Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 3

Elena was an outstanding volunteer and a real pleasure to host. She cooked delicious traditional French meals and baked an amazing orange cake that everyone loved. She helped a lot around the house by cleaning and preparing rooms, and she put great effort into the garden — protecting the tomato plants and planting many seeds such as melons and pumpkins. She was very kind and comfortable with our dogs and also helped my mom when needed, which we really appreciated. She got along wonderfully with the other volunteers and brought a great energy to group activities, especially during game nights playing Dixit. We would certainly welcome her back and highly recommend her to other hosts.

Cherry came here for his first Workaway experience, and also for his first trip outside China, and everything went very well. He was always ready and willing to help with anything that needed to be done in the house, without hesitation and without watching the clock, even on Sundays. His English is improving day by day, and it was a pleasure for me to contribute to his improvement not only in terms of language communication, but also as a person experiencing life outside his home country for the first time. He proved to be open to the new cultural experiences we offered him. Highly recommended to all future hosts.

Saylik is a really nice and lovely young woman who we had the joy of having as a guest for 4 weeks, she is very kind and she has a great humor, we laughed a lot with her 😍 She also got really well along with the other workawayers we had at the time she was here, she's good at socializing and having a great time with others. And she also knows when to retrieve and take good care of herself and have some peace and quiet time 😍 She's very good with children it seems, she definitely was here in our home 🙏😍😍🙏 my daughter really loves her ❤️ Saylik helped with a lot of different things and she made the scavenger hunt for the big birthday party, and prepared it for many days in between other tasks and she really made a good job with it, and it was a hard job since it was for teenagers 😁🥰🙏 And Saylik embroidered the front of a little bag for the Enola Holmes costume, she was so great at it and it was such a big gift that she said she could do that bc if it hadn't been for her I don't think this bag would've been finished in time 🙏I don't think Saylik had done much embroidery if any before, so it was so cool and so wonderful that she wanted to embark on that big task, she spend many hours and many days on this big project and the result is so beautiful. ❤️🙏❤️ Saylik is very pleasant to be around and she's very honest about herself and her life which is so nice bc then we always could just talk straightforward about things, situations, feelings etc❤️🙏❤️ We missed Saylik after she had left and we actually would have loved for her to stay longer. She's so wonderful and cool, sweet and very kind, intelligent and have so many great views on life 😍 We warmly recommend her as a workawayer 🙏❤️🙏 And Saylik you're always welcome back here 😍

Kiki is a great volunteer - lots of gardening skills, good company, great cook, and very dedicated to her tasks. She is observant and proactive and needs almost no guidance. We had many meals with interesting conversations (she has a fascinating profession) and had some good laughs. I very much recommend Kiki as a volunteer!

We had 9 wonderful and unforgettable days in Lurah Bilut! Your family is amazing and we really enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere and conversations. From the very first moment, we felt incredibly welcome and at home — there were no hidden expectations or “work,” just pure time to unwind (our favorite spot was definitely the hammock in the tree house). The children are lovely and especially Sophia is always up to something and we taged along. With her and Yati we played a lot of card games such as Skyjo and Shithead. We also took the bikes for a ride through the village. In addition to a lot of fun we had the best food made by the best cook, Yati! One of our highlights was the spontaneous trip to the farm, where Zaki showed us everything he grows and also the pizza making in the self-build oven! The night market every friday is a chance to meet local people, we talked with two teenagers for 2 hours :) Overall it was the perfect end to our 5 months of traveling! Thank you very much for having us - hopefully we can come back sometime!

I stayed at the homestead of Jenna and Devid in October for three weeks. It was a fantastic experience for me to try an off-grid life in the beautiful nature. They have a cabin for guests and I stayed there. It was really cozy and comfortable. I worked for 5 hours per day, 5 days per week. There were various tasks, like digging holes, wood work (peeling, cutting), chopping, building fence for puppies, taking care of huskies, playing with kids, cooking, etc... Jenna always asked me which tasks I feel comfortable to do, so we always made sure to have the great communication between us! October was perfect for me. In the middle of October it started snow, so I enjoyed the change of the sceneries. I saw northern lights on some days. In the free time, I walked in the forest or along the river. They also taught me how to do carving so I did some carving projects. They also let us use a canoe to go down the river. On the last days, the river got frozen so we did skating together. They also taught me how to hunt and skin animals. It was such a precious experience. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay in the homestead. I thank Jenna and David to host me, and Celia and Juniper to play with me. I never forget the memories together with you, especially moose sushi we made together.

Fè & Sam joined us for a week here to help us begin the challenging task pruning our olive grove. Surprisingly for Sicily, the weather was pretty unstable making daily chores outside more complicated giving rise to a truer countryside experience that included mud.  Fè & Sam appeared to embrace the isolation of our location and were able to work with guidance and supervision preparing, sorting and clearing branches from the olives trees to be shredded.  We enjoyed getting to know them in more depth during shared meal times and we appreciated hearing about their life experiences and individual studies in different cities. They brought with them the energy of a nearly formed relationship making themselves more independent during non working hours.

Pi Joe and Pi Joy were always friendly, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. They supported us with every question we had and made sure we felt comfortable at all times. We were always invited to join social activities, which made the experience even more special and inclusive. They consistently provided us with delicious meals and were very attentive to our individual needs, which we truly appreciated. Khanom is truly a hidden gem, surrounded by beautiful nature, close to lovely cafés, and near a beautiful beach. We highly recommend staying here.

