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We live in the Santa Cruz mountains, about 15 minutes by car from the University (UCSC) in a neighborhood called Bonny Doon. I have 1 housemate and 3 other people live on the property in a cabins or RV. This is a sweet quiet spot in the redwoods, and I have a large sunny garden.
There is fairly limited public transportation but a lot of coming and going with all of the folks who live here.
What I need for this summer is someone to stay and care for the animals and do some watering in the garden. My housemates and landmates may be intermittently gone during the time I need.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House & pet sitting
Interests
Events & social
Sustainability
Pets
Books
DIY & crafts
Fitness
Nature
Hiking
Dancing
Gardening
Cooking & food
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will learn about life and gardening in a rural part of Santa cruz, that is very beautiful. In your free time you could take up surfing, go hiking, mountain biking, take advantage of a thriving art and music scene, or just go for a walk on Westcliff, or go downtown for the bookshops and movies.
Projects involving children
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Help
What I need help with: house and pet sitting
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
You will have a room in our house, share a bathroom with one other person, or have a bath to yourself while I am gone. Good WiFi throughout the house. There are buses into town 4 times a day. Please be a non-smoker, not allergic to dogs or cats and be aware we eat everything.
What else ...
I have a large sunny kitchen and and herbs in the garden. So a great place for someone who enjoys cooking. There are beautiful hikes nearby and within walking distance.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I have excellent wifi that works well in all parts of the house. I do not work from home often, but spend an hour or so most days doing some work related things online.
Space for parking camper vans
I have space for a camper or RV and you could plug in here. Can't guarantee the wifi will work in an RV.
Can possibly accept pets
It depends on the animal. Would want to see photos and letters of reference.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Kiki
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more then happy to be in the red woods to experience it! great stay! thank you Maggie!
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more then happy to be in the red woods to experience it! great stay! thank you Maggie!
Maggie is a very nice person, is friendly, sensitive, generous, respectful and is nice to live with her. She made… read more
