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Looking for someone from 1st March 2025 onwards
A minimum requirement of 4 weeks stay please, as 2 weeks are too short of a stay as you just get to know our family routine and the kids and the time just flys by.
We are looking for a Bubbly, energetic, mature person who will interact with our Kids and be Part of our family life and routine. If your a person who is very shy and quiet and wants to be Alone in your bedroom all the time, your Not the right person for us.
We are a family of 5, three kids ,a school going boy Micheál 11 yrs old and a girl Amy 9yrs old and our Toddler Paddy
( who turned 3yrs Novemeber 2024). Paddy is fully potty trained.
He started pre school September 2024, x3 mornings a week, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays 9-12noon.
Therefore mom is off those days to drop and collect.
Micheál plays button accordian and Amy plays Concertina and Irish Tin Whistle. 🎶
Very lovable, outgoing and easy going children. Love the outdoors and nature walks.
We Live on a Sheep Farm in a quiet peaceful countryside. My husband (42yrs)is a Sheep Farmer, Sheep Shearer and Fencing Contractor. Wife (37yrs)a part time Nurse in local town, work 2 days per week.
We live in a two story, 4 bedroom house, which is located in a scenic, quiet, peaceful area and is a 25 minute drive to Kenmare tourist town which is very busy in the summer. Also located on the Wild Atlantic Way. We go into town 4/5 days a week.
Bus transport departs Kenmare town 11 times daily to Killarney town and cork city. There is a Train station in Killarney town also. Plenty to see and do, walks, swimming, cycling, fishing, mountain climbing, horse riding etc . Swimming pools / gym in kenmare town.
Kids have a large outdoor play area attached to house ( off kitchen door) and Paddy can freely go out and in and is safe.
Every chance we get, the kids love going for long walks near our home.
You can borrow my bicycle also if you like. Kids have their own bikes also and a trampoline and a hammock.
In the month of April, we have plenty of baby Lambs jumping and running around the fields.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Jardinería
Cuidado de animales
Ayuda en una granja
Cuidado de niños y juegos creativos
Cocinar para toda la familia
Ayuda doméstica
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
You will learn and see loads and get to see the farming and family culture. When we go on family outings, you are very welcome to join us.
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We are looking for a Workawayer with Good speaking English, to help mind our kids, Mainly Paddy our Toddler in our home and help around the house. 2 older kids in school 9am-3pm.
I only work 2 days per week nursing in our local town.
I know my shift a Month in advance, so u will know your times and days in advance and can then plan for your days off.
There are a lot of au pairs in kenmare, Killarney and cork, in which you could meet up with on your days off.
Possibly help out 3 days a week to mind the kids and help around the house. I.e. vacuum, mop, cook, laundry and clean up after kids. You Might have to mind the odd Saturday also.
Micheál ( Age 11 yrs) and Amy ( Age 9yrs) goes to school Monday- Friday 9am-3pm.
You will have your own double Bedroom en-suite ( with shower also) downstairs. Family sleeps upstairs.
We have 5 sheep working Dogs, 1 cat named Daisy and plenty sheep & lambs, cows on our farm. You will get the opportunity to see my husband shearing the Sheep also and possibly bailing silage/hay and getting to know our culture and way of life. Lambing season April.
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Alojamiento
Your own double bedroom ensuite downstairs with shower also. Family sleeps upstairs. Your own Tv and a DVD player, with a selection of dvds to choose from and English reading books& materials. We have 2 Televisions , Wifi, Sky TV.
With regards to meal times, the day you might mind the kids for the evening, you might make dinner for 5 pm. Other days Mom will make it. We can share culinary ideas etc also.
Fridge will be stocked at all times with food and help yourself whenever. Any dietary requirement you can let me know.
I've also made up a folder with brouchers and information on all the tourist attractions near by.
We also have a folder made up of all the Workawayers who have stayed with us ( 40 people so far 😀), as we joined this website in 2017.
You can use my library card also if you would like to borrow books to read.
