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***Harvest continues through July and August. Come experience the complete coffee process from plant to cup while immersed in rich nature. Couples or two travel partners work best and please send social media references if not already listed on your profile. Please message us to introduce yourselves!***
Our property is small-scale one hectare family owned and operated specialty coffee hobby farm located at an ideal altitude of 1675m/5500ft in La Carolina Parish in northern Imbabura Province. Imbabura was the recently approved as a World Geopark by UNSECO. The farm sits along the banks of the cascading Cascajal River on the Western Andean Slope in a cloud forest climate. Visitors will enjoy the soothing sound of the mountain river and waterfall for every minute of their stay.
The coffee is mainly sold to the North American and European expat community in the Cotacachi. We are a family of four with young adult children. Please note that though we are just off the main road this is fairly remote farm with all basic services including WiFi but no cellular signal. We now live at the farm full time so will be there with you to assist in coffee training and other projects.
This is an ideal situation if you are looking for an opportunity that offers working in a tranquil retreat close to nature and learning all about the washed coffee process. If you don't have Host Feedback on you profile yet please send us some social media references from FB, IG, Twitter, LinkedIn to help us make a determination when you message us.
Please message with questions!
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Práctica de idiomas
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Ayuda en una granja
Ayuda doméstica
Mantenimiento general
Intereses
Deportes de invierno
Animales
Arte y diseño
Idiomas
Trabajo de caridad
Política / justicia social
Autodesarrollo
Sostenibilidad
Agricultura
Cultura
Cuidado de plantas
Fotografía
Música
Jardinería
Bricolaje y manualidades
Cocina y alimentación
Carpintería
Arquitectura
Actividades al aire libre
Naturaleza
Montaña
Senderismo
Ciclismo
Deportes de aventura
Objetivos de sostenibilidad de las NU que intenta conseguir este anfitrión
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Learn the complete coffee process from pick to cup while tackling coffee and farm maintenance tasks. You will learn all about the coffee process even if its off harvest season and get a first hand experience of everything that goes into a cup of cafe.
Purchase raw milk from local and small scale dairy farmers that pass by the property every morning. Recommended to boil prior to consumption and make your own butter from the milk fat.
As a former Peace Corps volunteer we value the opportunity to give back and exchange customs and ideas with local communities. Spending time at the Finca is a great way to immerse oneself and learn agricultural tips from the locals as well as teach them about where you come from.
Proyectos con niños
En este proyecto podría haber niños. Para obtener más información, consulta nuestras directrices y consejos aquí.
Ayuda
Wide range of coffee farm activities including harvesting and post harvest processing of beans and general farm maintenance activities including weed control, trail upkeep, garden maintenance etc. We also have unlimited ongoing construction and improvement projects that we need help with so carpentry and building skills are a plus especially during off-harvest months.
Our peak harvest season runs March-July.
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Español: Fluido
Portugués: Fluido
Alojamiento
This is a remote farm that is right off a secondary road 10.5 km from the closest pavement. There is a 1BR farm cabin that offers electricity, WiFi, running water, toilet & electric hot shower, washing machine, dryer, gas stove for cooking, full size fridge and full kitchen utensils. We can comfortably accommodate up to 4 volunteers during peak harvest (April-July) or 1-2 during off season. The cabin is set up with 1 full and 2 twin beds with optional netting to keep insects off you while you rest. Night insects are mostly moths and we seldom see mosquitos at 1650m but this is a subtropical cloud forest climate so there are many more bugs than in the highlands and as in most of Ecuador we have the no see um sand fleas that can bite during the daytime. Lightweight long sleeves are recommended for daytime and light jackets or rain gear at night.
There is a covered porch on the house which has an outdoor sink and counter space with running water making for a great place to lay in hammocks after a day of working . A 2-5 minute, 75-100 meter, uphill walk (130 steps) is required to reach the house from the parking area. All supplies, project materials, food and harvested coffee must be brought up to the cabin.
The climate is subtropical cloud forest so fog and damp conditions can roll in on you at anytime even during the driest months of July thru Sept and especially wetter months of Oct-June. The mornings and early afternoons are typically warm and sunny with clouds rolling in during the later afternoon. The evenings and night can be quite chilly so you will want a fleece type layer and or rain gear at night and sunrise.
Rubber boots are recommended and we keep common sizes at the cabin but if you prefer your own or if we don't have your size they should be purchased prior your arrival.
