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Last replied
26 Feb 2024
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Description
Roberto and I (Maria) live on a little farm 100 km from central Buenos Aires, the capital of Argetina. We grow vegetables and share our quiet life with three lovely cats, and a very energetic dog called Tito.
We need help with making and tending to a vegetable garden. There is also a variety of other tasks to help with here for five hours a day.
Neither of us are vegetarian, but I enjoy making and eating vegetarian style dishes. We provide breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks (merienda etc).
Playing tennis at our local club is one of our passions, as well as working and being outdoors.
I have travelled as a workawayer in the past, and enjoyed learning about such different cultures that I decided to do it with my own home.
Smoking is allowed but only outide.
We travel to Sao Paulo Brazil approximately every three months and it may be that they stay alone for a few days. We also tell them before they arrive in case there is any problem :))
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Buenos Aires is a big, cultural city, we have plenty of advice and tips about it. It takes two and a half hours by bus or train from Zarate.
The farm is 15km from Zarate, a busy industrial city with lots of activity. It has plenty of shops, restaurants and bars, we visit it frequently and can offer you lifts as well.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need a sociable person able to help in the vegetable garden and sometimes with house repairs in Buenos Aires or Costa Del Este. This will include moving furniture around or fixing, as well as potentially painting.
Work in the vegetable garden includes: weeding, planting, tending to and watering the plants.
We are also able to help you in your Spanish if needed, and it will improve our English at the same time!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
I can help you with improving your spanish
Accommodation
In exchange, you will be provided with accomodation in a big bedroom shared by the volunteers.
There is a smaller room available with a double bed for couples.
Two bathrooms are available for use by the volunteers.
What else ...
We offer lifts to Zarate, the nearest city.
And we can give you information about the most important places to see in Buenos Aires.We travel to Sao Paulo Brazil approximately every three months and it may be that they stay alone for a few days. We also tell them before they arrive in case there is any problem :))
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
We have space for motorhomr in the farm
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 973128154541
Feedback (23)
21 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ivo & Sarah) for host
Maria y Roberto son dos personas expecial, amable y muy disponible
Pasamos 10 días maravillosos en su pequeña granja. Siempre hay trabajo pero se hace con mucho gusto porque el lugar es bonito y la compañía aún mejor. Las comidas siempre son compartidas y hablar con María y Roberto es un gran placer. Nos hicieron compañía los tres preciosos gatos… read more
Pasamos 10 días maravillosos en su pequeña granja. Siempre hay trabajo pero se hace con mucho gusto porque el lugar es bonito y la compañía aún mejor. Las comidas siempre son compartidas y hablar con María y Roberto es un gran placer. Nos hicieron compañía los tres preciosos gatos… read more
18 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Cecilia)
Cecilia estuvo con nosotros mas de 1 mes
Atenta 100% a todas las actividades Aprendió muy rápido y nos sorprendió por su buena disposición a toda hora
Nos ayudo en la huerta y en la casa Todo genial con Cecilia!!
Atenta 100% a todas las actividades Aprendió muy rápido y nos sorprendió por su buena disposición a toda hora
Nos ayudo en la huerta y en la casa Todo genial con Cecilia!!
(Excellent
)
17 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Cecilia) for host
En la casa de María y Roberto pasé días hermosos! Fue mi primer experiencia de voluntariado y me encantó. Aprendí mucho sobre plantines, control agroecológico de plagas, lombricompuesto, distintos cultivos.
Conversamos un montón, cocinamos, jugamos bananagram, compartimos con su familia y vecinos.
Me sentí muy bien allí, desde ya que ustedes son… read more
Conversamos un montón, cocinamos, jugamos bananagram, compartimos con su familia y vecinos.
Me sentí muy bien allí, desde ya que ustedes son… read more
9 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Clément) for host
Fui voluntario durante 3 semanas en esta granja este verano. Fue mi primera experiencia como un voluntario pero una experiencia increible para mi.
Fui el único voluntario durante esas semanas, entonces viví al ritmo de vida de Maria y Roberto ! Una linda acogida !
Comíamos la comida de la granja que era muy rica !
El trabajo puede ser fisico y… read more
Fui el único voluntario durante esas semanas, entonces viví al ritmo de vida de Maria y Roberto ! Una linda acogida !
Comíamos la comida de la granja que era muy rica !
