I work on renovations and new builds on the stunning Isle of Lewis. Alongside this I have a working Croft which is three acres and runs down to the sea.
I have hosted happy workawayers for a number of years.
I am interested in any helpers wishing to stay for longer periods of time (although happy to consider shorter periods).
The Isle of Lewis is in the Outer Hebrides, the croft is by the sea. It’s beautiful, remote and wild with amazing beaches and abundant wildlife.
There is loads of outdoor activities, stunning beaches, wildlife and sites of historic interest. In Stornoway there are pubs, coffee shops, restaurants, sports centre, a castle, a cinema.
All helpers would be supplied with warm, clean, comfortable and private accommodation.
I’m Tina and I’m very adaptable, friendly and have run all aspects of my own small businesses for a long time now. I unfortunately lost my lovely husband Norman in 2021, I have two daughters living abroad and a son, Calum who lives here in Scotland. My three dogs Breagha, Tala and Chilli are very friendly and popular with our workaway guests.
During building projects I employ local specialist tradesmen . I use Workawayers to complete the team and have a good positive working environment where helpers have plenty of opportunity to learn new skills and make new friends.
For building work I am looking for people who have experience in renovation (or are hands on and wish to learn) and can help
In addition I need help with cleaning, general maintenance work and some gardening.
I have elderly parents living independently in my village who also need help and are happy to pay for care and cleaning.
** The next building work will commence summer of 2027. If you are interested please get in touch so I can contact you nearer the time. It’s a small new build with stunning views and is timber frame but will include a fair amount of stonework.
** I do currently have availability for somebody to help care for my elderly parents who are both 90. They live independently in a lovely cottage very close to me so I am around most of the time. It is mostly for cooking, cleaning and occasionally taking them out. It’s a paid position and includes a nice room in their house and use of the car (if you are 25 or over)
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Compagnie pour pers. âgée
Jardinage d'entretien
Projets DIY créatifs
S’occuper des animaux
Aide dans une ferme
Aide à la maison
Petits travaux d'entretien
Aide informatique/internet
Garde de maison et d'animaux
Centres d’intérêt
Vidéographie
Animaux de compagnie
Événements/vie sociale
Culture
Photographie
Musique
Histoire
Jardinage
Dessin et peinture
Cuisine et alimentation
Menuiserie
Livres
Art et design
Blogs
Architecture
Astronomie
Animaux
Yoga / bien-être
Sports d'équipe
Nature
Fitness
Camping
Voile / bateau
Danse
Plage
Sports nautiques
Activités en plein air
Randonnée
Cyclisme
Sports d'aventure
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Workawayers will have a great taste of Scottish Island life and the opportunity to learn and practice renovation, hospitality, maintenance, elderlycare and gardening skills.
L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum
Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the UK minimum hourly wage for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided inline with UK guidance. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Aide
We need helpers who love hands on, renovation work ideally with some skills. We also need help with weekly cleaning and some general maintenance and gardening.
Helpers would be required for at least one month preferably longer.
There is always 2.5 days off each week so plenty of time for exploring!
Work is paid at minimum wage for people with valid work permits. Deductions are made for accommodation. Happy to negotiate for skilled labour.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Intermédiaire
Hébergement
Warm and comfortable accommodation will be provided. There are good facilities including kitchen, TV, washing machine and wifi.
Autres infos...
Would suit people with a love the sea and of outdoor activities.
The Hebrides are remote, spiritual and very special Islands. The area is famed for its special light, frequent sightings of the Aurora Borealis, stunning and quiet beaches and an abundance of wildlife and sea life. One of the best whale watching spots in Europe is within easy walking distance. There’s a regular bus service into Stornoway which is a bustling town with plenty of activity (pubs, coffee shops etc) and regular live music. The locals are very friendly and there are normally plenty of opportunities to explore.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
We have excellent Wi-Fi here and can normally adapt schedules to facilitate other work
Espace pour garer des vans
Yes there is plenty of room for all types of vehicle.
Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
We would need to discuss first as there are sheep and other dogs in the vicinity.
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Luke & Jordan)
Luke was a great help. He fitted in perfectly here, he adapted to every work task and every social situation. He was a hard, diligent worker and I was able to leave him to get on with every job without extra guidance. He was a great guest to have around the house. It was a pleasure to host him. Thanks Luke!
