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22 Apr 2025
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We are a small, pirate themed hospitality business in Florida. You will be around fun families and couples that are happy about traveling. You must always be positive and friendly.
St. Augustine is a lovely place with a Spanish fort, a harbor full of sparkling sailboats, pleasant weather, and busy nightlife. We provide you with a letter which will allow you to visit most of the attractions of the city for free. We sometimes go on field trips to a nearby Florida spring or hostel in the forest. There is a place nearby that teaches English courses. We provide bicycles you can use.
The hostelis a one of a kind place and always good memories! We have 18+ years of hosting happy travelers and many of them say this was their favorite place.
This is a Paid position. At this time, we can only accept Workaway members that can legally work within the USA.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can practice speaking other languages, perfect your pancake flipping skills, make pirate jokes, and have a good time. If you are interested in learning about hospitality or business I am happy to share info. There is an english school nearby, and many places to work part time within walking distance.
This is a Paid position. At this time, we can only accept Workaway members that can legally work within the USA.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
2-3 hours of housekeeping daily, sometimes less. We ask that staff are available between the hours of 9:30am-12pm, and then they are free to explore! The work involves making beds, cleaning toilets, vacuuming, washing dishes, laundry, etc.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Spanish, French, Italian, German
Accommodation
What we offer: a bed in a coed dorm. The bathroom is around the corner. All the pancakes you can eat for breakfast, coffee and tea. We also offer unlimited pasta and sauce. Occasionally we take trips to go rafting on the springs or other places. We provide a list of many attractions our Workawayers get to visit for free. We typically give you one day off per week. We provide bicycles or can help you get one.
What else ...
We are very tourist oriented and have lots of people from all over the world come stay with us. We provide you with a VIP letter which allows you to see almost all the city's attractions for free! The city is very walkable and there is a small transportation network.
if you've ever thought you wanted to start a hostel or bed and breakfast, this is the place to learn.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have strong, reliable internet, and desks you can use while working.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 882934248944
Feedback (28)
3 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host
Stayed here for a month and it was so fun, such a great place to experience Florida! The people were wonderfully caring and willing to make connections, as well as willing to go on little adventures around the area. The work is not hard and there is so much to explore around the city! Jenny and the other people I was there with created such an… read more
2 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ana Paula) for host
Truly the best work experience I could have asked for!
This was my first experience working abroad and traveling alone, since the day I was welcomed with open arms and felt like a second home in St Augustine.
Jenny is a charismatic, energetic and brilliant person who will always hold a dear place in my heart.
Dawn is a happy, hard-working,… read more
This was my first experience working abroad and traveling alone, since the day I was welcomed with open arms and felt like a second home in St Augustine.
Jenny is a charismatic, energetic and brilliant person who will always hold a dear place in my heart.
Dawn is a happy, hard-working,… read more
21 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeremiah)
Jeremiah has a fantastic personality, he's highly adaptable, super positive. He learned how to clean while at our place and became pretty great at it! I most appreciated his ability to spread kindness and calmness. He was also generous and left behind some great fitness equipment as he embarked on an overseas trip. I would host him again and… read more
(Excellent
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17 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Jeremiah) for host
I will definitely be coming back here! Dawn, Kathy, & Jenny made me feel right at home. Not only that but the work isn't too strenuous so you'll have plenty of time to walk around the town & see it's history. I highly recommend them for your next stay :)
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3 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host
Stayed here for a month and it was so fun, such a great place to experience Florida! The people were wonderfully caring and willing to make connections, as well as willing to go on little adventures around the area. The work is not hard and there is so much to explore around the city! Jenny and the other people I was there with created such an… read more
2 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ana Paula) for host
Truly the best work experience I could have asked for!
This was my first experience working abroad and traveling alone, since the day I was welcomed with open arms and felt like a second home in St Augustine.
Jenny is a charismatic, energetic and brilliant person who will always hold a dear place in my heart.
Dawn is a happy, hard-working,… read more
This was my first experience working abroad and traveling alone, since the day I was welcomed with open arms and felt like a second home in St Augustine.
Jenny is a charismatic, energetic and brilliant person who will always hold a dear place in my heart.
