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May 2025 update: we're currently looking for volunteers to help us out short-term (end of May, beginning of June?) with shearing alpacas, cleaning up the finca, and some maintenance work (e.g. painting, clearing brushes, etc). Might turn into a house sitting gig if you're open to that!
We are Axel (Dutch) and Sandrine (from Belgium), and we moved to Spain to live a simple life - working for ourselves, growing our own food, spending more time doing meaningful or fun things.
Our property is 3,65 hectares (9 acres) with about 50 olive trees, 200 almond trees, and a few other fruit & nut trees. We have 2 alpacas and a cat - as well as a veggie garden. (our dog passed away recently and so did our last chickens - but we might have gotten new ones by the time you read this :-))
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Interests
Pets
Sustainability
Technology
Farming
Charity work
Writing
Plant care
Photography
Music
Languages
Gardening
Carpentry
Cooking & food
Books
Animals
Mountain
Nature
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We're happy to share our skills, knowledge and experience with you, and hope for the same in return.
Axel has worked in sound, light and climate control - here in Spain, he turned into an expert builder (both traditional building with stones from the land, and carpentry) and is into the technical side of living off the grid (alternative power and such).
I (Sandrine) run my own online marketing agency from home (online). I love helping small business owners and digital nomads in their business ventures, and I love to share that expertise with our guests too.
I love cooking and baking with local and seasonal produce and have a permaculture design certificate.
We love to share what we know with our guests, and hope to learn many things from you as well. Especially new recipes!
We speak Dutch / Flemish with each other, but English when others are around. We both speak some Spanish, French, and German - but writing in English is easier for me.
If you come here to work with us on a project: we make sure there are snacks/food and fruit during work + a full meal after work. On off days, we tend to keep to ourselves but do provide you with everything you need to make your own meals.
That being said, there are also regular opportunities to do stuff together - from alpaca shearing and pruning trees in spring to almond and olive harvest later in the year... and hopefully BBQs and drinks with friends over the summer!
If you come here for house sitting: we don't provide you with food directly, but of course you're welcome to fruit and vegetables from the garden, eggs from the chickens, and basics (flours, rice, beans, pasta, etc) from the pantry.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
THIS IS FOR YOU IF
- You have a positive attitude and hands-on mentality, you're not afraid to get your hands (and feet) dirty, and you would like to experience off-grid life - and maybe start a project of your own one day
- You’re not afraid to speak your mind, ask questions and communicate in a positive and open way.
- You speak either English, Dutch or Spanish fluently. We find it difficult to communicate about work and safety if there isn’t at least a language in common.
- You are respectful of other people's property and clean up after yourself
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Please be aware that we're 10 minutes by car from the nearest (tiny) village - this is not a place to come if you want to be around people or need a vibrant nightlife. To get around, you need a car (non-negotiable) for emergencies and shopping.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Our house was originally built as a bed & breakfast with 3 bedrooms and 2 en-suite bathrooms; that's where you'll be staying, whether you're house sitting or helping out. The rooms have a stunning view of the mountains and almond trees :-)
What else ...
We are between Lledo and Cretas, in Aragon - close to Catalunya, and about 2 hours by car from Barcelona airport.
There are plenty of things to do around here if you like nature: hiking in the national park (or in the hills around here), cycle the Via Verde, or visit the local villages and castles. There’s ibex, vultures and other wildlife. In the nearby village of Cretas, you can rent bikes or book a more adventurous way of exploring Els Sports: kayaking, horseback riding, climbing, “multi-adventure”.
This is not the place for you if you need a vibrant nightlife.
We believe good (two-sided) communication is key to you having a good stay here.
When applying, please mention
- What languages you speak
- If you're not travelling alone - names and ages of everyone in your party
- Your mode of transportation
- When you'll be (or won't be) available
(about 90% of people who contact us haven't read all of our profile, and don't bother answering these questions. Please take the time to do this, so you know what you're applying for - and we know you've read this :-))
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I used to be a digital nomad myself, and now run my own online marketing business from home. We've got a solid internet connection + good wifi connection in the guest living room.
