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Description
We have been living in Occitanie, in the foothills of the Pyrenees mountains, for 10 years now. With the help of family and volunteers, we've been working to transform the property, move towards a sustainable way of living, and to share this with guests.
With two-and-a-half hectares of woodland, meadow, orchards and vegetable garden, as well as chickens, guinea-pigs and cats, there is always plenty to do.
This year we are inviting volunteers in May, to help us with the garden and woodland, and with preparing for the summer season. We will need help with clearing parts of the grounds and woodland, and setting up wildlife habitats and "discovery-walks", as well as doing some outdoor painting and decorating. There are also more advanced projects, such as constructing a drip-irrigation system, for those with interest and experience.
If you’re happy to help us, then we can offer a warm welcome, comfortable accommodation and vegetarian food in beautiful surroundings in exchange for 5 hours' help a day (two days a week free). We are looking for people who are happy to help in more than one area - and on some days we will need everyone to pitch in with important tasks. For some tasks we will work alongside you, but for others you will need to be self-directed.
We have space for two helpers, and invite people to stay for between two and four weeks. I'm sorry, but for practical reasons we cannot invite helpers who are travelling with children or pets.
If you would like to join us, please let us know why you would like to stay with us, and what relevant experience/skills/enthusiasm you can bring to share. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note we are an English-speaking household, so if you're looking for an immersive French-language experience, this isn't it!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Our lovely village has a brasserie and cafés, and a small shop, a castle and a swimming lake. It is in the High Valley of the Aude, surrounded by Cathar Castles, organic vineyards, beautiful walks, rivers and lakes with kayaking and water-sports. We are about 45km from Carcassonne airport and the TGV line to Paris/Lille, or 60km from Perpignan for trains to Spain; both have good (€1 per journey) transport connections to Quillan - our nearest town. If you are looking for nightlife and shopping though, this is not the place to stay!
Help
We welcome people who are happy to do a variety of tasks, including gardening, weeding, helping to clear and look after the grounds, feeding the animals, and practical projects such as basic d.i.y. and decorating. There are also more advanced projects available to those who have relevant experience.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Swedish: Intermediate
Accommodation
We offer "off-grid" accommodation, in a large frame tent or wooden chalet with solar electricity, with separate WC and electric shower, and cooking facilities in the poolhouse kitchen - or shared meals. We are also happy to welcome volunteers travelling in their own van, as we have plenty of safe, quiet parking space, and outside shower and cooking facilities.
What else ...
Puivert is a pretty village in the Haute Vallée de l'Aude. It has a swimming lake with a sandy beach and a museum of music and local history. The village itself is just a five minute walk away, and has a small shop, a café, a brewery and two restaurants. It is in the foothills of the Pyrenees, surrounded by Cathar Castles, organic vinyards, beautiful walks, caves, rivers and lakes.
We are about an hour from Carcassonne airport and the TGV line to Paris/Lille or an hour and a half from Perpignan where you can get trains to Spain; both have good (€1 per journey) transport connections to Quillan, where we can drop you off or pick you up. Toulouse is about an hour and a half away by car, or you can take a direct train from Carcassonne.
If you are travelling with a car we have parking on site, but if not there are plenty of great places to get to on foot. There are lots of activities to do in the area – hiking, rock climbing, cycling, rafting, lake-swimming, etc. There are some magnificent walks in the area, with viewpoints that are absolutely breathtaking. There are multiple local markets each week, which we regularly go to and are happy to take you along. The village brewery and café are great places to socialise in the evenings. The Cathar Castle in Puivert was a centre for music and jousting in the Middle Ages, was featured in "The Ninth Gate", and is open all year round. The village also has a gliding club that offers experience flights over the beautiful surrounding area.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have high-speed broadband in the house and camping area.
Space for parking camper vans
We have plenty of off-road parking, and there are also camping facilities (wc, shower and kitchen) available.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours 5 days a week; 2 days a week free
Host ref number: 886527591977
Feedback (59)
21 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Abby)
We couldn’t have wished for a nicer or more helpful volunteer than Abby. Not only is she a really interesting person and excellent company, but she is also hard-working, creative and resourceful. While she was with us, Abby and our other volunteer did a huge range of work, including constructing an outdoor gym, planting vegetables, clearing paths… read more
(Excellent
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10 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Abby) for host
I stayed with Ruth and Peter for a month, and had a great time. During my time my fellow workawayer Juliano and I prepped things for the upcoming season and cleaned up after winter. We did a variety of tasks including: refinishing the wooden cabin, powerwashing the pool deck, making an outdoor gym, and planting seeds in the polytunnel. The days… read more
2 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Juliano) for host
This was my first Workaway experience. My expectation where high, and I was most definitely anxious. I tried my best to control myself so I wouldn't be hopping for too much and to get frustrated with the reality of this new way of traveling, but my expectations could not have been more corresponded! My one month stay with Ruth and her family was… read more
30 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliano)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Juliano. He stayed with us for a month, and we were sorry to say goodbye to him. Juliano is an interesting and thoughtful person, who got on well with everyone. He worked hard and conscientiously, taking a professional approach and learning quickly. While he was with us, Juliano and our other volunteer did a… read more
(Excellent
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5 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Paula & Paula)
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting and hosting Paula and Paula. They're delightful people - friendly, appreciative, creative, and hard-working. They are full of great ideas and enthusiasm, and also took on everything they were asked to do with energy and good humour - even working outside in the rain, clearing mounds of brambles, or wading ankle deep… read more
(Excellent
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2 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Paula & Paula) for host
This was our first workaway experience and we couldn’t have enjoyed it more! We stayed at Ruth and Peter’s place for two weeks but it went by way too quickly.