(Excellent
)
9 avr. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Luke & Jordan) pour l'hôte
I had an excellent experience staying with Tina in the Outer Hebrides. The accommodation was great, the food was excellent, and the work/board setup felt fair. I picked up some new skills and friends along the way. I would definitely recommend this opportunity to others looking for a genuine Workaway experience.
Vous pouvez seulement contacter les workawayers avec une adhésion active.
(Excellent
)
19 juil. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Benjamin) pour l'hôte
What an awesome experience! I stayed with Tina for 3 weeks on the Isle of Lewis during this summer. During my time there I completed a variety of jobs including laying a patio, landscaping, strimming, gardening, cleaning and even puppy sitting. It was all very fair work and I had a great time doing it and picked up a few new skills. Tina’s house… read more and Croft is so beautiful and she was such awesome company. I felt like a member of the community instantly as everyone was so welcoming and friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed starts to the morning sharing a coffee and discussing the day ahead. The island is absolutely beautiful and in my short time I managed to explore a good portion of it. I am so looking forward to coming back one day to continue exploring and catch up with all the new friends I made. Thank you Tina, Mark and everyone in the village so much for such an awesome experience and time.
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Wow, I have no idea where to begin about my most magical stay with Tina on the Isle of Lewis - The Outer Hebredies.
For me, this was a truely life changing and special time, one which I will never forget and have now made a friend for life in Tina, her friends and her family.
Tina is an incredible lady who offers an amazing experience. She is… read more super social, incredibly interesting and very kind. My work here was really varied, from helping to looking after 8 labrador pups (all know gone to great homes) to gardening, planting, cleaning her local air b&b and the house, to cooking and hanging out with the older dogs. My experience here taught me so much and my deep chats with Tina were second to none. She really became a fabulous friend to me.
The accomodation was quite simply, the most beautiful house I have every stayed in in my life (and I've travelled to over 40 countries) Waking up every morning to the most spectacular views and sitting together drinking coffee was something you only see in films. I had my own spacious bedroom with a TV and use of the rest of the house.
If you are not afraid to work hard, get stuck in, love to cook and be in nature then this is the place for you.
Ce sont des évaluations supplémentaires en option lorsque les membres laissent un feedback. La note moyenne pour chaque option est affichée.
Exactitude du profil:
(5.0)
Échange culturel:
(5.0)
Communication:
(5.0)
10 sept. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Luke & Jordan)
Luke was a great help. He fitted in perfectly here, he adapted to every work task and every social situation. He was a hard, diligent worker and I was able to leave him to get on with every job without extra guidance. He was a great guest to have around the house. It was a pleasure to host him. Thanks Luke!
(Excellent)
9 avr. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Luke & Jordan) pour l'hôte
I had an excellent experience staying with Tina in the Outer Hebrides. The accommodation was great, the food was excellent, and the work/board setup felt fair. I picked up some new skills and friends along the way. I would definitely recommend this opportunity to others looking for a genuine Workaway experience.
Vous pouvez seulement contacter les workawayers avec une adhésion active.
(Excellent)
19 juil. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Benjamin) pour l'hôte
What an awesome experience! I stayed with Tina for 3 weeks on the Isle of Lewis during this summer. During my time there I completed a variety of jobs including laying a patio, landscaping, strimming, gardening, cleaning and even puppy sitting. It was all very fair work and I had a great time doing it and picked up a few new skills. Tina’s house… read more and Croft is so beautiful and she was such awesome company. I felt like a member of the community instantly as everyone was so welcoming and friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed starts to the morning sharing a coffee and discussing the day ahead. The island is absolutely beautiful and in my short time I managed to explore a good portion of it. I am so looking forward to coming back one day to continue exploring and catch up with all the new friends I made. Thank you Tina, Mark and everyone in the village so much for such an awesome experience and time.
Vous pouvez seulement contacter les workawayers avec une adhésion active.
Wow, I have no idea where to begin about my most magical stay with Tina on the Isle of Lewis - The Outer Hebredies.
For me, this was a truely life changing and special time, one which I will never forget and have now made a friend for life in Tina, her friends and her family.
Tina is an incredible lady who offers an amazing experience. She is… read more super social, incredibly interesting and very kind. My work here was really varied, from helping to looking after 8 labrador pups (all know gone to great homes) to gardening, planting, cleaning her local air b&b and the house, to cooking and hanging out with the older dogs. My experience here taught me so much and my deep chats with Tina were second to none. She really became a fabulous friend to me.
