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Description
We live and work at the north end of the island of Jura off the west coast of Scotland. We have a working cattle farm and deer stalking estate of 16,000 acres. Jura is an island with only 250 people but 6000 red deer. There is one shop and one pub and a whisky and gin distillery. George Orwell wrote '1984' here and described Jura as an 'unget-at-able' place. We sometimes need help with B&B guests who come and stay with us, serving meals and making a few beds.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will get an insight into island life and the benefits (and challenges) it can bring. They will learn a range of skills from vegetable gardening and looking after animals to living and working in a remote island community.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
We occasionally need help with B&B guests and the work would include serving meals and making beds for a few hours each day. We’re a small, family team so no experience is necessary other than a willingness to help out and a cheerful disposition! We pay the minimum living wage.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
You live with us as a family - you get your own bedroom and a shared bathroom. As we all eat together we are unable to cater for vegetarians.
What else ...
We're very remote, 17 miles along a single track road from the village of Craighouse which has the only shop, the Hotel, the Jura distillery and a village hall. Jura is home to red deer, otters, golden eagles and dolphins. A love of the outdoors is a must. We neighbour the island of Islay which is renowned for its whiskies and is reached by a 5 minute ferry journey. A driving licence is preferable as public transport is very limited here.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
4-5 per day
