Help and explore at a gorgeous homestay on a mountainside near Lonavala, Maharashtra, India

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  Description

  Hey everyone, namaste 🙏
  
  We are a small family home in the heart of Maharashtra, near Mumbai. Our place has been a warm spot for travelers from around the world, and now we’re excited to open it to Workawayers for a cultural exchange.
  
  This is not a business role — we are looking for volunteers who want to share skills, creativity, and ideas while learning about local traditions, food, and ways of life. You might help us with gardening, cooking family meals, art or eco-projects, light maintenance, or language exchange.
  
  In return, you’ll experience life in a peaceful rural setting, enjoy home-cooked Maharashtrian food, and join us in local activities. We hope to learn from you as much as you learn from us!

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Bénévolat

  Projets artistiques

  Pratique d’une langue

  Aide avec des éco-projets

  Enseignement

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  Aide dans une ferme

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille

  Aide à la maison

  Accueil / tourisme

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet

  Home sitting
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Végétarien ou végan

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Musique

  

  Vie en van

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Culture

  

  Arts du spectacle

  

  Langues

  

  Auto-stop

  

  Jardinage

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Livres

  

  Architecture

  

  Art et design

  

  Animaux

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Sports d’hiver

  

  Sports nautiques

  

  Sports d'équipe

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Nature

  

  Montagne

  

  Randonnée

  

  Fitness

  

  Danse

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Camping

  

  Plage

  

  Sports d'aventure
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  You get to stay at the most magical villa at the foothill of India’s beautiful mountain ranges called the Sahyadri range. You can interact with the locals, hike, explore, swim in rivers, streams, waterfalls, etc.

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  We are a family home in the countryside that welcomes travelers from around the world. As part of our cultural exchange, we’d love to share our daily life with you and invite you to get involved in creative and meaningful ways.
  
  Some areas where your help and creativity would be appreciated:
  
  🌿 House & Garden: Light upkeep, planting, watering, small DIY projects, and keeping shared spaces beautiful and cozy.
  
  🎨 Creative Exchange: If you enjoy photography, writing, music, or digital skills, we’d love to exchange ideas and learn from you. For example, you could help us showcase the natural beauty of the place, share storytelling ideas, or introduce us to new creative methods from your own culture.
  
  🍲 Cultural & Culinary Sharing (non-commercial): We love sharing meals and learning about new cuisines! You’re welcome to cook together with us for fun or to share your favorite recipes — purely as a cultural exchange, not involving food or drink preparation for paying guests.
  
  🗣️ Cultural Sharing: Practicing languages, teaching us something new, or simply spending time together exchanging experiences and learning from one another.
  
  We see this as a two-way exchange — while you share your ideas and energy with us, we hope you’ll also learn about local traditions, nature, and the slower pace of countryside life here.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Hindi: Courant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Would love to learn and teach languages.
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  Hébergement

  You’ll have a cozy private room just outside the villa, offering you comfort and quiet time to rest. The space is simple but homely, with everything you need for a relaxed stay.
  
  When the villa is not occupied by guests, you are welcome to enjoy the shared areas such as the reading space, pool, and garden. The outdoors is perfect for relaxing, stargazing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
  
  Our staff lives at the farmhouse too, so if you need anything, and they love to spend time together sharing meals, stories, and experiences.

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  Autres infos...

  During your time off, there are plenty of ways to relax and explore. The villa is surrounded by peaceful countryside, where you can go for walks, read, or simply enjoy nature. If you’d like to explore further, there are buses, trains, and cabs that connect us to nearby towns and cities.
  
  Our villa is surrounded by amazing villages, so you can take a day trip to explore its vibrant markets, cultural landmarks. Closer by, there are local sites, temples, and nature spots where you can get a glimpse of everyday Maharashtrian life.
  
  Whether you prefer quiet time with a book, connecting with locals, or heading out for cultural sightseeing, you’ll find something to enjoy during your stay.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  Yes, we can host digital nomads. The house has a stable Wi-Fi connection that works well for regular online tasks (video calls, remote work, emails). There are also quiet corners indoors and outdoor spaces with a peaceful environment where you can comfortably set up your equipment.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  We have space to accommodate small to medium-sized vans. Parking is available on the property. So it is very secure inside the farm premises itself.

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  Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux

  We love animals and are open to Workawayers bringing pets. Please let us know in advance so we can prepare the space accordingly.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

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