Dawn is a happy, hard-working,… read more
21 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeremiah)
Jeremiah has a fantastic personality, he's highly adaptable, super positive. He learned how to clean while at our place and became pretty great at it! I most appreciated his ability to spread kindness and calmness. He was also generous and left behind some great fitness equipment as he embarked on an overseas trip. I would host him again and… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Jeremiah) for host
I will definitely be coming back here! Dawn, Kathy, & Jenny made me feel right at home. Not only that but the work isn't too strenuous so you'll have plenty of time to walk around the town & see it's history. I highly recommend them for your next stay :)
6 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Elise) for host
We did a short workaway stay at this beautiful hostel in Florida during our road trip. Jenny was super accommodating because clearly she didn't really need us, but she found us some nice little tasks to do during our stay. We loved the experience, and it allowed us to visit the city of St. Augustine and enjoy lots of free activities. Thanks again,… read more
24 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tiger)
Tiger was great - she came in and did special projects for a week. We all enjoyed her personality and enthusiasm for life and work and fun. She's excellent at cleaning, maintenance, and always positive.
(Excellent)
21 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Tiger) for host
We had a short but amazing time at Jenny’s hostel. We felt really lucky to join her as she usually welcomed workawayer that are there for 1 to 3 month minimum. She was super kind and nice with us. I was there with my travel partner and she took us with her even though she didn’t have much task to give us. We appreciated it so much. Her hostel is… read more
16 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)
Christine served as an Innkeeper at our Inn for 6 months and was fantastic. She learned everything about us and mastered it. Soooo many skills! She helped with guests, check ins, answering the phone, cooked our pirate pancakes, helped with cleaning, helped with staff training, problem solving, and a building maintenance too. She lived up to every… read more
(Excellent)
21 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (José Miguel) for host
This is an special place to go as workaway, they fulfill everything that is written in their profile. In addition it is a very peaceful place with wonderful people who always are handy to help you. And of course I have to talk about the manager: Laura. She is a very funny and sweet person, she had a lot of patience with my english and always… read more
1 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (José Miguel)
Jose is a sweet, kind and wonderful human being. He is polite, responsible and dependable. You will be lucky to have him, we miss him dearly.
(Excellent)
1 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Yu En)
Yu En is a responsible, polite easy going person. She was always willing to help with any task, even went above and beyond the typical workaway by revamping our website! We very much enjoyed having her here in the Haus!
(Excellent)
20 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Elsie) for host
Working here was a truly privileged experience. There is a certain magic about the town of Saint Augustine itself—one that, even with over 21 months of travel, I have not found anywhere else in the world. However, the Haus too brings with it something truly special. Due primarily to the wonderful people working there, but also the small and… read more
1 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Soizic)
You will count yourself lucky to have Soizic on your team! She's always smiling, never grumpy and has a cute, Franch accent! She is very responsible, thoughtful, sweet and helpful. I was very sad to see her go!
(Excellent)
27 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Soizic) for host
It was an amazing experience to spend 3 weeks in beautiful St Augustine. I had the pleasure of working with two other workawayers, it was like a little home away form home, we hung out, cooked and ate together.
Laura, the manager, is a wonderful person who always looks after you. She made this work a real pleasure and give such a warm atmosphere… read more
Laura, the manager, is a wonderful person who always looks after you. She made this work a real pleasure and give such a warm atmosphere… read more
13 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Fred)
Fred is an absolute joy! We adore him. In fact, you can't have him because we are never letting him go.
Fred is a jack of all trades, a worldy man with loads of experience and knowledge. He is reliable, honest and always willing to go the extra mile. He is compatible with all kinds of people, friendly and helpful. He is tidy, punctual and detail… read more
Fred is a jack of all trades, a worldy man with loads of experience and knowledge. He is reliable, honest and always willing to go the extra mile. He is compatible with all kinds of people, friendly and helpful. He is tidy, punctual and detail… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (JUNICHI)
Jay worked with us for a little over a month this fall. He was an absolute pleasure to have! He worked hard, took initiative, was friendly and helpful. We were sad to see him leave! You would be very blessed to have him on your staff! Be well, Jay, we miss you!
(Excellent)
2 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (JUNICHI) for host
Very comfortable place. Reliable Captain Conrad and wonderful manager Laura. I had a huge hurricane called Irma when I was in there and they treated me with great hospitality. Works were very easy and fun. You would have a lot of free time. Absolutely they would treat you as a family member. I really appreciated. Thanks.
2 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Wilson) for host
I had really great time here. The Local is awesome, in the center of the City. Close to a lot of restaurants Bars, and night life. Every day you have anything to do. The beach is like 30 minutes by bike.
The Work required is very easy. Conrad was always kind and helpful. They have a manager who explain all the work and do it with you.
I recommend… read more
The Work required is very easy. Conrad was always kind and helpful. They have a manager who explain all the work and do it with you.
