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Hello,
We build a house with natural materials and we are looking for people who can help us with their knowledge or enthusiasm. We starting a syntropic garden and there is a lot to do for who loves the plants. We love the job well done and the respect of people and material
In this moment, we need people for the garden, weeding, planting, mulching and more
I want to recover the water from the kitchen and create a biofilter to water the garden, I am looking for people who will help me in this project, plumber, knowledge in biofilters etc.
building with cob : we need some persons to help to do a clay floor in the house, for the moment preparing the earth
In this moment we need help with the garden for weeding and planting
if you like the plants come to help !
we thanks help in carpentry , with woodwork
Plumbing skills are welcome
help to clean and organise in the house and garage
help :
in the garden : weeding, watering, plant, landart
in the house : plumbing, wood work, tiling, welding, mechanic, repair, cleaning, tiding, painting, sewing,
I would like to learn play handpan, djembé, dancing singing, italian so anyone who can teach me is welcome.
Description
françoise lives in the house and sometimes my son of 24 years old
We built our house in a beautiful village just near Béziers, in south France. We like to build with natural building techniques, we already done most part. We are creative so the house is not common.
type of help :
building :
- woodwork, carpenter and joiner, make furnitures, wood floor
- fixing pipes and water solar system
- builder outside walls
- tiler, ceramic
- painting
- plasterer clay walls, earth floor
- mass clay heater or rocket stove
gardening :
- weeding,
- system of watering
- vegetable garden
- planting trees
- land art
art :
-landart in the garden
- mosaic
- sewing
- painting
clearing house and garage :
- cleaning, organising, tiding
We welcome those that would like to discover, to share their knowledge and skills, to meet people...
cleaning, the house, clearing the place and gardening, is always welcome
We prefer you stay for long period. You will be received in the family . Food include. We are most vegetarian.
volunteers with knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, building; gardening, ceramic, land art, tiling, plastering, working with lime, cob, wood, ,painting fresco on walls, doing mosaics, land art, fence, masonry are welcome
Construimos nuestra casa en un pequeño pueblo cerca de Beziers, sur de Francia. Nos gusta construir con técnicas de construcción naturales, nosotros ya terminamos la primera obra, necesitamos ayuda para hacer los suelos de madera y paredes de adobe, pinturas, un gallinero y el jardin.
Acogemos aquellas y aquellos que tienen ganas de descubrir, de capacitarse, de dar una mano con habilidad, de conocer gente...Nos gustaría hacer autonoma la casa en energia y necesitamos la ayuda de las personas que tienen algún conocimiento acerca de la energía, solar, biogás, Si te gusta compartir conocimientos en este campo y experimentar, por favor ponte en contacto con nosotros.
Preferimos acogerte para largo termino. Te recibiremos en la familia, Comida incluida.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Fashion or beauty
Self development
Movies & TV
Sustainability
Pets
Plant care
Gardening
Languages
Performing arts
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Hiking
Cycling
Beach
Fitness
Camping
Adventure sports
Nature
Dancing
Outdoor activities
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I worked as a french teacher and can give french course. I am a chinese therapist and taiji and qi gong teacher, can exchange on the fields of health, spirituality
Help
We expect the volunteer to be with us for one or two weeks and help us 5 hours a day. We would like receive some help from people who are tidy and clean, and well mannered
El voluntario se tendría que quedar una o dos semanas y ayudarnos con la obra 5 horas/díarias. Necesitamos ayuda de algunas personas que sean limpios y ordenados y educadas
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I am interested to learn italian
Accommodation
You will be received in our family house. Food included. Couple welcome.
Te recibiremos en nuestra casa de familia. La comida está incluida. Pareja bienvenida.
What else ...
If you like to hike, walk, bike, swim in the river, climbing, that is the place. We live in a very nice place in the Natural Park of Haut Languedoc. There is an easy access to Béziers downtown by public transport.
Vivimos en un lugar muy agradable en el parque natural del Haut Languedoc. De dónde vivimos, se puede ir al centro de la cuidad de Béziers en transporte público
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 644276142732
Feedback (84)
8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Niels)
Niels helps me in the garden
He makes a ver good work
He is very interested with the plant
I recommend 100 %
He makes a ver good work
He is very interested with the plant
I recommend 100 %
(Excellent
)
30 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Niels) for host
I had a very nice time with Francoise, she is very kind and wise. On one of my first days she took me to a nice festival in Beziers where we danced alot! I mostly worked in the garden and also feeding the chickens. The surrounding area was beautiful with nice towns and landscapes. Nearby is a river where you can swim and do kayaking. Im thankful… read more
8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofia)
Sofia is a beautiful person, she helps a lot in the house and in the garden, very tidy and clean
I have been out of the house a few days and Sofia take care very well and the animal too
I recommend 100%
I have been out of the house a few days and Sofia take care very well and the animal too
I recommend 100%
(Excellent
)
20 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
Mi experiencia en la casa de Françoise fue genial, me senti muy cómoda y ella se preocupa por ti. Me encanto poder conocer su hermosa casa, sus gatos ❣️, gallinas, el pueblo y a ella como persona, compartimos lindas charlas, pude aprender de ella. Euna persona generosa y relajada.
Cerca de su casa hay un rio donde los dias de calor iba a nadar🙌🏼,… read more
Cerca de su casa hay un rio donde los dias de calor iba a nadar🙌🏼,… read more
14 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michel)
Michel est une personne respectueuse, toujours prêt à aider dans les domaines de sa compétence, une âme qui fait son chemin dans la simplicité, le partage et la bienveillance. Il m'a beaucoup aidé. e recommande 100 %
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michel) for host
Françoise, merci pour ton accueil, cet échange très riche.
Ta personne transmet la lumière.
Si tu me le permets, je reviendrai bien une petite semaine ...
Ta personne transmet la lumière.
Si tu me le permets, je reviendrai bien une petite semaine ...
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8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Niels)
Niels helps me in the garden
He makes a ver good work
He is very interested with the plant
I recommend 100 %
He makes a ver good work
He is very interested with the plant
I recommend 100 %
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Niels) for host
I had a very nice time with Francoise, she is very kind and wise. On one of my first days she took me to a nice festival in Beziers where we danced alot! I mostly worked in the garden and also feeding the chickens. The surrounding area was beautiful with nice towns and landscapes. Nearby is a river where you can swim and do kayaking. Im thankful… read more
8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofia)
Sofia is a beautiful person, she helps a lot in the house and in the garden, very tidy and clean
I have been out of the house a few days and Sofia take care very well and the animal too
I recommend 100%
I have been out of the house a few days and Sofia take care very well and the animal too
I recommend 100%
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sofia) for host
Mi experiencia en la casa de Françoise fue genial, me senti muy cómoda y ella se preocupa por ti. Me encanto poder conocer su hermosa casa, sus gatos ❣️, gallinas, el pueblo y a ella como persona, compartimos lindas charlas, pude aprender de ella. Euna persona generosa y relajada.
