Sustainable Community Saukkola, Finland

4.0
(4 reviews)4

🔨✨ Help Us Renovate a Sauna in Finland

Help a sustainable project
3 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
4 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Practice English
4 travelers recommend this host to practice English
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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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What you get

2

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.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
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.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
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.
Certificate
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Support
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
1 week

The Experience

We are transforming a beautiful old school into a vibrant Gamified Cohousing project — a unique experiment in sustainable living, collaboration, and community-driven renovation. Now, we are focusing on reviving an old traditional sauna, and we need your help! If you love hands-on projects, community life, and cultural exchange, this is the perfect opportunity to join us! 🌲🛠️

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Requirements

  • Beginner English
  • Between 18 and 65 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

4.0

Host & Team

4.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Sustainable Community

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 4 Get in touch with nature
  • 4 Practicing English
  • 3 Meeting locals
  • 2 Meeting international travelers
  • 1 Immersing in the local culture
  • 1 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 2 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 1 12. Responsible consumption and production

Mexico

2

This experience was far from what I expected. Pedro was never home and only communicated through WhatsApp, which made some things a bit complicated. The place is quite far from the city, and the only store “nearby” requires a bike ride to get to unfortunately, the bikes available are old and don't work very well. The neighbors are kind and helpful people, but they have access to the house whenever they want, which can feel a little uncomfortable at times. That said, if you're someone who enjoys nature, peace, and being away from everything, this could still be a good experience.

20 days ago

Spain

4

A very positive experience, ideal for gaining independence. My first few days helped me improve my English with the friendly neighbors and become more self-sufficient. The tasks are simple, although the instructions were a bit unclear at first when I was alone. The host, Pedro, isn't present (I only saw him once), but he checked in every day via WhatsApp to ask what we had done. The arrival of a volunteer couple after my first week there created an international atmosphere. I recommend it if you're looking for personal growth and autonomy rather than a group-focused experience.

about 1 month ago

Austria

4

My stay was really lovely. I mostly did gardening, which I truly enjoyed, though I didn't work on the sauna. Everyone there was incredibly kind and made me feel very welcome. The area is beautiful, with many lakes. There's a supermarket in Saukkola—about a 30-minute bike ride (you can borrow a bike!), or you can often join a neighbour driving there. As agreed upon, you're responsible for your own groceries and cooking. :) I had a room of my own and the bed was really comfortable! Overall I had a great stay and I hope there will be many other volunteers in the future, thanks for everything!

about 1 month ago


Pedro replied

Thanks for the good words! :-)

Colombia

5

La pasé muy bien, en un lugar muy tranquilo, con mucha naturaleza cerca, las personas son maravillosas y las instalaciones son muy bonitas y cómodas.

2 months ago


Pedro replied

Thanks for the good words! :-)

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