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My husband and I are a mixed Malaysian couple who have a small organic vineyard in the wine region of Colchagua valley in Chile. We are an organic operation still in the early stages. We produce our own wine on site and also have an organic vegetable garden and small fruit orchard.
We are slowly expanding, propagating and planting more.
We have a lot of pets, 4 dogs and 4 cats which are very important to us and are very much a part of the family.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Farmstay help
Help with Eco Projects
Animal Care
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Help
Working on the farm in all aspects depending on the time of year. There may also be construction work, maintenance work and helping with the pets.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
In main house or cottage
What else ...
The region is very much in the wine region. We are surrounded by some of the leading chilean vineyards. We are an ecelctic community, very international and diverse. The valley itself is 2 1/2 hours by car from Santiago and 45 minutes from the seaside town of Pichilemu. We can look at volunteers and also more permanent positions.
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 hours a day, max 25 hours/week
Host ref number: 967763934452
Feedback (48)
19 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
I spent 3 weeks with Pie and Sheriff and meeting them and getting to know them was truly amazing! They are two beautiful, very nice people and also so funny! We spent beautiful evenings around fire and in company of glasses of wine and lots of laughter! 😂
When I arrived it wasn't high season for the vineyard but I had the opportunity to spend a… read more
When I arrived it wasn't high season for the vineyard but I had the opportunity to spend a… read more
1 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Harry & Imogen) for host
We had a wonderful time staying with Pie and Sharif, they are very generous and accommodating - we felt very at home here. We worked on their vineyard doing maintainance of the vines, including irrigation and weeding and then enjoyed lots of great food and wine! In our free time we just relaxed on the beautiful terrace, playing cards / reading… read more
19 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lola & Baptiste) for host
First of all we would like to thank Pie and Sharif for trusting us and welcoming us into their home. We spent 3 weeks there and it was a great experience. We were able to meet many warm and interesting people. We had the chance to learn a lot of concrete things about the wine world from Sharif. And we could enjoy Pie's excellent food and good… read more
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19 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nicole) for host
I spent 3 weeks with Pie and Sheriff and meeting them and getting to know them was truly amazing! They are two beautiful, very nice people and also so funny! We spent beautiful evenings around fire and in company of glasses of wine and lots of laughter! 😂
When I arrived it wasn't high season for the vineyard but I had the opportunity to spend a… read more
When I arrived it wasn't high season for the vineyard but I had the opportunity to spend a… read more
1 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Harry & Imogen) for host
We had a wonderful time staying with Pie and Sharif, they are very generous and accommodating - we felt very at home here. We worked on their vineyard doing maintainance of the vines, including irrigation and weeding and then enjoyed lots of great food and wine! In our free time we just relaxed on the beautiful terrace, playing cards / reading… read more
19 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lola & Baptiste) for host
First of all we would like to thank Pie and Sharif for trusting us and welcoming us into their home. We spent 3 weeks there and it was a great experience. We were able to meet many warm and interesting people. We had the chance to learn a lot of concrete things about the wine world from Sharif. And we could enjoy Pie's excellent food and good… read more
5 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Carl & Michelle) for host
We were very excited to join this operation after reading the wonderful reviews and wanting to work on a vineyard during our stay in South America - not only did the experience exceed any expectations, but it has definitely been a highlight of our 8 month trip so far. Pie's and Sharif's generosity is truly incredible! We were welcomed immediately… read more
4 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Logan) for host
Pie and Sharif are incredibly welcoming and empowering! I would 100% recommend doing a WorkAway with them!
Experience:
This was my first WorkAway and I stayed for about 2 weeks!
People:
Pie, Sharif, Claudio, and Marcela were all fantastic and very happy to share their culture and experiences
Language:
Pie and Sharif are fluent in both Spanish… read more
Experience:
This was my first WorkAway and I stayed for about 2 weeks!
People:
Pie, Sharif, Claudio, and Marcela were all fantastic and very happy to share their culture and experiences
Language:
Pie and Sharif are fluent in both Spanish… read more
4 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jo Linn & Anna) for host
Our first workaway experience and it was a dream come true! Pie and Sharif are amazing, we had the best time spending evenings together with great food and great conversations. Our room was super comfortable and we always had the freshest fruits and veggies to cook with. The work in the wine fields was fun, we learned a lot about how a vine yard… read more
4 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Harry & Molly) for host
We were lucky enough to stay with pie and sharif for two weeks! Although we would have loved to have stayed for longer... they were excellent hosts who made the experience thoroughly enjoyable throughout! The work was great because you could pick and choose when to do your 5 hours throughout the day, meaning you got a lot of time to yourself and… read more
12 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Saki) for host
I spent incredible one month at their place and i seriously wished i could’ve stay longer!!!
