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Description
Located just 400 meters from the entrance of popular Cahuita National Park, this makes a great base for visiting the park, town and local beaches.
A real paradise, for surfers and animals and nature lovers.
The property includes a main renovated house with 2 spacious bedrooms, kitchen, living room and outdoor deck facing the (2500m2) gardens and pool. There is a separate second newly built large bungalow with 2 bedrooms and a third smaller individual bungalow with 1 bedroom.
Another 2 bedrooms private apartment recently built in the backyard completes the lodge complex with a total of 7 rooms.
Foot paths lead to the centrally located swimming pool where there is also a "rancho" with stove and barbecue area.
We have internet, hot water, washing machine and most amenities. No TV.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
S’occuper des animaux
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Accueil / tourisme
Entretien général
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Cahuita offers you everything you can dream of in nature and animals.
Coming to Costa Rica, you will have an opportunity to learn Spanish.
You will learn much about tropical plants, wildlife and insects and practice sports (surf, hike, snorkelling, etc.)
Aide
We need help with, cleaning and general house keeping, and maybe some simple fixing projects, finish decorating, etc.
We are looking for a positive person (at least 25 years old) who are mindful in action to help us with the process of hosting and connecting with guests here.
We are looking for a volunteer who speaks Spanish and English.
We need people who will make guests feel comfortable.
We are looking for someone who can help out sometimes in reception with reservations.
Sorry but we don't accept smokers.
Please NO COUPLE
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: Courant
Français: Courant
Hébergement
A private bedroom & bathroom + kitchen
2 meals included (Breakfast & lunch).
Autres infos...
We are offering a lot of freedom and flexibility during your time here so you can explore the coast and meet people.
It is also a great opportunity to explore the park, swim, hike, tube, take yoga classes.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Un
Nombre d'heures attendues
4 heures par jour max, 5 j/sem.
N° de référence hôte : 541414923153
Feedback (13)
29 janv. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lindsay)
Lindsay is a fantastic, charming, young lady, willing to work and motivated.
She is a positive ray of energy and extremely motivated, intelligent and kind.
She is a responsible person, well organized and very warm and likeable.
It was very pleasant to spend time with her and she was very attentive and friendly with my three cats.
If you need… read more
She is a positive ray of energy and extremely motivated, intelligent and kind.
She is a responsible person, well organized and very warm and likeable.
It was very pleasant to spend time with her and she was very attentive and friendly with my three cats.
If you need… read more
(Excellent
)
24 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Lindsay) pour l'hôte
Yves is an awesome host! He taught me about french cuisine and made me think about the philosophies of life. He has lived many wonderful and crazy experiences making for a very interesting and open minded human. The work most days was very laid back which included raking leaves, cleaning the kitchen, doing laundry, folding (or trying to ;), and… read more
29 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Lisa-Marie) pour l'hôte
I had a very good time with Yves on his property! The last 2 weeks I mainly helped with the garden, in the kitchen and with general house maintenance. The work exchange was absolutely fair and I had a lot of free time exploring the nationalpark and the beaches! Yves garden is like an oasis and I enjoyed a few hours at the pool as well! He also… read more
24 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lisa-Marie)
Lisa is an amazing, happy and positive person and a fantastic volunteer. She is always in a great mood, motivated, highly reliable and kind. The communication was great, she worked hard taking initiatives, character trait that I highly appreciate.
She is responsible and always did above and beyond and showed her big hearts for my three loving… read more
She is responsible and always did above and beyond and showed her big hearts for my three loving… read more
(Excellent
)
18 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Marthalicia) pour l'hôte
Gracias don Yves por su hospitalidad, por hacerme sentir en casa desde que llegue. Gracias por los almuerzos espectaculares y ser tan comprensivo y considerado conmigo. El lugar es un paraíso, perfecto para relajarse en un ambiente de mucha paz y armonia. Todos los días ves animalitos en el jardín y monos por todos lados fuera de serie. Las tareas… read more
17 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marthalicia)
Marthalicia is a blessing. Always in a good mood, she handled everything perfectly and was easy to communicate with.
I was very happy to have Marthalicia here with me! She is a lovely and reliable person.
