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Host rating
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Last replied
24 Feb 2024
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Description
Kerrie works as an illustrator / painter and Hugh works as a carpenter/ builder.We have pet dogs and chickens. Kangaroo Valley is 2 hours south of Sydney and about 30 minutes from Berry [ on the coast] and Bowral in the Southern Highlands.
We have a healthy lifestyle and love to eat healthy food, believe in growing organic food and looking after our environment in an ecologically sound way.
We are in the process of building a workshop, and clearing the bush ready for next summer, stacking wood,pruning, weeding and mulching for spring.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Sharing knowledge and experience about art making, carpentry, gardening and growing ones own food. Learning about water conservation and whats its like to live in the Australian bush.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help in garden, pruning, weeding, mulching and general garden maintenance. Firewood stacking and
general jobs around the home.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Separate studio for one or two people.
What else ...
We live in a very picturesque part of Australia, close to a river, great bush walks and an abundance of wildlife including many different bird species, Kangaroos, wombats. You will have an experience of whats its like to live in the bush with bush walks/ hiking from the back door. Free to experience any local activities happening at the time of your stay. Cycling to the village, bicycles available.
7 mile beach 40 minutes away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
any type of van is fine and can be 50 metres from house
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5hrs /day, max 25 hours/week
Feedback (8)
During our stay we had some unforgettable wildlife encounters with highlights being wombats, reptiles and echidnas! We loved talking to Kerrie and Hugh about the amazing animals they share their home with and shared our passion in caring for wildlife.
The meals cooked for us… read more
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During our stay we had some unforgettable wildlife encounters with highlights being wombats, reptiles and echidnas! We loved talking to Kerrie and Hugh about the amazing animals they share their home with and shared our passion in caring for wildlife.
The meals cooked for us… read more
The main entrance task was painting the window frames which was fun. Kerry made always sure I'm alright and just cooked the best (!) food! The place is in the middle of nature, quite and… read more
best wishes
Kerrie and Hugh.!
We learnt a lot of things, thanks to help us with our english too. Dogs were part of our team work, they are so endearing!!!
Hugh is a very courageous person, Kerry is the best cook she prepares very good meal, they invite us at their… read more
