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18 May 2025
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Hello! We are a family of four humans and two canines living on the lovely island of Inishbofin. We have two bright and beautiful young boys, aged 10 and 12 years old and we have two female border collies who are 16 months old
Our home is located at the Western end of the island, just around the corner from a pub/restaurant and beside one of the most picturesque walks on Inishbofin.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Adventurous travelers will have the possibility of becoming familiar with culture of an Irish off-shore island, through it's industries such as tourism, fishing and farming and it's leisure activities such as traditional Irish music, swimming, hill walking and sailing.
Help
The help would consist of cooking family meals, light house tasks, playing soccer with our boys, training the dogs and taking them for walks and some gardening.
In general we are looking for people who have some life experience and we prefer people who are over 22 years of age.
Needless to say, we require a strong work ethic, a sense of humour, kindness, and patience. All things we try to maintain ourselves.
If you are interested in the above opportunity, please contact us. All references are welcome.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in caravan parked directly behind our house. Free wifi.
What else ...
Inishbofin is well connected to the mainland so volunteers can go to nearby towns such as Clifden and Galway on days off. Inishbofin is also a great place for beautiful walks, cycling, and just relaxing by the seaside.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 964873258971
Feedback (18)
9 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rachel) for host
WHAT A WONDERFUL FAMILY + EXPERIENCE!
I can't say enough positive things about my time on Inishbofin living with this sweet family and their two pups. This was my first workaway and I stayed for three weeks. I would have tripled the length of my stay if I could have! Austin and Kartika welcomed me into their home and life immediately. I loved… read more
I can't say enough positive things about my time on Inishbofin living with this sweet family and their two pups. This was my first workaway and I stayed for three weeks. I would have tripled the length of my stay if I could have! Austin and Kartika welcomed me into their home and life immediately. I loved… read more
3 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ruru & Riku) for host
It was a lovely one month at Austin, Kartika, Samir and Nehru and we already miss it very much! We would recommend it to anyone. Inishbofin is a wonderful place, you can get plenty of time to explore and meet friendly people there!!
They treated us like their own children and always checked on us to see if everything was okay. We appreciate their… read more
They treated us like their own children and always checked on us to see if everything was okay. We appreciate their… read more
8 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jesse James) for host
Our experience with this family was the best! I don't even know where to start... But probably will go with I felt like part of the family and the whole crew right away... Was the closer I've felt like home since I started a whole non-stop travelling, Austin and Kartika are just an amazing couple and hard-working individuals who are there for you… read more
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9 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rachel) for host
WHAT A WONDERFUL FAMILY + EXPERIENCE!
I can't say enough positive things about my time on Inishbofin living with this sweet family and their two pups. This was my first workaway and I stayed for three weeks. I would have tripled the length of my stay if I could have! Austin and Kartika welcomed me into their home and life immediately. I loved… read more
I can't say enough positive things about my time on Inishbofin living with this sweet family and their two pups. This was my first workaway and I stayed for three weeks. I would have tripled the length of my stay if I could have! Austin and Kartika welcomed me into their home and life immediately. I loved… read more
3 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ruru & Riku) for host
It was a lovely one month at Austin, Kartika, Samir and Nehru and we already miss it very much! We would recommend it to anyone. Inishbofin is a wonderful place, you can get plenty of time to explore and meet friendly people there!!
They treated us like their own children and always checked on us to see if everything was okay. We appreciate their… read more
They treated us like their own children and always checked on us to see if everything was okay. We appreciate their… read more
8 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jesse James) for host
Our experience with this family was the best! I don't even know where to start... But probably will go with I felt like part of the family and the whole crew right away... Was the closer I've felt like home since I started a whole non-stop travelling, Austin and Kartika are just an amazing couple and hard-working individuals who are there for you… read more
8 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lorena) for host
Our time with Kartika and Austin was absolutely amazing. We honestly had no previous expectation about the WorkAway or the island before our arrival, but we discovered an incredible place with incredible people and we couldn't ask for anything better. Since day 1 they hosted us as part of the family and we had so much fun helping around with their… read more
6 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mayuko)
Mayuko stayed with us for all of August 2022. She is a very positive spirit and always up for anything. Her dinners were incredible and exciting for everyone! Mayuko was also very sweet and engaged with our boys and they grew quite fond of her. She is a diligent worker and went above and beyond all that we asked. I can't imagine all the adventures… read more
(Excellent)
27 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mayuko) for host
If you like crazy thing and food, here it's a wonderful place! Kartika and Austin are unbelievable! They are always helpful and give us such nice experience. And you will see such talented and precious boys!