Our main project was helping them make a wildlife pond, which was a lot of fun, but we also worked on other things such as clearing brambles, taking care of the polytunnel, planting seeds,… read more
Our main project was helping them make a wildlife pond, which was a lot of fun, but we also worked on other things such as clearing brambles, taking care of the polytunnel, planting seeds,… read more
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21 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Abby)
We couldn’t have wished for a nicer or more helpful volunteer than Abby. Not only is she a really interesting person and excellent company, but she is also hard-working, creative and resourceful. While she was with us, Abby and our other volunteer did a huge range of work, including constructing an outdoor gym, planting vegetables, clearing paths… read more
(Excellent
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10 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Abby) for host
I stayed with Ruth and Peter for a month, and had a great time. During my time my fellow workawayer Juliano and I prepped things for the upcoming season and cleaned up after winter. We did a variety of tasks including: refinishing the wooden cabin, powerwashing the pool deck, making an outdoor gym, and planting seeds in the polytunnel. The days… read more
2 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Juliano) for host
This was my first Workaway experience. My expectation where high, and I was most definitely anxious. I tried my best to control myself so I wouldn't be hopping for too much and to get frustrated with the reality of this new way of traveling, but my expectations could not have been more corresponded! My one month stay with Ruth and her family was… read more
30 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliano)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Juliano. He stayed with us for a month, and we were sorry to say goodbye to him. Juliano is an interesting and thoughtful person, who got on well with everyone. He worked hard and conscientiously, taking a professional approach and learning quickly. While he was with us, Juliano and our other volunteer did a… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Paula & Paula)
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting and hosting Paula and Paula. They're delightful people - friendly, appreciative, creative, and hard-working. They are full of great ideas and enthusiasm, and also took on everything they were asked to do with energy and good humour - even working outside in the rain, clearing mounds of brambles, or wading ankle deep… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Paula & Paula) for host
This was our first workaway experience and we couldn’t have enjoyed it more! We stayed at Ruth and Peter’s place for two weeks but it went by way too quickly.
Our main project was helping them make a wildlife pond, which was a lot of fun, but we also worked on other things such as clearing brambles, taking care of the polytunnel, planting seeds,… read more
Our main project was helping them make a wildlife pond, which was a lot of fun, but we also worked on other things such as clearing brambles, taking care of the polytunnel, planting seeds,… read more
23 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Josine) for host
It was my first workaway experience here with Ruth and Peter and it was a great experience! They are very welcoming and helpful. I got the opportunity to work on multiple projects and it was always a pleasure to work outside on their beautiful land and in their garden. Ruth is very clear in explaining the projects, which was great. I really… read more
1 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Josine)
Josine is a delightful volunteer, and we very much enjoyed meeting and hosting her. She is hard-working, friendly and sensible, and very conscientious. She worked both on creative projects, and on helping to manage the garden, grounds and woodland while she stayed with us for two weeks in June. Josine got on well with everyone, but was also quite… read more
(Excellent
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4 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Eden) for host
Staying with Ruth and Peter was such a great experience! They were so nice, so giving, the work was varied and cool, the accommodation is great and you are always taken into account. They always offered us to come with them to events and parties, they gave us rides to the local attractions and always had a great conversation at lunch.
I enjoyed… read more
I enjoyed… read more
1 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Eden)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Eden. She is thoughtful, quiet, hard-working and conscientious. She quickly grasped what needed doing, and completed everything quickly, efficiently, and to a very high standard. While she was with us, Eden helped with gardening, managing the grounds, planting and weeding, clearing paths, painting signs, and… read more
(Excellent
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5 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Abigail)
We very much enjoyed meeting and hosting Abi. She is capable, knowledgeable and creative, and made a real difference in the time she was with us. Abi got on well with everyone, and was always accommodating and helpful. She looked after the plants and the pollytunnel, set up a "discovery walk", painted signs, planted vegetables, and transformed the… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Abigail) for host
My first workaway experience was here with Ruth and Peter, where they really set the standard as excellent hosts. It was such a delight getting to know them, getting to know my fellow workawayer Emma, and working with them all.
We were given the opportunity and freedom to decide what projects we wanted to create and work on, which for us was a… read more
We were given the opportunity and freedom to decide what projects we wanted to create and work on, which for us was a… read more
4 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Emma. She is a hard-working, thoughtful and responsible person, who made the most of her time with us and got on well with everyone. While she was with us, Emma worked on gardening and art projects, planting herbs and flowers, looking after the vegetable plot, and creating a "discovery walk" through the woods,… read more
(Excellent
)
21 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I stayed here for about three weeks, and I had such an incredible time! The property is absolutely beautiful, and Ruth and Peter made an effort to help the other volunteer and I explore the surrounding area and go to things like fairs and markets in nearby villages. I really appreciated the clarity of expectations for work, and enjoyed having… read more
13 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)
We enjoyed hosting Matthew, and would certainly recommend him as a volunteer. Matt is a very practical guy, who is experienced in gardening and d.i.y., and was happy to turn his hand to anything we asked of him. He also got on well with the other volunteers and local people. Matthew is particularly interested in eco-building, and while he was with… read more
(Excellent
)
5 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I was lucky enough to stay here for a month and the time went by faster than I knew was possible. I met some great people and together rebuilt a children's den/fort, made repairs and alterations to the poly tunnel and erected a metal garden fence. Thank you Ruth and Peter for your kindness, hospitality and the many good memories!
13 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Giovanni)
Giovanni is one of the best WorkAwayers we've been lucky enough to host. He is hard-working, conscientious, self-motivated, and willing to take on any task we asked of him and do it well. He is also charming and friendly, getting on well with the other volunteers as well as local people. He picked up skills quickly, and worked on a range of tasks… read more
(Excellent
)
8 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Giovanni) for host
I was in Horizonts Verts for just over 20 days in April during my semester break, but I wished I could stay longer! Ruth and Peter are really lovely and caring people, easy to work and organise anything with. I and the other volounteers always had everything we needed for working, eating, resting and even free time activities, as they also often… read more
13 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
My stay with Ruth and Peter was great! From the start I felt welcomed and even before arriving Ruth was really helpful in advising me on how to get there. The work was enjoyable, mostly working outside in the garden but if the weather was very bad we were given the option of doing something inside instead. We worked 4 hours a day, plus some light… read more
5 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna stayed with us for three weeks, and it was a pleasure to meet and host her. She is a thoughtful and kind person, who got on well with the other volunteers and with our animals. Anna worked mainly in the garden, planting herbs and vegetables, preparing a herb bed, clearing brambles, and helping to build a "dead hedge". She also helped in the… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Fergus)
Fergus is an enthusiastic and friendly young man who got on well with everyone. He did some great work in our very neglected garden - building a raised vegetable bed, planting seedlings, building a "dead hedge", helping with the chickens, and clearing overgrown bushes. He has plenty of practical experience, so made some great suggestions and is… read more
(Excellent
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5 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Caroline is a lovely person and an excellent volunteer - we very much enjoyed hosting her. She is thoughtful, kind, and hard-working. Also very organised and efficient. Caroline got on well with the other volunteers, and made the most of her stay with us. While she was here, she prepared a herb garden and planted seedlings, helped to build a "dead… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
I stayed with Ruth and Peter for 3 weeks in March as my first workaway experience and it was such a good experience! They are both very kind and generous people who wants to help you with everything they can! The communication was really good from the beginning and they are good at telling what they want - but at the same time they are still… read more
31 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Patrick & Natasha) for host
This was our first Workaway experience, although we began our summer with the intention of doing a few different Workaways in France. However, our experience with Ruth and Peter and the family caused us to stay for the whole summer! From the start, the communication was great which drew us in, all tasks detailed on the profile were as described,… read more
9 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrick & Natasha)
This is a very overdue review for two completely awesome volunteers. Patrick and Natasha arrived in May to volunteer for a couple of weeks, and ended up staying for about two months. They are the nicest people you could wish to meet, as well as being hard-working, conscientious and professional. While they were here they made a huge difference to… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Meadow)
I would absolutely recommend Meadow as a volunteer. She is hard-working, practical, self-motivated, and good-humoured. She is bilingual in French and English, and very independent and competent. She got on well with everyone, and made the most of her short stay with us.
