Join our certified organic farm in an off grid community in Tasmania, Australia

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  Description

  Hello travellers,
  We are a family of five- Francois, Arcana, and our three children, aged 12, 10, 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 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.
  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 schooling, creating a warm and nourishing home, organic gardening, studying to be a herbalist currently, cheesemaking, baking, pottery, music (I play the harp & guitar & sing), looking after our farm animals and slow living.
  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.
  Our Children are awesome in their own ways. The eldest is a hunter & loves anything survival- he could live by him self in the bush and survive longer than anyone we know. The middle is a horse rider/ singer with a stunning voice, who loves reading novels. And our youngest is a little comedian who wants to do everything her big sister does! All 3 children work with us on the land & are brilliant helpers.
  At the moment, we are establishing gardens, orchards, chicken coops, fencing, and many other projects across the property.
  We have recently planted our own Vineyard. Francois is a trained viticulturist and winemaker, and our vines are currently in the ground and in our nursery.
  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, horses, chickens, rabbits, and two much-loved dogs, and soon to have cows!
  As a family, we love gathering around good food, conversations, music, fires, feasts, and meaningful friendships. We are social people, though equally happy spending quiet days at home together, working hard with our hands and soaking in the beauty of this place we love.
  We welcome grounded, 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, although this summer we can host a tent or bell tent. 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.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Language practice

  Help with Eco Projects

  Teaching

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance

  House & pet sitting
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  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
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  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.

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  Projects involving children

  This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

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  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!

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent

  This 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
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  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.

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  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.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  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.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Will need your.own accommodation, a van or caravan. Our house is small! Showers, bathroom, etc is easily accessible.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

  Honey

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