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Would you like to stay around Byron Bay but you can not afford to? this may suit you:
We live 10 mins drive from Byron, Mullumbimby and the beach. We have a cute fully furnished studio with private garden available for a single or a couple who wants to stay for a few weeks or several months.
You will need to have your own transport and do your own thing around food.
In exchange for the studio we expect help with housework and gardening while we are at home.
Housesitting and caretaking of our animals ( 2 dogs, 3 horses ) is needed here at times we go away once a month for a few days.
Please only apply if you love animals, own a car/bike and can follow instructions and a routine.
You will need to be able to handle wifi and that I smoke inc pot ( doctor prescribed! ) on the veranda of the main house which is not far from the studio.
Some horse handling ( rugging, haltering, leading, applying insect repellant ) is required when we go away, so please only apply if you have experience with handling horses.
We may have the odd meal together but generally we are looking for independent individuals who will not rely on us too much for contact due to my advancing illness.
This offer is for animal lovers only.
Best wishes Natalie
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House & pet sitting
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We were both born in Europe and have lived in Australia since 1987. Alok is a building designer/architect and I am a retired healer/therapist. Most people find us interesting to hang out with. Alok is a wise man with a great sense of humour aged 72 and I am 61y.o., so yes we are old but mostly young at heart. Personal contact with us ( hanging out together ) will depend on how we get on with eachother and how I feel on the day since I am dealing with a chronic illness.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Gardening, cleaning, cooking ( vegetarian or vegan ) caring for our two dogs and three horses when we go away.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
You would stay in a generous sized studio with your own bathroom, mini kitchen, verandas and private garden with vegie patch. The bed is a double and comfy for two people.
What else ...
This area has a lot to offer, Byron Bay is down the road, as is the beach, the markets, various walks and there is an endless list of activities on offer, especially for people with an interest in meditation, yoga, dance, alternative therapies, healthy living, creativity. There is no public transport here, so you will need your own car.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
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I really can't decide what I loved the most about Natalie, Alok, their furry kids and the entire place;
They are beautiful people with the right perspectives on life, I learned a lot from them and truly enjoyed every minute I spent with all of them (which was non-obligatory - if you just wanna retreat to your cozy studio apartment and have… read more
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I really can't decide what I loved the most about Natalie, Alok, their furry kids and the entire place;
They are beautiful people with the right perspectives on life, I learned a lot from them and truly enjoyed every minute I spent with all of them (which was non-obligatory - if you just wanna retreat to your cozy studio apartment and have… read more