The accomodation was quite simply, the most beautiful house I have every stayed in in my life (and I've travelled to over 40 countries) Waking up every morning to the most spectacular views and sitting together drinking coffee was something you only see in films. I had my own spacious bedroom with a TV and use of the rest of the house.
If you are not afraid to work hard, get stuck in, love to cook and be in nature then this is the place for you.
Tina, thanks for everything - I'll be back soon 😉
(Excellent)
16 juin 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Lucila) pour l'hôte
Tina is an amazing person. She gave me the opportunity to meet two wonderful places and a lot of nice people. The first six weeks I stayed at her parents. They were so nice and active. They love sharing things, they took me to a lot of beautiful places and made me lovely meals! They made me feel at home, we had the confidence to talk about… read more everything and joke. They taught me various recipes and I made plenty of meals to them that they always enjoyed. They made sure I had a good time and that I could rest. By that time, I have been also taking care of Tina´s dogs, 3 generations of pretty, affectionate and energetic labradors. I loved them, I really enjoyed their company and taking them for walks.
After that, I went to the Isle of Lewis with Tina to help her with Breagha´s puppies (also cleaning and tidying), best job ever. They were sooo cute! Tina´s house is amazing, she has an incredible view and the design is perfect. She has an extraordinary talent. Also, we used to go clean The Bunker when the guests were gone, another amazing place she made. Everything there was so calm and precious.
Thank you so much for everything Tina! My first Workaway experience was perfect thanks to you! I hope we will see each other again! I am always using the necklace that you gave me as a gift.
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(Excellent)
2 sept. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Richard)
Richard was an excellent helper with a great work ethic. He had a good skill set and was really adaptable and hard working. He kept the house neat and tidy so couldn’t really ask for more. Thanks Rich and good luck in your travels.
(Excellent)
1 sept. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Richard) pour l'hôte
I had a great time with Tina and Norman. I was able to work on their cottage in Portnaguran. When i arrived i was living in the backroom/kitchen and when i left they had a functioning cottage with a proper kitchen(i didn't fit it) and decorated and tiled. A garden with Decking and a new fence, there is always something to keep you busy. we had a… read more minor problem with a burst water main but it was sorted. We agreed the rates and hours at the start and i was given use of a car which was very handy. It was a busy but rewarding time of around 2 months give or take. it is a beautiful spot to enjoy and a few walks nearby and if you are lucky seals, dolphins and maybe a whale all visible from the nearby lighthouse. The islanders are a friendly bunch and they will wave as they pass whether they know you or not. At the tail end of my stay i was joined by 2 ladies who made it more enjoyable as it was someone to talk to.
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(Excellent)
17 avr. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Martynas) pour l'hôte
Had an amazing and quite literally a life changing experience in the Hebrides with Tina and Norman. More importantly I made friends for life and I'm dying to visit again.
Lewis is incredible and unlike any other place, it has its own charm that you just have to experience if you like the outdoorsy lifestyle.
Tina and Norman are lovely, great… read more cooks and great taste in wine. I would say they are very fair, reasonable and understanding, the work is fun but it is work and needs to be done. There is such a variety of potential jobs so make sure you're up for trying your hand at whatever comes your way!
In the evenings and weekends I would reccomend exploring the island (Reef beach was my favourite) but take up any chance you get to join Norman round the fire, and chat the night away, there's so many different stories to be heard it's really quite amazing!
10/10 would reccomend!
Big thanks to Tina and Norman x
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(Excellent)
1 oct. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Matthew)
We loved having Matt to help us. Quite simply he’s a lovely guy and an absolute work horse. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble and he went above and beyond what we asked of him every time. He was also great company and we enjoyed every meal and drink we shared with him. Good Luck in your travels Matt and come back anytime you feel like… read more another Scotland fix - we’ll be more than happy to share some more good times together!
