Join our family of five living in the countryside just outside Cashel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland

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  Description

  We have someone joining us Nov - Jan/Feb!
  Hi 🖐 I am a writer and a mindfulness teacher, although I am currently a stay at home mam who writes as a hobby, and Patrick is a farmer and a vet. We (Patrick and I, Launa) are separated but living together and amicably co-parenting our 3 daughters ages 3, 5 and 6.5 who keep us busy every day!
  Patrick's mother lives in a separate house across from, who is into gardening, looking after her hens, growing vegetables and herbs, and baking tasty Irish bread and treats. She is always busy doing something!
  
  Patrick farms cattle and sheep/lambs. We have hens that bless us with fresh eggs daily. We also have 2 alpacas who come stay with us for a few months each year.
  
  Our house has 4 bedrooms, 1 of which will be yours, in the cabin at the opposite side of the house. You will have your own shower right across from your room. The toilet will be used by the kiddo's during the day when they are in the cabin as it's the closest one to them, but other than that, you are free to make it your own!
  
  We are flexible with what we are hoping to find. There are lots of different things to do here and we really don't mind what you would prefer to do, it all helps!! From helping with the general house duties, to playing with the girls, to painting and decorating, to feeding the cattle! We are a busy household and would really appreciate some extra help with general housework - sweeping, cleaning the kitchen and playroom in the evenings and if you're handy with sorting, I could do with help sorting the toys/clothes etc and making things more manageable!
  
  In exchange for your help, we can offer accommodation and visits to some of Irelands beautiful landscapes, castles, towns. If there is something specific you are interested in, we would be happy to help you explore that more. If you have an interest in farming, Patrick would be happy to show you what Irish farming consists of. We are also happy to let you be if you would prefer to do your own thing. You will have the cabin to yourself in the evenings once the girls go to bed so you can watch TV and chill.
  
  We live 15 minutes from Cahir and Cashel, 2 places that are always filled with tourists. Ancient castles, many mountains and an immense amount of history at your doorstep, if you are someone who is interested in the outdoors and historic places, you will love it here.
  However, if you are someone who likes hustle and bustle and city life, we may not be a good fit, unless you have the desire to travel each weekend to fulfill those needs!
  
  Ideally we would like a female to come join us or someone with children 😊
  
  If you think you might be a good fit with our family and our needs, or if you have any questions, we would be happy to chat further!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Art Projects

  Creative DIY projects

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Self development

  

  Pets

  

  Movies & TV

  

  Farming

  

  Charity work

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Art & design

  

  Astronomy

  

  Writing

  

  Blogging

  

  Animals

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Nature

  

  Fitness

  

  Dancing
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Depending on what type of exchange it is, there is so much for you to learn! If you are thinking of starting a family, seeing how the 3 girls interact with each other would be a great way to test the waters!!
  You are welcome to learn what farming looks like here in Ireland, plus we would be happy to take you to some of Irelands most beautiful and ancient places.
  Everything is up for discussion.
  We are also happy to just exchange help for your stay here and leave you be during hours off!

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Help

  We live on our farm and although it is beautiful, there are many unfinished projects that we would be grateful to get help with. From stone walls, to unfinished ground surfaces and the deep desire to build an outdoor area for the kids where we can put our trampoline, climbing frame and sensory garden. Other things that are unfinished are all inside the house; painting, decorating and help with making our house a home.
  
  We would also be grateful for someone who can carry out general household duties, washing dishes, sweeping/mopping, washing and putting away the kids clothes are all things we'd be interested in getting help with in exchange for accommodation.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  Irish: Beginner

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  Accommodation

  We can offer a bright spacious room with a large double bed , a desk and chair (if needed) and a wardrobe. You will have your own shower right across from you. You will share the bathroom with the kids.
  
  In regards to food, you are welcome to eat what you like and if there is something you would like that we don't have, we would be glad to get it for you. For breakfast, there is a selection of cereals with milk, bread/toast, jam, honey, eggs (you can help yourself in the mornings), lunch is usually a sandwich and fruit/yogurt, and we will all have dinner together. If you like cooking, you could cook some days and we could alternate days.
  
  There are snacks and fruit always in the cupboard amongst other foods.

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  We are happy to host someone who works online in their spare time on their own projects! Our internet is decent and there will be plenty of space to set up an office desk in your room.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  We live in a rural area with plenty of space for you to set up a camper van/mobile home while you are here! Get in touch to chat more about this or if you have any questions!

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Chloe Cat, Mushcat-tigercat and Betty Cat

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