the ducks, Thanks a million!! I wasn't fluent in English, but Marion was very polite in teaching me about the job. So I helped to gardening, cleaned lodge and jypsy wagon. Then, I love her scones and porridge! And Declan always made me a delicious… read more
31 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Traber)
It was so refreshing after the long lockdown period to have Katja on board with us, being part of our family and helping us out with our daily tasks. She is a truly wonderful person to be with and her help was most appreciated house and garden etc. She even made it into our wee movie we were filming at the time! Well, all we can say is thank you… read more
(Excellent
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18 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolin)
Caro stayed with us for a month last summer and she was a life safer! We were so grateful she could join us and she threw herself right into our projects. Caro is a real hands on person, never needed an explanation twice and spotted things which needed to be done. We enjoyed her great humor and guitar playing. Fitted right into our family and we… read more
(Excellent
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7 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mao)
We had Mao on board with us for about 2+ months during which we got to know each other quite well. Mao is a very kind person, easy to have around. I was amazed how quickly she learned. There were quite a few tasks from gardening to house work and we really got a lot of things done during her time with us. It was easy to work alongside her as I… read more
(Excellent
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3 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mao) for host
I spent a wonderful two and a half months here. Declan, Marion, Fiona, Fergus, Winnie, Pablo and the ducks, Thanks a million!! I wasn't fluent in English, but Marion was very polite in teaching me about the job. So I helped to gardening, cleaned lodge and jypsy wagon. Then, I love her scones and porridge! And Declan always made me a delicious… read more
31 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Traber)
It was so refreshing after the long lockdown period to have Katja on board with us, being part of our family and helping us out with our daily tasks. She is a truly wonderful person to be with and her help was most appreciated house and garden etc. She even made it into our wee movie we were filming at the time! Well, all we can say is thank you… read more
(Excellent
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18 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolin)
Caro stayed with us for a month last summer and she was a life safer! We were so grateful she could join us and she threw herself right into our projects. Caro is a real hands on person, never needed an explanation twice and spotted things which needed to be done. We enjoyed her great humor and guitar playing. Fitted right into our family and we… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Annika)
Now, finally I'm writing this long overdue feedback ... Thinking back of our time with Anni brings back many smiles. The moment she arrived she fitted in straight away and was like a big sister to Fiona and Fergus. Anni is so full of positive energy and hands on with everything. From helping around in the house to work in the garden, all the… read more
(Excellent
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27 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Annika) for host
I stayed a few magical weeks with this family in summer this year. It took me long enough to leave a feedback but I can tell you I have never known a day during my journey when I was not thinking about this incredible place.
I arrived at their home with nothing but the hope of a good first workaway experience and I left with so much more that I… read more
I arrived at their home with nothing but the hope of a good first workaway experience and I left with so much more that I… read more
4 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Maya)
Maya filled in with us last minute and it was great she came! Maya is just a great person to be with and to work with, so easy to get along. She gave us a great help in the garden and also replanting the trees with her was so much fun (as we came home muddy and wet). Maya would get along with any job and she has a great way with children, well… read more
(Excellent
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30 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Maya) for host
I stayed with Marion, Declan, Fiona, and Fergus (the dogs and duck too!) for a couple of weeks earlier this October. The family is very kind and welcoming, and treated me as part of the family from the day I arrived. They live in a beautiful part of the country and brought me along for their hikes, music sessions, as well as other outings. I… read more
7 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Thibault)
Thibault was a great workawayer! We loved having him around and he became part of the family very quickly. He gave us good hands with different projects, for example cutting woods and helping in the garden and also household work. Everything was done to a high standard, so thank you for that, Thibault! Thibault is a great outdoors guy and very… read more
(Excellent
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5 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Thibault) for host
I had two very good weeks with all the family . I have the chance to meet their nice friends. And each met with the guests were interesting. I quickly felt comfortable and from the first days I was able to enjoy a superb local festival of Irish music. It's a musicians family and I enjoyed my first fiddle lesson! The work was nice and not too hard… read more
16 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
It was an absolute pleasure to have Jessica with us! From the minute she came she fitted right in with us. She was not just great fun to be with but also a fantastic help with all pour different task and she showed great interest in everything from the tea making and gardening and meeting and preparing for our guests. Thank you so much for all… read more
(Excellent
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27 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Stacey)
We had a perfect start into the new "Workaway year" with Stacey. She's an easy person to be with, upbeat and down to earth. We just loved her personality! She's great with kids and with guests alike and all the jobs were done quickly and finished to a high standard. She lend a great hand in the garden, where weed waited to be rooted out and in the… read more
(Excellent
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10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Stacey) for host
I had a wonderful three weeks at this workaway!