(Excellent)
1 oct. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Matthew) pour l'hôte
A huge thank you to Tina and Norm, they are the epitome of what a work exchange is all about, work exchange was more than fair and if you’re willing to graft and work as part of the team effort youll be met equally with amazing generosity and opportunities during your time, i always had good times in good company at work and play, Tina and Norm… read more are both also outstanding cooks! I had a fabulous experience with them in Perthshire and the amazing Isle of Lewis, two months of truly memorable times. It was a real pleasure to meet such an interesting family with so much energy and experiences to share, i feel very lucky to have met them and had the opportunity to be part of their projects, i wish you both all the very best in achieving your dreams, be happy and keep smiling :) Matt
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(Excellent)
25 juil. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Samantha & Joshua) pour l'hôte
Honestly there’s not enough words in the world to describe how grateful we are for all the opportunities Tina & Norman gave us. We originally asked to join there wonderful family for 3 weeks & that quickly turned into 7 incredible months. We had the most memorable time getting to know them & all there adorable doggies Coco, Tala, Millie, Beauly &… read more there lovely neighbour Annie’s dogs Angus & Skye.
We couldn’t have wished for a more amazing time with them in Pitlochry. Tina & Norm provided us with the most wonderful hospitality & were so welcoming from the very start, made us feel right at home. They are super friendly, kind & caring. Nothing is to big or to small for them. We learnt so much by their side from gardening tips to new cooking recipes. We did a massive variety of jobs from cleaning to our favourite walking & caring for all the doggies.
We would higher than highly recommend volunteering with them, whether it be a couple weeks to months you would never regret it. The memories & adventures that we have taken from our time there will never be forgotten. We can’t thank Tina & Norm enough for everything they did for us.
The area itself is stunning. No matter what your into you will find something to see or do on your days off. Theres many many local hikes to the local theatre to short drives to gorgeous lochs & Glens. You will never be disappointed.
Tina, Norm the words thank you will never be enough. You all will be in our hearts forever & we can’t wait to come back over for visits & many many more cuddles. We miss you all so much and wish the very best for you & your family. Xxx
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(Excellent)
24 avr. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Joeyla) pour l'hôte
We spent 5 wonderful weeks with Tina and Norman from the end of August until October 1st. Unfortunately, we didn’t get around to posting feedback until now and wanted to do so before our membership expires in a couple of days.
Tina and Norm are kind-hearted and hard-working people, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. We loved… read more spending time with them, their 4 dogs and, of course, the other workawayers Ben, Bec and Alex.
Our accommodations were simply amazing. Whenever possible, we were able to stay in one of their holiday lodges on site which are so cozy, comfortable and fully equipped with everything we could ever need. We were also able to stay at beautiful House which was simply incredible and felt like a dream. Tina and Norm provided us with plenty of groceries to cook with and we thoroughly enjoyed the meals we shared. They are great cooks and were happy to cook vegetarian meals for us.
The work was very fair, varied and well organized. We did changeover at the lodges and Foss House, took care of the gardens, did general maintenance, cleared a new path behind one of the lodges.... Towards the end of our stay, we were happy to look after the lodges and guests on our own while Tina and Norm went on a well-deserved holiday. We were provided with a detailed schedule and everything was organized perfectly. We were always able to reach them at any time if we had any questions or concerns.
The location is simply stunning, situated between two idyllic towns. We spent several days travelling and exploring the Cairngorms, the Isle of Skye, Glencoe, Loch Ness and everything in-between. If you have the chance to stay with Tina and Norman – take it, you won’t regret it!
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(Excellent)
22 sept. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ben & Rebecca)
We’ve had many helpers over the years and Ben and Bec were right up there at the top with the ones who have been an invaluable help and brilliant company. We really enjoyed every moment of hosting these guys. They simply made the absolute most of every minute of the experience. They gave more than they need have and they took absolutely everything… read more from the experience. We love hosting people like this who simply immerse themselves in the opportunities, the experience and the local culture. This is what Workaway is all about.
Thanks so much for your input guys and thanks for your great company, your fab cooking and for the lovely, memorable dinners we shared. All of us and the dogs are missing you heaps, come back any time!
(Excellent)
22 sept. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Ben & Rebecca) pour l'hôte
Boy where do we start... We had the most amazing time with Tina and Norm, and honestly find it difficult to put into words the gratitude we have for the time we spent with them! We spent 6 weeks with them and for the vast majority of that we lived next door with their neighbour Annie, who is also incredibly kind. If you are dog lovers (seriously,… read more between the two houses there are 6 dogs at the moment and they are all beautiful/hilarious!!), nature lovers, hard workers and are looking for a wholesome country side experience then you cannot beat what Tina and Norm are offering, period! We were incredibly sad to say goodbye to everyone (on two and four legs). The work is quite straight forward - gardening, maintenance, cleaning the lodges/house (and a few other bits and pieces), and Tina and Norm are clear with what they want you to do/achieve each day.