El trabajo puede ser fisico y… read more
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21 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ivo & Sarah) for host
Maria y Roberto son dos personas expecial, amable y muy disponible
Pasamos 10 días maravillosos en su pequeña granja. Siempre hay trabajo pero se hace con mucho gusto porque el lugar es bonito y la compañía aún mejor. Las comidas siempre son compartidas y hablar con María y Roberto es un gran placer. Nos hicieron compañía los tres preciosos gatos… read more
Pasamos 10 días maravillosos en su pequeña granja. Siempre hay trabajo pero se hace con mucho gusto porque el lugar es bonito y la compañía aún mejor. Las comidas siempre son compartidas y hablar con María y Roberto es un gran placer. Nos hicieron compañía los tres preciosos gatos… read more
18 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Cecilia)
Cecilia estuvo con nosotros mas de 1 mes
Atenta 100% a todas las actividades Aprendió muy rápido y nos sorprendió por su buena disposición a toda hora
Nos ayudo en la huerta y en la casa Todo genial con Cecilia!!
Atenta 100% a todas las actividades Aprendió muy rápido y nos sorprendió por su buena disposición a toda hora
Nos ayudo en la huerta y en la casa Todo genial con Cecilia!!
(Excellent
)
17 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Cecilia) for host
En la casa de María y Roberto pasé días hermosos! Fue mi primer experiencia de voluntariado y me encantó. Aprendí mucho sobre plantines, control agroecológico de plagas, lombricompuesto, distintos cultivos.
Conversamos un montón, cocinamos, jugamos bananagram, compartimos con su familia y vecinos.
Me sentí muy bien allí, desde ya que ustedes son… read more
Conversamos un montón, cocinamos, jugamos bananagram, compartimos con su familia y vecinos.
Me sentí muy bien allí, desde ya que ustedes son… read more
9 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Clément) for host
Fui voluntario durante 3 semanas en esta granja este verano. Fue mi primera experiencia como un voluntario pero una experiencia increible para mi.
Fui el único voluntario durante esas semanas, entonces viví al ritmo de vida de Maria y Roberto ! Una linda acogida !
Comíamos la comida de la granja que era muy rica !
El trabajo puede ser fisico y… read more
Fui el único voluntario durante esas semanas, entonces viví al ritmo de vida de Maria y Roberto ! Una linda acogida !
Comíamos la comida de la granja que era muy rica !
El trabajo puede ser fisico y… read more
17 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Valentine) for host
Esta fue mi primera experiencia de workaway. Y fue muy positiva.
Discuple por mi espanol, pero voy a tratar de escribir en espanol!
Maria y Roberto son adorables, agradables, divertidos! Son muy positivos y bondadosos
Me ensenaron espanol durante el mes! He praticado jugando al bananagram!
Vivi en su casa como una persona de familia, comi muy… read more
Discuple por mi espanol, pero voy a tratar de escribir en espanol!
Maria y Roberto son adorables, agradables, divertidos! Son muy positivos y bondadosos
Me ensenaron espanol durante el mes! He praticado jugando al bananagram!
Vivi en su casa como una persona de familia, comi muy… read more
20 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Jacob) for host
We are so so thankful for Maria hosting us. Unfortunately we weren’t able to stay for our full intended week, needing to get back to BA for some visa/admin requirements. Regardless, our time spent was very enjoyable and if circumstances were different - we would have stayed longer.
We only met Roberto briefly one night as he had to leave for… read more
We only met Roberto briefly one night as he had to leave for… read more
7 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Enrique)
Enrique is a very nice person.
He knows a lot and we were able to exchange many experiences!
He is a very sociable person and we talk a lot about his travels, about his country and family. I feel we won a friend. Thank you for sharing these 3 weeks and success in your next destinations.
He knows a lot and we were able to exchange many experiences!
He is a very sociable person and we talk a lot about his travels, about his country and family. I feel we won a friend. Thank you for sharing these 3 weeks and success in your next destinations.
(Excellent
)
27 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Enrique) for host
I volunteered here for 3 weeks and they went by way too fast! Roberto and Maria are the bests hosts! They are very friendly, fun and bring you apart of their home. They were happy to introduce me to their neighbors, friends and family. Volunteering here taught me a lot about Argentine cooking, culture, gardening and language. The work was… read more
31 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Brian)
Brain is a very respectful person especially in family activities. On the farm it was a shame that Roberto had not been (due to health and work problems) was always prepared for all the work, solving in a practical and fast way all the activities he needed. He cooked delicious French food. Really a beautiful stay that I will not forget You will… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Brian) for host
I'll do my feedback in English Maria, you understand it's not just between us from now on.
