Beach House Barter
I started “Beach House Barter” to encourage creators and other folks interested in bartering work in exchange for a beautiful place to vacation.
How does it work?
For a short vacation/work exchange:
Each guest receives 3 nights/4 days of accommodations
(Monday-Thursday), in exchange for eight hours of work.
Arrive at 1pm on Monday and depart at 2pm on Thursday.
Exact work exchange schedule:
Monday : work 3pm-6:30pm
Tuesday : work 9am-1:30pm
Wednesday : no work
Thursday : no work
For a longer vacation/work exchange:
Just add Friday, Saturday, Sunday to your selected week.
Each guest receives 6 nights/7 days of accommodation (Monday -Sunday), in exchange for 16 hours of work
Arrive at 1pm on Monday and depart at 2pm on Sunday.
Exact work exchange schedule:
Monday : work 3pm-6:30pm
Tuesday : work 9am-1:30pm
Wednesday : no work
Thursday : work 3pm - 6:30pm
Friday : work 9am - 1:30pm
Saturday : no work
Sunday : no work
Please note:
All barter guests are asked to clean their accommodations prior to leaving. This helps us avoid extra cleaning costs so we can continue to offer free vacation exchanges.
Are you skilled?
Head to the front of the line!
Unskilled but willing? Excellent - I need you too!
I’m seeking help in all 3 categories:
Unskilled - But willing to work hard (general labor)
Semiskilled - You can perform basic homeowner repair and maintenance (comfortable using basic hand and power tools)
Skilled - Pretty much any trade skills are welcome (especially plumbing, electric, and carpentry)
Sample Projects
The following list is an example of some of this season’s projects. I’ll have all needed tools and materials on-site. The exact project you’ll be working on won’t be determined until just before we confirm the date of Barter. If there’s something you’re especially skilled at or interested in let me know, otherwise I’ll make a determination based on the Compound’s ever changing needs. All plans are subject to change so flexibility is super important.
Unskilled
Power Wash Fence and Structures
Weeding
Move dirt
General garden work
Transplant ground cover
Torch weeds
Spread Gravel
Install birdhouses
Hang string lights
Seal deck and stairs
Stain/varnish wood
Semi-Skilled
Interior and exterior painting
Regrade drainage ditch
Bike repair
Lay concrete slab walkway
Install screen below deck
Install handrail for hot tub
Hang birdhouses
Insulate HVAC ducts
Van - help with solar panels
Skilled
Trim work
Replace kitchen sink/garbage disposal
Install ceiling fans
Build open air wood shed
Build open air kayak storage
Construct outdoor shower
Replace gutter with Rainhandlers
Re-wire lamps
Furniture repair
Add additional spigot to rear of GH for garden