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Join me and my cats in the house and garden in Hämeenlinna, Finland

If you not an EU Citizen and planning to visit Finland to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  • Description

    Description

    My place is only 4 km to the town centre of Hämeenlinna, which is a small town with all the necessities and only an hour away from Helsinki, Tampere or Lahti. Hämeenlinna can be easily reached by trains or busses.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    House sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Photography
    Languages
    History
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Books
    Animals
    Nature
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Experiencing living in an average Finnish house in a small town. Near my house there are different nature trails and two lakes so it's a good opportunity to see Southern Finnish nature.

  • Help

    Help

    Update 11/2025 - For the winter season there's no outdoor jobs to be done really. No indoor projects planned for now either. If you need a place for few days in between travel plans, feel free to contact me.

    I'm looking for someone to give me a hand with my garden and different projects around the house. There's always something to do in a big house with a big garden. I have to work Mon-Fri office hours, so I can only join in the work during the evenings and weekends. I let you decide for yourself if you prefer working in the day time or evenings, and if you prefer working longer days and then have some days off completely. In exchange for your help, I'll invite you to stay in my home and I'll introduce you to Finnish culture.

    Here are some projects on my to-do-list:
    - There's an old wood burning sauna in the garden, that needs renovating as it's not usable currently.
    - Old wooden swing set needs painting (and removing the old paint before that)
    - Two small fences need painting
    - Few old flower beds need complete refreshing

    Aside from the help with the house and garden, during my holidays I'm looking for someone to come and look after my two senior cats. My cats are friendly 16-year olds but with their age, this is not suitable for a family with small children. The person / persons looking after the cats should have experience with senior cats and giving them medication.

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    If it's during my holiday, my cats need feeding 3 times a day including giving medication once a day.
    For DIY projects I'd prefer someone who already has experience, as I'm not sure I'll have the best skills myself to teach anyone.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Finnish: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner
    Italian: Beginner
    Swedish: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    A house with two bedrooms, sauna, bathroom and two separate toilets, kitchen, dining room and a living room. In the summer time there's a heated outdoor pool in the garden and a possibility to sleep in a tent outdoors (if preferred).

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Great opportunities for walking and spending time outdoors. In Hämeenlinna there is a medieval castle and other interesting sights too. Local busses run into town every 30 minutes. In town there are a cinema, bowling alley, swimming hall and lots of restaurants.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    There is a specific work area for remote work as when I'm home I work remotely half of the time. This area includes a desk, office chair, two monitors, keyboard and mouse.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    There is space outside the house for almost any size campervan.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts two cats, one black and one orange, lying together on a bed with a floral patterned blanket. The cats appear to be resting.
The image features an orange cat with green eyes, lying on a pile of brown, fuzzy material, possibly wool or fur, in front of a dark brown, fuzzy object.
The image features a black cat with yellow eyes, sitting on a blanket, with a lamp and owl decoration in the background, set against a grey wall.
The image depicts a cozy room with a bed, dresser, and desk, featuring a warm color scheme and natural light, evoking a sense of comfort and relaxation.
The image depicts a modern kitchen with a large island, featuring a sink, stove, and refrigerator, set against a white background, conveying a sense of cleanliness and organization.
The image depicts a cozy living room with a gray sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and a red patterned rug, featuring a large window with sheer curtains.
The image depicts a cozy living room with a gray couch, white coffee table, and vibrant red rug, featuring a black cat sitting on the table.
The image depicts a shower area with a glass door, tiled walls, and a silver shower head, featuring a shelf with toiletries and a wooden frame surrounding the door.
The image depicts a shower room with a tiled floor and walls, featuring a shower head, a window, and a shelf with various items, all in a neutral color scheme.
The image depicts a backyard with a pool, surrounded by a deck and a fence, featuring a patio area with a table and chairs, and a lawn with trees and bushes.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a pool and surrounding greenery, with a house visible in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image features a woman with brown hair pulled back, wearing a dark green top, standing in front of a framed painting and a wooden cabinet.

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