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Description
We started off as a self sufficient farm and then started building Belize's first Earthship.......and we're taking it from there! My kids have moved away but visit as often as possible. The kids now are my 4 dogs, lots of cats, chickens, ducks etc!! I have just started a new project, building temples out of trash! I do accept families, but due to construction dangers and glass everywhere ( I mainly build from bottles) , would not feel comfortable hosting toddlers and very young children.
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Light maintenance
House & pet sitting
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Interests
Culture
Pets
Sustainability
Farming
Plant care
Cooking & food
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Carpentry
Books
Architecture
Art & design
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
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UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have become the premier recyclers in the country, so if you really want to learn how you can make a difference i a comuntiy by using up trash / rubbish and turning it into beauty then come and learn with us!
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Help
We are always trying to find new ways to improve our off grid home! We are bound to have a new project on the go building with both plastic and glass bottles and that needs help! However we also need other things doing so let us know if there is anything you are particularly good at, carpentry, gardening, art... whatever, just let us know! We just want people who are dynamic and interested in helping the wonderful jungle environment we are living in.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
We have cabanas of different sizes, and a bathroom block. All meals are provided, we eat everything but are more than happy to host vegans and vegetarians.
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What else ...
We live close to the beautiful Village of San Pedro Columbia, famous for its cacao farms and amazing river. We are surrounded by nature and Mayan ruins...there are daily buses to and from PG, but many local places to see and visit! We are off grid so have a farmers lifestyle of early awake early to bed… if you do want to experience nightlife then you will have to stay away for the night as buses are in the daytime only!
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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My animals / pets
Munch, Molly, Fudge and Copal
Host ref number: 951327524882
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12 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska)
Franzi is incredibly helpful and was in fact the first Workawayer we have left to look after the property… she is that good and trustworthy! Highly highly recommended!
12 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Franziska) for host
A huge thanks to Alisa and Richard! I spent amazing 2 weeks at the Chaos Oasis, the place is beautiful and located in the middle of nature next to a small village. I mostly took care of their animals (the funniest 4 dogs, a cat, chickens, bunnies), I prepared an painted some walls and did other general work such as organising the tool shed,
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12 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nerea)
Nerea is lovely and helpful and just great to be around! Highly recommended to anyone!
21 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jenny) for host
During the week I was at Chaos Oasis I helped prepare for the imminent arrival of important visitors. With Alisa, two other WorkAwayers, and a group re-roofing a bungalow, we became a team. After 7am breakfast, some worked on roofing, or getting hospitality areas ready, dusting, sweeping, repainting… also gardening or making compost.
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12 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska)
Franzi is incredibly helpful and was in fact the first Workawayer we have left to look after the property… she is that good and trustworthy! Highly highly recommended!
12 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Franziska) for host
A huge thanks to Alisa and Richard! I spent amazing 2 weeks at the Chaos Oasis, the place is beautiful and located in the middle of nature next to a small village. I mostly took care of their animals (the funniest 4 dogs, a cat, chickens, bunnies), I prepared an painted some walls and did other general work such as organising the tool shed,
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12 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nerea)
Nerea is lovely and helpful and just great to be around! Highly recommended to anyone!
21 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jenny) for host
During the week I was at Chaos Oasis I helped prepare for the imminent arrival of important visitors. With Alisa, two other WorkAwayers, and a group re-roofing a bungalow, we became a team. After 7am breakfast, some worked on roofing, or getting hospitality areas ready, dusting, sweeping, repainting… also gardening or making compost.
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20 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim)
Kim is great. She was enthusiastic and very helpful and is highly recommended!
20 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah is a GREAT volunteer, she is helpful and intelligent and does every job you give her 110% we thoroughly recommend her!
