Come to help us and enjoy Castleisland, Ireland

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Practice English: 4 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Connect with nature: 4 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

Save to Wishlist

Apply Now

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

Learn more

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.

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.

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.

Verified Host: This host has been verified by our team before joining the community.

WP Safeguard: Did something not go as planned? Contact our team.; Learn more

Learn more

Availability

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Stay at least: 1 week

The Experience

We live in North Kerry, Ireland, about 30 minutes from the sea, there's a ruined castle in the next field and fantastic views of the hills. Our house is a restoration project, built in 1835, "we" are an antique dealer and carpenter, between us we are restoring the house and its gardens.

Learn more

Requirements

Intermediate English
Over 21 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Learn more

Talk to those who have lived the experience

In our community, you can talk to worldpackers who have already collaborated with this host and get your questions answered directly.

You can ask things like:

a) How was your experience with this host?
b) How was your day-to-day routine?
c) How much did you spend on this trip?

Exclusive for members

Connect with those who will also be there

Become a Verified Member and exchange ideas before your trip with other worldpackers who will be volunteering in the same place as you.

Become a member

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

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

4 3. Good health and well-being
2 4. Quality education
2 13. Climate action

Tricia

United States

Wow, I could not have asked for a better experience! Howard made me feel right at home as soon as I arrived. I was happy to assist in renovations and build on my practical skill set. Some days were physically demanding, others were set aside for cleaning and organizing. We took turns preparing delicious meals. The home is beautiful, the views are great, the dogs are adorable, and Howard is a gracious teacher. I would recommend this experience to anyone interested in learning more about painting, decorating, building, and repairing.

about 3 hours ago

Tchandra Nina

Brazil

The stay at the house was simply great. Howard is an amazing host, always asking if we are ok and explaining the tasks clearly. He make us feel completely comfortable and have good times together. The hours were respected and we could have time for ourselves. The tasks completely manageable, the food was always great and we cooked in turns. The place is amazing, far from cities and great to feel the peace of nature. If you want to feel welcomed, learn more about repairs, gardening and live like locals in the countryside, this is the perfect option for you.

17 days ago

Clayton

Argentina

My experience was amazing. There are beautiful views and historical sites nearby. A perfect place if you are looking to be close to nature and in peace. Howard, the host, is a gentleman and a one-of-a-kind. A high skilled worker who can teach you a lot and also share lots of stories. He has two dogs that are very sweet. The house itself is like a picture straight out of a book. The accommodations are clean and cozy. My job was outside, working in the garden. We took turns cooking and helping to keep the house clean and comfortable. I highly recommend this position and I'm very grateful for it

about 2 months ago

Cecilia

Italy

I had a really nice time at Howard's! The working hours are respected and there's a nice variety of things to do; apart from the working hours volunteers take in turns to cook for dinner and to clean. The house is in phase of restoration and it's open countryside, so the lifestyle is quite rural, but I personally found the estate beautiful, and the surroundings as well if you want to explore; the closest pub is at 15 minutes by walk. Howard is really kind and friendly, he helps you a lot with your English and makes you feel like at home from the very beginning. I definitely recommend:)

about 2 months ago

Lea

Germany

I had a wonderful time at the home. The estate is amazing! Howard is very friendly, and the dogs are lovely too. I felt comfortable right away. Howard creates a relaxed and open atmosphere that makes it easy to feel at home. There's a good balance between work and free time. Although the location is quite rural, you can get around by bicycle. It's the perfect place to unwind and improve your English.

2 months ago

View all

View all 11 photos

About the host

• Recently Online

Hosted by Howard

Response Rate: This host usually answers to 40% of the messages
Response Time: This host usually writes back in A few hours

Want to know more about this host?

We only provide detailed host information and videos to Members

Become a member

Academy

How to become an outstanding Worldpacker

Understand how the volunteer experience works, what hosts value in exchange and what it's like to live collaborating with people from all over the world!