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Stay at organic estate in beautiful Värmland.
This place originated from 1859 with a rich history which charmed us from the beginning we set foot here in 2005. We aim to be self-sufficient and sustainability is our goal. We work according bio-dynamic principles and our farm is organic registered.
We have substantial gardens and vegetables which are grown organically and we are registered as Krav in Sweden.
There are several buildings at the estate and we would welcome new ideas to inspire us. So do not hesitate to share your thoughts whilst joining us on this organic farm with sheep, hens and wonderful options to enjoy natural beauty with her extensive forests and nearby lakes for beautiful hiking or canoeing at your doorstep. You can easily extend your visiting in free time by train Oslo or to Stockholm. Nearest town is KARLSTAD and village Arvika.
Our season runs from April to end October. In the organic vegetable garden as well as looking after the sheep and hens on the farm, and all that comes with it. This place is suitable for couples travelling.
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Objetivos de sustentabilidade da ONU que este anfitrião quer atingir
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
You will stay at an original Swedish Herrgård dated from 1859 which has delivered materials f.ex. to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, has had royal guests staying overnight on their to Norway and is part of a hamlet where there is a strong sense of historical connection.
Projetos que envolvem crianças
Este projeto pode envolver crianças. Para mais informações, veja aqui nossas diretrizes e dicas.
Ajuda
Together with the head gardener you will learn to maintain organic gardening. we have a rose garden, English flowersbed , extensive vegetable garden, and small forest to maintain. All gardening work will be available.
The farm has sheep and hens that needs look after, you will learn sheep handling and care.
If you can drive traktor that's a plus. Chopping wood and maintenance of fencing and some small easy painting in the stables of the sheep and hen house return every summer.
You will have your own place to stay and the stable kitchen is fitted with full kitchen and simple bathroom. You can also use the full equipped gym/fitness room at the kornboden where you will stay. It's great place to take a friend for you can share a room. If you ever dream of having a organic farm this is the place to start your experience.
Helping days are equal to the staff at the farm, Monday till Thursday 9-16. Lunch and coffee breaks included. Canoe and 2 mountain bikes are available. We do have some public transport (bus) but not ideally, a driving licence is more suitable.
After an introduction on the farm and surroundings you will be ask to join the staff and they will discuss your to do lists on a weekly basis. We will also visit some nice eco projects nearby to be inspired.
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Holandês: Fluente
Sami: Fluente
Swedish: Fluente
Acomodação
Your private lodging is in a studio with own kitchen and bathroom. You can use the gym at your free time. The stable kitchen will also be used during daytime by our staff for coffee breaks and lunch, so you can practice your Swedish or English. Toilet and bathroom facilities are in the stable kitchen as well. A BBQ area in front of the barn for nice summer evenings. Or join us for a nice BBQ at the braai at out outdoor kitchen. On our estate there are 3 houses. The main house we (Karin and Koos) live , the Flygeln, the Rättarebostad.
So this is a small hamlet on the estate.
To enjoy your stay best, it is recommended to have a car, as we life remote and the public transport has declined over the years. It is most suitable to join us with 2 persons , so you can work and share time together as we might not be around all times, beside our gardener.
Algo mais...
During free time we recommend fantastic hiking in glaskogen nature reservat as well visit Nils Holgersson writers house Selma Lagerlöf in Sunne and Gammal valla week in Brunskog, check out visitvarmland.se for more information on the area.
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Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Espaço para estacionar campervans
We have camper space available at the stable block area.
Quantos Workawayers pode acomodar?
2
Horas previstas
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Comentário (9)
It was very last minute and I only stayed at their place for 6 days, but I couldn't have asked for more: since the very beginning, they were extremely welcoming, kind, sociable and trustful! Their place is simply beautiful - probably at its best in the summertime-, surrounded by nature and very close to a… read more
We have no doubt that the skills and attributes you showcased during your time at our farm will serve you well in any future endeavors. Your dedication, friendly nature, and adaptability make you a remarkable couple that any organization would be lucky to have.… read more
Thank… read more
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It was very last minute and I only stayed at their place for 6 days, but I couldn't have asked for more: since the very beginning, they were extremely welcoming, kind, sociable and trustful! Their place is simply beautiful - probably at its best in the summertime-, surrounded by nature and very close to a… read more
We have no doubt that the skills and attributes you showcased during your time at our farm will serve you well in any future endeavors. Your dedication, friendly nature, and adaptability make you a remarkable couple that any organization would be lucky to have.… read more
Thank… read more
and we couldn't have done it without them. But more than that, we truly enjoyed their company and loved having you around. You brought a lot of positive energy and enthusiasm to the farm, and it made our
days… read more
I stayed for 3 weeks in the apartment adjoining the barn (a modern and fully equipped studio that I really enjoyed) with the aim of helping to prepare the estate for… read more
They really helped us out with some small projects, both are very handy indeed, they loved being with animals , and the sheep also enjoyed their company, : )
Nice personalities both of them, and we are confident they will be just fine in the future.
We had different work to do and it was never boring. we had plenty of time to discover the Varmland and nearby cities ! It was a incredible exchange… read more
Karin, Koos, Eva, Kristina, Leif
