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Description
Our organic jams got onto all the top tables around the world. Now our eldest son does that and Nick and I have a small but perfectly formed Tearoom across the courtyard, where we organise breakfasts and brunches. All menus are homemade using ingredients from local small scale producers.
Recently opened an art gallery for people whose work we value(be it photographers, painters, sculptors, designers or any kind of artist in general). Our regular vernissages are becoming local events.
Film makers who have travelled the world, making films for mainstream companies as well as our own indie productions, we love watching films and series (also talking about them). We have a fine repertory of these. On the top floor there is a library, for the book lovers.
Needed a hand with the weeding, the casual veg plot, walking and feeding the animals and freshening up paintwork, outside and inside. The library could also use some organising. Two local cob-style horses to enjoy, two cheerful Jack Russell Terriers, a fat cat called Maude and a bunch of chickens.
Twenty minutes drive from huge clean sandy beaches. Great walks along the green pastures right next to home, lively local markets. Not recommended for nightlife other than owls, but possible forays to Le Touquet in season. English speaking family surrounded by northern French. From Le Touquet it's an easy trip if you want to hop to London, Paris and Brussels.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Animal Care
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Impossible to predict! A brew of organic growing, home scale, fruit prepping, welcoming visitors,
Enjoying dogs, horses and countryside. In deepest France with a cosmopolitan vibe
Projects involving children
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Help
Possible fruit preparation and jam making in addition to the mentioned in the main description.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: FluentThis 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
Top floor with own bathroom in main house
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hrs max. nothing formalised
Host ref number: 287474565291
Feedback (27)
29 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ashley Ann & Sean) for host
Nick and Judy were sweeter than their famous jams! An incredibly hospitable and humorous duo. Upon arriving we were welcomed with warm scones, stories, and a tour of their inspiring art-filled home.
We had a great time feeding horses, chickens, the lovely dog Polly, and ourselves with fresh vegetables from their garden. We explored the scenery… read more
We had a great time feeding horses, chickens, the lovely dog Polly, and ourselves with fresh vegetables from their garden. We explored the scenery… read more
18 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luis) for host
We had the most wonderful time staying with Nick and Judy. They were so warm and welcoming and always had interesting stories to tell. The work was not hard at all and very fun and we loved learning how to make jam. Their home is very cozy and full of art.
Their dog Polly is the sweetest animal on the planet and we loved going on walks with her.… read more
Their dog Polly is the sweetest animal on the planet and we loved going on walks with her.… read more
18 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
We miss Nick and Judy so much already!!
(and it’s only been 2 weeks since we left)
Not only are they the most amazing and loving hosts ever, but they are both incredibly inspiring and passionate people. Staying in St. Remy was our first Workaway experience, traveling all the way from Texas. From the first car ride from the train station with… read more
(and it’s only been 2 weeks since we left)
Not only are they the most amazing and loving hosts ever, but they are both incredibly inspiring and passionate people. Staying in St. Remy was our first Workaway experience, traveling all the way from Texas. From the first car ride from the train station with… read more
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29 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ashley Ann & Sean) for host
Nick and Judy were sweeter than their famous jams! An incredibly hospitable and humorous duo. Upon arriving we were welcomed with warm scones, stories, and a tour of their inspiring art-filled home.
We had a great time feeding horses, chickens, the lovely dog Polly, and ourselves with fresh vegetables from their garden. We explored the scenery… read more
We had a great time feeding horses, chickens, the lovely dog Polly, and ourselves with fresh vegetables from their garden. We explored the scenery… read more
18 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luis) for host
We had the most wonderful time staying with Nick and Judy. They were so warm and welcoming and always had interesting stories to tell. The work was not hard at all and very fun and we loved learning how to make jam. Their home is very cozy and full of art.
Their dog Polly is the sweetest animal on the planet and we loved going on walks with her.… read more
Their dog Polly is the sweetest animal on the planet and we loved going on walks with her.… read more
18 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host
We miss Nick and Judy so much already!!
(and it’s only been 2 weeks since we left)
Not only are they the most amazing and loving hosts ever, but they are both incredibly inspiring and passionate people. Staying in St. Remy was our first Workaway experience, traveling all the way from Texas. From the first car ride from the train station with… read more
(and it’s only been 2 weeks since we left)
Not only are they the most amazing and loving hosts ever, but they are both incredibly inspiring and passionate people. Staying in St. Remy was our first Workaway experience, traveling all the way from Texas. From the first car ride from the train station with… read more
28 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Megan) for host
What a magnificent first WorkAway experience! Suzie and I stayed with Nick and Judy for a month during the summer, and have nothing but positive things to say about our stay.
