Welcoming Workawayers in our family-run pension in the Lake District town of Egirdir, Turkey

Turkey

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13/08/2022
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2022

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We have a family-run pension in the beautiful lakeside town of Egirdir. The pension has 19 rooms in three buildings, a lovely terrace to relax and meet other travellers and has it's own beach.

There are many things to do in the area including cycling, hiking in the nearby mountains, swimming in the lake or going on a boat trip.
Nearby attractions include: Candir Canyon, Kovada Lake National Park and the ruined city of Sagalassos.

We are looking for help with computer work and social media development and website upgrading . Also help around the Pension. We like to have helpers for at least one month at a time. We will have a week to get to know each other and see if we can work together and we are both happy with arrangement.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will live and work with the family and share our culture and enjoy the local town and area traditions. There is a lot of history to explore in our area. They can learn about our local food, cooking traditions and depending on the time of year join in with different harvests, Apples, Rose petals and lavender
Help
We are already fully staffed but we would like help when needed at the Pension.Someone to help with Social media ,to talk to guests and give them information about what activıties they can do in Egirdir.

We would like someone to help with our web site, social media and Information so if you are good with computers, photo shop, power point and design come and stay.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Turkish: Fluent
Accommodation
You will sleep in a dorm with a separate bathroom.
What else ...
For this work, we can offer you a bed in a dorm room, breakfast, dinner and the opportunity to join any of our day trips if there is space. We can help you with information about getting to us and will pick you up if you arrive late at night.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
8-11am and 7-9pm, 5 days a week,work approx hours.

Photos

Hire a bike and enjoy the lake and our beautiful countryside

Beautiful relaxing views day and night at Charlys terrace resterant -Egirdir Isparta Turkey

Swim just below our terrace two lovely beaches.- Egiridr Isparta Turkey

Sagalassos Roman city

Evening meal outer terrace Charlys Pension Egirdir Isparta Turkey

Dinner with family and friends Charlys Pension -Egirdir Turkey

Needle mountain over looking the lake and our Pension-Egirdir Turkey

Some of our staff-Egirdir Turkey

Feedback left by and about host (47)

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(4.4)

Cultural exchange:
(4.2)

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(4.2)

30/07/2022

Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host

Had an amazing two weeks and loved every minute of it. The room ( dorm) was phenomenal, overlooking the lake.
It was lovely to meet Carla and Ibraham and the gang.
If you love people and enjoy working in hospitality, this is a fantastic workaway for any ages. The thing you can do in your free time which is normally between 10.30am and 6pm, you… read more

(Excellent )

11/07/2022

Left by Workawayer (Hicham) for host

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(Negative )

04/07/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Hicham)

Untrust worthy and not reliable. I would not recommend him.

(Negative )

26/06/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Tito & Benedetta )

This couple said they were coming and as soon as they booked their flight they would let us know time of arrival. They did not come. They did not contact us. E were left with no help as we cancel others. This is not except able behaviour. A simple “I can not come” would do. 😥 consideration!!

(No show)

29/05/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (William Andres)

We would like to thank you William for joining in with our life in Egirdir.
Helping when needed and always being cheerful and positive.
We would be happy for you to return and hope you have other positive expiriance with workaway

(Excellent )

13/01/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Aleksandr)

Thank you very much for coming to help us and your willingness to join in.

(Very good )

11/01/2022

Left by Workawayer (Aleksandr) for host

Ibrahim, it was nice to meet you, easy-going and friendly person, excellent boss, with a very friendly and hospitable family, in a beautiful place, the terrace is simply magnificent, breakfast is belissimo, thanks to Melik and Karim! I wish you success and good profit! Hope to see you again!

(Excellent )

28/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Joel) for host

The WiFi was poor and I was expected to work as a social media developer (online.)

(Negative )

18/12/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Joel)

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(Negative )

20/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Marie-Carla) for host

I spent 1 month in Fulya Pension. I had a great experience surrounded by amazing people.
I felt immediately welcoming, everyone was very nice with me, the work was really easy and I liked to do it, we had a lot of free time to do what we wanted to do, the place is perfect if you like hiking or even just to chill with the lake, I have no words to… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2021

Left by Workawayer (Miriam) for host

I spent 4 weeks at the pension in Egirdir and really enjoyed my time there. First of all, the pension has probably the best breakfast with a breathtaking view in the whole of Turkey. The evening meal is also simply to die for. In addition, all the staff are super nice and you become immediately a part of the family. Since not all the staff speak… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam)

A delightful helpful young person. Willing to help and join in with everything - good language skills Spanish English and German.
Good computer skills
Helpful all round. Very happy for her to return. Thank you 😊

(Excellent )

24/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host

Egirdir is a beautiful & relaxing place. Ibrihim is a good boss, & I enjoyed the work which didn't feel like work at all. The hostels, guests, employees & other volunteers were all great. I hope to go back one day!

