Experience genuine hospitality in my artistic home in the rainforests of the Dandenong Ranges, Australia
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Deixado pelo Workawayer (Chris) para o anfitrião
Kaaren is a wonderful host with a lovely home and two friendly cats. She is an excellent cook and is happy to share her talents with the folks staying in her home. Kaaren was my first Workaway experience and I have no regrets. I felt like a part of the family right away. I learned lots about sustainable living, gardening, and cooking. If you love
… read more living in connection to nature and working outdoors then you will have a fantastic time staying here!Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Chris)
Chris is a willing and generous workaway.
He is always willing to please and takes any feedback with maturity and understanding.
He stayed with me for 10 weeks and fitted into the house like he had always been there. He loved all the other workaways that passed through during that time. He was eager to understand the country and its differences to
… read more his and we shared many laughs and good conversation.
A reliable workaway Chris does what he is asked but does require guidance and check ins. He is very keen for this. He worked on many projects the biggest being the pool cleaning which he did an excellent job on. He chainsawed wood, weeded, mowed and helped me make some celebration cakes, which we both enjoyed.
He left my home leaving his mark with a mosaic of house numbers on the front fence and a new very smart letterbox. I recommend Chris as a lovely workaway.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Léa) para o anfitrião
I am thankful for my stay with Kaaren (and her 2 lovely cats) to be my first workaway experience in Australia.
She is a genuine, generous and cheerful person that made me feel like home as soon as I entered her beautiful property.
If you stay with her you will eventually find out that she is also an incredible cook and a hard-working woman with
… read more a great sense of humor.
She will always help you navigate through your tasks when necessary, I already learned a lot only after 2 weeks.
I feel very fortunate and would definitely recommend Kaaren :)
Thank you!!Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Léa)
Lea was a delight. She brought a beautiful energy to my home and engaged with empathy and kind heart with the other workaways staying. Although she wasn't experienced in some of the garden tasks I needed her to do, she was very open to being taught and took the jobs on with ownership and a desire to be helpful. In particular watering all the
… read more seedlings she helped plant in the vegetable patch. The vegie babies were her responsibility and she took it seriously. I would highly recommend Lea.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maxvdg4) para o anfitrião
My stay here was so good, i am very lucky Kaaren took me in. She is a really warm and welcoming person. The house was filled with other travelers and during my 4 weeks I met so many amazing people. Its like a hostel but way better. Kaaren is an amazing cook and a lot of fun to be around. The area is really nice for hiking. I started building a
… read more greenhouse. Me and the other workawayers poured the concrete and I layed the bricks for a wall. The work was good and it was fun to have my own project. Thank you very much for hosting me. It was an amazing experience.Esta pessoa escolheu manter o perfil privado, mas você pode entrar em contato a respeito de comentários deixados por outros workawayers.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maxvdg4)
Max is a wonderful young man. I consider him to be be a solid rock. He works hard and takes his projects seriously. He is very polite and kind and enjoyed the company and comraderie of the other workaways.
He sanded the floors in one of the bedrooms and painted the walls and trims. He is quite detailed and I felt confident that I could leave him
… read more to do the work.
Because he came with skill and experience he also worked with me to design a greenhouse, has the patience of a saint as the designs changed. He worked tirelessly to complete the foundations and base walls. He worked with 2 other workaways initially when the concrete footings were poured. I appreciate his dedication in seeing that stage of the job finished, and extended his stay to assure this.
He is reliable, funny and respected all the rules of the house.
I highly recommend Max and look forward to his return.Fotos
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Deixado pelo Workawayer (Chris) para o anfitrião
Kaaren is a wonderful host with a lovely home and two friendly cats. She is an excellent cook and is happy to share her talents with the folks staying in her home. Kaaren was my first Workaway experience and I have no regrets. I felt like a part of the family right away. I learned lots about sustainable living, gardening, and cooking. If you love
… read more living in connection to nature and working outdoors then you will have a fantastic time staying here!Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Chris)
Chris is a willing and generous workaway.
