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We are Tony and Lynn, in our early sixties, and we live in a small village in the Béarn region of Aquitaine. We’re mid-way through renovating our 17th century traditional French farmhouse and are looking for help with a range of activities, including light labour, gardening and some dog walking.
We can offer the opportunity to gain new skills, and learn about rural life in this wonderful part of the world.
Covid update: Lynn is a community nurse and awareness of risks associated with Covid is understandably at the forefront of our minds. We may ask volunteers who enquire about staying with us, whether or not they have been vaccinated or received a recent test.
We sincerely hope that this does not deter volunteers from coming to stay with us. We are eager to pick up the pace of hosting but we need to make sure that we are all safe.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
S’occuper des animaux
Aide à la maison
Entretien général
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
We have hosted many Workawayers and exchange students over the years, and find the experience very fulfilling. We both speak French (Lynn far better than Tony....) but generally communicate in English within the home.
Staying with us is an opportunity to pick up knowledge and skills, along with the chance to learn about materials and techniques used in a traditional housing renovation.
As well as providing great quality accommodation for our volunteers, we believe that providing delicious and interesting food is an important way to show our appreciation. We greatly enjoy cooking and are eager to share our culinary experiences. We have extended our repertoire of vegetarian dishes and Tony has been learning traditional French cooking techniques and how to preserve local produce, and there is a lot of opportunity to share and experience these methods.
Aide
House
We currently need help constructing a large kitchen using both old and new materials, as well as more general work around the house. Looking ahead, we intend to undertake a major renovation of our barn. Any guests with previous trade experience such as plumbing and electrics would be particularly welcome. Firewood preparation and sourcing local wood is an also an important part of our routine.
Garden
The vegetable plot should be more productive than it is! Tony is in the process of adopting the perma-culture principles advocated by Charles Dowding, and needs support in this fascinating area of food production.
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Intermédiaire
Hébergement
The house is a traditional Béarnaise farmhouse built circa 1800, and we are in the process of restoring and refreshing it. The house has four generously sized double bedrooms, each with an ensuite WC with shower, one of which is available for our guests. It is important to us that our volunteers are provided with high-quality sleeping and bathroom facilities, and the room is both beautiful and comfortable. The house is situated just outside a small French village, in an elevated position with striking views of the Pyrenees
Autres infos...
There are numerous wonderful walking and cycling routes on our doorstep, and we are keen for our guests to enjoy the local countryside. Our local town is around six kilometers away and is a fabulous small medieval fortified 'bastide' with bars and cafés. Local restaurants are of an exceptionally good quality and great value. We make regular trips to surrounding towns, with the occasional trip to the city of Pau or to the coast, both of which are about an hour away. Tony has recently started exploring hiking trails in the Pyrenees and, if the opportunity arises, is eager to take volunteers on these excursions during their downtime.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Espace pour garer des vans
Hardstanding with electrical hook-up
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Deux
Nombre d'heures attendues
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
N° de référence hôte : 867512914467
Feedback (18)
24 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Celine) pour l'hôte
Dear Tony, Lynn and, of course, Otto! Staying with you was the best start for my journey. I was received with open arms and smiles. I was made comfortable and nurtured from day one. They're easygoing and easy to talk to, so communication was not a problem at all. I won't say much about the beautiful, delicious food and desserts as you have to go… read more
7 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Celine)
My word we've been lucky, having hosted yet another great Workawayer!
Celine got stuck into every task that I put her way, including some activities which were just outside her comfort zone. She embraced every minute of her time with us.
The potager needs continual weeding and maintenance and Celine and I worked together to prepare it for the… read more
Celine got stuck into every task that I put her way, including some activities which were just outside her comfort zone. She embraced every minute of her time with us.
The potager needs continual weeding and maintenance and Celine and I worked together to prepare it for the… read more
(Excellent
)
30 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Myriam)
Myriam is everything that a Workaway host could hope for.
