A forest paradise with its own creek. Horses, Dogs, Gardens....in New South Wales, Australia

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    Skyvalley is on the mid north coast, about an hour from Port Macquarie. I had a small permaculture farm. We were extensively burnt in the 2019 bushfires. I am rebuilding, replanting, refencing and Im looking for help.
    The property is stunning 400 acres surrounded by state forest. Half is still forest. There is a permanent creek and plenty of rainforest and wild life. I have horses dogs and poultry. Its quite secluded the nearest town is Wauchope 40mins.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    i guess the thing I can offer is how to do anything with limited resources. Natural building skills. Forestry. Gardening. Its hands on lateral and challenging. But its also swimming in the creek hanging out and relaxing. I try to mix it up. If you like horses and dogs....

  • Help

    Help

    I keep my days varied. Current projects. A roof over the living area, kitchen build. Regeneration work, mostly weeding, fencing, extending gardens. Horse care and occasional dog sitting. If you can drive any machinery there is earthworks and I could do with some building experience or expertise :)
    There is forest weeding along the creek edges and as the weather warms up this is a lovley thing to be doing.
    Mostly the work is unskilled and a willing attitude is all thats required. I have so much to do I think there is something to fit whatever interests people bring. Im happy if you just want to take a bit of the domestic load.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    A self contained container, with bathroom and bunk style beds. The inside can be changed around to accomodate a double....

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Lots of nature out here. Port Macquarie has beaches. Both Port and Wauchope have the usual bars and cafes. Best op shops ever. Im happy for you to enjoy the property, there are lovely walks into the rainforest.
    I have a fairly relaxed pace so I mix up my day between working and swimming. I dont have any timetables or expectations around hours. I tend to work seasonally so this time of year is mornings and evenings I am an artist but I havent got back into that post fire. Its been a long haul.
    I do markets most weekend so I can offer you rides and returns to various locations in the area, most of them beachside. There is a school bus weekdays.

    Please be aware that we are still recovering from bush fires and floods and covid times. The facilities are functional but basic and the whole place is still a bit of a schmozzle...This is a ground up minimal resource rebuild lots of fun but things are basic.

  • 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

    Unlimited fast internet via starlink

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Road is rough more suited to a 4wd...but i get my 2wd in here :O

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 631385389839

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