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The image depicts a serene winter scene featuring a red building, snow-covered ground, and bare trees, set against an overcast sky.
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Join me at my home and discover life outdoors in Bäckefors, Sweden

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi i am Mathias and I moved alone 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. The plan is to start a vegetable garden and also plant some fruit trees.

    After the harvest I want to learn to sterilise and pickle the harvest…

    I am looking for someone who wants to help me to start up a vegetable garden and help with planting, maintaining, weeding, harvesting,pickling, and building a compost area.

    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 ;-).

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    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.

  • Help

    Help

    I am looking for someone who wants to help me start a vegetable garden and assist with planting, maintaining, weeding, harvesting, pickling, and building a compost area.

  • 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.

  • Accommodation

    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.

  • What else ...

    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.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

Host ref number: 179815146856

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The image depicts a vegetable garden plan, showcasing a grassy area with various plants and trees, accompanied by text labels indicating the different elements of the garden.
The image depicts a serene winter scene featuring a red building, snow-covered ground, and bare trees, set against an overcast sky.
The image depicts a small, red wooden house with a snow-covered roof and yard, featuring a black door and window, surrounded by bushes and a neighboring house in the background.
The image depicts a serene snowy road lined with trees, featuring tire tracks, a stone wall, and a red building on the left side.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a lake, lush trees, and a cloudy sky, with wind turbines visible in the distance, set against a natural backdrop.

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