This is a great situation if you can handle 'glamping' (glamorous camping) conditions, don't mind working independently and love spending time in nature. There are an abundance of beautiful western slope Choco birds to admire and exotic insects will visit you at night being attracted to the shack's lighting. If you have a fear of insects or getting your hands dirty this probably isn't the ideal match for you.
FOOD: We provide potatoes, rice, pasta, bread, eggs, an abundance of fruits/veggies, filtered drinking water and of course roasted coffee from the farm (if in season). This will be delivered at the beginning of the stay and replenished as needed. We also provide basic cooking supplies and seasonings but if you want meat, cheese, olive oil, alcohol, sweets or specialty items/seasonings you will need to purchase and bring those. You can also enjoy an abundance of limes and bananas/plantains usually available for harvest right on the farm.
We have a 1100 liter reserve tank of water that is harvested off a pristine mountain stream which is used for all your needs.
The farm is located on the road from San Geronimo to Buenos Aires in Imbabura Province. San Geronimo is accessed on the road from Ibarra to Lita/San Lorenzo. The climate is very similar to that of mountains around Mindo, Pacto, Nangalito or anywhere on the slopes at 1600-1700m. You can find the road on Google Maps by searching Hosteria San Geronimo and looking for the secondary road that goes south from there. Public transport from Ibarra passes 50m from the farm's entrance.
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This is an ideal area for those who enjoy being in nature, bird watching or taking exploratory hikes with breathtaking views. The property features 100 meters of uncontaminated mountain stream and a 4m high waterfall so you are guaranteed to hear the soothing sound of rapids throughout the stay and even bathe in the river for those who like a refreshing dip on a warm day.
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Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
Puede acoger a nómadas digitales
The wifi is via satellite signal but is strong enough to handle phone calls via VoIP and video conferencing as long as others aren't streaming videos.
Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas
We have ample parking for any sized overland van or vehicle. The space is mostly shade and currently uncovered but building a carport is a potential improvement project for future volunteers.
Podría aceptar mascotas
Dogs preferred. We ask any volunteer with a dog(s) to overnight them outside and do not let inside the cabin or porch are as we have dander allergies. We can provide a kennel.
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
Más de dos
Mis animales / mascotas
Número de referencia de anfitrión: 599177644723
Comentarios (42)
26 jun 2025
Dejado por el workawayer (Rachael & Sam) para el anfitrión
We had the best experience volunteering on the coffee farm with William and Jessica, and highly recommend you come check this place out for yourself!
The cabin they provided was so comfy and had everything we needed, we cooked so many amazing healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the fully equipped kitchen, it felt like our second home by… read more
The cabin they provided was so comfy and had everything we needed, we cooked so many amazing healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the fully equipped kitchen, it felt like our second home by… read more
1 nov 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Kandjad)
Had so much fun hosting Kate and Josh. They helped us with so many projects and did a fantastic keeping up with the coffee. Kate is well rounded in her skillset, Josh is strong like a bull both enthusiastically accepting all tasks. They are funny, independent, highly tolerant and extremely thoughtful even bearing gifts after the first week and… read more
(Excelente
)
15 oct 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Kandjad) para el anfitrión
We spent three amazing weeks at Bill and Jessica's coffee farm, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! 🌿 The cabin was cozy, had all the essentials, and still made us feel close to nature. We got hands-on experience picking coffee cherries and taking them through the entire process up to drying the beans—such a fascinating journey!… read more
16 sept 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anna-Marie & Jakub)
Anna & Jakub were ideal volunteers and guests. Very grateful and positives vibes all around. They took pride in turning out top tier work delivering outstanding waves of coffee. Also, were great with taking care of the property and animals while we were out. Highly recommend!
(Excelente
)
13 sept 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Anna-Marie & Jakub) para el anfitrión
We loved getting to know the process of making coffee! Whole farm is amazing, it has beautiful scenery, you can watch many birds right in front of your house, pick the oranges or avocadoes right from the trees. Bill and Jessica were one of the most caring hosts we have ever met, they gave us so much fruits and vegetables, and as we prefer not to… read more
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(4.8)
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(5.0)
26 jun 2025
Dejado por el workawayer (Rachael & Sam) para el anfitrión
We had the best experience volunteering on the coffee farm with William and Jessica, and highly recommend you come check this place out for yourself!
