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Family help in a lovely small town on the Sunshine Coast in Madeira Park, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a 3 generation family that needs help with yard and house maintenance from time to time.

    SHORT NOTICE inquiries rather than long range planning works best for us as the help required and accommodation changes too rapidly to make arrangements months ahead.

    We live on the ocean in a lovely small town on the Sunshine Coast of B.C., just 2.5 hours from Vancouver Int'l Airport. It is accessed by ferry or seaplane, and would be considered a remote destination. Sechelt (a bigger town) is a 30 minute drive, and the entire coast is ~150 kilometres from one end (Langdale) to the other (Earls Cove).

    We eat good food, health and wellness is a priority. PROJECT is located at a 1.3 acre lake view property in downtown Madeira Park near amenities and highway exit.

    Accommodations in a clean, private, vintage travel trailer or a private bedroom within a home. Suits single or couples with a vehicle. Motorhome is ok. We can host those without a vehicle and multiple workawayers at the same time. Smoking outside only. Excellent WiFi. We currently have no pets.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Madeira Park, Pender Harbour is central to hiking trails, fishing adventures, sightseeing, culinary and cultural experiences in our scenic, protected harbour. There are 11 lakes in the area and over 5000 years of First Nation history. We are a family of longtime residents in the community. Our business has been commercial fishing for 4 generations.

  • Help

    Help

    Helping maintain the yard & garden are priority chores we need help with. Good to have a vehicle but not necessary. We have 11 lakes, ocean beaches, water sports and sport fishing as top recreational activities. The scenery is spectacular, we occasionally see whales from the shore. Thank you for considering us!

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Several options: Stay in a vintage 14’ travel trailer, that’s clean, cozy and comfortable with new cushions, heat, and water. It has two twin size beds but ideally it’s set up for one person with a foam mattress and a table. Smoking outside only. Fast Internet. Off street parking and a private outdoor area. For couples, you will use one of the rooms in my house with TV, internet, coffee bar and private entrance. Kitchen in main house is shared.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Pender Harbour offers beautiful scenery and peaceful living. We are super tidy and respectful people and expect same. Please contact us using the Workaway app only. (If we are hosting you, it’s ok to communicate using What’s app or cellular services using the numbers above because we have found the workaway app can be slow in forwarding messages). We look forward to hosting you and showing off our lovely town.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Yes, really great WiFi here. Please tell me what you need!

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Large yard but have some obstructions in getting it in the driveway. An RV around 26 feet is best. Septic, potable water, 30amp serviced RV site with privacy fence.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    We love animals but please ask first before arriving with a pet. It might not be ok to have a pet on site. Thank you.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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The image depicts a serene backyard scene featuring a house with a wooden deck, potted plants, and a lush grassy area, surrounded by trees in the background.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a white canopy, a fire pit, and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and a grassy field under a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a wooden deck, a tree, and a small building, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene grassy area with a camper, large rocks, and trees, set against a blue sky with wispy clouds on a sunny day.
The image depicts a gravel area with a woodpile on the left, a camper in the middle, and a tent on the right, surrounded by a wooden structure.
The image depicts a two-story house with a large deck, situated on a grassy yard with trees and bushes, set against a clear blue sky.
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