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We are a married retired couple with a grown-up son and daughter We live in the village of Dornie, across the road is Eilean Donan Castle (the one in Highlander the movie was made in 1986 ) Our home is an old croft house on the shore of a sea loch in the West Highlands of Scotland. The castle is one of the most photographed castles in the world. Something to consider before travelling is that we are 200 miles (5-6 hours) North of Glasgow, and 75 miles (2 hours) West from Inverness, the journey is long but the scenery is spectacular, We need help in the garden and often our historic wooden boat. We recycle old materials wherever possible and have to work to budget as no profit is made from these activities. Most of the tasks are outdoors, the weather can be very bad at any time of year so flexibility with volunteering hours is required.We don't have any dogs or cats, but we do have Chickens .
Thank you to all our workawayers for all the help and work you have provided.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Language, learning practical skills including, recycling, making use of recycled materials, boat repair and maintenance, building maintenance, electrical skills, painting and woodworking,
Help
Restoring and painting a historic wooden seagoing vessel, gardening, refurbishing old machinery and woodwork. none of this work is for profit.
Since the West coast of Scotland has very unstable weather, it is wise to bring some clothes that can be used in any weather.
Also if possible bring some clothes you are not afraid to get dirty and shoes or boots that can be used outside in bad and very wet condition, we may have some you can borrow depending on size,
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Self-contained Stone cabin (bothy), or caravan ,
What else ...
Free use of canoes/kayaks for exploring the sea lochs, subject to competency on the water. Free use of bicycles. Free Wi-Fi access. We don't normally cater for vegetarians, most of our meals include meat, however, breakfast is usually porridge with fruit and if those with special diets are able to prepare most of their own meals it should not be a problem.
Just a reminder that June, July and August can be wet and midges can be a problem this time of year. So please take this into account, a good repellent would be a good item to bring with you. We also go for walks so a pair of walking boots or wellies and a waterproof coat, we may be able to lend you a coat and boots depending on your size if necessary.
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
5 hours per day 5 days per week flexible depending on projects.
Host ref number: 8432484234ad
Feedback (38)
25/11/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Loïck)
It was a real pleasure to host Loick, he has a pleasant easygoing personality and is an excellent worker, knowledgeable and resourceful in technical matters.
His work repairing our electricity generator and Smalley excavator we especially appreciated and he was happy to take on any task we asked of him.
He will be a great asset to any host,… read more
His work repairing our electricity generator and Smalley excavator we especially appreciated and he was happy to take on any task we asked of him.
He will be a great asset to any host,… read more
(Excellent
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29/09/2022
What can I say? Living for 4 weeks even more with Steve, Julie, Rosanna, and Jamie was incredible. It was my first workaway and I don’t regret it. Sharing meals and working together were wonderful! They are a truly kind and generous family, they don’t hesitate to advice you about hikes or activities you can do around Dornie. I worked on a lot of… read more
24/07/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Vladimir & Stephanie)
Vladi is a great guy with a great personality, he was able to work independently or with ourselves and other workaways on a wide variety of tasks.
We loved his cakes and pancakes that he made while he was here. the cakes were his grandmothers recipe and very tasty,
Vladi would be a great asset to any host, versatile, hard working and keen to help… read more
We loved his cakes and pancakes that he made while he was here. the cakes were his grandmothers recipe and very tasty,
Vladi would be a great asset to any host, versatile, hard working and keen to help… read more
(Excellent
)
17/07/2022
An amazing place with the heart opened and warm souls people. I've enjoyed every day of my three weeks there. The tasks were diverse so you never get bored there. In addition you never feel excluded, always share good food, talks, ideas and have fun with Steve, Julie and Rosanna. Happy to have all the time together and hope to see you soon,… read more
06/07/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Yuen Ling)
It was a pleasure hosting Ling, she is a lovely person, always willing to help out in so many ways, flexible and adaptable, tackling any job she was asked to do, she did gardening, removing weeds, pruning, digging, cleaning out a pond, rust removal, sanding and painting and was always willing to help with cooking or washing up, we can honestly say… read more
(Excellent
)
01/07/2022
Steve, Julie and Rosana are so kind, caring and are the most sincere people I’ve ever met. They helped me a lot from the beginning to find the next place to stay and am deeply grateful for their warmth and care. I got abundant suggestions on where to go in spare time thanks to their vast knowledge about the surrounding area. Landscape and scenery… read more
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25/11/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Loïck)
It was a real pleasure to host Loick, he has a pleasant easygoing personality and is an excellent worker, knowledgeable and resourceful in technical matters.
His work repairing our electricity generator and Smalley excavator we especially appreciated and he was happy to take on any task we asked of him.
