Rural Surf House Needs With Surf Hostel lodge

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project: 8 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers: 14 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature: 13 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 3 weeks

Stay up to: 8 weeks

The Experience

Cabueñes is a beautiful rural neighborhood on the outskirts of the city of Gijón. From Los Chimis' house to the city center, it is only a 15-minute bike ride or a 5-minute ride on public transport with easy connections. The idea of this project is to bring a fresh air to this beautiful house with the goal of turning it into an eco-sustainable space, aiming to improve its energy efficiency and to make use of the resources from the garden.

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
Between 20 and 50 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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15 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

14 Meeting international travelers
13 Get in touch with nature
10 Practicing English
10 Practicing Spanish
9 Meeting locals
5 Immersing in the local culture

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

5 11. Sustainable cities and communities
4 5. Gender equality
3 14. Life below water

Tayla

Australia

I fell in love with this the farm (affectionately known as the mansion), which is why I ended up extending my stay. You will wake up to grand mountain views, quiet surrounds, and a sun-soaked living room that feels just like home! The people I met are now life-long friends, the local area is so safe and the work is fun. Al and Matt were incredibly easy going, respectful, and just a joy to be around. The bike rides to the beach and into the city are whimsical with tonnes to explore and taste - the Asturian's know how to cook. Highly recommend this experience. Thank you 🤗

25 days ago

Alejandro replied

Thanks Legend!! You are amazing person, always with a smile! Perfext teammate! Hope to see you again 🤙

Prudence

France

My time as a volunteer in Gijon was absolutely amazing! The work was fun and easy, Matthew always made sure we were enjoying that work we were assigned. Everyone was very friendly and always down for a surf or a hike. The house is comfortable and spacey, and you always have access to the surf hostel. I got to improve my surf and discover the beautiful region of Asturias, as well as make many friends. Thank you Alex for the opportunity!

about 1 month ago

Pierluigi

Italy

I had an amazing time in Gijón! Asturias is a dream — surrounded by the ocean and mountains, just what I needed. The house has a big garden that connected me to nature, where I loved relaxing and enjoying the calm. The tasks were easygoing, and Matthew was a great instructor who became a friend! I'm so thankful for the wonderful people I met — it truly felt like family. And I even learned to surf! Alejandro, Álvaro, and Matthew were super friendly and took great care of us. Looking forward to come back once the house is ready!

about 2 months ago

Laura

Colombia

I loved everything about this experience 🥰 Alex, Alvaro and Matthew made sure we had everything we needed and genuinely cared about us having a great experience. We could surf everyday and enjoy all the amenities of the surf hostel. The job is simple and you have a lot of free time. The house is huge and super interesting, you get a private room which is great.

about 2 months ago

Isabella

United States

I really enjoyed my time here. Everyone is very welcoming, kind, and genuine. Alex was helpful and flexible from a distance. Overall, I would recommend this to others.

about 2 months ago

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