Stay in a historic home with beautiful views in Zufikon, Switzerland

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  Description

  Welcome to a place to arrive, be, and move on.
  
  Hello dear workawayers!
  
  I'm 67 years old and in the process of sensitively restoring my parents' house from 1909. Two years older, in other words. My dream? To create a place where people can pause – to breathe, exchange ideas, find themselves, and then move on strengthened. A small oasis of well-being, in the heart of Switzerland.
  
  A place with history and vision!
  With a magnificent view of the Lucerne Alps to the south, the Black Forest to the west, and directly above the medieval town of Bremgarten, Villa is located on the hilltop of a glacial moraine that stretches along the Reuss River. Built in 1909 as a spa, the building stood alone in the countryside at the time. Today, Mutschellen is built over, but the property still stands out – as a green oasis with an impressive villa surrounded by a 3-hectare garden, idyllic park, and forest.
  
  What to expect:
  You (or a couple) will live in the fully functional annex with a private entrance, a cozy bedroom with a double bed, a private bathroom, and a living room. We share the kitchen, washing machine, and dryer. Your retreat is secure – quiet, private, and comfortable. The location is also a good base for exploring Switzerland: With good public transport connections, you can be in downtown Zurich in 30 minutes, and from there you can reach cities like Lucerne, Bern, or Basel within an hour.
  
  What I'm looking for:
  During the week, I'm happy to help for about 3 hours in the morning. The tasks are varied – depending on what needs to be done and what you bring to the table: DIY tasks around the house, small repairs, or gardening. All at a calm, respectful pace.
  
  I'm looking for people who would like to stop here for a while on their journey through life – with open eyes, a heart in the right place, and a desire to help create something meaningful. A stay of 1 week to 1 month is ideal.
  
  Who this is for:
  This offer is particularly aimed at independent, proactive, and somewhat more experienced workawayers – uncomplicated, responsible, and who enjoy a mindful community. Since I'm not always in the house, I really appreciate it if you're well-organized.
  
  Of course, I'm here if you have any questions – about the area, the culture, or just for a cup of coffee and a good chat.
  
  Languages: German, English, French
  Important: Valid liability and health insurance are required.
  
  I would be delighted if you became part of this project – and perhaps took a piece of it with you in your heart.
  
  Sincerely,
  Madeleine
  
  
  
  Willkommen in der einem Ort zum Ankommen, Sein und Weiterziehen
  
  Hallo liebe Workawayer!
  
  Ich bin 67 Jahre alt und dabei, mein Elternhaus aus dem Jahr 1909 mit viel Feingefühl . Zwei ältere Semester also. Mein Traum? Einen Ort entstehen zu lassen, an dem Menschen innehalten können – um durchzuatmen, sich auszutauschen, zu sich selbst zu finden und dann gestärkt weiterzuziehen. Eine kleine Oase des Seins, mitten in der Schweiz.
  
  Ein Ort mit Geschichte und Weitblick!
  Mit einer grandiosen Aussicht in die Luzerner Alpen gegen Süden, in den Schwarzwald gegen Westen und direkt oberhalb des mittelalterlichen Städtchens Bremgarten liegt die Villa auf der Anhöhe einer eiszeitlichen Moräne, die sich entlang der Reuss hinzieht. Erbaut im Jahr 1909 als Kurhaus, stand das Gebäude damals allein auf weiter Flur. Heute ist der Mutschellen zwar überbaut, aber das Anwesen sticht immer noch hervor – als grüne Oase mit einer imposanten Villa inmitten von 3 ha Garten, idyllischem Park und Wald.
  
  Was dich erwartet:
  Du (gerne auch zu zweit als Paar) wohnst im betriebsbereiten Anbau mit eigenem Eingang, gemütlichem Schlafzimmer mit Doppelbett, eigenem Bad und Wohnraum. Küche, Waschmaschine und Trockner nutzen wir gemeinsam. Dein Rückzugsort ist also gesichert – ruhig, privat und komfortabel. Der Ort ist auch eine gute Basis, um die Schweiz zu erkunden: Mit guter Anbindung an die öffentlichen Verkehrsmittel bist du in 30 Minuten in Zürich Downtown und von dort kannst du innert einer Stunde Städte wie Luzern, Bern oder Basel erreichen.
  
  Was ich mir wünsche:
  Unter der Woche freue ich mich über ca. 3 Stunden Mithilfe am Vormittag. Die Aufgaben sind vielseitig – je nachdem, was gerade ansteht und was du mitbringst: handwerkliche Tätigkeiten im Haus, kleine Reparaturen oder Gartenarbeit. Alles in einem ruhigen, respektvollen Tempo.
  
