The ‘Open School for Village Hosts’ Handbook is a legacy document designed to encapsulate the project’s essence, methodologies, and impacts. It provides essential tools, methodologies, and approaches that have been tested and refined during the ‘Open School for Village Hosts’ project. The handbook offers a practical perspective on community building, rural economies, and social innovation. It is a testament to the importance of developing competencies and training programs that bolster rural development. It aims to be a reference point for creating a network of Village Hosts across Europe. This handbook is not just a compilation of tools and methodologies that have been proven effective during the project; it is a testament to the transformative power of community building, rural economies, and social innovation. It is a culmination of collective knowledge, experiences, and insights.