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Hi. My husband and I are English, living in beautiful West Cork. We are active retirees and spend two months travelling most years. We'd like help in our garden and assistance with a few small DIY jobs around the house involving painting, carpentry and if possible plastering before we set off for our travels in November. Two weeks in October would be the perfect time to help us out... and maybe again in March on our return!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live in Southern Ireland 2km from a very lively town famous for musical festivals and a great music scene. Our home is a 10 minutes drive to the sea and there are plenty of lovely walks close by.We would be happy to improve helpers English language skills but would prefer someone with basic English. My husband is a keen birdwatcher. We are both interested in natural history, travel and outdoor activities.
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Help
My husband and I are looking for a single person (non smoker) to help with general gardening chores and DIY projects for two weeks in October. Carpentry, small amount of plastering and painting skills would be a definite advantage.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We live in a four bedroomed detached house with two cats on a 0.5 site. We offer a double room with an en-suite bathroom in the house. Wifi is available. We may have a bicycle to lend if the helper has no transport. There is off street parking for a car.We are happy to provide a light breakfast and lunch and a dinner each evening. My husband loves to cook and will appreciate help with general kitchen chores at meal times. Unfortunately we cannot cater for Vegans.
What else ...
There are regular bus services to towns nearby but we will help with transport if needed. We spend time walking, swimming, cycling and gardening.We have done a lot of travelling to as faraway as the Antarctic (kayaking) for my 60 birthday and travel for two months of the year and have recently spent a month in Japan walking the buddhist trails. We plan to go back soon.We often have friends to stay with us and we enjoy entertaining at home. There is a cinema and sports club with a swimming pool in the town.
A little more information
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
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
