The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a forest backdrop, with the man on the left, woman in the middle, and child on the right.
A young child stands on a rocky shore, holding a yellow bucket and shovel, with a sailboat and mountains in the background under a blue sky with white clouds.
A young child crouches in a forest clearing, surrounded by ferns and trees, wearing a blue vest, brown jacket, black pants, and boots.
The image depicts a young boy standing on a deck, holding a red toy, with a serene lake and trees visible in the background on a sunny day.
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Join our family on Bowen Island, BC, Canada

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: 1 month or more

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  • Description

    Description

    We're a family living on Bowen Island. We have one four year old son, a cat and a dog. We love Bowen Island because of its beautiful nature, strong community and beaches. Bowen Island has close proximity to Vancouver and is still a rural area.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Pets
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Books
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Sailing / Boating
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Hiking
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Our local community is very vibrant with lots of ways to get involved. I am very well traveled and love meeting amd learning from new people. My partner is a contractor and very handy. Were excited to share with others and help them in any way we can.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Childcare and the odd weekend pet sit. Our son is pretty fun (we like to think) and social. He loves adventure walks, crafts and playing. Help with meals and cleaning up would be appreciated!

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a studio on our property. It's a seperate space with a washroom. Approximately 550 square ft. Were happy to share meals in our home or it is suitable to eat simple meals in the studio if you prefer alone time.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There's a local bus on the island that comes every hour. Lots to do on island and off - close to Vancouver, Whistler, Sunshine coast.

    I work remotely in a seperate space from the main home. My husband is a contractor and works on island so sometimes is in and out.

    No smoking, drugs or excessive drinking. No parties.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Hours with us would be 10-3 on weekdays.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

Host ref number: 418529684896

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A young child stands on a rocky shore, holding a yellow bucket and shovel, with a sailboat and mountains in the background under a blue sky with white clouds.
A young child crouches in a forest clearing, surrounded by ferns and trees, wearing a blue vest, brown jacket, black pants, and boots.
The image depicts a young boy standing on a deck, holding a red toy, with a serene lake and trees visible in the background on a sunny day.
The image depicts a family of three posing for a photo in front of a forest backdrop, with the man on the left, woman in the middle, and child on the right.

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