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Hello travellers, and welcome.
We are a family of five- Francois, Arcana, and our three children, aged 11, 9, and 6-living quietly in the beautiful mountain valley of Lorinna, in the northwest of Tasmania. Here, on our 30-acre Certified Organic farm, tucked within an off-grid community, we are slowly building a life deeply rooted in the land, family, and simple living.
Our home is surrounded by rolling hills, forest, fresh mountain air, and wide-open skies. It is peaceful, wild, and full of possibility.
Francois is originally from Brittany (Bretagne, France). His passions are deeply connected to the earth, biodynamic and organic farming, fermenting, botany, cooking, gardening, viticulture, and of course, making and enjoying beautiful wine. He brings a wealth of knowledge, hard work, and a deep love for quality food and craftsmanship.
I’m Arcana, originally from Adelaide. My heart is in raising our children, home education, creating a warm and nourishing home, organic gardening, cheesemaking, baking, pottery, music, and slow living. You’ll often find me in the kitchen, in the garden, or with my harp or guitar nearby.
We made the move to Tasmania from Margaret River in 2021, and purchased our land in 2025. This is still the beginning of our journey here, and there is much to build, plant, and dream into life.
At the moment, we are establishing gardens, orchards, chicken coops, shelter belts, and many other projects across the property. One of our greatest dreams is nearly here- our vineyard. Francois is a trained viticulturist and winemaker, and our vines are currently in the nursery, ready to be planted in 2027.
Our land is Certified Organic, and we live this wholeheartedly. Organic growing, clean food, and respect for the land are non-negotiables in our home.
We share our farm with sheep, chickens, rabbits, and two much-loved dogs, and soon to have cows!
As a family, we love gathering around good food, long conversations, music, fires, feasts, and meaningful friendships. We are social people, though equally happy spending quiet days at home, working hard with our hands and soaking in the beauty of this place we love.
We welcome grounded, kind, hardworking travellers who genuinely enjoy farm life, learning new things, and being part of family rhythm.
Accommodation is best suited to those travelling with their own van or caravan. We usually prefer stays of 1–2 weeks, though longer stays can be wonderful if we all connect and the fit feels natural.
If our little mountain homestead calls to you, we’d love to hear from you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House & pet sitting
Interests
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Movies & TV
Culture
Farming
Events & social
Writing
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Books
Art & design
Animals
Cycling
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Home & Family care.
Beverage knowledge.
Biodynamic and garden knowledge.
Community living. Many amazing people / families living in the community here!
Cooking and baking.
French and English speaking.
Self sufficient, remote and organic life style.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need help with garden chores eg; weeding, garden tidying, seeding, planting, building fences, tending to the chickens needs, etc.
Building projects; chickem coop, glass house etc.
Chopping, moving & splitting wood.
Art projects.
Spending time with the children playing games, going for walks, climbing trees, cooking, swimming, bike riding, building cubby houses, reading them stories, art projects, archery, singing and other fun creative activities!
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Francois can speak fluent French and a few other languages but very basic. Otherwise we all speak English and are happy to learn new languages
Accommodation
People will need to come with their own accommodation, eg, Van or tent.
We have a big tent and mattresses that we can set up if necessary but it is cold June-November to use this method of accommodation, but your choice.
You are welcome to use our bathroom and kitchen of course and other living areas in the house :)
We will provide lunch and dinner for you and can accomadate if you have any dietary requirements. You will need to have breakfast sorted for your self.
We personally eat everything. Yet, we are strictly ONLY ORGANIC in our house hold.
The meat we eat is either our own grown sheep, chickens or meat from neighbours cows, etc. Veggies are either grown here or by a local, organic farmer.
What else ...
Our place is such a special place. It's quite remote and serene. A rare place to find!
Lake Cethana is a few minute drive from our home or a 30 min walk.
The community gathers on Saturdays for the co-op. There are often community events and plenty happening for the kids!
Cradle mountain can be seen from our drive way- It is a 50 min drive from our home, a wonderful place to explore!
Sheffield is the closest town to us (40 mins) and its very sweet!
The overland track is not far from our home.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have unlimited WiFi that work awayers can use. It is turned off before we go to bed each night. There is telstra connection in our place too.
Space for parking camper vans
Will need your.own accommodation, a van or caravan. Our house is small! Showers, bathroom, etc is easily accessible.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Honey
