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We are a retired couple , living on the edge of Le Loir river , with a beautiful view of our village's castle . We have a water mill , a garden of flowers , a vegetables garden and orchard , a spacious yard along the river and several annex buildings.
Our village is 2 hours from Paris and 30 minutes from Angers . Nearby you will have the opportunity to walk along the river , explore our town and its castle , as well as nearby forests accessible with our bicycles . You will also be able to boat on the river with our 2 boats and a canoe, and you can fish too.
We are looking for people of good character , who are willing and happy to help us with our project ,and who prefer to do things right and with attention to detail .
Quiet evenings and dinners along the river during summer .
French and English speaking .
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The region is in the heart of french history , with many nice castles and old cities to visit .
Help
We are looking for gardening, general maintenance , painting , wood work , cleaning out , small repairs, help around the house etc .......
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
You will be staying in a small house, next to our house . You will have your own kitchen and bathroom .
You can fix your own meals and we share most dinners together .
What else ...
We live in a village with a beautiful castle , 30 minutes by car from Angers . Bus services are available for you.
Around us is a small park and there are forests with walking trails accessible by bike . You can also fish, swim and boat in the river directly from our property .
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
yes we have big space for camper van
Can possibly accept pets
No dog , we have a cat .
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 145623275976
Feedback (36)
2 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Anastasia & Cameron)
We spent five wonderful weeks with Anastasia and Cameron. What can we say about their stay with us? An enchantment that passed too quickly.
Their personality, skill, courage, kindness, and politeness made their stay very enjoyable, never forgetting to thank us.
They did a remarkable job in the garden and maintaining the property, from gardening to… read more
Their personality, skill, courage, kindness, and politeness made their stay very enjoyable, never forgetting to thank us.
They did a remarkable job in the garden and maintaining the property, from gardening to… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Anastasia & Cameron) for host
We have just spent a perfect five weeks with Jocelyne and Jean Claude at the mill in Durtal, we are sad to be leaving. The property is like a postcard, right on the banks of the river, with beautiful gardens and views of the castle. We had our own space in the lovely apartment above the stables and then in the spacious converted mill, a home away… read more
12 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Laurent)
Laurent a passé 1 mois avec nous qui a été très agréable . Il est très calme , sérieux, gentil et serviable . Il a bien travaillé dans le jardin en réalisant ce que nous lui demandions . Elagage de grands figuiers , désherbage , nettoyage au karcher , révision du système d'arrosage , aide à tous niveaux . Nous prenions les diners ensemble pour… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Laurent) for host
J'ai été très bien accueilli par Jocelyn et Jean-Claude durant un mois de workaway passé bien vite.
J'avais à disposition une dépendance très confortable dans un cadre idyllique, au rythme du Loir et de la nature.
Jocelyn et Jean-Claude sont deux hôtes très hospitaliers, dans l'échange, bienveillants. Les discussions du soir autour d'un repas… read more
J'avais à disposition une dépendance très confortable dans un cadre idyllique, au rythme du Loir et de la nature.
Jocelyn et Jean-Claude sont deux hôtes très hospitaliers, dans l'échange, bienveillants. Les discussions du soir autour d'un repas… read more
28 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (LAURE)
Laure a passé 15 jours avec nous en février . Elle a bien travaillé dans le jardin, bien que débutante elle a bien compris ce qu'il fallait faire et a laissé le jardin très bien nettoyé , plus joli . Elle était dehors malgré le froid et l'humidité . Quand il pleuvait trop elle a fait des compotes avec les pommes de notre jardin , une grosse corvée… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (LAURE) for host
Bonjour, c'est un bonheur de séjourner chez Jocelyne et Jean-Claude. Ils vous accueillent chez eux avec générosité et courtoisie, les diners sont l'occasion d'échanger (ils aiment raconter leurs expériences de voyages ) et de gouter la super cuisine de Jocelyne. La petite maison mise à disposition est charmante et très confortable. Quant au jardin… read more
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2 May 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Anastasia & Cameron)
We spent five wonderful weeks with Anastasia and Cameron. What can we say about their stay with us? An enchantment that passed too quickly.
Their personality, skill, courage, kindness, and politeness made their stay very enjoyable, never forgetting to thank us.