The cabin they provided was so comfy and had everything we needed, we cooked so many amazing healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the fully equipped kitchen, it felt like our second home by… read more
The cabin they provided was so comfy and had everything we needed, we cooked so many amazing healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners in the fully equipped kitchen, it felt like our second home by… read more
1 nov 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Kandjad)
Had so much fun hosting Kate and Josh. They helped us with so many projects and did a fantastic keeping up with the coffee. Kate is well rounded in her skillset, Josh is strong like a bull both enthusiastically accepting all tasks. They are funny, independent, highly tolerant and extremely thoughtful even bearing gifts after the first week and… read more
(Excelente)
15 oct 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Kandjad) para el anfitrión
We spent three amazing weeks at Bill and Jessica's coffee farm, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience! 🌿 The cabin was cozy, had all the essentials, and still made us feel close to nature. We got hands-on experience picking coffee cherries and taking them through the entire process up to drying the beans—such a fascinating journey!… read more
16 sept 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anna-Marie & Jakub)
Anna & Jakub were ideal volunteers and guests. Very grateful and positives vibes all around. They took pride in turning out top tier work delivering outstanding waves of coffee. Also, were great with taking care of the property and animals while we were out. Highly recommend!
(Excelente)
13 sept 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Anna-Marie & Jakub) para el anfitrión
We loved getting to know the process of making coffee! Whole farm is amazing, it has beautiful scenery, you can watch many birds right in front of your house, pick the oranges or avocadoes right from the trees. Bill and Jessica were one of the most caring hosts we have ever met, they gave us so much fruits and vegetables, and as we prefer not to… read more
5 jul 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Benedetta )
Bennedeta stayed with us a short time but during heavy coffee harvest so was a vital helper. She takes her work seriously and is focused, even keeled and easy to get along with. Exceeded expectations for time invested and quality of work. Recommended!
(Excelente)
5 jul 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Benedetta ) para el anfitrión
Hermosa experiencia para aprender mucho sobre el cafè, cosechando y haciendo el proceso para limpiarlo y secarlo. Un trabajo muy relajante!
Puedes también ver muchos aves maravillosos.
La cabaña donde vas a dormir es paradisiaca, tiene una cocina super linda y te van a ofrecer toda la comida que necesitas para la estadía.
Muchas gracias Bill y… read more
Puedes también ver muchos aves maravillosos.
La cabaña donde vas a dormir es paradisiaca, tiene una cocina super linda y te van a ofrecer toda la comida que necesitas para la estadía.
Muchas gracias Bill y… read more
10 may 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Héloïse & Antoine)
A+ volunteers all around. Exceptional level of work and great attitude, a true pleasure to host. They work well together making a great team of helpers. Sad you couldn’t stay longer! Highly recommend.
(Excelente)
10 may 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Héloïse & Antoine) para el anfitrión
First of all, thank you for this experience. It was a great opportunity to discover each step of making coffee.
We stayed in a secondary house on the property with everything necessary to have a good time. Hot water, fully equipped kitchen, fruit and vegetables in abundance, splendid view and bread..!
Finally, Bill and Jessica are always… read more
We stayed in a secondary house on the property with everything necessary to have a good time. Hot water, fully equipped kitchen, fruit and vegetables in abundance, splendid view and bread..!
Finally, Bill and Jessica are always… read more
1 abr 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Denis & Laetitia)
Ideal volunteers who were super engaged and interested in every step of the process and work. They brought a passion and attention to detail which was reflected in their quality of work. Much thanks for helping us keep up with the coffee during a busy time of year. Highly recommend!
(Excelente)
1 abr 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Denis & Laetitia) para el anfitrión
We loved our stay here.
Bill and Jessica are so easy-going, friendly and welcoming. The days pass by too fast. From the picking, to grinding, sorting, washing and drying, all the steps are made within one day at a small scale... such an experience. And all this in an amazingly remote valley, living in a paradisiac small wooden house for yourselves.
Bill and Jessica are so easy-going, friendly and welcoming. The days pass by too fast. From the picking, to grinding, sorting, washing and drying, all the steps are made within one day at a small scale... such an experience. And all this in an amazingly remote valley, living in a paradisiac small wooden house for yourselves.
