Homestay Selfkant, Germany

5.0
(9 reviews)9

Help on farm/family in the most western part of Germany

Immerse yourself in the local culture
9 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with the locals
9 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.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
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.
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
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.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Support
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
10 days

The Experience

We need help for the work in the garden or orchard or around the house (depending on the time of the year). Also a helping hand in the house is needed (babysitting or cleaning). Sometimes some woodwork in the forest has to be done or other renewing activities (e.g. painting) at our house. The photos shows your own private apartment (sleeping room, kitchen and bathroom)

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate German
  • Over 18 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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9 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 9 Immersing in the local culture
  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 8 Get in touch with nature
  • 4 Developing environmental awareness
  • 3 Creating true social impact
  • 3 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 7 15. Life on land
  • 5 8. Decent work and economic growth
  • 4 3. Good health and well-being
  • 4 6. Clean water and sanitation
  • 3 7. Affordable and clean energy
Juliette

New Zealand

5

Charlie and I had the BEST time with Alwin, Stephanie, and their family. They welcomed us into their beautiful home and gave us an amazing, authentic German experience. The tasks were straightforward, with Alwin giving great tips on the way, and we had a very flexible schedule to da lot of exploring as well. The kids were so cute too, we will miss them! Stephanie made amazing food for us as well. We managed to visit multiple cities/towns with the expert advice from Alwin and Stephanie, so that was fantastic too! Oma was also an angel who fed us so well. We are grateful for this experience!

3 months ago

charlie

New Zealand

5

Great experience in Tüdden with Alwin Stephanie and the whole the home work was easy and fun, mostly in the garden harvesting food, hanging with the kids or Oma and experiencing the culture in Germany The accommodation was amazing the apartment is great with everything you need, you have access to their kitchen food and their whole backyard with a pool and plenty of space to relax. Anyone that loves immersing themselves into new cultures is interested in learning german or just wants to have an amazing volunteer experience, this is the spot Thank you Alwin and Stephanie you are the best!

3 months ago

Júlia

Brazil

5

A wonderful experience. The flexible schedule allowed me to help out while exploring the region. Spending time with the animals was a joy and made my stay unforgettable. Oma's food was a highlight—delicious and prepared with care. The accommodation was comfortable and had everything I needed. I am very grateful for this experience and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and welcoming place.

about 1 year ago


Alwin replied

Julia and Ighor stayed with us for 2 weeks. They did every work we asked and they were really proactive. Especially with our youngest son Jonah they played a lot and he really enjoyed the time with them. They also loved to spend time with our animals. We can totally recommend Julia and Ighor as volunteers.

Ighor

Brazil

5

We had an amazing experience with Alwin and his family, everybody was so friendly and kindness with us that we felt part of the home. Alwin and Stephanie always were trying to help, indicating places and cities to visit. We learned a lot about the German customs, their typical foods and we had the chance to taste Oma's food, which is wonderful. Gratitude is what we have in our hearts.

about 1 year ago


Alwin replied

Julia and Ighor stayed with us for 2 weeks. They did every work we asked and they were really proactive. Especially with our youngest son Jonah they played a lot and he really enjoyed the time with them. They also loved to spend time with our animals. We can totally recommend Julia and Ighor as volunteers.

Stephanie

United Kingdom

5

This experience was so lovely. Everyone was so welcoming and really made me feel like part of the home. I was always involved whether it be hanging out by the pool, or going round to Oma's for lunch! The jobs were easy and never took more than a few hours. The rest of the time I could spend just chilling out by myself or playing with Jonah. Alwin and Stephanie were really easy going, if there was somewhere I wanted to visit I could just ask and they happily accommodated, as well as offering suggestions of places to go. I have nothing but positive things to say about the whole experience!

over 1 year ago

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