Experience a unique stay in nature with our family in Wallace, NS, Canada

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  Description

  We’re a small family living on a peaceful hobby farm in Kerrs Mill, Nova Scotia, nestled along the beautiful Wallace River and surrounded by forest and fields. Our property includes three geodesic domes that we rent to guests looking to experience a unique farm stay in nature — complete with private hot tubs, quiet trails, and plenty of animal encounters.
  
  Our family includes 2 adults and 1 child, who is a true little cowgirl and loves to show guests around the animal paths. We share our days with a joyful group of animals: Highland cows, ponies, pigs, goats, rabbits, chickens, and two friendly farm dogs.
  
  Our days are a mix of light farm work, caring for animals, maintaining our trails and gardens, and preparing our domes for guests. While we're not a commercial farm, we love sharing our rural lifestyle and the peaceful rhythm of our land. We value kindness, curiosity, and meaningful exchange, and we look forward to welcoming open-minded volunteers into our daily life.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Ferme

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Jardinage

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Animaux

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Plage

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Randonnée
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  At the ranch, we offer more than just a place to stay — we invite volunteers into the rhythm of our family life and the quiet beauty of rural Nova Scotia. Whether it's your first time on a farm or you're already comfortable around animals, we love sharing what we know and learning from others in return.

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  L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

  Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

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  Aide

  Our farm days are varied, depending on the season and the weather, but they always start with a check-in on the animals and a good cup of coffee on the porch. We're not a commercial operation, so the work here is meaningful but low-pressure — more about connection than production.
  
  Typical activities include:
  
  -Feeding and caring for our animals (ponies, pigs, chickens, goats, rabbits, Highland cows)
  -Cleaning and maintaining pens and shelters
  -Helping with seasonal garden projects (planting, weeding, harvesting)
  -Maintaining walking trails and fences
  -Assisting with preparing and cleaning the guest domes between stays
  -Helping with creative ranch projects like signage, decor, or DIY tasks
  
  We’re happy to teach:
  -The basics of animal care and behavior
  -How to move gently and confidently around livestock
  -Light gardening skills
  -What it takes to run a small, guest-focused farm business
  -A bit about Canadian nature, slow living, and even some local cooking if you’re interested!
  
  An average day might look like:
  -Morning: feed and water animals, collect eggs, sweep paths
  -Midday: help with dome turnover and laundry
  -Afternoon: relax, explore the property, or join us for a creative or seasonal task
  
  🌿 What We're Looking For
  We’re a small, family-run ranch and need someone who’s comfortable working both independently and alongside us. The ideal helper is:
  - Responsible and self-motivated — can follow through on tasks without constant supervision
  - Has a strong eye for detail and cleanliness — especially when preparing our guest domes
  - Loves animals and is comfortable being around ponies, pigs, chickens, goats, and more
  -Able to work independently after initial instructions
  -Tidy, respectful, and organized — we share our space, and kindness goes a long way
  - Flexible with tasks — some days it’s feeding animals, others it might be stripping beds, raking paths, or watering flowers
  
  Evenings are quiet — we often enjoy simple meals together, and there’s time to read, soak in the hot tub, or sit by the fire.
  
  We pay minimum wage is $15.70/hour

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  Langues parlées

  Allemand: Courant
  Anglais: Courant
  Français: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  You will stay in our cozy one-bedroom camper trailer, located on the property near the main house. The trailer is fully equipped with:
  
  A double bed
  
  A private bathroom
  
  A small kitchen area with basic appliances
  
  Heating, electricity, and running water
  
  It’s a comfortable and private space with everything you need to relax after a day on the ranch.
  
  There’s always coffee on in the morning, and we encourage you to make yourself at home.

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  Autres infos...

  On your free time you can explore the beaches, nearby towns, riding, hiking. City trips to Halifax or Moncton. Check out the bay of fundy etc.

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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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