Pie and Sharif, the coolest Malaysian people that I’ve ever met in my life, make beautiful wine, cook awesome meals and have so many great stories to tell. I really enjoyed talking with them, their friends and other volunteers at the dinner table. They… read more
Pie and Sharif, the coolest Malaysian people that I’ve ever met in my life, make beautiful wine, cook awesome meals and have so many great stories to tell. I really enjoyed talking with them, their friends and other volunteers at the dinner table. They… read more
22 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Leïla & Quentin) for host
Después mucho meses y mucho países pasado, quisiéramos compartir nos dos semanas de trabajo cortas pero muy agradable en los viñedos adentro de un paradisio. No tuvimos la suerte de encontrar Pie y Sharif pero estabamos muy feliz de encontrar Marcela y Claudio y fueron muy simpático con nosotros. Somos muy contentos porque pudimos apprender y… read more
13 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ricardo & Lynsey) for host
We had the most amazing time working at this beautiful vineyard and are so grateful to Claudio and Marcela for being such an awesome and generous host. We did not have the opportunity to meet Pie and Sharif bue we did hear they are amazing people and very good host. I stayed for 3 weeks between January-February and were made to feel completely at… read more
17 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Caroline & Luke) for host
What an amazing place!
This was our first Workaway experience and it was a really great way to start our trip in South America. The vineyard is really gorgeous, the work isn’t complex and Pie’s cooking is just divine.
Highly recommend spending some time here. We learnt a lot about the wine production process and spent a lot of time playing with… read more
This was our first Workaway experience and it was a really great way to start our trip in South America. The vineyard is really gorgeous, the work isn’t complex and Pie’s cooking is just divine.
Highly recommend spending some time here. We learnt a lot about the wine production process and spent a lot of time playing with… read more
22 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lynsey & Alex) for host
Wow, sorry for the delay in writing this.
So many nice things have been said already in response to Pie and Sharif’s generosity, kindness and spirit. We can absolutely affirm the praise present here. Pie and Sharif give so much. Delicious food, warm hospitality, the best accommodation we’ve seen in the five workaways we’ve done. Intelligence and… read more
So many nice things have been said already in response to Pie and Sharif’s generosity, kindness and spirit. We can absolutely affirm the praise present here. Pie and Sharif give so much. Delicious food, warm hospitality, the best accommodation we’ve seen in the five workaways we’ve done. Intelligence and… read more
3 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
It was the best workaway experience I have ever had :) Pie and Sharif are awesome people. I have felt at their place like at home. I could practice also my spanish with Marsala and Claudio and it was super fun to work together with them.
In short - this is workaway you will never forget :) I have spend there 5 weeks and I do not have any idea when… read more
In short - this is workaway you will never forget :) I have spend there 5 weeks and I do not have any idea when… read more
27 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie )
What a great pleasure it was for us to host Nathalie. She is an incredible you woman who was always keen to lend a hand, no matter the type of work. She is resourceful, quick thinking and very hard working. She is also very independent and would always find something to occupy her time. She was also wonderful at assimilating herself into our big… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nathalie ) for host
I know now why people leave such beautiful feedbacks... What can I say more? That I am more than grateful to Pie and Sharif who allowed me to be there and be part of the harvert. I enjoyed so much my time in the vineyard. Pie is a beautiful person, like a mum for all of us. She is a great cooker and always happy to help to make plan to enjoy the… read more
29 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rémy & Zoé) for host
We spent so much time here that it became a second house and we almost forgot to write about this amazing experience! We stayed at Pie & Sharif's in May, which means we have been able to follow almost the whole process of harvesting and pressing the last grapes. We learned a lot, in a joyful atmosphere, with Claudio's jokes, Marcela's reggaeton… read more
22 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Bex & Kate) for host
Thanks Pie, Sharif and all your beautiful cats and dogs for having us! :) we got to spend 2 weeks with this lovely couple and even though it was coming into off season and cold we still had a great time helping out in where we could, chilling with the animals and even got to help press wine. Pie is a AMAZING cook we were so lucky to get to spend… read more
10 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rana) for host
Holaaa :)
I know I am late to post my feedback but I haven't forgotten all the wonderful times spent at Pie and Sharif's place. I worked there for a month from mid March to mid April (and I regret it wasn't for a longer period). It is by far the best experience I've ever had, so many great things to say about this place full of beauty; Everyone… read more
I know I am late to post my feedback but I haven't forgotten all the wonderful times spent at Pie and Sharif's place. I worked there for a month from mid March to mid April (and I regret it wasn't for a longer period). It is by far the best experience I've ever had, so many great things to say about this place full of beauty; Everyone… read more
4 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (NATACHA)
Sadly Sharif and I were not around to meet Natasha nd Berengere but Marcela, Claudio and Ollie reported back to us on the girls.