Space for parking camper vans
Access to our property can be a little more challenging in winter or when it's just rained, but we've got a couple of great parking spots with amazing views on the property.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Ricky & Paco (alpacas)
Tom
Host ref number: 425112938112
Feedback (27)
26 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Justine)
If we could give Justine & Sarah 6 stars, we would! They stay here for a couple of weeks while we were visiting family abroad, and they were the perfect house sitters. The cat & dog loved them (and that love clearly went both ways), the garden, chickens, and alpacas were very well taken care of - they even got around to do a couple of random… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Justine) for host
We had such a good time at Sandrine and Axel’s house with Jabba, Tom, Ricki, Paco, George and The Chickens. We housesat for 3 weeks and had a few days crossover at the beginning and the end where we could get to know Axel and Sandrine, and learn how to care for the animals and the plants. We learnt from Sandrine about raising a vegetable plant… read more
22 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maarten & Fenna)
Maarten & Fenna were a dream to have around!
They were eager to learn, picked up new things quickly, and worked independently when needed.
They pruned almond trees, cleaned up the fields, prepared LOTS of firewood for the winter, repaired/rebuilt a stone staircase, cleaned up the very messy backyard (now all our gardening equipment is back in… read more
They were eager to learn, picked up new things quickly, and worked independently when needed.
They pruned almond trees, cleaned up the fields, prepared LOTS of firewood for the winter, repaired/rebuilt a stone staircase, cleaned up the very messy backyard (now all our gardening equipment is back in… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maarten & Fenna) for host
Our first workaway experience was with Axel and Sandrine, and it has been a great and educational stay! They are very kind and generous hosts. We enjoyed their attitude and approach to workaway. The work we had to do was fun, consisted of a fair workload, was varying and in good thought of the skills we wanted to develop. And although we mostly… read more
14 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Renata & Wanja) for host
Overall amazing experience *****
We were housesitting for Sandrine and Axel while they were away, and it was the best first Workaway experience anyone can wish for! They were helpful, kind and greeted us into their home with open arms.
We worked some in their garden and we got to harvest olives with friends. We also cared for their animals:… read more
We were housesitting for Sandrine and Axel while they were away, and it was the best first Workaway experience anyone can wish for! They were helpful, kind and greeted us into their home with open arms.
We worked some in their garden and we got to harvest olives with friends. We also cared for their animals:… read more
14 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Renata & Wanja)
It was great having Renata & Wanja here! They did some house-sitting while we went on a road trip and we felt super confident leaving our off-grid home and animals (alpacas, chickens, dog and cat) in their hands. It felt great coming home to a bunch of happy animals, a clean home, and good food. While we were away, they even got to harvest… read more
(Excellent
)
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26 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Justine)
If we could give Justine & Sarah 6 stars, we would! They stay here for a couple of weeks while we were visiting family abroad, and they were the perfect house sitters. The cat & dog loved them (and that love clearly went both ways), the garden, chickens, and alpacas were very well taken care of - they even got around to do a couple of random… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Justine) for host
We had such a good time at Sandrine and Axel’s house with Jabba, Tom, Ricki, Paco, George and The Chickens. We housesat for 3 weeks and had a few days crossover at the beginning and the end where we could get to know Axel and Sandrine, and learn how to care for the animals and the plants. We learnt from Sandrine about raising a vegetable plant… read more
22 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maarten & Fenna)
Maarten & Fenna were a dream to have around!
They were eager to learn, picked up new things quickly, and worked independently when needed.
They pruned almond trees, cleaned up the fields, prepared LOTS of firewood for the winter, repaired/rebuilt a stone staircase, cleaned up the very messy backyard (now all our gardening equipment is back in… read more
They were eager to learn, picked up new things quickly, and worked independently when needed.
