Learn about Farm life on our property in Tallangatta Valley, Australia

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Peter and Merry have a lovely block of land on the top of a hill with stunning 360 degree views. The help we need varies according to your preferences, it can be building maintenance, gardening or general farm work. We prefer people to help with competent English skills. If you have a sport you love you may join in with local sporting clubs (seasonal sports) while you are here, this is a very friendly community. There are lovely long bushwalking areas adjacent to our property and we have push bikes you may use to explore the area, Otherwise there is plenty to do. There is a creek to swim in during warm weather and if you have a car this is man from snowy river country. (See details below). Your happiness is important to us.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Farmstay help
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Animal Care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Farm skills, maintenance skills, make friends with our animals, great country to wander or even pushbike ride around. Creek to swim in when it is hot. Improve your English skills, just enjoy the relaxing rural lifestyle.
Help
Tasks are varied and we try to find work suitable for individual talents. You will be part of an Aussie family and we will do our best to help you mix with the locals and join in local sporting clubs. Short stays preferred (less than two weeks).
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
We share our house with volunteers as we have a spare bedroom with two beds (alternating as a king size for couples). We also have a caravan for those looking for ‘their own space’. We provide the food and we normally cook our volunteers evening meals. Breakfast and lunch you may help yourselves.
We also have a camper which may be used for bigger numbers of volunteers. No accommodation for children.
What else ...
We organise transport from Albury Wodonga. For your free time you have a lot of choices such as fishing, hiking, push biking, playing with our dogs. Enjoy the rural lifestyle and play sport with locals if you have a skill you can add to the community.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
25 hrs per week

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volunteers at shearing

Feedback left by and about host (34)

16/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Inssiyah & Volodia)

Inssiyah & Volodia are a delightful hardworking couple whom we loved having to stay. They are fun to have around and and we were missing their company from the minute we waved goodbye. We hope they will return as friends next time just for a break.

(Excellent )

16/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Inssiyah & Volodia) for host

We spent such a great time with Merry and Peter and there two dogs ;) They welcomed us with open arms. They are very experienced with having volunteers which really makes a difference. We feel like home and the job we do was great. We worked 4/5 hours per day gardening and learn a lot about growing vegetables and plants. They are very fair with… read more

(Excellent )

16/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Malo) for host

I stayed 3 weeks with Merry, Peter and their 2 dogs. It was a very great and rewarding moment in Tallangatta Valley. Merry and Peter are nice people and very patient with me because I didn't speak very well English. It was a good experience for me because I could always speak English and have a lot if new skills in gardening. I recommend them to… read more

(Excellent )

06/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Vytautas)

Vytautas, thankyou, you did so much for us and we loved having you here, you are welcome back anytime.
We feel lucky you chose to stay with us when we had so many heavy jobs needing doing just after Peter came out of hospital. Travel safely.

(Excellent )

06/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Vytautas) for host

Had the best time staying here. I do not have a car, but Merry was generous and took my from Albury station and after my staying took me back there. Also during my staying they gave me a lift to the places I wanted to visit. Staying there was very nice experience. I helped them to fix fences, rain pipes and clean up garage. Merry and Peter showed… read more

(Excellent )

13/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Zahraa)

Zahraa is a delightful person to share a home with, she is always happy and bright. We loved having her to stay with us and she is welcome back anytime. I should mention that she is willing to try all sorts of work even if she has not done them before, and executes them to perfection. Thankyou for just being you!

(Excellent )

18/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Raquel & Martin) for host

Peter and Merry were great hosts and really looked after us, we were welcomed into their home and their social activities.
The highlight of which was a day out to My Benanbra and lunch at the Mitta pub, via lake Dartmouth
Their new place of 3.5 acres on top of a hill has great views of the valley with lovely sunrises and sunsets.
We enjoyed a… read more

(Excellent )

16/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Raquel & Martin)

The best workawayers ever, and we have had so many to stay with us, all wonderful, but Marty and Racquel are quite exceptional. Recommend without hesitation, you will be a lucky person if they come to stay with you!

