Experience peaceful rural life in Alness, Highlands of Scotland

Infos

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  Description

  Hello! We're a busy friendly family living on a small farm in Ardross, in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland. Our home is surrounded by rolling hills, fields, and big skies – it's peaceful, full of fresh air, and just a short drive to the coast. We overlook a loch which is walking distance for swimming and paddle boarding. We’re also not far from the famous NC500 route and a great base for exploring everything the Highlands have to offer, including wild beaches, historic castles, hill walks, and loch side picnics.
  
  We're a family of four – myself, Katie, my husband Ruaridh, and our two young sons 5 and 2. We also share the farm with our dog (Labrador), horses, and a small flock of Hebridean sheep. We run a few different things, including the farm and two family businesses, so there’s always plenty going on.
  
  We love where we live – it’s rural and peaceful.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Pratique d’une langue

  Baby-sitting et jeux créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Culture

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Ferme

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Musique

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Livres

  

  Art et design

  

  Photographie

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Animaux

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Danse

  

  Camping

  

  Fitness

  

  Nature

  

  Sports d'équipe

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Sports d’hiver

  

  Montagne

  

  Plage

  

  Sports nautiques

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  You’ll get the chance to meet our extended family and friends, and we’re happy to help you explore the area, whether it’s discovering a quiet loch, a windswept beach, or one of the Highlands’ charming small towns.
  
  We can share a wide range of skills with you, including:
  
  Cooking seasonal meals with fresh ingredients
  
  Gardening
  
  Introduction to sheep and horse care
  
  Life as a working family with young children and multiple enterprises!
  
  In return, we’re excited to learn about you—your culture, your stories, your food, your perspective on the world. Hosting Workawayers gives our family and children a unique chance to connect with people from all over the globe, and we value the fresh energy, ideas, and conversations that come with it.

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  Aide « au pair »

  This host has let us know they’ll be complying with UK regulations for au pair stays.

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  Aide

  What We’re Looking for in an Au Pair:
  
  Childcare Support:
  Help with the children during school holidays
  School and nursery drop-offs and pick-ups - must have driving license
  Outdoor play and activities – the kids love being outside, playing sports, going on walks, or helping in the garden
  
  Meal Preparation:
  Cooking family meals, ideally from scratch using fresh, healthy ingredients
  We value nutritious, wholesome food and would love someone who enjoys cooking and sharing meals together
  
  Household Help:
  Supporting with daily tasks like laundry, tidying, and light cleaning
  Helping to keep family life running smoothly and calmly
  
  What We Can Offer You:
  A warm welcome into our family and daily life in the beautiful Scottish Highlands
  Time off to explore the area – surrounded by incredible natural landscapes, beaches, and peaceful countryside
  Comfortable accommodation and shared meals with the family
  The opportunity to learn about life in the Scottish Highlands
  
  Mentorship and insight from two people juggling family life while running their own businesses
  
  A supportive environment where your help is truly appreciated
  
  We’re looking for someone who’s caring, independent, and enjoys being part of a busy, active home. If you love the outdoors, are good with kids, and are up for learning new things – you’ll fit right in!

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Français: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  We offer a beautiful, detached cabin in our garden for you to stay in during your time with us. It’s a cosy, self-contained space with a king-size bed, a small kitchenette, a private shower room and toilet, and a TV for relaxing in the evenings.
  
  The cabin looks out over stunning Highland views—rolling hills, open skies, and peaceful countryside. It gives you your own space to unwind and enjoy the tranquillity of where we live, while still being just a short walk from the main house and part of our family’s daily rhythm.
  
  It’s the perfect balance of comfort, privacy, and connection—ideal if you love nature, value a bit of peace and quiet, and enjoy waking up to fresh air and beautiful scenery.

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  Autres infos...

  We live in a rural setting about 10minutes drive from Alness our local town which has supermarkets, farm shop and takeaways.
  
  There are local clubs you can join to meet people in the community in a rural environment you get out what you put in. A social life isn't on the doorstep it takes a bit of effort to meet people and join local clubs. When you do it is an incredibly friendly place with a lot of opportunities.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il aimait accueillir les digital nomads.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Plus de 2

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