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Hello Volunteers ~
Thank you for checking us out!
We are seeking volunteers (with preference to long term) to help with the evolving vision for our 5 acre vacation property. We are in a time of transition and considering different options for what this beautiful land can be. For the past 14 years+ we have been a short term vacation rental property, and are now becoming a long-term rental with a conscious community minded approach. The ideal volunteers would have a wide range of skill sets, to assist with day to day projects. Knowledge of maintenance, sewing, carpentry and such are much appreciated, as is the love of gardening and the arts. We are very thankful for those who are attentive to details and keeping the surroundings clean! As we are not catering to vacationers as we have in the past, and so receptionists, tour guiding and such skills are not needed. Also we do not have a restaurant and so bartending or waitressing skills are also not necessary.
Currently, knowledge of and tending to the surrounding plant life, maintaining our nature trails, as well as tending to the vegetable gardens (which you are welcome to enjoy the harvest) keep us busy. We also welcome wellness teachers of all sorts and artists who would enjoy enhancing the beauty of our world.
If you'd like to offer your skills in these domains and are available for a long term exchange, we would love to hear from you! We prefer at least a month long stay.
We have lived in a number of places around the world and have settled in beautiful Costa Rica - mainly as the people here are so wonderful with the Pura Vida attitude and the incredible beauty of nature here.
Our place has evolved with the intention to make it as close to the magical feeling we had while living on the island of Bali as possible, with in fact, a house shipped from Bali and assembled here on the property.
This 5 acre property is located close to the Pacific coast of Costa Rica and is beautifully landscaped with 4 traveler/guest casitas, - The House/our volunteer's house, a yoga pavilion, meditation labyrinth, nature trails, seasonal creek and a Spa House. We’ve catered to travelers from around the world and look forward to hosting more.
We have been holding classes for our guests and local community including Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong, Meditation and weekly Dharma classes for over 8 years. We welcome all teachers with interesting subject matter to share. Our volunteers are always welcome to participate in classes. We strive to have our guests, volunteers and students find peace, solitude and an appreciation of nature while staying here.Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Projets artistiquesPratique d’une langueAide avec des éco-projetsEnseignementJardinageBricolage et constructionS’occuper des animauxAide dans une fermeCuisine/repas pour la familleAide à la maisonEntretien généralAide informatique/internetEchange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
During your time here, you will have the opportunity to get creative and share your artistic talents around the property. To help move along our vision and be part of our conscious community. You can enjoy the gentle pace of living here surrounded by serene plant and animal life, who live in the surrounding jungle. Your weekends are free to travel and enjoy the surrounding areas of Costa Rica.
Enjoy your yoga and meditation practice in our peaceful pavilion as well as walks on the property's nature trails and labyrinth. If you're into birdwatching, you will love getting to know all of the different species who inhabit the surrounding jungle. Explore the village of Ojochal with it's numerous amenities, beautiful beaches, lookout points and numerous restaurants.
We welcome you !Aide
We are looking for people with a good/tranquilo attitude, a positive work ethic and those who can contribute with enthusiasm their skills and ideas. Currently, our priority is offering a positive experience to our guests, continuing to dream up new possibilities for offerings and direction for this land, as well as miscellaneous building projects. General knowledge of gardening and housekeeping/maintenance is helpful. Other skills are needed at different times of the year (craftspeople, artists, builders, etc.). We welcome all teachers with special skills to share their knowledge with others in whatever capacity. We are located in a beautiful area of Costa Rica, close to the beach and jungle. Accommodations are comfortable and we enjoy welcoming solo travelers and couples alike.
Long term volunteers are what we prefer - at least a month. Volunteers have comfortable accommodations with private bathroom, hot water and shared kitchen. If you have a skill that you can offer to the community (teachers, yoga, bodywork, carpentry, etc., etc.) it is possible to develop a way to make some extra monies while staying here. With good Internet, we have had many Digital Nomads find just the ticket while making your way traveling through the world.
Our property is easily accessible (15 minute walk) to the bus stop which connects country wide. Ojochal is in a beautiful, safe and quiet part of the country. In addition to our ideal location, we are, 10+ minutes walk to all amenities such as grocery stores, cafes, restaurants, rivers, and a pleasant 25 minute walk to playa Tortuga.
We have goals of continuing to develop our place to be a peaceful, Eco-friendly place on this earth. We have been working to plant and condition the landscape using organic methods to provide a sustainable source of healthy food, minimizing consumption of power and water to create a more harmonious environment.
