Homestay Argyll and Bute Council, United Kingdom

4.5
(10 reviews)10

Help me with woodland and eco-build in Scotland!

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Learn about sustainability
8 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
Connect with nature
8 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

15h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga 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
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

I've been taking care of this ancient woodland for many years. For the past 5 years I've lived here full time, having renovated one of the huts I built 40 years ago. Planting trees, after care, flailing paths, planking wood, log cutting, managing rhododendron, and I'm looking for practical people who can give me a hand. We can chat on Wattsapp before either of us commit!

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Requirements

  • Fluent English or Fluent English
  • Between 22 and 70 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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10 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.0

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Homestay

4.0

Learning & Fun

4.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 8 Learning about sustainability
  • 8 Get in touch with nature
  • 5 Immersing in the local culture
  • 4 Developing environmental awareness
  • 4 Practicing English
  • 3 Meeting locals

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 2 2. Zero hunger
  • 2 7. Affordable and clean energy
G

Australia

5

Sam's property is a slice of paradise! I'd definitely recommend the is experience to travellers who want to reconnect with nature. The work is exactly as described and the camper is super cosy. You'll also have plenty of time to explore the beautiful area!

about 1 month ago

Melissa

United States

5

Ms. Sam has clear and concise goals and her project assignments are understandable. Sam is highly skilled at what she is doing, whether it's gardening, tending to her sweet cats or chickens. Everything she touches turns to gold. Her places is handcrafted and exceptionally designed making it feel like a privilege to grace her structures and acreage. When at Sam's you are situated in a coastal rainforest and that's a really special place to be. The local community of Tarbert is friendly and active with environmental groups and volunteer activities.

6 months ago

Hana

Slovakia

5

This was my first volunteer experience and i'm so happy that i chose Sam. She's so kind, sweet and inspiring human being and she wants best for everyone.I had many opportunities to meet new people because of her.Tasks weren't hard at all, there is always something to do like in every countryside.But it was just few hours a day and i had so much time for myself and exploring the beautiful scottish country.The closest village Tarbert is just 30 min walk.The caravan i was staying at was so cosy and i was sleeping so well because of the sounds of nature and company of cats☺️i hope i come back soon

8 months ago


sam replied

Oh please come back!

Linus

Germany

5

I stayed for about two weeks with Sam and had a great experience there! Sam and I got along great. She started me off with some food like beans and vegetables and there was WiFi in the caravan. The place is quite remote, but in the middle of beautiful nature, so you have to like that, if you choose to stay there for a longer period. Work was fine, like said you help a few hours everyday and it's really not much. Had a great stay there and hope to get back some time!

8 months ago

Robbie

United States

4

Such a beautiful place, the view of the ocean and surrounding countryside was one of my favorite things here. It also is not a very far walk into the nearby village which has an adorable harbor and super cool old castle ruin. All in all we had a great time and the grand old oak woods are definitely worth seeing.

5 months ago


sam replied

Thanks, Rob. I don't think I filled in any of the numbered lists, so sorry if they appeared bonkers! Lovely to host you both... the quad shed is drying out :-)

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