She helped with the garden and house maintenance and was always motivated.
I had to travel and left my lodge under its sole responsibility.… read more
I was very happy to have Marthalicia here with me! She is a lovely and reliable person.
She helped with the garden and house maintenance and was always motivated.
I had to travel and left my lodge under its sole responsibility.… read more
(Excellent
)
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Ce sont des évaluations supplémentaires en option lorsque les membres laissent un feedback. La note moyenne pour chaque option est affichée.
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(5.0)
Échange culturel:
(5.0)
Communication:
(5.0)
29 janv. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lindsay)
Lindsay is a fantastic, charming, young lady, willing to work and motivated.
She is a positive ray of energy and extremely motivated, intelligent and kind.
She is a responsible person, well organized and very warm and likeable.
It was very pleasant to spend time with her and she was very attentive and friendly with my three cats.
If you need… read more
She is a positive ray of energy and extremely motivated, intelligent and kind.
She is a responsible person, well organized and very warm and likeable.
It was very pleasant to spend time with her and she was very attentive and friendly with my three cats.
If you need… read more
(Excellent
)
24 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Lindsay) pour l'hôte
Yves is an awesome host! He taught me about french cuisine and made me think about the philosophies of life. He has lived many wonderful and crazy experiences making for a very interesting and open minded human. The work most days was very laid back which included raking leaves, cleaning the kitchen, doing laundry, folding (or trying to ;), and… read more
29 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Lisa-Marie) pour l'hôte
I had a very good time with Yves on his property! The last 2 weeks I mainly helped with the garden, in the kitchen and with general house maintenance. The work exchange was absolutely fair and I had a lot of free time exploring the nationalpark and the beaches! Yves garden is like an oasis and I enjoyed a few hours at the pool as well! He also… read more
24 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lisa-Marie)
Lisa is an amazing, happy and positive person and a fantastic volunteer. She is always in a great mood, motivated, highly reliable and kind. The communication was great, she worked hard taking initiatives, character trait that I highly appreciate.
She is responsible and always did above and beyond and showed her big hearts for my three loving… read more
She is responsible and always did above and beyond and showed her big hearts for my three loving… read more
(Excellent
)
18 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Marthalicia) pour l'hôte
Gracias don Yves por su hospitalidad, por hacerme sentir en casa desde que llegue. Gracias por los almuerzos espectaculares y ser tan comprensivo y considerado conmigo. El lugar es un paraíso, perfecto para relajarse en un ambiente de mucha paz y armonia. Todos los días ves animalitos en el jardín y monos por todos lados fuera de serie. Las tareas… read more
17 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marthalicia)
Marthalicia is a blessing. Always in a good mood, she handled everything perfectly and was easy to communicate with.
I was very happy to have Marthalicia here with me! She is a lovely and reliable person.
She helped with the garden and house maintenance and was always motivated.
I had to travel and left my lodge under its sole responsibility.… read more
I was very happy to have Marthalicia here with me! She is a lovely and reliable person.
She helped with the garden and house maintenance and was always motivated.
I had to travel and left my lodge under its sole responsibility.… read more
(Excellent
)
19 févr. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Pauline) pour l'hôte
Je n'aurais pas pu rêver mieux pour ma première expérience de workaway !
La maison, le jardin, tout est magnifique. J'ai eu la chance de voir tout un tas d'animaux ici.
Je remercie Yves pour son accueil, sa bienveillance, ses conseils, sa cuisine, et sa générosité.
Il est très arrangeant, j'ai eu beaucoup de temps libre. Il m'a même emmené… read more
La maison, le jardin, tout est magnifique. J'ai eu la chance de voir tout un tas d'animaux ici.
Je remercie Yves pour son accueil, sa bienveillance, ses conseils, sa cuisine, et sa générosité.
Il est très arrangeant, j'ai eu beaucoup de temps libre. Il m'a même emmené… read more
15 févr. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Pauline)
Pauline is such a wonderful and charming person. I was extremely happy to have Pauline home. Her tireless positive attitude gave me good energy. Always in a good mood ! Ready for the day. She was always there to accomplish with the tasks assigned. She helped me as much as she could. I cannot recommend her highly enough. The Villa is open for her… read more
(Excellent
)
4 janv. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Emilie) pour l'hôte
Par où commencer... Peut être juste par un immense merci Yves. Merci pour ton accueil, pour ta gentillesse, pour ton attention.