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Plenty to see and do on your days off. Our Lambing season at home is end March and the Month of April/and Sheep shearing season June-August. So you\'ll get to see a lot also.
A famous waterfall called Gleninchaquin waterfall within a few mins drive from our house. Also a lake for swimming or fishing can be used and is also few mins from house and can be seen from house.
The local town called Kenmare 25 min drive from house and we nearly always commute daily in and out. Buses leave the town nearly every Hour and go to other various towns , e.g. cork City, Killarney, Tralee . You can enjoy loads of boat trips locally, kenmare Arts & Theater center, horse and pony trekking, swimming, fishing, hill walking, golfing, bus tours,rock climbing, shopping , local food markets,etc, not forgetting the Ring of Kerry Tour.
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Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
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8 ene 2025
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Elizabeth)
Lily stayed with us for 3 weeks in December 2024. She felt like family and she fitted into our family routine so easily. The kids loved her. She was so good with them, chatting, playing with them.
We are still in contact with her. All the best with your travels Lily and hope to see you again.
We are still in contact with her. All the best with your travels Lily and hope to see you again.
(Excelente
)
23 nov 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Klaudia Jolanta) para el anfitrión
I finally found out how to leave a feedback, SOO…
I am truly honest when I say it is the best family that you can have for your first workaway experience (just as it was in my case). The only bad thing about it is that no other experience will be as good as the one you will get with this family 🥹. If I could, I would just stay for the whole year… read more
I am truly honest when I say it is the best family that you can have for your first workaway experience (just as it was in my case). The only bad thing about it is that no other experience will be as good as the one you will get with this family 🥹. If I could, I would just stay for the whole year… read more
7 sept 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Klaudia Jolanta)
If I could give 10 stars I would ✨️ 🥰
Klaudia ( Polly) stayed with us for the months of April and May 2024 and we all got on so well, she came back for the month of August also.
She's always in good form, energetic, funny, friendly, and a great sense of humour.
She was amazing with our 3 kids, giving each child undivided attention. They miss her… read more
Klaudia ( Polly) stayed with us for the months of April and May 2024 and we all got on so well, she came back for the month of August also.
She's always in good form, energetic, funny, friendly, and a great sense of humour.
She was amazing with our 3 kids, giving each child undivided attention. They miss her… read more
(Excelente
)
1 sept 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Bryneth) para el anfitrión
I stayed with the family in early July of 2024 and am FINALLY writing this after traveling for 3 months. This was my first work away experience and even though I was only there for 2 weeks, I had an amazing time. This family does an absolutely amazing job of accepting you as one of your own. The minute I walked in I immediately felt welcome and… read more
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8 ene 2025
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Elizabeth)
Lily stayed with us for 3 weeks in December 2024. She felt like family and she fitted into our family routine so easily. The kids loved her. She was so good with them, chatting, playing with them.
We are still in contact with her. All the best with your travels Lily and hope to see you again.
We are still in contact with her. All the best with your travels Lily and hope to see you again.
(Excelente)
23 nov 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Klaudia Jolanta) para el anfitrión
I finally found out how to leave a feedback, SOO…
I am truly honest when I say it is the best family that you can have for your first workaway experience (just as it was in my case). The only bad thing about it is that no other experience will be as good as the one you will get with this family 🥹. If I could, I would just stay for the whole year… read more
I am truly honest when I say it is the best family that you can have for your first workaway experience (just as it was in my case). The only bad thing about it is that no other experience will be as good as the one you will get with this family 🥹. If I could, I would just stay for the whole year… read more
7 sept 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Klaudia Jolanta)
If I could give 10 stars I would ✨️ 🥰
Klaudia ( Polly) stayed with us for the months of April and May 2024 and we all got on so well, she came back for the month of August also.
She's always in good form, energetic, funny, friendly, and a great sense of humour.
She was amazing with our 3 kids, giving each child undivided attention. They miss her… read more
Klaudia ( Polly) stayed with us for the months of April and May 2024 and we all got on so well, she came back for the month of August also.
