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Dear reader, this project started as a small initiative with an aim to renovate a long-neglected renaissance house and turn it into a pleasant space where various cultural events can take place. We are in search for helping hands, creative minds and thoughtful souls, who would help us to prepare a soil for microcosm of shared ideas; an asylum for literature, philosophy, theatre, cinema…
we look for a help with organising events _there will be plenty of them, including festivals and summer university
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are situated in the very center of picturesque UNESCO town (just few steps away from the main square) and yet, the house is surrounded by large garden, which creates a feeling of being in nature, rather than a town. Banská Štiavnica is a cultural capital throughout the whole summer, offering variety of events. Lively cafés, pubs, a tea house shelter various festivals, concerts, exhibitions, happenings.. The town is set in a scenic landscape of štiavnica hills and woods, hiking trails and several small lakes to swim.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need a help with organising events. (garden_cinema, discussions, public readings, vernissages, concerts, cooking..)
We would do the tasks together about 4to5 hours, 5 days a week. The schedule is flexible.
Volunteering work is suitable for anyone, only the will matters:)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Slovak: Fluent
Accommodation
Renovated rooms.
We are mostly eating vegetarian (with no idealism attached). Should you have some other dietary preferences, we can most certainly meet them:)
What else ...
Banská Štiavnica is mainly recognised for its sublime genius that might stem from its organic development throughout the centuries and unique setting in nature. Narrow streets of cobblestone epicly winding in front of you, will lock you in the times long forgotten. Still unspoiled by tourism, Štiavnica attracts artists, intellectuals, seekers, pilgrims, dreamers...
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 124439848564
Feedback (45)
27 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (tomoko0202) for host
I stayed for two weeks in the cultural center of magical Stiavnica. I could actually sense that this project is the heart of the town where locals gather to exchange thoughts, even though it was a relatively quiet period at that time due to the pandemic.. many many many books in the living room. I thought I also should have brought a hungarian… read more
9 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
I spent 10 days at the Centre and I had a wonderful time! The work was cleaning and preparing the guests apartment and splitting and stacking wood. Flexible working hours, nice people coming and going, and the perfect host, very welcoming, accommodating, and helpful. Beautiful surroundings. I totally recommend this place.
6 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
Jessica is very committed, extremely kind person, seriously hardworking. Amazing what she did throughout her short stay. Thank you, Jessica, for your help and best wishes en route. Definitely recommended!
(Excellent
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23 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara )
Clara is very friendly a smily, warm-hearted girl, responsible and was always ready to help with whatever was needed. She formed a nice group with the other volunteers present at that time. Definitely recommended. Thank you Clara!
(Excellent
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8 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Clara ) for host
The community is a beehive:
Full of workers, people coming and going (endlessly coming and going), is body movement and it’s construction, is a constant vibrant exchange.
The project is getting to know some faces, talking to locals, briefly being part of Banská Štiavnica local community.
The project is having risotto and crepés (make sure you… read more
Full of workers, people coming and going (endlessly coming and going), is body movement and it’s construction, is a constant vibrant exchange.
The project is getting to know some faces, talking to locals, briefly being part of Banská Štiavnica local community.
The project is having risotto and crepés (make sure you… read more
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27 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (tomoko0202) for host
I stayed for two weeks in the cultural center of magical Stiavnica. I could actually sense that this project is the heart of the town where locals gather to exchange thoughts, even though it was a relatively quiet period at that time due to the pandemic.. many many many books in the living room. I thought I also should have brought a hungarian… read more
9 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
I spent 10 days at the Centre and I had a wonderful time! The work was cleaning and preparing the guests apartment and splitting and stacking wood. Flexible working hours, nice people coming and going, and the perfect host, very welcoming, accommodating, and helpful. Beautiful surroundings. I totally recommend this place.
6 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
Jessica is very committed, extremely kind person, seriously hardworking. Amazing what she did throughout her short stay. Thank you, Jessica, for your help and best wishes en route. Definitely recommended!
