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Our place comprises of 3 lovely self contained units connected to our house just below Comares which is one hour from Malaga.
The views are amazing and local village of Comares is stunning.
We live here with our 3 dogs , Charlie, Bruno and Chicco , who are all fairly old and friendly. So we can't accept pets.
Our motto is Value and Views Beyond Belief and we really do our best to offer our guests a great experience.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will learn life in rural Spain and to mix in the local village plus understand about the plant life in Southern Spain, living in Comares is a real step back in time to a village steeped in history which will great for workawayers to learn about.
If Workawayers would like to spend some time on the real Spain then here they will experience this.
Help
We are fairly flexible and have decided to ask for help for most of the year , we could do with help on ongoing maintenance and ground work with some building tasks thrown in.
Please note the help is for around our own grounds and house only.
We also employ local staff to work on our rentals if it is work I cannot do myself and any rentals we manage.
In having volunteers it frees up our time so we can keep our own house to a decent standard and our grounds, which include Olive and Almond trees.
There will be plenty of Gardening and Painting.
The idea is for a mutual experience and flexibility in your helping patterns so that you get time off but also commit yourselves to helping.
It is easier if we have couples as we are a rural location and although you can walk to Comares if you don't have transport then during your time off it is good to have company.
We offer a lovely self contained rental , we can send you more info in regards to the accommodation, but it is of a high standard.
Workawayers will not be doing any maintenance or gardening in spaces that will be used by our rental guests.
You get lovely independent living and we ask for 5 hours work per day for 5 days a week.
Depending on a schedules we may need longer hours some days but of course the hours will be reduced another day.
We do ask that helpers are diligent, we feel we are offering a lovely experience and in summer when our paying guests are not using the pool or Jacuzzi you are free to use them, so a lovely experience.
Ideally 1 month or longer stays would be better, so we get know helpers and can train them for the work needed.
Please feel free to ask questions and be prepared to enjoy the experience but also work hard when needed.
You must also love dogs as we have 3, so unfortunately we can't accept pets.
Kind regards
David and Jacqui
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
The plan is to offer the poolside studio it is lovely and self contained and can sleep single helpers or couples, but easier for us if couples.
What else ...
We are a family environment with some paying guests so please note you must respect this, we are easy going and will enjoy a meal together and drink, but we will all get our privacy and we need people that can work with us and also have good focus on their own.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We run a selfcatering Villa rental business, always happy to work with travel bloggers and spread the word about our site etc.
Space for parking camper vans
We live 1 mile/ 1.5km up a typical Andalusian track so a realistic size Camper Van would get up and we could park you OK but some of the larger one could struggle, best just ask and we can advise correctly, the good thing is once parked up you can walk to the stunning village of Comares in 30 minutes.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 711196941451
Feedback (26)
8 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Girolamo & Alina)
Giro and Alina are a lovely couple with a great attitude, they are very positive with any jobs given to them and always have a smile on their faces, they were especially good looking after our dogs which is important to us, I would highly recommend them.
(Excellent
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16 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (María Cecilia & Pablo)
Cecilia and Pablo are a great couple and always start their day early and with a smile, they put effort into every tasks and were a joy to host, a great attitude and cared very much about our 3 dogs.I highly recommend them.
(Excellent
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10 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (María Cecilia & Pablo) for host
We had an amazing time during our month and a half stay at David and Jacqui’s place. This was our first volunteering experience, and it couldn’t have been better! Their home is nestled in a beautiful spot with stunning views that made every day special.
We spent our days doing a variety of tasks, including cleaning, gardening, picking almonds and… read more
We spent our days doing a variety of tasks, including cleaning, gardening, picking almonds and… read more
22 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Eugenio & Rebecca)
Eugenio and Becky are a lovely couple , very positive with a great "Can Do" attitude and a joy to have around, they were great with all our old dogs and seemed to love what the Retreats offers.
A pleasure to host.
A pleasure to host.
(Excellent
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15 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Eugenio & Rebecca) for host
We spent two beautiful weeks at David and Jaqui's property and would recommend this experience to anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the quiet of a remote mountain hamlet. The property is situated on a slope underneath the village of Comares, which you can reach on foot via a steep (though short) hike. The village is sleepy but authentic and… read more
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8 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Girolamo & Alina)
Giro and Alina are a lovely couple with a great attitude, they are very positive with any jobs given to them and always have a smile on their faces, they were especially good looking after our dogs which is important to us, I would highly recommend them.