Hard working, focused on detail and seeking perfection in all that she does, Myriam embraced all of the work that we put her way, including the weeding of our potager, which now looks better than it has ever has in the past, cleaning and setting up our bicycles and helping with the… read more
Hard working, focused on detail and seeking perfection in all that she does, Myriam embraced all of the work that we put her way, including the weeding of our potager, which now looks better than it has ever has in the past, cleaning and setting up our bicycles and helping with the… read more
(Excellent
)
24 oct. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Myriam) pour l'hôte
dear Tony, dear Lynn🌺
I would like to thank you for the two unforgettable, beautiful weeks. You welcomed me so warmly, I was able to enjoy such fine, freshly prepared food with you every day and the bedroom with its own bathroom that was provided to me also felt like I was in a 5-star hotel.🤩
In the two weeks I did gardening (pulling weeds),… read more
I would like to thank you for the two unforgettable, beautiful weeks. You welcomed me so warmly, I was able to enjoy such fine, freshly prepared food with you every day and the bedroom with its own bathroom that was provided to me also felt like I was in a 5-star hotel.🤩
In the two weeks I did gardening (pulling weeds),… read more
24 oct. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Ana Laura ) pour l'hôte
At the begging I was so scared of not being able to do enough for them, specially because it was my first volunteering, but as soon as I arrived to the bus station I was feeling so comfortable talking with Tony to the way home.
I really enjoyed the time to eat, Lynn and Tony are really good at cooking and they were trying to cook different dishes… read more
I really enjoyed the time to eat, Lynn and Tony are really good at cooking and they were trying to cook different dishes… read more
15 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ana Laura )
Ana was a wonderful guest and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with her.
Her methodical and steady approach to the range of tasks we gave her helped us to bring our project forward. The first task was to shift several heaps of compost from one bin to another. A grotty task at the best of times but Ana sifted the contents and dispersed the good stuff… read more
Her methodical and steady approach to the range of tasks we gave her helped us to bring our project forward. The first task was to shift several heaps of compost from one bin to another. A grotty task at the best of times but Ana sifted the contents and dispersed the good stuff… read more
(Excellent
)
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24 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Celine) pour l'hôte
Dear Tony, Lynn and, of course, Otto! Staying with you was the best start for my journey. I was received with open arms and smiles. I was made comfortable and nurtured from day one. They're easygoing and easy to talk to, so communication was not a problem at all. I won't say much about the beautiful, delicious food and desserts as you have to go… read more
7 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Celine)
My word we've been lucky, having hosted yet another great Workawayer!
Celine got stuck into every task that I put her way, including some activities which were just outside her comfort zone. She embraced every minute of her time with us.
The potager needs continual weeding and maintenance and Celine and I worked together to prepare it for the… read more
Celine got stuck into every task that I put her way, including some activities which were just outside her comfort zone. She embraced every minute of her time with us.
The potager needs continual weeding and maintenance and Celine and I worked together to prepare it for the… read more
(Excellent
)
30 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Myriam)
Myriam is everything that a Workaway host could hope for.
Hard working, focused on detail and seeking perfection in all that she does, Myriam embraced all of the work that we put her way, including the weeding of our potager, which now looks better than it has ever has in the past, cleaning and setting up our bicycles and helping with the… read more
Hard working, focused on detail and seeking perfection in all that she does, Myriam embraced all of the work that we put her way, including the weeding of our potager, which now looks better than it has ever has in the past, cleaning and setting up our bicycles and helping with the… read more
(Excellent
)
24 oct. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Myriam) pour l'hôte
dear Tony, dear Lynn🌺
I would like to thank you for the two unforgettable, beautiful weeks. You welcomed me so warmly, I was able to enjoy such fine, freshly prepared food with you every day and the bedroom with its own bathroom that was provided to me also felt like I was in a 5-star hotel.🤩
In the two weeks I did gardening (pulling weeds),… read more
I would like to thank you for the two unforgettable, beautiful weeks. You welcomed me so warmly, I was able to enjoy such fine, freshly prepared food with you every day and the bedroom with its own bathroom that was provided to me also felt like I was in a 5-star hotel.🤩
In the two weeks I did gardening (pulling weeds),… read more
24 oct. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Ana Laura ) pour l'hôte
At the begging I was so scared of not being able to do enough for them, specially because it was my first volunteering, but as soon as I arrived to the bus station I was feeling so comfortable talking with Tony to the way home.
I really enjoyed the time to eat, Lynn and Tony are really good at cooking and they were trying to cook different dishes… read more
I really enjoyed the time to eat, Lynn and Tony are really good at cooking and they were trying to cook different dishes… read more
15 oct. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ana Laura )
Ana was a wonderful guest and we thoroughly enjoyed our time with her.
