Guest House Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

4.5
17 reviews17

House maintenance and gardening in Historic Oxford.

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Practice English
10 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Immerse yourself in the local culture
9 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.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
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.
Shared Dorm
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, 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.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Language lessons
Take free language classes at our place.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

Mar
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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

I am looking for a volunteer to help with cleaning, gardening, some house repairs (assisting me) in my 2 student houses in Oxford. The work is normally 5 mornings per week - Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri. 9.15 - 1.15 In return, I offer Accommodation (part-shared and part-single) and full meals 7 days, and my help with your English -and guidance for travel in UK. Weekends are your free time and London is only1.5 hours by express bus every 20min (:

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner English
  • Between 18 and 29 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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17 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 10 Practicing English
  • 9 Immersing in the local culture
  • 8 Meeting locals
  • 6 Meeting international travelers
  • 5 Get in touch with nature
  • 1 Creating true social impact

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 2 3. Good health and well-being
  • 1 4. Quality education
  • 1 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Colombia

5

Dave is a very nice man that always enjoy a good cup of tea and a good chat. The work is very reasonable and very good if you want to improve your english and visit Oxford.

13 days ago

Spain

4

Dave It's a good a person, who before you start the trip, he is helpping you to know wich transports you have to take to arrive at his home, and he is guiding you the entire journey. And the most important for me, is that he intent that your english improve, and he is helping you all time because you improve your english.

1 day ago

Italy

5

I stayed here for two weeks, he's a good man. The first few days take some getting used to, but then everything went well. He has two houses and one is closer to the city center, which is perfect if you like going out a lot. The work wasn't too heavy and was always fairly easy. Dinner was early compared to what I'm used to. In general it was a positive experience that allowed me to exit from my comfort zone and improve my english speaking skills. Tips: if you want to meet people, download Meetup. For free English lessons go to Oxford English center when you arrive. Best nightlife Friday night

6 months ago

Colombia

5

This was a fantastic experience, Oxford is so unique, I love the nature and the activities to do in the city, Dave has two pretty and cozy houses, He is the perfect person that I needed to improve my English level, he makes you feel at home and also gives you vibrant and varied food, in addition to the delicious desserts it offers daily. it has been the best volunteering I have ever been on and my best experience in the UK. Without a doubt, I would return a thousand times. Thank you, Dave, for your flexibility and your unconditional friendship.

9 months ago

Brazil

5

I had a fantastic experience volunteering with Dave! During my time there, I was able to significantly improve my English skills, explore the beautiful city of Oxford, meet wonderful new people, and enjoy the hospitality of my host. The program provided a well-rounded experience that allowed me to learn and grow in many ways, both personally and professionally. I would highly recommend this volunteer program to anyone looking for a meaningful and rewarding experience. Thank you Dave for such a wonderful opportunity!

11 months ago

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