Cerca de su casa hay un rio donde los dias de calor iba a nadar🙌🏼,… read more
Cerca de su casa hay un rio donde los dias de calor iba a nadar🙌🏼,… read more
14 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michel)
Michel est une personne respectueuse, toujours prêt à aider dans les domaines de sa compétence, une âme qui fait son chemin dans la simplicité, le partage et la bienveillance. Il m'a beaucoup aidé. e recommande 100 %
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michel) for host
Françoise, merci pour ton accueil, cet échange très riche.
Ta personne transmet la lumière.
Si tu me le permets, je reviendrai bien une petite semaine ...
Ta personne transmet la lumière.
Si tu me le permets, je reviendrai bien une petite semaine ...
14 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (GiuliaVi)
Giulia is a wonderful young woman, smiling and always with a lot of energy. I really enjoyed our conversations and her personality. She worked a lot in the garden and organizing the house
I recommend 100 %
I recommend 100 %
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (GiuliaVi) for host
The experience in Françoise's house was my first experience as a workawayer and it was a great start. I start by saying that from the first moment I set foot in Françoise's house i felt at home. There is a beautiful energy and Françoise cares that you are well. Also part of the house are the two cats Grigio and Charlie who are uniquely sweet. The… read more
31 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (williamjdonaldson)
Will is a great young man, he helps me a lot in the garden and in the house. He is always willing to help, educated and smiling. He did a very good job, I recommend him 100 %
(Excellent)
30 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (williamjdonaldson) for host
Staying with Françoise was a lovely experience. From the start I felt welcomed, and at ease, which is always important for workaways! She also took me and another workawayer to her local dance classes and events, which were great to experience the regional culture! The work was pleasant and never too strenuous. She is great at setting boundaries… read more
20 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudia)
Claudia is a wonderful woman with a nice smile, she helps me in the garden and made a wonderful painting on the door very artistic. It was a pleasure to meet her, I recommend 100 %
(Excellent)
7 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
Françoise is a really friendly woman with a good sense of humour and a lot of knowledge. A had a nice time at her house and stayed two weeks, I helped in the garden and could paint a mural at a door which I absolutely enjoyed as a job...thank you Françoise for giving me this opportunity :). Furthermore I had a lot of fun at some traditional… read more
20 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tanja)
Tanja is an open mind with good heart, she is amazing in painting and diy
she has a wonderful dog, very quiet and calm
nice to have them around
she has a wonderful dog, very quiet and calm
nice to have them around
(Excellent)
10 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host
Francoise is a pleasure to be with and to talk to. She is very experienced with workawayers and very caring. I was given an artproject which I enyoyed a lot. Francoise gives more than she takes and made me feel home. Whenever I travel to south of france again, I will surely visit her again 🙏🏻
7 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Klaus Otto) for host
Colette gave me a warm welcome and made me feel at home.
From the very first moment, I felt very comfortable the whole time.
The days in Passervant were filled with good conversations, interesting projects and delicious food.
The medieval estate, lovingly restored by Colette, captivated me from the very first moment.
Simply beautiful!
Without… read more
From the very first moment, I felt very comfortable the whole time.
The days in Passervant were filled with good conversations, interesting projects and delicious food.
The medieval estate, lovingly restored by Colette, captivated me from the very first moment.
Simply beautiful!
Without… read more
2 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Christine) for host
Il y a déjà plus d’un mois que nous (Stefanie et Christine) ont passé 4 semaines merveilleuses chez Françoise à Cessenon-sur-Orb dans sa jolie maison et grand jardin. (Excuse-nous, Françoise, pour l’évaluation tardive!) Le travail n’én’etaittait pas trop dur, il fallait nourrir les 2 chattes mignonnes et les 3 poules 2 fois par jour et surtout… read more
2 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina is a friendly woman. She cares a lot about animals and plants, she makes an amazing work in the garden and keep the house when I was out feeding and taking care about my 2 cats and chickens. She is reliable, I recommend her 100 %
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Clive)
Clive helped me a lot in the garden and the house. He cut wood and he did a lot of work, he knows how to work alone and understands things well.
He is a trustworthy person, he kept the house for a few days, honest and hardworking.
I recommend 100%
He is a trustworthy person, he kept the house for a few days, honest and hardworking.
I recommend 100%
(Excellent)
15 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clive) for host
Francoise is such an interesting person, and we got on extremely well. I mostly worked in her garden, reducing weeds around her newly planted bushes and trees. Lots of nice places to visit all around Cessenon - river Orb, great swimming, nice walks and cycle rides. Twice a week music in the bar/restaurant next to the camping site on the river,… read more
8 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Fin)
Fin is a very lovely nice young person, smiling, respectful and very hard worker. She is very mature for her age. She helps me in the garden and around the house, I enjoy very much her company, recommended 100 %
(Excellent)
19 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Fin) for host
The two weeks I spent with Françoise were so lovely, she is a very kind, easy going and open minded woman. Her house and garden are really nice and i enjoyed the peaceful work outside. When I first arrived I felt a bit unsure but as the days passed and we got to know one another better I enjoyed my stay more and more. I was genuinely sad to leave… read more
19 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
Simon is a wonderful man, sensitive and creative. He helps me in many ways repairing things in the house and make a nice furniture for the bathroom. He his very good in his job, carpentry, he has a lot of tools in his van that help a lot
I pass nice days with him,
he is a beautiful soul, recommended 100 %
I pass nice days with him,
he is a beautiful soul, recommended 100 %
(Excellent)
17 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
I had an amazing time at Françoises place she is super friendly and wholesome soul, She has an amazing home and garden in a very relaxing environment made me feel welcome straight away she took me to a local festival where I met some of her friends and some new ones of mine and we stayed out until two in the morning dancing, drinking and laughing… read more
19 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Silvano) for host
Francoise was my first experience with workaway and I have to say it was fantastic. I was lucky enough to be able to live with her, her 4 chickens and two cats for a month in which I witnessed the transformation of the house in the transition between winter and spring. Francoise is a lovely, respectful and very friendly person. There would be a… read more
27 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvano)
Silvano is a wonderful young guy, he helps me with many things in the house and in the garden, he made a very nice mosaic. He is very respectful, sensitive, trustful; he is very easy to live and very pleasant to have in the house
recommended 100%
recommended 100%
(Excellent)
9 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Camille) for host
There are many beautiful meetings coming to that place ! Françoise, and also the house, the garden, the animals... I discovered a moving place, where Harmony and energy are dancing with people coming here, and offering us how to work by ourselves with creativity, listening to the environment. It was a beautiful experience to me to be here !! I am… read more
9 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Camille)
Camille is a wonderful woman with many skills, she is an artist, like plants, animals and loves carpentry. She is very easy going, smiling and with good willing. She helps me in all the ways possible in the garden, in the house, with some project of construction, she keeps the house when I was out for a few days; I recommended 100 %
(Excellent)
9 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Zuzanna)
Zuzia and is boyfriend Aron are a wonderul young couple full of joy and love. Is nice to have them around, they are very sweet. Zuzia is an artist, she makes beautiful paintings, loves plants and animals, she helps me a lot in the garden and in the house. Aron is a skill carpenter he did nice furnitures for the house
I recommended them 100 %
I recommended them 100 %
(Excellent)
1 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sara & Elsa) for host
We stayed at Françosie’s place for one month and we felt welcomed and at ease.