Welcome to those who would like to contribute to this vision!Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: IntermédiaireCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.Hébergement
Varied accommodations available first come/first served :
In addition to the above-mentioned flat which we reserve for longer-term volunteers, there are also 2 other volunteer rooms available. These two additional rooms share an indoor/outdoor kitchen, covered porch overlooking the jungle with hammock and eating area, and a bathroom with hot shower. We have a washer and laundry lines to hang your clothes.
We supply basic food items; rice and beans and whatever seasonal fruits and veggies are growing on the property. There are 2 food stores within 15 minutes walking distance for shopping and a farmer's market in town on Wednesdays with organic produce. Volunteers are responsible for their own meals/preparations.Autres infos...
Please Note: We request no check ins after dark (5:00ish)
The gardens are fragrant - NO SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY PLEASE!
Directions from San Jose airport:
When exiting the airport head to the front of the airport where you'll find the bus stop. Take the bus to downtown San Jose (ask if bus is heading there as some busses don't). Another option is Uber or taxi from the airport.
The bus will stop at the center; get off and look for red taxis, ask to take you to the Tracopa bus station. At the station, ask for a ticket to Uvita. When you are on your way, the bus makes its second rest stop at Uvita, ask the driver then to drop you off at Ojochal (which is approx 15 minutes more south).
Keep us posted on your arrival time and we will pick you up. Best to cross road from arrival at bus stop and wait for pickup off main highway.
When in doubt, ask!
Directions; If arriving from Nicaragua by bus: (as said by a traveler)
*️️️️️️️️️We recommend Tica Bus from Nicaragua to the Tica Bus Terminal/Hotel in San Jose, Costa Rica. If required, pre-book a night at the small 9 room hotel in the terminal (the hotel is attached) and catch a connector bus the next morning from the Tracopa Ltda Bus Terminal to Uvita.
*️️️️️️️️️You will need to take a taxi from the Tica Bus Terminal/Hotel to Tracopa Ltda Bus Terminal which is approximately 15min by taxi.
*️️️️️️️️️Check with the ticket clerk at each bus terminal to verify bus departure times as the websites are not always accurate.
There are 2 buses that leave in the early morning. One is a 4 hour ride for $20, the other is a 5-6 other ride for $10.
*️️️️️️️️️When you arrive from S.J. by Tracopa bus, it will stop for a 30 minute rest stop at the Uvita bus terminal. This is a hub of main shops in Uvita with a cafe, grocery store, and an information center where you can find maps of the area and info on tours and such.
*️️️️️️️️️From Uvita you can continue on the Tracopa bus, or take a taxi or local bus to Ojochal which is a 15 minute ride south. We are a 15 minute walk from the main entrance of Ojochal to our property or we can make arrangements to meet for a ride from the bus stop. We will give detailed instruction to property during our Whatsapp or Skype phone call. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
Yes, we are digital nomad friendly with WIFI throughout the property, though the Yoga Pavilion has the best signal. Please know that SOMETIMES the internet can go out area wide, though it is not a common occurrence.
Espace pour garer des vans
We are open to possibilities with those travelling on wheels.
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Plus de 2
Nombre d'heures attendues
approx 25 hrs/week
Feedback (96)
The time spent here was enjoyable and has taught us and inspired a lot.
We met the nicest hens ever, we will miss those girls.
We will also miss Oso the old puppy of Sharon, a magical bear looking for snacks:))
We have met beautiful people in this place that will remain… read more
Delightful people and any host would be lucky to have… read more
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The time spent here was enjoyable and has taught us and inspired a lot.
We met the nicest hens ever, we will miss those girls.
We will also miss Oso the old puppy of Sharon, a magical bear looking for snacks:))
We have met beautiful people in this place that will remain… read more
Delightful people and any host would be lucky to have… read more
Within a short walk there’s a grocery store, inexpensive… read more
We wish them well in their travels with wishes of many great adventures to come.
He cared for our chickens, did painting, gardening, acted as my interpreter when needed and many other times was a big help in many ways.
I wish him well in all his travels and he would be… read more
Two thumbs up to future hosts.
Wishing them well in their adventures!
Thanks guys!
I am very thankful he came our way.
Highly recommended to future hosts. Two thumbs up!
This was part of the pleasure of having them… read more
Muchisimo gracias Pedro! Wishing you well wherever you wander.
Wishing her well in her travels.
Though unfortunately I did not have the pleasure of meeting him in person, during my time away our property managers worked with Rodney and gave flying thumbs up for him. He was skilled, friendly and everything you hope for in a volunteer.
Thank you Rodney and I hope our paths… read more
Two thumbs up for future hosts!
Two thumbs up!
We wish them well.
Michel was always busy with one project or another and always to the best outcome.
We recommend them both for future hosts with two thumbs up!
