Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 2

Really enjoyed having Arnaud stay with me. He was a tremendous help, and it was wonderful to see him appreciate the pleasure of having a garden and a 'cat'. We had fun cooking and he proved to be a great pizza dough chef. Arnaud learns quickly and I am sure will continuously improve his English and kiwi slang. Hope to see him back before he returns to his home country.

It was wonderful having Ben and Ellory stay with us. They brought great energy into the house and were a huge help — both in the work we shared and in everyday life. We really enjoyed the time spent together, the conversations, and getting to know more about their experiences and perspectives. Thank you, Ben and Ellory, for everything you contributed. You’re welcome back anytime 😊

It was truly a pleasure to host Hanna in our home. She was incredibly helpful, both with the work and with daily life. Spending time with her, hearing about her life, and learning about her culture was very enriching for all three of us. Thank you, Hanna, for your help and your lovely presence! You’re welcome back anytime 😊

I had a great 3 weeks staying with Marly and Vincent. I worked in the garden, while enjoying spectacular mountain views from the nature reserve where they lived. I had plenty of time in the afternoons to explore the surrounding areas. They were very generous and I shared many lunches (and beers) with them and their friends. We enjoyed many evenings sitting in their sun room after dinner, discussing the important topics of the day, like who is the greatest Formula 1 driver of all time...we disagreed on that one. I would strongly recommend Workaway, particularly to young people, but anyone can benefit from the experience. If you’re looking for a great Workaway experience, then I highly recommend Marly and Vincent.

Jelle and Luna stayed with us for nearly a month. The main focus of help was with our backyard landscaping. They came with great motivation to help us where needed, were both hands on and not afraid to get into work that was often physically demanding. Jelle and Luna were flexible helpers and happy to adjust their availabilities to our needs. We loved how they noticed where help was needed and naturally lend us a hand with other household tasks like laundry and tidying up the kitchen. They were accommodating guests, happy to become part of our family and join us on various adventures. We are so grateful for all their help and highly recommend this couple to other hosts. A big thank you from all of us and keep in touch!!

Ruben was an absolutely positive addition to our lil Forest Hideaway. He showed up eager to help out, and Always upbeat and curious about how he could contribute every day! Whether it was cleaning and oiling decks, schlepping branches out of the forest, organizing Nik's workshop or a myriad of other tasks, Ruben was a delight to have here! We would welcome him back anytime, and any host would be lucky to have him as their helper. He was a great communicator and basically, he lights up any space that he is in!

Mandy is a Turkish soul with Finnish passport. Understands basic Turkish. She is full of beautiful surprises. She was a reliable helper. Took initiative and did more then what she was asked to do. Really good at housekeeping and cleaning. For some reason I believe I will see her again.

Once in a blue moon, you encounter a person here on Workaway bringing the exceptional, well-rounded skill set of a traversed multi-craftsman to bless and ease your life with. Perhaps even more seldomly, you come across someone who immediately presents as a trusted and cherished close friend and invested ally in shared ideological and existential perspective, and the undertaking endeavours thereof in today's world — daring to stand out as a free, indomitable human being in refusal to be managed like cattle by an authoritarian system structure leaving few stones unturned in its wake. Ruairi somehow encompassed both of those priceless virtues from the moment he contacted me, only to transcend it to physical presence as soon as he showed up. Instantly, I felt as if my life gained a highly valuable presence, which I cannot wait to reunite with in near future. Personal aspects aside, describing him as a worker is fairly simple: outstanding knowledge and reliability in his field. "Old school" craftsman who performs his trades meticulously and properly; a secure hand knowing its business through and through, yet always there with constructive ideas and creative input while staying respectful and thoughtful to your individual vision(s). It cannot be understated, the luxury of such a guy being part of your renovation process, lifting it to next level and beyond. In short, if having building work to be done, you will be hard pressed to find better candidates than him to welcome as your guest. Few comparisons. Enjoy him being around. Thank you, Ruairi, for blessing me and my son's lives with your resources of knowledge, skill, not to mention elevated insight and focus. The synergetic growth of corresponding minds and hearts echoes and resounds with the interesting time awaiting, whatever it may contain :)

Eirini and Karo stayed with us for 3 weeks. Along with 2 other workawayers they settled in quickly to the house and routine. Both Eirini and Karo are lovely and were brilliant with the animals and our dogs fell in love with them both. They did a super job out in the garden, tackling monster hedges , laying a stone path, and building new egg houses, as well as looking after the hens.. walking the dogs ..no job was too big or small It was lovely to get to know them both.

John Lennons song Imagine comes to mind when I think of my time spent on Yoavs and Andreas farm. Although Andrea was away whilst I was on the farm ,we had some good chats whilst planning my visit and I can feel her warmth and support for their vision in Portugal at every turn. I found Yoav to be all of the kind words left by previous workaways. A warm, honest, creative, genuine human sharing his passion open heartedly with others. I felt comfortable and welcomed from the first hello. You most definitely become part of the family and share in the beauty and generosity this good earth and Yoav give. Work load ,more then reasonable and able to negotiate time and weather. A gorgeous garden where dreams, creative flare and reality are beautifully melding into one. This man can envisage and plan but also throw the creativity your way and share the vision. Now thats a gift in itself. I was fortunate to have met Yoavs Mum and dad and can see from time spent around the table having meals , where his warmth ,creativity, curiosity and adventure come from. Our first meal together , in the beautifully renovated main home was delish . Yoavs a weapon for good in the kitchen having been a restaurateur ,he is the quintessential host , Yoavs father commented that we had around the table every continent bar one. I met some beautiful other workaways and the problems of the world were solved in the most robust and kind conversations in the gardens and around the dinner tables. My accommodation was comfortable and we all built a bathroom around the toilet and shower whilst I was there. Thankyou Yoav and workaways crew from the bottom of my soul, my stay was a much needed boost of good conversation , laughter and kindness, there are little pieces of my heart planted all over . hopeful to come back around one day soon , until then take care of your self and those you love.