He will be a great asset to any host,… read more
His work repairing our electricity generator and Smalley excavator we especially appreciated and he was happy to take on any task we asked of him.
He will be a great asset to any host,… read more
(Excellent
)
29/09/2022
Left by Workawayer (Loïck) for host
What can I say? Living for 4 weeks even more with Steve, Julie, Rosanna, and Jamie was incredible. It was my first workaway and I don’t regret it. Sharing meals and working together were wonderful! They are a truly kind and generous family, they don’t hesitate to advice you about hikes or activities you can do around Dornie. I worked on a lot of… read more
24/07/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Vladimir & Stephanie)
Vladi is a great guy with a great personality, he was able to work independently or with ourselves and other workaways on a wide variety of tasks.
We loved his cakes and pancakes that he made while he was here. the cakes were his grandmothers recipe and very tasty,
Vladi would be a great asset to any host, versatile, hard working and keen to help… read more
We loved his cakes and pancakes that he made while he was here. the cakes were his grandmothers recipe and very tasty,
Vladi would be a great asset to any host, versatile, hard working and keen to help… read more
(Excellent
)
17/07/2022
Left by Workawayer (Vladimir & Stephanie) for host
An amazing place with the heart opened and warm souls people. I've enjoyed every day of my three weeks there. The tasks were diverse so you never get bored there. In addition you never feel excluded, always share good food, talks, ideas and have fun with Steve, Julie and Rosanna. Happy to have all the time together and hope to see you soon,… read more
06/07/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Yuen Ling)
It was a pleasure hosting Ling, she is a lovely person, always willing to help out in so many ways, flexible and adaptable, tackling any job she was asked to do, she did gardening, removing weeds, pruning, digging, cleaning out a pond, rust removal, sanding and painting and was always willing to help with cooking or washing up, we can honestly say… read more
(Excellent
)
01/07/2022
Left by Workawayer (Yuen Ling) for host
Steve, Julie and Rosana are so kind, caring and are the most sincere people I’ve ever met. They helped me a lot from the beginning to find the next place to stay and am deeply grateful for their warmth and care. I got abundant suggestions on where to go in spare time thanks to their vast knowledge about the surrounding area. Landscape and scenery… read more
26/01/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Gary & Caitlin)
Gary and Caitlin are a lovely couple, It was great to have Gary with his many skills and experience especially as a mechanic here, the digging machine and lots of other things are working much better. They will be a great asset to any host. We wish you both all the best, good luck with your travels and hope to see you again some day.
(Excellent
)
13/01/2022
Left by Workawayer (Gary & Caitlin) for host
Sorry for such a late feedback,but we stayed with Steve ,julie Jamie and rosanna for 2 months or so April to June time 2021,and was a life changing experience for both of us.
They are a wonderful family,and we enjoyed our time there enormously.
I particularly enjoyed repairing the digger and getting it back in action.
Much love to you all. Gary… read more
They are a wonderful family,and we enjoyed our time there enormously.
I particularly enjoyed repairing the digger and getting it back in action.
Much love to you all. Gary… read more
01/12/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ezra & Keir )
Ezra is an excellent worker with a really nice easygoing personality, while here he helped with woodwork, concreting, fencing, gardening, tree cutting, digging and many other tasks, he was very keen to try new things and learn new skills with great enthusiasm for whatever we were doing. He fitted in well with all the family and was a pleasure to… read more
(Excellent
)
01/12/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex is a great guy, a natural comedian with a great personality, while he was here he did various jobs around the place, he was always willing to get stuck in whatever the job was, roofing, woodwork, concreting ,fencing, gardening, tree cutting, digging, strimming the grass, etc, all these jobs he took in his stride, and while he was here he went… read more
(Excellent
)
31/08/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Josef)
Joe is a really nice guy with an easygoing pleasant personality, He is also very strong and tall at 6ft 4 inches, a hard working individual who is willing to tackle whatever is asked of him, he helped with lots of digging, concreting, gardening, scraping and painting on the boats, cleaning the engine room, fencing and much more, Joe will be a… read more
(Excellent
)
20/08/2021
Left by Workawayer (Josef) for host
I had an excellent one and half month in Dornie. It was my first Workaway experience and it could not be better! I liked all the work (which was funny and varied), meals (especially a morning porridge :D), an accommodation and the overall athmosphere. The whole family is very nice and helpful. We shared some free time, too. Also the surroundings… read more
15/01/2021
Left by Workawayer (Leila) for host
Steve, Julie, Rosanna and Jamie are a beautiful, welcoming family. I loved staying with them, especially all of the cool stuff they have on their property! Being around their boats and organising the workshop made me feel like I was at home, but better because I've already heard my own Dad's stories! I stayed in the bothy, which has a lovely view… read more
06/12/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Leila)
Leila and Patrick are a lovely couple with good personalities, hard workers, intuitive or skilled in a wide variety of tasks, working well and efficiently even when entirely unsupervised. The ten days they were with us was all too short and we wish they could have stayed for longer, however the work achieved in that time was excellent, special… read more
(Excellent
)
06/01/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe & Marie-Astrid)
Marie and Phil stayed with us for 4 weeks, they are a lovely couple and good workers willing to tackle whatever is asked of them.