They did a remarkable job in the garden and maintaining the property, from gardening to… read more
Their personality, skill, courage, kindness, and politeness made their stay very enjoyable, never forgetting to thank us.
They did a remarkable job in the garden and maintaining the property, from gardening to… read more
(Excellent)
23 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Anastasia & Cameron) for host
We have just spent a perfect five weeks with Jocelyne and Jean Claude at the mill in Durtal, we are sad to be leaving. The property is like a postcard, right on the banks of the river, with beautiful gardens and views of the castle. We had our own space in the lovely apartment above the stables and then in the spacious converted mill, a home away… read more
12 Apr 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Laurent)
Laurent a passé 1 mois avec nous qui a été très agréable . Il est très calme , sérieux, gentil et serviable . Il a bien travaillé dans le jardin en réalisant ce que nous lui demandions . Elagage de grands figuiers , désherbage , nettoyage au karcher , révision du système d'arrosage , aide à tous niveaux . Nous prenions les diners ensemble pour… read more
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2025
Left by Workawayer (Laurent) for host
J'ai été très bien accueilli par Jocelyn et Jean-Claude durant un mois de workaway passé bien vite.
J'avais à disposition une dépendance très confortable dans un cadre idyllique, au rythme du Loir et de la nature.
Jocelyn et Jean-Claude sont deux hôtes très hospitaliers, dans l'échange, bienveillants. Les discussions du soir autour d'un repas… read more
J'avais à disposition une dépendance très confortable dans un cadre idyllique, au rythme du Loir et de la nature.
Jocelyn et Jean-Claude sont deux hôtes très hospitaliers, dans l'échange, bienveillants. Les discussions du soir autour d'un repas… read more
28 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (LAURE)
Laure a passé 15 jours avec nous en février . Elle a bien travaillé dans le jardin, bien que débutante elle a bien compris ce qu'il fallait faire et a laissé le jardin très bien nettoyé , plus joli . Elle était dehors malgré le froid et l'humidité . Quand il pleuvait trop elle a fait des compotes avec les pommes de notre jardin , une grosse corvée… read more
(Excellent)
23 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (LAURE) for host
Bonjour, c'est un bonheur de séjourner chez Jocelyne et Jean-Claude. Ils vous accueillent chez eux avec générosité et courtoisie, les diners sont l'occasion d'échanger (ils aiment raconter leurs expériences de voyages ) et de gouter la super cuisine de Jocelyne. La petite maison mise à disposition est charmante et très confortable. Quant au jardin… read more
15 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandrine)
Nous avons accueilli Sandrine pendant 1 mois . Elle est passionnée de jardinage , hyper active on ne peut pas l'arrêter . Elle a nettoyé notre grand jardin malgré le mauvais temps . Elle a taillé rosiers et arbustes et évacué l'accumulation des feuilles et branchages morts de tout l'hiver , 2 grandes remorques . Elle voit toute seule et très bien… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Miroslav) for host
Staying with Jocelyne and Jean-Claude for a month in their lovely home was an unforgettable experience. They were both warm, welcoming, and went out of their way to make sure everything felt like home.
Their garden is absolutely stunning, filled with flowers, trees, and a river running alongside the property. The surrounding area offered plenty… read more
Their garden is absolutely stunning, filled with flowers, trees, and a river running alongside the property. The surrounding area offered plenty… read more
30 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Miroslav)
Miroslav est resté chez nous pendant 1 mois pour remettre en état tout notre grand potager. Il a fait du très bon travail , il est très compétent . Il a tout nettoyé , planté , divisé artichauts , rhubarbe etc... planté des framboisiers . Puis recouvert la totalité pour l'hiver avec du compost qu'il a tamisé et des feuilles mortes broyées .Il est… read more
(Excellent)
2 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Shaun) for host
J'ai passé la moitié du mois de septembre chez Jocelyne et Jean-Claude, dans leur jolie maison au bord du Loir avec le moulin. Ils ont été très généreux, j'avais une grande maison pour moi toute seule avec vue sur la rivière. Il y avait plein de fruits à manger de leur jardin. J'ai beaucoup aimé travailler au potager, et j'ai appris beaucoup de… read more
1 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Shaun)
Shaun a été un workawayer très agréable, calme et prêt à aider . Il est resté 2 semaines .Il a travaillé dans plusieurs domaines . Il a bien nettoyé le potager pour l'hiver et surtout il a nettoyé les bords de la rivière depuis un bateau ce qui n'est pas facile . Il aime cuisiner et nous a fait un très bon tiramisu . Il a laissé les lieux propres… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Henri) for host
From the first contact with Jean and Jocelyne, you already feel their warmth and welcome into their home. They were determined to help me with my French and were very patient to sit through my awful attempts of trying to speak it haha.
