Help in a medieval priory with garden and general maintenance in Pressigny, France
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: 30 Juni 2025
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Vom Workawayer (Andrew) für Host
I have just completed my first 2025 workaway with Paula in Pressigny. I spent a total of just under 4 weeks working in and around the medieval priory on tasks that were prescribed on a daily basis. Hence, everyday was different which meant that my time with Paula was over in a flash. Paula is an experienced workaway host and therefore knows
… read more exactly what can be achieved with the skill-sets of a workaway er. Paula asked me to maintain the grounds, the pool, and to conduct minor DIY tasks in the priory. In any old building, there is always something that requires a bit of individual initiative to resolve a problem.
Paula is a great cook and i was lucky enough to sample some of her creations that were prepared for the various groups that visited during my stay.
The location of Pressigny is relatively easy to get to, lots of places to visit (transport needed) and Paula has a well established network of friends who are all very sociable with the workaways. This is a great experience and i would recommend to anyone who wishes to visit this region of France.
Regards
Andrew
Vom Workawayer (Katie) für Host
I spent a month with Paula and had a great time. Paula is kind, funny, thoughtful, and a brilliant host. She took me all over the area and is extremely knowledgeable of the history of the area. She even took me to meet a friend who is a salamander expert just because she knows I love salamanders. Also, if you get the chance to go to Puy de Fou,
… read more take it. It's absolutely worth it. My work was mostly in the garden, but every day was different and there were plenty of other jobs to do as well. The village is pretty rural, but there are plenty of local markets and events to keep you entertained. My favorite thing to do was go for a walk in the countryside. Everything is so picturesque, from the rolling fields to the thick forests to the medieval buildings (especially during sunset). If you're looking to enjoy some peace and quiet, this is the place for you!
Vom Workawayer (Eliya) für Host
Had an absolutely wonderful 2 week stay at the priory. There were 2 weddings while I was there, and while they are busy there’s plenty of time otherwise to explore the area.
Paula was super helpful, welcoming and kind, taking me on day trips to various old towns around the area and explaining local culture to me. She cooks delicious curries as
… read more well. The priory is in the middle of a little village, surrounded by beautiful green farmland, wheat fields, forests and other villages. I really loved the area, it’s filled with history.
There’s always something to do, but expect lots of sunsets, barley fields and lovely French locals.
Highly recommend.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
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Vom Workawayer (Andrew) für Host
I have just completed my first 2025 workaway with Paula in Pressigny. I spent a total of just under 4 weeks working in and around the medieval priory on tasks that were prescribed on a daily basis. Hence, everyday was different which meant that my time with Paula was over in a flash. Paula is an experienced workaway host and therefore knows
… read more exactly what can be achieved with the skill-sets of a workaway er. Paula asked me to maintain the grounds, the pool, and to conduct minor DIY tasks in the priory. In any old building, there is always something that requires a bit of individual initiative to resolve a problem.
Paula is a great cook and i was lucky enough to sample some of her creations that were prepared for the various groups that visited during my stay.
The location of Pressigny is relatively easy to get to, lots of places to visit (transport needed) and Paula has a well established network of friends who are all very sociable with the workaways. This is a great experience and i would recommend to anyone who wishes to visit this region of France.
Regards
Andrew
Vom Workawayer (Katie) für Host
I spent a month with Paula and had a great time. Paula is kind, funny, thoughtful, and a brilliant host. She took me all over the area and is extremely knowledgeable of the history of the area. She even took me to meet a friend who is a salamander expert just because she knows I love salamanders. Also, if you get the chance to go to Puy de Fou,
… read more take it. It's absolutely worth it. My work was mostly in the garden, but every day was different and there were plenty of other jobs to do as well. The village is pretty rural, but there are plenty of local markets and events to keep you entertained. My favorite thing to do was go for a walk in the countryside. Everything is so picturesque, from the rolling fields to the thick forests to the medieval buildings (especially during sunset). If you're looking to enjoy some peace and quiet, this is the place for you!
Vom Workawayer (Eliya) für Host
Had an absolutely wonderful 2 week stay at the priory. There were 2 weddings while I was there, and while they are busy there’s plenty of time otherwise to explore the area.
Paula was super helpful, welcoming and kind, taking me on day trips to various old towns around the area and explaining local culture to me. She cooks delicious curries as
… read more well. The priory is in the middle of a little village, surrounded by beautiful green farmland, wheat fields, forests and other villages. I really loved the area, it’s filled with history.
There’s always something to do, but expect lots of sunsets, barley fields and lovely French locals.
Highly recommend.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Ionara & Clayfson) für Host
We stayed at The Priory for a month, Paula contacted us as she was traveling and needed to take care of her animals. We were very well received, she was very kind, attentive and fun.
Our activities were, maintenance and cleaning of the house, feeding the cats, the fish and the wild birds. We organize the towels and washed sheets, we organize the
… read more engine room and the basement. we ironed the clothes, did some minor maintenance and some small activities in the garden.
Paula left food for the month and we were always in contact via whatsapp.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Lucija & Ivan) für Host
We spent a month with Paula, which was an amazing experience. From the moment we arrived, we were enchanted by this place and Paula's warm welcome certainly contributed.
Paula is a wonderful host, she always did everything to make sure we have everything we need and that we are happy with the tasks she has given us. We always felt like we were
… read more part of the family. She is also a great cook and you can learn a lot from her. From traditional English dishes to Indian cuisine. If you don't like it yet, this is a place where you will definitely love black tea with milk.