We did many different jobs both inside and outside of the house always for the right amount of hours and without any pressure. It was amazing being part of their project and and make a contribution.
Françosie and her son Arsène hosted us in their really beautiful home… read more
We did many different jobs both inside and outside of the house always for the right amount of hours and without any pressure. It was amazing being part of their project and and make a contribution.
Françosie and her son Arsène hosted us in their really beautiful home… read more
27 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Elsa)
I received at home 3 magnificent young girls in all aspects Elsa, Sara and Lucia
They helped me a lot with chopping wood, working in the garden, planting, weeding, with the animals and inside rearranging the garage and many other things. They are 3 very friendly girls, easy going, smiling and autonomous.
I recommended 100 %
They helped me a lot with chopping wood, working in the garden, planting, weeding, with the animals and inside rearranging the garage and many other things. They are 3 very friendly girls, easy going, smiling and autonomous.
I recommended 100 %
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eliana & John) for host
It was a pleasure! A month passed by too quickly. We immediately felt comfortable and at home. I personally enjoyed the atmosphere and the conversations. Françiose also patiently helped us improve some french! The projects were fun and inspiring. Grazie mille for sharing with us!!!
14 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eliana & John)
Eliana and John are great people. They are very open mind, curious, smiling, respectful, tidy, actif and super organized.
They make 2 great projects from planning to the end, bravo, bravo !
They make a good team together and can also work solo. Eliana knows very well how to keep a house organized and loves animals and plants.
John is very good… read more
They make 2 great projects from planning to the end, bravo, bravo !
They make a good team together and can also work solo. Eliana knows very well how to keep a house organized and loves animals and plants.
John is very good… read more
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Yasmine) for host
I stayed at Françoises place for 2 weeks and it was very pleasant. The house is beautiful and is an oasis of peace, and Françoise is such a lovely, caring, and interesting lady. I really enjoyed my stay: planting trees, weeding and other stuff in the garden, playing with the cats, having good conversations and laughs with the host and the other… read more
30 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Núria) for host
Una fantástica experiencia. Todo ha ido súper bien. Françoise es la anfitriona perfecta, ofrece mucho más de lo que uno espera. La casa es una preciosidad y el entorno no defrauda a nadie.
He vuelto reconfortada, satisfecha y con un cierto vacío por lo que dejaba atrás. Pero espero volver.
Siempre llevaré estos días en un rincón de mi corazón y… read more
He vuelto reconfortada, satisfecha y con un cierto vacío por lo que dejaba atrás. Pero espero volver.
Siempre llevaré estos días en un rincón de mi corazón y… read more
4 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Carlos) for host
Everything was super ok at Francoise House. She made me feel comfortable and very welcome all the time. Work time and tasks were accurated as she said in her profile. Strongly recommended host and a very interesting person. Thank you Francoise et Au revoir.
12 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host
I spent 20 days at Françoise's and felt very comfortable there. We worked mostly inside because of the rain, but also enjoyed some days in the garden.
She is a very organised and welcoming woman and we had the opportunity to have deep and interesting conversations.
In the sorrounding area there are walking paths for hiking and small old towns to… read more
She is a very organised and welcoming woman and we had the opportunity to have deep and interesting conversations.
In the sorrounding area there are walking paths for hiking and small old towns to… read more
7 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
Marta is dynamic, good humored and very easy going, she helped me a lot, she is very organized and resourceful recommendable 100 %
(Excellent)
7 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Romane & Isabel)
Romane and Isabel are dynamic and easy-going, they helped me a lot,
they make a great job in the garden recommendable 100 %
they make a great job in the garden recommendable 100 %
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
Five stars are not enough to judge this experience. I found more than expected with regards to people, surrounding area and the variety of works. Every day I felt I was part of the project. To me, staying two months means that I've found something special. Françoise is a wonderful person with a lot of knowledge on different topics. Definitely… read more
15 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)
Marco is a smiling, attentive, considerate man. He has a lot of skills that are valuable in how things work. He can do a lot of things in a house. He is interested in gardening and enjoys doing tasks outdoors. Marco has repaired, put the finishing touches to many projects on hold. He has a lot of creativity and vision. He forms a good team with… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
Helping Françoise with her project has been fantastic. She's a wonderful person, she has a great heart and she thinks outside the box, therefore the conversations with her are very enriching and powerful. She is welcoming, open minded, very attentive and happy to share her life and world with people. It's worth doing a workaway experience here… read more
15 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura is an incredible person, very open and with a big heart. She transformed the whole house. She cleaned, arranged, restored joy and energy throughout the house.
She really likes being outside working in the garden. She loves plants very much and she takes really good care of her environment.
She really likes being outside working in the garden. She loves plants very much and she takes really good care of her environment.
(Excellent)
8 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (PascalThomeer)
Pascal is a wonderful young man, very smart, respectful, doing the job asked and very easy going. He knows to work alone and with others. He is joyful, smiley, full of energy. He has a very good mind. I learned a lot with him. Do not hesitate, recommended 100 %
(Excellent)
5 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (PascalThomeer) for host
I stayed with françoise for 2,5 weeks and loved my stay. The work was really good. I loved the amount of freedom I had here I a lot of areas but especially regarding choosing my working hourse. I had really good conversations with here about lots of topics but especially philosophy and spirituality.