Marion, Declan, and their kids, Fiona and Fergus, made me feel welcome and included from the first night in their home.
The put me up in a comfortable room, and I was made a part of their everyday lives. The area they live in is beautiful, and while the weather didn’t cooperate for too much… read more
Marion, Declan, and their kids, Fiona and Fergus, made me feel welcome and included from the first night in their home.
The put me up in a comfortable room, and I was made a part of their everyday lives. The area they live in is beautiful, and while the weather didn’t cooperate for too much… read more
28 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gaia)
We had Gaia staying with us for a month in August and we loved having her. This summer month is our busiest in the year and it's good to have a volunteer who is practical, hands on and just good to work and to be with like Gaia. Gaia was very precise in her work and never left a job unfinished. She helped us in the garden with harvesting and… read more
(Excellent
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28 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
We had Jack staying with us for a short while in September and it was fantastic to have him on board with us. He settled right in with us and was a good help with whatever was needed like collecting wood in the rain and chopping and weeding. Can't recommend him highly enough. Also he is very knowledgeable about music playing instruments himself… read more
(Excellent
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14 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
This workaway was brilliant. The work was very light. Such a relaxed family to be around. It's great to see how they live. Having time to have a chat, listen and play music,, read, cook and produce their own food/ drink. Thanks for making me feel at home. I never felt pushed or rushed or any pressure there whatsoever. I would love to live… read more
28 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Milly)
Milly stayed with us for about a month and we were glad she came. She fitted in straight away with us and was hands on no matter what. Always having solutions and being positive on everything. She's very mature for her age and just easy to get on with and the children got a great buzz out of her. She even fixed my camera, I'm still very grateful… read more
(Excellent
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10 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anna-Marie) for host
I spent a wonderful two months with Marion, Declan, Fiona, Fergus, and assorted animals. The work (helping with tea, gardening, painting, and cleaning) was very reasonable and it was always clear what I needed to do. In the evenings, there would often be music, especially fiddling (thank you Fiona and Marion for teaching me so many tunes!), at… read more
17 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna-Marie)
Anna-Marie stayed with us for 2 month and the time was just flying (which is always a good sign!) It was great working with her and we got a lot done in the garden and making tea. All the task were done perfectly and quickly and I could leave here with the tasks when I had to go somewhere knowing all was in good hands. She was just a great company… read more
(Excellent
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1 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Noemi)
Noemi was on board with us for two weeks and as soon as she arrived she felt like one of our own. Great help in the house and with the kids while Declan was away on a trip as well as adding her brilliant personality which is so upbeat and positive. You're greatly missed, Noemi. Could have kept you forever! And the Italian pasta will be forever… read more
(Excellent
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11 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
I had a really good time at this lovely family. You will feel like home from the first moment. Their huge garden is amazing in a very calm surrounding, but still it never gets boring with Fiona, Fergus, Rosie, Winnie and now Pablo. Unfortunately I could meet Declan for only five minutes (I have to come back to learn about fermenting!), but there… read more
8 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jasmine)
It was a wonderful way to end our Workawayer year 2017 having Jasmine on board with us. She brought with her a lot of positiveness, smiles, talent and curiosity and enriched with all of that our family life. Just enjoyed working alongside her and all the tasks Jasmine did from garden work to looking after the guesthouse were done in great spirit.… read more
(Excellent
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25 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jasmine) for host
Really enjoyed my time with this family, it felt like a dream filled with so much beauty. The constant irish music, the hilarious jokes and songs of Fergus and Declan, alone as well as together. The ingenious and magic of Fiona's artful creations, and the caring and kindness of Marion. The area is enchanting and filled with many secret places in… read more
12 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (THOMAS & Sol)
We had a great time with Tom and Sol working together, playing music together and getting to know each other. Sol did the most astonishing, wonderful Mural in our guesthouse. So artistic! We ask her to do a Red Deer standing at lake with some hills behind and she took off from there creating a beautiful image which everybody now stops to look and… read more
