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I am a former barrister, and my wife a former textile designer. We have 2 sons aged 21 and 17 and two Labrador dogs. We have a Georgian house and 18 acres of gardens open to the public for 60 days. There is a 35 acre farm with Dexter cattle and other animals. The house overlooks the sea and the whole area is spectacularly beautiful.
Types of help and learning opportunities
GardeningDIY and building projectsFarmstay helpGeneral MaintenanceUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will pick up or improve all sorts of manual skills as they work here. And appreciate and the beauty of the area and the charm of living in Ireland.
Help
We have a wide variety of tasks to do. General Maintenance of the gardens and land; this includes using strimmers, hedge cutters, and a miniature tractor. Reroofing basic farm buildings.
Languages spoken
German: Intermediate
French: IntermediateAccommodation
They will live in a comfortable self contained 2 bedroomed flat (one is a double) in the courtyard. It has wi fi, central heating, washing machine and dryer. They will generally cook their own meals from food supplied by us but will I hope join us for meals from time to time.
What else ...
The estate is on the edge of the village of Castletownshend which, though small, has been included in the book about the 100 most beautiful villages in Ireland. It is 8km from the market town of Skibbereen which has a flourishing live music scene, an Arts centre, and a Saturday market. There are 2 bicycles, a 2 seater kayak (for those who want to explore the natural harbour and inlets), and beautiful walks. Those staying here generally love it.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 6 hours a day, 5 days a week
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