Urban organic farm and BnB in the small town of Seaside California, on the Monterey Bay
California
We are a family owned and operated bed and breakfast and urban organic farm, in the small town of Seaside California, on the Monterey peninsula. We are located one mile from the beach and have great views from our Craftsman style house over looking the town and Monterey Bay. since we are in town we are quite central to activities and getting around. Our organic farm consists of vegetable gardens, fruit trees, flower gardens, chickens and honey bees.
Agricultural activities include: plant, weed, feed, prune, harvest - vegetables, fruit trees and flowers. Feed/water chickens and clean coop. Projects and goals include: building planter and herb boxes, harvest/spin honey.
The accommodation has a queen size bed, includes kitchen and bath, use of laundry facility and our beautiful garden. We provide great food.
No children, no pets. We do not have parking for RV’s and such. If you bring a car there is plenty of street parking.
As a WWOOFer, you are expected to participate in keeping the living spaces clean. This includes house chores and laundry, which we all contribute to.
Monterey is a vacation destination so there are lots of activities, especially for the outdoor enthusiast. Hiking, biking, kayaking, beaches, good concerts (venues are small), wine tasting, whale watching, several farmers markets.We are also located on the bus route with a stop right in front of the house.Preferably looking for long term 3-6 months.
Although experience is a bonus, No experience is necessary, we will be happy to educate.
No drugs, no smoking, especially in the accommodation. We are an Inn so quiet time after 10pm for sleeping guests. No shoes in the house.
Organic methods: Hand removal and natural product treatments of pests.
Certifications: We are not commercial so have not sought out certified organic
Current projects: Reformatting and redesigning vegetable garden layout, bringing in container gardening as well.
Internet access available
Couples welcome
Read more
Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Poultry farming
Beekeeping
Wild foraging
Seed saving or production
Meat processing
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Methods or systems
Holistic management
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
0.4
Hectares
|
1
Acres
Jesse
Member since 2016
Languages spoken:
English, French
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Response rate: 100%
Response time: typically within 2 days
California
Monterey regional airport, San Jose International airport
Reviews
Anna
France
•
August 2018
I lived with Anne Marie, Jesse , Jocelyne, Max and Cody for 4 weeks and they made me feel home as much as their guests. This is a place where you learn to work while being surrounded by happy human beings. It s a challenging place in which the main rule is organization but no stress. Everything can be done in time as long as you keep your head clear. So relax on the beach after work or hike around or bike through state parks. Thank you for this adventure !
Read more
Isaac
United States
•
April 2018
I spent almost two months at the Historic Landmark House and learned a lot over that short period of time. I am now better at getting tasks done quickly, thanks to Jesse, who has a tremendous work ethic. He also gave me more confidence in myself and showed me that anything is possible if you really apply yourself. Annemarie and Jocelyne taught me many things about cooking and nutrition. They prepared some of the best meals I have ever eaten! I am now more adventurous in the kitchen, thanks to them. Jesse, Annemarie, and Jocelyne really welcomed me in and made me feel like a part of their little community. They are all very knowledgeable, talented, and hardworking people. Their property is very beautiful and features great views of the ocean in the distance. It was the ideal place to WWOOF!
Read more
Sophie
United States
•
February 2018
I just spent the last 4 months at Historic Landmark House for my first WWOOFing experience. It was a wonderful and rewarding time. I was pleasantly welcomed and fit seamlessly into the family and work dynamic at this unique environment. This position requires just as much inn keeping as it does outdoor projects, so it offers a wide range of work opportunities. Accommodations and living situation worked well for me. I truly appreciated my time with Annemarie, Jesse, and Jocelyne. Highly recommend.
Read more
Maxwell
United States
•
August 2017
Jesse and Ann Marie are one of the nicest most generous people iv'e ever had the pleasure of meeting! I stayed with them this summer of 2017 and it was absolutely such a blessing. While I was there, I worked in the B&B in the mornings and got to meet so many nice people that came through! In the afternoons Jesse and I worked on the barn doing carpentry work were I learned a lot about certain tools and techniques on building. The beach is only about a mile away so I would head down there every night I could or just visit Monterey! I will miss the house and you all so much and I can't wait till I come back to see what progress was made. Thank you so very much for having me and allowing me the opportunity to learn and grow! Hope to see you all soon!!! Maxwell
Read more
Kathryn
United States
•
July 2017
Jesse, Annemarie and Jocelyne are truly amazing and wonderful people. We were suppose to stay a month and ended up staying two. Running the Bed & Breakfast was not only a great learning experience but fun too. We also learned about construction, bee keeping, chickens, gardening, hospitality and so much more. The location is amazing! Beaches, art galleries, great food and the aquarium. I would highly recommend this wwoofing location. We were so sad to go as we felt that they had all become our extended Seaside family. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Read more
Hunter
United States
•
June 2017
This was my first long term WWOOF spot and I got way more out of it than I was expecting. Jesse, AnneMarie, and Jocelyne are all amazing people with so much to offer. With Jesse I learned construction skills, beekeeping, and how to manage many projects at once. After working with AnneMarie, I am confident that I could run an inn on my own. She is an artist in the paint studio and in the kitchen, and is always willing to share her creative mind. Jocelyne taught me a lot in the garden. I loved having philosophical conversations with her throughout our stay. I truly felt like family with them all.
Read more