Also, you can see many nice friends in Inishbofin! People are so much nicer.
I've stayed there for a month, and it's been an unforgettable… read more
Also, you can see many nice friends in Inishbofin! People are so much nicer.
I've stayed there for a month, and it's been an unforgettable… read more
6 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eloiza & Consuelo)
Eloiza and Consuelo came to stay with us from the last week of August thru the first week of October 2022. It was an immediate blast of love and light from the two of them. They are extraordinary women and if things had been quieter I would have so liked to have been able to sit with them for longer periods and learn a thing or two. They were… read more
(Excellent)
7 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Paula) for host
My stay at Kartika's and Austin's was one big amazing experience! I stayed on Inishbofin for three months in total - and grew so fond of the family :) They made me feel welcome the minute I arrived and I enjoyed my whole time so very much, it made me curious about staying on the island for longer. Their house is open for workawayers, family,… read more
26 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marijke & Anton)
Anton and Marijke came to stay with us for two weeks in July, a particularly busy time here on the island. They were absolutely wonderful and fitted into our family and it’s rhythms seamlessly. They are both extremely conscientious and radiate positivity. It was a blessing to have such energy and initiative around us. We hope to see you both again… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marijke & Anton) for host
We are very enthousiastic about this place. It was a great experience to be on a small island like Inishbofin. The atmosfere was very relaxed and live went slow.
Our hosts are really warm and open, we felt very welcome. They make a very nice atmosphere in their house, it felt like a small very friendly community . The work was allright and we… read more
Our hosts are really warm and open, we felt very welcome. They make a very nice atmosphere in their house, it felt like a small very friendly community . The work was allright and we… read more
28 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Vincent) for host
Hard to put into words how to describe this experience, truly incredible. Austin and Kartika go above and beyond to provide anything and everything to make this a great environment for volunteers. The food, the family atmosphere, the daily chores, it really was everything and more than I ever expected from a workaway experience. They accept anyone… read more
23 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mirthe) for host
I absolutely loved staying with Kartika, Austin, Sammy, Nunu and Elisa on Inishbofin!! I got the opportunity to become part of the Island life for 3 weeks in May, and I loved every moment of it!! :) I helped with gardening, painting, the sheep, cooking dinner and many more things, but also got plenty of time to explore the Island and meet many… read more
10 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Roisin) for host
Kartika and Austin are legends!
I arrived over to Inisbofin after quite a stagnant first half of the summer in lockdown. All I can say is that I am so glad that I had the opportunity to get to work for the quirkiest/ most creative/ tastiest- serving- food bus going - Inishwallah. Most of all, I am delighted I got to integrate into Inisbofin living… read more
I arrived over to Inisbofin after quite a stagnant first half of the summer in lockdown. All I can say is that I am so glad that I had the opportunity to get to work for the quirkiest/ most creative/ tastiest- serving- food bus going - Inishwallah. Most of all, I am delighted I got to integrate into Inisbofin living… read more
2 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Iris)
Iris was very helpful with everything we asked, from helping with the children to tending the garden to making dinner. She was calm and kind throughout her stay despite the madness of the season. Thank you.
(Excellent)
28 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Iris) for host
If you're looking for a unique experience...you just found it! Kartika and Austin's doubledecker bus restaurant serves amazing food on the small but beautiful island of Inishbofin. Unfortunately I had to cut my stay short but during the six-ish days that I spent here I got to enjoy long walks around the island, met some awesome other volunteers,… read more
2 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Elana)
Elana came into our home with a gust of positivity. She was incredible with our children and that meant the world to us. She was engaging and engaged, always willing to help. There was often a song on her lips, or words that became a song... Easy company and also independent. You are always welcome back. It was a pleasure. Thank you.