30 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
I stayed with Alisa and Richard for a week recently and I had a great experience, I'm really grateful to them for letting me join them in their daily lives. This is not just a project but a home they have put years of hard work, dedication and love into, and there is a lot to learn from that beyond just the practicalities of the Earthship build
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24 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
I shared my first workaway experience with another lovely young lady in the beautiful backlands of Belize, in the midst of the jungle right next to ancient Mayan ruins with a bunch of lovely dogs, chickens, cats (and very cute kittens) and a duck. Communicating with Alisa was great, she was prompt in her responses, super helpful and genuinely
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22 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maya)
Maya was amazing! I really didn't want her to leave and she is welcome back any time! Maya is a very easy person to get on with and a very hard worker, she sees a situation and takes it in hand and sorts it out! I love volunteers who take the initiative and really jump in to help and she certainly did. She feels like one of the family and was very
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22 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maya) for host
My stay here was amazing! It was my first workaday experience and I highly recommend staying with the family on their amazing farm. Im very interested in sustainability and their eco project is like no other, I learnt a lot throughout my week there and hope to go back again!
Also, the best food I've eaten in ages!!!
Also, the best food I've eaten in ages!!!
20 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Isabelle & Alexander) for host
Ah our time at the Chaos Oasis was challenging and rewarding. As two mountain town dwellers back home the jungle was a new beast to us. I was truly in awe of this land. There is a deep sense of peace to be found here. The energy here is spontaneous with many projects going on so come with an open mind and be ready to hop on all sorts of different
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5 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Cathy & Tuesday) for host
I loved my time in Belize with Alisa, Richard and Tatty .
They were so welcoming and kind to me which I really appreciated as I was travelling alone.
The dogs are also adorable, the accommodation comfortable.
Don't come here looking for a free place to stay though, you need to be prepared to muck in get your hands dirty and be part of their … read more
They were so welcoming and kind to me which I really appreciated as I was travelling alone.
The dogs are also adorable, the accommodation comfortable.
Don't come here looking for a free place to stay though, you need to be prepared to muck in get your hands dirty and be part of their … read more
2 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Cathy & Tuesday)
Kathy is fab! She is frightened of spiders etc but she handled life in the jungle wonderfully and was always willing to help with anything and is the ONLY volunteer we have had who constantly made sure my kitchen was immaculate...which was like having a washing up angel around!!!!!
WANT her back here!!!!
WANT her back here!!!!
2 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Petra)
Petra is AMAZING!!! She is welcome back anytime and all her reviews are true...she is a wonder! Wish all were like her!
9 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Petra) for host
What a stunning place!!!! Incredible project done by an impressive family. From the first moment I had a good relation to the whole family and felt very welcome, great communication under like minded people. Unfortunalety it was not the time of building anything with the bottles or other recycling material, but it was so interesting to see and to
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24 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David is very helpful and enthusiastic. He helps pitch in with whatever he can and has traveled and experienced many different cultures which had widened his outlook on life. He is also keen to look around outside and find out more about the people and places around the farm.
23 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
The guest book they keep speaks for itself. It's literally a tome of positive memories from hundreds of people that have spent time with them over the years.
I thought the range of topics we spoke on to be really refreshing. We talked and shared ideas over meals (delicious meals btw), and worked together. I appreciated that they had a wide array … read more
I thought the range of topics we spoke on to be really refreshing. We talked and shared ideas over meals (delicious meals btw), and worked together. I appreciated that they had a wide array … read more
25 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Flore & Dries) for host
Flore and I absolutely loved our stay with Alisa, Richard and all the lovely dogs. We learned alot in three weeks. We learned more about building earthships, working with butterflies and construction in general. Richard and Alisa are both very generous and made us feel at home in the Belizean jungle.
Alisa makes the best healthy meals!
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Alisa makes the best healthy meals!
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16 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Valeriya) for host
I am very grateful for this opportunity my life gave to me. It was a great time full of different types of work (reconstructing chicken house, washing bottles, feeding butterflies, taking dogs for a walk, etc). I found my work with Alisa very comfortable because we have very similar vision how to do things in a proper way (even washing dishes). I
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10 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Valeriya)
Valeriya is wonderful! She claims she speaks bad English....she doesn't! She is helpful and enthusiastic and I hope she comes back this way as soon as possible because I miss her and all her help!
23 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elsa) for host
I stayed a week with Alisa and another volunteer and it was one of my best workaway so far!
Great atmosphere.
We had great conversations and great fun. Alisa is a very friendly and generous person who do everything to make things easy and make you feel at home. And don't miss her telling stories and anecdotes, she's got a talent to keep you … read more
Great atmosphere.