Both are hard working and dedicated (despite the very hot working conditions in january). They are quick to pick up on what needs to be done and follow instructions well.
Marcela taught the some Chilean recipes ...… read more
Both are hard working and dedicated (despite the very hot working conditions in january). They are quick to pick up on what needs to be done and follow instructions well.
Marcela taught the some Chilean recipes ...… read more
(Excellent)
29 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (NATACHA) for host
Pasamos 2 semanas muy buenas en Colchagua al final de enero. Muchas gracias à Claudio, Marcela y Olie, compartimos muy buenos momentos : aprendimos a cocinar empañadas, pastel de choclo, jugamos a las cartas y charlamos sobre la cultura del vino. El trabajo en las viñas es bastante monótono y físico con el sol y el sufre, pero escuchando musica o… read more
28 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mike) for host
Beautiful setting. Awesome hosts. Great experience
28 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Leyla & Chris) for host
We stayed with Pie and Sharif for 3 weeks during our year of travel, and it was one of our favourite experiences of the year!
The work in both the vinyard and bodega was structured, and very varied and interesting... And the hours we worked were fair, especially given the appreciation and hospitality that we received in return. Pie and Sharif are… read more
The work in both the vinyard and bodega was structured, and very varied and interesting... And the hours we worked were fair, especially given the appreciation and hospitality that we received in return. Pie and Sharif are… read more
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
Jakob is an absolutely adorable young man who joined us for 3 weeks in February. We had such a terrific time all together with the other workdays and I am sure he will be very successful in whatever field he chooses.
he is always so sweet, and willing to help and can come back to us any time!
take care dear, hope you are having a great time on… read more
he is always so sweet, and willing to help and can come back to us any time!
take care dear, hope you are having a great time on… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
It's taken me a while to sit down at get this done but I worked here in February for 3 weeks.
If there is a work away Nobel price it goes to Sharif and Pie. They are funny, caring and I don't think welcoming says enough. I also learned quiet a lot I thought while staying here for 3 weeks.
And it was a really good break from backpacking. And don't… read more
If there is a work away Nobel price it goes to Sharif and Pie. They are funny, caring and I don't think welcoming says enough. I also learned quiet a lot I thought while staying here for 3 weeks.
And it was a really good break from backpacking. And don't… read more
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Liz & Jim )
Liz and Jim are, simply said, terrific. We still talk about them a lot and think of them frequently.
They are very hard working, very dedicated and a lot of fun!
Jim quickly took the leadership role amongst the workaways and both were an invaluable asset to us.
The work can be varied but whatever task we set them, they both approached with… read more
They are very hard working, very dedicated and a lot of fun!
Jim quickly took the leadership role amongst the workaways and both were an invaluable asset to us.
The work can be varied but whatever task we set them, they both approached with… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Liz & Jim ) for host
Sharif and Pie are dream workaday hosts, they were the most welcoming and generous people. We can honestly say we arrived as strangers and left as friends hoping to meet again. The work we were given was fair and varied. Sharif was always keen to impart his wine making knowledge, we definitely learnt a lot during our stay and sampled even more.… read more
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
Alexandra is a great woman who is a strategic thinker and quick to lend a hand. Her knowledge of wine from the commercial side was a great help to us and I loved my many and varied conversations with her.
She makes friends easily and was great fun to have around.
Thanks for all your hard work and stay in touch.
All the best
She makes friends easily and was great fun to have around.
Thanks for all your hard work and stay in touch.
All the best
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Noel & Trent)
Noel and Trent and a fabulous couple who joined us, for what seemed like, too short a time! Trent is clearly a born leader and quickly took responsibility for may things both in the vineyard and during our long nights bottling the wine. Noel is a tiny slip of a girl, but boy is she strong!
They were always a cheerful, quick to help couple who do… read more
They were always a cheerful, quick to help couple who do… read more
(Excellent)
22 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Noel & Trent) for host
What can we say other than this was the highlight of our entire trip to Chile. Pie and Sherif are such welcoming hosts, from day one we felt right at home. During our time we were able to work in the fields and have the priviledge of bottling their first commerical (delicious) wine! Every evening was spent talking, laughing, and eating (Pie's… read more
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Arthur & Merle)
Arthur and Merle joined us through a very hectic period of bottling and vineyard work. They are an absolutely delightful couple who always were happy to end a hand at whatever tasks there were. We had some very last night bottling wine but neither of them ever complained.
They are dedicated and hard workers who were a joy to have around.
I would… read more
They are dedicated and hard workers who were a joy to have around.
