Join us at our small hobby farm just outside the village of The Channon, near Byron Bay and Nimbin

Australia

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20
Last activity
16/02/2020
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2020

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We have a small hobby farm with alpacas, chickens, a kelpie and a greyhound situated just outside the village of The Channon. We are easy commuting distance from Byron Bay and Nimbin.We can pick you up from Byron, Ballina,Lismore or surrounding areas....We offer your own private room within a modern newly built house with meals for gardening and general help. We have enjoyed being a host to many travelers over the years and enjoy showing off our beautiful part of the world. We always give plenty of free time to explore the area. From Brisbane the easiest way to get here is by bus where we can pick you up from the bus station or from Sydney there is bus, train or plane.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
Cooking / shopping
General Maintenance
Farmstay
Help in the house
Animal care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Every night we all eat the evening meal together and we love to learn as much from our helper as they can learn from us. We also love to show off our beautiful area of National Parks and waterfalls on weekends.
Help
Farm work is mainly gardening and looking after the animals which all is very easy. Our previous helpers have done between 16 to 20 hours per week which usually gives at least 3 full days off per week and part days off for the other days. We also love to show off our beautiful area of National Parks and waterfalls and Byron Bay is only a short bus trip away.
Languages spoken
English
Accommodation
Private rooms, one with queen sized bed and the other a single in our newly built home.
What else ...
We are easy commuting distance from Byron Bay, Lismore and Nimbin and are able most days to assist in reaching these destinations.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (20)

20/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jacqueline)

Jacky was a wonderful helper around our small farm. Was happy to help with all jobs and wish all the best with her travels.

(Very good )

15/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jacqueline) for host

Staying with Rachel & David was my first workaway experience and I am grateful for it. I was very pleased that they picked me up from the train station when I arrived at night, and they live in a beautiful area. Both are very kind and warm-hearted people and they don't want you to work hard. Instead they would try to make your stay as pleasant as… read more

(Very good )

08/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (CHUAN-JUNG) for host

David and Rachel were always kind and enthusiastic. When I had doubts, they also patiently help me.
This little farm was a peace place where could relaxing my mind. The animal here were cute and easygoing. Most of jobs was easy, and I had a lot of time to do my own business.
I will never forget these priceless memories. Thanks for everything… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (CHUAN-JUNG)

Jen was wonderful to have around. Always willing to help. Always cheerful and happy. Jen would be welcome back anytime.

(Excellent )

18/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Yui) for host

David and Rachel are very kind, wonderful couple. My jobs were mainly gardening, helping house work and animal caring, average 3-4 hours per day. When I got day off, they introduced Nimbin, National Park and Koala rescue center, which were helpful to understand real local life and Aussie culture. All my experiences with them were fantastic! I… read more

(Excellent )

17/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Yui)

Yui was a delight to have as a helper. Always happy to assist and always with a smile.

(Excellent )

17/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)

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(Excellent )

28/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Souchet & GRASLAND)

Severine and Manon were wonderful to have help around our small farm. No job was too hard and It was pleasant to have them around. Can recommend both of them and they would be welcome back anytime.

(Excellent )

11/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Frida & Asger) for host

Great place and sweet people. Beautiful surroundings, but would definitely be more optimal with your own car even though both Dave and Rachel are happy to give you a lift!

(Excellent )

10/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Frida & Asger)

Frida and Asger were a wonderful couple. Always willing to help us and always with a smile. Enjoy your future travels and thank you again.

(Excellent )

29/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)

Gwen and Julien were wonderful to have around. They helped with keeping our paddocks clean of weeds and helped in building our new chicken house. Good luck with your travels.

(Excellent )

20/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Amanda ) for host

My stay at Rachel and David’s was amazing. They are such kind and generous people and they made me feel very welcomed and at home. I was mainly helping out in and around the house. The animals are adorable and so funny. It’s a lovely place and I would highly recommend David and Rachel to anyone.

(Excellent )

19/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Amanda )

Amanda was a pleasure to have stay with us and was always willing to help out from weeding to painting to house cleaning. We would recommend Amanda and wish here all the best chasing her dreams.

(Excellent )

19/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kali)

Kali was a pleasure to have around. Kali is super friendly and is not afraid to get in when the work needs to be done. Would happily have Kali back if she passes by this way again.

(Excellent )

19/01/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kali) for host

David and Rachel were absolutely wonderful. They were so gracious and truly made my first week in Australia a great one. It can be scary coming to a new place not knowing anyone, but they really made me feel right at home. There is plenty to see around where they live (waterfalls and local watering holes for those super hot days). David and Rachel… read more

(Excellent )

18/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Rosie & Verity) for host

David and Rachel were such a generous and sweet couple to stay with. You won't get bored here; we enjoyed trips to local waterfalls, Nimbin and Ballina, as well as several trips to the local tavern. The work was enjoyable and not strenuous at all, and was for just 4 hours a day. They have a lovely house in a beautiful countryside location and have… read more

(Excellent )

11/11/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Cromwell)

We found Florence and Cromwell to be great helpers around our small farm. They are hard working and both extremely nice people. It was a pleasure to have them stay.

(Very good )

29/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Cromwell) for host

This volunteering was our first one in Australia so we were lucky finding this adorable couple. They were very kind and helpful with us, always willing to give a hand whenever is needed. We didn't work hard, we did very easy jobs, such as: cutting wood, walking the dog, some cleaning, etc, for just few hours.
They also take you to drink/have some… read more

(Very good )

23/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Gillet) for host

My stay at David and Rachel's was my first workaway experience and it was wonderful. They are such a Nice and lovely couple! Because of bad weather, we couldn't work a lot but as soon as it was possible David was always very careful and thinking of not making me work to hard. They also took me to many places around the Channon, to show me their… read more

(Excellent )

21/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Gillet)

We would welcome Margot back anytime as she was such a pleasure to host and have help around our small farm.

(Excellent )

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