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I am an elderly lady who lives alone on the island Dønna. My house is located close to the sea. I have 3 wery active sleddogs (Samojed) and husky who need a lot of training. That's why I prefer physically strong volunteers. But I also need help in the house, as well as in the garden and with painting work.
I offer traditional norwegian food and I have an own room for you.
I speak little English. It would be an advantage if you speak a little Norwegian. I have a bike you can borrow if you want, you can learn how to knit and fish in the sea (if the weather is good).
I prefer if a volunteer can spend here at least 2 weeks.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can get to know how we live on the coast of Helgeland, get to know the people of the island and eat traditional norwegian food, experiences historical places and a rich wildlife.
Help
help with our house (cleaning, cooking...), garden (cut grass, gardening..), painting (inside and outside) and training and feeding the dogs, taking away the snow
Languages spoken
Norwegian: Fluent
English: Beginner
Accommodation
own room og toilett in our house
What else ...
On the time off you can go sightseeing among our thousands of islands. You can go watching historical places. You can do fishing, climbing mountains or take photos. I have a bike for you.
The Helgeland coast with more than 20.000 small and large islands is excellent for an active holiday, where you come close to a rich animal and bird life.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Host ref number: 816638964235
Feedback (19)
30 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Astrid)
Astrid was with us in January for around 2-3 weeks. She trained my 4 polar dogs by walking and by tricycle. She fed the dogs morning and evening and they enjoyed it. She worked a lot with birch wood in the garage. Otherwise, she took part in various chores around the house. She is a kind and decent person whom I would recommend
(Excellent
)
29 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Astrid) for host
I visited Solaug and Bella, Maya,Aisa And Arya in January for around 2-3 weeks and I loved my time there. I miss the mornings feeding the dogs and getting greeted with so much joy and enthusiam. I really got to love them. The training was fun with a three-wheeled bike and when the sun was out it was beautiful!
Solaug showed me nice Norwegian… read more
Solaug showed me nice Norwegian… read more
9 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tina)
Tina was a workaway with us from 30 June to 23 July. 2023. It was pleasant to have her visiting and helping with various tasks. She helped me mow the lawn, look after my four polar dogs and trim them with walks. She did housework and various different tasks that needed to be done. She is a hardworking, friendly and great person. I would like to… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host
It was my first workaway experience and I am grateful that it was with Solaug and her dogs ( they are the most amazing creatures, already miss them ). I spent 3 weeks on a wonderful island Dønna and had great time there. There wasn't a single day that Solaug and I didn't laugh together. Solaug has great sense of humor.
The work was very diverse… read more
The work was very diverse… read more
1 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host
Solaug is a lovely elderly lady and I am very happy that I could help out with her dogs! We just met briefly before she went on vacation but she took her time to explain everything that needs to be done.
The dogs are super friendly, playful and cuddly - each and every one of them. So it was easygoing and fun to take care of them, go for walks and… read more
The dogs are super friendly, playful and cuddly - each and every one of them. So it was easygoing and fun to take care of them, go for walks and… read more
17 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)
Florian got a week's postponement of the next workaway due to take care of my 4 dogs while I was on holiday. The hired man had to leave before I got home and then Florian stood up. I am very grateful for that. and thank you so much. Florian is a calm and pleasant man and took good care of my dogs until I got home. He drove his own car and picked… read more
(Excellent
)
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30 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Astrid)
Astrid was with us in January for around 2-3 weeks. She trained my 4 polar dogs by walking and by tricycle. She fed the dogs morning and evening and they enjoyed it. She worked a lot with birch wood in the garage. Otherwise, she took part in various chores around the house. She is a kind and decent person whom I would recommend
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Astrid) for host
I visited Solaug and Bella, Maya,Aisa And Arya in January for around 2-3 weeks and I loved my time there. I miss the mornings feeding the dogs and getting greeted with so much joy and enthusiam. I really got to love them. The training was fun with a three-wheeled bike and when the sun was out it was beautiful!
