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UPDATE FOR Spring 2025
We are ideally looking for...
• one person, or a couple/friends willing to share accommodation
• between the ages of 22 to 35
• able to stay for a couple weeks or more
• comfortable with a variety of outdoor tasks as you will be helping us set up for a busy Spring season.
• carpentry skills are a huge bonus!
• has their own vehicle OR happy to be independent in their off time. Transit is limited, but does exist here. You are always welcome to get a ride into town with us when we're going, and there may be the possibility of renting a vehicle for days off.
Hi!
We are a vibrant little collection of adults and young adults - the "kids". We have dogs, cats, and a 110 year old house which always seems to be a natural gathering place. Our property is a seven acre, sunny slice of heaven in Metchosin BC, just 30 minutes west of Victoria. Enjoy a morning coffee on the deck overlooking the ocean and mountains. Nearby are some of the best beaches and hikes on the south island. We operate a small hobby farm and we would love to host someone with a variety of skills, and an eagerness to jump in on any project!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Languages
Self development
Technology
Sustainability
Movies & TV
Farming
Charity work
Writing
Animals
Astronomy
Plant care
Music
History
Books
Art & design
Fitness
Sailing / Boating
Yoga / Wellness
Team sports
Camping
Outdoor activities
Adventure sports
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Whether you are interested in practicing english, exploring the wilderness of Vancouver Island, or developing cooking, gardening or construction skills, our house offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere in which to learn.
Help
Volunteering will vary according to what needs to be done as well as skills being offered. Projects we always need help with: gardening, pulling invasive weeds, woodwork, painting.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a new workaway room which is comfortable for two people to share.
There are plenty of other places for you to stay depending on what's on the go at the time. Enjoy the cabin amongst the garry oaks. The loft bedroom in the barn suite. Or one of the spacious bedrooms in our home-- stunning views guaranteed!
What else ...
Public transit exists but can be a challenge in this neighbourhood, so having your own car is definitely an advantage. We are close to The Galloping Goose - a walk/bike path which takes you into town. It's about 1.25 hrs by bike to downtown Victoria. A 1 hr drive northwest takes you past Sooke and onto a rugged part of Vancouver Island's coast. There are several good beaches out there as well as access to the Juan de Fuca Trail.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Many animals (most of then are deer) come to see how our work progressing in the garden it's amazing !
Thank you for your warm welcoming.
