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The text below described my situation. Most of it is still completely correct, with one new factor: My partner, for many years, has moved in, and we now live together in what used to be my house. We have shared responsibility for both the house and the garden for several years and have also welcomed countless Workaway guests together. Now we also live together and optimistically plan to do so for at least 40 years!
I will probably still have the main responsibility as a Workawayer host, but from now on, it is us. Below is the original text.
I am a mother of four, living in a big house in a substantial garden, in Forsand, a small place in a spectacular part of the southwest coast of Norway. I grew up in Stavanger, which is about 50 minutes away by car, and moved to Forsand just after getting married, 35 years ago.
Back then, the house was tiny and run-down, with an outdoor toilet and no running water. The garden was big and a total mess. But I just love the surroundings, and the garden certainly had potential...
My husband, now my ex, and I spent years making the house livable, and then started adding on more space. Gradually, we also got around to making something of the garden. He mowed out several years ago. After that, I have done my part in continuing what we started and improving the place further.
Four children grew up here, taking part in shaping our home and making good memories. By now, they have all moved out. They are busy creating their own lives, still making the most out of it and making me happy. It is as it should be. But at one point, we were 7 people living in this home; we had dogs, cats, hens, rabbits, and whatever. Yes, we also had parrots and ducks. As for now, there’s only one cat left.
I work as a freelance journalist. I have had my office at home since 1998, and I love it. At the same time, this house is too big to be almost empty most of the time. And with my work and my love for gardening, there just isn’t time enough to keep it all up.
I think that if you're interested in visiting, the best thing would be to stay for a week or two. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Help around the house
Light maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
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Interests
History
Writing
Plant care
Carpentry
Gardening
Cooking & food
Cycling
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Mountain
Hiking
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Forsand, where I live, is in the heart of one of the most popular tourist destinations in Norway. The parking for the most popular destination, Prekestolen, or in English, The pulpit rock, is about 15 minutes away by car. You have to cross Lysefjorden to get her, and in the end of the fjord is Kjerag. My personal favorite place in this area is Flørli.
If you care about spectacular hikes, stunning mountains and fjords, or just want to sit still and enjoy quietness on your own – this is the place ...
I also enjoy living so close to Stavanger, the most international and friendly town in Norway. Stavanger is probably the best place to get a good meal in the country.
With good help from my children, I was a short-term rental host for four summer seasons, starting in summer 2016. We had great fun as hosts, and during those short summer seasons, I had over 400 guests visiting for everything from a night to weeks. We got to meet indescribable many nice people, shared so many good stories, and made friends for a lifetime. But to me, short-term rental has turned into too much of a business thing. I am much more in favor of sharing favors. And before I started the short-term rental thing, there were visitors staying here every summer, people who just showed up or were advised to get in touch because they needed a dry place to stay in rainy weather, or such. -
Help
The tasks will be regular in- and outdoor maintenance. Nothing complicated or advanced, just general help that I regular do myself. Like painting, gardening, washing, and cleaning.
No special skills needed – but then if you have special skills that you would like to use, you are certainly welcome!
One more thing: Staying with me you will generally have to pay for your own food, and prepare the food yourself. That´s why you work less than five hours during the day. Sometimes we might share meals, and sometimes we might end up cooking together, but as I main thing I can't take responsibility for food for my workawayers. -
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
As an short term rental host I rented out spear bedrooms in my house, and a cottage in the garden, with a bedroom and a small kitchen-area in a corner of the living room. The accommodation will be the same as my short term rental - visitors used. Guests have their own bathroom, and we will share kitchen. This has worked beautifully so many years.
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What else ...
People from all over the world come her to see the sights . I will be happy to help with ideas and possibilities for things to do.
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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
I do more or less all of my own work online from home. The connection here is super and reliable, and the house has several good places to work. I have had several short term rental guests who has helped me from here.
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Space for parking camper vans
There is place for parking in fromt of the house. In fact; its better when visitors travel by car, or motorcycle, as the bus-connection is pretty pore here ...
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Cat, or Sortepus
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Swantje is genuinely concerned with making a good effort, she is experienced - despite her young age, she is independent and smart, wants to learn new work methods, learns quickly, and is patient and positive.
I have … read more
The time at Inger Anita's place was just amazing, adventurous & unforgettable.
Being a part of this wonderful family and learning so much by getting & giving support also in learning a little more Norwegian - I really appriciate til this day.
The communication was always uncomplicated, reliable & trustworthy. I felt welcomed … read more
My main 'job' was looking after the house and cat while Inger Anita was away. It was really peaceful and I really … read more
Anita's place is not just a destination; it's a haven of tranquility and wonder that left me utterly captivated.
Anita's warm and welcoming nature created … read more
I spend a wonderful time with Inger Anita in her wonderful house.
She is a very warm person and gives everyone a warm welcome.
I helped a little with rental guests. Mainly I did housework.
The landscape there is really amazing. The famous Preikestolen is very close. Inger Anita told me a lot about the area and she showed me a lot … read more
