Help with daily family life just outside Istanbul, Turkey

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  Description

  Hello fellow travelers!
  
  My name is Recep. After a career as a finance executive, I now work as an independent consultant. I live alone with my lovely mixed-breed dog in Istanbul, in a house surrounded by a big, beautiful garden.
  
  I am enthusiastic about a self-sustainable and active lifestyle. I love growing my own vegetables, maintaining the garden, and spending time on simple woodworking projects in my free time. I also enjoy long-distance hiking and outdoor activities.
  
  I value a structured, peaceful, and clean living environment. For me, hosting is about true cultural exchange. I love meeting open-minded travelers, sharing meals, and exchanging stories from different cultures.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Language practice

  Teaching

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Hospitality/Tourism

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Farming

  

  Plant care

  

  History

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Books

  

  Photography

  

  Gardening

  

  Carpentry

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Mountain

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Staying with us is a unique opportunity to experience authentic Turkish hospitality while learning about our culture and language. After a long career as a senior finance executive, I now work as an independent consultant, which gives me a broader perspective and the flexibility to enjoy cultural exchanges. Our home has a truly global, open-minded, and welcoming atmosphere where we love sharing stories and exchanging perspectives with people from different countries.
  
  Our property is a large villa located away from the hustle and bustle of the crowded city center, offering a rare glimpse into the peaceful, traditional village life of Istanbul. This is a hidden gem and a very unique experience that even most locals don't get to witness, and we feel incredibly lucky to live here.
  
  Despite the serene location, you will have plenty of free time to explore the historic and beautiful city of Istanbul. It is the perfect balance between experiencing tranquil nature and discovering a vibrant metropolis!

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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

  House Cleaning & Chores: Assisting with daily household tasks, keeping the common areas tidy, and helping with general cleaning to maintain a neat and organized home.
  
  Cooking & Meal Prep: Helping out in the kitchen! We love sharing meals, so we expect you to assist with cooking, preparing food, or sharing some recipes from your own culture.
  
  General Maintenance & DIY: If you are handy, we need help with simple repair works, small renovations, or simple DIY/woodworking projects around the house and garden.
  
  Language Practice with Our Child: Engaging with our child through fun activities, games, and daily conversations to help them practice and improve their foreign language skills.
  
  Gardening: Helping with garden maintenance, which includes watering plants, weeding, and keeping our large outdoor space beautiful and tidy.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  French: Beginner

  This host offers a language exchange
  We are highly motivated to improve our English! I want to practice my conversational skills, and I am especially looking for travelers who can engage with my 10-year-old son, helping him practice English through fun daily chats, games, or creative activities. In return, we’d love to teach you Turkish, share our culture, and host you warmly in our garden.
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  Accommodation

  We have a big house with garden. You will have private room and shared kitchen.

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  What else ...

  I have a big house near Istanbul airport and i host people around the world during their travel.
  Sometimes help with housework when i am not around.
  If you like to stay with us you will have a private room and shared kitchen.
  Villa is 1 hour far from Istanbul city center.
  There is a bus line which you use easily.

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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 have a fast and reliable Wi-Fi connection throughout the house and the garden, so digital nomads are more than welcome! You can easily work online, take video calls, or manage your projects here. There is a comfortable and quiet desk setup inside the house that you can use, or you can choose to work from the seating areas in our spacious garden during nice weather.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Kubi (5 years)

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