Bienvenue dans notre famille, dans la Scottish Riviera, Castle Douglas, Royaume-Uni

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My son is 10 years old. I am also known as Susanda
Near sea, beautiful area.

Workaways tend to return to us so sometimes we have last minute places.
We would welcome someone to help with some gardening and lifting, general tasks, DIY sometimes, basically lots of stuff.
Many of our workaways are last minute as we don't book too far ahead.
There is always lots to do in the house. Both help and play.

We always welcome people from all walks of life and have piano, uklele and guitar available for those that like to play. Also table tennis and Home Cinema.
We can teach you to play canasta if you want and also play Catan. We like Wii and Xbox and creativity is great. Especially music and filming. We like to make shorts and run online magazines.
Type d'aide
Jardinage
Construction
Baby-sitting / garde d’enfant
Aide aux personnes âgées
Entretien / Bricolage
Cuisine / courses
Autres
Aide à la maison
Travail associatif
Aide informatique / Internet
Enseignement
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
We are in a great area of Scotland but not far from England so you can see the cultural differences between the English and the Scottish. Good links to major cities .
I am happy to teach singing. We have a piano and guitar on hand you are welcome to use.
Aide
General home maintenance
Help with renovating
Gardening help
Carpentry can be useful, also we can give wood for your own projects.
Recording help with music and video
Helping with child care and teaching.
Langues parlées
English
Hébergement
Room with shared shower or bath. You are also free to enjoy the facilities in the house. Cinema + TV room, netflix, music room, Table tennis, Musical instruments. Games available, XBox / Wii - wifi. Plenty of time to yourself or join in board games and Karaoke. Electric blanket if you are cold at night.
Autres infos...
We love to play cards and games. Cinema, table tennis. Musical activities. Gardening for those that love it. Cat to pamper. Normally our weather is pretty good, we are in the gulf stream. 40 miles from England in SW Scotland. Daffodils are already blooming.
We are happy for people to go off for the weekends and can drop at transport for local trips.
We are not near shops so catering for gluten free is difficult.
Informations complémentaires
- Accès Internet
- Accès Internet limité
- Nous avons des animaux
- Nous sommes fumeurs
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Plus de deux
Nombre d'heures attendues
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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08.05.2020

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alexis)

it was great to have Alexis here. He completed any task, no matter how trivial or boring with a smile and never complained. Adapted and learned and was fun to be around. We will miss him and hope he visits us again sometime.

(Excellente )

17.03.2020

Laissé par le workawayer (Alexis) pour l'hôte

for my first experience as a workwawayer, i spent 6 weeks in susan castle. and what a fantastic experience for me! The jobs were varied ranging from painting for my part to playing a few hours with his son at Minecraft. The place where the castle is located is really nice just like the castle.
Thank you again for this experience and good luck in… read more

(Excellente )

15.01.2020

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Valeria Leticia & Laura)

Excellent food and great company. Spotless cleaning, smiles and great with children.
We still think of them, even now, can't forget their cooking.
We had lots of good times in the evening playing cards.
Definitely all rounders. Looking forward to their next visit.

(Excellente )

22.10.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Valeria Leticia & Laura) pour l'hôte

Hello

We spent almost 20days with Susan this last September living in a wonderful Scottish Castle with her family and two lovely friends (who once in the past were volunteers) there. We helped in different tasks mainly with guest rooms, food preparation and lots of cleaning.
The place is so big that we think we didn't get to discover it… read more

(Excellente )

15.01.2020

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (kevin)

Kevin is simply the best. He cooked fantastic food like tira misu, one of the best i have tasted anywhere and it was vegan!
He also can turn his hand to any other job that was thrown at him, was great at managing the place and also is a gifted photographer.
We are very keen to have him back and hope he will come and help us again soon. Truly a man… read more

(Excellente )

18.12.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (kevin) pour l'hôte

I stayed at the castle for 3 months and had a very lovely experience with Susan and her Family.
It is a fabulous building, set in a very beautiful location. I really enjoyed my time there. Lots of free time for exploring the local area and many fun things to do with the community. A memorable experience. Thank You.