I would… read more
(Excellent)
27 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Arthur & Merle) for host
Exelenchi! It's the best word to use for describing our two weeks stay with Pie and Sharif. From day one we were welcomed with an open home and heart in a beautiful vineyard in Colchagua Valley. Pie and Sharif truly are fun-loving and caring couple to stay with. There is no day that passes without learning something new about winemaking or gaining… read more
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Louis)
Louis quickly became an integrated part of our eclectic community. A hard worker, Louis dedicated himself to all tasks at hand ... even before he started volunteering with us!
Louis is quick to make friends, is a dedicated and hard worker. Does not shy away from any tasks and was a huge asset to us.
Thanks again for all your help Louis and we… read more
Louis is quick to make friends, is a dedicated and hard worker. Does not shy away from any tasks and was a huge asset to us.
Thanks again for all your help Louis and we… read more
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Louis) for host
Many thanks to Pie, Sharif and the whole community that exists around their vineyard for a wonderful month. I found the work and the chance to learn about organic viticulture on a small scale rewarding and satisfying. I would highly reccomend this workaway to anyone who enjoys physical work and meeting new and interesting people (and cats!).
24 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (MaxSab)
Sabine and Max are an absolutely wonderful couple who joined us for two weeks in April.
Both are lateral thinkers who work well independently and together or as part of a team. They are both every helpful and attentive and are certainly not afraid of hard work.
We were so thrilled they could join us, even for a short time and would welcome them… read more
Both are lateral thinkers who work well independently and together or as part of a team. They are both every helpful and attentive and are certainly not afraid of hard work.
We were so thrilled they could join us, even for a short time and would welcome them… read more
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Denise) for host
Honestly don't know how to start because this experience is way better then I expected. Pie and Sharif are very fun, generous and thoughful and also easy to communicate with anything while my stay. Pie always cares about the volunteers and tries to do her best to make everyone feels like home.
It is my first workaway experience and it is the… read more
It is my first workaway experience and it is the… read more
13 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Denise)
Denise is an absolute gem. Responsible, independent and caring, we always knew we could trust Denise in any task we set her.
A very intelligent and hard working woman, we were totally impressed with her diligence. She quickly made friends in our community and I am sure she will maintain those friendships.
Actually, Denise requested to come… read more
A very intelligent and hard working woman, we were totally impressed with her diligence. She quickly made friends in our community and I am sure she will maintain those friendships.
Actually, Denise requested to come… read more
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lorene & Pablo) for host
Pie and Sharif, thank you to both of you for this experience.
The food was really good, Pie is a wonderful cooker.
We stayed one month in this place and this is a really nice place, really peaceful.
We also met Claudio, Marcela and Evelyn who are working all the year here and they are really nice people too.
We had the opportunity to meet… read more
The food was really good, Pie is a wonderful cooker.
We stayed one month in this place and this is a really nice place, really peaceful.
We also met Claudio, Marcela and Evelyn who are working all the year here and they are really nice people too.
We had the opportunity to meet… read more
13 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marine)
What to say, Marine is the best, we love her and she is our family now.
Marine arrived at a time when we had 2 other girls and the three of them quickly became friends.
Intelligent, hardworking, funny, responsible I can not think of enough adjectives to describe her. The time passed so quickly when Marine was around and we are very confident… read more
Marine arrived at a time when we had 2 other girls and the three of them quickly became friends.
Intelligent, hardworking, funny, responsible I can not think of enough adjectives to describe her. The time passed so quickly when Marine was around and we are very confident… read more
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marine) for host
Woh everything that have been said is so true, difficult to add anything else here... apart from a big thanks for everything!
Thank you for the warm welcoming, the delicious food (always), the wonderful parties and all that great time we had. I really felt part of the family during my stay and I only brought back amazing memories.
To workaways,… read more
Thank you for the warm welcoming, the delicious food (always), the wonderful parties and all that great time we had. I really felt part of the family during my stay and I only brought back amazing memories.
To workaways,… read more
13 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Taine)
Taine is an absolute sweetheart and there is no way to deny that! taine was incorporated rapidly into the community and quickly made a lot of friends,
Strong, hard working and always ready to lend a hand, Taine, and our group at the time, helped immeasurably.
For such a young man, Taine is very responsible and organised. Kudos to his parents… read more
Strong, hard working and always ready to lend a hand, Taine, and our group at the time, helped immeasurably.
For such a young man, Taine is very responsible and organised. Kudos to his parents… read more
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan & Angus)
Angus and Ryan are two wonderful Scottish boys. We had such a great time hosting them along with the other volunteers we had at the time.
hard working, bright, independent and resourceful they were a pleasant addition to our community and rapidly made friends. On top of that, Ryan is a great cook.
They were both always willing to jump in and… read more
hard working, bright, independent and resourceful they were a pleasant addition to our community and rapidly made friends. On top of that, Ryan is a great cook.
