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Help us in our historic home while exploring ceramics and traditional art in Yingge, New Taipei, Taiwan

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  • Description

    Description

    My name is Rebecca, I am a Taiwanese-New Zealander back in Taiwan, renovating my old house at Yingge, New Taipei with my son and our dog. It is a beautiful artistic villa that has seen better days, and it is my dream to restore it to its former glory.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    On your days off, you can sightsee many fantastic attractions around Taipei and northern Taiwan, and visit my beautiful town, Yingge, famous for ceramics and traditional Chinese/Taiwanese art. We are 45 minutes away from Taipei City by train.

  • Help

    Help

    We are seeking help with gardening, trimming trees, painting, waterproofing, DIY projects, kitchen task, and tidying. Volunteers with relevant experiences and handy skills are preferred. The work can sometimes be challenging, but if you're not afraid to get your hands dirty, it is rewarding and you can learn a lot of new skills!

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have your own room and bathroom.
    Healthy home-cooked meals are provided on the days we work. You can try more of Taiwan's amazing cuisine on your days off!
    No smokers, sorry.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You can catch the 706 bus from Taoyuan Airport to Taoyuan Train Station, then take a train to Fengming Train Station. I can pick you up from there.

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    A little more information

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      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Koru (5 years)

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