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We have a large house and extended properties in the Yalikavak, Bodrum area. We are high in the hills with magnificent views of the sea and the Greek Islands. We have 2 suite apartments and a small village house which we may lend to visitors from overseas in the summer.
We are a family of three including an 12-year-old daughter who is learning Spanish and French.
We always have a project we plan but have not executed.
We are not smokers, we do eat meat but also love vegetarian culture, We have the internet. We have 2 friendly village dogs and a house cat. We are as laid back as possible.
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Projetos artísticos
Prática de idiomas
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Hotelaria/turismo
Manutenção geral
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Objetivos de sustentabilidade da ONU que este anfitrião quer atingir
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
We are food people. We have both operated restaurants and headed Food organizations. Local food is a specialty and can be learned by helping. Learning restoration of antiques. Learning gardening. Learning about interior decoration, photography, and art.
Ajuda
For males or females:
Keeping surrounding area near owners house in good order, pruning, pulling weeds, planting veggies, etc.
General garden tasks, occasionally some painting, cleaning, of interior and exterior design objects.
rearranging a small garage that was just relocated.
Being a companion for our daughter.
For female or male: general house and garden tasks
On off days, there is Bodrum to explore. It was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
Day trip to Kos Island in Greece.
Visit Ephesus in Selcuk, Turkey only 2 hours away. This can be combined with an Ephesus and Pamukale trip over a weekend.
Then of course, you can always visit the local villages near the house.
Yalikavak also has one of the best Marinas in the world.
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Turco: Fluente
Acomodação
Accommodation would be in one of the suites or cottages we normally rent in the season when available.
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Yalikavak is on the sea and Bodrum City is a 5000 years old city, 30 minutes away. there is plenty to see on the peninsula. The Island of Kos in Greece, is a day ferry trip, Thirty minutes from Bodrum. The villages nearby are great to visit.
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Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
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2
Nº de ref. de anfitrião: 347568733934
Comentário (14)
12 jun. 2025
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Matthew & Elise)
We were incredibly fortunate to host Matt and Elise at our large property in Bodrum for two months. They proved to be truly exceptional Workawayers.
Their maturity, vast knowledge, and practical skills impressed us daily. Whether it was horticulture, various crafts, delicious cooking, or skilled carpentry, they tackled every task with experience… read more
Their maturity, vast knowledge, and practical skills impressed us daily. Whether it was horticulture, various crafts, delicious cooking, or skilled carpentry, they tackled every task with experience… read more
(Excelente
)
14 abr. 2025
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lily & Archie )
Hosting Archie and Lily from New Zealand at our home in Bodrum, Turkey was an absolute pleasure, and we feel incredibly lucky to have had them as workawayers. From the moment they arrived, they brought warmth, kindness, and a strong work ethic that made a huge impact on our home and lives. They jumped into a wide variety of tasks with enthusiasm… read more
(Excelente
)
12 abr. 2025
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lily & Archie ) para o anfitrião
We spent two wonderful weeks in Yalikavak with Frank, Berna and Amber. It was the highlight of our trip so far. We couldn’t recommend this Workaway experience enough, so if you get the chance, do it!
Frank and Berna were incredible, generous and very engaging hosts. They have a beautiful home and we were very grateful for the way they welcomed… read more
Frank and Berna were incredible, generous and very engaging hosts. They have a beautiful home and we were very grateful for the way they welcomed… read more
26 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Matiask) para o anfitrião
I had the chance to meet Frank, Berna and Amber and stay with them for a week in their beautiful home during October. They are very friendly and kind people, the experience was very positive overall.
They provided me with a very comfortable apartment and delicious meals, both Berna and frank are great cooks.
Amber is a super sweet, friendly and… read more
They provided me with a very comfortable apartment and delicious meals, both Berna and frank are great cooks.
Amber is a super sweet, friendly and… read more
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12 jun. 2025
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Matthew & Elise)
We were incredibly fortunate to host Matt and Elise at our large property in Bodrum for two months. They proved to be truly exceptional Workawayers.
Their maturity, vast knowledge, and practical skills impressed us daily. Whether it was horticulture, various crafts, delicious cooking, or skilled carpentry, they tackled every task with experience… read more
Their maturity, vast knowledge, and practical skills impressed us daily. Whether it was horticulture, various crafts, delicious cooking, or skilled carpentry, they tackled every task with experience… read more
(Excelente)
14 abr. 2025
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lily & Archie )
Hosting Archie and Lily from New Zealand at our home in Bodrum, Turkey was an absolute pleasure, and we feel incredibly lucky to have had them as workawayers. From the moment they arrived, they brought warmth, kindness, and a strong work ethic that made a huge impact on our home and lives. They jumped into a wide variety of tasks with enthusiasm… read more
(Excelente)
12 abr. 2025
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lily & Archie ) para o anfitrião
We spent two wonderful weeks in Yalikavak with Frank, Berna and Amber. It was the highlight of our trip so far. We couldn’t recommend this Workaway experience enough, so if you get the chance, do it!
