Building, gardening and bees in rural mid Devon!

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Practice English: 13 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Connect with nature: 11 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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

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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.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

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.

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

Hi there, we are a big friendly family who find peace in our large countryside space with our three energetic dogs, two free range toddlers and many a project. Come and get stuck in to help rebuild a large workshop and honey room where some experience in carpentry would be great but not essential! Depending how long you stay there will be opportunities to get out in the garden/veg patch, help with beekeeping and explore what Devon has to offer!

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Requirements

Beginner English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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13 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

13 Practicing English
11 Get in touch with nature
10 Immersing in the local culture
7 Developing environmental awareness
7 Meeting locals
5 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

9 15. Life on land
6 4. Quality education
6 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Lorena del Carmen

Mexico

Simon and his family were very kind and respectful, and our stay was very pleasant. The tasks were very clear and easy to complete. We were able to cook traditional Mexican food for them, and our family Sundays were wonderful.🤗🤗🤗 See you soon

13 days ago

LUIS ERIK

Mexico

From the day one I felt very welcoming. Simon, Caroline, Evie, Will, Nelsol and Zennor were very kind. Our site to sleep was really lovely and comfortable. Simon and Caroline were always looking out for us, the tasks were easy to do, and I learned about the bees. They always respect your time and are very flexible with it. The tours to the National Park and Plymouth were amazing. They always do the best effort for you. Thank you Simon.

13 days ago

Yareck

Peru

It was a unique and wonderful experience since I arrived here. Simon is an excellent person and very patient. He taught me a lot while working. Caroline always helped me with any problem I needed. Evie, Will, and their two children. I enjoyed many trips together on the weekends with them. They were always very cheerful and kind. I liked life in the countryside and the landscapes are beautiful. The daily walks through the forest with their two dogs were very fun. I loved their delicious pasta and pizza for dinner.If you want to have an unique experience, Grannys the home is the best option.

5 months ago

Anna

Spain

I'm very happy of meeting Simon & Caroline during my first experience with Worldpackers, I couldn't imagine anything better!! I have lived a total immersion in a warming and welcoming family, always kind and good mood. With nice and interesting tasks, I've learnt a lot of things about bees! Healthy and delicious meals. I had my own space in the cabin,where you have all you need. Public transport is not accessible on foot, but on the other hand you are relaxed in the countryside surrounded by nature and beautiful landscapes. It has been an unforgettable experience and I'm very grateful to you!!

7 months ago

Lucas

Brazil

I have been volunteering for already 8 months and I can easily say that the experience at Granny's the home was one of the best ones! More than a great experience it was a lesson for life! Simon and Caroline are great human beings! All the time they interact with care and joy asking with you are well or happy with the task you are doing! The working hours are respected and the tasks are easy and pleasant. I worked in the garden, construction and with the bees🐝🤩! Their family and dogs are beautiful and happy bringing even more joy at the environment! All the best ! Please to meet you guys!

8 months ago

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Hosted by Simon

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