Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 3

Me and my sister stayed for four weeks here and had a great time. The cats, dogs, cow, pig, sheep, and horses are a delight for any animal lover and so wonderful to be around. The people were also very kind, and especially Isa is such a wonderful and fun person. She has a beautiful way with all the animals, and we were able to learn a lot from her. She was also always open to adjusting the work schedule if we wanted to take a day off to explore the area. The facilities are very nice and modern, and there is even a gym that volunteers can use. With that being said, there are a few things you may want to be aware of when working here. Firstly, we were four volunteers sharing a relatively small bedroom with limited storage space, so it could get a bit messy at times. The bathrooms are located at the stable and are also used by others, so privacy is basically non existant. The small kitchen was shared between the volunteers and one of the grooms. The equipment is very basic, so good communication about who uses it and when is important. The grooms only speak Spanish, so it helps a lot if you know at least a little Spanish. There are additional apartments and a larger kitchen for guests, which were mostly unoccupied during our stay except for one weekend. Being able to use those facilities might have made things a bit easier. Food and spices are not provided, and Costa Rica is generally an expensive country, so be prepared to spend quite a lot on groceries. Work usually runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and can be physically demanding but it's fun. We spent quite a lot of time sitting around and waiting for the next task because there wasn't a lot to do at times. We were able to ride about once a week, which unfortunately was a bit less than I had hoped for. However, the lessons we did get to participate in were great, and Isa is a very good teacher. The farm is located in a very quiet and natural area, which is beautiful and peaceful. However, it can also make getting around a bit more difficult. The closest beach is about 7 km away and Tamarindo about 13 km. Unfortunately, the bicycles are currently not in good enough condition to use. Uber is an option, although it can be unreliable and pretty expensive. We ended up renting a car for a week, which cost us approximately 750 USD. If you are aware of these points and love being around animals, you can definitely have a great time here. Once we got used to how things work on the farm, we truly enjoyed our stay.

We had a very good time with Felicity, she is always willing to help and make the best of the workaway experience. Enjoyed her crochet knitting and interesting conversations.

Abi was very appreciative of all the daily details; the room, the food, the work, the dog, our conversations, etc. And that makes it a very nice experience for the host. She is respectful, attentive, confortable with the hard outdoor work as well as the household cleaning and the indoor construction tasks. I wish she could have stayed more than 3 weeks! You would be lucky to have her as a volunteer. Thank you Abi!

I really enjoyed working with Katarina! Although she was only here for a few days, she gave me a hand with all sorts of tasks – from housework and cooking to outdoor jobs like tending to the plants, chopping wood, and harvesting, etc. We got on really well, and there were plenty of moments to relax and go out on the spur of the moment. Thanks again for stopping by; I wish you all the best!

Angels! Im so grateful that we are finding eachother with such a level of Collaboration, Love, Responsibility and Accountability on Sourcing the new Regenerative Culture. Give thanks for your Supportive Inter-Being dear ones! 💚

Edu a été un super workawayer, toujours très ponctuel, prêt à aider, intelligent, rigoureux. Il était aussi parfaitement respectueux de notre maison et de notre mode de vie. Il est ouvert, sympa, nous avons passé de très bons moments, sa présence était efficace, et légère à la fois. Un gars très sympa, tout comme son amie ! Je recommande vivement !

Josh was friendly, attentive to the needs of the house and respectful. He enjoyed the physical work of the outdoors as well as the indoor work. He was amazing with keeping the dishes always clean of everyone. What a treat! I recommend Josh as a great volunteer. I wish he could have stayed more than 10 days.

Zoe is a brilliant and highly dedicated horsewoman. During her time with us, she was a great support, and we would have gladly kept her longer. Her diligent, thoughtful, and reliable nature was a great asset to us, our guests, and our horses. She works very well both independently and as part of a team. During her time with us, we received a lot of positive feedback from our riding guests; everyone felt they were in good hands with her.

Frédéric a passé une semaine dans ma maison, son souhait était de parler allemand avec moi ( ma langue maternelle) et bien sûr de me donner un coup de main pour le jardinage du printemps. J’espère qu’il a trouvé son compte côté langue allemande, j’ai donné un « cours » quelques matins, pour le reste de la conversation nous avons parlé français. J’étais très contente de sa contribution dans le jardin, et dans une petite semaine, mon jardin avait une très bonne allure : quelques légumes plantés , des arbustes et la vigne taillés, la pelouse tendue. J’ai trouvé en Frédéric une personne ouverte d’esprit, facile à vivre, il s’est très bien adapté à mon rythme de vie. Nous avons passé des bons moments à discuter, à découvrir l’environnement proche, à jouet au jeux de société. Je lui souhaite encore plein de bonnes expériences dans le workaway.

I had a wonderful time with Kim, Peter, Cristina, and the other Workawayers. It was a great experience, and I learned a lot. Kim and her family gave me a warm welcome, it felt like home for the three weeks i stayed there. The many animals on the farm live a wonderful life, its such a lovely place. Thank so much for this great experience!

Clara estuvo ayudando en nuestro hostal por 3 semanas. Fue una linda experiencia haberla tenido entre nuestro Staff porque es una persona muy simpatica, amable, creativa, amistosa, comunicativa. Compartio muchos lindos momentos junto a sus compañeros y tambien junto a los pasajeros del hostal. Todos los dias la vimos con mucho animo y energia haciendo las cosas. Es una persona que transmite muy buenas vibras. Tuvo la grestion de hacer clases de Yoga en nuestro hostal lo que resulto mejor de lo que pensabamos. Esperamos que algun dia regrese a nuestro hostal, estaremos muy felices de verla nuevamente.

