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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
7 Apr 2025
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Description
We live in Cork City beside the historic Blackrock castle and marina ( look it up on google maps it’s beautiful) and close to a lot of amenities, parks, and pubs it is less then 15 mins by bus to the city center. You will have a large bedroom with bathroom en-suite overlooking the River Lee.
Our home is very open and relaxed with family and friends coming and going when we are not in lockdown. We think you will feel relaxed and comfortable with us, we have had workawayers for years so we are used to having people in the house. The house and gardens are v nice!
About us
We are a family of 5, 2 adults and 3 kids. David is 15 and the oldest - he is full of life and laughter, loves swimming, Laura is 15 she loves reading. Grace is 12 & full of life and a real character. David and Laura are in their 3rd year of secondary school and Grace is in 6th class primary school. Dad David works full time in his own family business and mum Rachel works as a solicitor full time but finishes early on Wednesday & Thursdays. Daily life is hectic with school, after school activities, work life etc. over the summer life will be less busy, kids will be occupied some of the days with camps. At the weekends you are totally free. You will be needed in the morning 8:30 am - 10:30am after breakfast time to walk dogs & clean up after breakfast & do one or two very small tasks and from 5-7 pm in the evenings to prepare dinner. We have two very friendly dogs & you will have to give them a sort walk during the week each morning or longer if you wish.
Expectations
We would prefer a good level of English.
We would like you to prepare the dinner four nights per week as both parents are not home until 6:00, we will show you how to make the food, it’s pretty easy, we will also help you.We like healthy food so would wish for someone who is competent at making tasty healthy dinners, we will help of course. Basically your task will be to clean up after breakfast and prepare dinner & help look after dogs. Our house is a beautiful base to explore Ireland but you will be needed Monday to Friday for four hours per day.
Please note females only may apply. This is important so please note.
We will pay money. We really like to exercise & enjoy lifting weights in the gym we try to encourage kids to do the same. Thanks
Types of help and learning opportunities
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Language, living with an Irish family, historic and vibrant part of cork, situated on a beautiful walkway.
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Help
See above - good cook, I have already given information on what is expected.
Help prepare a healthy/ tasty dinner four night per week. Availability for females only currently. Thanks
Languages
Languages spoken
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
You will have a large bedroom with bathroom en-suite overlooking the River Lee estuary.
What else ...
Loads of free time, live in a beautiful setting, we are an ideal family if interested in cooking. healthy lifestyle, loads of spare time & must be Independent as very busy household.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We can host digital nomads & our internet connection is v good.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Feedback (7)
The house is beautiful and I had a large room with my own bathroom.
The dogs Holly and Ruby were so sweet and I missed them as soon as I returned home.
I tidied up the kitchen in the morning after… read more
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The house is beautiful and I had a large room with my own bathroom.
The dogs Holly and Ruby were so sweet and I missed them as soon as I returned home.
I tidied up the kitchen in the morning after… read more
The location of this family is gorgeous, conveniently close to downtown yet surrounded by beautiful and tranquil surroundings. The work… read more
The host family is very friendly, especially Rachel and the youngest daughter have given me many opportunities to improve my English and experience a cultural exchange. The house is very nice and tidy and I had my own room with desk, big bed and bathroom. The three children are bubbly and… read more
The position is excellent since very near to the city center. The children are so nice and lovely. The parents available and sociable! I absolute recommend this family if you are looking for a family in Cork!
