Homestay Martock, United Kingdom

5.0
(8 reviews)8

Learn about gardening in our beautiful historic home

Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Practice English
8 travelers recommend this host to practice English
Connect with the locals
7 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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
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.
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
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space 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.
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

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
2 months

The Experience

Hello and welcome to our 400 year old home in a quiet village in SW England. We invite you to help us in our organic vegetable and flower garden, sometimes decorating, dog walking and keeping the house clean and tidy. We have enjoyed hosting volunteers from around the world for 5 years on different platforms and love to learn about their journey and culture. We can help you improve your English if you want.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English
  • Under 80 years old
  • Only welcomes couples and partners (does not accept solo volunteers)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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8 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

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

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 5 11. Sustainable cities and communities
  • 5 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 2 1. No poverty
Gilvan

Brazil

5

It was a perfect experience. Richard helped me a lot to improve my English, and we had many wonderful days. Our space was extremely comfortable and I truly felt at home. Susan made the best dinners and desserts.

Popy is already very missed she kept me great company in the afternoons. The tasks were very simple, and I hope I can come back again one day. I definitely recommend this experience!

8 months ago

Maria

Brazil

5

It was at the home. It was simply incredible I don't even have the words to describe everything we experienced. Susan, Richard, and Imo are amazing people. The best part was definitely the evenings when we had our meals together. I have no words for all the delicious dishes and desserts. Even though we didn't speak much English, they didn't mind at all and taught us new words every day. I recommend this experience with my eyes closed! I already miss Jungle ❤️

8 months ago

Carla

Mexico

5

My stay at the home was simply lovely. It's a beautiful place where you'll immediately feel at home. I was able to connect with myself amidst the surrounding landscapes. Susan, Richard and Imo are kind, polite and friendly that my entire experience felt cozy and welcoming. The work is good; we took care of the garden, and I learned a great deal from it. I've improved my English with every dinner; Django, Barney & Poppy were the extra gift. Caring for them was a joy. Martock and Yeovil are close by so you can go for a cycling ride, super recommend. Thank you for the full experience ✨️

11 months ago


Susan replied

Carla, it was amazing to have you here! We really enjoyed your company and all the help you gave us in the garden, the house and painting with expert care and attention! We are super grateful that you were able to be here while we went on holiday. Barney and Django enjoyed their walks and Poppy was content with your company!
We hope to stay in touch, enjoy your new adventures 😊

Fabio

Brazil

5

Richard and Suzie were very attentive, always willing to teach us, and always asked if we were okay. We also miss Imogen. Barney, Django, and Pop are very kind. It was a truly incredible experience and the place was very comfortable. The house and garden are like movie sets.

over 1 year ago

Vanessa

Brazil

5

The experience with Sue, Richard, Imo, Django, Barney, and Pop was the best we could have had. They're an incredible family, and we already miss them all 🥹. It was a perfect two months in this large, comfortable house, and every day we felt like family. Work was like fun every day; it was truly special to contribute to this volunteer work. We hope to welcome them into our home 🇧🇷 one day to repay the kindness they showed us. Thank you for every moment and thank you for your patience with my bad English ☺️ I highly recommend these hosts 🥰🌷.

over 1 year ago

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