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Description
We are a family of 5 - Andy, Lucy, Maya (13), Robin (5) & Pip (4). We have 2 dogs, Rudy & Buachaill, ponies (Charlie, Reggie & Daisy) and a very handsome Donkey (Flash William) all living together in a small homestead in Annamoe, Co Wicklow.
Our home and garden are very much in the developing stages and this spring are looking for help from strong, capable, practically minded folk to prepare the vegetable garden as well help with the construction of a tree house and simple outbuildings.
We hope for enthusiastic people who are willing to get involved - some of the help will be physical so applicants need to be prepared for some hard grafting!!
We feel that the position is best suited to a couple or a couple of friends as we are often out all day leaving our workaways to get on with tasks.
Annamoe is 10 mins from the stunning historical valley of Glendalough - possibly Ireland's most iconic visitors destination - and from here there are endless hiking trails into the hills.
Local towns, Laragh & Roundwood have great pubs many with live music at weekends.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Wicklow is a popular tourist destination with stunning mountains, lakes and forestry. Local villages, Roundwood and Laragh have friendly communities ready to welcome new faces. This is a unique opportunity to take time out in a magic, secluded spot while in a prime location.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We would like help with the construction of a field shelter as well as the ongoing simple tasks such as weeding the garden and the vegetable garden, clearing leaves etc. Jobs will be outdoors and physical.
Languages spoken
French: Beginner
Accommodation
We have turned a caravan into a cosy living space giving our workaways privacy and peace away from our busy family. It has a full size futon bed, carpet, electricity and heating - and a spectacular view!
Breakfast and lunch, you look after yourself - we always have lots of cereal, eggs, meats, cheeses, fruits and bread in the house. We all help with cooking dinner and clearing up.
What else ...
We have bicycles that are yours exclusively for the time you are with us. They are great for getting out and about locally - Laragh is a 10 min cycle and Roundwood 15mins.
There is a daily bus into the centre of Dublin as well as a local bus to Wicklow Town.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have good wifi connection - perfect for digital nomads.
Space for parking camper vans
We have space for and are happy for work aways to bring their own camper van.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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