Stay in a yurt surrounded by nature in Harcourt, Australia

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  Description

  In the picturesque apple and wine region of Harcourt, our 1.5-acre property is just 10 minutes from Castlemaine—a vibrant country town known for its thriving music, arts, and permaculture community. Harcourt sits at the base of Leanganook (Mt Alexander), offering many walking and mountain biking trails.
  
  Our property is a private residence that also includes a yurt, used as accommodation for Workawayers and friends. Surrounded by orchards and horse paddocks, and featuring a sizeable veggie garden, we share our space with two ponies, a friendly dog, a cat, and plenty of noisy frogs!
  
  Living Arrangements:
  The property is home to one adult, two children, and a rotating group of permaculture professionals (friends) who use one of the offices a few days a week. As Workawayers, you would stay in our yurt, which has its own kitchen and bathroom, including a composting toilet. You’ll need to be comfortable with occasional maintenance and cleaning of the toilet.
  
  There are a few local cafés and a pub, along with several cellar-door wineries in the village of Harcourt. The bus to Castlemaine takes about 10 minutes but runs only a few times a day. We also have a bicycle available, which takes about 35 minutes to reach Castlemaine town. Having a car would be an advantage if you’d like to explore the surrounding towns and countryside.
  
  Note: We are not a commercial property.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Babysitting and creative play

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Water sports

  

  Performing arts

  

  Music

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Art & design

  

  Gardening

  

  Animals

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Events & social

  

  Technology

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Sustainability

  

  Pets

  

  Culture

  

  Self development

  

  Farming
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We’d love to welcome people who enjoy a hands-on lifestyle and hanging out with animals, especially ponies! As a permaculture-inspired property, you will learn about the principles and be inspired by the permaculture professionals who share it.

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  Help

  - Basic gardening and general property maintenance
  - Caring for the animals
  - Helping with projects
  - helping out with kids activities (if you are drawn to this)

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  As a helper, you’ll stay in our fully self-contained yurt, separate from the main house. It includes a private kitchen and bathroom, making it ideal for Workawayers looking for a break from shared spaces. It’s also a lovely getaway spot.

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  What else ...

  Currently, we are accepting self-catering helpers—you’ll need to bring your own food (condiments and kitchen utensils are provided). This arrangement would particularly suit couples or travelling friends who are looking for a break from hostels, happy to do minimal work, and keen to explore the local food and wine scene.

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  We have an office space available, making it ideal for digital nomads who can self-cater and are happy to contribute around 2 hours of work per day.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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