While she was here Meadow helped with all kinds of things including looking… read more
While she was here Meadow helped with all kinds of things including looking… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Meadow) for host
This was my first workaway and I couldn't have asked for a better experience.
I wasn't too sure at first but Ruth and Peter truly are very nice people and really care about your well being and making you feel comfortable.
They made me feel at home and it was always nice to eat at the table with them and with the rest of the family if they were… read more
I wasn't too sure at first but Ruth and Peter truly are very nice people and really care about your well being and making you feel comfortable.
They made me feel at home and it was always nice to eat at the table with them and with the rest of the family if they were… read more
26 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Tom)
Alice and Tom are a very nice young couple, and we really appreciated their help. Alice is particularly good with animals, she took charge of feeding ours, and they're definitely missing her! She is very artistic, and a kind and thoughtful person. She also turned her hand to helping with d.i.y., pitching 5-metre bell tents, cleaning and gardening.… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Tom) for host
Ruth was a kind and thoughtful host. We had a fantastic time living in the log cabin in the grounds of her beautiful home. The surrounding nature was so beautiful and we miss it alot! The work she gave us was clear and manageable. She was considerate enough to make sure we didn't struggle and would alter hours if the weather was too hot. She has… read more
8 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Brian) for host
We stayed with Ruth for one month this summer as our first workaway experience and it was fabulous. We had another workawayer there for part of our stay and she was lovely company. Ruth was very accommodating and organized in our daily tasks and for our days off. She always invited us to local events and markets that she was going to and would… read more
14 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Brian)
Jessica and Brian volunteered here for over a month in high summer, and I couldn't have managed without them. With good humour and a professional approach, they tackled cleaning, gardening, looking after guests and caring for the animals, during our busiest period of the year. They are friendly, hard-working and conscientious, and got on well with… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I stayed with Ruth for just over 3 weeks and had a lovely time. Puivert is a beautiful, small village with a nice brasserie/real ale pub and a nice lake with a cafe bar beside it. Ruth is very kind and takes good care of her guests I would definitely recommend a visit here. Thanks Ruth! :)
29 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Michele )
Michelle joined us at the start of the season, and I can't imagine how we would have managed to get under-way without her. She was an absolute star, organising, cleaning, sorting things for summer, getting the pool-house usable again after a long wet winter, helping with whatever needed doing, all with good humour and to a high standard. She also… read more
(Excellent
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1 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Michele ) for host
I thoroughly enjoyed a very interesting stay with Ruth in June where she introduced me to her lovely family and friends. Ruth took the time, on our days off, to take us on a superb day hike, and to the market in Espéraza, And we also had the marvellous opportunity of gliding one Sunday, what a treat. A visit to the beautiful lake at Montbel and… read more
29 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Leli12) for host
I stayed with Ruth for two weeks and had a brilliant time. Ruth is very kind and let me arrive a couple of days early at very short notice due to a mix up with train tickets, much appreciated! She really invites you into her home, including you in meals and trips to see live music, firework displays and vintage markets. For a small town there's… read more
21 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Leli12)
Leslie is a complete star, and an absolute pleasure to host. She is kind, thoughtful, and easy-going, but at the same time takes a very professional and conscientious approach to her work. She did everything that was asked of her with good humour and to a high standard, whether it was sewing, gardening, cleaning, helping with the animals, helping… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia Olivia)
We very much enjoyed hosting Liv. She is a lovely person, and very conscientious, thoughtful and hard-working. Although this was her first WorkAway experience, she was keen to learn, and picked up new skills very quickly. Liv helped with gardening, looking after the animals, cleaning and setting up guest rooms, and making meals. She got on well… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Julia Olivia) for host
The stay was my first workaway experience and it was amazing!
Ruth is a very kind and welcoming host, who does her best to make your time at her place as comfortable as possible. Due to her detailed and helpful messages I had a good feeling even before I arrived and knew what to expect of the work and life here. As the tasks varied from day to… read more
Ruth is a very kind and welcoming host, who does her best to make your time at her place as comfortable as possible. Due to her detailed and helpful messages I had a good feeling even before I arrived and knew what to expect of the work and life here. As the tasks varied from day to… read more
17 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (AdrienneW)
I would highly recommend Adrienne as a volunteer. She is hard-working, kind and sociable, with a great sense of humour. She gets on well with everyone, and was great with the animals. During the weeks she stayed with us, Adrienne turned her hand to all kinds of tasks, from planting seeds, feeding chickens and setting up the polytunnel for spring,… read more
(Excellent
)
2 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (AdrienneW) for host
Ruth is a wonderful and welcoming host. It was lovely to be included in her family’s gatherings, parties, and evenings down at the brasserie. I enjoyed helping on the property, and made great friends with other volunteers, Ruth’s nearby family, and people in town.
