Host Profile
My Property
Business Type
Farming methods
Short Property Description
Welcome,
We are based in a suburb of Melbourne called The Basin. The Basin is situated at the foot of The Dandenong Ranges and is the gateway to The Yarra Valley. This farm and our home is 3.25 acres and we are starting from the ground up making garden beds, worm farms, watering systems and caring for our chooks.
We have a Horse Drawn Carriage business that operates from our home property. The horses are stabled here when in work and some general horse care may be required at times.
Accommodation is in a self-contained unit detached from the family home. It has a separate bathroom and toilet, queen size bed, TV and kitchenette.
We also have a property of 110 acres situated in Glenburn, which is 62 kms away. The farm has been neglected by its previous owner, so is quite run down. I drive to the property daily to care for the cattle, sheep and horses that graze there. We are aiming to make this property as biodynamic as possible. We are making our own compost, worm tea, and compost teas to improve the land. Fencing and building of sheds is the big startup jobs underway.
In summary we are close to Melbourne City, The Yarra Valley, Dandenong Ranges, Public Transport and we have a lovely Village, hosting coffee shops, bottle shop and pubs.
My Details
The Stay
Can Accommodate
Preferred length of Stay
3-7 days, Longer stays by negotiation
Accommodation
Other options
Meal Procedures
Languages spoken
Diets we cater for
Mixed meals, some meat, some vegetarian
Why I became a WWOOF Host
We have joined hoping to enrich our lifestyle with like-minded people and providing a safe place for travelers with work rest and play. Hopefully building friendships throughout the world. Also being a community minded family and good ambassadors for Australia, showcasing our area of Victoria and most of all creating good friendships for the future.