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara )
Clara is very friendly a smily, warm-hearted girl, responsible and was always ready to help with whatever was needed. She formed a nice group with the other volunteers present at that time. Definitely recommended. Thank you Clara!
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Clara ) for host
The community is a beehive:
Full of workers, people coming and going (endlessly coming and going), is body movement and it’s construction, is a constant vibrant exchange.
The project is getting to know some faces, talking to locals, briefly being part of Banská Štiavnica local community.
The project is having risotto and crepés (make sure you… read more
Full of workers, people coming and going (endlessly coming and going), is body movement and it’s construction, is a constant vibrant exchange.
The project is getting to know some faces, talking to locals, briefly being part of Banská Štiavnica local community.
The project is having risotto and crepés (make sure you… read more
6 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Federico)
Federico is an Italian gentleman, with cultivated manners. A connoisseur who can as well carry bags of cement and mixes the concrete. Versatile and committed, with a sense of humor and most important of all a good person. Totally recommended!
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Federico) for host
This has been my first workaway experience, and I couldn't have hoped for a better one. Although I think I can't add anything more to what has already been said in other comments, Marek has proven to be a kind and caring host under every aspect, and the location was simply fantastic: both the cultural centre and the town are full of life, with… read more
8 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lucas) for host
Marek is a very good man in all senses of the word, he was always there when needed, i never lack of anything, the work times are very flexible and he always have something new for us. The place is awesome and almost finished so the works are in very cool events from worldwide guest and people and places in the town are the best that i have… read more
8 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas)
Lucas stayed with us for a couple weeks time. He is fully committed person, eye-opened and resilient when it comes to help. He is also an intelligent person to talk to and easy to get along with. Quite amusing. He took an initiative to organize and conduct himself a lecture on Argentinian literature at our venue. Totally recommended!!
(Excellent)
5 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Zachary) for host
This was only my first workaway but I'm sure it will be memorable for all the good reasons. Marek is very accommodating and was a life save in getting me form Zarnovica to Banska Stiavnica. There is never a shortage of work, especially in renovating the attic (which will look great when it's finished). The town is remote but there re many places… read more
16 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nanda)
Nanda and Julie are pleasant, enthusiastic girls, laughing through the day. They are very organized, and picked up the new skills quickly. Very determined workwise. It was a pleasure to host them, and totally recommend them. All the best on your journey!
(Excellent)
25 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nanda) for host
The time was really good! We felt very welcome since the first moment!
Marek was a really nice and friendly guy. He was a very good host and the work was always fun. He was every time really grateful for everything and tried to make it as nice as possible for us!
Thank you a lot it was a really enjoyable experience for us in the beautiful Banská… read more
Marek was a really nice and friendly guy. He was a very good host and the work was always fun. He was every time really grateful for everything and tried to make it as nice as possible for us!
Thank you a lot it was a really enjoyable experience for us in the beautiful Banská… read more
17 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
Marta spent quite some time at our place. She is fairly vigorous person in a positive way, very attentive. She likes to take initiative, sees what needs to be done, and does it. Very responsible and hardworking person! She definitely gave more than she took. Very honest, curious and warmhearted person. Thank you Marta and best luck on your way!!
(Excellent)
3 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hélène)
Hélène spread a good vibe around the place. Very pleasant person with a sense of humor. Curious. Exquisite cook, especially when it came to the crêpes sucrées according to the oldest Brittany's recipe!:) She was a great deal of help for us. Thank you Hélène!! best wishes
(Excellent)
25 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hélène) for host
I spent two weeks and I really had a wonderful time! It was nice to share the house not only with international helpers, but also with some locals. The work was varied and I'm really glad that I could learn how to build a wooden floor. I cannot wait to see what the attic will look like in a few months!
The atmosphere is really great, there's a… read more
The atmosphere is really great, there's a… read more
18 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Noe & María)
Noe and María are nice, pleasant couple. Quite amusing:) They worked very hard and helped us a lot with the renovation of the attic. They are truly determined and very responsible! Totally recommended! Thx and best wishes
(Excellent)
13 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Noe & María) for host
We stayed for two weeks here and the feeling we took from the place is that it is a place where you can relax and work in a really confortable way. The atmosphere is really cozy and the people around were nice and chaty.
