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Join me at my off grid hobby farm and share food, life and experiences near Melbourne, Australia

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  • Description

    Description

    Small off grid beef farm that is looking for like minded people to share their experiences in off grid living. I'm looking to create a self sustainable kitchen garden, experience with gardening or small projects would be great.
    Im a single 39 yr old gay man, I work Monday-Friday, so a reliable farm stay is needed to walk the dog Koda and keep the fire burning through winter. The farm is a recycled house, which was destined for demolition. I relocated the house and have spent the last 4 years renovating it. The house is powered by Solar and batteries, so a basic understanding on power consumption is required. The farm gardens and surrounds are a blank canvas for creativity and sustainable projects. I have chooks, 15 cows who a due to give birth August - October, a Peacock called Ivan and a kelpie dog called Koda.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Shared cultural experience of small farm life. Many exciting projects to create Great location close to the Otways and 2 hours from Melbourne.

  • Help

    Help

    Looking for reliable, clean and friendly farmstayer. 10 week period available, ongoing if needed. full accommodation available. Responsible for keeping thr fire burning through winter.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Japanese: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    3 Bedroom house. Wood fire heating. Fully off grid with battery storage farm.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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The image depicts a white house with a porch, surrounded by a yard with rocks and plants, set against a cloudy sky with a glimpse of blue.
The image depicts a man sitting on the porch of a white house with a dog, wearing a blue plaid shirt and jeans, with a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
The image depicts a living room with a white couch, wooden coffee table, TV, and various furniture, featuring a large window and a ceiling fan.
The image depicts a cozy living room and kitchen area, featuring a dining table, wood-burning stove, and a kitchen island, with a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a man kneeling in a field, with a black cow nuzzling his face, surrounded by other cows and trees in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of a herd of cattle grazing in a fenced area, with a few trees and a clear sky, conveying a sense of peacefulness and tranquility.
The image depicts a man kneeling in a field, gently placing his hand on the head of a black cow, with a serene blue sky in the background.

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