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Host rating
65 %
Last replied
28 Apr 2023
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1
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Description
We are a family of four who live in the countryside near Kilkenny in Ireland, We have two boys aged 11 and 13. We have a glamping (posh camping site) and need some help with this as well as with the boys. We need help with cleaning the glamping site, meeting guests etc Helping out with some general maintenace and gardening. We live about 2km from a small town which has an arty/vibrant feel.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The travellers will meet people/tourists through their work with the glampsite. They will be exposed to Irish culture through their interaction with the family and kids. They will have the opportunity to visit local sites, and attend music/sporting events. They can learn about gardening also.
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Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
We need some help with the glamping site (making beds, light cleaning and meeting guests). Ideally would suit someone who is studying tourism or hopitality and would like to get some practical experience. We need some help in the garden and polytunnel and with the boys (playing football,, doing some art activities and babysitting occasionally).
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Seperate cottage adjacent to the house with own bedroom, bathroom and cooking facilities. They can partake in family meals if they like or eat independantly, the option is theirs.
What else ...
We have a bicycle available if the helper would like to use it. The local town is 2km and there are transport links from there to Kilkenny and other cities (Dublin etc). We have had au pairs in the past and they usually met other volunteers/au pairs and socialised with them. They are opportunities for walking,cycling and canoeing in the area.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (1)
The place itself is gorgeous, a fantastic glamping site with a beautiful forest to explore next door. The cottage I stayed in was perfect as I had privacy and a complete sense of home. The work is easy even if the glamping was a bit physical but nothing too hard for anyone to… read more
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The place itself is gorgeous, a fantastic glamping site with a beautiful forest to explore next door. The cottage I stayed in was perfect as I had privacy and a complete sense of home. The work is easy even if the glamping was a bit physical but nothing too hard for anyone to… read more
