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Help me build a little paradise to share with others in Savary island, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi! I'm Samantha. I grew up around Vancouver and have lived on savary for 3 years. I run a cafe and a retreat style accommodation on Savary that I am developing. I am 33 years old, I love to surf, travel, dance, and eat good food. I may have some friends on the property who are around the same age - we are generally a fun bunch that like to make food together, share laughs and express ourselves authentically. Come hang and help out!

    The property is a 20 person vacation rental for groups and families on Savary Island. It is very close to Mermaid Beach. There is no surfing on savary, but many beautiful beaches to explore, swim and frolic!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Savary island is an unbelievably beautiful tropical paradise in BC. The entire island is off grid. My property is powered with solar panels and a diesel generator. The waters are warm, the sand is white, and there is lots of wild seafood to harvest freely on the beaches such as clams and oysters. Desolation sound is a fisherman's paradise - there are lots of waterfalls in the area if you have accessibility to a boat. There aren't a lot of vehicles on savary, so riding your bike around the island visiting many of the beaches and old growth trees is a beautiful way to explore the area. The community of Savary is pretty small and eclectic - if you're open to it, I'm sure you will make lots of friends with the locals.
    There's lots to explore in lund and powell river if you have a car - waterfalls, hikes, mountain bike trails, lakes.

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    Spring 2025 - I am looking for carpenters, tilers, landscapers, artists, and anyone with trades experience. We will be building a cabin - I'll have a lead carpenter for this project but we will need extra hands. I'd also like to build wooden platforms for tents, and possibly renovate a cargo trailer as a camper. I'd also like to do some re-tiling behind the fireplace and landscape a new part of the property. I also want to build a large hammock net - please let me know if you’ve built one before! Weekly allowance plus food and accommodation provided.

    I'd also love photographers for website and social media development to stay for a few days in the late spring/early summer.
    I'm pretty open to suggestions and would love to support your creative expression!

    Summer 2025 -
    POSITIONS
    Both of these positions require you to be comfortable sharing spaces. Your kitchen is the restaurant kitchen. Your bathroom is shared with the restaurant patrons. It’s a very social environment and we work hard long hours! Both positions require hospitality experience.
    Must commit to mid June to mid September.


    From mid June to mid September
    1. looking for two full time staff, either two very close friends or one couple who can share a bed. They will work in the mermaid beach club restaurant and bar. It is a high paced, fun and very social environment and requires you to improvise and think on your toes! We throw dj and karaoke parties until 12am a few nights of the week. This position will be paid minimum wage hourly and includes accommodation and food. Must have drivers license. Roughly 30- 40hours per week - sometimes more, sometimes less. Requires some kitchen experience.


    2. From early june to mid September.
    Looking for one or two resort managers, cleaning staff and social media advertising. Will clean the resort 1-2 times a week, introduce guests to the resort and be there if guests need anything. They will take a few shifts in the mermaid beach club and help wherever is necessary. Looking for two close friends or couple. Must have cleaning and hospitality experience and drivers license. Roughly 30 hours per week for 1 person or 20 hours per week if there is a couple. Would ideally also have house maintenance experience. Must be a good problem solver. This position will be paid minimum wage hourly and includes accommodation and food.
    **bonus points if you can teach or provide something therapeutic such as massage or yoga!
    **bonus again if you are mechanically inclined

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    id love to learn more spanish

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    For spring, You will probably have access to your own room and own toilet in the resort. The bunkhouse rooms have a queen bed and two twins in each room. There are 4 of these rooms. I may be bringing from friends over throughout your stay to help on the property, but I can assure you that there will be good vibes, delicious food and good music.
    The property is surrounded by big trees, lots of grass space and big fire pit. Some amazing workawayers have helped build a sauna previously - so we can indulge in some spa therapy as well!

    For summer, you will have your own room next to the mermaid beach club in the staff housing as the resort will be for guests.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is only one store on savary - so i'd recommend bringing lots of books, a bike, and taking in the local nature. My friends will be happy to hang out if you'd like, or give you space and alone time as you need. We like to play music as we work and share laughs and generally just be goofballs, and we work hard too!

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    excellent internet connection

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a group of eight people gathered around a picnic table in a wooded area, enjoying a meal together. The atmosphere is warm and inviting.
The image depicts a group of five individuals, all adorned with vibrant hats and costumes, posing for a photograph in a cozy, rustic setting.
The image depicts a serene two-story house with a wooden exterior, featuring a spacious deck, hammocks, and a lush garden, set amidst a picturesque wooded backdrop.
The image depicts a cozy living room with a fireplace, featuring a wooden table and chairs, and a large window, showcasing a warm and inviting atmosphere. The room is well-lit and has a comfortable ambiance.
The image depicts a cozy room with a bed, desk, and chair, featuring a wooden floor and a large window, evoking a sense of warmth and comfort. The room is well-lit and inviting.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a fire pit surrounded by a wooden fence, with a table and chairs in the background, evoking a sense of warmth and relaxation.
The image depicts a man entering a wooden sauna, carrying a towel and sandals, with a serene outdoor setting featuring trees and a stone pathway in the background.
The image depicts an aerial view of a house and yard, surrounded by trees, with a patio area and a driveway leading to the house\'s entrance.
The image depicts four individuals collecting rocks from the ocean shore, with two of them wearing backpacks, and a dog in the background on a sunny day.
The image depicts two individuals enjoying oysters, with one person wearing a yellow jacket and the other holding an oyster shell, set against a vibrant tablecloth background.
A woman with blonde hair walks down a wooden staircase on a sunny day, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene body of water in the distance.
The image depicts an aerial view of a beach with a dense forest separating the water from the shore, featuring small buildings and structures scattered throughout the trees.
The image depicts a serene scene of a forest with trees and a body of water, featuring a small clearing with a few trees and a grassy area in the background.

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