Experience life on a Hebridean Island, Apiaries, Beekeeping
The experience
Homestay in the Hebridies.
Maintainance of homestead, apiaries and beehives, some pet-sitting (2 dogs, 2 cats & hens)
You will stay in a separate cabin at our place, with full access to the main house. All food and living costs are included this is a shared exchange experience where we work together and will support you in your journey wherever we can.
We recently decided just to take single travellers.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Farming:
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
What you get
2 days off per week
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.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
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.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English
Between 20 and 70 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
We welcome volunteers to our home, the exchange is 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 1000 to 1500 in return for bed board & lodgings, cultural exchange and living with the family
We do not pay any money but can help with sundry expenses
You have your own apartment within our home with its own entrance
Activities & Shift
Apiary work (Bee-keeping) variable, as and when required. Flexible approach to leave and days off.
25 hours per week, some weekend work approximately 1000 to 1500
Rules
No smoking indoors
Respect of quiet hours 2200 to 0700
Private time for family in main house living space after 2100