They pruned almond trees, cleaned up the fields, prepared LOTS of firewood for the winter, repaired/rebuilt a stone staircase, cleaned up the very messy backyard (now all our gardening equipment is back in… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maarten & Fenna) for host
Our first workaway experience was with Axel and Sandrine, and it has been a great and educational stay! They are very kind and generous hosts. We enjoyed their attitude and approach to workaway. The work we had to do was fun, consisted of a fair workload, was varying and in good thought of the skills we wanted to develop. And although we mostly… read more
14 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Renata & Wanja) for host
Overall amazing experience *****
We were housesitting for Sandrine and Axel while they were away, and it was the best first Workaway experience anyone can wish for! They were helpful, kind and greeted us into their home with open arms.
We worked some in their garden and we got to harvest olives with friends. We also cared for their animals:… read more
We were housesitting for Sandrine and Axel while they were away, and it was the best first Workaway experience anyone can wish for! They were helpful, kind and greeted us into their home with open arms.
We worked some in their garden and we got to harvest olives with friends. We also cared for their animals:… read more
14 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Renata & Wanja)
It was great having Renata & Wanja here! They did some house-sitting while we went on a road trip and we felt super confident leaving our off-grid home and animals (alpacas, chickens, dog and cat) in their hands. It felt great coming home to a bunch of happy animals, a clean home, and good food. While we were away, they even got to harvest… read more
(Excellent)
14 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie was here for a couple of weeks in August as we were visiting family back north.
She was great and we felt confident leaving our animals with her - and she got lots of stuff done while we were away, like trimming grass and demolishing an old shed etc.
Marie is proactive, positive, kind and generally a fun person to be around. Highly… read more
She was great and we felt confident leaving our animals with her - and she got lots of stuff done while we were away, like trimming grass and demolishing an old shed etc.
Marie is proactive, positive, kind and generally a fun person to be around. Highly… read more
(Excellent)
5 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I was for housesitting at Sandrine and axels finca.
the timing could not have been better,
I had everything and more than I needed. :)
the place is reeeally quiet (except when the rooster is there, haha) but I knew that and I felt very good there.
thanks to both of you
the timing could not have been better,
I had everything and more than I needed. :)
the place is reeeally quiet (except when the rooster is there, haha) but I knew that and I felt very good there.
thanks to both of you
18 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Linnea)
Linnea & August stayed with us for a couple of weeks in October, and we couldn't have wished for nicer people to help us out! They were always positive, open to a lot of different things, and fun to be around.
They harvested almonds, helped us clean out the basement (and get it ready for the future brewery!), dug ditches to prepare for big… read more
They harvested almonds, helped us clean out the basement (and get it ready for the future brewery!), dug ditches to prepare for big… read more
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Linnea) for host
We spent 2 weeks with Axel and Sandrine. Their home is located in one of the most beautiful places, with a view of clouds rolling over the mountain. We got to stay very comfortably with our own floor basically, nice bed, bathroom and a well equipped kitchen. We could live pretty independently there. The first week we harvested almonds, which we… read more
27 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Wilco & Janine)
Wilco & Janine were only here for a short time; their stay was cut short by the announcement of heavy weather. As there was nothing they could have done here for the next week or more, they moved on to sunnier pastures :-)
While they were here, they helped with building raised beds for the garden and did odd jobs in the kitchen and outside. They… read more
While they were here, they helped with building raised beds for the garden and did odd jobs in the kitchen and outside. They… read more
(Very good)
27 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Fatma & Onur)
Fatma and Onur are lovely people, willing to help with anything & eager to learn. They were thorough and punctual, and had a very positive vibe. Our door will always be open to them :-)
(Very good)
14 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Fatma & Onur) for host
We have spent a week with Sandrine and Axel. Since it was almond season, first two days we picked almonds. When we finished with the almond trees, we started helping with other farm works. We dug the soil for fence poles and then finished the fence, flatten the soil for cement (thanks for the patience Axel while teaching :), prepared to room for… read more
25 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie & Gabriel)
Of all the volunteers we've hosted so far (quite a few), Nathalie and Gabriel were among our favourites. Positive and hands-on, hard working and generous with their time, and fun to be around. We think back of the time we spent with them fondly, and were truly sorry to see them go!
