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We are finishing our building of a rammed earth house using natural building techniques and developing our permaculture garden. The house is off grid in beautiful bushland and our electricity is produced from our solar panels. Our filtered drinking water is collected off the roof and other water is pumped from the river.
Stuart, from Zimbabwe, works in irrigation and Miranda, from England, is a teacher. We have been in Australia for 18 years. Our 2 daughters live in Brisbane. We have a dog and a cat and chickens.
We have traveled around Africa, Europe and hitch-hiked around South and Central America.
We have made great progress with the help of our volunteers and are nearly finished our first of two houses. We like to have volunteers to discuss and share ideas, swap stories, and to join us on our journey.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We will work alongside you and teach you about the building process as we go. We can teach you about permaculture principles and about organic gardening. The camping set up makes for great opportunities for discussions around the camp fire. As a teacher I am happy to help with language for those who are learning English.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
The building currently involves carpentry, finishing the doors and windows.Stuart will work alongside you at all times and Miranda will join in after school, on the weekends and holidays. The gardening involves establishing a food forest, weeding, planting and picking vegetables. Anyone who enjoys cooking is also welcome! We have just got new bees and are getting honey too.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We can offer camping in a bush camp with electricity, open air shower (with a great view) and toilet at our house building site. You can use our tents and sleeping bags if you have none. We encourage everyone to get involved with preparing meals. We are very nearly self sufficient in food and use our own organic vegetables. We welcome vegetarians.
What else ...
There is a large river on the property which is great for swimming and kayaking. We have 2 kayaks. There is a new bitumen cycle track at the bottom of the drive which connects us to the region (Brisbane Valley Rail Trail). We also have some bikes. We are 6 km from Wondai, the nearest town, on a dirt road, in the heart of the South Burnett region of Queensland. Here there is an art gallery and 2 museums. There is a free community event called Park Run every Saturday which is a timed 5 km run along the cycle track from Wondai. Sometimes in the evenings we watch projected movies on a big screen. There is phone coverage for Telstra and Optus.
Previous volunteers have spent days off relaxing, swimming, kayaking or have come to Kingaroy for the day. We have organised trips to our local dams and taken our volunteers to community and family events.
We are at the north of the Sunshine Coast, just one hour from Gympie by car and an easy bus ride from Caboolture (near Brisbane, available Mon-Fri only). The bus costs $53 one way, here is the timetable.
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 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 811617993881
Feedback (27)
19 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christian & Lea)
Christian and Lea and their family were wonderful to host. They have a great knowledge and enthusiasm of permaculture. They were super easy going and their children were keen to learn and experience all they could. They enjoyed working independently and were efficient in their work. We wish them all the best on their future travels and would… read more
(Very good
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25 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Quentin) for host
Amazing week in company of Stuart and Miranda.
I came with my cousin and we have been warmly welcome and invited to enjoy their family gathering.
Kayaking, hiking, exploring the bush, cooking, cleaning and strolling in the veggie garden were such nice activities!
The place is truely beautiful and the food was always sufficient, healthy and… read more
I came with my cousin and we have been warmly welcome and invited to enjoy their family gathering.
Kayaking, hiking, exploring the bush, cooking, cleaning and strolling in the veggie garden were such nice activities!
The place is truely beautiful and the food was always sufficient, healthy and… read more
11 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Quentin)
Quentin is very thoughtful and honest. He takes initiative at all times and was very capable while working independently. He is very efficient in his work. Whilst staying with us he did garden maintenance, assisted my husband with his irrigation work and prepared meals. He is very trustworthy and we left him to look after our farm and house for a… read more
(Excellent
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3 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lexie & Jed) for host
Stuart and Miranda couldn’t have been better hosts for our first Workaway experience. They are warm, welcoming, open minded and so easy to spend time with. We felt at home as soon as we arrived on their lovely property. We learnt so much from our time - trying out power tools for woodwork projects in Stu’s workshop, helping with a honey harvest… read more
20 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lexie & Jed)
Lexi and Jed are incredibly enthusiastic helpers who were very keen and capable with all our projects. They are very easy going and shared wonderful stories of all their travels. They were quick and proficient with all new skills and used a range of power tools to help make new kitchen lights and finish the kitchen cupboard doors. We also cleared… read more
(Excellent
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19 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christian & Lea)
Christian and Lea and their family were wonderful to host. They have a great knowledge and enthusiasm of permaculture. They were super easy going and their children were keen to learn and experience all they could. They enjoyed working independently and were efficient in their work. We wish them all the best on their future travels and would… read more
(Very good)
25 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Quentin) for host
Amazing week in company of Stuart and Miranda.
