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Host rating
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Last replied
30 Dec 2023
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Description
We are family of four, we have 3 huskymix dogs and two cats.. We live in a old wooden school, which needs still renovating. We could use helping hands to renovation an d helping with the garden.
We like art, music, nature, hiking, reading, volunteer work, travelling, meeting up with family and friends. We are close family and we like to meet new people from different cultures. Nature is very important to us, thats why we live in the countryside.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This is very beautiful area, lake Päijänne is near and gorgeous nature and its forests, this area is part of Salpausselkä Geopark which is a landscape created by water. Here you can hike, we have little rowing boat and a canoe you can borrow. We have also have a cabin by the leak by lake Päijänne, where we can do trip also. We can teach you finnish and teel about local history.
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Help
We are family of four, we have 3 huskymix dogs and two cats. Two boys are 6 & 9 yrs. We live in a old wooden school, which needs still renovating. We could use helping hands to renovation an d helping with the garden.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Swedish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
germany, french, spain
Accommodation
Our house has 4 big rooms, and more when renovation goes further. We can give a room where you can stay for the visit. From upstairs or downstairs that you can have your privacy.
What else ...
Bus from Lahti trainway station comes near, 5 min walk to the house. Local sights here are Pulkkilanharju, Päijätsalo and Kammiovuori. Best you get around here countryside is by car, we can offer you ride. Also you can rent a bike form local camping site if you want. Nearest city is Lahti 75 km and the capital Helsinki is 175 km from here Sysmä.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
