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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
25 Apr 2024
Reply rate
100.0 %
Usually responds within 5 days
Feedback
37
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Description
Hello,
Welcome from everywhere in the world to the wonderful Atlantic Coast with Ocean, surfing and walking in the forest near to the sea - hearing only the the sound of the birds, the waves and the wind in the pine trees...
I like to meet workawayers from everywhere in the world, to discuss with them about their interest and life planning... It's everytime a new adventure
I'm French, spent 47 years in Germany and live now on the Atlantic Coast, at seaside. The weather there is warm till End of October.
I enjoy living at the seaside. You can hear the waves in the garden... Wonderful!
I have welcomed 106 Workawayers from September 2017 to October 2023.
I've always enjoyed talking with young people from many different countries
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Workawayers 2024:
- May 17th - 30th
- June on demand
- September 8th - 28 th
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I offer you to stay 1 week till 1 month.
You can surf and visit Bordeaux (60 km) there is a good connection by bus with internet on board to Bordeaux.
Help
I have a lot to do in garden and house.
The ocean is 750 meters away
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Polish: BeginnerThis 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
2 bedrooms (each for 2 p), sofa bed in the living room (for 2 p)
Private bathroom
What else ...
Non smoking, no animals. No internet at home, but at the community house - 500 meters
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I don't have internet at home. Only 4G on my smartphone. But workawayers can have internet everywhere in Lacanau for free 500 meters from here. As I came 2016 I must use this possibility because I've had customers and no internet. It's easy and free At home I can give internet per mobile hotspot but only for a short time because I've a limited access.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
3 hours a day, 5 days/week
Host ref number: 623632513833
Feedback (24)
14 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nils & Emilia) for host
Thank you very much for the wonderful stay. We learned a lot from Daniele about gardening and their plants. Also, she gave us a nice recipe for a spaghetti pumpkin. We enjoyed the work there really much. Daniele is a really kind person and wants to tell you a lot of stories. Lacanau is a place where you can enjoy the sounds of the waves and make… read more
5 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Hans Philipp) for host
Daniele is a really sympathetic woman with a beautiful home! This was our first Workaway and we actually had no expectations. Well, they were exceeded! The work was physical, but good and and not too much, also in the afternoon we enjoyed our freetime at the beach. Daniele is easy-going, tells interesting stories about her life and knows what she… read more
19 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nils & Laura ) for host
We had a very nice stay at Danieles place. This was our first time doing workaway, and it was good as we had expected.
Daniele has a large garden (as you may see on her pictures) and there is a lot to do, but not too much to be overwhelming. She is good to find projects for you to do that you are good at, and if it gets too much there is always… read more
Daniele has a large garden (as you may see on her pictures) and there is a lot to do, but not too much to be overwhelming. She is good to find projects for you to do that you are good at, and if it gets too much there is always… read more
Feedback
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Accuracy of profile:
(4.9)
Cultural exchange:
(4.8)
Communication:
(5.0)
14 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nils & Emilia) for host
Thank you very much for the wonderful stay. We learned a lot from Daniele about gardening and their plants. Also, she gave us a nice recipe for a spaghetti pumpkin. We enjoyed the work there really much. Daniele is a really kind person and wants to tell you a lot of stories. Lacanau is a place where you can enjoy the sounds of the waves and make… read more
5 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Hans Philipp) for host
Daniele is a really sympathetic woman with a beautiful home! This was our first Workaway and we actually had no expectations. Well, they were exceeded! The work was physical, but good and and not too much, also in the afternoon we enjoyed our freetime at the beach. Daniele is easy-going, tells interesting stories about her life and knows what she… read more
19 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nils & Laura ) for host
We had a very nice stay at Danieles place. This was our first time doing workaway, and it was good as we had expected.
