Guest House Victoria, Canada

4.5
(19 reviews)19

Help Us Create a Beautiful Space & Enjoy Maine Coon Cuddles!

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This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with international travelers
14 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with the locals
13 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.
Pet Sitting
Taking care of and looking after pets.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
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.
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.
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.
Support
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
30 days
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

It’s a paradise for cat lovers! You'll be surrounded by beautiful Maine Coons and also adorable kittens! You’ll help with feeding, cleaning, and giving them love and attention, SO YOU MUST BE A HUGE CAT LOVER! You'll also be part of our hospitality team and learn Airbnb cleaning skills that’ll be useful wherever life takes you!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 25 and 40 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Be from outside Canada

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 14 Meeting international travelers
  • 13 Meeting locals
  • 13 Practicing English
  • 11 Get in touch with nature
  • 10 Immersing in the local culture
  • 3 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 6 12. Responsible consumption and production
Sebastian David

Chile

5

I want to thank Dianne for giving me the guest house to explore Victoria through her volunteer and for trusting me, even though it was my first volunteer experience on this platform. This volunteer was from May 31 to June 21, and I'd like to wrap it up in these points: - Most of the activities were easy tasks, such as housekeeping and maintenance around her house - The communication with Dianne was excellent. However, I recommend always asking when you have a doubt and taking the initiative to propose new ideas. She's really open on that - The food and accommodation were really good 😊

4 months ago

Alejandro

Spain

5

Diane's house is the perfect place to explore Victoria. It's a short walk from the donwtown and the sea.
If you enjoy hiking, it's the place for you. During my stay, we did several routes and trips which allowed me to explore the island.
My chores vary from housekeeping, taking care of the kittens and maintenance on the house and vans so every day is different and never gets boring.
The schedules are not defined and vary depending on the workload, so there are days when more hours are done and others less.
My room was private and very cozy
You will fall in love with the vans and the cats.

8 months ago

Marcelo

Chile

5

Volunteering with Dianne was grounding and meaningful. Daily tasks include feeding, fresh water, litter cleaning and giving love to the cats — each with a unique personality. The room is simple but comfortable, and the calm nature around the house gives you space to reflect and be yourself. Dianne is resilient and caring, and her dedication to the cats and her work is inspiring. A great place if you love animals and want a peaceful, responsible experience.

10 months ago

Manreet

Canada

2

My experience with Dianne was mixed. While she can be generous, letting volunteers borrow her van for a trip to Tofino and taking us hiking and out for sandwiches, the agreed conditions were not always respected. I worked two 10-hour days moving mattresses and furniture, which was not what I signed up for, and I only received one day off per week despite the listing advertising two. Communication was often challenging, and I was shouted at on two occasions. I frequently felt like I was walking on eggshells due to unclear expectations and the overall work environment.

5 months ago


Dianne replied

Thanks for your honest feedback and it is super hard to work with people that say they have housecleaning skills and actually have none. Yes there are some long days and then others are short which is the balance. Days off can be taken any time and must be requested as every day is different and the schedules can change from day to day. Being here requires a level of flexibility and a willingness to go with the flow. Not for people who require a rigid set schedule.

Karla

Chile

5

If you enjoy peaceful surroundings and nature, this place is perfect. My first volunteering experience was with Dianne, and it was really great. She's super welcoming and made sure I felt comfortable with the work and during my free time. In my downtime, she took me hiking and to some the guest house natural spots, which made the experience even better. If you're into calm environments and nature, I'd definitely recommend this place.

11 months ago


Dianne replied

Karla I am so glad you choose my place to volunteer and please keep on making videos as they are really fun and entertaining. Cannot wait to see your videos from your next experience.

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