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Description
We are a New Zealand / Canadian family recently moved to the Quebec ski village Sutton in the beautiful Eastern Townships (close to the Vermont border USA). We have a large duplex home in the heart of the village on 1/2 acre of garden. Mostly it is Denise & John at the house as Maya & Will are studying in Montreal. We need some help with the garden to tidy it up for some planting and landscaping. Volunteers would have their own duplex apartment to stay in and when not helping in the garden can easily walk into Sutton village and enjoy this touristy town filled with artisan stores, microbreweries, cafes and walking trails. Nearby there are many beautiful townships, vineyards, lakes, walking trails and stunning countryside to explore.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers would get the opportunity to stay in some of Canada's most beautiful countryside and learn about the history of this interesting region once an English Loyalist township now a French speaking village. You will also be able to develop your French speaking skills in this region of Quebec.
enjoy this touristy town filled with artisan stores, microbreweries, cafes and walking trails. Nearby there are many beautiful townships, vineyards, lakes, walking trails and stunning countryside to explore.
Help
We are looking with help in the garden which has become overgrown and needs some weeding and re-planting. Some small DIY assistance may be involved to help a builder who would create garden beds and perhaps some help painting of window frames on the house is needed over the summer.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Accommodation
Volunteers will have there own private accommodation in the downstairs two bedroom duplex. This has it's own fully functioning kitchen and one bathroom. We will provide food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This space could suit a couple or two individuals each with their own bedroom. There is internet access.
What else ...
The house is an easy walk to the heart of Sutton village which is filled with artisan shops, antique and vintage stores, and microbreweries. In the summer the village has a regular Saturday market and a local music festival. Mt Sutton ski field is 15 minutes away and there are hiking / biking trials around the mountain as well as a giant zip wire.
The surrounding region is rich with historic townships, lakes, mountain trials, vineyards and very close to the Vermont US border as well as the beautiful city of Montreal only 90 minutes away.
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.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Not only did they partake in the hours of work agreed but they did with with an enthusiastic approach and even offered suggestions from their vast practical background which was appreciated.
They were great company and shared their culture that… read more
Thank you very much for such a marvelous experience!
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Not only did they partake in the hours of work agreed but they did with with an enthusiastic approach and even offered suggestions from their vast practical background which was appreciated.
They were great company and shared their culture that… read more
Thank you very much for such a marvelous experience!