She's always in good form, energetic, funny, friendly, and a great sense of humour.
She was amazing with our 3 kids, giving each child undivided attention. They miss her… read more
(Excelente)
1 sept 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Bryneth) para el anfitrión
I stayed with the family in early July of 2024 and am FINALLY writing this after traveling for 3 months. This was my first work away experience and even though I was only there for 2 weeks, I had an amazing time. This family does an absolutely amazing job of accepting you as one of your own. The minute I walked in I immediately felt welcome and… read more
16 jul 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Helena-Julie)
Helena stayed 1 month with us helping mind the kids, helping with chores around the house and helped my husband with some light farming jobs, like shearing and dosing sheep and moving animals. She also got to see them Bailing silage.
She was so good with the kids, entertaining them, going for walks, cleaning the house and keeping up to date with… read more
She was so good with the kids, entertaining them, going for walks, cleaning the house and keeping up to date with… read more
(Excelente)
24 mar 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Alyssia) para el anfitrión
I had such an amazing time with Deirdre, PJ and the children! I was there for 6 weeks and just left 2 days ago and I miss the family and the nature so much already.
The children were so lovely, Micheál taught me how to play Irish football, Amy showed me all her favourite games and Paddy was so easy and lovely to mind. The house was always so… read more
The children were so lovely, Micheál taught me how to play Irish football, Amy showed me all her favourite games and Paddy was so easy and lovely to mind. The house was always so… read more
21 mar 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Alyssia)
Alyissa stayed with us for 6weeks. We miss her already. Such a friendly Bubbly girl.
She was fantastic with the kids, playing games with them, going on nature walks and baking. She mostly minded paddy our 2yr old, entertaining him, playing games, going for walks outside.
She was always so tidy, filling and emptying the dish washer and washing… read more
She was fantastic with the kids, playing games with them, going on nature walks and baking. She mostly minded paddy our 2yr old, entertaining him, playing games, going for walks outside.
She was always so tidy, filling and emptying the dish washer and washing… read more
(Excelente)
26 feb 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Julia) para el anfitrión
My workaway experience with the family was thoroughly positive. From the very first moment, the family welcomed me warmly and with open arms. I can't even begin to describe my tasks in the family as work, because it was never stressful, it was always just a lot of fun. All three children are adorable and made it very easy for me to spend time with… read more
4 feb 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Denise) para el anfitrión
I only left Deirdre, PJ, Micheál, Amy and Paddy this week but I miss them already!
It was my first workaway experience and couldn't have hoped for a better one. They are such a welcoming and fun family and made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. Micheál and Amy are great kids and so easy to chat to and Paddy is such a happy toddler.… read more
It was my first workaway experience and couldn't have hoped for a better one. They are such a welcoming and fun family and made me feel comfortable from the moment I arrived. Micheál and Amy are great kids and so easy to chat to and Paddy is such a happy toddler.… read more
30 ene 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Denise)
Denise stayed with us for 4weeks. She only left us this morning and we miss her already. She's always so happy and friendly. She fitted into our family life so fast and easily.
She was amazing with our Kids ages 2, 8 and 10yrs. She keep Amy entertained with nature walks, baking, cooking, cards games and board games. She played soccer with micheál… read more
She was amazing with our Kids ages 2, 8 and 10yrs. She keep Amy entertained with nature walks, baking, cooking, cards games and board games. She played soccer with micheál… read more
(Excelente)
11 nov 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Frederike) para el anfitrión
My time with Deirdre, PJ and the kids was great.
They made me feel welcome from the start, including me in family gatherings and their daily life.
Micheàl, Amy and Paddy are lovely kids and very easy to mind. We had a great time going on walks, making smoothies/cookies or braceletts and playing games. I mostly minded Paddy and he is such a joy.… read more
They made me feel welcome from the start, including me in family gatherings and their daily life.
Micheàl, Amy and Paddy are lovely kids and very easy to mind. We had a great time going on walks, making smoothies/cookies or braceletts and playing games. I mostly minded Paddy and he is such a joy.… read more
11 oct 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Frederike)
Fredericka spent 5 weeks with us and would highly recommend her to any family. Such a friendly, Bubbly and chatty young lady.