We shared the experience with two volunteers (Bastian and Alberto) and of course with Marek. The relationship and communication… read more
We shared the experience with two volunteers (Bastian and Alberto) and of course with Marek. The relationship and communication… read more
6 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Bastian)
Bastian is very thoughtful person with cultivated manners and refined sense for aesthetics. A conscious person, stemming from a diverse and uplifting urban environment, that you can have a decent conversation with. With more people like Bastian, I would not be skeptical about the future of our civilization:) In the same time, he is very handy… read more
(Excellent)
6 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Bastian) for host
It was such a pleasure to spend a month here! I wouldn’t have wanted to pass January anywhere else. Both the work (plastering, sanding wood, cooking for and organizing events..) and the town with its many castles, hillside walks and new-agey cafés had a highly soothing and serene quality to them…
Marek - as has been pointed out countless times… read more
Marek - as has been pointed out countless times… read more
28 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alberto)
Albertito! A good man, this guy! Alberto is truly a hard worker. He is very passionate about everything he does, and he does a lot! Sometimes I felt like I had to say to him to work a bit less :)) He is really a handyman with diverse skills. He likes to learn new things and learn them quickly. He did a great plastering job in the attic and even… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alberto) for host
What else can I say (more than 60 exelent s feedbacks)... it's a comfortable place, with a variety of work and entertainment. There are almost no pressures or schedules, each one is responsible for doing what needs to be done. In the winter it is a peaceful place and above all its a cultural center,where you can learn varied skills (I learned how… read more
28 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabell & Maximilian)
Isabell & Maximilian are such a lovely people! They brought love peace and order to our place. Super-funny and caring! They worked really hard to make the place nice and the guest happy. They are really skilled when it comes to handy labour, and work independently. They see what needs to be done and they just do it. They fit in very well. They are… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Isabell & Maximilian) for host
This was our first workaway experience and we had a very good time staying here during christmas and new years eve! Marek was a very caring host who stocked the fridge with deliciuos things – that's why we definitely spend a lot of time cooking in the gorgious kitchen and eating all together! (Not to mention the 300 Falafel and 100 mini pizza we… read more
28 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina is a really lovely person that come up with ideas to improve things. She is organized, patient, focused, adaptive, and easy to get a long with. She fitted here well and helped us a lot too!! She is intelligent, interesting girl with a charm!! Totally recommend! Sabrina will be always welcomed here!
(Excellent)
22 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
This is a truly magical place. It feels like the last peaceful place in the midst of this restless world.
Marek is a great host. He makes sure your mind doesn't lose out on any fun, stacking all possible shelves with all possible books, engaging you in thoughtful conversations and filling the house with good music.
Banska Stiavnica reflects… read more
Marek is a great host. He makes sure your mind doesn't lose out on any fun, stacking all possible shelves with all possible books, engaging you in thoughtful conversations and filling the house with good music.
Banska Stiavnica reflects… read more
28 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofiya)
Sofiya & Ryan are extremely lovely couple. They are super-organized, intelligent people with a sense of humor. We got along since the very moment they arrived. Sofiya, the Berlin-smarty-arty girl;) and Ryan from Alaska with many stories to tell (his CV could be a good script for the Into-the-wild II film.) and extensive knowledge of world's… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sofiya) for host
It was a great late summer/autumn in 2018. We still talk about our nice memories in Banska Stiavnica. We love this town, this house, this project and its people - Marek is a fantastic host. He is a happy and relaxed person with novel ambitions about establishing a cultural center in this magical town. The house that was built with the help of… read more
22 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alyssa) for host
Marek is a super guy, that always keep a good vibes in the house. Banská Štiavnica Is great place to discover, there you can find a lot of interesting places and beautiful views.