He is always willing to please and takes any feedback with maturity and understanding.
He stayed with me for 10 weeks and fitted into the house like he had always been there. He loved all the other workaways that passed through during that time. He was eager to understand the country and its differences to
… read more his and we shared many laughs and good conversation.
A reliable workaway Chris does what he is asked but does require guidance and check ins. He is very keen for this. He worked on many projects the biggest being the pool cleaning which he did an excellent job on. He chainsawed wood, weeded, mowed and helped me make some celebration cakes, which we both enjoyed.
He left my home leaving his mark with a mosaic of house numbers on the front fence and a new very smart letterbox. I recommend Chris as a lovely workaway.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Léa) para o anfitrião
I am thankful for my stay with Kaaren (and her 2 lovely cats) to be my first workaway experience in Australia.
She is a genuine, generous and cheerful person that made me feel like home as soon as I entered her beautiful property.
If you stay with her you will eventually find out that she is also an incredible cook and a hard-working woman with
… read more a great sense of humor.
She will always help you navigate through your tasks when necessary, I already learned a lot only after 2 weeks.
I feel very fortunate and would definitely recommend Kaaren :)
Thank you!!Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Léa)
Lea was a delight. She brought a beautiful energy to my home and engaged with empathy and kind heart with the other workaways staying. Although she wasn't experienced in some of the garden tasks I needed her to do, she was very open to being taught and took the jobs on with ownership and a desire to be helpful. In particular watering all the
… read more seedlings she helped plant in the vegetable patch. The vegie babies were her responsibility and she took it seriously. I would highly recommend Lea.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maxvdg4) para o anfitrião
My stay here was so good, i am very lucky Kaaren took me in. She is a really warm and welcoming person. The house was filled with other travelers and during my 4 weeks I met so many amazing people. Its like a hostel but way better. Kaaren is an amazing cook and a lot of fun to be around. The area is really nice for hiking. I started building a
… read more greenhouse. Me and the other workawayers poured the concrete and I layed the bricks for a wall. The work was good and it was fun to have my own project. Thank you very much for hosting me. It was an amazing experience.Esta pessoa escolheu manter o perfil privado, mas você pode entrar em contato a respeito de comentários deixados por outros workawayers.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maxvdg4)
Max is a wonderful young man. I consider him to be be a solid rock. He works hard and takes his projects seriously. He is very polite and kind and enjoyed the company and comraderie of the other workaways.
He sanded the floors in one of the bedrooms and painted the walls and trims. He is quite detailed and I felt confident that I could leave him
… read more to do the work.
Because he came with skill and experience he also worked with me to design a greenhouse, has the patience of a saint as the designs changed. He worked tirelessly to complete the foundations and base walls. He worked with 2 other workaways initially when the concrete footings were poured. I appreciate his dedication in seeing that stage of the job finished, and extended his stay to assure this.
He is reliable, funny and respected all the rules of the house.
I highly recommend Max and look forward to his return.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Bridger) para o anfitrião
Kaaren is the best. This was my first Workaway, and Kaaren went above and beyond to make the experience amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Kaaren about everything from art to baking and learned so much in the four weeks I was there. The property is gorgeous and with the city easily accessible by train I never felt too disconnected. I
… read more would highly recommend a stay with Kaaren for anyone looking to learn new things and enjoy great conversation (and food) with an awesome hardworking person.Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Bridger)
Bridger is the workaway that everyone should have.
An absolute delight. He is funny, energetic, easy going, skilled, loves cooking and baking and is very kind and considerate.
Bridger did so many projects little and big. When he woke he just got on with whatever task he was doing with no prompting.
He repaired doorknobs, replaced decking boards,
… read more sanded and stained the deck, numerous times, repaired and painted a screen door then hung it. Derusted and painted the old sewing machine table. Worked with Max another workaway on moving landscaping rocks and helping with the foundations of the greenhouse, and other things. He took on all jobs with gusto.
