Experience life on an Icelandic family farm in the NW part of Iceland

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  Description

  We are a family of seven located in the NW part of Iceland. We live at a sheep farm but also have cows and dogs.
  The kids are 2-12 years old so we have a busy home. We need help with the household and daily tasks.
  
  We try to be flexible and hope to get the same from you.
  
  Feel free to contact for further information.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We can offer you a chance to get to know the Icelandic farm culture, traditional food experience, how to tan a fur and probably a lot more!
  The area is very peaceful and good for nature lovers. Possible to see many birds and seals. Aurora is pretty common during the winter.

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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 don't expect volunteers to have any experience but they must be neat, independent and willing to give the stay a chance. We can be flexible and drivers license is not required but it is helpful.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Icelandic: Fluent

  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

  We offer a private room with wifi. Shared bathroom. We can host 2 at the same time, couples are welcome.

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  What else ...

  This place offers a great environment for nature lovers and hiking persons. In the nearest town we have a store, restaurants, cafe, sports center with a swimming pool and more.
  
  We eat quite a lot of meat, so we have trouble hosting vegetarians or vegans
  
  Every person coming to our farm must have health/travel insurance valid for Iceland for the duration of their stay

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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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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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