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13 May 2025
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I have been operating part of my home as an rental for 10 years now. I run a small BnB in Katoomba on 1/2 acre, Blue Mountains. Only 1.5 hour drive from Sydney., or 2 hour train journey
I have a super excitable, friendly dog and super friendly cat. I live on 1/2 acre with a creek running thru my property. I could do with some help in my garden and around the house. I love to cook, but currently due to my medical condition, it's difficult for me. I prefer 2 people. Not afraid to work in large garden! 4 hours work per day for accommodation , breakfast, lunch and hot cooked evening meal with your help in the kitchen. OR, 2 hours/day , you provide your own food, basics from pantry will be supplied for you use. We will discuss what hours/food when you message me.
I've hosted several backpackers over the years, happy to forward details, if you require some references.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Living in amongst the Australian Bush in the Blue Mountains, surrounded by Australian bird life, yet close to the town centre. A comfortable, relaxed home where we can share stories and adventures. I'm a 15 minute walk into town centre, or I'm happy to drive you up and to beginning of walking trails.
Help
. I need help in my landscaped garden: lots of weeding, brush cutting, general garden maintenance and perhaps a little help inside. Can you whipper snip (brush cutting with a battery operated whipper snipper/brush cutter)? Mow my lawns. Any handymen/women would be great benefit to me. Some cleaning inside house. Availability depends on my bnb bookings.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Hungarian: Beginner
Accommodation
1 x queen bedroom for two people, 2 x single beds in second bedroom/ or can be made as a double bed for a couple. Sharing one large bathroom. I have my own separate bathroom.
What else ...
15 minute walk into town centre, if I'm available I'll pop you into town. I'll drop you off at start of walking trails. Plenty of car parking space on my property.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Unlimited wifi available.
Space for parking camper vans
Depending on height of campervan, if you can park under my carport. If not, we can choose another site, but will be a little further from house/bathroom.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 236254567963
Feedback (14)
10 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma & Arran)
I accepted Emma’s request even though I didn’t really need any workers at this time. Their reviews sounded good, and I like to help out travellers on their journey. So I thought this would be a great asset to me and to them. It started out well. Emma was happy to help in any way and accepted her tasks without question. Annan on the other hand… read more
(Good
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7 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emma & Arran) for host
We are very grateful to Kim for taking us on part time in the Blue Mountains, since we were without a placement for a week. An agreement was made up front that we would work an average of two hours a day for accommodation, however, food would be provided ourselves.
Kim's house is beautiful, spacious, has everything you need, and is a twenty… read more
Kim's house is beautiful, spacious, has everything you need, and is a twenty… read more
8 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mélissa & Alexandre ) for host
When we arrived in Australia, we spent 5 weeks at Kim's. During the first 2 weeks we carried out maintenance work in her beautiful house and in her magnificent garden. We got to know her pets, Brindi (cat) and Rosie (dog), who we then looked after for 3 weeks while Kim was away.
We received an incredible welcome from Kim, we couldn't have hoped… read more
We received an incredible welcome from Kim, we couldn't have hoped… read more
31 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mélissa & Alexandre )
Alex & Melissa accepted my offer as a house sit rather than working for me on a daily basis. They spent the first 2 weeks living with me and my dog and cat and performed various chores helping me in the kitchen becoming familiar with pets and home, as I was heading overseas. Alex cut back some fruit trees, removed all the autumn leaves in my huge… read more
(Excellent
)
10 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Linda & Robert) for host
We had a wonderful time! Kim gave us a warm welcome and made us laugh all the time. Her tasks were easy and even fun! The house is great and our cozy room provided us with quiet nights in nature. Perfect for relaxing and slowing down… Rosie and Brindi were so adorable and unique! Thank you Kim for this great workaway experience, we wish you all… read more
16 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Linda & Robert)
It was lovely hosting Linda & Robert. Such a lovely couple who were happy to help wherever needed. Robert whipper snipped my whole 1/2 acre whilst Linda happily mowed the lawn areas and clipped my roses. They helped with cleaning inside the house, overall a great help, happily going about their chores. I would highly recommend to all future hosts.… read more
(Excellent
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10 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma & Arran)
I accepted Emma’s request even though I didn’t really need any workers at this time. Their reviews sounded good, and I like to help out travellers on their journey. So I thought this would be a great asset to me and to them. It started out well. Emma was happy to help in any way and accepted her tasks without question. Annan on the other hand… read more
(Good)
7 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emma & Arran) for host
We are very grateful to Kim for taking us on part time in the Blue Mountains, since we were without a placement for a week. An agreement was made up front that we would work an average of two hours a day for accommodation, however, food would be provided ourselves.
