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29 Mar 2024
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I manage a short term rental property in Boston. It is a hostel that feels like a home :-) Generally we need help with checking guests in, cleaning, daily household work, and some light maintenance work (painting, cutting grass, gardening, etc). We're looking to host and exchange different culture. Our minimum stay is one month, if you can stay close to one month, feel free to contact us. A plus if you are active physically and can help go lobster fishing in the summer months ;)
I am started learning photography during the pandemic of 2020, so if you are interested in photography, you can help with that too.
Live in an American city and explore the best of New England, in the largest city in New England. You will be exposed to a lot of different cultures, since we host travelers. Boston is a vibrant city with lots of history. We are located near the Boston train red line and the city center is 3 stops from us. We're also located walking distance to the South Boston beach. Yes! The beach is swimmable, you wouldn't expect that in the city but it does exist! Our property is located on a quiet residential street, but a short distance to the main street and the public metro (the T, as it's called in Boston). We're near a swimmable beach in South Boston and Vietnamese town, where you can get great Pho and Banh Mi.
For qualified applicants with a valid work visa, or for USA residents who don't need a visa, we offer a paid wage. For workawayers with special skills such as tour guide, yoga, cooking, etc, we can provide opportunities to earn extra income to aid in your travel. Please do NOT ask about paid work unless you have a valid work visa, as we cannot offer payment to people without work authorization, also I would ask for a 3 month minimum stay.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Live in an American city and explore the best of New England, in the largest city in New England. You will be exposed to a lot of different cultures, since we host travelers. Boston is a vibrant city with lots of history. We are located near the Boston train red line and the city center is 3 stops from us. We're also located walking distance to the South Boston beach. Yes! The beach is swimmable, you wouldn't expect that in the city but it does exist!
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
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Help
Generally we need help with checking guests in, cleaning, daily household work, and some light maintenance work (painting, cutting grass, gardening, etc).
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Shared room with another workawayer or staff, or a bed in our shared dorm room.
What else ...
You'll have plenty of time off to explore the city. Rent a bike and explore the city by night, see the historical sites, relax at the local beach, visit museums and famous universities around Boston and Cambridge. I also have a small motor boat and if you're interested, you can help me lobster fish in the summer months. So this will work well for someone who likes to be active and do sports.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
I can provide a spot for a small/medium size campervan only. Something like a Chevy Astro, or max size dodge promaster... but the smaller the better. As an owner of a Chevy Astro camper van myself, we can work something out.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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Boston is a beautiful and nice city, the location of the hostel is amazing, close to the beach and the subway.
The work was easy and Joe was really kind and helpful all the… read more
She was friendly to the guests and was very helpful when they needed it. In the spring, we are often very busy
and Elisa handled the hustle and bustle very well, and things went smoothly.
I would definitely host Elisa again.
I enjoyed visiting Boston on my days off but mostly to meet different travelers everyday, sharing a meal with them or just a chat. It is a very rewarding experience.
Then I've found friendship with the staff members Shelley, Mitch and Noemi. The work together,… read more
We often did potluck dinners, explored the city together, relaxed on the balcony.… read more
Outside of that, she has a sparkling personality that put the guests at… read more
I immediately felt at home as Joe has always been kind and helpful, a very positive experience and I highly recommend him.
The hostel is located in a quiet neighborhood 5 min by walking from the subway to downtown and various points of interest.
We often shared dinners with other volunteers… read more
We had amazing guests and the other workaways were great. We had a lot of cultural food exchange every Monday. I not only make new friends I found a new Boston family that I will forever be grateful for.
The work is supper easy, Joe is very accommodating, and… read more
Boston is a great city too, so to be able to explore it in your own time is definitely worth it and this workaway is perfect for that. I’d… read more
one of the best experience i have while traveling. Joe is awesome and always quick to get back to you if you need help. I have met lots of… read more
I had to leave few days earlier than agreed upon… read more
Joe is a very nice guy and was always there to help if you had any questions. The work schedule was very flexible and you’ll have plenty of time to explore the city or the surrounding areas. The work was doable - and even fun at times.
The… read more
1. Firstly, the host, Joe, is an amazingly caring host who proved to be the essential part of my Boston experience, introducing me and my fellow workawayers to the local culture (St Patrick's Parade was a blast!), food (anything from Vietnamese cuisine to American… read more
the work - ... is doable, especially once you get some working routine. If you are a well-organized person you shouldn't run into too many problems during your day. the shifts are… read more
I worked together with Joe, his friend Alina and another volunteer, Aimee, and it was… read more