Sharon provided rice and beans and we would regularly hitchhike to the nearest corner store. The hard work in a… read more
They were willing to help whenever and whatever was asked of them and with a smile..
We wish them well in their travels.
Thank you, we all miss you - including the girls (chickens)!
Taking care of the chickens and handling tasks like pruning vegetation, clearing paths, and… read more
Thank you for everything 🙏💚
My work experience : i did activities outside/inside according to the weather and needs. Everyday work is different, i did for example (raking… read more
We will miss his good natured spirit and wish him well in his travels.
Two thumbs up for future hosts!
Thank you Ilan.
We wish them well in their future travels. Thanks guys!
Two thumbs up for future hosts!
Thank you guys for giving me so much input. your place is amazing. thank you for all the work and love you… read more
Fabi also was always available wherever he was needed.
We highly recommend him to future hosts and hope he finds his way to people who appreciate his good will.
The doors here… read more
Sharon and Mac are wonderful people with a kindly and friendly attitude. Communication between us was clear. There were some small task which have to be done every day, and then we worked with a special… read more
Many projects they did while here, including helping to build a deck, painting, gardening, maintaining the jungle trails, cleaning the casitas, washing the vehicles, arranging beautiful flower… read more
Philip was particularly helpful with the varied maintenance needs that came up and Carolin did a great job cleaning and helping out with organization.
Lovely couple!
The hosts were brilliant throughout our stay and always accommodating to your strengths and weaknesses.
The tasks always varied so you never had one day exactly the same, the work was never too hard although some days you might get asked to do some more physical tasks,… read more
it's a wonderful place they have over there, a small part of tropical jungle just for you.
Quiet place for some resourcing and thinking and also a lot of different projects to work on.
Everyday is something different, that's perfect for you if you're bored easily doing the same work all the time 👍
The owners are an… read more
Any host would be lucky to have them!
We wish them well in their travels and hope… read more
We and the other volunteers enjoyed his company and he would be welcomed back whenever he passes our way!
The fields of work are very widespread and vary from wood construction, maintenance, cleaning of the guest houses, gardening and painting. There is different stuff to do everyday, and volunteers can learn a variety of new skills. Sharon and Mac always have an open ear for suggestions and… read more
They completed any job asked of them with quiet good nature.
They did such a great job with painting out entrance gate! Thank you… read more
They will help you on all you need and more: they are ever kind, never had a… read more
Sandra helped with anything and everything that was asked of her and did so with a smile and great energy. Our trails were transformed with her hard work.
Thank you Sandra and we hope you pass this way again. Our doors will always be open to you!
Derek helped with many projects and was willing to help with anything asked of him, he's a hard worker and has good work ethics. We loved having him stay here.
Any host would be lucky to have him stay.
Katrina helped in too many ways to list, but was a wonderful volunteer helping with the garden, cleaning, housesitting,… read more
We wish him well in his travels. The door will always be open for him to return.
They also leave to you your privacy, your space but they are always there if you need something :). The place is incredible, to say that… read more
Any host would be… read more
Sharon and Mac are both great people, with a lot of fascinating stories to tell. Sharon was very helpful and welcoming.
They have an awesome property in the jungle of Ojochal where you can meet a lot of animals (monkeys, parrots, frogs, birds, snakes, spiders…) and fruits trees from which you… read more
We would happily invite Dominik back with open arms… read more
Sharon and Mac are two very loving and nice people, from whom you can definitely learn a lot. You are accommodated in the middle of the roof jungle, so you can observe all the animals. Especially the variety of birds is simply breathtaking!
You can expect… read more
He will certainly be missed and we wish him good fortune and good times in his travels ahead.
The door will always be open for his return if he finds his way… read more
He was very helpful here taking care of bamboo railings and whatever was asked of him. We wish him well on his adventure.
We slept in a private room with bathroom, there are two other private rooms… read more
Thank you for your good company and delicious meals.
Wishing you well in your… read more
We volunteered at Sharon and Mac’s property for almost one month, from mid January through mid February. Firstly, their property is a magical jungle paradise. The smells, sounds and… read more
They were a fine addition to the place and would be welcomed back with open arms.
Yes, we also enjoyed having you stay with us here. Your smiling face will be missed!
Adam was a pleasure to host, always willing and ready to lend a hand wherever and whenever he could. He has a great sense of enthusiasm and wonder for Costa Rica and we wish him well wherever he goes.
We recommend him to future… read more
First of all, you'll get the unique experience of working and living in real jungle surroundings. Furthermore, not only beautiful in its looks but also in its purpose, since… read more
Anyone who has the luck of having him in their circle will indeed be happy they found… read more
Isabelle was a dear, tenderly coaxing new… read more
A big bonus is that he has extended his stay and will be teaching at a nearby school and so has become part of the community. A win win for all!