The work never was hard, we were doing it with fun and pleasure. In general it was cleaning, chopping wood, cooking and some help with renovation of attic. We had a… read more
The work never was hard, we were doing it with fun and pleasure. In general it was cleaning, chopping wood, cooking and some help with renovation of attic. We had a… read more
3 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie is a very open person (kind and eye-opened) and also very adaptable. She always had the initiative to help in a very warm way, since she was consistently cooperative in the activities around the house. A present person, talkative and always with a smile, which I will remember as someone very curious and ready to absorb from the world. Best… read more
(Excellent)
10 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I spent 10 days here, and it's been an amazing experience !
Marek is easy going, caring and trustful, wether it was for the work, the center or everything else... I learned a lot and have met wonderful people there, it really is a meeting point for cultural exchanges !
If you're looking for a first workaway experience, second third or whatever,… read more
Marek is easy going, caring and trustful, wether it was for the work, the center or everything else... I learned a lot and have met wonderful people there, it really is a meeting point for cultural exchanges !
If you're looking for a first workaway experience, second third or whatever,… read more
2 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Russell)
Russell is an interesting, intelligent person that you will have things to talk about if u are into literature and cinema. He is more an introverted type of person with occasional social moves:) Very disciplined and responsible when it comes to work. A good man! Best luck Russell and thank you for your contribution!
(Excellent)
29 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Russell) for host
This was my first Workaway experience, and i enjoyed my time here. I stayed for three weeks in this beautiful town doing mostly basic carpentry for the centre. The work was relaxed and I had plenty of time for myself. Marek is an intelligent and easy-going guy who it was a pleasure to help with his project.
9 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Susanne)
It was a pleasure to host Susanne. She was very diligent in whatever she did. She is smiling a lot, an interesting person to have a conversation with. Despite her short stay she was of great help to us. Besides she plays piano really well!! All the best Susanne and Thank you!
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Susanne) for host
First of all I have to mention that Banská Stiavnica is probably one of the most charming places in Slovakia, with a wide choice of museums, churches and castles to visit and lovely hikes through forests, such as to one of the many artificial lakes around. I had a great time in the developing cultural center project run by Marek. He is a really… read more
19 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Eva was a great help to us! She is very committed and responsible person with a great sense of humor and super-intelligent; I enjoyed the talks we had together. She has contributed to build a nice atmosphere during those summer days. Good luck on your journey Eva and Thank you!!
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was amazing. Marek was firstly a great host but also just a really cool and fun person to hang out with. My two weeks in Banska Stiavnica were in preparation for the first cultural event, and although everyone was a little stressed about how we would pull it off, it actually happened and the event was… read more
13 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Naomi)
Naomi is a curious, social and etheric person. She has fit well in the group of other volunteers that were staying here at a time. Thank you for your help Naomi and best of luck!!:)
(Excellent)
12 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Naomi) for host
I definitely had an amazing (short) week at Marek's place! It was only my second workaway experience so I didn't really know what to expect but it did go beyond my most optimistic expectations :)
When I stayed there at the beginning of July, the house still needed some renovation work (mostly painting) to be fully prepared for the first cultural… read more
When I stayed there at the beginning of July, the house still needed some renovation work (mostly painting) to be fully prepared for the first cultural… read more
6 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana Beatriz)
Beatriz is superfunny girl, an intellectual with a focus on sociology and anthropology. She is very responsible, active and helped us a lot over those summer days. She contributed to a good vibe generated by the group of volunteers we had here at the time. Take care Beatriz! until the next time
(Excellent)
12 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ana Beatriz) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was just amazing. The project is very interesting and promising. Marek is an amazing person, I felt so comfortable and in a familiar environment, he is definitely doing more than what is expected. I highly recommend this project, since personally it was an amazing experience and I felt one week was not… read more
6 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma is a beautiful person; responsible, positive, amusing, patient and wonderfully fit the group of other volunteers we had here at that time. She has a strong aesthetical feeling as well as for life, being a theatre. She has little bit of Desdemona, Juliet and Cordelia in herself:) Be well Emma, and some day, some time!