We really lucked out with such perfect hosts. Nick and Judy have been living such well traveled lives as artists and filmmakers, and it shows through the photos and… read more
We really lucked out with such perfect hosts. Nick and Judy have been living such well traveled lives as artists and filmmakers, and it shows through the photos and… read more
15 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nagisa)
Nagisa was a delightful addition to our family. Super
aware of where she could
pitch in and make a difference, joyfully busy, an enthusiastic, attentive gardener, loads of initiative but never overdone. And a sense of humour too!
aware of where she could
pitch in and make a difference, joyfully busy, an enthusiastic, attentive gardener, loads of initiative but never overdone. And a sense of humour too!
(Excellent
)
15 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Réka) for host
I stayed with Judy and Nick for a month, and I had a wonderful time. They are the best hosts one can dream of. As soon as I arrived, I felt welcomed, and it didn’t take me long to feel at home. Every day I spent with them brought something new, something exciting to experience and learn. There was always something to do from helping in the garden… read more
13 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Réka)
Réka is a very special person.
She has an air of calm grace that is wrapped around a core of keen and focused attentiveness. She snapped into Tearoom mode as a super efficient server, surprised us with her skill at making chapatis, was adored by our rescue dog, was an altogether terrific addition to our work and life.
She has an air of calm grace that is wrapped around a core of keen and focused attentiveness. She snapped into Tearoom mode as a super efficient server, surprised us with her skill at making chapatis, was adored by our rescue dog, was an altogether terrific addition to our work and life.
(Excellent
)
15 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe was a terrific addition to our family. Everything he took on was well done and methodical.
He was super sensitive to everything going on around him. Always ready to jump in and help out. And we were impressed by his determination to better his English, with his classic reading list. Come back next year!
He was super sensitive to everything going on around him. Always ready to jump in and help out. And we were impressed by his determination to better his English, with his classic reading list. Come back next year!
(Excellent
)
14 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
All this family was amazing. I was a part of the family but the whole family, including their son Henry and Pollie the dog. I spent 10 days with them and I like to come back. I worked mostly doing painting, gardening.
My accommodation was in the house so It was easy to speak with them and Judith is always helping you and asking you questions to… read more
My accommodation was in the house so It was easy to speak with them and Judith is always helping you and asking you questions to… read more
15 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Aileen & Tim)
A fabulous double act! They studied all morning, as arranged, and worked their socks off for us every afternoon, with apparently endless funds of self generated energy. The jungle of a one-time veg patch restored to a prim sobriety with seeds sown and brassicas planted under netting. Then a frontal attack on our peeling paintwork. Everything… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Aileen & Tim) for host
Came spontaneous for 2 weeks - and moved on with valuable experiences, moments and memories. Nick, Judith and Henry weren't just hosts. They welcomed us so warmly and made us feel at home. We will forever remember the great conversations and laughs - and keep this great people in our hearts.
Nick shares his many filmmaking experiences, which are… read more
Nick shares his many filmmaking experiences, which are… read more
16 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Zelda) for host
I’m deeply sorry for the very, very late feedback, but even if it was months ago, I still remember and I will never forget all the details of my workaway with you.
I spent two short weeks during August 2020 with a friend at the Tearoom with Nick and Judith, it was my first woraway and I think I could not dream better!
I still remember the… read more
I spent two short weeks during August 2020 with a friend at the Tearoom with Nick and Judith, it was my first woraway and I think I could not dream better!
I still remember the… read more
24 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Albert) for host
I stayed with Nick and Judy for one month. Honestly I couldn't wish for a better first workaway experience. From the first day I felt like a part of their family. They welcomed me so warmly.