(Excellent )

11/06/2021

Left by Workawayer (NOELIA CAROLINA & DENCYL GHALIL) for host

Thank you for this time and share moments together and make us feel as a family. Work was made easy and fun with everyone and the family, especially Chery. Work hours and days off were always respected. We learned a bit of Turkish, culture and music. The city and the lake are amazing. It is a beautiful place to spend time and one that we would… read more

(Excellent )

15/05/2021

Left by Workawayer (Pamela & Oscar) for host

We stayed at Ibrahim's pension for a month, our experience was very good. Egirdir is a beautiful and very peaceful place, we enjoyed it very much. Ibrahim, his family and his workers were always very kind and friendly, we shared good times together. Due to the lockdown in Turkey the work was calm, we helped with social medias and sometimes we… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (julian)

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

(No show)

29/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Andrey)

I would like to thank you for you help with our computer work. You are very knowledgeable. Also you were good company and relaxed to be with , easy going. I wish you success with what you do in the future and you are always welcome to return to us. Many Thanks Andrey

(Excellent )

25/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Andrey) for host

Ibrahim is a great host and here is paradise for traveler. I can say many thing but post would be to long. Best reasons to come is a kind and friendly atmosphere, and they are helpful. The second reason location on beautiful lake Egirdir. You can swim, boat, fish, kite, kayak, windserf and simple relax on the beach. St.PAUL trail is right here,… read more

(Excellent )

29/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Robert) for host

I volunteered here over the summer. This was my first work away experience and it was something I will never forget. I was extremely nervous to come at first, but I am extremely glad I did. I felt welcomed from the minute I arrived to this beautiful area. Everyone is extremely friendly and generous and the area is beautiful. Ibrahim and the others… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra & Francisco)

We were very glad to meet you.
Thank you for all the tecnical help that you have given us. It will be of great help.
The only sad thing is our meeting was to short.
We look forward to seeing you if you come our way again.
Many thanks from all of us.

(Excellent )

06/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Francisco) for host

This place is magic and Ibrahim and his family are just lovely!! How they can be smiling and laughing all the single day? :)
We were doing the social media, updating facebook pages, rebuilding websites and creating new logos. It was such a pleasure to have made part of these family business. Pensions are beautiful and Egirdir is such an unique… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kirsty & Adam )

Hii
Thanks alot what you did for us, it as absulutly perfect.
Never forget you have a house always here.
Take care
Sincereley

(Excellent )

02/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kirsty & Adam ) for host

We spent just under 4 weeks volunteering with Ibrahim and his family at their pension. We can’t recommend this place enough. The pension is lovely and we loved the family vibe here.

The work was really enjoyable helping out with English speaking guests, packing away breakfast and serving food etc.

Most of all we loved being apart of the family… read more

(Excellent )

07/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Farzin) for host

This place was the best for us. A real family that doing every thing to make you feel like home.
Every person in this family helped us in the best way.
The owner mr Ibrahim help us in all the questions and in any situation.
Im sure every time that i can i will go there again and help.
We learned so many new things.
And the place is really… read more

(Excellent )

26/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)

Jessica was a pleasure to have and a huge help at our pension. Always ready to help out and lovely company. Thank you so much for all your help Jessica and please come back to visit us when you can!

(Excellent )

15/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host

This was really a great work away experience, Eğirdir is really a beautiful place with amazing landscapes and friendly people, and working at Charlie's really gives you a chance to feel a part of it all. The staff are all really kind, funny people and I will miss them! If I have the chance to go back I absolutely will, thanks for everything guys… read more

(Excellent )

27/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Amanda) for host

I apologize for waiting so long for my review. My workaway subscription had expired so my review is very late. I worked here the August of last year and it was a great experience. The work was not hard and everyone was so welcoming. It felt kind of like a family environment . At the time I was the only volunteer but there were plenty of great… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alice & Majd) for host

Our feedback is long overdue but here it comes! thanks Ibrahim for giving us the opportunity to come and work at your pension. We had a great time working with the staff Saher, Sherry, ans especially Shukr with whom Majd got on so well. We took the morning shift which started with breakfast preparation and then cleaning the rooms. We had our… read more

(Excellent )

26/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Shira & Aref)

Mo and Shira
Thank you for all your help. For your professional approtch to work. Your easy going attitude made life much easier for use at the Pension. We wish you success in any future workaway and can recommend you both. Come again you would be very welcome Ibrahim.