We hope he stays for a long time.
He would be… read more
They would be welcomed back with open arms. We miss… read more
Wishing them well always and we do hope they pass this way again.
Sharon and Mac are absolutely kind and welcoming, they treat you as family, they find tasks that fit your experience and wishes and they take the time to… read more
Super can-do talented guy with a wide range of knowledge. He took on projects with skill and expediency.
My only disappointment is that we expected him to stay for a month and he left in two weeks, but having said that, he probably got done in two weeks what would take others a month or… read more
We would gladly welcome them back whenever. Lovely people who are a pleasure to spend time with and are committed to doing their best.
Thank you guys - hope our paths cross again one day.
Thank you Shani!
Sharon and Mac are incredibly kind and are flexible with volunteering hours and tasks. I got to… read more
Thumbs up to future hosts for this lovely volunteer.
Inquisitive and easy going, she was available to help out wherever she could. Claire helped maintain the trails, and did a good job cleaning the casitas.
Future hosts will be pleased with Claire's help.
Wishing her well always ~
They helped with a range of projects and showed competence and willingness to learn in their work.
I highly recommend them to future hosts and would welcome them back in a heartbeat!
Including other projects, he helped create a new compost area in the jungle, made a concrete ramp for our new volunteer house expansion and was always willing and ready to lend a helping hand whenever - and always with a smile.
Maurice would be an… read more
Love Maurice
He helped in numerous projects including building a roof for our volunteer house extension, maintaining nature trails, painting - he did everything!
Thank you James! We wish you Happy Trails and please know you always are welcome back.
He will always have a place to stay here - we hope he finds his way back!
Wishing you well George - Thank you and Happy Trails wherever you roam.
Thank you Mark and Marionela for all your wonderful company and help here.
We wish you well in all you do and wherever you roam..
Anyone would be lucky to have this couple join your team!
Thanks for learning, experiencing and for your good… read more
The property and surrounding area is beautiful with… read more
Thank you Scott for all your assistance! Our doors are always open for your return should you find yourself in our part of the… read more
We would say that he works best in his own space and will be happiest keeping things… read more
We wish him well in all his endeavors and hope to see him again one day. He will always be welcomed!
He excelled in any project we asked of him. Most notably was videoing our Dharma Talks. Due to the shutdown we had to end our weekly gatherings here,… read more
Fabien worked well with the other volunteers and always with a friendly attitude. We were sorry to see him go and would welcome him back with open arms!
We wish him well in… read more
The place is really beautiful, very quiet, with a beautiful garden and a even a small forest in the property, so wildlife is pretty present.
I was staying with other volunteers in the volunteer's house and we were quite autonomous on our life and the work to do, having the instructions in the… read more
Wishing them both Happy Trails ~
Recommended!
Thank you Sharon ☺️
Thanks guys! Wishing you Happy Trails ~
They… read more
Wishing you Happy Trails wherever you go!
Two thumbs up for future hosts ~
You are already missed!
I'm only sorry we didn't have any sewing projects for her as she is a skilled seamstress, but she did help in many other ways and we are thankful for that.
Any host would find… read more
Two thumbs up for this volunteer!
Any future hosts would be lucky to have her come your way!
Highly recommended.
This was my very first Workaway experience and I consider myself very lucky that it worked out so perfectly for me -
the location is absolutely stunning and you could not ask for friendlier or more flexible hosts! The projects are numerous and varied so you… read more
Recommended to future hosts ~
Thank you Anna and Maarten!
Highly recommended.
Ojochal is a great place to discover the south pacific coast in your free time.
We have loved staying with them and can recommend them to everyone!
Recommended to future hosts - you'd be lucky to have her come your way!
Sharon is very kind and respectful her project in the garden and the yoga pavillion are awesome , the working schedule is very flexible , in general i had a great experience in this place. highly recommended.
Always easy going and friendly, never had issues with the other volunteers, creative and hard workers,… read more
Thank you Cassidy and we wish you well in all your travels ~
Thank you Collin for coming our way.
Wishing you great adventures!
Pura Vida ~
Thank you both for your good nature company and all you did to help out.
We only wish you could've stayed longer!
Wishing you great… read more
Anyone who has the luck to have her volunteer for them will be pleased. A very good volunteer!
Two thumbs up for this volunteer!
To future hosts who have the opportunity to have him stay - jump on it! You won't be disappointed.
Thank you Lucas for your hard work here… read more
Many thanks to Sharon for the… read more
We recommend them to future hosts and wish them well in their travels.
