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Join us on our family homestead near the Atlantic ocean in Nova Scotia, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    We are Gwen and Rocky. We have a couple of spare rooms and love meeting new people. We sometimes use our space for short-term rentals but the tourist season is short here. Hosting is a way to share our home and lives with like-minded people in exchange for help.
    We've had pretty clear goals for this property for the six years that we've owned here but now have had some significant life changes that require refocusing on basic daily maintenance and upkeep, especially to support Gwen with guest rooms, cleaning and cooking.
    Gardens are a priority between May and October. Rocky is a lobster fisherman in May and June.
    *Please note that any photos of yellow dogs are old (they're gone now.) We have two young, brown and black, large dogs with bad manners.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    This is a traditional maritime rural community. We enjoy kitchen parties, bonfires and meals on the shore during cooperative weather. We don't play but music is important on the island and at nearby events.

  • Help

    Help

    We have a family homestead with a few chickens, and vegetable gardens. You can't see it from our house, but you can hear and smell the Atlantic Ocean less than 1000m away. We are looking for general assistance, it is mostly inside cleaning, organizing and cooking help in the winter months and outside tending the gardens, cutting/splitting/stacking wood in the summer.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We share our life and home. We are omnivores, our big meals are together, and everyone helps with prep and cleanup. Taking a turn at preparing a meal for the group is encouraged. Breakfasts and lunches are more casual, you may get your own or take turns preparing it, always mindful that you're responsible for any mess you make.
    We have 2 spare bedrooms and all share 1 bathroom.
    Because we could have guests at any moment, our home is always on display, ready. We are very tidy and like things kept that way, including your personal space. We prefer that bedroom doors are left open when you're not in them so that the hall receives light and a cross breeze in the summer.
    If you don't wipe the water off the counter or straighten the towels after you're done, you're creating work for someone else.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have a couple of bikes available for touring the area.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We don't have a dedicated space for someone permanently, but they would have suitable internet and we could put a desk in the bedroom.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have water and electric hookup.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

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A house with a partially constructed porch is the scene, featuring a man on a ladder, a truck with lumber, and a serene blue sky with white clouds in the background.
The image depicts two dogs, a brown and black Labrador Retriever, lying on a wooden deck in a grassy area with trees and a path in the background.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a vibrant red Adirondack chair, lush green grass, and a majestic tree, set against a brilliant blue sky.
The image depicts a serene rural scene featuring a weathered wooden barn, a lush green lawn, and a vibrant garden, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts the interior of a wooden shed, featuring a concrete floor, various gardening tools and supplies, and a few potted plants situated outside the shed\'s open door.
The image depicts a cozy bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and window, featuring a floral patterned comforter and curtains, and a checkered wallpaper on the wall behind the bed.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a group of people gathered around a campfire, surrounded by a tranquil ocean and a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a middle-aged couple taking a selfie on a wooden deck overlooking a serene body of water and lush green hills.
The image depicts a man and woman standing beside a snowman, with two dogs sitting in front of them, all set against a snowy winter landscape.
The image depicts a serene forest scene, featuring a small stream, lush greenery, and a clear sky, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The scene is peaceful and idyllic.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a vast expanse of sand, a cloudy sky, and a distant grassy area, evoking a sense of tranquility.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a grassy field, a winding stream, and a few trees, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The scene is peaceful and idyllic.
The image depicts a man and woman in a kitchen, with the woman holding an egg and standing beside a chalkboard with a pantry list.

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