Lake house living in Whitewater Region, ON, Canada

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  Description

  We are a semi retired couple who currently live in Ottawa. the capital city of Canada. Creating a retirement home 1 hr. west of Ottawa in Whitewater Region, on a lake. It is our private home.
  
  We need a small bit of help finishing interior of home and exterior maintenance/ landscaping. We would be commuting between Ottawa and the lake, as required. This would enable both touring of Ottawa and experiencing country living. We are situated on a clean, spring fed lake. Waterfront dock, swimming. Adirondack chairs, kayaks and campfire can be enjoyed.
  
  We are near Whitewater rafting on the Ottawa River. Algonquin Park is a 1.5 hr. drive. From Ottawa, Montreal or Toronto are accessible by bus. train or plane. We have extended family in the area. We both have part time jobs in Ottawa. Travelling is done mainly in the winter. Meeting new people and enjoying different customs and cultures is always enjoyable. Come see what The Ottawa Valley has to offer!!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Creative DIY projects

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Plant care

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Carpentry

  

  Winter sports

  

  Sailing / Boating

  

  Nature

  

  Hiking

  

  Beach

  

  Adventure sports

  

  Outdoor activities
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We are always interested in meeting new people and hearing their stories. Interested in sharing each other's different cultural and travel experiences. Extended family is in the area.

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  Help

  Assistance is required to finish the interior of the lake house and landscaping. Tasks like flooring, doors, trim work , painting and landscaping needs to be completed.
  
  My husband would appreciate some help as he has been working for the past year on building the house. We could accomodate a Workawayer who is able to assist with these projects. Experience is advantageous but not essential.
  
  My husband is willing to share his knowledge and skills alongside Workawayers.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Beginner

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  Accommodation

  A private bedroom in both locations with full bathroom nearby. 3 meals a day will be provided while staying with host.

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  What else ...

  Local travel is limited at the lake as it is rural. We could transport you to Whitewater rafting or Algonquin Park as time permits.From Ottawa there is public transit, bus, train and plane for optional travel.
  Smoking is not permitted.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Any size of van can be parked at the lake but Ottawa is street parking only.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  One

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  My animals / pets

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