Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 7

The few days I spent with Gerlinde and her granddaughter Marlene were lovely! Gerlinde has so much knowledge to share about various topics, I have learnt so much about native plants, we had interesting conversations and her food is oh, so delicious! And her sourdough bread was fantastic, it will remain in my taste memory for a long time (also how sweet to give me a fresh baked loaf for the road, thank you!). They are kind people and the Honeymoon Valley is a piece of paradise, I felt very inspired! Thank you so much and I wish you all the best!

I arranged a stay with Ionut very easily and quickly. From the first moment I met him, Ionut seemed like a cheerful, warm-hearted and generous person! During his stay, he proved to be an extremely simple man with a wealth of skills, knowledge and practical abilities. He will follow instructions when necessary but also search for solutions on his own initiative until he finds them. Nothing is too difficult for him to do or to go a step beyond what is expected! Although we only spent ten days together, after the second day I felt as if I had known him since childhood. Open to new experiences, hardworking, proactive but unobtrusive. Even the numerous, small but beautiful gestures he made are worth mentioning. In communication in English, which is not my language, he is extremely clear and loud, it is not difficult for him to repeat himself if necessary, he listens carefully while I am speaking, does not interrupt in conversation and the like. Well done! I highly recommend him to everyone! For those who have any doubts and are undecided, I can only say - you will be at a loss!

Ich hatte eine tolle Zeit mit der wunderbaren Familie! Johanna und Erasmus haben mich toll aufgenommen und die beiden Kinder sind wirklich super. Ich habe mich sehr wohl gefühlt und habe viele herzliche Momente erlebt. Meine Aufgaben waren spaßig und nicht zu anspruchsvoll, oft habe ich direkt mit jemandem zusammen gearbeitet, wodurch ich auch vieles neues lernen konnte. Ich habe vor allem viel im Garten geholfen und auch im Haushalt konnte ich den Beiden unter die Arme greifen oder mit den Kindern Zeit verbringen, wobei ich sehr viel Spaß hatte. Die Burg und Umgebung sind wunderschön und obwohl es noch etwas kalt war, war es toll so viel Zeit draußen verbringen zu können. Leider war ich nur für 10 Tage bei der Familie, wäre doch gerne auch länger geblieben!

Jiri y Viktorie se quedaron unos pocos dias en casa, pero fueron suficientes para disfrutar de su compañia y su ayuda, colaboraron no solo en la limpieza del campo, sino tambien en la cocina. Ellos son una pareja tranquila, amable y solidaria. Le deseamos lo mejor

It has taken me way too long to leave this feedback, but I still want to leave it because Elena, Attila and Jona were really a pleasure to host, firstly for getting work done but also for company and cultural exchange. Everyone was very happy and chill and easy to get a long with. And when it came to working on our projects: making a fence; cutting branches from our big pine trees; cutting wood; and, making makrame!, it all went very well. Elena and Attila even stayed in our house and did house sitting while we were gone for a bit because we felt they were responsible and were happy to have them stay longer in our home.

Paula and Gonzalo stayed with us for a week and painted a 2nd coat on the outside of our house.They are both a delight to host, polite, helpful, trustworthy and easy to get along with. We enjoyed having them stay with us and wish them well on the next part of their travels. We can recommend them both to other hosts.,

Our time with Jonas was just fantastic. He stayed a good 2 month with us during the worst storms and longest bad weather period we ever had. Digging drainages, walking and working in deep mud, he always helped with a smile. Jonas has good a good sense of humor, is very open minded, motivated and not to forget a big big heart for cats. We really hope he comes back one day and can only highly recommend him to everyone who needs a helping hand. For now we wish him all the best adventures on his bike ride back to the North. Did we mention we miss him ?

This place is great! The accommodation is cozy, self-contained and peaceful, and the location is one of the most beautiful places I've been in BC. Brad and Lana are very clear in their communication and expectations - instructions for the work are excellent - and you are fairly compensated for your time. Work can be arduous - lots of digging - but rewarding. Lana & Brad are really friendly and accommodating. Recommend this place to anyone who is seeking peace & solitude, dirty hands, and a place lay their head. You will need to be fairly self sufficient and I do recommend you have a vehicle in this location as it would otherwise be quite isolated.

If you want a true Kiwi experience, don't look elsewhere! Grace is a very welcoming, very knowledgeable and interesting person. I felt part of the family for a week and are grateful for that. The work is easy and projects are both enjoyable and rewarding. Anyway, with the quality food Grace is providing, anybody will want to do more! One of my best week in New Zealand.

Blair & Samual were excellent in all respects during their Workaway stay with us .Showed common sense & initiative when required, understood instructions & worked efficiently , with confidence & endeavour . Two of the best. Highly recommended

Our stay was truly special. This place and the beautiful safaritent turned into a place that genuinely felt like home. From day one, we were welcomed as part of the family by Anneloes, Ferriën, Sarah, Ziva and Luca. Their warmth, openness and sense of togetherness made this experience unforgettable. The work was fair and balanced, with plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Serra da Gardunha. Life here is simple in the best way: shared meals, being outdoors, and lots of spontaneous, joyful moments. We left with full hearts, this was definitely a “see you again,” not a goodbye. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a warm, personal and meaningful Workaway experience.