Daniele has a large garden (as you may see on her pictures) and there is a lot to do, but not too much to be overwhelming. She is good to find projects for you to do that you are good at, and if it gets too much there is always… read more
Daniele has a large garden (as you may see on her pictures) and there is a lot to do, but not too much to be overwhelming. She is good to find projects for you to do that you are good at, and if it gets too much there is always… read more
17 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Elisabeth) for host
Danièle is a very nice host and it's lovely to stay with her.
Even if it was said on her profile she's not available this year anymore we could came spontaneous because we had to change our first host. That was really nice and deserves much of gratitude.
You can communicate fluent in French, German and English. For me as a German there was rather… read more
Even if it was said on her profile she's not available this year anymore we could came spontaneous because we had to change our first host. That was really nice and deserves much of gratitude.
You can communicate fluent in French, German and English. For me as a German there was rather… read more
7 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jonathan & Stine) for host
Nous avons passer un temps incroyable et merveilleux avec Danièle! Nous restons pour un mois et chaque jour était super!
Le travail était très versatile. Nous avons coupé de bois et des arbre, peint un mur et aidé Danièle avec differentes choses dans son jardin.
Danièle est très très sympa et nous avions beaucoup de conversations marrant et… read more
Le travail était très versatile. Nous avons coupé de bois et des arbre, peint un mur et aidé Danièle avec differentes choses dans son jardin.
Danièle est très très sympa et nous avions beaucoup de conversations marrant et… read more
21 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Martin & Esther) for host
We spent a nice time at Danielles place. It's a really good place with a lovely veggie garden and a little house for workawayers with all facilities you can wish. Also it's close to the beach where you can spent your time surfing walking or getting in touch with other people. When Danielle is cooking, she does it with a lot of love and knowledge… read more
8 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Øystein) for host
This was my first workaway experience, and I can tell you it was beyond all expectations. The place itself is a little but beautiful paradise, which Danièle has put a lot of effort into creating. It was a joy to work there. The meals Danièle cooked were utterly delicious. With sunny days at the beach, lazy days spent in the hammock and evenings in… read more
1 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jacques) for host
First Workaway experience, and a good one. Stayed 2 weeks, mid-September (not high season), with 2-3 other Workawayers. Danièle is communicative and accommodating. She is willing to share her professional and personal experiences, her very good cooking, as well as her long board :) A work list was created in advance however be prepared to adapt to… read more
31 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
The hosting here is in a pretty place, in town, and with an awesome host. That was my first workaway experience, and how to say that i am not disapointed. Of course my review may not have so much credibility. But even so, if it was not on workaway, Daniele is awesome and cheerful, respectful and helpful, everything is made to make you feel… read more
24 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Samira)
Samira war hier vom 3. bis 9. Juni 2019
Sie war mir eine kostbare Unterstüzung insbesondere bei der Renovierung der Küche. Sie harr gespachtelt, gestrichen, usw. Alles mit viel Präzision.
Samira hat eine angenehme Persönlichkeit, in sich selbst ruhend, sicher, freundlich und humorvoll.
Sie hat sich sehr schnell angeeignet, was sie noch nicht… read more
Sie war mir eine kostbare Unterstüzung insbesondere bei der Renovierung der Küche. Sie harr gespachtelt, gestrichen, usw. Alles mit viel Präzision.
Samira hat eine angenehme Persönlichkeit, in sich selbst ruhend, sicher, freundlich und humorvoll.
Sie hat sich sehr schnell angeeignet, was sie noch nicht… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Samira) for host
Danielle is a lovely host! I spent one week in her beautiful home near the beach and I really enjoyed it. We worked in the garden and did some renovation work in the house. The house is very nicely decorated and you feel home and welcome. Every day we had lunch together and talked about life and people - it was always interesting and after a short… read more
1 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Leila)
Leila came to spend a week at end of May 2019, she had already been here in August 2018. It was like a friend who comes back.
Leila is very pleasant, cultivated, cheerful, honest. A real pleasure.
She worked without looking at the time spent, both in the garden and in the house.
