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Hello,
We live in very close (less than 5 minutes walk) to the beach in Southbourne, Dorset. There are loads of lovely walks on the doorstep.
We have two dogs, Islay and Jaffa, who adore cuddles. We are looking for someone to come and help look after them and keep them company.
We have good internet and you can easily work here remotely.
Having a car isn't essential as there is a bus stop at the end of our road and plenty of shops on Southbourne Grove all within 5-10minute walking distance.
Hengisbury Head is a stunning nature reserve not far away. Bournemouth, Christchurch, Mudeford and the New Forest are all also within easy reach.
There's lots of great outdoor activities like paddling boarding, cycling, sailing and other sports close by.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Animal Care

Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Places like the Jurassic Coast, Purbecks, Durdle Door (one of my favourite places in the world! It's incredible for watching sunsets or seeing the stars) and the New Forest are all local, great for exploring and easily accessible either by bike or public transport.
London is only 2 hours by train.
Help
Feed and walk Islay and Jaffa, and provide lots of cuddles for them. Keep the house clean and look after the garden.
Dogs are fed twice daily, in the morning and evening. They have a walk in the morning at 7am and another walk around 6/7pm in the evening.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent

Accommodation
Comfortable private room and use of the living room, kitchen and garden.
You'll have your own shelf in the fridge and kitchen cupboard to use for food etc. There are lots of shops within walking distance.
What else ...
* Please note we can only accept one workawayer at a time. Thank you*

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Internet access

Limited internet access

We have pets

We are smokers

Can host families

Can host digital nomads
We have fast WiFi so working remotely is no problem.

How many Workawayers can stay?
One

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Jaffy and Islay absolutely loved him, it was obvious how much care given to them (especially the extra treats - which made them very happy!)
Lee - thank you for all of… read more
Charlie has so so many amazing stories about his life and the places he’s explored - listening to them feels… read more
The dogs all enjoyed their walks and having lots of attention. I could see how much the dogs warmed to you (even if Jaffa barking tried to suggest otherwise now and then!) Your care and patience with each of the dogs really showed.
Hope the… read more
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Jaffy and Islay absolutely loved him, it was obvious how much care given to them (especially the extra treats - which made them very happy!)
Lee - thank you for all of… read more
Charlie has so so many amazing stories about his life and the places he’s explored - listening to them feels… read more
The dogs all enjoyed their walks and having lots of attention. I could see how much the dogs warmed to you (even if Jaffa barking tried to suggest otherwise now and then!) Your care and patience with each of the dogs really showed.
Hope the… read more
Thank you Vanessa, best wishes on your next adventure
Thank you for all your help Grace, enjoy your next adventure and always remember you are welcome back if your ever over this part of the world
Thank you Cam for looking after Ember and Islay so well
She came for just over 5weeks and helped with painting, general house maintenance, cleaning, gardening and most importantly helping to look after our Great Dane Enya and her 11 puppies!
She came as a Workaway and left as a friend!… read more
