Gardening, revegetation, weed eradication & gardening.

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with nature: 15 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals: 9 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.

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

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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.

Basic Internet Access: Basic 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.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.

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 future volunteers, We are looking for help in setting up a glamping and wellness business, as well as revegetation, weed eradication, gardening and renovations on our 8 1/2 acre rural property. We are situated in Central Victoria. Accommodation is self contained mud brick cottage.

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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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17 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

15 Get in touch with nature
9 Meeting locals
8 Learning about sustainability
8 Immersing in the local culture
7 Meeting international travelers
6 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

14 15. Life on land
7 3. Good health and well-being
3 6. Clean water and sanitation

Opal

United States

I had an amazing time staying with Jo and Andrew! They are very kind and humorous people, and they do their best to make you feel welcome. The work here isn't too difficult and they are very flexible with the hours. While the location is a bit remote, they are willing to drop you off in town on your days off which is really nice if you want to do some exploring. The cottage is gorgeous but it does get a bit chilly at night, so make sure to bring warm lounge/sleeping clothes if you visit in winter!

about 1 month ago

Anna

United States

I had the most amazing time at Candelbark! Jo and Andrew are two of the kindest, most caring, and helpful people I've met during my travels. The cottage is cozy and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The tasks vary depending on what's needed, but they're always different, so you're not stuck doing the same thing every day. Waking up to birds chirping and watching kangaroos every morning while sipping coffee were definitely moments to remember. I'm very grateful for the experience and feel lucky to have met such lovely people. Thank you, Jo and Andrew! I can't wait to come back.

2 months ago

Ërica

Spain

Andrew and Jo are really nice, and the whole family in general. Waking up with kangaroos around me and living in the wilderness has been a very enriching experience. I would definitely go back again. It is a place with a magical energy. Just as Andrew and Jo make it magical. Thank you for welcoming me in such a way.

2 months ago

sofia

Chile

Jo and Andrew are amazing people that made us feel welcome from when we first met them. The work was fun, and jobs and hours were very flexible, and you could see kangaroos everywhere around the house! Wish we could have stayed longer because of the cozy atmosphere. So far this has been one of our favorite experiences here, we cant wait to come back and spend some time with Jo and Andrew! Thanks a lot!

3 months ago

Jo and Andrew replied

Was great to have Sofia and Cam stay with us. They both were excellent in the jobs they did especially the eradication of gorse bushes.
They were very dedicated and were a pleasure to host.
We would have no hesitation in recommending them to other hosts. 😊

Jose

Guatemala

I had an amazing time at the guest house. Jo and Andrew are wonderful hosts who truly made me feel like part of the family. I loved sharing meals with them, talking about my home country, and sharing music with them. I spent half my time in the RV and half my time in the cottage and despite some unfortunate plumbing issues, both were quite comfortable. The work consisted of maintaining the property by weeding, organizing the tool shed, and the occasional help with cleaning the house. Hours were respected and Jo and Andrew were flexible with my schedule. You'll have a great time here.

3 months ago

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