We had great conversations and great fun. Alisa is a very friendly and generous person who do everything to make things easy and make you feel at home. And don't miss her telling stories and anecdotes, she's got a talent to keep you … read more
3 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jara) for host
This was my first time at workaway and I was looking for the jungle experience and I can say that for sure I did it! The week that we spend here was a hard work week but they always have a tasty food and conversation to make it worth! The time there allow us disconnect (literally) for everything else, what allow us at the same time reconnect with
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10 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Yann)
Yann is great, he is helpful and full of enthusiasm, we hope he comes back!
10 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Yann) for host
I stayed 2 weeks at here where my experience has been awesome. The activities consisted in small construction projects, general cleaning of the property, landscaping and help with the daily tasks such as animals feeding and walking the dogs. Alisa has been providing me with delicious food and valuable advices on remote life technics, while her
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5 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host
Fabulous!! This was my first Workaway and I'm so thankful for the experience! I was made to feel like family from the moment I stepped through the door. If you want to dig in and learn about what it is to truly live an off-the-grid type life, this is the place. I didn't bring any exceptional skills, except good worth ethic and a willing to jump in
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28 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Romualdas) for host
Lovely family, gorgeous place, unique experience. What else can I say?
My first proper jungle experience and a nice one.
Best wishes for Richard, Alisa and their lovely daughter
My first proper jungle experience and a nice one.
Best wishes for Richard, Alisa and their lovely daughter
7 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Romualdas)
He is very hard working and a very intelligent young man.
7 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sally)
Sally is great, she looks for ways in which to help and is open to do anything, she is not afraid to get her hands dirty (or her entire body!!! - she was always covered in mud!!! We has lots of rain!!) would have her back anytime.
17 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sally) for host
This was my first experience with workaway and the best I could imagine. The family is so kind and beautiful! I am so glad for these 2 1/2 weeks. I have learned so many different kind of knowledge (gardening, cooking, ...). Thank you so much!
17 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucile & Louise)
The girls were amazing! They helped us so much, and worked so hard. Recommend them to anyone!
10 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (scompton)
Usually with a couple you get one dud (!) and a good worker, however, Sara and Stephen were a great exception! They work really well together and their skills complement each other. Great to have them around as they are interested in their environment and what they can do to help and improve where they are staying. Thoroughly recommend them!
10 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (scompton) for host
This was our first workaway experience, and we were so pleased. Alisa taught us so much about building and recycling. The family taught us a lot about local plants, foods and traditions. Great food! Great dinner conversation! Loved playing games with Alisa and Tati after dinner. Tati is so fun and charismatic. Expect hard work and hot days! Our
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30 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Steve) for host
29 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Phil & Julia) for host
We had a lovely and super informative week in the Jungle with the family. We were both eager to learn more about earthships before planning our own builds... what a place to do it! A wonderful family in a beautiful landscape. Waking up in the jungle was a real treat. Watch out, it's humid! It was our first experience in Belize and we sure got our
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12 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sanna) for host
I've spent 10 days with the family helping out. The earth ship is really cool And it so much interesting things to help out with so every day was different. I learned so much about everything from building, painting , animals, cooking, gardening and life! The family is one of a kind and very generous and fun! And the meals we where served where
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11 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sanna)
Sanna is used to working hard and looks out for ways to help, which is always a joy to have around! She is welcome back anytime!
27 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Colette) for host
I spent a week with this family in rural Belize and it was AMAZING! This was my first workaway experience so I had no idea what to expect but I'm so glad I chose to do it with them. The whole family is so knowledgeable and hard working and there is never a dull moment. The place is beautiful and the earthship is stunning. Alisa and Maya are great
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26 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Greg & Aly) for host
Richard and Alisa are such awesome people. They welcomed us into their home and fed us so well. We had a great time doing projects in the earthship and hanging with the kids. The farm is beautiful, with so much to explore and learn about. The kids taught us so much, especially about the local native plants. It was such a lovely experience and
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18 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby)
Ruby is a gem!!!!
