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29 Mar 2024
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Hi, I am Honor British living in an old Farmhouse based in a charming authentic village in the Aude (part of Languedoc) Easily accessible from airports etc we are in between Roman Narbonne and Medieval Carcassonne
It would be ideal (for you ) if you have a car so you can get around this beautiful region, that way you will get the most out of it here . There is a lot to see! But I can take you to train stations if you want to go sightsee
I could really do some help with some spring cleaning and some painting and varnishing as well as some gardening please
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Well we are English in France so you can benefit from two cultures and some fab (so others say) British cooking with a French twist!
Help
General Gardening and small paint jobs and some spring cleaning
I am looking for someone who is resourceful, and if you know how to use a drill that would be a bonus .
General help around the house
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
I may live in France but my French is still awful so happy to exchange french and english in conversations
Accommodation
In our house
If you have an online job that could work well too
3 meals a day -
I highly recommend a car so you can explore the area on your time off
No smoking in the house please
What else ...
There are tons of beautiful sights around here - if you did have a car that would be ideal but happy to give lifts to train stations
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
My WIFI is very good and i have Fibre
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Very well behaved pets that are cute, don't shed hair and don't go on furniture !
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
flexible
Host ref number: 885227348815
Feedback (27)
29 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Klara)
Klara was a delight to have around and very helpful and willing and a good cook and conversationalist too ! You are welcome back any time Klara
(Excellent
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29 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Klara) for host
Staying with Honor was a great experience! She was kind and including, we shared all our meals together and the accommodation was perfect. Even though I was only there for a short amount of time it was all in all lovely and she made sure I got to see some beautiful towns and villages before I left - thanks Honor! <3
10 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Thank you Eva for your lovely review and for choosing me.
It was short but sweet and went so quickly
I enjoyed our conversations and binge watching of Netflix! Thanks for doing such an excellent job of all that spring cleaning !!
You are always welcome back here
Love Honor x
It was short but sweet and went so quickly
I enjoyed our conversations and binge watching of Netflix! Thanks for doing such an excellent job of all that spring cleaning !!
You are always welcome back here
Love Honor x
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
I've just returned from Honor's home and I already miss being there. It was my first experience as a workawayer and also travelling solo and I couldn't have found a better hostess. Honor made me feel very comfortable from the very first minute. The work involved some gardening and some spring cleaning, in exchange, Honor offered great… read more
11 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina was very easy going, good fun and helpful. Did everything asked of her and also helped out another friend in need ! It was lovely for my daughter also to have someone nearer her own age for a change! I would welcome Nina back any time
(Excellent
)
10 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
Honor and Holly are both wonderful! Honor includes her workawayers right away like a part of the family. They live in a beautiful surrounding and accommodation in general is very good. She always makes sure there's everything you need. I stayed three weeks with them and really enjoyed it. The area is beautiful! It's definitely an advantage having… read more
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(5.0)
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29 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Klara)
Klara was a delight to have around and very helpful and willing and a good cook and conversationalist too ! You are welcome back any time Klara
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Klara) for host
Staying with Honor was a great experience! She was kind and including, we shared all our meals together and the accommodation was perfect. Even though I was only there for a short amount of time it was all in all lovely and she made sure I got to see some beautiful towns and villages before I left - thanks Honor! <3
10 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Thank you Eva for your lovely review and for choosing me.
It was short but sweet and went so quickly
I enjoyed our conversations and binge watching of Netflix! Thanks for doing such an excellent job of all that spring cleaning !!
You are always welcome back here
Love Honor x
It was short but sweet and went so quickly
I enjoyed our conversations and binge watching of Netflix! Thanks for doing such an excellent job of all that spring cleaning !!
