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Small, welcoming family needs gardening help in a rustic central Victorian village, Malmsbury, Australia

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a family with one sixteen-year-old daughter and live in a historic bluestone cottage in the gorgeous village of MALMSBURY, just 1 HOUR from Melbourne on the train. Andy makes harps and marimbas and Polly teaches music at a local primary school. Sylvie is in year eleven and plays lots of music. We have a variety of jobs from gardening to cleaning, cooking for 4 hours per day in exchange for board and food. We love music from all around the globe and have spent time studying Latin American, African, and Celtic music. We have a lovely old rambling garden with a 100-year-old oak tree. We are a 20-minute walk away from the train station so you can explore the central Victorian goldfields.

    Our daughter is vegetarian (Andy and I eat meat) and we all love world food. We would love to learn and cook your favorite traditional dishes with you.

    Your accommodation is a good size bungalow off the courtyard. We would love to have you for at least 4 days or longer if it's the right fit.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    As we are full-time musicians, we can share our music and help traveling musicians get to know the Australian Folk scene. The village where we live is small but has three great cafes, antique shops, a bakery, and an aussie pub, (all within walking distance), a train to Melbourne (10 minute walk from our house), and is very close to the Macedon Ranges bike and walking trails, Hanging Rock and the Central Goldfields. We have traveled to South America, U.S, Canada, and Ireland as a family in addition to solo travels from myself and Andy to India, Africa, and Europe.
    Our daughter Sylvie plays the violin and sings, I love a good honest chat about life, and Andy loves playing music with absolutely anyone. He is one of Australia's predominant folk harp makers and players. We play music together and in various local ensembles and we would love to share this with you if you're keen.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Our garden needs some TLC...mulching, weeding, trimming, and if you have any landscaping or veggie gardening experience that could be very much appreciated. We also have an old picket fence that needs repairing.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    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.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Your accommodation is a good size bungalow off the courtyard including, a couch, a desk, and good wifi.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    On your time off you could visit Castlemaine, Bendigo, Mt Macedon or head back into the city on the country VLine trains. Our town called Malmsbury has the following: a lovely Botanical gardens containing a famous viaduct, a swimming hole if it's hot, a bakery and corner shop, multiple antique shops and lovely countryside walks.

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    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

    Great NBN

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Smaller vehicles can be parked on our half-acre block, and large campervans can be parked on our large nature strip on a no-through road.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Would have to be discussed as we don't have secure fencing

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a rustic wooden building with a white door and a stone staircase leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a cozy room with a sofa, desk, and bed, featuring a window with blinds and framed certificates on the wall, with a rug on the floor.
The image depicts a cozy room with a sofa, bed, and window, featuring a wooden ceiling and floor, and a green rug, with a serene view of the outdoors.
The image depicts a cozy home office, featuring a wooden desk, a gray couch, and a window with blinds, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a charming stone house with a red-framed porch, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers, exuding a sense of serenity and tranquility.
The image depicts a serene rural scene with a stone house, a dirt path, a camper van, and a white bus, surrounded by lush trees and a blue sky with clouds.
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The image depicts three individuals playing a xylophone outdoors, with a fence, trees, and a red car visible in the background, evoking a sense of community and musical enjoyment.
The image depicts a serene backyard scene with a tree, bird bath, and various outdoor furniture, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a bright sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a stone bridge spanning a river, surrounded by lush trees and bushes, set against a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts a small town street with a row of buildings, featuring a mix of residential and commercial properties, with a road running through the center. The scene is set against a natural backdrop.
The image shows a train track with a train on the left and a grassy area on the right, featuring a body of water in the background. The scene is set against a natural landscape.

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