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Welcome to Birdland. We have a home one mile from downtown historic St. Augustine and three miles to Vilano beach
We are two women and we use American Sign Language One Deaf, one hears..
We also are not able to host travelers with pets. We love animals but it's beyond our limitations, as this time.
Come and help us with some home projects for up to a month's exchange. At this time we can only host one traveler. hopefully by Spring, we will have different accommodations
For the right traveler love to have a month to really get some projects completed in the yard and the gardens.
Bed building, weeding, thinning composting trimming, etc.
Could use some help to prep for spring and fall planting. Yes, it’s Florida. We plant twice a year!
Also, it would be great to have someone who has experience with small repairs and small painting projects.
Art projects loved and welcome.
We would love to host Deaf travelers or those wanting to learn ASL.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Projets artistiques
Pratique d’une langue
Aide avec des éco-projets
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
S’occuper des animaux
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Entretien général
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Travelers can learn ASL, And live with a busy American family with extended family and friends in the area. We’re a bike ride from downtown to all of the wonderful spots and the beautiful ocean.
Aide
Garden tasks. Weeding planting watering. Mural painting. . Possible small construction project. I would like to have help in expanding my gardens and compost Worm Castin set up wanted/ needed Healthy cooking and shopping assistance, painting, light housework, pool maintenance handy person skills. Art projects always welcome We are welcoming single travelers,
We have hosted many wonderful people and many and we have become friends forever with several. We love to travel and want to share our amazing community with travels
Langues
Langues parlées
Sign language (American): Courant
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: IntermédiaireCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
Hébergement
Bedroom and shared bathroom and kitchen etc
large yard and pool
Autres infos...
We eat mostly organic. If you are an organized and healthy cook, we have .an amazing kitchen
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
We have two internet accounts in the house so we have strong wifi connections
Espace pour garer des vans
Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
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N° de référence hôte : 788866178731
Feedback (17)
25 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Scott & Christina) pour l'hôte
We loved our time at Venessa's and have nothing but good things to say. Venessa gave us a variety of tasks to do which only took a few hours each day and we had plenty of time to hang out in the gorgeous backyard, inside the cooler house, or playing around town. We felt so comfortable and right at home and enjoyed our time cooking and chatting… read more
8 mars 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Matt) pour l'hôte
My brother and I were able to stay with Venessa and her family for a week while we were traveling through the area. She welcomed us with open arms and treated us as part of the family. She had a lot of fun projects to work on while also providing us with plenty of time for ourselves. We were able to explore the area of St Augustine and immerse in… read more
4 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Matt)
Matt and his brother Shawn were a delightful team, and we thoroughly enjoyed their visit and company.
The brothers work together well and are proactive with their day. They were flexible and could help us with the yard, garden, and painting.
They are bright lights on a loving journey and an excellent Workaway choice!
We hope they travel back… read more
The brothers work together well and are proactive with their day. They were flexible and could help us with the yard, garden, and painting.
They are bright lights on a loving journey and an excellent Workaway choice!
We hope they travel back… read more
(Excellent
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4 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sean)
Sean is the faithful Jack O the Green plant man!
Sean stayed with us for almost eight weeks. He is a treasure trove of pant knowledge. He transformed much of my yard and garden.
His company is delightful! He is a prolific storyteller and master of Jabberwocky. He is a good listener and has many insights from a broad education called life. I hope… read more
Sean stayed with us for almost eight weeks. He is a treasure trove of pant knowledge. He transformed much of my yard and garden.
His company is delightful! He is a prolific storyteller and master of Jabberwocky. He is a good listener and has many insights from a broad education called life. I hope… read more
(Excellent
)
19 nov. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Sean) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Venessa and Heidi for about a month. Venessa is super chill, intelligent, she has a well-devoloped sense of humor, integrity and is a great friend!
We ate delicious meals, did some sightseeing, planted the vegetable gardens and had a lot of hearty laughs (that was the best part)!
I can't wait to visit again, thanks for everything 🌱
We ate delicious meals, did some sightseeing, planted the vegetable gardens and had a lot of hearty laughs (that was the best part)!
I can't wait to visit again, thanks for everything 🌱
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25 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Scott & Christina) pour l'hôte
We loved our time at Venessa's and have nothing but good things to say. Venessa gave us a variety of tasks to do which only took a few hours each day and we had plenty of time to hang out in the gorgeous backyard, inside the cooler house, or playing around town. We felt so comfortable and right at home and enjoyed our time cooking and chatting… read more
8 mars 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Matt) pour l'hôte
My brother and I were able to stay with Venessa and her family for a week while we were traveling through the area. She welcomed us with open arms and treated us as part of the family. She had a lot of fun projects to work on while also providing us with plenty of time for ourselves. We were able to explore the area of St Augustine and immerse in… read more
4 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Matt)
Matt and his brother Shawn were a delightful team, and we thoroughly enjoyed their visit and company.
The brothers work together well and are proactive with their day. They were flexible and could help us with the yard, garden, and painting.
They are bright lights on a loving journey and an excellent Workaway choice!
