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✨ **Meet Our Joyful Chaos** ✨
Two dads (one American, one Chinese), twin, 7-year-old biracial sisters bursting with curiosity, and the breathtaking beauty of Niagara Falls as our backyard 🌈🌊. Together, we’re a vibrant blend of cultures, laughter, and adventure, soaking up every sunlit moment of this wild, wonderful life.
Join us as we navigate parenting, and the magic of raising fierce, funny little humans in a world as diverse as they are. 🥟🍁💖
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Technology
Self development
Politics / Social justice
Movies & TV
LGBTQ
Fashion or beauty
Farming
Events & social
Culture
Writing
Plant care
Photography
Performing arts
Music
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Art & design
Outdoor activities
Nature
Hiking
Dancing
Camping
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
**🌍 WE’LL HELP YOU EXPLORE NIAGARA!**
- **Niagara Falls**: We’ll drop you off for solo exploration (walk the trails, ride the Hornblower cruise, or snap iconic photos!) and pick you up afterward.
- **Wineries & Orchards**: Discover 200+ vineyards (hello, ice wine!), fruit-picking spots when in season.
- **Hiking & Nature**: We’ll share maps and tips for trails, waterfalls, and secret scenic lookouts.
Help
**WHO WE ARE:**
We’re a lively, open-hearted family of four (plus a decade of hospitality experience!) nestled in rural Ontario, 35 minutes from Niagara Falls and 45 minutes from Niagara-on-the-Lake’s vineyards. After running a B&B for 7 years pre-pandemic, we’re excited to welcome travelers again—this time through cultural exchange. This will be out 3rd year on Workaway !
**OUR HOME:**
A spacious 5-bedroom house surrounded by gardens and trees, offering peace, fresh air, and starlit nights. You’ll have a private room and access to shared spaces. *Note:* We’re in the countryside—quiet and serene, but a car/bike is ideal for exploring. Unfortunately, there is no public transportation.
**WHO’S HERE:**
- **Us**: Two working parents who love storytelling, video games,DIY projects, sharing meals, and great conversations.
- **The Girls**: Independent 7-year-old biracial half-sister twins! They’re in school/activities most days, so there is limited interaction due to school and extracurricular activities, but they do adore saying “hello” and learning about new cultures.
**HELP NEEDED (Seasonal!):**
- **🌷 Spring/Summer**: We are mainly looking for help with watering the garden/landscaping (we have a BIG yard!), 2 raised garden beds, some weeding, and cutting the grass.
- Possibly some light housekeeping, organizing when needed.
- **Always**: Enthusiasm for small daily tasks (meal prep, tidying) is appreciated!
**WE OFFER:**
- **Your Own Room and private bathroom**: Quiet space to recharge.
- **Shared Meals**: Home-cooked dinners. Non-vegetarian, pork and chicken are our main source of protein.
- **Adventure Access**: Borrow bikes, a trip to Niagara Falls/wineries, or explore nearby trails.
- **Cultural Exchange**: Swap stories with a family that’s hosted guests from 20+ countries!
**BONUS SKILLS (Not Required!):**
- Woodworking/carpentry
- Gardening/landscaping
- Creative organizing
**WHY STAY WITH US?**
- **Location**: Hike Niagara Gorge, or unwind in nature—all within reach.
- **Learn**: Pick up gardening tips, DIY hacks, or parenting tricks (twins = endless stories!).
- **Belong**: Join a family that values curiosity, kindness, friendship, and laughter.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent
Accommodation
**YOUR SPACE:**
- **Private Retreat**: A cozy bedroom with a **queen-sized bed** and **private bathroom** on the lowest level of our home. Enjoy quiet and privacy!
- **Shared Amenities**: Access to a family room with an **85-inch 4K TV + surround sound**—perfect for movie nights.
- **Location**: Our 5-bedroom home is in a peaceful, **upscale rural neighborhood**, ideal for nature lovers and stargazers.