5 mar 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Riona & Sota) para el anfitrión
It was such a great experience to volunteer at Bill's coffee farm. They live in wonderful place surrounded by beautiful nature. We got lost getting to their place so we couldn't make it on the day we supposed to arrive, but he warmly welcomed us. What we did was to pick up coffee beans from 8-12pm, which we liked a lot. Coffee here is 100% organic… read more
28 ene 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Rebekka Noemi)
Bekka and her friends are good-natured people and were A+++ volunteers. They are conscientious, grateful, respectful, low impact and transparent volunteers that made hosting easy. They did an excellent job taking care of the coffee with harvest/processing and after about a 1/2 day of training were delivering perfect batches. We really appreciated… read more
(Excelente)
27 ene 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Rebekka Noemi) para el anfitrión
We had an absolutly amazing time at the finca of bill and jessica. We lived in paradies in our own little house right above the coffe fields. The food was amazing, we ate fresh vegetables and fruits everyday. The work was alot of fun, picking coffe, processing and taking care of the trees. Bill and jessica went out of their way to fullfill all of… read more
24 ene 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Judith)
Judith and her friends are good-natured people and made great guests. They are conscientious, grateful, respectful, low impact and transparent volunteers that made hosting easy. They did an excellent job taking care of the coffee with harvest/processing and after about a 1/2 day of training were delivering perfect batches. We really appreciated… read more
(Excelente)
24 ene 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (Judith) para el anfitrión
Bill and Jessica were very accommodating, and provided my friends and me with a small paradise where we could spend two weeks away. The work was enjoyable and very interesting for someone who didn't have a clue about the whole process before. There was a very good work and free time balance, and the place we stayed was wonderful to just relax in,… read more
24 ene 2024
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (LeonorLeo)
Leo and her friends are good-natured people and made great guests. They are conscientious, grateful, respectful, low impact and transparent volunteers that made hosting easy. They did an excellent job taking care of the coffee with harvest/processing and after about a 1/2 day of training were delivering perfect batches. We really appreciated their… read more
(Excelente)
24 ene 2024
Dejado por el workawayer (LeonorLeo) para el anfitrión
If you want to brush your teeth with an exceptionally beautiful view each morning, this is the place for you!
It's really just a paradise, the Finca is surrounded by beautiful nature. The cabin is cozy and includes a nice kitchen as well as your own bathroom/shower. Bill & Jessica are really welcoming and nice, and they spoiled us with many fresh… read more
It's really just a paradise, the Finca is surrounded by beautiful nature. The cabin is cozy and includes a nice kitchen as well as your own bathroom/shower. Bill & Jessica are really welcoming and nice, and they spoiled us with many fresh… read more
28 dic 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Elsa & Thibault) para el anfitrión
A big thank to Bill & Jessica and Zeus (the dog) ! We spent 3 rewarding weeks, both in the coffee process and in birdwatching. we mainly had to help with the picking and washing of the coffee beans. it was fun to do, we only worked in the morning from 8am to 12pm which left us all the rest of the day to rest or go for a swim in the magnificent… read more
17 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Joshua & Sophie) para el anfitrión
We just spent two weeks working at the Finca and thoroughly enjoyed our time!
Communication before our stay was brilliant, with recommendations for places to visit in Ecuador before arriving at the farm. During the Workaway, having our own space in the fully-equipped cabin was really appreciated, and the peace and quiet was a really nice contrast… read more
Communication before our stay was brilliant, with recommendations for places to visit in Ecuador before arriving at the farm. During the Workaway, having our own space in the fully-equipped cabin was really appreciated, and the peace and quiet was a really nice contrast… read more
4 jul 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Marta & Paul) para el anfitrión
Staying at Jessica & Bill’s Finca was definitely the best time we had during our few months stay in Ecuador. Wonderful nature, peace & quiet, and, of course, coffee.
Everything was arranged professionally and organisation of work was excellent. We were extremely glad to be given this opportunity to learn about growing, harvesting and processing… read more
Everything was arranged professionally and organisation of work was excellent. We were extremely glad to be given this opportunity to learn about growing, harvesting and processing… read more
6 jun 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Christoph & Rebecca)
Christoph & Rebecca came and did A+ work throughout their stay which fell right in one of the most important stretches of the year for us, the peak of harvest season. Handling every step with a high level of pride and professionalism they took full ownership of the harvest once trained and turned in excellent batches of coffee for us. They even… read more
(Excelente)
5 jun 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Christoph & Rebecca) para el anfitrión
We stayed at the Finca for two weeks and it was such a wonderful experience. It was our first workaway experience and it was absolutely amazing. Will is a great host and the whole family including the dogs are lovely. We learned everything about the process of harvesting, washing and drying the coffee beans. After these two weeks, we now know how… read more
14 may 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Simona & Carlo)
Simona & Carlo brought positive energy and good vibes with them and helped us with so many projects that we had been neglecting. They happily accepted the hardest and dirtiest jobs never complaining about the work. These guys are true foodies and it was fun watching them passionately discover new local fruits and the entire coffee process. If you… read more
(Excelente)
12 may 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Simona & Carlo) para el anfitrión
"The best workaway is here!" That was one of the first words the host William said to us, when we arrived to the Finca. After those 3 weeks (we planned to stay 2 and we extended 'cause we were so enthusiastic about the place and the people) we can say William was totally right. We lived one of the most relaxing and best times here. We learnt the… read more
15 abr 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sam & Daisy)
Had a very nice time with Sam and Daisy. They are very happy, agreeable, fun loving people with great smiles and positive energy. They helped us advance so many difficult projects and are both very strong individuals that enthusiastically tackled lots of heavy lifting work. Definitely recommend.