Our first Workaway experience with Laurent was amazing. Laurent was a wonderful host. He communicated clearly, cooked delicious meals, made sure the tasks were varied, and was always open for a conversation. We worked mostly in the forest, pruning and clearing different parts. We also got the opportunity to build a small storage hut! The garden, farm, and forest are beautiful and you will always find something new to discover. We stayed in the studio next to his house which was very comfortable and had everything we needed. It was also fun to interact with his energetic dogs and farmanimals. We would recommend this place to everyone!

I spent one month here and had a really lovely experience. My hosts were kind, welcoming and made me feel comfortable from the beginning. They cooked delicious vegetarian meals and it was nice to share meals together and talk in the evenings. The daily work mainly involved taking care of the animals at the sanctuary: donkeys, goats, sheep, pigs, geese, hens, cats and dogs. Tasks included picking up poo, giving fresh water, preparing food and feeding the animals. Sometimes there were other jobs like cleaning the sheds with fresh bedding or helping with small house tasks. The work was simple and meaningful, especially if you enjoy being around animals. The location is beautiful. The house is less than a 10-minute walk from the ocean and the Beara Peninsula is truly stunning, with great hiking in the hills nearby. My hosts also took me on a car trip to explore more of the peninsula, which I really appreciated. They were also happy to give me lifts when needed. Overall it was a peaceful place to spend time, connect with animals and enjoy the wild beauty of the Beara Peninsula. I would happily recommend this place to other Workawayers who enjoy animals and nature. Thank you again for welcoming me for this month — I hope to come back and visit again in the future.

We highly recommend Lieze! She house-sat and cared for our two cats over the holidays, then stayed with us for an additional three weeks. She is exceptionally capable, handling all household tasks to a high standard and with a smile on her face. Lieze is incredibly kind and patient - she developed a close relationship with our children, and our youngest still misses her. Lieze was a joy to have around and is welcome back at any time.

I spent 6 days at Vittorio's peaceful place surrounded by beautiful and wild nature. Although it was quite cold, as it was still February, we managed to stay active and work on several different indoor and outdoor projects such as chocolate making, proofing a fence for his new agroforestry plantation, herb picking, cooking and some building tasks. Every day was always different which kept life flowing naturally and the experience interesting. Vittorio was very welcoming, fun and always happy to share his deep knowledge and passion for nature, birds and animals. I especially enjoyed our cooking sessions together and Vittorio shared many amazing and healthy ways of making different local foods. It was also great to meet some of his friends and go on a hike together to explore an old castle in the area. I definitely recommend to stay at Vittorio's for anyone who's interested in hands on learning about permaculture, sustainability or edible plants and herbs! Grazie Vittorio :)

Highly recommended! Myriam and Stephan are absolutely LOVELY people! We had a truly wonderful time over the ten days we spent together. They were very helpful with various tasks in the garden and around the house. They just knew exactly what needed to be done. We also had nice conversations, and their dog, Jimmy, is an absolut sweetheart! I was very sad when they had to move on, but I’m also very glad we got to know each other. I hope we see each other again.

I had a short yet incredible stay at Danny’s place! It was my very first workaway and I really didn’t know what to expect. Danny was very helpful even before I arrived. The farm is very beautiful and it is awesome to see what he has built from the ground. He is very organized on daily tasks and I really appreciate that he taught me some much about farm life and trusted me with some not so easy tasks. He is patient and open minded. He is very easy to communicate with, and has a good sense of humour. I enjoyed our conversations and sometimes they really mad me think. I appreciated the meals he cooked every day, they were delicious, fresh and healthy! Oh and the best coconuts of course! When the night comes, the place is very peaceful and magical! all I could hear was the wind brushing the leaves and sometimes dogs or roosters from the neighborhood. A great time to have a cup of herbal tea freshly picked from the garden, sit by the fire, or just watch the stars with a good company! I am really hoping to go back to curaçao one day and visit this wonderful and peaceful place again!

It was a real pleasure hosting Frieda and Mirel and i would definitly recommend them to other hosts! They fitted and adapted well in our community and helped a lot with the project , there were happy in group as well as independently and were always bringing good vibe, good food recipies and great music to the place :)

Raul is a very calm person and is open to talking to you, creating a soft and relaxed atmosphere. The location is surrounded by nature, perfect if you're looking for tranquility. The work was challenging but well-planned. All safety devices were provided. It was a very nice experience, thanks to Raul for his support. I hope to see you again soon, and good luck with your great project.

I had a really lovely stay at his place. Unfortunately I decided to leave a bit earlier because of the heat, but the time I spent there was truly special. He has created a beautiful home surrounded by nature, and it’s inspiring to see how much care and dedication he puts not only into the house itself but also into the land around it. He has a lot of knowledge about the area, the culture, and many other topics, and he genuinely enjoys sharing and having meaningful conversations. If you’re curious about India, its culture, or life in general, this is a wonderful place to ask questions and learn. He is also very thoughtful about the heat and makes sure volunteers don’t have to work too much during the hottest parts of the day. Above all, he’s simply a kind and genuine person. I’m very grateful for the time I spent there.