Help in Hostel in Frutillar, South Chile

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Frutillar is a 10.000 citizens town in south Chile at the Llanquihue lake (largest lake in Chile) with 840 km2. Frutillar is internationally know because of is focus in classic art (classic music, ballet, jazz, etc). A new 20MMU$ theatre was built for this purpose, which is a awesome infrastructure for such a small town.
Our Hostel is in our family for 40 years and we are 2 km. away from the town. We receive tourist in December- February. Our customers are 90% families with kids.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Language practice
Art Projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are in the rural zone, but very close to the town. Our place is perfect for all who want to live a country experience, with a great view. Our position is perfect to make short travels in 1 day to know other places near: The Osorno Volcano, Petrohue falls, Puerto Montt (capital of our region), Osorno (16400 years paleontology rests museum in Pilauco zone) and others.
Our zone is also the entrance door to the Patagonia Road.
Help
We offer 5 working days weekly, 5 hours daily from April-November , and 6 from December-March (at weekend we need help to cook).
The work time is:
9:00 --> 12:00
14:00 --> 16:00 (from April - November) and 14:00 --> 17:00 (from December - March)

Volunteers can help us in a variety of projects:
1) Construction project: no need to have special knowledge
2) Web project: knowledge of web technology, video editing, flash video creation or artistic video creation
3) Gardens: we have a big zone for gardens and we need always help to maintain it.

The volunteer must arrive with good spirit for teamwork and to to be integrated in our family as a new member.
If you stay with us at the weekend's, you must help us to cook (1 hr help).
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
We have free internet wifi connection and computer. We have good Internet speed!!!
We offer food and rooms for individual volunteers and for couples.
What else ...
If you have plans to visit the Chilean Patagonia, you can start your travel from Puerto Montt (58 km from Frutillar). Your options to visit the Patagonia (Torres del Paine) are bus (trough Argentina), airplane (directly to Punta Arenas) and Ship (Ferrie directly to Puerto Natales, near to Torres del Paine).
If you want to visit Argentina for a short time, you can travel to Bariloche (5 hours travel).
We don't have children's at home.
We have only little dogs (Chihuahuas and mini Dackel).

Please ask Us if you have any question.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 from April-November , 6 from December-March (at weekend we need help to cook)

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Feedback left by and about host (59)

09/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Jose Andres)

Fue un agrado tener a Andres y Laura con nosotros, estuvieron varios meses con nosotros y fueron una gran ayuda en nuestros trabajos habituales. Andrés es muy hábil y aprende con facilidad nuevas tareas, Laura también.
Los recomendamos absolutamente como voluntarios en cualquier tarea.
Suerte y abrazos mios y de mis padres.

(Excellent )

09/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Laura & Jose Andres) for host

La estadia con la familia, Ricardo, Mónica, Sergio, fue muy agradable la verdad, me da mucho gusto haber estado haciendo el voluntariado junto con mi novia en este lugar, te dan una buena acomodación, desayuno y almuerzo puntuales, las horas son las correctas para trabajar y si en algún caso quisieras hacer unas horas te reconocen económicamente… read more

(Excellent )

14/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jose Osvaldo) for host

It was a great experience stay in Frutillar helping Ricardo and his family. They are friendly, they make you feel at home and always help in what is necessary. The house of the volunteers is a little bit cold in the winter, but they make what they can to make you feel a little warmer. My first time working in some construction. A great experience… read more

(Very good )

02/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Joao Cesar ) for host

I really had a great time at Ricardo's place in Frutillar. I supposed to be there for 5 days only. Ended up staying for 20. I worked giving hints and sharing my accountant knowledge on a very ambitious project led by Ricardo, in order to attend the local farmers association needs to be in compliance with the local government tax requirements.… read more

(Excellent )

22/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Catherine & Frank) for host

We had a great time at Ricardo's guesthouse in Frutillar where we spent a month. I worked alongside a group of Chilean guys doing various manual-labor type jobs, like building a rebar frame for the base of a large wifi tower and helping to convert their bodega into a workspace. Catherine worked with the program Sketchup to help with the creation… read more

(Excellent )

