Help us with our house and garden in Lot et Garonne, South West France

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05/04/2022
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2022

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Hello - I am Ann and have moved to South West France, having lived here for 6 years now.
I live in an old farm house with 7 acres off meadow. There is a pond, pigeonnier and barns.
On going projects : vegetable garden, flower garden, and renovating the large roof space into more bedrooms.
Chickens, ducks ,sheep and 2 lovely cats share the farm. I have also just started to keep bees - you would be welcome to help with the bees.
It is always good to meet new people. Sharing work ,food and conversation.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We have varied work - from chopping wood, making a garden area, building stone walls to make a terrace, erecting fencing, mowing grass and general outdoor activities.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
This host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Within our home, a large double bedroom and a large shared family bathroom.
What else ...
This is a beautiful rural area, with many medieval bastide villages nearby.
We have bikes and Wi-Fi available. Smoking ok as long as it is outside. We love food and wine and would enjoy introducing you to the local cuisine, at present we get most of our vegetables etc from our local market. We are aiming to grow as many fruits, vegetables and herbs as possible in the near future.
Our nearest airport is Bergerac (1 hour away), there are many low cost flights available from the UK. We could pick you up from the airport.
We would welcome people from any nationality and any age.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Kind dogs only - there are two friendly dogs here.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4hrs a day or 5 hr adding to 20 hrs. a week

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Feedback left by and about host (22)

02/09/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Kathy & Mark)

It was a pleasure to have Cathy and family stay.
A lot was achieved during their stay and much appreciated - painting , IT. help and dog walking.
Alexander loved being with the animals and they did enjoy his company.
We all worked well together and I would recommend their help .
Thank you for all your hard work and good luck with your next… read more

(Excellent )

09/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Kathy & Mark) for host

What a fantastic experience we had. Ann is a lovely kind, caring, independant woman living in a beautiful French home that she has created. She also is an extremely talented fabric artist. From the moment we arrived (family of 2 adults and 10 year old boy), we felt at home. We arrived on a cold rainy night in January and she welcomed us instantly… read more

(Excellent )

15/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah-Louise & Nicole )

Hannah is a lovely young woman.......Summer here would not have been the same without her.
Hannah worked hard and always had a smile...I wish Hannah all the best for the future and if she would like to visit again.....she is always welcome.

(Excellent )

15/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Hannah-Louise & Nicole ) for host

This feedback is long awaited.
Coming to France and staying with the wonderful Ann was the first time I had travelled to another country on my own. I could not have asked for a better person to share this experience with. Ann picked me up from the airport and the adventure began from then.

Ann is the most creative, kind and genuine person I… read more

(Excellent )

03/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (BOON)

Boon shared winter with us.
Boon was a great help and was quick to learn . During his stay a large room was painted , boon tackled the high ceiling - it was a difficult job , and the end result was great.
Boon is a polite and respectful man , he was a pleasure to be with.

(Excellent )

09/01/2015

Left by Workawayer (BOON) for host

This is my very first workaway, and I am really pleased that I chose Ann as my first host. I spent the last day of 2014 and first week of 2015 with Ann and Lizzy, and this was the most wonderful new year I ever had. I enjoy every moment in this lovely house, all the painting work, nut cracking, chicken feeding. I had also met different people who… read more

(Excellent )

06/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Silvia) for host

I got a last minute request from Ann when I was in need of a place for my first workaway experience and now I can see how lucky I was!
I went with no plans and ended up staying 5 weeks in Ramon. Ann and her daughter Lizzie made me feel welcome from the very first minute and introduced me to many of their friends (all of them are very nice… read more

(Excellent )

08/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia)

Silvia is a lovely person, always happy with a smile.
While staying Silvia has completed lots of weeding , housework and cooking - all done to a high standard , she has an eye for detail!
Pizza night was a hit - great Italian cooking skills displayed.
I would recommend Silvia to share your home and the Workaway experience.