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elana) for host
I cannot explain how amazing this experience was! Living on a beautiful island with a warm and loving family, what is not to love ? The open line of communication with both Austin and Kartika was unbelievable! They expected only a few hours of work a day ( childcare, washing dishes, helping out on the bus, making an occasional dinner) which was… read more
2 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Camilla)
Camilla came to stay with us for the month of July and over the course of those weeks we were so lucky to get to know this beautiful, intelligent and talented human being. Our boys were incredibly fond of her as were we. She is extremely in tune with her surroundings, hard-working, self sufficient and proactive. There was an obvious lift to the… read more
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadia)
Oh my goodness! What a woman... Nadia- Come Back! We were so excited to meet this lady from reading her profile and yet she still managed to exceed every expectation. She Is independent, intuitive, hard working, fierce and funny, and a Fantastic chef!! We were so lucky to have met this gypsy soul. You are something else. Thank you x
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host
Inishwallah- What an amazing place! I had such a lovely time staying with Kartika and Austin and their 2 sons. I immediately felt incredibly comfortable with them and so welcome in their home. I've only been away a few months and I already miss them tons!
Theirs is the kind of energy that attracts good people, all the other work away volunteers… read more
Theirs is the kind of energy that attracts good people, all the other work away volunteers… read more
2 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kira)
It was a pleasure hosting Kira. She was extremely hard working, had a very positive attitude and was also very independent. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your adventures! Take good care and hope to meet again. That Christmas Card was one of the best we’ve seen!! Thank you x
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Bailee) for host
Absolutely could not recommend this place more. We originally organised to stay with Kartika and Austin for four weeks but ended up staying for three months. Kartika and Austin both have a great sense of humour and are fun to be around, and the boys (aged 5 and 6) are full of life and always keen to play games. The work hours are fairly causal:… read more
29 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Bree came to stay with us for three weeks at the beginning of the tourist season, from mid-May until early June. She is a vibrant personality and became, quite easily, a part of our household. She took on many tasks and was always there willing to help - often more than was asked. We would disagree with her characterisation of there being a… read more
(Very good)
6 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Working with Austin and Kartika for 3 weeks was fascinating and a little stressful at times. It’s a very busy time for the farm and bus cafe with the height of the tourist season in full swing. On my days and afternoons off I found time to explore the beautiful island and drink a pint at the local pub.
My duties ranged from:
•Gardening; removing… read more
My duties ranged from:
•Gardening; removing… read more
21 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mariam) for host
I spent two amazing weeks on Inishbofin with Austin, Kartika and their two sons! I didn't know what to expect going to an island but I had such an incredible time and felt like I was part of the family really quickly. I really enjoyed helping out at home and the cafe (which is in a very cool double decker bus!) and I really enjoyed spending time… read more
20 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mara Lena & Clemens) for host
To stay with Austin and Kartika was my first workaway experience and I was so glad to had this experience with them and on the small, peaceful island! Thank you for everything!
I had only four weeks on the island and I never thought it would be so much fun to play with the children or go for a treasure hunt on the beach to find some magic stones.… read more
I had only four weeks on the island and I never thought it would be so much fun to play with the children or go for a treasure hunt on the beach to find some magic stones.… read more
11 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Lena was an absolute pleasure to have in our home. She was warm and accomodating. Always wanting to lend a hand. There was also a welcome independence of spirit and adventure. We were so lucky to have met her and hope to see her again in her journey.
(Excellent)
5 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I had the chance to spend two fantastic weeks on Inishbofin and can just say: Thank you so so much! Living and working on this small island was a unique experience and I enjoyed every single day. Kartika and Austin are wonderful, hard-working people and I learned so much from them. Working in their amazing bus was so much fun, I enjoyed the… read more