(Excellent)
16 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (María Cecilia & Pablo)
Cecilia and Pablo are a great couple and always start their day early and with a smile, they put effort into every tasks and were a joy to host, a great attitude and cared very much about our 3 dogs.I highly recommend them.
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (María Cecilia & Pablo) for host
We had an amazing time during our month and a half stay at David and Jacqui’s place. This was our first volunteering experience, and it couldn’t have been better! Their home is nestled in a beautiful spot with stunning views that made every day special.
We spent our days doing a variety of tasks, including cleaning, gardening, picking almonds and… read more
We spent our days doing a variety of tasks, including cleaning, gardening, picking almonds and… read more
22 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Eugenio & Rebecca)
Eugenio and Becky are a lovely couple , very positive with a great "Can Do" attitude and a joy to have around, they were great with all our old dogs and seemed to love what the Retreats offers.
A pleasure to host.
A pleasure to host.
(Excellent)
15 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Eugenio & Rebecca) for host
We spent two beautiful weeks at David and Jaqui's property and would recommend this experience to anyone looking to slow down and enjoy the quiet of a remote mountain hamlet. The property is situated on a slope underneath the village of Comares, which you can reach on foot via a steep (though short) hike. The village is sleepy but authentic and… read more
14 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Martins & Sabine) for host
This was our first workaway experience and it couldn't been better than this😊. The hosts David & Jacqui were very friendly and lovely, always made us feel like at home and safe. Our chores mainly consisted of some Bits and Bobs like weeding, painting n maintenance of the rentable properties. We also really enjoyed David's banter humour😃. Can't… read more
12 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Martins & Sabine)
Martins and Sabine are a great couple and take on tasks with a positive attitude, they are especially good at looking after our dogs, their timing and communication are very good and they were a pleasure to have around.
(Excellent)
9 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Keyrstin & Charles)
Keyrstin and Noah are a lovely couple, full of enthusiasm and keen to take on whatever was asked of them , they never clock watch the hours and always want to complete tasks, they were also great with our 3 elderly dogs and looked after our studio.
They also really wanted to enjoy the whole experience of coming to a rural location in Spain so they… read more
They also really wanted to enjoy the whole experience of coming to a rural location in Spain so they… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Keyrstin & Charles) for host
David and Jacqui provided such a wonderful experience for Noah and I's first workaway. They are sweet and welcoming with three lovely dogs in a beautiful home a short walk from Comares. We had a lovely self-contained unit which had everything we needed including a stove, fridge, microwave and private bathroom. Our work was variable and always… read more
20 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark & Chloe)
Mark and Chloe are some of the best helpers we have ever had, their attitude is totally positive and they enjoy taking on whatever task is thrown at them, they both have a lovely sense of humour and are a joy to have around and also were great with our 3 dogs and totally respected the accommodation, I highly recommend this lovely couple.
(Excellent)
19 Feb 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mark & Chloe) for host
We had a lovely time at David and Jacqui's! We stayed close to four weeks in January, and we enjoyed every single day. Beautiful views, lovely hosts, diverse work and sweet dogs; all contributed to us feeling at the right place. The accommodation worked perfectly for us and we always felt that David wanted to make sure we were having a good time.… read more
2 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lynn & Tilmann)
Lynn and Tilman are great helpers, they work hard, show initiative and work great looking after our 3 elderly dogs as had our holiday break off season and they were responsible for them and our house.
I would highly recommend them and they were a pleasure to host.
I would highly recommend them and they were a pleasure to host.
(Excellent)
31 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lynn & Tilmann) for host
We stayed at Jacqui an Davids for almost three weeks and we had a great time. They are very kind and caring people and their three dogs are little angels. We took care of them, when David and Jacqui were gone and did small tasks around the house like painting chairs, weeding or some handicraft work. Comares is about a 30 min walk away and a lovely… read more
17 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde & Romain)
Mathilde and Romain were a joy to host and a pleasure to have around , they took to every task with a positive approach, they were willing to learn new skills and were excellent with our 3 dogs which is very important to us, you can't go wrong with this lovely couple.