(Excellente )

09.01.2020

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Cat & Adrian)

What a superb all round family. Adrian is excellent at any house renovation you need help with. cat is fantastic anywhere, from diy to cleaning to cooking. Sophia is super nice and well behaved. They are worth their weight in gold. Both Cat and Adrian do twice as much as most workaways and they dont mind seeing things through. We were hoping to… read more

(Excellente )

06.01.2020

Laissé par le workawayer (Cat & Adrian) pour l'hôte

We really enjoyed our 3 weeks at the castle and were sad to leave, but the road was calling. There was always something to do, the work was interesting and varied, and the company was great fun. Staying in such a big place took a bit of getting used to, but it quickly felt cosy and homely. Also, we got great leg and butt muscles from going up and… read more

(Excellente )

18.10.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Barbara & Katarzyna)

Lovely pair of girls. A pleasure to have them and hoping they will return one day! Hard workers who dont mind pitching in at any time. Turning they hands to anything. Not just helpful and sincere but genuinely nice pair.

(Excellente )

12.10.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Barbara & Katarzyna) pour l'hôte

We stayed in the castle in August for two weeks. Susan picked us up from the bus stop in the Castle and we got our private tour of the castle with Palma (an excellent free walking tour through all those staircases and beddings). They've turned us into canasta addicts (Palma, you are still Kasia's favourite partner). We learned about the importance… read more

(Excellente )

18.10.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Carine)

Carine is a wonderful person and great fun to have around. She has no problem adapting to everything going around and can turn her hand at anything. She is super talented with her puppets as well and they make a happy family.
Cooking, helping out with gardening, cleaning, washing. Also a whizz at IT and programmes like Photoshop and many other… read more

(Excellente )

01.10.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Carine) pour l'hôte

Staying at Susan's castle was formidable. From the moment I arrived I felt very welcome, James came to pick me up at the village of Castle Douglas, Susan welcomed me before she went to play bridge with her mother in the next town, and Sean showed me around the whole castle, and what a tour that was! The 10 days I happily spent in Susan's castle… read more

(Excellente )

08.07.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (nuria)

Nuria was a joy to have and very talented. She could also do practical jobs and very upbeat and great to be around, it was a pleasure having her here. We wish her great luck in her travels and hope that she will return one day.

(Excellente )

05.03.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (nuria) pour l'hôte

I had such a great time at Susan's castle!! She's fantastic and a good singer!! I spent just 2 weeks but It was intensive and very nice, basically, my tasks consisted of cleaning common areas, rooms and kitchen. The accommodation was fantastic and the food cooked was really delicious, I enjoyed so much having dinner all together! Special mentions… read more

(Excellente )

25.03.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Blanka) pour l'hôte

March 2019
I stayed one month in the amazing castle which is situated in the Scottish countryside.. (ideal for playing Canasta, after dinner..).
It is easy to find several beautiful walks around and Amanda is helpful to organize or take you anywhere you want/need. Amanda is a really easy-going woman, in a good mood, singing all the time.
Her… read more

(Excellente )

25.03.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Blanka)

Blanka is like having your own superhero living in the house or on the farm. She is at home with animals as she is good with children. Having a somewhat demanding child on occasion, it is wonderful how she has adapted to his needs. She is completely trustworthy and has also helped my 90-year-old mother greatly. Blanka also is a wonderful cook,… read more

(Excellente )

07.03.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nelson & Stephanie)

Stephanie is Super powered. She can turn her hand to anything and is funny, resourceful, super neat, friendly, clever and great at playing games. Her cooking will be sorely missed. We didn't have enough time with her and we do hope she will return when she can for a longer stay. We would love to have done more trips with her. We wish her all the… read more

(Excellente )

22.01.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tamar)

Tamar is a lovely person. I don't feel I really got to know her well but I was keen to know her further. She came at a very busy time and jumped straight in. She is able to work on her own and organise herself. She made some lovely dishes for us and we had a nice Christmas with games and walks in the countryside. My son really loved her cooking… read more

(Très bonne )

07.01.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Tamar) pour l'hôte

My stay with the host for the last 3 weeks was great.
Amanda made me feel part of the family, during the work days and throughout the holiday period.
I enjoyed learning new skills like chopping woods and making the log fire as well as my role in the large kitchen. It was fantastic to spend time with the family and with the other workaway… read more

(Très bonne )

23.11.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Solène)

Solène is a wonderful person who is very talented at whatever she turns her hand too. Very good at painting and decorating, we need more! Plus some very nice cooking which is also missed. Hope you come back again soon.

(Excellente )

13.11.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Solène) pour l'hôte

I had two amazing stays with Susan ! Couldn't have found a better first workaway. When I arrived I mostly handled the cooking, and for my second stay I did interior painting and some cleaning. Susan is a very laid back and sweet person, and she’s very flexible with the different jobs. She made me feel at home as soon as I arrived at the castle,… read more

(Excellente )

26.09.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tomáš & Simona)

We were very pleased to have Tom and Simona and their lovely dog stay with us.
We had thought they were staying longer and were a bit surprised by their departure. We had just started playing board games which we really liked so it was a pity to see them go. We wish them lots of luck on their journeys.