Jocelyne is an amazing cook, and the dinners we shared were always filled with laughter and nice… read more
Jocelyne is an amazing cook, and the dinners we shared were always filled with laughter and nice… read more
12 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Henri)
Henri est resté chez nous presque 2 mois mais il est finalement parti pour visiter une autre région . Nous étions tristes de le voir partir . Il est très agréable , très calme , il se propose toujours pour aider . Tous les soirs il rangeait la cuisine , la vaisselle tout était impeccable .
Il a désherbé notre potager avec beaucoup de soins .… read more
Il a désherbé notre potager avec beaucoup de soins .… read more
(Excellent)
14 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
From the moment myself and my dog Rohan arrived at Jocelyne and Jean Claudes beautiful property we felt right at home. The location right on the Loir is absolutely breathtaking but nothing compared to the hospitality and love shown by Jocelyne and Jean Claude. The work was very satisfying and the work load more than fair. Both will always have a… read more
1 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
Mike arrived for a stop with his van and in fact he staid for more than a month . He is a very calm person . He has lots of talent . He can work on wood , gardening, pruning ....We had good time with him . His dog is very well trained and clean . He is back to Ireland but we hope that he will stop here again when he lives his island .
We recommend… read more
We recommend… read more
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fiona38) for host
An extraordinary experience - in the best ways possible! I stayed with the wonderful hosts - Jocelyne and Jean-Claude -for two weeks helping to renovate their beautiful watermill and couldn't have hoped for a better time. Life took on a beautiful rhythm, they gave me clear advice about the tasks which ranged from painting to gardening and weeding… read more
22 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Tami & Philippe)
Tami and Philippe have been among the best workawayers we had . They happily accept any kind of work to be done , they have various skills , in particular they are very good at woodwork . At the mill they did a lot of gardening, painting, work around the house, beside several talented carpentry projects .
In the evening we had pleasant and… read more
In the evening we had pleasant and… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Tami & Philippe) for host
The only difficult time when staying at Jocelyne and Jean-Claude's wonderful mill on the river is when you have to say goodbye...
They are so welcoming, well traveled, with so many interesting experiences that both of our stays at the mill this year (one month in March and three weeks in May) flew too fast.
The living accommodation is huge and… read more
They are so welcoming, well traveled, with so many interesting experiences that both of our stays at the mill this year (one month in March and three weeks in May) flew too fast.
The living accommodation is huge and… read more
11 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tina) for host
Dear Jocelyne and Jean-Claude,
thank you from the depths of my heart for welcoming me so cordially into your little community, for long conversations at the dinner table and brief kind words in passing, for much patience in instructing me in the basic secrets of gardening, for your trust, for each and every meal prepared with great dedication,… read more
thank you from the depths of my heart for welcoming me so cordially into your little community, for long conversations at the dinner table and brief kind words in passing, for much patience in instructing me in the basic secrets of gardening, for your trust, for each and every meal prepared with great dedication,… read more
9 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tina)
Tina has been undoubtly one of the very most pleasant, wise, well-spirited, interesting, polite and smiling person that we have ever met . What a pleasure to have her working hard and nicely , and then sharing dinners and evenings conversations .
She has been gardening most of the time , always ready to do even the less pleasant jobs . Her… read more
She has been gardening most of the time , always ready to do even the less pleasant jobs . Her… read more
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kyle & Diana)
The only regret with Diana and Kyle sojurn at the mill that it was too short . And so we hope they will be back some day .
Kyle has made a fantastic job with electric network installation in the mill and Diana was fully willing to any job in the gardens .
And we were so happy to have them for dinner while we had excellent conversations ans good… read more
Kyle has made a fantastic job with electric network installation in the mill and Diana was fully willing to any job in the gardens .
And we were so happy to have them for dinner while we had excellent conversations ans good… read more
(Excellent)
2 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kyle & Diana) for host
We just finished our stay in Durtal with Jocelyne and Jean- Claude in mid- September.
