🔨✨ Help Us Renovate a Sauna in Finland

Help a sustainable project: 5 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
High demand host: This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature: 6 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Practice English: 5 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

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: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

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

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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UN Sustainable Development Goals

Join the host in pursuit of these goals and contribute to building a better and more sustainable future for all.

Sustainable cities and communities

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Responsible consumption and production

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

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6 Reviews

3.5

Host & Team

4.0

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Sustainable Community

4.5

Learning & Fun

3.5

How this experience will transform you

6 Get in touch with nature
5 Practicing English
3 Meeting locals
3 Meeting international travelers
1 Creating true social impact
1 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

4 11. Sustainable cities and communities
1 12. Responsible consumption and production

Aurora

Italy

My experience was lovely. the house is 4 km from the center of Saukkola, and you can get there by bike or by walking, which I recommend since the area is full of hills. for work, with the other volunteers we did some small repairs in the sauna some cleaning, and gardening. if you're ever unsure about the tasks, the neighbors are incredibly kind and will happily explain everything. on your days off, i really recommend visiting Lohja (you can get there by bus), it's worth seeing. overall, it was a memorable experience. if you're looking for a calm stay surrounded by nature, i highly recommend it

3 months ago

Cody

United States

You will have a comfy place to sleep, and you'll be able to enjoy the isolating and peaceful nature in the garden. However, there's basically nothing around besides agricultural land and lakes whose borders are entirely private. Communication from the host was poor. Very poor. Never received a single reply from Pedro, despite reaching out several times with questions. Thankfully another volunteer was present to give some sort of direction. The “staples provided” are just leftover crumbs of whatever past volunteers have left, expect to but your own toilet paper, soap, and cleaning materials.

4 months ago

Alejandro

Mexico

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.

5 months ago

Pedro replied

While I was not always on-site, there were other members of the community and team present to support you throughout your stay, and we remained responsive and available via WhatsApp — as is typical in our distributed cohousing model.

Regarding the location and bike access: the distance to shops and services was clearly communicated in advance, and we offer multiple bikes. Sad to see that despite all you rate us negatively.

Adrián

Spain

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.

6 months ago

Pedro replied

From day one, Adrian brought initiative, adaptability, and great energy to Gamified Cohousing. He supported daily tasks, onboarding, and resident engagement with care and enthusiasm. His clear communication, respect for house guidelines, and willingness to help, whether planned or spontaneous, made him a reliable and valued part of our team.
We’d gladly welcome him back anytime. Thanks for being part of our journey, Adrian!

Anna

Austria

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!

6 months ago

Pedro replied

Thanks for the good words! :-)

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