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Description
We are a retired couple establishing a new garden of Australian natives and edibles, plus seating and fire pit areas on a bare half acre that we want to make magical. We are also completing some fit out projects in the house - cabinetry mostly - and may have painting to be done, inside or out.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have hosted foreign Language students over many years and enjoyed helping them learn about Australia and practice their English. We also love learning about the cultures of other countries, and as parents of (young adult) children, it is both important and enjoyable to us to help young people have a good experience in their trips away from home.
We are also keen native gardeners, cooks and DIYers and can assist you to develop knowledge and skills in these areas.
Help
Gardening, home maintenance, assistance with DIY projects, landscaping, cabinetry, painting (inside or out) and housework (ironing, cleaning).
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Would love to learn a little Spanish.
Accommodation
Large bedroom with ensuite (shower and toilet) and kitchenette (fridge, microwave, coffee machine). Queen bed, TV, air-conditioned. Very comfortable and private. Access to our kitchen and laundry. All meals provided for 4 hours work per day per person. We can accommodate one person or a couple - there is only one bed. Room and ensuite (including shower) is wheelchair accessible.
What else ...
The Southern Highlands is a beautiful area 1.5 hours drive south of Sydney, easily accessed by car and rail. It contains many beautiful villages and most weekends you will find a market nearby. Bush walks and gorgeous scenery are in plentiful supply.
While we can easily collect you from a nearby train station, to get the most out of your stay in this area you will want to have your own transport. Bushwalks and swimming holes can be quite a distance from local public transport.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have good internet - very good for our area - and the room is large and comfy with a TV, ensuite bathroom and kitchenette. A desk can be provided if desired.
Space for parking camper vans
Camper vans and cars must be parked on the street, but will be close by and our street is very quiet. You will sleep in our home.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
4 hours per day per person
Feedback (7)
It was a pleasure to help them with gardening, cooking and mainteance around the house!
Our plan was to stay for one week but we have been so happy there that we stayed for two weeks and we should have stayed longer!
We had great talks during dinner and learned a lot from them as well… read more
Thank you for an amazing workaway experience, we will… read more
And I had the comfort of my own room and private bathroom which was so luxurious.
Thank you so much!
Please contact me when you come to Japan again!
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It was a pleasure to help them with gardening, cooking and mainteance around the house!
Our plan was to stay for one week but we have been so happy there that we stayed for two weeks and we should have stayed longer!
We had great talks during dinner and learned a lot from them as well… read more
Thank you for an amazing workaway experience, we will… read more
And I had the comfort of my own room and private bathroom which was so luxurious.
Thank you so much!
Please contact me when you come to Japan again!
We had such a great time and they are really honest and kind people.
We felt really lucky to be there and would come back always if we are in this area again.
All in all, amazing people, lovely dogs and a beautiful neighborhood.
It couldn’t have been better!
There was some hard and rewarding work to be done in the garden, but their 2 dogs kept us company, and made it very enjoyable.
Ian is a great chef, and every meal was something to look forward to. Susan is always incredibly interesting conversation.
We really enjoyed their company, and they were very helpful if… read more
