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Island Retreat: Help at a Hidden Guesthouse with Sea Views

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The experience

Stay at a hidden traditional Japanese house on a peaceful island! Help with room cleaning and gardening. Located on a hill, the house offers a beautiful sea view. Explore cycling routes, local restaurants, and a seaside outdoor bath. Shops are just a short walk away!

What you offer

15 hours of help per week

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

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

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English or Beginner Italian

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Stay at a peaceful traditional Japanese house on a hill with a beautiful sea view. Volunteers will help with cleaning, setting up rooms, and gardening while enjoying relaxed island life, local culture, and nature.

Activities & Shift

Main tasks include cleaning, setting up rooms for guests, and gardening. Working hours are about 2 to 3 hours per day, 5 days a week. You will have lots of free time to explore the island and relax.

Rules

Please be respectful, responsible, and positive. Keep the house clean and tidy. If you notice anything that a guest might find uncomfortable or concerning, please take action or let us know immediately. No smoking inside. Enjoy your stay and feel at home!