She fitted right into our family life straight away and we miss her loads already.
What an amazing Baker and cook. She made 2 birthday cakes for our 10yr old boy and also made lunch and dinner from time to time, which… read more
She fitted right into our family life straight away and we miss her loads already.
What an amazing Baker and cook. She made 2 birthday cakes for our 10yr old boy and also made lunch and dinner from time to time, which… read more
(Excelente)
3 sept 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Helen) para el anfitrión
Being with Deirdre, PJ, Micheál, Amy and Paddy as my first workaway experience was great! They gave me a warm welcome from the start and showed me a lot about their life and Ireland. Deirdre and Pj are lovely and funny hosts and all the rest of the family I've met is great too.
Although they live in a very rural but beautiful area there was… read more
Although they live in a very rural but beautiful area there was… read more
27 ago 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Helen)
Helen stayed with us for 2 months helping us mind our kids. She was a pleasure to have around and the kids loved her. She is a friendly chatty person.
She also got the opportunity to travel around ireland while she was staying with us. She also is very good at cooking, making dinners some evenings and teaching me some tricks and ideas.
Amy and… read more
She also got the opportunity to travel around ireland while she was staying with us. She also is very good at cooking, making dinners some evenings and teaching me some tricks and ideas.
Amy and… read more
(Excelente)
21 jun 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (AbbyLPhillips)
Abby stayed with us for a short stay recently. Kids loved her. She minded our kids, played games, cooked dinner and baking with our daughter. Went for walks and of course out in the trampoline and soccer. Was very friendly, Bubbly person.
(Excelente)
26 abr 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Rebekka Theresa)
Becky stayed with us for 3weeks in April. She only left us yesterday and we already miss her so much.
She fitted into our family life so easily and fast. It was a pleasure to have her, she's Bubbly, friendly, easy going person.
She was amazing with our Kids, gave them so much time, whether it was going for nature walks to the hill with a picnic,… read more
She fitted into our family life so easily and fast. It was a pleasure to have her, she's Bubbly, friendly, easy going person.
She was amazing with our Kids, gave them so much time, whether it was going for nature walks to the hill with a picnic,… read more
(Excelente)
18 abr 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (larissabloch)
Larissa stayed with us for nearly 5weeks in March 2023. Helped out babysitting our toddler and 2 kids. Very quick learner and kids loved her. Quiet and shy but a lovely person.
She borrowed my bicycle and went into our local town and hiking and also loved being outdoors.
All the best with your travels.
She borrowed my bicycle and went into our local town and hiking and also loved being outdoors.
All the best with your travels.
(Muy Bien )
2 nov 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Leonie) para el anfitrión
Thank you so much for the great stay! Deirdre and PJ are kind, funny and great hosts. I stayed with them for five weeks and felt welcome from the beginning. Amy and Micheál are lovely, active and funny children and I really enjoyed spending time with them - doing colourings, playing "Who wants to be a Millionaire?", trying to understand the rules… read more
14 may 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Ivy)
Ivy stayed with us for 4weeks and we were all so sad to see her leave. She was a very positive, Bubbly and mature girl. Always having a smile on her face and eager to work and learn new skills and a very fast learner. Between learning how to drive a quad bike, dosing sheep, painting gates, or planting vegetables and flowers, nothing was a… read more
(Excelente)
11 may 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Ivy) para el anfitrión
I have just left after the most wonderful 4 weeks with Deidre, PJ, Micheál, Amy and Baby Paddy.
They welcomed me into their lovely family and I felt happy and comfortable from the start.
I really appreciated how much they make you feel like a part of their family either by going over for Sunday lunches at Joan's, joining them to watch a film in… read more
They welcomed me into their lovely family and I felt happy and comfortable from the start.
I really appreciated how much they make you feel like a part of their family either by going over for Sunday lunches at Joan's, joining them to watch a film in… read more
7 feb 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Dolores) para el anfitrión
Thank you very much for this time spent with the four of you!
