Gardening, painting and maintenance.

Spain

5

The experience was amazing! Sean is a really kind person and he listen to you about your interests and concerns. This experience is perfect if you want to improve your English and your skills on hostels. The place is nice and you gonna have time for disconnect and discover the island :)

24 days ago

Brazil

2

The guest house is a beautiful place in a beautiful island! The meals and accommodation are great. Unfortunately, I didn't get along with the host. He asked me to leave on my first day because, according to him, the work couldn't be done with crutches, which I had because I'm healing from a foot injury. While I looked for another place, I did all the work needed with no problem šŸ¤·ā€ā™€ļø I understand that I hadn't warned him, but that was only because I knew I'd be able to do the tasks, as I did. Besides the ableism, he was very respectful all the time and was friendly to the other volunteers.

21 days ago

SeƔn replied

It is my belief that a broken leg needs time to heal and regrettably, doing chores with us with a broken leg would not be the right medicine. Kind regards, SeƔn.

United Kingdom

5

I had such a great time on this experience. Sean is knowledgeable, kind, and wants you to have the best time whilst on the island. He trust you and values your opinion and judgement in the work you do. The work is about 4-5 hours a day but Sean is flexible depending on your needs. The island itself is stunning and you really do need a month to explore it!

5 months ago

Brazil

5

My experience at the guest house was great. Sean was always very generous and when I arrived he and the other volunteers held meetings to distribute the weekly work. My room was very comfortable and I felt at home. The job is easy to learn. I learned how to make Irish breakfast and saw beautiful places on the island. The nature here is fantastic. Some days we have more work than others. It largely depends on the number of guests. I just have to thank Sean for this experience. I would like to go back someday.

6 months ago

SeƔn replied

Thank you Gabriela for your kind words. We enjoyed having you with us for the six weeks and I am glad that you also enjoyed the stay. Your help was invaluable. You assistance was absolutely essential!
Good luck with future experiences and hopfully we might see you back again. Kind regards, SeƔn.

United States

5

My time at the guest house was exceptional. I truly enjoyed every moment on Inis MĆ³r. The tasks were completed easily, hours respected, and Sean is a great host! I absolutely recommend this experience.

6 months ago

Colombia

5

Inishmore is a beautiful island and the scenery is breathtaking. If you're looking to spending time in nature and disconnecting from the noise/stress of the big cities, this is the place to be. There are many touristic places you can visit and the beach is just a few minutes away walking from the lodge. Sean, the host, knows a great deal about his homeland and he can teach you a lot. He also needs all the help he can get and gives you the freedom to work on different areas where you might help him. Overall a great experience in an amazing place. Thanks Sean for all of your help!

7 months ago

SeƔn replied

Thank you Carolina for your kind words and for your assistance over the past month. I am glad that you enjoyed the experience and I wish you all the best going forward. Kind regards, Sean.

Brazil

5

Mr SeĆ”n gave a very welcome, he was respectful with an Irish sense of humour. Just enjoy. šŸ˜…The tasks were distributed equally in my experience,but with agreements made with the staff themselves. My tip for anyone who wants to come to the Lodge is to follow the instructions for the day. Don't focus on the kitchen if you have many bedrooms and bathrooms to clean. If there are many guests at breakfast, it's okay to clean the kitchen alone. The demand of the day that need pay attention. It was a positive experience, I recommend it.The island is beautiful and the locals are always friendly. šŸ¤—

7 months ago

SeƔn replied

Thank you Priscilla for all your help and your good advice. It was a great pleasure to have you with us for a month. I am delighted that it was a positive experience for you . Good luck going forward. Kind regards -SeƔn.

United States

5

I had a great time on the island. The island and the property are beautiful. The work is easy and the task are repetitive. You need to come with a team mentality and be ready to change tasks at a moments request, but overall great experience. There were some disagreement between management which put stress on the volunteers because it was a lot of drama, but I tried to stay out of it and just be helpful. To work at this location you need to be laid back and willing to voice your opinion and concerns as the owner likes to discuss ideas even if they are not implemented.

8 months ago

SeƔn replied

Interesting feedback - helpful . Thank you !
We do get very good reviews from guests and the Lodge is considered an oasis of peace. !

Canada

5

This was my first world packer's experience, and it was a wonderful one. Sean was an amazing, kind-hearted, and generous host. The island was breathtakingly beautiful and serene. Whenever the weather was good, Sean would allow me to leave early and go check out the island and all its sites either by walking or by bikes available at the lodge. He would also give me a ride back into the village if I ever needed anything or whenever I needed to go to the pier to take the ferry to Galway City. I would highly recommend this place for any volunteer.

12 months ago

SeƔn replied

Thank you Kiran for your kind words as well as all the help and guidance that you gave us during your stay. You did make an impact! I am glad that you enjoyed your time with us. I wish you the best of luck in all adventures. Kind regards, SeƔn.

Germany

4

The location is incredibly beautiful and perfect for relaxation due to its serene and peaceful environment. Both the guest accommodation and the volunteer house are very cozy. Having my own room was a plus, the tasks were quite straightforward, but you have to go with the daily changing flow. Nevertheless there were a few disagreements within the managementā€¦ I recommend a stay of up to 4 weeks, as staying longer might start to feel a bit isolated. And to bring books and games! The beach is conveniently close by and having access to a bicycle was great. Thanks to Michelle an SeĆ”n! :)

9 months ago

SeƔn replied

Thank you Petra for your review. I am happy to hear that the serene and peaceful environment as well as having your own room helped you relax while with us.
Nimo - also from Germany stayed with us as a guest for two nights - and left today. He told me that he has travelled the world and he put his experience on the Island with us at number 1. Worldpackers and visitors to Aran find Aran Walkers Lodge a very peaceful and relaxed environment .
I understand what you mean about a few disagreement among the management -they were indeed few- even lovers are not always of the same opinion.
I will take your point on board to ensure Worldpackers have a good experience with us - while most rate us highly - we will do our best so that all Worldpackers will rate us highly. Kind regards SeƔn.

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