Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 4

I've stayed with Lisa and Mario for 1 month and I have to say I really enjoyed my time with them, they are super nice people and the kids are lovely. Since I love physical work I also really enjoyed helping them at the farm. They would always ask me if I needed anything, and also asked me if I wanted to join them for some activities outside of work. It's been a wonderful experience and I hope to meet them again!

Mi experiencia en este lugar fue muy significativa y enriquecedora en muchos sentidos. Desde el primer momento me sentí muy bien recibida y acompañada por Marcel, Romi y Manu. Algo que valoro mucho es que los turnos están bien organizados, con tareas y horarios claros, lo que te permite disponer de tu tiempo libre y organizarte. A la vez, hay flexibilidad si necesitás cambiar tus días libres. En general la mayoría de los huéspedes son extranjeros, lo cual hace que cada día estés escuchando idiomas, historias y cosmovisiones distintas. Si bien el lugar está a unos 5 km del centro y la frecuencia de los colectivos es limitada, esto se compensa con el entorno natural. Estar cerca del río y rodeada de naturaleza hace que estar en el hostel sea un plan en sí mismo. Además, a veces hay bicicletas disponibles y es bastante común moverse haciendo dedo. Le agradezco especialmente a Marcel por motivarme a retomar mis clases de español. Me brindó material creado por él mismo y también el espacio para poder dar los encuentros. Creo que es un lugar que puede ser muy transformador. De alguna manera, le brinda a cada persona lo que está necesitando en el momento en que lo visita. Gracias por todo !

Anouk is great fun. We hope she returns soon.

Super chill, flexible, really skilled Swiss drywall builder that a lot of fun to have around. Has his own Sleeping place, a beautiful camper. Highly recommended guest.

Izzy e Evie fueron excelentes workayers! Maravillosas cuidadoras del huerto, muy cariñosas con los animales y los niños... siempre flexibles a los cambios y muy adaptables!! Les tocaron semanas muy duras de clima y aún así muy entusiastas en las labores diarias. Sin duda excepcionales! Las tenemos en nuestro corazón siempre y esperamos volver a verlas en el futuro. Sin duda maravillosa experiencia!

It was the best experiences I’ve had, thank you, Claudia, Stefan and Madeline, for such a warm welcome. The best part of this experience for me was getting to know you. I already miss you all 🫶🏽 Your home has such a warm and relaxed atmosphere, and I truly felt at home. I really enjoyed the daily rhythm, working in the garden, watching everything grow (and constantly being overgrown with weeds 😁), and then slowing down in the evening, enjoying the sunset and drinking kombucha 😊. Thank you for everything. It was a really special experience for me. I’m looking forward to seeing you again, wherever it may be. Sára

Maja and charlotte were a delight to host, always willing to do any tasks asked of them without hesitation or problems. They were very polite and respectful. It was a pleasure to host them both. I hope your travels are fun and adventurous and we wish you both the best. Thank you for your help and company.

Theo and lucie were supposed to come early march but flights got changed due to the middle east conflict, then the date changed again, then no contact and no show! This was very annoying as I had turned down several others and ended up with no one, no help when needed and waisted opportunities for other travellers. Very disappointed.

Franzi is a very happy, joyful and positive soul. She was so helpful with the bakery, plumbing, cleaning and dog sitting. Wherever you need her she has the motivation and initiative! We connected from the beginning and even Vivi loved her immediatley. Whatever you need her to do she showed the energy and was ready to work. Also in our free time we spent a lot of time together partying, on markets and even went on a Trip together. You are always welcome with us ❤️ hope to see you soon!

Incredible experience. 10/10. I spent a month and a half in Umbria, and if it weren't for the Schengen rule, I may be there still. I learned so much about Italian grapes and the winemaking process. I was involved in every aspect, from the picking of the grapes to the pouring of the bottle. It was definitely hard work, but also so much fun. During the week, I had enough time after work to go for a run or play guitar or just lay in the sun. I even started learning to paint. On the weekends, Iacopo took us on trips to see the surrounding areas, which were all incredible. Central Italy is absolutely stunning. Swimming in the baths of Narni is an experience I will not soon forget. Eating lunch and dinner all together every day was definitely a highlight. Not to mention Iacopo’s wine, which is delicious, 100/10. This is a perfect workaway for the culinarily inclined, as Iacopo's preference is red meat for every meal. Hahaha. He will buy vegetables, you just have to ask! I had so much fun in the kitchen cooking for everyone, trying out new recipes and learning classic Italian ones too. I loved going to the bar every morning for a cappuccino and conversing (or trying to converse more like) with the local people. Iacopo’s family and Italian workers all made me feel so very welcome. And I miss the winery cats, Misha and Leo, every day. Umbria is such a special place, and will forever be near and dear to my heart. This was definitely one of my very favorite workaways to date. Grazie mille, Iacopo. Alla prossima.

