Help with Gardening and Restoration at Our Historic Devon House 🌿 🇬🇧

Connect with nature: 4 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 4 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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: 1 week

Stay up to: 2 weeks

The Experience

We are looking for help with house renovations, gardening, and animal care in return for comfortable accommodation and good food during an interesting and fun cultural exchange. Over 11 years ago we moved to a large traditional thatched house in Devon with sheep, ducks and chickens. There is some outside work and gardening as well as decorating. You will have plenty of free time to explore our area of natural beauty on bikes, buses or drop off.

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Requirements

Beginner English
Between 18 and 80 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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4 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

4 Get in touch with nature
4 Immersing in the local culture
4 Meeting locals
2 Practicing English
2 Learning about sustainability
2 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

2 3. Good health and well-being
2 15. Life on land
1 12. Responsible consumption and production

jordan

United States

Jill and Steve are very kind and hospitable, it was like being at home with my parents, always taken care of and comfortable and fed.Life in a historical thatched roof house makes the experience like something from a story book. The work was rewarding, fun, and inspiring then we would finish the day with some epic adventures on the coast with beautiful views and best of all , very friendly locals. The recommendation was top notch. My favorite part was meeting the locals and being immersed in the couture and eating so much good food and pubs.

5 months ago

Elise

United States

Our experience at the home was fantastic! Jill and Steve were amazing hosts. Our accommodations were private and comfortable, we had our own space to unwind and relax. The work was fun! We did outside projects and got to restore a few pond, build a willow fence with a fairy door! We did some hedging and clearing too, it felt great to work outside. Having meals together was a great way to learn more about the area and culture and were delicious! We had a great time and would highly recommend!

5 months ago

Annette

Colombia

Our experience with Jill and Steve was amazing. From the very beginning, they made us feel at home, always attentive and willing to help with anything we needed. They recommended wonderful places to explore in the area, which made our stay even more special. The tasks were well explained and organized, allowing us to work efficiently while also enjoying our time. Both of them were very kind, and the food was delicious. We highly recommend this place without hesitation. Thank you, Jill and Steve, for everything!

6 months ago

Carolina

Colombia

My friend Annette and I had the most wonderful experience volunteering at the home. From the very first day, Jill and Steve made us feel right at home. Their kindness and cheerful energy were truly heartwarming. They introduced us to English cuisine Jill's cooking is absolutely delicious! They were always attentive to our needs. We're so grateful for the warmth and hospitality they shared with us. Thank you for making this experience unforgettable!

6 months ago

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