Overall I really recommend this workaway… read more
Overall I really recommend this workaway… read more
6 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Colin) for host
Francoise is a brilliant host. she is attentive, caring and above all is a free thinker with an open mind. Francoise has lots of knowledge and is an extremely patient French/Spanish teacher. The work was fun in a no pressure environment If the sun was out she would insist on enjoying it :) i really enjoyed staying with Francoise & Arsene and look… read more
5 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Colin)
Colin is a person I wish you to meet. The work is done perfectly, he is dedicated, friendly, he loves animals, he is a beautiful creative and sensitive soul
(Excellent)
22 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)
Matthew is a sensitive man, he helps me in the garden, he makes a welldone work, he is tidy, clean and sociable, nice to have him at home
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I spent a memorable 3.5 weeks in Cessenon. It’s a great area with lots of nice, tranquil spots along the river Orb to see. Françoise is an amazing, happy and relaxed woman who helped me make massive strides with my french language by speaking with my daily in french. This is definitely an experience that will live forever in my memory. Massively… read more
19 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Catalina)
Cata is a very dynamic woman, she helps me a lot in the garden and I pass a great time with her. She is strong, smart, working hard and good mood, I recommend 100 %
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Catalina) for host
I couldn't have found a better host and language immersive experience.
My days with Françoise were wonderful in every way. I learned a lot from her, from her wonderful garden and her experience with permacultura. But the best thing is the improvement I made about my french, and all thank to her.
You will be in a beautiful house, with a beautiful… read more
My days with Françoise were wonderful in every way. I learned a lot from her, from her wonderful garden and her experience with permacultura. But the best thing is the improvement I made about my french, and all thank to her.
You will be in a beautiful house, with a beautiful… read more
22 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marika & Yannis)
Marika and Yannis are a young couple very pleasant to live with, intelligent, hard-working, attentive, they helped me a lot.
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marika & Yannis) for host
We had a great time with Françoise, learning a lot about life, health and people. She has got a very cozy and comfortable house and a beautiful permaculture garden with many vegetables and trees. For work we had diverse tasks in the garden or in the house, which was not that hard work. After work Françoise always offered us a nice big salad and we… read more
27 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (RicardoCarlina)
Carlina and Ricardo are fantastic persons. It was a pleasure to live with. They worked in the garden and did an amazing work, the garden changed completely in a positive way. Is very easy to have them at home, they are good persons , intelligent, reliable, I have total confidence and I entrusted them with the house. I wish the best for them and… read more
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (RicardoCarlina) for host
Durante casi un mes estuvimos en la casa de Françoise y Arsane, transmitiéndonos paz desde el primer momento. Las tareas de jardinería fueron variadas y productivas, además de intercambiar saberes con Françoise sobre la huerta. A su vez, ella misma nos dictó clases de francés de súper utilidad para nosotros. En las últimas semanas cuidamos de su… read more
19 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Seamus)
Sara is amazing with the plants and animals, she loves them much and pays great attention to them. Seamus is an intelligent skill carpenter. Both of them are very easy to live with, sensitive, wellmaner, very athletic and active. The time with them was very pleasant, they helped me a lot and completely transformed the house and the garden. I feel… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sara & Seamus) for host
We had the good fortune to stay with Francoise during the lockdown. Francoise made us feel very welcome and had a very relaxed attitude. We are very grateful to have been able to spend the amount of time with her. The work was very enjoyable either in the garden or in the house depending on the weather. The surrounding area is beautiful with many… read more
15 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacques)
J'ai eu la chance de croiser le chemin de Jacques. Travail soigné très professionnel. Personne de confiance très agréable et très facile à vivre
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jacques) for host
J' ai passé un mois enrichissant chez Françoise, une belle rencontre, dans l' écoute et le partage. Françoise communique son énergie positive et naturellement vous ouvre son espace. La maison offre encore quelques réalisations à venir, et Françoise saura vous donner l' opportunité de participer à son projet, que ce soit à l' intérieur ou dans le… read more
15 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Camila)
Nice helpful young lady
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marc)
Very nice man, very helpful
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Michael & Andrea) for host
Cessenon sur Orb is a lovely town and we enjoyed exploring it, as well as adding some rock art to a neglected part of the yard. We had hoped there would be more permaculture projects like the strawbale beds in the photos, but the garden had been greatly taken over by grass and unrecognizable to the pictures.
We originally planned to stay 2 weeks… read more
We originally planned to stay 2 weeks… read more
22 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marcus) for host
My stay with Françoise was my first workaway and I could have asked for anything better. Françoise's kindness and generosity knows no bounds, and she effortlessly helps you feel at home. She often has multiple workawayers at the same time, and it was a blessing to meet brilliant people, and share the experience with them. The work was varied and… read more
15 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ekaterina) for host
Françoise is such a special person, I’m really happy to have met her and her son. They are very kind open-minded people that made me feel incredibly comfortable at their place.
The work was very rewarding - I did a lot of new things although it wasn’t a long period of time. The food was delicious, couldn’t expect better. And the place is… read more
The work was very rewarding - I did a lot of new things although it wasn’t a long period of time. The food was delicious, couldn’t expect better. And the place is… read more
1 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Cristóbal) for host
Vivre dans la maison de Françoise était incroyable, ressentant la paix intérieure. Comme elle me l'a dit, tout est "petit à petit". Je recommande totalement cette belle famille.
27 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca & Luke) for host
Françoise was an exceptional host!! She and her son were amazing company and very appreciative of our work. The food was in abondance and delishious. The work was great fun creating a Asian style room as well as outdoor garden work when the weather was right. We learnt a lot about different building methods and materials used on the construction… read more
25 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca & Luke)
Wonderful persons, very helpful, very skill, hardworkers, very professional work, positive attitude, very impressives, great cookers, sports lovers, nice people to have around
(Excellent)
18 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Helmi) for host
It was my first workaway experience at Françoise’s house and it was really wonderful. We had a group from 3-5 workawayers so there wasn’t so much work to do but living in the house, cooking, spending time together was great with such a nice athmosphere. We did two hiking trips, one to the Pyrenees and other visits to cities and the nature near by… read more
24 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host
I loved to stay there. Francoise is a very joyfull host.
I liked to play Basketball with her son, the meal were very tasty, a good atmosphere in the house and around the other travlers.
Thank you for nice two weeks.
I liked to play Basketball with her son, the meal were very tasty, a good atmosphere in the house and around the other travlers.
Thank you for nice two weeks.
19 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Phoebe)
Phoebe is a young woman
kind, smart and helpful
she makes a very good work
kind, smart and helpful
she makes a very good work
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Christian)
Christian is a good person, and he has good skills with the wood, he helps me much,
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christian) for host
J'ai passé deux semaines avec Françoise. C'était un bon séjour. Ambiance agréable et conviviale avec Françoise et les autres workawayers. Françoise est très serviable et veut donner à tout le monde un bon séjour.