29/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host

Ricardo contacted me on workaway to see if I could help migrate some websites between servers. The work ended up a bit outside my area of expertise, but Ricardo was patient and understanding. Delicious lunches during the week, bread and sides for breakfast and dinner were provided, but with access to a kitchen I ended up cooking a bit. I enjoyed… read more

(Excellent )

21/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Melia) for host

I had planned to stay here for a full month, but only ended up staying a week and a half because there wasn't much for me to do. Ricardo has a lot of awesome ideas, but there were so many volunteers that most days I had to search for things to do or pretend I was busy doing something. Ricardo is very kind, he invited us to asados and other events… read more

(Good )

17/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Anastasiia) for host

I spent so nice time with Ricardo and his family! It was a pleasure to work there, share meals and get help from them. Thank you for the hospitality!
And the nature and the view of the volcano is amazing there.
Also I helped in a festival Bauernfest, and I liked that experience a lot, thank you for this opportunity!

(Excellent )

01/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (RENATA & Jose dos Reis) for host

We had a great time with Ricardo, Monica and Sergio. This was our first workaway experience and they make us feel very comfortable with a great accommodation. The place is very beautiful, the family little dogs are very funny. It's located a bit far from the city itself, but it's very easy to get a ride with them when you want to go there. We also… read more

(Excellent )

27/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Evgeniia & Facundo)

Excelente experiencia tener a Evgeniia y Facundo. Muy independientes y automotivados, recomendables para cualquier tipo de proyectos, sobre todo en exterior. Fue un agrado tenerlos con nosotros, se adaptaron muy bien a nuestro ritmo y a los otros voluntarios.
Todo lo mejor en el futuro para uds. !!!! Cuando quieran pueden regresar con… read more

(Excellent )

18/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Ulrike & Stephan) for host

Our stay with this family was very inspiring. Interesting Projects are going on and Ricardo has many more ideas for the future. We created a website for the commune and took photos for their use. Ricardo is a motivated and hard working person. He is very kind and open for new ideas. He left us creative freedom to realize our tasks and gave… read more

(Excellent )

15/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Mark & Annemarie) for host

We stayed with Ricardo and the family for two weeks. The work is very diverse, from light construction work to catering. Ricardo is a patient and very nice host, always ready to explain work or get new materials when needed.
Our problem was we do not speak Spanish - which is a problem if you work for Monica. The upside is you will learn fast… read more

(Good )

24/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Wijnand & Johanna) for host

We stayed two weeks with Ricardo, Mónica and Sergio and had a very enjoyable and memorable time helping them prepare for an upcoming event. They are a very kind-hearted and hospitable family. We will look back fondly on our time with them. We also enjoyed exploring the area, there is lots to do and see. Thank you for everything!!

(Excellent )

31/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Fabien & Maxime) for host

Nuestro primero workaway y que buena experiencia !
Ricardo y su familia (Mónica y Sergio) son muy amable y fuimos felices de trabajar dos semanas con ellos. La casa/granja es ubicado en el más hermoso lugar del lago con una buena vista de los dos volcanes Calbuco y Osorno !
El trabajo fue intéressante y muy differente todo los días.
La… read more

(Excellent )

21/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Martin) for host

Only spend a short time here and combined it with travelling the area. Enjoyed working on different things like gardening, woodstacking, fencing, whatever is there to do in winter. And there are lots of different projects that require more help! Riccardo, Monica & Sergio are very welcoming hosts and make you feel at home. The views from this spot… read more

(Very good )

18/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Gemma & Anne)

Gemma and Anne helped Us a lot with our kitchen renovation. They painted 2 big rooms with the same quality than a pro. Also they were a great help with other work at home, and always with a smile... hope you both will return in the future !!
All the best in your lives
Regards from
Ricardo, Sergio, Monica and our pets.

(Excellent )

01/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Gemma & Anne) for host

We had a lovely time in frutilla. Ricardo, Monica and Sergio are so welcoming and kind you won't want for anything while you are there. While we were there we really enjoyed working on the kitchen projects and loved watching the newborn pups grow each day. The farm is a great place to stay with wonderful views over the lake and plenty of places to… read more

(Excellent )

02/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (Isabela) for host

Monica, Sergio y Ricardo son hosts muy atenciosos y tranquilos. Hemos pasado genial allá! El lugar es hermoso, trabajamos ayudando para el evento del concurso fotografico junto con otros 11 workawayers y fue totalmente genial!
Muchas gracias Ricardo, un gran abrazo!

