Farmstay Cowichan Valley, Canada

5.0
(30 reviews)30

Explore Vancouver Island & help in Garden Paradise

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Help a sustainable project
27 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
28 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
19 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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.
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.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
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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Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
6 weeks

The Experience

Our tiny community is focussed on maintaining a 2 acre property with vegetable & flower gardens (soil amendments, planting, harvesting, mowing etc) A love of outdoors & strong muscles, building experience, power-tool proficiency, and a keen willingness to help despite the variable weather conditions are desirable traits for our needs. We eat healthy, and aim for sustainability & non-consumerism by finding creative reuse for materials.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 20 and 60 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Talk to those who have lived the experience

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30 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 28 Get in touch with nature
  • 19 Meeting locals
  • 18 Learning about sustainability
  • 17 Immersing in the local culture
  • 16 Developing environmental awareness
  • 15 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 22 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 21 3. Good health and well-being
  • 11 2. Zero hunger
Zélie

France

5

I spent 2 weeks with Anita, a restorative break during my Canadian journey. the farm is peaceful, surrounded by nature and full of life. Anita made me feel welcome and was patient with my uncertain English. The work was varied: weeding, caring for the property, apple picking, vineyard work, planting and mowing. We shared river afternoons, campfires, Rummikub, meditation evenings and delicious meals (Anita is an amazing cook!). Her recommendations made my days off and solo explorations special. Thank you, Anita, and thank you to everyone at the farm for adding an extra light to my journey ! ☀

30 days ago


ANITA replied

Thanks Zelie, it was an absolute pleasure to host you! see you again I hope.

Stephanie

Germany

5

My stay with Anita was my first Worldpackers trip, and I was absolutely delighted. She is very dedicated and tries to show you as much as possible. Her home is beautiful, the garden work is fun, and the people are very warm and loving. On top of that, she is a fantastic cook and spoils you with delicious dishes. All in all, it was a great experience and I hope I will return to this wonderful place again someday.😊

3 months ago


ANITA replied

Thanks Stephanie, you were a terrific help! and of course you are welcome back any time you like! take care, good luck creating your own veggie garden, Im glad you found that work rewarding.

Carlota

Mexico

5

I had a great volunteering experience with Anita. The working hours were always respected, and the tasks were simple and clearly explained. She always made sure I understood everything and felt comfortable. Anita is a kind, welcoming, and open-minded host who genuinely cares about her volunteers. She also recommended great places to visit and local activities, which made my stay even more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for a positive and supportive host.

3 months ago


ANITA replied

it was so nice to meet you to Carlota, thanks for all your good help. I hope you have many wonderful adventures in the future!

Neve

United Kingdom

5

This was my first worldpackers experience, and I couldn't have asked for a better one. Anita was a lovely welcoming host who immediately makes you feel at ease. Her cooking is absolutely delicious, healthy and supported by what is grown in the gardens. The RV is cosy and the sun lotus site and surrounding Cowichan area is just stunning. There are plenty of trails to explore, you can swim in the nearby lake, and often on hot days we head down to the river to break up the day. The work is enjoyable and Anita is a well of knowledge about all things plants and nutrition. Thank you so much!

5 months ago


ANITA replied

Thanks Neve, you were a great help, I hope your future is full of safe adventures!! see you again sometime I hope.

Leonie

France

5

This was my first time volunteering. I immediately felt at ease and welcomed. Anita was always very kind; she welcomed us around a campfire and showed us around the area with a short hike and stops by the river.

6 months ago


ANITA replied

Hi Leonie, thanks for all your help, I look forward to seeing you again one day! best of luck on your solo journeys!

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About the host

Hosted by ANITA

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This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.
Response Rate
This host usually answers to 100% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 8 days

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