While they were here they made a pathway up to our Daughters art shed which involved a lot of heavy work including digging, putting in a land drain, barrowing and moving sand, stones and rocks often in bad weather.… read more
While they were here they made a pathway up to our Daughters art shed which involved a lot of heavy work including digging, putting in a land drain, barrowing and moving sand, stones and rocks often in bad weather.… read more
(Excellent
)
29/12/2020
Left by Workawayer (Philippe & Marie-Astrid) for host
Steve, Julie, Rosanna and Jamie have been very kind to us. It was a real pleasure to meet this nice family and share a month together !
We mainly worked with Steve who taught us several new skills and have always been very open to listen to our ideas. In one month we did various jobs : building a path, chopping wood, making concrete cement ...… read more
We mainly worked with Steve who taught us several new skills and have always been very open to listen to our ideas. In one month we did various jobs : building a path, chopping wood, making concrete cement ...… read more
26/10/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Yotam)
Yotam is a great guy, He stayed with us for 5 weeks, it's a shame he didn't stay longer, while he was here we managed to get a lot done. He works hard and can be left to work independently, he would make a great asset to any host. we can guarantee you won't be disappointed, he's a really nice guy with a great personality, what more can you ask… read more
(Excellent
)
21/10/2020
Left by Workawayer (Yotam) for host
Had a really really great time in Dornie!
First of all, Steve, Julie, Jamie and Rosanna where great spending some time with each in a different way. Steve and Julie really took care of anything I needed and addressed any request. Spending 5 weeks there, I really enjoyed living beside the family, Julie "mothered" me and made me feel really… read more
First of all, Steve, Julie, Jamie and Rosanna where great spending some time with each in a different way. Steve and Julie really took care of anything I needed and addressed any request. Spending 5 weeks there, I really enjoyed living beside the family, Julie "mothered" me and made me feel really… read more
02/09/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
Jamie was here for two and a half weeks, he is a great guy, good company ,hard worker and very capable of doing all the tasks that were asked of him , While he was here he helped us build an Art studio for our Daughter, including laying the concrete base, he solved some computer problems and baked whole meal bread, good and very tasty, The meal he… read more
(Excellent
)
09/04/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Lia)
Thomas and Lia are a lovely couple, hard workers and excellent company, they stayed with us for two weeks, their stay sadly cut short by the need to travel home before the Covid 19 lockdown.
We really appreciate all their hard work, it was not easy to clear the land for our new vegetable and fruit garden of all the brambles, weeds, nettles, roots… read more
We really appreciate all their hard work, it was not easy to clear the land for our new vegetable and fruit garden of all the brambles, weeds, nettles, roots… read more
(Excellent
)
05/04/2020
Left by Workawayer (Thomas & Lia) for host
We just left the Cottage after two weeks with Julie, Steve, Rosanna and Jamie. We had planned to stay for a whole month, but under the current circumstances (COVID-19), we unfortunately had to shorten our stay. However, we enjoyed every moment we spent in Dornie, especially the meals all together. They are an extremely warm, friendly, generous and… read more
04/10/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
James stayed with us for 2 weeks. He is a excellent worker It’s hard to believe that he is only 19 years old and as skill and experience way beyond is years. He is skilled in a large variety of building, carpentry and engineering work. While he was here he helped with putting the roof on the new workshop he repaired and replaced Axe handles and he… read more
(Excellent
)
30/07/2019
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
Since I arrived at Julie and Steve's home I've felt like part of the family. They gave me a warm welcome and they have always been very kind and helpful. I enjoyed very much working at the boat, but also eating their porridge, the delicious eggs and all the food they provided me. I always had good time with the family, watching movies and drinking… read more
14/07/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea)
Andrea is a great guy with a great personality, he became part of the family straight away, he’s very independent and can work on his own, he is always ready to get stuck in and get to work whatever the job, while he was here he went for a lot of local walks and cycle rides, we really appreciated all the work he did and the lovely meals that he… read more
(Excellent
)
12/05/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)
Nathan is a really nice guy, always smiling, a good worker and a valuable member to the team. he was working alongside Steve another workaway and ourselves, Nathan was with us for two weeks and during his stay we managed to get a lot of work done on our ex RNLI Watson Class Life Boat, also we managed to spread 20 tons of road tar chippings in less… read more
(Excellent
)
05/05/2019
Left by Workawayer (Nathan) for host
Steven and Julie are really kind, generous and friendly !
