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Hello travelers, we are Laure and Margaux. We own a property just over 1,5 acres in a tiny rural village midway-ish from Carcassonne and Toulouse.
About 10 years ago, in our 20’s we both traveled and worked abroad … We used to be exactly where you’re at now and know what it takes to be a helper away from home.
After 5 years of intense backpacking around the globe, we moved back home in the early 2020s and settled down in our first place.
It took us a year, a full time job and a pandemic to realize that we could do better than live in a rental surrounded by concrete … We found a piece of land t that was on sale in a tiny village and built our eco-conscisous wooden house on it.
We share our place with our two dogs, Lou (5-year-old Australian Shepherd) and Leica (4-year-old Border Collie/Pyrenean mix). Lou simply adores human contact and will melt your heart in an instant. Leica has a sensitive soul and can be fearful ; she has specific needs and requires a calm and understanding environment. Both are curious, energetic, and love off-leash walks. Leica enjoys being outside, while Lou prefers to snuggle inside. Our dogs live with us and are full members of our family. We don’t ask you to love dogs, but you’ll need to be comfortable around them.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a couple of environmentalists, hard working, easy going, reliable, non-smoking people that loves animals and nature. We live a life of simplicity and try to protect our planet.
We value people with the same interests and are open to any sustainable experience you want to share.
We love having visitors and sharing the beauty of our region with them. From our favorite walking spots to the hidden gems tucked away in nature, there’s a special kind of magic here that we can’t wait for others to experience.
Help
Thanks to all the volunteers we had over the past two years, we’ve brought countless projects on the land to life. Month after month your support brings our vision closer to reality. Thank you!
Projects are numerous — both big and small — so we’re grateful for all the help we can get on the endless to‑do list.
Depending on your visit, here are some jobs we need help with :
1/ Forest
-Stack firewood and branches
-Shred wood and branches
-Clean up the riverbank area
2/ Veggie Garden
-Weed the beds
-Compost
-Add amended soil to the veggie garden
-Mulch
-Get ready for fall seeding
3/ Around the Property
-Mark out planting areas
-Paint wooden chairs
-Add shredded wood to all paths
-Build and install new bird and bat houses around the property
-Make fat balls for the birds
-Help with the chickens
-Odd jobs around the garden
Most people with an interest for sustainable projects will find something they like. We prefer working in the morning but we do not follow a strict work schedule but rather respond to the happenings of the day, the weather, the mood ..
Laure works for an association supporting organic farming in the region. Margaux is a freelance photographer and also works in a touristic rural resort. We love team work but depending on the time of the year you might be working on your own a few hours a week.
** New Fall construction project:**
At the end of September/October, we’ll be launching a significant construction project with a professional company to completely rebuild the shelter’s roof, walls, and plaster—our current structure is literally falling apart. Towards the end of the year (November and after), once the main work is done, we’ll need hands inside to help set everything up:
- Organise the new shed
-Paint the new furniture
- Prepare the soil in the greenhouse
- Grow new plants in the greenhouse
And pretty much assistance to organize the interior, restore functionality, and prepare the space for use and storage.
If you want to be part of the adventure, please get in touch.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
The first floor is yours. You’ll have your own bedroom with a double bed, a private bathroom and a rooftop/terrasse. Kitchen and living room are common areas.
We provide 3 meals a day all vegetarian and organic from our garden or local stores. Snacks and alcohol are not included.
If you have a specific diet, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate it for you …or you are more than welcome to cook your own meals. Whatever’s the easiest!
What else ...
We have an unlimited internet plan and access to Netflix.
We are seeking helpers for a 1 week stay (10 days max, depending on the season)
Our home is our safe place with its big mature trees, palm garden, orchads, the stream … we hope you’ll feel comfortable here.
LGBTQIA+ community is welcome.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
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Most of the work was outdoors, helping us in the cold, windy winter weather, and Romy remained grateful and cheerful throughout.
She also cooked for us (amazing food!!) and was a huge help in the kitchen. She truly went above and beyond to assist in any way she could, and we deeply… read more
Even if the job was outdoor and got a bit physical, nothing was too difficult or tedious. Jay’s work ethic and output are remarkable.
She showed initiative, enthusiasm and we are so grateful for all the hard work she put on our different projects.… read more
I absolutely loved it.
Laure and Margaux are truly exceptional hosts. They bring a warm, friendly energy that immediately makes you feel welcome and valued.
Leica and Lou are fantastic and full of energy, I couldn't help but fall in love with them.
From the start, I… read more
During our stay, we worked on a variety of… read more
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Most of the work was outdoors, helping us in the cold, windy winter weather, and Romy remained grateful and cheerful throughout.
She also cooked for us (amazing food!!) and was a huge help in the kitchen. She truly went above and beyond to assist in any way she could, and we deeply… read more
Even if the job was outdoor and got a bit physical, nothing was too difficult or tedious. Jay’s work ethic and output are remarkable.
She showed initiative, enthusiasm and we are so grateful for all the hard work she put on our different projects.… read more
I absolutely loved it.
Laure and Margaux are truly exceptional hosts. They bring a warm, friendly energy that immediately makes you feel welcome and valued.
Leica and Lou are fantastic and full of energy, I couldn't help but fall in love with them.
From the start, I… read more
During our stay, we worked on a variety of… read more
Deck, bench, bed, drawers, gates … you name it.
These last couple of weeks have been very productive and we’ve got so much done. Thank you to this lovely couple who were always around and happy to help. If you get a chance to host them don’t hesitate. They are… read more
Maggie was very helpful from the first day and was super… read more