I came with my cousin and we have been warmly welcome and invited to enjoy their family gathering.
Kayaking, hiking, exploring the bush, cooking, cleaning and strolling in the veggie garden were such nice activities!
The place is truely beautiful and the food was always sufficient, healthy and… read more
I came with my cousin and we have been warmly welcome and invited to enjoy their family gathering.
Kayaking, hiking, exploring the bush, cooking, cleaning and strolling in the veggie garden were such nice activities!
The place is truely beautiful and the food was always sufficient, healthy and… read more
11 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Quentin)
Quentin is very thoughtful and honest. He takes initiative at all times and was very capable while working independently. He is very efficient in his work. Whilst staying with us he did garden maintenance, assisted my husband with his irrigation work and prepared meals. He is very trustworthy and we left him to look after our farm and house for a… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lexie & Jed) for host
Stuart and Miranda couldn’t have been better hosts for our first Workaway experience. They are warm, welcoming, open minded and so easy to spend time with. We felt at home as soon as we arrived on their lovely property. We learnt so much from our time - trying out power tools for woodwork projects in Stu’s workshop, helping with a honey harvest… read more
20 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lexie & Jed)
Lexi and Jed are incredibly enthusiastic helpers who were very keen and capable with all our projects. They are very easy going and shared wonderful stories of all their travels. They were quick and proficient with all new skills and used a range of power tools to help make new kitchen lights and finish the kitchen cupboard doors. We also cleared… read more
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabi & Thomas)
Tom and Gabi were with us for 2 weeks. They are very easy going and capable. They were great at taking initiative in all our projects. They were quick to pick up new skills and used a range of wood working power tools to help finish the window frames and the arc welder to help make a pump stand. Tom also drove the skid steer to collect clay for… read more
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Eleonora & Brian)
Brian and Eleonora are a very hard working, capable and enthusiastic couple. They helped make and plant several garden beds, they worked independently to finish some complex panelling above the doors and bathroom using all the wood working tools and helped preserve lots of produce with some great recipes.
They are very interesting and have a… read more
They are very interesting and have a… read more
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Eleonora & Brian) for host
We really enjoyed our time with Stuart and Miranda. They have so much knowledge about permaculture amd sustainable lifestyle!
We learned a lot how to work with wood and new tools!
We really recommend them for the positive vibes and the lovely chats we had together!!!
We learned a lot how to work with wood and new tools!
We really recommend them for the positive vibes and the lovely chats we had together!!!
29 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Fiona) for host
Stuart and Miranda are very friendly and welcomed me into their home like I was family. Stuart introduced me to woodworking and electrical work. He also gave me the opportunity to leave my mark by painting the side of the chicken house when he found out that I liked painting. Miranda gave me a crash course on permaculture and encouraged me to… read more
26 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Fiona)
Fiona was with us for 2 weeks. She was great to have around and worked beyond what was asked. She was very willing to learn new skills and help at all times in the house, garden and workshop. She designed and painted a mural on the chicken house and helped with cutting, sanding and varnishing plywood ceiling boards, using the drop-saw. She also… read more
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kea & Alberto)
Kea and Alberto were with us for 3 weeks. They are very passionate about permaculture. They have a good knowledge base and range of gardening skills which they put to good use in designing and planting a new garden with us. They made hot compost, a banana circle and maintained the gardens whilst here. They also meticulously sanded and varnished… read more
(Excellent)
28 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kea & Alberto) for host
Miranda and Stuart are lovely and kind people. They always want you to learn and try new work experiences, indeed the jobs are very various. With them we felt as a part of the family, we had a great and tranquil stay. Furthermore Miranda love cooking and she always want to try new good recipes! The property is amaizing, every day we walked around… read more
19 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Chin-Cheng) for host
It is my blessing to have Stuart and Miranda as my first Workaway host! During the three unforgettable weeks in their place, they were so nice to me, trying to tell me all the things about Australia and everything they know. I never feel like a worker or a volunteer, but a part of the family instead.