It was to speak with them and share some experiences. (Even if they think drive on the right way, this is not true ahah)
Julie is a very good cooker and cook a lot, for my pleasure of course ! (You have to like eggs ahah)
The job was really cool and lots of different stuff to make (DIY,… read more
It was to speak with them and share some experiences. (Even if they think drive on the right way, this is not true ahah)
Julie is a very good cooker and cook a lot, for my pleasure of course ! (You have to like eggs ahah)
The job was really cool and lots of different stuff to make (DIY,… read more
02/05/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Steven)
It was a absolute pleasure to host Steve, he was willing and enthusiastic from the first day he arrived , capable of taking on all tasks that were asked of him, also he got on well immediately with our other workaway from France, on their time off they walked the Five Sisters Ridge together, this is spectacular walk and includes 3 Munros.
I have… read more
I have… read more
(Excellent
)
26/04/2019
Left by Workawayer (Steven) for host
This was my first workaway and it was an overwhelmingly positive experience. I was only in Dornie for 3 weeks but i'm sure I will remember my stay for years to come. Steve and Julie are experienced hosts and go out of their way to look after their volunteers, the whole family is extremely welcoming and they offer warmth and hospitality that is… read more
04/04/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Brad)
Brad stayed with us for two weeks, it is a shame he couldn’t stay for longer, he has a great personality and is easy to get on with, he is a good worker able to carry out a variety of tasks on his own or as part of a team. Thanks to Brad the boats are now covered up properly and can be worked on in any weather. Brad will be a great asset to any… read more
(Excellent
)
01/04/2019
Left by Workawayer (Brad) for host
I had a great time with Steve Julie and Rosanna, I stayed in the bothie which was the best accommodation I’ve stayed whilst workawaying.
The work was interesting and varied, the food was plenty and tasty, Steve and Julie was very concerned with my comfort and helped me see the sights and assisted me with transport and information.
I thoroughly… read more
The work was interesting and varied, the food was plenty and tasty, Steve and Julie was very concerned with my comfort and helped me see the sights and assisted me with transport and information.
I thoroughly… read more
13/01/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofiya)
Sofiya and Ryan ,What a great hardworking and warm hearted couple .We would love to have you stay with us for longer next time you come to the Highlands of Scotland .We wish you the very best for 2019. Also if any hosts are considering taking a hard working couple with interesting stories to tell and great personality’s ,then here they are. I… read more
(Excellent
)
12/01/2019
Left by Workawayer (Sofiya) for host
We love this family <3
The way they are with each other, how they welcome other peole and how they are interested is honest and warm. We never felt at home so fast before.Their Sustainable attitude toward ressources is impressive, I never saw people who had such a flexibel and perfect balanced attitude toward saving and spending. They inspired us… read more
The way they are with each other, how they welcome other peole and how they are interested is honest and warm. We never felt at home so fast before.Their Sustainable attitude toward ressources is impressive, I never saw people who had such a flexibel and perfect balanced attitude toward saving and spending. They inspired us… read more
30/10/2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Federico)
Freddie, .thank you for all your help, great company and hard work, also not to mention the lovely Italian meals that you cooked for us. we greatly enjoyed having you stay with us and please do come back whenever you want. It was so lovely to have you as part of our family. Best wishes for a great 2019!!
(Excellent
)
21/10/2018
Left by Workawayer (Federico) for host
I spent more than three weeks last summer with Steve, Julie, Jamie and Rosanna and it was one of the most interesting experience i've ever made!
It was my first time as workawayer and maybe i was a little disoriented at the beginning but they welcomed me as a member of the family since from the start.
I was lucky to have been there in July cause… read more
It was my first time as workawayer and maybe i was a little disoriented at the beginning but they welcomed me as a member of the family since from the start.
I was lucky to have been there in July cause… read more
29/09/2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin)
Valentin is a an enthusiastic hard worker, keen to help with any task asked of him, Thank you Valentin for all your help with the boats and other projects, good luck with your studies.
(Excellent
)
27/09/2018
Left by Workawayer (Valentin) for host
My experience was very goog with Steve, Julie and Rosanna. Their house is located in the middle of nature with beautiful landscape. They are very welcoming and do everything to make you feel comfortable. I visited a lot a place during the week-end with their. I learned a lot about renovating old boats and cars. It was very interresting but… read more
25/05/2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)
Nathan is an enthusiastic, hardworking young man with a pleasant personality and good sense of humour fitting in right away with all the family.