Autour de la maison était encore un chantier de construction, mais vous trouverez de beaux endroits ombragés sur la rivière Orb, très… read more
Autour de la maison était encore un chantier de construction, mais vous trouverez de beaux endroits ombragés sur la rivière Orb, très… read more
19 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Susann help me a lot in the garden also she make a really good job with the sandmachine. I appreciate her energy. Really nice person
(Excellent)
30 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Françoise is a very nice and friendly Host. I had a very warm welcome at her house and met many other volunteers. I did some gardening, sanding work of a wooden floor and some other small works. Live with Françoise is easy going. The village of Cessenon is small and a bit sleepy. Bit die sorrounding is very beautiful. I had a kajaking trip,… read more
19 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Miquel)
Miquel is an ntelligent handyman and really fix a lot of things in the house and did a good job in the construction of a pergola, Anna is a wonderful mother and she also helps me a lot in the house and the garden and they have a cute little boy. They are nice persons which can be trusted. I really enjoy their company
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Emma is a wonderful woman, she knows to share with people abd I really apprciate her work because she ll doing with heart and mind, une belle personne à rencontrer
(Excellent)
19 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I absolutely enjoyed my two weeks stay with Francoise! Maybe from the start she appears not too social but with a bit of time, you will find her such a beautiful lady! She genuinely loves people and everything around her. In her house, your work is always greatly appreciated and she wants to make sure that you are happy here all the time. The work… read more
17 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Allan)
Allan is a nice man, gentle, respectful, a good drumer, he teachs very well drum and I learn a lot with him, He knows to work with wood and help me in the house. He does his best to give good vibes around him and it"s good
(Excellent)
17 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Massimo)
Massimo is a wonderful man, hard worker, respectful, loving people, plants and animals, it's a joy to have it at home. He helped me a lot
(Excellent)
14 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Massimo) for host
Very lovely staying at Françoise's house . She has been looking after us the all time , providing us food and good laughs. It's been my first experience with workaway and I was so glad it's been with Francoise , she always made me feel at home . I used to work in the garden , planting some veggies and looking after it , but also did some job in… read more
8 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Edmund)
Edmund is a wonderful young man, polite, respectful, who adapts easily, very easygoing, serious in the work, professional carpenter who likes wood and nature. A sensitive soul with whom I enjoyed sharing life, bon voyage
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Claude)
Claude est une personne très qualifiée dans son métier, il n'est pas resté longtemps mais il a réparé beaucoup de petites choses essentielles, la fenêtre n'a jamais aussi bien fermée. Merci de ton passage et de tes conseils Claude
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Noelia)
Noelia est une belle personne, Une femme volontaire et décidée avec beaucoup de sens de l'humour. Elle aime beaucoup la nature et le jardin, elle a fait un superbe travail au potager et m'a aidée dans les tâches quotidiennes. Grand merci Noelia.
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marina)
Marina est une jeune femme active et volontaire, très souriante. Elle est dynamique, très facile à vivre et très sociable. Ce fut du bonheur de l'avoir à la maison, elle m'a bien aidée. Merci Marina.
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marina) for host
It was my first Workaway and it has been an amazing experience!I was 2 month and half with Françoise and Arsene and I feel like part of the family. I worked mainly in the garden and helping a bit in the house. The area is very beautiful and the house is a very special place, you can feel the calmness energy inside. If you are interested in… read more
5 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Julie) for host
Merci pour ta confiance et ton accueil! Ce fut un excellent séjour!
5 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Julie)
Julie est une artiste avec beaucoup de sensibilité. Très impliquée dans ce qu"elle entreprend et qui donne le meilleur d"elle-même. J'ai eu beaucoup de plaisir à partager avec Julie
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan)
It was a pleasure to have Nathan at home. He made a really good job. He is respectful, honest, hardworking and easygoing. I hope you will have many others experiences and meet very nice people, bonne continuation
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Herman)
Herman is easy going, doing the job well and taking care of his environment. nice guy, hard worker, reliable. Do not hesitate to have him around
(Excellent)
28 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Herman) for host
Unfortunately i only stayed with Francoise for 10 days, but i will never forget those days.
The surrounding area is just beautiful. It's a calm place and it is very picturesque wherever you look.
The work was easy and the atmosphere regarding the work was relaxed. The food provided was good, and i really appreciated that Francoise included me in… read more
The surrounding area is just beautiful. It's a calm place and it is very picturesque wherever you look.
The work was easy and the atmosphere regarding the work was relaxed. The food provided was good, and i really appreciated that Francoise included me in… read more
23 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Cardigon) for host
I had a fabulous stay with Francoise and Arsene, it was nice to be there, Francoise included me in all of her activities such as the Jazz events that we went to it was great, food was also healthy and a good experience , I was happy with all the tasks given to me. Thankyou very much :)
20 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria )
Maria est une jeune femme sympathique, d'agréable compagnie, sérieuse et consciencieuse dans n'importe quel type de travail. Elle est très douce et c'est un plaisir de l'avoir à la maison, j'espère qu'on se reverra
(Excellent)
14 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Maria ) for host
Je suis restèe dans la maison de Francoise 10 jours. C’était trés jolie.
Je ai travaillé dans le jardin, je l’ai aidé à faire un mur et aussi avec le ménange.
j’amais beaucuop ce travailles.
La règion est très belle et il y a beaucoup des activité à faire, marcher, la velo et aussi nager à la riviere.
Quand je suis arrivée je ne parlais pas le… read more
Je ai travaillé dans le jardin, je l’ai aidé à faire un mur et aussi avec le ménange.
j’amais beaucuop ce travailles.
La règion est très belle et il y a beaucoup des activité à faire, marcher, la velo et aussi nager à la riviere.
Quand je suis arrivée je ne parlais pas le… read more
28 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Vitali)
100 % recommendable. Vitali is a person of confidence, calm, pleasant, good handyman who always gives the best of himself. He made my life easier
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)
Samuel stays 2 weeks with us. He lives in his own and knows also share. He is thorough in his work and respectful. He is a charming person who enjoy to share what he has. I learnt a lot from him, have a good ride and a blue sky.
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host
Had a good time here,
Francois is such a positive person. She is always nice and funny, so you have always someone who cheers you up.
The food she cooked was very good. She also shared the kitchen with me, so I felt like at home. I had everything I needed, even more.
I helped her and a other workawayer with some woodwork and paint. There is… read more
Francois is such a positive person. She is always nice and funny, so you have always someone who cheers you up.
The food she cooked was very good. She also shared the kitchen with me, so I felt like at home. I had everything I needed, even more.
I helped her and a other workawayer with some woodwork and paint. There is… read more
15 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Derek) for host
Merci beaucoup Françoise pour une expérience très marveilleuse :) J'ai appris beaucoup sur la culture française: la langue, la nourriture, les voies de la contruction et comme manger comme une person française aussi! J'ai aimé votre hospitalité et j'espère te voir bientôt!
