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Hi we are Laurence and Madeleine, an English couple who live in a beautiful old farmhouse near Cordes-sur-Ciel in the Tarn, South West France. The house is a real rural retreat, with lots of space to relax and a swimming pool. There are lovely walks in stunning countryside, literally on our doorstep! We also have bicycles you can borrow. If you are interested in water sports, there is kayaking on the river and wind surfing on a lake, both nearby.
The house is a 10 min drive from a small town called Laguepie, which has shops and two bars, a small market twice a week and a train station with trains to Toulouse. The beautiful medieval town of Cordes sur Ciel is a 15 min drive, and as well as the historic old town to explore, has good shops, restaurants, a bar and a lively market on Saturdays.
Albi, a UNESCO city, with its historic cathedral and Toulouse Lautrec museum, is 40mins drive, and Toulouse is an hour's train ride away. Almost everyday there is a colourful market in one of the local towns, and at weekends, festivals in some of the villages.
We are both very sociable, and Madeleine is a good cook. We eat mainly fish and vegetarian food, but happy to cater for meat eaters.
If you are looking for a working holiday in beautiful surroundings with good food and friendly hosts, then please get in touch!
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are happy to take guests to visit local sights and explore the area if they do not have their own car. This is a beautiful location, and a chance to relax and recharge!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for 1 or 2 people to help us restore a large shed/hangar and the space around it, as well as prepare a small field for a glamping project.
The help will involve a lot of physical work, clearing hedgerows/brambles, as well as building work, including mixing and laying concrete and helping with carpentry.
We are looking for people who understand construction, and who can take initiative. Please do not apply if you do not have this experience.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a large comfortable attic bedroom with its own bathroom for our workaway guests.
The house is spacious, with lots of places inside and out to relax in. We have a cinema room and a good selection of films. There is reasonable wi-fi.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
