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Min stay requested: 1 month or more
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Description
We are a warm, traditional Irish family living in the countryside of Ireland, in Kilmeedy, near Newcastle West. We love welcoming people from all over the world, sharing our culture, and making lifelong friends!
Our home is a lively countryside farm and kennel, surrounded by a wide variety of animals. On our farm, every single day is unique—no two days are ever the same! You’ll enjoy the true rustic experience with fresh milk every morning straight from our cows and fresh eggs daily from our hens.
Over the years, we’ve been blessed with an amazing mix of helpers. We stay in touch with almost all of them, and many have become close family friends—it’s very common for someone to come for a 2-month stay and end up staying for 6! 😉
What we are currently looking for: We are looking for one or two people (singles or a couple), aged 25+ (who are insured/eligible to drive our car), seeking a genuine cultural exchange. 👍 A minimum stay of one month is desirable.
*Please note that we are not a business, nor are we looking for commercial help. If you want to experience the very best of authentic Irish rural culture with a friendly, welcoming family, please get in touch with us! -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House & pet sitting
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UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As a Workawayer, you will truly be treated as part of our family! Staying with us offers a genuine immersion into authentic Irish rural life and culture.
Since no two days are the same on our farm and kennel, you will have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of practical, hands-on skills—from daily animal care to farm maintenance. Our home is always lively with local visitors coming and going, making it a fantastic environment to practice your English naturally through daily conversation, build lasting friendships, and experience warm Irish hospitality firsthand. -
Help
As mentioned before, no two days here are ever the same! Depending on what needs to be done, help may include:
- Animal care: feeding, cleaning, and general care for all our animals.
- Housekeeping: helping to keep the house clean and organized.
- Gardening: garden and farm care, such as mowing the grass, watering flowers, and general upkeep.
- General maintenance: light maintenance and small repairs around the house and farm.
Hours & Days Off: We require 5 hours of help per day, 5 days a week (with 2 days off, which can be decided upon arrival). -
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
You will have your own caravan, featuring an equipped kitchen, a bedroom with a double bed, a TV, Wi-Fi, and a great view. Laundry facilities will be available, and you will receive a food allowance to purchase your own supplies.
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What else ...
During your time off, there is plenty to explore both locally and across Ireland!
In the Village & Nearby: We are located in a peaceful village with a friendly local pub, a cozy café, and a very warm, welcoming community. It’s a lovely area for peaceful countryside walks and enjoying the scenery.
Exploring the Region & Local Towns: The nearest town is Newcastle West, which is about 15 minutes away and easily accessible by local bus. There you will find supermarkets, shops, restaurants, historical sites like Desmond Castle, and access to the Limerick Greenway walking route.
Transport & Getting Around: Newcastle West is the main transport hub in the area. From there, you can easily catch direct buses to explore major cities and iconic destinations across Ireland, including Limerick, Dublin, Cork, Galway, and County Clare.
Whether you prefer a quiet day relaxing in the countryside or taking a bus trip to explore iconic Irish landmarks on your days off, you'll have great options! -
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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Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
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Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Nalla
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Thanks for all your patience and hard work while with us. He learned so many things as it was his first time in the farm.Jadiel was very quick to pick up on how to do things.very good company.All the Best Maggie
Welcome anytime in the future
Maggie is a lovely woman, it's nice to work with her and she cares very much for her dogs and respects them.
Thanks a lot Maggie for all your love and support.
Thank you Barry for your enthusiasm and for the fun I had with the kids during the camp.
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Kind to the puppies and adult dogs,gave them the best of care and loved socialising theml.Expert Costa Rican cooks always preparing amazing cuisine. What a treat always.
They were very polite and friendly and helpful.
They always gave extra to me for little jobs and it was never an inconvenience. Much … read more
Magui is a lovely person, she was pending to everything we need and always gave us a lot of confidence and support.
Very grateful with our work and pending that we know the most beautiful places in Ireland.
We were also lucky to share with Barry, one of Maguie's children, who supported us in work projects … read more