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was defenitly an amazing one! I spend almost 2 weeks at this place and had a lot of fun with other workawayers and people I met in banska stiavnica. This is such a great place in a really nice town. There' s a lot of things going on in banska stiavnica to enjoy your free time.
Marek is a great guy,… read more
Marek is a great guy,… read more
24 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Annabelle & Maël)
Annabelle and Maël are very nice and friendly people, with a good sense of humor. It was nice having them here and I can certainly recommend them:) Thank you for your help and best wishes to u guys!
(Excellent)
20 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Annabelle & Maël) for host
If you are looking for a workaway in Slovakia don't search further ! Here are some reasons to stay in Banska Stiavnica :
1) the city is beautiful, full of bars and there is a tea house with matresses and pillows on the floor. There are often concerts in the bars. If you walk 15 minutes from the house there is a little lake.
2) the work is… read more
1) the city is beautiful, full of bars and there is a tea house with matresses and pillows on the floor. There are often concerts in the bars. If you walk 15 minutes from the house there is a little lake.
2) the work is… read more
23 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliane)
Juliane is very friendly and reliable person, enspirited, spreading her élan vital around! Yet, she is very perceptive and curious. Enthusiastic and creative. Totally amusing:) She designed and drew a mural, a really nice flower pattern! I can absolutely recommend Juliane! Thank you for your help and time here at Banská and all the best luck to… read more
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Juliane) for host
I spent a very good moment in Banská Štiavnica.
My stay was quite short (one week), but I learned a lot, mostly about chalk painting and … french cinema ! Marek is a very nice, funny and interested guy. I am really thankful that he welcomed me even if is wasn't the easiest moment for him. And also that he lets me paint flowers in one of the… read more
My stay was quite short (one week), but I learned a lot, mostly about chalk painting and … french cinema ! Marek is a very nice, funny and interested guy. I am really thankful that he welcomed me even if is wasn't the easiest moment for him. And also that he lets me paint flowers in one of the… read more
9 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Menachem)
Menachem. When I recall the images of that month he stayed here , it makes me smile. He is a very pleasant, cultivated (and yet naturally casual) intelligent gentleman, with an enchanting sense of humor, great voice (his cantatas are still echoing in my ears) and big heart! His companion made everyone very comfortable. And of course not to mention… read more
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Menachem) for host
My month in Banská Štiavnica was my 18th workaway experience and it was one of the very best I had!
There were many things that made my stay in this beautiful town so lovely and memorable, but above all it is Marek himself (aka Marekslav) who made it so good and special for me. He is really one of the kindest persons I ever met: always taking… read more
There were many things that made my stay in this beautiful town so lovely and memorable, but above all it is Marek himself (aka Marekslav) who made it so good and special for me. He is really one of the kindest persons I ever met: always taking… read more
3 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miriama)
Mirka is very enthusiastic and motivated person that helped us to make a big step forward in the renovation. She did a wonderful job painting, tiling or cleaning. She is very practical and capable doing various tasks and she learns quickly. Thank your for your contribution Mirka, and best of luck!
(Excellent)
1 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Miriama) for host
I spent few days with Marek and other lovely workawayers and we had so much fun together,Marek was great leader, he was always taking care about us,we gained skills in renovation, there was a lot of work so we could always exchange and try something new. We loved watching movies on the big screen in the garden and I guess everybody fell in love… read more
30 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Hsun Yuan & YI LIN)
Hosting Yi-lin and Hsun-yuan was certainly a unique experience. It was a voyage to oriens that opened different and interesting perspectives of looking at history, culture and values. Guys are exceptional cooks and sheltered a week of Taiwanese cuisine for us. Amusing and curious:) Best wishes to you guys and thanks for your contribution here.