My responsibilities were clear, we did some sanding/painting/redecorating,… read more
My responsibilities were clear, we did some sanding/painting/redecorating,… read more
12 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jacqui) for host
Ruth is an extremely kind and accommodating host! She made my stay in the area even better than expected with regular trips to markets and town events. She goes out of her way to make everyone feel included and and comfortable; it’s so easy to feel like you’re a regular part of the community here. The work for the Spring was simple and varied, and… read more
12 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacqui)
What an amazing volunteer! Jacqui definitely deserves more than 5 stars, if that were possible. She stayed with us for about 10 days, and in that time helped with re-decorating the lounge, constructing sofas, shifting breeze-blocks, cleaning and tidying, and looking after the animals. She also organised my chaotic kitchen and kept it spotless, got… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Leah) for host
I so loved my time spend here. Ruth is an extremely accommodating person, very fair with expectations for work, and always made sure the other workawaywers and I were comfortable. She went out of her way to show us the beautiful area and helped us make the most of our stay. I met so many wonderful people, learned a lot and had so much fun. I can't… read more
12 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Leah)
Leah is a lovely person, good-natured, friendly and thoughtful, with a great sense of humour. We thoroughly enjoyed hosting her, and really appreciated her help with decorating, cleaning, gardening, and looking after the animals. She took on every task that she was asked to do, with good humour and a professional approach. She got on well with… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Emily & Adam) for host
This was our third Workaway experience.
We had the most amazing time whilst staying at Ruth's beautiful house! We were instantly made to feel at home and fell in love with the area. We were asked to help Ruth with all kinds of outdoor tasks such as gardening work, maintaining the pool area, feeding the animals, cleaning and rearranging the herb… read more
We had the most amazing time whilst staying at Ruth's beautiful house! We were instantly made to feel at home and fell in love with the area. We were asked to help Ruth with all kinds of outdoor tasks such as gardening work, maintaining the pool area, feeding the animals, cleaning and rearranging the herb… read more
25 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily & Adam)
Emily and Adam definitely deserve more than 5 stars! They achieved an amazing amount in the 3 weeks that they stayed here, as well as being thoroughly nice people. They are experienced professionals, who take a very pro-active and responsible approach to work. Whatever the task, they completed it quickly, thoroughly, and to a high standard. During… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Manal)
Manal is a lovely person, thoughtful and kind. Her main interest is in organic gardening and permaculture; she did a great job of sorting out the vegetable garden and planting seeds. However, as it was high season here, she also helped a lot with room change-overs for paying guests - doing everything to a high standard and with good humour. In… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Manal) for host
Absolutely loved my time volunteering with Ruth !!
Thank you Ruth for being such a fair, open-minded and lovely host and thank you for all the visits and the events that made my stay in Puivert and the Aude even more special ! I enjoyed every moment and was very happy to learn the different skills around the B&B/eco-glamping, taking care of the… read more
Thank you Ruth for being such a fair, open-minded and lovely host and thank you for all the visits and the events that made my stay in Puivert and the Aude even more special ! I enjoyed every moment and was very happy to learn the different skills around the B&B/eco-glamping, taking care of the… read more
15 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Charley & Josh) for host
There are a million things we could say to describe how great our stay with Ruth was, but we'll just say this. If you are a nature and animal lover, but don't want to completely cut yourself off from home comforts then this is the workaway for you! The views and grounds are stunning, the food is delicious and the company is even better. Ruth is a… read more
30 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Charley & Josh)
If you have an opportunity to host Charley and Josh, go for it! They have stayed here for 7 weeks, and have been invaluable team members as well as good company. They will be much missed.
Josh and Charley have helped through the busiest period of the summer, with a heavy schedule of guest accommodation turnarounds, as well as looking after the… read more
Josh and Charley have helped through the busiest period of the summer, with a heavy schedule of guest accommodation turnarounds, as well as looking after the… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lea & Arne) for host
Dear Ruth,
It took me a while to choose the right words to explain What the time volunteering meant for me. I had a great time preparing the glamping, taking care of the animals, driving the tractor and everything else! Thank you for the picnics at lake montbel, the Laughs,great Talks, cuddle time with merlin and good beer as Well as the falafel… read more
It took me a while to choose the right words to explain What the time volunteering meant for me. I had a great time preparing the glamping, taking care of the animals, driving the tractor and everything else! Thank you for the picnics at lake montbel, the Laughs,great Talks, cuddle time with merlin and good beer as Well as the falafel… read more
30 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea & Arne)
Lea is a complete star. An all-round lovely person - kind, hard-working, thoughtful and good-humoured. She stayed for a month, and during that time she did pretty much everything including looking after chickens and sheep, gardening, cleaning the swimming pool, painting signs, cleaning, preparing guest rooms, driving the lawn tractor... all… read more
(Excellent
)
31 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Julian & Anna) for host
We spent two weeks here and the time passed very fast.
Work was varied and never too hard, we enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning and then helping with a bunch of different outdoor and indoor tasks (lawn-mowing, bramble cutting, painting inside and outside, planting in the poly tunnel, cleaning the b&b room and the house...) - it never got… read more
Work was varied and never too hard, we enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning and then helping with a bunch of different outdoor and indoor tasks (lawn-mowing, bramble cutting, painting inside and outside, planting in the poly tunnel, cleaning the b&b room and the house...) - it never got… read more
9 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (vilagnyito) for host
We stayed nearly 2 weeks here in April. Ruth was always really kind and friendly. Unfortunately, she had to leave for some days. During this time, we was working with her daughter.