(Excellent )

28/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Shira & Aref) for host

Excellent workaway experience. Eğirdir has a mythic beauty. Ibrahim, Carla and all the crew are fun, easygoing and kind. The work is enjoyable - serving the breakast buffet and dinners, cleaning rooms and doing laundry. Great to be a part of such a professional, long-standing family business. Easy to comunicate with the hosts. Dinners with the… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Tatiana)

Thank you Tatiana for all your help
It was a pleasure to have you with us. So helpful and pleasing to be with. Good company.we all wish you good luck in everything you do.

(Very good )

02/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Tatiana) for host

There's so many good things to say about Eğirdir and specially Charly's pension, starting with the family, Ibrahim and his parents, Müslüm and mama Sherry, Carla and even Veritas which wasn't around that much, they all make sure you feel like home. This place is so calm and nice, plus it's so well located and whoever goes there will find a place… read more

(Excellent )

24/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (benjamin) for host

I couldnt of asked for a better place to work and visit. From the second i stepped in the door i was welcomed and felt like part of the pension, i wish i could stay longer and will definitely be back to visit my turkish family again. Her zaman iy!!!

(Excellent )

15/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (benjamin)

You are Perfect Benny. We have enjoyed having you here. Good luck with anything you do. Come again any time. We wait for your arrival Thank you for all you help. Gets on with the job (no worries ha ha !!!!! )

(Excellent )

27/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Vinicius)

Thank you for you help and your positive and helpful happy attitude. Come and see us again if you are passing .

(Excellent )

28/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Frances)

Thank you Fran for your help and designing skills. You are very good at what you do good luck to you and love to see you again

(Very good )

06/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (BRENDA) for host

Definitely was an EXCELLENT Experience, Charly's team are great people with a great heart, from the first day to the last I was treated like part of the family, they are always ready to help you in whatever you need, The food is extremely delicious. Always something new to do, you have a beautiful view, too much free time to do what you want . I… read more

(Excellent )

03/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (BRENDA)

Brent thank you so very much for everything you have done for use. Joining in with what ever was needed. Your posters, your happy positive personality. You are a joy to have around. Welcome any time. She is a Gem . Good luck with everything.

(Excellent )

05/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Juan Cruz & Maria Florencia)

Thank you for all your help. A very helpful young couple.

(Very good )

16/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Diego) for host

Hi folks how is going?
I'm in Home now you guys were my first workaway and I'm very happy for everything the whole time I spent there it was awesome I really felt like in home everybody were very friendly with me...
About the job is hard but just sometimes and is very enjoyable...
The place is very gorgeous, the people, the lake and mountains… read more

(Excellent )

22/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Diego)

Diego has been Great fun and a very good worker we would like to see him again well done and Many many thanks for your hard work
Ibrahim and Müslüm

(Excellent )

01/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (marat) for host

Staying at Egirdir was my first experience as a workawayer, and I'll describe it with just one word: it was great!
Ibrahim, Muslum, Duygu and especially Carla are amazing people, always very kind and polite; they made me feel at home.
I especially loved the opportunity they gave me, to improve not only my level of English, but also my level of… read more

(Excellent )

10/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (marat)

Marat has been very helpful and happy to do what ever is needed.
And joined in with everything.
Thank you and we are happy to see you again
.

(Excellent )

01/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)

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

(No show)

13/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host

The place is awsome. The views are amazing, especially from the terrace. Ibrahim is a good host, quite attentive and welcoming, when you meet Muslum it seems you've met a good friend, but meeting Carla is what really makes you feel at home.
The work is not very hard, though you decide for yourself, how much time you can spend on it. Anyway you… read more

(Excellent )

30/09/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Folgoso)

She said she was coming about 2 days before she should have arrived then nothing

(No show)

06/02/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Hideki)

Hideki was a great workawayer he did some translation for us and was very good company thank you for your help and company.

(Excellent )

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