Permaculture Garden & Food Forest building, Garden & maintenance

Bulgaria

4

Positive atmosphere, great people and amazing nature - this is how I would describe my 2 weeks on the farm. There were however some serious hygiene risks: the cats are allowed to step on the tables and volunteers with bad hygiene are allowed to touch food and utensils after touching animals. The yurtas, where we slept, are full with wood eating insects, which often drop on the beds. When it's cloudy, there is no hot water. For best experience I'd recommend the volunteers to come with their campers and use repellents and gaiters.

4 months ago

Brazil

3

My experience in the eco village allowed me to connect with people from different places, in addition, the place is very beautiful and remote. However, Frank is a very closed, impatient person (especially with people who do not have fluent English, even putting in the description of the vacancy that accepts beginner English) and can sometimes be rude. It made me not feel totally comfortable there, having the impression that I was bothering

4 months ago

Frank replied

I am very sorry to read this, Sara, after the time you spent here. It would have been nice if you would have let me know about your feelings while you were here... then we could have overcome your negative impressions... and if I was so rude as you say, why you did stay here all the time... especially with the very basic English skills of yours, there can be many misunderstandings and what can help the best to solve is communication, my dear. I recommend you to search for this way in your future

Brazil

5

I had a great time at Hortas the eco village. I was very well received! It was my first volunteer experience, and I made an excellent choice! It was a rewarding job, with great accommodation, good and healthy food, friends, and an amazing project! Thank you, Frank and Ifignea.

11 months ago

United States

5

A wonderful first volunteering experience for me. Frank and Ifigeneia set the bar high with their hospitality. I, along with 2-3 other volunteers, stayed in the coziest Yurts on the farm (just outside the village) and had meals and free time at their house in the village. Most meals were made by Ifigeneia's mother and were delicious. They are very accommodating to dietary restrictions. The work depends on the experience you offer and the projects that are active (ranging from carpentry to irrigation to gardening and harvesting). I recommend this host + want to return to see the progress :)

11 months ago

United Kingdom

5

I had a great experience here. The yurt I stayed in was so cosy and comfortable, and the hosts were friendly and welcoming. The project they are doing is incredible work for our planet and global communities. I had great food the hosts prepared and the location is awesome for hikes and immersing yourself in nature.

11 months ago

Germany

5

I've had a great time staying with Frank and Ifigenia! They are super friendly and welcoming people and made me feel like at home. The work was fun and not too hard and Frank and Ifigenia provided delicious breakfast and lunch everyday. The yurts are super cozy and staying there is really quiet and peaceful. I really enjoyed my stay and would love to come back to see how the project develops!

12 months ago

United Kingdom

5

I really loved my time here, I felt extremely welcomed when I arrived and immediately felt comfortable being here. I enjoyed the work, as I felt I got to try lots of different tasks. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a friendly, welcoming volunteering experience.

about 1 year ago

Chile

5

I had a really great time with Frank and Ifigeneia. 100% recommended The food provided was delicious, we usually ate tradicional food. Work in the farm it's easy but exhausting because of the warm. A thing I loved about the experience it's that it was not difficult to met local people because the village is full of Greeks and they are super nice. I met a lot of new interesting people and I learned a lot of farm life!! Frank it's a super host and I always tries to create a unique experience 👏

about 1 year ago

United States

5

I had a great stay at frank and Ifigeneia's eco village. I would love to come back in the future to see how it turns out. The yurts are fun to stay in and the tasks aren't too difficult. Frank made homemade ice cream most days that was delicious as well as pretty healthy. If you are there during the certain moon phases you should be able to see shooting stars and the Milky Way too . I would recommend this world packer experience to others .

about 1 year ago

France

5

Volunteering at Frank's farm was a really good experience! Frank and his wife are very pleasant people, you really feel at home and the meals are very good! The work can be hard in the summer heat, but we stop working before it gets too hot. The village is a bit remote but perfect for relaxing! Thanks for this great stay Frank, and thanks for the ice cream days!!

about 1 year ago

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