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Welcome to our Real-Life Ranch Adventure – Not a Fairytale Farm! 🇮🇪
Hey there, lovely potential Workawayers 👋
Before you send us 10 messages in 2 weeks asking things we’ve already explained… please read this carefully. We promise it’s worth it!
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⚠️ Important upfront notes (because honesty matters here!):
• This is NOT a horse-riding center. You won’t be galloping across Irish hills every day – sorry!
• Winters in Ireland are not “lush and green.” It’s cold, wet, mucky, and often straight-up miserable. This place sometimes feels more like a dark thriller than a postcard.
• If you’re looking for a free holiday or an excuse to avoid work, this is not the place for you. If you’re genuinely helpful, curious, and proactive – you’re our kind of human!
• I (Pola )have MS (Multiple Sclerosis). But let me be super clear – I do not need help with personal care like bathing, feeding or using the toilet. If I can manage this ranch and live fully with a chronic illness, then someone healthy who’s serious about Workaway can definitely handle it too. No excuses.
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🏡 Who we are
We’re a family of 3 (humans!) living in our dream home – a cozy 2.5-acre mini-ranch in a peaceful village in County Wexford. We moved here from Dublin in 2021 and haven’t looked back.
We’re both architects working full-time from home – not farmers by profession, but passionate about countryside living and self-sustainability.
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🐶 Who else lives here
• 6 adorable (and muddy) dogs
• 2 independent cats
• A flock of chickens and ducks
• One 7-year-old Irish Cob named Frodo (yes, he’s magical)
That makes 30 animals total, all part of our extended furry & feathery family.
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🛠️ What we need help with
This is not a resort – you will actually work. In return, we offer real experiences, food, and comfy accommodation.
Help might include:
• Animal care (feeding, cleaning, cuddling… in that order)
• Gardening and seasonal tasks
• General maintenance & small building projects (like patios or sheds)
• House chores (and yes, cleaning up after yourself too!)
• Cooking (especially if you’re Italian 😄)
If you’re proactive, reliable, and up for learning new skills – you’ll get a ton of trust, fun, and extras like horse riding (if you’re helpful), occasional road trips, and maybe a bonfire with wine and music.
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🔑 What we expect from you
• Good spoken English (we’ll ask for a short video intro or live chat)
• Initiative – don’t wait to be told what to do
• Independence – we can’t babysit adults
• Respect for animals, people, and property
• A sense of humor and love for a bit of chaos
We’re not here to mother anyone, host people waiting for visa extensions, or provide a “3-month stay to practice English” for those who never wanted to live in the countryside. Be real with us, and we’ll be real with you.
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💬 Language
• English: Fluent
• Polish: Fluent
(Yes, you can practice both!)
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🛏️ Accommodation
You’ll stay in a comfy camper with:
• Heating
• Fresh bedding
• Wi-Fi
• Toilet, bathroom & kitchen access
• Food included
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📍 Location
• Ballindaggin – 2.5 km away
• Enniscorthy – 10 km
• Wexford – 35 km
• Dublin – 130 km
• Kilkenny, Carlow, Waterford – 50–60 km
P.S. Please have travel insurance – better safe than sorry.
P.P.S. No drugs. Just don’t.
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👑 Final warning for the posh crowd
If you plan to bring brand-new white sneakers, designer coats, or expect spa days with horses… this is not that kind of experience. One of our dogs will jump on you at the gate. Consider that your welcome gift.
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🧡 TL;DR:
This is a real Irish countryside experience. It’s muddy, a bit chaotic, sometimes cold and tough… but full of heart, animals, fun, and freedom. If you’re happy, hardworking, and human (in the best sense of the word) – we’d love to hear from you
Our Sister Ranch in Poland 🇵🇱
We are proud to be sisters💞 with an ranch in the beautiful Beskid Mountains of southern Poland. We’ve known each other for over 30 years and share knowledge and experience! We support each other, learn from each other, and love each other deeply!