He is quick to learn and soon picked up the basic joinery and other skills required. As a valuable member of the team along with another workaway he helped with roofing a workshop, joinery work on a… read more
He is quick to learn and soon picked up the basic joinery and other skills required. As a valuable member of the team along with another workaway he helped with roofing a workshop, joinery work on a… read more
(Excellent
)
23/05/2018
Left by Workawayer (Nathan) for host
I had a great couple of weeks staying with Steve, Julie, Rosanna and (briefly) Jamie. The work was fun and rewarding, it varied day by day from puncture repair to building a sheltered work area. Steve, Julie and Rosanna are a really lovely family, and live in a beautiful place. It seemed like everyday you d see at least one eagle, seal, otter or… read more
21/05/2018
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David fits the profile of our ideal workawayer, he is hardworking, conscientious, skilled at joinery, safe and knowledgeable when using power tools, able to work on his own initiative or as part of a team and if you don’t give him something to do he will find something that needs doing himself, even washing the dishes without being asked.
David… read more
David… read more
(Excellent
)
18/05/2018
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
I spent nearly 3 weeks there. they are a amazing lovely family and they help me to feel like a part of the family every moment. they prefer that you feel comfortable rather than move forward in their many projects. Awesome place and nature !! Eagles seals ... It was definitely gorgeous .Steve Julie Rosana Jaime i am in love of you !! thanks for… read more
14/12/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)
Nicolas, Is a nice guy, we enjoyed having him here as part of the family, despite the wet weather Nicolas carried on working on the boat mast and helped with some repairs, He is a lovely energetic strong young man who would be asset to any host, We wish him all the best on his travels.
(Excellent
)
10/11/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Siphesihle)
Siphesihle (nickname Lego) is bright, cheerful, a good hard worker and quick to learn, He will be a valuable asset to any host, He has a great personality and a lovely smile. He helped with many tasks on the boats including making a very professional job of the hatches and some excellent work on the catamaran hulls. He fitted into our family… read more
(Excellent
)
04/11/2017
Left by Workawayer (Siphesihle) for host
This family have been so so so amazing to me. It’s weird saying ‘the family’ without including myself in there because I genuinely feel like part of the family now. They have taken me in and loved me as one of the family. It was so amazingly odd how I was so comfortable as if I was already back home in South Africa. I got to help out with wee jobs… read more
07/10/2017
Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host
At long last I sit down to this. Sorry bout the delay, but a great many thanks for your kind words about me and my very enjoyable stay with you. My side of the bargain then… Steve, Julie and Roseanna, were great hosts and wonderfully memorable characters. Shore Cottage is a rabbit warren of recycle, upcycle and everything cycle, plus a wealth of… read more
23/08/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
What a pleasure it was to host Jack for the all too short 3 weeks he was here, in spite of the weather he did some excellent carpentry work on our 1938 vintage ex. RNLI Lifeboat, even erecting a temporary shelter to keep off the rain.
He is such an interesting guy with a wealth of experience to share and many a tale to tell, he will make himself… read more
He is such an interesting guy with a wealth of experience to share and many a tale to tell, he will make himself… read more
(Excellent
)
29/09/2017
Left by Workawayer (Siméon) for host
Steve, Julie and Rosanna are formidable person. In one mouth, I meat welcoming, kindly, and friendly person. It's a unforgettable moment ! Thanks for all :p
Siméon
Siméon
02/09/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Siméon)
Simeon is a hard worker with a great attitude, we enjoyed having him here as part of the family and part of a team, despite the wet weather Simeon carried on working building a car parking area. He helped to repair and paint wheelbarrows also grass cutting, fiber glassing kayaks, and a small catamaran. He is a lovely energetic strong young man who… read more
(Excellent
)
12/09/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Bryan)
Bryan and Mariel are a lovely couple and we were really lucky to have them for the all too short time they were with us. Bryan is a wonder with engines, doing some excellent repairs on the vintage diesel engines in our ex-lifeboat and various other equipment including lawn mowers, outboard motors and generators. He is also a good teacher and was… read more
(Excellent
)
10/09/2017
Left by Workawayer (Bryan) for host
Steve, Julie and Rosanna welcomed us into their home with open arms. We felt right at home and a part of their extended family. This was our first workaway and we will remember it forever. We learned a lot about their passion for boats and the water. I was fortunate enough to help get some mechanical items sorted out on the boat engines. Steve… read more
18/08/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Katerina)
It was such a delight having Katerina and Frantisek staying with us, they are are a lovely couple with great personalities and are both very hard workers, Frantisek is an experienced blacksmith, able to take on almost any task, Katerina is also willing to have a go at anything, she loves painting, working on the boats, assisting Frantisek with… read more
(Excellent
)
17/08/2017
Left by Workawayer (Katerina) for host
We were in Dornie for two weeks and it is hard do describe how good times we had there. Steve and Julie create something very extraordinery - real home, where is always great atmosphere, delicious food and interesting varied work. We had also opportunity to repair lifeboats. Steve is good man, body and soul sailor, as good as his word. Julie is… read more
06/08/2017
Left by Workawayer (Jeremy & Melanie ) for host
I'm going to try to get through this without crying.