I felt welcome at your home from the first minutes. With a warm house, smiles and a typical Irish dinner.
Amy and Micháel are two intelligent and curious children! Always open to new activities. My duties were a pleasure.
Deidre and Pj did everything because I feel at home. I was… read more
I felt welcome at your home from the first minutes. With a warm house, smiles and a typical Irish dinner.
Amy and Micháel are two intelligent and curious children! Always open to new activities. My duties were a pleasure.
Deidre and Pj did everything because I feel at home. I was… read more
4 feb 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Dolores)
Dolorus stayed with us for 6 weeks and she learnt very fast about our family routine . The kids got on great with her from day 1. She entertained them with arts and crafts, colouring, painting, nature walks, baking, cooking, games etc.
She is a fun, bubbly,kind and energetic person.
She always knew what jobs had to be done, she vacuumed, mopped… read more
She is a fun, bubbly,kind and energetic person.
She always knew what jobs had to be done, she vacuumed, mopped… read more
(Excelente)
3 nov 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Miembro de Workaway) para el anfitrión
This was my first time doing a Work Away, and it was everything I had hoped for and more!! I was so happy to find myself living in a dream Irish setting: surrounded by lush hills, a waterfall, hiking trails and (of course) sheep!
Deirdre was so great at contacting me and keeping in touch even months before we met in person. It made me feel like… read more
Deirdre was so great at contacting me and keeping in touch even months before we met in person. It made me feel like… read more
12 oct 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Miembro de Workaway)
Becky stayed with us for 4 weeks and she is such a bubbly, friendly and easy going lady. It was like we knew her for months, she fitted into our family life so easily.
She was so good minding our 2 kids, entertaining them with arts and crafts, games, nature walks, and songs and dance.
She always had our laundry washed, Dried and folded for us,… read more
She was so good minding our 2 kids, entertaining them with arts and crafts, games, nature walks, and songs and dance.
She always had our laundry washed, Dried and folded for us,… read more
(Excelente)
16 sept 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Cecilia) para el anfitrión
I've been with Deirdre and Pj for three weeks and it was my first time with workaway, I couldn't ask anything better.
They are a really nice and young couple and from the beginning, I felt comfortable and welcomed in their house and family.
Amy and Micheal are two energetic, lovely and creative children and I really enjoyed playing, drawing,… read more
They are a really nice and young couple and from the beginning, I felt comfortable and welcomed in their house and family.
Amy and Micheal are two energetic, lovely and creative children and I really enjoyed playing, drawing,… read more
15 sept 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Cecilia)
Cecilia spent nearly 3 weeks with our family Minding our kids, housework and feeding our sheep. We miss her very much even though she only left yesterday. She is a fun bubbly mature lady and fitted into our family life very fast and easily. She always had a smile on her. Her English was very Good.
She always knew what jobs had to be done, e.g.,… read more
She always knew what jobs had to be done, e.g.,… read more
(Excelente)
14 sept 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Tanda) para el anfitrión
My trip to Ireland was cut short so I was only able to spend a week with the family. From the moment I arrived till the moment I left, I felt included in all things and got a taste of family farm life in ireland. The kids love playing games, especially Uno, and are so curious about the natural world. I enjoyed spending time with them and teaching… read more
17 ago 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Natalie) para el anfitrión
I absolutely loved my time staying with Deirdre, PJ, and the kids. Amy and Micheál are both such great kids and love getting to go outdoors, explore, and learn more about nature. From the moment I arrived, I was made a part of the family and I always looked forward to having a cup of tea with Joan, watching Love Island with Deirdre, or playing Uno… read more
13 ago 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Natalie)
Natelie stayed with us for 5 weeks and she is lovely and bubbly. The kids miss her already and she's only gone 24hrs.
She fitted into our family life very fast and easy. She loved minding the kids, baking with them, bringing them on adventure walks, feeding the dogs and sheep, and of course playing ' Uno' and plenty of puzzles and games.