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Proyectos artísticos
Práctica de idiomas
Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos
Enseñanza
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Ayuda en una granja
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Intereses
Montaña
Actividades al aire libre
Películas y televisión
Videografía
Autodesarrollo
Sostenibilidad
Mascotas
Cultura
Agricultura
Escritura
Cuidado de plantas
Fotografía
Música
Jardinería
Dibujo y pintura
Bricolaje y manualidades
Cocina y alimentación
Carpintería
Libros
Arte y diseño
Arquitectura
Animales
Naturaleza
Baile
Objetivos de sostenibilidad de las NU que intenta conseguir este anfitrión
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
🌍 Cultural Exchange – What You’ll Get Out of It
We are both fluent in Polish and English, and we work as architects (not farmers!) so our lifestyle mixes creativity, countryside living, and flexible thinking. We can offer:
• Insights into Irish and Polish culture
• Real-life experience in rural living
• Skills in animal care, DIY, and self-sufficient homesteading
• A chance to practice English (or Polish) in daily conversations
• Guidance on architecture and design, if you’re interested in our profession
• A warm, slightly chaotic but always open-minded home
If you’re the kind of person who values real experiences, teamwork, and laughs in the mud – you’ll have a great time.
Ayuda
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🧹 Details about the Stay – What You’ll Be Doing
Here’s what kind of help we usually need – it’s varied, seasonal, and based on what’s happening around the ranch. Don’t worry, we’re not slave drivers 😉 but we do value effort and initiative!
🔧 General Maintenance (Inside & Outside)
• Keeping things clean and tidy around the property – house, garden, stable, chicken coop.
• It’s not daily heavy-duty cleaning, just keeping things in order so the place doesn’t turn into a jungle or a disaster zone.
🍳 Helping Around the House
• Occasionally helping with cooking (unless you’re Italian, then it’s every day 😁).
• Cleaning after yourself is non-negotiable – if you’re an adult, we assume you know the drill!
🌿 Gardening
• Basic gardening like weeding, watering, and taking care of our green space.
• Helping us keep the garden healthy and happy.
🔨 Small Building Projects (Just for Us)
• From time to time we work on small DIY projects like:
• Building a garden patio
• Finishing an extension
• General improvements here and there
No need to be a pro – just a good attitude and willingness to learn go a long way!
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Polaco: Fluido
Alojamiento
Camper + all facilities like hot water, fresh bed linen, heating, wc, free access to Wi-Fi
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🎒 What Can You Do in Your Free Time?
When the animals are fed and the tools are down, it’s time to enjoy rural Ireland!
• Local walks and hikes – we’re surrounded by peaceful hills, fields, and woodland.
• Visit Enniscorthy (10 km) – a lovely historic town with cafés, shops, castle, and pubs.
• Weekend trips to Wexford, Kilkenny, or Carlow (all within 30–60 minutes).
• We sometimes do spontaneous trips – you’re welcome to join if there’s space in the car.
• Relax with a book, music, or join us for a movie night, bbq, or chat over a glass of wine 🍷
You’ll have time to rest, explore and enjoy the countryside – just remember the animals need care every day, including weekends!
Un poco más de información
Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas
We own 2.5 acre ranch so there is a plenty space for Campervan/caravan/tent
Podría aceptar mascotas
No
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He is one of the most hardworking, polite, and respectful young men we’ve ever hosted. No task was too big or too heavy – and in Dima’s case, we literally mean heavy. He spent days digging out what felt like the entire Stonehenge… read more
He was straightforward, he made funny video about himself straight away, he didn’t wait and took the challenge in his own hands so quick so we decided to invite him.
Of course he wasn’t familiar with the countryside tasks as I expected but whatever he was shown what to do - he would do with great attitude… read more
Communicative, smart and very curious guy in practically any subject we touched. Since we met in Dublin few days before he join us our conversation never ends, even now when he’s away we are still in touch.
He helped to clean, he cooked fantastic banana pancakes and made us best original… read more
This is a beautiful small farm and home, and the work for me consisted of attending to the chickens, dogs and horse Frodo, feeding as well as keeping… read more
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He is one of the most hardworking, polite, and respectful young men we’ve ever hosted. No task was too big or too heavy – and in Dima’s case, we literally mean heavy. He spent days digging out what felt like the entire Stonehenge… read more
He was straightforward, he made funny video about himself straight away, he didn’t wait and took the challenge in his own hands so quick so we decided to invite him.