Stuart and Miranda are good mentors! They were… read more
Stuart and Miranda are good mentors! They were… read more
16 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Chin-Cheng)
Chin-Cheng (Abraham) was with us for 3 weeks. He was very keen to use all the machinery and power tools and he helped finish the new garage by concreting posts and putting on the roof. He was very willing to help at all times in the house, garden and workshop. He moved earth with the bobcat to landscape a new garden. He sanded and varnished our… read more
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nathanaël & Alexandra) for host
Stuart & Miranda are really nice people, honest, open minded, generous, they like to share them life experience.
I was volunteer for them during 3 months, I learned a lot about building, gardening, irrigation system, and I increased my English level a lot. They help me to do a lot a papers, to find a car etc...
The place is wonderful if you like… read more
I was volunteer for them during 3 months, I learned a lot about building, gardening, irrigation system, and I increased my English level a lot. They help me to do a lot a papers, to find a car etc...
The place is wonderful if you like… read more
2 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Camille & Emilie)
Camille and Emilie were with us for 2 weeks. They were very flexible and enthusiatic with everything they did.They helped to put the colourbond roof and new wall on the garage. They used electric sanders to prepare windows for varnishing. They weeded and planted new garden beds. They designed and drew new architectural plans for our next building… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Svenja)
Svenja stayed with us twice over a month. She is very capable and enthusiastic in her work. She tackled every task with dedication and great effort. She helped prepare the garden beds and to plant new vegetables in the food forest. She helped around the camp with all tasks. Thank you Svenja, you have been a pleasure to host. Please keep us up to… read more
(Excellent)
10 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Arielle)
Arielle was with us for 4 weeks. She is very capable and thorough in her work. She tackled every task with dedication and enthusiasm. She completed our long term project of filling the gaps above the walls and used all our woodworking tools with ease. She gave valuable input into discussions about the bathroom and kitchen design. She helped to… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Gaelle & Romain) for host
After two and half weeks at their place we unfortunately had to go (plane to catch). We loved staying with Stuart and Miranda. They do everything in order for you to be happy. They share their knowledge with a lot of enthusiasm and it's was really a fantastic experience.
It is also plenty of interesting discussion around the fire place or during… read more
It is also plenty of interesting discussion around the fire place or during… read more
16 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gaelle & Romain)
Romain and Gaelle were with us for 3 weeks. They are a very enthusiastic couple with many skills and great initiative. They used all power tools to work tirelessly and accurately on filling the gap between the roof and walls. Romain was quick to learn to weld with the arc welder and fabricated a large arch to support climbing plants in the food… read more
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew & Cara)
Mat and Cara were with us for 2 weeks. They are a dynamic couple who are full of enthusiasm. They work well together with good initiative and a strong drive to see tasks to completion. They helped with various projects such as harness work on the roof, preparing and fitting tongue and groove for the tops of the walls and making hanging light… read more
(Excellent)
14 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Matthew & Cara) for host
Stuart and Miranda were dream hosts. Stu is very intelligent—his knowledge encompasses not just irrigation and house building, but also the local wildlife, astronomy and world politics to name a few topics. He is on his phone reading quite often, but don’t hold it against him as he is quick to share any and all of his knowledge to anyone who takes… read more
12 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alessandro) for host
This experience has been a GREAT experience! Stuart and Miranda have helped me with my English, I had the possibility to know all their family as their daughters elly and Olivia,and they have been really kind e friendly with me and the others volunteers, it was like be at home. In my month of volunteering there I have learnt a lots of things about… read more
11 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alessandro)
Alex was with us for nearly a month. He is a very easy going, friendly and positive person. Whilst with us he helped with many of our projects, such as preparing timbers for the roof, filling the gap between walls and roof, digging holes for large fence posts, fencing, welding gates, roofing, driving the bobcat and constructing a pond. He also cut… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Zi Hao)
