Home and pet help in rural Scotland and enjoy Dumfries and Gallow

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: 15 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host: This host has received 5 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature: 21 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals: 17 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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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.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

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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.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet 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.

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: 2 weeks

The Experience

I am looking for help house, garden and pet care. I particularly would like horse loversI have recently moved into a newly renovated house in the most beautiful setting near my old home where my daughter and her family are now living. I am widely travelled and returned to live here 10 years ago. You will have your own bedroom and bathroom. I have dogs and horses. There is plenty of opportunity to ride horses, wonderful walks and bike rides.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Between 25 and 70 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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UN Sustainable Development Goals

Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

Zero hunger

End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.

Good health and well-being

Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages

Life on land

Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.

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27 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Farm

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

21 Get in touch with nature
17 Meeting locals
16 Immersing in the local culture
15 Practicing English
4 Developing environmental awareness
4 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

10 3. Good health and well-being
10 15. Life on land
2 2. Zero hunger

Anna

Austria

I had a very nice time here. Susie is a lovely person and her animals are the sweetest. The work varied from preparing food, planting flowers, mowing the lawn to feeding the chickens and helping with cleaning the nearby church. I had my own little car with which I could go on some daytrips around the area. All in all it was good experience where I could learn a lot of new things about the locals and their culture.

9 days ago

Elena

Italy

I felt welcomed and comfortable at Susie's. The house and the place nearby are beautiful, and you can enjoy them riding or having long walks. The job consists in what you read on the description: taking care of the animals, gardening, little housework. Day-off absolutely respected. What's more, you have the possibility to live the local life, not only with the family but also with the nice neighbours. Everyone was so kind and helpful. An experience that I absolutely recommend to anyone.

about 1 month ago

Katja

Slovenia

A wonderful experience that will always stay in my heart. Susie and her family were incredibly kind and welcoming. I truly felt like part of the family, as she included me in everything she did—riding with her friends, family dinners, going to the movies, shopping... It was my first WP experience, and I couldn't wish for a better one. I even mastered driving on the left side of the road, thanks to the opportunity to borrow her little blue car and explore the surroundings. If you love horses and dogs, this experience is perfect for you. I will miss Susie and all of her furry friends dearly.

4 months ago

Gabriela

Colombia

Susie was an excellent host during our stay there. She was always attentive to us and our needs. Generous and friendly. We were able to connect with nature and the animals. Rizzy and Rebel, the horses, are very calm and easy going. The little dogs and cat are amazing, friendly and cheerful. The facilities of the house are very comfortable, the room is very well equipped as well as the bathroom and the kitchen. I would definitely recommend it and hope to return one day.

4 months ago

Melissa

Colombia

This volunteering experience was definitely one of the best. Susie is an excellent host, she is always attentive to you and your comfort. Her house is beautiful, the place and its surroundings are incredible, you will always be surrounded by nature and animals.I learned a lot about horses and their care, I enjoyed every moment with them and with the puppies and the cat who are adorable. In our free time we go out for walks and visit many nearby towns and beaches. Along the way you will always find a castle or an ancient building.I had a really nice time I will always remember it with much love

4 months ago

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