There are not enough stars to accurately reflect these hosts and their residence/ location.
We feel very enriched after spending time with Jocelyne and Jean- Claude. We unfortunately spent only one week with them but what a cultural experience and education which… read more
There are not enough stars to accurately reflect these hosts and their residence/ location.
We feel very enriched after spending time with Jocelyne and Jean- Claude. We unfortunately spent only one week with them but what a cultural experience and education which… read more
17 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie)
Nathalie est venue cet été pour 2 semaines . Bien que débutante en jardinage elle a travaillé dans la propriété avec beaucoup de bonne volonté et de soin . Elle s'est montrée très polie , discrète et respectueuse des règles de la maison . A son départ elle a laissé son appartement impeccable . Je la recommande sans réserve .
(Excellent)
21 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)
Tom est l'un des meilleurs workawayers que nous avons reçus au fil des années.
Sur le plan professionnel il est compétent dans de nombreux domaines, se donne du mal, est bien organisé et capable de voir par lui-même toutes les choses qui ont besoin d'être faites dans une grande propriété. Il ne s'est jamais plaint et n'a jamais refusé d'accomplir… read more
Sur le plan professionnel il est compétent dans de nombreux domaines, se donne du mal, est bien organisé et capable de voir par lui-même toutes les choses qui ont besoin d'être faites dans une grande propriété. Il ne s'est jamais plaint et n'a jamais refusé d'accomplir… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Jean Claude and Jocelyne and it was a great experience. From the beginning, they were very welcoming and made me feel comfortable. I'm learning French so we spent nearly the entire time speaking solely in French where they were extremely patient and happy to assist in the langauge practice. It was also a great cultural… read more
27 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Charles James) for host
I felt very comfortable here Jean-Claude and Jocelyne were very helpful and understanding
I worked in the garden,pruning trees and cutting grass etc
Really enjoyed meals outside in the evening with them and long talks
Helped with my French too,thank you again Jocelyne for the wonderful baked apples
Def recommend
I worked in the garden,pruning trees and cutting grass etc
Really enjoyed meals outside in the evening with them and long talks
Helped with my French too,thank you again Jocelyne for the wonderful baked apples
Def recommend
17 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Charles James)
Charles a été très facile à vivre toujours de bonne humeur et très courageux . Il a accepté toutes les taches extérieures à la maison et accomplies toujours avec bonne humeur . Il a tondu , taillé des arbres, ratissé le jardin malgré la canicule pendant une dizaine de jours . Malgré ses 70 ans il a fait un travail bien utile . Merci Charles et… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nick) for host
This for me had to be the best type of Workaway. Jocelyne and Jean-Claude were so very lovely, caring and great fun, a lesson in keeping your mind for ever young! Dinners were very special with great food and always a lively conversation. The work was satisfying with great communication. I do hope I can go back for more very soon. An unreserved… read more
17 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nick)
Nick a une personnalité très attachante, il est poli , organisé , très propre , clair et amical .Il a eu un parcours personnel très intéressant ce qui a permis de bonnes conversations sur bien des sujets pendant les soirées . Mais c'est aussi un grand professionnel et un expert du bois . En plus de taches très variées autour de la maison ( bravo… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Karine) for host
I spent almost two sunny weeks at Jocelyne and Jean-Claude’s and it was a bit an « out of time » moment. The place is wonderful and I really mean it. The view is great, the gardens are magnificent and peaceful. I had the possibility to borrow their canoe and I used it twice on the beautiful river le Loir. Two marvellous moments in the middle of… read more
12 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Karine)
En lisant l'historique des feedbacks de Karine on ne peut qu'être d'accord avec les commentaires très positifs qu'elle a reçu chez ses différents hôtes .
A la maison elle a accompli très volontiers les tâches ménagères diverses pour m'aider efficacement . Jamais les vitres n'ont été aussi transparentes , les chemises aussi bien repassées ! Elle… read more
A la maison elle a accompli très volontiers les tâches ménagères diverses pour m'aider efficacement . Jamais les vitres n'ont été aussi transparentes , les chemises aussi bien repassées ! Elle… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ciaran)
(Negative)
19 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mohamed)
Mohamed est resté 2 semaines avec nous et nous pouvons dire qu'il est un workawayer exemplaire et une personnalité très attachante . On ne peut pas trouver plus gentil , ni plus courageux . Il a accompli de nombreuses tâches très diverses : peinture , jardinage , nettoyage , bricolage et aide à la maison avec toujours la même bonne volonté . Il a… read more
(Excellent)
18 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mohamed) for host
I spent two weeks in Jocelyne and Jean-Claude's paradise.
