Come and have a GREAT TIME in an Artist's Retreat :)

Top Host: This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature: 12 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals: 11 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.

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

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.

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 Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 4 weeks

The Experience

General help in the garden, mowing, strimming, plant care. General help in the house cleaning, ironing etc. DIY including painting and decorating inside and outside, woodwork, and laying paths.

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Beginner French
Between 21 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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14 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

12 Get in touch with nature
11 Meeting locals
10 Immersing in the local culture
10 Practicing English
8 Meeting international travelers
4 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

10 3. Good health and well-being
5 12. Responsible consumption and production
2 17. Partnerships for the goals

Olaya Pamela

Mexico

Karen is an extraordinary woman. I was truly impressed by her pace and way of life—undoubtedly an example to follow. The tasks were straightforward and always aligned with the agreed schedule. Karen ensures you feel integrated into the small community, making the experience all the more enjoyable. I met fascinating people, and the landscapes were otherworldly. Thank you so much for everything, Karen

27 days ago

Karen replied

Thank you Olaya for such an amazing review.

Julia

Australia

Karen was an incredible host who was so inspiring, friendly and kind. It was a great 6 weeks where I got to really immerse myself in the local community and discover so many gorgeous parts of the West Coast and Highlands. Karen was like a best friend to me and we got to do so many lovely day trips together, cook and groove to amazing tunes, to working together to update her website and market her amazing art! I will never forget my time here at the home, it was truly special and I will miss Karen and the community dearly - thank you so much again for everything Karen ❤️ Fip Mondè😉🫶🏼

about 2 months ago

Karen replied

❤️❤️❤️❤️

Sarah

United States

A one-of-a-kind host, Karen is dynamic and intuitive as a mentor. Her ingenuity and kindness are boundless, inspiring and motivating you to connect to yourself through both creative and professional pursuits. Tarbert is a wonderful little community in the Argyll region of Scotland, from whence there are endless opportunities for volunteers to explore the hidden gems of the western coast. Karen's home exudes a perfect balance of peace and possibility in the breathtaking natural wild of Kintyre — I am truly grateful to have had the privilege of staying with her and would return in a heartbeat!

5 months ago

Juan

Colombia

This experience was amazing. Sometimes I felt like if I'm in an Artist Retreat, in an inspirational place, surrounded by nature and deep landscapes. Karen is a great host and artist, and the tasks were easy and rewarding. Food is always tasty and she does her best to make your experience satisfying. Thank you Karen, you were a big step in my carreer.

8 months ago

Karen replied

Thank you so much Juan.

David

Costa Rica

Karen is an amazing human being , who took care of me and my girlfriend so well in our travel around Scotland.We enjoyed so much her company and her delicious food. I loved working in her garden and the creative atmosphere around the house.It was a truly wonderful experience which I hope to repeat in the near future. Thank you for everything Karen and for taking us to the amazing sites we will never forget them already missing you.

9 months ago

Karen replied

Thank you so much for your amazing work in the garden. It was such a pleasure to have you and Laura around.

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