He baked into the night and perfected Anzac biscuits. The best thing about Bridger was that if something needed to be done he did it. Dishes, bins, sweeping he just did it all, I never had to ask. Quite remarkable.
He is a young man destined to have a great life. Everyone needs a Bridger. Welcome him if he reaches out.
We had a wonderful time staying with Kaaren and truly appreciated her warm hospitality. Most of our work was in the garden—seeding, weeding, paving, pressure washing, and helping with other tasks. Her garden is truly amazing, with a wonderful view and the scenic puffing billy steam train running right through. And I hear the pool has been cleaned
… read more so it's getting even better for summer! We also did some light housework on rainy days.
Kaaren has many interesting projects in mind, so it’s a good idea to ask her to prioritize tasks or clarify if needed—she really values proactive communication.
What stood out most during our stay was Kaaren’s incredible passion for cooking, especially desserts. Her pantry was a highlight, filled with delicious ingredients she generously shared. While we prepared our own breakfasts and lunches, she made tea most nights, and we all ate together. This also normally included an amazing desert.
The only downside to that much cooking and dirty dishes was the broken dishwasher.
Kaaren’s home is spacious and welcoming, with four rooms available for Workawayers. But during our stay, we were four at most (us being a couple).
Thank you, Kaaren, for a memorable experience! We’ll always remember your incredible cooking and the time we spent helping out in your beautiful garden.
Julia & Vincent
Julia and Vincent are both workaways that you never want to leave.
There greatest skill is common sense. I could trust them to do anything. They were open to seeking advice on anything that was new to them and could anticipate any problems or impacts of the work the did.
Julia was assigned to planting all the seeds for my vegetable patch. She was
… read more an expert plant mum and needed no reminding to water them. They were her babies to nurture. She worked for many hours in the vegie patch and was also an excellent house cleaner.
Vincent had many handyman skills and understood how to use power tools. He completed the paving around the pool and pathways, oiled the pool deck, high pressure washed the surrounds. Made garden beds and mulched and weeded. He was a solid and skilled worker.
I love sharing dinner with them and Vincent was a wonderful cook. They fitted in like house mates and were engaging, comfortable and warm. I missed them as soon as they left.
I would encourage any host to say yes please. You will not regret hosting Julia and Vincent.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (David)
David is a thoughtful and intelligent young man with lots of insight.
He fitted in to the household well and put a huge effort into helping with the foundations of the greenhouse and concrete pouring. He was always keen to help and made sure that he understood the task at hand and asked questions.
David worked hard at everything he did. He spent
… read more days brushcutting and mowing the lawn and did an excellent job.
He was also very gracious as he spent a week sleeping on the couch, which was unexpected as another workaway stayed longer. I really appreciated his flexibility and cooperation. David is very reliable, smiles readily and very helpful. I would recommend him to any host.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Georgina)
Georgina is an intelligent and warm young lady. Always happy to help and contribute to any task.
I loved chatting
about life with her as we prepared dinner together. Georgina mainly worked outside in the garden and was a fearless weeder. She was respectful of house rules and always contributed with ease to anything that was happening..
She
… read more enjoyed the hills and the walks and went back to the city on her days off. A great workaway that fitted into home really comfortably. I highly recommend her.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Georgina) para o anfitrião
Kaaren truly has a wonderful home and her gardens are delightful. Staying here was a lovely experience and Kaaren is a very gracious and fair host, with a wicked sense of humour. Her culinary skills are first rate and you will be in for a treat staying here. Everything in the house has a story and it was a pleasure to contribute to it as an
… read more ongoing project. Just note that it is at least 1.5/2 hours on public transport to get to central Melbourne, however the immediate neighbourhood is fantastic for walks/ runs and scenic views.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Michael) para o anfitrião
My time at Kaaren's was fantastic. She and her lovely two cats are extremely welcoming, and make you feel right at home.
Kaaren is a master chef in the kitchen, and her meals (of all the cuisines you can possibly think of) only contribute more to the feeling of being welcomed into her home. Food is a spiritual mainline to the soul for me, and I
… read more felt spoiled with her cooking.