Her methodical and steady approach to the range of tasks we gave her helped us to bring our project forward. The first task was to shift several heaps of compost from one bin to another. A grotty task at the best of times but Ana sifted the contents and dispersed the good stuff… read more
Her methodical and steady approach to the range of tasks we gave her helped us to bring our project forward. The first task was to shift several heaps of compost from one bin to another. A grotty task at the best of times but Ana sifted the contents and dispersed the good stuff… read more
(Excellent
)
13 août 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Elie)
Elie is a remarkable young man. He has left side hemiplagia, and on his arrival I made the unpardonable assumption that he would not be up to the range of tasks which I had in mind for him. How very wrong I was.
Elie has a work ethic the likes of which I have not previously encountered. He was only with us for three full days, but on the first day… read more
Elie has a work ethic the likes of which I have not previously encountered. He was only with us for three full days, but on the first day… read more
(Excellent
)
9 janv. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alex)
Alex was due to come and stay with us for just a few days, but due to circumstances beyond his control, he stayed with us for several weeks. What a result for us!
There are always two sides to the Workaway experience for hosts. The work (ability and ethic) and the personality of the individual guests.
In terms of work, Alex got stuck in to… read more
There are always two sides to the Workaway experience for hosts. The work (ability and ethic) and the personality of the individual guests.
In terms of work, Alex got stuck in to… read more
(Excellent
)
9 janv. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Alex) pour l'hôte
Before you request to stay at Lynn's and Tony's take into account that you will have to deal with a certain degree of sadness after you leave them. I've warned you ;)
I aided Lynn and Tony with the renovation of their dining room by stripping the wall, removing the joints, build a metal framework, mounting and sanding the plasterboard. I also… read more
I aided Lynn and Tony with the renovation of their dining room by stripping the wall, removing the joints, build a metal framework, mounting and sanding the plasterboard. I also… read more
1 déc. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Pablo) pour l'hôte
Tony and Lynn are nice and open people, lovely to be arround and to share time with. They were very generous with me, and also fair and very clear with the kind of work and needs they required. On a more social side, they both were kind and fun to be arround, we had wonderful conversations and they are both people with a lot of life experience and… read more
23 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Pablo)
Pablo is a really nice, intelligent and engaging person.
Full-on manual and physical work was relatively new to him, but he embraced the various tasks that I threw his way with a light heart and a focused approach. Careful and methodical are words that come to mind.
I couldn't bear the thought of shelling the sacks of dried beans that we saved… read more
Full-on manual and physical work was relatively new to him, but he embraced the various tasks that I threw his way with a light heart and a focused approach. Careful and methodical are words that come to mind.
I couldn't bear the thought of shelling the sacks of dried beans that we saved… read more
(Excellent
)
15 août 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Florent & Telma) pour l'hôte
Tony and Lynn are very kind people,
i stay 3 week with them and was a really nice experience.
They are excellent cooker ! All the meal was delicious.
I've learn a lot of tricks like how to make the mortar and apply it on the wall.
Tony and Lynn was taking care when i was working to ask me if i need water or something else, i've appreciate… read more
i stay 3 week with them and was a really nice experience.
They are excellent cooker ! All the meal was delicious.
I've learn a lot of tricks like how to make the mortar and apply it on the wall.
Tony and Lynn was taking care when i was working to ask me if i need water or something else, i've appreciate… read more
14 août 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Florent & Telma)
Florent came to us for a 2-week stay and by mutual agreement, this was extended by another week. During this time, he proved himself to be invaluable to our project. Every task was approached with enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and carried out to a high standard. Florent was fast and thorough - just the sort of thing that I needed, as I was… read more
(Excellent
)
1 févr. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Carina)
This was the first time that we have asked a volunteer to look after our house and dog whilst we were absent, so we were slightly out of our comfort zone with this prospect.
As it turned out, we needn't have worried. As soon as we met Carina, we knew that we were in good hands. Her friendly and mature nature were just what we were hoping for and… read more
As it turned out, we needn't have worried. As soon as we met Carina, we knew that we were in good hands. Her friendly and mature nature were just what we were hoping for and… read more
(Excellent
)
29 janv. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Carina) pour l'hôte
Wow, conocer a Lynn y a Tony fue maravilloso. En primera, me asombró que me tuvieran la confianza para dejarme al cuidado de Otho su perrito y su casa durante sus vacaciones. En segunda, que Tony se ofreciera a recogerme en mi primer Workaway ya que las corridas de trenes eran muy irregulares.
