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Description
Looking for assistance during the Spring & Summer of 2024.
We have a beautiful watermill situated on the banks of the River Dronne, in the Dordogne, surrounded by 20 acres of land. We need extra hands to help with clearing river, forest and general maintenance around the property. Only couples please.
We moved to France from South Africa in 2003. It took four years to complete the renovations to the watermill. We have transformed it into a luxury, well-being retreat : there are 3 apartments which we rent out to guests, the Mill house was transformed into our own house.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Aide avec des éco-projets
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
S’occuper des animaux
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Entretien général
Aide informatique/internet
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
We like to share our philosophy on how we respect and treat Nature and the environment, how we are using Organic methods for growing our vegetables and how important it is to eat regional/organic produce. We like to have fun too.
Aide
Gardening,strimming, lawn cutting, clearing forest, wood cutting,animal care, vine trimming, painting, general maintenance, clearing river.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Intermédiaire
Hébergement
Bedroom with separate shower and toilet
Autres infos...
We are 4 kms from the nearest town and is situated in rural France.
There is a train station 20 minutes away with easy access to Bordeaux.
The Dordogne is a wonderful region to explore : caves, monolithic churches, Roman ruins, walking and cycling trails.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il aimait accueillir les digital nomads.
Espace pour garer des vans
Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Deux
Nombre d'heures attendues
5 hours per day, 5 days a week
N° de référence hôte : 258263492914
Feedback (16)
24 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Ignacio & Julia ) pour l'hôte
Anita and Simon were our first and greatest workaway hosts. They really cared about every detail so we could have a beautiful experience. Fun people, delicious food and very interesting conversations during dinner time. We spent 3 weeks at their place. What we did: clearing the woods, cutting the grass with the tractor, chopping logs, help… read more
22 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Kate & Guy) pour l'hôte
We had the pleasure to help Anita and Simon out for 10 days this summer.
We couldn’t wish for a better first workaway experience in any aspect. The accommodation was an amazing and cosy bedroom with a separate bathroom.
We were well fed; Anita is a great cook and she creates beautiful dishes from local and seasonal ingredients. She knows a… read more
We couldn’t wish for a better first workaway experience in any aspect. The accommodation was an amazing and cosy bedroom with a separate bathroom.
We were well fed; Anita is a great cook and she creates beautiful dishes from local and seasonal ingredients. She knows a… read more
19 mars 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Julian Pastor)
Julian set a very high standard on his first workaway experience. He did all chores with great diligence and with evident enjoyment. Julian has a beautiful calmness about him and was extremely easy and comfortable to have around. He has a lovely sense of humour and smiles easily. We welcome his return. He is an honourable man.
Anita
Anita
(Excellent
)
17 mars 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Julian Pastor) pour l'hôte
Fue mi primer experiencia workaway y, de corazon, se los recomiendo. Anita es una gran gran persona.
La habitacion disponible es una suite impresionante como de Hotel de 5:asterisk_symbol: en un ambito rural. El lugar y las instalaciones son excelentes. Anita es una excelente chef y todos los dias me brindó platillos diferentes y tipicos de… read more
La habitacion disponible es una suite impresionante como de Hotel de 5:asterisk_symbol: en un ambito rural. El lugar y las instalaciones son excelentes. Anita es una excelente chef y todos los dias me brindó platillos diferentes y tipicos de… read more
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24 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Ignacio & Julia ) pour l'hôte
Anita and Simon were our first and greatest workaway hosts. They really cared about every detail so we could have a beautiful experience. Fun people, delicious food and very interesting conversations during dinner time. We spent 3 weeks at their place. What we did: clearing the woods, cutting the grass with the tractor, chopping logs, help… read more
22 juil. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Kate & Guy) pour l'hôte
We had the pleasure to help Anita and Simon out for 10 days this summer.
We couldn’t wish for a better first workaway experience in any aspect. The accommodation was an amazing and cosy bedroom with a separate bathroom.
We were well fed; Anita is a great cook and she creates beautiful dishes from local and seasonal ingredients. She knows a… read more
We couldn’t wish for a better first workaway experience in any aspect. The accommodation was an amazing and cosy bedroom with a separate bathroom.
We were well fed; Anita is a great cook and she creates beautiful dishes from local and seasonal ingredients. She knows a… read more
19 mars 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Julian Pastor)
Julian set a very high standard on his first workaway experience. He did all chores with great diligence and with evident enjoyment. Julian has a beautiful calmness about him and was extremely easy and comfortable to have around. He has a lovely sense of humour and smiles easily. We welcome his return. He is an honourable man.