Work outside in the garden was well balanced. All sorts of different jobs to be done maintaining her beautiful spread of plants. Some jobs might be more challenging, but always fair. Kaaren is also very open to having you work different jobs if you get tired or don't feel comfortable.
Kaaren is great to talk to, with a wealth of knowledge on local and provincial history. As well as having loads of general wisdom, she has a great sense of humor and loves to share her extensive experience with world travel.
Kaaren's home is a great place for anyone looking to get a taste of the Victorian countryside while still having access to Melbourne. I'll always remember my time there fondly, and her snuggly cat Jet!
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Daiki & AYUMI) para o anfitrião
We stayed at Kaaren's house for three weeks.
We stayed in a lovely house surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers and felt at home as if we were in our own home.
The days we spent with Kaaren and the other workawayers made me feel like I had a family in Australia and I was happy.
I (Ayumi) was studying English and when I felt anxious
… read more because I didn't understand some words, she hugged me like a mother. And she taught us how to pronounce the language until we understood it. She also taught us how to cook vegetarian food while we cooked with her. She is a lovely chef.
I also cooked everyone's meals when she was away. I enjoyed cooking because there were always vegetables, fruit, cheese, milk, cereals, bread, rice and seasonings available. All my workaway friends from different countries were happy to eat my food and I gained a lot of new siblings.
Our work here consisted mainly of gardening, composting, clearing rubbish, cleaning the garden, weeding, working on the water supply, cooking and housekeeping.
I love the house, which is getting nicer and nicer every day.
Kaaren always praised us a lot for our work when we finished, which made us happy.
It was my first time in a foreign country, my first time in Australia, my first time working away and thank you so much for being so kind to me and accepting me like family.
See you again ☺︎☺︎ Ayumi and DaikiSó é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Joseph) para o anfitrião
I spent 2.5 weeks at Kaaren's amazing home. The location is beautiful and grants you easy access to the Dandenong rainforest. Kaaren is a brilliant host and she is extremely helpful. I had a minor injury while staying with her and she helped me get a doctor's appointment and took me to the chemist's to get myself sorted. She was very considerate
… read more and often invited or informed me and other workers about events in Melbourne. I highly recommend this location if you're looking to be in the Melbourne area but not in the city.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kay (Yunkyung) & Hanjeong) para o anfitrião
As you can see from the profile, Kaaren is such a lovely and wonderful person. Every space in her tasteful home welcomed us comfortably, and her special dinner sent our tongues on a world tour with every taste. With Kaaren and other workawyers, we always had a lot of conversations with open minds whenever we encountered each other, which naturally
… read more leaded to active cultural exchange. Kaaren explained her rules and guidelines for work clearly, which enable us to work effectively. The work intensity was not that hard, and it was fun to join her project. Likewise, it was a lot of fun to join in her cooking. With almost all the ingredients around the world, her amazing pantries let us know the joy of making our own meals, even though we had no hobbies in cooking. Our room was comfortable and beautiful, and we loved that Kaaren's house was located on a peaceful creek so we could enjoy the stroll around. If you are wondering who to choose for your host, contact Kaaren right away. She will give you a warm welcome.Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Kay (Yunkyung) & Hanjeong)
Kay and Ryui (the girls) were an absolute delight. I consider them to be some of the most grateful and respectful people I have ever known. They brought great joy and laughter to my home. I had my workaway family who also felt the pleasure of their company. Kay and Ryui cooked a few meals for us, sharing their culture and cooked with such purpose.
… read more Rui even taught me three ways of making kimchi as Kay quietly sat a the table and did some work.
They soaked up all the information that I gave them and thoroughly joined in on all conversations around the house. Kay and Ryui were eager to please and were rearing to go every morning to do the tasks they were set. The worked mainly outside in my veggie patch and weeding the garden. As was their nature they were methodical and did all tasks well asking for guidance when needed. The listened to all instructions and did everything they were asked. If you want some joy in your house then I recommend "the girls".