The weather was very cold, so if you go there in April, do not get rid of your winter clothes. Unfortunately we did it! :)
The work was fair, usually gardening,… read more
The weather was very cold, so if you go there in April, do not get rid of your winter clothes. Unfortunately we did it! :)
The work was fair, usually gardening,… read more
29 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (vilagnyito)
Fruzsi and Miki stayed for nearly two weeks, and we really appreciated their help with a wide range of tasks, from painting and varnishing to animal feeding, gardening and spring cleaning. They are quiet, friendly, respectful and hard-working. They are also very good cooks, and Miki plays lovely music on his guitar. They got on well with the other… read more
(Excellent
)
4 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Émile)
Émile is a great guy - sociable and hard-working. He only stayed with us for a short time, but he settled in quickly and worked really well at everything we asked him to do. He helped us with getting our accommodation and grounds ready for spring. He got on very well with the other volunteers, as well as the local people. He speaks Spanish, as… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
Simon is a pleasant and polite young man, and in other circumstances might prove to be a good WorkAwayer. Unfortunately though, in his application he greatly over-estimated his ability to understand English, and his experience in practical work. Consequently this stay did not work out well, as he was unable to understand most of the tasks we asked… read more
(Neutral
)
29 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Julie)
Julie is one of the nicest volunteers we've had, and even after a month everyone was very sorry to say goodbye. She is polite, friendly and respectful, and takes a very professional and conscientious approach to work. Whatever task she undertook, she did it with good humour and to a high standard. She helped us to get ready for the start of the… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Julie) for host
From my very first day at Ruth's I immediately felt so welcomed and at home. This was my first ideal workaway, as Ruth graciously welcomed me on short notice as I was coming from a not so great workaway experience. She was flexible and so helpful in providing info on actually getting to Puivert. I am forever grateful to her for welcoming me, as my… read more
29 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lilith & Joshua)
Lilly and Josh are the nicest couple you could wish to meet. We really enjoyed hosting and getting to know them. They approached every task with good humour and professionalism, whether it was painting walls, spring-cleaning guest rooms, looking after the animals, building shelves, or doing the gardening. They are also excellent and enthusiastic… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lilith & Joshua) for host
Staying with Ruth was our first workaway experience and it exceeded our expectations. We felt very welcomed and comfortable from the very beginning and Ruth is incredibly helpful with how to get around, what to do in the area and was also very good company.
The work was fair and well explained, there was no ambiguity as to if we were on the clock… read more
The work was fair and well explained, there was no ambiguity as to if we were on the clock… read more
28 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Theodora)
Theo is an excellent volunteer - if you get a chance to host her then say yes! She stayed with us for 3 weeks and worked hard, efficiently, and with good humour. She painted walls, cleared brambles, looked after the animals, spring-cleaned, cooked, planted seedlings... She also happily joined in all the social activities in her time off and made… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Theodora) for host
The Project here has been my first workaway project and I loved it! Ruth is a very caring Person and makes absolutley sure you feel comfortable. She gave me some advice how to get to puivert the best which made me feel already very welcomed. I came in Spring so there was lots of work to get done till the beginning of the season (until the first… read more
25 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Georgia & Francis)
Georgia and Francis are absolute stars! Such nice people, and very hard-working. They got on well with everyone, and took on everything they were asked to do with good humour and a professional approach. While they were with us they cleared and painted a room, planted seedlings, renovated the entrance gates, cleared an area of land, picked apples… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Georgia & Francis) for host
We spent 2 weeks here and had such a great time! Ruth's home was extremely comfortable. We ate very well and she was a very friendly and welcoming host. Ruth was very generous in giving up her free time to show us around her area taking us to markets, local village events and in helping us to organise a trip down to the beautiful coastal town of… read more
25 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)
(No show)
7 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Emiliano)
Emiliano stayed with us for a month in May/June, during this time he helped us with a huge range of tasks. These included building a poolside shower with foundations and mains water, renovating the poolhouse, painting, gardening, and many heavy duty tasks such as trench digging and moving very large logs by hand. He is diligent and skilled in what… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Emiliano) for host
Almost one month ago I arrived here and I leave this morning with a wonderful experience. Was really sad leave.
Ruth, David and Amy are a mix between perfect host, great friends, kind persons, clever, smart, easy going people and I can't say nothing but good things about them.
They tried to help us to know the area and we were always welcome to… read more
Ruth, David and Amy are a mix between perfect host, great friends, kind persons, clever, smart, easy going people and I can't say nothing but good things about them.
They tried to help us to know the area and we were always welcome to… read more
7 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Barbora)
Barbora stayed with us for 2 weeks in June. She is really nice and extremely helpful, always willing to lend a hand. She helped us with loads of different gardening tasks (some of them quite heavy duty!) as well as cleaning, cooking, general maintenance and preparing guest accommodation. Barbora is great company and lovely to have around the… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Barbora) for host
Ive spent almost two weeks with Ruth, David and Amy. They are a very nice family always happy to help you with your questions about anything. I enjoyed volunteering here very much we took care about their garden and the bed and breakfast. The place is rich on historical places, beautiful architecture, and most of all the nature. Thank you once… read more
27 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Roger)
Fabian stayed with us for a few weeks in May, helping mainly with building work. He is very experienced in building and construction, and helped us out hugely with tiling and renovating our pool house. He isn't afraid of hard work or heavy lifting, and was happy to work self directed when needs be.
His English is very good and he's starting to… read more
His English is very good and he's starting to… read more
(Excellent
)
16 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Krzysztof) for host
You fed me well - main condition fulfilled :D
Seriously, I had a good time at yours, because you are very bright and genuinely kind people. You regularly impressed me with your stories and you still do! Besides, can there be a better proof for how well it worked with us, than the fact that we are still in touch?
Well... your village is surely… read more
Seriously, I had a good time at yours, because you are very bright and genuinely kind people. You regularly impressed me with your stories and you still do! Besides, can there be a better proof for how well it worked with us, than the fact that we are still in touch?
Well... your village is surely… read more
21 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Krzysztof)
Sowa spent 1 month with us in March. He helped us with relaying and concreting a stone patio, plastering walls and a ceiling, laying laminate flooring, and extensive finishing and decorating. He is a very diligent and hard worker and completed everything to a very high standard.
Sowa got on very well with the family and other volunteers, and… read more
Sowa got on very well with the family and other volunteers, and… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Annie)
Annie and Tom are hardworking and enthusiastic, keen to learn and improve their skills, and always ready to help with whatever is needed. While they were with us they looked after the animals, worked in the garden, took turns with cooking, and Tom helped with insulating and plastering our "cabane" while Annie was very patient in persevering with… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host
Its a tad late we know but we couldn't possibly not leave a review for Ruth, Dave and Amy.
We had an amazing time here and it is somewhere we would definitely recommend. First off the food was amazing! We have both learned some new skills in the kitchen from Ruth, Dave and Amy (not as bad a lead cook as she seems to think!). The work schedule… read more
We had an amazing time here and it is somewhere we would definitely recommend. First off the food was amazing! We have both learned some new skills in the kitchen from Ruth, Dave and Amy (not as bad a lead cook as she seems to think!). The work schedule… read more
17 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Katsuhiko)
We have very much enjoyed having Charlie to stay with us. He is quiet, thoughtful, polite, and very hard-working and conscientious. He has done everything we asked of him, all very thoroughly and to a good standard. This has included a great variety of tasks including painting, gardening, looking after animals, cleaning rooms for paying guests,… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (MARK) for host
My 3, (and a bit) weeks here was great. The work was varied and fun and the setting is beautiful and fantastic for exploring, walking or chilling. Ruth, David and Amy are thoughtful and considerate hosts and made sure to show me the surrounding areas and natural beauty around Puivert. I definately plan to return here for a summer visit as the… read more
3 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Macarena) for host
My experience here was great ! Everyone in the house was very nice and they took very good care of me; they made sure I was warm enough and well fed !