They were both always willing to jump in and… read more
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Harry)
Harry volunteered with us during Novemeber and was rapidly incorporated into the family and friends around.
A dedicated and hard worker Harry was also a blessing to have around for his humour, his sharp wit and energy.
Never afraid to jump in, Harry helped immeasurably in the bodega and in the vineyard. certainly he is not afraid of hard… read more
A dedicated and hard worker Harry was also a blessing to have around for his humour, his sharp wit and energy.
Never afraid to jump in, Harry helped immeasurably in the bodega and in the vineyard. certainly he is not afraid of hard… read more
(Excellent)
4 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
Pie and Sharif opened their house and their chocolate drawer to me for three incredible weeks. They are super generous, relaxed and tons of fun!
The basics... You help 25 hours a week between Monday and Friday in return for accommodation in the comfy workers' cottage or the main house, plus three square meals a day. Pie normally cooks dinner -… read more
The basics... You help 25 hours a week between Monday and Friday in return for accommodation in the comfy workers' cottage or the main house, plus three square meals a day. Pie normally cooks dinner -… read more
31 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Courtney ) for host
BEST WORKAWAY EVER. I loved my time at the vineyard. Pie and Sharif take hosting seriously and welcomed me immediately into their little Santa Ana family. It felt like I had arrived at the home of old friends and was made to feel at home right away. I stayed for three weeks filled with wine, laughs, and for some reason (…Sharif) rating the… read more
24 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
my review is certainly overdue :D
i had the best of times on your vineyard, you both are a pleasure to know - your kindness, generosity, magnanimity, knowledge and humour are unique - i'll come back any chance i get to work, learn and mingle more with you. i still talk about you and that time all the time if people ask me about my time in south… read more
i had the best of times on your vineyard, you both are a pleasure to know - your kindness, generosity, magnanimity, knowledge and humour are unique - i'll come back any chance i get to work, learn and mingle more with you. i still talk about you and that time all the time if people ask me about my time in south… read more
7 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
It was such a pleasure having Claudia stay with us for a month. She is a fun, hard working diligent worker. always ready to lend a hand. Independent, creative and trustworthy, Claudia would be a great addition in and situation.
Thank you so much for your time with us Claudia, it was wonderful and thank you again for all your help! Dont forget… read more
Thank you so much for your time with us Claudia, it was wonderful and thank you again for all your help! Dont forget… read more
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (CAMPAGNOL & Céline) for host
Pie, Sharif… :-)
When i arrived at your house i met new friends but, when i leaved you, one month later, i let a family in an ocean of tears !
Pie and Sharif are a funny couple full of generosity and happyness !
The location is very good and confortable, it taste home!
Tthe work was really interesting, you’ll learn a lot about… read more
When i arrived at your house i met new friends but, when i leaved you, one month later, i let a family in an ocean of tears !
Pie and Sharif are a funny couple full of generosity and happyness !
The location is very good and confortable, it taste home!
Tthe work was really interesting, you’ll learn a lot about… read more
5 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (CAMPAGNOL & Céline)
oh la la Caroline, our master sommelier, our new friend, our family.
Caroline joined us for nearly a month, at the same time we had Celine (also from france) and two American boys and what a time our family of 6 had!
Caroline was with us during the wine making stage and what an invaluable asset she was for us. hard working, inspiring, always… read more
Caroline joined us for nearly a month, at the same time we had Celine (also from france) and two American boys and what a time our family of 6 had!
Caroline was with us during the wine making stage and what an invaluable asset she was for us. hard working, inspiring, always… read more
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexisb)
Hi girls! Thank you for such a loving review. You two are so sweet.
And they are, for anyone reading this and wondering whether to take Sarah and Alexis on - DO!
What a joy it was having them around, even if the time did seem to go so quickly!
We had an amazing time. Weather was not always on our side and it was beginning to get very cold… read more
And they are, for anyone reading this and wondering whether to take Sarah and Alexis on - DO!
What a joy it was having them around, even if the time did seem to go so quickly!
We had an amazing time. Weather was not always on our side and it was beginning to get very cold… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Alexisb) for host
Where do we start? This is a question we asked ourselves many times before writing our review, mainly because we can't fit all of our feelings about Pie and Sharif into one post. So here's an attempt:
1. We can't imagine our journey to Chile without staying in Santa Ana with Pie and Sharif. The moment we stepped into their house they gave us… read more
1. We can't imagine our journey to Chile without staying in Santa Ana with Pie and Sharif. The moment we stepped into their house they gave us… read more
5 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Céline)
What can I say about Celine expect to say she is truly an amazing young woman.
Celine stayed with us for a month and was one of our most hard working workaways ever! Dedicated, diligent and very very funny Celine was very much loved by all.