Frank and Berna were incredible, generous and very engaging hosts. They have a beautiful home and we were very grateful for the way they welcomed… read more
Frank and Berna were incredible, generous and very engaging hosts. They have a beautiful home and we were very grateful for the way they welcomed… read more
26 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Matiask) para o anfitrião
I had the chance to meet Frank, Berna and Amber and stay with them for a week in their beautiful home during October. They are very friendly and kind people, the experience was very positive overall.
They provided me with a very comfortable apartment and delicious meals, both Berna and frank are great cooks.
Amber is a super sweet, friendly and… read more
They provided me with a very comfortable apartment and delicious meals, both Berna and frank are great cooks.
Amber is a super sweet, friendly and… read more
17 dez. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Carlos & Leticia)
Carlos and Leticia were a surprise couple. Initially, staying for a week, they voluntarily, happily, stayed on for 3 weeks. Both were very intelligent and therefore fast learning. They did many things they had never done before but after showing them how to do it......they did it. We had lots of fun exchanging cultures from playing Spanish card… read more
(Excelente)
10 dez. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Carlos & Leticia) para o anfitrião
We spent 3 weeks in Yalikavak with Frank, Berna and Amber and the experience was amazing.
From the house you can see the beautiful views of the sea and Yalikavak Peninsula and when they need help on the garden you will work while enjoying that view.
We help them with the garden, but also doing some painting and windows insulation. Everything was… read more
From the house you can see the beautiful views of the sea and Yalikavak Peninsula and when they need help on the garden you will work while enjoying that view.
We help them with the garden, but also doing some painting and windows insulation. Everything was… read more
27 fev. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Perla)
What a wonderful surprise to find Perla. I was in need of someone to prune a small vineyard so searched workaway and only one person came up: Perla. Can you believe she happened to be in Izmir on her way to Iran so she came down. She is such a wonderful person and within minutes, like she also said, we were like family.
She completed the work in… read more
She completed the work in… read more
(Excelente)
26 fev. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Perla) para o anfitrião
I'm sorry to give only 5 stars to this amazing family.
I loved my job there..i loved the place..it was so full of charme..i loved the company of francis and berna...i loved francis's mandarine jam...and i really really loved berna's food.
So for me this was one of the best moment of my 8 months trip.
I felt like at home...i felt them like my… read more
I loved my job there..i loved the place..it was so full of charme..i loved the company of francis and berna...i loved francis's mandarine jam...and i really really loved berna's food.
So for me this was one of the best moment of my 8 months trip.
I felt like at home...i felt them like my… read more
16 nov. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jade & Tom)
Jade and Tom stayed for a week with us and we truly enjoyed their company. They were able to help with several projects we needed to do, before winter set in.
Jade is also a great cook and she performed for us one night. We still have fond memories of that meal.
If they knock your door in the future, do not hesitate to invite.
A bright, well… read more
Jade is also a great cook and she performed for us one night. We still have fond memories of that meal.
If they knock your door in the future, do not hesitate to invite.
A bright, well… read more
(Excelente)
5 nov. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jade & Tom) para o anfitrião
Frank, Berna & Amber made our stay in Yalikavak a memorable one.
Their home is beautiful and our own accommodation was lovely and very cozy.
This was our first Workaway experience and we think we may have already found one of the best! We were made to feel so welcome from the first day. Family mealtimes were something we always looked forward… read more
Their home is beautiful and our own accommodation was lovely and very cozy.
This was our first Workaway experience and we think we may have already found one of the best! We were made to feel so welcome from the first day. Family mealtimes were something we always looked forward… read more
16 nov. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (MIRIAM EDITH & PEDRO)
Miriam and Pedro came and stayed with us for almost 3 months. They were lovely and we bonded in a short time, as family would. They were able to handle all the chores we gave them and still had time to be with our daughter, who loved their company. They both have an open invitation to return anytime. This lovely couple is at the top of our list of… read more
(Excelente)
27 jul. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (MIRIAM EDITH & PEDRO) para o anfitrião
First of all, thank you so much for the confidence and for the opportunity to work with you and live this amazing experience.
Frank and Berna were our first experience in workaway. We spend almost 2 months with them, working and living as a part of the family. The work is always different, nothing complicated, so you never got bored. Living in… read more
Frank and Berna were our first experience in workaway. We spend almost 2 months with them, working and living as a part of the family. The work is always different, nothing complicated, so you never got bored. Living in… read more
21 nov. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ryan & Caitlin) para o anfitrião
Frank and Berna were so good to us. We felt so at home in Yalikavak, it's a beautiful area, the views are GREAT. The work always varied so we never got bored. Amber is lovely, and we both had fun hanging out and playing with her. Berna and Frank are both amazing cooks, and the food was always delish! Vedat and Menekse are also wonderful, hard… read more
21 nov. 2015
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ryan & Caitlin)
Ryan and Caitlan were simply wonderful people to have in your home.