The work wasn't too hard, I got to do some gardening, painting, cleanning and take care of the animals, it was fun to do things I had never done before.
Amy and Dave were super nice when I told them… read more
The work wasn't too hard, I got to do some gardening, painting, cleanning and take care of the animals, it was fun to do things I had never done before.
Amy and Dave were super nice when I told them… read more
28 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Macarena)
Macarena stayed with us for 3 weeks in March. She was extremely helpful and very hardworking, and willing to do anything we asked her to. She was always happy to lend a hand with household tasks outside of work hours, and we very much enjoyed her company. She helped us with gardening, decorating, cooking, and general grounds maintenance. She is… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Adam & Nikki) for host
Ruth was the perfect host! She made us feel so at home we really didn't want to leave! She was very generous and considerate and happy to show us the area, taking us out to a traditional French County Fair to sample local honey, cheese and wine. She taught us a lot about the local Cathar history and even took us up to see Monsegur Castle which was… read more
29 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam & Nikki)
If you have an opportunity to host Nikki and Adam, I strongly advise you to accept! They are delightful people, great company, hard-workers, and extremely competent at everything they do. They only stayed with us for a week, and we would have loved to host them for longer, but in that time they designed and built an excellent (portable!)… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Georgia)
We really enjoyed meeting and hosting Georgia. She is hard-working, thoughtful and considerate, and gets on well with everyone. While she was with us she did an amazing job with preparing the polytunnel beds for winter planting, and sorting out the compost. She also helped to look after the sheep and chickens, made chutneys and preserves for… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel & Annika)
Daniel and Anni are lovely people, and it was a pleasure to host them. They are friendly, helpful and hard-working. They were only here for a week, and we'd have been delighted to host them for longer, but they achieved a huge amount in that time and all to a high standard. They took everything in their stride, even an unexpected newborn lamb (and… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan & Salvatore)
Megan and Salvatore are a very pleasant, hard-working and friendly couple. We very much enjoyed hosting them, and really appreciated all their hard work. They helped in the vegetable garden, clearing the grounds, changing over and cleaning rooms for guests, cooking meals, and did a great job cleaning out our two ponds - which they volunteered to… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucía & Leonardo Alfonso)
Lucia and Leo are a lovely couple, and we thoroughly enjoyed hosting them. They are very hardworking and helpful - and quite happy to turn their hands to anything. They do a thorough, professional job, whether painting, gardening, cleaning, or looking after the animals, and always with good humour. Leo cooked us some amazing meals! They got on… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jon & Jana)
Jon and Janna are a very pleasant, friendly couple, and we enjoyed having them to stay with us. They are conscientious and work hard, to a good standard. They were very helpful with cleaning rooms for the guests at our chambre d'hote, making up beds and doing the laundry, as well as helping to look after the garden. They are creative and… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jon & Jana) for host
Ruth is a WONDERFUL host! She's extremely thoughtful and considerate and really wants you to enjoy your time there. She's funny, generous and makes you feel at home. Because of this, you really want to do good work for her and are happy to help in any way possible.
She is clear with her expectations and the work is very fair and enjoyable. The… read more
She is clear with her expectations and the work is very fair and enjoyable. The… read more
6 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark & E)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(No show)
12 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Madeleine)
I would certainly recommend Maddy as a volunteer. We very much enjoyed having her to stay with us. She is quiet, but gets on well with others. She worked hard, to a high standard, and helped with gardening, looking after the animals, cooking (delicious meals), and preparing the new vegetable beds for spring. She also did a great job of cleaning… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Febe) for host
My time with Ruth and Peter last summer was great! Not only did I enjoy working and cooking with them, I also had a great time at the farmers markets and with the plum picking and jam making. The work needed at this farm is not complicated and it is not a problem if you don't know how to do something because there wil always be someone to explain… read more
18 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Febe)
Febe was great fun from start to finish, and joined the family life seamlessly from the get go.
She was always very eager to help, and would jump up and offer her assistance as soon as she saw anybody doing, well, practically anything!
She is a hard worker and did a fantastic job of making everybody's life that little bit easier. She applied… read more
She was always very eager to help, and would jump up and offer her assistance as soon as she saw anybody doing, well, practically anything!
She is a hard worker and did a fantastic job of making everybody's life that little bit easier. She applied… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jinny7)
We really enjoyed having Jinny to stay with us. She is a very interesting, thoughtful person, who got on well with everyone. She was helpful and hard-working, happy to take on everything from driving the lawn tractor to cleaning and guest change-overs. Jinny was also polite and appreciative. I would certainly recommend her as a volunteer, and we… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Jinny7) for host
I had a really wonderful time here. I enjoyed the work, and it was just the right amount of work and free time. Every meal was absolutely delicious as Ruth, Peter and Dave are all fabulous cooks. You will be comfortable and treated kindly. Puivert is a place where you want to go if you are seeking a peaceful time, as it's not near 'city life', but… read more
11 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Neža & Anže) for host
Dear Ruth and Peter, thank you for two amazing weeks in this summer. We enjoyed being a part of your constantly evolving place. You cooked us great meals, took us as a part of family and it was a great feeling to contribute with working. We miss your cats, too, especialy Pushkeen :). We're sorry for taking so long to write a feedback :). We hope… read more
18 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Neža & Anže)
Neža and Anže were with us for two weeks, and did a multitude of different tasks. From cleaning to cooking to constructing a chicken pen, they both worked hard and with a great attitude. They work very well as a couple or independently, and were more than happy to help out with extra bits when things got hectic. They also cooked us all some great… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)
Matthew stayed with us in August this year and helped us with our eco-tourism business. He is a dedicated and reliable worker and can always be depended on to do a great job, whether in garden maintenance, building and decorating, or doing guest turnarounds. He is great company and very respectful of hosts and guests. It was a great pleasure to… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordan)
Jordan stayed with us in August - a very busy time for the accommodation side of our work. He helped us by doing cleaning and changeovers in our B&B, studio apartment, house and tent, and also with the full range of general maintenance in the garden and around the house. He is very reliable and thorough, a hard worker who can be depended on to… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Christin_D)
Christin was a fantastic addition to the family, helping out with all manner of jobs. She ran the household for 5 days while I was away, feeding all the animals, making breakfast for the BnB guests each morning, and keeping everything together without a single hitch.
