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Achill - Seaside Rural Cottage Restoration

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Program Overview

Helping a few hours a day with the renovation of a stone cottage with renewable materials on the west coast "Wild Atlantic Way", in the parish of Achill. We (a middle-aged couple) have a spare room and need some help with plastering, digging drains, carpentry, plumbing, and so on. No experience necessary; learn by doing. The area is popular with tourists for sightseeing, fishing, hiking, sailing,...

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Program Highlights

Learn House DIY and maintenance skills
Experience Ireland's wild western atlantic coast
Birdwatch, Sailing, Hiking, Swimming, Surfing
Peaceful and Tranquil rural location, often extremely quiet
Far from city lights, the area is known for excellent conditions for stargazing

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Wifi Costs
Some Program Activity Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Laundry
Training
Letter of Recommendation
Certificate of Completion
Souvenirs

Quick Details

Location
Rural Areas, Ireland
Availability
Year(s) Offered:2026
Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • Summer
Age Requirement18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Culture
  • Historic Preservation
  • Organic Farming
  • Renewable Energy
GuidelinesAll Nationalities
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Updated Jul 30, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Rural Areas, Ireland

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: 2026
  • Duration: 1-2 Weeks, 2-4 Weeks, 3-6 Months, Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Families

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Language: French
  • Language: German
  • Language: Irish

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Written Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

1-2 Weeks, 2-4 Weeks, 3-6 Months, Summer

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