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Cozy homestay in Buenos Aires, Argentina

3.5
(3 reviews)3

The experience

For 20 years I ran a guesthouse where I welcomed travelers and helpers from around the world. However, I have now moved to a small house in a quiet neighborhood. I would be happy to provide you a private room and breakfast in exchange for some of your time and help. Additionally, I can offer you insider tips and tricks to explore the city beyond what tourist brochures may suggest.

What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate Spanish or Fluent English

Between 22 and 55 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

Be from outside Argentina

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

I bring a private room + breakfast for 3-4 hours/day help, Mon to Fri in the mornings (shift possible).
I don't bring meals because many times even I don't cook for me (meal delivery is cheap here). But you can cook for yourself, or we can share expenses & cook together.

Activities & Shift

Tasks are simple: cleaning, painting, and some house repairs. Sometimes I help to fix something in my car. Not heavy work. I'm a retired engineer and handyman (friends call me McGiver), so you will learn skills.

Rules

1 - A minimum level of Spanish is required (It's not for me, but I cannot help you translating all the time).
2 - Only no smokers.
3 - If you are messy, don't contact me if you don't like cleaning or waking up early.