She even passed this knowledge on to a new volunteer who joined us that… read more
She even passed this knowledge on to a new volunteer who joined us that… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Anina) for host
I had a good first workaway experience with Ruth, Peter and their son David for two weeks in July. Their garden is absolutely beautiful, and the flow of guests (both paying and friends) coming and going, makes it easy to speak with a lot of interresting people.
The working hours are very reasonable – my tasks was mostly cleaning and a bit of… read more
The working hours are very reasonable – my tasks was mostly cleaning and a bit of… read more
19 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Anina)
We very much enjoyed having Anina to stay with us for two weeks in July. She is good-humoured, sociable and hard-working. She was happy to take on any task requested, always with a smile. She helped us with gardening and general maintenance, and cleaning and preparing rooms for paying guests. All of her work was to a good standard. Amy is very… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (llamablues) for host
Ruth and peter were incredible hosts, I spent 2 wonderful weeks with them back in june. This was my first workaway experience, and I'm very happy that I spent it here. The work was enjoyable and diverse, from helping lay paving slabs to planting veggies to taking care of their lovely chickens and guinea pigs. The area is beautiful and there are… read more
29 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (llamablues)
We very much enjoyed having Amy to stay with us for two weeks. She is a delightful girl, sociable and hard-working. She was happy to take on any task requested, always with a smile. Amy helped us with gardening, looking after the chickens and guinea-pigs, cleaning and preparing rooms for paying guests, and even digging an excellent fire-pit (on an… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachel)
We very much enjoyed having Rachel to stay with us for two weeks in July. She was happy to take on any task requested, always with a smile. Rachel helped us with gardening, looking after the chickens and guinea-pigs, and cleaning and preparing rooms for paying guests. All of her work was to a high standard. She is easy-going, bright and… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Alexis) for host
Ruth and Peter are absolutely lovely people. They are moreover very interesting and fun :) I am not even a vegetarian and I enjoyed very much my nice vegetarian meals there ;) Their location is great, full of places and landscapes to discover. There is plenty of work to be done around the property and that was great too. No need to add that I do… read more
7 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Nadine & Michèle) for host
The two weeks at Peter and Ruth was the best first workaway experience we could beg for.
The area around is just wonderful and realy cozy and if you have a car it would be an advantage to see all the cool things around the place.
The work was realy easy and very various. Peter and Ruth are just a cool couple. Peter is very amiable and Ruth has a… read more
The area around is just wonderful and realy cozy and if you have a car it would be an advantage to see all the cool things around the place.
The work was realy easy and very various. Peter and Ruth are just a cool couple. Peter is very amiable and Ruth has a… read more
6 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadine & Michèle)
Nadine and Michèle stayed with us in June. They helped us with a variety of maintenance work around the house and garden, and did guest changeovers in our accommodation. They are good-humoured and reliable, and can be depended on to work without supervision, and they have a very good attitude to customers as well. We wish them well with their… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah is a delightful person, very sociable and enthusiastic. Although when she first arrived she didn't have a great deal of practical experience, she was very keen to learn and soon picked up the skills needed. She helped with looking after our paying guests - cleaning and preparing rooms, cooked some great pizzas, and did a brilliant job of… read more
(Very good
)
10 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Hannah & Christopher) for host
Staying with Ruth, Peter and Dave was a great experience. This was our first work away and they could not have set higher standards for our future hosts. We were given a variety of tasks which were enjoyable and rewarding - even learning many new things! We fell in love with their beautiful property, neighbouring horses, gorgeous little ginea-pigs… read more
1 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah & Christopher)
Chris and Hannah stayed with us in May. They are a delightful, fun-loving couple who are really great company. They helped us with a variety of construction and maintenance work around the house and garden, and did guest changeovers in our accommodation. They are reliable, can be depended on to work without supervision, and their own creative… read more
(Excellent
)
9 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacqueline)
Jackie stayed with us in April. She worked hard to help us get our accommodation ready for the new tourist season on maintenance and decorating activity, including preparing the vegetable garden for Spring planting. She also helped us with changeovers between paying guests. She works to high standards, and is cheerful and good-humoured. We really… read more
(Excellent
)
6 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Lyle & Parissa) for host
We couldn't have asked for any better hosts than Ruth and Peter! For our first workaway experience, we had a ball! They were extremely welcoming and made us feel at home straight away. It was the little touches like our picnic trip to the lake and BBQ by the pool that made it really special. The work was well structured, not too challenging and we… read more
23 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Lyle & Parissa)
Lyle and Parissa stayed with us for nearly 3 weeks in April. They are hard-working, enthusiastic, and lots of fun to be around. They helped us with a range of small construction and repair work as well as getting our accommodation ready for the new season. We would be really happy to welcome them back sometime - not only because Lyle is a good… read more
(Excellent
)
4 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Heather) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I am lucky to have found Ruth and Peter! I had an amazing time, the work was enjoyable because they acknowledge my passions for cooking and gardening and let me spend most of my work time doing that, the days are set up so that we get a lot done but have a lot of free time to explore the Pyrenees on… read more
3 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Heather)
Heather stayed with us in April. She is always willing to help, is reliable and dependable, and good at using her own initiative. She worked with us at the start of the tourist season on getting our accommodation up to standard and ready for paying guests. She has a great flair for gardening and is really knowledgable about a wide range of plants… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Marija) for host
Ruth and Peter are kind of hosts who manage and organize the job amazingly well, so their helpers have plenty of free time to explore really beautiful surrounding area. Job was not very difficult, and I had luck to work with Parissa, Lyle and David, which means that I had so much fun at the same time. It was also nice to hear thank you from Ruth… read more
23 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Marija)
Marija stayed with us in April. She is very hard-working and always keen to help out where she can. Her work is always of a very high standard - important to us because she was helping us prepare our accommodation for the new season. She is considerate, thoughtful, caring and has a good sense of humour as well. No-one could wish for a better… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)
Samuel is a very interesting and thoughtful young man. He was happy to help with any tasks, and did a lot of work in the garden and grounds. Although he doesn't have a great deal of experience, he is very keen to learn and always willing to try new things. Samuel was very helpful in the kitchen and around the house, and cooked some excellent… read more