(Excellent )

05/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Issy) for host

During my short time with Merry and Peter I learned new practical skills whilst helping with outdoors work on their new property (they are no longer at the farm/camp). They provided great meals and enough time to rest and the Tallangatta Valley where they live is really beautiful and peaceful. They also have two very cute dogs! Thanks and good… read more

(Very good )

25/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Katrin)

Katrin is the most delightful person to have in your home, she is fun to be with, neat and tidy (and left her house spotless), we cannot recommend her highly enough. She is fabulous with children and has a special way with them. Her way with children is a gift — not something learned. Thank you Katrin, we really loved having you stay with us and… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Robin)

Robin and Sarah are the most wonderful and helpful couple ever! Cannot recommend them enough. The dogs and wombats got very spoilt and were missing them from day one of their departure. As were we! Wonderful interaction with children espec. those with special needs.
Perfect house guests and interacted with the community in a lovely positive way.

(Excellent )

14/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Robin) for host

We absolutely loved our stay with Peter & Merry, they were both incredibly welcoming. The workload was quite diverse from animal care, gardening to working with the camp. We have both gained knowledge and skills that will be useful for the future.
It's great being around the animals everyday, getting to know their characters as well as learning… read more

(Excellent )

30/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Rosa & Stuart) for host

We stayed four weeks with Peter and Merry during their winter down season and had a great time throughout! They are very experienced with having volunteers which really makes a difference; they always know what jobs need to be done and are very fair with the amount of work/rest time you have. We found the work very interesting and rewarding - you… read more

(Excellent )

03/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Ilka) for host

It was my first workaway experience and it was amazing! I almost stayed 3 weeks with Merry and Peter and I really enjoyed my time! There was always something to do and the work with the animals and schoolcamps was fanastic! So it won't be boring:) I sometimes even worked im my freetime because I wanted to help with the schoolgroups.
The… read more

(Excellent )

11/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (sean) for host

This was my first workaway.
Merry & Peter have a great place here and have had great experience working with workawayers.
The work was longer than 5 hours a day sometimes but didn't feel like that, in fact I would have done more because I loved what we did. Merry & Peter have been running this place for over forty years so know exactly how they… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host

I spend 3 weeks with Merry, Peter, 4 dogs, a walking stomach called Bambi (guess the animal), and a wombat and I loved it!
the tasks were various and mostly much fun (preparing meals for groups, feeding the animals, painting the buildings, PUTTING OUT A BUSHFIRE (not a big one, no worries)), cruising around on a quadbike! the accomodation was… read more

(Excellent )

27/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Arifah) for host

Merry and Peter are the best host of my volunteer. I'm a veterinary student from Malaysia. Merry encouraged me to gain experience handling animals here such as handling dogs, wombat. I learn about horse feeding management, bedding preparation, fire timber preparation, dog feeding management and horseriding. I have great time here with other… read more

(Excellent )

24/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Shawna) for host

Working in a farm for 1 month was a great experience and adventure ! The tasks are various depending on the weather and what is needed, so you never get bored ! There are a lot of animals to take care of (deer, wombat, horses, dogs...) so if you're a animal lover like me, it's the place to be ! Finally, you are free on the afternoon (2-3pm) so you… read more

(Excellent )

26/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Felix & Charlottte) for host

We felt very welcome and enjoyed our stay at this camp. We had our own little cottage but where always welcome to the house of Merry and Peter. The work was not too hard and the hours were adequate as well. Lovely people, good food and a stunning landscape around the farm. We especially enjoyed riding the ute while feeding the animals and taking… read more

(Very good )

21/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Patricio) for host

Peter and Merry! Beautiful people! They made me feel like in family and i really miss them, the farm, the animals, the good food, every thing over there. I learned so many things, and the Farm is very comfortable! So, my best wishes for both of you, thanks for everything that you did for me and i hope too see you again in the future.
Was awesome… read more

(Excellent )

29/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Aaron-Justus) for host

Peter and Merry, an amazing couple with an amazing farm. With just 7 days our stay was much to short, but even this time was really nice for us. Our job was some gardenwork and some other maintenance things on the farm. The offered accommodation and the food was more than perfect. Everything was well organized for the volunteers and in our… read more

(Excellent )

17/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ruben)

Thanks Ruben for all your help and expertise. Our website is much better now thanks to your photographic expertise especially for facebook shots and we will think of you every time we walk past your painting job. You are welcome back anytime! Happy travelling.