(Excelente)
13 abr 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Sam & Daisy) para el anfitrión
We spent two wonderful weeks at the coffee farm with Bill and his family.
Communication pre arrival was great and super helpful, Bill assisted with our arrival to the farm and even gave us great recommendations for things to do in local areas prior to our arrival.
The work was fun, fair and as described! We were able to learn about the full… read more
Communication pre arrival was great and super helpful, Bill assisted with our arrival to the farm and even gave us great recommendations for things to do in local areas prior to our arrival.
The work was fun, fair and as described! We were able to learn about the full… read more
22 mar 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Mirna & Martin)
It was an honor hosting Mirna and Martin. They are exceptionally professional, down to earth people and overqualified for many tasks we presented them with. However, they eagerly tackled them without complaint which in our opinion demonstrated their high level of humility. Mirna is the life of the party with contagious laughter and Martin is an… read more
(Excelente)
20 mar 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Mirna & Martin) para el anfitrión
We stayed with bill and his family for two weeks. It was a really nice experience. His coffee farm is beautifully situated in the mountains, with a fantastic view from up there. There are so many birds to watch. You have a whole cabin to yourself and bill really provides you with food and everythingelse you need. We really enjoyed the two weeks… read more
23 ene 2023
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Molly & Teague)
Just outstanding volunteers and people, really a joy to host Molly and Teague. Very mature for their ages. They are very coachable, put in a great effort/quality of work and were extremely engaged with the tasks. They are a great team together and were very interested in learning new things. We hoped they would have stayed longer. Any host that… read more
(Excelente)
22 ene 2023
Dejado por el workawayer (Molly & Teague) para el anfitrión
We loved our time with Bill and Jessica. They have the most amazing spot. We saw soo many gorgeous and unique birds. They were very caring and accommodating when one of us got sick, and are both warm people who are fun to talk to. The fruits and veggies they provided were beautiful, and the kitchen has everything you could need... and the coffee… read more
14 dic 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Andrea & Tobias)
Very nice couple that make a great team. Beyond the fact that they are some of the most adventurous and courageous people I've ever met, they are kind, considerate and are very interested in learning new things. With the help of Andrea & Tobias we were able to make great progress on some very difficult projects and they helped us from losing any… read more
(Muy Bien )
10 dic 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Andrea & Tobias) para el anfitrión
One of the Workaway experiences we really looked forward to was working at a coffee farm (finca), and luckily we had the chance to spend 12 great days with Bill, Jessica and their family outside Ibarra!
Although it was strictly not the right season for coffee, we were able to learn picking techniques, separating beans from cherries and the… read more
Although it was strictly not the right season for coffee, we were able to learn picking techniques, separating beans from cherries and the… read more
20 sept 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Madeleine & Marcel)
Madeleine and Marcel are the type of volunteers you can trust with the keys to your house. They did a great job of house and dog sitting for us during a 15 day visit which enabled us travel worry free. We are forever grateful for that. They also completed several difficult projects we left them which enabled us to continue to make progress with… read more
(Excelente)
17 sept 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Madeleine & Marcel) para el anfitrión
We will never forget this amazing experience. We stayed at the farm and looked after the property and the dogs while Bill and his family were visiting family. The beauty and peacefulness of this place made us feel so lucky all the time. We had the chance to pick coffee and do a lot of different things. We spent so many hours just looking at the… read more
7 ago 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Valery & José Manuel)
What a nice couple and we were fortunate to be part of their extended honeymoon travel. They helped us with too many projects to list and were exceptional coffee workers. They are eager to learn new things and doing a good job is a priority for them. We really felt like we had family visiting during their stay. Come back some day!
(Excelente)
3 ago 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Valery & José Manuel) para el anfitrión
Fue una hermosa experiencia!! El paisaje es maravilloso, la familia de Jessica y William nos trataron súper y nos hicieron sentir como en casa. El trabajo con el café fue lindo y entretenido, aprendimos mucho del proceso de este fruto.
