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Description
I moved from Serbian Capital Belgrade where I was born and raised, to village of Seca Reka, in 2020, when my 2 daughters become independent, in order to live in peace with my partner, nature and my pets. We have 3 St. Bernards, one maltese dog and few cats - that are just like children to me.
I used to live in Cyprus, Russia, Italy, Montenegro... My partner is originally from Montenegro and he lived and worked in Germany.
As every creative person I always have some running projects and it is not one man show, so help is always welcomed.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Interests
Farming
Self development
Movies & TV
Sustainability
Pets
Writing
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Gardening
Languages
Plant care
Music
History
Books
DIY & crafts
Art & design
Animals
Nature
Camping
Beach
Outdoor activities
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers can learn about Serbian culture and tradition, get some genuine serbian cooking recipes, experience real village life in Western Serbia and meet local people. I can offer to teach them Serbian, English or Russian. We can also chat about life philosophy, history or art.
The main benefit of staying here is peace and quiet, starry nights and fresh water and air. If you like hiking we are in a good area. There is a great swimming pool in Kosjeric which is not very expensive, so you can spend your free time there if you like that kind of fun.
And then - there are the dogs. I am welcoming only dog lovers, as otherwise it would be very difficult and scary to even move around the estate. Our dogs are very big and strong and they shed and drool a lot, so bring a lot of clothes you are ready to throw away after your stay in Seca Reka if you plan to make some three legged friends .
Help
Weeding and planting the garden and raspberry field, woodcutting, repairing objects, making flower beds, dog houses etc. Meals are provided for workawayers that are willing to work for at least 5 hours a day for 5 days, and if we agree on 3 hours x 5 days, you can provide and cook food for yourself. It is very important that you don't act as a guest in a hotel and that you clean after yourself. My standards are a bit higher than normal, but I expect you to keep it as clean as you found it during your stay.
Languages
Languages spoken
Bosnian: Fluent
English: Fluent
Russian: Fluent
Serbo-Croatian: Fluent
Serbian: Fluent
Italian: Intermediate
German: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I can offer to teach Serbian, English or Russian and would love some practice in German, which I started learning last summer.
Accommodation
We have a small 2 bedroom cottage next to our house. It has a small kitchen and bathroom, living room and 2 bedrooms, plus a big balcony. There is huge parking space, big yard, wi-fi. Workawayers with campervans have a place to park.
What else ...
The village of Seca Reka is situated between 2 mountains Divcibare and Zlatibor, so the place is great for exploring, hiking and driving mountain bicycles. There are direct trains from Belgrade to Kosjeric. From village to Kosjeric there is a bus twice daily, but it is common to hitchhike. I provide transport from train station in Kosjeric to my house if I am not under heavy snow. There are other hosts in the area, I will be happy to introduce my Workawayers to them, and my friends.
Bear in mind that this is a mountain, so even in August there are nights you might need a jacket, or sweater, and some warm trousers.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
The wi-fi is decent enough, but a bit slow. I am working as online web designer,and I am managing with it just fine.
Space for parking camper vans
There is a big parking space in front of the house. We can instal outdoor shower and sink during the summer,
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Rista (3 years)
Rista is a house cat that lives in that lives in a forest. He hunts sometimes when nobody want to pet him, he terrorises all cats in the neighbourhood, eats only selected foods and is rotten spoiled.
Lemmy (3 years)
Lemmy is a fearced huntress. She is enjoying her life to the fullest. Comes and goes in to the house as she is pleased, gets petted when she decides it's time
Billy (13 years)
Billy iis the oldest guy in the house. He is a maltese and already has dementia and his eyes are not as good as they used to be. He is a real lap dog and the main thing for him is to be in someone's lap.
Saga (4 years)
Saga is my baby as she was the smallest in the litter and I had to bottle feed her, so she stayed at the home unplanned. She has health issues from time to time, she is not as fast or strong as her brother and mother, but she is the sweetest companion for me.
Gvozden (4 years)
Gvozden (Iron-one) is the Lord of the Lands. He is far too energetic for a Saint Bernard, and loves long walks. He also loves all types of grooming, even to be vacuum cleaned. As a grown male he stared protecting his territory but if you are not afraid he will love you after a first treat or an ear rubb.
Aska (10 years)
Aska is a mother of Saga and Gvozden. I got her when she was 5, and just 2 days before she gave birth to her last litter of 8 puppies. Her character is so mild that I never had problems or any trust issues with her. She likes to walk, be petted and groomed.
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My girlfriend and I spent 3 fantastic weeks with Vesna and Willie in Seca Reka, yes you read SECA REKA. it's a very small village 7km away from Kosjeric (very cute town) and the village is so calm, relaxing and completely surround by beautiful nature. Our work was very varied, from cutting the grass and painting, to creating a… read more
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My girlfriend and I spent 3 fantastic weeks with Vesna and Willie in Seca Reka, yes you read SECA REKA. it's a very small village 7km away from Kosjeric (very cute town) and the village is so calm, relaxing and completely surround by beautiful nature. Our work was very varied, from cutting the grass and painting, to creating a… read more
She is very creative and has many creative skills. She is not selfish at all about sharing her knowledge and stuff. I was searching for a dress for my daughters wedding for a long time, and Ely brought me the right one in the right size, without ever seeing me. I also… read more
All the dogs and cats I… read more
Vesna is very hospitable, took care of my needs, and cooked up rich and delicious meals. I also had plenty of ingredients to cook when she was not at home. The interior is elegant and neat, and the volunteer's room is comfortable.
She showed me Kosjeric and took me to a nice cafe there. Cafe near… read more