Arrived here after a not so good first experience of workaway and what a turn! Maria is so empathic, enthusiastic and care taking. During my stay I had the opportunity to be deep immersed in the Argentinian family life. How nice and generous are all the… read more
Arrived here after a not so good first experience of workaway and what a turn! Maria is so empathic, enthusiastic and care taking. During my stay I had the opportunity to be deep immersed in the Argentinian family life. How nice and generous are all the… read more
24 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel, es un voluntario muy positivo , alegre , trabajador y siempre colaboro y nos ayudo en todo . Siempre atento a las tareas que se necesitaron hacer y hacia todo perfecto. Entendia perfecto las consignas y siempre con buen humor GRACIAS DANIEL POR TODO !!... perdon por no escribir antes tu feedback :)
(Excellent
)
15 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
Fiquei com Maria e Roberto por quase 2 meses e foi uma experiência ótima!! Sempre felizes com um novo assunto para conversar, o que foi ótimo para aprender o idioma e aprendi muito com eles hehehe são pessoas muitos boas.
O campo é incrível! As plantações, os gatos (saudades da Fifi) e o Tito hahah
Me receberam na casa de braços abertos, com um… read more
O campo é incrível! As plantações, os gatos (saudades da Fifi) e o Tito hahah
Me receberam na casa de braços abertos, com um… read more
24 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (hobruns)
Holger, Robin for us was a hardworking volunteer always collaborating in everything and we shared many moments chatting, playing pinpon and banana grams. We share photos and we cook a typical German dish and many chocolate and oatmeal cookies. You will always be welcome in our farm.
(Excellent
)
23 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (hobruns) for host
My time at Maria and Roberto’s house was more than awesome!!
They are very friendly, open and fun people. I felt welcome and at home the first day I got there and I enjoyed all my time staying there. (In case you don‘t speak spanish: both of them know perfect english and are willing to help you improve your spanish skills.)
The food Maria cooks is… read more
They are very friendly, open and fun people. I felt welcome and at home the first day I got there and I enjoyed all my time staying there. (In case you don‘t speak spanish: both of them know perfect english and are willing to help you improve your spanish skills.)
The food Maria cooks is… read more
17 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Silas)
Silas is incredible!
Thanks for helping us. Always attentive to what we need and quickly understand how to help. You are always welcome! Have a beautiful trip!
Regards Roberto y Maria
Silas es increible!!
Gracias por ayudarnos. Siempre atento a lo que necesitamos y rápido entiende como ayudar . Siempre seras bienvenido! Que tengas un hermoso… read more
Thanks for helping us. Always attentive to what we need and quickly understand how to help. You are always welcome! Have a beautiful trip!
Regards Roberto y Maria
Silas es increible!!
Gracias por ayudarnos. Siempre atento a lo que necesitamos y rápido entiende como ayudar . Siempre seras bienvenido! Que tengas un hermoso… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Silas) for host
Maria y Roberto, Gracias por todos! Ustedes son muy amables y no yo podría haber pedido una experencia mejor primera de workaway. la comida, la conversacion y la practica de idiomas era muy bueno!
Gracias por compartiendo tu casa conmigo!!
What a good experience. maria and roberto are really great people and it was a pleasure to volunteer at… read more
Gracias por compartiendo tu casa conmigo!!
What a good experience. maria and roberto are really great people and it was a pleasure to volunteer at… read more
14 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Glauber) for host
I could thankfully explore this hosts staying while cooperating with their useful initiative.
Maria is very knowledgeable and available to share her expertise about farmstay.
Beyond to his different skills, Roberto is widely wise. He was always open to exchange life experiences.
You can hopefully learn a lot with them while enjoying the amazing… read more
Maria is very knowledgeable and available to share her expertise about farmstay.
Beyond to his different skills, Roberto is widely wise. He was always open to exchange life experiences.
You can hopefully learn a lot with them while enjoying the amazing… read more
12 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Naira) for host
This was my first Workaway experience, I stayed with Maria and Roberto for about a month and it was amazing! They really made me feel at home and part of the community in Paraje Ortiz. We had Sunday lunches with Maria´s family, got to know the neighbors (many who had workawayers as well), shared so many stories and thoughts and ate lots of good… read more
3 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jana & Mattia) for host
We had a great time here with Maria and Roberto.
