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Nurture nature and enjoy the natural beauty of Fredrikstad, Norway

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Last activity : 11 Dec 2025

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IF you are not a Norwegian or EU citizen and are planning to visit to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA / AU PAIR PERMIT (if applicable). To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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Suddenly everything has changed and i may end up in the hospital for a few days. My big concern in this is my dog Tutu. i will need help to look after him or take him for walks when i cant..
If you are interested to help, have lots of feedback in workawayers community, feel free to contact me.

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TRAVELLERS!
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i live alone in Fredrikstad on the island of Kråkerøy. i have a young dog at home but need petsitting for him only occasionally..
i can only provide accomodation so meals are not included.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Interests
Hiking
Vegetarian or vegan
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Plant care
Photography
Music
Gardening
Animals
Nature
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
it is mainly up to you, i am used With ppl of various backgrounds n cultures in the house as i was active in hosting ppl for quite a period of time both here and participating in couchsurfing earlier.
Help
Mostly gardening ..Watering plants,removing weeds,mowning grass,.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
Polish: Fluent
Swedish: Fluent
Accommodation
you will stay in my place . that is two rooms flat with a big garden.Basically a couch in the tv-room.the couch is not foldable..
What else ...
the place is around 3 kms from the very center of Fredrikstad. ideal for bike trips..nice nature around...Hvaler islands nearby.Oslo is one hour by train.the grocery shop is just across the street.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Can possibly accept pets
Depending if friendly yes.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Tutu (1 year)
Crazy podenco ibicenco!!

Host ref number: 999632856519

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28 Sep 2025

Left by Workawayer (Ange84) for host

Renata îs a Workaway host worthy meeting!
I totally recommend her, especially if you're a beginner with workaway and want to expand your experience at most.

Indeed, I could get to nurture the earth, a beautiful occasion to get grounded and be able to enjoy some of the amazing places around Fredrikstad!
Interacting with this really welcoming host… read more

(Very good )

8 Aug 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Lia)

Thank you Lia for choosing my place.It was a pleasure to have you here.Thanks for your efforts to make my garden looking nicer..you were really very helpful .you were great with my dog,and you are the only workawayer i really trusted to take him for walks..😉Thank you for helping me to find "Katedralen" on the Herføl island..all in all you are… read more

(Excellent )

4 Aug 2025

Left by Workawayer (Lia) for host

My experience with Renata was very very positive and I really hope to return to her place soon. Her apartment is really very nice, clean and perfect for two people, clearly as made clear in the profile the spaces are to be shared. Renata is very helpful, welcoming and is certainly a kind-hearted person, she is absolutely willing to help and share… read more

(Excellent )

17 Jul 2025

Left by Workawayer (Michał) for host

I stayed with Renata from May 31, 2025, to June 28, 2025. I wanted to sincerely thank her for her stay and recommend her as a fantastic host!

What did I do during my stay?

In the garden, I leveled the grass, changed the line on the string mower, mowed the grass with both the mechanical and string mowers, watered the garden, first prepared and… read more set up the pole pruner, then used it to cut weeds, pulled weeds, planted flowers in both flower beds and pots, fertilized, loosened the soil, raked, sowed grass and flowers, painted the garden table and chairs, installed garden lights, improved the assembly and stabilization of the garden umbrella, and assembled the frame for the hammock. Then I was the guinea pig, testing the hammock. The first time I sat in it, or rather, tried to do it, I... in a moment was sitting on the ground. The second time, I had my hands ready to land on the ground – and that was a good idea, because they actually came in handy. The third attempt, however, was a complete success 😊. A little tip for hammock testers: you have to sit slowly. I also caught snails. Years later, I discovered that doing track and field (sprints) in college actually came in handy.

At home, in the bathroom, I was fixing the toilet seat and unclogging the sink drain. In the tool room, I was unclogging the sink drain. In the kitchen, I removed and installed the glass panels on the oven door because they needed cleaning.

While his owner was away, I kept a two-year-old Ibizan Hound (Podenco Ibicenco / Ibizan Warren Hound) company. I calmed him down before and after explosions. This is because in Norway, when the neighbors are building a house, sometimes you have to use dynamite. Among the more enjoyable things than explosions, we enjoyed ear-twisting, rubbing his pink muzzle, and blowing on his whiskers. The dog is well-behaved, friendly, and cheerful.

Renata always asked if I would be able to do this or that and if I was up to the task, so if I said I couldn't do something, I probably wouldn't have to do it.

Renata was helpful throughout my stay. If I asked for anything, she always helped. She let me use her bike, and I visited many interesting places. She suggested what to see in the area and told me about the attractions of these places. I visited these places, took tons of photos, and filmed many videos.

Renata suggested what food products to buy in Norway for myself or as gifts, and informed me on which products, in which store, and for how much. So I was full and happy, because a well-fed person is a happy person.

I teach children, teenagers, and adults online, and in June, the school year was still in session, so I needed a quiet place where I could do it. This was important to me. Renata arranged a space where I could easily conduct my lessons.

We agreed that I would cover my own meals, but she still treated me to fruit, sweets, freshly baked bread, homemade cakes, croissants, rolls, tarts, candy bars, and other local products.

Renata would be happy to host someone responsible.

