Come and help on our farm, set in an organic olive grove in hills overlooking the sea, in the Costa Daurada region, Spain

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Última actividad
21/05/2022
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We live on our farm with our two teenage boys, three dogs and two cats! The farm is a ten-minute drive from the nearest beaches in L'Ampolla and a two-hour train journey from Barcelona.
We have a registered organic farm producing olive oil and some of our own vegetables. Volunteers have their own accommodation in a house next to our own but would mostly eat with our family. We ask for 25 hours of help a week in exchange for accommodation, food and hopefully a fair bit of fun!
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Ayuda en una granja
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Ayuda
Depending on the time of year volunteers would be helping with the olive harvest, pruning, planting/harvesting veg or other bigger projects that we are trying to complete! We are looking for some general help during May and June with clearing the land, some gardening, painting, planting etc. Later on we would love some help in Oct and Nov with the olive harvest and some preparation for it.
We are looking into putting in a reed bed for our grey water at some point so any help with that would be much appreciated.
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Alojamiento
We have a small guest house that our volunteers usually stay in. We rent it out to holidaymakers during the Summer so it is comfortable and well equipped.
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Set in an organic olive grove on a large hill overlooking the sea, our casita is typical of the Costa Daurada rural region. The house has beautiful views and a relaxing pool area. We grow our own vegetables and herbs and you are welcome to meander around our 9-acre fenced farm. Located on the Via Augusta, the house offers peace and tranquillity with access to both sand and pebble beaches within 15 minutes' drive - a bit longer by bike (which you are welcome to borrow)
At 10 km from the house, the seaside resort of L'Ampolla is the nearest beach and commercial centre; a multitude of small shops and bustling restaurants offering local fresh cuisine abound. 15 minutes in another direction brings you to the historical river town of Tortosa, with its cathedral, gardens and interesting shops and eateries.
Further afield you will find World Heritage site, Tarragona, full of Roman ruins and cobbled streets and the fabulous shopping streets of Reus – both at about 45 minutes in the car.
For the more culturally adventurous, both Valencia and Barcelona are an hour and a half car/train journey along the coast.
There is also climbing, horse-riding, fishing, cycling, caving nearby. There are also many watersports available – including kitesurfing and windsurfing. Both river and sea fishing are available, with the Ebro being a world-famous catfish area – not to mention bird-watching conservation area.
The nearest mountain range of (Unesco protected) Els Ports offers climbing, walking and stupendous views.
This area is near enough to any pastime you may want from a rural retreat – we can suggest wine trails in the Priorat, Penedes or Terra Alta regions or olive-oil tasting in Montsant to monasteries, river boat rides, walled cities or mountainous lakes.
Un poco más de información
- Acceso a Internet
- Acceso a Internet limitado
- Tenemos animales
- Somos fumadores
- Puede alojar familias
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
Más de dos
Horas esperadas
About 25 hours per week, 2 days off

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Comentarios escritos sobre este anfitrión (52)

16/12/2020

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jacob)

Jacob helped us with our olive harvest and was of great use with his hard work. He seemed to get along very well with his fellow volunteers enhancing the group dynamic. He is a very knowledgeable person and had lots of interesting things to talk about which helped to keep the flow of converstaion going at meal times.

(Muy Bien )

19/11/2020

Dejado por el workawayer (Jacob) para el anfitrión

I spent an incredible month living and working with Dominic and his wonderful family. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel included in the family, Emma is a modest and incredibly gifted cook who might have converted me to someone with the capacity to enjoy cauliflower. On top of that she has a great warm sense of humour and a great taste… read more

(Excelente )

11/11/2019

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Amy)

We thoroughly enjoyed having Amy stay with us. She was a pleasure to have around and really helped us with our harvest. Many thanks Amy!

(Excelente )

10/11/2019

Dejado por el workawayer (Amy) para el anfitrión

I had an amazing week with Dominic and Emma - they are such a lovely, generous family! Meeting the other volunteers was great and the holiday apartment we stayed in downstairs was super comfy, there’s even a pool! Dominic was great to work with - always giving clear instructions and being positive and encouraging, chatting and laughing with… read more

(Excelente )

23/11/2018

Dejado por el workawayer (Nikola & Camilla) para el anfitrión

Staying with Dom and Emma at their farm was our first workaway experience and we had a wonderful time from the moment we arrived to the moment we left!
Dom, Emma, Alfie and Dylan are cool people that made us feel at home and welcome at once.
The work load was not overly strenuous and working with Dom was a pleasure, a true gentleman. If he had… read more

(Excelente )

24/11/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (GILLIAN & Finn) para el anfitrión

We stayed around 4 weeks in Dom and Emma's lovely little casita. The olive harvest was pretty intensive work but it was satisfying and the days flew by. 4 nights a week we ate dinner with the family, Emma is a superb cook and would go out of her way to treat us with meals we had been missing from home. Dom made sure the casita was always well… read more

(Excelente )

05/11/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Gabriella & Alex) para el anfitrión

Dom and Emma were our first Workaway experience and we are so grateful for that. They were warm and welcoming from the get go, inviting us into their homes for delicious evening meals (the homemade pizza especially, so good!) and then leaving us to our own devices in the comfortable casita for the rest of the day with the other Workawayers.