This is a beautiful campo!
The help itself was fair, we did a mix of landscaping, gardening, cooking and harvesting.
Maria and Roberto have helped us a lot to improve our (almost non-existent) Spanish and we had great conversations with them during lunches and dinners. Which included such… read more
This is a beautiful campo!
The help itself was fair, we did a mix of landscaping, gardening, cooking and harvesting.
Maria and Roberto have helped us a lot to improve our (almost non-existent) Spanish and we had great conversations with them during lunches and dinners. Which included such… read more
11 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Emeline & David)
Emeline y David son increíbles Ellos son capaces de adaptarse rápidamente y tomar decisiones por si mismos . Tengo que agradecerles infinitamente por ayudarnos en la granja en todos los aspectos. Y principalmente por ayudar a otros voluntarios que estaban necesitados de ayuda . Son muy sociales y en el curso de construccion en barro nos quedamos… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Emeline & David) for host
Pasamos dos semanas muy interesantes con Maria y Roberto en su granja y con los vecinos.
Aprendimos mucho sobre la huerta y tambien tuvimos la oportunidad de participar a un taller de construccion de barro/adobe con una de sus vecinas.
Recomendamos a todos ir a visitarles y descubrir su huerta.
Ademas, la comida es riquissima :)
Que todo les vaya… read more
Aprendimos mucho sobre la huerta y tambien tuvimos la oportunidad de participar a un taller de construccion de barro/adobe con una de sus vecinas.
Recomendamos a todos ir a visitarles y descubrir su huerta.
Ademas, la comida es riquissima :)
Que todo les vaya… read more
8 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabian)
Sorry for the delay!! Fabian was very helpful in our project and was definitely a great company. He helped us with anything we requested, always in an exellent mood.
Good musician and photographer,we rediscover our farm throught his shots.You are always wellcome and we are looking forward to seeing you and your girlfriend soon.Thanks Fabian for… read more
Good musician and photographer,we rediscover our farm throught his shots.You are always wellcome and we are looking forward to seeing you and your girlfriend soon.Thanks Fabian for… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Fabian) for host
I stayed at the form for almost two months, where should I start.. To keep it simple, it was an amazing experience. I recommend it for everyone! Right at the beginning I was welcomed in such a kind way. Maria and Roberto are very nice people.
And if you want to, you can learn so much! No matter if you have questions about the farm life in general… read more
And if you want to, you can learn so much! No matter if you have questions about the farm life in general… read more
8 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alessandra & Jonathan)
Jonathan and Alexandra stayed with us for two weeks in December.They are really hard workers helping with enthusiasm in everything you can imagine in the farm,we shared every meal and also swapped recipes. Sometimes we spoke three languages simultaneously, Spanish, English and Portuguese, we got a lot of fun! You guys were like members of the… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alessandra & Jonathan) for host
It couldn't have been better! We stayed at Maria's for a bit more than 2 weeks and it was wonderful. They are so lovely, patient and open mind. We had our own room and shared every single meal, which a great opportunity to talk and get to know each other. We also enjoyed Tito's company, besides the cats. I can garantee that it is a place you can… read more
1 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rose)
Rouse stayed in our farm for four weeks in December. She is very kind and eager to help in anything you need, always smiling and in a good mood.
Rouse we hope we can meet here or somewhere else, thank you for all your help.Cuidate mucho y esperamos que sigas disfrutando de tus viajes.Saludos a tu familia.
Rouse we hope we can meet here or somewhere else, thank you for all your help.Cuidate mucho y esperamos que sigas disfrutando de tus viajes.Saludos a tu familia.
(Excellent
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27 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rose) for host
Maria and Roberto welcomed me into their home for an amazing four weeks. In this time, i tended to the vegetable garden, helped maintain their other properties and was given an insight into Argentinian family life. Im very grateful to Maria for her delicious vegetarian cooking, and her ability to fix absolutely anything! And i'm thankful to… read more
4 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Vinicius Martyn) for host
Yo estuve en el campo con Maria y Roberto durante 2 meses y medio, fue un tiempo buenissimo, Roberto siempre con un assunto interesante para charlar, y Maria hace una ensalada buenissima!