(Excellent )

28/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Farheen)

Farheen helped Us a lot in all kind of work, always with a smile.
Good luck in your future travels !!

Regards
Ricardo

(Excellent )

28/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Declan)

Declan helped us a lot with all kind of help, he learned to use the chainsaw machine and cut a lot of trees in little peaces. He has a very good humor, the language was not a problem for him. I truly recommend Declan for all kind of help.
Good luck !!

Regards
Ricardo

(Excellent )

24/01/2015

Left by Workawayer (Declan) for host

I had a great time here with other volunteers and Ricardo (and family) here over the christmas period, a very kind group of people in a wonderful location (so many things to do in the surrounding area)!

¡Muchas Gracias!

(Excellent )

28/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Emilie & Pierre)

We had a excellent experience with Emilie & Pierre, both helped Us a lot with all kind of help.
Pierre has excellent skills in the kitchen and also Emilie. Hope you can visit us again in the future.
The photo exposition was a total success !!

Regards
Ricardo

(Excellent )

25/03/2015

Left by Workawayer (Emilie & Pierre) for host

We spent a really great week with Ricardo, his family and the other volunteers.
Ricardo, Monica and Sergio were really generous and helpful with us.
The place is beautiful and the view of the lake and the volcanos is amazing.
The cabanas are just luxurious. We have never been so well accommodated in a “Workaway”.
The work, though physical,… read more

(Excellent )

28/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (sergio)

Sergio & Mónica helped Us a lot in al kind of help, but specially in the kitchen (both of them have great cooking skills !!!). Please return anytime you want and good luck with the next host's.

Regards !!
Ricardo

(Excellent )

24/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (sergio) for host

Monica y yo pasamos un mes maravilloso en frutillar, con ricardo sergio y monica, ademas de los demas voluntarios con lo cuales creamos una familia en poco tiempo. totalmente recomendable el host y el lugar, el cual es maravilloso. saludos para todos y gracias por ese mes !

sergio y monica.

(Excellent )

15/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Elise Marie)

Elise Marie was an huge help in our old Photo competition activity. She was late to arrive... then she toke a airplane to arrive at time.. first volunteer that was so commitment to help !!!
We wish you all the best !!!
Ricardo

(Excellent )

16/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Agnes & Patryk)

One of the most enthusiastic and professional volunteers we have worked with in Internet projects... Even if you compare with commercial companies !!!. They helped Us to develop a complete web site for our touristic companies association. Simply a full recommendable volunteers. And also emphatic volunteers that from the firs day tried to help in… read more

(Excellent )

06/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Valentina) for host

Estuve con dos amigas más en Frutillar durante un mes. Ricardo nos recibió muy bien y fue muy amable con nosotras. Conocimos más voluntarios y formamos un excelente grupo de amigos! El trabajo lindo, ayudamos principalmente a promocionar un concurso fotográfico de la zona, también aprendimos algunas tareas de campo ( 0 idea teníamos jaja) Y el… read more

(Excellent )

06/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Valentina)

Valentina, Juliana y Romina estuvieron con nosotros por 1 mes, fueron una ayuda muy importante en muchas actividades: elaborar material promocional digital, labores de casa, jardinería y huerta e incluso con la leña... Grande Romy !!!
Nos enseñaron como se hacen malabares en tela... como verdaderos monos !!!
Les deseo lo mejor y tienen su casa… read more

(Excellent )

06/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Julian)

Julian is a total energy Guy, always with a smile. With a lot of skills to work with his hands.
Good attitude to interact with other volunteers and our family.
We really appreciate that you wanted to help at home.
Hope you had a good experience at our home.

(Excellent )

06/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Anais & Guillaume)

Anais y Guillaume nos ayudaron en muchos trabajos, algunos requerían esfuerzo físico. Siempre con ganas de hacer bien el trabajo y aprender.
Eran autónomos para planificar sus comidas y su casa habitación.
Totalmente recomendables, buena suerte en sus siguientes viajes !!!

