Beschreibung
We are a franco-american family living in the Alps, our two children are aged 11 and 17. Lori works from home as a translator, and used to travel for her work before COVID. Our home is located in a beautiful area in the southern Alps at 1000m elevation, near lac de Castillon. Our property borders two rivers, the Verdon and the Ivoire. We have a huge yard and there are many tourism opportunities nearby, although we are somewhat isolated with no neighbors or amenities within a 6km radius. It is easy to get here by train from Nice or Digne les Bains (our home overlooks the tourist train station which is currently closed for works, as of May 2021, the trains are replaced by buses, the nearest bus stop is 6 km from the house).

We have two guest rooms in the main house, and a small indepedent studio.

Things to do in the immediate area include hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, cycling. There are great opportunities for day/weekend trips to places like Digne les Bains, Annot, Entrevaux, Puget-Theniers, Nice... travelling on the small tourist train that departs from the station right by the house (4 stops/day). The nearest village is 6 km away, population approx 550. The lake is about 8 km away, we are also not far from Castellane.

We speak mostly French at home, with a little English here and there. If you want to improve your French, you will definitely have the opportunity to do so!

Couples (children welcome) or single women preferred.
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Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
We speak mostly French at home, with a little English here and there. If you want to improve your French, you will definitely have the opportunity to do so!

Things to do in the immediate area include hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, cycling. There are great opportunities for day/weekend trips to places like Digne les Bains, Annot, Entrevaux, Puget-Theniers, Nice... travelling on the small tourist train that departs from the station right by the house (4 stops/day). The nearest village is 6 km away, population approx 550. The lake is about 8 km away, we are also not far from Castellane.
Projekte mit Kindern
Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.
Arbeit
Help with gardening and housework, cooking. Entertaining our 9 yo daughter as well!
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Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Französisch: Fließend
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We speak French & English fluently. Happy to improve our Spanish or Italien, or other languages!
Unterkunft
2 x 12m² Bedrooms: one with single bed and sink, one with double bed and sink in the main house, on the same floor as the rest of the family. Or, 35m² studio with 3 beds and kitchenette.
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- Internet Zugang
- Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
- Wir besitzen Tiere
- Wir sind Raucher
- Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
We have two routers, very reliable wifi connection all through the house. No 3G or 4G mobile data available outdoors nor in the house (or very spotty!)
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
Plenty of parking, possibility to hook up to electricity and water as well
Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen
We are open to hosting pets, particularly smaller dogs, if they get along well with other animals & children, keep in mind we have 3 cats, chickens & rabbits... lots of space here but the property is not fenced.
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6 Jan. 2022

Vom Host für Workawayer (Evie)

I don't know where to start, there is so much to say! The time with Orlando and Evie was just fantastic overall. We clicked like old friends, and got along very well, I really miss doing meal prep with you and listening to so much new music! I hope we'll cross paths again some day, truly!

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6 Nov. 2021

Vom Workawayer (Evie) für Host

Lori is the warmest person and kindest host. A friend and I stayed for around 2 weeks and it was such an idyllic and peaceful time. We were very much made to feel at home, and the work on the studio apartment (plastering, painting, sanding etc) was enjoyable, not too strenuous, and we learnt a lot! There's so much of the area to explore; we spent… read more

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6 Jan. 2022

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1 Dez. 2021

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As Evie has said, we stayed with the wonderful Lori for a little over two weeks in October. Right from the beginning we were made to feel at ease and at home, and taken in like part of the family.

We painting the studio, various odd-jobs outside, and cooking with the incredible local produce (some even from the garden!) and dried herbs. Wild… read more

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28 Okt. 2021

Vom Workawayer (Rosa) für Host

I stayed only 10 days with Lori's family but enough time to feel integrated with them. Lori always try to make you feel that you are at home. Work was easy and I learned how restore a wall. I spent a lot of time playing with Bella, swimming in the river and in the lake and cycling with her and Bryan. They helped me a lot with my french and I feel… read more

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2 Okt. 2021

Vom Host für Workawayer (Rosa)

Thank you Rosa for such a wonderful experience! You are an amazing woman with excellent skills in DIY, cement mixing and painting, not to mention your excellent manner with children, I think Bella will always remember you fondly, your kindness and attention to our children was so much appreciated! We really wish you all the best in your endeavors,… read more

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30 Sept. 2021

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My dear French family. It was really nice having been warmly welcomed, always included in family meals, having a whole apartment for myself and having the chance to work freely and peacefully. We even went together into nature as well as visiting friends. The daughter gave her best, teaching me some French. Thank you. I loved to offer my help… read more

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29 Juni 2021

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Karin stayed 1 week with us and it was very easy to get along with her, she was very respectful of our household habits and we very much enjoyed her company! As I was quite vague with my "gardening projects" for her, she took the initiative to suggest more specifically what she could do to help, and then followed through, overall it was a very… read more

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28 Juli 2013

Vom Workawayer (Joshua) für Host

We feel the same way! We had a great time and were sad to go. We almost jumped off the train to sooth Bella when she started crying. The bus ride back to Madrid wasn't so bad but we were better prepared this time with food and pillows. All the details for our flight to Costa Rica are squared away so we're feeling pretty good right now but we're… read more

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26 Juli 2013

Vom Host für Workawayer (Joshua)

Thank you for everything! We are so glad we got to know you Josh and Brittany, we had a wonderful time during your two week stay! Bella was heartbroken yesterday :-( Hope you aren't too exhausted from the trip - did you get the plane tickets squared away?

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26 Juli 2013

Vom Host für Workawayer (Niall)

Thank you so much! Surbin and Niall were the ideal houseguests, very considerate, polite and responsible. They were a hit with our children, and provided much needed help around the yard and garden. We very much enjoyed the time spent with them and recommend them wholeheartedly. Everytime we look at the "new" lawn, we will be thinking fondly of… read more

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