Kim's house is beautiful, spacious, has everything you need, and is a twenty… read more
Kim's house is beautiful, spacious, has everything you need, and is a twenty… read more
8 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mélissa & Alexandre ) for host
When we arrived in Australia, we spent 5 weeks at Kim's. During the first 2 weeks we carried out maintenance work in her beautiful house and in her magnificent garden. We got to know her pets, Brindi (cat) and Rosie (dog), who we then looked after for 3 weeks while Kim was away.
We received an incredible welcome from Kim, we couldn't have hoped… read more
We received an incredible welcome from Kim, we couldn't have hoped… read more
31 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mélissa & Alexandre )
Alex & Melissa accepted my offer as a house sit rather than working for me on a daily basis. They spent the first 2 weeks living with me and my dog and cat and performed various chores helping me in the kitchen becoming familiar with pets and home, as I was heading overseas. Alex cut back some fruit trees, removed all the autumn leaves in my huge… read more
(Excellent)
10 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Linda & Robert) for host
We had a wonderful time! Kim gave us a warm welcome and made us laugh all the time. Her tasks were easy and even fun! The house is great and our cozy room provided us with quiet nights in nature. Perfect for relaxing and slowing down… Rosie and Brindi were so adorable and unique! Thank you Kim for this great workaway experience, we wish you all… read more
16 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Linda & Robert)
It was lovely hosting Linda & Robert. Such a lovely couple who were happy to help wherever needed. Robert whipper snipped my whole 1/2 acre whilst Linda happily mowed the lawn areas and clipped my roses. They helped with cleaning inside the house, overall a great help, happily going about their chores. I would highly recommend to all future hosts.… read more
(Excellent)
4 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
I had a great time at Kims place. I did a lot of garden work which I really enjoyed. Kim has beautiful house and a big garden, I loved it to spend my free time there and relax on the veranda. Her pets Brindi and Rosie are adorable. Especially the dog Rosie is funny and wanted to play the whole time. Kim is also a really good cook and made some… read more
3 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura is a kind, helpful and caring young lady who assisted me greatly with my current health issue (I'm unable to lift/carry items). Laura did a great job weeding various parts of my garden. She is thorough and needs no supervision once given instructions. She also helped with cleaning inside my house, again without any qualms. Laura is happy to… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Felipe Manuel & Constanza) for host
It was a wonderful experience spending the days with Kim in her beautiful house! Kim is very kind and she received us excellently, we felt at home from the first day. We worked during the mornings in her garden and also inside her house, and we had a great time... the garden is really beautiful, and many birds accompanied us. In the afternoons we… read more
13 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Felipe Manuel & Constanza)
Felipe & Connie were very kind, respectful workers. They were happy to perform tasks in the garden, and under supervision were able to complete tasks such as whipper snipping (brush cutting) mowing, weeding, removing blackberry, privet. Felipe managed to clean out my outer house & garage gutters. They also worked very well unsupervised and… read more
(Excellent)
29 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxime & Océane)
Max and Oceane are a lovely couple who worked on my brother's farm in Canyonleigh, as I didn't have enough work for them here in Katoomba. They performed various tasks: cutting back small trees, cooked dinner for the family, were very good with their 2.5 yr old daughter. Their big job was reorganising the workshed, moving tools and equipment into… read more
(Excellent)
26 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Daniel )
Anna and Dani (Daniel) were so lovely to have in my home. I was actually away when they arrived, and I left my keys out for them, so they entered my home for the first time without me being there. I even left my elderly cat for them to look after. They did a fabulous job of making me feel comfortable with my cat and home. During the next 2.5 weeks… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Rodrigo Alejandro)
Rodrigo was super helpful, worked well unsupervised and alongside me as well. He helped me out with an awkward situation with a bnb guest who was being inappropriate. So happy Rodrigo was there to support me. I would recommend him to all future hosts. Hope to see you again. Kim , Rosie & Brindi
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo Alejandro) for host
I had an amazing Workaway experience with Kim in the Blue Mountains in 2021! Kim was a fantastic host, and her adorable dog, Brindi, made the stay even more enjoyable. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to assist with gardening and cleaning the roof. Kim's warm hospitality, beautiful surroundings, and the rewarding volunteer work made it a truly… read more
17 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Toni & Nina) for host
We had contacted Kim to ask if she could host us for 2-3 weeks. She didn't have availability herself, but immediately offered us an alternative on her brother Frank's farm. We had an incredibly wonderful time at Morton Park Farm in Canyonleigh. We spent 3.5 weeks with Frank, Renelee, Brigitte, and all the animals (3 horses, several alpacas, 2 dogs… read more
13 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Toni & Nina)
Although I wasn't able to host Toni & Nina in Katoomba, they did live and work on my brother's farm in The Southern Highlands for 3 weeks. So I believe it is super important to review them, as I was often on my brother's farm and had the pleasure of dining with them. I also saw their remarkable work and of course my brother's feedback. Nina was… read more
(Excellent)
8 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Beny23) for host
We had the best time with Kim. She is a very kind woman. The work we have done was satisfying and no hard labour. She always cared about our well being and cooked very tasty meals.