She claimed she could not cook! Well, that is not the truth, Celine makes the best bread and the most… read more
Celine stayed with us for a month and was one of our most hard working workaways ever! Dedicated, diligent and very very funny Celine was very much loved by all.
She claimed she could not cook! Well, that is not the truth, Celine makes the best bread and the most… read more
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben & Daniel)
It has taken me a very long time to post this reply, for once in our lives we were completely gobsmacked by the review. Boys, you da best guays ever!
We had such a wonderful time during the period Dan and Ben were with us. At the same time we had two french girls so our family was 6 and what a time we had; filled with laughter, food, work,… read more
We had such a wonderful time during the period Dan and Ben were with us. At the same time we had two french girls so our family was 6 and what a time we had; filled with laughter, food, work,… read more
(Excellent)
31 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ben & Daniel) for host
We are witnesses to the many things that have been said in the other reviews. We could not have asked for better hosts than Pie and Sharif.
A few things to note if you plan on working for this dynamic duo:
1) You will be welcomed in as family. You'll have very comfortable living quarters, some amazing meals cooked by both Pi and Sharif, and… read more
A few things to note if you plan on working for this dynamic duo:
1) You will be welcomed in as family. You'll have very comfortable living quarters, some amazing meals cooked by both Pi and Sharif, and… read more
17 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rafael & Victória)
What can I say about Rafa and Vicki. I think it would be hard to find a sweeter more dedicated couple.
Both are very hard working and pay great attention to detail. Clean, neat and always happy to lend a hand, we were so happy to have them with us even for a short time. I wish it could have been longer.
Both are great cooks and before they… read more
Both are very hard working and pay great attention to detail. Clean, neat and always happy to lend a hand, we were so happy to have them with us even for a short time. I wish it could have been longer.
Both are great cooks and before they… read more
(Excellent)
7 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rafael & Victória) for host
What to say about this experience? It was amazing! Pie and Sharif are lovely people!
First of all we learned a lot about wine making. And i'm sure we'd learned a lot of more if we had more time there (we planned to stay just 2 weeks... unfortunately) Every day we had a routine of what to do, always supported by Sharif.
The food they provided was… read more
First of all we learned a lot about wine making. And i'm sure we'd learned a lot of more if we had more time there (we planned to stay just 2 weeks... unfortunately) Every day we had a routine of what to do, always supported by Sharif.
The food they provided was… read more
16 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (George & Maria)
George and Maria are truly a terrific couple. From the day they arrived they were fully hands on and thrown into the thick of things. They accepted all the challenges with aplomb. Never grumbling both were always keen to lend a hand no matter the job.
Quick to learn, conscientious and dedicated George and Maria were definitely a great asset.… read more
Quick to learn, conscientious and dedicated George and Maria were definitely a great asset.… read more
(Excellent)
16 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (George & Maria) for host
Staying and working with Pie and Sharif has been the highlight of our trip so far. They welcomed us into their home like old friends from day one and gave us a fantastic and memorable experience.
The wine making is taken very seriously and we were trusted to perform a lot of the necessary tasks ourselves. Sharif always was at hand should we need… read more
The wine making is taken very seriously and we were trusted to perform a lot of the necessary tasks ourselves. Sharif always was at hand should we need… read more
7 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Robin)
Sarah and Robin are a terrific couple, full of energy and life. They were a fabulous addition to our summer. Both hard working they were off in the fields daily, never a complaint and were always enthusiastic.
We wish you both every success i your endevours.
We wish you both every success i your endevours.
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Gregor & Veronique) for host
The best hosts we could have hoped for, Pie and Sharif welcomed us into their home like friends right from the start. It was exciting to be a part of their work as they are serious about what they do, while remembering to enjoy themselves at the same time. It was two weeks that we will never forget and we wish we could have stayed longer. We… read more
9 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Gregor & Veronique)
Gregor and Fraser are two of the nicest young men we have met. They immediately became an integral party of our small, eclectic community and made friends with everyone. It really was more like having family around with these two brothers.
Hard working, diligent easy going and friendly, I do not think there was a single person who did not take… read more
Hard working, diligent easy going and friendly, I do not think there was a single person who did not take… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (MeredithSantonelli) for host
This review is so incredibly overdue - I stayed with Pie and Sharif nearly a year ago, but it was so wonderful that still after all this time I owe them a rave review! This was my first and only workaway so far, and the experience was so fantastic it could make doing another difficult by comparison :-)
Pie and Sharif are so welcoming and… read more
Pie and Sharif are so welcoming and… read more
29 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (MeredithSantonelli)
What a sweetheart. Meredith was fabulous to have around and immediately became friends with everyone.
