Stay in a rural Scottish Church & help us in our garden/woodland

Czech Republic

5

I had a really good time in Urquhart! Andreas and Kris were always welcoming and very friendly. The place is quiet and after work you have time to wander around, by walking or bike. I was happy to join Andreas and Kris for Sunday the home, the Highland games or trip to the Abbey. Thank you and I hope you will have the same good experience as me:)

21 days ago

Spain

5

This was my first volunteering experience and I enjoyed it. It was a beautiful experience. The place is gorgeous and the accommodation provided is excellent. What stood out the most for me were the meals after work (great food and conversations) and the peaceful atmosphere. I totally recommend it—if you're looking to disconnect, this is the perfect place. Thank you for everything, Kris and Andreas!

about 2 months ago

Germany

5

I'm very glad to have picked this volunteering place as my first experience. Andreas and Kris did a great job at including me in their lifes (if I wanted to), and were always clear about my current objectives at my job. The given room was also a joy with a special shout out to the shower. I'll miss that shower. Anyways if you are interested in the areas lore and like good food, then I can only recommend applying for the home :)

4 months ago

Colombia

5

It was my first experience volunteering and it was totally worthy. Kris and Andreas are amazing hosts and their home is simply gorgeous. They are always welcoming, open to help and willing to show you the best face of Scotland. Andreas is an amazing storyteller and Kris is the best chef ever. Also the acomodation is great and you have time and space for yourself, networking or explore the surroundings. Thank you for making it so memorable! Totally recomended.

about 1 year ago

Andreas replied

Scotland is the country of Storytelling and we love to share these stories with our volunteers as well as having great outings in our area and meeting locals.

Germany

5

I had an amazing time at the home! Andreas and Kris have been extremely welcoming and caring, as have been the locals. I feel like I've learned a lot about the Scottish culture, about gardening and I feel like I've learned a lot about myself as well. Their home with their amazing garden always had a space to retreat to and to enjoy. I felt really close to nature, as we always worked outside. To summarise: I fell in love with the countryside of northern Scotland and I'll definitely return one day :) 100% recommended!!

about 1 year ago

Andreas replied

Its important for us to give volunteers space to enjoy, to reflect and to experience Scotland and its people.
Great if it even leads to learn more about yourself!
We are always on hand to assist in achieving the very best experience possible.

United States

5

The home is a wonderful place to volunteer. Kris and Andreas are both wonderful hosts, and more than willing to be flexible regarding travels. They also offered many suggestions for places to visit. The tasks are clearly communicated and the food is amazing.

almost 3 years ago

United Kingdom

5

This was my first trip with worldpackers but I am so glad it was, I spent 4 weeks here at the home, kris and andreas are both lovely people and amazing hosts they were so welcoming from the first moment I met them. l I loved that we would have lunch together every day cause it gave us the chance to get to know them and hear some amazing stories from andreas but also experience the wide range of recipes from kris, while I was here we never had the same meal it was always something different from all over the world and all of them were full of great flavour.

about 3 years ago

Andreas replied

A delight to have such great volunteer around the lunch table, enjoy one or another outing and share in the large variety of projects on the church hillock.

Brazil

5

My first volunteer in Scotland couldn't be better! Since the first meeting the hosts were willing to help and teach. The work was very well explained and always done as a team. Besides that, we always had (the best) lunch together while sharing stories and experiences. Can't thank them enough.. Andreas and Kris are an example of hosts, wish all the best for you both.

about 3 years ago

Andreas replied

Grateful having made such in impression on our volunteer; always like to see our volunteers as independant members of our extended family, enjoying their time with us whilst being part of our creative work.

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