Come to our magical place in the Byron hinterland, Australia

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19
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06/07/2020
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2021

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Description
We live on a magical piece of land in the Byron hinterland.
We are situated half an hour from Lismore and an hour from the beach.
We are Nicholas and Melanie with our wonderful little Children Jeremy 10 and Celeste 8 year, .
We have a big beautiful garden where there is always lots to do.

Nicholas is a composer and works at home, and Melanie is studying the Shakuhachi and works on the land.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Language practice
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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What's this?
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
when you are proactive you can learn lots of things , we have had people learning to render the house, experiencing what it can mean living on land , local weed control , improve skills with kids ..
Help
Depending on the current project and your abilities work changes. it can be in and around the house or with the native trees and garden weeding , mulching , brush cutting .
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a studio with a guest room which has a beautiful view! There is a creek on the property .There is also a 50 m Lake for swimming, which we love in the summer month..
What else ...
We would like people who enjoy to be with children,and who ideally have experience with children. :).
For most work we are glad for people with experience in working independent on land .
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
4 -5 (max 25 hours/week)

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Pergola eating area

Pond , view from guesthouse

compost toilet

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great place to go swimming in summer

our mountain, view from the main house

Feedback left by and about host (19)

15/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

I had a wonderful stay with Melanie and Nicholas and the kids. The area they live in is beautiful and peaceful and there are lots of great and interesting places to discover. Nicholas and Melanie are both very kind people who seemed genuinely interested in me and they wanted me to have a good time. They gave me lots of good tips to make my trip… read more

(Excellent )

29/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie & Clément)

Lucy and Clement stayed with us for two weeks , we got so much work done , which has been waiting for some strong help. They Planted Trees, Rendered Walls of the whole of the outside of our House- which was a big job, Cleaned the House exceptionally, and where just aware what needed to happen in the household. the kids loved there company and… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Lucie & Clément) for host

We spent two great weeks in this peaceful heaven with the warm welcome of Melanie, Nicholas and their two children. Their property is relaxing, surrounded by nature and wildlife, we saw wallabies every day! Nicholas and Melanie are very friendly and we quickly made ourselves comfortable. The food was delicious and made with fresh eggs from their… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Vincent)

It was great having Vincent with us! He was very proactive and independend in the work which needed to be done, up for any project. He was great company to be around with and the kids especialy enjoyed having him. All the Best for your future travels ! Melanie and Family

(Excellent )

18/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Vincent) for host

I have only fond memories of my time with this family. The work was invigorating and varied, and the family was warm and friendly. I woke up each morning to a beautiful symphony of bird noises, and one time, Melanie made Wallaby stew for us. It was an amazing time. Thanks, y'all!

(Excellent )

15/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)

It was soo nice to have Nina staying with us! She was great Company, we had interesting conversation , the kids loved being with her and they did many nice craft activities. She was very proactive and skilled with all the help she did. You can consider your self lucky if she says with you ! Good luck with everything ! And yes, would be nice to… read more

(Excellent )

14/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host

I stayed with Melanie and her family for only a short period but still enjoyed it so very much.
The two kids where a pleasure to get to know and extremely clever and smart for their age too.
Food was lovely, fresh and sometimes right from the garden, and dinner was always together
around the table enjoying nice conversations.
Hope to see you… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Bente)

We all had a really nice time with Bente , she was very open engaging , and worked with great initiative , and effort . The kids loved playing with her in. We would have her anytime again with us and can highly recommend her !! Best wishes for future Adventures !!

(Excellent )

19/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Bente) for host

I had 2 amazing weeks with Melanie, nicholas, the kids were like siblings after such a short time, playing with them was great!
Thank you for your delicious food, a wonderful time and your inspiration.
Would always recommend to go to their place!! Would love to come back :)

(Excellent )

06/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (LUIS & YANAISY (YANY)) for host

It was great to stay for two weeks with Nicholas, Melanie, Jeremy, Celeste and Christian at their house. We learned many useful things from them and really enjoyed our stay there. We felt as if we were part of the family. Their house and garden are very pretty, there are always wallabies around! Moreover, they cook very well so we really enjoyed… read more

(Very good )

20/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Stella & Michael) for host

Lovely experience, 3 weeks with Celeste, Jeremy, Melanie and Nicholas on their beautiful property, with pleasant conversations, lots of playing, relaxing and learning.

They were very kind and very helpful suggesting places to visit, things to do and making sure that we were absolutely feeling like at home. Moreover, being surronded by music was… read more

(Excellent )

05/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Stella & Michael)

We had such a great time with Stel.la , Michael and Coral.li, they are beautiful people who harmonised with our family live amazingly !
Coral.li is an great little traveler, just getting along so easily in a new enviroment with other kids.
Thank you for visiting us, and hope to see you again !!

(Excellent )

06/01/2015

Left by Workawayer (Russell) for host

We had a great time with this great family, the land is full of native trees thanks to their work and the wallabies are very close. Expect to get your hands dirty weeding, mulching, mowing and then chilling out in the pond/dam in the hot afternoons. Food and meals were first rate and very healthy. The kids are great and love to play... Highly… read more

(Excellent )

22/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Joanna)

:) it was great having Joanna with us , she was where ever help was needed , the kids loved her, she fitted in with the family so easy.
you would be most welcome anytime !

(Excellent )

21/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Joanna) for host

Although I only stayed for two weeks in the lusciously green Georgica I was welcomed with such warmth and left the place feeling very inspired and with many great memories. I enjoyed the balance of working outside and looking after the children who are amongst the brightest ones I have ever met. I loved learning about your lifestyle, having all… read more

(Excellent )

01/04/2014

Left by Workawayer (Eric) for host

When I came to Australia for the first time, I thought I'd spend a week or two at this beautiful place, but since me and the tribe were a perfect match from day one, I stayed three months and left as a true member of the family only when my visa was running out. These people are the most warm-hearted, generous, buoyant hosts you could wish for,… read more

(Excellent )

02/02/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)

well, what to say, Erik has been staying with us since 3 month and he just has been great in all ways. He is working independend ,reliable, german top quality in what ever he does. even he is a man of the City he was very quick in picking up any tool ,and recently did the biggest part of the work in rendering our hole house which was a huge job… read more

(Excellent )

14/02/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)

Hey Marco, we had equally a great time with you, so much fun, so easy going, up for anything- even cooking the best food for a whole army of two families ..enjoyed you music too!

(Excellent )

14/02/2013

Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host

beautiful people! fantastic family! I enjoyed every single day with melanie nicolas and two children ... thanks for your help! then the cherry on the cake, a passion for music!! :-)

(Excellent )

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