She kept… read more
She fitted into our family life very fast and easy. She loved minding the kids, baking with them, bringing them on adventure walks, feeding the dogs and sheep, and of course playing ' Uno' and plenty of puzzles and games.
She kept… read more
(Excelente)
5 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Mary Beth) para el anfitrión
I spent 4 weeks with Deirdre, PJ, and the kids and could not recommend them more! It was my first time doing workaway and they made me feel comfortable and a part of the family from the second I arrived. Amy and Michaél are just lovely kids who are easy to entertain—I loved going for walks with them to see Glen the horse, playing outside, doing… read more
3 jul 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Mary Beth)
Mary spent 4 weeks with us and it flew by. She's a very bubbly friendly easy going girl, who is fantastic with our 2 kids. She entertained them with cooking, colouring, puzzles, walks to see glen the pony, songs, feeding our pet Lamb, etc.
She helped us out so much with the laundry, cleaning and cooking especially while I was working.
We will… read more
She helped us out so much with the laundry, cleaning and cooking especially while I was working.
We will… read more
(Excelente)
9 jun 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Christine) para el anfitrión
I was lucky enough to spent 4 weeks with the family.
Deirdre and PJ are wonderful hosts. They are easy going, funny and very welcoming to their house and family. It was easy to fit into their daily life. The Kids are lovely, smart and outgoing -minding them is more fun than work. They love being outside, playing games, baking, painting, crafts… read more
Deirdre and PJ are wonderful hosts. They are easy going, funny and very welcoming to their house and family. It was easy to fit into their daily life. The Kids are lovely, smart and outgoing -minding them is more fun than work. They love being outside, playing games, baking, painting, crafts… read more
7 jun 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Christine)
Tine spent 4 weeks with our family in May and she was a pleasure to have around.
The kids miss her loads and she's only gone a few days ago.
She fitted Into our family life and daily routine very fast and easily.
She has various skills she shared with us, ranging from painting walls inside, feeding our pet lamb, entertaining the kids with… read more
The kids miss her loads and she's only gone a few days ago.
She fitted Into our family life and daily routine very fast and easily.
She has various skills she shared with us, ranging from painting walls inside, feeding our pet lamb, entertaining the kids with… read more
(Excelente)
3 may 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Lucy ) para el anfitrión
This experience was absolutely amazing. I was lucky enough to stay for my 2 months in Ireland. It was good “Craic”. The kids have the most personality you’ll ever see and are so sweet.Pj and Deirdre were so great to me, I had the pleasure of meeting both of their great families. Lambing season was such a great time, it kept all of us busy (and… read more
30 abr 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Lucy )
What can I say, the past 8 weeks absolutely flew by, while Lucy came to stay with us. She is a friendly, bubbly, easy going and kind girl, who fitted into our family life so easily and happily.
Any job we gave her, was no bother and she wasn't afraid to get her hands dirty, while running after sheep and lambs while we were lambing.
The kids miss… read more
Any job we gave her, was no bother and she wasn't afraid to get her hands dirty, while running after sheep and lambs while we were lambing.
The kids miss… read more
(Excelente)
3 mar 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Emily) para el anfitrión
I stayed with Deirdre, PJ, Micheál and Amy at their lovely home on the edge of Gleninchiquin Park for 2 weeks in February, and would have loved to stay longer! The entire family is so warm and welcoming and make you feel at home right away. Minding the kids was always fun and there was always something to do, whether it be playing games, painting… read more
26 feb 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Emily)
Emily stayed with us for 2 weeks and she's only gone a few hours and the kids are asking for her and miss her already.
She is a bubbly, friendly, outgoing, easy going girl you could meet.
She fitted into our family life and routine so quickly.
She entertained and minded our kids, age 3 and 5yrs. She brought them for walks, did homework, arts and… read more
She is a bubbly, friendly, outgoing, easy going girl you could meet.
She fitted into our family life and routine so quickly.