We had the opportunity to meet many of Paula's English friends. Paula really tried to make the time we spent with her fulfilling, educational, and fun, and it really was. We will never forget going to Puy de Fou, which is still one of the best experiences on this trip so far.
Thank you again, Paula, for welcoming us into your home, for all the delicious food you treated us to, for all the stories you told us, for all the sailing expressions we learned, for helping us to find a dentist when it was impossible to find one, and for all the people you introduced us to, to whom we send many greetings.
We hope to see You somewhere soon!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Chiara & Nicolò Samuele) für Host
We spent two unforgettable weeks at The Priory, and we wish we could have stayed longer. It was a pleasure to be hosted by Paula, and we really felt home and part of a family all the time. Never got bored, there was always some work to do in the garden or in the house, some good food and wine to enjoy, new lovely people and friends to meet, and
… read more many interesting stories to listen to. We learned a lot, about gardening, English culture and language, but also about life. Furthermore the countryside area is beautiful and peaceful, and there are many nice places to visit nearby. We were also lucky to share this experience with other workawayers that made it even better. It was our first time with workaway and it couldn't be more perfect. We already miss all of this a lot and we are looking forward to come back!!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (Julie & Craig)
Julia and Craig are wonderful. I would highly recommend them to anyone and cant wait for them to come back. Highly skilled, incredibly helpful and full of energy. Full of good stories, very sociable and just delightful to have stay. Thank you so much for making it such a wonderfully productive and enjoyable time together.
Vom Workawayer (Julie & Craig) für Host
A great experience for our first workaway.
We enjoyed the beautiful house, great hospitality and working in the garden; especially planting a new hedge, trimming the existing hedges and numerous odd jobs to prepare the house and garden for guests.
Priory life is very sociable. We were working alongside Frisian and Italian workawayers and
… read more introduced to friends and neighbours.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Larissa) für Host
I had an amazing experience at Paula's huge house! The job itself was quite relaxing, mostly mowing the lawn, weeding, cleaning the pool and getting everything perfect for the guests. Also, I met many English people, and learned a lot about their culture. Paula is a great host, and she taught me a lot of things. It was an unforgettable experience,
… read more and I definitely recommend it!
PS: Ella is the sweetest doggo ever! If you're lucky enough, you might get to know her friends as well!Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Workawayer (Ilja_and_Nora) für Host
We had a perfect time with Paula and Aliiice in their wonderful big house and in the medieval tower.
Paula is a lovely and caring host. She is generous and has a lot of humor and has always some interesting ideas and tasks to work on. So there is always action in and around the house. We were treated as part of the family and had many great
… read more barbecues together ...veggie for me of course.
Alice played a lot of great piano music for us and the guests, thank you so much for these concerts. Paula, Alice and their friend Thom shared their interesting travel-stories and have a relaxed and positive view on life.
There are a lot of beautiful walks around the pretty little village. Paula's house is a great and friendly place for workawayers.
Thank you sooo much Paula and team for this luxury stay in your beautiful home.
Much love and fun and all the best for you and your projects, yours Ilja and Nora.Du kannst nur Workawayer mit aktiver Mitgliedschaft kontaktieren.
Vom Host für Workawayer (ABCdaireFleuri)
Anaïs is wonderful! We were under terrific pressure to get The Tower ready for a photo shoot and Anaïs arrived and worked incredibly hard to get the soft furnishings for different rooms finished in time, which she achieved! I will be eternally grateful! Her sewing is immaculate, her kindness enormous and if she sees something in the house that
… read more needs doing she does it! It was a complete pleasure having her to stay. I can't wait for her to come back and I can only say that any host who has Anaïs to stay is incredibly lucky and their lives will be enriched by her presence. Thank you so much for all your help, Anaïs.
Vom Workawayer (ABCdaireFleuri) für Host
As soon as I met Paula at the bus station, I knew she would be a very special host. Sure enough, I was right. She is funny, witty, and the most wonderful storyteller I ever encountered. And when we finally arrived at the priory, I thought I had died and gone to medieval heaven.
Everything about this place is simply magical. Walking around, I
… read more couldn’t help but wonder about the history behind those centuries-old stones. It was a real pleasure to work alongside Paula in such an inspiring setting. So much so that it never really felt like work to me.
Important fact to know: workawayers on a diet, beware. You will definitely gain weight while staying at the priory. Among her many talents, Paula happens to be an amazing cook, and truly spoils everyone around her.
All and all, it was a most memorable experience. And I shall end this review with an equally memorable quote : I’ll be back. See you soon Paula !Dieser Workawayer hat sich dafür entschieden, sein Profil privat zu schalten, kann aber von anderen Workawayern bezüglich dieses Feedbacks kontaktiert werden.
Vom Workawayer (gotland) für Host
i stayed with Paula and her family had a great time last year and would highly recommend this host to other workawayers. Apologies for the delay on the feedback
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Vom Workawayer (Silvia) für Host
It was a pleasure to meet Paula and her family!
I have spent three months with her, for the summer holidays and I have had a beautiful time! I met a lot of new people and visited fantastic places in the south of England thanks to her!
She gave me english lessons and now I can speak english much better!
Her children are very friendly and I
… read more spent much time with her doughter who play the piano very well! I wish them the best! XX
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