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Bill works as a General Manager in Research and Elspeth works as a PA.
There are two dogs, a cat and some tropical fish. So someone who likes animals is a must.
The main home is a beautiful, private, period residence overlooking the sea in Cork Harbour, with extensive garden and this garden requires lots of attention. Also DIY and painting may be required.
Cobh is a very attractive, historic town. It was the last port of call of the Titanic and receives up to 70 plus cruise ships each summer.
There are lovely restaurants and bars in Cobh.
Cobh is well equipped with sports clubs i.e. tennis, golf, gym. It has a rail and bus link to Cork city which is 22km away.
Many tourist attractions in neighbouring towns i.e. Blarney Castle, Midleton Jameson Distillery, Kinsale Gourmet Food.
We are both vegetarians! So would prefer if you were too, but is it not essential.
Two bedrooms (a-joining) are available.
Non smoker preferred.
Tipos de ayuda y oportunidades de aprendizaje
Ayuda en proyectos ecológicos
Jardinería
Construcción y bricolaje
Cuidado de animales
Mantenimiento general
Ayuda informática
Intercambio cultural y oportunidades de aprendizaje
You will have the opportunity to learn new languages i.e. English, Irish and German.
See wonderful historic sights in the locality i.e. Titanic museum, Spike Island, Blarney Castle, Cork English Market.
Experience local culture i.e. traditional Irish music and local theatre.
Sporting events i.e. Irish Hurling and Gaelic football, etc.
Ayuda
The project is to maintain the mature gardens over the summer.
General up keep of grounds, cutting back of shrubs and very tall hedges, clearing ground, weeding, etc.
Ability to use petrol driven hedge cutters and lawn trimmers are a must.
Also some outdoor and indoor painting projects
The gardens are extensive and there are a lot of heavy work projects, cutting back bushes and general upkeep of plants and grass. There is also an area to clear in the orchard and a project to make a workable compost heap (if you are up for it).
Someone who likes gardening is a real requirement. Also you must be used to working when the weather is wet - it rains a lot in Ireland.
Some small tasks in the main house like painting and perhaps you can show us your cooking skills too (remember we don't eat meat).
Idiomas
Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Alemán: Intermedio
Irish: IntermedioEste anfitrión ofrece intercambio de idiomas
German - Bill, intermediate, would like to brush up his skills.
Alojamiento
Two small a-joining bedrooms are available.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided, but it is up to yourself to make it yourself.
You will be working on your own during the day.
Evening meals will most likely be with one of us, except for Monday and Wednesday nights.
Please note Monday and Wednesday evenings you will have to cook for yourselves, although food will be provided.
Weekends will be free to do as you wish.
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Good local bus and train service in to Cork city and beyond.
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Acceso a Internet
Acceso a Internet limitado
Tenemos animales
Somos fumadores
Puede alojar familias
Espacio para aparcar autocaravanas
Small camper van could be facilitated.
¿Cuántos voluntarios puedes hospedar?
Dos
Horas esperadas
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Comentarios (1)
Raphi is so very hard working.
Very polite, clean and tidy too.
He is an early riser and always ready to begin the days tasks.
He can turn his hand to anything; gardening, painting, carpentry, DIY - a real all rounder.
He shows interest in the area he is living. Likes to exercise by running. Likes to… read more
The work was a mix of simple gardening and maintenance at Bill's house.
They are both so accommodating and open people. I was offered a lift at any time and all requests were made possible.
When I had difficulties with the language, they always helped me and gave me helpful… read more
Comentarios
Raphi is so very hard working.
Very polite, clean and tidy too.
He is an early riser and always ready to begin the days tasks.
He can turn his hand to anything; gardening, painting, carpentry, DIY - a real all rounder.
He shows interest in the area he is living. Likes to exercise by running. Likes to… read more
The work was a mix of simple gardening and maintenance at Bill's house.
They are both so accommodating and open people. I was offered a lift at any time and all requests were made possible.
When I had difficulties with the language, they always helped me and gave me helpful… read more