(Very good
)
28 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Kate )
Kate is a lovely girl - cheerful, friendly, enthusiastic and hard-working. She helped us with the garden, the house and the animals - always the first to volunteer to wash up, cook, feed the chickens, or whatever else needed doing. She is kind and thoughtful, and gets on well with everyone. I would highly recommend her as a helper, and we would be… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Kate ) for host
I stayed with Ruth & Peter, and Ruth's daughter Katie and her fiancé Robbie for 18 days in December along with another workawayer, and am very grateful to have had the opportunity to help here and see this beautiful part of France. Robbie and Katie were staying as workawayers or helpers and it was good to see what projects they done and had in… read more
13 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Alfi) for host
We spent roughly a month with Ruth and Peter, and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The work was satisfying yet not too strenuous. We feel very glad that we went to stay with them and enjoyed exploring the local area, as advised by Ruth and Peter. I (Alfi) personally, am not a cat lover, quite possibly the opposite. But the 6 cats are all great,… read more
25 Nov 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Alfi)
We would highly recommend Alfi and Merit. They have been with us for 3 weeks, and we have very much enjoyed their company and appreciated all their hard work. They have helped us with gardening, chopping wood, decorating, cleaning, feeding the animals, and working in the grounds. They are both excellent cooks and have produced some lovely meals… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (Cicely) for host
staying with Ruth, Peter, all the cats and daughter and boyfriend and two other volunteers was a very pleasant experience. we had lovely dinners every night and on the weekends we went to local markets and to the mountains. the work I did was varied and fun. I like to work hard and I liked the fact that I never was told that something was too… read more
26 Oct 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Cicely)
It was an absolute pleasure to have Cicely to stay with us, and we wish she could have stayed longer. She is extremely hard-working - in fact it's quite difficult to persuade her to stop and take time off. She is also very knowledgeable, and was a great help with re-planning and improving our vegetable garden. She is also a great cook - producing… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Oct 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren)
We have very much enjoyed having Lauren to stay with us, and wish she could have stayed longer. During her two weeks here, she has worked really hard in the garden and the kitchen - tidying up the vegetable garden, digging new beds, weeding, picking apples, making jams and chutneys, and feeding the animals. She has also cooked some delicious… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Oct 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Katie & Robert)
Katie and Robbie are hardworking, creative and helpful. They are self-motivated and good at seeing what needs doing - then doing it. Katie made curtains, cushion-covers and blinds for us, as well as doing some excellent carpentry. Robbie is a great cook, and has taken the lead on sorting out the vegetable garden and looking after the chickens.… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Oct 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Kirstie)
We very much enjoyed having Kirstie to stay with us here for a week. She is a very helpful, friendly person who gets on well with everyone. Although she was only with us for a short time, she was a great help both with looking after our paying guests (cleaning, laundry etc) and with gardening. She also helped with fruit-picking and made some… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (Kirstie) for host
Although I was sadly only able to stay for just over a week I really enjoyed my time with Ruth, Peter and their family (including the cats!). The work was not difficult at all, and I particularly enjoyed cooking and sharing meals with everyone. The hours of work were well organized so that I could explore the local area by foot and on the bikes… read more
18 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Lorenz & Nico)
Nico stayed with us for two weeks, and was really helpful as well as being a great guy. He helped with gardening, construction and cleaning, and got on well with everyone. He plays the guitar really well too! We enjoyed having Nico to stay, and wish him well with his travels and studies. Ruth & Peter
(Very good
)
28 Jun 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
We very much enjoyed having Laura to stay with us here. She is a delightful person, who gets on well with everything. She was happy to work at whatever we asked her to without complaining, and was helpful in the house as well. While she was here, she helped with decorating as well as working in the garden. We wish her all the best with her future… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Jun 2013
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
What more can I say that hasn't been said already?! I had such a great time here. The work was fair and well managed, and always appreciated. The accommodation was comfortable and the food always delicious! I would definitely encourage others to lend a hand to Ruth and Peter if they can have you - you won't be disappointed! Thank you Ruth and… read more
16 Jun 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Sarah to stay with us, and were only sorry that she couldn't have stayed longer. She is a lovely person, who gets on well with everyone. She worked really hard, helping with the garden, clearing paths, weeding, cooking, and always offering to help around the house. She entertained the kittens in her spare time, and… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jun 2013
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
Peter and Ruth are AWESOME hosts.
I had such a wonderful time. I was welcomed so warmly, and definitely felt at home, even though I was only staying for a week. The house and garden are lovely and their cats were just great :)
The work was more than fair, and really enjoyable. There was a great atmosphere about the place, and the local area is… read more
I had such a wonderful time. I was welcomed so warmly, and definitely felt at home, even though I was only staying for a week. The house and garden are lovely and their cats were just great :)
The work was more than fair, and really enjoyable. There was a great atmosphere about the place, and the local area is… read more
14 May 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Lorna & Bruno)
Lorna stayed with us for three weeks this Spring. She brought with her much knowledge which helped us establish and develop our new garden, and she is also keen to learn new things. She is creative, helpful and kind and is prepared to do anything in the service of a project she believes in. She loves the land and animals, and is very focused on… read more
(Excellent
)
11 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (Lorna & Bruno) for host
I think the four beaming faces sum up my three weeks here very well! I arrived in search of an experience in which I could learn something new about living a more sustainable life. I received exactly this and much much more. Ruth, Peter, their family and my new friends Merlin and Pushkin the cats are wonderful beings with an achievable vision to… read more
24 Mar 2013
Left by Workawayer (Kevin) for host
Ruth and Peter are the most kind and generous hosts I have stayed with. Working with them is a luxorious position to be in. They are flexible with a very fair work schedule. This generates opportunities for daytrips in lovely surrounding areas or nearby cities, space to relax or pursue one's own desires, get to know different workers staying… read more
16 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Kevin)
Kevin has been with us for a month, and I would certainly recommend him. He is happy working alongside other people and has helped with a wide range of projects - from decorating to construction, wood-chopping, helping clear the garden, and cooking. He is quiet, good-natured, and very helpful, and gets on very well with everyone. We are sorry to… read more
(Very good
)