You are always welcome back here
Love Honor x
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
I've just returned from Honor's home and I already miss being there. It was my first experience as a workawayer and also travelling solo and I couldn't have found a better hostess. Honor made me feel very comfortable from the very first minute. The work involved some gardening and some spring cleaning, in exchange, Honor offered great… read more
11 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina was very easy going, good fun and helpful. Did everything asked of her and also helped out another friend in need ! It was lovely for my daughter also to have someone nearer her own age for a change! I would welcome Nina back any time
(Excellent
)
10 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
Honor and Holly are both wonderful! Honor includes her workawayers right away like a part of the family. They live in a beautiful surrounding and accommodation in general is very good. She always makes sure there's everything you need. I stayed three weeks with them and really enjoyed it. The area is beautiful! It's definitely an advantage having… read more
7 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Elaine)
It was lovely to meet you Elaine . I said it before and i'll say it again its so brave of you to venture out to Europe to stay with total strangers ! You took me and my household as you found us ! Thank you. Thank you for all your help and practical gifts and suggestions and great fish tacos !! I wish you all the luck in the world and hope to see… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Elaine) for host
Honor welcomed me into her home and definitely treats her Workaway guests as a family member and includes them in all her activities and invitations. I helped with gardening, pool, cleaning, laundry, ironing, and did a little cooking. The accommodations were fantastic and she has an energetic household. She had a friend staying also so we had many… read more
5 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Martina)
An utter delight to be with and a wonderful gentle soul
Thank you for all your help Martina and what a surprise to see how wonderful my garden looked after you had left (the secret path way!) You are a friend and welcome back anytime
Thank you for all your help Martina and what a surprise to see how wonderful my garden looked after you had left (the secret path way!) You are a friend and welcome back anytime
(Excellent
)
3 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Martina) for host
Dear Honor,
I might repeat myself but I'm so grateful that I met you, I've learned so much in such a short period of time, about life in general, about myself ! Thank you very much!
This is a great place to stay and a even greater host, welcoming, with a big heart.
The work is to look after the "gite", getting them ready for the new guests. And… read more
I might repeat myself but I'm so grateful that I met you, I've learned so much in such a short period of time, about life in general, about myself ! Thank you very much!
This is a great place to stay and a even greater host, welcoming, with a big heart.
The work is to look after the "gite", getting them ready for the new guests. And… read more
26 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna)
What a review Johanna ! Thank you. (you forgot my fabulous cooking skills !!) It was a real pleasure to have you stay. Not only were you a fab workawayer but you were a fab friend. I enjoyed getting to know you and meet your family and it was really inspiring to meet a strong vibrant woman who has the guts to take a year off in midlife On a… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Johanna) for host
So; where do I start? I came at beginning of July 2021 when the high season was just about to start not knowing exactley how long to stay. It turned out to be four absolutely fabulous months and I will try to tell you why:
First of all; the way Honor makes you feel part of her family and friends is extraordinary. Additional to being included in… read more
First of all; the way Honor makes you feel part of her family and friends is extraordinary. Additional to being included in… read more
12 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Denise)
What a lovely review! Thank you Denise (cheque in the post LOL!) I want to come and stay with me! Thank you for everything you did. And for teaching me the word JOMO ! It was lovely to get to know you and (briefly your dad!) and I really hope we will meet again (especially in Bali) Wishing you all the luck and happiness in the world
People if you… read more
People if you… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Denise) for host
I spent 5 wonderful weeks with Honor and Holly over June/July 2021. It was my first Workaway and I really couldn’t have been wished for a better experience! Honor is such a beautiful human (inside and out!) and warmly welcomed me into her home - I really felt like part of the fam!
The area where Honor lives is simply stunning. We went on some… read more
The area where Honor lives is simply stunning. We went on some… read more
21 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Juan)
Juan came recommended by my previous workawayers and was as lovely as they said he was
Polite, friendly, enthusiastic, resourceful and a great cook
Lovely to meet you Juan and I really hope we will meet again one day soon in your beautiful country
Good Luck and I hope you get the job xxx
Polite, friendly, enthusiastic, resourceful and a great cook
Lovely to meet you Juan and I really hope we will meet again one day soon in your beautiful country
Good Luck and I hope you get the job xxx
(Excellent
)
20 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Juan) for host
Thanks a lot Honor!!!! It has been a pleasure to have had this opportunity on mi first workaway experience. I could not have been more fortunate! You are an amazing and very special host! I had the privilege of sharing almost two weeks in this lovely farmhouse, where I received kindness, generosity, positive vibes, and the best energy from the… read more
31 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Aline)
Gutted that Aline and Carlos had to leave after just one week. Not only had they done loads of jobs for me but they had done them with so much creativity and exceeded my expectations. And thanks to them I even got to meet one of my local vignerons for a wine tasting (I've lived here 13 years and never yet been to this particular one)
Oh and… read more
Oh and… read more
(Excellent
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31 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Aline) for host
I couldn't jave asked for a better host for my first Workaway experience.
