Enjoy nature and help our family with daily life in rural Jelgavas, Latvia

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  Description

  We moved to the countryside only 4 years ago. We are artists at heart, but we love life in the countryside. Santa is a choreographer and physiotherapist who works in the city and often travels to nearby cities. Arthur is a director, playwright and carpenter who works from home and working on various projects. Also we have two active boys (3 and 2 y) who would love to make international friends.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Babysitting and creative play

  General Maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  With us you can relax, enjoy nature and be active in all senses. There will also be an opportunity to realize (build) an idea of yours
  (such as a bird cage) or express yourself creatively. You can learn something from carpentry, flower farming, choreography or physiotherapy. We are open and communicative.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  Help

  We welcome people who are open to spend time with us in our daily work. This would include spending some time playing with the boys, roaming the garden, helping to build a wood shed, etc. Also we would like you to help with chores at home.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Russian: Intermediate
  German: Beginner

  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.
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  Accommodation

  A separate bedroom is available. The kitchen and bathroom are shared. We are going to share meals together. But it's posible to cook separately. We can currently accommodate three guests sharing a room (If there is no objection to someone sleeping on the floor on the mattress). We are also renovating several rooms, but this does not interfere with living.

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  What else ...

  If we can, we will come to a bigger city towards you. The capital of Latvia (Riga) is 1.5 hours away and has bars, clubs, cinemas, theaters and museums. Some of this have also a bit nearer and smaller cities of Jelgava and Dobele. Our surroundings are picturesque and there are nature trails nearby where you can rent a bike or just take a walk. In the warm season, we mostly work outside. We would like the guests to take an active part in everyday life and show initiative or suggest what could be done or improved on the farm. We are also open to learn and improve ourselves.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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