Their house is a typical French country house with a lovely courtyard. Every day during a pause from work I enjoyed a cup of afternoon tea there. I did… read more
Their house is a typical French country house with a lovely courtyard. Every day during a pause from work I enjoyed a cup of afternoon tea there. I did… read more
12 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Albert)
Albert not only had all the practical skills needed to give our (large )house and (large) garden the equivalent of a sharp haircut: he also had the precious skill of making it seem like he was enjoying doing it. And as for my clumsy, infant vegetable garden - he lavished such love on it
that it was transformed into a soigné enclosure where tender… read more
that it was transformed into a soigné enclosure where tender… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ivo) for host
I had a great time up i the north with Judy and Nick. The worked seemed light as I loved what I did, just feeding the animals and walking the dogs around. Weird little damson was adorable, aswell as her mother (that didn't like walks to much hahah) The horses were very friendly, aswell as lazy Maude and cheeky Socks and Shoes over the road. How to… read more
26 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
Olivia was terrific company and always there to jump in and help with whatever we were
doing ... be it jam making, TeaRoom, cat, dogs, horses or kittens.
She was a confident and steady rider, and I was absolutely happy about her hacking out each of our horses alone. And then, we got landed with a double kitten project, Abandoned, they were taken… read more
doing ... be it jam making, TeaRoom, cat, dogs, horses or kittens.
She was a confident and steady rider, and I was absolutely happy about her hacking out each of our horses alone. And then, we got landed with a double kitten project, Abandoned, they were taken… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Petr)
Peter was Perfect. Great fun to share time with, lively and always interesting, thoughtful and
reflective with it. A terrific helping hand, efficient at everything we suggested - and at all the things he saw needed doing, and just did. A vigorous and knowledgeable weeder, generally good at kitchens, and able to spend days sanding down,… read more
reflective with it. A terrific helping hand, efficient at everything we suggested - and at all the things he saw needed doing, and just did. A vigorous and knowledgeable weeder, generally good at kitchens, and able to spend days sanding down,… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Petr) for host
I stayed with Nick and Judy for about three weeks and it was a very nice time indeed. I had even friend coming with me for the first week, who wanted to try a bit of volunteering and I think she couldn't get better introduction to volunteering than this.
Both Nick and Judy are very nice, friendly and interesting, open-minded people. During meals… read more
Both Nick and Judy are very nice, friendly and interesting, open-minded people. During meals… read more
4 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Julie & Dorian) for host
We had a great week with Judy and Nick, who warmly welcomed us to our first workaway.
We had great discussions around a good meal! (and delicious jams)
Judy and Nick are very friendly, open and caring.
We enjoyed gardening, helping with the work to prepare the exhibition of Nick's paintings and walking the two adorable little dogs :)
A special… read more
We had great discussions around a good meal! (and delicious jams)
Judy and Nick are very friendly, open and caring.
We enjoyed gardening, helping with the work to prepare the exhibition of Nick's paintings and walking the two adorable little dogs :)
A special… read more
4 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Julie & Dorian)
perfect Workawayers great ambassadors for the brand .... interesting to talk to, keen to
work with, eager to plunge right in to whatever we needed a hand with. throwing up plasterboard for our upcoming exhibition space, digging rocks out of upcoming potager,
always good fun and enthusiastic visitors of local coast and country. lucky their hosts… read more
work with, eager to plunge right in to whatever we needed a hand with. throwing up plasterboard for our upcoming exhibition space, digging rocks out of upcoming potager,
always good fun and enthusiastic visitors of local coast and country. lucky their hosts… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul & Soraya)
paul is a real gent ... polite, kind, helpful always, lovely with our animals, a good all round
house person for which we were grateful as he took over the household when we had a dash
to the UK. helped with on-going renovation, got the lawn under control and was a thoughtful
companion. a visit only four rather than five star for reasons out of… read more
house person for which we were grateful as he took over the household when we had a dash
to the UK. helped with on-going renovation, got the lawn under control and was a thoughtful
companion. a visit only four rather than five star for reasons out of… read more
(Very good
)
27 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Paul & Soraya) for host
I can’t speak highly enough about Judy and Nick. I enjoyed an amazing experience in their lovely farm house and was made to feel as though I was in my own home. I made friends with all their dogs, horses and chickens:blush: Judyi is relaxed and a great cook and Nick is high energy and super intelligent. My room in the loft was lovely with a… read more
13 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca & Sven)
Sven & Rebecca. It didn’t t take long before we understood that we had here a couple poised to
plunge into the Big Stuff. Give us your Dreams, we heard them thinking, and we ll make them real. So we did. From a stock room full of junk, Sven carved out the exhibition space NIck longed
for but alone, the task seemed overwhelming. And I had murmured… read more
plunge into the Big Stuff. Give us your Dreams, we heard them thinking, and we ll make them real. So we did. From a stock room full of junk, Sven carved out the exhibition space NIck longed
for but alone, the task seemed overwhelming. And I had murmured… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca & Sven) for host
We had a wonderful time with Judy and Nick. Arriving to the warmest welcome set the tone for the 10 splendid days we spent at their charming home (set in the beautiful countryside). My boyfriend and I spent out time helping out around the property with odd jobs and assisting with the daily influx of guest. We learned a thing or two about jam and… read more
21 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Avi) for host
Sorry for the late feedback.