28 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mélanie)
Mélanie est une jeune femme très active, dynamique, enthousiaste. Elle est menuisière et fait un travail d'une grande qualité, elle aime le bois et travailler le bois. Elle est très bonne cuisinière et de très bonne compagnie. Je te souhaite de très belles rencontres sur ta route. Merci Mélanie de tout mon coeur pour ta belle présence.
(Excellent)
27 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mélanie) for host
Merci beaucoup Françoise et Arsène! C'était très agréable de passer du temps avec vous. Vous êtes des personnes très sympathiques, ouvertes et interessantes. J'ai fait beaucoup des super expériences et en plus, j'ai mangé comme une raine chez vous :)
J'éspère bien que vous pouvez profiter de la terrasse que nous avons fait!
Si vous venez en… read more
J'éspère bien que vous pouvez profiter de la terrasse que nous avons fait!
Si vous venez en… read more
7 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kevin)
I had a very good time with Kevin. He is very easy to live. He is good at any job he is given, careful and applied. he is a good cook. It was a pleasure to receive him, Recommendable 100%
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kevin) for host
I had a very enjoyable and relaxing two weeks staying with Françoise near Béziers. The region is beautiful and full of nice hiking and biking spots. I really enjoyed the cultural, culinary, and language exchange with Françoise and the other workaway that I worked with. Françoise was also great with helping me improve my French! Thanks again!
11 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadia & Sasha)
Thank you very much for everything Nadia, Sasha and Nicole. They arrived in a difficult time of the year and of the construction and they helped me a lot. In a house under construction it is not easy for a little girl, Nicole has done well in the house to find games and places to play. Sasha really understood the project and he did it very well. I… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nadia & Sasha) for host
One month with Françoise and her family in February it was too fast. Harmony is a main what we feeling in this house. Job and rest, time together and our time, trips to cities and walking around village- everything was very nice. Françoise is amazing woman! We happy to meet you, Arsen and Bernar!
Ow, details:) Room with window on roof- we saw… read more
Ow, details:) Room with window on roof- we saw… read more
21 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Roland)
What an amazing guy. Roland repaired almost everything in the house. He listed and stored all tools and equipment. He did a great job to install the woodstove and the tubes in the chimney. Thanks to Roland the house has become a more pleasant, warm and welcoming place. He helped me a lot personally to find a method to carry out my projects. I… read more
(Excellent)
26 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria Jose )
Maria Jose y su amiga Carolina me ayudaron mucho y hicieron un gran trabajo en la casa. Es una mujer amable, atenta, energetica y llena de vida. Te deseo mucha felicidad en tu vida futura y espero volver a veros pronto
(Excellent)
15 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maria Jose ) for host
Estuve dos semanas en casa de Francoise, con mi amiga, y fue una excelente experiencia. Francoise es increible, muy amorosa, preocupada por todo, y su hijo Arsen muy simpatico. Es un lugar muy relajado, agradable, para pasar un tiempo lejos de la alocada ciudad, y poder admirar y apreciar la naturaleza que nos rodea.
Muchas gracias por todo… read more
Muchas gracias por todo… read more
11 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Izabela) for host
It was my first workaway with a not so good experience. I stayed 2 days at françoise's house and after sitting for talking about the activities we both decided that I should leave. I've asked about activities by an email before and arriving there the only activity for the moment was cleaning. The floor, the bathroom, the glasses. I really don't… read more
7 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
Christina is a fresh, dynamic, interesting, enthusiastic, lovely young woman. I really enjoyed her company and she helped me a lot with all the task I give to her. I wish her happy encounters on her way and I hope we will meet again soon and make a japanese bridge together in the garden.
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Christina) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it topped my expectations! I had such an amazing time at Francoise with painting together, cooking a lot, going to the river, doing siesta, playing piano, watching movies and of course hiking at the gorges du colombiere with her! And we did everything "tranquille" ;)
Thank you a lot for good and really… read more
Thank you a lot for good and really… read more
6 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rok) for host
Our first workaway experience! Everything was more than perfect. Francoises is a very nice host. We spent a lot of time together. We were working, cooking, swimming, laughing, dancing, ...... Her son is also very nice and her family. My kids enjoyed a lot too. We would like to come back and spend another holiday with Francoises and Arsene.
10 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rok)
Rok came with his 2 children and we had a wonderful time all together. Rok is a person positive, active, friendly, with a good mind, he did a great job with the heating water system. Ela is a friendly and helpful teenager and she makes good ice creams. Emil is a cheerful boy. I recommend this family. We really enjoy to have them home, I wish they… read more
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (KAMILA & JUAN ) for host
Estuvimos una semana en casa de Françoise, pasó muy rápido el tiempo y lamentamos no poder compartir más con ella y su hijo. Ellos son personas muy relajadas, nos hicieron sentir libres en su casa, pudimos prepararnos nuestras comidas como nosotros quisiéramos. El trabajo fue sencillo y ella es muy flexible con los horarios y permite que uno mismo… read more
20 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Martyna & Jan) for host
Francoise and her son Arsen were very nice hosts. Despite Francoise is a very busy woman she took us for a great trip to the mountains and picked us up from the nearby city after we were gone for the weekend. We stayed in a private room in her house which is not finished yet but comfortable enough. Work was quite easy,weeding,planting,making a… read more
9 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (annikarx)
Annika est une personne très agréable, sérieuse. Très bonne cuisinière, merci pour les nombreux plats que tu as préparé. Elle vous apprendra à sauter à la corde, elle a une super technique, Elle est de très bonne compagnie et elle est très consciencieuse dans le travail qu'on lui donne à faire, ce furent deux semaines très agréable en sa… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (annikarx) for host
Mon amie Evélia et moi, on passait deux semaines chez Françoise environ fin de mars. Elle est une personne très sympa, heureuse et créative. J’aime très bien son mode de vie minimaliste, sa maison bioclimatique et le jardin qui est énorme ! On se sentait immédiatement comme part de la petite famille, participait aux excursions et aux courses,… read more
6 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (pablolahoz)
Dès que Pablo est arrivé, il s'est emparé de la cuisine pour nous préparer tous les jours des plats succulents, un vrai talent de chef cuisinier souriant. Il m'a réparé toutes les serrures des portes et fenêtres de la maison qui ferme enfin. Il a de nombreux talents qu'il est prêt à partager. Ce que j'ai apprécié c'est ton ouverture de coeur, ton… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (William Andres)
William es un rayo de sol en la casa. Intuitivo, alegre, voluntario, sabe vivir y compartir. Tiene traza, le gusta pintar y decorar la casa y lo hace con mucho estilo, tiene un gran talento para hacer vivir el entorno. Es bueno para con las personas y los animales y es una persona muy dinamica con la cual uno se siente bien. Bonne continuation et… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (William Andres) for host
En la vida todo esperfecto. Todo llega y uno llega en el momento y lugar adecuado!!! Compartir con Françoise y su hijo en su casa fue maravillosamente expectacular, es una gran mujer con mucha sabiduria y conocimiento. Una gran amiga y una gran madre y persona. Buena maestra de frances!!!! Definitivamente me voy con muchas ganas de volver y seguir… read more
18 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Evélia)
Evelia est une jeune femme dynamique, volontaire, active et responsable. Elle a apporté dans la maison renouveau et douceur. Indépendante, autonome, intuitive et sachant partager, c'est une jeune femme pleine de ressources qui vous surprendra agréablement. Mon grand ado de fils a été conquis.