Zi was very enthusiastic about our project and tackled all tasks keenly. It was great to have him to discuss some of the engineering aspects of the building project. He used a wide range of tools and developed his skills with them. He speaks excellent English and is a great conversationalist over a wide range of topics. He was very helpful around… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Zi Hao) for host
I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Stuart and Miranda. It didn't matter that I had no woodworking experience, they taught me how to operate the tools and were understanding with the mistakes made along the way. As it was their very first project, there was plenty of trial and error and discussions regarding processes which I thoroughly… read more
11 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mailin)
Mailin is a very easy going, open-minded and interesting person. She worked with enthusiasm on every task that we asked of her. She helped us prepare the timber to complete the walls and used all our woodworking tools with ease. She also helped finish the fencing and gates. She is very capable and able to work independently. She made lots of… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Phillip)
Phillip is very open minded enthusiastic and easy to get along with. He has almost finished his studies and brought with him the passion of a new architect. He gave us very valuable input to our project, with lots of ideas and discussion, and the ability to work out practical solutions. He was competent working with a range of woodworking tools… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Phillip) for host
I spent a wonderful week with Miranda, Stu, two amazing workawayers, and not to forget the two super friendly dogs! I helped working out out a detail for closing the gap between roof and walls, called "tops of the walls", and learned welding, whereby they made a wish a of mine come true. Together, we bounced around ideas and I got taught one or… read more
9 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
There are so many good things I could say about this family. I absolutely loved my stay with Stu and Miranda. They make you feel like part of their family the minute you get there. I learned a ton during my 3.5 week stay and will for sure stay in contact with them now that I’ve left. I helped out in both the garden and with the house. Stu taught… read more
8 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was with us for 3.5 weeks. She is very open minded and was keen to learn every aspect of our project. She worked tirelessly, always with enthusiasm. She shifted earth in the bobcat, learned to weld, helped make and fit our timber door frames, helped concrete the window sills and helped put in a bathroom ceiling. In the garden she was… read more
(Excellent)
16 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Adrien & Sophie) for host
Stuart and Miranda are very kindly and generous hosts.
We spent 2 weeks in this beautiful area and we had a lot of moments to enjoy the famous tea-time and walking in the bush with Stuart, and do kayaking and cycling.
They got walls and roof for the pilot building when we were there, and we've started frames for the doors (sanding, varnish) and… read more
We spent 2 weeks in this beautiful area and we had a lot of moments to enjoy the famous tea-time and walking in the bush with Stuart, and do kayaking and cycling.
They got walls and roof for the pilot building when we were there, and we've started frames for the doors (sanding, varnish) and… read more
14 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Adrien & Sophie)
Adrian and Sophie were with us for 2 weeks. They tackled all projects with enthusiasm and took initiative to get things finished. They were hard workers and processed all the timbers for the door frames, using the thicknesser, electric plane and sander. They used the bob cat to prepare a large area for tree planting. The worked in the gardens and… read more
(Excellent)
1 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Cyril)
Cyril and Alice were with us for 3 weeks. They worked very hard to complete 2 vast sections of roof with us and then another section by themselves when Stuart had to be away. They became proficient with the full range of power tools: the table saw, the sliding mitre saw, the thicknesser, the drill press and numerous hand tools for this. They… read more
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Natsuko) for host
What a beautiful place, amazing people.
Though I spent a month which is short period of my travel, this place has become my 'home away from home.
Stu and Miranda both are thoughtful, generous, humorous, fun, and energetic. I learnt a lot from both of them. I mainly did gardening as I really wanted to learn about permaculture. Miranda, she not… read more
Though I spent a month which is short period of my travel, this place has become my 'home away from home.