But of course, people like you must get good feedback for the next travelers.
Nick and Judith are so amazing people that I had a hard time going on to the next one. They are so charming and nice to me like a father and mother in the middle of the trip and then I enjoyed helping them for two weeks. keep the dogs Amy and… read more
But of course, people like you must get good feedback for the next travelers.
Nick and Judith are so amazing people that I had a hard time going on to the next one. They are so charming and nice to me like a father and mother in the middle of the trip and then I enjoyed helping them for two weeks. keep the dogs Amy and… read more
3 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mathieu & Céline) for host
Quelle belle rencontre avec Judy et Nick !
Entre le jardinage, la cuisine, les balades dans la campagne et les délicieux repas que nous avons partagé, nous garderons un excellent souvenir de ce séjour dans le nord de la France.
Merci encore pour votre accueil chaleureux et à très bientôt on espère.
xxx
Entre le jardinage, la cuisine, les balades dans la campagne et les délicieux repas que nous avons partagé, nous garderons un excellent souvenir de ce séjour dans le nord de la France.
Merci encore pour votre accueil chaleureux et à très bientôt on espère.
xxx
23 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Olesia)
Olesia was a terrific Workaway. helped efficiently and cheerfully on everything and anything.
really good company as super bright, thoughtful, and well informed
good fun too
really good company as super bright, thoughtful, and well informed
good fun too
(Excellent
)
14 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Daniel & Anna) for host
Nick and Judy could not have offered sweeter company and we adored every moment. We loved walking the dogs(naughty Damson and loyal Amy) along the beautiful French countryside, even when they rolled in poop and savagely attacked voles. Banal tasks such as picking weeds, making jam, and plucking peas were made fun with the light-hearted environment… read more
14 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jessie) for host
I stayed with Judy and Nick in April this year but have completely forgotten to leave feedback! I absolutely loved my time with them. They made me feel at home the moment I met them, and I couldn't have had a more peaceful and enjoyable time. The work was very light -- Nick taught me how to make jam, I helped with the odd job every now and then,… read more
29 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I had such a great experience staying at Judy and Nick’s and working with them in the French countryside. Nick taught me how to make jam and with the help of Judy I am now able to do scones properly. She is an excellent cook and shared a lot of fantastic recipes with me. I totally enjoyed spending time with them and I miss the chats at dinner and… read more
9 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie and Alex : an unlikely tea, she from rural Germany, he from Beijing:
but Together, they made a perfect Workaway team.
Lots of cultural exchange, for real, Plus helping hands, offered generously and without fuss.
The terriers adored them, with reason.
They both re eagled hidden talent for British baking.
We miss them, both.
but Together, they made a perfect Workaway team.
Lots of cultural exchange, for real, Plus helping hands, offered generously and without fuss.
The terriers adored them, with reason.
They both re eagled hidden talent for British baking.
We miss them, both.
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Weixiang)
Alex was lovely to have around. Incredibly determined to manage the constant switch
he had to make from Chinese to English to French, and the way he forged a strong team
with German Marie, ten years his senior, was impressive. He was seriously loving towards the
two dogs, to the extent of vacating his bed for them when they pitched up in his.
As… read more
he had to make from Chinese to English to French, and the way he forged a strong team
with German Marie, ten years his senior, was impressive. He was seriously loving towards the
two dogs, to the extent of vacating his bed for them when they pitched up in his.
As… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Weixiang) for host
What an excellent experience to stay and be a Workaway-er here with Nick and Judy !!! I can't forget it ! Great, perfect and worm-hearted welcome from this cute english couple !
Because of the first time for me to try this workaway, I've widened my horizon and learned sooooo much, such as the first time to try the hand-made jams, the little… read more
Because of the first time for me to try this workaway, I've widened my horizon and learned sooooo much, such as the first time to try the hand-made jams, the little… read more
18 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca & Rose) for host
Info notice: Exchange was cancelled at last minute
21 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lam) for host
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There is no word to describe my very 1st experiences as workeraway on Judy and Nick's Family.
