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Description
We are a family of three, husband, wife and daughter (university/home) living in Cowichan Bay on the sunny east cost of Vancouver Island.
We are looking for someone to stay for 7-10 days in spring and autumn, to help with gardening, spring cleaning and some odd jobs. There is plenty of privacy, with your own suite with private bathroom. Our food is mostly organic and often vegetarian, and you are welcome to eat with us.
Our house looks out over the sea and Gulf Islands. We have bicycles for use, which can be used to get to the Cowichan Bay village centre, where there are shops, cafes, marinas etc. We have hiking trails nearby and are a five minute walk to the beach. We are a 45 minute drive to Victoria; there is also a bus service to and from Victoria on a daily basis.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The Cowichan Valley is very diverse, with people from all over the world settling here. There are many artists, organic farms and wineries here.
Projects involving children
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Help
Gardening and painting, depending on weather.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner
French: Beginner
Accommodation
We have a self contained suite with a bedroom and private bathroom. No smokers please.
What else ...
We are a five minute drive to Cowichan Bay village where you can go whale watching, kayaking or paddle boarding. Hiking and jogging trails are nearby as are tennis courts. There are always bicycles available to explore the area as well. The beach is a five minute walk from our house.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
We have room for a campervan or small motor home.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Mark and Helen live in such a beautiful place near the ocean 🌊
Our work mainly consisted in clearing the area of… read more
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Mark and Helen live in such a beautiful place near the ocean 🌊
Our work mainly consisted in clearing the area of… read more
They are so welcoming and generous that I felt like home almost immediately.
They took me around to see some beautiful spots.
Thank you so much,
I really enjoyed staying with you!
Best wishes,
Mark, Helen and Jessica
We shared excellent dinners and interesting conversations about each other's cultures and experiences. The work was varied and we had plenty of time to get… read more