Stu and Miranda both are thoughtful, generous, humorous, fun, and energetic. I learnt a lot from both of them. I mainly did gardening as I really wanted to learn about permaculture. Miranda, she not… read more
19 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Natsuko)
Natsuko was with us for one month. She is very interested in gardening, cooking, health and the environment. She knew many plants and was very keen to learn more about the garden and all things permaculture. She is very thoughtful and considerate and cared for all the dietary needs of our different volunteers. She was able to work independently… read more
(Excellent)
10 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lotte)
Lotte was with us for a month. She is very capable and took on all our projects with enthusiasm. She worked tirelessly on our roof, cutting and nailing the tongue and groove, she drove the bobcat and seived earth for the walls, she helped make our last rammed earth wall, and she cut brackets with the plasma cutter. She was happy to work… read more
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lotte) for host
What an amazing and inspiring project with wonderful people!
No matter where you're from, what you will do or what you will learn, staying with Stu & Miranda will be a memory for life. The beautiful nature with an almost 'African' scenery, the best outdoor shower you will ever have, the campfires, the outside cooking and sleeping under a sky full… read more
No matter where you're from, what you will do or what you will learn, staying with Stu & Miranda will be a memory for life. The beautiful nature with an almost 'African' scenery, the best outdoor shower you will ever have, the campfires, the outside cooking and sleeping under a sky full… read more
2 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Anja)
Anja was a pleasure to host. She is enthusiastic and embraces new experiences. She helped us with rammed earth walls, timber framed roofing, cutting steel with a plasma cutter and creating a new veggie garden. She is interesting to talk to on a broad range of topics and integrated very well with all of the other helpers. We wish all the very best… read more
(Excellent)
25 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host
What a beautiful place with great people. They are so lovely and care about the Workawayers. It's so interesting. They share the knowledge about building a house and be a part of it. You can work in the beautiful Garden as well and Miranda she will give you the skills how you can create a own Garden. In your free time you can borrow a pushbike or… read more
11 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (BENOIT & VIRGINIE)
Benoit & Virginie are two lovely people who were a pleasure to host and were a real asset to our project. They worked well and integrated nicely with the rest of the team members. They have had many experiences on their travels and are very interesting to talk with. Both of them gave valuable input during discussions about how to find engineering… read more
(Excellent)
31 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (BENOIT & VIRGINIE) for host
What a wonderfull project, beautiful area and amazing family ! We have spent a lot of great time. Improving your self confident and trust you in making... a house! Be careful it will be hard to leave. Adaptation, passion and kindness are good words to describe our favourite hosts. Enjoy !
11 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Amélie)
Amélie was with us for 3 weeks. She is easy to get along with and works well in a team. She had valuable input with the various engineering challenges encountered in the roof building stage of our rammed earth house. Amélie is a cheerful person who is happy to try her hand at any task and was a pleasure to host. We wish Amélie all the very best… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Amélie) for host
Ce Workaway est définitivement le meilleur que j'ai eu l'occasion de faire pendant mon road trip! Miranda et Stuart sont des gens adorables, la vie et l'ambiance sur le camp sont très convivial et bon enfant...
Le partage est le maître mot de cette aventure,on apprend énormément, à tout les points de vues!
Le travail se déroule de la manière… read more
Le partage est le maître mot de cette aventure,on apprend énormément, à tout les points de vues!
Le travail se déroule de la manière… read more
24 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maria marta) for host
I spend 2 months in this incredible place! If you like the outdoor life, camping, cooking with fire, doing big meals, movies with the stars!! convertations interesting, creating and think different proyect, working with a group, or alone, walk in the montain with beatiful river and forest, and have amaizing host!!! ... this is the perfect place!… read more
20 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria marta)
Pato was with us for 7 weeks. She Is very mechanically minded and skilled at problem solving. She a very genuine, honest person with amazing energy to motivate the whole team. She has had a lot of experience with carpentry and is skilled in the use of many tools. She has a very good attitude and is good at getting along with everyone. She is… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marnie) for host
What a WONDERFUL time I had at the farm ! I wish I could have stayed longer. I didn't have any construction skills when I came but Stuart, Miranda and the whole team (wink wink Gaspard) learnt me a lot either about how to built a rammed earth house or gardening. It was an absolute blast! Actually, it was more than a volunteering experience because… read more
3 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marnie)
Marnie has been a great all-rounder with our building project and a great motivator around the camp. She gets on well with everyone and brings out the best in people. She was keen to learn new skills and not afraid of hard work. She speaks very good English. We wish you all the best with your travels and hope you will come and visit soon.
