An older woman with gray hair is wearing a purple fleece jacket, sitting indoors. She appears relaxed, looking into the camera, with a neutral facial expression.
This image shows a bedroom with an unmade bed, white bedding, a metal headboard, some boxes underneath, a small nightstand, and artwork on the wall.
Several white chickens with black feather markings stand inside a wire enclosure. The ground is covered with dirt, stones, and debris. Wooden structures and bricks are present.
A curved rural road passes by an old white house with a slate roof and stone walls, surrounded by grass and another rustic stone building.
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Enjoy a small organic farm by the sea in rural New Ross, Ireland

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi we are a small organic farm in rural Ireland beside the sea. We have sheep ,a veg. Garden and hens and most importantly poppy our dog. Who loves walks.there are lovely beaches to swim in (a cold water swim group you can join)and a good surfing beach. There is also woods nearby to walk in also.
    There is my husband and I and we are mostly vegetarian but do eat fish and chicken,eggs so I guess flexaterian.
    There is a small village near us with some lovely pubs and cafes. My husband does wood turning and I am very much into the garden. We would love to have you stay and share our place with you

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Vegetarian or vegan
    Sustainability
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Events & social
    Farming
    Plant care
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Animals
    Art & design
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Fitness
    Cycling
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    My daughter is fluent in Irish language and I can help practice English with you if you want. I can show you how to knit and bake traditional bread. There are local pubs where you can listen to Irish traditional music. We have surf boards for you to use and a bike. We will try our best to make your stay enjoyable and for you to feel at home.

  • Help

    Help

    I would very much like some help with the garden and with planting a berry farm. We would like to get away sometimes and require someone to stay and mind the animals,walk poppy.
    We have a small flock of sheep and they require looking after expecialy around lambing time which is in April.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    I can help practice English and my daughter who visits is fluent in Irish and will teach you if you would like.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have a room with ensuite in our house during the winter months and a self contained flat during the summer.you will share meals with us. If you have any special dietary requirements I will do my best to accommodate you.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is a local link transport that will bring you to the local town. We have a bike for you to use and surf boards.
    We live a quiet life but I understand as a young person you would like to go to the pub and meet friends that's ok.we ask only that you would drink modestly and no participation in drug use of any kind.

  • 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

    We can provide a quiet room for you to work in, there is good internet at the house.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Sheep

    Sheep and lambs in spring

Host ref number: 676881734382

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This image shows a bedroom with an unmade bed, white bedding, a metal headboard, some boxes underneath, a small nightstand, and artwork on the wall.
Several white chickens with black feather markings stand inside a wire enclosure. The ground is covered with dirt, stones, and debris. Wooden structures and bricks are present.
An older woman with gray hair is wearing a purple fleece jacket, sitting indoors. She appears relaxed, looking into the camera, with a neutral facial expression.
A curved rural road passes by an old white house with a slate roof and stone walls, surrounded by grass and another rustic stone building.
The image shows a neat garden with stone paths, raised flower beds, and a wooden pergola. There’s outdoor seating and a rustic stone building nearby.

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