(Excellent )

17/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Ruben) for host

Merry and Peter are really good hosts. I stayed in their farm almost a month and I felt at home. Comfortable room, good meals, a pool and a big lake where I could go for canoeing and enjoy watching dogs playing and swimming there…
I did some different tasks like Gardening, painting, feeding the animals and taking photos for the website. I learnt a… read more

(Excellent )

27/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (patricia)

Thanks Patricia. We loved having you here and hope to see you back again soon. We miss your efficiency. Everything you do you do well. Happy travelling, cheers, M&P

(Very good )

20/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (patricia) for host

I stayed around 20 days at Merry's and Peter's.
Very lovely and extremely generous people!
There are lots of different tasks and activities do with the schoolcamps and the animals. Every day was different and you never get bored or run out of jobs.
Need a break? Cuddle with Brady the Wombat or enjoy the company of one of the great doggies!… read more

(Very good )

30/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Katie) for host

Merry and Peter are really great, I stayed with them for three and a half weeks. There's loads of different jobs to do, as well as the daily animal care. There's also loads to do after work like canoeing, swimming in the pool and the dam, horse riding when Lou was around, and they took us into Albury on our days off. I had a really nice time, and… read more

(Very good )

26/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Andrew) for host

Peter and Merry were very gracious hosts and do everything they can to make you feel at home. Aside from the daily task of feeding the animals, the work is varied and interesting. Really enjoyed my time here, thanks again!

(Very good )

27/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Kelly) for host

Thanks Merry and Peter! This was a fun experience. It was great walking the dogs in the morning and feeding all the animals. Once you had the feeding patterns and food distribution stuck in the memory things went smoothly. Loved using the quad bike and having Whisper join me on the road!! Merry and Peter were helpful, chatty and considerate. Some… read more

(Very good )

03/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Erika) for host

Mary and Peter welcomed me with open arms in their lovely, cozy farm. I got to connect with nature and animals which was a profound experience! Their dogs are sweet and lovely, add bambie the deer and wombat to that along with their horses, sheeps, and cattles. Now that sounds like a huge family :) both mary and peter were very patient with me and… read more

(Very good )

07/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (amanda & daniel) for host

We stayed with Merry and Peter for over 5 weeks and we had an amazing time! As both a farm and school camp, we had a variety of tasks and learned many new skills. We always had plenty of food to eat, lots of free time to explore their beautiful property and many furry friends to keep us company! It was great to have our own living space so we… read more

(Excellent )

27/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer & Emma )

We so loved having you here and you did so much for us, we will think of you forever!
M&P

(Excellent )

26/04/2014

Left by Workawayer (Jennifer & Emma ) for host

we stayed for 6 weeks at Merry and Peters having new experiences every day and lots of fun with all the animals. they are lovely hosts, so welcoming. So many different jobs to do. We will never forget our time there and miss all our friends at Snowy river (human and furry friends) we hope to visit in the future. Jennifer + Emma (the wild one and… read more

(Excellent )

16/01/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Roisin & Gavin)

Thanks guys, you are always welcome here!
love
Merry and Pete

(Excellent )

16/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Roisin & Gavin) for host

Staying with Merry and Peter was a brilliant experience and a must for anyone looking for a host in Victoria. Lots of new skills learnt and lots of lovely animals to look after. Some are a handful (Bambi!) but will never forget the experience of playing vet to a wombat! Incredibley generous hosts who are always thankful for every little job you… read more

(Excellent )

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