Help us with kids and some light tasks in a peaceful countryside home in Munster, Ireland

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FULLY booked for month April 2022

Looking for someone September onwards to help with child care, help around the house.

We are looking for a Bubbly, energetic, mature person who will interact with our Kids and be Part of our family life and routine. If your a person who is very shy and quiet and wants to be Alone in your bedroom all the time, your Not the right person for us.

We are a family of 5, three kids ,a school going boy Micheál 8 yrs old and a girl Amy 6 yrs old and Baby Paddy born Novemeber 2021.

Very lovable, outgoing and easy going children. Love the outdoors. Live on a Farm in a quiet peaceful countryside. My husband (40)is a Sheep Farmer, Sheep Shearer and Fencing Contractor. Wife (34)a part time Nurse in local town.
We live in a two story, 4 bedroom house, which is located in a scenic, quiet, peaceful area and is a 25 minute drive to Kenmare tourist town which is very busy in the summer. Also located on the Wild Atlantic Way. We go into town 4/5 days a week.
Bus transport departs Kenmare town 3-4 times daily in the summer to Killarney town and cork city. There is a Train station in Killarney town also. Plenty to see and do, walks, swimming, cycling, fishing, mountain climbing, horse riding etc . Swimming pools / gym in kenmare town.
Kids have a large outdoor play area attached to house ( off kitchen door) and can freely go out and in and is safe.
Every chance we get, the kids love going for long walks near our home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will learn and see loads and get to see the farming and family culture. When we go on family outings, you are very welcome to join us.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for a Workawayer with Good speaking English, to help mind our kids in our home and help around the house.
I know my shift a month in advance, so u will know ur times and days in advance and can then plan for your days off.
There are a lot of au pairs in kenmare, Killarney and cork, in which you could meet up with on your days off.

Possibly help out 4 days a week to mind the kids and help around the house. I.e. vacuum, mop, laundry and clean up after kids. You Might have to mind the odd Saturday also.

Micheál and Amy goes to school Monday- Friday 9am-3pm.

You will have your own double Bedroom en-suite ( with shower also) downstairs. Family sleeps upstairs.

We have 4 dogs for 3 pups, 1 cat and plenty sheep & lambs, cows on our farm. You will get the opportunity to see my husband shearing the Sheep also and possibly bailing silage/hay and getting to know our culture and way of life.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Your own double bedroom ensuite downstairs with shower also. Family sleeps upstairs. Your own Tv with Netflix and DVD players, with a selection of dvds to choose from and English reading books& materials. We have 2 Televisions , Wifi, Netflix , Disney plus, Sky TV. Wity regards to meal times, the day you might mind the kids for the evening, you might make dinner for 5 pm. Other days Mom will make it. We can share culinary ideas etc also. Fridge will be stocked at all times with food and help yourself whenever. Any dietary requirement you can let me know. I've also made up a folder with brouchers and information on all the tourist attractions near by. You can use my library card also if you would like to borrow books to read.
What else ...
Plenty to see and do on your days off. Our Lambing season at home is April & May and Sheep shearing season June-August. So you\'ll get to see a lot also. A famous waterfall called Gleninchaquin waterfall within a few mins drive from our house. Also a lake for swimming or fishing can be used and is also few mins from house and can be seen from house. Fishing rod supplied if needed.
Bicycle provided if needed also.
The local town called Kenmare 25 min drive from house and we nearly always commute daily in and out. Buses leave the town and go to other various towns , e.g. cork City, Killarney, Tralee . You can enjoy loads of boat trips locally, kenmare Arts & Theater center, horse and pony trekking, swimming, fishing, hill walking, golfing, bus tours,rock climbing, shopping , local food markets,etc, not forgetting the \'Ring of Kerry\' tour.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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14/05/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Ivy)

Ivy stayed with us for 4weeks and we were all so sad to see her leave. She was a very positive, Bubbly and mature girl. Always having a smile on her face and eager to work and learn new skills and a very fast learner. Between learning how to drive a quad bike, dosing sheep, painting gates, or planting vegetables and flowers, nothing was a… read more

