Women Empowering Women, Help us turn our house into a cultural exchange retreat near Atlanta, Georgia, USA

United States

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20/10/2020
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Description
Easy going Mother Daughter team who own two properties in a very friendly suburb area of Atlanta, Georgia, conveniently located approximately 18 miles east near the heart of Atlanta, where you can enjoy and find the best blend of Nature, Shopping, Music and Culture.

We work from home and need volunteers to assist with the daily task of maintaining our home and rental property. We are in the process of making home improvements and starting multiple businesses. We enjoy cooking, working out, doing yoga, going for walks, hiking, sightseeing, shopping, learning new things. We are both very creative, artistic and inventive. We are working on healthy living...eating right and taking care of our mind, body and souls.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Art Projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Health living lifestyle
Help
We are in the process of making home improvements. Seeking hard working females to help clean, do yard work which includes landscaping, gardening, raking, weeding, leaf blowing, picking up pine cones, painting inside and out, building/restoring furniture, advertising/marketing assistance, creating and maintaining websites.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
Two private rooms available; one room with two twin beds and the other room has a full size bed with shared bathroom attached. Both rooms have TV's with streaming capabilities. Bonus room with TV, Computer, small library, mini fridge and sitting area upstairs. We eat very healthy meals and will offer some meals. If you prefer other options the kitchen is available for use. Pool, tennis and basketball area access.
What else ...
Approx. min from Stone Mountain park where there is hiking, camping, historical sightseeing, laser and firework show. Approx 20 min from Atlanta with many activities and events.
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

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Feedback left by and about host (10)

03/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Brigid) for host

Thank you so much for a beautiful experience living in a healthy, vegetarian household! Ydsia and Yvonne have big plans for positive change at their homes; a women's retreat destination in a tranquil setting of big trees and sun will bring many future guest who will be able to appreciate all the comforts and peace they will eventually be able to… read more

(Very good )

02/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Brigid)

During her month stay we enjoyed exploring different areas of GA with Brigid including local restaurants, farmers markets, antique stores etc. Brigid did a wonderful job helping us start container gardening. We enjoyed the organic gluten-free meals she prepared. She is very knowledgeable and open to sharing ideas and information. All her help was… read more

(Very good )

10/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Mary)

Mary, is incredible.. she is super friendly, open, flexible and extremely helpful. I asked her to stop on her way to her next workaway assignment and by the end of her short stay. I was wishing she could stay longer. We exchanged ideas and culinary tips. She prepared some excellent dishes : ) Can way to have you back. Looking forward to see you… read more

(Excellent )

06/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Mary) for host

Ydsia convinced me to make a pit stop on my way through Georgia just to get to know one another and decide about coming back in the spring. I am so glad she did! She and her daughter Evonne made me feel instantly at home and I really enjoyed getting to know them. The house is beautiful and I loved my room, very comfortable and clean. Her two… read more

(Excellent )

06/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Katarzyna)

Kasia, We really miss you and were very sad to see you go. I am so glad we were able to exchange so many ideas. You were amazing to work with and you fit right in. Your collaboration and help were really appreciated.
We really did get a lot done and had time to do some hiking, skating and exploring. It was fun trying new vegetarian recipes… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Katarzyna) for host

Where do I even begin...? Ydsia, Yvonne and their family - all of them are just amazing! They have open hearts and make you feel comfortable with them just from the beginning.
During my stay in Snellville I was treated like a family, like a part of their daily life...
But it is not only about the work! We did together a lot! Ydsia and Yvonne… read more

(Excellent )

26/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)

Laura was amazing, she helped complete all the tasks we had on our to do list. She was ready to learn, was open and ready to assist me get the property in order and ready for business.
We worked well together, we explored the town on our time off and took many pictures that she shared. She was like part of my family, both Amin and my dog Max… read more

(Excellent )

19/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host

I enjoyed staying with Ydsia, her nephew Amin and her two dogs very much. They adopt me like i was a family member. Ydsia is always up to something, she always knows what's going on in and around Atlanta. So we make many trips to and around Atlanta. (: I would recommend anyone to stay with her! Thank you for the good times with you (;

(Excellent )

06/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Amy)

Amy was my first guest and she was awesome! She was so very easy to get along with and share my home with. She happily accomplished all the tasks I needed help with and more. She was like part of the family, my parents absolutely loved her and were sad when she left.
She amazing, ready to help at all times and open to learn and do every task… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Amy) for host

I had a great time staying here with Ydsia and Melly. I learned a lot from her such as painting the pantry doors and taking them apart, how to pressure wash, and estate sales. It was interesting and fun staying with them. We also took yoga classes together and had a great time. Her parents are such sweet hearts. Her family makes you feel like… read more

(Excellent )

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