Farmstay Boyle, Ireland

5.0
(8 reviews)8

Come help us on our farm in Boyle, Ireland

Help a sustainable project
5 travelers confirmed that this host is actively contributing to a more sustainable future for everyone!
Connect with nature
6 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
5 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.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
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

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
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
Nov
Dec
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Feb
Mar
Stay at least
3 weeks

The Experience

We're looking for people passionate about animals and the environment to help maintain our living spaces, care for the animals, and restore our gardens. Your help will make all the difference in the lives of the animals and the beauty of our farm!

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 20 and 65 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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8 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Farmstay

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

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

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 4 3. Good health and well-being
  • 3 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 2 7. Affordable and clean energy
Tommaso

Italy

5

I spent a month here and had a great time with a kind family and amazing dogs. The work was mowing, fixing holes, fencing, leveling, moving items, or feeding sheep. Tasks were physically demanding at times. On weekdays we'd start at 7:30 AM over tea, working 1-1.5 hours; the rest of the day had no fixed hours. I worked alone, with Robin, or with another volunteer. The home is isolated, but they kindly drove me to train stations or hiking spots on my days off. I also enjoyed two hikes, meals, and pub visits with them. I recommend this experience to anyone seeking peace and closeness to nature.

about 1 month ago

Jo

United States

5

Cathy and Robin were kind and generous hosts making me feel welcome the moment I walked in the door. I spent my days caring for puppies, feeding the sheep, planting flowers/cuttings, raking brambles, and other household tasks. They didn't have huge expectations but were grateful for whatever I could get done in a day. They offered me rides to and from the bus station, brought me to town/to pubs, and on a day trip to castlebar. the farm was a great place to simply exist in a world outside of my own with plenty of time to read, rest, and walk around the property. Thank you both so much :)

8 months ago

Coline

France

5

I was very well received by Cathy and Robin. I was able to do various activities in the garden, look after the puppies and sheep, and also take care of daily tasks around the house. I learned a lot from Robin about garden maintenance, planting trees, and digging trenches for water and electricity. We were able to visit different towns around Boyle and walk near the ocean. I enjoyed sharing meals and cooking for the whole family. I had a very good stay.

8 months ago

Alice

United States

5

Our stay at the farm was wonderful. Rob and Cathy are good folks who welcomed us into their home, introduced us to friends and family, and encouraged us to explore. They helped us with travel plans & didn't mind us leaving earlier than expected. The winter weather could make things difficult and we didn't have a daily schedule, instead just helping out with whatever came up,helping around the house, chopping wood, finishing a barn, etc. It was a lovely environment and I wholeheartedly recommend a stay. I would recommend packing a second pair of shoes for around the house (mud & such).

10 months ago

Henri

Germany

5

I spend one month with Cathy and Robin and it was truly a wonderful experience. They always made sure I felt comfortable and valued. They provided a clean, cozy, private room with a private bathroom and we were always welcome to use the common areas. I mostly worked together with Robin who is a very kind and calm person and always open to talk. The work can be heavy from time to time but I made a lot of new experiences and Robin and Cathy always made sure we were feeling good.
Free days were always flexible and the area has many beautiful places and hikes to offer.
Thank you very much, C&R!!

11 months ago

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