3 jul 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Anna)
Great volunteer only wish she could have stayed longer. Very intelligent, considerate and kind. High quality work and all around good person, welcome anytime!
(Excelente)
2 jul 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Anna) para el anfitrión
I absolutely enjoyed my stay the finca ! The work is fun, I learned a lot about coffee and I had a cozy cabin for myself with lots of food and good coffee. I can highly recommend to stay with them :-)
22 jun 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Jamie & Andrew ) para el anfitrión
We had a wonderful experience on Bill and Jessica's finca. The hosts were kind and helpful. We had a great time getting to know them. The work harvesting coffee was relaxing and interesting, and we were happy to get the chance to learn about the entire production process from pick to roast. On average, we worked about four hours per day, picking,… read more
17 may 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Cedric & Elif)
Just the best volunteers and people a host could hope for. Excellent work ethic and absolutely determined to do A+ work taking great pride in the results of every project. Thank you for going above and beyond during your stay here. Welcome anytime!
(Excelente)
15 may 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Cedric & Elif) para el anfitrión
we don't even know where to start.. it was our first workaway and it was the best decision to stay here. All around simply a great nature with waterfalls and many different bird species to see. As a volunteer you had your own house and everything was there. William taught us a lot about the whole coffee process. we really liked it. We were also… read more
1 may 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Gunther)
A good volunteer to cover you for most any task and easy to get along with. Good energy and really put in some good effort. Thank you for the visit!
(Muy Bien )
29 abr 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Gunther) para el anfitrión
What an awesome Workaway I had! Amazing nature around with some jungle, green mountains, waterfalls and great views! Workawayers live in their own cabin which has everything one need!
I learned a lot from William about the processing of coffee beans from the picking to the drying! It was so much giving to work here!!
Thank you William and Yessica… read more
I learned a lot from William about the processing of coffee beans from the picking to the drying! It was so much giving to work here!!
Thank you William and Yessica… read more
25 abr 2022
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Julie & Hippolyte)
Julie & Hippolyte thankfully arrived last minute and brought with them a lot of positive energy, enthusiasm, motivation and desire to learn new things. They are very polite and considerate nature lovers who are passionate about preserving our planet. They exceeded expectations on all work and never complained about more physically difficult tasks… read more
(Excelente)
23 abr 2022
Dejado por el workawayer (Julie & Hippolyte) para el anfitrión
It was a great experience, very enriching and inspiring ! We learned about the whole process of harvesting and preparing the coffee right before the final roast ! The whole family is very welcoming, full of humor and good energy ! They have always provided us with a great working atmosphere and are very good managers, very attentive ! And the… read more
17 nov 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Rea & Fabio)
Rea & Fabio are A+++++ volunteers and really exceeded our expectations completing every task we laid out for them with limited to no supervision plus contributed extra creative cabin improvement projects they identified as beneficial for future guests. They kept the cabin and living areas exceptionally tidy and are very considerate, kind,… read more
(Excelente)
16 nov 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Rea & Fabio) para el anfitrión
We already miss the view and peace of the finca even though we just left five days ago. It is even more beautiful than on the pictures. We got welcomed very kind and William and Jessica showed us everything and explained very well what we can work in the following week and how to treat the coffee trees and cherries. During the weeks we could work… read more
7 sept 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Jan & Sarka)
Any host should feel thrilled if Jan & Sarka reach out because they are really the ideal Workawayers. They are very respectful, considerate, proactive, responsible and exceptionally artistic in their crafts. We were fortunate to host them for one month where they learned the coffee process, accomplished all the tasks we laid out for them plus… read more
(Excelente)
4 sept 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Jan & Sarka) para el anfitrión
We spent almost one month at this beautiful farm during the covid situation and we really enjoyed the time here. The coffee procesion was a exceptional experience for us. We made different work every day. Some day we picked the coffee berries, other day we painted, cleaned the property, trimmed the grass, concreted or made some wood work.
William… read more
William… read more
5 abr 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Agata & Aleksander) para el anfitrión
This place is real paradise. We spent there one week and it was the best time in our trip around South America. We had there everything, a lot of food, some fruits in the garden, hot shower and even cute puppy. We are grateful that we had opportunity to spend time in this magical and be the part of this beautiful nature. Mainly we were doing… read more
17 mar 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Alexandra)
Highly recommend Alexandra and her travel buddy Aneta for any assignment. They are both eager to assist with any project no matter how challenging and were excited to learn new skills. Super considerate and respectful volunteers it was a shame that they could only spend one week with us. They also got on marvelously with our farmhand Guido and his… read more
(Excelente)
5 mar 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Alexandra) para el anfitrión
Best things in life are free!!!