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (sueaway)
It was a joy to host Sue, she has such a lovely positive attitude and a great sense of humour, she was lovely have a around , always with a smile on her face.
(Excellent)
8 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (sueaway) for host
Jaqui and David are such lovely, funny and welcoming hosts.
During my 2 week stay i was gardening, painting and helpig with other smaller tasks.
I can definitely recommend spending time there.
Thank you for that great first workaway experience, i will always remember it 🫶🏻
During my 2 week stay i was gardening, painting and helpig with other smaller tasks.
I can definitely recommend spending time there.
Thank you for that great first workaway experience, i will always remember it 🫶🏻
2 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan Thorben & Justine)
Jan or Thorben as he prefers and Justine were excellent helpers, always a smile and the desire to learn new skills and get all the work done and more if I let them, they were a joy to have around one of our best helpers we have had.
They were easy to host and it was sad to see them leave.
They were easy to host and it was sad to see them leave.
(Excellent)
31 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jan Thorben & Justine) for host
We both spent over 5 wonderful weeks with David, Jacqui and their three super sweet dogs Bruno, Charlie and Chico. From beginning to end everything was perfect. 2 great hosts, 3 super cute dogs, beautiful sunrises and just a breathtaking view.
The accommodation was super equipped and we felt very comfortable. The work was varied and we learned a… read more
The accommodation was super equipped and we felt very comfortable. The work was varied and we learned a… read more
1 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia & Jan)
Julia and Jan are a lovely couple and seemed to enjoy the work and also this amazing area of Spain, they are polite/ friendly and respectful and love to travel, they were a pleasure to host.
(Excellent)
6 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Jan) for host
The time we spent at David and Jacqui's place was really amazing for us, it was our first workaway so we didn't know exactly how it works, but they perfectly introduced us to this beautiful world. They both are so Helpfull and friendly, always ready to give a good advice or lift if needed. Work wasn't hard and was mostly satisfaying, we hope that… read more
1 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Susan & Thomas)
Tom and Susan are not only a lovely couple but also great workers and totally trustworthy, they were a pleasure to hosts and had a great "can do" attitude, we only hosted them for a couple of weeks but they were positive throughout and easy to get along with.
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Susan & Thomas) for host
David and Jacqui were great hosts and we really enjoyed every bit of it! We stayed 2 weeks here and during our time here everything was always explained perfectly. Most of our work was spent on the upkeep of the land, general cleaning and even some dogsitting overnight!
We also got to see the beautiful village of Comares and the stunning sunsets… read more
We also got to see the beautiful village of Comares and the stunning sunsets… read more
14 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Antonella & JULIA INES)
Antonella and Julia are a lovely young ladies, keen to work and do their best for any task given, they were a pleasure to host and had a great positive attitude.
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Karolina & Dawid)
We can not speak highly enough of Karoline and Dawid, they are a lovely couple, really hard working and a great attitude , they put themselves out to help and go the extra mile to get the work down, they are totally trustworthy and we felt total confident going to our daughters for a few days whilst they looked after our 3 dogs.
A great couple,… read more
A great couple,… read more
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Karolina & Dawid) for host
Dawid and I spent 1 excelent month with David and Jacqui. both were so kind and always smiling. Huge fans of Harry Potter (David has a plenty dvd movies in the garage not only Harry Potter!:)).
They made us feel so comfortable from the first day, we felt there like home! Always ready to help and talk.
🏠we lived in a separate small well equiped… read more
They made us feel so comfortable from the first day, we felt there like home! Always ready to help and talk.
🏠we lived in a separate small well equiped… read more
23 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (SarahandMark)
It was great to host Sarah and Mark, they have a wealth of experience and great "can do" attitude and decent input on the various projects we help at the place, their conversation is interesting and fun and I would really recommend this lovely couple for anyone who needs reliable helpers who also respected the accommodation.