The farmhouse is lovely and in the middle of the beautiful region of Languedoc Roussillon. Since the moment Honor came to pick usnup at the train station, she was warm, funny and caring. It was so great meeting such an active, happy and working woman! Hands down!
Honor,… read more
The farmhouse is lovely and in the middle of the beautiful region of Languedoc Roussillon. Since the moment Honor came to pick usnup at the train station, she was warm, funny and caring. It was so great meeting such an active, happy and working woman! Hands down!
Honor,… read more
10 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina is a delight. Beautiful inside and out. Nothing is too much trouble for her and she does things with out being asked because she has initiative and instinct. Smart, funny and great company. We didn't want her to go but she has taken a 'proper' job . But Sabrina you know you always have a home here , not forgetting that we will be running… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
How would I describe my experience in this fantastic place with such a wonderful company! Honor, Holly, Fred and Bob deserve a HUGE thank you first of all! It was very easy to fall in love with this place. The village is charming, surrounded by beautiful landscapes, vineyards, rivers... So many interesting medieval towns, places to explore. People… read more
25 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Desideria)
Desi has already written a review on Instagram and actually made me cry! I am so touched by your words Desi - and I really appreciate everything you did for me. You were a sparkle of joy and super intelligent and great fun to have around. Nothing was too much trouble for you and you didn't everything I asked of you with pride and enthusiasm. Thank… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Desideria) for host
When I first read the description of Honor’s place I was impressed.. but I couldn’t possibly imagine how great this experience would have been. Now back home, reflecting on the 5 weeks I spent in France, I do think I was extremely lucky to have found Honor among all the other hosts and have been welcomed to Maison de la Roche.
First of all, Honor,… read more
First of all, Honor,… read more
13 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana)
Thank you Ana for your lovely review and thank you for all the help you gave me
I really enjoyed getting to know you , you are so smart, well read and so interesting ! and Brave!
I am sorry it was such a short time but you are welcome back here any time you want
xx
I really enjoyed getting to know you , you are so smart, well read and so interesting ! and Brave!
I am sorry it was such a short time but you are welcome back here any time you want
xx
(Excellent
)
11 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ana) for host
My stay at Honor’s has been one of the best workaway experiences I’ve had - she is a wonderful person and I’m very glad to have met her, Holly, Fred, and Bob!
It’s really what I’d hope every workawayer gets to experience in their travels - an absolutely lovely, friendly and very fun host, truly like being part of the family.
Helping around the… read more
It’s really what I’d hope every workawayer gets to experience in their travels - an absolutely lovely, friendly and very fun host, truly like being part of the family.
Helping around the… read more
2 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
I didn't want Hannah to leave and tried to persuade her but alas she has a career to pursue! Hannah is fantastic - Has a brilliant memory (remembering things I had said needed doing and just getting on with them) Rolled her sleeves up and did a brilliant job. We also discovered her hidden talent at cooking and specifically baking . Her muffins are… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I am so grateful that it was spent in the beautiful Aude with Honor and co!