(Excellent
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2 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (THOMAS & Sol) for host
We had a great time with these guys. The family is very fun and unique. Declan and Marion are interesting, cheerful, open-minded people, and their kids Fiona and Fergus are very sweet and intelligent, spending their time playing outdoors and reading instead of just staring at screens like most kids these days! Work was fair and not difficult. Sol… read more
20 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Pascale )
Ah, what can we say? We miss you, Pascale! Pascale arrived with us and was immediately part of our "clan". It never felt like hosting a stranger with her, the children loved her instantly and they still tell me that Pascale is not a difficult name (sorry, I still get your name mixed up sometimes, but it shows we're still talking about you and all… read more
(Excellent
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26 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Pascale ) for host
The thing is!!!!!! ...... Lovely and beatiful family, I will miss you!!! Declan, Marion, Fergus, Fiona, Molly, Rossie, Winnie, ducks, ducklins and my tiny roomate as well :) hahahaha.
I really enjoy my time in this place...I felt like with my own family, they are very warm and homy... i never got bored, always playing games, eating, working,… read more
I really enjoy my time in this place...I felt like with my own family, they are very warm and homy... i never got bored, always playing games, eating, working,… read more
20 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliette)
There are not enough stars for you, Juliette! We as a family had the pleasure to work with Juliette, having her on board with us, having fun together, learn from each other. She fitted right in with us from the minute she arrived (-:
So this is to say thank you, Juliette, for your good company and helping out on all corners. The garden looked… read more
So this is to say thank you, Juliette, for your good company and helping out on all corners. The garden looked… read more
(Excellent
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14 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Juliette) for host
Dear Marion, Declan, Fiona, Fergus, Winnie, Rosie, Molly, ducklings (& even the hard-to-open door): thanks again for everything!!
I spent two weeks with the family and I feel it was too short! If you are looking for an animated city and disco nightlife, this is not the place. But it you want some nature, nice walks with lovely dogs in amazing… read more
I spent two weeks with the family and I feel it was too short! If you are looking for an animated city and disco nightlife, this is not the place. But it you want some nature, nice walks with lovely dogs in amazing… read more
19 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Estefania)
Estefania and Miguel are fantastic Workawayers! We just loved having them around, getting to know each other, learning from each other. And we learned so much about Argentina, thank you! Estefania and Miguel were a really great help with the guest house and in the garden and their helping hand made all the difference to us! They also helped me… read more
(Excellent
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19 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Esther)
We had Esther coming to us "last minute" and we are so glad she did! She blended right in with all of us and yes, we had so much fun! Along with Esther comes a great personality and a great laugh! Ah, it was good to have you! And while she helped us with weeding the garden, harvesting the tea plants or just giving us a hand with ever work needed,… read more
(Excellent
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7 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nora )
With Nora in our midst we enjoyed a great and fantastic workawayer! A huge and tremendous thanks to all the help and cheer you brought along, Nora! Weeding with your songs felt so much easier and the tea you produced will be enjoyed very soon by many! All the best on all your future journeys! Hope to see you again (-:
To all future hosts: You'll… read more
To all future hosts: You'll… read more
(Excellent
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28 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nora ) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Marion, Declan, Fiona and Fergus and it was amazing (Huge, tremendous!!!) !
The work was really nice and easy. I really felt like a member of the family.
Great host !
Totally recommended !
Thank you so much !
Nora
The work was really nice and easy. I really felt like a member of the family.
Great host !
Totally recommended !
Thank you so much !
Nora
27 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Montserrat)
Mon was just what we needed when she came! Cheerful and happy, always hands on and ready to spot any job she was also very practical and had good advice when needed. And yes, with Mon we made it to our opening party of the hostel, ye-hey! All floors and beds varnished and walls painted, some of the tunnel weeded, all happy here! And Mon, those… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Montserrat) for host
Oh my! If you are looking for an artistic, inspiring, fun and beautiful experience full of good vibes and love: this is your place. This was my first workaway experience and it was FANTASTIC. I stayed for three weeks.
