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Help with home and gardening while exploring Upper Austria

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If you are not an EU Citizen and planning to visit Austria to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  • Description

    Description

    My name is Magdalena and 2017 i bought an old house in a little village in Upper Austria. Since then I renovate the house and I grow my own vegtebales and fruits.

    Before that I travelled the world and I kind of miss to chat with new people and the cultural exchange. So I thought maybe this will be a perfect idea.

    Now I have a dog, two cats, three chickens (eggs!) and since a few weeks ducks.
    My garden is big with raised beds and many bushes and a few big trees. My house is next to a forrest, but also in the village. Perfect countrylife.

    The people in our village are very open minded and welcoming - nearly weekly we have a nice event, where everybody can go.


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    GER:
    Mein Name ist Magdalena und ich habe 2017 ein altes Haus in einem kleinen Dorf in Oberösterreich gekauft. Seitdem renoviere ich das Haus und baue mein eigenes Gemüse und Obst an.

    Davor bin ich um die Welt gereist und vermisse es irgendwie, mit neuen Leuten zu plaudern und den kulturellen Austausch zu erleben. Also dachte ich, das wäre vielleicht eine perfekte Idee.

    Jetzt habe ich einen Hund, zwei Katzen, drei Hühner (Eier!) und seit ein paar Wochen Enten.

    Mein Garten ist groß mit Hochbeeten und vielen Büschen und ein paar großen Bäumen. Mein Haus liegt neben einem Wald, aber auch im Dorf. Perfektes Landleben eben.

    Die Leute in unserem Dorf sind sehr aufgeschlossen und gastfreundlich – fast wöchentlich haben wir eine nette Veranstaltung, zu der jeder kommen kann.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Van life
    Charity work
    Farming
    Self development
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Sustainability
    Pets
    Sailing / Boating
    Yoga / Wellness
    Hiking
    Nature
    Mountain
    Beach
    Water sports
    Cycling
    Blogging
    Plant care
    Photography
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Animals
    Music
    DIY & crafts
    Gardening
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    The community in our village is very active and there are many events.
    I also like to have bonfires and calm evenings in the garden with friends.
    We can go hiking, cook together and share the everyday-life.

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    GER:
    Die Leute in unserem Dorf haben ein sehr aktives Vereinsleben und Gemeinschaftsleben, es gibt viele verschiedene Veranstaltungen die man besuchen kann.
    Ich mache gerne Lagerfeuer und habe ruhige entspannte Abende im Garten mit und ohne Freunden.
    Wir können wandern, gemeinsam kochen und das Alltagsleben teilen.

  • Help

    Help

    I always have many projects going on,... in the house, around the house and in the garden. Help is always welcome, to improve something.
    Next projects will be: concrete the terrace, building a duckhouse and a new chickenhouse, creating new flowerbeds and planting bushes, installing a lawn edge.
    Beside the projects there are many things to do regularly - lawn mowing, cutting bushes, .. maintenance work.

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    GER:
    Ich habe immer viele Projekte am Laufen,... im Haus, rund ums Haus und im Garten. Hilfe ist immer willkommen, um etwas zu verbessern.
    Die nächsten Projekte sind: Terrasse betonieren, Entenhaus und neuen Hühnerstall bauen, neue Blumenbeete anlegen und Sträucher pflanzen, Rasenkante anlegen.
    Neben den Projekten gibt es viele Dinge, die regelmäßig zu tun sind - Rasenmähen, Sträucher schneiden, .. Erhaltungsarbeiten.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Intermediate

    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

    There are nice guestrooms in my house in the first floor - i live in the ground floor - so you have the floor to yourself!
    You also can camp in the garden, or park your van next to the garden, by arrangement.

    Food will be there - vegetarian and sometimes vegan.
    We can cook together, or you can use the vegetables and existing food and cook for yourself. On big project days there will be cooked meals!


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    GER:
    Im ersten Stock sind in meinem Haus nette Gästezimmer. Dadurch, dass ich komplett im Erdgeschoß wohne, hast du die ganze Etage für dich!
    Du kannst aber auch gerne im Garten campen oder deinen Van beim Garten parken, einfach nach Absprache.

    Für Essen ist gesorgt - vegetarisch und teilweise vegan.
    Wir können gemeinsam kochen, oder du nutzt das Gemüse und vorhandene Essen und kochst selbst. An großen Projekttagen gibt es gekochtes Essen!

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Because of my work schedule I’m sometimes quite busy, so it’s great if you’re comfortable being a bit independent and exploring the area on your own. Having your own vehicle can be a big plus, but there is also a bus stop nearby and you’re welcome to use my bicycle.

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    GER:
    Wegen meiner Arbeit bin ich oft sehr eingeteilt.
    Es wäre also von Vorteil wenn du auch gerne selbstständig und unabhängig die Gegend erkundest. Dazu wäre natürlich ein eigenes Fahrzeug von Vorteil. Die Busstation ist in der Nähe und du kannst dir auch gerne mein Rad leihen.

  • 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

    If you come with the van, you can use the bathroom/toilet, kitchen and all other rooms at any time. You can park next to the garden. ********** GER: Wenn du mit dem Van kommst, kannst du jederzeit Bad/Klo und Küche und alle anderen Räume mitbenutzen. Parken kannst du gleich direkt am Garten.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Dogs and cats are very welcome! ********** GER: Hunde und Katzen sind herzlich willkommen!

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a cat perched on a wooden fence post, gazing directly at the camera, with a serene background of trees and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts two white ducks with orange beaks nestled in a grassy area, surrounded by lush greenery and foliage, with a small opening behind them.
The image depicts a black and white cat lying on a purple blanket in a grassy area with small purple flowers, gazing to the left.
The image depicts a lush green garden with a raised wooden compost bin, surrounded by trees and a fence, under a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts a cozy room with a bed, armchair, and fireplace, featuring white walls, wooden floors, and a window with a view of trees outside.

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