Homestay Oban, United Kingdom

5.0
8 reviews8

Looking for honest healthy hardworking humans who want to help

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with nature
7 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
6 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
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What you offer

30h

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

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.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Support
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Availability

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

Please read my full description before applying for this position.

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Requirements

  • Beginner English
  • Over 18 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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8 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 7 Get in touch with nature
  • 6 Immersing in the local culture
  • 5 Practicing English
  • 5 Meeting locals
  • 5 Developing environmental awareness
  • 4 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 3 3. Good health and well-being
  • 3 15. Life on land

United States

5

I'll remember this place for the rest of my life! Colin has a great and unique thing going on! If you like plants, animals the ocean and history with a mix of honest hard work you'll enjoy your stay I'm sure! The whole experience is unique and fulfilling!

6 months ago

Italy

5

It was my first time volunteering, I recommend everyone to try this experience/Colin: amazing person, made me feel comfortable and at home from the start. I also appreciated his honesty and generosity/ Work: the work is neither simple nor hard, mostly physical, but Colin is good at varying and balancing the workload. His project is very ambitious and fascinating/ Room: private room with a double bed upstairs, the room is very clean, and I was given 2 towels. There's a table, a chair, fast Wi-Fi, and 4 power outlets near the bed. The room is a very spacious and well-insulated. All is very clean

6 months ago

United States

5

The host, property, work conditions, work hours, food, community, and accommodations are excellent. The host, Colin, is an incredibly interesting guy. If you can, create opportunities to hear about his life experiences. Colin's vision for the property is contagious, and the fact that you understand the vision makes the work more rewarding. Before you sign up, though, make sure to read the full description THOROUGHLY. It explains the experience in-depth and will prevent miscommunication and unwanted surprises.

7 months ago

Hong Kong (Sar)

5

It was my first time using Worldpackers, and I have to say that I learned a lot during my stay at Colin's place. Even though I only stayed for three weeks, I had many valuable experiences and felt satisfied with my stay. Colin is an experienced, funny, and hard-working person who doesn't care about the volunteer's skill level as long as they are willing to learn and work hard. When each task is finished, you'll feel a sense of satisfaction. If I have the time and opportunity, I would not hesitate to return and volunteer again. Wish Colin and his lovely family all the best.

9 months ago

Israel

5

Since the first moment i've arrived i felt home, colin is an amazing funny person, respectful and a very good cook! a guy with big plans and if you like to be part of this he will teach you everything from zero ! the work itself is not easy neither is difficult, just like colin wrote in the description exactly. i would recommend this place as the perfect place to think and know what you want from life away from everything the nature is just outstanding! telly and oscar are amazing kids !

9 months ago

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About the host

Hosted by Colin

Top Host
This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.
Response Rate
This host usually answers to 90% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 1 day

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