(Excellent )

23/01/2015

Left by Workawayer (Anais & Guillaume) for host

Nuestro tiempo en el proyecto de Ricardo fue muy bonito! Tan bonito que despues tres semanas de proyecto, viajamos durante un mes en Patagonia y volvimos al proyecto para una semana mas! El trabajo fue diversificado : limpiar, pintar la recepcion del hotel, cargar leña, ayudar para la cocina, y compartir con la gente!
Sobre la cocina, esta muy… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host

We had a wonderful time with Ricardo and his entire family. They were extremely helpful, patient, and generous. We learned a lot about the Chilean way of the life during our stay, as well as having the best opportunity to learn and practice our Spanish. Our work consisted of cleaning the house and dishes, doing some light work on the farm, and… read more

(Excellent )

14/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)

Michael helped Us. a lot with many thinks related to construction projects. He always tried to do the best work possible. He has a great work ethics. I'm sure Michael will be a great help in all the places he arrive.
Best luck in your next host!!!

(Excellent )

07/04/2014

Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host

This was my first Workaway experience and I had a great time! I stayed for one month in Frutillar and also helped Ricardo with a small job in Santiago. Ricardo was very good to work with, we worked on a lot of different projects - there is always something new to do. The accommodation provided was excellent. I am learning to speak Spanish, and I… read more

(Excellent )

25/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Henry)

Our experience with Sarah and Henrry couldn't be better, the helped us to build the script of two animation videos about the german migration process in the LLanquihue zone. They do this job almost all the time alone, and they have to make the research, speak with many people and museums. They are really self motivate.
We are really happy to with… read more

(Excellent )

23/04/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Henry) for host

We were really flattered that Ricardo contacted us with a specific video project; we thought it sounded interesting so left Argentina for Frutillar and are pleased we did. The location was stunning, the food was generous (considering the working hours they expect - weekends are free), the accommodation in shared cabins was the most comfortable… read more

(Very good )

04/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Craig & Sheena)

Craig & Sheena helped us a lot at home, they had a good team work. Craig speak a very good Spanish, Sheena tries to speak too. We hope you will find good moments in the future. Good luck !!!

(Excellent )

18/03/2014

Left by Workawayer (Craig & Sheena) for host

We had a great experience in Frutillar with Ricardo and his family. There were a lot of other volunteers and a couple construction projects to keep us busy. Food and accommodation was excellent. Highly recommend staying here!

Tuvimos una experiencia buenisima en Frutillar con Ricardo y su familia. Habia muchos otros voluntarios y algunos… read more

(Excellent )

04/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Agathe & Martin)

After Agathe and Martin went away, we all at home felt that part of the family were lost. Agathe and Martin have the perfect join of excellent humour and perfect team work with others volunteers. His love for the animals was also remarkable, specially with little ones. We hope that you both have the best experience in your future, learning about… read more

(Excellent )

31/03/2014

Left by Workawayer (Agathe & Martin) for host

How can we explain the good time we had in Frutillar with Ricardo and his family..? We spend a wonderful month in this wonderful place working on the renovation of a small cabana and on the extension of the Hostel! We met so many nice other volunteers and it was a pleasure to work in this friendly atmosphere! I will conclude saying that we… read more

(Excellent )

03/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)

Laura fue un aporte desde el comienzo... inicialmente estaría con nosotros solo por un par de días para sacar algunas fotos, pero finalmente nos ayudó en muchos otros temas y siempre con la mejor disposición y ánimo.
Esperamos que tengas el mayor de los éxitos y no dudes en volver cuando quieras!!!
Un abrazo de todos nosotros

(Excellent )

02/03/2014

Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host

Una muy buena experiencia con Ricardo y su familia!!muy acogedores, deliciosa comida, fue como estar en casa!!!la vista de los volcanos te persigue vayas donde vayas, y pegarte un baño en la playa a 2 minutos del hostal fue una delicia! muy muy recomendado!!!

(Excellent )

03/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Chazz)

Chazz was a great help all the time, he worked as one of Us. The language was not a problem with him. He made a great team with the others volunteers. We home all the success in the Centralamerika and in your future studies !!!!
Your family in South Chile.