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Nathan) para o anfitrião
I resided at Kaaren's for a total of three weeks and I wish I could have stayed longer! She has a lovely property with stunning views, a gorgeous botanical garden, and a warm and inviting home full of art, knick-knacks, and antiques. Staying at least a month is highly recommended as you really do become a temporary member of the family/household;
… read more it takes some time getting to familiarize yourself with the flow of the house (especially the kitchen!). I did almost exclusively outdoor work, like gardening, weeding, woodcutting, carpentry, painting, etc., and there are a LOT of available tasks to do. If I was able to stay longer I could have stayed for another month easily just seeing out the projects I had continued/started! If you prefer this kind of work you will certainly enjoy your stay here.
Many evenings were spent at the dinner table eating a meal prepared by Kaaren or another workawayer and were full of joyous and engaging conversation about our different cultures, experiences, thoughts, or anything, really! Kaaren in particular really values sharing in conversation even throughout the day, in-between chores, or during tea time. If you prefer to do your work and then keep to yourself in your room you may feel out of place here, as this truly is a household that sucks you in and makes you feel a member. If you do feel more on the introverted side, just make sure to be clear about what makes you feel comfortable; Kaaren is good at communicating her needs/expectations if you're willing to communicate as well! You will work hard, eat well, and share in many a story and anecdote. You will befriend the two cats, stroll the bogglingly intricate garden, and soak in the sunset from the back deck.
Even though I was there for only three weeks and was sometimes hampered by rain, Kaaren still took the time to drive me (or other workawayers) to nearby attractions or events. We went to the nearby state forest, spent a day at the beach, visited a plant nursery (I love plants), and of course had to visit a few kangaroo at a local park. I was even invited to join for a stay in the mountains! It's clear Kaaren prioritizes giving her workawayers a holistic experience of life in the Dandenong.
In short, I had a fantastic and rewarding experience, and if I am able I will be returning!!Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nathan)
Nathan is a great conversationalist and likes a project he can sink his teeth into. He is eager to learn about other cultures and observe the similarities and differences. He took on all tasks with attention to detail and flair. And if he didn't know, there was youtube. He brilliantly repaired my ride on mower and finished off some furniture
… read more building projects. Nathan was the best gardener I have had, as would be expected a botanist and plant lover, but I was grateful. It was wonderful sharing his joy for biology. Although sometimes distracted he was keen to take direction. He communicated well with the other workaways and enjoyed being part of the household. He returns in a week which i look forward to. I would recommend him to any host.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ruth)
Everyone loved Ruth. Other workaways loved Ruth, my children loved Ruth and I loved Ruth. Ruth just fitted in like she had always been there. We were kindred spirits and shared a love of craft, cooking, baking and making. She arrived a few weeks before Christmas and was handed the task of helping me laminate all the croissant dough for Christmas
… read more morning, making dozens of mince tarts and dozens of biscuits. A task she took on with gusto and expertise. At the same time she was designing the construction of some outdoor furniture, that was her project, made from the recycled timber in my shed. I am so happy with the outcome. She did a fantastic job and she should be proud.
The wonderful thing about Ruth is that she settles in and makes your home hers too. She is interested in exploring the area, joining the local cricket club, spending time hiking with one of my friends and generally engaging in everything. She shared her experiences and thoughts on life, her opinions, always the devils advocate and was up for a good natter, especially if you were interested in the cricket scores. She was genuine and has a hilarious British wit. We shared a lot of laughter. She was warm and happy to meet all of my friends and family and enjoyed sharing time at the dinner table with them too. She never shied away from being social but was equally happy to sit on the deck for quiet time with a book. Ruth always had a smile on her face and has an infectious laugh. She helped consistently and approached everything with good nature. I was lucky enough to have a few long term work aways at the time and it did feel like a workaway family which Ruth actively participated in. If you want a workaway with spirit, with a genuine warmth and multi skilled in both the kitchen and on the tools you couldn't get better then Ruth.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ruth) para o anfitrião
I spent 6 weeks at Kaaren's and had a wonderful time. This workaway was pretty much my first stop in Australia and I couldn't have asked for a more welcoming, kind and generous host. I stayed over Christmas and New Year and it was great to meet Kaaren's family and friends and other wildly interesting people of the hills. I and other workawayers
… read more were treated like family which was so lovely and appreciated, especially at Christmas which can be a difficult time to be away from home.