Seriously she went out of her way to help with things that needed doing and fitted straight in. The kids loved her, she was great with everyone and could not have managed doing what we were doing at the time with out her ( organizing 1 Christmas fair at a school and a kids's play at another...)
Highly recommend her to anyone!
Seriously she went out of her way to help with things that needed doing and fitted straight in. The kids loved her, she was great with everyone and could not have managed doing what we were doing at the time with out her ( organizing 1 Christmas fair at a school and a kids's play at another...)
Highly recommend her to anyone!
16 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Tiahna) for host
I stayed with this family for just over a week. They welcomed me into their beautiful home and taught me a lot about their amazing Earthship. The lessons I learnt, I will definitely be able to take on and use on my own land some day!
Thank you so much for your hospitality, I hope we meet again.
Thank you so much for your hospitality, I hope we meet again.
14 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Bethany) for host
I spent almost two weeks with the family in May and loved it! The family are friendly and welcoming and the work is varied and interesting. Though located in a remote little village, there is plenty to do and keep busy with. The accommodation and food were great, and I would definitely return. Thanks Alisa and Richard for the great memories :)
14 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host
Me and my girlfriend spent a lovely week helping out on this project, beautiful jungle setting and ruins nearby, with a welcoming family and a variety of jobs to keep us busy!
17 Jan 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
Jessica is a really helpfully, lovely person who picks up new skills wherever she goes! We didn't want her to leave. She goes out of her way to find things to do and to be helpfull, she would be more than welcome back anytime.
16 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Shea) for host
Staying with the Adkinsons could not of been a better first workaway experience! Alisa gave me artistic freedom to paint designs and murals on the bathroom which I thouroughly enjoyed, almost as much as hanging with the kids after work, even if my lack of jokes was sub par. They were all so welcoming and full of interesting knowledge I could not
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9 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Tommy) for host
I had a wonderful 3 and half weeks with this family! The earth ship project is truly one of a kind. I feel privileged for the opportunity to stay with them. They will make you feel like a part of the family which i loved. I will surely drop in and visit with them every time i am in Belize.
Thanks for everything!
Thanks for everything!
8 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Tommy)
We have had dozens of volunteers through our Earthship project and Tommy is , without doubt , one of the best and most gifted . Do not hesitate to grab him if you can as he is a jack of all trades and fun to have around . He was great with my kids and willing to get stuck into anything . We miss him already !!!!!!!!!!!!
28 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (sonnysonson)
Cos Sonya's a Mum she is organised, willing to help with anything and a good sport! Would have her back in a flash!
22 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (sonnysonson) for host
We have just spent 2 weeks with this family in the jungle. Very hot days, luckily there is a fantastic river nearby to wash in and relax at the end of the day. Working on the earthship was such a great experience, it is such an inspiring project so go there and get your hands dirty if you are interested in this type of project. Painting, bottle
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1 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (cobalt9409) for host
Richard and Alisa are great hosts the cabanas are peaceful and comfortable, the food is excellent! I really enjoyed my stay with them! They have three very out going and well behaved children who are very lucky to experience life growing up in the rain forest! Their project is something the rest of the world needs to be aware of, check it out!
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3 Feb 2013
Left by Workawayer (Christine) for host
I had an incredible stay with the family! The kids are such bright spirits with amazing creativity. Richard and Alyssa are truly living their dream, very inspirational. I found the work to be enjoyable and engaging( even bottle washing!) , the food was excellent, the surroundings are beautiful and uplifting (Lubaantun next door !!) I felt very
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6 Dec 2012
Left by Workawayer (nicosystem) for host
We passed 2 weeks there and it was great ! The place is well situated, next door of the Lubaantun ruins, in the middle of the jungle so it is really quiet ! We really felt like a part of the family and the earthship project which is amazing ! The family is friendly and helpful, food is good, acomodations too, you have solar electricity in your
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18 Jan 2012
Left by Workawayer (Kristina & Iain) for host
We had a fantastic time with this family in the Belizian jungle! Thank you guys so much for such an interesting and enjoyable 2 and a half weeks!
Great hosts!
Great hosts!
7 Nov 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristina & Iain)
We didn't really want them to leave, they were so helpful! And they are welcome to return anytime, can't think of anything negative to say! Thanks guys!