(Excellent )

26/02/2014

Left by Workawayer (Chazz) for host

This was the best experience I've had with workaway. I enjoyed the work and the three great meals a day. The view of the volcano, the orange moon over the lake, and the sound of the waves was unbelievable. Ricardo, his family, and the staff made me feel very at home. I'm very grateful. Thanks!

(Excellent )

03/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Cristina)

Cristina y Sara son simplemente excelentes !!! Siempre con buena disponibilidad y ganas de ayudar en lo que se necesitaba... el buen ánimo hacia un agrado trabajar con ambas. Las echaremos de menos ¡¡¡¡ éxito en en los siguientes destinos !!!
Sergio, Mónica, Nenita, Chiqui, Willy, Luly (y sus 4 cachorritos) y yo les enviamos besos

(Excellent )

24/02/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sara & Cristina) for host

Unas semanas excelentes aqui.
Agradecemos a Ricardo, a su familia y a los buenos amigos que hicimos, el gran trato que nos dieron y como nos cuidaron.
Nos hicieron sentir como en casa!
Recomendable al 100%
Cris y Sara

(Excellent )

11/02/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host

It was my second workaway experience and I couldnt ask for a better place to stay! We were two workawayers at the same time. The family welcomed us warm hearded, everybody was helpful and a lot of fun! The accommodation was very nice (with own bathroom), also the food was very delicious and we could use their car for daytrips! Frutillar is a… read more

(Excellent )

01/02/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)

Sophie hard working and friendly person. All the work was excellent made,
she always asked where to help.It was a shame she had to leave earlier than
planned.

(Excellent )

01/02/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)

Julia is a person with excellent humour, hard working and friendly. She
tried to learn Spanish to have a better communication. All the work was
excellent made, she always asked where to help.It was a shame she had to
leave earlier than planned.

(Excellent )

01/02/2014

Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host

Helping Ricardo and his family was the best workaway experience I made! The family is very very warm hearded and a lot of fun! We got great food and stayed in one of the prettieste places in Los Lagos. We helped with gardening, painting, helped on the construction and cleaning. It was always good fun!:) Ricardo and his family took good care of us… read more

(Excellent )

31/01/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra)

We have no option to receive Sandra, he decided to travel to North- Chile,
Hope you will have a good travel time.
Ricardo

(Neutral )

08/07/2013

Left by Workawayer (Sandra) for host

I just stayed for 3 days with Ricardo because there was not really much to do for me, but I can say the people there are very helpful and friendly!

(Good )

31/01/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Kyle)

Kyle:
Thanks for your hard work and for interesting conversations in the evenings.
Kyle is one of those rare people who combines great ability to work with critical thinking about the world today and how each can help to improve it.
Receive a big hug from all of us.
Ricardo, Sergio, Mónica and Nenita

(Excellent )

05/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Kyle) for host

I worked at the family farm for almost two months. Ricardo and his family are wonderful people and are generous to their workaway guests. During the weekends there is plenty of time to explore around the region and discover Chile.

You should expect to work hard, but you will be treated fairly. Remember that it is a rather rural locale so if… read more

(Excellent )

31/01/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Christian)

Christian:
Thanks for your help, we didn't work together because I was outside during your stay, but my Family was happy with your work.
Ricardo

(Very good )

16/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Christian) for host

My time on the farm in Frutillar went very well. It was my first time ever volunteering in this kind of atmosphere, so it was great that I had such wonderful people to live and work with to help me along the way. Sergio and his wife are incredibly friendly, and very open to working with your schedule. They allowed me an extra day off to better… read more

(Very good )

31/01/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Nicholas)

Nicholas was our first experience with volunteer work in a long time. He is a excellent man, always willing to help and make important efforts to be part of our family. We hope we have helped Nico how is to live in our area and also to know the reality of Chile. Nico, you're always in our hearts!
A big hug from Sergio, Monica, Nenita and me.

(Excellent )

09/01/2014

Left by Workawayer (Nicholas) for host

I arrived in Frutillar on the 15th of July 2013 and stayed here until the beginning of October. I spent most of my days constructing a terrace that features a spectacular view of volcanoes. I worked along-side Sergio Ricardo, farm hands and two locals around my age. The work could be hard at times, but the progress was rewarding. –The work… read more

(Excellent )

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