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Experience off grid living and care for my dog in Nelson, BC, Canada

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    We live in beautiful Nelson British Columbia. Nestled on the side of a mountain and only 5 mins to Kootenay lake. If you are a nature enthusiast this place is a Mecca. We are looking for someone stay in our off grid tiny grid in exchange for yard work and exercising our crazy dog Copper. The tiny house is rustic without running water and a composting toilet. This isn’t for everyone! We need someone for two week durations as we’ve got lots of fun summer plans without our dog! Certain days of the week we will be home in our main house. About us, We are a little family of 3 and are outdoor enthusiasts!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Help around the house
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Pets
    Plant care
    Gardening
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Camping
    Adventure sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We can show you all the cool bouldering and climbing crags, let you borrow our hiking books and guide you to all the best camping spots! Not to mention Nelson in the summer has a cool arts and music scene!

  • Help

    Help

    We need help with flower beds and garden beds and the grass. As well as taking Copper to the park.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    French: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    If you are French or Spanish that’s a bonus!

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Our tiny house is very small! You will need to cook for yourself and it is off grid so you need to fill up your water from the main house. It is cute and cozy. Only a fireplace for heat but it’s summertime! There is a toaster over and fridge. All the basics will be provided. The sleeping loft is a steep and ladder like so only physically fit people apply 🥰

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    If you do not have a vehicle it is tricky to get in and out of Nelson. You can take a shuttle from the airport in Kelowna. And once you’re here there are local buses that can get you around our little, but vibrant town. There is no smoking in the house/ property.

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Copper (6 years)

    Very energetic and smart

Host ref number: 243425744245

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