Vermont home renovation in the beautiful Green Mountains

United States

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Greetings! My husband and I have lived all over the USA and recently settled in the beautiful city of Vergennes, VT. Several years ago we spent time in France and England working with several families through the workaway program. It was hard work, but an experience we will never forget and hope to do again. We knew we wanted to host volunteers ourselves when we returned home.

We are looking for someone to help with the many cleaning/improvement projects to do around this historic house. We won't expect you to do anything we haven't done or aren't helping with ourselves.

We are both easy going and love meeting new people. We are adventurous cookers and enjoy experimenting with different cuisines (and we'd dig learning some of your favorite recipes). We can do the cooking, or we can share that responsibility if you enjoy to cook as well. Help with the dishes or cooking will be expected beyond the working schedule we agree upon.

While we have traveled extensively, we are excited to settle down a little and get our "travel" through meeting people from all over the world. Our work is located less than 1 mile away from the Ticonderoga, NY train station (Amtrak) and only a 5 hr trip from New York City (NYC) and a few hours away from Montréal, Canada (2hr15 by car). Both NYC and Montreal are accessible by a daily train that goes to Ticonderoga. Our house is on Main Street in vergennes, Vermont and is easily walkable to restaurants, shops, grocery store, and parks.

We can pick you up from the train station in Ticonderoga, NY on a Monday-Friday, or from the airport in Burlington, VT, or bus station in Middlebury, VT.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Language practice
Help
There are projects around the house we would like help with (painting, cleaning, renovation, gardening help in the summer, etc.) Helping set up the dinner table and with dishes will also be expected.

If English isn't your native language, then we hope to also be able to informally learn/ practice with you as well.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
You will have a private bedroom, Internet access, and opportunity to go on our weekend adventures in VT, NY, and beyond. When we go driving around for errands and fun you are welcome to come along too!
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
25 hrs per week volunteer, opportunity for paid time if work more

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Burlington, Vermont. A cultural hot spot of artists, students, and generally amazing people. The area is also scattered with great opportunities for skiing, boating, golfing, biking, and lots of other "outdoorsy" things. We travel to Burlington (about 1h 15 away) about once or twice a month.

Middlebury, Vermont. Middlebury College is located here, as well as some fabulous restaurants, shops, and beautiful Otter Creek. Vermont has a strong brewing tradition and Matt and I like to travel to the different breweries around the state. Middlebury is also where we go to the farmer's market, co-op, and grocery store each week.

Fort Ticonderoga in all it's majesty (photo by Mike Groll).

Feedback left by and about host (12)

02/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)

Jessica was a great addition to our family for the week that she was here. She is incredible with kids (even those hyper ones that also happen to be two-years-old...like ours) and was incredibly interesting and engaging as we spoke about culture, politics, and general life adventures. ALSO, she made the most delicious scones I have ever tried, and… read more

(Excellent )

25/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host

Although I only stayed with Miranda, Matt and Horatio for a short, it was a really nice time. There is plenty to discover in Vermont and transport is good. Horatio is a super outgoing kid and I felt like part of the family. We spent quite a bit of time together and I learnt alot about history of the US. Thank you all three!

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19/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (patricia) for host

It was my first workaway last fall in Ticonderoga and it was an extraordinary experience!
I spent two so nice weeks ( end of October, beginning of November 2016) in this beautiful place just close to famous Fort Ticonderoga and near Lac Champlain in a so colourful and authentic nature. It was really inspiring me for my books! I thank Miranda… read more

(Excellent )

15/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (patricia)

Patricia is an absolute treasure! She spent just about 2 weeks with us in October/early November where she immediately immersed herself in our family. Our mission was to speak more french and have some extra help with our son so we could go on (gasp) a date night or two! I immediately felt comfortable with Patricia who, guided by her experiences… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Gemma & Josep)

Wow, what can we say about Gemma and Josep that fully captures our experiences with them? They were both incredibly hard working, great to get along with, and just a pleasure to be around. This was our first experience hosting a couple and we had high expectations for the number of projects we could get done. They only needed minimal direction… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Gemma & Josep) for host

We spent two weeks and a half with this amazing family last August. Miranda, Matt and Horatio are so kind and friendly people.
We helped with the house (gardening, cleaning the basement, the garage…) and we taking care Horatio, playing with him, going to walk and telling children books. Also, we share cooking recipes, music and tv shows.
For… read more

(Excellent )

16/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Yuki)

Yuki spent three weeks with our family, and we had a great time getting to know her! She is beloved by our almost two-year-old, who was always asking her to play outside, play music, or let him have her drink (she was too sweet with him!). She was outgoing, reliable, pleasant to be around, and always helped with the dishes or clearing the table.… read more

(Excellent )

06/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Yuki) for host

This is my first workaway experience, and it was really great! I spent 3 weeks with Miranda, Matt, and Horatio.
Their house is located in the special place, surrounded by much nature, and really beautiful.
The tasks were straightforward and so much fun! Horatio is really cute, sweet, and social. He is friendly, so you can be a friend soon. I… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Yessica) for host

For my first workaway experience, I was looking for a family. I wanted a special mission.
I couldn't found a better first experience. I was always treated as a part of they family.
I spent almost 6 greats weeks with Miranda, Matt and Horatio. I really enjoyied. I have had great time with them.
Miranda and Matt are very respectful, kind and… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Yessica)

Yessica stayed with us for 6 weeks and became an invaluable part of our household. She watched our son (9-10 months old during her work) for 25 hours per week, including changing cloth diapers, putting him down for naps, feeding him, endlessly playing (!), going for walks, and speaking to him in both French and Spanish. Our son adored her! He… read more

(Excellent )

09/03/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Pip & Charlie)

Pip is friendly, outgoing, and absolutely AMAZING with children. I cannot recommend her highly enough if you are looking for childcare. For just under 2 weeks, Pip stayed with us and watched our 5 month old son. I think he developed quite the crush on her and is heartbroken now that she's gone.

She was very flexible and helpful when an… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2015

Left by Workawayer (Pip & Charlie) for host

I spent over a week with Miranda, Matt and Horatio. They welcomed me into their home straight away and treated me as part of their family. Their home is so beautiful and welcoming and the history of the building and its surroundings is very interesting! I really enjoyed playing with Horatio and looking after him, he is a very easy going baby and… read more

(Excellent )

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