(Excellent)
29 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna has been a pleasure to host. She has tackled all the different jobs on our work-site with great enthusiasm and cheerfulness and has done much more than requested. She has a great sense of humour and gets along easily with other people. She also has good ideas that contributed well to our plans. Thank you Anna for all your help and for your… read more
(Excellent)
29 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I planned to stay not more than 2 weeks, because I just had one month left in Australia - at the end I stayed for 3 weeks and I would have stayed longer in regard to all those amazing upcoming projects! So I am glad that I got the possibility to built a stove out of rammed earth with two other awesome volunteers. We built a tyre wall and further… read more
19 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Gabe & Rachel) for host
Stu and Miranda were fantastic hosts. They were very easy going and pleasant to get along with. They have a massive project on the go and their dedication to their task is admirable. They have a wealth of knowledge on many topics from construction and engineering to nature and gardening. We learnt a lot from staying with them. The accom / worksite… read more
25 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabe & Rachel)
Gabe and Rachel and their wonderful children stayed with us for 8 days. They were very helpful and the whole family tackled the projects with enthusiasm. They cooked delicious meals every night. They are a really lovely relaxed family and very easy to get along with. We wish them all the best with their travels and would love them to come and… read more
(Excellent)
9 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanne)
Jeanne was an absolute delight to have on our work-site. She got fully involved with everything that we were doing and was cheerful and enthusiastic. She has the most amazing natural talent with an earth rammer - we never expected that! Jeanne is very easy going and got on superbly with all the other workers. We hope that she visits us again and… read more
(Excellent)
3 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jeanne) for host
What a great time in this place! Time flew by, as always with intersting things to do and good company. Thanks Stuart for being so patient in teaching really varied skills and answering all my questions :) the work is truly satisfying and rewarding without ever becoming too much or stressful, so thanks for that as well. Great conversations and… read more
21 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex is a very diligent hard worker with many skills in building and carpentry. He is very generous, thoughtful and courteous and always offers to help. He attacked our project with enthusiasm whilst spending his time securing lintels above the windows. We had many very interesting conversations with him and our whole family felt this was a true… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
So! It was my first experience and I am really very glad that I am so lucky))! Miranda and Stew are very friendly! Even more than friendly, I think...They are always trying to help you in any situation. Teach you... You are lives in this nice family and it's so easy and interesting always! Work is very easy! This place is far from big city but… read more
8 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
I spent 2 very enjoyable months with Stuart, Miranda, Liv and Eleanor and I can’t honestly recommend them enough. They are very generous, kind, funny and genuinely interesting people. I felt like I learned and gained a lot while I was there. It really felt like it was a true exchange. I spent most of my time camping on the farm next to the house… read more
5 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex has been a volunteer with us for 2 months. He has been a valuable team member with his ability to take initiative and work hard. He has a mature outlook on life and has taken part in welcoming new volunteers to the campsite and training them in our building techniques. He has been keen to learn new skills such as welding and has taken on new… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Peio)
Peio is a very reliable, honest and very pleasant worker who is able to work independently taking initiative whenever needed. He learnt new skills quickly. He worked without watching the clock until each project was completed. He is very easy going, adaptable and is becoming increasing fluent in English. I would highly recommend him for any… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Peio) for host
Miranda and Stuart made me feel welcome. I learnt about building house using rammed earth. Stuart is a very good teacher, and Miranda cooks excellent dinner, very healthy.
It's a beautiful project in an very good place!
I recommend this host for any body who is interested working with an ecological project and nice people
See you soon
It's a beautiful project in an very good place!
I recommend this host for any body who is interested working with an ecological project and nice people
See you soon