Anita
Anita
(Excellent
)
17 mars 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Julian Pastor) pour l'hôte
Fue mi primer experiencia workaway y, de corazon, se los recomiendo. Anita es una gran gran persona.
La habitacion disponible es una suite impresionante como de Hotel de 5:asterisk_symbol: en un ambito rural. El lugar y las instalaciones son excelentes. Anita es una excelente chef y todos los dias me brindó platillos diferentes y tipicos de… read more
La habitacion disponible es una suite impresionante como de Hotel de 5:asterisk_symbol: en un ambito rural. El lugar y las instalaciones son excelentes. Anita es una excelente chef y todos los dias me brindó platillos diferentes y tipicos de… read more
27 août 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jillian & Ken)
Jill & Ken were an absolute pleasure to have as workaways here. It must be said that they completely out classed younger workaways with their enthusiasm to get the various jobs done; offering workable solutions to certain projects; standard of work; completion of each task given to them. Over and above all of this we enjoyed their company… read more
(Excellent
)
22 juil. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Jillian & Ken) pour l'hôte
Review for Anita and Simon
From the moment we arrived, Anita and Simon made us feel so welcome. They are natural, thoughtful and generous hosts. Consummate cooks with delicious dinners served every day. Not to mention breakfast and lunches. We shared many tales, laughs and lots of lively conversation during the course of our stay. Our… read more
From the moment we arrived, Anita and Simon made us feel so welcome. They are natural, thoughtful and generous hosts. Consummate cooks with delicious dinners served every day. Not to mention breakfast and lunches. We shared many tales, laughs and lots of lively conversation during the course of our stay. Our… read more
16 avr. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Kenny)
It was a pleasure to have Kenny's sensitive energy around us - his connection and respect of Nature was bonus. We would like to thank him for leaving a bit of his Spirit behind and all the work he did to help in so many different directions. Thank you! Anita
(Excellent
)
14 avr. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Kenny) pour l'hôte
This was my second and first amazing workaway experience. Anita has a wonderful tranquil place and has alot of creative energy which is captured just by feeling the soil around her gardens and wandering in her forest. The nature seems to have an own language here and and even the river speaks of love and wants to connect with you. In the mornings… read more
8 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Philios)
Thanks Philios - it was a pleasure hosting you, you certainly are an inspiration with all your amazing ideas and experiences! Thanks for all the work you did with good energy, willingness and efficiently. Good luck with all your dreams - you are a true entrepreneur! Anita
(Excellent
)
1 mars 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Philios) pour l'hôte
Anita is a wonderful person and with a solid background on healthy, tranquil living! It was a pleasure discussing and listening to her input on my business ventures! The place is like it was designed for a fairy tale. The room i had is the best i ever had as a workawayer. A car, amazing food cooked for dinner...i mean what else could i ask… read more
10 nov. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Pavel)
Thanks for your comments Pavel. It too was an extremely good experience having you stay and help us. All the tasks were taken on with lots of energy and enthusiasm. Thank you for re-organising so many cluttered areas too! I enjoyed our exchange of ideas, dreams and philosophies, and hope that you are following your heart and your dream - I can… read more
(Excellent
)
8 nov. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Pavel) pour l'hôte
Dear workaway team,
This is an absolutely wonderful place with great charms, healing nature, exclusive accomodation, and top-rated hosting. The place is gifted with so many features everyone of us would find great enrichment and personal meaning while at a workaway there. Anita and Simon are very special hosts of amazing human qualities. The… read more
This is an absolutely wonderful place with great charms, healing nature, exclusive accomodation, and top-rated hosting. The place is gifted with so many features everyone of us would find great enrichment and personal meaning while at a workaway there. Anita and Simon are very special hosts of amazing human qualities. The… read more
10 nov. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Brent & Eugenia)
It was a great pleasure having you stay here - it certainly did not seem like four weeks, which says a lot in itself! You were both so connected and aware of Nature as you took on the various tasks together - a good working team and really comfortable to have around. Thanks for all you did for us! Wishing you both loads of joy in your life path… read more
(Excellent
)
8 oct. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (Brent & Eugenia) pour l'hôte
We stayed a total of four weeks here. This is an incredible place in itself, only to be surpassed by Anita's hospitality. We both have learned a lot in our four short weeks.
The majority of the work was outside. Clearing brambles, working the gardens, tending the chickens, removing debris from a storm, and troubleshooting a dishwasher are just a… read more
The majority of the work was outside. Clearing brambles, working the gardens, tending the chickens, removing debris from a storm, and troubleshooting a dishwasher are just a… read more
4 oct. 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Kathrin & Benedikt) pour l'hôte
We had a fantastic workaway experience at the property of Anita and Simon. They took very good care of us and we felt very welcome from the beginning.