Marion, Declan, Fiona, Fergus, Rosie, Winnie and Molly are going to make you feel like at home. They are super friendly and… read more
Marion, Declan, Fiona, Fergus, Rosie, Winnie and Molly are going to make you feel like at home. They are super friendly and… read more
26 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Gwen) for host
Thanks Marion & Declan for this wonderful month ! I can't wait to come back to see you again...
Marion is doing an amazing porridge in the morning and Declan is such a good cooker for dinner ! I enjoyed hearing Marion & Fiona playing fiddle and going to the session music in the bars in the week-end, talking about anything with Declan and enjoying… read more
Marion is doing an amazing porridge in the morning and Declan is such a good cooker for dinner ! I enjoyed hearing Marion & Fiona playing fiddle and going to the session music in the bars in the week-end, talking about anything with Declan and enjoying… read more
25 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Gwen)
All thumbs up for Gwen! What a great start in the new "Workaway" -year! We loved Gwens good companionship, her good nature and she really made a big difference during her short stay! She was hard working and reliable and fitted right in with us! There was no job too big or small and thanks to Gwen the hostel is nicely decorated and nearly ready to… read more
(Excellent
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8 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Camila)
It was fantastic having Cami staying with us for two weeks. She was always positive, brought many smiles on our faces and shared the work with great enthusiasm.
Cami, it was just great having you, sharing with you, getting to know you! Keep it lit!
And do come back!
Recommend Cami full heartily to Workaway host!!!
Cami, it was just great having you, sharing with you, getting to know you! Keep it lit!
And do come back!
Recommend Cami full heartily to Workaway host!!!
(Excellent
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30 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Camila) for host
Dear Marion, Declan, Fiona, Fergus, Roux, Rosie, Winnie, Molly (yep, even Molly hahaha), ducks, ducklings and midges...
Thank you for everything guys! I really enjoyed my stay at your place, you guys made me feel really at home.
Marion, working with you was great! I'll always cherish the memories of harvesting with you, Fergus and Fiona, and… read more
Thank you for everything guys! I really enjoyed my stay at your place, you guys made me feel really at home.
Marion, working with you was great! I'll always cherish the memories of harvesting with you, Fergus and Fiona, and… read more
8 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah, thank you for coming out to us into the wilds of Donegal! Fantastic having you. You really made a difference and you were always hands on helping with whatever needed to be done!
hope to see you again!!!!
Sarah is fantastic to have around and full of practical solutions! Great Workawayer!!!!
hope to see you again!!!!
Sarah is fantastic to have around and full of practical solutions! Great Workawayer!!!!
(Excellent
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25 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
Marion, Declan, Fiona, Fergus, Winnie, Rosie, Molly and all the ducks and ducklings - thank you for making the time I spent at Meadowsweet so great! It really felt like I was part of the family. The work was enjoyable, the food was delicious and I listened to more Bob Dylan than a person probably should (and loved it!). I hope I get visit… read more
17 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Kevin)
It's our first review for the year 2016, and it's a very happy one! Kevin stayed with us for a month and really mad a difference. His professional advice and skills at the building site was exactly what we needed and appreciated. Thank you so much, Kevin, now we have hope again to get this job finished! All the best to you, and yes, come by any… read more
(Excellent
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2 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Kevin) for host
If I could give a 5 happy face review I would. To Declan, Marion, Fiona, Fergus, Winnie, Rosie, Charlie, and Maggie thank you for such a great stay and allowing me to be a part of your family. It is amazing how fast a month went by and I wish we could have gotten more work done but I am sure that with future help you will achieve your goals. I… read more
20 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Juan Carlos & Eva)
Ah, when we think back of the time we had Juan Carlos and Eva with us we get a big smile on our faces. § months is a long time to spend with anybody, but it felt at the end like 3 weeks....Everybody misses you!
