Eco Lodge Gipuzkoa, Spain

4.5
(49 reviews)49

Conoce Euskal Herria mientras ayudas en la casa

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Connect with nature
34 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
31 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

20h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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What you get

3

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
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!
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
2 months

The Experience

Estamos muy felices de recibirte en nuestro equipo. Queremos que tu estancia sea una experiencia increíble, llena de aprendizaje y buena energía, y que aproveches al máximo tus días libres para explorar y enamorarte de esta maravillosa región. Para ayudarte a ubicarte desde el primer momento, aquí te compartimos la información clave sobre nuestra convivencia y trabajo

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Requirements

  • Intermediate Spanish or Beginner English
  • Between 22 and 38 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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49 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Eco Lodge

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 34 Get in touch with nature
  • 31 Immersing in the local culture
  • 24 Meeting locals
  • 21 Meeting international travelers
  • 18 Learning about sustainability
  • 13 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 20 7. Affordable and clean energy
  • 19 5. Gender equality
  • 15 6. Clean water and sanitation
Isabel

Brazil

5

The lodge is a beautiful place with stunning views. It's a 20 min walk from the small village of Azpeitia and a good place if you like to work hard. Ana, the owner, buys plenty of food for the volunteers and has a nice big vegetable/fruit garden that you can pick what you want at anytime. It's hard cleaning work but if you manage to talk to Ana and organize your schedule, hours, benefits, etc, you'll get a good deal. We sleep in comfortable beds in a shared room in the garage with bathroom, air conditioning, fan and we can wash our clothes at anytime. Ana, her kids and mother were lovely :)

about 1 month ago


Ana replied



Hola Isabel,

muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia y por tus bonitas palabras 😊 Nos alegra mucho saber que estuvistes a gusto en Baiolei. Para nosotros también fue un placer tenerte aquí; trajistes una energía diferente, muy bonita y con mucha alegría. 💚

Ha sido un placer compartir estos días con vosotros y esperamos volver a encontrarnos en algún momento. ¡Un abrazo y mucha suerte en todo! 🌿✨

Raul

Brazil

3

Important to know this experience is mostly focused on heavy cleaning tasks, especially dust removal under beds/furniture and cleaning toilets. The amount of dust was difficult for me due to my allergy. The room is mixed, with 3 beds and no windows, so ventilation is limited. Schedule changes were frequent, making it hard to plan trips on days off. Food also became limited after a week, especially protein options. I wouldn't recommend it for people seeking cultural exchange with the host family, as interaction was minimal. Better for people comfortable with isolation and who likes to clean.

5 months ago


Ana replied

Raúl aceptó previamente las condiciones y tareas del voluntariado, que desde hace años se centran principalmente en limpieza y mantenimiento de la casa rural. Lamentamos que la experiencia no haya sido adecuada para él, aunque durante su estancia también hubo muchas dificultades por su parte: frecuentes quejas físicas y tareas básicas sin terminar. Intentamos siempre mantener un ambiente respetuoso y claro con todos los voluntarios...

Michael

Ireland

5

My stay at the lodge was very tranquil and peaceful. Ana was very accommodating to anything I needed as a guest in her home and I enjoyed our time together. I was asked to do many jobs in any way I could help the community and I was glad to do it! Definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for place to enjoy nature and peace. Thanks for everything Ana!

almost 3 years ago


Ana replied

Dear Michael,

We wanted to express our heartfelt appreciation for your kind words and for the wonderful experience of having you as a volunteer at Baiolei. Your stay was indeed tranquil and peaceful, and we're pleased to hear that you found us accommodating during your time as our guest.

Your willingness to contribute to the community and your cheerful approach to various tasks were truly appreciated. Your positive attitude and eagerness to help made a significant difference.

We also enjoyed the opportunity to get to know you better and hear about your experiences. Your presence added a special touch to our community.

Thank you for recommending this experience to others who seek nature and peace. It means a lot to us.

If you ever decide to return, you'll always be welcome here. Once again, thanks for everything, Michael!

Warm regards,
Ana
baiolei.com

Javier

Chile

4

The experience was nice overall and the little towns are cute but there's not much really happening. It's good to disconnect from big cities and tourists and connect with nature. Great for biking around. Don't hesitate to contact me for further details.

about 3 years ago


Ana replied

Thank you Javier for the review, thank you for the recipes you made in our house, they were good times. I am very sorry not to practice English, it was difficult for me, and seeing that there were other tasks at home.... Many kisses and I hope we stay in touch

Milagros

Argentina

5

Azpeitia es hermoso! Me llevo una muy buena experiencia de acá. Ana y su familia siempre muy atentos estuvieron dispuestos a ayudarme en todo lo que necesitaba hasta el último día. el alojamiento es precioso, las habitación de voluntarios es grande y cómoda y los espacios muy lindos. Lo recomiendo y volvería ❤️

about 1 month ago


Ana replied

Mila ha sido una voluntaria encantadora. Ha sido muy responsable, trabajadora y comprometida durante toda su estancia en Baiolei. Siempre ha mostrado muy buena disposición para ayudar en las tareas y ha realizado su trabajo con mucho cariño y cuidado.

Además, ha sido un placer compartir estos días con ella. Es una persona amable, respetuosa y cercana, y se ha integrado muy bien con nuestra familia y con el ambiente de la casa.

Estamos muy agradecidos por su ayuda. Eskerrik asko

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