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Description
We are nestled in the quiet countryside, close to a lake, in south Co. Sligo, Ireland.
Karen and Kris have been working for many years to become more self sufficient in the area of food and energy production, as well as developing a space for quiet retreat.
With growth of fruits, flowers and vegetables in 3 polytunnels and outside garden beds, they welcome help from people with an interest in gardening and who enjoy being close to nature. There are ongoing timber building projects also, and maintenance of a living labyrinth. People experienced in carpentry would be a welcomed asset.
Karen and Kris also keep hens producing fresh eggs every day, and 3 adorable cats that add to the character of the place.
They both have their own professional work also on site. Kris is a holistic health practitioner and Karen works as a Child Psychotherapist.
We have experience in hosting people from many countries, and can show workawayers some interesting sites and places to visit.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Visitors can learn about growing food organically as well as food preservation.
General survival skills and self care tips.
Travellers may attend some markets with Karen in other towns on some weekends, getting to see the Atlantic Ocean and other beauty spots.
There is a centre for Traditional Irish music in the village 6km away.
The beautiful Lough Key Forest Park, (just 7km from our place) boasts the best forest zip line adventure course in Ireland. Does wonders for confidence building and self esteem.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Painting, woodwork,
Garden maintenance including watering, weeding, fruit and veg harvesting, flower picking, transplanting vegetable plants,
Some Window cleaning, maybe dish washing and some general home cleaning tasks
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Polish: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
When travelling in other countries, we always, make effort to speak phrases, greetings and words in the language of the county. Kris is Polish, Karen is, still learning Polish. We are both interested in learning some Spanish.
Accommodation
Eco accomodation. Own bedroom or sharing with another, pending on how many travellers are being hosted at a given time.
Bright sitting room with balcony available to chill out.
Food will be supplied for travellers to prepare for themselves some of the ime and other times, meals will be prepared by hosts. Individual arrangements will unfold when contact is made between host and traveller. Food prepared and offered is vegetarian.
What else ...
Bicycle can be available to go to the local lake which is approximately 1km away
The town of Boyle which is 6km away can be reached by local taxi, hitchhiking or a lift from the hosts.
There is a local link bus service from Boyle to the Lough Key Forest Park.
Bus and train connections from Boyle to Sligo, Dublin and many other towns.
There are some interesting historical and megalithic sites in the area, which hosts may be able to show travellers, pending on hosts' schedule and interest of traveller.
We are honest, hardworking and caring people. Our chosen careers and path in life are in service to others, supporting people who need our help and expertise. We need travellers to be sensitive to the atmosphere and ethos of our place, respecting the privacy of clients.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
