Profile information
Host rating
100 %
Last replied
22 Apr 2024
Reply rate
95.7 %
Usually responds within 5 days
Feedback
12
Email verified
Badges (2)
Details
Description
Hi!
We are a vibrant family of four adults and four young adults aged 21-25 - two boys and two girls. We have dogs, cats, and a 100 year old house which always seems to be a natural gathering place. Our property is a seven acre, sunny slice of heaven in Metchosin BC, just 30 minutes west of Victoria. Enjoy a morning coffee on the deck overlooking the ocean and mountains. Nearby are some of the best beaches and hikes on the south island. We operate a small hobby farm and we would love to host someone with a variety of skills, and an eagerness to jump in on any project!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Whether you are interested in practicing english, exploring the wilderness of Vancouver Island, or developing cooking, gardening or construction skills, our house offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in which to learn.
Help
Volunteering will vary according to what needs to be done as well as skills being offered. Projects we always need help with: gardening, pulling invasive weeds, woodwork, painting.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
Our current project is to finish up the new workaway suite-- perhaps you can jump in & help us finish it when you arrive!
In the meantime, there are plenty of places for you to stay depending on what's on the go at the time. Enjoy the cabin amongst the garry oaks. The loft bedroom in the barn suite. Or one of the spacious bedrooms in our home-- stunning views guaranteed!
What else ...
Public transit exists but can be a challenge in this neighbourhood, so having your own car is definitely an advantage. We are close to The Galloping Goose - a walk/bike path which takes you into town. It's about 1.25 hrs by bike to downtown Victoria. A 1 hr drive northwest takes you past Sooke and onto a rugged part of Vancouver Island's coast. There are several good beaches out there as well as access to the Juan de Fuca Trail.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (8)
Feedback
These are extra optional ratings when members leave feedback. The average rating left for each option is displayed.
Accuracy of profile:
(5.0)
Cultural exchange:
(5.0)
Communication:
(5.0)
Many animals (most of then are deer) come to see how our work progressing in the garden it's amazing !
Thank you for your warm welcoming.