(Excellent )

11/05/2022

Left by Workawayer (Ivy) for host

I have just left after the most wonderful 4 weeks with Deidre, PJ, Micheál, Amy and Baby Paddy.
They welcomed me into their lovely family and I felt happy and comfortable from the start.
I really appreciated how much they make you feel like a part of their family either by going over for Sunday lunches at Joan's, joining them to watch a film in… read more

(Excellent )

07/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Dolores) for host

Thank you very much for this time spent with the four of you!
I felt welcome at your home from the first minutes. With a warm house, smiles and a typical Irish dinner.
Amy and Micháel are two intelligent and curious children! Always open to new activities. My duties were a pleasure.
Deidre and Pj did everything because I feel at home. I was… read more

(Excellent )

04/02/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Dolores)

Dolorus stayed with us for 6 weeks and she learnt very fast about our family routine . The kids got on great with her from day 1. She entertained them with arts and crafts, colouring, painting, nature walks, baking, cooking, games etc.
She is a fun, bubbly,kind and energetic person.
She always knew what jobs had to be done, she vacuumed, mopped… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Becky) for host

This was my first time doing a Work Away, and it was everything I had hoped for and more!! I was so happy to find myself living in a dream Irish setting: surrounded by lush hills, a waterfall, hiking trails and (of course) sheep!

Deirdre was so great at contacting me and keeping in touch even months before we met in person. It made me feel like… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Becky)

Becky stayed with us for 4 weeks and she is such a bubbly, friendly and easy going lady. It was like we knew her for months, she fitted into our family life so easily.
She was so good minding our 2 kids, entertaining them with arts and crafts, games, nature walks, and songs and dance.
She always had our laundry washed, Dried and folded for us,… read more

(Excellent )

16/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Cecilia) for host

I've been with Deirdre and Pj for three weeks and it was my first time with workaway, I couldn't ask anything better.
They are a really nice and young couple and from the beginning, I felt comfortable and welcomed in their house and family.
Amy and Micheal are two energetic, lovely and creative children and I really enjoyed playing, drawing,… read more

(Excellent )

15/09/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Cecilia)

Cecilia spent nearly 3 weeks with our family Minding our kids, housework and feeding our sheep. We miss her very much even though she only left yesterday. She is a fun bubbly mature lady and fitted into our family life very fast and easily. She always had a smile on her. Her English was very Good.

She always knew what jobs had to be done, e.g.,… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2019

Left by Workawayer (Tanda) for host

My trip to Ireland was cut short so I was only able to spend a week with the family. From the moment I arrived till the moment I left, I felt included in all things and got a taste of family farm life in ireland. The kids love playing games, especially Uno, and are so curious about the natural world. I enjoyed spending time with them and teaching… read more

(Excellent )

17/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host

I absolutely loved my time staying with Deirdre, PJ, and the kids. Amy and Micheál are both such great kids and love getting to go outdoors, explore, and learn more about nature. From the moment I arrived, I was made a part of the family and I always looked forward to having a cup of tea with Joan, watching Love Island with Deirdre, or playing Uno… read more

(Excellent )

13/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)

Natelie stayed with us for 5 weeks and she is lovely and bubbly. The kids miss her already and she's only gone 24hrs.
She fitted into our family life very fast and easy. She loved minding the kids, baking with them, bringing them on adventure walks, feeding the dogs and sheep, and of course playing ' Uno' and plenty of puzzles and games.
She kept… read more

(Excellent )

05/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Mary Beth) for host

I spent 4 weeks with Deirdre, PJ, and the kids and could not recommend them more! It was my first time doing workaway and they made me feel comfortable and a part of the family from the second I arrived. Amy and Michaél are just lovely kids who are easy to entertain—I loved going for walks with them to see Glen the horse, playing outside, doing… read more

(Excellent )

03/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Mary Beth)

