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Beschreibung
Hello!
If you're a single helper, we would really love to hear from you about coming to stay with us from March 2026 but don't have availability before then.
Who We Are
We’re Craig and Yvonne, easy-going retirees in our sixties who’ve built our dream life on a forested acreage overlooking Wallis Lake and the Pacific Ocean. We love sharing our home, our culture, and our passion for nature with curious, enthusiastic helpers.
Your Role
Help us in the mornings, five days a week, with possible tasks of your choosing such as:
Gardening
Track building, general property and building maintenance
Painting, window cleaning, and organizing living spaces
Helping with cooking and sharing meals together
General cleaning
And many more possible tasks that might suit you
Any suitable creative project you’d like to lead or learn
Your Accommodation & Meals
You’ll enjoy:
A private, self-contained downstairs suite (lounge, bedroom, ensuite)
Fast Wi-Fi for digital nomads or staying in touch
Home-cooked meals; recipe swaps encouraged!
Perks & Local Adventures
Experience the best of our region: We love taking our helpers on tours
Wildlife encounters: Kangaroos, native birds, koalas, and our own bushwalking track leading to other tracks in the national park next door
Activities: Kayaking & sailing(except in winter) on Wallis Lake, cycling through the forest, star gazing from our lookout on nights that have crystal clear skys
Beaches & lookouts: Blueys, Boomerang, Seal Rocks—all 20–30 minutes away
Cultural exchange: Possible language practice, guitar jams, cafes, meeting lots local friends
Fitness: Three possible self- guided exercise classes per week
Getting Here
No car? No problem:
Daily buses from Newcastle’s Broadmeadow station or Taree station to Coomba Road turn off and we’ll happily pick you up and drop you off. We also drive to the nearby towns regularly and will happily take you with us if you like.
With your own transport, an abundance of national parks and surf beaches is at your fingertips.
What We Value
We cherish peace, nature’s soundtrack, and early starts.
If you’re:
A non-smoker with a positive, collaborative spirit
Fit, practical, and keen to immerse yourself in rural Aussie life
Respectful of quiet hours (especially after dusk)
…you’ll fit right in.
Ready to Join Us?
Drop us a message with your travel dates, a bit about yourself, and any passions you’d love to bring. We can’t wait to welcome you to our little slice of paradise!
Warm regards
Craig & Yvonne Coomba Bay, NSW 2428
References:
Jules
France
Nov 6, 2024
I had a great week in this beautiful property which is very quiet and natural. You can see a lot of beautiful animals and birds like parrots every morning :) Craig and Yvonne are very welcoming and friendly. I was well integrated and I was able to accompany Craig and Yvonne in their daily activities (Barbecue, Salling Boat, Beach, Kayak, Bush Walk, Sport exercises). It was a good experience to discover the local culture and improve my English :) I have eaten very well, Yvonne is a good cook! Concerning the work, I painted part of the house, cleaned the roof and gutters and dug trenches. I enjoyed it because it was diversified and comfortable to work with Craig who is in a good mood :) Thanks Craig & Yvonne
Lea
France
Mar 4, 2024
I spent 1 great week with Yvonne and Craig. They're really nice and respectful people. We talked a lot during the dinners (Yvonne is a good chef !) and they gave me really good advice for my trip in Australia. Jobs were cleaning and gardening. They also brought me to several places and cafés, which I really appreciate. I won't forget their kindness. Thanks Yvonne and Craig :)
Silvie
Netherlands
Nov 25, 2023
I stayed with Yvonne & Craig for a week and had an amazing time. They took the time to show me around and have a great experience. I helped out around the house with painting and cleaning. The views are out of this world. Might even come back to this amazing place!
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Sprachpraxis
Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie
Hausarbeiten
Handwerkliche Arbeiten
Hilfe mit Computer /Internet
Interessengebiete
Selbstentwicklung
Nachhaltigkeit
Leben im Camper-Van
Karitative Arbeiten
Kochen & Backen
Gärtnern
Musik
Fotografie
Sprachen
Gartenarbeiten
Tischlerarbeiten
Segeln / Boote
Outdoor-Aktivitäten
Gebirge
Natur
Fitness
Camping
Wandern
Radfahren
Erlebnissportarten
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
🌿 Discover Australian Native Bushfoods, Music, and Local Culture in Coomba Bay
Travellers staying with us will have the chance to explore the rich variety of native bushfoods we grow right here on our property. Craig is a passionate musician who plays guitar and sings classics from the latter half of the 20th century—though he's always keen to explore new genres and jam with fellow music lovers.
🚗 We love taking guests on relaxed car tours to spot local wildlife, visit nearby beaches, and share the natural abundance of our land. These outings often include cultural experiences, like meeting our friendly neighbours at BBQs and enjoying the laid-back rhythm of life in our community.
💪 Each week, you’re welcome to join up to three free exercise classes, and—weather permitting—try sailing or kayaking at the local Aquatic Club. You’re also invited to use our bicycles and kayaks to explore the stunning lakes and rivers that surround us.
🍽️ We provide all your food and evening meals. If you enjoy cooking, we’d love for you to prepare and share a few dinners during your stay. On other nights, we’ll take care of the cooking and make sure you’re well fed with hearty, home-style meals.
Arbeit
Gardening, weeding, painting, window cleaning, house cleaning/organising, clearing undergrowth, mowing, cooking meals, and bushwalking track construction and maintenance, or any other ideas you can come up with. We are early risers and ask that you also are an early riser as we would prefer that you work in the mornings and take the afternoons off. We’re not that interested in working in the afternoons.
Sprachen
Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Französisch: Gute KenntnisseDieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
Craig learnt French at high school and Uni, has visited a few French speaking countries, is interested in improving his language skills in multiple languages and helping others to improve theirs.
Unterkunft
We live at Coomba Bay, NSW in a two storey home in a beautiful forested acreage with views over the spectacular Wallis Lake and backing onto a national park. There are many birds and other wildlife. You will have your privacy and peace in your own, very comfortable separate room downstairs with lounge area, bedroom and your own bathroom.
Was noch ...
The area we live in has an abundant array of bushwalks, a variety of great lakes, spectacular surfing beaches, and sight-seeing opportunities. There will also be opportunities to do 3 free exercise classes per week, and occasionally try sailing and kayaking at the local Aquatic Club. This area is a convenient place to stay if you're on your way between Sydney and Brisbane in your own transport or public transport. It's OK if you don't have your own transport, as there is a bus service to Forster, Monday to Friday, that picks up and drops off near our property once per day and another bus service stop 15 minutes' drive away to access Taree and Newcastle. You can also join us in our car when we usually drive to Forster and Smiths Lake often.
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
We have a decent Wi-Fi connection and always are looking to improve our advertising and marketing for a separate rental business that we run part time.
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
We have a 33 acre property and there's plenty of private parking space here.
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They're so kind and make you feel part of something genuine: simple, caring, and full of good humour 💛.
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Friendly and easy to talk to, Emilie’s English is very good, which… read more
They're so kind and make you feel part of something genuine: simple, caring, and full of good humour 💛.
Their generosity and warmth really touched me, and I quickly felt like part of their world.
I mainly helped create a new paved… read more
During her stay,… read more