She entertained and minded our kids, age 3 and 5yrs. She brought them for walks, did homework, arts and… read more
(Excelente)
2 feb 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Emilia)
Emilia stayed with us for 3 weeks and she fitted Into our family life easily. The kids loved her until a few minutes of meeting her.
She was great to bring them for walks, bake cookies and muffins with them, play games, read books, sing songs with them.
I wish you all the best with your other hosts and travels.
All the best
She was great to bring them for walks, bake cookies and muffins with them, play games, read books, sing songs with them.
I wish you all the best with your other hosts and travels.
All the best
(Excelente)
2 feb 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Emilia) para el anfitrión
I felt very welcome!
Not only Deirdre and PJ were kindly welcoming me, as well PJ's parents who life close by were very nice people and I enjoyed staying there for some cups of tea. The kids were very cute and easy going and it was fun minding them, especially baking was a thing we three enjoyed a lot. :)
The nature around the house is amazing!… read more
Not only Deirdre and PJ were kindly welcoming me, as well PJ's parents who life close by were very nice people and I enjoyed staying there for some cups of tea. The kids were very cute and easy going and it was fun minding them, especially baking was a thing we three enjoyed a lot. :)
The nature around the house is amazing!… read more
7 dic 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Retha) para el anfitrión
The household welcomed me with open arms and it was easy for me to adjust to their routine. Minding the kids was fun and we had some great times playing games, doing drawings and baking! Deirdre and the family were kind to share their knowledge of the area and Irish culture with me. It was also great fun to share in the festivities of Halloween… read more
6 dic 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Retha)
Retha stayed with us for 7 weeks, minding our kids, cooking, cleaning, laundry, keeping the kids entertained through song , dance, art work, nature walks, baking ginger bread men and cookies.
We miss her dearly already. She fitted into our family life very easily. She's very friendly, happy, reliable, trustworthy person and easy to get along… read more
We miss her dearly already. She fitted into our family life very easily. She's very friendly, happy, reliable, trustworthy person and easy to get along… read more
(Excelente)
17 oct 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Katharina)
Kathi
We will miss you loads.
Kathi spent the last 4 months with our family and 2 kids and she was so friendly, outgoing and easy to get along with.
She fitted into our family life from the moment she came.
She can cook anything you ask her and she minded our kids, entertained them with arts and crafts, nature walks, picnics, songs, music,… read more
We will miss you loads.
Kathi spent the last 4 months with our family and 2 kids and she was so friendly, outgoing and easy to get along with.
She fitted into our family life from the moment she came.
She can cook anything you ask her and she minded our kids, entertained them with arts and crafts, nature walks, picnics, songs, music,… read more
(Excelente)
17 oct 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Katharina) para el anfitrión
What can I say...I meant to stay six weeks and ended up leaving after almost four months. Deirdre and the kids are just so lovely (PJ's alright, too ;-)) and welcomed me into their family the minute I arrived. Work was easy going: minding Micheál and Amy and some light housework. The two of them are super sweet and easy to entertain: we loved… read more
13 jun 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Tanja) para el anfitrión
I lived with the family for almost 6 weeks. It was my first experience with workaway and I was positively surprised. The family welcomed me warmly and I felt good from the beginning. I had my own bedroom and bathroom and it was very comfortable. Pj and Deirdre are very nice people. Also the two children Micheál and Amy are lovely and I already… read more
13 jun 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Tanja)
Tanja stayed with us for 6 weeks and it was an absolute pleasure to have her. She's a very friendly, kind, bubbly person, who is fantastic with kids, cleaning, laundry and cooking. She can put her hand to anything you ask her. She had her own initiative to see what needed to be done and there was No need to tell her what to do.
She fitted into… read more
She fitted into… read more
(Excelente)
17 may 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Madeline) para el anfitrión
I recently spent 3 weeks here during April and would recommend them to anyone who is keen to spend time in Ireland. From the moment I arrived they welcomed me into their family and this continued the whole time I stayed with them. Both Deirdre and PJ are every relaxed and friendly, and both their children are pleasure to look after. The work is… read more
19 abr 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Madeline)
Maddy stayed with our family for a month, minding our 2 young kids , housecleaning and helping us on the farm with our sheep and lambs.