We did lots of baking in the run up to Christmas, honestly the food situation is out of this world; Kaaren cooks restaurant quality food just casually on a daily basis, and is always willing to share her skills and knowledge. The house is a beautiful example of, I think the term was 'cultivated maximalism' - full of colour and art and interesting things. Can it be a bit manic at times? Yes, but it's part of the charm.
A lot of the workaway work is housekeeping and gardening, which I did a bit of, but I was lucky enough to be given a carpentry project building some outdoor dining furniture, which was great fun, and I'm proud of the result.
This workaway was a lovely experience, thank you to Kaaren for making it happen!Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Natalie)
Natalie was the heart and backbone of my household and she is sorely missed. Natalie stayed with me for 10 or 11 weeks and myself and the other workaways called her my hausfrau. She cleaned, polished, sorted, washed and vacuumed. Natalie also had a deft hand with a paint brush and painted my front entry and a bedroom. She also did her time in the
… read more garden digging out he tap roots of dock weed. Not only did Natalie manage all those tasks she did them as she sang and danced. It was a happy household when we could hear vocals as she bumped to the beat of sheet folding. I had a carpet and cupboard moth infestation which saw Natalie, removing every item from my walk in robe and bedroom including mattresses. She then moved onto the laundry and my office. She washed and sorted and sprayed and cleaned and bombed. It took her 5 weeks. She was committed to the task and incredibly thorough. We tossed out items, gave them away and reduced the storage by 30 percent. She kept on my tail which I needed and I will be forever grateful to her dedication and commitment to handling such an onerous job.
Natalie became a friend and she fitted in with all the workaways who came and went. She also joined in with all the family and friend events and she became one of the family. She is exactly what you need, an experienced workaway with a joyous and playful nature. Don't hesitate to contact her.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Natalie) para o anfitrião
If you’re looking for a real bushland experience in Australia - that’s your spot. Located in the suburbs of Melbourne in the middle of the nature you will find Kaaren’s house…one of the most amazing views I’ve ever seen and a property with an outstanding garden…I always said her house and her garden are like a museum…so many things to see and
… read more explore and created with so much love for details.
Kaaren is one of a kind…one of the most gorgeous and lovely persons I’ve met in my life…always giving you a hand, taking care of you and always with a smile on her face…I really felt like home the two months that I stayed with her. To work in and around her house was really a pleasure…I learned so much from her and how to maintain a big property - I’m really thankful for all this new knowledge, that will help me for my further life.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ricardo)
Ricardo was a gem. He worked very hard at all the tasks that were set for him and asked along the way if everything was correct. I did joke that he was my ironman as he had competed in these events. Ricardo was very eager to help and we shared many conversations about life, work and travelling. He always asked if there was anything he could help
… read more with and was most appreciative of the opportunity that workaway has given him, to share hosts lives and homes. He is an experienced workaway who demonstrated the workaway spirit. He was thoughtful, compassionate and kind. I was very sorry to see him go. I wish him all the best with his travels though life and would heartily recommend him.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mathys & Inès)
Mathys and Ines were so lovely. They were very polite and thoughtful and worked consistently at the tasks they were allocated. Infact, they may have done more than was needed. Mathys surprised me by being quite a reasonable painter and with some guidance finished painting a bedroom. Ines impressed us all with her delicious crepes for dinner and
… read more they both managed well during a power outage that lasted 4 days. We had some good conversations and both their English skills improved as they grew more confident. They were quite independent and organised their days off to travel to the CBD for festivals and events. I do recommend them as they are a delightful young couple.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Taihua)
What can one say about Taihau. She is intelligent, curious, interested in the world, wants to understand her host country and has so many questions, which I loved. She was committed to her exchange, and worked the days we had discussed.
