Come and get to know us and discover our rich culture in Scarriff, Ireland

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06/12/2019
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2019

Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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Description
We are a family with three children, aged 7, 11 and 15, originally from Germany and America. We recently moved onto a beautifully situated 46 acres site where we are in the process to establish a farm, garden and a respite care house for people with special needs. We have 11 alpacas, 2 goats with kids, 40 sheep, 9 chickens and 5 cats.
We are gradually introducing bio-dynamic methods to the garden and farm. We are in the process of building a new house and are hoping to landscape a disused quarry.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
Babysitting / child care
Farmstay
Animal care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
During your stay you will get to know a few people who live and think slightly different than main stream society. There is a rich cultural life in the area, particular to mention is the Festival of traditional Irish music from the 8th to the 13th of August.
If you stay for a couple of weeks or more you will learn how to handle alpacas and might be present at the birth of a cria (alpaca baby). When you are there for the building you will pick up a few useful skills for renovating houses.
Help
We urgently need someone now until Christmas to help with putting up plasterboard and some help with the animals.
Languages spoken
English, German
Accommodation
You will be sleeping in a large caravan, which has running water, a small bathroom, electricity and a gas oven. You can join the (vegetarian) meals with the family or provide your own food and cook for yourself. The caravan is very quiet, you only will hear the birds and occasionally the sheep or the neighbours cows.
What else ...
We are situated 5 min drive from a small town from where there is a bus to bigger towns. You can have the use of a bicycle. 10 min away is a large lake with possibilities for watersports and fishing. We have a canoe and a kayak. The dramatic west coast (Cliffs of Moher) is 1 1/2 hours away and a bit closer is a fascinating limestone landscape with ancient monuments and an abundance of wild flowers.
Working time is flexible and there is no problem if you want to take a few days off to explore the wider surroundings. You are also welcome to come along on family outings.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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02/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Rubens Alan & Carolina Sayuri)

Rubens and Carol have been great to work with. They were very dependable, quick to learn and fun to have around. They helped us dig in the garden, move rocks and and do some landscaping. We felt blessed by their presence.

(Excellent )

01/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Angel) for host

The time I spent in Philomena and Ingo’s farm was one of the most spectacular experience in my life. I couldn’t imagine there are people who live in their way of life. They are so lovely and respectful about the environment and the animals. I felt very welcomed in their home and I enjoyed their meals with them. They eat healthy food from the… read more

(Excellent )

14/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host

Staying at Philomela and Ingo`s farm was very interesting and exotic (the views from the lands were stunning!)!
The work was very various: playing with the kids, helping sometimes with the meals and the dishes and mostly assisting Ingo with several farm tasks (fencing, feeding the animals, sorting the wool, etc.). . I could go to the caravan if I… read more

(Excellent )

11/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Anne & Emilie) for host

Staying at Philomela and Ingo`s farm was very nice. We stayed in a caravan next to the house which was cozy and warm, but we all shared meals together in the house. The food was great and we tried soups we never had before, for example sheep soil soup or nettle soup. Most of our working time we spent clearing a sheep soil bed and replanting it.… read more

(Excellent )

13/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Chiara & Julia) for host

Living at Philomela's and Ingo's place was nice. There was an abundance of tasty and healthy food and we loved the home-baked sour dough bread. Sleeping in the caravan was very cozy but also working was lots of fun and we enjoyed the variety of tasks: working with the animals, building, painting, playing with the kids. They are really friendly and… read more

(Excellent )

03/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Brian) for host

I recently stayed with Ingo, Philomela and children. They were welcoming and warm, and the kids were great! A beautiful part of the country, with views for miles with a thriving, if small Irish town within walking distance. Nothing too arduous, good food, and lots of interest in the area.

My responsibilities involved some land work, some lamb… read more

(Excellent )

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