Namaste Chiho Thank you so much for your kind words. You brought great enthusiasm, openness, and positive energy to the farm, and it was a pleasure hosting you here. We’re glad your first experience with permaculture and farm life felt meaningful, and that the small moments—from hands-on work to time with the cows—stayed with you. your special skills should include team work and planning and execution. Wishing you many more enriching journeys ahead, and you’ll always be welcome back here.

Thank you, Tejal. You were very clear and forthcoming about what you wanted to learn here, and we appreciated the thought and intent you brought after stepping away from your tech career. You approached farm work with sincerity and hard work, participating wholeheartedly in daily activities while also engaging thoughtfully with the larger ideas around sustainability, livelihood, and future possibilities. Your business sense, openness to learning, and hands-on attitude made your time here meaningful for us as well. We wish you clarity and confidence as you explore your next path ahead.

It was a pleasure to host Anne for a few days. She was great company and a willing helper around the house. She also cooked dinner for us one evening. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to other hosts.

Roger was a pleasure to host during his stay with us. He is an extremely polite person with fantastic manners and a very respectful attitude towards both people and the home environment. He kept his living space very clean and always showed consideration for shared areas. Roger works very well when given clear instructions. He is calm, and able to complete tasks independently once he understands what is required. He approached his work with a positive attitude and reliability. Overall, Roger was a great help and a very pleasant person to have around.

This was my first Workaway experience and it was a very positive one. The atmosphere was calm and friendly, with plenty of free time. The location is central and very convenient, and the work was easy and not stressful. There are also many opportunities to go on excursions outside Sofia and explore nature and nearby places. The common area, with a pool table and a shared kitchen, is a great place to meet people and socialize. Overall, it was a pleasant and relaxed experience; thank you all.

It was a pleasure for us to meet Rafael. He had good times with everyone. Didn't hesitate to help us with anything, and thanks to him most of our blades are sharp enough now :)

I can’t say how grateful I was to have Mona and Grigor staying in our house. Two extremely kind and respectful people who looked after everything perfectly. The communication was great, letting me know whenever there was mail or writing a quick question on WhatsApp if they were unsure about anything. When we arrived home, the whole house had been cleaned from top to bottom with fresh bed sheets. I can absolutely recommend them, together with their two dogs. Thank you!

I had an awesome experience at Rajesh's place! I stayed for one week, and honestly, I could have stayed much longer. During my stay, I was able to explore Kochi on my own, and Rajesh also took the time to show me some amazing places around the area. As a newbie to massage, I learned so much about it during my stay. Rajesh is not only super friendly and professional but also very open about sharing his knowledge and experiences, both from abroad and within India, including its rich culture and the specifics of Kerala. If you're looking for an authentic experience and want to learn more about his massage techniques as well as Indian culture, I would highly recommend staying with Rajesh!

This was my first workaway experience and I loved it ! I stayed there for two months in November and December 2025, and I really liked the experience. The work was simple and well explained, and I met great people there, some of them I’ve stayed in contact with to this day. Oliver and Ori are very welcoming, Ori took me to be part of the Halloween parade in the city of Trim on my first day there, and Oliver and his family welcomed me and another workawayer to their Christmas dinner ! There is a bus stop within walking distance to go to Dublin, and Oliver was often offering to drive us to the bus stop, or to take us to the city of Navan when he has business there for a day out. There is a sauna close by, and the people working there are all very nice (you can get a free session if you’re nice and you work at the campsite!), a coffee shop is open on the weekend, the barista is amazing and she’s now a good friend of mine (hi Ruby!) and you can also participate to some yoga sessions at the dome if it’s your thing ! Overall, this is a lovely place with a super welcoming community. A big thank you to everyone there, I hope to see you all again sometime ! xx

We stayed with Laure and her beautiful animals for a few weeks. We helped in many different tasks such as: picking flowers and herbs, organizing tools, cutting the grass, planting and pruning. Laure's really cool and cheerful, sometimes we worked alongside with her and other days we managed our own schedule. Most of the times we cooked and ate together and we loved the fact that she made sure we had a very "French" experience by sharing nice cheeses, local wines and we even had a Racclette night with her friends! Her animals have the same good vibe as her, Babe can seem as "the difficult one" at first but she'll win your heart and you won't forget her :) Outside work, we were able to enjoy the area by taking walks on the near by forest (we even saw some deers!) and also went to Saumur with her a few times. Saumur has a very nice market on Saturday mornings and outside of that is a nice town to visit, walk around the Loire and depending on the time you can find some local events or even visit the castle. Something nice about the area is that is very bike friendly and if you don't mind the uphills you can visit very interesting caves and castles. Our experience at Laure's place was so complete and fun that is hard to put down in words. We are extremely thankful to her for an amazing time and we wish to come back so we can continue helping her project grow. ps. we already miss everybody!!

A holistically transformational experience mentally, emotionally and creatively... Raan gave me an opportunity of a lifetime to explore and evolve. Must visit for anyone in search of a peaceful natural sanctuary and community focused ecosystem.

Chihiro was the very first workawayer we hosted and we truly couldn't have wished for better start!! It was such a pleasure to have her in our home...always happy with a bright smile on her face, full of positive energy, polite and always eager to help with the daily tasks that occur in a family home. Our kids loved having her around, playing games and taking walks together through our peaceful neighbourhood. We shared so many good laughes, interesting conversations and our exchange about the similarities and differences between Japanese and German culture was also very rewarding. Chihiro even brought some spices from her home country and cooked a traditional Japanese meal for us! We absolutely appreciated her being with us and her help and inspiration during this lovely week we spent together. Thanks for everything, you are always welcome in our home, dear Chihiro!!