We felt confident leaving them while we travelled abroad to visit… read more
We felt confident leaving them while we travelled abroad to visit… read more
(Excellent)
21 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nathalie & Gabriel) for host
Beautiful location, amazing animals, great community and most of all, lovely and generous hosts!
We spent 3 weeks at here, with a mix of housesitting and volunteering. On arrival we were greeted by the generous and friendly Sandrine and Axel (and Jabba, Jinx and Joe!), we spent many nights playing games and chatting in the evenings together – we… read more
We spent 3 weeks at here, with a mix of housesitting and volunteering. On arrival we were greeted by the generous and friendly Sandrine and Axel (and Jabba, Jinx and Joe!), we spent many nights playing games and chatting in the evenings together – we… read more
24 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ellis & Kris)
We loved having Ellis & Kris here. They brought a positive vibe with us, were friendly and respectful, easygoing and hard working. We had a week together before we left for a family-visiting trip, and got lots of small things done in that time (plus the 4 tonnes of hay!). We were away for two weeks and came home to a clean home with happy animals… read more
(Excellent)
21 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ellis & Kris) for host
We spent a total of 3 weeks here, one week of volunteering & exploring and then 2 weeks house sitting while Axel and Sandrine went away to sell their delicious olive oil.
For the first week we helped with a variety of tasks which included us joining Axel to help their neighbours load 4 tonnes of hay into 2 vans (which was hilarious and everyone… read more
For the first week we helped with a variety of tasks which included us joining Axel to help their neighbours load 4 tonnes of hay into 2 vans (which was hilarious and everyone… read more
4 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)
I can't believe I never left you any feedback, Pete. So sorry about that!
Anyway, months have passed since and Axel still talks about you. You've been such a tremendous help building the stable - the alpacas have arrived a few weeks after you left. You were also the perfect volunteer, as far as we're concerned; never complaining, fun and… read more
Anyway, months have passed since and Axel still talks about you. You've been such a tremendous help building the stable - the alpacas have arrived a few weeks after you left. You were also the perfect volunteer, as far as we're concerned; never complaining, fun and… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host
Wow, beautiful, peaceful and green. Loved the maset and had a constructive couple of weeks with the ace Axel and super Sandrine. Hope all goes well when the Alpacas arrive!
7 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Steffen & Laura)
If we could give Laura & Pietz 5 smileys, we would. These two were great to have around - first for about a month, and then they came back... unfortunately their trip was cut short so they didn't stay as long the second time.
What's to tell... First of all, they are great company. We had lengthy conversations about all things life... They're… read more
What's to tell... First of all, they are great company. We had lengthy conversations about all things life... They're… read more
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Bridget) for host
I came with two friends, Kynlee and Anna, and we all agree Sandrine and Axel were the best hosts for our first workaway! We arrived late at night and they picked us up from our bus stop. Their property was absolutely beautiful. The land and view there was so calming and peaceful, it really is an honor to be there. More importantly, they are some… read more
1 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Bridget)
Bridget came here with Kynlee and Anna and we truly loved having them here! They are fun and easy going, not picky and not afraid of any kind of work. Their experience in the tasks at hand was non-existent, but they made up for it with their enthusiasm and their will to learn new things. We didn't usually have to tell or show them things twice.… read more
(Very good)
1 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Kynlee & Annamarie)
Kynlee and Anna came here with Bridget, and we truly loved having the three of them here. They're a good group; they work together well, they're fun and easy going, not picky and not afraid of any kind of work. Their experience in the tasks at hand was non-existent, but they made up for it with their enthusiasm and their will to learn new things.… read more
(Very good)
19 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Annick & Rémi) for host
We arrived at Sandrine and Axel’s place in the evening. They were kind enough to pick us up. Once we arrived, we immediately felt the atmosphere. There were workers already present for some time. The discussion revolved around insides stories that were not understood. The next days, we found it difficult to integrate us. Language was a barrier.… read more
19 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Annick & Rémi)
Rémi and Annick are super sweet, kind, polite and serviceable people.
