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We are a couple, who are living in our dream eco-house next to the Blue Mountains National Park. We have two ALPACAS that share the 2 acres we live on.
Amazing bushwalks begin at our home. Walk to Govetts Leap waterfall, Evans Lookout, the Grand Canyon, and Blue Gum Forest.
Please mention the word Alpaca in your first message to us, and please address our specific requirements (rather than sending us a generic message) otherwise we will think that you haven't read our profile properly.
Cheers, and safe travels!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
If you would like a homely, wondrous Blue Mountains experience, nestled in nature, without being surrounded by tourists, you`re welcome to stay with us. You will relax and unwind here, sit in front of the fire in the evenings, drink tea, go on bushwalks, feed the alpacas, and share stories. Then wake to amazing sunrises!
Especially quiet for those that have just come from a Vipassana meditation retreat.
We live in a new house on a two acres, next to the Blue Mountains National Park. Amazing bushwalks begin at our home. Walk to Govetts Leap waterfall, Evans Lookout, the Grand Canyon, and Blue Gum Forest.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need ENERGETIC help in the garden, mainly splitting firewood and moving big rocks with wheelbarrows to help us building garden beds. There are lots of small jobs, all requiring good strong MUSCLES.
We also need help with BUSH REGENERATION because there are weeds that have invaded the rare and endangered hanging swamp on our land.
We welcome non-smokers for 4 hours help a day (8 am - 12 pm) in exchange for a beautiful room and food. In the afternoon, you can go bushwalking, visit neighbouring towns, or relax in front of the fire.
We also need help in the house, mopping floors, and other cleaning duties.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Eco-cabin with a double bed, ensuite shower, wood stove, and garden views.
What else ...
We do not need help with clothes-washing or child-minding. It would be appreciated if any requests addressed our specific situation, not just a generic email sent to multiple hosts.
Initial stays of 3 - 5 days would be preferred, and then open to negotiation after that.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week
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She is enthusiastic and self-directed. She’s been a massive help for us.
In the afternoons, she went… read more
The work consisted of around 4 hours in the bush for bush regeneration. I liked it because I learned a… read more
Marsh and Ava were great hosts. the cabin I lived in was gorgeous and the food provided was amazing.
the tasks I had were all easy and everything was discussed beforehand.
there are some great walks just around the corner from their place.
I can really… read more
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She is enthusiastic and self-directed. She’s been a massive help for us.
In the afternoons, she went… read more
The work consisted of around 4 hours in the bush for bush regeneration. I liked it because I learned a… read more
Marsh and Ava were great hosts. the cabin I lived in was gorgeous and the food provided was amazing.
the tasks I had were all easy and everything was discussed beforehand.
there are some great walks just around the corner from their place.
I can really… read more
They don't ask for too much and you get plenty of time to enjoy the amazing area of Blackheath in the afternoon. They can tell you all about the most recommended hikes.
Loved the meals and many conversations together, as well… read more
They have a lovely house, provided nice food and we had great talks. The cabin provided for people to stay in is very cosy and I felt at home right away! I collected kindling, raked grass and cleaned windows. Afternoons were always free and there are nice walks in the area. I was always invited to… read more
We had some wonderful conversations around the kitchen table. She was always very respectful of our home and a wonderful guest.
We are very grateful for… read more
Not only was the accommodation a beautiful cabin with a fire place in an amazing spot but the hosts Marsh and Ava are so kind and hospitable. They made delicious fresh meals and advised us on local attractions. We had a great time chatting with them over meals and cannot thank them enough.
We… read more
They are both great communicators and welcomed me with great warmth and nice food from their garden. Besides all the good food and great talks while breakfast, lunch and dinner I really enjoy the stay in the… read more
Due to weather conditions, the work was more wearying. However, I was… read more
He was very polite, respectful, friendly, & a good conversationalist. He has a slight tendency to be absent-minded but he happily accepts instruction.
I’d host him again with pleasure. In… read more
The communication and expectations were clearly set out and allowed for a comfortable stay, and for me to feel as though I contributed and held up my end… read more