We hope they travel back… read more
The brothers work together well and are proactive with their day. They were flexible and could help us with the yard, garden, and painting.
They are bright lights on a loving journey and an excellent Workaway choice!
We hope they travel back… read more
(Excellent)
4 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sean)
Sean is the faithful Jack O the Green plant man!
Sean stayed with us for almost eight weeks. He is a treasure trove of pant knowledge. He transformed much of my yard and garden.
His company is delightful! He is a prolific storyteller and master of Jabberwocky. He is a good listener and has many insights from a broad education called life. I hope… read more
Sean stayed with us for almost eight weeks. He is a treasure trove of pant knowledge. He transformed much of my yard and garden.
His company is delightful! He is a prolific storyteller and master of Jabberwocky. He is a good listener and has many insights from a broad education called life. I hope… read more
(Excellent)
19 nov. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Sean) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Venessa and Heidi for about a month. Venessa is super chill, intelligent, she has a well-devoloped sense of humor, integrity and is a great friend!
We ate delicious meals, did some sightseeing, planted the vegetable gardens and had a lot of hearty laughs (that was the best part)!
I can't wait to visit again, thanks for everything 🌱
We ate delicious meals, did some sightseeing, planted the vegetable gardens and had a lot of hearty laughs (that was the best part)!
I can't wait to visit again, thanks for everything 🌱
19 août 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Cody) pour l'hôte
I really enjoyed my stay at Vanessas place, her and Pauli were very warm and inviting and interesting to talk to.
The room i was staying in was also very uplifting and comfortable.
The room i was staying in was also very uplifting and comfortable.
12 août 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Cody)
Cody is easy to get a long with, and he is a hard worker. He braved to Florida heat and did a great job with much brush removal. Thank you, Cody!
(Excellent)
17 août 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Gabo (Rene)) pour l'hôte
it's a beutifull home , it was a very welcoming , laid back environment , and fulfilling experience ,I'm soo glad I meet you all including the cats , the dog , the plants , I felt at home every single moment, I thank then sincerely
12 août 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gabo (Rene))
Gobo is a motivated, creative thinker. He is fun to be around too! WE# love that!
(Excellent)
22 févr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Stephen)
Steve was a garden angel sent on Workaway wings. I hope he photos! He transformed our yard! We had a strong freeze this year, and we had an unsurmountable amount of dead brush Steve tackled it well and never complained once. He has the sweet nature of a skilled gardener.
I highly recommend Steve and we enjoyed his visit.
I highly recommend Steve and we enjoyed his visit.
(Excellent)
11 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Meghan) pour l'hôte
I felt welcomed right away into Venessa's home ~ she is a woman with a lot of life and offers so much information on the cultural influences and communities in St. Augustine. I had an initial fight with food poisoning early on in my stay (from outside of the home) so Venessa and I did our best to communicate about both my work projects and… read more
29 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Thulasidas1966)
Swami is a delightful guest and worker. He is a self-starter with a good eye for what needs to be done. Her is generous with his time and energy. and kind and fun to be around. I give him an A +
We really enjoyed his visit and look forward to keeping up with him as he travels this amazing planet. One Love.
We really enjoyed his visit and look forward to keeping up with him as he travels this amazing planet. One Love.
(Excellent)
16 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Thulasidas1966) pour l'hôte
You all have such a lovely home and you're such a wonderful Workaway host! ...
Vineesa is my third work away host.
Feels like my own home.
Vineesa's daughter Heidi Vandenberg and Vineesa's boyfriend Paulie is a nice people.
Her cute dog and hairless cat was amazing
I had my own private bed room with a very nice comfortable bed and the hot shower… read more
Vineesa is my third work away host.
Feels like my own home.
Vineesa's daughter Heidi Vandenberg and Vineesa's boyfriend Paulie is a nice people.
Her cute dog and hairless cat was amazing
I had my own private bed room with a very nice comfortable bed and the hot shower… read more
29 mars 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Lizangie) pour l'hôte
Venessa was my first experience at Workaway and OMG I couldn't ask for a better host. Venessa and Heidi (her daughter) welcomed me with open arms, introduced me to their family, friends and travel, they taught me a lot about ASL and plants, which I loved! She even took me with her on a guided tour of her workplace, where I learned a lot about the… read more
10 nov. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lizangie)
In over 4 years of hosting, Lizangie is one of the amazing travellers I have met. She has been working with our family since the end of May 2020. She came to us with a precise awareness of Covid19 safety. We have been concerned about folks using public transport during this horrible pandemic. Fortunately, Liz has her own car.
Lizangie is bright… read more
Lizangie is bright… read more
(Excellent)
23 mars 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Kayla)
Kayla brought so much happiness to our place. She is an amazing g young woman full of energy and joy! We so enjoyed her and she was amazing In Our gardens!
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(Excellent)
7 mars 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Kayla) pour l'hôte
This was my first experience with them. I am so blessed for them to let me to stay with them. Venessa and Heidi are great people that treated me like one of their family member. I spent a month with them and It felt like a home to me! I really enjoyed to working on the front yard and back yard. Also, I had a plenty of free time too.