És un lugar lindo y agradable, y me senti en casa.
És un lugar lindo y agradable, y me senti en casa.
26 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Vinicius Martyn)
Vinizius estuvo en nuestra granja mas de dos meses mientras hacia su curso de Somelier . Es una persona muy sensible , respetuosa , atenta y principalmente interesado en aprender . Compartimos mucho tiempo juntos y sin duda lo vamos a extrañar Te deseamos mucha suerte con tus futuros host y exitos en tu vida!!
(Excellent
)
15 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristina & Alexander)
Alex and Kristine. These guys were absolutely fantastic! Hard working,willing and enthusiastic no mather the job. If their travels ever bring them this way again,they are more than wellcome. So, nice job guys! and thank you for helping out at the farm!
(Excellent
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11 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Kristina & Alexander) for host
We spent two great weeks with these wonderful people. Maria and Roberto made us feel like home from the very beginning. They are a really nice guys, interesting company and amazing cooks - the food was just delicious!
The farm itself is nice and cozy. We've learnt many things about rural life, plants, etc.
We've been invited to all their events,… read more
The farm itself is nice and cozy. We've learnt many things about rural life, plants, etc.
We've been invited to all their events,… read more
24 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)
Petter was an excellent helper and a great helper with the animals or with the vegetables. Petter enjoyed taking with us . I highly recommend you accept their offer.
Many thanks Petter good luck with your travels, hope to see you again, maybe!
Many thanks Petter good luck with your travels, hope to see you again, maybe!
(Excellent
)
18 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host
I had a great time with Maria and Roberto! Even if you are more into cities, I strongly suggest you to give it a go and get some experience on that kind of farm life. Though the work is real, the experience you get is also very real which cannot be obtained any else way but working on a farm like this. You may work in the garden as well as with… read more
5 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Artur)
Artur!! fue muy lindo compartir con vos nuestros días. Sos muy alegre y positivo , nos divertimos mucho y nos ayudaste mucho en la granja !! Te deseo lo mejor! sos una gran persona y mama y mi familia quedo feliz de conocerte también!! Siempre seras bienvenido!!
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Artur) for host
Tuve una experiencia genial con estos excelentes anfitriones.
Pude aprender más acerca del trabajo en el campo, con la huerta, con las vacas y la yegua. Todo muy bien organizado y estructurado.
Roberto y Maria son personas muy especiales, con mentes abiertas a nuevas ideas y proyectos.
Siempre comíamos juntos a la mesa, donde tuvimos charlas de… read more
Pude aprender más acerca del trabajo en el campo, con la huerta, con las vacas y la yegua. Todo muy bien organizado y estructurado.
Roberto y Maria son personas muy especiales, con mentes abiertas a nuevas ideas y proyectos.
Siempre comíamos juntos a la mesa, donde tuvimos charlas de… read more
5 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Bryce)
Brice stayed with us for two months helping in our farm.He is a really hard worker who loves to help in every thing, milking, gardening, building a shed, cooking, cleaning etc,(also playing the guitar and singing!!!).It was a pleasure to have him with us.
I recommend him to any future host without hesitation and would welcome him back as a… read more
I recommend him to any future host without hesitation and would welcome him back as a… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Bryce) for host
Ésta fue mi primera experiencia con Work Away, y yo tuve la gran suerte estar con Roberto y María. Son una pareja re-amable. Me abrieron su corazón así como su casa y me llevaron a hacer amigos con sus familiares y amigos. Gracias Roberto por tu sonrisa y tus largas charlas sobre política, cultura, y la vida. Gracias María por tu personalidad… read more
14 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)
Ryan stayed with us for two weeks, helped mainly around the every day tasks in the farm.
Thank you for all the help Ryan and good luck in your future travels.
Thank you for all the help Ryan and good luck in your future travels.
(Very good
)
11 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ryan) for host
I stayed with Maria & Roberto for 3 weeks and it was really good!
They are both great cooks with is essential after hard work on the farm. The food is amazing.
What I found really cool though is that they take you to see their family and their whole family is really cool and easy going which is nice to see.
I would definitely recommend staying… read more
They are both great cooks with is essential after hard work on the farm. The food is amazing.
What I found really cool though is that they take you to see their family and their whole family is really cool and easy going which is nice to see.
I would definitely recommend staying… read more