Desde el primer contacto sentí la calidez y sencillez… read more
Desde el primer contacto sentí la calidez y sencillez… read more
31 août 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Joshua) pour l'hôte
Being a first time workawayer, I was a bit apprehensive to meet Tony and Lynn and work for them. However, once I got off the train and met them that quickly disappeared. They are very friendly, and will joke around with you so it is very easy to feel comfortable at their home. I did not have a lot of skills when I arrived, so Tony made sure to… read more
19 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Joshua)
Josh helped out with a broad range of tasks including mowing lawns, stacking wood and cleaning machinery. He was helpful, attentive and keen to learn.
But I am particularly indebted to him for the way in which he literally attacked a rendered wall as part of our kitchen renovation. The render needed to be stripped in order to reveal the original… read more
But I am particularly indebted to him for the way in which he literally attacked a rendered wall as part of our kitchen renovation. The render needed to be stripped in order to reveal the original… read more
(Excellent
)
27 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (cherieandricky) pour l'hôte
we had a amazing time with Tony and Lyn who are lovely, generous hosts.Tony was a great communicator and kindly allowed as to arrive a few weeks earlier after an unexpected change to our plans. We were blown away with the delicious meals Tony cooked with local delicateses and wine to match and the quality of our accomodation. We enjoyed… read more
26 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (cherieandricky)
Our Workaway experiences just get better and better. As soon as Cherie and Ricky arrived they got stuck into the work with energy and passion. They really know their stuff in the garden and in no time at all had completed the work on our potager by installing substantial timber borders and setting us up for an area to grow our veg going into the… read more
(Excellent
)
11 juil. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Jenny) pour l'hôte
Unbelievable Workaway experience! Tony and Lynn are incredible hosts. This was my first Workaway enlistment and I'm still in awe of how well it all came together, completely attributed to Tony and Lynn. They were organized, and prepared for us when we arrived. Their home is cozy, and beautifully decorated. I was lucky they invited my husband Andy… read more
1 juil. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jenny)
From the moment Jenny and Andy arrived, I new this was going to be good. Andy was very competent and at ease with any tools I passed his way. The first day was spent sawing/splitting some serious chunks of firewood and I quickly realised that Jenny was an expert stacker. It was brilliant watching them work as a team and this spirit of cooperation… read more
(Excellent
)
30 juin 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Paul) pour l'hôte
Phenomenal workaway experience.. Tony and Lynn are exceptional hosts, ultra-friendly, kind, generous, open-minded, laid-back and totally chill... the work was straight-forward and very well organized, communication was spot-on from day one... my room was “palatial” (like a palace), and the food was outrageous... home-made-cured-smoked bacon and… read more
20 juin 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Paul)
I need more people here like Paul! Not only is he a phenomenal worker but he is great company. Paul got stuck in from day one and proved to be adept and practical in every task that he approached. He listened carefully to what was required and thereafter carried out the work to a high standard. His first attempt at wood stacking was a blinder. He… read more
(Excellent
)
8 nov. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Ryan & Anastasia) pour l'hôte
Where can we start about Tony and Lynn?
To put it simply, they are remarkably admirable people. We spent two and a half weeks with them, and felt fortunate for every day in their company.
Tony and Lynn are in the process of renovating their lovely home in Béarn in order to offer lodging for guests (chambres d’hôtes). As such, most of the work… read more
To put it simply, they are remarkably admirable people. We spent two and a half weeks with them, and felt fortunate for every day in their company.
