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11 Apr 2024
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Description
We are a family of 4 Paul (Irish) Janne ( German) and our two young boys aged 6 & 4 who moved to this beautiful corner of world in 2019 from Switzerland. We have recently renovated our family home with the help of some amazing Workaways. We have been lucky enough to be Workaways in Australia when we did a round the world trip with our first child and would like to offer a fun and enjoyable experience to people who come to our home. We are situated right on the Wild Atlantic Way and the house is the perfect location for a beach living and to raise our kids. With spectacular views over the ocean and Inchydoney Beach (50 metres away) it is an ideal location for you to getaway in pure nature. We have bikes, surfboards, wetsuits, stand up paddles and lots more to make your your stay unforgettable!
We are focusing on looking for Workaways with experience and interest in spending time with the children. A background in education would be preferable. We also need Workaways over 25 with a full driver’s license to be put on our car insurance.
Our preference for language spoken is German as we would like our children to have more practice to keep up their fluency.
Workaways with some DIY skills is preferable as we have many mini projects we would like help with in the garden and around the house.
We have good Wi-Fi connection at home too.
If you wanted to go shopping or just visit the beautiful town of Clonakilty with its pubs, supermarkets, cafés and small local shops which is 4,5 km away which you can come with us or go by bike independently.
Nearest public transport is located in Clonakilty which we are happy to collect you or drop you off.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are both teachers and can assist with English language conversation. We also speak German and some Spanish. Were also happy to show you how to surf and SUP and take you on trips with the family.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Our ideal Workaway is someone who is polite, friendly, fits seamlessly into our family life and can often see when help is needed independently as it arises.
We expect our workaways to:
We are currently looking for Workaways to help with school collections ( must have drivers Liscence) and creative play with our children.
You must also be happy to work outdoors, No matter the weather!! Come prepared with waterproof clothes and footwear.
Also speaking German with the kids and someone who is comfortable minding them when we can play sport sometimes in the evenings. We enjoy cooking but it would be great to have a workaway that takes pleasure out of cooking and can introduce us to new dishes from your country.
Its always nice to have someone who enjoys DIY , fixing things and works well with their hands. Ie - painting, arts and crafts with the children etc.
In the evening we would like you to be part of meal preparation with the family ( 5-6 pm) or clean the kitchen, dining and living area after. Ingredients can be purchased for your chosen recipe if you tell us the night before. We generally eat vegetarian and have meat and fish once or twice a week.
Help out by giving the house a deep clean once a week.
Any other help or ideas on home improvements to make your stay more enjoyable is encouraged.
We would like if you do not play games or watch videos on your mobile devices or walk around the house with headphones on , especially around the children and at mealtimes.
If your up for the challenge your welcome to join our family.
Please put "Up for the challenge & adventure“ into the subject or your message to show you have read the entire profile, thanks!!
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
We are both teachers with experience in teaching English in International Schools and are willing to help improve your level of English. It would be great if you can speak German to the children for them to continue to improve their language skills.
Accommodation
Own room
What else ...
Use time off to explore the beautiful West Cork region on foot or on one of our bikes. Spend as much time as possible in the ocean across the road from the house. Public transport is located in Clonakilty if you would like to explore further at the weekends.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have 500 mb fast Wi-Fi
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours per day 5 days in the week
Feedback (11)
This was my first experience with workaway.
From the beginning they were very kind and helpful for any needs.
They always asked me if I wanted to take part in their activities ( sports, trips, meals with friends...) whithout ever being intrusive.
Sometimes we… read more
The job in the house was great, being able… read more
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This was my first experience with workaway.
From the beginning they were very kind and helpful for any needs.
They always asked me if I wanted to take part in their activities ( sports, trips, meals with friends...) whithout ever being intrusive.
Sometimes we… read more
The job in the house was great, being able… read more
And we are very aware of the fact that this late feedback could never do justice to the cheerfulness, flexibility and patience their lovely family showed us.
As our first hosts in Ireland they were a great support to get in touch with the country, the culture and the… read more
They worked in the garden regardless of the weather, where they added their own creative ideas to the project.
As they lived along with our family life, the girls spent a loooot of time with our two lively children (1 and 4years). Our kids fell in love with them… read more
Justin was a big support at any time. Besides the agreed tasks during the day, he looked left and right, where help was needed. As a very clean person, Justin supported us in kitchen… read more
It was my first experience with Workaway and I couldn't have picked a better family. Paul and Janne are amazing people and perfect hosts, as they make you feel right at home, plus you will have a lot of fun with both of them. The kids are also terrific. They considered me as a play buddy from minute one and did so until I had to… read more
Noah‘s main focus was on gardening where he worked fast and… read more
I had to short my stay because of… read more
