Every time I go to the farmhouse I make a list (partly for the gratification of crossing items off!) of about two dozen chores. And when we leave there are always at least six things that I didn't get around to. It has taken me way too long, but I have finally realized that the nature of such a big property is I will never finish everything that needs to be done.
So I am going to open up the possibility of people joining me for a work/stay for a couple of days. The chores would mainly be weeding, picking potato bugs, with a little bit of harvesting and planting thrown in for good measure.
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| View of the garden north west past the pool to the corner of the field |
We have a 5 bedroom 1865 farmhouse on 13 acres with a 40 foot heated pool. I would hope for 4 to 6 hours of working each day which would leave lots of time for swimming, walking the paths through the wooded area, reading, napping or exploring the area.
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| The house with vine covered pergola |
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| The pool |
If anyone is interested, a Thursday to Friday night or Saturday morning stay would work the best.
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| Path past the restored brick outhouse to the pool and wooded area |
We do have two dogs. They basically just seek out the shade in the dog day afternoons or keep an eye on me as I work away. Although in the cool of the early evening they love to catch the cuz or "squirrel".
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| Planting a new bed with Thea and Scylla |
And I would, of course, serve "farm" meals using produce from the garden and locally sourced eggs. meat, cheddar cheese and chicken.
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| 1830's belfries from a church in Belleville reincarnated as an open pantry |
Just email me if you're interested in a visit!
I love these photos! Especially the first one - it's so scenic, pastoral and warm. And timeless, could be any decade/century. Coming for a work/stay as soon as I'm able!
ReplyDeleteHi, I read a beautiful article in Harrowsmith Country Life about your work in the Garden Farm. I moved recently from Toronto to an area 45 min from Madoc. I wondered if I could see the place being so near; then I searched in the net and found the possibility of buying good vegetables and fruits from you (organic!!!) and then I found this amazing opportunity to stay working for a day at the farm!!! But how I can email you?? I am using this comment feature but I will submit my email address to you, thanks, Tere
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