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Whithorn Lodge
We are very rural offering peace and quiet from the hustle and bustle of life. We have a smallholding with Alpacas, Sheep, Pigs, chickens, two cats and a dog. We have a slower pace of life and are close to the sea. There are many walks and small towns to explore either by bus or bicycle. We have been hosting for 7 years and enjoy the interaction of different cultures. We will need a certificate of good conduct as we have vulnerable children.
Travelers will be treated as part of the family, the accommodation is a large static caravan but toilet and washing is in the house. You will eat with the family and we will take you out with us when we are going to nearby villages. The caravan offers you some private space but you are always welcome in the house.
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About the experience in: Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Brazil
It was a great pleasure to meet Suzie. The place is very beautiful, the schedules are respected, as are the meals. The connection with nature was wonderful!
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Brazil
Cris and Susie are wonderful people! I loved the time I spent there. I was able to learn a lot about local life and the exchange of experiences was wonderful! I just have to thank them for the care and attention they gave us all this time!
about 1 month ago
About the experience in: Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Argentina
I’m deeply grateful for this experience. Suzie and Chris were incredible hosts! it felt more like home than a volunteering and they gave me so much more that I was expecting it any sense. The place is beautiful, full of nature and animals, and I had my own private and cosy space in a caravan. Which I love it!
And a special mention goes to the best living being in this world ,Buddy, the most adorable dog I’ve ever met in my life. The tasks were really varied, and I discovered that I actually love planting!
Definitely a beautiful experience that I’ll carry in my heart forever.
3 months ago
Suzie replied
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About the experience in: Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Germany
Suzie and Chris are truly amazing people. It feels just like home in their place. The amount of work is reasonable and feels like really making an impact at the lodge. The animals are very cute as well! Give Buddy and Big Cat a hug from me while you are there :D
The experience is perfect for you when you want to get in touch with the people, its a very personal experience. That might not be for everyone, if you are just coming to work you'll miss out on a lot of things they have to offer!
I really recommend for people that are new to worldpackers and feel insecure about staying away :)
Cheers!
4 months ago
About the experience in: Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Netherlands
Suzie and Chris are the embodiment of 'mi casa es su casa'. They are just great hosts. The work is physical but not hard. You dont have to worry about feeling hungry after because Chris will make tasty meals and makes sure there is plenty of food. I left a little earlier bc i wanted to go visit family and they were very flexible and accomodating with that, Chris even made lunch for me for on my journey! This is a very rural smallholding so there isnt much activity in town. I spent my evenings watching tv with the dog Buddy and Big Cat. The pets are really lovely! 10/10 would recommend
5 months ago