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19 May 2026
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Description
I am a 55‑year‑old woman living in a lovely house in Kragerø, in the south of Norway, together with my friendly and calm dog.
I live here alone for most of the year and am looking for positive, responsible workawayers who would like to help out .
The help includes caring for the dog, light housework, some gardening, and a bit of painting indoors and outdoors. It would also be great if you enjoy cooking and could prepare dinner occasionally.
The house is close to the sea, swimming spots and scenic hiking areas, and it is only about a 7‑minute drive or bus ride to the center of Kragerø. From the town center, boats depart to the many islands in the idyllic archipelago. While staying here, you can swim, hike, explore nature, enjoy the sea and surroundings, experience Norwegian everyday life, and practice or learn Norwegian.
I have a trotting horse that is trained by a trainer, but I visit her on weekends. Sometimes I travel to races to be there when it competes.
I moved here in November, so those who have written feedback were Workawayers at the farm where I previously lived.
Important dates:
From July 5, the house will be full of family members, and I will not be able to host helpers between July 5. and August 10.
If you enjoy nature, a calm and friendly home environment, and cultural exchange in beautiful southern Norway, you are very welcome to get in touch!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House & pet sitting
Interests
Gardening
Hitchhiking
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Sailing / Boating
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You could learn about Norwegian daily life. You could, if interested, learn a bit Norwegian. You can try a SUP board on the sea or on the lake.
Help
The dog is an English bulldog who cannot go on long walks in warm weather, but loves swimming
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Elisabeth trying to learn spanish. She has a education as a norwegian teacher, so she can help with learning norwegian
Accommodation
A large room on its own floor with a private bathroom.There is an opportunity to do strength training in the small gym at the house.
What else ...
You can easily visit many cities and places by bus or train if you want to explore.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Selma (8 years)
Selma is a social kind English Bulldog
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Feedback (15)
When I woke up after arriving in Norway I could see the magnificent view you will have from home! (Especially from the living room)
Elisabeth and Joe are very friendly. I felt comfortable, like at home.
Because of my young age I had some difficulty feeling comfortable… read more
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Communication:
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When I woke up after arriving in Norway I could see the magnificent view you will have from home! (Especially from the living room)
Elisabeth and Joe are very friendly. I felt comfortable, like at home.
Because of my young age I had some difficulty feeling comfortable… read more
Our stay was perfect from beginning to the end, Elizabeth and Jo are great hosts, that took care to make us feel at home. When Elizabeth got to know that we learn Norwegian, she put effort to practice Norwegian with us and tried to express one information in… read more
The work itself was fun and rewarding. We got… read more
I really like horses and especially the two foals were so cute.
I had the opportunity to stay in a little cabine 20 meters in the opposite of their house with my own bathroom, living room and fridge which was really nice but of course i was welcome to join them in their house as… read more
I was only staying for one week and regretted a bit that I didn't have more time to spend at the lovely little farm. Elisabeth and Jo were welcoming and caring hosts. They always made sure that I had everything that I needed. The communication with… read more
At the moment they renovate an stable and build a paddock outside. I did a lot of painting work and started to build a fence with Oda… read more
For the first moment i felt me like at home.
The animals are also so lovely and I had a lot of fun and I enjoyed my stay in Norwegian.
Tysen tak Elisabetbh for this great experience and for the nice time!
