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Last replied
9 Nov 2024
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Description
I own a large acreage with organic gardens and a small pond, close to Duncan B.C.. I am located in the country on 5 acres of land. We live about 40 minutes from the ocean on Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia. Retired and need help with chores and odd jobs around our place. We have room for 1 or 2 persons. I am friendly and enjoy the company of young people.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Guests will experience a wide range of country life skills, such as organic gardening, tractor driving, chainsaw use, etc. Within a maximum forty minute drive they will experience world class boating, kayaking, fishing, bird watching and whale watching. The West Coast of Vancouver Island has wild rainforests and rugged, sandy beaches.
Help
Mature people 25 and up who have acquired some self motivation and life skills. Would also like persons who enjoy country life and solitude. We are looking for some help around the house, some general maintenance tasks, building help and gardening.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
I am trying to learn Spanish
Accommodation
Large double bedroom with private bathroom, computer, internet and indoor sauna. Access to the rest of the house with pool table, full kitchen, TV sitting room, Laundry room and hot tub,
What else ...
Guests can take a bus through the whole of Cowichan Valley. There is two world class music festivals in the summer. There is rubber tubing in the local rivers. The city of Victoria is a short bus ride away. They will also have access to bicycles.
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
Feedback (1)
We helped with trail and garden clean up, set up drainage to the pond with the help of the tractor, basic house cleaning and repairs as well as cooking dinner for us as well as some guests occasionally.
A beautiful property and… read more
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We helped with trail and garden clean up, set up drainage to the pond with the help of the tractor, basic house cleaning and repairs as well as cooking dinner for us as well as some guests occasionally.
A beautiful property and… read more
