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We have a sweet cottage available in exchange for pet/plant sitting coming up, a perfect writer's retreat opportunity in the mountains of British Columbia.
Would you be interested in staying in our cozy cottage for a month+, with just a couple chores (~45 min daily) as an exchange?
Dates: June 8 – July 15, 2026 (could also start June 1)
Where: Slocan Valley, BC
Opportunity: perfect place to write a book, retreat, wander the beautiful land which has river access, enjoy views and quiet, lots of privacy, lie on the ground and do nothing…
Exchange: feed our two horses twice a day (take 10 min. each time), and keep our two friendly dogs company (all they need is food/water, the occasional cuddle, and will accompany you on walks), water deck flowers every 3rd day, and houseplants 1-2x the entire stay.
So, it’s the perfect scenario to have lots of time to yourself while having to go outside and move once in a while 😊
Please be in touch if this speaks to you, and/or pass it on to a good friend!
With gratitude
Miriam & family
Types of help and learning opportunities
Animal Care
House & pet sitting
Interests
Farming
Sustainability
Pets
Self development
Music
Books
Gardening
Writing
Drawing & painting
Fitness
Nature
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The cottage is on a gorgeous land with trails and river access, splendid views and lots of peace and quiet. It is in a rural valley, with a bike trail running through it. Lots of places to hike, swim, explore nature. 45-minute drive from one of the cutest towns in BC (Nelson), artsy, cafes, farmers markets etc. 10 km either direction from villages with small grocery stores.
Help
Feed our two horses twice a day (take 10 min. each time of throwing hay over the fence), and keep our two very friendly dogs company (all they need is food/water, the occasional cuddle, and will accompany you on walks), water deck flowers every 3rd day.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Cozy clean furnished cottage with queen sized bed, fully equipped kitchen, shower, internet. Responsible for your own food. Covered parking space for car.
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What else ...
We are looking for reliable, responsible, friendly pet-sitters who are good communicators and self-propelled. Perfect for someone looking for a retreat setting, to soak in nature and enjoys being with dogs and horses.
Cottage is shoe free, as well as non-smoking of any kind.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Ideal for an individual or a couple
Space for parking camper vans
No hookups, just lots of land :) But with access to cottage which has shower, kitchen, etc.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Zoe & Gracie
Two mares in their later mid-to late twenties. One a firecracker, the other a lover of food :) Both awesome to be around.
Canyon
Cashew
Golden collie mix. Friendliest dog ever.
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