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🔨 Restoration · Maintenance · Construction · Design · Community
We are transforming an old house in Villa de Leyva into a new concept of hostel and co-living for travelers from around the world.
The very old house has a lot of character and charm, but it also needs work, care, and several improvements to become a cozy, functional space ready to welcome travelers.
5 hours of help per day
Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
1 day 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.
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
Between 20 and 35 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Travel insurance
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
That's why we are looking for volunteers who want to be part of the project from the beginning.
🌿 You're not coming to a finished hostel.
You're coming to help us build it.
🔨 What do we need help with?
Since the house is old, we will have different maintenance, repair and construction projects, depending on the needs at the moment and on your skills.
🧱 Maintenance and construction
We especially seek people with experience or interest in:
Wall and ceiling painting
Repair and maintenance of walls
Plastering and finishes
Floor repairs
Restoration and maintenance of doors and windows
Repair and maintenance of furniture
Installation and assembly of furniture
Small carpentry jobs
DIY
Shelf mounting
Installation of decorative elements
General repairs of the house
Maintenance of installations
Organization and adaptation of spaces
Gardening and exterior maintenance
Deep cleaning after works
Preparation of rooms and common spaces
🛠️ If you have construction knowledge...
We would love to meet you!
People with experience in masonry, carpentry, painting, electricity, plumbing, maintenance or restoration can contribute a lot to the project.
It is not necessary to be a professional, but we are looking for responsibility and care when working with an old house.
🏡 Restore a house with history
One of the special things about this project is precisely that we are working on an old house.
We want to preserve its personality and, at the same time, transform it into a modern, comfortable and functional space for travelers.
That's why there will be a mix of:
🧱 Repair
🎨 Paint
🔨 Build
🪵 Restore
🪴 Beautify
🛋️ Furnish
✨ Create
Each small task will help transform the house.
🎨 You can also contribute your creativity
In addition to maintenance and construction, there are many other ways to participate:
📸 Content and social media
Photography
Video
Instagram
TikTok
Reels
Storytelling
Creation of content about the transformation process
🎨 Design
Decoration
Ambience
Murals
Signage
Space organization
Ideas to create a visual identity
🌎 Who are we looking for?
We are especially interested in travelers:
🔨 With construction or maintenance skills
🎨 Creative people
🪵 With experience in carpentry or DIY
🧑🎨 Interested in restoration and decoration
🌱 Who enjoy working outdoors
You don't need to have all these skills.
The most important is that you are a responsible, collaborative, respectful person and eager to learn.
❤️ What do we offer you?
The opportunity to live a different experience in Villa de Leyva, while being part of a project that is starting from zero.
During your stay you will be able to:
🏡 Live in a construction project
🌎 Meet travelers from different countries
🥾 Explore Villa de Leyva and its surroundings
🏔️ Enjoy nature
🍳 Share meals and experiences
🤝 Get to know the local culture.
🏡 House rules — Sumercé Viajero
We want this to be a space where travelers from different countries can feel at home, share and learn together. To make the experience pleasant and safe for everyone, we ask you to respect these rules:
🤝 1. Respect above all
We treat all people with respect, regardless of nationality, culture, language, age or beliefs.
🏡 2. Take care of the house as if it were yours
We are restoring an old house, so each space requires special care. Do not damage walls, furniture, doors, windows, facilities or elements of the house.
🔨 3. Safety first
Tools and building materials should be used only according to the instructions and the experience level of each person.
No volunteer should perform work for which they are not trained.
It is not allowed to use power tools or perform electrical, plumbing, height or construction work without authorization and supervision.
🦺 4. Use protective equipment
When the task requires, it is mandatory to use the appropriate protective equipment.
⏰ 5. Meet the agreed schedules
We respect the schedules set for volunteer activities. If you need to change your schedule, let us know in advance.
🧹 6. Keep spaces clean
After work, each volunteer must clean and properly store the tools and materials used.
Especially after painting, sanding, repair or construction work.
🛠️ 7. Do not make modifications on your own
Holes in walls, painting, moving installations, removing elements, performing repairs or modifying spaces cannot be done without prior consultation.
