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19 Apr 2025
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Hi, I am a mother of 4 grown children. I love the company of people of all ages and learning about new cultures and points of view.
I am looking for help to help transform our home outside!
And in return we can offer you a large comfy bed in our beautiful beach house, in an amazing location between two pristine beaches. Portsea and the wider region of the Mornington Peninsula have incredible places to explore.
Projects we are looking to start on:.
Setting up the garden sprinkler system;
Mowing lawns;
General weeding, mulching and gardening;
General cleaning;
Building a shed;
Teaching me about permaculture;
Sewing with an overlocker;
There is always something to do!!
I am very hard working and hands-on and I expect honesty, and an attitude of enthusiasm and willingness from others to get in and work hard too. Work hard; play fairly and live life to the fullest.
There are a wide range of jobs so send a message and offer us what skills you have or what you are willing to learn how to do.
Couples are encouraged to apply.
I don’t need anyone during the hot summer months because it’s too hot to work outside and my family and friends are staying ..
Cheers, Nicole
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Family lifestyle in a quintessential Australian beach/bush environment. Very close to beaches and bushwalking paths.
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Help
Gardening, Permaculture, Carpentry, Sewing, Cooking, Cleaning, grouting, irrigation
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner
French: BeginnerThis 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
Own room. I have 2 spare rooms at present.
What else ...
There are plenty of beautiful coastal walks in many directions: even a Sorrento-Portsea Artists Trail, where local and international artists have captured some of the local coastal views.
There are a variety of local pubs to sit and watch the boats come and go.
Sorrento village is nearby (bus, bike ride, walk) which has a range of quaint heritage boutiques: you can wander the limestone shopfronts or even get a huge famous vanilla custard slice. Throughout the year there are open air markets, art galleries, festivals, fun carnivals and activities of all sorts; never a dull moment.
Close by History:
The Nepean Historical Museum and Pioneer Cottage
Point Nepean and Collins Settlement Historic Site where World War 1 and 2 are supposed to have officially started with the first firing of a cannon.
Seaside escape:
Sun bake at the calm bay beach or body surf at the wild back beach.
Go on a seal and dolphin swimming adventures, fishing trip or bay cruise or take the plunge on a scuba diving expedition.
There are a variety of local beaches to visit in Portsea, Sorrento, Blairgowrie, and Rye.
And the Peninsula Springs!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
There is plenty of space to park your van
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (11)
On top we had really nice talks with her and Noah (another… read more
They also stayed at my friend Janie’s who was so appreciative of all the work they did. I believe it was a very successful exchange and I wish them safe and happy travels around… read more
Nicola is very welcoming and quickly puts you at ease. We were also able to meet her family, all of whom are adorable.
Nik's house and the area with the two beaches are lovely. We really liked to help her and visit the peninsula.
WE recommand her AT 100% ! :)
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On top we had really nice talks with her and Noah (another… read more
They also stayed at my friend Janie’s who was so appreciative of all the work they did. I believe it was a very successful exchange and I wish them safe and happy travels around… read more
Nicola is very welcoming and quickly puts you at ease. We were also able to meet her family, all of whom are adorable.
Nik's house and the area with the two beaches are lovely. We really liked to help her and visit the peninsula.
WE recommand her AT 100% ! :)