They proudly… read more
They proudly… read more
2 janv. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Floyd)
Floyd is a respectful traveler and good worker in the garden
(Très bien)
11 janv. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Esha) pour l'hôte
I had a wonderful time with Vanessa and Heidi for two weeks. I did some painting, cleaning, and light yard work and was able to learn a bit of sign language, too. I would recommend for workawayers to have their own car to make the most of their off time, since the beach and downtown are not within walking distance. Overall, I felt very welcome and… read more
31 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (JESUS & FRANKLIN) pour l'hôte
Amazing...no more words needed! Venessa and her daugther Haydi are simply the best persons we have met! We spent three months with these lovelies women. Since the day we arrived to their home they made us feel like their family. Venessa is a very very smiling, cheerful and fun woman with the biggest heart in the world. She was like our mother in… read more
8 août 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jos e & Franklin)
I don’t even know where to begin to describe our amazing experience with Jose and Franklin. They came as strangers and left his family. They are polite respectful funny and loving and kind and curious. What else could you ask for. They transformed my home. I hope they enjoyed being here as much as we enjoyed having them. They are welcome back and… read more
(Excellent)
25 mars 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Kobi)
We had a lovely experience with Kobi. He is a seasoned world traveler with many interesting stories and knowledge. He is easy to get along with and is a flexible Workaway guest. We give him a high recommendation and wish him all the best as he finds more love and adventure.
(Excellent)
27 nov. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Luciano & Juliana)
lu and Ju are wonderful and compassionate people. Anyone who has the opportunity it’s to work with them is. OST fortunate, they are skilled in many areas. The are flexible and calm. I️ miss them much.
(Excellent)
26 juil. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Steven & Vanessa) pour l'hôte
I will recommend this place to anyone and everyone who wants to go to Saint Augustine . Venessa and Kim are by far the perfect hosts for anyone who comes there and they will make sure to make your stay as convenient and as delightful as possible.
Best part of this Workaway host is the location which made our major local sightseeing like Fort… read more
Best part of this Workaway host is the location which made our major local sightseeing like Fort… read more
17 avr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Eamon) pour l'hôte
Venessa, Heidi, Kim and of course lil Bambi were all amazing. Venessa was so welcoming and easy to get along with. I loved being there and wished I could have stayed longer!
I've always wanted to learn another language, and it was amazing and also a cultural experience to learn some sign language. So thank you guys :)
It was an experience I'll… read more
I've always wanted to learn another language, and it was amazing and also a cultural experience to learn some sign language. So thank you guys :)
It was an experience I'll… read more
17 avr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Jana) pour l'hôte
I spent more than one month with this lovely family and I had the most wonderful time. Venessa and Heidi are so nice and welcoming and they made me feel at home from the very first day. I had my own private room with a very comfortable bed and the bathroom right next to it. Work was different every day but mostly gardening which I really liked… read more
10 avr. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jana)
Jana is an amazing person. Talented, bright, warm and friendly and a fantastic worker. She knows how to get things done! We still miss her! She stayed with us for 7 weeks and had such a good time learning about her and her amazing travel experiences as well as her home country. She is a great problem solver and networker. If she visits you, you… read more
(Excellent)
6 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Laura)
Laura is a bright and energetic woman. She is flexible and is a happy worker. I give highly recommend her as a Workaway traveler
(Excellent)
19 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Julia) pour l'hôte
I had a great time staying with Venessa, Heidi and the cats! I enjoyed every single minute there. I spent more than two weeks with them and it was very interesting to learn a little bit of ASL (Heidi and Venessa are brilliant teachers btw ;-)). I also spent one week with Susan, the mother of Venessa. That was a enriching experience too. We had… read more
18 janv. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mary)
Our family love hosting Mary. We really missed her sweet presence when she left. Mary learned a lot of ASL and her enthusiasm was refreshing. She also cook delicious food and working on painting projects like a pro. She was always willing a flexible. I'm sure we will remain friends. I wish her the best on her adventures.
(Excellent)
16 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Mary) pour l'hôte
Was made to feel right at home as soon as I arrived. Work was easy peasy so I had plenty of free time and they live very close to the beach (Velario was my favorite)! St Augustine is quite nice, lots to see - and fun to just walk around town.
They have a new puppy, a teeny chihuahua that I fell in love with. There is also a sphinx cat… read more
They have a new puppy, a teeny chihuahua that I fell in love with. There is also a sphinx cat… read more
18 janv. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Magdalena) pour l'hôte
I had a great time with Venessa and her family. Venessa is a very good cook and she has a lovely small chihuahua. Taking care of this cute dog was a pure pleasure:) Her daughter taught me some ASL and motivated me to learn more about a sign language in general. What is more, I could practice my Spanish with Venessa's husband. Work was super easy… read more
8 juil. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Camila & Santiago)
Camilla and Santiago are super nice and Greta workers. They braved the extreme Florida heat while they worked a very large weeding job. Santiago was skilled with painting and Camilla is a through cleaner. They are both very fast learners and had vet sweet conversations with my Deaf daughter, Heidi in American Sign Language. They get an A on… read more
(Excellent)