Basically, I think they didn't quite know what they were getting into. We were looking for people to help us build a terrace wall - the online information sheet I sent them also said they should bring extra shoes that could take the mud. Sadly, they didn't have suitable… read more
Basically, I think they didn't quite know what they were getting into. We were looking for people to help us build a terrace wall - the online information sheet I sent them also said they should bring extra shoes that could take the mud. Sadly, they didn't have suitable… read more
(Neutral)
19 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)
Ah, where to start.
Sam is a real catch in every sense of the word. He's a great cook, hard worker, fun to be around and easy to talk to. We enjoyed his stories from Chicago and from his travels in Spain, his experiments in the kitchen and game nights - and Axel got a few guitar playing tricks from him.
Sam (and the other volunteers who came… read more
Sam is a real catch in every sense of the word. He's a great cook, hard worker, fun to be around and easy to talk to. We enjoyed his stories from Chicago and from his travels in Spain, his experiments in the kitchen and game nights - and Axel got a few guitar playing tricks from him.
Sam (and the other volunteers who came… read more
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Noor & Patrick)
Patrick and Noor were very independent and creative, and so many things got done while they were here. They built Axel a workbench from used pallets, made a coffee table from an old wine barrel, pruned and cleaned up a lot of almond trees, helped building a stone wall and probably much more I'm forgetting.
They immediately made the volunteers'… read more
They immediately made the volunteers'… read more
(Very good)
27 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (rubybox) for host
We had such a beautiful 2 weeks volunteering with Sandrine & Axel, and have so many great memories of our time with them. They are both incredibly kind, welcoming, wise and generous people. We were inspired by their enthusiasm and energy! Their house and land is stunning and we felt very much at peace there.
We really enjoyed the work we did… read more
We really enjoyed the work we did… read more
27 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (rubybox)
Ruby and Mario are among the nicest people we've had on our farm in the last year. Always on time, happy to help out with anything, polite and quiet. They would always ask if they were unsure about how to do something and delivered perfect work - they formed a great team. They did a LOT of grouting; Ruby helped out in housekeeping while Mario… read more
(Very good)
6 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Pariz & Matthew) for host
We feel truly lucky that we were able to stay and help at Axel and Sandrine's place! They are fantastic people, very friendly and helpful, who are both passionate about the life they are building on their beautiful farm. We were excited to learn about and try almond harvesting for the first time and we also helped out around the house where it was… read more
27 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Pariz & Matthew)
Pariz & Matt were much more than we could ever have hoped for. They came to help out with grape harvest, but as it happens they ended up to do a very big part of our almond harvest. They also did some housekeeping, and Matt helped Axel start digging out the wine cellar. They had a very positive attitude, were friendly and polite, could work… read more
(Excellent)
24 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Reiniera & Francesco) for host
We had a fantastic two weeks with these guys. Being our first work away experience we had no idea what to expect, and nothing to compare it too. But in such a short period of time we learnt so so much, from how to prune trees & grapevines, to how to build a set of beautiful and unique stairs, build chicken coups, grout, and just generally enjoy… read more
23 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Reiniera & Francesco)
We really loved having Reinie & Francesco here - they were both relaxed and laid back, but at the same time very hard working and up for anything. They helped us out tremendously with plenty of things - from installing a new chicken run to painting fences, building beautiful stairs to the guest area, pruning almond trees, mulching the garden,...… read more
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sigurd Øster)
We loved having Sigurd over; he was friendly and polite, motivated to help out with anything, would show initiative and spoke up when necessary (which is a trait we love here). He was here at the same time as 2 crazy English girls, and we / they had a lot of fun together - going out to the river to swim or to local fiestas... or on his own (after… read more
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Cindy)
It was good having Cindy over! She was always smiling and motivated, happy to do anything we asked and more. She was a tremendous help tidying up the maset (which is the converted stable the Workawayers use to cook / lounge), helped out with readying the guest rooms; she even made pretty pictures of them for our website and Facebook page.