Leila, if you want to come back, you're at home here in Lacanau. Just… read more
Leila is very pleasant, cultivated, cheerful, honest. A real pleasure.
She worked without looking at the time spent, both in the garden and in the house.
Leila, if you want to come back, you're at home here in Lacanau. Just… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Leila) for host
Danièle was a wonderful host, and made my beautiful time in lacanau very special. She has alot to say, and is kind and welcoming. There is no need to ever spend money on an top quality french meal out when she is such an amazing cook. All in all, I had a wonderful couple of weeks soaking up sun, making the most of the sea, and generally having a… read more
1 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Franciska)
Franciska had agreed to come for 2 weeks when we spoke via video on Whatsapp. Then she asked if she could stay another week. In fact, she stayed 5 weeks that were outstanding. She did all the work with a lot of commitment. She helped to get move some oak crushings, to restructure the raised flower beds, to plaster and paint a bathroom, ceiling… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Franciska) for host
Truly I can't describe with words how beautiful this place is. How much more beautiful it gets when you listen to Danièle talking about Lacanau and seeing her being part of it.
I stayed in Lacanau for almost 5 weeks and I got to know so many people, toughts, places and skills. I worked a lot in Danièles beautiful garden and helped her with other… read more
I stayed in Lacanau for almost 5 weeks and I got to know so many people, toughts, places and skills. I worked a lot in Danièles beautiful garden and helped her with other… read more
1 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tudor-Petre)
Tudor arrived in Lacanau on May 2nd and stayed for 2 weeks - which passed very, very fast. I really enjoyed being able to talk to him about a lot of topics, as much as I liked his precise and hard work.
He repainted the bathroom, remade the floor, cut firewood, helped transplant trees into the garden. He knew how to modify the electrical… read more
He repainted the bathroom, remade the floor, cut firewood, helped transplant trees into the garden. He knew how to modify the electrical… read more
(Excellent
)
18 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tudor-Petre) for host
I arrived at Danielle's doorstep and instantly felt like I was at my Grandmother's house. She's open-minded, very flexible and easy to talk to, always looking forward to meeting new people and exchanging ideas. Danielle has a lot of interesting stories to share if you're willing(I surely was) to listen and she enjoys cooking so be prepared for… read more
23 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Karolina)
Karolina stayed two weeks in Lacanau-Ocean. She was a ray of sunshine; always smiling and with positive thinking.
Karolina worked with great commitment and undertook a lot of different activities.
She is an artist who searched and found the beautiful side in everything and made life brighter.
We had wonderful discussions about art, politics… read more
Karolina worked with great commitment and undertook a lot of different activities.
She is an artist who searched and found the beautiful side in everything and made life brighter.
We had wonderful discussions about art, politics… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Karolina) for host
Daniele was my first host on workaway and I think I could not be more lucky to find Her!
She is a very good leader, clear in communicating her needs, which makes working with her very effective and satisfying. Apart of that, she is always open to suggestions of how to make her house and garden more beautiful, which gives a good feeling of… read more
She is a very good leader, clear in communicating her needs, which makes working with her very effective and satisfying. Apart of that, she is always open to suggestions of how to make her house and garden more beautiful, which gives a good feeling of… read more
23 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana)
Ana est restée du 31 mars au 12 avril 2019, j'aurais aimé qu'elle puisse rester plus longtemps!
Elle a beaucoup aidé à tailler et soigner les arbres, s'est rendue utile partout où elle voyait un besoin dans la maison et le jardin.
Très agréable, cultivée (elle parle 5 langues couramment) mais modeste, sa présence a été non seulement utile au… read more
Elle a beaucoup aidé à tailler et soigner les arbres, s'est rendue utile partout où elle voyait un besoin dans la maison et le jardin.
Très agréable, cultivée (elle parle 5 langues couramment) mais modeste, sa présence a été non seulement utile au… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ana) for host
My stay with Danièle was a wonderful experience - the work she needs done is quite varied and clearly explained by her, but this is also truly a cultural exchange.
