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Description
We are a Franco American family. We are bilingual (French/English) and have lived and worked in several European countries as well as in the US. We have twins (a boy and a girl) who are 6.
We have horses, dogs (a Great Dane, a Labrador, a St Hubert and two Bulldogs), 4 cats as well as chicken and ducks and geese.Types of help and learning opportunities
GardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareFarmstay helpBabysitting and creative playCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are experienced horse people and enjoy sharing our passion.
We treat workdays as members of the family when they stay with us.
We always have lunch together with home cooked meals. We enjoy cooking and are foodies.Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We need help with our animals, property and twins on our farm in France. The help depends on the time of year but is always a mix of help with the Farm/animals and babysitting.
There are always some DIY and maintenance projects that we need assistance with.Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.Accommodation
Accommodation is a bedroom with ensuite bathroom.
We have a pool for the summer. There is Wifi and Netflix/Disney/Prime available.
We provide linens and towels as well as toilereries.
We are happy to accommodate vegetarians, sorry no vegans. We are always happy to teach how to cook and share recipes!
Sorry, no friends or couples.
We are looking for workawayers who want to be part of our family for a couple months at least.What else ...
Sorry but we cannot accommodate vegans or smokers on our farm.
We are in the Lot department in France (south west), with lovely sightseeing opportunities on your days off.
We can drive you to the next bus stop ( 20 minutes away) .
We are about an hour and forty from Toulouse and about an hour from Cahors.
Our minimum stay is 4 weeks as it takes time to get used to the routine.
Please note that we live in a very rural area and while life on the farm is busy it's very much a country life.A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a good fiber connection and quite work space is also available
Space for parking camper vans
There is ample parking on the property with access to electricity and water.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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The horses and the other animals are well behaved and I felt very welcome.
Both women are Power Women and it's impressive how… read more
Anna, Anne, the kids, and the animals made it a very… read more
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The horses and the other animals are well behaved and I felt very welcome.
Both women are Power Women and it's impressive how… read more
Anna, Anne, the kids, and the animals made it a very… read more
A wonderful landscape, with beautiful animals, free and and in peace with the world. A fantastic family, a lot of affection, a lot of love and a lot of respect for nature.
I… read more
...for this beautiful, spontaneous time
...the many experiences and wonderful memories
...that I was able to learn so many new things.
When I spontaneously came across the farm here on Workaway, I was already full of anticipation. I was happier about the spontaneous acceptance and the first… read more
They got very little done while they are with us.
Then, they decided to leave from one day to the next after a very short stay (they were supposed to stay a further month). This was very disruptive to our team and to our project.
Furthermore they left the accommodation filthy: dirty dishes, trash,… read more
I have spend wonderful moments over there. Between animals, children and the garden, there was always something to do.
Their daily goodwill was very nice and each tasks was explained to me with a lot of… read more
I enjoyed the good weather and the pretty landscape of this region, while working… read more