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Help us looking after our horses and dogs at our family home in lovely Øvrebø, Norway

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  • Description

    Description

    Work as a medical doctor, Nice neighbourhood, active, biking, hiking, friendly, hard working, know German, english Norwegian polish, Big house and garden.

    We need help with work on the far.

    In return you will get free food which you can make your self or which you can have with us. .

    The Area is super beautiful located only 25 minutes from Kristiansand.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Very beautiful nature, close to city Kristiansand, borrow bike, horse back riding. Big farm with lots of nature, big lake, fishing,e are a family with two children. Boys aged half year and 2 years.
    Our home is located in lovely Øvrebø, just next Kristiansand.
    We have a boat that you can use at our private lake.
    We have a big house, and you will have your own kitchen and your own bathroom and your own sleepingroom.

    We have one dog, one cat and 7 horses.
    The town has everything basic that one needs in 15 min walking distance/ 5 min with a bike you can lend. Or you can take the bus to kr.sand which is 20 minuts away with bus.

    In winter we live close to skiplaces, its 5 minutes with car up to the ski slopes and in summer 20 minuts walking away from the local inlet fresh water, with a beach
    Pubblic transport is bus and can take you to the nearest cities like Kristiansand (20 minutes), the bus stop is 10 min walking from the house.
    There is televison and WIFI fast.

    We live on top off a hill with extremly good view/ so it's perfect for hiking, running, skiing in winter, picking berries and mushrooms in summer and fall,bicycling, riding, taking our dogs for walks, Swimming and fishing in the lake of Loland, or the other nices lakes around.
    Often you can see deer, moose, hare, fox and lots of different birds in the forest, or on our fields.
    We do have a couple of bicycles you can use as much as you like.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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  • Help

    Help

    -Cuddle and exercise dogs, cats and horses
    -Cleaning up the stables
    -Checking that all the animals have food and water
    -Maintenance on the barn
    -Painting inside and outside
    -Fencing
    -Gardening
    -Tidying up around the property
    -Help prepare meals if you want to

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Norwegian: Fluent
    German: Beginner
    Polish: Beginner

    This 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

    Accommodation

    In the house. Own room. / with your own bathrom and your won kitchen.
    Meals are provided.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Close to Kristiansand , Very beatiful nature, hiking.

  • 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 possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 765869451728

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The image depicts a serene grassy field under a blue sky with white clouds, featuring a tree on the left and utility poles in the distance.
The image depicts a modern living room with a gray wall featuring a fireplace, accompanied by a basket of firewood and a bookshelf in the background.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a white house with a dark roof, a flagpole, and a large tree, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a white house with a dark roof, featuring a large windowed front and a small balcony, situated in a grassy field on an overcast day.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a house, barn, and road, set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and rolling hills.
The image depicts a man taking a selfie in front of a wall with a wood grain pattern, holding a black cell phone in his right hand.
The image depicts a vibrant rainbow arcing over a horse riding arena, with a house and trees visible in the background, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene living room scene with a leather couch, wooden coffee table, and a baby sitting on the floor, gazing out at a breathtaking sunset view.
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The image depicts a spacious room with a high ceiling, featuring a large window and a wooden floor, likely a living room or dining area in a residential setting.
The image depicts a serene scene of a house with a large yard, featuring a prominent tree and a body of water, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene lake scene at sunset, with a dog swimming in the foreground and a forested shoreline in the background, set against a vibrant pink and purple sky.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene with a body of water, likely a lake or river, surrounded by trees and foliage, evoking a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.
The image depicts a serene rural scene at sunset, featuring a black car, a trailer, a tractor, and red barns set against a vibrant orange and yellow sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a body of water, surrounded by trees and greenery, featuring a few buildings in the distance, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene dirt road winding through a lush forested area, with a fence on the right side and a breathtaking sunset in the background.
The image depicts a serene rural scene at sunset, featuring a house with a dark roof, a yellow excavator, and a white dog in a field of grass.

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