Juan Carlos was big help at the building site where we are converting an outhouse into a hostel. He should tremendous skill working with… read more
Juan Carlos was big help at the building site where we are converting an outhouse into a hostel. He should tremendous skill working with… read more
(Excellent
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29 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Juan Carlos & Eva) for host
It’s difficult to find a place so isolated but lively at the same time than this. How many things did we learn? How many interesting people did we meet? How many games did we play? How many tunes did we enjoy? Difficult to answer. Marion, Declan, Fiona and Fergus had built a little amazing world in the middle of the hilly Donegal and they shared… read more
17 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Roux)
Roux joined us with our projects just at the right time with the most perfect skills. He helped us greatly at the building site and his skills were very appreciated. He was just great to have around and felt like member of the family after a short while. He was great with the kids and with our guests and whenever we ask him he always lend us a… read more
(Excellent
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15 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Ria & Merlin) for host
This was a great introduction to the Workaway community. The family welcomed us into their home and made us feel very comfortable for our stay.
Most of our time was spent refurbishing their gypsy caravan, which was really fun and a great project. It was a joy to spend time as a part of their family, and they were made us feel very appreciated for… read more
Most of our time was spent refurbishing their gypsy caravan, which was really fun and a great project. It was a joy to spend time as a part of their family, and they were made us feel very appreciated for… read more
19 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ria & Merlin)
Ria and Merlin, you where such a fresh wind in our midst and we would have wished to have this breeze a little bit longer. You are a very enthusiastic couple and we appreciate that you brought in your own ideas and suggestions when you delved into the work on our gypsy caravan. Fiona enjoyed the juggling lesson and is still practicing away!
We… read more
We… read more
(Excellent
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11 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Marlen & Robert)
It was a nice way to finish up our "workawayer year" with Marlen and Robert, and what a big progress we made in the 6 weeks they stayed with us! Marlen and Robert are both very friendly and most pleasant, and you like to have them about. They are open to learn new things, willing to work hard (and they did digging drains, making paths, also… read more
(Excellent
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3 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Marlen & Robert) for host
What a wonderful first workaway experience. Especially as we gained so many amazing experiences and learned so much at your nice house and in your family. We felt very welcome and enjoyed all the work around your house. The last seven weeks went very quickly. Looking back we just realize how much we enjoyed our work in the garden and around the… read more
16 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Idurre) for host
I spent a really nice time with this family and I could fell as another member of them. From the first moment, they tried to make me fell like at home (Basque music and literature in Donegal, incredible!!), and they got it!!! I could laught a lot, had a great fun with them and talk about many things. They are very smiling and they have a very… read more
11 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Idurre)
We really enjoyed Idurres company! She is a fantastic person to have around, full of joy, a very positive person, open minded , easy going and she went along with anything we had to offer, especially being the first person to stay in the gypsy wagon (-: ... We had many laughs and good conversations together. She also had a good hand with our… read more
(Excellent
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14 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Ramon David & Judilam) for host
We learnt some interesting things with this family. The landscape around their place is amazing (don't miss the chance to climb the Aghla), although the weather and midges are really bad.
Fiona was a wonderful teacher in spite of being only 10 years old. She is by far the best girl we ever met (we would love to be as her when we grow up… read more
Fiona was a wonderful teacher in spite of being only 10 years old. She is by far the best girl we ever met (we would love to be as her when we grow up… read more
11 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ramon David & Judilam)
David and Judi were fantastic guests and volunteers. We liked them from the first minute they stepped into our house, and it became very natural to share our space with them (-:
They lend us a hand with many projects from work on the gypsy caravan to all aspects of gardening. They're great with children, great cooks, and what else? - We simply… read more
They lend us a hand with many projects from work on the gypsy caravan to all aspects of gardening. They're great with children, great cooks, and what else? - We simply… read more
(Excellent
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8 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Erin & Jordan)
As we were looking for some "last minute workawayers" we came across Erin and Jordan, and how good it was we found them!!!
They are the most pleasant couple to have about, fun and open-minded, caring and helpful in any way.
Erin showed her amazing skills when she put her creative ideas and energy into making all sorts of soft furnishing for… read more
They are the most pleasant couple to have about, fun and open-minded, caring and helpful in any way.
