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Enjoy a great arts community in the mountains of British Columbia, Canada

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a semi-retired couple living on a country acreage 15 minutes' drive from Nelson, British Columbia. We enjoy meeting people from other countries and look forward to showing them around the area. Nelson is a small town with a large arts community and plenty of recreational opportunities as it's situated on Kootenay Lake in the Selkirk Mountains. We have one dog and a small garden. We would be happy to have a solo worker in the house or couples in the campsite. We are LGBTQ2S+ friendly. Cheers, Phillip & Anne

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Help with Eco Projects
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Travellers will benefit from living near an interesting arts-oriented community and experiencing country life in a beautiful, clean environment. And we feed our guests well!
    Not only do we feed Workaway guests well, we take them on tours of the area and to social events we attend. The purpose of Workaway for us is not "cheap labour"; it is more a cultural exchange.
    We enjoy meeting young people from other countries and cultures and showing them a piece of rural Canadian life, while also learning about their culture.

  • Help

    Help

    We have work available in the spring and fall, and sometimes in the summer, which includes some brushing/piling undergrowth for burning the the fall (towards our FireSmart goals) and other things around the property. We can use some help in the garden, and possibly some outdoor painting and staining, and Workawayers are welcome help with some of our community volunteer work (local community hall and food bank). There will be plenty of time leftover to explore the area!

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    German: Beginner
    French: Beginner

    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

    We have two accommodation possibilities: a comfortable guest suite with private bathroom with shower and kitchenette (in exchange for normal workaway hours) and two nice sleeping cabins with a picnic shelter, artesian well, shower and outhouse on 4 acres across the road (self-sufficient camping for reduced workaway hours). We love to cook and can accommodate pretty much any diet. We have two large, friendly dogs.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Plenty of opportunity for hiking and mountain biking, and visits to Nelson, one of Canada's most livable small towns. We have two vehicles and make regular trips to town. There is also a bus that goes to and from town. We keep a canoe, rowboat and kayak at a nearby lake which guests are welcome to use.

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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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have wireless internet that's pretty reliable for a rural area; we have seldom had problems.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have a glamping property across the road that is ideal for campervans and small campers (see description under accommodation).

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 931765816461

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The image depicts a serene mountainous landscape with lush greenery and a cloudy sky, featuring a tranquil lake nestled among the mountains.
The image depicts a small wooden cabin with a green metal roof, situated in a wooded area, surrounded by trees and bushes, with sunlight filtering through the foliage.
The image depicts a cozy living room with wood paneling, featuring a rug, two chairs, a coffee table, and a wood-burning stove, surrounded by natural light and a serene atmosphere.
The image depicts a compact, well-lit room with white walls and ceiling, featuring a kitchenette, dining table, chairs, and a cozy seating area with a chair and footstool.
The image depicts a cozy bedroom with a bed, bookshelf, and couch, featuring a mix of artwork and a mirror, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image depicts a cozy room with a window, bookshelves, and artwork, featuring a red chair, couch, and wooden furniture, bathed in natural light.

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