Cindy… read more
Cindy… read more
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jiri & Iva)
We were very happy when Jiri and Iva contacted us, as our previous workawayers had to leave early due to personal circumstances and we still had a few jobs to finish last minute.
Jiri was hard working, enthusiastic and motivated, and Axel enjoyed working with him. Although Jiri had Skype interviews most mornings (which is when we actually do… read more
Jiri was hard working, enthusiastic and motivated, and Axel enjoyed working with him. Although Jiri had Skype interviews most mornings (which is when we actually do… read more
(Neutral)
27 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sigrid & Astrid)
I was enthusiastic as soon as I saw Sigrid & Astrid's profile - and reality was even better. Both of them are friendly, polite, hardworking, easygoing and fun to be around. I'll never forget Astrids chickpea-flour-pancakes or Astrids delicious hummus (we had a lot of chickpeas during the time they were here). And the girls cracked whole kilos of… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Radmary) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and I could not think of any better way to have started my travels! From the moment, Axel and Sandrine, picked me up from the local cafe, I knew my experience would be delightful. In my 3 weeks here, I learned how to grout, properly care for a garden, cook with local ingredients and for a large quantity of… read more
26 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Radmary)
If there was a way to give more than 4 smileys, I would. Radmary is a truly exceptional person, and it was a joy to have her here for (only) 3 weeks.
Radmary came to us in a moment when our life was chaos: the construction of our house was months behind, we had a wedding party to prepare for, and we had guests from abroad for a big part of the… read more
Radmary came to us in a moment when our life was chaos: the construction of our house was months behind, we had a wedding party to prepare for, and we had guests from abroad for a big part of the… read more
(Excellent)
26 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel)
Daniel came into our lives at a stressful time (finishing the construction of our house & preparing for our wedding party), but he has helped making it so much easier for us!
Daniel was always smiling, never complained, had a very positive and happy vibe and was very eager to learn and enthusiastic about everything we asked him to do. Which was… read more
Daniel was always smiling, never complained, had a very positive and happy vibe and was very eager to learn and enthusiastic about everything we asked him to do. Which was… read more
(Excellent)
4 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah & Eoghan)
Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
26 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rayna) for host
We stayed with Sandrine and Axle for just over 2 weeks and had a great time! They are generous and friendly hosts who make you feel welcome and comfortable. I enjoyed the work we did: cleaning up around the land, bed prepping, chicken chasing, stone masonry and more. The weather was a bit uncooperative so we did spend more time inside then we… read more
21 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rayna)
Alta, Esme and Rayna spent a little over 2 weeks at our place, and we'd recommend this trio to anyone! They were clean, polite, helpful, always in a good mood and never complained about anything. And although they're quite young, we didn't really feel an age difference in conversations - between the 3 of them, they also have an good set of skills… read more
(Excellent)
21 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Esmé)
Alta, Esme and Rayna spent a little over 2 weeks at our place, and we'd recommend this trio to anyone! They were clean, polite, helpful, always in a good mood and never complained about anything. And although they're quite young, we didn't really feel an age difference in conversations - between the 3 of them, they also have an good set of skills… read more
(Excellent)
21 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alta & Sienna)
Alta, Esme and Rayna spent a little over 2 weeks at our place, and we'd recommend this trio to anyone! They were clean, polite, helpful, always in a good mood and never complained about anything. And although they're quite young, we didn't really feel an age difference in conversations - between the 3 of them, they also have an good set of skills… read more
(Excellent)
9 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Katerina) for host
Staying at Sandrine and Axel's was great! I was treated very well there and enjoyed every bit of it. It was fun to be around a couple with such a different personalities! Sandrine is very caring and will try to do her best to make you feel compfortable. Axel's purely amsterdamish sence of humour will always make you laugh. What I really… read more
7 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Katerina)
Kate came here a few days after Sarah arrived, and it was great to see them getting along so well. They hiked (once through a snowstorm even), cycled, hitch-hiked and chatted a lot. Kate is a positive presence in the house: always humming, laughing out loud, participating in every conversation,... She's is very easy to work with; here she mainly… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ciaran) for host
Paradise in mataranya is a very apt description of what Axel and Sandrine are working hard to create. I spent a few weeks working with them before Christmas. Then came back upon my own request after some more exploration. Their house is stunning and the land is incredibly beautiful. I found them both to be extremely interesting intelligent and… read more
1 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ciaran)
It was great having Ciaran here! He worked relentlessly - mainly building stone stairs between terraces with another workawayer. In his own time he made us a beautiful wooden dragon...
