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Description
:) WE ARE LOOKING FOR A WORK AWAY FROM 20-28 AUGUST 2026 :)
We are an Irish Polish family, living in a colourful village in Beara, West Cork, Ireland. Pawel is an Artist and Emma is a Community worker.
What We Need:
People who have experience with children. Our children are our no.1 consideration when meeting a new Workaway. We would prefer if you have references from previous hosts for this reason.
We are looking for friendly, sociable and energetic work-away's to come and help out at home, cleaning and cooking, day to day tasks, interacting with the kids, making a garden and getting involved with voluntary art and music projects from time to time.
Our village has a vibrant community and there may be opportunities from time to time to volunteer at some community events for example, the local festival in July, marathons and cycling events.
About you:
If you love to explore, socialise and are not afraid to get outdoors in the rain. This is for you!
By all means, a healthy balance of work, play and rest is vital but please use your time here to explore the peninsula and enjoy time in the kitchen with the family, playing games, cooking, baking and conversing.
Your space:
You will have your own bedroom room with a desk and place to put your clothes and things. We believe it is important for you to have your own space, to close the door and have some chill time. Please don't spend all your free time in your room. There must be a balance.
We are an active and busy family, with all of the noise and chaos that comes with it, so understanding of family with children is a must. You are an influence to our children so come and share good vibes!
The Village:
We live in the village of Eyeries, there is a daily bus service to Kenmare, Co Kerry and to Bantry, Co Cork and to the local town, Castletownbere. The village has a cafe, 2 pubs, 2 shops, and a post office for all your essentials. Drumming, yoga, dance and other workshops go on locally.
We are on the Wild Atlantic Way and there are many walking routes and coasts to explore. An outdoor enthusiasts dream place.
What to expect when you arrive here:
With every visit we learn.
We have a little information pack with things to know about our home and with bus timetables.
We will schedule your work hours and times so that you can arrange your time to travel and explore outside of your work schedule.
Musicians welcome!
We are musicians and play music locally and also with a band, Non Toxic Orchestra, at events, so you would be welcome to join in with us, whether for playing or simply enjoying.
Meals:
Main meals are provided. Any extra snacks/plant based milks/ speciality vegan food etc.. please supply for yourself.
We have name labels for any food you buy for yourself.
Meat:
We eat meat for dinner (though not every day). If you wish to eat meat for breakfast and lunch, you must purchase for yourself.
Dairy
We eat dairy.
We have been welcoming Workaways since 2024, in our previous location and this - all experiences have been good ones. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
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Interests
Mountain
Hitchhiking
Events & social
Sustainability
Culture
Charity work
Carpentry
Writing
Performing arts
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Gardening
Languages
Plant care
Music
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
Dancing
Sailing / Boating
Hiking -
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn and share gardening skills.
Join in music projects, percussion and local pub session
Learn some polish!
Have fun with children, they are boys, aged 7 and 9
Enjoy the beautiful nature of the place we live, hiking, swimming, camping, exploring.
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Au Pair Help
This host has let us know they’ll be complying with Irish regulations for au pair stays.here
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Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
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Help
Emma loves schedules, so work hours and tasks would be nicely arranged together. Here are a list of some projects that we will do together: -
Making raised beds
Planting bulbs
Building a herb garden
House help/ cleaning/ cooking etc.
Helping out with the children
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Polish: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We all speak Polish, Emma would like to improve hers. Pawel and the children are fluent. 2 members of the family speak a little Spanish and would like to learn more. Pawel speaks French. Those with limited English are welcome. -
Accommodation
Own bedroom room, double bed, desk and wardrobe.
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What else ...
Local Link and Bus Eireann, bus service to the village daily going to Kenmare, Co Kerry - Bantry, Co Cork - and the local town Castletownbere. Timetables provided.
We live close to Dzochzen Beara, a Buddhist meditation retreat. We are on the Wild Atlantic Way, a hikers paradise. 10 minute walk to the Ocean for swimming. Many Stone Circles and history to discover.
It really is a beautiful place to visit and you can plan a lot of enjoyment in your free time. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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My animals / pets
Luna
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Die rund zwei Wochen in eurer liebenswürdigen Familie bleiben für mich unvergessen. Ich fühlte mich von Anfang an sehr willkommen und konnte während meines ganzen Aufenthaltes immer mich selber sein.
Ich schätzte eure unkomplizierte, natürliche Art und die Flexibilität sehr und es gab immer für alles eine … read more
I went to Eyeries, to Pawel and Emma’s home 7 months ago, in may.
I have some difficulties to find my words to describe this experience. honestly, I enjoyed so much my time there.
Pawel and emma are such beautiful people, kind and patient with their workaway people. The second I arrived, I … read more
Marion helped with: Sailboat restoration; Household … read more
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Die rund zwei Wochen in eurer liebenswürdigen Familie bleiben für mich unvergessen. Ich fühlte mich von Anfang an sehr willkommen und konnte während meines ganzen Aufenthaltes immer mich selber sein.
Ich schätzte eure unkomplizierte, natürliche Art und die Flexibilität sehr und es gab immer für alles eine … read more
I went to Eyeries, to Pawel and Emma’s home 7 months ago, in may.
I have some difficulties to find my words to describe this experience. honestly, I enjoyed so much my time there.
Pawel and emma are such beautiful people, kind and patient with their workaway people. The second I arrived, I … read more
Marion helped with: Sailboat restoration; Household … read more
Pawel and Emma were both really friendly and kind, and it was fun to see their … read more
He was good with the children and had fun playing with them, big games of soccer, board games and even a Nerf war!
We wish you well on your journey Jules and thank you for the … read more
Lea seemed to really enjoy helping out with Pawel's Art sales at the local market. We think Lea very much enjoys business and will do very well in this … read more
I had a feeling that Eva would fit in just fine with us and she absolutely did. Eva was very helpful and obliging and did all that was asked of her and more. She is great with the kids and engaged them and had fun with them, set boundaries and we trusted her completely.
An easy going and relaxed person and I would say very humble.... when … read more
Staying in Eyeries with Emma and Pawel was my first Workaway experience and the best I could've asked for! when I arrived they welcomed me as if I were family and I knew right away I had hit the jackpot! Emma was very clear when she needed something done and I always knew what was asked of me! most of my tasks included being … read more
I spent two wonderful weeks in their company. We shared some great musical moments, and Pawel introduced me to beautiful landscapes as well as many places to visit. They live in a stunning region, where every day offers the discovery of a new incredible place.
As for the tasks, I mainly … read more
Wishing you good luck out there Lise and thanks for … read more
Paul got involved in the local community by taking part in a half marathon across the Beara Way hills. We were very proud of him for … read more
First of all, Emma, Pawel and the kids were very welcoming, they trusted, they cared, and loved us from the very first moment, so it was very easy for us to feel like family immediately. The tasks and … read more
He fit right in with the Workaway crew, friends, family and locals. He makes a seriously tasty … read more
Emma and Pawel(and the great 2 kids!) , Have been my more then a Workaway- they have been my Home in Ireland. From day one and to my very last day, they gave me the best feel and family vibes and was more then happy to do any task been given to me. … read more
I arrived to their home in a little bit chaotic time (moving, festival, end of school), so every day brought different challenges, works and … read more
They made me feel very welcome and highly appreciated my abilities as a sound engineer and carpenter. I never felt any pressure or had to fulfill a strict timetable (while of course things had to be finished before the festival started and the P.A. had to be set … read more
