Homestay Agios nikolaos, Greece

5.0
(4 reviews)4

Live in a unique earthbag home with beautiful views!!!

Connect with the locals
4 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Connect with nature
4 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Needs help immediately
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.
Arts
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
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.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet 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!
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
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
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
3 weeks

The Experience

Hello! I’m Sofia, and I live in the beautiful region of Crete. I am looking for handy, creative, and enthusiastic volunteers to help with a variety of exciting projects spread across two different family locations: my own home, my parents' property. We need help with: DIY & Building Tasks: Basic construction or renovation work. Woodworking: General carpentry and woodwork projects. Arts & Crafts: This is for fun!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 27 and 50 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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4 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 4 Meeting locals
  • 4 Get in touch with nature
  • 4 Creating true social impact
  • 4 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Developing social awareness
  • 3 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 3 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 3 15. Life on land
  • 1 7. Affordable and clean energy
Rory

Ireland

5

My time in Agios Nikolaos has been an unforgettable experience. I couldn't have asked for a nicer family to stay and work with. From the moment I arrived, I was made to feel welcome and part of the family. Their kindness, generosity and hospitality made my stay truly special. Agios Nikolaos is a beautiful place with stunning beaches, lovely scenery and a wonderful atmosphere. I've made so many amazing memories and thoroughly enjoyed every moment. I'm incredibly grateful for the experience and would highly recommend staying and working here to anyone.

20 days ago

Zoë

United States

5

Whenever I have a life-altering experience, I always find myself at a loss for words. You can only imagine how difficult it is to write a review for a family who changed my life forever. Sofia, Maria, & George welcomed me into their home, fed me the most delicious food I have ever eaten, cared for my health, and made me feel at home. They taught me about the history and the language. We did crafts in the morning & Maria taught me how to make Greek coffee; I watched the sunrise from the σπιτάκι and explored all the local beaches. We became family. And for that, I am forever grateful. Ευχαριστώ!

about 2 months ago

Renan

Brazil

5

An amazing host family! They welcomed me from day one and made me feel like part of the family. I experienced the local culture, learned some Greek, made traditional handicrafts, and shared unforgettable moments with them.

The work hours were always respected, and the accommodation was clean, private, comfortable, and very well equipped.

They truly set the bar very high! I'm incredibly grateful for their kindness, generosity, and everything they shared with me. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!

3 months ago

Francesca

Italy

5

My experience was wonderful, I went back richer than before, with a consistent amount of new skills and feelings.
Waking up every day, looking at the sunrise in the spitaki, spending time with amazing people is priceless.
I am so grateful ❣️

3 months ago


Sofia replied

Francesca thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure to meet you and become friends with you! I had the most amazing time when you were here! You are a wonderful person full of kindness and positivity! I hope I see you soon!

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