Come and help me in the garden and small housekeeping
The experience
Looking for a kind volunteer to help me – a cheerful 70-year-old Czech-Icelandic lady – in my cozy Danish home. Help with gardening, small tasks, and enjoy lovely days together. I offer warm meals, a comfy room, bike, bus card, gym pass – and cuddles from my sweet dog. 💛
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Housekeeping:
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Elderly Care:
Assisting and spending time with the elderly.
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.
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.
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.
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
Beginner Czech or Beginner English
Over 21 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
🌼 Volunteer Program: Be My Right Hand in the Danish Countryside 🏡🐶
Host: 70-year-old Czech-Icelandic woman
Location: Rural Denmark, peaceful and green area (approx. 1.5 hours from Copenhagen)
Languages Spoken: Czech, Icelandic, English, some Danish
Duration: Flexible (minimum stay preferred: 2 weeks)
💬 About Me
I’m a warm and cheerful 70-year-old lady living in a cozy home in the Danish countryside with my sweet dog. I have a big heart, a beautiful garden, and always something going on – but I could use a kind helper to share the work and joy. You’ll be like my right hand!
🛠️ What You’ll Help With
Gardening and outdoor maintenance
Light building, painting, or repairs
General household tasks
Companionship in the evenings
Optional: walking the dog and sharing time together
No special skills required – just a positive attitude, a love for animals, and a willingness to help.
🎁 What I Offer You
🏡 Free accommodation in a private room
🍽️ Home-cooked meals
🚲 Bicycle to explore the area
🚌 Public transport card for easy travel
💪 Free gym card
🐶 A sweet dog to keep you company
💛 A warm, peaceful environment where you're treated like family
🌿 In Your Free Time
This area is rich in natural beauty and fresh air. The nearby beaches are perfect for bathing in summer, and there are many scenic bike paths for cycling and exploring. You'll find beautiful forests, open fields, and plenty of wildlife.
There are also great tourist attractions nearby:
Lalandia Water Park
Knuthenborg Safari Park
Crocodile Zoo
Quaint villages, small museums, and coastal viewpoints
And if you’d like a city break, Copenhagen is just 1.5 hours away by bus or train.
🤗 Ideal Volunteer
You're easygoing, helpful, and enjoy nature, animals, and meaningful company. Whether you're young
Activities & Shift
Weekly Schedule:
You will help approximately 4–5 hours a day, 5 days a week – with two free days to relax or explore the area. I’m flexible and we can agree on the best times together.
Typical Tasks May Include:
🌿 Gardening: weeding, planting, trimming, watering
🔨 Light repairs: painting, small fixes, DIY projects
🧹 Household help: cleaning, tidying, laundry
🐶 Dog care: walks, feeding (if you like animals!)
👩🦳 Companionship: occasional chats, tea time, or movie evenings
We’ll plan the days together, based on weather and what’s needed. I’m very understanding and will always respect your time and energy.
Rules
To make sure we both feel comfortable and respected, here are a few simple guidelines in my home:
🚫 This is an alcohol-free home – I kindly ask that you don’t drink while staying here.
💤 No overnight guests unless we’ve agreed together in advance.
🧹 Please help keep shared spaces clean and tidy.
🐾 Be kind to my dog – he’s part of the family.
🕊️ Respect quiet hours in the evening.
❤️ Be open, honest, and communicate with me – I’m easy to talk to!
I offer a peaceful, safe, and welcoming space – and I hope you'll feel right at home here too.