Tina and Norm - thank you so much for finding us and looking after us for the time we spent together. Thank you for the many lovely nights over a delicious homemade meal with interesting conversations, thank you for sharing all of your local knowledge (even though Ben may have been relentless with the questions!!!), thank you for letting us pester the pups constantly, and most importantly, thank you for your generosity.
To Annie - thank you for putting up with us taking over the kitchen on many nights, and thank you so much for letting us stay with you!
We miss you all already and can't wait to see you again sometime hopefully in the not too distant future.
P.S - there are some incredibly cute dog pics coming your way shortly xx
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(Excellent)
24 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Grant)
Grant was an excellent helper always happy to get involved and enthusiastic to get the work done. He absolutely made the most of his spare time and embraced everything going on around him. We all really enjoyed his company and hope that this will be a memorable part of his travels.
(Excellent)
24 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Grant) pour l'hôte
Tina and Norm are very friendly and hospitable ! They operate a very smooth and successful array of self-catering lodges in the beautiful highlands near Pitlochry. Tina and Norm where always clear with what work needed to be done and how to do it, the work was never back breaking and always had good vibes during the work day. I had the pleasure of… read more staying with them for 2 weeks, in this time I got to witness a lot of the beautiful country side this rare pocket of the world has! Honestly such beautiful green rolling hills and valleys filled with the cool waters of surrounding lochs. I love my swimming and swam in the river most days, finding it to be very nice. Tina and Norm also kindly invited me to do some rapid-water bugging where I sat in a bug and went through the local rapids, a really fun experience. All in all, highly recommend this experience for anyone who wants to visit this part of the world or who wants to get there nose wet with some gardening, building, cleaning or anything else wholesome!
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(Excellent)
10 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Axel)
Axel was a real breath of fresh air, throwing hard work and endless enthusiasm into each task and making the most of every little part of every experience that came his way. His time with us was filled with every experience and activity he could possibly fit in. I think he utilised his time more fully than any other helper we’ve ever had. He was… read more very friendly generous and accommodating to the other helpers.
We greatly enjoyed his company and his English language skills are really excellent.
Axel, you can come back anytime!
(Excellent)
10 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Axel) pour l'hôte
Just amazing ! I stayed one month with Tina and Norman in Pitlochry and I don't know where to start to explain how it was great. The location is perfect. Lochs, rivers, forests and mountains : Perthshire is the perfect postacard of Scotland. Everything is there for someone who like the nature. I discovered a passion for hiking. And for some who… read more love animals, you can meet deers, fishes, sheep, pheasants and of course all of the 6 doggos ! Each ones have their own personnality but they are all very friendly. The job wasn't difficult : 4 hours of cleaning or gardening and always in a good atmosphere. It's a very short payment for a experience like this. I met a lot of awesome people there : my co-helpers, Annie, Nic , Diana, Tina's parents and of course Tina and Norman. I did so many different activities there : kayaking, fishing, hiking, golfing, visiting a distillery and a castle, improving my english and a lot of other things. They made everything possible. A example among others : I just talked about fishing and Norman gave me some baits and drove me to the fishshop to buy a licence. Same for golfing (Norman is a very good teacher) , same for kayaking (you just have to carry them to the river). The car is a great advantage to discover the region. For all of it, I highly recommend this workaway ! Thanks for all, Tina and Norman.
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(Excellent)
10 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jasmine)
Kosta and Jas were great helpers and great company. They were very willing to do all that was asked of them and make a very good job of it. Nothing was ever too much trouble and they always asked if we needed anything else doing. They were a lovely, fun, generous and warmhearted couple. We enjoyed some memorable dinners together and would love… read more them to come back and share some more with us.
Good Luck guys and a massive thank you from us all
(Excellent)
27 mai 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Jasmine) pour l'hôte
We had the most amazing time with Tina and Norm, along with Annie, Peter, Joan, John, Jo and their wonderful dogs. We couldn't recommend this Workaway more. The work was fair and never too difficult, and Tina and Norm always made sure that we were being looked after and had time to ourselves. The area is beautiful and there is so much to see! We… read more really hope to be able to come back to Pitlochry again and if you are lucky enough to be able to stay with them you will want to as well. We wish Tina and Norm all the best and thank them so very much.
