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Our homestead sits high on a hill with spectacular 360 degree views of mountains,valleys,rolling hills and city lights overlooking all of Albury/Wodonga, twin cities on the Murray River. We are on the main freeway between Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney. Large luxury cedar and rock home on 100 acres. Lots of historic church features incorporated into the homestead and cute rustic out buildings, antiques and artistic detail abound. Beautiful and unique large garden filled with 100+ sculptures, many paths to explore, ponds, organic vegetable and berry gardens, free range poultry and wildlife galore and many other interesting features. Lots of fun things to do here and everyone who has stayed here has left with a happy memorable experience.
We have been a host farm for 15 years now with well over 200 helpers having stayed. Usually it is for one to two weeks but that is negotiable depending on how much work there is and how well we all get on. I may accept shorter stays for those passing through along the Hume Highway. I am only 1 hours drive from Victoria's snow fields.
I can not sign 2nd visa
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have travelled around Australia and can give tips, advice and travel suggestions. I have a large collection of Australian travel books to enjoy, plus many other books, games and puzzles.
We have lots of wildlife such as possums, echidnas, eagles, microbats, goannas and kangaroos, turtles, many colourful birds etc. For your enjoyment there are fireplaces, tree swings, hammocks and outdoor jacuzi , stunt kites, picturesque walks, trips into town to see the local sights.
Help
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I like to give a variety of jobs from the list above during the hours worked. This makes it more interesting. I ask for 4 hours help in the mornings with a generous morning tea break in between.
I enjoy creating and teaching art. If you are creative/artistic then this could be the place for you to express your creative self and share talents and ideas. We learn from each other whilst having creative fun.
I have a preference for mature age helpers but sometimes the younger helpers delight me with their enthusiasm, skills and passion.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Accommodation
Luxury Accommodation. I have a large home with very comfortable bedrooms, shared bathroom and separate toilet. TV, DVD, Internet. Every bedroom has magnificent views plus you get to see lots of colourful birds on the bird feeder outside your window. We also have separate, very private and very comfortable accommodation in our barn close to main house.
What else ...
We have been a host farm for over 15 years now with well over 200 helpers having stayed. Usually it is only a one to two week stay but that is negotiable depending on how much work there is and how well we all get on. Sometimes I will accept shorter stays for those passing through along the Hume highway.
I can not sign second visa.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I have reliable WIFI ( Star Link)
Space for parking camper vans
Lots of space
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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The property is beautiful and we enjoyed watching the sunset and rise.
Can't thank Margie enough for a great experience and her generous hospitality.
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The property is beautiful and we enjoyed watching the sunset and rise.
Can't thank Margie enough for a great experience and her generous hospitality.
My girlfriend visit me in between, and i was able to work ahead without a problem, so that i had a couple of days free :)
Thanks for the great experience
Totaly rexomend to go there.
Big thanks to you Margaret
On top off her hill you can enjoy the piece and quiet, the views and explore the garden with the beautiful sculptures in it (after 10 days of staying here, I think I still missed a few). This is really a unique place!
I had the luck to do some painting, but I… read more
Margaret
No complaints at all.
Would love to come back again in the future & stay longer!
Thank you so much wish you the best xxx
Margaret
*Not recommended for people with hay fever though (in the month… read more