**WHAT WE OFFER:**
- **🍽️ Meals**: 3 daily meals provided. (Our dinners are about 80% traditional Chinese and include meat.
-**Monday-Friday** (home-cooked)
- **Weekends**: Saturdays/Sundays are family days—we’re often out exploring, so you may have to prepare your own meals which I'll provide, or adventure locally.
- **Flexible Exploration**: Borrow bikes, use our laundry, or unwind in your private space.
What else ...
We are in a rural area and are not near any public transportation. We are about 25 minutes from St. Catherine's, and 35 minutes to Niagara Falls by car.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have an extremely large island in our open concept kitchen. You would be more than welcome to set up there if you happen to be a digital nomad.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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Their work ethic was nothing short of remarkable. From morning to… read more
We had the chance to stay with Phillip, Xiang, Jayden and Jaid for almost three weeks and enjoyed every second of it while always feeling welcomed.
Phillip is very kind, mindful and always looking out for your well-being and that you feel comfortable. We appreciated that a lot! You also have your nice own private area. His amazing… read more
My main tasks included assembling cabinets, installing baseboards, and doing other small jobs around the house.
In addition to traditional Chinese cuisine, Philipp also prepared delicious gluten-free meals with great… read more
We had the pleasure of hosting Ludy for a short but incredibly impactful 10-day stay, and what he accomplished in that time was nothing short of unbelievable. From the moment he arrived, Ludy’s craftsmanship, work ethic, and proactive attitude left us in awe.
His standout project… read more
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Their work ethic was nothing short of remarkable. From morning to… read more
We had the chance to stay with Phillip, Xiang, Jayden and Jaid for almost three weeks and enjoyed every second of it while always feeling welcomed.
Phillip is very kind, mindful and always looking out for your well-being and that you feel comfortable. We appreciated that a lot! You also have your nice own private area. His amazing… read more
My main tasks included assembling cabinets, installing baseboards, and doing other small jobs around the house.
In addition to traditional Chinese cuisine, Philipp also prepared delicious gluten-free meals with great… read more
We had the pleasure of hosting Ludy for a short but incredibly impactful 10-day stay, and what he accomplished in that time was nothing short of unbelievable. From the moment he arrived, Ludy’s craftsmanship, work ethic, and proactive attitude left us in awe.
His standout project… read more
What stood out most… read more
My stay was so great and they were so helpful with everything. They were nice and kind and explained every really good for me. The girls were amazing and I really felt like a part of… read more
I had wonderful and tasty food each day ! Philip is kind of a starred chef ☺️
My work was pretty much easy, and has been made easier to myself - The girls are very outgoing that was very appreciable 🥰, and I would cuddle more without… read more
I lived in a super clean and tidy room and even my own bathroom, so I had everything what I need and more.
Phillip was also really interested to prepare food everyday so I had delicious food the whole time.
He is… read more
They went above and beyond in every task, showing a… read more
Phillip is simply the best, he really went out of his way to provide fun and interesting opportunities and is amazingly… read more
During our stay we learned so much from their family, especially about the Chinese culture. Philip will do anything to make you feel right at… read more
Workwise we repainted a lot of the walls in their beautiful home. Phillip was really chill about everything, gave clear instructions and taught us a lot about painting. He showed extreme gratitude for everything we did,… read more
I will definitely come to see them if I travel in the area again!
For one, it was great how quickly the family were able to accommodate me as I had run into issues with my planning for the trip, but they were very quick to respond. The accommodation is absolutely stunning! The house is very well kept and cozy, the bedroom that is offered is incredibly spacious and the television room has… read more
Diego and Jennifer offered tremendous assistance around the house, going above and beyond our expectations. They tackled… read more
We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible experience we had while staying with you and your family for more than three weeks. Our first Workaway experience exceeded all our expectations and left us with wonderful memories to cherish.
Your profile description of having an "open home and an open… read more
We did lots of clearing of their yard and garden (weeding, removing leaves & plants, weed guarding, mulching, trimming, replanting etc) and thankfully the weather was gentle this time… read more