He's also a great cook; he made a delightful Irish stew from some wild boar meat we got.
Ciaran was always enthusiastic, clean, fun to be around, and always up… read more
He's also a great cook; he made a delightful Irish stew from some wild boar meat we got.
Ciaran was always enthusiastic, clean, fun to be around, and always up… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah's two and a half weeks here went by in a flash... we had a really good time with her! It clicked from the start and she is a fun person to be around, shows initiative, very helpful, doesn't complain about the work that needs doing, and there was never a dull moment with her. In her free time she went on hikes and bike rides to the village… read more
(Excellent)
4 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
After just spending about three weeks with Sandrine and Axel I can honestly say that I had an amazing experience staying with them. They are both lovely people, with very different personalities, who balance each other out. Sandrine is lovely and very caring, she likes to have a plan! She is great to talk to and has loads of stories she'll share… read more
2 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Yuan Ni) for host
Sandrine and Axel are wonderful hosts! I am grateful to be given the chance to work with them and realise their dream. I've worked with a few hosts before them and I must say work is meaningful with comfortable accommodation. Not only that, Sandrine cooks good food and Axel is a patient teacher. I learnt to build stone walls, some gardening, help… read more
10 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Yuan Ni)
Yuanni was a joy to have around! She is always smiling / laughing / giggling at something, and brightens up the atmosphere. Yuanni would tackle any task without complaining and cooked us the most wonderful Malaysian meal (with ingredients mostly imported from Thailand ;-) ). Yuanni, we wish you all the best and hope you'll be able to come back and… read more
(Excellent)
11 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lauren & Thomas) for host
We arrived at Sandrine and Axel’s to a very warm welcome from Sandrine, the house where they live, 10 minutes from the finca, is beautiful with spectacular views over the national park and our room was perfect. We then drove to the finca to pick up Axel who was at first was not so warm. The dogs Jabba and Jinks are really fun and the cat Joey was… read more
10 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren & Thomas)
Lauren and Tommy were only here for less than 2 days, but they were both very friendly, polite and hard workers. They also cooked us this amazing soup... Their review would have had 4 smilies, if they hadn't left us very abruptly. Lauren and Tommy, we understand your reasons for leaving but if you ever are in the same situation again, maybe you'd… read more
(Very good)
10 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Darren) for host
Sandrine and Axel were excellent hosts. They were clear about the expectations, fair with working hours and generous with food and facilities. The national park near the finca spectacular for hiking, especially if you like going off trail. It was very rewarding to have a dependable daily routine and to have time off to focus on personal projects… read more
10 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Darren)
Darren was a good addition to the team, he worked hard and left some nice things behind :-) He would spend most of his free time hiking, biking, cooking and baking or behind his computer... Darren, we wish you all the best in the future - hope you'll get to build the tiny house of your dreams :-)
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Cody)
Cody was quiet and friendly - he kept to himself and stayed in his bedroom most of the time outside work and lunchtime, but he worked hard and was very easy and laid back.
(Very good)
3 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
I had a great workaway experience at Sandrine and Axel’s. They are open, friendly and generous people. I felt welcome at their home from the first day. We had fantastic food together and even two outdoor barbecues in December! The two dogs are lovely and very entertaining. Work mainly was pruning trees, building stone stairs, repairing terrace… read more
21 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
It was a joy to have Lisa around! She would help out whenever she could, work hard at the land, and she seemed to always be in a good mood.
Lisa helped us with pruning trees, building stone stairs between terraces, repairing terrace walls and smaller chores like picking olives, cleaning the chicken coop, helping out around the house,...