I recommend… read more
15 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Eleonora) for host
I had a great experience in St. Augustine. Conrad and Carch were so welcoming, kind and hospitable. The location is perfect, right in the center, not that far from the sea and beautiful historic St. Augustine. They provided me with a pass that allows free entry to all the attractions, historical places and I had lots of fun with my new friends… read more
21 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Bade) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was amazing thanks to Conrad and Carch. They were very welcoming and friendly. They helped me with all the questions I had. The work was easy and I had lots of free time. They provided me free ticket for all the attractions in the town and those were really fun!
I also met with awesome people during my… read more
I also met with awesome people during my… read more
25 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Karine1986) for host
I had a great experience in St. Augustine. Conrad and Carch were so welcoming, kind and hospitable. The location is perfect, right in the center of the fun and exciting historic St. Augustine. They provided me with a pass that allows free entry to all the attractions and I had fun that I could not have afforded if it wasn't for that generous… read more
24 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Karine1986)
Karine was a great addition to our staff in the short time that she was here. She had a lot of experience in the hospitality industry so it wasn't necessary to check her work. She's welcome back any time!
(Excellent)
7 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Julian) for host
Helping here was my first workaway experience and I can truly say that it has completely changed my mind about travelling. Conrad and the whole staff were very welcoming, open-minded, communicative and caring. Living and working in this hostel allowed me to meet awesome people, have interesting conversations and explore and get to know the city of… read more
18 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tae) for host
Captain Conrad and Mermaid Branwen were so Excellent!!
I can't forget all the funny times we had in St. Augustine, haha
Thank you so much for everything!!
I can't forget all the funny times we had in St. Augustine, haha
Thank you so much for everything!!
14 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Tae)
Tae was a great workawayer, she showed up with her American boyfriend Mike which was a bit unexpected but he joined our staff too. I heard she was going to do workaway in California and I would urge any host to take her on!
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Dawn)
Dawn was an awesome asset to have join our staff. She took to the work easily and applied herself to exceeding our standards. She was very friendly and talkative and elevated our lodging establishment with a proper Engrish accent. We hope she comes back!!!1
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Iuliia)
Wow! Julia has been truly awesome to have on staff here, especially over the holidays when we had Roman and Jordana both. They made an awesome team. She is very detail oriented and fun and was truly a joy to have working with us. You are welcome back any time!!
(Excellent)
11 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordana)
Wow! Jordana arrived with her friend Angela from Chile. And while Angela missed her family and returned to South America, Jordana seized the opportunity and by all measures had a great time here, so much that she extended her stay. She was great to have around the guests and other workawayers. she is a great cook and made the most awesome… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ma. Danielle Rose) for host
I did Workaway here for more than 3 months & I had the best time ever. I ended getting a place in St Augustine & hanging out with the new Workaways. Jenny & Conrad are awesome! Everybody's family here. My first experience was amazing. Thank you so much! St Augustine is beautiful. You won't regret visiting & working here!
26 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rena) for host
This was my second workaway experience and it was so great. Conrad, the owner, is a generous and interesting person, and his pancakes are awesome. Jenny, the manager, is a really cool and kind person, and I liked talking to her. The work is easy and I could have a bunch of free time. I enjoyed talking, cooking, and going out with other… read more
7 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rena)
Rena was super to have on our team! She is very outgoing and taught our guests at least one word of Japanese (In which state is Cincinnati?)! She is a quick study and a very good and responsible worker who was always up for an adventure. she is a natural at hospitality (she studies this). I'm sure she will have a great career in the… read more
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Gerald) for host
I had a great time here and enjoyed the 3 weeks in July there with my workaway mates Charlotte and Rena. The work was easy. We had some cooking sessions in the kitchen and liked to invite others from time to time to have dinner together. There were for instance our famous Mexican food feasts. Conrad invited us to have a tacos night with him he had… read more
7 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Gerald)
Gerald was a great guy to have around. He is widely traveled and very open minded. He taught our other younger workawayers to cook, he is very social and went out of his way to meet guests and learn about their countries. He always had a very positive attitude and smiled at everyone. His family used to run a B&B in Austria so he is very… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
This hotel was like my home. The ambiance was so familiar. Conrad is a very generous person. It was my first experience as a Workawayer and i loved it. I stayed in this hotel almost 2 months and the time spent very quickly. The work is very easy. The others Workawayers (Jenny, Britain and Danielle) were so awesome. Saint Augustine is a pretty city… read more
24 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was great! Conrad, the owner, is very friendly, relaxed and is really interesting to talk to. The hostel/B&B has a very familiar atmosphere and it feels like "home". The work is really fair and with nice coworkers and music also fun. Thank you so much for everything ( the yellow sheet and the motorcycle… read more
6 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was a great addition to our staff. She caught on quick and was very conscientious about doing a good job, we only wish she could stay longer! I have been wary in the past of taking on workawayers under 28 years old, but she has been an exception.
