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We're looking for a practical, energetic person to join us for approximately 2–3 weeks in early November at our home in Adrigole, on Ireland's beautiful Beara Peninsula.
We're preparing our house for a major ground-floor renovation and need an extra pair of hands to work alongside Kevin, who will be helping us with the project.
The work will mainly involve:
Moving furniture and household contents into storage.
Packing and clearing rooms.
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32 hours of help per week
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Beginner English
Over 21 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Help us prepare our home for renovation in beautiful West Cork!
We live in Adrigole, a small coastal village on Ireland's Beara Peninsula, surrounded by mountains and the sea.
We are about to undertake a major renovation of our old house and would welcome an extra pair of hands for a few weeks in November.
You'll be working alongside Kevin, who is helping us with the project. The initial work is mainly clearing the downstairs rooms, moving furniture into storage, dismantling unwanted fittings and getting everything ready for the main renovation.
We're a friendly household with dogs and other animals around the property. It's a wonderful area for anyone who enjoys nature, walking and rural life.
This opportunity would particularly suit someone who enjoys practical work, has plenty of energy and is happy living in a quiet countryside location.
Main activities:
- Packing and moving household contents.
- Moving furniture and appliances into storage.
- Helping dismantle old kitchen cupboards and shelving.
- Removing carpets and unwanted fittings.
- Helping Kevin organise materials and clear work areas.
- General practical assistance around the property.
Some tasks involve lifting and carrying, so a reasonable level of physical fitness is important. Previous DIY or renovation experience is an advantage but not essential.
You will work alongside Kevin, with tasks and working hours agreed in advance. Specialist plumbing, electrical and structural work will not be part of your responsibilities.
We are looking for someone available for approximately 2–3 weeks, ideally starting in early November.
- Strictly non-smoking household and property.
- Please be reliable and punctual.
- Respect the house, accommodation, equipment and other people's belongings.
- Be comfortable around dogs and other animals.
- Follow Kevina and Gail's instructions when working together.
- Do not operate machinery or undertake electrical, plumbing or structural work unless specifically authorised and appropriately qualified.
- Keep shared accommodation and communal areas tidy.
- Let us know promptly if you have any concerns or are unsure about a task.
We value initiative, common sense and a positive attitude. We want everyone to feel comfortable and enjoy their time here.