Our tasks included general maintenance and household tasks at the exterior like painting, gardening and collecting and cutting firewood. We enjoyed the absolutely beautiful property after work and… read more
Our tasks included general maintenance and household tasks at the exterior like painting, gardening and collecting and cutting firewood. We enjoyed the absolutely beautiful property after work and… read more
10 août 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Benedict & Cameron)
Sam & Ben were both great workaways who took each task given to them in their stride, and did them all really well. I enjoyed their open and inquisitive minds. Highly recommended.
(Excellent
)
10 août 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Benedict & Cameron) pour l'hôte
Anita made sure both me and my friend had a lovely stay, and provided a variety of amazing food. We enjoyed every moment spent there, and found plenty of things to do when out there. The property itself is pretty special, and we can definitely recommend a swim in the river.
3 août 2015
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Adrienne & Mark )
It was a great pleasure hosting Adrienne & Mark. They were enthusiastic, helpful and did all tasks exceptionally well. Would definitely host them again should the opportunity arise.
(Excellent
)
3 août 2015
Laissé par le workawayer (Adrienne & Mark ) pour l'hôte
We enjoyed our two week workaway at Anita and Simon's (Simon was away during our stay). Anita was more than hospitable arranging a beautiful suite with its own bathroom including shower, and her cooking was wonderful.
I was strimming the long riverbanks which I considered my office, and helping my fiancé Adrienne clip grapes; one day I got to… read more
I was strimming the long riverbanks which I considered my office, and helping my fiancé Adrienne clip grapes; one day I got to… read more
2 nov. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Salih)
Thanks Salih, it was great having you as a workaway. Thanks for taking such care with all the work you did around the place. Hope you are enjoying your other workaway experiences as well. Most of all thanks for teaching me not to judge someone by their hairstyle!! Happy traveling. Anita & Chocolat
(Excellent
)
8 oct. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Salih) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Anita for 2 weeks as my first work away and it was beyond amazing! She is a very sweet person and also very talkative and generous, I enjoyed every minute of my stay and the food she prepares is very delicious. This is the best place for relaxation and sightseeing to the extend that when you go around with the car looking for a… read more
28 juil. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (IsaacAndCarol)
Isaac & Carol were great to have around, their assistance with all the tasks they undertook was superb, done well and willingly. We wish them "bon courage" on the road ahead! Anita & Simon
(Excellent
)
28 juil. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (IsaacAndCarol) pour l'hôte
Our stay (2 weeks) with Anita and Simon seemed to fly by, we had such a great time. They were both fantastic hosts, incredibly generous and the food was fantastic! Having the use of their spare car to explore the surrounding area was a bonus. Our work involved gardening/trimming grass and refurbishment work on railings (sanding and painting). It… read more
4 juil. 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Wendy & Kevin)
Wendy & Kevin were great to have around, they helped enormously with many tasks, thankyou!
(Excellent
)
3 juil. 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Wendy & Kevin) pour l'hôte
This is an outstanding workaway. We were well looked after with Anita providing lovely meals throughout our 2 week stay. We enjoyed the work especially Kevin who spent most of the time outside with a chainsaw and a strimmer mending pumps and pergolas and removing trees from the river. We borrowed Anita's car a couple of times to visit local towns… read more
14 juin 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tristan & Taylor)
Tristan & Taylor were an absolute pleasure to have around! They were enthusiastic, always going the extra mile, willing to help with all the chores and always with a smile. Thanks for all your hard work, you have helped me greatly, keep in touch and keep smiling!! LOL Anita and Chocolat xx
(Excellent
)
14 juin 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Tristan & Taylor) pour l'hôte
We stayed with Anita for two weeks, and we wish it could have been more! Our room was beautiful, the property was beautiful, the food was fresh and delicious, and the company was splendid. We worked daily on projects around the property such as painting, lawn care, cleaning, and other miscellaneous tasks. Anita provides a car for day trips,… read more
3 juin 2014
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sam)
Chocolat and I were very sad to say goodbye to you. You certainly are an inspiration for young people. You came for two weeks and stayed for three. You worked far beyond the hours expected and besides doing such a good job of everything you took on you did it with care and willingness. Thanks for choosing us ! We miss you! Take care, Anita
(Excellent
)
3 juin 2014
Laissé par le workawayer (Sam) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Anita for 3 weeks in May and had a great experience! The property is brilliant and was a pleasure to work on, and Anita Simon and chocolat made me feel at home from day one, great food and company, I can highly recommend this workaway for some peace and quiet while working on a special property in south west France. Thanks Anita
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