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Hsun Yuan & YI LIN) for host
We spent 10 days in Banska Stiavnica, it's a gorgeous town with gorgeous and kind people . Marek is knowledgeable and generous, we do have a good time to chat and work with him, and he took us to swim in the lake, brought us to local restaurant and bar , and went to the movies in the yard, to sum up, it's a memorable experience to blended into his… read more
29 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
Alex is an etheric girl that lit up the place with her smile and grace. Calm and dreamy. Sometimes I got an impression that she is levitating:) She came with her friend Erin and they were both of great help to us. Alex, Erin, Thank you!!, Be well.
(Excellent)
16 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
The two weeks that I spent in Stiavnica were such a dream! I came here with a friend and we quickly became like a family with all the other girls there during this time. We shared lots of delicious meals, bonded during our various renovation projects each day, and adventured around the lively town by night. Banska Stiavnica is a beautiful place to… read more
9 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Manon & Athénaïs)
Should I name an adjective that would embrace the personalities of Manon and Athé, it would probably be "cool":) they easily fitted the place and the community of the other volunteers that were staying here over those summer weeks. They are congenial, authentic, charismatic souls! Not to mention they are very skilled and motivated. Manon, Athé,… read more
(Excellent)
14 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Manon & Athénaïs) for host
This 3 weeks in Stiavnica was awesome ! Marek is the perfect host, very carefull, funny, curious and with a lot of great conversation. We met a lot of great people, it was like a big family and that's so cooooool ! Also the town is very beautiful and very alive, with a lot of events and nice locals. Thank's you very very very much Marek for… read more
6 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Anouck)
Anouck is a vigorous, charismatic soul with a sense of humour, very perceptive and with a great sense for aesthetics. She was of great help and very committed. She is very respondible with an attention to detail. I cannot recommend Anouck enough. She was spreading a good vibe around and was a perfect match for the place. Thank you Anouck!
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anouck) for host
I spent almost three weeks in august at the beautiful house and I enjoyed every bit of it! I discovered how to tile among other interesting and valuable things you can learn while renovating a house. Marek was an excellent host and the day of work was organized in a very spontaneous way which suited me very well. The town abounded of festivals and… read more
27 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily & Max)
Emily and Max worked hard to help us to move a good step forward with the renovation. They did a wonderful job laying the wooden floor and painting walls. They come up with ideas and are very independent at work. Fast learners and friendly people! Thank you for your contribution guys, and good luck on your travels.
(Excellent)
29 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Emily & Max) for host
We stayed two weeks with Marek and had a wonderful stay!
The town is very pretty, has lots of good bars, there is a forest with artificial lakes 15mins from the city centre - Lots to do around!
There is also a lot of work to do and plenty to learn! We got the chance to do some painting and laying floor. Great experience for us!
Final point goes… read more
The town is very pretty, has lots of good bars, there is a forest with artificial lakes 15mins from the city centre - Lots to do around!
There is also a lot of work to do and plenty to learn! We got the chance to do some painting and laying floor. Great experience for us!
