Dog sitting near Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, Ireland

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  Description

  How are you? I moved to Ireland 14 years ago. I live in an Old School House, built in 1931, which has a spacious guest area and privacy. I have two lovely dogs, Maeve and Fluffy, who are old now. My Garden is pretty big and has private lake access. In your leisure time you can do many activities, in the garden and on the lake ( Canoeing, Rowing, Swimming, Fishing). I can imagine to have a short term, maybe a long term guest, because the garden always needs a bit of attention.
  
  The guest area has a small kitchen, a new fridge, a tv ( for Irish TV) and two bedrooms, there's also a solid fuel stove for the winter months to create a cosy atmosphere. The next town is Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim ( 9 km away). Public transport is difficult.
  
  To travel here in your own car is of advantage. If not, I own a car which could be available for you.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Animal Care

  Help with Computers/ Internet

  House & pet sitting
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  Interests

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Books

  

  Writing

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Water sports

  

  Nature

  

  Hiking
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Well, it's Ireland, rural Ireland. Traditional music sessions, otherwise peacefulness, slow adventures, scenic views, interesting people and local history, many archeological sites nearby. Perfect for people who want to slow down and learn to be grounded, living their archetypes. I myself am into family constellations, sweat lodge and outdoor sports....

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  Help

  Mostly dog- sitting in mid- October 2026.
  
  Generally I am open for one Work-away, also a couple welcomed, because there is enough space. In springtime and summer I need help with gardening and the green house I have built.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  I moved from Germany. English is my first language
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  Accommodation

  Ground floor with kitchen and dining area, modern electric shower/ toilet. Upper floor tv - area , kids bedroom and master bedroom, plus another toilet.

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  What else ...

  Driving license is useful. Could offer my car while away abroad. The Atlantic ocean is 60 minutes away, several beautiful beaches. I don't smoke. Smokers are welcomed, but inside is No Smoking.

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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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  Space for parking camper vans

  There is a carport and the possibility to park inside there or just in front of the door

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Dog- owners are highly welcomed. Garden is safe for dogs, the Link road ( smallest kind of roads in Ireland) has hardly any traffic.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Fluffy

  A lovely mixed Breed, very friendly.

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