The room we lived in was spacious, light, had the best view out into the green garden full of the most colorful birds, tidy, had a comfortable bed and came with… read more
The room we lived in was spacious, light, had the best view out into the green garden full of the most colorful birds, tidy, had a comfortable bed and came with… read more
27 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Beny23)
Sophia & Benji were introduced to me by Elena. It was to be a 6 day stay, which eventuated into a 12 day stay. They worked well unsupervised, were self motivated and they loved seeing their tasks come together and were greatly satisfied with their results, as was I. Their main job was to clean my deck, (with a karcher - water pressure hose)… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta & Paulo)
When Marta & Paulo arrived, I knew immediately they were trustworthy and reliable. Marta then had the house to herself, as Paulo had other commitments. I asked her to look after my cat and water the plants and garden as I went off to my brother's farm for Christmas and NYE. Marta kindly looked after my guests as well. Marta is totally reliable and… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Marta & Paulo) for host
Our stay at Kim's was a really relaxing one! We were asked to do housesitting (taking care of Brindi, her sweet old cat, and watering the plants) while Kim went to spend Christmas at her brother's farm. The house is amazing, well located and just the perfect spot to go and explore the Blue Mountains. Of course we got to know Kim as well. She is… read more
3 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ben & Marcel) for host
At first Kim managed to let us stay at her brothers farm for several weeks. We had an amazing time there and are so thankful for the opportunity. After some time on the farm, Kim invited us to her beautiful home in Katoomba. There we helped cleaning gutters, mulching and doing some roadwork. Work was always fun and not too hard. Balance between… read more
29 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben & Marcel)
Ben and Marcel actually worked on my brother's farm in Canyonleigh, as I did not have any work for them in Katoomba (along with his brother, Nick). I offered them the chance to experience a 130 acre farm in the Southern Highlands, and they happily accepted the opportunity. Ben, Marcel & Nick were super enthusiastic, highly motivated workers and… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Nick) for host
Kim helped me and my two friends to stay at her brothers farm. It was a really nice experience and we had a lot of fun there.
After a few weeks Kim invited us to her house in Katoomba. At first we helped her with cleaning the raingutters after which she served us some snacks. She also made sure we were never dehydrated. When we finished work Kim… read more
After a few weeks Kim invited us to her house in Katoomba. At first we helped her with cleaning the raingutters after which she served us some snacks. She also made sure we were never dehydrated. When we finished work Kim… read more
29 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nick)
Nick actually worked on my brother's farm in Canyonleigh, as I did not have any work for him and his 2 friends (Ben, his brother and friend, Marcel). I offered them the chance to experience a 130 acre farm in the Southern Highlands, and they happily accepted the opportunity. Nick and his companions were super enthusiastic, highly motivated workers… read more
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Freddie)
Jess & Fred battled wet weather, but together we worked as a team to complete work in my large garden. Basic work, such as weeding, laying mulch (quite a workout for them moving the mulch up my driveway). Fred was able to use my string line trimmer, and got the hang of it after clearing most of the rough areas. Jess pushed that mower around with… read more
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Freddie) for host
We had an absolutely lovely week staying with Kim, Rosie and Brindi in her beautiful home. The work was very well explained and Kim worked alongside us a lot which was really nice. lovely food and company made it such an enjoyable Workaway experience and we would definitely recommend. Thankyou Kim :)
23 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tatiana )
Tatiana is totally trustworthy, I left my house only hours after she arrived, leaving her with my dog and cat and a list of chores for a 2 day period. A quick show through of the house and jobs, and off I went. Tatiana completed everything and more. She is proactive, hard working, gentle and kind woman. Rosie and Brindi loved her attention and… read more
(Excellent)
23 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tatiana ) for host
I spent an excellent week at Kim’s place. It’s a very clean and cozy home with a very lovely, friendly and well travelled host and her two really friendly pets. Food was delicious, jobs and projects were well explained and well organized. The house is located just a walking distance from the town center and I could enjoy what Katoomba had to offer… read more
31 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeremy & Rachel)
Jeremy and Rachel, and super amazing. Hard workers, honest and kind individuals. Worked like trojans amongst my blackberries, and hauling my dead trees up my steep driveway. Thanks so much J & R. Always welcome back (even if you don't work) warmest regards, Kim, Rosie, Brindi xx
(Excellent)
31 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jeremy & Rachel) for host
It was a pleasure to help Kim out in her garden. She is a very friendly lady and her house is amazing located right in the heart of Katoomba. Rosie the dog and Brindi the cat are awesome to. Kim was nice enough to give us lots of site seeing recommendations (she also makes a wicked salad!! :yum:) we highly recommend this workaway to anyone wanting… read more