I spent a month with Lila and JayaSri and I truly enjoyed every single day. Almost every day brought new tasks, which made the experience incredibly varied and exciting. There was also plenty of free time, which I used to explore the beautiful nature around the farm. During that time, I was lucky enough to see platypuses, wallabies, and many other amazing animals. JayaSri's cooking is absolutely delicious and wonderfully diverse – something I will definitely miss. The family is so warm, open-minded, and full of joy. Some evenings turned into unforgettable karaoke nights that lasted late into the night. They were so much fun that even I found it hard to put the microphone down in the end ;) As this was my very first Workaway experience, I truly couldn’t have imagined it any better. The time I spent with you has made me braver and more confident, and I am deeply grateful for that <3

Heartwarming stay in killcare. Cheryl and the two dogs are amazing to spend time with. Volunteering here was a great experience, the work wasn’t like you were having a manager over your head and having strict deadlines but more “ helping a friend move a few things around and miscellaneous tasks for a few hours in the morning” Cheryl’s and kind, talkative lady and having her and the dogs to be with and play with, was rewarding enough. The dogs Bouddi and Kayah are VERY intelligent dogs. They understand a lot and are trained and completely trust worthy (for me) to be around. Would love to visit again in the future and learn more about you. Luke

La mia esperienza da Workaway è stata molto gratificante per l'incontro, il luogo, il paesaggio e l'atmosfera. Sienna è una persona molto interessante e mai banale. Abbiamo scoperto di avere molti punti in contatto e questo ha reso il nostro incontro davvero intenso. La casa dove mi ha ospitato si trova nel centro storico di Sisteron, dove c'è tutto quello che avrei voluto trovare, ma che forse non avrei osato chiedere: dalle botteghe bio al mercato settimanale dei produttori, il museo gallo-romano e il caffè espresso con la torta sottile di mele, le librerie e i negozi dell'usato, infiniti percorsi a piedi nei boschi e sulla montagna.. E le lingue: francese, inglese, spagnolo...e italiano. Grazie.

Martha y Alex son magníficas personas, nos apoyaron con diversas tareas principalmente en la cosecha del café, y lo hicieron increible. Trabajar, vivir y compartir momentos con ellos fue realmente mágico. Alex tiene muchisimo talento en la cocina, y nos ayudaba preparando cenas , postres y delicias cada día, nunca dejo de experimentar, crear nuevas recetas etc. Martha tiene un espiritu de colaboración increible y un divertidísimo sentido del humor, siempre estaba atenta a las tareas en las que se podía sumar, aportando lo mejor de ella, juntos ellos dos, su dinamica... Wow es increible y son voluntarios con personalidades y habilidades muy útiles en cualquier granja, o espacio comunitario, realmente los extrañamos pero sabemos que seguirán brillando en donde sea que vayan. Por cierto el español de ambos es muy bueno, nunca tuvimos que hablar en ingles, y eso es algo que disfruto bastante cuando los viajeros tienen la intencion de aprender la lengua que aqui hablamos <3

Sara stayed with us for over three weeks, and having her here truly felt like having an old friend visiting from the past. Since she speaks Czech, we were able to communicate in our native languages – Claudia in Slovak and she in Czech – which made everything feel very natural and close. Even Madeline could speak Slovak with her, which was really special for us. Sara is a very warm-hearted person who laughs a lot and brings a light, joyful energy with her. She worked very independently, completed her tasks reliably, and often even worked longer than expected just because she wanted to help. She also took initiative on her own, for example cleaning without being asked, which was a great help to us. One very special moment was when she tried to cook traditional Slovak/Czech food for the first time in her life. Even though she says she doesn’t like cooking much, she really gave it a try and we all enjoyed it a lot – and she was proud that she managed it. She was also wonderful with Madeline. In the evenings we played games, talked for hours, and drank our homemade kombucha together. We shared many laughs and meaningful conversations. Sara was our longest-staying Workawayer, and having someone here for more than three weeks was a truly positive experience because we had the chance to really get to know each other. By the end, it honestly felt like we had gained a good friend. Saying goodbye was not easy, and we will remember this time together very fondly ❤️

