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Description
I invite helpers ( over 25 years of age) to the North West of Ireland - Sligo, for a cultural experience and to practice their English while helping in the garden and around the house. I have travelled myself and done a lot of work away type work so enjoy having people to stay. The property is a old stone house on 3/4 acre surrounded by mature trees. It is a very beautiful spot and while the work can be very physical it is enjoyable and restful to be in such a beautiful setting .I live 10 mins from the sea - great for swimmimg and surfing and there are many beautiful walks around also. The garden itself is ideal for yoga, movement practice and meditation. While here you will be staying in the cabin in the garden or in the old stone house. I look forward to meeting you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am very happy to offer help with learning English.In addition my garden is chemical free and constantly being changed and modified so you will learn about wild gardening, permaculture, tree maintenace and working with water - 2 streams in the garden, damp and dry soils . For those interested in household chores you learn about chalk painting and delicious cooking!
Help
I ask for 5 hours help per day in exchange for accommodation and food. Generally you will be helping in the garden, tending vegetables and plants, clearing streams, cutting, strimming, pruning, cutting and stacking wood, possiblly painting the cabin and other more household like chores. I will work away from the gardens myself some days so you will be asked to share cooking and chores but generally we will live in shared space and share tasks as much as possible
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Accommodation
You will be staying in a wooden cabin ( on a futon) in the garden or in the stone house ( bed ) The cabin is a short distance from the loo and kitchen but very self contained and restful
If Workaways help 5 hours per day, for 5 days, all food ( largely vegetarian) will be supplied. At weekends accomodation and breakfast and lunch are covered but not evening meals.
What else ...
Swimming, surfing, hillwalking, climbing and partaking in some of the many cultural events that happen in Sligo is all accessible. Public transport is limited but available within certain times. Your own vehicle is useful but not absolutely necessary. I ask people to share this space with me and every other living creature here with an awareness of the impact we have on each other and the environment and treat all with respect. Smoking is not allowed in the cabin or house, Food will be largely vegetarian though not all.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (5)
She worked with me for 10 days doing such tasks as weeding, clearing, cooking and generally filling the garden and my home with fun, lightheartedness, energy, intelligence and an easy going manner.she was flexible, accommodating visitors I had and open to changes in my schedule which… read more
Her home is filled with love and kindness, generosity, ease and laughter. I spend 10 days with her mostly weeding, a bit of replanting, clearing some overgrown areas. I have worked very gladly in her beautiful garden and I am happy to have given back a little bit by tending to it.
Therese has been… read more
She has a beautiful garden where it is pleasant to work even if the work is hard. And, as a reward for our efforts we had delicious… read more
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She worked with me for 10 days doing such tasks as weeding, clearing, cooking and generally filling the garden and my home with fun, lightheartedness, energy, intelligence and an easy going manner.she was flexible, accommodating visitors I had and open to changes in my schedule which… read more
Her home is filled with love and kindness, generosity, ease and laughter. I spend 10 days with her mostly weeding, a bit of replanting, clearing some overgrown areas. I have worked very gladly in her beautiful garden and I am happy to have given back a little bit by tending to it.
Therese has been… read more
She has a beautiful garden where it is pleasant to work even if the work is hard. And, as a reward for our efforts we had delicious… read more
There was no task that I requested that was refused. She painted, cleaned, cleared, helped to make raised beds, bedded down planting using woodchip and cardbard, cooked, weeded, planted and I found her… read more
It was a pleasure to work in the wild, quiet, impressive and inspiring garden, where you hear nothing but birds,… read more
The work in the garden and in general maintenance is interessing, and what a lovely place to work ! The garden and cottage of Therese are wonderful and welcoming.
I encourage you to visit Therese and work with, she was really nice, had work with me and help with my english in progress… read more
