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We live in South west of Ireland on the coast a few miles from the Mizen Head. A number of beautiful beaches are close by. We have 4 children, all are away at college/working. Our nearest villages Crookhaven and Goleen are six miles away. We grow vegetables, fruit and have a large ornamental seaside garden. We live in a renovated traditional farmhouse. we can provide own room and shared bathroom and are a very LGBTQ+ friendly household. We enjoy meeting new people and are happy to show you our area. Food is supplied. Kate is a keen and experienced cook/baker, supplying the home with fresh bread and cakes. We generally all eat the evening meal together a time to chat and exchange stories and experiences. You can also cook meals, we will supply ingredients etc.
We are looking for help in the garden, . We would be happy with 4 hours help 5 days a week. It would be preferable if you had an interest in gardening, nature and the outdoors. We would love help keeping our garden maintained. If the weather is bad we can find indoor jobs that need doing. Kate is a potter and Owen is a textile artist. Summer is a busy time in the pottery and Kate also bakes in a local cafe. There is a rural bus running locally. We also have bicycles that you are welcome to use. Owen has limited mobility due to a spinal condition so physical work is difficult for him at the moment
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Interests
Pets
Vegetarian or vegan
Self development
Farming
Charity work
Culture
Politics / Social justice
LGBTQ
Sustainability
Animals
Astronomy
Drawing & painting
Writing
Books
Plant care
Music
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Gardening
Cooking & food
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Fitness
Beach
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cycling
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Shared meals, local sight seeing. Kate is a potter and Owen is a texxtile artist. Interested in learning about different cultures and backgrounds.
Projects involving children
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Help
Outdoor tasks and gardening
We are looking for help maintaining the garden and general outdoor help, painting, mowing grass. We would be happy with 4 good hours help 5 days a week. It's preferable you had a keen interest in nature and the outdoors.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Full bed and board, own bedroom and shared bathroom. Please let us know of any diet requirements. Breakfast is help yourself, lunch with Owen or if he is out/unavailable help yourself. Dinner is provided and shared with the family.
What else ...
We live in a rural area but there is much to see. Mizen Head local beaches and beautiful scenery
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Jessie
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