Solaug showed me nice Norwegian… read more
Solaug showed me nice Norwegian… read more
9 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tina)
Tina was a workaway with us from 30 June to 23 July. 2023. It was pleasant to have her visiting and helping with various tasks. She helped me mow the lawn, look after my four polar dogs and trim them with walks. She did housework and various different tasks that needed to be done. She is a hardworking, friendly and great person. I would like to… read more
(Excellent)
15 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host
It was my first workaway experience and I am grateful that it was with Solaug and her dogs ( they are the most amazing creatures, already miss them ). I spent 3 weeks on a wonderful island Dønna and had great time there. There wasn't a single day that Solaug and I didn't laugh together. Solaug has great sense of humor.
The work was very diverse… read more
The work was very diverse… read more
1 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host
Solaug is a lovely elderly lady and I am very happy that I could help out with her dogs! We just met briefly before she went on vacation but she took her time to explain everything that needs to be done.
The dogs are super friendly, playful and cuddly - each and every one of them. So it was easygoing and fun to take care of them, go for walks and… read more
The dogs are super friendly, playful and cuddly - each and every one of them. So it was easygoing and fun to take care of them, go for walks and… read more
17 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)
Florian got a week's postponement of the next workaway due to take care of my 4 dogs while I was on holiday. The hired man had to leave before I got home and then Florian stood up. I am very grateful for that. and thank you so much. Florian is a calm and pleasant man and took good care of my dogs until I got home. He drove his own car and picked… read more
(Excellent)
22 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan)
Jan stayed with me for five weeks and helped me with many things outside and inside. He is hardworking and does things carefully. I thought we communicated well, although there were occasional language challenges. The work consisted of some painting outside and cleaning inside. He looked after my dogs while I was away for a week and otherwise… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jan) for host
I spend five weeks at Solaug’s place. During that time I took care of her wonderful dogs, helped with different tasks around the house (cutting grass, a lot of painting, etc.) and other daily tasks.
Solaug is a lovely person and even we sometimes had difficulties to understand each other (due to language deficiencies) we had a good connection and… read more
Solaug is a lovely person and even we sometimes had difficulties to understand each other (due to language deficiencies) we had a good connection and… read more
22 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina was here for a few weeks and helped me with many different tasks inside and outside the property. She is willing to work and meticulous about what she does and very versatile. We worked well together and she is a pleasant person to be with. Thanks for all the good help you gave me.
(Excellent)
3 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Kebba)
Denne personen kom ikke og svarte heller ikke på telefonen.
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
2 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana)
It was really pleasant to work with Jana. She is mature and responsible and did an excellent job. She painted outdoors a lot and afterwards she could go on mountain walks. One trip is over 800 meters high.
(Excellent)
30 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jana) for host
I had such a good time :-) Really enjoyed spending time on Donna with Saulvag and her lovely dogs. I painted the house and explored the area - which is beautiful. Saulvag is lovely and funny, although we had somtimes trouble with communication (we used German, Norwegian & English :-D) we connected very very good :)
Definitely recommend to stay… read more
Definitely recommend to stay… read more
23 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Imad & Johanna)
Imad and Johanna stayed with us for about three weeks. They are two friends who were good at helping me with many daily tasks around the house and not least with the dogs. Two young people with a good mood, polite and keen to work. The weather wasn't exactly the best, but they actually got to see and photograph the northern lights. You took many… read more
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Imad & Johanna) for host
We spent two wonderful weeks in Donna island at Solaug’s house. We felt immediately at home and became besties with the dogs. Solaug is a very kind and smiling person that always makes sure you don’t work too much and makes you feel home. Mostly we had to take out the dogs and do a bit of cleaning in the house. We also had the chance to drive a… read more
15 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marika) for host
I had a wonderful stay with Solaug and Sigbjørn and their dogs. Although, in the beginning we planned to spend only a month together, it got extended to 3 months and I don't regret a single day on Dønna.
