Bulgaria
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We are a small community of friends and family, working at 2300m altitude in the Rila Mountain, far from the fuss and buzz.
The hut owner Ventsi ( "hijar" in Bulgarian ), began as a volunteer in the hut 27 years ago. 10 years ago he bought the hut, and started renovating it as a sacred place for all people who love the mountains.
Every year the team changes as we all have a life down in the city, but there is a core crew of 5-7 of us that try to help every year, so the hut can maintain a stable community in the changing world.
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
General Maintenance
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Animal Care
Language practice
Art Projects
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Working in and out of the hut you will get a 360 view of the micro and macro cosmos. It is not just the beautiful place, but also the people from all over the world, that make the experience a perfect mix of satisfying work and time for yourself. We will gladly share our food and roof with you. You may enjoy hiking in the mountain, playing music and art.
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
The basic tasks that everybody starts with is housekeeping and looking after the guests, so that workawayers can get to know the environment. Once the basic tasks are done, there is more creative work. The hut needs renovations and handyman work, there are also interior design projects. There are horses to be fed and cared for, two dogs and two cats. There are ongoing projects with solar power, stove shower, waste management and more.
As the owner lives there with his family, we are looking for a friendly person that can take care for his 7-years old son Krishna. He is a vibrant and curious kid who needs to practice foreign languages, sports and art. The young "hijar" loves hiking in the area. His mother is an actress and he is not an exception.
We are currently working on a big project - to rebuild two of our cabins into stargazing glass-roof guest rooms. We need strong and skilled people for carrying materials and building the cabins.
Languages spoken
Bulgarian: Fluent
English: Fluent
Russian: Intermediate
This host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Dormitory room for the hut team. If preferred camping is also possible. There are no single rooms and no running hot water ( we need to warm it up :)
All supplies for the hut are delivered by horses several times a week. We are mostly vegetarian, but meat has to be cooked for the guests. if you have special dietary requirements please check with us in advance.
The hikes around the peaks are a must. You get a chance to walk on sacred places, drink pure mountain water, pick herbs and breath clean air as much as you can. The river is 3mins away from the hut. We are located a 4-6 hours hiking away from the nearest transportation spot. You can easily find a place to meditate or do yoga with no distractions. The mobile connection is 5min walking from the hut and there is no wi-fi. The Rila monastery, the Seven Rila Lakes and Maliovitsa peak - some of the most visited locations in Bulgaria are 3-5 hours hike from the hut.
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
More than two
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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