Homestay Spalding, United Kingdom

4.5
5 reviews5

Explore the Lincolnshire fens, the east midlands of England

Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
2 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Practice English
2 travelers recommend this host to practice English
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What you offer

20h

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.
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

4

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.
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.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
12 weeks

The Experience

Handy person required for maintenance inside and outside of house, build a walk in wardrobe, field maintenance, woodwork required, cement work, laying a few bricks to stop rain getting under doors in yard fencing repairs in appropriate weather, clean guttters on stable roofs, felling small trees, various jobs. I have 1 cat and 3 dogs and at the moment a horse. None smoker and positive person a MUST! This is not the place for lazy people

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 25 and 70 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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5 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 2 Practicing English
  • 2 Get in touch with nature
  • 1 Learning about sustainability
  • 1 Meeting locals
  • 1 Meeting international travelers
  • 1 Developing environmental awareness

Brazil

5

I stayed at Gwen's house for 2 weeks and it was an enriching period. Gwen is an amazing person, friendly, kind, great for talking and telling stories. I learned a lot of things during the time I was at her house, things that I myself imagined I wouldn't know how to do. This period was great for improving my English, I left much better than when I entered. The house is great, cozy, I will miss Bonnie the dog a lot. The breakfast that Gwen prepares is incredible, it makes us feel at home, even though we are far away. That period will never be forgotten in my memory. Thank you for everything!

10 months ago

United States

5

I had such a good time while staying there! Though my trip was unfortunately cut short I had a great time while there. The owner is super friendly and getting to spend time outdoors was very nice ☺️

10 months ago

Argentina

3

Gwen is a nice person. The house has everything to cook, clean, shower, etc. Is good to be in contact with nature. I love their cats and horse!

11 months ago

Italy

5

I had a beautiful experience Gwen is super nice. Tnks for all!

about 1 year ago

Brazil

4

Foi uma experiência interessante, meu inglês estava a baixo do que esperava tive algumas dificuldades com a comunicação, diversas vezes ela me ajudou no aprendizado das palavras. O quarto é confortável, recomendo para ir conhecer quem quiser ficar num lugar calmo, pois é longe da cidade e não tem entretenimento na cidade. Tive a oportunidade de conhecer e fazer uma boa amizade com o outro voluntáriado lá. Foi uma experiência interessante kkkkkk obrigado pela oportunidade.

8 months ago

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Hosted by Gwendoline

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