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Hello :)
My name is Linda, I am 49 years old. I am married to Bjørn-Arvid, who is 43 years old. Together we have the girls Julianne who is 17 years old and Sunniva who is 15 years old.
We live in Laukvik, a small village in Lofoten. We are home-loving people, Bjørn-Arvid is a captain, so he works at sea for 4 weeks, and is at home for 4 weeks.
When he is at home, we want to be at home and do things around the house, the garden and at the cabin.
And when he's at sea, I need some extra hands.
The help will take place Monday through Friday, 5 hours a day. If you would like some days off mid-week to explore Lofoten, you can accumulate hours in advance.
We have simple house rules that you will be introduced to—such as waste sorting. I also expect my guests to shower, brush their teeth, and wash their clothes regularly.
It feels strange to include this here, but my past experiences make it necessary.
We got a old house from my father in law, and we can do what we want with it. so if you want, you can be a part of this. Painting, cleaning, making new walls, floors, i think it will be fun, but it will take time, and it has to done nicely. outside of this house, we will make a new garden and a new parking for cars. This is more a a summer thing.
At home there will be some painting, some work in the garden. work around the berrytrees and the strawberryfield. makeing flowerbeds, make a house for the airheating... many small things, we take it as it comes :)
i have a boathous that need some paint, and a new wall. and another that needs a lot of love and care :)
We have a small carrotfield and a onionfield that we handweed, with the best view over the sea.
And in the summer we go to the cottage and would like to take you with us, do some work, pick berryes, and relax. It has a outdoor toilet, no electricity, wather from a river. and nice view. so you have to like this kind of life...
there is a lake for fiching, but you can do it from the beach aswell.
So what can we offer you as workawayers in freetime?
Nice mountain walks, walks in the forest and on the beach. A relaxed environment, where we go to great lengths to ensure that our guests have a great experience. Some days are probably a bit hectic, but we'll make up for it. We can't promise sunshine on the days you're here, but we can promise you beautiful and wild nature. What experiences you are left with is very much up to you.
The possibilities are many, feel free to check out Lofoten on the internet, maybe there is something you really want to experience. A trip from my place all the way to Å takes 2 hours.
If you want to learn to knit, i can teach.
We have now had over 100 young people visit our home and it has been an incredibly pleasant experience to get to know them all. I therefore want to continue as a host, come up with big and small projects around the house, and at the same time show what Lofoten can offer..
Of course, I hold breakfast, lunch and dinner.
But if you don't wish to eat what is being served, you are welcome to buy your own food and cook yourself.
You have to put up with cats.( we have 3)
we keep the work clothes you need.
During the summer we can have 2x2 guests, winter ( oct-april) only 2. Feel free to message me for more detailed information or if you have any questions
If you want to come here, please enter your arrival date and departure date. Nothing less then 2 week) Then it is easier for me to get the calendar to go up.
I also need the workawayer to be open, if there is something you really want to learn or do, tell us :) -
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Bénévolat
Projets artistiques
Pratique d’une langue
Jardinage d'entretien
Projets DIY créatifs
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Petits travaux d'entretien
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Centres d’intérêt
Ferme
Soin des plantes
Jardinage
Bricolage / artisanat
Menuiserie
Livres
Art et design
Animaux
Activités en plein air
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Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
The traveler will have the opportunity to experience wild and beautiful nature in Lofoten. Look in to the app "Reis" to get good information about the bus.
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Projets impliquant des enfants
Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.
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Aide
some cleaning inside the house as well as some outside.
a bit of gardning,
painting outside the house
helping me in the garage, sorting out things.
Geting the new container ready to be a storageroom
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Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Norwegian: Courant -
Hébergement
Two guesthouses outside
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Autres infos...
We live in a village, but have the opportunity to drive around to experience things from time to time.Here is just one question about what the guest wants to experience of Lofoten.
But we prefer that the guests use the bus, as it is best for the environment and the safety of local drivers. -
Informations complémentaires
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Accès Internet
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Accès Internet limité
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Nous avons des animaux
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Nous sommes fumeurs
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Familles bienvenues
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Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Deux
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Mes animaux
Fariin (1 an)
Finus (2 ans)
Fiona (2 ans)
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The area is … read more
We stayed in a … read more
The work was varied, and I really enjoyed doing it. Each … read more
These two boys came like a breath of fresh air into our family, and they were absolutely not afraid to do things, no matter what the weather was like.
