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My husband and my family decided to move to the mountains about 4 years ago from the Tampa Bay area. We were looking for a slower-paced life. My husband and I have been empty-nesters for about 5 years now. Our farm is 420-friendly. We are in our late 40s or early 50s with lots of life left. We bought 1.5 Acres with a fixer-upper and a rushing creek on it. The property and the home remodel have been a challenge for us. We would love to have not only companionship but also help to make our Homestead our Mountain dream. My husband is a Master Carpenter and loves to teach the trade. I am a stay-at-home housewife and work from home from 9 am till 9 pm Monday through Thursday on the computer and phone.
We have pets on the premises. One Beagle dog, 3 cats, 5 goats, and about 20+ chickens. Cow pastures surround the property. So laying in the hammock watching the cows while listening to the rushing Creek is one of my favorite relaxation times. We just started raising goats in the spring of 2022 and have 3 kids on the ground within the last week.
We do not have flushing toilets on the property we practice composting toilets. Meals are cooked outside as much as possible. My husband smokes outside only, we ask that if you do not smoke in any of the builds plus pick up your butts. I do not smoke and do not enjoy being around smoke. I am an ex-smoker of 31 years.
We do have adult children in their mid-20s and early 30s that do visit often and a granddaughter that is 8. We love the water and have kayaks and canoes that we can use to go on the Little River.
Max stay that we can accommodate is 2 weeks.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Floyd County is a unique area in the Appalachian Mountain. The town has a hippie Vibe but yet country feel. The homestead is surrounded by cow pastures, we see many calfs born every year. A very diverse area but yet very country. If you're in the city and you want to explore the true Country Life, Floyd County would be the place to be.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Carpentry skills is a big plus but not required. New barn needs to be built for goats and chickens. Updating Fencing, build outhouse with bath, gardening, garden beds, wood storage building, clearing land, remodeling home, animal care, art projects
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Our guests will stay in our older camper. The camper offers a queen bed and a twin bed that doubles as the couch. Electricity is available in the camper (no A.C.), fiber wifi, we have not hooked up water or propane since last fall so depending on pipes they might be available. We have a propane grill for use and showers in the home. The camper is located on the side of the house. We have tents available if there is an overlap of guests.
What else ...
Things to do in Floyd County. Arts, music, biking, hiking, waterfalls, zipline, kayaking. You have access to the Blue Ridge Parkway along with the Appalachian Trail. Festivals in the area Floyd Fest, Tour de Floyd, Little River Poetry, Summer goddess Retreat, Floyd Yoga Jam, County Fair, Chantilly Farms. We have wineries, breweries and distilleries in the area. The Country Store , Dogtown, and Buffalo Mountain Brewery has live music and Lush Lounge for the 1920 theme speakeasy.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Our guests will stay in our older camper. The camper offers a queen bed and a twin bed that doubles as the couch. Electricity is available in the camper (no A.C.), fiber wifi, we have not hooked up water or propane since last fall so depending on pipes they might be available. We have a propane grill for use and showers in the home. The camper is located on the side of the house. We have tents available if there is an overlap of guests.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