Kosta & Jas :relaxed:
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(Excellent)
15 mai 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Trudi & Luke)
Loved hosting Trudi and Luke. They were willing and happy to do all that was asked of them. They were an enthusiastic and happy couple, they totally embraced the whole experience and they were a joy to spend time with.
Come back any time guys!
(Excellent)
15 mai 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Trudi & Luke) pour l'hôte
Norm & Tina are wonderful hosts. We highly recommend volunteering with them! They are in an amazing location with so much beauty around them, there is so many places to explore! Our work days were mainly doing change overs in lodges which was not hard at all. Other jobs were gardening, maintenance etc.
You are provided with a good amount of… read more groceries to cook with.
Tina & Norm are very hospitable! We loved learning new recipes during our stay and hearing more about Scottish History.
Thanks for having us guys :)
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(Excellent)
13 mars 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rowan & Sally)
We absolutely loved hosting Rowan and Sally. They were great company and put in 100% effort and hard work all the time. Almost had to stop them from doing too much! Such fun company at dinner, great at cooking and neat and tidy around the house. Dogs are definitely missing the extra walks too! Come back any day guys and stay for as long as you… read more like! Thank you so much for everything.
(Excellent)
13 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Rowan & Sally) pour l'hôte
Wow! What an amazing time my fiance and I had in Scotland with Tina & Norm and all the beautiful dogs! From the moment we arrived in Pitlochry we were warmly welcomed into their home and made to feel like a member of the family.
Tina & Norm provided us with such wonderful hospitality, often sharing delicious home cooked meals and an abundance of… read more information on Scottish culture, history & of course whisky!
The work was enjoyable and included; maintaining and cleaning holiday lodges, household chores, building projects and taking the dogs for a run (my favourite)!
We loved staying with Tina and Norm that one month quickly became two and we hope to return oneday!
Thanks so much for a wonderful stay, we miss you Tina, Norm, Annie & all the dogs greatly xx
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(Excellent)
1 févr. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Matthew & Ruth)
Matt and Ruth were great helpers. They were organised and efficient, got on with the daily tasks without a problem and were always cheerful and good company.
We were able to go away on holiday during their visit and leave them to manage the day to day running of things as well as looking after our dogs. This was done without a question and we were… read more able to relax knowing that everything was in reliable hands.
We would definitely recommend these two as helpers. Thanks guys!
(Excellent)
19 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Matthew & Ruth) pour l'hôte
We spent a very enjoyable 2 months with Tina, Norman and their family from October to December this year in stunning Perthshire. We were made to feel welcome and at home right away by our kind and generous hosts.
Throughout our time with them, we were given clear and straightforward instructions, and picked up the required duties and tasks quickly… read more as a result. The work itself is not difficult, though it helps if you are organised and have a good eye for detail - Tina can help with this as she is amazingly organised and a good communicator. Tina and Norman always show their gratitude for a job well done, and it's so nice to be appreciated in this way.
They have the most wonderful pack of loving and affectionate dogs, each with their own different personalities. It was always a real pleasure to take them out for walks, as they showed us the way up the mountains and paths for the best views!
Our plentiful free time gave us the opportunity to explore the local area with its fantastic scenery. Aberfeldy and Pitlochry are 2 lovely towns, with plenty to offer visitors and tourists, from shops and restaurants to an art-deco cinema (Aberfeldy) and convivial bars.
We also met Tina's lovely parents Peter and Joan, who are good company - they kindly cooked us several delicious meals whilst we were staying with them at the main family house in Pitlochry.
We'd highly recommend this Workaway experience - great hosts who really embrace the ethos of the scheme, who genuinely care about their helpers and their wellbeing, and provide the opportunity for you to get the most of out of visiting and staying in this beautiful part of the world.
Thanks so much Tina and Norm - we enjoyed our time in Scotland and getting to know you both - great fun!
'Gus am bi sinn a 'coinneachadh a-rithist ...'
Ruth and Matthew
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Tina and Norman are excellent hosts. This Workaway is a dream for dog lovers as they have 4-5 at any given moment. Working at Drumcroy Lodges is pretty straightforward, most of the work consists of cleaning and changing over lodges. There is also a large house they rent out that too. Most work days came nowhere near 5 hours of work leaving plenty… read more of time to explore nearby places. The default Workaway accommodation is a bell tent and caravan behind their house but if a lodge is free they usually offer that option to you. We spent half our time in the lodges and the other half in the tent. I recommend bringing a pair of clothes to work in that you won't mind if bleach makes its way into it. This is a great situation because you end up getting to explore two cities, Pitlochry and Aberfeldy. Tina and Norman take good care of you and are great to work for and learn from. We do miss them and the dog pack.