Merci beaucoup les filles!
Thank you Simon, we hope you return one day.
Pura Vida!
For sure i will return brushes in tow! I really love the place and the approach to the land,… read more
While we were away from our home, Geraldine watched over our animals and business, kept in touch with us and handled everything that came her way with competence and pleasure! She is a gentle soul and we we would welcome her back any time… read more
First I worked as a volounteer in the garden and cleaning the casitas and then I did housesitting because Sharon and Mac went on holidays.
I had an amazing time at this awesome place, I loved looking after the dogs and the cat and enjoyed the time with the volunteers.
I recommend this place to people who… read more
The work here was very relaxed and pleasant. Plenty of free time to
explore the beaches around, or relax in the hammock:))
Sharon also invited me and other volunteers to a couple of talks of inspiring people
and took us to the most amazing spot to watch the sunset.
Thank you for… read more
It was such a nice relief to be welcomed into their relaxing way of life. The work was simple and meditative and they offered plenty to do in Ojochal.
Thank you for showing us a fabulous workaway experience and… read more
Two thumbs up for these volunteers!
Sandrine was a big help in the garden, assisting with watering the thirsty plants, and also a big help with cleaning and readying the casitas for guests.
I would recommend her to other hosts as a "pleasure to have volunteer!"
Highly recommended!
Wishing her all good things in her travels. 5 Star Volunteer!
We give these workers two thumbs up for any hosts considerations, and hope their path crosses ours one day again in the… read more
The place is absolutely amazing, you will definitely not find anything like this anywhere else.
The working schedule is flexible, so you can do many other things during the day if you plan well.
Sharon and Mac are wonderful people, with some incredible stories which… read more
Lovely people who would be welcomed back any time.
Wishing them well in all they… read more
They will go far contributing to the world and we wish them all good things!
Two thumbs up - Thank you for your help ~
Pura Vida!
We would welcome her back and wish her well on her big adventure.
Two thumbs up!
I also spent time cleaning the beautiful casitas in this tropical getaway in a little village on the Costa Rican coast.
I… read more
Thank you for all your help (especially in the office!) and please come our way again if you ever find yourself in our part of the… read more
Anyone would be lucky to have these two travelers pass their way. Hard workers, interesting travel stories, and all around great people.
They did a first rate job sanding and staining our casita and we are most appreciative!
Wishing them Happy Trails with hopes they pass our way again. They… read more
We wish her well on her journey!
They will always have a place to stay if they find themselves… read more
We spent three weeks with on this stunning property in Ojochal and had a great time. We enjoyed our time doing various project around the garden (Permaculture water filtration system, garden beds etc... ) and really felt welcome and encouraged to get creative and take on new projects, which was to me… read more
Having said that, anyone who crosses paths with Carsten is lucky… read more
Unfortunately we only got to stay about 10 days but our experience was amazing. Sharon was just out of town for holidays so we only got to know Mac who is a great host and a positive and kind person! We would have stayed longer, but we had to start moving south because of our tight time schedule. Their property is… read more
I enjoyed Kat's company and wish her well wherever her paths take her.
Thank you Nate for the mark you left here! We do hope you return one day.
First off, and probably most important is that the owners of the property, Sharon and Mac, are just really good people. After working and living there for close to 1.5 months I consider them friends above anything. Second, the living… read more
They are missed and we do hope our paths cross again one day.
We wish him well in his travels and hope he comes our way again. He would always have a place to stay here !
They both were friendly and always ready to help with a smile.
Anyone would be… read more
We hope she finds her way back here again one day. She would be welcome with open arms.
Thank you Sofie for passing our way - we wish you Happy Trails.
I stayed here for 1,5 week some months ago and I can definitely recommend other workawayers to go there. Sharon and Mac are great hosts! They are friendly and easygoing and give you a lot of freedom to be independent with the many different tasks to be done. The property is beautiful, with a varity of exotic plants and… read more
Sharon and Mac were a great couple to volunteer with! They helped make my experience one that I will fondly remember when I think of my travels to Costa Rica. They were both so helpful and friendly, being there to give guidance for travel in the area and to tell interesting stories of their adventures in other countries. We… read more
These two were top notch! Always ready with a smile. Karl was so organized and did excellent work on his own without needing supervision. He is very knowledgeable and handy! Anne is very talented in her art and… read more
The accommodation was great too. We could work in many things at the garden And we learned a lot with the gardener about the plants.
We are very thankful for the moments we could live in this place!
We hope to see you again… read more
I recommend her to anyone wanting a hard worker and good company.
I wish her well in all her travels and hope she finds her way… read more