(Excellent)
27 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Shane) for host
This is a great place to stay and Workaway whilst also seeing a beautiful town,full of history,architecture,bars and cool people.Lots to see & do!
The work is very fair.Felt like a laid back environment,Conrad is a straight guy,generous,intelligent and well travelled..get to know his stories! A Lot of other sound people come through the door… read more
The work is very fair.Felt like a laid back environment,Conrad is a straight guy,generous,intelligent and well travelled..get to know his stories! A Lot of other sound people come through the door… read more
8 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Yola)
Yola was great! She did great work and was friendly with the guests and was eager to help. She also took some really good pictures!
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Arnaud) for host
This is a very welcoming place, where people feel quickly at home and befriend together, thanks to the original atmosphere, the human size, the nice staff and the warm common living-room and kitchen. I made good friends there. The work is about 2-3 hours a day, cleaning and tidying the rooms and common spaces. The rest of the day is free, so you… read more
16 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Arnaud)
Arnaud was a super choice to work at our inn because he is very friendly and outgoing. He made lots of friends during his stay here and got lots of invites to go stay with others, in fact that's the reason he left a week early!
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jenny)
Jenny was great to have around. Excellent worker, no drama! Too bad she couldn't stay longer!
(Excellent)
8 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jenny) for host
This workaway host is the BEST. Conrad is relaxed and flexible, the BnB is clean and well organized. I highly recommend this location and workaway experience. I rode my bike everywhere, parked my car in the nearby garage, visited tourist museums and beaches, and loved the city. Workawayers have their own staff fridge and lockers, a shared room, … read more
11 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ryota) for host
I had a good time in this hostel with awesome hosts and other workawayers.
They were really kind to me. I didn't feel like working there. I could also meet a lot of people from different countries. I really recommend you to work in this hostel! Sorry for the late feedback.
They were really kind to me. I didn't feel like working there. I could also meet a lot of people from different countries. I really recommend you to work in this hostel! Sorry for the late feedback.
27 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (emoasah)
Emo was great to have for too short a time! She has a buoyant bubbly personality and got along great with everyone. I wish she has been here longer (we're supposed to go to the springs tomorrow!)
(Excellent)
26 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (emoasah) for host
It was brilliant to spend 3 weeks in beautiful St Augustine. I had the pleasure of working with 3 other workaway Workawayers, it was like a little home away form home, we hung out, cooked and ate together.
Thanks Conrad for having me and thanks for the constant supply of custom made yummy pancakes for breakfast.
Thanks Conrad for having me and thanks for the constant supply of custom made yummy pancakes for breakfast.
30 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Marina) for host
Great hostel, great town. I'm happy I got to this place! Conrad and Chris are very good people, thanks for all, I feel home here. The hostel is quiet and fun. The work is good, easy and once you finish it you have all the day to do what u want. I'll miss this place a lot! I might come back! Haha
30 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Marina)
Marina is a great worker, very conscientious in her job. We were happy to have her and wish she could stay longer! She is welcome back anytime!
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Alina & Raimo)
Alina is a great person and a hard worker, Raimo is a bit prone to distraction. if you need a Vegan cook, Alina is your person!
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Alina & Raimo) for host
When I stayed at this haus for three months I met the nicest people ever. The owner as well as the manager were so friendly and funny. It was such a pleasure to work there and not at all hard. I was invited to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years eve at Conrad's house, which was a lot of fun and I could meet his beautiful wife. The… read more
14 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Rusty & Leah) for host
Conrad, Chris and Corey were excellent hosts! We had an awesome time in St. Augustine. We got to meet a lot of interesting travelers from all over, and with the very reasonable work load, it felt like we we're on vacation! It was fun to learn about our hosts very diverse backgrounds, from travels in Egypt to scuba diving with SHARKS. We will… read more
13 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Rusty & Leah)
Leah and Rusty were great to have around, and they were a big help here in St. Augustine. They were both willing to go above and beyond their normal duties, and always had a willingness to help out where ever. I would highly recommend them to future people and places! If you guys ever want to come back to northern FL, you will always have a place… read more
(Excellent)