It was an excellent way for me to improve my Norwegian and get some new practical skills - working with wood, drills, hammers, saws and many… read more
It was an excellent way for me to improve my Norwegian and get some new practical skills - working with wood, drills, hammers, saws and many… read more
18 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Célia) for host
I spent 6 weeks in Dønna with Solaug and Sigbjörn (who wasn’t always here) and time has passed so quickly. From the first moment I felt home and Solaug did everything for me to feel comfortable.
The work consisted mainly in preparing diner, taking care of the dogs (giving them food, cleaning the dogyard, training them) and helping around the… read more
The work consisted mainly in preparing diner, taking care of the dogs (giving them food, cleaning the dogyard, training them) and helping around the… read more
1 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
I spent almost a month here from the end of January 2022 with Solaug and Sigbjørn, and their beautiful dogs.
I felt welcome from the first moment and in a couple of days their wonderful house facing the ocean felt like home.
Communication was easy, with Solaug speaking decent English (we had more than a good laugh together!) and always nice and… read more
I felt welcome from the first moment and in a couple of days their wonderful house facing the ocean felt like home.
Communication was easy, with Solaug speaking decent English (we had more than a good laugh together!) and always nice and… read more
3 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia was with us for a couple of weeks this summer. She is a strong person who, among other things, drove single in the air yard for the dogs. Otherwise she helped us with the dogs and some work outside such as mowing the lawn and painting. It is easy to work with her and she is a very hardworking pleasant lady. We highly recommend her.
Regards… read more
Regards… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
I stayed at Solaug's and Sigbjørn's place for a couple of weeks in May this year and I can't say anything negative. from the first contact to the last goodbye both were just friendly and welcomed me very warmly. the house is located right at the sea so you have the most amazing view with stunning sunsets! I trained together with Solaug the dogs,… read more
17 Apr 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (ANTOINE)
Antoni was Workawayer with us for 4 weeks. He is a decent young man who was good at work. He performed many daily tasks in the house. He was here for a time when we had 9 puppies. It was a new experience for him, but he was good at taking care of them. He is interested in learning new things and gladly took on new challenges. There were some… read more
(Excellent)
16 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (ANTOINE) for host
I stayed one month in Donna island.
I was a amazing experience with Solaug and Sigbjørn and their kinds dogs
I can not be thankful enough to give me the chance staying with you in your home
When the weither was good, we could train the dog outside with the bike.
About the work, i had to make the food for the puppies and clean their house. I… read more
I was a amazing experience with Solaug and Sigbjørn and their kinds dogs
I can not be thankful enough to give me the chance staying with you in your home
When the weither was good, we could train the dog outside with the bike.
About the work, i had to make the food for the puppies and clean their house. I… read more
26 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marlena) for host
It was my second workaway experience and it couldn't be better! I spent 6 weeks at the beautiful house with Solaug, Sigbjørn and the Samoyeds. I helped them in general maintenance, with some small repairs and with the dogs. It was great time for me, I could speak Norwegian and get to know Norwegian culture a bit better. Solaug and Sigbjørn are… read more
12 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marlena)
Marlena was with us for over a month and is a decent, positive and hard working girl. She worked extensively in the dog yard and helped us with our dogs in feeding, trimming and grooming. In her spare time she also worked to learn more Norwegian and we had no trouble understanding each other. We were cycling together and exploring our island. She… read more
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Judit)
Judit worked with us from mid-September to mid-October. She is a lady with a good mood and good collaboration skills. She is honest and social and the communication was partly in English and partly in Norwegian, but it was nice to understand each other and we experienced her as easy to talk to. It was important for her to learn more Norwegian.… read more
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Judit) for host
It was absolutely an amazing time with Solaug and Sigbjørn, and of course with the two adorable dogs, Aira and Aisa, as well. I can not be thankful enough to give me the chance staying with you in your home. Everything was more than perfect. Even the place, Donna Island has some magical power, the mountains, fjords, the sea, mooses and even… read more
18 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Victoria) for host
Staying at Solaug and Sigbjørns house in August was more than what you would hope for in a work vacation. There were small tasks to be filled each day which were all very fun for me- things like training, feeding and cuddling the dogs, completing a small project, and making dinner. During the weekdays and weekends I had ample time to go bicycling… read more