We cleaned up the mess in the old shed, planted onions and carrots, cleaned up the strawberry fields and around the house here at home. They were the kind of guys you could … read more
To sum it up in a few words: it was like finding a Norwegian mom, who was always willing to make us feel safe and happy, no matter the circumstances.
For example, one day we went to the Viking museum in Borg, but then there was a rockfall and the road e10 was closed and we … read more
It's been a long time since you were with us, but it still feels like it was yesterday. I am extremely happy that I had the opportunity to get to know you a little bit. You are a strong woman, and made a good impression on us, so when I saw that you were applying for a job, it was not difficult to recommend you … read more
After a spontaneous “elk watching tour” on my first day, Linda continued to introduce us to the culture of Norway. She never gave up on teaching me how to knit, and in the end I had even completed 1 glove. She also made sure to include … read more
I am extremely grateful to you that I had such a great time with you and I really miss you!
Laukvik is such a beautiful place for long walks!
Sorting the carrots was a whole new task for me, which influenced my appreciation. It was exciting for me to learn about the whole … read more
It's been a long time since you were here, but you absolutely deserve to get feedback from us here in Laukvik!
We are incredibly happy that you took the chance to come to us!
You are young people who put your soul into the work you do, and you don't give up until the work is done.
I didn't get to spend much time with you … read more
The title of this review is gonna be: JUST COME HERE! YOU WILL LOVE IT! NO REGRETS, I CAN MAKE SURE THAT IT WILL BE ONE OF THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF YOUR LIFE!
I can't believe it's been four months since we spent that month in Laukvik... it's been a blink of an eye!! We miss every single one of you, Sunniva and the way … read more
Thank you so much for being the people you are! Hard working, fun, easy to talk to, and so missed!
I really don't know how to start when I tell about you... because the month you were with us flew by way too fast... We were a nice team, you two, Martina and I ... You are yes people, and when you were asked to help, you … read more
- welcoming me so flexible and heartily after hitchhiking to you :)
- the good conversations with you and the other workawayers
- plenty of good food, drinks and of course icecream :D
- good humour
- trust and honesty
- and lastly your cheeky but lovable girls :)
I'll always link your place with nice hikes, stunning beaches, … read more
Thank you very much for visiting Laukvika and Lofoten.
I will remember you for your laugh, because when you laughed, you laughed really loud too...
I will remember you for the speed when you chatted, and for all the times I had to ask you to repeat what you said, because I fell off the load.
I will remember you for the help … read more
The work … read more
The work was a lot of fun, which is why the time flew by. We could see a lot of new things, especially when it comes to harvesting potatoes and carrots.
Linda's family also takes good care of our culinary needs. Although we were … read more
Thank you so much for the wonderful experience we had! You were so welcoming from the start and we felt like part of your family immediately. You showed us around your area and gave us private access to the hottest summer party in the Lofoten. Sunniva and Julianna are such sweethearts and I must admit I really miss hanging out with … read more
The girls had the pleasure of spending some nice summer days with you here in Lofoten, while I was at work.
You had such a nice way of being around them, showing them that it's okay to be me.
Sunniva mentions music and singing when we talk about you, while Julianne talks about jewelery and evening … read more
Thank you very much for taking the chance to come to me here in Lofoten. You are a nice person who spreads joy and laughter around you.
And the food you made here, and the breads... amazing!
You don't give up without a fight, which came in handy, when the wind took all the fabric we had laid on the carrot land, so with good … read more
Queen of South Africa :)
You are the working guest I have had the most contact with after one stay, and I really appreciate the conversations we have on whatsapp, even that I have had to learn to see myself in a part of the screen.
That it was you who came to me this spring could not have been a better fit. You are a person who … read more
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The family are kind, generous, welcoming and have a good sense of humour. They included me in all aspects of their lives and made me feel like I was part of the … read more
Here is the feedback about you :)
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You were the first working guest I've had who has stayed with me twice. That says a lot about how well we have enjoyed each other's company.
You first came to visit during the Easter holidays, when the school in Kabelvåg was closed.
You are not afraid to take part in what is … read more
The work was flexibel and in my experience quite fun and varied. I was so happy with the experience that the next time I got … read more
Unfortunately, the circumstances did it so you were unable to spend many days with me.
Regardless, the first impression was that you were an easy-going person,and I am incredibly grateful for the time we had together. I hope you have some good memories from Lofoten and Norway, and if you get the chance, you are always welcome … read more
I was allowed to accompany Linda and the family through their everyday life for two and a half weeks and during this time I learned and saw a lot (of course even better with lenses😂). From weeding in the field, going out to the pub (with a good brown bear😉), boat tour around the island, … read more
They are very welcoming and funny people and nice to be around.