Honor was extremely supportive, trusting, and giving. The work (preparing the gites and catering for two retreats) was straightforward and enjoyable, accompanied by music, dancing, laughter, and Honor's fantastic chatty… read more
Honor was extremely supportive, trusting, and giving. The work (preparing the gites and catering for two retreats) was straightforward and enjoyable, accompanied by music, dancing, laughter, and Honor's fantastic chatty… read more
6 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Spozhmi )
Meeting Spozhmi was really interesting and fun. Great company and I appreciate all the spring cleaning she did for me in the house and gites. We had a lovely evening with her home made facials and I am fascinated with her knowledge of all things herbal and natural. I hope you will come back and visit us Spozhmi (finally I am able to pronounce your… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Spozhmi ) for host
This was my first workaway experience from this website.. what incredible way to start my journey. I'm so grateful for Honor, for making me feel at home, making delicious meals everyday and showing me around her friends and neighborhood, walking with Bob, greatest cutest dog! In return, I spring cleaned her home, as will as the gîtes to the best… read more
23 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
I don't think we are ever going to let you go ! x
(Excellent
)
22 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
Honor and Holly made me feel welcome from the moment I arrived in November, which is probably why I'm still here! The work is varied and while Honor doesn't "clock-watch," she does appreciate hard work. The house, gardens and gîtes are beautiful and it's a joy to be helping here. She's also very keen to show visitors the stunning Aude and if you… read more
16 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Eurico)
Thanks Rico that's a really nice thing to write. I am very excited to hear how you and Roxanne continue with your adventures so please do keep in touch and remember that I have plenty of friends down here who need help! You were both really polite and amenable and I appreciated that. Thank you for your time. Take care Honor x
ps the sun has… read more
ps the sun has… read more
(Very good
)
15 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Eurico) for host
I stayed in Honor's care for about seven days.
She lives on a fantastic place and is a very good host, buying anything we needed to work and eat, cooking for us at dinner and giving us a splendorous and cozy bedroom to rest.
At her home resides this super fluffy and enormous friend called Bob, who can only be the long lost brother of Falkor,… read more
She lives on a fantastic place and is a very good host, buying anything we needed to work and eat, cooking for us at dinner and giving us a splendorous and cozy bedroom to rest.
At her home resides this super fluffy and enormous friend called Bob, who can only be the long lost brother of Falkor,… read more
29 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Candice)
Candice it was a joy to have you. Your work ethic is brilliant and you have fab ideas. Love what you did in my sitting room corner (and I know you don't like my lime green/purple combo but were very discreet!) Thanks for all your hard work and for keeping Holly company and being a fun person to have around. You are ALWAYS welcome here as a friend… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Candice) for host
I had such a wonderful stay with Honor and Holly. Honor made me feel so welcome from the very first minute she picked me up at the train station. They have such a beautiful house and dog bob, it's like living a dream. The work was such a pleasure, I really felt like I was on holiday with family, Honor is a good laugh, always fun, has so many… read more
26 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Morgan & Monica )
shucks ... thanks guys ...it was lovely having you and I did really appreciate all your hard work and your initiative and just finding things that needed doing that I hadn't even realised..You left your picante sauce here which I am thoroughly enjoying with my refried black beans - thank you Monica! I have gone all Mexican. Holly also thanks you… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Morgan & Monica ) for host
We really enjoyed our time with Honor, Holly, and Bob.
Honor is a fantastic host. She's kind, hospitable, and lots of fun to be around. From the moment she picked us up at the train station we felt comfortable and welcome.
The work is varied and tailored to your skill set. Honor is both very open to any ideas or suggestions and extremely… read more
Honor is a fantastic host. She's kind, hospitable, and lots of fun to be around. From the moment she picked us up at the train station we felt comfortable and welcome.
The work is varied and tailored to your skill set. Honor is both very open to any ideas or suggestions and extremely… read more
14 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren)
Lauren you fitted into our little family from the first minute and nothing was too much trouble for you . Thanks for all your hard work and thanks for getting me away from eating meat all the time!
You are so welcome back here any time you want. Can I book you in for next summer?? xx
You are so welcome back here any time you want. Can I book you in for next summer?? xx
(Excellent
)
14 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lauren) for host
The way that Honor welcomed me into her home made my first workaway experience really wonderful. I stayed with her and Holly for two weeks in June which seemed to go all too quickly. Honor was incredibly fair with the work and when it came to time off, she was very generous in taking time out of her day to show me around some of the beautiful… read more
26 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Gosh what a lovely review. Thank you Martin. I thoroughly appreciated you being here. You did more than the call of duty.. and just took it upon yourself to do things for me that you knew needed doing with out being asked. Everything job you did , you did with care and attention as if it were your own and you were great company and very tolerant… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Honor is the kind of person who puts a lot of thought, energy and passion into her work and the people in her life, so it's no surprise that she makes for a fantastic workaway host. I had a great five week stay here, a really nice mix of work and play, getting lots done but with plenty of socialising too, new acquaintances, and the chance to take… read more
19 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael & Lillian )
Thank YOU... Both of you were a pleasure to have here and Holly and Bob liked you both very much too! I can't thank you enough for all the work you both did but those doors are truly a thing of art and your talent is very apparent, and work ethic supreme. I wish you luck with your continuing adventure and house build and furniture design and… read more
(Excellent
)
19 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michael & Lillian ) for host
Our first work away experience during our travels in europe and it was amazing!
