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Help with housekeeping at a guesthouse in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India

  • India
  • Last activity : 26 May 2025

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a small family run guesthouse on the outskirts of Shimla town. We opened in 2010 and offer various types of rooms and dormitories as well as a well-equipped common area, Wi-fi lounge, garden, sun deck and dining room for travellers to share their stories. Our operating hours are from 8.00 am to 10.00 pm.

    My parents are retired from their respective jobs while I am actively involved in the day-to-day management of the guesthouse. We have a regular full-time cook, one part-time cleaning maid and a property caretaker. We also have 3 stray dogs living on the premises.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You may accompany the guests and/or the family members on Cultural, Walking & Sight-Seeing tours.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for ONE person to stay for a minimum of 1 week.

    > Bathing Dogs

    > Watering plants/pots in the garden.

    > Grass weeding in the garden/pots.

    Please note: We do not issue any certificate of volunteer

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Hindi: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Single bed in a mixed dorm with detached toilet cum shower. You'll also be given daily breakfast and dinner.

    Breakfast is served from 08:00 - 10:00 AM while the dinner is served from 07:00 - 09:00 PM

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have a sun deck, TV lounge, a WiFi lounge, & a well-kept garden at home. You can also use the dining room, the dining room fridge for stocking food, fruits or drinks & water filter for purified drinking water. A washing machine is available for use after the first week of volunteering. Meals can also be ordered from a nearby restaurant as per their menu prices.

    The Wi-fi lounge is open from 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM while the main Guesthouse area is accessible from 08:00 AM - 10:00 PM every day.

    Our location is in the suburbs of Shimla town - 1.5 km from the bus stop, 8 Km from the town center, 11 Km from the Shimla Railway Station, 10 Km. from Shimla Old Bus Stand & 15 Km. from the Shimla New Bus Stand also called ISBT Tuttikandi. There are buses, to and from Shimla town, leaving every 10 minutes from the Bus Stop.

    There is a Tibetan Monastery and a Hindu temple nearby. A departmental store for daily needs, grocery, and a fruits shop is within walking distance.

    LGBTQIPA+ friendly accommodation.

    No smoking inside the rooms, toilet or washrooms, please.

    You need a valid PassPort and Visa in order to work as a volunteer at our place.

    Please DO NOT wash your clothes in the washroom - We face acute water shortage here!

    Kindly DO NOT invite strangers into our home/rooms/dorms. Rights of Admission Reserved.

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a serene scene of a large house with a spacious yard, featuring a pool and a patio area, surrounded by trees and greenery, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a large tree with sprawling branches, a grassy area, and a body of water, evoking a sense of natural beauty and tranquility.
The image depicts a room with a wooden floor, featuring a table and chairs, a bookshelf, and a window, with a white wall and a doorway, all in a simple and uncluttered style.
The image depicts a breathtaking sunset over a mountain range, with vibrant orange and yellow hues illuminating the sky and clouds above the rugged terrain.
The image depicts a living room with a brown leather couch, a coffee table, and a rug, featuring a window and a wall with a tapestry.
The image depicts a dining room with a rectangular table and eight chairs, featuring a floral tablecloth and a glass cabinet in the background.
The image depicts a room with a large window, showcasing a table and chairs, a bookshelf, and a fireplace, all set against a neutral-colored wall. The room\'s interior design is characterized by a minimalist aesthetic.
The image depicts a room with two beds, a dresser, and a table, featuring a predominantly pink color scheme with wooden furniture and a gray tiled floor.

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