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I live in a farmhouse on our own land in County Wicklow with my German partner and our three children. Other family members live nearby. We grow organic vegetables and have recently developed flower gardens, which is where the help is needed
Gardening
Farmstay help
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
You will be able to improve your language skills and teach us your language. You will experience other cultural events in the area for example traditional Irish music etc.
Nearest Irish Pub is about 15 minutes cycle.
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We are looking for 2 people (or a couple) to help in the gardens with weeding and other general help in & around the flower gardens and farm. We can teach you some organic farming techniques.
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
You will have accommodation in a room in a log house, sharing with another farm helper. Living area, kitchen & bathroom are communal. Alternatively, we have a small self contained studio apartment which might be suitable.
During your time off you are free to explore the ancient East of Ireland and all its beauty spots. We are only 10 km from the nearest mainline bus and 25km from the nearest train station. There is the possibility to cycle, walk and hike. There are lovely walks in the Wicklow hills and the “Wicklow Way” runs nearby.
We have a wood fired pizza oven and have regular pizza parties along with a tennis court, hot tub and sauna.
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Two
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week