(Excellent )

24/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Heather & Rachel) for host

Rachel and I stayed with Ann and her daughter Lizzy for about a month in October. There is so much that we could say about our time here! The moment we arrived, we immediately felt accepted as family. Delicious meals, arts and crafts, beautiful weather, and wonderful company all characterize our stay here. Ann is an incredible artist with a very… read more

(Excellent )

26/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Paul & Frederic)

What a fantastic pair !
Good to learn more about Germany .
Grass and weeds cut , hay gathered - thanks for your help,
Ann & Fitz

(Very good )

05/07/2014

Left by Workawayer (Paul & Frederic) for host

We had a great time here! :)
Ann and Fitz are really nice and are living in really idyllic country side. You have very much possibilities where to sleep, we chose for a caravan in the garden it was great. They picked us up to all nice places in the area. You should ask after seeing the old castle it's wonderful. Further more there are some… read more

(Excellent )

07/05/2013

Left by Workawayer (Richard) for host

Ann & Fitz were very kind to me and made me feel very welcome. They are both excellent cooks and were willing to run me to the doctors and to the airport. They really went out of their way to help me and I felt very valued. Work consisted of helping in the garden and doing the housework and cooking, which I enjoyed. The property is very beautiful… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Jon Kjetil)

Jon was a great Viking to meet! He did brilliant work on the roof of the barn. We hope one day our paths will cross again in the lovely Lot et Garonne. It was great meeting both Jon and Daniella this summer. We enjoyed our meals together, its great to cook for people who appreciate the food. Best wishes, Ann & Fitz

(Excellent )

13/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Jon Kjetil) for host

Staying with Ann and Fitz was truly a great great time! We were lucky that both Lyd and Liz were at home, and other visitors almost every day, its a busy place in the summer:) Their cooking is amazing, i think i had some of the best meals in my life during these 2 weeks. Work was good even if it was quite hot on the roof some days. Fitz had always… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Dwayne)

It was great meeting Dwayne from Chicago! His mowing skills are superb! We would recommend Dwayne to anyone - a great guy to have around. He joined in with all French summer activities, we hope to see him again. Many thanks Dwayne for all your hard work.

(Excellent )

30/08/2012

Left by Workawayer (Dwayne) for host

I spent a few weeks of the summer 2012, working along side Ann and Fitz at their lovely home. They created a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, which made the work and stay; comfortable. I found Ann to be very artistic and creative, she quilts, sews, draws, paints, etc. Thanks to her, I now know what bunting flags are. Fitz is what I would call a… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Patrik)

Patrik is a lovely person, v. helpful and worked hard at all tasks which he was asked to do.
I would reccommend Patrik to any host. He is also a v. good salsa dancer!
We all enjoyed our time together in the Lot et Garonne.
Patrik has becme a friend.

(Excellent )

18/09/2011

Left by Workawayer (Patrik) for host

This was a truly great place. Fitz and Ann are really kind and friendly people. These two people create an atmosphere which made me feel so relaxed and welcome. I tried some great food here, both are good cooks!:) I followed them to the markets during the weeks and it made me see quite a lot of the area. I did some trimming and chopping of wood… read more

(Excellent )

02/05/2011

Left by Workawayer (Zoe) for host

I spent a week with Ann and Fitz, and it was a week of heaven! They are lovely people and we got on right away, I ate and drank like a queen, and spent glorious days digging and planting in the garden, surrounded by clucking hens and their chicks. The house and land are gorgeous in themselves, and everything I did as 'work' was a pleasure - it was… read more

(Excellent )

03/02/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Lee)

Lee was brilliant, she fitted in with all we did, and was a great help. We recommend her to help and work with you, she is now a friend and we will miss her

(Excellent )

11/01/2011

Left by Workawayer (Lee) for host

I am enjoying my stay with Fitz & Ann so much...I feel like one of the family. I am going into my 3rd week here. The work is good and varied, and even though I sometimes do more than the allotted 5 hours, it's great because we work together and it's like working on your own place...great to see the progress!! The food and company are very good,… read more

(Excellent )

21/09/2010

Left by Workawayer (Nancy) for host

Staying with Ann, Fitz and Lydia was lovely. They made me feel very welcome for the 10 days that I spent with them.
The work is reasonable and if you love the outdoors you will truly enjoy your time. Plus the surrounding area to their property is sooo beautiful.
The food was amazing and fresh and I am finding it a little difficult to eat British… read more

(Excellent )

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