The… read more

(Excelente )

15/09/2017

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Emely)

Working on the land was very different to what Emely was used to but we were extremely grateful for all the effort that she put in. She stuck to her tasks and worked diligently at the variety of jobs she was given. We hope that you enjoyed the rest of your travels Emely and are enjoying your studies!

(Muy Bien )

13/06/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Emely) para el anfitrión

Emma, Dominic and also their children are very nice people. From the first day I felt very welcomed.
The house the workaways stayed in, is really good equipped and tidy.
Dominic always tried to give as different tasks each day what was really good.
In our free time we could use the swimming pool or go to Tortosa or l'Ampolla.
I am really… read more

(Excelente )

15/09/2017

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Ryan)

Sorry for taking so long to reply. Life got in the way! Ryan was such a pleasure to host - he was thoughtful, polite and great company. We had some fantastic chats and the kids really enjoyed hearing about his life and interests. Ryan was really caring towards the other volunteers and took great care of them. The house was super clean when he left… read more

(Excelente )

19/04/2017

Dejado por el workawayer (Ryan) para el anfitrión

Domenic and Emma are wonderful hosts. As you can see from the other feedback, they're experienced hosts: they know what they're doing. I really liked the balance they strike between taking care of you and leaving you to do your own thing. Mariana, Chiara and I enjoyed running our own little house. It's really lovely, on par with some of the better… read more

(Excelente )

19/02/2017

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Rachel & Marley)

Thank you so much! We loved having you guys stay with us and appreciated the help so so much. You were such great company, always considerate and willing to help out with whatever tasks were thrown at you.
You are more than welcome to come back and see us if you ever fancy another trip to Spain.

(Excelente )

19/11/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Rachel & Marley) para el anfitrión

Sometimes in life you manage to stumble upon something wonderful and unique. Dominic and Emma's olive farm is nothing less than sensational. They have two teenage boys who are witty, kind, clever and fun. Their four dogs are all friendly and a joy to have around. The farm itself overlooks the sea and nestles into the foothills of the nearby… read more

(Excelente )

05/11/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Peter & Hannah)

It was an absolute pleasure having you both stay and help out with the harvest, you're both such good workers and great fun as well!! We're so glad that you enjoyed the experience, we loved having you here and are all already missing you! Cloud City Man!

(Excelente )

05/11/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Peter & Hannah) para el anfitrión

Thank you so much to Dominic and Emma for having us stay with them. Pete and I had so much fun. We learned so much from Dominic about olive harvesting and really enjoyed the work. The harvest was so awesome! Their family was very inclusive and wonderful toward us. The whole family is so kind, funny and intelligent. Also they make incredible food.… read more

(Excelente )

14/10/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (April)

Thank you for all your work during your stay April, we really enjoyed having the three of you stay with us.
You are always welcome to come back and see us (as long as you stay on the bike this time ;))

(Excelente )

09/07/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (April) para el anfitrión

Dominic, Emma and the boys were fantastic hosts! They were extremely friendly and welcoming as soon as we arrived. We slept in their casita where we had breakfast and lunch with the other workawayers and then we all had delicious dinners together in their house.
The work was varied and rewarding and we were never bored! They very kindly took us… read more

(Excelente )

14/10/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Edouard & Thibault)

Thank you both for the enormous amount of effort you put in during your stay with us, it really was much appreciated!
We hope that your next experience was great and that you had a nice relaxing August!
You are always welcome to come and see us again, the boys have started learning French so may be you could give them some pointers!

(Excelente )

29/06/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Edouard & Thibault) para el anfitrión

It was our first experience for us and what a first experience! What a nice family and what a nice place!
Dom and Emma were very welcoming and we couldn't hope a better trip!
The accomodation was perfect, the meals too!
Dom kept us to do our own schedule and helpt us a lot to feel well in their house. The kids were very friendly and cool,… read more

(Excelente )

14/10/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Filippo)

Filippo, it was a pleasure having you to stay at the farm. We really appreciated all of your help and would welcome you back at any time! Thank you!