We were quite a big group when Meredith arrived and she quickly fit in and took on th work. This was Meredith's first workaway so we expected a bit of culture shock ... It did not seem there was one.
Hard working, friendly and always helpful… read more
We were quite a big group when Meredith arrived and she quickly fit in and took on th work. This was Meredith's first workaway so we expected a bit of culture shock ... It did not seem there was one.
Hard working, friendly and always helpful… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lydia & Tom)
Lydia and Tom are a fun and extremely hard working couple who sadly only had time to stay with us for two weeks. It would have been our pleasure to have them for longer as they quickly fit into the community and were friendly and easy for everyone to get along with.
Always quick to lend a hand, they also work quickly and efficiently and helped… read more
Always quick to lend a hand, they also work quickly and efficiently and helped… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lydia & Tom) for host
We had a fantastic two weeks working at the vineyard. Pie and Sharif are amazing people, very generous and welcoming. We feel very lucky to have worked on the vineyard and to have met such lovely people. The volunteer house is lovely and homely with a TV, kitchen and great shower, and Pie's cooking is amazing. We would love to come back in the… read more
14 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Brennan & Michelle)
I can not believe it has taken me this long to write this feedback. I have been very negligent.
Micha and Brennan were amazing. We can not begin to thank them enough for all their work. Long hard days and never a complaint, they always had a smile on their faces, even when cleaning the bodega from wine spills for the umpteenth time!
They are… read more
Micha and Brennan were amazing. We can not begin to thank them enough for all their work. Long hard days and never a complaint, they always had a smile on their faces, even when cleaning the bodega from wine spills for the umpteenth time!
They are… read more
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Iain & Stephanie)
Thanks so much guys for your lovely review. It is a rainy day so I too am now catching up on long overdue reviews!
I have been watching your amazing trip via facebook!
Steph and iain were so much fun to have around. They joined us for a couple of weeks in the summer. Despite the heat they never were a couple to complain, working long hours… read more
I have been watching your amazing trip via facebook!
Steph and iain were so much fun to have around. They joined us for a couple of weeks in the summer. Despite the heat they never were a couple to complain, working long hours… read more
(Excellent)
10 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Iain & Stephanie) for host
This is long overdue but:
I cannot put into words our experience at Pie and Sharif's vineyard. They are two of the nicest people you could possibly meet and working there for three weeks was one of our highlights of our trip.
So much love goes into caring for the vines and we learnt so much about the winemaking process and all the hard work… read more
I cannot put into words our experience at Pie and Sharif's vineyard. They are two of the nicest people you could possibly meet and working there for three weeks was one of our highlights of our trip.
So much love goes into caring for the vines and we learnt so much about the winemaking process and all the hard work… read more
14 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Juraj & Lucia)
A very late review but I have been extremely negligent, sorry about that.
Lucia and Jurag were meant to join us for a month. In the end only Lucia could come but Jurag would join us for the weekend as he had found a paying job but still worked his way through the weekend for us!
They are a very hard working, educated and interesting couple… read more
Lucia and Jurag were meant to join us for a month. In the end only Lucia could come but Jurag would join us for the weekend as he had found a paying job but still worked his way through the weekend for us!
They are a very hard working, educated and interesting couple… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Juraj & Lucia) for host
It is quite impossible for me to express in words how grateful I am for staying with Pie & Sharif in Santa Ana. I really enjoyed the work, the place and its vibe.
Pie and Sharif are not only passionate wine-makers, excellent cooks but amazing and friendly people full of energy, happy to share their vast knowledge that I admire so much.
I… read more
Pie and Sharif are not only passionate wine-makers, excellent cooks but amazing and friendly people full of energy, happy to share their vast knowledge that I admire so much.
I… read more
14 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Sol)
I am afraid I have been quite negligent in writing my reviews and for this I apologise.
Tom and Sole were such a cute, friendly and fun couple. They are both very artistic, play a variety of musical instruments and were a great addition to our household for a few short weeks.
Sole painted a gorgeous mural on one of our walls and also pimped… read more
Tom and Sole were such a cute, friendly and fun couple. They are both very artistic, play a variety of musical instruments and were a great addition to our household for a few short weeks.
Sole painted a gorgeous mural on one of our walls and also pimped… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Thomas & Sol) for host
We had a very nice time in our two and a half weeks with Pie and Sharif! They were very hospitable hosts with great senses of humor. We were always well provided for, with some of the best food we had on our whole trip. Pie treated us on occasion to delicious Malaysian and Sri Lankan vegetarian dishes. We arrived at the end of the season, so there… read more
14 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie & Jonathan)
Sophie and Jonny were such a pleasure to have around.
Always with a smile on their faces, they never complained even with the most boring of tasks and were always quick to lend a hand. They helped with the final touches of our ramada and during the pruning of the vineyard.
