Loksa Paradise

Volunteers often come to Estonia because this tiny country feels intriguing and off the usual travel routes. And more often than not, they end up getting much more than they expected! Estonia is a place that attracts those looking for open spaces, peace, and untouched wilderness, while still offering the chance to explore an ancient culture that has held onto its roots despite centuries of foreign rule.

This country is fascinating—it was one of the last nations in Europe to be forced into Christianity, it speaks a language completely different from most European tongues, and it prides itself on being deeply connected to nature while also being incredibly smart and forward-thinking when it comes to technology.

Tallinn, less than an hour away by car or a little over an hour by bus, is a vibrant and welcoming city, especially in summer!

Our home is right in the heart of Lahemaa National Park, surrounded by breathtaking forest trails, mysterious bogs, scenic observation towers, and countless beaches—each with its own charm. There are also cultural attractions nearby, from ancient fishing villages to hidden natural gems waiting to be explored.

Our town is perfectly situated in the center of the park, close to the sea, and well connected by bus. But if you want to explore more freely, we’re happy to lend you a car or a bike!

Volunteering at our place should be a pleasant and relaxing experience. We’re not demanding—our main goal is to create a friendly and easygoing atmosphere where you can feel at home. It’s simply an exchange: we offer you a place to stay, and in return, you help out a little with general tasks.

We’d love for you to feel comfortable, take time to explore the surroundings, and enjoy your stay while also giving us a hand with the house, garden, and other small projects in an independent and flexible way. More than anything, we hope to build a warm and friendly connection! 😊🏡🌿✨

We’re an expat couple who left the city to create a home where we could have a garden, a bigger house, and space to welcome family, friends, and exciting projects. We share our home with our friendly dog and our lively 2-year-old, who keeps us on our toes! 😊

Our town is nestled in the heart of Lahemaa National Park, one of Estonia’s most famous nature spots. It’s small but has everything needed for daily life—supermarkets, buses, schools, doctors, and a community space for events. That’s why we chose to live here! Plus, the beach is just a 15-minute walk away—beautiful, sandy, and with shallow waters that sometimes feel like a scene from Interstellar—you walk and walk, but the water never gets deeper! 🌊

We wanted a garden to reconnect with nature, eat healthier, and learn how to grow our own food. In the future, we dream of having more land and involving the local community in cultivating together and sharing produce. We’d also love to bring more cultural events to town! Federico studied Fine Arts at the Academy of Milan, and Lena has been doing improv theater for over three years. A long-term goal would be to open a multipurpose coffee/cultural/garden market space, as there is no public café in town yet.

But we’ve realized that making all these projects happen is impossible without a little extra help! That’s why we’ve decided to open our home to travellers. Federico has travelled extensively and has been hosted all over Europe, so we’ve always seen our house as a place full of movement and connection. With three extra bedrooms, it has always been a welcoming space for guests, and we’d love to continue that tradition!

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Hostel

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Learning & Fun

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About the experience in: Loksa linn, Estonia

Brazil

5

I genuinely don't have enough words to express my gratitude for Lena and Fede's hospitality. From the very first moment, Lena naturally makes you feel right at home; she is a kind, generous, and perceptive person who is always attentive to details and always does her best to make us happy. Fede is an energetic guy and will never run out of deep topics for a good conversation. Both are extremely flexible and respectful. I never felt any pressure regarding work; I felt like I was in a friendly environment of mutual collaboration, and I understood that this is the real meaning of volunteering.

6 days ago

About the experience in: Loksa linn, Estonia

Australia

5

My first volunteer experience, and I, without a doubt, could not recommend this family more. They are respectful, kind and humorous. Living in a trilingual (+) household, learning about the local way of life as well as Lena and Fede's stories, I have left with many memories and skills from my stay. They are flexible with work, always offer support, check in to see how you are going and are very generous. It is such a loving and welcoming home, especially with their daughter and dog. the home is a peaceful, beautiful place to stay. I wish I could have stayed longer and am torn to leave.

about 2 months ago

About the experience in: Loksa linn, Estonia

United States

5

My volunteer experience with Lena & Federico exceeded my expectations! From the very beginning they made me feel very welcome and comfortable in their home. When you're traveling, it can often be isolating or lonely, but I felt like I was apart of their family. The work was as expected, and flexible with what I wanted to do. Their good people, & I would come back again if I could.

5 months ago

About the experience in: Loksa linn, Estonia

Guatemala

5

I have travel a lot meeting many people, but meeting Fede, Lena and LULE❤️, was a wonderful experience. They are very flexible and make you feel as part of the family. In this place you will find authentic friendship. Thank you for the opportunity, I miss you guys, specially LUUUUULEEEE ❤️

5 months ago

About the experience in: Loksa linn, Estonia

Italy

5

My 1st volunteering: 4 weeks with a wonderful family!Lena and Fede are a beautiful couple; they genuinely care about the well-being of the volunteer and make sure to include you in their family activities!Their little girl, Luule, will win you over instantly and their dog Yoda is adorable! I did house cleaning, very manageable. the home is peaceful, surrounded by nature, but with a bus stop behind the house to Tallinn (1.5h). I had fears before leaving, but it was the best choice! Thank you Lena, Fede, Luule & Yoda for these beautiful memories! If you have questions, ask me! You won't regret it!

5 months ago


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