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Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks
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Hi, and welcome to Ireland !
we are an easy- going, mature couple who have a farmhouse which I (Jayavati) live in , and a self contained cabin which my dear husband Jeremy lives in .
We grow organic vegetables, and need help with planting, weeding, watering etc: and help with careing for the horses.
We keep dogs, cats, ponies, and foster abused and starved horses and foals for an Irish Rescue, not for profit Charity.
We need help with various projects around the gardens, also to muck out stables, feed and groom horses, and help in the house. Knowledge of horses is an advantage but not essential.
Jeremy designs eco houses and is a carpenter and musician, I am a retired psychotherapist and like to study animal behaviour.
The gardens are a lovely peaceful place to be, and we are in a most beautiful part of Ireland. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Sailing / Boating
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Farming
Charity work
Writing
Plant care
Music
History
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Carpentry
Books
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain -
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have beautiful mountain walks on our doorstep, and it is great for nature lovers and hikers. There are also many beaches, and seaside villages a short drive away.
There are music pubs in the local village and often festivals, with busy Markets in Bantry and Skibbereen every week.
You will need your own transport or use taxis to get home. We go to town most days and can give you a lift.
You will definitely need to be a dog lover or you may get overwhelmed !
IMPORTANT TO NOTE... We are vegetarian / vegans and ask that you please dont bring meat or fish into the property.
We are very rural with no bus service. The nearest bus route is 4 klms away.
Please only apply if you are over the age of 22 years. -
Help
We need help with our organic gardens, field tasks, and young rescued, abandoned and starved horses. We also need help with the dogs, and tasks around the house, .Its important that you enjoy being around dogs and horses. Kindness is essential as we often have frightened rescue animals here for rehabilitation. Also that you don't mind mud...this is the downside of Ireland unfortunately! We advise you to come prepared with waterproof boots and warm wet weather clothing.
We ask for 5 mornings per week with two free days a week.
PLEASE NOTE : We ask that all applicants are over the age of 22 years., you may like to have your own transport as we are not on a Bus route. -
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
You will have either a small, Comfortable cabin to stay in, (share bathroom and kitchen in the main house) or a warm comfortable bedroom in the house,depending on current visitors or workawayers... NOTE... In the colder months of the year you will have a warm bedroom in the main house.
NOTE...we dont eat meat or fish, and can not cater for special diets. We eat vegetarian / vegan food, ( We can cook vegan if that is your preferance).
Please NOTE...Sorry, we can not have workawayers with their Dogs or Cats -
What else ...
We live simply but in comfort and lead a joy filled life. Enjoying the nature around us. We live in a rural area, NOTE...We are 4 klm from the nearest village and the public transport, so your own transport is desirable or you may feel isolated, unless you are hoping for a Nature immersion stay.
Our house backs onto mountains with great walks (the well known Sheeps Head Way). Spectacular views of the ocean and The Cork and Kerry mountains beyond.
We love having visitors and have been Helpx hosts for many years. We are new to workaway.
We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our home, country living with animals and laid back lifestyle.
The location is better suited to you if you prefer nature and tranquility rather than Towns, bars or night club life which will be hard to reach without your own transport or a taxi. That being said, there are great music bars and cafes in the nearest village of Ballydehob, (4 klms) Schull and Bantry or Skibbereen. -
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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How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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My animals / pets
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These two are just wonderful! They are truly special, kind people who treat nature, people, and animals with great respect and appreciation.
It was a wonderful time with the perfect mix of work, socializing, and enjoying the beautiful scenery there.
I loved to stay in the cabin in the garden. … read more
Stefanie is self motivated, and able to work independantly and thoroughly, easily one of the nicest guests that we have hosted. She gave the dogs lots of attention and … read more
All in all they were lovely guests, self motivated and independant , they consistantly excelled at … read more
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These two are just wonderful! They are truly special, kind people who treat nature, people, and animals with great respect and appreciation.
It was a wonderful time with the perfect mix of work, socializing, and enjoying the beautiful scenery there.
I loved to stay in the cabin in the garden. … read more
Stefanie is self motivated, and able to work independantly and thoroughly, easily one of the nicest guests that we have hosted. She gave the dogs lots of attention and … read more
All in all they were lovely guests, self motivated and independant , they consistantly excelled at … read more
She speaks excellant English and learnt how to fit in with our projects seamlessly.
Juliane was a great housemate, clean and tidy and very helpful around the house. She was great with the rescue horses which can be difficult at times and wonderful with the dogs.
We … read more
Peux tu me traduire ceci en anglais parlé stp :
Nous avons été accueillis comme des princes par Jayavati et Jérémy durant ces 2 semaines. L'ambiance y est chaleureuse. Si vous aimez les chiens, ce sera votre paradis car Jayavati en a un certain nombre, tous tres mignons à la maison. Les repas partagés autour de diverses … read more
They were both very generous with their time, their help, and I really appreciated their willingness to jump in and cook on days when my responsabilities were hectic.
They were both very accomodating of our sometimes … read more
The landscape is really nice, there is a view on the sea.
The little cabin where we stayed for 3 weeks in, was really nice.
We enjoyed being independent and to share the meals with them.
We helped them with the ponies, we … read more
They are exceptional volunteers and we would have happily had them stay on longer.
They are an inspirational couple, very conscientious workers, understanding and supporting our vision, and most importantly ...have a great sense of humour !
We recommend … read more
Samantha is a very positive and friendly person, lovely to be around, extremely helpful and kind. Every job she was asked to do was completed with great care and diligance. We can highly recommend her and hope that she will return.
Zenda is a multi tasker with many strings to her bow, and we wish she could have stayed longer, and can highly recommend her to be a lovely guest in every way.
The location is at the hart of West Cork country life, homegrown veg from fork to plate. There are lots of hill walking opportunities right on your doorstep. The nearest village is Durrus, 40 … read more
They made me feel at home and at ease right away.
They are very nice people and I liked chatting with them.
I loved spending time with them and their adorable dogs, and kayaking with Jeremy.
The work has always been different and never too heavy and I … read more
Elena is a a lovely person to have around, an eager worker who strives to do all jobs correctly and in good cheer. She is conscientious, kind and respectful.
Wecan highly recommend her, and hope she will return.
