The image depicts a single-story house with a stone and stucco exterior, featuring a patio area and a gravel pathway leading to the front door.
The image depicts a serene lake scene at sunset, featuring a flock of ducks swimming on the water\'s surface, surrounded by lush grassy areas and a vibrant sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a body of water, lush vegetation, and a blue sky with clouds, evoking a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.
The image depicts a small dog with brown and white fur sitting on a rocky beach, gazing out at the water, bathed in warm sunlight.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a vast expanse of sand, a tranquil ocean, and a radiant sun shining brightly in the sky.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a large pile of driftwood in the foreground, set against a backdrop of a vast ocean and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene river scene with a rocky shoreline, calm water, and a blue sky with wispy clouds, evoking a sense of peacefulness and tranquility.
Two dogs, one white and brown, the other black and white, are lying on a red leather couch in front of a window with a stone wall outside.
The image depicts a spacious room with white walls, a wooden table, and a large cabinet, featuring a couch, windows, and a tiled floor, with a few items scattered about.
The image depicts a kitchen with blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and wooden countertops, featuring a sink, stove, and microwave, with a living room area in the foreground.
The image depicts a modern bathroom with white walls and marble floors, featuring a sink, bathtub, toilet, shower, and wooden door, showcasing a clean and minimalist aesthetic.
The image depicts a serene view from a window, showcasing a lush tree with vibrant green leaves, a wooden fence, and a grassy field under a clear blue sky on a sunny day.
The image depicts a house with a stone exterior, a patio, and a gravel driveway, set against an overcast sky. The patio features a table and chairs.
The image depicts a bedroom with a dark wood sleigh bed, white and grey patterned bedding, a grey carpet, and a window with brown curtains.

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  • Description

    Description

    Family with 2 teens. Lots of rooms and 3 awesome dogs (English Pointer, Dane and a wee Chihuahua). Perfect place to live and enjoy life. Lots of natural beauty and space

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    House and pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live in a culturally significant area

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    House sitting, child care assistance (teens), cooking, dog walking

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Intermediate

    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

    Large refurbished villa. Own bedroom. lots of room

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Great semi rural location close walk to beaches, nature walks, leisure activities

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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