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Description
I’m Olivier and I live in South West France, (1 hour from Bordeaux) with my wife and 2 children aged 8 and 10 and Gilbert the dog.
We’ve lived here for 3 and a half years and moved from the UK for a lifestyle change in a beautiful part of France.
We are a fun and friendly family. My wife and I speak a little French, but the children are fluent.
We live in a Chateau that we are currently renovating and your work will be helping us with this.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will get to experience French life and have the opportunity to explore the South West region, with its history and culture. We also have a number of artisans working on the project who can offer you new skills.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for help renovating our chateau. The prioirty help will be gardening as we aim to make the outside area look beatufiul. You may also be required to paint and do general house maintenance. Some help with the animals (a large friendly dog and 4 cats) and some fun play with the children aged 10 and 7 who speak both French and English.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
You will stay at the chateau with us in the guest house which will be newly renovated. There is a main bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living area. We will provide you with your main meals.
What else ...
It’s a beautiful place to explore in your spare time with Bordeaux city only 45 minutes on a train and many other medieval villages and attractions.
If you drive we have a spare car you can use.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
You can use our office with strong wifi connection.
Space for parking camper vans
Your campervan can be stationary at the back of our house
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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