  Ich suche Menschen, die auf ihrer Lebensreise für eine Weile hier Station machen möchten – mit offenen Augen, einem dem Herzen am rechten Fleck und Lust, etwas Sinnvolles mitzugestalten. Eine Aufenthaltsdauer von 1 Woche bis 1 Monat ist ideal.
  
  Für wen das passt:
  Dieses Angebot richtet sich besonders an selbständige, initiative und etwas erfahrenere Workawayer – unkompliziert, verantwortungsvoll und mit Freude an einem achtsamen Miteinander. Da ich selbst nicht immer im Haus bin, schätze ich es sehr, wenn du dich gut organisieren kannst.
  
  Natürlich bin ich da, wenn du Fragen hast – zur Umgebung, zur Kultur oder einfach für eine Tasse Kaffee und ein gutes Gespräch.
  
  Sprachen: Deutsch, Englisch, Französisch
  Wichtig: Eine gültige Haftpflicht- und Krankenversicherung ist Voraussetzung.
  
  Ich freue mich, wenn du Teil dieses Projekts wirst – und vielleicht ein Stück in deinem Herzen mitnimmst.
  
  Herzlich,
  Madeleine

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance

  Help with Computers/ Internet
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  Interests

  

  Nature

  

  Farming

  

  Self development

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Gardening

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Plant care

  

  Photography

  

  Writing

  

  Animals
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  This opportunity is best suited for independent, self-reliant people who feel comfortable finding their way around, as I’m not at the house all day.
  
  I'm happy to share my knowledge about plants and wild herbs—how to harvest them and turn them into herbal extracts, ointments, tinctures, and teas.
  
  Depending on your interests, you might also help with harvesting and preserving wild herbs, berries, fruits, and vegetables from the garden.
  
  If you enjoy creative work, there’s also the chance to decorate cookies with royal icing, make chocolate bonbons, craft scented soap bars, and take part in other hands-on artisanal projects.
  
  I’ll be working alongside you on all tasks and am happy to provide guidance if you're not experienced.

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  Help

  I'm looking for self-reliant, initiative-taking and easygoing people – ideally experienced Workawayers and oldtimers such as myself are very welcome – who would like to pause for a while on their journey through life, and help bring this vision of a welcoming and peaceful place to life. Stays from one week to one month are possible.
  
  The type of help you'll be helping with includes clearing out and decluttering rooms, cleaning windows and furniture, painting walls, watering and weeding garden beds, and mowing the lawn. No heavy lifting or use of dangerous machinery is required.
  
  Another type of activity involves harvesting and preserving wild herbs, berries, fruits, and vegetables from the garden. You might also help decorate cookies with royal icing, make chocolate bonbons, craft scented soap bars, and take part in other creative, artisanal projects.
  
  I’ll be working alongside you on all tasks and am happy to provide guidance if you're not experienced.
  
  I’m not around all day, but always happy to offer local tips and insights – and always have time for a coffee and a good conversation if the moment arises.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  German: Fluent
  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  I spent some time in the U.S. working as a language teacher, teaching Swiss German.
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  Accommodation

  You (one person or a couple) will have your own space in a fully equipped annex with private entrance, bedroom with double bed, bathroom, and a generous living area. Kitchen, washing machine, and dryer are shared and are located in the main house.
  I don’t reside at the house but come in daily to work during the mornings. I can prepare lunch five days a week and will provide ingredients for breakfast and dinner. That’s why I’m ideally looking for self-reliant and experienced Workawayers who are comfortable managing some things on their own.

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  What else ...

  The location is ideal for discovering Switzerland!
  Downtown Zurich is just 30 minutes away by public transport, and from there, you can reach Bern, Basel, and Lucerne within an hour by train. The nearby medieval towns of Bremgarten, Baden, and Aarau are also well worth a visit. Switzerland's public transportation system is extremely well-developed and reliable, making it easy to explore.
  
  House rules:
  – Walk the talk!
  – If you seek trust, be trustworthy.
  – Communicate openly.
  – No parties at the house.
  – No smoking indoors.
  – Absolutely no drugs.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Internet access is available via mobile hotspot from your phone. A nearby 5G antenna ensures a strong and reliable signal.

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  Can possibly accept pets

  Pets are welcome! I imagine most people travel with dogs, but any other furry companion is just as loved and appreciated.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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