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12h
- 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.
- Cleaning
- Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
- Building & Repairing
- Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
What you get
3
- 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.
- Basic Internet Access
- Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
- 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.
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Availability
Aug
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- Stay at least
- 1 week
- Stay up to
- 1 week
The Experience
We are a retired couple that need help with gardening on our 1 acre property. We are offering our large caravan on site. We can offer transport to the attractions on Phillip Island. We can also pick up from public transport if used.
Learn moreRequirements
- Intermediate English or Intermediate Dutch
- Between 20 and 40 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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3 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Homestay
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 2 Immersing in the local culture
- 2 Meeting international travelers
- 2 Meeting locals
- 2 Practicing English
- 1 Get in touch with nature
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 1 3. Good health and well-being
Chloe
United Kingdom
We had a lovely week on Phillip Island! John and Anja were friendly and helpful, welcoming us, setting us up, and introducing us to the community. They also lent us ebikes and drove us to see the penguins. We helped with gardening, moving firewood and mulch. Working outdoors was fun, and we had plenty of time to explore the island. The caravan was comfy, and it was nice to have our own space. A word of warning though- it does get cold on the island in winter, especially at night. The island is lovely and definitely worth a proper visit, and we're grateful to have had this opportunity!
20 days ago
Anabela
Argentina
John and Anja are a wonderful couple. From the very beginning, John was friendly, flexible, and always full of good energy. He made me feel comfortable in his home and was a great tour guide. He was always willing to take me wherever I needed, just like my new friend Josh, with whom I shared this volunteering experience. He also introduced me to some amazing people, like Judy, with whom I worked printing bags. The island is stunning, and John gives you plenty of time to explore. It's an experience I'll never forget, and I hope to see them again soon! 💜
5 months ago
Josh
United Kingdom
This is a fantastic volunteering opportunity, John and Anja are both super lovely and welcoming to their home. Hours are flexible, as long as you do the work. Couldn't have asked for better hosts, they were kind and considerate, and even helped me with seeing the island in full! Overall had a blast here ❤️
5 months ago
John replied
Thanks Josh - The feeling is mutual - It was a pleasure to have you, especially as we now have a huge wood pile ready for winter! Thanks again
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