(Excelente )

27/06/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Filippo) para el anfitrión

everything was really great. i stayed with them ten days. the work was tough but in the free time we could relax in the nice casita close to the main house, go bike riding or take a swim in the big swimming pool. the dinner at emma and dominics place was alwayd great thanks to emmas cooking skills especially with vegetarian food. dominic was very… read more

(Excelente )

14/10/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Ruth)

Thanks for the kind comments Ruth. We are glad that you enjoyed your time with us and are grateful for all the help that you gave us too! Maybe you'll find yourself in this area again sometime and you can put those new skills to use ;)

(Excelente )

24/06/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Ruth) para el anfitrión

Dominic and Emma were really great hosts. The help they needed was varied and interesting and I enjoyed learning new skills, like using the mower and axing the shoots of the olive trees. The set up was really nice, we stayed with two other workaways in a casita stocked with breakfast and lunch groceries and enjoyed dinner over at the main house… read more

(Excelente )

14/10/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Imogen)

Thanks for taking the time to come and help out Imogen. We really enjoyed having the three of you to stay and you are all welcome back any time!

(Excelente )

22/06/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Imogen) para el anfitrión

We had a great time helping out on the olive farm. There was plenty of space for me and my two friends to stay as well as two other workawayers we got to meet there. We lived together in a lovely separate casita stocked with groceries allowing us to have some private time as well as enjoying family meals. The work was quite hard at times but… read more

(Excelente )

14/10/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anna)

Thanks for all your help Anna, it really was much appreciated. We hope that you enjoyed the rest of your European experience (including Birmingham ;))

(Excelente )

09/06/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Anna) para el anfitrión

Had an absolutely wonderful time with Dominic, Emma, and their boys. Could not have picked a better place for my first workaway experience. The accommodation is great, private and very CLEAN! They make you feel like a part of the family and welcome as well as very valuable to their work. I will definitely want to come back!

(Excelente )

22/05/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (David)

Aviso: El workawayer canceló su estancia o no se presentó a última hora

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06/05/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (mathilde)

Mathilde,
Thanks for coming to stay and help out last year it was lovely spending some time with you. We really appreciated all your hard work and your fantastic company!
You never know we may see you in Canada at some point!

(Excelente )

30/04/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (mathilde) para el anfitrión

Dominic and Emma ,
I just remind this wonderful time I spent in your house in november 2015 with you , your amazing kids and animals.
Im just back home now thats why i posted this feedback after so long.
I still want to thanks you for your hospitality and your amazing vibe .
The work was fun and this family life as well.

hope to see… read more

(Excelente )

07/04/2016

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Kelsey & Anna)

Thank you both for all your help and wonderful company. You already know how much we enjoyed having you to stay and the help with the harvest was really appreciated.
We look forward to welcoming you back sometime soon!

(Excelente )

05/01/2016

Dejado por el workawayer (Kelsey & Anna) para el anfitrión

As two first time WorkAwayers, our dreams of picking olives along a beautiful countryside were made to be true. We had a flawless three week experience in L’Ampolla thanks to the genuine hospitality and friendship shown to us by Dom, Emma, Alfie, Dylan and their clan of four-legged pals.

Each day on the farm, our expectations were exceeded. Dom… read more

(Excelente )

13/11/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Nic)

Thanks for all help your Nic. It was a pleasure to meet and to get to know you a little. Good luck with the rest of your travels and maybe see you again!

(Excelente )

12/11/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Nic) para el anfitrión

Had a great two weeks with Dom, Emma, Dylan and Alfie (and the pets). They were very friendly and hospitable and soon made you feel at home.The location is beautiful and there are many things to do in the local area. Recommend going for Emma's cooking alone!

(Excelente )

04/10/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Megan & Nick)

Hi guys, firstly sorry for taking sooooo long to reply to your feedback!
Second of all, thanks for your wonderful comments.
Thirdly, thank you so so much for all your hard work whilst you stayed with us, we really do appreciate all of the effort you put in. We are glad that you had a good time here and that you liked the area as much as we… read more

(Excelente )

09/06/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Megan & Nick) para el anfitrión

I hate writing this review because it means that we aren't there anymore.