J'ai pris soin et des 3 adorables minets pendant ses quelques jours d'absence mais il faut être honnête, c'est plus Yves qui a pris soin de moi que le contraire !
Je ne pouvais espérer meilleur hôte, d'une grande… read more
J'ai pris soin et des 3 adorables minets pendant ses quelques jours d'absence mais il faut être honnête, c'est plus Yves qui a pris soin de moi que le contraire !
Je ne pouvais espérer meilleur hôte, d'une grande… read more
20 déc. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Emilie)
Emilie is a very sweet and responsable young woman.
She is a very pleasant and funny person to have around, respectful, motivated, careful and considered.
She is a hard worker and always in a good mood. She has been taking care of my lodge and my guests during my absence. Babysitting their 3 children and my 3 cats.
I felt completely at ease… read more
She is a very pleasant and funny person to have around, respectful, motivated, careful and considered.
She is a hard worker and always in a good mood. She has been taking care of my lodge and my guests during my absence. Babysitting their 3 children and my 3 cats.
I felt completely at ease… read more
(Excellent
)
9 juil. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Julia) pour l'hôte
I loved this work away experience so much! I was staying here for around 2 weeks. A beautiful lush in property close to the national park. My work was mainly painting some walls, gardening and cooking. You will have your own beautiful room and a lot of freetime to enjoy Cahuita or Puerto Viejo (only 20min away). Yves is a very responsible and… read more
30 juin 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Julia)
What a pleasure it was to have Julia here around! She stayed at my place for 2 weeks and helped me renovating, painting, gardening, cooking and even taking care of some guests children, as a baby sitter.
She‘s a very enthusiastic and happy nature. Any host will be glad to have her! I wish her all the best on her way.
She‘s a very enthusiastic and happy nature. Any host will be glad to have her! I wish her all the best on her way.
(Excellent
)
27 nov. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Yuna2Wilson)
Yuna was great to have around. She is a hard worker, enthusiastic and proactive, always ready to take on any task. She is independent, mature and responsible with a good work ethic. Yuna takes initiative and doesn't require being asked to do daily tasks. She is always in a good mood and kind. Thank you Yuna for your diligence and positivity. Take… read more
(Excellent
)
25 oct. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Natasa) pour l'hôte
Yves is a great host. He lives in this little paradise close to the National park and the jungle. His 3 cats and all the other animals that come to visit the place are just amazing. The work is not difficult (cleaning, painting,...) and you get a lot of free time. There is also a very nice pool you can use. Yves is also a very good cook, lunch is… read more
23 oct. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Natasa)
Natasa is an open minded, very friendly, quiet and independent person, always in a good mood and a very good worker (preparing and cleaning the house, gardening, painting...etc.) - ready and willing to take it on.
She did help a lot and we are thankful for that. Any host would find her most helpful.
She did help a lot and we are thankful for that. Any host would find her most helpful.
(Excellent
)
21 mai 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Elena) pour l'hôte
Staying here is a dream place to be! I finally stayed longer than I planned.
The place is surrounded by fruit trees and really nice plants to get inspired! I enjoyed a lot working while I listened / watched birds, monkeys... This is amazing.
The work is easy to do and you don´t need to spend a lot of time to get it done. I cleaned, painted, swept… read more
The place is surrounded by fruit trees and really nice plants to get inspired! I enjoyed a lot working while I listened / watched birds, monkeys... This is amazing.
The work is easy to do and you don´t need to spend a lot of time to get it done. I cleaned, painted, swept… read more
15 mai 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Elena)
Elena is simply the best workaway you can dream about. She is Andalusian, that means that you have at home a daily a Spanish sunshine. She is smart, funny, even tempered. Her skills are endless. She is a real talented artist. She paints, draws, dance, etc.
Elena took care of the garden and help in the house enthusiastically.
Of course she is a… read more
Elena took care of the garden and help in the house enthusiastically.