Steve and Julie are two of the most exceptional people we have ever met. It wasn't but a matter of minutes after arriving at their home that we felt like two members of their family. We were hooked, immediately.
They are both extremely hard workers and take pride in their home and what they… read more
Steve and Julie are two of the most exceptional people we have ever met. It wasn't but a matter of minutes after arriving at their home that we felt like two members of their family. We were hooked, immediately.
They are both extremely hard workers and take pride in their home and what they… read more
05/08/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeremy & Melanie )
It would be hard to find a more enthusiastic and positively minded couple than Melanie and Jeremy, they are hardworking, conscientious workers putting 100% effort into any task, they helped dig foundations, mix concrete, lay a concrete deck, build block walls plus many other tasks and would be a valuable asset to any project,
Add to this the fact… read more
Add to this the fact… read more
(Excellent
)
05/08/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)
Peter is a great workawayer, hardworking and enthusiastic on all the work we gave him, he is a valuable asset on any project, resourceful and able to do his own research on how to tackle a task he is unfamiliar with, he also has a lovely personality, generous, kind hearted and tolerant with others, even acting as a mentor for one of our younger… read more
(Excellent
)
04/08/2017
Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host
What a wonderful time! During my stay, I overlapped with six other workaways. Steve and Julie treated us like family. I helped with painting a pontoon, building concrete footings for it to rest on, repairing several small boats with fiberglass and lots more. I also enjoyed canoeing and hiking, along with the other workers - it is an incredibly… read more
05/08/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (NICOLAS)
Nicolas and Marine, are a lovely couple, they came and stayed with us for two weeks, Nicolas is a skilled hard worker, , Marine is quite good with housework ,and they both have nice personalities. Thanks for your hard work,we wish you all the best
(Excellent
)
25/06/2017
Left by Workawayer (Martin & Mika) for host
Where should we start? Is it the great porridge and tea? Is it the lovely atmosphere in the house? Is it the fact, that duck eggs taste amazing? Or is it just because we felt like being part of the family straight from the beginning?
It's hard to say! All we know is that we had a great time at Steve and Julie's house! It was way more than just a… read more
It's hard to say! All we know is that we had a great time at Steve and Julie's house! It was way more than just a… read more
24/06/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin & Mika)
Martin and Mika are a lovely couple, they worked very hard and did far more than we expected, they work well together and their many skills are first class, It is great that we could let them get on with finishing the work on the shed at a fast and professional pace, as a result the shed is finished to a far higher standard than we envisaged… read more
(Excellent
)
06/06/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Letho)
Letho is an excellent hard worker, he helped with moving very many heavy concrete blocks, cutting trees, firewood, and many other tasks. He can be left to do some work unsupervised and is especially good with heavy work and strenuous tasks. He also helped out with our computer problems which we greatly appreciate.
Thank you Letho, we wish you the… read more
Thank you Letho, we wish you the… read more
(Excellent
)
05/06/2017
Left by Workawayer (Letho) for host
I stayed in an amazing guest house for the first two weeks and then a comfy caravan for the last due to a couple needing the space.
Stefen and Juliet are amazing hosts and I had a great time staying with them and spending evenings in the house instead of my room making me feel like family.
There is a lot to so in dornie including a bike tour and… read more
Stefen and Juliet are amazing hosts and I had a great time staying with them and spending evenings in the house instead of my room making me feel like family.
There is a lot to so in dornie including a bike tour and… read more
01/05/2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Elesha)
It was a real pleasure to host Joe, he is an excellent worker with many skills and more than his fair share of common sense, combine this with his excellent personality and no one could ask for more.
In spite of some bad weather, we completed an amazing amount of work. nothing was too much trouble for him. When asked to do a difficult task, he… read more
In spite of some bad weather, we completed an amazing amount of work. nothing was too much trouble for him. When asked to do a difficult task, he… read more
(Excellent
)
29/04/2017
Left by Workawayer (Elesha) for host
Thought I'd write my feedback as I'm sat in the Hostel on my way back from the most satisfying and fruitful 3 weeks. I can't say I have been made to feel more welcome than I was with Steve, Julie and the family.