(Excellent )

29 Jun 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Michał)

Michael visited me again in June .(earlier thru a barter group on Facebook).He is a very skillfull and basically can fix everything at home and in the garden.This time from painting pink my bistroset to unclogging pipes. I appreciate his efforts in the garden from mowing the grass to planting flowers.
Michael is very reliable and responsible which… read more

(Excellent )

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28 Sep 2025

Left by Workawayer (Ange84) for host

(Very good)

8 Aug 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Lia)

(Excellent)

4 Aug 2025

Left by Workawayer (Lia) for host

(Excellent)

17 Jul 2025

Left by Workawayer (Michał) for host

(Excellent)

29 Jun 2025

Left by host for Workawayer (Michał)

(Excellent)

8 Jul 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (Tai-Hsuan)

Wen stayed at my place just a few days from Monday 1stJuly till 5th. For him it was his first workaway experience.and i am glad he liked my place and my crazy puppy dog.Wen helped me in the garden and also looking for my puppy when i was away. As he is supposed to travel for the next 4 months i wish him good luck with his trip. Thank you for… read more

(Excellent)

5 Jul 2024

Left by Workawayer (Tai-Hsuan) for host

For first time being a workawayer, fortunately, I have Renata's host. The house is cozy and the garden is beautiful as well. Especially the little puppy Tutu is cute and adorable.
Renata told me lots of beautiful spots in Fredrikstad and Kråkerøy, we shared different cultures with each other. At the same time, I found that Renata is a… read more

(Excellent)

19 Jun 2024

Left by host for Workawayer (Luigi)

Luigi stayed at my place from 8th June till 19th..He is a quiet and very considerate person.. but unfortunately i cant speak Italian and he cant speak English so we had to use Google translator to communicate😄.My puppy absolutely adored him..so thank you for coming and enjoying Fredrikstad..!!Happy travels!! ps: thanks for a cake .i really… read more

(Very good)

18 Jun 2024

Left by Workawayer (Luigi) for host

I had a very good time at Renata's house (the house is also very beautiful) with her beautiful, playful dog Tutu, he is a very affectionate dog, perhaps one of the best I have ever seen. And Renata is a very kind person. I recommend everyone to have an experience here at Renata's. You will find yourself very well and the city of Friedrikstad is… read more

(Excellent)

3 Sep 2023

Left by Workawayer (MonikaMol) for host

I spent only few days with Renata, but it was a great experience. I loved the place she lives, her cozy appartment and the very interesting city - Fredrikstad. Renata is a very hospitable and kind host. I also enjoyed visiting Fredrikstad and Skjærhalden with her and her dog - Lola. Thank you very much for this great workaway adventure.

(Excellent)

2 Sep 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (MonikaMol)

Monika stayed with me from 24.08.23 till 29.08.23 . She is really a great workawayer, extremely friendly and kind..
she helped me alot in my garden which is highly appreciated. she was also great with my dog Lola..
if you ever have a chance to host Monika, dont hesitate, you wont regret it...
it was really a pleasure to have Monika at my place… read more

(Excellent)

23 Sep 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Michalina & Kinga)

Michalina and Kinga are really great workawayers. They are very helpfull,easy to communicate with and super friendly..They looked after my dog Lola in a very good way and Lola was in safe hands for a week.. They sent me updates on a regular basis when i was away travelling.. I really appreciate it.. and wish all the worlawayers were like Michalina… read more

(Excellent)

20 Sep 2022

Left by Workawayer (Michalina & Kinga) for host

Renata decided to left Lola with us for only one week ,but we will remember it for long. Renata was truly cheerful and welcoming. She gave us all of the instructions relating to the house and Lola. That's why we felt totally safe and comfortable in her beautiful flat.
Lola was one of the most sociable and friendly dog that we've met. We've spent… read more

(Excellent)

15 Aug 2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena)

Magdalena was a dream workawayer to me.very friendly, helpsome,responsible and really flexible.She took care of my two dogs for about a week while i travelled.i really appreciate yr help and thanks alt for everything,for swedts you brought me from Poland.i wish u many happy travels and you are always welcome!!

(Excellent)

29 Apr 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Marlena)

hi,
i am glad to hear that i was Marlena`s first host.,..She is a very friendly, responsible person and she looked after my two fourlegged friends while i was away,,,she updated me nearly every day about the situation at home and i knew my dogs were at good hands...thanks for choosing me and for tasty sweets from Poland. anytime you are near… read more

(Excellent)

25 Apr 2019

Left by Workawayer (Marlena) for host

I've stayed at Renata's for almost two weeks, I took care of two awesome galgos while she was out for Easter. It was my first workaway experience and a great time for me (and I hope that for Lola and Loulou as well), thank you for trust. Renata is a very interesting and friendly person, I truly recommend her and her adorable pets :)

(Excellent)

26 Jan 2019

Left by Workawayer (CESAR & TANIA) for host

We loved Lolo&Lola!! :) we had a great time taking care of them. We stay at Renata's flat for almost 3 weeks and everything was great; it's in a small and beautiful town, near a lake (that was frozen at that time!!), and you can easily walk to the city center, mall and coffees. Thanks to Renata for trusting us for the house and pet sitting, and… read more

(Excellent)

25 Jan 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (CESAR & TANIA)

Thanks Tania and Cesar for choosing my place and to look after my dogs...
i do appreciate your help alot!i wish you many happy travels in the future.

(Excellent)

9 Apr 2015

Left by Workawayer (Kinga & Bartosz) for host

We've spent 2 weeks in Renata's flat, taking care of her dog, Lola. It was a great time - the flat is very comfortable (with a forest just behind the door, lovely surroundigs!), Renata is a warm, friendly person who really cares about her guests, and of course - Lola is a full of love, funny dog who loves to eat, run and be pet. :) Lola might be a… read more

(Excellent)

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