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Hi! I’m Marilu 😊 I live in North Vancouver (Lynn Valley), in a beautiful area surrounded by nature, with easy access to the city.
I work in health technology, supporting family doctors with digital tools and new technologies, including AI medical support tools. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time on home and garden projects.
I’ve hosted many people, so I’m very comfortable sharing my home and creating a welcoming, respectful environment. Have great wifi and your room has a small workspace.
I enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds, we're originally from Argentina but have been here for over a decade.
I love living in Lynn Valley it’s a green, lovely area with easy access to hiking trails, mountains, and nature, yet close to downtown Vancouver. It’s a great fit if you enjoy being outdoors, going for walks, or exploring the North Shore.
Everything you need is close by, Lynn Valley Centre is a 12-min walk away. You can find (groceries, cafés, etc., There's great convenient public transportation to take you downtown in 35 minutes.
At home, it’s a calm and friendly environment. It’s an non-smoking non-vaping all-female home, and we value a respectful, clean, and relaxed atmosphere where everyone feels comfortable.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Languages
Yoga / Wellness
Mountain
Hiking
Animals
Music
Cooking & food
Gardening
Plant care
Farming
Vegetarian or vegan
Technology
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Cultural Exchange
I enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds and sharing everyday life at home. I’m happy to chat, share meals when we can, and exchange experiences and perspectives.
If you’re interested, I can also share what I’ve learned about gardening and setting up spaces. At the same time, I always enjoy learning from others and hearing about different cultures and ways of doing things.
Living here also gives you the chance to experience life on the North Shore, with easy access to nature, hiking, and the city.
I have limited availability specially during Spring and Summer and usually host for shorter stays, so it’s best to check dates with me before applying.
Projects involving children
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Help
Help Needed
Right now I’m focusing on clearing part of the backyard and improving the garden areas.
The main help I need is with:
Cutting and clearing weeds/light roots
Gathering and organizing debris
General yard cleanup
Helping with simple outdoor setups like a trellis
Light leveling of the ground in some areas (for example filling small holes and evening things out)
It’s mostly physical stuff, but pretty straightforward. No experience needed—I’ll be with you and explain what needs to be done.
We’ll usually start tasks together so it’s clear, and then you can continue on your own.
The goal is just to get the space clean and usable, and then build from there.
There’s some lifting involved (like moving soil bags or debris), nothing extreme but good to be comfortable lifting around 15 kg. We’ll also use tools like a lawn mower, weed wacker, and basic garden tools like scissors or clippers. I have bins and wheelbarrows, so it’s pretty manageable.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
Accommodation
You’ll have a private bedroom in a clean and comfortable home. The house is shared with us and a few guests (all-female household), with shared access to the kitchen, bathroom, and common areas.
The room is on the main floor (top floor) and I live in the basement so you'll have access to the entire home. It has a calm, quiet atmosphere. It’s a good fit for someone who enjoys a respectful and relaxed living environment.
We’re located within walking distance to Lynn Valley Centre (groceries, cafés, etc.) and close to public transit, with easy access to downtown Vancouver.
I usually cook dinner for my family (I'm a vegetarian, but my daughters aren't) and leftovers or a salad/sandwhiches can be prepared for lunch. Breakfast is available but self prepared, and there's cereal or eggs etc, coffee/tea, fruits. Our weekend lunch is also shared but due to my work daily lunch will be at each persons preference.
I will prefer to have flexibility in terms of the days off, as it would be great to do it together during the weekends.
Other
Bed linens and basic essentials are provided.
Great Wi-Fi is available.
Laundry is available (typically once per week).
Also note, We keep a non-smoking non-vaping home (including cannabis).
What else ...
Other details:
Single occupancy private bedroom with a key
Non-smoking home (no smoking or cannabis anywhere on the property)
All-female household
Quiet, respectful environment
Short stays preferred (3–5 days to start)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Benny (10 years)
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