Workaway reviews, feedback and ratings - page 2

There are not enough words to describe our experience in Mar's house, maybe we can start saying that we were planning to be there for just 2 weeks and we ended up staying more than 1 month. This place it's like a HOME: warm, happy and cozy...not perfect, because perfect it's boring and aseptic, this house it's better than perfect because it's authentic! Mar and her daughter Jasmine went over and beyond to make sure we had a good experience: Meals were amazing and always fresh cooked, we got to try so many traditional Spanish/Valencian food and we were so lucky to taste such authentic dishes. Accomodation was cozy in our own private room with private bathroom. Work load was fair and Mar was always comprehensive of our needs and requests. We felt in love with the PERRITAS, the lovely lovely dogs that we took for walks and that we learned to love, each one with their specific personality and qualities. But the actual reason why this workaway is so special is because she treated us as friends, not just volunteers. She brought us around with her car to show us the beautiful area and village, she always gave us advice on what to do and when, thanks to her we made a lot of friends and we shared meals and memories with them. She listened to us when we needed to be listened and she spoke when we needed someone to spoke with. Her kindness is big and even if we had to leave her house earlier and go back to Italy for an emergency, she was not mad, even if we started a project in her house and we were not able to finish it. We will forever be grateful for this opportunity and we will surely come back, we have some vegetables to plant and some more dishes to try!! Hasta luego Jasmine, Mar, Mei, Mia, Iris e April :) Love you

Hemos hecho nuestro primero Workaway con Magali y Hector en noviembre y lo menos que podemos decir es que son muy buenos anfitriones. Creemos que no podriamos tener una mejor experiencia para empezar los Workaway. Estaban a la escucha de todas nosotras preguntas y les gustaba hacer descrubrirnos todo lo que hay para saber sobre su campo y sus animales. Estabamos casi siempre todos los cuatro juntos, como una pequena familia. Ademas de la vida al campo hemos aprendido a vivir un poco como argentinos y nos gusto mucho. Si todos las personas son asi en este sitio seria perfecto para nosotros. Todavia gracias por todo!! :DD

Julien is everything you would want as help at your establishment. Never complained, took every job at heart and did it perfectly. He is really friendly and social, therefore communication was a delight. He got out of his way to help travelers in need. We would love to have him back anytime. Can't get any better than that, but if you change, stay the same. Love from the whole team

Staying with Þór was so nice, he's a very polite person and we have some similar views on certain things, I also hope he can get a picture of the moon and clouds stop getting in the way hahaha I felt very comfortable and enjoyed my time in Iceland. During this month of November there wasn't a lot of work to do so I helped a little with the garden and cooked dinner and some spanish food. People from the shop are also so nice and I hope I can come back soon! There's also a very cute cat that comes almost every morning to the house and loves to be around people. I'm so thankful for this experience! his movie collection is so cool

Matej was an amazing volunteer. He really came to help out and wanted to work a lot more than what was expected. Everytime he asked again if he could help more, and I felt almost guilty to accept because I'm not asking that many hours from volunteers, but he insisted that he was happy to help. And honestly I could use it in this moment, so I felt lucky to have him here. I had to leave to the mainland for 3 days and he was very responsable of taking care of my place and arranging things with some workers that was necessary. And he was very sweet to my pets, they already miss him!

This French couple stayed with us too briefly – we already miss them. They are very calm, easy-going and completely trustworthy. We left the house in their care and everything was perfect. At work they were eager to learn, quick, helpful and always in a good mood. Truly great volunteers, and we highly recommend them to any host.