Danièle is a lovely host - you can see she is such an intelligent and experienced person and she is always one with an interesting topic at hand for you to discuss. She was also… read more
Danièle is a lovely host - you can see she is such an intelligent and experienced person and she is always one with an interesting topic at hand for you to discuss. She was also… read more
1 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Amelia) for host
I spent an unforgettable week with Daniele - wish I could have stayed longer! She was very flexible with the work and the tasks were very manageable. Lacanau itself has a relaxed and calming atmosphere. I enjoyed exploring the town and visited the beach almost everyday. From Daniele's house you can hear the waves of the Atlantic! Daniele is a… read more
11 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Stoyan & Boyka) for host
Daniele is our best host so far! We have 3 years of workaway and similar programs experience and did not imagine that such hosts exist. We were Daniele's prime object of attention during our more than 3 weeks stay at her home. So careful and concerned that all around us is fine, that from the day one we feeled as at home. She planned our stay… read more
20 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas & Anke)
Jonas und Anke sind zwei freundliche, sehr pragmatische Menschen. Sie machen sich die Aufgaben rasch und ohne viel Erklärungsbedarf zu eigen und führen sie selbstständig durch.
Es hat viel Spass gemacht, diese Woche gemeinsam mit ihnen zu verbringen. Ich habe Jonas und Anke sehr geschätzt und kann sie ohne zu zögern empfehlen. "Good luck" auf… read more
Es hat viel Spass gemacht, diese Woche gemeinsam mit ihnen zu verbringen. Ich habe Jonas und Anke sehr geschätzt und kann sie ohne zu zögern empfehlen. "Good luck" auf… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jonas & Anke) for host
Jonas und ich sind eine Woche während unserer Fahrradtour durch Frankreich bei Danièle geblieben. Gleich am ersten Abend wurden wir herzlich und dazu noch mit einer leckeren Quiche empfangen. Was das Essen angeht, können wir uns nur all unseren Vorrednern anschließen: es ist einfach hervorragend. (: wir haben uns viel und vor allem gut unterhalten… read more
19 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Manuel)
Gerade weg und schon ein Feedback!
Danke!
Manuel blieb zwei Wochen hier, die sehr schnell vergingen. Er arbeitete vornehmlich an der Renovierung von zwei Türen: beizen, schleifen, spachteln, streichen. Die alten Türen sehen fast wie neu aus. Ich glaube, Manuel hat das "Basteln" hier mit viel Engagement und Spaß fürs Leben gelernt :wink:
Im Garten… read more
Danke!
Manuel blieb zwei Wochen hier, die sehr schnell vergingen. Er arbeitete vornehmlich an der Renovierung von zwei Türen: beizen, schleifen, spachteln, streichen. Die alten Türen sehen fast wie neu aus. Ich glaube, Manuel hat das "Basteln" hier mit viel Engagement und Spaß fürs Leben gelernt :wink:
Im Garten… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Manuel) for host
Bei Daniele habe ich meine erste workaway Erfahrung gesammelt und ich habe es direkt sehr gut getroffen. Es war eine tolle Erfahrung!
Die Wohnung ist super, mit eigenem Zimmer inkl. Doppelbett, eigener Küche und der Strand ist 3 Minuten fußläufig entfernt.
Daniele ist ein interessanter Mensch und so sind die Mittag essen nicht nur von köstlichem… read more
Die Wohnung ist super, mit eigenem Zimmer inkl. Doppelbett, eigener Küche und der Strand ist 3 Minuten fußläufig entfernt.
Daniele ist ein interessanter Mensch und so sind die Mittag essen nicht nur von köstlichem… read more
8 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jan Paul)
Die Zeit mit Jan war sehr schön, auf vielen Ebenen: Arbeit und Freizeit, wo wir über vieles diskutieren konnten.