Of course he wasn’t familiar with the countryside tasks as I expected but whatever he was shown what to do - he would do with great attitude… read more
Communicative, smart and very curious guy in practically any subject we touched. Since we met in Dublin few days before he join us our conversation never ends, even now when he’s away we are still in touch.
He helped to clean, he cooked fantastic banana pancakes and made us best original… read more
This is a beautiful small farm and home, and the work for me consisted of attending to the chickens, dogs and horse Frodo, feeding as well as keeping… read more
Great in everyway. Loyal, happy, solid, carying person.
Never put you or your animals in trouble, great chef, a friend, beautiful and cheerful lady👠🥾👑🪖🕶️🥽
Our house is open for you always ♥️🍀🥇
P.S Tell your mom I’m waiting for both of you 😎
Love ya 😍😘
Sophia, Peter and Pola are so welcoming and easygoing family that have made us feel home at the very arrival. They live in a stunning spot in the middle of the countryside, so if you are a nature lover, this is your place.🏡
Our main goal was having the opportunity of practising English, and… read more
My crazy sisters in crime, best singing companion in the car, carers, friends for life, good souls, always in a right place when you need them. They will laugh and cry with you. Full of energy but calm and quiet when you are down💔…they will keep you and whole family straight and won’t… read more
See you soon ❤️❤️❤️
Great cook and pastry chef as well!
Thank you for helping us during these 2 weeks.
Best of luck!
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One our our dearest Workaway.
Smart & funny, joyful & easy going, hardworking great girl.
Highly recommended to all hosts who are looking for a gem like Charlotte!
Wishing you all the best in a future, hope to see you someday. Follow your dreams and stay like you are!
Love❤️🔥
Pola, Peter & Sophia
We would absolutely recommend him to any… read more
I would highly recommend him to any host family. Gentleman, smart and very helpful in every way. He came here without any experience of living and working on farm. I didn't have to ask him twice or show him twice the job need to be done. Hardworking, honest and very easygoing young man.
Matheo we all wishing you… read more
However, this doesn't mean that my stay at their place wasn't absolutely amazing. I loved it there. I really liked the energy they had. I felt welcomed and had a great time getting to know them. I'll also never… read more
Great Friend with our daughter and other workaway. Easy going with everything. Her German cusine will be never forgotten.
Clara, make your dream come true and come back to dancing, because you are very skilled♥️
And please come back whenever you want.
Best of luck with… read more
For the 3 weeks here, he learned a lot about countryside, animals and plants.
We was very happy to host him here, because he was helpful, solid and 100% trustful.
Would highly recommend him as a Workaway!
Luca Tomato Carbonara,… read more
Funny, helpful & easy going true man.
We would like to recommend in 100%
Ajuvaniverseyyyyy Olie ♥️🎶🎶🎶🎶😂😂😂😂
The place is beautiful with beautiful landscape. Sometimes you will have the opportunity to do activities like horse riding, visiting places, cycling and many more....
The animals are very nice,… read more
The place is wonderful, and with beautiful landscapes. I had the opportunity to do different activities like riding a horse, hiking, visiting places like Wexford, Dublin, Wax Museum, Botanic Garden (if you go you might need a… read more
Young boy who never held a fork, spade or any gardening/stable/farm tools before. He wanted to help, he wanted to learn. Effects came very quick. He was my right hand and shadow on… read more
There is always something to do, and in particular to help Paula in her projects. She has a vision of the future farm and the future garden whitch will give you the will to participate.
Also you can help with the… read more
Full of life and joy!
She knows very well how to look after animals, how to do gardening and help around the house.
Crazy young girl who eat cereals with water and put a carrot to almost… read more
The work is not always the same… read more
She did basically everything around the house, stables and garden. She was always a step ahead, we would never ask her a second time to do something what needs to be done, she did more than we expected and she was exactly what we… read more
As in the description, the place is picturesque. Taking care of a small herd of animals is nice… read more
She got some new farm skills like a “midwife” during the lambing season and also very good ram rider 🤣
She was very good companion and great helper for all of us here.
Thank you Dorota
very welcome back sometimes 🌺🙌🏼