We also spent many a night chatting, eating and drinking and luckily… read more
Always with a smile on their faces, they never complained even with the most boring of tasks and were always quick to lend a hand. They helped with the final touches of our ramada and during the pruning of the vineyard.
We also spent many a night chatting, eating and drinking and luckily… read more
(Excellent)
12 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Sophie & Jonathan) for host
We had the most brilliant 3 weeks with Pie and Sharif and can not reccomend this Work Away experience highly enough...! We stayed in a lovely little cottage next to the main house with a kitchen, woodburning stove, all the tv you could ever need as well as a fantastic shower. After 4 months of travelling, it was like a dream!
During the week… read more
During the week… read more
23 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Daisy & Oliver) for host
We could not have dreamt of a better start to our trip, we stayed with Pie and Sharif for seven weeks and had an amazing time. The work was very enjoyable, we got the opportunity to be very hands on with the wine - harvests, sorting, pressing and looking after it most days. We learnt so much, they're both very knowledgeable and the experience was… read more
9 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Daisy & Oliver)
Should Daisy and Ollie write to you, say YES!
What wonderful, remarkable people. We cried when they left and we would have them back any time.
Not only are the diligent and hard workers, they are dependable, honest and go out of their way to help ... no matter what time of the night it is!
We were in wine production and the hours can be… read more
What wonderful, remarkable people. We cried when they left and we would have them back any time.
Not only are the diligent and hard workers, they are dependable, honest and go out of their way to help ... no matter what time of the night it is!
We were in wine production and the hours can be… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Allison) for host
Working at Pie and Sharif's vineyard was a great experience and I learned a lot about the harvest and wine processes. There was always something to do. Some days were short and some were long but it never felt like much work! There is always someone around to talk to. Claudio and Marcela were always patient with basic Spanish and helping us learn… read more
9 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Allison)
What a wonderful young woman Allison is! We miss her greatly, and, as with many of our workaways, we would be happy to have her back.
Allison stayed with us for just over a month, during harvest and wine making - always the toughest time of the year. Her dedication and diligence is amazing. Allison is a very hard worker who does not like to… read more
Allison stayed with us for just over a month, during harvest and wine making - always the toughest time of the year. Her dedication and diligence is amazing. Allison is a very hard worker who does not like to… read more
(Excellent)
4 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (AnnMarie & James) for host
Where can I begin to describe this amazing experience! We stayed on this breathtaking vineyard for four weeks and it was the final workaway of our little South American trip. What a fantastic way to end a trip. A definite 5 star experience! We were welcomed with open arms from the minute we arrived and made feel so at home. To begin with, Pie and… read more
29 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (AnnMarie & James)
Wow, what can I say. AnnMarie and James were fabulous and are much missed. They rapidly became an integral part of the community and were always a pleasure and joy to have around.
hard working, diligent, organised and born leaders we felt very comfortable leaving things in their hands. If they should choose to travle and workaway again take… read more
hard working, diligent, organised and born leaders we felt very comfortable leaving things in their hands. If they should choose to travle and workaway again take… read more
(Excellent)
23 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessie & David)
we miss you guys already! Hope you are having a fabulous time in Valpo.
Jesse and Dave are a wonderful young couple and it has been a huge pleasure getting to know them - not just for us but for everyone in our crazy eclectic community.
Hard working, strong, dedicated and always smiling, they are very much missed already and the house seemed… read more
Jesse and Dave are a wonderful young couple and it has been a huge pleasure getting to know them - not just for us but for everyone in our crazy eclectic community.
Hard working, strong, dedicated and always smiling, they are very much missed already and the house seemed… read more
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Jessie & David) for host
We have been gone from this place for about 8 hours and want to go straight back! If you get the opportunity you have to stay here!! Firstly pi and sharif are the most welcoming and friendly people you will meet making you feel right at home. The accommodation is fantastic and super comfy! As for the work I was on the vineyard weeding whilst Dave… read more
22 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Idris & Kate) for host
The review I'd like to leave is to tell any people wishing to stay here to "go to hell - we found them first, they're ours and you can't have them". But we care too much about Pie and Sharif to do this.
Our stay can be easily divided into two halves - 2 weeks being spent in the main house and two weeks in our own cottage. From day one, staying… read more
Our stay can be easily divided into two halves - 2 weeks being spent in the main house and two weeks in our own cottage. From day one, staying… read more
21 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Idris & Kate)
Idris and Kate proved to be an invaluable part of our little community here. Fun loving, hard working, kind and generous. I would have them back any day, today in fact, if they did not have to leave. If they choose to workaday again and you receive and inquiry from them, say yes. Truly wonderful people who are already missed.
have fun on your… read more
have fun on your… read more
(Excellent)
