Become a Host
Find the perfect travellers for your project, and in exchange, give them a place to stay
What do you need help with?
Here are just a few of the tasks that Far From travellers can help you with, the possibilities are endless!
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House Renovation
Indoor painting
Wallpaper stripping
Plastering
Flooring/ tiling
Boarding the loft
Removing carpet
Assembling flat-pack furniture
Outdoor / Garden project
Laying paving stones or slabs
Building raised beds or small garden structures
Installing, or painting, fencing or gates
Tree pruning
Skilled labour
Basic bricklaying
Stud wall installation
Sanding doors
Mixing & laying concrete
Remember, Far From isn't here to replace trades, it's here to help with the jobs that don't justify hiring one.
Share your story
Far From travellers are curious and community-minded. Many are career breakers, creatives, or people looking for a slower, more purposeful way to travel. They’re here to learn, listen, and lend a hand — and leave your place better than they found it.
House/ Pet sitting
Skip the pricey platforms — find experienced pet sitters on Far From, with real reviews and real love for animals.
Dog walking
Feeding your pet(s)
Cleaning litter trays/ hutches/ cages
Taking the bins out
Watering indoor/ outdoor plants
Collecting post
Genuine support from capable travellers
Far From attracts travellers who’ve lived a little — many are career breakers, skilled DIYers, ex-professionals, or couples who’ve renovated homes and worked in real jobs. You’re not just getting gap year kids — you're getting thoughtful, capable people who’ll treat your home or business with care.
Flexibility that fits your needs
You set the exchange: whether it's 3 hours a day for a cosy guest room, or 4-5 hours a day with meals in return. You're in control of the arrangement and the kind of help you’re looking for.
No platform pressure or complicated contracts
We’re building a transparent, community-led alternative to crowded listing sites. If a booking is made but you can no longer fulfil it, don’t worry, there are no strict cancellation rules/ penalties, all we ask for is honest communication.
Fairer, more balanced, exchanges
We believe your contribution (a beautiful space, local knowledge, meals, etc.) deserves more than wallpaper stripping and weeding. Far From encourages hosts and travellers to match value with value — whether that’s a skilled task or just someone who genuinely wants to muck in.
A meaningful cultural exchange
Hosts often tell us the friendships and fresh perspectives are the most rewarding part. Whether you're looking for help or simply good company whilst working on your project, the impact often goes beyond the job list.
Ed & Katie helped Andy and his dad dig a space for their new pond
After hearing about Ed and Katie’s own pond installation, Andy arranged for a rented digger to arrive at the same time the couple were staying in their annexe. Over the course of a few days in May, a pond was created, plants were in and the couple are due to return next year to help with another garden project!
Sarah & Nick renovated a second-home ready for tenants
With a keen view to turnaround renovating a Norwich terrace house, Jen & Les let this couple stay in the house for 6 weeks to help move the renovations along in time for getting the house on the market.
Kate, Alex & Clive prepared a wedding venue for a busy summer season
With ample accommodation usually used for wedding season, the Robbins family let these 3 stay in exchange for ticking off a bunch of DIY jobs, general cleaning and garden maintenance in the run up ready for their busiest summer yet!