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Come build with us on a charming island, Bergshamra, Sweden

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  • Description

    Description

    We are small family staying on a picturesque island outside of Stockholm and this summer, we will help our mother with some building projects so she can live there all year round on the island.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will learn carpentry and experience the tranquil, idyllic archipelago outside of Stockholm on car-free island where you can only go by boat.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We need help with building a small traditional wooden house (10 sqm) and some other smaller carpentry projects. I will be doing tasks together with you and you don't need any prior knowledge but some handy skills are an advantage.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Beginner
    French: Beginner
    Polish: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will get your own cabin with queen bed, a small kitchen and view of the sea, see pictures.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You can use one of the motor-boats or canoe to go around the islands around. There is a famous nature reserve close by. There are nice walks on the islands and we have a wooden-fired sauna just by the sea. There is a studio where you can paint and do other creative projects.

    The country houses has been in my wifes family for many generations and we will be living here for the summer together with our 8 months old daugther. We live a relaxed life, we enjoy staying outside, taking care of the buildings and work in the garden. We cook vegetarian food and try to live sustainable. We meditate on a daily basis.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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