(Très bonne )

11.09.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Tomáš & Simona) pour l'hôte

We had a great time with Suzan and her family, they were very flexible about our free time and work and very tolerante to our puppy. We enjoyed dinners and evenings together, the castle is stunning. We really recommande Suzan as a host, it´s a great experience :)

(Excellente )

02.09.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Chiara)

Chiara was a pure joy to have stay. So likable and always smiling and happy to tackle anything.
We still think of her and she is always welcome to return.
Her musical skills were a great help to us. She can also tackle anything, even the boring jobs with a confident attitude.
Hope to see her again in the future.

(Excellente )

26.08.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Chiara) pour l'hôte

This year I spent a month with Susan and her family. It was my first Workaway experience and I have had a really good time with them and with the other people in the house. I do really appreciate their support in this new adventure.
In the castle there is always a familiar atmosphere and that was very important for me. I did a lot of little works… read more

(Excellente )

29.07.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (guy & Syl) pour l'hôte

The first thing to mention is the castel is really huge. We sometimes got lost with wich door to take or wich path to have. But after 3 days you begin to have a map in your mind. We had individual bedroom for my son and I that gave us space and privacy. It was our first workaway and it turned out really well. Susan and Palma was very friendly and… read more

(Excellente )

21.07.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (guy & Syl)

Not one great Guy, but two great guys! Very proficient at fixing things around the property and even tackling a large plumbing job, Guy and Syl did not let me down. They also fixed numerous, chairs, window sashes, doors, cupboards.
But more than this they were great fun to be with. My only regret is that I, personally, did not get more time to… read more

(Excellente )

17.07.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Antoine)

Antoine is simply one of the best people to help you. He is always upbeat, smiling, funny and easy to be with and his heart is very big.
We would have loved for him to stay longer, the time flew by and he is welcome to return whenever he wants. We wish him the best in his life and send our love. Thank you for everything you did. The lawn misses… read more

(Excellente )

04.07.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Antoine) pour l'hôte

I had an excellent month with the Susan family.

They are super friendly and very nice!
The house is very pretty and the surroundings too.

The work depends a lot on what has to be done.
But we always do different jobs so we don't do the same things every time!

I was able to learn new things so thank you so much for that!

I will never forget… read more

(Excellente )

18.06.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Frieder) pour l'hôte

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(Moyenne )

02.08.2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Ilza & Isther) pour l'hôte

It was amazing experience staying with Susan’s family and the other workaways.
We feel good and in a family atmosphere The view of the place is wonderful.
We had many wonderful times shared such as: some karaoke parties, movies, tennis games, walking to the cliffs and to the beach.
We lcould improve our English and learn more about cooking.
We… read more

(Excellente )

31.07.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ilza & Isther)

What a beautiful pair of people. They are so happy to help with all sorts of things and very talented in turning their hand to anything.
The cooking was delightful and their company also. We hope we will see them again and wish them all the best.

(Excellente )

01.08.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jordan)

It was so lovely to have you here and you were so helpful with all sorts of things. Above and beyond anything that would be expected from you. Thank you for coming to stay, the door is always open. Jordan is a great worker and joins in with everything. She is so helpful and never complains even when what she is doing is not much fun. Well worth… read more

(Excellente )

31.07.2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Jordan) pour l'hôte

Staying with Amanda and her son was an absolutely wonderful workaway experience. The house and areas surrounding the house are both very beautiful and peaceful. There are areas to go exploring and a nice view of the sea from the house. The work varies depending on what needs to be done around the house, but Amanda has reasonable and understanding… read more

(Excellente )

21.07.2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Palma) pour l'hôte

Staying here has been an amazing experience: table tennis challenges, picnic outside with a stunning view, karaoke party, hiking to the cliff and the near beach and much more. I'd never get bored of this place! Amanda is the most entertaining and kind person that I've ever met, I never spent a day here without a laugh.
This experience helped me a… read more

(Excellente )

10.04.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jaromir & Eva)

(Non présentation)

21.03.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ari)

it was lovely to have Katy and Ari here. Katy is a fantastic cook and she is very missed. Hopefully we will see them again.

(Très bonne )

12.03.2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Ari) pour l'hôte

Me and Katty had a really good time with Amanda and Byron, even though he is sometimes upset, he is a really lovely boy, Amanda is very sweet and we really enjoy our time with her, we share together some really fun moments, playing, singing, watching movies and just chatting.
The place is lovely and the house!!! We wish you the best always Amanda… read more

(Très bonne )

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