Erin showed her amazing skills when she put her creative ideas and energy into making all sorts of soft furnishing for… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Erin & Jordan) for host
Marion and Declan were great hosts and warmly welcomed us into their home as soon as we entered. We helped with the gypsy wagon and in the garden. If you enjoy nature and being out in the country, then this is the perfect place for your next Workaway experience. Declan made homemade sourdough bread almost daily and Marion treated us to her herbal… read more
10 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Molly)
It was great having Molly staying with us, we all had a wonderful time together! Molly is a very cheery person, and she helped us out with many tasks from painting to weeding to potting herbs and collecting nettles. Molly is very natural with children, and Fiona enjoyed the exploring adventures with her while Fergus enjoyed all the fun.
Molly, we… read more
Molly, we… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Leon)
Leon and Matthias are 2 nice lads, quiet and very friendly. They are very pleasant people to have around. They did some tough work for us, never even once complained (-: like digging foundations and shifting top soil...
We will surely recommend Leon and Matthias to anybody especially if you're looking for somebody with good work ethics, loving… read more
We will surely recommend Leon and Matthias to anybody especially if you're looking for somebody with good work ethics, loving… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Leon) for host
This family was really welcoming and friendly and we immediately felt as a part of their home. The work outside was fun and definitely not too hard (although we moved loads of soil ;)). The surroundings are very beautiful and offer great hiking opportunities although the weather can be quite rough (but that's just typical for Donegal). It was a… read more
6 Mar 2014
Left by Workawayer (Serena) for host
Dear Declan and Marion,
it was a pleasure to stay with you for a month and I thank you for all.
You are really pleasant people and I enjoyed a lot the time that I spent with you and your chidren: Fiona, the most beautiful and clever girl of Ireland, and Fergus, the best tractor driver I never knew! ;)
I learned a lot about gardening and I… read more
it was a pleasure to stay with you for a month and I thank you for all.
You are really pleasant people and I enjoyed a lot the time that I spent with you and your chidren: Fiona, the most beautiful and clever girl of Ireland, and Fergus, the best tractor driver I never knew! ;)
I learned a lot about gardening and I… read more
2 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Serena)
Serena is a very gentle person and a joy to have around. She had different tasks while staying with us from work in the house to garden work. Although the outside work was not always easy as our Irish February weather played many tricks on us, Serena never complained and aimed to finish everything she started. All was done very thoroughly. She… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Giovanni)
Giovanni is a very uplifting and positive person, and we really enjoyed having him staying with us. He did some hard work in our garden and endured some hardship because of our "beautiful" Irish weather (you will miss the rain and all the rest!!!) but he endured! Also he created me a beautiful logo and helped with the internet which is very much… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
The family was very friendly and welcomed us!
We spend good time with them in a wonderfull location and they teach us a lots about gardening. Unfortunately we didn't spend as much time as we thought with them, but the time we did spend with them was lovely! They have two wonderful children, very quiet and so cute!
Thank you so much for… read more
We spend good time with them in a wonderfull location and they teach us a lots about gardening. Unfortunately we didn't spend as much time as we thought with them, but the time we did spend with them was lovely! They have two wonderful children, very quiet and so cute!
Thank you so much for… read more
10 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde)
We found Anna and Mathilde to be very friendly, open minded girls and they were very good with our children.
For the little time you spent with us we can only give you a good rating, because you weren't really committed to us, which is what we would expect from volunteers who commit to volunteer for a longer period of time. We wish you all the… read more
For the little time you spent with us we can only give you a good rating, because you weren't really committed to us, which is what we would expect from volunteers who commit to volunteer for a longer period of time. We wish you all the… read more
(Good
)
18 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Rosana & Jose Ramon) for host
Declan, Marion, Fiona and Fergus are a incredible host family, always with a smile and attentive with us!!They live near Lough Finn and Aghla Mountain in the wonderful area of Donegal!We have done a beautiful garden that will have plenty of herbs soon. With this family you will have the opportunity of learn about gardening, visit the great area… read more
15 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosana & Jose Ramon)
Rosana and Joserra are perfect guests, quick learners, adaptable, great with children....! We can only recommend you and wish you all the best for your future. Also you are greatly missed not just by us but also by our children!
(Excellent
)