Thanks so much Honor, Holly and Bob for letting us in to your beautiful home we felt so welcome it was such a great experience. Thanks heaps for showing us your stunning region in France it's truly amazing part of the world. Your work for us was a pleasure and… read more
Thanks so much Honor, Holly and Bob for letting us in to your beautiful home we felt so welcome it was such a great experience. Thanks heaps for showing us your stunning region in France it's truly amazing part of the world. Your work for us was a pleasure and… read more
22 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Josie)
I must be the luckiest workawayer host ever as I seem to get totally lovely people who come and stay. You were and are a pleasure Josie. Nothing was too much trouble and you were always up for offering to do stuff. You were amazing with Holly too. Once again arrived as a stranger but left as a friend. You are always welcome here
(Excellent
)
22 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Josie) for host
I spent two weeks with Honor and Holly, and as a first workaway experience it couldn't have been better! Honor is one of the loveliest people you can meet and she welcomed me into her home and life from the second I arrived. I felt like I got to know the family really well in such a short time, and hope I will be back again one day!
The work was… read more
The work was… read more
22 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
I miss you Anna come back!
Seriously thank you Anna for such lovely words , for all your help and your fantastic company.
I have made a friend for life
xx
Seriously thank you Anna for such lovely words , for all your help and your fantastic company.
I have made a friend for life
xx
(Excellent
)
21 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Honor and Holly from June 23rd - July 8th and had an amazing time! Honor is one of the loveliest people I have ever met and she was incredibly warm and friendly, and extremely welcoming. The work was always fair, she was clear about what she needed and wanted done, and was happy to work along side me on many projects so that… read more
6 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas & Kailyn)
What a lovely review - Thank you so much - You were all so much fun and hard working
I love seeing your posts on Facebook too and you are welcome back here any time you want
x
I love seeing your posts on Facebook too and you are welcome back here any time you want
x
(Excellent
)
5 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lucas & Kailyn) for host
I spent 3 month backpacking and using workaway all around Europe and all i have to say is that Honor was THE BEST host ever!! I traveled with a group of 4 we stayed for about 2 weeks and we had the best time there. It was so nice to be apart of family dinner with Holly and BOB (the food was great and her FAMOUS pudding cake is to die for). The… read more
6 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Austin & Nikki)
What a vivacious bunch of willing and hardworking workawayers you all were - It was delightful to meet you and thank you so much for all the progress you gave us
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2015
Left by Workawayer (Austin & Nikki) for host
Honor was our first workaway host and so far the best! We stayed with her for almost 3 weeks and the the whole time we were treated like family. She was very accommodating and would always find a way to take us to the store/train station when needed. The work was easy for the most part, we did a lot of linseed oiling, painting, and… read more
6 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Ross)
Great to meet you Ross and thank you for your time and great company and good recipies!!
(Excellent
)
2 Feb 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ross) for host
I stayed with Honor and Simon for two periods this winter and at all times they were fantastic hosts. Bob the dog is great fun as well! Their advert is correct - there is a load of painting! Their house is really nice and I was made to feel really welcome. Honor is a great cook, shame I couldn't stay any longer. I hope you enjoy your trip to… read more
26 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Morwhenna) for host
I spent a week with honor and simon..just wish i could have stayed longer! They were amazing hosts and made my stay with them as a workaway as if i was on a luxury holiday...not a student backpacking through europe. They are a lovely family and made me feel really at home during my week with them. The area they live in is stunning so if you want… read more
25 May 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Morwhenna)
Morwhenna was an absolute delight .Extreemly helpful. Did everything we asked of her and more and was fun to have around. Wish she didn't have to go and is welcome back here anytime . We wish her loads of luck and happiness for her future - but Morwhenna come back soon!! xx
(Excellent
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