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We have a large property located 40 km from the nearest large town. We are 1 1/2 hrs from Victoria and Nanaimo on Vancouver island. On the property is a duplex and a smaller cabin with gardens on the half acre. Surrounded by forest with lake and mountain views. My partner and I have lived here over 30 years. Need assistance with renovations and garden cleanup as well as other projects on another property. Looking for someone that has an interest and skills in the construction field. I can teach a helper in basic construction.
We can provide transportation from the nearest ferry terminal, airport or bus depot to our home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I can teach the basic construction of a home from foundation to completion. The area is surrounded by forest with elk roaming past our home regularly. There are two kayaks for use in the lake and plenty of mountain trails to explore. If you are looking for peace and quiet you will find that here.
Help
Construction interest or experience would be ideal. Gardening cleanup and planting of organic vegetables. We have timber bamboo, banana palms, and palm trees growing at our home.
One project, is to renovate a laundry room from floor to ceiling including minor electrical services.
We do not ask anyone to do a task that we have not already done or that i cannot do myself we just need assistance doing things now that we are older.
There are plenty of other small projects here that I need assistance with to be completed. Want to complete the laundry room sand and refinish floors in duplex , install new kitchen cabinets, replace 2woidstoves and chimneys.
I Will be working alongside you as work progresses also looking for someone that can help unsupervised one day per week and motivated to complete a project.
Projects may be done during the day or during evening hours. This will give you more flexibility to enjoy your leasure time during the day.
Financial compensation may be considered for the right candidate.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We have the tiny home on our property that would be your accommodation. There is a loft bed and a fold out double futon on the main floor. We will provide all grocery needs but meal preparation for yourself will be up to you. We do share our meals when we can. This would be like having your own home during your stay.
What else ...
Youbou is located on the shores of Cowichan lake a prestine lake with beaches, hiking trails and many opportunities for swimming, fishing and other water activities. We have a canoe, two kayaks bike for your use. Hiking trails are abundant on the mountain behind the home. Wild life is abundant in the area from Roosevelt elk deer and bears. Bowling alley dance hall and rec center are a block away.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a small acreage with a creek and waterfalls that is private and you would hear the waterfalls as you go to sleep
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Thank you very much for the warm welcome! I was able to wind down very well and do meaningful work at the same time. I also really enjoyed the conversations with you and was able to familiarise myself a little with the language.
The accommodation was very cosy and the variety of nature all around strengthened my connection to… read more
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Thank you very much for the warm welcome! I was able to wind down very well and do meaningful work at the same time. I also really enjoyed the conversations with you and was able to familiarise myself a little with the language.
The accommodation was very cosy and the variety of nature all around strengthened my connection to… read more
One of the highlights was the opportunity to immerse myself in various gardening… read more
I slept in a tiny home super nice!
You will wake up with the sound of birds every morning.
The place is surrounded by trees and nature.
There is a beach 10/15 minutes walk away if you want to appreciate the area and if you need… read more
