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We work a croft in NW Sutherland- not far from Durness and Cape Wrath. We have just finished planting 6000 broadleaf trees and are currently building a house. We have a polytunnel, productive, and keep poultry and an assortment of interesting cats and dogs, There is a lot of upkeep on the ground, to allow the saplings to grow, We have had quite a few people from around the world to stay and they seem to have enjoyed the experience- we certainly enjoyed meeting them and learning about their travels. We try to be eco friendly and tend to do a lot of recycling. We are never short of tasks, one task seems to breed another! The country side around us is wild but famously lovely, no shortage of mountains and spectacular beaches. Also much in the way of wildlife, that makes the poultry keeping quite a challenge.
For the next year we expect quite a bit of upheaval so the accommodation and catering might not reach the previous standards- but for those looking to experience a more sustainable, independent and natural way of life we can offer basic facilities for the time being in exchange for a helping hand here and there.
Jardinage
Bricolage et projets de construction
Aide dans une ferme
Aide avec des éco-projets
S’occuper des animaux
We are well travelled and have wide interests. We have boats though recently not much time to sail them! Living here they can learn about remote living, the natural environment, climate and landscape.
Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.
Outdoor tasks, tree and fence maintenance, veg/flower growing, animal care.
Allemand: Courant
Anglais: Courant
Français: Courant
Gaelic (Scottish): Intermédiaire
Russe: Intermédiaire
Espagnol: Débutant
Italien: Débutant
Caravan, with power and wifi. Use of cabin and hot tub. Some meals provided, some self catering needed due to ongoing house build.
Good restaurant within walking distance. Excellent carry out curries from neighbouring croft. Village of Kinlochbervie, nearby, has fuel, PO, two general merchants, hotel, two gift shops, medical centre, fire station, schools, churches and large port. Public transport is limited. I can pick up from rail head at Lairg if necessary. Bikes are available here. The screen machine visits monthly with the latest films. I have been involved with local choirs and am currently engaged in an art project with a local museum. We are volunteer drivers for the community bus and I teach on supply for local schools from time to time. We keep busy and are fairly self sufficient. The animals provide much entertainment! We have internet and catch-up TV. There is much of interest to lovers of the great outdoors in the in the area.
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Deux
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week