Tony and Lynn are in the process of renovating their lovely home in Béarn in order to offer lodging for guests (chambres d’hôtes). As such, most of the work… read more
7 nov. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ryan & Anastasia)
Ryan and Anastasia were just fabulous. From the moment they arrived they got stuck into a whole range of tasks. Much of the initial work was in the vegetable plot and the rest of the garden. They both worked hard and stuck to an organised approach to their day. It was sometimes the devils own job to prise them away for a bit of respite and a cup… read more
(Excellent
)
25 oct. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Liam & Ciara) pour l'hôte
We were lucky enough to stay with Lynn, Tony and their lovely dog Otto for 2 weeks in October. Having done other workaways previously we can say with confidence that this is one of the best workaway experiences you could have. The work we were expected to do was always very fair and Tony would not give us a job that he wouldn't be willing to do… read more
18 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Liam & Ciara)
Liam and Ciara have just left us after 2 very productive weeks. They worked hard and achieved a lot, including a major tidy up of our 1.5 acre garden and clearing a series of trees which turned out to be a major task, undertaken with characteristic enthusiasm and determination. They split logs and painted gates, all to a great standard. I also… read more
(Excellent
)
10 oct. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (CRISTIAN & JADRANKA) pour l'hôte
The week we were in Araujazon, near the French Pyrenees, was a week of learning, work, gastronomic joy and culture exchange. Linh and Anthony know how to receive the volunteers very well. The house, an old French country house located in the middle of green meadows, is very cozy. We sleep in a huge room overlooking the mountains and private… read more
18 sept. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (CRISTIAN & JADRANKA)
This feedback is woefully late for a whole host of reasons but I couldn't let these guys go through our doors without providing some appropriately gushing praise. They were fab! Great work ethic, doing all sorts of challenging stuff in the garden and within the house. Jadranka is an ace ironer (not sure if that is a word) despite this not being… read more
(Excellent
)
21 juin 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Hannah)
We were really sorry to see Hannah leave us yesterday. She has a lovely serene nature which made the hosting experience a breeze. Mealtimes were great fun and we enjoyed learning about her life, experiences and future aspirations, with the odd glass of French thrown in for good measure. It reminded us of how enlightening the cultural exchange… read more
(Excellent
)
7 avr. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Niklas) pour l'hôte
Staying and working with Tony and Lynn for ten days was a great experience. Everything I did had clearly visible results, which certainly helped with the motivation. Not only do they live in a beautiful area with a good view of the Pyrenees, their dog Otto will gladly take any visitors out for a walk and show them around. The food was very good… read more
6 avr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Niklas)
Niklas is a really nice guy and we were pleased that he could come and stay with us. He has a great approach to work and he completed a range of tasks (building raised beds, attic flooring, wardrobe renovation) to an excellent standard. When we hit a snag that needed a bit of intelligence and problem solving nouse, Niklas was on it and found… read more
(Excellent
)
1 mars 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Amy) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Tony and Lynn for a wonderful 2.5 weeks and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! They are renovating a lovely farmhouse in the countryside and it quickly felt like home (But actually it did! I'm not just saying that to be nice). I helped with many different jobs such as painting, cleaning, treating wood, stacking firewood,… read more
26 févr. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Amy)
Amy stayed with us for about two and a half weeks and we are sorry to have seen her leave. She embraced work and challenges whatever the situation, including dog walking, sowing, ironing, painting, laying concrete and moving/stacking a lot of wood (better than me it seems!). I simply told/showed her what I needed, and she just got on with the… read more
(Excellent
)
17 juil. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Ilja_and_Nora) pour l'hôte
It was a great experience to stay with Lynn and Tony :) We had wonderful three and a half weeks together and we highly recommend them as lovely and caring hosts.
Both of them cooked fantastic meals for us. We had a beautiful big bedroom in their house and we loved to be in the garden, seeing Otto the dog happily running around in front of an… read more
Both of them cooked fantastic meals for us. We had a beautiful big bedroom in their house and we loved to be in the garden, seeing Otto the dog happily running around in front of an… read more
16 juil. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ilja_and_Nora)
Ilja and Nora stayed with us for about 3 weeks during June and July this year and we enjoyed their visit immensely. They both possess a remarkable work ethic and we had a great routine from the moment they arrived. Ilja was able to help with some internal joinery projects, which included hanging some doors in very irregular openings and mounting… read more
(Excellent
)
17 mars 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Signe) pour l'hôte
Stayed with Lynn and Tony for the first two weeks in March and had a really good workaway experience - enjoying the luxury of very comfortable accommodation, great hosts, beautiful countryside and fulfilling work. The food was delicious and with the company of their energetic dog Otto I never had to be alone on my walks, no matter the time or… read more
16 mars 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Signe)
Signe was our first ever workaway volunteer and what an excellent way to start! We quickly established a good working relationship and Signe helped us with a range of tasks including gardening, painting and stacking wood (she loves stacking wood....). Her determination to embrace the surrounding countryside was remarkable, and we were gobsmacked… read more
(Excellent
)
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