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Last replied
12 May 2024
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Description
We have a small horse farm close to the beach in suburban Melbourne. It's a little slice of rural heaven with all the great benefits of being close to the art, culture and food options of the city which is easily accessible by public transport. The beach is a short bus trip or a 15 minute bike ride away. We have a nearly new little cabin for accommodation. With the dogs, cats and horses it's perfect if you want to spend some time with animals. We are used to visitors, regularly having our Danish extended family visiting.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a well travelled Australian/Danish family. The lady of the house likes all things horse but with a special interest in classical dressage and is a riding instructor. Father and son are sport crazy, especially athletics and soccer. We are happy to share an insight into our lucky lovely Australian life.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
With 19 horses there is always something to do! Especially now that quite a few are elderly and need a bit more attention. It would be great to get some help with feeding and care of the horses. There are also lots of routine jobs like fixing fences, weed control and painting. Our garden areas could also benefit from some more attention.
Languages spoken
Danish: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We built a teenager retreat but now our teenager is grown up and moved out of home to his own apartments, this nearly new cabin is available for a visiting Workawayer. It comfortably sleeps 2 with a bedroom, little kitchenette, living room and toilet. This means that it would be easy to prepare simple meals in the cabin but share a main evening meal with the family.
What else ...
There are so many things to do in Melbourne, we are close to the beach and have close public transport.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
It is possible to "work from home" at Blinkbonnie in addition to helping out with the horses. There is a fast internet connection.
Space for parking camper vans
Most Vans could be accommodated. Please let us know the size to double check.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (1)
I enjoyed every day, got good and clear instructions and loved the tasks I had to do, which included helping with the totally well educated and lovely horses and some gardening around the house. It felt great to have my own responsibilities, to be welcomed by… read more
Feedback
I enjoyed every day, got good and clear instructions and loved the tasks I had to do, which included helping with the totally well educated and lovely horses and some gardening around the house. It felt great to have my own responsibilities, to be welcomed by… read more
