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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
8 Dec 2023
Feedback
6
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Description
Retired couple, Geologist and Montessori School teacher, who reside in the countryside of West Cork, Ireland. We live in an old farm house, renovated on 1 acre of ground. We have a large garden and share our abode with a loving dog, cat and a myriad of birds. We are located approx 10 mins drive from local beaches and local villages. We are keen readers, conversationalists and lovers of music. David (My Husband) is a writer yet to be published. We both enjoy having company in our house as our children have now grown up and moved away. I am a vegetarian and enjoy baking delicious Irish soda bread and treats for visitors!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
My Husband, David attended Trinity College in Dublin and is proficient in teaching English, I have also taught English to children in Primary School. David has a vast knowledge Geology, literature , classical and contemporary Music. We would be more than happy to drive any visitors around the local area to show them the beautiful sights and scenery that West Cork has to offer.
Projects involving children
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Help
Our large garden is in need of urgent attention we would like help with grass cutting, tree cutting and general maintenance of flower beds, veggie beds etc
Our house has 5 bedrooms and 2 reception rooms and we would like help also with the general upkeep of this, cleaning, painting etc
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Irish: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a 2 bedrooms available , 2 bathrooms ,wifi and 2 bicycles
What else ...
The near by towns and villages along the coast are the most picturesque in the world, as mentioned previously we would be more than happy to accompany any guests and guide them to the best areas and local sights.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (4)
This was my first experience as a workawayer.
David and Maureen are great hosts. We joked a lot together. I´m very happy and grateful to have met them. The house is superb, the bedroom was very quiet and comfortable, and the living and kitchen are lovely. The garden is enormous and nice, there was… read more
We had the pleasure of meeting Victor,Irene's partener and hope they visit again
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This was my first experience as a workawayer.
David and Maureen are great hosts. We joked a lot together. I´m very happy and grateful to have met them. The house is superb, the bedroom was very quiet and comfortable, and the living and kitchen are lovely. The garden is enormous and nice, there was… read more
We had the pleasure of meeting Victor,Irene's partener and hope they visit again
We enjoyed conversations and fun with Louisa. We are greatful for her valued help.