Evelia, ce fut une joie partagée, l'enduit chaux se… read more
Evelia, ce fut une joie partagée, l'enduit chaux se… read more
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Evélia) for host
Deux merveilleuses semaines passées en compagnie de Françoise et Arsène, dans un petit coin de paradis au bord de l'Orb. Les mots ne peuvent décrirent la gentillesse, la simplicité et l'accueil chaleureux dont nous avons bénéficié pendant ce séjour. Françoise, tu es merveilleuse, toujours le sourire, et ce rire que je n'oublierais pas de sitôt,… read more
4 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Maitena) for host
It's was a great experience! I spend more than one week with them in february, the family is very friendly although the language was a barrier for me i enjoy the conversations, works and have a fun too!
you have your own privacity in a department with private room, bath and kitchen share with other worksaways, but the meals we are all together… read more
you have your own privacity in a department with private room, bath and kitchen share with other worksaways, but the meals we are all together… read more
28 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (annaraffa) for host
We spent 2 weeks in February with Françoise and her family, together with another workawayer. We had a small apartment for ourselves, which was great but a bit cold (2 electric ovens to share between 3 rooms). We ate with the family, it was always plentiful, tasty and in good company. Our work consisted mainly in finishing her son's room,… read more
23 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Emma-Louise) for host
Thank you so much Francoise for allowing me to spend some time with you and your family. I can say that my French improved a lot while I was here as I was able to speak french with Bernard and Arsene during dinner time as well as enjoy Bernards cooking. And Bernards home made wine was awesome. The work was well balanced with the time of leisure. I… read more
11 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Macarena) for host
My experience with Françoise was great! We got along very well and she was very nice to me, worried that I was well fed and helped me improve my french. In the house we took nice tea breaks, she gave me options for work outside under the sun when possible and we had lovely food. Bernard was also very nice to me, even if we couldn't understand… read more
28 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Philipp & Astrid)
It was a great time we share together, hope you will have nice meetings along your trip, hope to see you again, the wall is still there
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Philipp & Astrid) for host
Thanks for great time we could share with you. When we think back we get a smile on our face. The nature is magnifique, the vine is savoureux, Bernaud the producer trés amusant et rafraichissant. Francoise is a really energetic healer, she proofed her skills on my broken back and it was a libération. Also she is so chaleureux et attentif. We… read more
28 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Cromwell)
Cromwell is a very nice man sensitive and easygoing, always want to help. I recommend this guy. You will be very happy with himlike we were. Thanks a lot Cromwell, have nice meeting in your road
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Cromwell) for host
I stayed in Françoise's house for two weeks and I am very happy to have done that. I think I made to fit in very well in this family. Françoise was always worried about me so I didn't need anything ever. The job wasn't hard at all, actually very easy to handle and also we didn't have a strict schedule. Besides, the food was quite tasty, thank you… read more
13 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Edward)
Edward is a person with a lot of knwledge in ecologic construction, very good advises, interesting conversations. I learn a lot about transparency. I wish you nice encounters.
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Edward) for host
Prèsque pas mal!! I will remember these words for the rest of my life. It was nice to have you as host and work together building the strawbale wall. There was much joy throughout the day. You are wonderful hosts.
Francoise, thank you for your non-stop concern for my well being. Bernard, merci à toi pour les conversations joyeux et claires.… read more
Francoise, thank you for your non-stop concern for my well being. Bernard, merci à toi pour les conversations joyeux et claires.… read more
4 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (svetar)
Sveta is easy going, independent, serious, very pleasant meeting
recommendable to 100%
bon voyage
recommendable to 100%
bon voyage
(Excellent)
26 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (svetar) for host
Francoise, Bernard and Arsene are good hosts!! I have spend 10 days in Berlou. Very beautiful and quiet area, perfect for hikes and bicycle rides. Francoise is always worry that everything is good with the volunteers.
Great expierence, merci beaucoup Francoise :)
Great expierence, merci beaucoup Francoise :)
23 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lenka & Tomáš ) for host
I think that before our arriving, this host place was great. We should have stayed in the house, where her family lives. This was the place, where all the volunteers stayed. Unfortunately Francoise had an argue with her husband and we paid for it.
We slept in the house she wanted to renovate so we didn't have hot water and almost no… read more
We slept in the house she wanted to renovate so we didn't have hot water and almost no… read more
11 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Bryan)
Bryan stayed with us six weeks, he layed all the tiles in the bathroom, he made us an amazing shower. He is a serious, caring, smiling, easy-going man. Thank you for everything, it was an amazing time in your company and a very nice sharing. We hope you find good hosts on your way.
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Paco)
Paco is a wonderful sensitive man, full of humor, light and deep. He offers us more than a help, a different point of view. We hope to see you again soon. You are in our heart.
(Excellent)
17 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Paco) for host
I cannot explain with words my experience with this family...So I'm not going to try to do it. I'm only going to say I'm sure with them you are goind to feel and to the learn the real meaning of workaway.
Françoise, Bernard and Arsene are one the best people I have ever meet in my life. And know I consider them friends.
MERCI et A BIENTOT!
P
Françoise, Bernard and Arsene are one the best people I have ever meet in my life. And know I consider them friends.
MERCI et A BIENTOT!
P
12 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nahuel) for host
Si puediese poner mas de 4 cáritas! !!
Mi primer workaway y no pudo haber sido mejor.
Le doy gracias a la vida de poder tener la suerte de conocer a esta familia. Son una familia hermosa Francoise, Bernard y Arsen.
Bernard es muy amable, atento y es un excelente cosinero! ! En mi vida no habia comido nunca cosas tan ricas!. Aprendi mucho de… read more
Mi primer workaway y no pudo haber sido mejor.
Le doy gracias a la vida de poder tener la suerte de conocer a esta familia. Son una familia hermosa Francoise, Bernard y Arsen.
Bernard es muy amable, atento y es un excelente cosinero! ! En mi vida no habia comido nunca cosas tan ricas!. Aprendi mucho de… read more
5 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Aaron) for host
What a great first workaway experience. I stayed here for two weeks and couldn't have had a better time. The family really made me feel welcome and was a great environment to relax in after a days work. Best of luck with the rest of the construction.