I stayed with this wonderful family for two months and, if possible, it was the most authentic and beautiful experience I’ve ever had. Robin is an incredibly kind and welcoming person: she makes you feel comfortable from the very first moment and brings joy just with her presence. Grant is extremely patient, sweet, with great practical skills and experience; working alongside him is a continuous learning experience. He always has a joke ready and knows how to make you smile even on busy days. The house is beautiful, surrounded by nature, a true little paradise. The location is perfect: only 15 minutes from the ocean and close to lovely small towns like Bellingen. It’s a peaceful rural area, yet still well connected to bigger places like Coffs Harbour. The work is suitable for everyone. They are very flexible and happy to adapt tasks based on your preferences and abilities. The variety of work is amazing: during my stay, I went from walking the dogs to digging holes for the foundations of a small house. This allowed me to learn so much and discover new skills, which I truly appreciated! On top of the wonderful people, there are also many lovely animals around the house that make the experience even more special… impossible not to fall in love with them! In conclusion, I highly recommend this experience to everyone: it’s not just a place to stay, but a real home, with a family ready to welcome you and share their love and knowledge. If you’re looking for an authentic experience with a typical Aussie family and want to be inspired by genuine and wonderful people, this is the perfect place for you! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

Candice and Julian stayed with us for two weeks and were the first couple to visit us on our finca. We truly enjoyed having them here and sharing this time together. They are a very sweet and kind couple, and it was a pleasure to have them around us and around Madeline. They worked very independently, were quick to understand tasks, flexible, and reliable. We appreciated that we could trust them to take initiative and manage their work without needing constant guidance. Beyond the work, they were also simply wonderful people to have around. We spent a lot of time talking and sharing experiences, which made the whole stay feel very natural and enjoyable. Even though they live quite a different lifestyle back home, we really bonded and felt a genuine connection with them. They were also very gentle and kind around Madeline and about our parenting which meant a lot to us. Overall, it was a really positive experience and we would happily recommend Candice and Julian to anyone. ❤️

I really enjoyed staying with Pattys family. I stayed there for nearly two weeks and can only recomend it. They are super nice, the property is more than beautiful and I loved staying around animals again. The cats are crazy (in a good way) and the dog, Parker, is also cool. I really enjoyed going for walks with her. :) I did mostly gardening work and helped cleaning the stables. I really liked it because there was always something different to do and it never got boring. They were so nice to show me what I could do in the area and helped me with selling my car. I'm very grateful that I had the chance to stay with them and get to know them. The place is really a gem. And thanks to Zohra for all the homemade sourdough-breads! They are awesome :D

I had a phenomenal stay with the family! I highly recommended it for anyone that's looking for a few weeks on a lifestyle block. You'll have to get your hands dirty with the work but it's super satisfying and fair for what you are receiving.... Amazing meals every night, a large space to yourself and a great family environment that's super fun to be around. Ben and Ronel are great parents and I found it very easy to have conversations with them about many things. The kids, Ella, Yulisa and Isaac are great and made the transition seamless for me, welcoming me into the house with open arms. Be ready to play some games! You're open to do your own thing or join the family in events like I did, including attending the kids sporting events, golfing and seeing a cricket game in Wellington. My trip is just getting starting so I hope to return to the te horo lodge at some point again! thanks for everything Dylan

I'm still hesitating to write feedback like such as review for shor-term stay, for me it's more than that, because I just feel Elisa is one of my great friend for me. She is always open and honest, flexble, she accepts any kind of persons, troubles, happenings with her big heart. I'm sure if there's a person who is positive to get new experince, This Workaway should be grateful and heart ful occation for all of them. I always wish happiness for Elisa, her family and freinds, and every workawayer who visits. See you soon by chance, my friends!!!!