This is a place where you can learn a lot, eat healthy, turn off your phone and connect with the people and the nature around you. The time we spent at the finca was an amazing experience. We tried to contact William in last minute and he quickly respond and accept us! Communication with him was excellent and… read more
This is a place where you can learn a lot, eat healthy, turn off your phone and connect with the people and the nature around you. The time we spent at the finca was an amazing experience. We tried to contact William in last minute and he quickly respond and accept us! Communication with him was excellent and… read more
17 mar 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Aneta)
Highly recommend Aneta and her travel buddy Alexandra for any assignment. They are both eager to assist with any project no matter how challenging and were excited to learn new skills. Super considerate and respectful volunteers it was a shame that they could only spend one week with us. They also got on marvelously with our farmhand Guido and his… read more
(Excelente)
4 mar 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Aneta) para el anfitrión
I´ve spent wonderful week on this coffe farm together with friend of mine. If you are looking for quiet place in the mountains, with no wifi, living simply for while, then it´s place for you! This workaway stay we arranged last minute and communication with William was excelent. We have got plenty of food and cooked ourselfs for whole week.… read more
17 mar 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Stéphanie & Jacques)
We were fortunate to have Stéphanie & Jacques spend two weeks with us. They are seasoned Workawayers who know how to impress a Host and completed countless extra projects for us to help make the farm and more comfortable space. We were impressed with their electrical and handyman skills and thanks to them we now have hot water in the shower which… read more
(Excelente)
14 mar 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Stéphanie & Jacques) para el anfitrión
We had a great time at finca. We had the chance to harvest coffee and to process it under the guidance of Guido. We also did various other tasks, mostly light construction work. We really felt William appreciated the work we did and we are grateful for that. We must underline that he gives you the mean to do the work he wants you to do, providing… read more
15 feb 2020
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Eleanora & Máté)
Eleanora & Máté messaged me that they were traveling with mules thorough South America and I was immediately intrigued with their adventure. They are exceptionally skilled carpenters and their craftsmanship is now on full display at our cabin thanks to an extended stay at the farm where I was happy to let them put their to talent and creativity to… read more
(Excelente)
29 ene 2020
Dejado por el workawayer (Eleanora & Máté) para el anfitrión
We had a wonderful time at this finca. We ended up staying a whole three months!
William was helpful in every way possible and kept us extremely well stocked during our time there.
This was really the perfect environment for a work exchange. We thoroughly enjoyed the chance to do some carpentry and felt like the work was valued. He gave us a lot… read more
William was helpful in every way possible and kept us extremely well stocked during our time there.
This was really the perfect environment for a work exchange. We thoroughly enjoyed the chance to do some carpentry and felt like the work was valued. He gave us a lot… read more
27 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Chiara) para el anfitrión
I had a most spectacular experience at William's farm. He and his family were incredibly friendly and welcoming. They appreciate the work you do without expecting you to overwork yourself.
I stayed at the farm alone and I had plenty of time to myself to just appreciate my surroundings and it was a great escape from busy hostels. The work was easy… read more
I stayed at the farm alone and I had plenty of time to myself to just appreciate my surroundings and it was a great escape from busy hostels. The work was easy… read more
10 jul 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Amber & Erik)
Amber & Erik bring a bounty of positive energy and work ethic it was absolutely great to host such fine people. They stayed during the tail end of our coffee harvest so were able to help us with picks and processing as well as some much needed construction improvements at the cabin like installing a new front door and building out a new kitchen… read more
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10 jul 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Amber & Erik) para el anfitrión
Our first Workaway experience and what a gem this place is! We stayed for a week and were sad to be leaving when the day came. William is an awesome and friendly guy.He provides you with everything you could need. The property is beautiful and tucked away in the mountains where you can really enjoy a bit of quiet and nature. Getting to be a part… read more
24 jun 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Victoria)
Sophie and Victoria stayed at the farm for a full 2 weeks and are absolutely the most ideal volunteers. They were so grateful for everything, are super kindhearted and exceptionally hardworking. They thoroughly enjoyed learning the complete coffee process and it was really fun watching them relish it so much. Their stay started right at the… read more
(Excelente)
8 jun 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Victoria) para el anfitrión