I got to taste a lot of good, traditional food and to work on their fields, which was very fun as we were always some of us to work together. during my last days, we … read more
Then the walls in the hallway were ginger-coloured, and the ceiling has been cleaned and made nice again.
Oh, I've learned that pancakes can be eaten in 3 different ways.
I have to admit that I found their stay a bit difficult. Difficult because you drove your own car, so you didn't need me to show you around. And difficult … read more
Thank you for being you, and for the effort you made with me to find the old floor in the hallway. We got pretty dusty, but we both took it with a smile. By the summer it will be finished, so then you will get pictures so you can see the final result.
You introduced me and my girls to vegan food, and I can still look back on the … read more
Fresh breath in everyday life, always smiling and cheerful.
Queens of the night, but heroes by day all the same. It was so pleasant to sit and chat with you in the evenings, and many things were made. Oh, the best thing was hanging on the Christmas tree when you left. A crocheted Christmas bauble :)
Cleaning the whole … read more
Thank you very much for taking the chance to come here to Lofoten and Laukvika.
Having you has been a breath of fresh air in everyday life for both of us and the girls.
The help you have given us has meant an enormous amount, sorting potatoes, washing the house for my father-in-law. Painting of the hallway here at my … read more
You have been the working guest, who has been with me for the longest time. It was 6 weeks in total. It goes without saying, I have enjoyed your company.
You have been a tremendous resource to me with your skills and patience. My girls have also had a great time with you in the house.
Isolation, harvesting of potatoes and carrots. a … read more
Two weeks with you were unfortunately four weeks too short...
I wish you could have stayed longer, because you became more of a friend than a workawayer for me...
Late evenings, with coffee/tea and knitting, also in and out of the house in search of the northern lights.
You got to experience Matmora from one of her best sides, and … read more
You must be the calmest person I have ever met!
Your arrival in Laukvika was not planned, but the circumstances made you come, and I have not regretted it for a second.
Together with other workawayers, we got a lot done here, not only work tasks, but also in the social part.
There was always something to talk about, so laying the … read more
The two weeks i spent with you were incredible. I had a great time with you hiking to Heia, baking cinnamon rolls, going to see elks, picking gooseberries, visiting svolvær... Laukvik is such a stunning place, round by mountains and fjords. I feel very happy to have seen the northern lights, it was one of my dreams when … read more
Hope you had a nice time with me and my girls here. It has been incredibly pleasant to be with you. And i am so happy that you got to see the nothern light over the house!
You are a physically strong woman, so repairing and putting up a new fence at Delp was easy :) There was no doubt that you enjoyed that type of work.
Thank you … read more
Our three week stay in Laukvik has flown by faster than we expected and we must admit we enjoyed it greatly. We still remember the first day when we sat at the dinner table and almost instantly we felt that for the length of our stay, you will truly be our family.
The work, we’ve done was anything but … read more
Having you stay with us for 3 weeks has been incredibly nice. You have always been smiling and cheerful, and you have a sense of humor that everyone can appreciate.
The girls miss you very much, and hope they can see you again.
It has been incredibly fun that you have learned a little Norwegian when you have been here too. … read more
Well she is a joker for sure, she will try to make you laugh in every situation, aspecialy in the field when your mind is empty😂.
She is a great cook, and you have to like her bread if you dont Becareful ! But anyway im sure you will like it, its tasty and good !
Well for thé work most of the time there is a good ryththm, and … read more
Thank you very much for three very pleasant weeks together with you!
You are an easy-going young man, who is certainly not afraid to work. Fast and efficient!
During the three weeks you were here, there was a lot of work in the carrot field, and we were both quite happy the day we could pack up the things there.
You are a perfect … read more
we don't even know where to start...it was such an amazing time with you and your family! We really enjoyed our first workaway experience. From the beginning you made us feel welcome, we could communicate easily and there was always something to laugh about with you. ;)
The work on the carrot field was good and we also had a nice time … read more
It was a real pleasure to have you visit us for a week at Workaway!
You made an enormous effort in the carrot field. You are easy-going girls, who not only talk about yourself, but are also genuinely interested in the others around you. You have a curiosity about life and what it has to offer, which means that you get to … read more
Thank you very much for visiting me in Laukvika.
You seem like a very reflective young man, and it was incredibly pleasant to sit and chat with you.
Hope the trip over the mountain to Svolvær was a nice trip!
If one day you come back to Lofoten again, i hope you stop by for a new cup of tea.
Best regards from Linda
