Guest housekeeping/cleaning

Reino Unido

5

I had a great time!! The tasks were as expected and the hours were great as we always had the afternoons/ evenings off. I felt very comfortable during my stay and Steve took us to see different places which was very fun. The dogs are such characters as well. I would highly recommend staying here :)

hace 2 años

Reino Unido

5

A lovely experience! Definitely would recommend to anyone wanting an exchange and nature getaway! Steve was a totally welcoming and entertaining host and really made the experience amazing. the guest house is a beautiful house and the work is reasonable for the exchange :) The dogs were adorable and overall a fab experience!

hace 2 años

Nueva Zelandia

5

It was a wonderful stay with Steve and Dawn! Tasks were easy and exactly as agreed. We adored the dogs and taking them out for daily walks! The town is small but beautiful, with plenty of walking trails. We explored some nearby towns on our days off and relaxed by the lovely backyard pool. Would recommend to anyone!

hace 2 años

Nueva Zelandia

5

Great experience with dawn and Steve. The doggos were a treat to take out as well. The tasks were simple but enough to keep us busy. Lovely walks to do on your afternoons. Would recommend if you want remote, nature type of stay.

hace 2 años

Alemania

1

Emma and I unfortunately had to leave earlier because we didn't get along with Dawn very well. We tried to talk to her to tell her that we didn't feel welcomed. But she just said that we would overreact, that our behaviour is ridiculous and that there is no time to deal with two emotional little kids. Moreover we had to clean and handwash after every meal for all of us, but the actual deal was communicated differently. Friendly communication was a main problem, not the tasks! There are even more things to mention, just text us!! Steve however was very welcoming and friendly the whole time!

hace casi 2 años

Steve respondido

Maybe you need to look at why we didn’t get along. We are popular and experienced hosts who normally do not have a problem getting along with our volunteers.

On your first evening, we arrange a BBQ for us all to get to know each other and you didn’t even join in but sat away from us. No interest in collaboration.

I was not happy with you, as you had no idea how to behave in a guest house, and you would not listen. Shouting & screaming with laughter to each other when guests were resting nearby, as an example.

When it was necessary to mention these issues, you took absolutely no responsibility at all, only sulked. I was not gas lighting you; I was direct and honest. You also took zero responsibility to discuss these issues and to commit to your original agreements.

As for washing up, we have a dishwasher and volunteers are asked to clear up, when we cook for everyone. You had three days of lunch & dinner specially cooked for you (as vegetarians and we are not) but no offer of help and not one single thank you. Why on earth would you consider that a hardship and expect something different.

As for privacy, we would never just come into the room, always knock if we need to access the attic.

You mention about texting other volunteers & making accusations of gas lighting, which shows how immature you are.

Alemania

1

I came there together with Sophia, we originally planned on staying for two weeks but left after only three days. Steve was very welcoming and nice, was always interested and cared about our well-being. However, we didn't get along well with Dawn, she wasn't very friendly, her way of communicating was very harsh/rude. When we tried to talk to her about it, she was gaslighting us and telling us we were too sensitive for being volunteers. Also we felt like our privacy wasn't respected since they sometimes just came into our room, even when we weren't there. Just text us for more information!

hace casi 2 años

Steve respondido

Maybe you need to look at why we didn’t get along. We are popular and experienced hosts who normally do not have a problem getting along with our volunteers.

On your first evening, we arrange a BBQ for us all to get to know each other and you didn’t even join in but sat away from us. No interest in collaboration.

I was not happy with you, as you had no idea how to behave in a guest house, and you would not listen. Shouting & screaming with laughter to each other when guests were resting nearby, as an example.

When it was necessary to mention these issues, you took absolutely no responsibility at all, only sulked. I was not gas lighting you; I was direct and honest. You also took zero responsibility to discuss these issues and to commit to your original agreements.

As for washing up, we have a dishwasher and volunteers are asked to clear up, when we cook for everyone. You had three days of lunch & dinner specially cooked for you (as vegetarians and we are not) but no offer of help and not one single thank you. Why on earth would you consider that a hardship and expect something different.

As for privacy, we would never just come into the room, always knock if we need to access the attic.

You mention about texting other volunteers & making accusations of gas lighting, which shows how immature you are.

Portugal

5

I felt welcomed! This is a great experience if you like nature, hiking and quiet places.

hace más de 2 años

Reino Unido

5

I had a great first experience volunteering at the guest house. Steve and Dawn were friendly and welcoming and took us on interesting day trips. The work is easy to pick up and involves walking the cute dogs around the beautiful village. The village is tiny and set in the middle of the mountains. If you want to get away from the city and enjoy walking and exploring nature this is definitely the place for you!

hace casi 3 años

Polonia

5

It was an amazing experience! Steve and Dawn were very friendly from the beginning. They cooked delicious meals and eating lunch/dinner together was always really nice. They made sure that I was comfortable in the guest house and the work was exactly like agreed in advance. I had a chance to improve my english and spanish, the nature there was breathtaking and the dogs - Zorro and Badger, are adorable! Very recommended! Big thanks to Steve and Dawn

hace casi 3 años

Estados Unidos

5

I had a great stay with Steve and Dawn! I stayed for two weeks, helping to walk dogs, serve breakfast, and change rooms and clean, so the work was not difficult at all and mostly was relaxing. The house itself is beautiful and the town is the cutest little town ever and the locals are so nice and welcoming. Steve and Dawn were so nice from the beginning, they took me to both Cadiz and Malaga for day trips and I did a few other day trips on my own on days off. If you want to be in a relaxing, outdoorsy setting with walking and hiking paths all around, this is definitely for you!!

hace casi 3 años

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