Jan ist sehr hilfreich und kompetent.
Er half sowohl im Haus als auch im Garten. Seine Vielseitigkeit und seine Freundlichkeit sind für Hosts sehr wertvoll.
Ich empehle ihn ohne zu zögern weiter und würde mich freuen, wenn er nächstes… read more
Jan ist sehr hilfreich und kompetent.
Er half sowohl im Haus als auch im Garten. Seine Vielseitigkeit und seine Freundlichkeit sind für Hosts sehr wertvoll.
Ich empehle ihn ohne zu zögern weiter und würde mich freuen, wenn er nächstes… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jan Paul) for host
Die Zeit bei Danièle war schlichtweg großartig! Sie ist eine fantastische Gastgeberin und ausgezeichnete Köchin. Ihr freundliches Wesen und unkomplizierte Art macht den Umgang sehr angenehm und führte zu zahlreiche spannenden Unterhaltungen am abendlichen Kaminfeuer.
Auch an Plänen zur Weiterentwicklung von Haus und Garten mangelte es nie, sodass… read more
Auch an Plänen zur Weiterentwicklung von Haus und Garten mangelte es nie, sodass… read more
8 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anika & Valentin)
Anika & Valentin stayed from September 13th till October 17th, 2017. They were very good helpers.
They did a lot in house and garden. For example:
- oiled doors and furniture
- painted table and garden material
- tiled kitchen corner (very good!)
- tightened awning
- worked in the garden
- cut trees
etc...
They worked with great dedication and… read more
They did a lot in house and garden. For example:
- oiled doors and furniture
- painted table and garden material
- tiled kitchen corner (very good!)
- tightened awning
- worked in the garden
- cut trees
etc...
They worked with great dedication and… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Anika & Valentin) for host
Lacanau Ocean, what a wonderful place! Surfers paradise, never ending beaches, many biking trails and a lovely village.
We spent four weeks with Daniele, working in her beautiful garden and on her typical french holiday house. The work is very varied and we really liked to have a list with all the tasks so that we could decide what to do when. We… read more
We spent four weeks with Daniele, working in her beautiful garden and on her typical french holiday house. The work is very varied and we really liked to have a list with all the tasks so that we could decide what to do when. We… read more
24 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mitchell)
Mitchell was a very pleasant guy. He worked on different projects, for example he painted and worked in the garden in his personal rhythm. He cooked very well and aesthetically, almost zen-like. He liked working outdoors in being in harmony with nature. We wish him all the best.
(Excellent
)
2 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mitchell) for host
My time with Daniele in her ocean side bungalow was a special one that I will remember fondely. I always looked forward to our meal times together where she would cook fantastic cuisines from around the world. Her blossoming garden was a joy to be around and pick at for healthy salades. The work was very basic and rewarding which left me with… read more
3 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Salome stayed a month in Lacanau-Océan, she was wonderful! She helped with garden work, sanded and repainted a cabinet painted a gate, helped to build a pond. She started working in the morning at 9 am until 1 pm when we ate together. After the meal, she could enjoy the beach. I enjoyed chatting with her after lunch.
Thank you ! I enjoyed your… read more
Thank you ! I enjoyed your… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
My second workaway experience was as fantastic as my first one. At this point I would like to say thank you to you, Danièle and Dörte, for this amazing month. Danièle is a very good cook, extremely hardworking and knowledgeable. The work in her garden was hard but it is very satisfying now to see all the plants grow and flourish. As I was just… read more
19 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Michal & Kinga)
Thanks a lot! It was wonderful with you both. Best greetings to Poland :blush:
(Excellent
)
19 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Michal & Kinga) for host
Wow, Daniele was an amazing host! She is flexible, open-minded, sympathetic... and she is a great cook. There are multiple tasks to choose from and the surfing beach is just 5mins away from the house. Great choice for couples. Very strongly recommended! Thank you for everything, Daniela! :)