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (SarahandMark) for host
David and Jacqui were fantastic hosts during our 4 week workaway. The accommodation provided was great, clean, tidy and everything we needed for our stay. We woke up each morning to an amazing sunrise and fantastic views. David was excellent in explaining what the tasks were each day and was always available to answer any questions. We did a… read more
23 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Armand & Claudia)
Armand and Claudia are a lovely couple, full of energy and a pleasure to have around, they are caring and want to help and have a great attitude towards our dogs which is important to us. They are totally trustworthy and also fun to have a round and use their time off to explore this amazing area of Spain.
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Armand & Claudia) for host
We have a great workaway with David and Jacgui, they have a great spot on the hill and the sunrise is amazing.. The work we did was gardening, pruning the almond trees, making fire, some painting and carpeting. We also clean the apartments. And we love to take care of the boys, Bruno, Charlie and Chikko. It was nice to walk or cuddle with them.… read more
24 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie & Jeremias)
Sophie & Jeremias were a great couple and for youngsters they took on all the tasks and wanted to get the work correct, they worked very hard in some hot conditions and never complained, we enjoyed their company and I would highly recommend them.
(Excellent)
29 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sophie & Jeremias) for host
We stayed for 6 weeks with David and Jacqui and it was a great time to say the least.
The work included gardening, painting, plastering walls and time after time some dogsitting (the boys are lovely). The amount of work was always manageable.
We had our own apartment with a kitchen and bathroom, but the best thing was the incredible view over the… read more
The work included gardening, painting, plastering walls and time after time some dogsitting (the boys are lovely). The amount of work was always manageable.
We had our own apartment with a kitchen and bathroom, but the best thing was the incredible view over the… read more
24 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Léni & Tyana)
Tyana and Léni were excellent workers with a really good attitude and a desire to get things right.
The coped will all the work and were a pleasure to have around, I highly recommend this lovely couple.
The coped will all the work and were a pleasure to have around, I highly recommend this lovely couple.
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Léni & Tyana) for host
We spent 2 weeks with David, Jacqui and their 3 lovely dogs. It was an amazing experience in the andalousian mountains. The place is very quiet and peaceful, Comares (the nearest village) is about 20min walking. So, we'll recommanded this workaway for nature lovers and people who looking for something restful.
About work, we worked 5 hours 5… read more
About work, we worked 5 hours 5… read more
14 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Morel-Jean & Dupont)
Alex and Mancha are not only superb workers but lovely people and a joy to have stay and help, they are totally independant with their gorgeous camper can which they created themselves and which they should be very proud of, they are diligent, punctual and very hard working and it was lovely meeting them both, all the best David and Jacqui.
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Yilin)
Thomas and Yilin were a lovely couple to host. They were polite, hard working and had a great "can do " approach, between them they have a good array of skills and will do their best to get all the work done to a great level .
A pleasure to have around.
A pleasure to have around.
(Excellent)
23 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Thomas & Yilin) for host
This is our first Workaway experience and we planned to stay for the entire month of March 2020. However, our stay at David and Jacqui's was cut short by the Covid-19 pandemic and we sort of left overnight... We still feel sorry for it and we do miss this short but unforgettable experience.
David's place is nested in the mountains with a… read more
David's place is nested in the mountains with a… read more
14 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Gwen ) for host
We stayed at David and Jacqui’s for the month of Feb 2020 and had a happy time watching Spring season come in. We enjoyed exploring the area by foot, and taking the 3 dogs for daily walks through the beautiful area around their home.
For work, we assisted with a variety of off-season tasks including gardening, painting, general maintenance, and a… read more
For work, we assisted with a variety of off-season tasks including gardening, painting, general maintenance, and a… read more
9 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Gwen )
Gwen and Tsveta were a lovely couple , a great attitude and were punctual and keen to get their work completed, the added bonus being they adored our 3 dogs and walked them as well at the end of their working day, a pleasure to host and a they had a good sense of humour as well.
(Excellent)
6 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Perri & Brad) for host
We had such a great experience staying and working at this place. The rural location is beautiful and the day-to-day work is fair and varied. David was very clear with the jobs for each day and made sure we had all the tools and knowledge needed. Some days were more physical then others but we felt a real sense of accomplishment when tasks were… read more
19 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilda & Benjamin)
Mathilda and Ben were brilliant helpers, they were hard working , punctual , flexible and and a pleasure to have around, they had a total "Can Do " attitude and I think where ever they go they will have an impact.