I was made to feel right at home, fed well and made to feel like a member of the family. The work was varied but all enjoyable. The… read more
I was made to feel right at home, fed well and made to feel like a member of the family. The work was varied but all enjoyable. The… read more
18/07/2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ian)
Ian is a great worker and has a personality to match, he would be a valuable asset for any project in more ways than one, he is willing to tackle any job, enthusiastic and good company in team work and can be trusted to work alone conscientiously without supervision.
As well as enabling us to meet our deadline for getting the boat ready for our… read more
As well as enabling us to meet our deadline for getting the boat ready for our… read more
(Excellent
)
05/06/2016
Left by Workawayer (Ian) for host
This family gave me a great welcome and a beautiful bothy to stay in which was my own for two weeks. As the weather improved we were able to work outside on the boat, which is a classic 1930s lifeboat, making ready for their trip through the Scottish isles to Rathlin and Portrush. All four were so easy to get along with, which made me gain a huge… read more
14/07/2016
Left by Workawayer (Johanna ) for host
This rating is looong overdue. Time flew during the past 10 months! But we had had such a lovely time with Steve, Julie, Jamie and Rosanna back in September last year. For Albi it was his first time in Scotland and they gave us such a warm welcome. We really enjoyed working with the family. They always made sure that we had enough time to explore… read more
23/09/2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna )
Hanna and Albi have a real enthusiasm for new adventures and experiences which shows through in their work. They enjoyed doing the jobs and so did them well and with a smile, the ideal volunteers!
Although they were only here for two weeks, during their stay they made new bottom boards and seats for a boat, repaired the brakes and made a new… read more
Although they were only here for two weeks, during their stay they made new bottom boards and seats for a boat, repaired the brakes and made a new… read more
(Excellent
)
27/07/2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Peggy)
It was a pleasure having Peggy stay with us. She is a hard worker and very easy to get on with, We hope that you do well in your new job.We would love to see you again
all the best from Rosanna and Julie.xx
all the best from Rosanna and Julie.xx
(Excellent
)
02/01/2015
Left by Workawayer (Jaroslav) for host
Steve and Julie are experienced workaway hosts and they prepared absolutely perfect conditions for their guests. I felt being privileged guest, having most meals together with the family, watching TV with them and all my inquisitive questions were answered and explained in the right context. I spent three decisive weeks of my journey there. It… read more
21/09/2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jaroslav)
Jarda is an excellent worker with lots of knowledge and experience, he can be trusted to work on his own initiative and is always happy and quick to learn new skills.
His outlook on life is really positive which along with a great personality makes it a pleasure to work with him.
The carpentry work which we did together on the boat was finished… read more
His outlook on life is really positive which along with a great personality makes it a pleasure to work with him.
The carpentry work which we did together on the boat was finished… read more
(Excellent
)
20/11/2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Artur & Kreete)
Artur and Kreete are the best workawayers you could hope to have, if you don't give them work to do they will find something themselves, while we were away we only asked them to look after the ducks and chickens, but when we came home they had built the most wonderful new chicken house, it is so good that if we had to buy one the same it would… read more
(Excellent
)
11/11/2014
Left by Workawayer (Artur & Kreete) for host
We stayd three weeks with this family. Unlike weather the family was very careing and nice to us. They trusted us on our own for 10 days with there home, ducks and chickens. Julys meals are delicious and Steven provided us with boat repair experience witch is priceless. Jamie helped out us with maps and hiking trails, he is extremely smart young… read more
01/11/2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Scott)
Scott is an excellent hard worker, keen to help with any kind of work, especially outdoors.
He has a pleasant personality, a good sense of humour and is also a good cook.
Thanks for all your work Scott and come back soon.
He has a pleasant personality, a good sense of humour and is also a good cook.
Thanks for all your work Scott and come back soon.
(Excellent
)
30/10/2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Richard)
Richard has an amazing range of skills and experience, he will do almost any job to a standard much higher than asked for or expected, he can plan, estimate materials and carry out the work, he does not waste materials, he can make use of things you have lying around and is happy to use recycled materials rather than buy new.
He built the "Rolls… read more
He built the "Rolls… read more
(Excellent
)
30/10/2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin)
Martin installed lighting and electrical sockets in our vintage ex RNLI Lifeboat, he made an excellent job of what is quite a specialist task, I would not trust most people to do it.
He is keen and self motivated, has a nice personality and is an all round great guy.
He is keen and self motivated, has a nice personality and is an all round great guy.
(Excellent
)
02/07/2014
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
I stayed about 2 weeks with Steven,Julie,Jamie and Rosanna, it was a fairly wet stretch , but we had Steven's workshop,so we were protected from the rain and the work didn't feel like work,we were too busy laughing.The hours were flexible and i never felt any pressure whatsoever and the area is totally out of this world.Julie's cooking was amazing… read more
21/04/2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Jacques is an excellent, very skilled, self motivated worker, with a wealth of experience in many kinds of work and is able to safely operate, maintain and repair equipment, tools and machinery.
