Come to help us and enjoy Castleisland, Ireland
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.
What you offer
25 hours of help 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
What you get
2 days off per week
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.
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.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
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
Program Details
We are looking for people willing to learn restoration skills, this could be woodwork decorating or gardening. We enjoy teaching people. Alternatively if you have skills you think we could use, do let us know.
Rules
You will be expected to help with household stuff, we take it in turns to cook and clean. We have two friendly dogs, smoking outside, no other rules other than we are definitely not right wing.