Mary spent 4 weeks with us and it flew by. She's a very bubbly friendly easy going girl, who is fantastic with our 2 kids. She entertained them with cooking, colouring, puzzles, walks to see glen the pony, songs, feeding our pet Lamb, etc.
She helped us out so much with the laundry, cleaning and cooking especially while I was working.
We will… read more

(Excellent )

09/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Christine) for host

I was lucky enough to spent 4 weeks with the family.
Deirdre and PJ are wonderful hosts. They are easy going, funny and very welcoming to their house and family. It was easy to fit into their daily life. The Kids are lovely, smart and outgoing -minding them is more fun than work. They love being outside, playing games, baking, painting, crafts… read more

(Excellent )

07/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)

Tine spent 4 weeks with our family in May and she was a pleasure to have around.
The kids miss her loads and she's only gone a few days ago.
She fitted Into our family life and daily routine very fast and easily.
She has various skills she shared with us, ranging from painting walls inside, feeding our pet lamb, entertaining the kids with… read more

(Excellent )

03/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Lucy ) for host

This experience was absolutely amazing. I was lucky enough to stay for my 2 months in Ireland. It was good “Craic”. The kids have the most personality you’ll ever see and are so sweet.Pj and Deirdre were so great to me, I had the pleasure of meeting both of their great families. Lambing season was such a great time, it kept all of us busy (and… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy )

What can I say, the past 8 weeks absolutely flew by, while Lucy came to stay with us. She is a friendly, bubbly, easy going and kind girl, who fitted into our family life so easily and happily.
Any job we gave her, was no bother and she wasn't afraid to get her hands dirty, while running after sheep and lambs while we were lambing.

The kids miss… read more

(Excellent )

03/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host

I stayed with Deirdre, PJ, Micheál and Amy at their lovely home on the edge of Gleninchiquin Park for 2 weeks in February, and would have loved to stay longer! The entire family is so warm and welcoming and make you feel at home right away. Minding the kids was always fun and there was always something to do, whether it be playing games, painting… read more

(Excellent )

26/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)

Emily stayed with us for 2 weeks and she's only gone a few hours and the kids are asking for her and miss her already.
She is a bubbly, friendly, outgoing, easy going girl you could meet.
She fitted into our family life and routine so quickly.
She entertained and minded our kids, age 3 and 5yrs. She brought them for walks, did homework, arts and… read more

(Excellent )

02/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Emilia)

Emilia stayed with us for 3 weeks and she fitted Into our family life easily. The kids loved her until a few minutes of meeting her.
She was great to bring them for walks, bake cookies and muffins with them, play games, read books, sing songs with them.
I wish you all the best with your other hosts and travels.
All the best

(Excellent )

02/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Emilia) for host

I felt very welcome!
Not only Deirdre and PJ were kindly welcoming me, as well PJ's parents who life close by were very nice people and I enjoyed staying there for some cups of tea. The kids were very cute and easy going and it was fun minding them, especially baking was a thing we three enjoyed a lot. :)
The nature around the house is amazing!… read more

(Excellent )

07/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Retha) for host

The household welcomed me with open arms and it was easy for me to adjust to their routine. Minding the kids was fun and we had some great times playing games, doing drawings and baking! Deirdre and the family were kind to share their knowledge of the area and Irish culture with me. It was also great fun to share in the festivities of Halloween… read more

(Excellent )

06/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Retha)

Retha stayed with us for 7 weeks, minding our kids, cooking, cleaning, laundry, keeping the kids entertained through song , dance, art work, nature walks, baking ginger bread men and cookies.
We miss her dearly already. She fitted into our family life very easily. She's very friendly, happy, reliable, trustworthy person and easy to get along… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)

Kathi

We will miss you loads.
Kathi spent the last 4 months with our family and 2 kids and she was so friendly, outgoing and easy to get along with.
She fitted into our family life from the moment she came.

