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Creative, nature-loving family looking for help with children the village of Balcombe, UK

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello, I’m Jen, mother of 3 young children (aged 2, 4 and 6) and married to Doug. I love making art with the kids, being outdoors in our big garden growing fruit and vegetables or traveling down to the coast for a day on the beach. We have a big property in the village of Balcombe. We’re walking distance to a train station which is on the main line between London (40 mins) and Brighton (20 mins). We’re only 15 minutes drive to Gatwick too. Our village is small but has loads going on, there’s a shop, pub, club, park and loads of amazing countryside walks. There’s an excellent village vibe with many groups and societies meeting up to enjoy hobbies.
    We’re offering accommodation in our separate annex building. It’s a studio bedroom with a kitchenette, and an en-suite bathroom. It has a private terrace. In exchange for this we’re looking for a person or couple who want to join our family and engage with children through play and activities at home and in our big garden.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    This opportunity would provide travellers with the opportunity to enjoy life in a beautiful village in Sussex. We are very well connected too, so it will be easy to access London or Brighton whilst enjoying a quieter life.

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    Au Pair Help

    This host has let us know they’ll be complying with UK regulations for au pair stays.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for a person or couple who enjoy spending time with young children. Activities would include: games, arts and crafts, role play, being dens in the garden, going on walks to the playground, exploring in the woods etc. We would be looking for occasional babysitting in the evenings too. We are also looking for help with tasks relating to the children, such as laundry or meal preparation.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Studio apartment in a separate building. The studio has a king size double bed, a sofa and TV, dining table and chairs and a kitchenette with fridge, electric hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. There is no oven or washing machine but you would be welcome to use ours. Travellers will buy and prepare their own food but we will always invite you to join us if we are preparing a family meal. There is an en-suite bathroom with big shower, heated towel rail and toilet. There is a private terrace, bi-fold doors and separate front door too.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are 15 minutes walk to Balcombe train station which is on the mainline between London and Brighton, so it is very easy to reach exciting attractions on public transport. Our village has a lovely community and there’s lots happening locally too: pub, shop, cafe, community groups and hobbies.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 862372924126

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The image depicts a serene garden scene, featuring raised beds, a greenhouse, and lush trees set against a clear blue sky on a sunny day.
The image depicts a serene backyard with a trampoline, swing set, and lush greenery, set against a backdrop of trees and a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts a hand holding a vibrant bouquet of flowers, featuring a white dahlia, pink sweet peas, and a pink and yellow dahlia, set against a lush green background.
The image depicts the rear of a white two-story house with a patio and garden, featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a blue sky with clouds.
The image depicts a modern bathroom with white walls and a yellow floor, featuring a toilet, bathtub, shower, and decorative tiles on the shower wall.
The image depicts three children standing on a wooden boardwalk, surrounded by tall grasses and a serene beach scene, with the sun setting in the background.
The image depicts a spacious dining room with a large wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and sliding glass doors leading to a patio area with outdoor furniture and a dog.
The image depicts a family of five posing on a sandy beach, with the parents holding two children and another standing beside them, all dressed in casual summer attire.
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The image depicts a serene scene of a man standing in a lush grassy yard, with a large white house and bare trees in the background, set against a vibrant pink sky.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with a gray couch, white rug, and bed, featuring a TV on the wall, sliding glass door, and a light wood floor, exuding a calming atmosphere.
Three children stand on a pebbly beach, each wearing a helmet and holding an ice cream cone, with the ocean and cloudy sky visible in the background.
The image depicts a modern, open-plan living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and bedroom, featuring light wood floors and neutral color scheme.
The image shows a woman and a child in a wooded area, with the woman wearing a pink beanie and the child in a blue knit hat and denim jacket.

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