We… read more
Lisa helped us with pruning trees, building stone stairs between terraces, repairing terrace walls and smaller chores like picking olives, cleaning the chicken coop, helping out around the house,...
We… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas & Mathilde)
Having Nicolas & Mathilde here was great! They are very relaxed and helpful - and fun to be around. Mathilde is a great cook - she made us an excellent quiche and far (dessert from Bretagne). They worked hard: Mathilde did a lot of pruning and weeding, Nicolas mainly worked on stone stairs with another workawayer.
We even asked them to stay a… read more
We even asked them to stay a… read more
(Excellent)
27 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nicolas & Mathilde) for host
It was our first Workaway experience with Axel & Sandrine. We couldn't find better! We felt cumfortable very quickly with them and the dogs and cat! They included us in their everyday life, and we learned a lot on the local life and surroundings! They are passioneted by their project. The work was interesting and varied, the rythm was perfect!… read more
21 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcella & Eric )
Marcella and Eric are very nice, quiet and friendly people. Marcella would always be offering to help out in the house, and together with another workawayer they made us an excellent risotto!
Marcella and Eric helped out building stairs for terraces, repairing a terrace wall and collecting stones for building those stairs and walls with. There… read more
Marcella and Eric helped out building stairs for terraces, repairing a terrace wall and collecting stones for building those stairs and walls with. There… read more
(Very good)
31 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Max)
Max only stayed with us for a week, but loads got done in that time. He helped Axel and another workawayer with building an entrance to the cellar, and reinforcing the inside of that cellar.
Max is a very friendly, polite, easy-going and hard-working guy and we really enjoyed our time with him. We hope his time here helped him to acquire a bit… read more
Max is a very friendly, polite, easy-going and hard-working guy and we really enjoyed our time with him. We hope his time here helped him to acquire a bit… read more
(Excellent)
28 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Max) for host
Axel and Sandrine are fantastic hosts,both welcoming and generous.I only stayed with them for 1 week but had a great time, they introduced me and the other workawayers to loads of interesting people in the area and were very fun, thanks again guys and good luck with the house!
31 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronique & Sys )
Veronique and Laurent stayed with us only for a short week, but loads got done in that time.
Laurent was a very attentive and hard working student - Axel taught him some basic masonry, and he mainly worked at the entrance to our cellar.
As we were preparing the finca for winter, Veronique got tons of small chores - cleaning up the garden,… read more
Laurent was a very attentive and hard working student - Axel taught him some basic masonry, and he mainly worked at the entrance to our cellar.
As we were preparing the finca for winter, Veronique got tons of small chores - cleaning up the garden,… read more
(Very good)
1 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Frank & Anne) for host
We had a wonderful first workaway experience during our two week stay with Sandrine, Axel Jabba and Jinx (their two lovely dogs). They were very welcoming and made us feel very much at home in their beautiful finca. Anne and I spent our mornings doing various tasks like harvesting almonds, building stairs (according to old traditional techniques)… read more
30 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Frank & Anne)
Frank and Anne were here for 2 weeks - and we're missing them already, as they really put a stamp on the place! They shared with us the joys of vegetarian cooking, helped us build stairs between terraces and pathways, harvested acorns for the pigs and blackberries for wine, planted and re-planted some fruit trees, helped us brainstorm for… read more
(Excellent)
16 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael & Steffi)
Michael and Steffi were our first workawayers, and it was a great experience! They are both friendly, polite, easy going and helpful. They did a variety of things - cleaning up the vegetable patch, lots of digging, some tree pruning, even a bit of masonry. They also saw what needed to be done (small chores, cleaning up) and did it without us… read more
(Excellent)
15 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Michael & Steffi) for host
Sandrine and Axel are great hosts. We had great food (almost always including those amazing zuchinis) and Axel was always very fair with the work and allowed us to work within our interests and also allowed us to spend some time learning new skills, even though it was slow progress. Thank you both for the opportunity and we wish you all the best… read more