(Excellent)
8 oct. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Javier) pour l'hôte
It's has been three weeks since we left Tina and Norman's house in Pitlochry and still it's difficult not to remember and feel nostalgia for this little but intense period of time we spend with them. We just can say good words, words of gratitude for all the things the did and shared we us. If you are thinking about doing a workaway in Scotland,… read more do not hesitate: with Tina and Norman you will fall in love with the Scottish Highlands, their landscapes (still cannot forget the outstanding views of the Ben Vrackie mountain), their people and their culture. The work is not hard at all (you cannot imagine how many things you can learn in the day-to-day work at the lodges) and you will have in exchange the freedom and the independence to relax or explore the incredible surroundings.
It was only a month the time we spend there. And we say "only" because one would need a life to discover the Highland way of life. Thank you Tina and Norman for allow us to feel as a part of your family. All the best and all the luck for you and hope to see you again soon.
Javier and Patricia
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(Excellent)
28 août 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Joseph & Elizabeth)
Joe and Beth were great helpers. They came with a 100% positive, up for anything, attitude and they just got on with all the tasks we gave them. Some days we had some tough tasks (cleaning Diana's shed!!) but they never grumbled they just got on with it. They appreciated the need for great customer service and went out of their way to be polite… read more and attentative to our guests as well as making sure the properties were spotlessly clean. They appreciated every meal we cooked for them and were easy to have around the house, respecting our space but providing good company too. Thanks so much guys and good luck!
(Excellent)
27 août 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Joseph & Elizabeth) pour l'hôte
Tina and Norman are incredible hosts. My wife and I are convinced we could not have stayed with anyone better. They have been using workaway for a very long time so they know how everything works and how volunteers should be treated. We stayed in an awesome bell tent and had a caravan fkr cooking and hanging out as well. We had access to their… read more house for laundry, bathroom, dishes or anything else we needed. My wife and I could hang out with the family or be on our own depending on how we were feeling so that was nice. We felt like we had a good deal of independence. They do a great job of making sure we are never over worked. If we have a long hard day of working we would be rewarded with a shorter day of work the next day or offered some of Tina's fabulous cooking. We could talk for ages about their generosity but I will simply end this review by saying they are a must visit. We promise we will be back in a couple years for more whiskey and mushrooms.
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(Excellent)
11 mai 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Oliver & Katherine)
Loved having Ollie and Kat as helpers and wished they could have stayed for longer. They were great company, easy to have around and willing to help out with anything. Always happy to take on a new challenge and I could trust them to work alone and do a great job.
Even after a hard day working they would always offer to help out with dinner or… read more whatever else was going on. A great work ethic, they'll do well wherever they go.
Thanks so much Guys, missing the laughs we had and the dogs are missing their cuddles with Kat!
(Excellent)
11 mai 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Oliver & Katherine) pour l'hôte
We spent 3 glorious months with Tina and Norm and it was very hard for us to say good bye. They truly welcomed us into their family and you could not ask for more kind and generous hosts who were always up for a chat and laugh. We always had a lovely place to stay, an abundance of food, and plenty of time to explore beautiful Scotland. For the… read more most part the cleaning was a breeze and we learnt new skills that we never would have tried if Tina and Norm had not had complete trust in our abilities. We can wallpaper a room like pros! We are also very grateful to have had the opportunity to see first hand the time and commitment it takes to run a successful business and we feel happy and proud to have been part of it for a little while.
We will never forget our time here and could not recommend it enough. We will be back!
P.s. Be prepared to fall in love with 5 naughty but adorable dogs.
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Tina and Norman are wonderful hosts! They welcomed us with open arms and made us feel at home. The work is not difficult, if your lucky you may get to stay at a lodge or in their beautiful home. As previous comments have suggested the food is amazing! Tina and Norman are great cooks. If we are ever back in the Pitlochry area we will definitely… read more drop on in, Tina and Norm are like our Scottish family :)
Mel and Andrew were great helpers. They happily did everything we asked them, Andrew has excellent practical and mechanical skills and can fix most things. They were always eager to offer extra help and walk the dogs, they were tidy and great company in the house. We would highly recommend them, thanks guys!