She did find the gardening tasks a bit tiring but always asked for clarification if she didn't understand. She
… read more mostly self intitated and just got on with what the tasks were.
She is very interested in food, a love we shared and we spent hours talking.
She also taught myself and other workaways her traditional dishes.
Taihua also communicated well with other workaways and contributed to the warmth in the household.
I heartily recommend Taihua.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Taihua) para o anfitrião
I was lucky to meet Kaaren when I first came to Australia, she takes baking and food seriously and her cakes are better than many bakery's out there! She has a collection of recipe books from all over the world, which I have learned a lot from them. Also, We discuss recipes, food history, immigration, and gender, and I'm happy to learn different
… read more perspectives. She also helped me a lot because I was having trouble finding a job and accommodation and she allowed me to stay longer. So, for the first time, I experienced a lovely summer Christmas! Just feel like another home in Aussie. I didn't realize that Kaaren and her children also prepared gifts for me, thanks to this warm-hearted family! I will always remember them. Kaaren also took us to Dandenong market, Victoria Queen Market and Kangaroo Park, as a foodie and animal lover, I was super happy. I helped out in the garden, which is sometimes not easy for me, but my work is quite flexible, I can have a break and enjoyed the variety of plants.
Kaaren is very talkable and if you are super chatty you will have a very fulfilling time and enjoy each other's company. I love to chat, but also need some more alone time. I appreciate Kaaren's understanding and patience. Her cat Cashew always sleeps with me and is very sweet and I love him. I heard that he catched bird before, but I never saw that. He usually stays with me, miss him so much!
I think the most important thing I learned in Kaaren's home was to be brave to create connections with people, and different experience itself is a treasure.Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Naomi) para o anfitrião
I had a lovely work away experience here, I would definitely recommend to anyone thinking about coming to this area! It was a magical place, Karen has a beautiful home with puffing billy train running along the bottom of the garden. The views are phenomenal and I felt very lucky to be able to stay! Karen was an excellent host, she was chatty,
… read more prepared delicious meals and gave me helpful advice about the area so I could explore. We also went on some lovely walks, she kindly took me to see kangeroos and I generally just enjoyed having the pleasure of staying at her home. Karen was flexible with the work that needed to be done, there was a task that she had in mind that I helped her with for the weekend (cleaning out wood from her garage) but she was open minded and willing to be flexible to make sure there were options and a variety of jobs that could be done. Overall, 100% would recommend!Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Naomi)
Naomi was the perfect workawayer.
She graciously did all the work I needed her to., when others would not. She spent days clearing a shed full of timber and old building materials to get ready for a garage sale. She was methodical, and communicated well when she needed guidance. I could not have had the sale if not for her commitment to the job..
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She happily helped me preparing Christmas puddings and we spent an evening making sugar flowers for cake decorating, as we were both pastry chefs. She participated in the household and generously gave her time helping other worways in my home. She was also independent and make her way around the hills for walks. She embraced the local area, was curious and happy to be here, a giod conversationalist but happy in her own company. Naomi embodied the workaway spirit. I would recommend her 100%. An absolute pleasure.
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Michelle & Alex) para o anfitrião
We had the loveliest stay at Kaaren's. She's clear with workhours, instructions and expectations - super comfy. You will certainty never go hungry. Really fun person to hang out with and talk to, created a warm and welcoming environment for all the people staying with her. It was the first time we got to live with and work alongside other
… read more Workawayers which was soooo much fun! Full house lots of love and laughter. Highly recommend!Só é possível entrar em contato com Workawayers com assinaturas ativas.
Join our family on the stunning Gold Coast, Australia
Wildlife and nature lovers' dream near Forster New South Wales, Australia
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Experience genuine hospitality in my artistic home in the rainforests of the Dandenong Ranges, Australia
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Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Ajuda em fazenda
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