We had a very pleasant week hosting Addison and Bryce in our home. They were a very conscientious and hard working couple, and we accomplished a lot in our time together, getting some outdoor painting done, moving A LOT of gravel down the hill, and other various gardening chores. We also enjoyed having meals together and spending time with them in the evenings, they are the most laid back and chilled couple we have met, even though they play a mean game of cards (Skyejo). Our dog Fritto absolutely adored them, and they always took the time to have a play or a cuddle with him. They were respectful of our space, and took great care to leave their accommodation just as clean as it was when they arrived. We can wholeheartedly recommend Addy and Bryce to other hosts who are looking for someone hardworking and reliable.

Bea es una increíble persona. Muy educada, simpática y dedicada. La verdad fue un gusto compartir con ella y conocer un poco de su mundo. Laboralmente es muy detallista y aplicada. intentando ir más allá de lo estrictamente necesario y aportando idea e inquietudes en beneficio del trabajo colectivo. Bea, sin duda, será un aporte en cada proyecto en el cual pueda aportar, es por ello la recomiendo enormemente.

Looking back at a great time, helping and relaxing in the Kite and Surf Nomadhouse. Marco and Jose are both warm people and look out for you. I felt comfortable during my stay here, the team of volunteers were so fun to work and hang with. how you can make friends in a short period of time! Will miss you guys

Jaco and I — Alex — are filled with deep gratitude and joy that we had the opportunity to get to know Anouk and that she supported us for two weeks in November 2025. Although the weather conditions during this time were already adverse and challenging, we could always rely on Anouk's support. Mindful, highly committed, eager, patient, and willing to learn and adapt, she supported us and kept our backs free. Thank you very much, Anouk! :-)

Johannes was a pleasure to host. Fit, cheerful and willing to help. A really nice guy with a good outlook on life..He was a great help here and well liked . We were so lucky to have he stayed longer and helped us. Thank you Johannes. You are always welcome back, Have fun skiing. Russell

The two weeks I spent with Dolde were truly wonderful. I miss the days of lighting the fire every day to warm up the room. Taking walks with Emma, Bardi, and Ranja, going mushroom picking, and enjoying the sauna—all of it made me really happy. Thank you again for everything!

Nate is an awesome hard working person with a great attitude. I really enjoyed having him stay and he did some great help around our farm. He is definitely strong, fit and able to complete tasks to a high standard. I wish him all the best with his travels!

Said stayed 3 weeks with us and he proved to be one of the best workawayers we've ever had both for work and on a personal level. Always in a good mood and ready to help. He also got along very well with all the other helpers. We'll also remember him for the great conversations and good laughs we had. And for his own version of hummus :⁠-⁠) He will always be welcome and wish him good luck in everything he undertakes.

I spent 2 months working here surrounded by amazing people, good energy, and a feeling of home. The staff Disi, Eri, Leo and Davy were really friendly and helped me discover more of the rich Albanian culture. The helped me with things outside of the hostel too! Truly like family ❤️I got the chance to go on the Bovilla Lake excursion with Eri which was a really great experience! Special mentions to Nana for making amazing food and Rodi and Rovena for keeping the place clean and homey. They were really patient with me learning their language and told me a lot about Albanian cuisine and customs. The other volunteers were kind and helpful from day one, and the guests created a lively, international vibe that made every day different in the best way. I learned a lot, grew personally, and genuinely enjoyed the work. The workload is very manageable and the manager Disi is really good with making the schedule fit around the needs of volunteers. This hostel is more than just a place to sleep , it’s a little community, and I’m grateful I got to be a part of it.❤️

Logan and Ann were incredible hosts - it was truly a cultural experience, one that I took so much away from and would recommend to anyone looking for a grounded and laid back workaway experience. The work differs based on the season and their schedules, but you will always be well communicated with and valued as a genuine extension of their community. I was able to help out through cat sitting, yard work for one of their family friends, and by dusting and cleaning some of their bookshelves (books you are welcome to peruse!), but I was also able to enjoy a lot of free time. Dinners were spent discussing everything, from spirituality to class consciousness to communal living. I particularly enjoyed making yogurt and butter and learned a lot about food processing, as well as beginning my tai chi practice and getting to hike 9 miles of the Rivanna trail (check it out if you make it out here, it circumnavigates Charlottesville!) Being there for a week around Thanksgiving, I was also able to attend a free community potluck, meet people of all ages, and help distribute food. I felt well taken care of and grounded during my visit, in tune to the natural world and all energies around me. This experience inspired me to become a workaway host of my own one day and continue expanding my relationship to community. I learned so much, personally and socially, and will definitely be back if I can. Thank you Logan and Ann!