(Excellent)
17 août 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ayesha & Gavin)
Loved hosting Ayesha and Gavin! They came when we were doing a big renovation job. Gavin had obviously had a lot of experience in this type of work and just got on with anything we put his way. We asked Ayesha to help us design and build not one but two websites and she just got on and did it! Both are really talented photographers and the results… read more of their work on our websites was absolutely stunning. Not only did they help us achieve some massive milestones they were great company too. Thanks guys!
(Excellent)
15 août 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Ayesha & Gavin) pour l'hôte
Where do we begin?! We spent six weeks in Scotland with Tina and Norman and left feeling part of the family and absolutely in love with the Scottish countryside and way of life. It was our first Workaway experience and we were lucky enough to be able to create the photographic content for their daughter's new whisky tour company, as well as… read more photographing the large old manse they were renovating, and designing a website for each. We also assisted with cleaning of their chalets from time to time, and Gavin helped with renovations on the house.
We were always provided with plenty of quality food, beautiful accommodation and the use of a car which allowed us the freedom to explore Scotland. It is an incredible part of the world and Workaway with Tina and Norman allow you to experience it while meeting a warm and welcoming family. We can't express how much we enjoyed our time in Scotland, after an additional five months travelling through Europe we can say that, without a doubt, it is one of our best memories of travel so far.
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(Excellent)
3 juin 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Caleb)
If you get a chance to host Caleb grab it with both hands! His willingness to do the best job possible and his impeccable manners make him a pleasure to host. Nothing was ever too much trouble, every request answered with 'no problem' and the job just got on with. He was a little quiet at first but his confidence soon grew and he became one of the… read more team very quickly. His appreciation was gratifying and he has left a gap in our little team that will be hard to fill. Caleb, thanks so much! You need to come back and finish exploring Scotland as soon as you have some time!
(Excellent)
2 juin 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Caleb) pour l'hôte
I can't even begin to express how grateful I am to Tina and Norm for the opportunity to come and help out over the last month. They were both so welcoming and generous. The accommodations went far beyond my expectations and there was no shortage of good food in the house. The manse itself is incredible. As though pulled from the pages of history,… read more this rugged stone house is perched on the banks of the beautiful Loch Tummel. There is something wild about Scotland that speaks to the primitive urge in all of us. I hope everyone has the opportunity to experience this beautiful country, and there's no better people to experience it with than Tina and Norm. The work can be strenuous at times, but it's extremely satisfying to see the daily progress made on restoring this old home to its former glory. Martin is the resident foreman and he can be a bit intimidating at first with his Polish Special Forces background, but you'll quickly come to realize that he is a genuinely good person who has lived a far more exciting life than you or I. I don't know if there's a limit to how much I can write here, but I could fill several pages with the happy memories I have made with Tina and Norm. I'm so grateful that my first work away was with such wonderful people. If you get a chance to join them, take it.
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(Excellent)
3 juin 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Robert)
Rob was an excellent helper. He came into the house like a breath of fresh air and put maximum effort into everything he did. He was willing to have a go at any job that needed doing and confident enough to use his own initiative to complete tasks. Rob was always great company and went out of his way to take time to speak to my elderly parents and… read more happily listened, with interest, to my fathers stories! Thanks Rob, for everything, your attitude and intelligence will take you far in life.
(Excellent)
27 mai 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Robert) pour l'hôte
I had the best possible first workaway experience with Tina and Norman. I lived in a beautiful big old manse house that we were helping to renovate where we had everything we needed and then some. Tina and Norman provide plenty of supplies to cook with and the work is both interesting and rewarding. With so much to see and do around the area, this… read more is the best place to be in Scotland if you're prepared to work hard for your keep!
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(Excellent)
15 déc. 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Garrett)
Garrett came to help us for two weeks at the end of November. He had a great attitude getting on cheerfully with some tricky tasks and taking pride in doing the job really well. Thanks Garrett
(Excellent)
14 déc. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Garrett) pour l'hôte
I had an incredible time in Aberfeldy with Tina and Norman! I spent two weeks with them, helping them restore some cabins to proper condition. It was a great opportunity to learn some new skills and see the Scottish countryside. Such great hosts, they made it easy to have an awesome travel experience.
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(Excellent)
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