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Help us around our home and garden while exploring beautiful wine region in Naramata, Canada

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    Description

    We (Stewart & Deborah) live in the beautiful village of Naramata, B.C in Canada. We have 2 children who are at college. We used to travel extensively before settling down in the Okanagan Valley.We worked on private yachts for 8 years. Our 1.3 acre property consists of a small vineyard, a vegetable garden and lots of trees. We need help in the spring and Autumn with general upkeep of the property. This will mostly consist of things like pruning bushes and trees, weeding, painting outdoor structures, and some carpentry projects.

    We run a small business and are generally pretty busy during the week. It would be helpful if workawayers could take their 2 days off during the week so we could work together at weekends. Workers would be asked to help 4-5 hours per day, 5 days per week in return for room and board. Workawayers should be comfortable being left to do tasks without constant supervision as we may not be around much during the week. Most of our meals are vegetarian based. We occasionally eat fish.

    We have 2 dogs and 2 cats so anyone with allergies to these animals would not be suited to our house.

    We like to drink wine occasionally but do not want any drugs on the property.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We have travelled a lot and are very happy to swap experiences with travellers and help them improve their English. There are many wineries in the area for those interested in learning more about wine and winemaking.

  • Help

    Help

    Our workawayers so far have helped tidy up the property immensely with a mix of garden work and painting . We had some experienced carpenters who also built some awesome raised beds. Basically any help with yard work /gardening is great and if someone has carpentry experience to work on fencing or other woodwork projects that's a bonus.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Accommodations for workawayers is a lovely self contained area with its own bathroom and cooking area. If we are not around to make and share meals we ask that workawayers cook their own meals with food we would provide. This would not be very often. We can accommodate either one couple or 2 individuals who would each have their own room with a shared bathroom and a shared living space.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Naramata is a quiet village about 15 minutes drive from the nearest town of Penticton. There is a beautiful lake and lovely beaches. We have a store and a pub in the village. We have a canoe that can be used on the lake. There is a very limited bus service twice per day. Volunteers would be welcome to catch a ride into town whenever we are heading in for groceries or errands. There are lots of lovely hiking trails, beautiful bike rides and lots of wineries to visit. The area is not suitable for people who are looking for an exciting night life. Having a car would be helpful if you want to sight see beyond Naramata. We have bikes that can be used to sightsee locally and try to show our workawayers the area as much as possible when time allows.
    We cannot accommodate other pets or families with young children.

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    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

    Our wifi signal is good.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have a long driveway that can accommodate a camper.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a pergola with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation. The scene is peaceful and inviting.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a garden, chicken coop, and rolling hills, with houses and trees scattered throughout.
A deer is standing in a field with a fence in the background. The deer is looking at the camera and appears to be posing for the photo. The field is green and grassy.
The image depicts a three-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a yard, set against a clear blue sky on a sunny day.
The image depicts a bathroom with a white bathtub, shower curtain, and tile walls, featuring a soap bar, towel, and toiletries on the tub\'s edge.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a pergola with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island, featuring a sink and granite countertops.
The image depicts a living room with a couch, coffee table, and TV, featuring a large window and a doorway, with a white wall and a beige floor. The room is well-lit and has a neutral color scheme.
The image depicts a living room with a table and chairs, featuring a large window and a doorway, with a wall and floor visible in the background. The room is well-lit and has a neutral color scheme.
The image depicts a serene vineyard scene, featuring lush greenery, rolling hills, and a cloudy sky, with a wooden deck in the foreground.
The image depicts a man standing on a road with two dogs, set against a picturesque backdrop of rolling hills and a serene lake under a blue sky with white clouds.
A man is harvesting grapes in a vineyard, standing between rows of grapevines, with a cart full of freshly picked grapes nearby.
The image depicts two dogs sitting in a grassy vineyard, surrounded by rows of grapevines and trees, with a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, trees, and flowers, set against a backdrop of mountains and a large body of water under a clear blue sky.

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