5 May 2015
Left by Workawayer (Gabriele) for host
What can I say about my time in Berlou, say that was a great great experience is really far of reality, even say that was wonderfull is still far far.
I felt like my home from the begining, I have awesome connection with this wonderfull family.
Bernard: A huge hardworker, I learned many things about wine farming thanks to him; and he always get… read more
I felt like my home from the begining, I have awesome connection with this wonderfull family.
Bernard: A huge hardworker, I learned many things about wine farming thanks to him; and he always get… read more
10 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it couldn't have been better. The area of Berlou is beautiful wine country, the rooms are large and you have all the space you need with your own kitchen and bathroom. The work was clearly explained and the hours were always fair. But the best part of this experience was getting to know the family and the… read more
8 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Paulina & Aleksander)
Paulina and Olek form a very good team together, they work hard. They are very nice people with great heart. I'm happy to see the stairs they made. Hopefully you can come again to continue help us. Hope to see you again
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Paulina & Aleksander) for host
It was suuuuuch a GREAT time with Francoise and Bernard! For us it was fantastic opportunity to try our building skills and our creativity with planning wooden stairs to their house. The food was delicious, Francoise is amazing in kitchen. We saw a lot lot of landscapes and cities around. We truly recommend this host, the best experience ever!… read more
8 Apr 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (SALVATORE)
We have a great time with Salvatore, always smiling, sensitive and nice man. Hope to see you again, take care
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (SALVATORE) for host
Really a great experience! Françoise and her family are really good people! have taught me so much and gave me so much! the method of work is very professional, serious and nice!
The house where I lived was very welcoming and we ate a lot and a great time!
Merci!
The house where I lived was very welcoming and we ate a lot and a great time!
Merci!
9 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Arkaitz) for host
Una sola palabra sería suficiente, MERCI !!
Bonito proyecto, bonito lugar y bonita familia. Gracias por haberme dejado formar parte de ello,
Recomendable 100%, se aprende mucho en todos los sentidos.
Que os vaya muy bien en todo y espero volver pronto.
Un abrazo a todos !!!!
Bonito proyecto, bonito lugar y bonita familia. Gracias por haberme dejado formar parte de ello,
Recomendable 100%, se aprende mucho en todos los sentidos.
Que os vaya muy bien en todo y espero volver pronto.
Un abrazo a todos !!!!
29 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina & Reda)
Christina and Reda are extremely nice, friendly and helped us a lot. We enjoyed a lot the smile and willingness to Christina and the friendliness and competence of Reda. We hope you have many wonderful encounters. You will be always welcome.
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Christina & Reda) for host
We stayed for 11-ish days at our first workaway and it was incredible! Francoise and Bernard are extremely kind, patient, understanding, generous, and accommodating in all things, especially regarding unexpected changes in plans (travel, length of stay, etc.). We worked hard and laughed a lot; the whole family is very animated and inclusive!… read more
25 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host
I was there only 4 days but it was nice to discover the amazing south of france, full of vineyards and lovely towns. I could enjoy the nature and your amazing food and wine. Thank you for all François and Bernard!
19 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna you are an excellent mosaic teacher, patient and gentle. I really love doing this ceramic with you and if you ever want to return to do another one, I really want to see you again. I hope you can carry out your projects, take care of you
(Excellent)
10 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
Wonderful place and amazing people! This was my first workaway experience and I truly enjoyed it! I stayed longer than planned because I enjoyed your company, and that you let me do this mosaic for your new house. I hope it will last forever and you will enjoy looking at it every day;) Hope to see it when the house is finished. All the best, Thank… read more
2 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)
The week passed quickly with you guys. You are a fantastic team. Thanks for your help and your enthousiasm. Hope to see you again, you are really welcome for the paintings.
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host
Our first workaway experience! Everything was perfect. Francoise and Bernard are as kind and generous a hosts as it is possible to be. First time working with natural building too, finally! Great experience, can't wait to try some more techniques.
Amazing food, wonderful company and many, many heated games of ping pong! Francosie and Bernard,… read more
Amazing food, wonderful company and many, many heated games of ping pong! Francosie and Bernard,… read more
14 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Aroa ) for host
Je n'ai pas de mots pour décrire le temps passé avec votre famille. Merci beaucoup pour tout!
Je ne vous oublierai jamais!
À Valencia vous avez une amie pour toute la vie.
Je ne vous oublierai jamais!
À Valencia vous avez une amie pour toute la vie.
13 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Aroa )
merveilleuse Aroa, courageuse, volontaire, généreuse et souriante, merci
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben & Calum)
Ben, we spend a long time together, working, speaking, living. Nous avons appris à vivre ensemble, partager une belle aventure qu'on appelle la vie. merci
(Excellent)
8 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Luna)
Merci Luna de nous avoir fait partager ta facilité d'être, ta joie de vivre et ta créativité débordante. Nous sommes un peu plus vivants grâce à toi et la maison pétille et vibre par ses beaux murs de terre-paille, beau travail.
(Excellent)
8 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Nerys)
Merci Nerys pour ton passage chez nous. Tu nous a beaucoup apporté, ta joie, ta bonne humeur, ton énergie, ton fort caractère et ta belle personnalité. Merci pour tout. Les murs terre-paille sont très beaux, tu as fait du bon travail, la maison a beaucoup de chance de t'avoir accueilli.
(Excellent)
22 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Katarzyna & Joanna) for host
Francoise, Bernard and Arsene hosted us for 2 weeks in theirs house. We spent nice time together. It was really intresting helping to build a
house. We have good fun.
house. We have good fun.
20 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Katarzyna & Joanna)
We are very happy to have receive you, Kasia and Asha. You work very hard and be good compagnie for us. We appreciate very much your smile and your reserve and discretion. Have a nice travel.
Françoise et Bernard
Françoise et Bernard
(Excellent)
17 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
I really enjoyed my time with Francoise, Bernard and Arsene. They're very nice people and they were good hosts. Also they live in a beautiful area. Thanks Francoise and Bernard. Let me know how the project goes in future.
17 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Thanks very much Alex, we appreciate a lot that you came to help us. We appreciate your kindness, your serious, your presence and your smile. Merci beaucoup. We are very happy to know you.
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Kirsty & Tim)
It was wonderful to work with you. We appreciated a lot your great sensibility, your intuitive and sensitive intelligence. You left your mark on the house, it will be beautiful, thanks to you
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim)
It was wonderful to work with you and share our lifes. We appreciated your enthusiasm and your good mood. The house will be great one day thanks to you.
(Excellent)
