Handyman wanted - surfhouse 🌴Portugal🌴

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 international travelers: 18 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Practice English: 12 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

24h

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.

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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.

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

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.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Surfboards: You can use our surfboards as much as you want.

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

Looking for a Handy Legend! We’re on the lookout for someone who knows their way around a paintbrush or some basic tools — or both! There’s always a fun project happening here, whether it’s building something new or giving things a fresh look. We’re all about keeping a good balance between getting things done and having a great time while we’re at it. If you like helping out, being part of a team, and don’t mind getting your hands a little dirty!

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Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 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

18 Meeting international travelers
12 Practicing English
8 Get in touch with nature
8 Meeting locals
7 Immersing in the local culture
3 Practicing Spanish

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

5 3. Good health and well-being
5 14. Life below water
3 2. Zero hunger

Borbala

Hungary

From the moment I arrived, I was so welcomed to the guest house, Cece and the other volunteers really made me feel like I was part of their little family. The vibes are always really good, the house is super nice, and the hours are well respected; you have plenty of time off during the day. One thing that might not be obvious at first, that you are not only doing things in the kitchen, but also once a week a deep clean of the house( vacuuming, mopping etc..). It is pretty easy to do, but it might be helpful to know. Everything was amazing, and I hope I can return to the guest house as soon as possible.

25 days ago

Sankhya

United States

Had a beautiful time in FIguera the guest house. Just like all the reviews you must be reading, Cece is a phenomenal host and is the sweetest human being. I'd recommend this experience to anyone who wants to connect more with nature and appreciate your time on this planet more. Most of the work revolves around cooking and cleaning up post meals. So I learnt a lot about food. The hours are respected and you have ample time to work on your personal projects! I don't think there is a better place to watch the sunsets from!

2 months ago

Caitlyn

Australia

I had a wonderful time at the guest house! The volunteers, Cece and Nalu and the surf school were all amazing! Work schedule was super flexible thanks to Cece! Beautiful place and beautiful people 🫶🤙

7 months ago

Wera

Sweden

The guest house was my first worldpackers experience and the bar is now set HIGH for any future hosts! I was given so much support, love and well taken care of. You are given all the food needed throughout the day which was such a luxury. The room (and all of the facility) was very fresh and the work neat. You easily understood the assignments and hours were well respected. Lots of time to surf, skate and enjoy the sun. I would love to come back to the guest house!

7 months ago

Lærke Kirstine

Denmark

THANKS A LOT TO THE BEST CECE AND NALU🙏🏼❤️❤️ Seriously Cece (she'll be your boss mama😎) is the greatest to work with and for. Always good communication and respect. The house is beautiful, the food is delicious and the vibes r just good. And huge thanks to the surf school (DUDE). Spent two months here and for sure going back asap. Thanks a lot for everything. Will miss this place until next time🥺

7 months ago

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