Guest House Rhynie, United Kingdom

5.0
(21 reviews)21

Seasonal gardening tasks on our 5 acre Scottish 'oasis of calm'

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with nature
19 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
18 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

20h

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
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What you get

2

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.
Tent
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
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
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Join us in Rhynie, UK, and help care for our beautiful 5-acre garden! As busy teachers, we need assistance with gardening. No expert knowledge required, just a love for gardening and common sense. Enjoy a warm Scottish welcome and explore the stunning surroundings. In your free time, discover local hiking trails, historical sites, and charming villages. Make a difference while experiencing the tranquility of rural Scotland.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English
  • Over 18 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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21 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 19 Get in touch with nature
  • 18 Immersing in the local culture
  • 15 Meeting locals
  • 15 Meeting international travelers
  • 13 Learning about sustainability
  • 12 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 16 15. Life on land
  • 14 3. Good health and well-being
  • 12 4. Quality education
Natalie

Israel

5

We had a wonderful time, both performing different tasks on the land, and enjoying the nature around. We enjoyed helping with the landscaping, weeding, picking berries and plants, building shelving, making jam etc.
Struan and Isla are thoughtful, welcoming, and caring hosts and in general great people. Spending time with other volunteers and guests was fun too and a great social experience.
We had the chance to visit a few castles and beaches, and could take the train to Inverness and to Aberdeen from the nearby town.
We already miss the humans, Maya and even the gaggle of geese.

2 months ago

Lorimar

Puerto Rico

5

This was my first time volunteering and it couldn't have been more perfect. My time there was very peaceful. Struan and Isla couldn't have made me feel more welcomed and comfortable! I really loved my time there so much so that I want to go back :)

3 months ago

Melissa

United States

5

I recommend Willow Cottage as a world-packer experience, it has been fulfilling, I learned new skills and I had fun doing many things for the first time.

At Willow Cottage you get clear projects and the freedom to hike through heather and gave on new born lambs.

You may not meet nicer, kinder or realer people, I was greeted and treated with exceptional generosity.

The homestead and projects are wonderful and you get s sense of accomplishment at your own pace.

You couldn't ask for more from the surrounding landscape, it delivers archeological sites amidst beauty.

6 months ago

Francesca Akos

United States

5

Wow, very thankful to have experienced Rhynie. This exchange was just what I needed. If you have an interest in archeaology, and living among the land ( organic fruits and veg, fresh air, sound of the birds, beautiful scenic picnics ) this place is for you. The work itself was fun and really allows you to form a relationship with the 🌍. The 🏕 super cozy & life is chill🧘🏾‍♀️. Straun & Isla were super host, often taking me on adventures🤠 and shopping runs. Locals are 🧚🏿‍♀️. You also have time for yourself so healthy balance ☯️. The Dog, Goslings and toads were also sweet and friendly.

7 months ago

Anna

United Kingdom

5

Excellent communication and expectation management! Thanks a mil for the experience :)

about 1 year ago

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About the host

Hosted by Struan

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This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.
Response Rate
This host usually answers to 50% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 12 days

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