12 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria)
Victoria was with us for four weeks. She worked extensively on mowing and overdue tasks. She is a decent and hard working girl and really enjoyed cooking and helped us a lot indoors as well. In her spare time she walked the mountains and cycled on the island. Together with two others, she besmirched the doom man. She also worked on learning… read more
(Excellent)
11 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Cedric) for host
Truly kind people and three lovely dogs –
Staying with Solaug and Sigbjørn is staying with people that are friendly, sincere and caring. Beware that you may feel quite spoiled at times: Instead of being asked to work you may be asked to join the sled tour with Solaug, helping a little on the way while enjoying the sight of breathtaking scenery and… read more
Staying with Solaug and Sigbjørn is staying with people that are friendly, sincere and caring. Beware that you may feel quite spoiled at times: Instead of being asked to work you may be asked to join the sled tour with Solaug, helping a little on the way while enjoying the sight of breathtaking scenery and… read more
30 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Cedric)
Cedric was with us about three weeks. He is a good, polite, kind and considerate young man. All work he does very well and gives himself plenty of time. He pushed and painted window sills inside and performed small repairs inside and outside. We give him the best recommendation . Solaug og Sigbjørn
(Excellent)
16 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I spend 3 weeks on the island Dønna with Solaug and Sigbjørn. They made me feeling home.
The communication with english worked most of the time, but it would be helpful to speak a bit Norwegian.
I especially loved working with the dogs and spending time with them. For example driving the sled or going for long walks.
There was never too much… read more
The communication with english worked most of the time, but it would be helpful to speak a bit Norwegian.
I especially loved working with the dogs and spending time with them. For example driving the sled or going for long walks.
There was never too much… read more
15 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna was a workawayer with us for three weeks. She is a nice and pleasant girl who is willing to work and performs the tasks with pleasure. She walked with the dogs and was in charge of them for a whole week while I was away. She loves animals and the dogs soon became familiar with her. She also participated in removing snow from the roof and… read more
(Excellent)
23 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kaja)
Kaja was a Workawayer for 3 weeks this fall. With her good mood and nice person, it was very nice that she visiting us and and help us. She participated in the daily housework and is very careful. Some day our three Samojeds where walking with her. They also where training with tree wheels bike and she is in good shape. We also worked with some… read more
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kaja) for host
I spent 3 weeks with Solaug and Sigbjørn, it was my first workaway experience and a great one. They are a very friendly and kind couple and they took care that I didn't miss anything. At their place I tried a lot of new norwegian dishes and spent much time with their dogs, which I must admit are the most wonderful creatures I have ever seen ;)… read more
25 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jozef & Martina)
Martina and Jozef came to us this summer and stayed here for 14 days. They were a cozy young couple of 19 and 21 years from Slovakia. Tough of them to drive a car all the way from Slovakia too Norway and home again. Thanks to them we received many tasks that was difficult for us. With a good mood they took tasks like extra cleaning, repair of dog… read more
(Very good)
14 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jozef & Martina) for host
We stayed with Solaug and Sigbjørn for two weeks. It was our first workaway experience and it was really amazing! Solaug and Sigbjørn are nice, kind and always willing to help. We do not even know if we have ever met such warm-hearted people. They have really good sense of humour. We spent many moments just laughing.
They provided us comfort we… read more
They provided us comfort we… read more
18 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host
Solaug and Sigbjørn have a nice, spacious house close to the sea on the beautiful island Dønna. They are very generous people, I felt welcome and at home from the first second I was there. It is definitely helpful if you speak a little Norwegian, I had taken an A1 course some time before and we got along great with a mixture of English and… read more
17 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)
Tom stayed with us for 14 days, first half of June 2017 He helped us with three dogs, lawnmowing, dredging, car wash and other decaying work. He is very versatile and he is careful about what he performs.
In his spare time he had the opportunity to look around our wonderful island, along the sea and up in the mountains.
We were comfortable with… read more
In his spare time he had the opportunity to look around our wonderful island, along the sea and up in the mountains.
We were comfortable with… read more
(Excellent)
