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Coastal living with us and our lovely pups on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Sechelt, Canada

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    MUST LOVE DOGS!

    Hello. We are a family of 3, with 3 small doggies living on 5 acres on the Sunshine Coast. We love the outdoors. We live close to the water and near many hiking trails. We're in Sechelt and 8 minutes drive from the centre of town.
    We hope to meet wonderful guests from all over the world. While here, we would appreciate some help with yard work and maintenance around the property, some regular house cleaning, organizing, etc. Some doggie-sitting/house-sitting might be needed.
    We love our doggies (2x 8lb pups (Morkie and Chihuahua and a 20 lb terrier mix) and hope you would love them too! Dogs are very intuitive so they can tell if someone is just pretending, or even if the people are trustworthy. So you must truly like animals because pretending is not going to work. hahaha!
    We would prefer non-smokers; You will have flexible schedule; I'm honestly not the greatest cook so anyone who can be independent and make their own meals most days would be great;
    We have a paddleboard you could use 5 mins walk down the hill to the beach and a great ebike you could borrow to explore the area;
    We have a large custom built modern house ; You will have a private bedroom and access to your own bathroom; If you love to cook, our beautiful large kitchen is available for your use.

    We prefer to start with 2 weeks initially to ensure we are a great fit together. We have extended this period with all our guests so far, but we want to ensure that the experience and relationship work (both ways) before committing to a longer visit.

    We've enjoyed our experiences to date and feel blessed to have met wonderful workawayers. If you're interested in visiting us, let's chat.
    Cheers.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Culture
    Fashion or beauty
    Events & social
    Movies & TV
    Pets
    Charity work
    Books
    Animals
    Hiking
    Dancing
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Fitness
    Camping
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    The Sunshine Coast is beautiful; So many outdoor activities like hiking trails, water access, mountain biking, etc; It is also a smaller rural community, and you would be welcomed by friendly small town residents; a weekly farm market on Saturdays in the summer; and many festivals going on in the summer. Our home is comfortable, and quiet. We are a social family and love having dinners and games nights with friends and also going to social gatherings. Workawayers will have the benefit of a safe, loving environment and the freedom to explore nature that is all around us.

  • Help

    Help

    With spring comes blooming flowers, birds chirping, beautiful baby animals being born. The Sunshine Coast will wake up to its full beauty! There will yard maintenance needed from mowing the grass and weeding and using the weeder to cut down growing bushes like blackberries, etc. Some property maintenance , small DIY projects; some minor tasks in and around the house; some pet/house sitting; help with cleaning our house regularly and cooking some meals if you like to cook; help with packing and organizing the house; I love to entertain so you'll meet some of my wonderful friends. We also love playing board and card games . Other than that, it'll be very chill here so hopefully you like to keep busy on your own at times or just relax with a book and hot cocoa. The forest trails ups the hill is beautiful and the beach access is only 2 minutes walk down the hill.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    I speak a little (very little) French and Spanish and would love to improve. I also am interested in learning other languages.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Private bedroom and access bathroom; access to a beautiful, large kitchen; modern house with a view of the ocean and mountains.

    I've mostly cooked dinners for workaways and shared some lunch. Breakfast will mostly be up to the workaways as we are not regular breakfast eaters.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    if you love the outdoors, here is where you want to be; we are also only 40 minutes away by ferry to larger Vancouver; it's a great day trip if you want to get away to the bigger city atmosphere.

  • 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 host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Finnegan Boots aka "Finn"

    Finnegan Boots aka "Finn" (6 years)

    The youngest of the 3 dogs, Finnegan is a Diva; Very territorial and demanding in the house, but super chill and great on a leash outside the house; He is a picky eater, only eating one specific food. Doesn't even like treats. He's super cute but not the most affectionate. Very indifferent to people. Loves his older sisters but annoys the heck out of them.

    Profile photo of Trixie

    Trixie (14 years)

    This 20 pound 13 year old is the sweetest girl. Dont tell the other two dogs, but she's my favorite! She's got heart issues but responding well to medications. She's slower now but still loves her treats and her daily walks.

    Profile photo of Chai

    Chai (16 years)

    Chai is a 15 year old Chihuahua. She is the BOSS. The other two dogs dont mess with her. Lol. Although she is getting old, she is in great shape (maybe a little deaf now) but she loves her cuddles and demands attention from her people. She is definitely everyone's favorite

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A peaceful lakeside village with scattered houses, trees, and open fields. Majestic mountains and serene water are beautifully illuminated under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a two-story house with a balcony, situated on a hillside amidst a lush grassy area and vibrant yellow flowers, set against a sunny blue sky.
The image depicts a large building with a balcony and a fence, illuminated by lights at night, set against a dark sky. The building\'s exterior is well-lit.
The image shows an aerial view of a house under construction, featuring a black roof and blue garage, surrounded by a residential area with other houses and vehicles.
Modern, spacious living area with high ceilings, large windows, and natural light. Dining table, plants, stairs, couch, TV, office area, and minimalist decor. Inviting ambiance.
This image features a small, neatly organized bedroom with two single beds, gray walls, mauve bedding, a window with dark curtains, and simple modern furnishings.
A young woman and an older woman smile together for a mirror selfie, surrounded by festive decorations in a busy, warmly lit café filled with people.
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The image shows three small dogs sitting on a red dog bed in the back seat of a car. The dogs are looking at the camera.
The image depicts a serene scene of a small grey dog lying in a lush grassy field, surrounded by vibrant wildflowers and overlooking a picturesque neighborhood with houses and a tranquil lake.
A stunning waterfront neighborhood with lush greenery and houses on a hillside overlooks a breaching orca whale in the foreground, swimming in the blue water.
The image shows a body of water with a large group of people standing on the shore, enjoying a sunny day and a clear sky. The scene is peaceful and idyllic.
The image depicts a serene rocky beach with a gravel shoreline, a grassy area, and a distant island under a cloudy sky, evoking a sense of calmness.
The image depicts a serene forest scene, featuring a tranquil lake surrounded by trees and foliage, with a clear sky above, evoking a sense of peacefulness and natural beauty.
A calm, clear inlet surrounded by forested rocky shores, reflected in the still water, under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Peaceful and serene nature.

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