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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
9 Apr 2024
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Description
Natalie and, 3 kids 13, 9 and 5, Peggy the dog, Fly the horse, a couple of cats, a black sheep, and 20something chickens, living in a beautiful 1860s house on 3 acres in the Macedon Mountain Ranges of Victoria.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live in a rural part of the country, despite being only an hour by train to Melbourne, the best city in Australia. The lifestyle around here is glorious. Very relaxed, eating from the land, and caring for nature. There are lots of native animals around this area, and waterfalls, hikes and incredible natural attractions. The local towns are super pretty and have great shops and galleries and bars/restaurants.
Projects involving children
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Help
Lots of gardening needs to be done so I'd appreciate help with that. Weeding, pruning, collecting firewood. There might be easy small jobs assisting my renovations, and the odd bit of kitchen fun, and chilling with kiddos!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Beautiful large heritage room in our home, separate private bathroom to yourself. Plenty of living areas and verandahs for peaceful private times or joining in.
What else ...
We are only an hour away from Melbourne, and a short drive from the direct train line with plenty of trains into the city every day. Our local area has many beautiful towns with markets, shops and cafés, and lots of beautiful national parks and natural attractions. We have a lot of local birds and wildlife.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
I definitely have heaps of space and access to power and bathrooms if you want to stay in your own vehicle, but you can choose when you get here or do both!
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
4-5
Feedback (12)
Natalie and the childrens were so nice with us ! She cooked us all the diners during 2 weeks and she integrate us in her personal life.
We visit some cute villages around. We… read more
Natalie is a very warm, welcoming host and getting to spend time with her and her family was a lovely experience (along with the animals too of course). Alongside the workaway work, which involved work in the beautiful garden, we also got to spend time seeing the local sights and markets, an immersive… read more
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Natalie and the childrens were so nice with us ! She cooked us all the diners during 2 weeks and she integrate us in her personal life.
We visit some cute villages around. We… read more
Natalie is a very warm, welcoming host and getting to spend time with her and her family was a lovely experience (along with the animals too of course). Alongside the workaway work, which involved work in the beautiful garden, we also got to spend time seeing the local sights and markets, an immersive… read more
Natalie you are the best,,Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to live… read more
Wolfgang loves lego. He was great creator.
Hugo really likes eating. He looks like a small monster. That's so cute.
They're awesome family in the world. I really like them.
I really felt like i was part of the family. I had such a great time and I'm really, really thankful for… read more
Thank you so much Natalie & Nils for your warm hearted hospitality. My 11 day stay at your most humble of abodes was an altogether pleasant experience. Natalie, your breezy nature and cordiality made me feel instantly at home. As a working guest I aimed to repay your generosity and great food with a few simple chores throughout the course of… read more