Final point goes… read more
26 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Juliana)
It was a pleasure to host Juliana. She carries her smile almost all the time and her esprit added to the atmosphere. Juliana is very proactive, committed, intelligent, compassionate. Very human! Her personality embodied the spirit of the house as well as essence of the developing project. Julka, thank you for time you shared with us and the the… read more
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Juliana) for host
Staying on this workaway place was one of the best I have been to. Despite it was very close to my town I really enjoyed it. The work was great, to try different jobs, work with my hands and see some progress every day was really satisfying. The place has really good vibe, Marek is really nice host, makes you feel comfortable and welcomed. Also I… read more
20 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucia)
Wow! This girl is really a miracle. She possesses a unique skill - to do a magic, the place really glowed while those two weeks she stayed with us. Suddenly everything appeared as it is, infinite and so real. With her beauutiful charisma, humour, charm, intelligence and smile, everything is possible and probable. I will miss those white sleepless… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Basia)
Basia is very kind and sensitive (in a positive way:) being and yet very fit to do various, even labour-intensive tasks. She really excelled in the whatever work she put her hands on, and was keen to learn. She is very creative, intelligent and I enjoyed the discussion we had and the time we shared. As she mentioned we had a nice INFP group here,… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Basia) for host
Best workaway ever! I stayed at Marek's for two weeks, and I have to say it was a wonderful experience. It took me a while to get used to Marek's organic style of working (for example, plastering two walls of a room one day, and then painting outside the next day instead of finishing the other two walls of the room), but I came to appreciate it,… read more
25 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
I had a really awesome workaway here, Marek is an intelligent and kind host who always gave us interesting and fun work to do. I loved working with the builders too, they were so much fun and really helpful. I got to learnt new skills including planing wood and plastering which I loved doing and hope to use in the future :) The hard work was then… read more
25 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)
Rebecca stayed more than two weeks with us. She is a beuatiful fairy-like personality. Aetheric and yet very fit to do different and even labour intensive tasks. Becky did wonderful job planing and painting timber as well as plastering walls. She is curious about learning new things and helped us to keep the place in shape. It was a pleasure to… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mercedes & Daniel)
It was a great pleasure to host Dan! This man is very intelligent with great sense of humour and easy-going. He did a wonderful job plastering and planing wood. He can pick up new skills very easily. Dan is very commited, responsible person and I can only strongly recommend him!! He was a perfect match for our place and will be always welcomed at… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mercedes & Daniel) for host
I spent just under 2 weeks with Marek and i loved every minute of it! Marek is a very interesting, intelligent and funny guy. We had so many laughs and lots of philosophical conversations, there was never a dull moment. I enjoyed the work, which was mainly plastering and planing wood, and i got to know the builders quite well too over a few Beers… read more
30 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
better late than never i guess.. i hope you remembered me haha!
Finally i have the time (and deviceses) to leave a feedback!
It was super nice at your place and im happy to see on the pictures that it developed so much.
If you and judith still are interested in the pictures they are finally on my laptop, just send me a personal text with your… read more
Finally i have the time (and deviceses) to leave a feedback!
It was super nice at your place and im happy to see on the pictures that it developed so much.
If you and judith still are interested in the pictures they are finally on my laptop, just send me a personal text with your… read more
27 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Julie & Pierre )
Julie and Pierre are lovely people, very kind and friendly. They learn very quickly and mastered the plastering to a point of perfection! I am thankful for their contribution and the time we spent together. Best wishes and hope to see you some time again.
(Excellent)
24 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Julie & Pierre ) for host
We had a wonderful two weeks with Marek. We learned so much with him about renovating houses and building work. The atmosphere is great and Marek is a very friendly person. We had very good talks with him on many topics around the fire. :)
Also, Banska Stiavnica is a lovely town to discover surrounded by big hills, forest and lakes.
We'd like to… read more
Also, Banska Stiavnica is a lovely town to discover surrounded by big hills, forest and lakes.
We'd like to… read more
18 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anaïs) for host
Fist time that I participated into the renovation of an house, and it was such a pleasure to see it changing day after day ! I stayed with Marek in Banska Stiavnica during 2 weeks, at least one is necessary to be able to pronounce properly the name of the city. During this time I helped around making some beams, and I really liked to work with the… read more
10 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Anaïs)
Anaïs stayed with us for two weeks. I dare to say she was the perfect match for our project. Definitely one of the best volunteers we had here. She helped us with wood planing, sanding and painting and she did a wonderful job! She is very skilled with various tasks, very handy, tidy, curious to learn (she also plastered and painted:) Dedicated.… read more
(Excellent)
12 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Tabea) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I enjoyed it very much. :) Marek answered my request very fast and was very nice and polite from the beginning to the end. He made me feel welcomed the second I arrived. He even picked me up from the trainstation on a sunday, when I came back from my exkursion, because it was raining. Also, Banská… read more
6 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Robbie) for host
Me and Jules stayed with Marek for 3 weeks, I wish we knew how much fun we would have, so that we could planned for a longer trip.