She's a very bubbly, friendly and reliable person and is eager and willing to work, whatever the task.
She bonded very much with our kids and they miss her dearly already. She kept them entertained with singing,… read more
She's a very bubbly, friendly and reliable person and is eager and willing to work, whatever the task.
She bonded very much with our kids and they miss her dearly already. She kept them entertained with singing,… read more
(Excelente)
7 mar 2018
Dejado por el workawayer (Jule) para el anfitrión
My time with the family flew by. Deirdre and Pj are incredibly kind, funny and generous hosts. They really made me feel at home from the first moment on and always made sure I had everything I needed. Amy and Micheál are lovely, very nice kids who are easy to entertain, so work was not hard at all :) I also enjoyed helping out with the sheep (I… read more
17 feb 2018
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jule)
Jule stayed with our family for 6 weeks and we miss her already.
She's a very mature, reliable, easy going, trustworthy and friendly girl, who has brilliant english.
She was fantastic with our 2 kids ( age 2yr and 4 yrs). She brought them for walks, cooked with them, played numerous games, painting etc with them.
She cooked ,cleaned and did… read more
She's a very mature, reliable, easy going, trustworthy and friendly girl, who has brilliant english.
She was fantastic with our 2 kids ( age 2yr and 4 yrs). She brought them for walks, cooked with them, played numerous games, painting etc with them.
She cooked ,cleaned and did… read more
(Excelente)
24 oct 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Natalie) para el anfitrión
I stayed with Deirdre, PJ and their 2 lovely kids for 6 weeks and it was an amazing experience. It was my first time staying with a host family and they were so hospitable, down to earth, kind and generous.
I was lucky enough to meet the extended family and they were all SO amazing. Everyone was so friendly :)
The kids were awesome, too. There… read more
I was lucky enough to meet the extended family and they were all SO amazing. Everyone was so friendly :)
The kids were awesome, too. There… read more
17 oct 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie stayed with us in Southern Ireland for 6 weeks, minding our 2 kids ( Ages 2 & 4 yrs), helping around the house, cooking, laundry and shopping.
She’s a very sociable happy bubbly lovable person and she adapated very fast into our family routine and life .
She is brilliant with kids. She taught them a lot in her short time with us and… read more
She’s a very sociable happy bubbly lovable person and she adapated very fast into our family routine and life .
She is brilliant with kids. She taught them a lot in her short time with us and… read more
(Excelente)
25 ago 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Carlotta) para el anfitrión
This was my first work away experience, and wow it was amazing. I really enjoyed my time in this really quite and relaxing place. The kids are lovely and they are so funny.
Dee and Pj are lovely too and they are really available
I will miss you! :heart:
Dee and Pj are lovely too and they are really available
I will miss you! :heart:
24 ago 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Carlotta)
Carlotta stayed with us in Southern Ireland for 3 weeks and helped us mind our 2 young kids. The kids loved her and she was so kind and friendly towards them. She entertained them with nature walks, colouring/ painting, songs, swimming and much more.
She also is a good cook and made her homemade Italian turmisu dessert for us.
She fitted into… read more
She also is a good cook and made her homemade Italian turmisu dessert for us.
She fitted into… read more
(Excelente)
4 ago 2017
Dejado por el workawayer (Laura) para el anfitrión
I really enjoyed staying at this family! They were always friendly, fair and treated me like a family member :)
The children are lovely and it was easy to become friends with them. I can definitely recommend to join them :)
The children are lovely and it was easy to become friends with them. I can definitely recommend to join them :)
4 ago 2017
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Laura)
Laura stayed with us in Southern Ireland this summer. She got on great with our 2 young kids. Willing and eager to work, enthusiastic, punctual, friendly and easy going. She fitted so easily into our family life and adjusted very fast.
She Has fluent English too.
She Has fluent English too.
(Excelente)
