Join our family in Annamoe, Co Wicklow, Ireland

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  Description

  We are a family of 5 - Andy, Lucy, Maya (14), Robin (7) & Pip (6). We have 2 dogs, Peanut & Buachaill, ponies (Charlie, Reggie & Cookie) and a very handsome Donkey (Flash William) all living together in a small homestead in Annamoe, Co Wicklow.
  
  We really enjoy welcoming Workaways to our home. Workaways that we have had so far have been from a wide variety of countries across the world which has been a wonderful learning experience for our girls. We feel privileged to be in a position to give travellers a place to base themselves while experiencing life amongst an Irish family.
  
  Our home and garden is a magic place to spend time. We have a hammock set up for lazy afternoon reading and bicycles for more energetic adventuring. We also have lots of yoga mats.
  
  We are very much in the developing stages and this spring we are looking for help from strong, capable, practically minded folk to prepare the vegetable garden as well help with simple garden 'Summer preparation' like weeding, picking stones etc.
  
  ONGOING PROJECTS
  We are slowly developing raised vegetable beds with a focus on herbs, microgreens & leaf greens
  Establishing fruit orchards
  Maintaining flower beds, just for colour and joy
  Constructing a tree house
  
  FUTURE PLANS include:
  A natural lake & possibly reed bed system
  Planting hedges & coppice woods
  
  TYPICAL DAY:
  Usually the previous evening we have chatted about the needs of the day, discussed options and solutions & delegated tasks.
  Our operation is on a small and manual scale, so no requirement to operate machinery.
  
  Expected Hours are in line with standard Workaway practice. We understand that workawayers are travelling and want to experience as much of the Irish countryside and culture as possible and with this in mind, we are flexible with time.
  
  LOCATION & AMENITIES:
  We are lucky to be situated so conveniently between the mountains and the sea.
  Annamoe is 10 mins from the stunning historical valley of Glendalough - possibly Ireland's most iconic visitors destination - and from here there are endless hiking trails into the hills.
  Personal time activities might include hiking/cycling/horse riding in the mountains to Glendalough or over the Wicklow or Sally Gap.
  Local towns, Laragh & Roundwood have great pubs many with live music at weekends.
  Or visit the many galleries, museums, theatres, cafes, restaurants, bars & music venues in the city.
  Use public transport for day trips along Ireland's Ancient East, the Hidden Heartlands or weekends along the Wild Atlantic Way.
  
  We hope for enthusiastic people who are willing to get involved - pretty much all of the help will be outdoors so applicants need to be prepared for all weathers - don't forget to pack a rain jacket!
  
  We feel that the position is best suited to a couple or a couple of friends. We look forward to meeting travellers from around the globe and involving them in our family.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Aide dans une ferme

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  Workaways staying with us will be treated as part of the family. We all eat together in the evening giving us the chance to get to know each of the Workaways that comes to stay with us. We also respect personal space which is why we have the caravan accommodation.
  
  Annamoe is 10 mins from the stunning historical valley of Glendalough - possibly Ireland's most iconic visitors destination - and from here there are endless hiking trails into the hills.
  Personal time activities might include hiking/cycling/horse riding in the mountains to Glendalough or over the Wicklow or Sally Gap.
  
  Local towns, Laragh & Roundwood have great pubs many with live music at weekends. Or visit the many galleries, museums, theatres, cafes, restaurants, bars & music venues in the city. Use public transport for day trips along Ireland's Ancient East, the Hidden Heartlands or weekends along the Wild Atlantic Way.
  
  Wicklow is a popular tourist destination with stunning mountains, lakes and forestry. Local villages, Roundwood and Laragh have friendly communities ready to welcome new faces. This is a unique opportunity to take time out in a magic, secluded spot while staying in a prime location.

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  We would like help with the preparation of vegetable beds as well as the ongoing simple tasks such as weeding the garden and the vegetable garden, picking stones etc.
  
  ONGOING PROJECTS
  We are slowly developing. vegetable beds with a focus on herbs, microgreens & leaf greens.
  Establishing an orchard.
  Maintaining flower beds, just for colour and joy!
  
  Depending on the time of year tasks might include:
  Preparing & maintaining flower and vegetable plots
  Sowing seeds or planting out seedlings
  Weeding & watering
  
  
  Expected Hours are in line with standard Workaway practice.

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  Langues parlées

  Anglais: Courant
  Français: Débutant

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  Hébergement

  We have turned a caravan into a cosy living space giving our workaways privacy and peace away from our busy family. It has a full size futon bed, carpet, electricity and heating - and a spectacular view!
  Breakfast and lunch, you look after yourself - we always have lots of cereal, eggs, meats, cheeses, fruits and bread in the house. We all help with cooking dinner and clearing up.

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  Autres infos...

  We have bicycles that are yours exclusively for the time you are with us. They are great for getting out and about locally - Laragh is a 10 min cycle and Roundwood 15mins.
  
  There is a daily bus into the centre of Dublin as well as a local bus to Wicklow Town.

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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

  We have good wifi connection - perfect for digital nomads.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  We have space for and are happy for work aways to bring their own camper van.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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