Keep up the great work.
Keep up the great work.
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mathilda & Benjamin) for host
We very much enjoyed our stay at the RIDGE! The place is absolutely wonderful with amazing views! David and Jacqui are excellent and very kind hosts. David always made sure there was a variety of work for us to do so it would never get boring. You can expect to work 5 hours on 5 days a week, not more, and there will always be something to do like… read more
5 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (InnerLove)
Mohamad, is a polite , hardworking and diligent gentleman who takes his tasks seriously and is a pleasure to have around.He is keen to learn new skills and curious about where is working and what is doing etc.Keep up the great work Mohamad and hopefully we will see you again at some stage, all the best David and Jacqui.
(Excellent)
4 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (InnerLove) for host
I stayed with David and Jacqui for two weeks. They are a friendly family and quite accommodating with 3 dogs.
I had my own apartment which was great to relax. The apartment was fully equipped and had everything needed.
The view is beautiful from up there, and it takes around 30-40 minutes to walk to get to Comares. Comares has a rich history and… read more
I had my own apartment which was great to relax. The apartment was fully equipped and had everything needed.
The view is beautiful from up there, and it takes around 30-40 minutes to walk to get to Comares. Comares has a rich history and… read more
4 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Evie & Jamie) for host
Our first time using workaway and we both had an amazing experience. Great/very kind hosts, beautiful scenery and plenty beer! We both thoroughly enjoyed working with David and felt very much at ease during our stay. We both miss the doggos dearly!
All the best
Evie and Jamie :)
All the best
Evie and Jamie :)
5 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Nick is a great worker, happy to start early and work on his own and also loves his own space, a easy going person to have stay at your house and he seemed to enjoy what this amazing area of Spain offers by way of tranquility and beauty.
All the best
David and Jacqui
All the best
David and Jacqui
(Excellent)
4 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Two weeks of peace and tranquility. David and Jacqui are very hospitable and a cheerful family. The youngest daughter has a smile like a blossoming spring flower :), and the other two daughters..., had not had a chance to meet them all that well. They are studying hard. Which is a good thing!!! A great place to experience Spanish country in arabic… read more
21 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Anabela )
Ana was great, hard working with a lovely mannerism and a pleasure to have around, she fits in easily and understands the work that is needed and puts in a lot of effort.
All the best
David and Jacqui
All the best
David and Jacqui
(Excellent)
19 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anabela ) for host
They are a lovely family ♡ .... are so kind, friendly you will feel like home!!! always in memory the time spended there . Beauty Views , poolside studio, in free hours you can soak the sun, spend time relax or go to comares , velez malaga !!! The work is easy & diverse you will enjoy!!!!
Thanks for all
ANA
Thanks for all
ANA
5 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (mekletunatrast) for host
This was our first experience using workaway services and we couldn't be happier! David is a wonderful host and always made sure that there is something for us to do! It is a great place to go to if you want to get away from everything and just enjoy how peaceful the life can be up in the mountain. We really loved the time we spent here and we can… read more
9 Dec 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (mekletunatrast)
What a lovely couple, full of life, great to have around and hard workers day in day out,they really seem to enjoy helping and have a great attitude to being part of a team and helping us to get ready for the season ahead, we have never had the same helpers for 6 weeks in one go and to be honest they could have stayed for 3 more months, easy… read more
(Excellent)
18 Mar 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Hendrik)
Hendrik was a fantastic worker with a very positive attitude and great English, a pleasure to have a around and with a great flexibility to work.We do often say that couples are good but as long as helpers like to go for walks if they do not have transport it is an amazing place to spend a small part of your life and we look forward to more… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2014
Left by Workawayer (Hendrik) for host
The atmosphere is laid-back and the family is extremely kind. About 30 min up is comares if you need to do some shoping. All in all the place is a bit quiet so going as a couple or with a friend is advised.
21 Dec 2012
Left by Workawayer (Jeff) for host
David made me feel at home in an instant! it was a very nice place with amazing views and surroundings! the family was very nice and friendly and they had 3 lovely dogs. The work was not that hard and almost enjoyable :) i would surely come back if i have my ways nearby!
thanks for my stay!
thanks for my stay!
