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Spend time with my dog while staying close to the beach in Golden Beach, Australia

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  • Description

    Description

    I live a 5 bedroom house in Golden Beach in Australia's Sunshine Coast, the beach is a 400m walk and there is a path by the house that takes you right there. It really is a beautiful spot. There is also a bus stop for travel to Mooloolaba/Maroochydore at the back of the house and Bulcock Beach (Caloundra) is in walking distance. (15 minutes)

    The house has a swimming pool (currently being repaired), pool table, air hockey, table tennis, dart board, basket ball hoop and soccer goals in the garden. A spacious outdoor seating area and an ice bath and sauna tent if you're into that. There's plenry of parking if you have a car.

    I have 2 furnished Queen rooms and a single furnished room going spare and exclusive use of the main bathroom/toilet. (I have an ensuite) I'm probably only looking for max 2 people at a time but if you're a group of 3 friends that don't want to split up I'm open to discussing it.

    Currently it's just me and my Great Dane X - Samson.

    I'm a time poor small business owner working a lot and Samson isn't getting as much exercise as he needs and he's digging up the garden and making a right mess.

    I'm also originally from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and I came to this country as a backpacker myself so I know the script.

    This isn't a job or long term accommodation it's for people passing through for a few days/weeks at a time or need somewhere to stay short term whilst they find long term accommodation. I remember the endless struggle of trying to find somewhere to stay when i was travelling myself.

    In exchange for the accommodation I'm looking for help with Samson mainly, walking him and keeping him company and just some help around the house, general cleaning, mowing the lawn the odd time etc. Nothing major.

    As for me, I work a lot either out on the road or at home. I volunteer with community outreach and mentoring programs. I still play football ⚽️ competitively go to the gym, go for coffees, beach walks, climb mountains. Enjoy a cold beer 🍺 or glass of wine 🍷 now and again. Love coffee ☕️

    I'm about as typical a guy as you'll get. I'm friendly and I'll gladly have a beer or a glass of wine with you on occasions but I also like my own space and I'll respect yours also.

    If this sounds like what you're after. Send me a message.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Charity work
    Pets
    Music
    Animals
    Hiking
    Team sports
    Fitness
    Camping
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I'm just looking to offer a helping hand. Travelling was the best thing i ever did but it can get lonely and stressful sometimes and a friendly and safe place to stay can do wonders for your mental state.

    In exchange, I'd love to know you're story and your culture from home. I'm always fascinated to hear other people's stories of how they ended up here.

  • Help

    Help

    Really, just help with the dog mostly. Help keep the house clean and maintained.

    I am very handy with tools and maintenance. Happy to share these skills with you if you're interested.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    I'd love to learn another language.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    I have 2 furnished queen rooms and a furnished single room. All bedding etc provided.

    The main living areas of the house are there to be used so make yourself feel at home.

    Fridge and Pantry will always have food in it so help yourself and I cook so happy to cook meals and if you want to cook meals also then great.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Just to reiterate, this isn't long term its for people passing through or needing somewhere whilst they get set up.

    The Beach is on your doorstep, there's plenty to do in the games room and the pool will be there to use in warmer months.

    Caloundra has loads of bars/cafes/restaurants and the bus stop is outside to get to Mooloolaba/Maroochydore.

  • 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

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Wifi is available and free to use.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Dogs that are friendly with other dogs only

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Samson (3 years)

    Samson is a super friendly Great Dane X Labrador

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