beautiful 30 acre orchard and permaculture farm just 40 minutes outside Asheville seeking a few people for the spring / summer / fall season to live and help grow food. We grow apples, pears, plums, peaches, raspberries, blueberries, figs, mulberries, paw paws, and just about anything that will grow in this region. We also do chickens / cows / bees and have a lovable guard dog who is a great pyrenees / newfoundland mix.
The lodging:
There are a few cabins to choose from, including a treehouse for $400 /month. It has a wood burning stove, very comfortable queen size bed and some basic electricity to charge a phone or computer or power a lamp. It also included access to the main house with full kitchen, refrigerator, internet, bathrooms, etc.
The vibe:
Current land mates are 40/m and 30/f. The land is a peaceful sanctuary vibe which blends elements of a farm with elements of a spa-like retreat. We spend the summers immersed in nature, growing food and making meals from the land that nourish us deeply. Last year we made lots of fresh pesto from all the basil we had, picked gallons of blueberries, lots of pears, lots of raspberries, a fantastic supply of fresh eggs which we turned into korean boiled eggs, custards, quiches, home made mayonnaise, freshly baked bread, freshly made pasta, peach pies and so on. We love to cook here and love to turn all the food from the land into delicious meals and snacks. If that's your vibe you've found the right place!
You
We are really looking for someone who loves to garden, harvest and prepare. There is no set schedule or number of hours but really we are looking for people who just love to do these things in a community setting.
Not looking for:
Smokers, drinkers, pets. Sorry!
To Come:
Email us and tell us a little bit about yourself and your experience and why you think you'd be a good fit!