Guest House York, United Kingdom

5.0
(32 reviews)32

Build a harry potter theme guest house. York

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This host has received 11 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
20 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Immerse yourself in the local culture
18 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
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.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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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.
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.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic 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.
Pub Crawls
Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!
Dance classes
Take free dance classes at our place.
Support
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Availability

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Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

Hello everyone. I hope you are having an awesome time on or planning your travels. If you fancy a pit stop in York then we may have space at our place. we have just bought a rundown old house that we will renovate in to a medieval styled, spooky, witchy guest house. If you fancy some building and painting and decorating, then this will be for you.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Over 18 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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32 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 20 Meeting international travelers
  • 18 Immersing in the local culture
  • 16 Meeting locals
  • 15 Practicing English
  • 7 Get in touch with nature
  • 4 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 4 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions

Spain

5

My time with Jonny and Katy was really healing and exciting as a first time solo-traveller. I felt comfortable within their home, got to know their family, and connected with the girl with whom I shared the room. The work is incredibly reasonable and I even got to help with some construction, which was really nice after losing a lot of my tool access after graduation from university. They taught us some traditional games, we ate at their house weekly, and they had great suggestions for what to do in York. York is very beautiful, calm, and full of local culture. Thanks to them both!

about 1 month ago

Chile

5

Thank you for everything! It was a great experience, I enjoyed having a nice space to sleep shared with Cintia (another lovely volunteer). The room had a private kitchen and laundry, so it was like a tiny apartment. The working hours were perfect and the work was at least for me, easy. Katrin and Johnny were open and friendly people, Emily was a lovely kid, I had a nice time with this family. My fav room was the Witches, lovely theme room, that makes you feel like a real witch! Best energy guys!

3 months ago

Spain

5

It was my first time volunteering and it couldn't have been better. Johnny, Katrin and Emily were very kind and friendly from the moment I arrived. The work is easy and you do it in the morning, which allows you to have the afternoon free. Everything was very nice, I would recommend this stay 100%, thanks for the good vibes.

4 months ago

Peru

5

Katrim and Johnny are very kind and considerate hosts. They are a beautiful family. They care about making me feel comfortable and happy. I had my own room and kitchen with everything I needed. Work is always in the morning, some days easier than others, you can finish early and have the afternoon to enjoy York. It is a small but veeeery charming city, have history, parks and nice walks. I was able to visit nearby cities by bus and train. In general the Yorkshire area is very beautiful.

5 months ago

Australia

5

Katrin and Johnny are incredible people. From the moment I arrived they were kind, welcoming and showed me around the rooms and where I would be staying. The room is great, very comfortable and cosy with food included. The workload is very manageable and I had more then enough time to explore the city which is stunning. The city centre is a short 15 minute walk along the river. I loved everyday here, Katrin, Johnny and their beautiful daughter Emily became like family. Emily is the sweetest little girl and all of them will hold a special place in my heart forever.

6 months ago

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