Homestay Bass Coast Shire, Australia

5.0
(10 reviews)10

Home help in exchange for accommodation in Bass Coast Shire!

Immerse yourself in the local culture
7 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with nature
6 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

12h

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.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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

3

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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
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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Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
1 week

The Experience

We are a retired couple that need help with gardening on our 1 acre property. We are offering our large caravan on site. We can offer transport to the attractions on Phillip Island. We can also pick up from public transport if used.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Dutch
  • Between 20 and 40 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

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 7 Immersing in the local culture
  • 6 Get in touch with nature
  • 6 Meeting locals
  • 3 Practicing English
  • 2 Developing environmental awareness
  • 2 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 6 3. Good health and well-being
  • 4 6. Clean water and sanitation
  • 2 1. No poverty
Matty

United States

5

Had an amazing time staying with John and Anja. We stayed in a cozy caravan with all the necessities available inside or near- kitchen, bathroom, heater/aircon, laundry. We had a lot of fun with the painting project and getting to know them for a week. In our free time we were able to walk to the beach, see the nature parks and penguins, and go to other parts of the island with the help of our host. Highly recommend this experience to anyone traveling in the area!

5 months ago

Emilee

United States

5

Had a great time with John! We spent the week painting, seeing the beach, the nature parks and the many parts of the island with the help of our host. Had a lot of fun and enjoyed getting to know each other and work on a cool project.

5 months ago

Gevyn

Estonia

5

I loved my stay at John and Anja's property. They are very hospitable, kind, and welcoming people. The place is gorgeous, and the caravan is perfect for private space with all essentials. I enjoyed helping John with different tasks. He gave me freedom to choose and was very relaxed about working hours, so there was no pressure. He was always ready to help if needed. Phillip Island is also a beautiful, peaceful place with beaches, diverse landscapes and a small town that has everything you need. I'm very grateful for this experience!

6 months ago

Nicole

United States

5

I had such a lovely time staying with John and Anya! I felt completely welcomed into their home and was even able to meet their family that was visiting at the time. The work was very fair and I enjoyed the project (painting!) John made sure I had everything I needed in the caravan and pointed me in the right direction when it came to exploring the island. It was a great experience and I would highly recommend to anyone. I'd love to come back one day!

7 months ago

Maria

United Kingdom

5

This was such a lovely experience for our first time doing a Worldpackers volunteering job!!! Me and my partner were here for just under three weeks and gained so many skills and experiences. John and Anja were super hospitable and friendly, their door was always open if we needed anything :)) lots of interesting chats about design work and on top of that you may get to look after lots of cute dogs!!
We saw every inch of the island with our free time here and loved our stay in the caravan super comfortable (extra plus that it has aircon) it has everything you need :))

8 months ago

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Hosted by John

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