We feel incredibly grateful to have hosted Ronnie and Erin through Workaway — what began as a simple exchange quickly turned into a truly meaningful connection and lasting friendship. From the moment they arrived, Ronnie and Erin brought warmth, positivity, and an incredible work ethic into our home. They approached every task with enthusiasm and care, always going above and beyond what was expected. Whether helping around the homestead, caring for animals, or jumping into daily family life, they did so with genuine kindness and a willingness to learn and contribute. Their timing could not have been more meaningful. They helped carry our family through a challenging period — supporting us while my husband was recovering from surgery and while I was away from the farm completing 100 hours of clinical placements. Knowing they were there, caring for our home, animals, and family, brought an incredible sense of relief and gratitude. Erin’s home cooking is absolutely incredible — every meal she prepared brought everyone together and made our home feel even warmer. Ronnie is an amazingly talented artist, and it was such a gift to see his creativity come to life during their stay. They both brought so much more than just help — they brought heart, talent, and joy. What stood out most was how naturally they became part of our family. Our kids absolutely adore them, and the bond they built in such a short time speaks volumes about the kind of people they are. They were respectful, easygoing, and brought so much laughter and light into our days. Ronnie and Erin are the kind of people you hope to meet through experiences like Workaway — dependable, thoughtful, and truly special. We are so thankful for the time we shared and can confidently say they are now lifelong friends. We would welcome them back anytime with open arms and highly recommend them to any future hosts — you will be lucky to have them!!

At Johannes's place you have a lot of freedom. Here you can pretty much select, what you want to do, when you want to. But that freedom also comes with the responsibility to make your own day good and disciplin to start work. Johannes are very friendly open-minded and has a lot of knowledge about gardening and different diets. At his place you are almost garanteed to have interestering talks and I had some really nice encounters at his place. It seem to me people gravitate towards him, because he has created his own home and way of living. Johannes is very spontaneous and doesnt like to plan to much, which also had it benefits. The room is tidy and you have a lot of space for being alone if wished, as it is basically a apartment. The food is very good and everyone should let themselves get inspired from Johannes's knowledge. His parents are very nice and you feel at home. In my time with Johannes I learned a lot from his way of life. For example I learned about self-sustainability, gardening and I played football at the local club, which I onehundred procent recommend to everyone.

Faithful at the description, Dio is a beautiful place if you like gardening, DIY, natural cooking, meet people, live outside, expend your creativity, sleep on a carvan, experience community living. Thank you all of you for this experience and even more for the opportunity to be autonom, bring up ideas and projects.

We were delighted to have Brian join us for a Workaway. His work ethic is second to none—he’s neat, pays great attention to detail, and is incredibly accommodating with any task given. He embraced everything, from good weather to bad and everything in between, always with a positive attitude. I wouldn’t hesitate to highly recommend him to any future host.

Paula and Simon are really lovely couple! Was sharing good vibes and music and helping in the missions and the work at my project. Really recommend!

We had a truly special time at this project. From the very beginning, we felt at home, not only because of the beautiful surrounding nature, but especially thanks to Melvin and his family (the guard), who made us feel so welcome. Cat arrived a couple of days later, and we quickly built a lovely connection with her. It immediately felt like a genuine friendship, without hierarchies, which we really appreciated. We also spent quite a bit of time with the other workers from Guatemala and were able to form meaningful bonds with them. Some of the work was quite physical, but Cat always made sure we didn’t overdo it and felt comfortable. Hector (Cat’s partner) also took us in for a few days at his other home near Antigua, which was another very special place where we felt completely at ease. We would definitely recommend this experience to anyone considering helping out on this project. It’s truly something unique. A big thank you to Melvin, Diana, Adrian, Angel, Cat, and Hector, as well as the other workers, and of course, our adopted chickens, Karin and Carmen 🐔

We visited David and Jacqui at the end of March. Since we had a car, getting there was fairly easy, but the hills are quite steep, so drive carefully! The views are absolutely to die for! You can just be sweeping and look out to see the incredibly beautiful, sprawling Andalusian landscape. David always took the time to go over the plan for the following days, showing us exactly what to do and always praising us when we did a good job. The work mostly involved cleaning, weeding, and painting—nothing too demanding; even a petite woman like me could handle it all. Every week, David offered us a beer, which was a very sweet detail that showed his hospitality. It was a joy to work with them; they are very caring and kind people, and we wish them only the best. We will remember them for a long time. THANK YOU!!

The two months were truly one of the most intense and beautiful experiences I’ve ever had. From the very beginning, I felt welcome and part of something bigger – not like a guest, but like a real member of the place. One absolute highlight was definitely the storm we experienced and got through together. Even though it was challenging at times, it brought us all incredibly close. These are the kinds of moments you never forget, and they’re what made this time so special. Beyond experiences like that, it was especially the many conversations, the shared work and daily life, and the encounters with all kinds of different people that made these two months so valuable. I didn’t just learn a lot about the country, but also about myself. Maike and Kai are amazing hosts – warm, open, helpful, and simply great to be around. You can immediately tell that they put their heart into what they do. They made sure everyone felt comfortable while still giving plenty of personal space. I would come back anytime and can highly recommend this experience to anyone who is open to new impressions, genuine connections, and a bit of adventure. Thank you for everything – see you next year ✌️

Attila est un garçon très facile à vivre, compétent dans plusieurs domaines. Nous serions prêt à l'accueillir à nouveau.