Hardworking, honest, down to earth, appreciative, and to top it off well educated and jack of all trades.
What more could one ask for.
They stayed with us for 9 weeks and became family.
They helped with everything we had to do and Caitlan became my daughter's best… read more
Hardworking, honest, down to earth, appreciative, and to top it off well educated and jack of all trades.
What more could one ask for.
They stayed with us for 9 weeks and became family.
They helped with everything we had to do and Caitlan became my daughter's best… read more
(Excelente)
21 nov. 2015
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Marcus)
Marcus, from Singapore, acknowledged it was his first work-away and I am always cautious about that, however, having lived in Singapore for 25 years, I thought it was worth the chance.
We had a great time together talking about Asia and also cooking together, from time to time.
Marcus is a gentleman and very knowledgeable, as well as a jack of… read more
We had a great time together talking about Asia and also cooking together, from time to time.
Marcus is a gentleman and very knowledgeable, as well as a jack of… read more
(Excelente)
21 nov. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marcus) para o anfitrião
I had such an amazing and wonderful time working here. It is a huge pity that i could only stay for a week, and would have really wished to stay longer. Frank and Berna are extremely hospitable and nice people. They provided a very beautiful suite for us to stay in. The food we cooked together were great and always delicious. There is a good… read more
5 jun. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lisa) para o anfitrião
We had the most amazing time at this wonderful place. Frank, Berna and Amber are a lovely family and great hosts. We always felt very welcome and the food was just outstanding. We loved the dinners with nice conversations and beautiful sunsets. Vedat and Menekse are also very nice people and we loved to work and spent time with them. The work… read more
26 mai. 2014
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Nadine)
Nadine was a super workawayer.. She has worked in quite a few places but it was her first time to Turkey. Stephanie helped us a lot and without her, we would have never been able to open for the season. She handled, gardening, painting and general clean up with ease. She also interacted very well with our young daughter and our permanent staff (a… read more
(Excelente)
26 mai. 2014
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Stephanie)
Stephanie was on her first workaway. She had just done her National Service and within a week flew to Bodrum. Here is a girl with no fear. Stephanie helped us a lot and without her we would have never been able to open for the season. She handled, gardening, painting and general clean up with ease. She also interacted very well with our young… read more
(Excelente)
26 mai. 2014
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Stephanie) para o anfitrião
Staying with Frank and Berna was really wonderful. Definitely expect to get your hands dirty but I never was overworked, generally a good 4-5 hours of work a day. The meals were all excellent, frank is an award-winning cook, which is clear even from how he makes a simple breakfast amazing. Berna is a perfect host to elicit advice on Turkey; she… read more
3 dez. 2013
Deixado pelo Workawayer (GRETHE & GULU) para o anfitrião
We had an unforgettable time with Frank, Berna and little Amber. The food, accommodation and company was great! We learnt so much in the week we volunteered for them. Any workawayer would be lucky to end up with this lovely family.
24 set. 2013
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Dan)
Thanks for the rating. We enjoyed your company and the tasks completed successfully.
Have a great time during the balance of your travels
Have a great time during the balance of your travels
(Muito Bom)
22 set. 2013
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Dan) para o anfitrião
It was a great experience to stay with Frank, Berna and Amber. All up, we stayed 8 days; the work was challenging and rewarding, the conversation was stimulating and both Frank and Berna are excellent cooks, so the food was always delicious. The place itself is also very beautiful.
Verdat and his family were also always polite and willing to help… read more
Verdat and his family were also always polite and willing to help… read more
9 jan. 2013
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Geoffroy)
We were, again, very lucky to have found a lovely couple through workaway. We had good fun as well as getting lots of work done and our daughter still says bon nuit to us when she goes to bed.
(Excelente)
9 jan. 2013
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Geoffroy) para o anfitrião
What a good experience with this family ! We realy appreciate to be in this place. Meal together were always nice, with very good food and lot of stories that Franck can tell. We spend a good time with all the family, and Berna can advise about lot of place in Turkey and especially in Istanbul. Anne really enjoy to have time with Amber; who learn… read more
25 nov. 2012
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (MichaelandVeronica)
Veronica and Michael were our first experience with Workaway. It remains to be seen, whether we were just seriously lucky or is every workaway couple like them. Veronica was a delight and helped our 2 year old with so many things and even painted an entire small building of ours. Michael just came each morning and went out and accomplished… read more
(Excelente)
21 nov. 2012
Deixado pelo Workawayer (MichaelandVeronica) para o anfitrião
We had a lovely time in this beautiful place. Frank, Berna and their sweet daughter Amber became like family to us. They are so kind and easy to get along with, full of great stories and lots of laughs. We also have a lot of love for Vadat, who Michael worked with everyday maintaining the property. Veronica loved spending time with Amber and… read more
