08/16/2025
WANT TO LIVE AT RAVENHILL?
Farm Caretaker (Live/Work/Trade) – Ravenhill Herb Farm
Location: Ravenhill Herb Farm (Saanichton), Vancouver Island, BC
Commitment: Long-term
Compensation: Live/work/trade for a single person or couple – housing (including electricity, Wi-Fi, water/vegetables & herbs from garden) provided in exchange for on-site caretaking, general maintenance, animal care, and land-based support. We have two options based on your lifestyle and needs for accommodations.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to utilize the land and space for your own business. We are open to discussing this further; however, there will be a three-month trial period to ensure a good fit for everyone involved.
Weekly Work Expectations: From November to March, we expect 12 hours of work per week. From April to October, the expectation increases to 15 hours per week.
About Ravenhill Herb Farm
Ravenhill (www.ravenhillherbfarm.ca) is a historic, heritage farm nestled in the heart of Saanichton, BC, home to a rich landscape of culinary and medicinal herbs, edible plants, gardens, fruit trees, and large natural swimming pond. As stewards of the land, we’re seeking someone with hands-on experience and grounded values to help us care for this beautiful space.
Role Overview
As a Farm Caretaker, you'll live on-site and support the upkeep and stewardship of the land, maintain farm buildings, and execute general maintenance on the land, gardens, animals (goats & chickens), and infrastructure. The role is ideal for someone self-motivated, earth-connected, and comfortable with a simple lifestyle in a rural setting.
Responsibilities
General land and garden maintenance (seeding, w**ding, watering, mulching, pruning, compost, soil care)
Animal Care (occasional care of goats/chickens, hoof trimming, feeding, etc.)
Basic infrastructure care (irrigation, compost systems, tool sheds, & fences)
Growing and harvesting, and food preservation
Seasonal upkeep of fruit trees, berries, and wildcrafted spaces (w**d wacking, etc. and occasional painting
Light property maintenance (e.g. , minor repairs)
Outbuilding maintenance (repairs, painting, etc.)
What's Provided
Beautiful private accommodation. We have two options:
ONE: a large cob space with a wood fire stove, a cedar shower, and a compost toilet.
TWO: If you have a tiny home/trailer, or other living space that you prefer, we can provide full access to utilities, including a roughed-in outdoor kitchen, water, Wi-Fi, and electricity.
Access to Wi-Fi, garden produce, herbs, swimming pond, parking, & your private area
Opportunity to create your own business from here (to be done on your own time and after a 3-month trial period)
Opportunity to deepen plant knowledge and land-based skills
Ideal Qualities
Independent and responsible with strong self-direction. Experience in landscaping/growing/harvesting
Physically able and comfortable working outdoors in variable weather
Interest in growing food, maintenance, animal care, and land-based living
Handy and comfortable with basic tools
Bonus Skills (Not required, but appreciated!)
Experience with small livestock or chickens
Building or carpentry
General maintenance skills
Start Date
September (with flexibility)
How to Apply
Send a brief note about who you are, why you're interested in this role, and your resume.
Email: [email protected] with subject line Caretaker Application – Ravenhill Herb Farm
