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Welcome to our stone built, two storey 200year old farm house with 7 acres of woodlands, river, pond, vegetable garden with a polytunnel and fruit trees in our garden. We also have two dogs, Watson and Lola to keep us company too. Our two college going children live here sometimes also!
In the field beside our home is a self contained wood cabin where you will be living while you stay with us. Its really comfortable, bright and has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. There is a porch area where you can sit out and also a picnic bench for dining al fresco. You are surrounded by a new woodland of indigenous trees where a host of birds live.
Of course there is the river at the front of our house which is lovely to swim in during the summer and on cooler evenings the sauna really comes into it own as you can watch the river wild life as you enjoy sitting in the heat.
The cabin is ideal for a couple or two friends travelling together, preferably with a car as there is no public transport service accessible to the cabin however there are bus and train options about 5 minutes drive from the cabin.
As both of us work full time you will be helping us a bit independently but we are always around in the afternoons and weekends, as there is always something to do in the garden and polytunnel. We welcome you to join us for some meals also.
We also really enjoy spending time exploring the walks and hikes around Sligo at the weekends and evenings and you would be very welcome to join us. There are also plenty of cultural and creative events that take place in and around Sligo that we like to participate in. Over the summer there are music festivals, food festivals and a general buzz of activity around the county.
We grow most of our own vegetables and have an abundance of fruit and berry trees which we grow without using chemicals, pesticides or artificial fertilisers.
You would be helping us with sowing, planting and maintaining of the vegetable area as well as pruning, weeding and feeding the beds. We will share the knowledge we have gained over the years growing naturally and in tune with nature.
Harvesting and preserving the produce is also an activity that we would require your help for and we will show you how we do this in our kitchen.
As we have our own woods you would be invited to help with the collection and stacking of logs.
We would also need help with clearing of some brambles in the woods and also some clearing of pond grass to help our frogs and minnows continue to live and breed successfully there. There are also plenty of dragon flys hovering around too.
On wet days there are some indoor tasks such as some small light painting tasks and cleaning of cupboards.
We would ask for 4/5 hours of help a day, four/five days a week (20hrs a week). Its up to you what days you wish to help us so that you can take advantage of events or travel plans that suit you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Interests
Van life
Culture
Events & social
Sustainability
Pets
DIY & crafts
Plant care
Gardening
Cooking & food
Books
Animals
Outdoor activities
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Water sports
Hiking
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As both myself and Niall have travelled extensively we are always interested in meeting and talking with people from different countries and cultures.
You would learn about growing vegetables without the use of chemicals, and also harvesting and preserving them.
As we live in rural Ireland with plenty of space and nature surrounding us, you are free to walk along the path ways created in the woodlands. There is also the river and sauna for an added experience and a great way of relaxing after some physical help in the garden.
We are close to Sligo town with great traditional pubs and music. There are plenty of music and food festivals on during the summer months show casing the talents of Sligo.
Also there is access to great beaches, mountains and woodlands which are ideal for hiking and walks which we enjoy doing with our dogs.
Sligo is also known for its megalithic tombs and historical sites which are scattered around the county.
Sligo is also a great destination for exploring other counties adjoining us such as Donegal, Mayo and Galway.
Help
Sowing, planting, growing and harvesting of vegetables naturally. Help with preserving and storing them in the kitchen alongside me.
Pruning, weeding and feeding of vegetable beds and watering of vegetables and fruit areas.
Clearing of brambles in the woods and grass in the pond.
Light painting both indoor and outdoor.
Helping to bring the chopped wooden logs in and to stack them.
On wet days some cleaning of cupboards.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Staying in our 25mtr square wooden cabin with a super-king sized bed, (or two singles if needs be) bathroom with electric shower, kitchenette with electric hob, fridge and sink. All kitchen utensils, pots, pans and cutlery. Table with chairs and two armchairs for relaxing while looking out onto the field and woodlands around the cabin. Porch area with chairs and a picnic table on the grass in front of the cabin.
We would provide food for you to cook with in the cabin and you may also take vegetables from the garden. You would be invited to join us for some meals also. You would be welcome to cook for us too, if you wish.
What else ...
During your time off you can take day trips to various locations like Sligo, Westport and Donegal by bus. There are plenty of activities to try like hiking, walking, surfing, sightseeing of megalithic tombs and art gallery viewing. Visiting pubs with traditional Irish music and great cafes and restaurants in Sligo.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
There is plenty of free parking space to park your vehicle and it would be ideal for you to have your own transport to explore our beautiful county of Sligo.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Two dogs
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