Join me at my home and discover life outdoors in Bäckefors, Sweden

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  Description

  Hi i am Mathias and I moved in September 2024 from Gent in Belgium to Bäckefors, a small village in the heart of Dalsland in Sweden.
  
  Bäckefors is surrounded by beautiful nature, we have many cycling and hiking trails, a paradise when you love outdoor life, I do and I am out all the time and planning trips :-).
  
  I love the peaceful life in Bäckefors and I would love to be more self-sufficient. I have a vegetable garden where i can use some help with.
  
  After the harvest i sterilise and pickle.
  
  I am looking for someone who wants to help me to help in the vegetable garden and help with planting, maintaining, weeding, harvesting,pickling,...
  
  Besides this i also want to build a nextra greenhouse in the garden, with recovered materials.
  
  Oh yes i also have a cat called Lilly that sometimes wants to play and wants cuddles.
  
  I prefer someone that can stay for a longer time so you can enjoy the progress of the work.
  
  You will have your own spacious room, the living area is shared.
  
  I am vegan and in my house the food is completely plant based so you have to be open minded for this lifestyle.
  
  PS: I love to cook, bonus here ;-).

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Help around the house
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  Interests

  

  Pets

  

  Events & social

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Van life

  

  Plant care

  

  Music

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Books

  

  Gardening

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Camping

  

  Nature

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Immerse yourself in the beauty of Swedish forests and lakes – a true hiker's paradise.
  -Learn to set up a vegetable garden and become more self-sufficient.
  -Experience the peaceful charm of a small Swedish village while taking in the scenic rural landscapes.
  -Enjoy easy access to urban life in nearby towns, whether by bus or your own car.
  -Exchange words and phrases in different languages for a cultural and linguistic experience.

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  Help

  I am looking for someone who wants to help me in the vegetable garden and assist with planting, maintaining, weeding, harvesting, pickling, ... In 2025 i want ti build an extra green house in the garden and i have a cat.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Dutch: Fluent
  French: Intermediate
  Swedish: 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.
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  Accommodation

  House with an outdoor area and a garden in the back, with space for two cars.
  
  Bedroom with a comfortable double bed, sofa, television, and closet.
  
  Practical kitchen with an electric stove and oven, fridge and freezer, and dishwasher.
  
  Small bathroom upstairs with a shower, and another bathroom in the basement with a bathtub.
  Clothes washing machine available.
  
  Food or pocket money for food is provided. Please let me know about any allergies so I can take them into account.

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  What else ...

  Easily accessible by public transportation, with a nearby bus terminal hub.
  
  -Great opportunities to explore nearby towns, big or small, by bus or car.
  -A variety of cultural activities in the region, especially in summer.
  -Village amenities include a grocery store, pizzeria, gas station, convenience store, library, and hospital.

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

  

  Lilly (3 years)

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