This was my first workaway anddd words dont do justice to how i can explain the warmth and welcoming i felt being with Alfonso and Lydia's family. This home is full of love, creativity, curiosity and compassion. Gael, Sergio, and Luna were so good to me aswell they each had an originality, brilliance and not to mention big hearts! Being around this nature and animals was more then i could have imaged! Each animal aswell was so special and loved getting to know them! I was able to be completely comfortable and free to communicate anything i needed to wanted to share about. I felt really at home. Alfonso's care for the household was impressive and his cooking absolutely delicious and appreciated. A real jack of all trades kinda guy. Also his knowledge of the history of Spain was great. Lydia such a gem with so much love for her family and her nurturing was so amazing to witness. Her way of making it feel like home and effort to make you feel apart of it was so special. To her conversations and her smiles and not to mention her delicious homemade treats made with the best ingredients was a delight. Thank you so much This oasis is something to experience and i cant wait to visit again

Rachel almost beat the record of staying at our place, finally it has been 3 months :-) 3 months which we've really enjoyed! Rachel is always eager to help and she's very fast in learning new things. She was a great help with the fire wood which took us several days to finish. People in the community garden loved her because everything she did was made with care. Rachel is a very good cook and had an eye for keeping the house clean and tided up . There were many things to do which she hasn't done before but she managed to do all of them to our complete satisfaction. Simba, our dog, enjoyed the long walks with here, the children loved to play with her. We could even take part at a yoga lesson once a week and Rachel took care on the children, that was amazing, because it was the first time since 6 years that Tanja and me could have at least one hour of free time together without children :-) Rachel is really strong and persistent, she handled to move the full wheelbarrow, she was removing the complete surface of a wall which needs to get renovated, cutted many bushes and trees, helped building new terraces in the hill.. Beside her physical strength she's also a good listener and conversation partner and she has a very good feeling for other people. We've collected many apples this year and Rachel was never complaining about the never ending story to process them ;-) She finished a german course and was tough enough to ride the bycicle even at minus degrees to get to the train station to Graz, huge appreciation for that, above all, she isn't used to such low temperatures. Rachel is very uncomplicated and always ready to lend her helping hands when you need them. We're happy that Rachel is still in Graz, trying a new way of lifestyle, so we will meet up again for sure over the next months. Thank you very much for everything Rachel, it was a pleasure to host you here and you're of course always welcome to come back again!

Our experience at Catherine’s place was so good that we stayed for a full month—and then came back for another one! If you’re looking for an immersive taste of French culture in a stunning château, surrounded by the funniest and most charismatic people, this is the perfect spot. We shared unforgettable moments with friends and family, and saying goodbye was genuinely hard. Our days were filled with croquet matches, cozy evenings with a glass of wine, and delicious raclette and fondue dinners. The tasks were easygoing—chopping wood, mowing the lawn, helping around the house, and taking care of the dogs, who were a joy on their own (we miss you, Caritas and Atlas!). The region is beautiful, and we were able to explore a lot thanks to the car Catherine provides. We walked and surfed at the beaches, went horseback riding, visited Saint-Malo, and discovered many charming places nearby. Brittany amazed us with its mix of countryside and coastal landscapes, and with its incredibly welcoming people. Thank you, Catherine, for welcoming us into your home. We left feeling inspired to bring our own friends and family together just as you do. À tout à l'heure!

What a lovely place, well designed by Laura, to have two apartments, plus studio in one building. Easily utilized as one large home. The flow of the place is very nice, the colors used, the tasteful mix of old and new, the smart touches that make spaces convenient and economical add to a sense of well being. Laura welcomed me to her project and helped organize the days with lists and dinner conversations, she speaks very good English! She was a thoughtful host who made delicious meals for all of us. She even cared for me when I was ill, checking in on me frequently and taking me to the pharmacy. I enjoyed my time there, sharing after dinner conversations were a highlight of the experience. Laura has persevered to make this dream come to life and shared many informative stories about the process. Laura, I wish you flow and peace with this project, you are doing great and have come a long way! Thank you again for a great first time Workaway experience. Big hugs and love to you.

It was a pleasure to host Eli for about 5 weeks at our place. He found his way into the daily routines very fast and he was always available to lend one or two of his hands to help out. He even did the exhausting jobs like weed whacking in steep areas with a smile on his face. He is a fast worker and learner too. Eli did a nice job with the ceiling in the bathroom and the mud coating in one of the rooms. The children liked him a lot because he knows how wo play with them and make them happy :-) We've enjoied the conversations with him, he's a smart, intelligent young person, reflecting about himself as well. I (Andi) had fun at the bar with him as well :-)) I hink he almost helped with all tasks we have to offer, but you an read that at Eli's profile if you're interested in! :-) The 5 weeks passed by way to fast but hopefully we will meet up again sometime! Thanks for everything Eli, sorry for the very late review! Live your life, stay as you are! Cheers!