Of course she is a… read more
(Excellent
)
28 févr. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Janina) pour l'hôte
I had a great time in Cahuita. The villa is very beautiful and Yves is a real good host! He loves cooking and I really enjoyed it! He always made me feel like I am at home. His cats are the cutest and I loved to be around them. You will have a lot of free time to enjoy the beautiful nature there. Going to miss you all!
27 févr. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Janina)
Janina is very reliable, caring, responsible. A great team player, honest integral and easy to work with. It was a real pleasure having you in the Villa. Thank you very much for baby nursing Zurqui, my cat when he was sick and taking care of the two others. Thank you very much for taking care of the garden and be always in good mood, smiling and… read more
(Excellent
)
2 janv. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Kata) pour l'hôte
Thank you for the kind words!I had the opportunity to stay with Yves for approx one month and I had amazing time here. The Villa is beautiful, the work was a combination of cleaning, gardening and painting- I really loved to work in the garden because I saw birds, monkeys,frogs and many other animals. In my free time I went to the beach/ the… read more
1 janv. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Kata)
For one month Kata has helped us out here.
It turned out wonderfully. Kata helped us with painting work, taking care of the garden and do the cleaning with great care.
Kata is fluent in spanish and english.
You are such a gentle soul dear Kata. We felt you where very easy going, fun and reliable. We enjoyed you being around with your positive… read more
It turned out wonderfully. Kata helped us with painting work, taking care of the garden and do the cleaning with great care.
Kata is fluent in spanish and english.
You are such a gentle soul dear Kata. We felt you where very easy going, fun and reliable. We enjoyed you being around with your positive… read more
(Excellent
)
28 nov. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marissa)
Marissa is a wonderful workaway guest. She is dedicated, interesting and very joyful.
She's been an excellent worker. We think any host she will visit should be very happy and lucky with her presence. She is multi-talented and innovative.
During her stay, she did some really nice work in the garden and on painting cabins. She has a beautiful smile… read more
She's been an excellent worker. We think any host she will visit should be very happy and lucky with her presence. She is multi-talented and innovative.
During her stay, she did some really nice work in the garden and on painting cabins. She has a beautiful smile… read more
(Excellent
)
28 nov. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Marissa) pour l'hôte
My experience with Yves was truly phenomenal. This was my first workaway and I couldn’t of picked a better stay. This property is so well maintained and Yves is such a hard worker, I was able to do a variation of chores such as painting, cleaning, raking leaves and my favourite.. making fresh lemonade daily!! In my free time I was able to relax by… read more
7 nov. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Gisela) pour l'hôte
The villa is a truly beautiful place. If you like working outdoors and are interested in exploring the nature and see differents animals it's a great place to stay and the owner is really what makes this place special.
There is plenty to do, and every day tends to be different.
I had freedom to work in the hours I wanted and enjoy the beautiful… read more
There is plenty to do, and every day tends to be different.
I had freedom to work in the hours I wanted and enjoy the beautiful… read more
3 nov. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gisela)
Gisela, is smart, intuitive, funny and loves animals!
She's a lover of life and a nice person to live with.
I found her to be responsible and easy going.
She fits in almost immediately and after a few days it was like she had been here the whole time.
Gisela takes initiative and doesn't require being asked to do daily tasks.
The list of her… read more
She's a lover of life and a nice person to live with.
I found her to be responsible and easy going.
She fits in almost immediately and after a few days it was like she had been here the whole time.
Gisela takes initiative and doesn't require being asked to do daily tasks.
The list of her… read more
(Excellent
)
10 nov. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Amelia) pour l'hôte
I have had an amazing time here! Yves is such a great host! He is very charasmatic and welcoming so within 2 minutes of being here I already felt like I was family and that this was home away from home. There was never a dull moment here and I definitly got the sense that I was part of a team and not just cheap labor! On top of that, the work here… read more
8 nov. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Amelia)
Amelia is an amazing person, so helpful, so nice, so active, with a positive attitude and flexible for any task. We really appreciate her work and her availability. She is responsible and diligent in her volunteer duties. She can be very helpful also as english teacher and for taking care of children. She has a great sense of humor and she is very… read more
(Excellent
)
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