Our stay with Dominic, Emma, Dylan, and Alfie was full of laughter, adventures, and great conversation. We were immediately welcomed and felt right at home in our casita overlooking the olive farm, and we could have stayed forever. This family is full of light and warmth… read more

(Excelente )

04/10/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Isabel)

Isabel, thank you so much for your lovely comments. It was great to meet you and spend some time with you... it was a shame your visit was so short.
We really appreciate all of your hard work as I know that it involved many elements that you hadn't experienced before which made it that much tougher for you.
If you are ever in the area again… read more

(Excelente )

17/08/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Isabel) para el anfitrión

It's very difficult to put an experience like this into words – but better late than never! I spent only one week working on the farm, but I could have easily stayed much longer (and would like to in the future). It was my first workaway adventure, and I came in with no farming experience, but I felt completely at ease as soon as I met this… read more

(Excelente )

07/07/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Linda)

We cannot speak more highly of our experience with LInda. She worked extremely hard and diligently within a group and also when unsupervised. She was fantastic to have around the farm, always adding to the overall experience with her good humour and interest. It was a pleasure to have someone staying who had a genuine interest and knowledge in… read more

(Excelente )

12/06/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Linda) para el anfitrión

Dominic, Emma and the boys are a very welcoming, carrying and funny host family. I really enjoyed my stay with them. The strimming and mowing is rewarding work and as we did it on several olive farms, we got to see new places each time. The area is very divers with beaches and the beautiful mountains close by. Dominic showed us some amazing sites… read more

(Excelente )

29/05/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Mie & Lisbeth)

Mie and Lisbeth, you were both such a joy to have around. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us, thank you for all the hard work, laughter and curious quiz questions!
You do indeed have a family in Spain... so come back and see us soon!

(Excelente )

29/05/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Mie & Lisbeth) para el anfitrión

Thank you so much for the best experience we could have wished for during our stay in Spain! Emma and Dominic are such great, fun and relaxed people being around. They took care of us and made sure that we felt secure and enjoyed our stay. We've learned so much from them, both in terms of working on the farm and from just being around the family.… read more

(Excelente )

29/05/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jean-Baptiste)

Thanks so much JB, you were such a hard worker and great company, we had lots of fun!
You are welcome to come back anytime, we'll make sure that we cook some JB sized portions!!
Xx

(Excelente )

14/05/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Jean-Baptiste) para el anfitrión

If only I could have stayed longer! It was such nice experience! Dominic, Emma and their children are such a lovely and funny family. The work is not hard at all, and the schedules were very cool, never finishing after 17, so I had plenty of time to enjoy the swimming pool and the sun! They gave me 3 days off every week as we work between 6 and 7… read more

(Excelente )

16/04/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Kawaipuna)

Thanks Puna for such a lovely review, we really enjoyed having you stay with us. Also, thankyou for all your hard work and fantastic attitude we look forward to seeing you again!

(Excelente )

12/04/2015

Dejado por el workawayer (Kawaipuna) para el anfitrión

This was my first work away experience so I havenʻt got anything to compare it to but my own expectations. Signing up for work away I had very few expectations besides working for people upon agreed terms and conditions. But with this particular experience I was totally wrong. With Emma and Dom I never felt like I was working for people, rather I… read more

(Excelente )

27/02/2015

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anna)

Hi Anna, I'm so sorry that we didn't leave feedback earlier! Thanks so much for your kind comments, it was great having you to stay and many thanks for all your hard work! We would love to have you back again as long as you mention that I did some of the delicious cooking as well!!
Thanks again, Dominic

(Excelente )

09/12/2014

Dejado por el workawayer (Anna) para el anfitrión

I've had a great time here. Though it was my first WorkAway-experience, it will certainly not be my last. The family Crawshaw is very hospitable, fun to be around and they go out of their way to make you feel comfortable and at home. This was a great learning experience, but I also had a lot of fun. The balance between working and doing fun things… read more

(Excelente )

24/11/2014

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Hayley)

Hayley thanks so much for all your help and hard work. We loved having you here and you are welcome back anytime as as Workawayer and/or as a friend!

(Excelente )

23/11/2014

Dejado por el workawayer (Hayley) para el anfitrión

This was my first work away experience and I couldn't have asked for a better family to be placed with. They were so friendly and welcoming. The work was great, and we were treated very fairly with time off and schedules etc. The food was amazing (literally so yum), and any special requests were always taken into consideration with the daily meal.… read more

(Excelente )

13/11/2014

Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (David)

David, it was a pleasure having you to stay with us. Thanks for all your hard work and your good company we look forward to seeing you again soon.

(Excelente )

12/11/2014

Dejado por el workawayer (David) para el anfitrión

If you like being outside, working physically ,meet great people, cooking together ; having a good time while helping people,this place is for you!

At the time i was there the job involved picking olives around 6 hours a day with a nice ambience with other workers, laughting, telling stories etc. On your days off there is so much to do i went… read more

(Excelente )

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