I have no hesitation recommending Hayley as a workawayer. She is friendly and adaptable. She handled the difficult task of helping me sort personal papers as well as provided general household help. She got on well with the other younger workawayer I had staying the same week.

I had an amazing time in Portugal staying at iRetreat (my first Workaway). I was immediately welcomed by Andrew, Rosie and their baby Sofia! They are all lovely and I soon felt part of the family. It was great they were Christian as I share that faith with them, but they are very open whoever you are. The place is stunning and is right in the middle of nature giving you a perfect oppotunity to disconnect from normal, busy life. The facilities were great as well and I made plenty of use of the pool, gym and games room in particular. I did half days working with Andrew which taught me a lot and allowed me to make myself useful. We had great food - which I often helped prepare - and we could even pick fresh figs and grapes locally which tasted amazing. There was a large retreat on one week when I was there - which I would recommend as you can get involved in the activites and see some cool local spots. Hopefully this gives anyone considering a good idea but I would highly, highly recommend it! Thanks so much for having me Andrew and Rosie, I'm sure I will be back :) Jake

Mari-Anna was there during that time and helped me with weeding, clearing the paths, and rearranging the planters. She is friendly and adapts to the jungle quickly Her participation was beneficial for the project. I am going to miss her. I recommend her

Grazie Gabriella, It was very short but nice! Many thanks for your help!

I had a wonderful experience staying with Jennifer and Mabel, truly amazing hosts. The finca is a beautiful and peaceful place surrounded by nature and animals of all kinds, both domestic and wild. During my stay I saw sloths, tons of birds, frogs, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, and of course the star of the show: Tuky, the white toucan who visits the property almost every day. Be prepared to spend a good part of your day playing with Osky, the sweetest dog who will happily bring you a stick (or anything he can find!) for you to throw and he never gets tired of playing. Overall, it was a great experience filled with nature, good company, and unforgettable memories. I’m grateful for my time there and highly recommend it to other Workawayers.

Many many thanks Carla for all your help! I hope to see you again one day!

Fue un verdadero placer tener a Anna con nosotros durante tres semanas. Desde el primer día mostró una actitud dedicada, responsable y con una energía muy positiva. Su disposición para colaborar en el mantenimiento del hostel y en la huerta fue super positivo : participo en tareas físicamente exigentes con entusiasmo y siempre estuvo lista para ayudar donde hiciera falta. Durante el surf trip con nuestros huéspedes, su apoyo fue fundamental. Demostró una buena capacidad para trabajar en equipo, adaptarse a las situaciones y mantener un ambiente armonioso y alegre. Estamos muy agradecidos por todo su esfuerzo, compromiso y buena energía. Sin duda, recomendamos su participación en cualquier proyecto futuro: es una voluntaria que quieres conocer! Las puertas de nuestro hogar en Chapadmalal quedan abiertas para cuando quiera volver ¡Gracias por todo Anna! 🌿✨🏄‍♀️

Our Workaway host was truly exceptional. We spent our stay deep in the Amazon jungle, fully immersed in nature, with a wonderful man named Thomas. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and welcoming. We shared so many meaningful moments together, talking, relaxing, connecting with the environment, and discovering his autonomous way of life in the untouched rainforest. The tasks we did were also incredibly enriching. We built stairs, learned a great deal about the forest and its plants, and gained a deeper understanding of what it means to live in harmony with nature. This Workaway experience was unforgettable, and Thomas made it all the more special.

David has a solid knowledge of construction. He participated in two projects, showing excellent results. He participated in social activities such as canoeing, dancing salsa, and swimming. He is respectful, punctual, and friendly; he finished his projects on time. He left a good impression, leaving the doors open in case he ever decides to come back, he will be welcome. Without a doubt, I recommend him.