First of all, I never felt alone or lonely when i stayed there with them. They are a couple with simple living:
* less TV more reading and painting. There is a lot of painting painted by Nick, he has passion with painting,… read more
There is no word to describe my very 1st experiences as workeraway on Judy and Nick's Family.
First of all, I never felt alone or lonely when i stayed there with them. They are a couple with simple living:
* less TV more reading and painting. There is a lot of painting painted by Nick, he has passion with painting,… read more
10 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Christine) for host
My dog and I spent spent a most delightful and peaceful week with Judy and Nick. It was home from home, even the animals made you feel welcome. Such an inspiring and creative family; they have so many interesting projects on the go it would be easy to stay longer.
Thank you both very much for a most pleasant first workaway project, I look… read more
Thank you both very much for a most pleasant first workaway project, I look… read more
23 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host
It was a very pleasant week at Judy's & Nick's place. I admire the easieness with which the two let me live in their house and how I immediately felt like part of the household. I enjoyed the walks with the sweet dogs up the little valley, as well as helping and chatting with Judy while preparing food in the kitchen. Also the help I was doing in… read more
3 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Crystal & Laura)
Crystal and Laura - energy and focus On when needed, Off when not -
cheerfully lending their hands and nimble minds to anything we threw
at them, from boring weeding of the courtyard - Better Than Monsanto -
to jolly jam-making. Withon an hour, it was clear that they were fine to
continue on their own, xooking, potting, lidding and mopping up… read more
cheerfully lending their hands and nimble minds to anything we threw
at them, from boring weeding of the courtyard - Better Than Monsanto -
to jolly jam-making. Withon an hour, it was clear that they were fine to
continue on their own, xooking, potting, lidding and mopping up… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Crystal & Laura) for host
nick and Judy were lovely hosts! their warmth and humor were an absolute joy to be around. we spent time prepping gooseberries, weeding the courtyard, making jam and walking the dogs. we were treated as part of the family and we're introduced to many of their friends, whom were all generous and welcoming. the week flew by and we would to see… read more
29 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Meredith & Justin)
Meredith and Justin were a dream team. Collectively, their calm, clear,
precise presence made a thorough job of whatever we threw at them,
and gave every sign of enjoying it, too. Walking dogs and mucking out
horses was an hors d'oeuvre to the main business of scrubbing out the
jam atelier, leaving it impecxable. As a bonus, they quietly… read more
precise presence made a thorough job of whatever we threw at them,
and gave every sign of enjoying it, too. Walking dogs and mucking out
horses was an hors d'oeuvre to the main business of scrubbing out the
jam atelier, leaving it impecxable. As a bonus, they quietly… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia & Michele)
Giulia xame as a part of a set - Michele was the other half.
They were thoughtful students of, respectively, literature and politics,
who plunged eagerly into the hands-on work we needed to be done:
the sight of two elegant Italians pulling on misshapen ill-assorted un becoming protective garments was enjoyable as they were both giggling and… read more
They were thoughtful students of, respectively, literature and politics,
who plunged eagerly into the hands-on work we needed to be done:
the sight of two elegant Italians pulling on misshapen ill-assorted un becoming protective garments was enjoyable as they were both giggling and… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Giulia & Michele) for host
Nick and Judith are exquisite hosts. We managed to stay at their Tearoom only for 6 days, but immediately after having met them we felt at home. They both have had fascinating and joyful lives, with plenty of stories and anecdotes to listen to. St-Rémy-au-Bois is a very remote village, enchantingly surrounded by windy wheat fields and grazing… read more
1 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Erin)
erin was a perfect fit with our eccentric and frenetic set-up here and charmed everyone of all nationalites, all ages, dogs ditto,
and did heaps of serious work - and far more m
neatly and cheerfully than us. how sad for us she will be living in New Zealand!
and did heaps of serious work - and far more m
neatly and cheerfully than us. how sad for us she will be living in New Zealand!
(Excellent
)
1 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Erin) for host
I had a wonderful time. Judy and Nick are welcoming, fun and just brilliant. I spent a week doing odd jobs (painting, mowing lawns), walking their dogs and activities with Judy and Nick. This was my first Work Away experience and I couldn't of wished for a better stay.