What can I say .... William’s place was one of my favorite Workaways in South America, hands down. William is so considerate and giving, very appreciative of the help he is receiving. We loved the peace in the cloud forest where we had our own little cabin, tons of fresh produce, funny little chickens, and an insane view. Working with coffee… read more
3 jun 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Gabriel)
Highly recommend Gabe for any Workaway role hosts may have. He is a workhorse, very intelligent and has a tremendous sense of humor so really fun to have around. It was also interesting learning about the fungi in our own area as he is a true fungus enthusiast (expert in my opinion) pointing out and photographing several beautiful samples that we… read more
(Excelente)
3 jun 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Gabriel) para el anfitrión
What a magical experience. William and his family were super generous and accommodating, providing incredibly helpful assistance with arrival & departure logistics, even helping me find a place to buy instruments I was looking for! The farm is a gem- set just below the cloud line in a beautiful forest with sweeping views all the way to the… read more
28 may 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Nathan & Fanny)
It was great hosting Nathan & Fanny. They come with positive energy and dispositions and truly appreciated the cultural exchange/coffee experience that the farm offers. Fanny is a talented photographer and shared several fantastic images from their stay with us. Their time at the farm was during peak harvest so helped us with much needed… read more
(Excelente)
24 may 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Nathan & Fanny) para el anfitrión
Estabamos en la finca durante una semana. Pero no es suffisante, es mejor de estar dos semanas. Es un lugar maravilloso y muy tranquillo. El primer trabajo en este lugar es de aprender et nos parece una buena manera de fonctionar. Apprendemos mucho con Guido, una persona muy amabla.
La casa es hermosa, et se puede ver muchas variedades de… read more
La casa es hermosa, et se puede ver muchas variedades de… read more
14 may 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Nikki)
Nikki really bailed us out by coming through last minute with a friend to vacate an unscheduled week right in the midst of peak harvest. We were able to stay ahead of the volume thanks to their support. I was happy to see them fully enjoy the farm and overall coffee processing experience. Welcome anytime!
(Excelente)
12 may 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Nikki) para el anfitrión
I 100% recommend this Workaway if you want to spend time relaxing in tranquility. I had a wonderful time here picking coffee next to the river was very relaxing and didn't feel like work at all. The farm and it's surroundings are beautiful and i felt totally at peace here. I loved chilling in the hammock in the afternoons watching and listening to… read more
4 may 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie and Victoria stayed at the farm for a full 2 weeks and are absolutely the most ideal volunteers. They were so grateful for everything, are super kindhearted and exceptionally hardworking. They thoroughly enjoyed learning the complete coffee process and it was really fun watching them relish it so much. Their stay started right at the… read more
(Excelente)
3 may 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Sophie) para el anfitrión
William's farm stay has been my favorite workaway I have done in all of South America! He warmly welcomes you into his home, loads you up with plenty - almost too much food, lays out everything you need to know about the work & land once you get up there, and tells you to have total fun with it! Working alongside Guido is such a rich experience,… read more
8 abr 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Alexis & Téo)
Teo and Alexis are high quality individuals who brought positive energy and solid work ethic to the farm. They took full advantage of their time and completed several tasks such has harvesting and processing much more coffee than we expected, building out a much needed compost pit, built a picnic table and a clever breakfast nook that will allow… read more
(Excelente)
7 abr 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Alexis & Téo) para el anfitrión
We spent 10 days in this coffee farm and it was a wonderful experience.
You are deep in the mountains, there is a fantastic view from the house !
Don Billy made us confortable as soon as we arrived, he is very generous. We met as well Don Guido, a very nice guy who lives in the mountains, he knows all about the plants, animals, trek, it is so… read more
You are deep in the mountains, there is a fantastic view from the house !
Don Billy made us confortable as soon as we arrived, he is very generous. We met as well Don Guido, a very nice guy who lives in the mountains, he knows all about the plants, animals, trek, it is so… read more
26 feb 2019
Dejado por el anfitrión para el workawayer (Daan)
We were very fortunate to have Daan do a 12 day farmstay at the property. He is very hard working, intelligent, environmentally conscious, mature, considerate, gracious, confident and a true nature lover. He exceeded our expectations with the projects set forth during his stay impressively carving out several trails to and from the waterfall and… read more
(Excelente)
25 feb 2019
Dejado por el workawayer (Daan) para el anfitrión
I stayed at the farm for almost two weeks and had a great stay! Everything is exactly as described above. It is a tranquil place away from society in the cloud forest with possibilities for nice hikes (although sometimes you'll have to create your own paths). The house has all the facilities you need and plenty of space (I was alone but a couple… read more
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