He is interesting to talk to with a friendly cheerful disposition, a good sense of humour, is a pleasure to work with and popular with all the… read more
He is interesting to talk to with a friendly cheerful disposition, a good sense of humour, is a pleasure to work with and popular with all the… read more
(Excellent
)
23/07/2013
Left by Workawayer (Erik) for host
I stayed 3 weeks with the family and had a good time. This is a very beautiful part of Scotland and indeed of the highlands. There is plenty of places to see, and some really spectacular views. I helped to make a concrete floor and doors for Steve's workshop, it was sometimes really hard work, but Julie made sure that I never got a low blood sugar… read more
12/06/2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Erik)
Erik is a conscientious hard worker with much knowledge and experience in many types of work, he can be trusted to work safely with tools and machinery and puts 110% effort into his work.
He is also good company with a pleasant easygoing personality able to get on well with all the family and other workawayers.
Erik we are well pleased with all… read more
He is also good company with a pleasant easygoing personality able to get on well with all the family and other workawayers.
Erik we are well pleased with all… read more
(Excellent
)
15/05/2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Joel)
Hi Joel,
Thanks for all your help, you are a great worker, we got lots done even when the weather was bad and the help with computers was very welcome.
I will recommend you to any host who needs someone with a good personality, quick to learn and able to take on almost any kind of work without problem.
We wish you the best of luck for all your… read more
Thanks for all your help, you are a great worker, we got lots done even when the weather was bad and the help with computers was very welcome.
I will recommend you to any host who needs someone with a good personality, quick to learn and able to take on almost any kind of work without problem.
We wish you the best of luck for all your… read more
(Excellent
)
13/05/2013
Left by Workawayer (Joel) for host
Hi all the family!
I've spent 3 weeks living with you, a place really comfortable and a family very funny (included the budgie haha). I've never had any problems working with Steve as he is very easy-going and a good working mate. All the meals cooked by Julie were delicious and I always ate a lot! Jamie and Rosanna were nice and they always had… read more
I've spent 3 weeks living with you, a place really comfortable and a family very funny (included the budgie haha). I've never had any problems working with Steve as he is very easy-going and a good working mate. All the meals cooked by Julie were delicious and I always ate a lot! Jamie and Rosanna were nice and they always had… read more
06/04/2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Vincent)
Vincent is an excellent worker, quick to learn and competent with every task asked of him. He is intellegent, has a good personality, is a pleasure to work with and although too modest to admit it is good musician, all this for us at least, made him the perfect workawayer, our only regret is that he was not here longer than two weeks.
Also as a… read more
Also as a… read more
(Excellent
)
05/04/2013
Left by Workawayer (Vincent) for host
I had 2 great weeks with Steven and Julie's family! I was helping Steve building a poly-tunnel which he will use to store and repair a boat of his. It was very interesting working alongside him as he is passionnate about boats and planes, so you will be able to learn a lot of things if you fancy that too. Julie is such a lovely and funny person.… read more
20/07/2012
Left by Workawayer (Jessie ) for host
This family is very welcoming and very kind, I felt right at home! They are realistic and fair when it comes to work, (so if it starts pouring buckets of rain, you won't be expected to stay out) and I usually got to work with someone - company is always nice! Also, that way you can always ask for advice or help at anytime.
I had an excellent… read more
I had an excellent… read more
11/07/2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessie )
Jessie is a conscientious hard worker, able to take on and complete a wide variety of tasks successfully, consistently doing more than he was asked to do.
He has a pleasant easygoing personality, a good sense of humour and was good company both for us and our teenage children.
We can strongly recommend Jessie as a positive asset to any houshold or… read more
He has a pleasant easygoing personality, a good sense of humour and was good company both for us and our teenage children.
We can strongly recommend Jessie as a positive asset to any houshold or… read more
(Excellent
)
15/05/2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Sheng)
Sheng is a good worker, an excellent cook and very competent with computers. He also has a pleasant personality and is easy to get along with, so we can strongly recommend him especially if you like good company and Chinese food.
Thank you Sheng for all your help and we too would like to see you again one day.
Thank you Sheng for all your help and we too would like to see you again one day.
(Excellent
)
10/05/2012
Left by Workawayer (Sheng) for host
I have a very good experience with the family of Steven and Julie. The work is not so hard, we have a lot of time to talk and visit around, I help them of the roof, and some computer issues. We also exchanged the culture like the cooking, etc.
I am so happy to stead in their house for 10 days.
Thank you very much, and see you again in one day
I am so happy to stead in their house for 10 days.
Thank you very much, and see you again in one day
