Cultural exchange with a family with lots to do in Wesburn, VIC, Australia

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  Description

  I'm a busy single mum living on a lovely quarter-acre property in the beautiful Yarra Valley, and I'm looking for an extra pair of hands (or two!) to help out around the property for approximately two weeks.
  
  In exchange, you'll have your own fully furnished, self-contained accommodation, giving you plenty of privacy and space to enjoy your stay.
  
  I'm ideally looking for a female traveller or a couple who are friendly, practical, reliable, and genuinely enjoy children, dogs and a bit of outdoor tasks.
  
  
  Ideally, you're:
  
  Female travelling solo or a couple.
  Comfortable around young children and energetic dogs.
  Happy to get outdoors and help with practical projects.
  Friendly, independent, respectful and reliable.
  Enjoy a relaxed family atmosphere.
  We're looking for approximately a two-week stay, with dates negotiable.
  If you enjoy country living, meeting new people, spending time with animals and exploring a beautiful part of Victoria, we'd love to hear from you!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Teaching

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Animal Care

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We'd love to welcome travellers from any background and share a little taste of Australian country life in the beautiful Yarra Valley.
  
  I'm a single mum with a five-year-old son, and we enjoy being outdoors, exploring nature, cooking, gardening and making the most of everything our local area has to offer.
  
  You'll have the opportunity to experience life in a small Australian country town, discover the local community, explore the mountain bike trails, visit the local pub and bakery, and enjoy the beautiful surrounding countryside.
  
  We're happy to share local knowledge, recommend places to visit and introduce you to some of our favourite spots around the Yarra Valley.
  
  We'd also love to learn about your culture, travel experiences, food, traditions and stories. Sharing meals, cooking different dishes, exchanging ideas and learning from one another are all part of the experience.
  
  You'll have your own private, self-contained accommodation, so there's plenty of opportunity to enjoy independent travel while also being part of a friendly and welcoming household.
  
  We hope you'll leave with some lovely memories, new experiences and a little taste of Australian country living!

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Help

  We're looking for enthusiastic, practical and friendly people to help with a variety of projects around our quarter-acre property.
  
  Gardening and outdoor projects
  Weeding, mulching and general garden maintenance.
  Tidying garden beds and outdoor areas.
  Mowing, pruning and general outdoor upkeep.
  Painting and DIY
  Helping with interior and exterior painting.
  Light repairs and general property improvements.
  Preparing the property for sale and helping with decluttering and organising.
  
  Dogs and outdoor activities
  Walking, playing with and spending time with our energetic Border Collie/Kelpie.
  Puppy cuddles, enrichment activities and basic training.
  Family and creative activities
  Enjoying games, sports, arts and crafts, cooking and gardening activities with my five-year-old son.
  Sharing family-friendly activities and helping create a fun, positive environment.
  We're looking for people who are happy to get involved, enjoy a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities and take pride in helping with practical projects.
  
  You don't need to be an expert tradesperson. A positive attitude, initiative, reliability and a willingness to help are much more important.
  
  There is plenty to do, but also lots of opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Yarra Valley, explore the local trails, visit the pub and bakery and relax in your own private accommodation.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  Spanish: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
  You can contact them directly for more information.
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  Accommodation

  You'll be staying in a, a rustic renovated, fully furnished and self-contained accommodation located on our property.
  The accommodation is separate from our main living area, giving you your own space, privacy and independence throughout your stay.
  
  Inside, you'll find:
  
  A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to prepare your own meals.
  A beautifully renovated bathroom featuring a deep soaker tub, shower over bath and double vanity.
  An oversized bedroom with a luxurious queen four-poster bed.
  A separate dining room with dining table and comfortable couch.
  A cosy lounge centred around a stunning retro copper wood heater, with plush couch, ottoman and Smart TV.
  Large windows overlooking peaceful mountain views.
  It's a comfortable and character-filled country retreat, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring or helping around the property.
  You'll have your own private, fully equipped home away from home while experiencing life in the beautiful Yarra Valley.

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  What else ...

  We're looking forward to welcoming someone who will enjoy spending a couple of weeks in our little corner of the Yarra Valley.
  
  A few additional things worth knowing:
  We have an energetic, friendly Border Collie/Kelpie, so being comfortable around dogs is essential.
  We have a fun-loving five-year-old boy, so a genuine enjoyment of children and a family environment is important.
  You'll have your own separate, fully self-contained accommodation, providing plenty of privacy and independence.
  We're a relaxed country household and appreciate people who are friendly, considerate, tidy and happy to use their initiative.
  
  There is a mixture of indoor and outdoor projects, so flexibility and a willingness to get involved are appreciated.
  You'll have plenty of free time to explore the local area, enjoy the mountain bike trails, visit the pub and bakery or simply relax.
  We're ideally looking for a two-week stay, although dates can be discussed.
  Please tell us a little about yourself, your travel plans, any practical skills or experience you have, and why you'd enjoy staying with us.
  We'd love to find the right people for a mutually enjoyable experience!

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  NBN

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Driveway might fit one

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  Can possibly accept pets

  My dog is dog friendly and would love another dog to play with must be kid friendly

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Narlie

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