She can cook anything you ask her and she minded our kids, entertained them with arts and crafts, nature walks, picnics, songs, music,… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host

What can I say...I meant to stay six weeks and ended up leaving after almost four months. Deirdre and the kids are just so lovely (PJ's alright, too ;-)) and welcomed me into their family the minute I arrived. Work was easy going: minding Micheál and Amy and some light housework. The two of them are super sweet and easy to entertain: we loved… read more

(Excellent )

13/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host

I lived with the family for almost 6 weeks. It was my first experience with workaway and I was positively surprised. The family welcomed me warmly and I felt good from the beginning. I had my own bedroom and bathroom and it was very comfortable. Pj and Deirdre are very nice people. Also the two children Micheál and Amy are lovely and I already… read more

(Excellent )

13/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Tanja)

Tanja stayed with us for 6 weeks and it was an absolute pleasure to have her. She's a very friendly, kind, bubbly person, who is fantastic with kids, cleaning, laundry and cooking. She can put her hand to anything you ask her. She had her own initiative to see what needed to be done and there was No need to tell her what to do.
She fitted into… read more

(Excellent )

17/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Madeline) for host

I recently spent 3 weeks here during April and would recommend them to anyone who is keen to spend time in Ireland. From the moment I arrived they welcomed me into their family and this continued the whole time I stayed with them. Both Deirdre and PJ are every relaxed and friendly, and both their children are pleasure to look after. The work is… read more

(Excellent )

19/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Madeline)

Maddy stayed with our family for a month, minding our 2 young kids , housecleaning and helping us on the farm with our sheep and lambs.
She's a very bubbly, friendly and reliable person and is eager and willing to work, whatever the task.
She bonded very much with our kids and they miss her dearly already. She kept them entertained with singing,… read more

(Excellent )

07/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Jule) for host

My time with the family flew by. Deirdre and Pj are incredibly kind, funny and generous hosts. They really made me feel at home from the first moment on and always made sure I had everything I needed. Amy and Micheál are lovely, very nice kids who are easy to entertain, so work was not hard at all :) I also enjoyed helping out with the sheep (I… read more

(Excellent )

17/02/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jule)

Jule stayed with our family for 6 weeks and we miss her already.
She's a very mature, reliable, easy going, trustworthy and friendly girl, who has brilliant english.
She was fantastic with our 2 kids ( age 2yr and 4 yrs). She brought them for walks, cooked with them, played numerous games, painting etc with them.
She cooked ,cleaned and did… read more

(Excellent )

24/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host

I stayed with Deirdre, PJ and their 2 lovely kids for 6 weeks and it was an amazing experience. It was my first time staying with a host family and they were so hospitable, down to earth, kind and generous.
I was lucky enough to meet the extended family and they were all SO amazing. Everyone was so friendly :)
The kids were awesome, too. There… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)

Natalie stayed with us in Southern Ireland for 6 weeks, minding our 2 kids ( Ages 2 & 4 yrs), helping around the house, cooking, laundry and shopping.

She’s a very sociable happy bubbly lovable person and she adapated very fast into our family routine and life .

She is brilliant with kids. She taught them a lot in her short time with us and… read more

(Excellent )

25/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Carlotta) for host

This was my first work away experience, and wow it was amazing. I really enjoyed my time in this really quite and relaxing place. The kids are lovely and they are so funny.
Dee and Pj are lovely too and they are really available
I will miss you! :heart:

(Excellent )

24/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Carlotta)

Carlotta stayed with us in Southern Ireland for 3 weeks and helped us mind our 2 young kids. The kids loved her and she was so kind and friendly towards them. She entertained them with nature walks, colouring/ painting, songs, swimming and much more.
She also is a good cook and made her homemade Italian turmisu dessert for us.
She fitted into… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host

I really enjoyed staying at this family! They were always friendly, fair and treated me like a family member :)
The children are lovely and it was easy to become friends with them. I can definitely recommend to join them :)

(Excellent )

04/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)

Laura stayed with us in Southern Ireland this summer. She got on great with our 2 young kids. Willing and eager to work, enthusiastic, punctual, friendly and easy going. She fitted so easily into our family life and adjusted very fast.
She Has fluent English too.

(Excellent )

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