It's was easily one of my favourite workaways. We were renovating the kitchen with two other volunteers, it was good fun & hard work but with enough jokes and loud music to sing with the time flied and jobs were done… read more
It's was easily one of my favourite workaways. We were renovating the kitchen with two other volunteers, it was good fun & hard work but with enough jokes and loud music to sing with the time flied and jobs were done… read more
11 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Robbie)
Robbie together with his girlfriend Julia helped us to make a great difference while being here for three weeks. Robbie is very committed, friendly and hardworking person. He comes with ideas and takes initiative. He did more than expected. He is truly experienced in building and renovating, but most important of all he is very motivated to get… read more
(Excellent)
18 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Eimhin & Alice)
I am very thankful for having Alice and Ewan at our house in Banská Štiavnica. They are really lovely people with insightful ideas, hardworking and intelligent. We made an enourmous progress with the kitchen area due to their strong commitment, patience and skills. They both helped us more than it was expected. I enjoyed very much the time we… read more
(Excellent)
17 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Eimhin & Alice) for host
Alice and I volunteered with Marek in Banska Stiavnica for about two and a half weeks. We had such an amazing time here. For a start the house is beautifully situated, in the middle of a picturesque town with views overlooking hills, castles and church spires from each window. There is lots of things to do in the area - nice bars and tea houses, a… read more
11 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia came to our place with her boyfriend Robbie. She is very enthusiastic and motivated to improve things around her. She did a great job while plastering walls, she cooked, kept the place tidy, she helped us with making the concrete floor, piping, carrying stuff.. but most of all she was very motivated to bring the change about. She always… read more
(Excellent)
23 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Judith)
Judith is a charming young girl, whereas her skills and general knowledge surpasses her age. She is keen to learn, initiative and creative. She helped along with laying bricks, plastering, painting, gardening, preparing fire wood, not to mention she is a great cook, and helped to keep the house tidy. I can definitely recommend her.
(Excellent)
21 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host
The house of marek and Adam is a gorgeous place to stay. I lived two months in this beautiful town Štiavnica. Working with Marek is a cultural and creative enrichment. I learnt about renovation work and had time for creativity as well. It was very restful to visit the meadow, even when we worked there... Marek offers cultural events for evenings… read more
20 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul & Stacy)
Paul stayed four weeks with us. He is great painter, artist - designed and painted a fresco, which nicely corresponds with the génius of the house. He is well-mannered, friendly person with creative ideas, self-initiative, skilled at masonry and woodwork. He was of great help while here with us.
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Paul & Stacy) for host
What to write about this amazing journey at the house of Marek and Adam... Well, let's say it what my first experience in workaway, but that was definitly the best trip abroad! it's perhaps better to put randomly some things i have enjoyed the most, and there are many:
- making a wall painting (fresco) style art déco by request of Marek
-… read more
- making a wall painting (fresco) style art déco by request of Marek
-… read more
18 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Roman) for host
With Marek I spent 10 days on the project in beautiful Banská Štiavnica. Marek as host is perfect. Work on the project was thanks to him joyfully, whatever I was doing liked me and I did it with love. Marek not only during working hours but also after work always came up with activities that we enjoyed the surroundings and the time spent with them… read more
3 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Roman)
Roman is an hardworking, open-minded and tolerant individual with a sense to invent things and bring about interesting ideas. He helped with many things initiatively and is a great vegan cook!
He is an harmonious person and will always be welcomed at our place.
He is an harmonious person and will always be welcomed at our place.
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura & Wills)
Laura and Wills are wonderful people and the time with them was an enriching experience. They are hardworking, insightfull guys and with their great help, we made a tangible progress with the project. I have also very much enjoyed the discussions we had. They will always be welcomed at our place!
(Excellent)
2 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Wills) for host
Above all, for us, this was an intense experience! However, intense experiences are often some of the best and for us this was one of those. The project had just got underway when we arrived and so the living conditions were a little challenging. However, we worked with Marek to finish the workawayers' room which is now cozy.
Marek is simply a… read more
Marek is simply a… read more