It was like a beautiful dream, I've been at home with my family.
Everything was so nice , the family, the house and the garden.
I will come back.
Thank you very much.
It was like a beautiful dream, I've been at home with my family.
Everything was so nice , the family, the house and the garden.
I will come back.
Thank you very much.
12 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Christophe ) for host
J’ai passé deux semaines très agréables en compagnie de Jocelyne et Jean-Claude. Un couple formidable, très humaniste, avec qui j’ai passé de très bons moments à échanger sur leurs nombreux voyages et une expérience de vie particulièrement dense et épanouissante. Les conditions du volontariat au moulin sont parfaites : grands espaces, décor… read more
9 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Christophe )
Après son expérience hors du commun qui l'a conduit au Sri Lanka et dont il a fait un livre passionnant et après un grand trip à vélo, son séjour chez nous aurait pu être assez banal pour lui . Nous espérons qu'il n'en n'a rien été . Nous avons énormément apprécié son séjour avec nous. Bien qu'étant un grand intellectuel il a montré des qualités… read more
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Fren) for host
Mes deux semaines chez Jocelyne et Jean Claude sont passées si vite. Toutes les activités proposées m'ont semblé très réalistes et raisonnables . L'endroit est également superbe!
C'est un adorable couple méritant des gens de qualité autour d'eux.
Je leur souhaite de trouver des workawayers sérieux pour les assister sur la propriété.
Merci pour… read more
C'est un adorable couple méritant des gens de qualité autour d'eux.
Je leur souhaite de trouver des workawayers sérieux pour les assister sur la propriété.
Merci pour… read more
30 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Fren)
Même si nous n'avons pas eu l'occasion d'utiliser mieux les talents artistiques de Fren nous l'avons pleinement apprécié dans d'autres domaines . Workawayer modèle, autonome , compétent, courageux, ne rechignant à aucune tâche . Il est aussi un compagnon très agréable pour partager les dîners . Il a fait pour nous de la peinture d'une manière très… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Aylin) for host
These are wonderful people! I’ve spent amazing time with them, I couldn't ask for anything better for my experience there! I had a very cute, clean, lovely room in the watermill. My room was clean, cosy and warm (which is something beautiful to have in winter) and I really felt comfortable and happy there. I had my own bathroom and kitchen. Every… read more
20 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Aylin)
Aylin stayed with us for 3 weeks . She was here not in the best season of the year for gardening but she managed to be happy smiling and always wanting to help in any circumstances . She is the most easy and pleasant workawayer to have at home , discreet, always ready to work in particular outside , what ever the weather was . She always accepted… read more
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Celia) for host
I only spent a short time at this beautiful mill, but it was a wonderful and very enriching experience and felt much longer than the two weeks it actually lasted, because Jocelyne and Jean-Claude are such warm-hearted and open-minded people, who make you feel welcome and included in their lives right away. Having dinner with them was always big… read more
30 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Celia)
Celia is a wonderfull lady, she gracefullly did a non to pleasant work of perfectly cleaning and painting a big place after big renovation works . She was perfectly able to work by herself , and that was very confortable for us . Each evening she was ready for nice conversations over dinner . We had actually several topics to discuss , as she is… read more
(Excellent)
14 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (John) for host
I had a fantastic time in Durtal. The Moulin and the grounds and the river are absolutely stunning and Jocelyne and Jean Claude are wonderful hosts. The accommodation is excellent and evening meals were delicious. It’s just a lovely place to spend some time…I really didn’t want to leave!
10 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (John)
John est très agréable à vivre , joyeux, très serviable et gentil . Il sait faire beaucoup de choses différentes . Il est autonome et trouve toujours une solution aux problèmes . Il est arrivé sur un chantier compliqué en cours qu'il a très bien terminé . 4 pièces à enduire , peindre murs , plafonds avec toutes les finitions . Il devait rester 2… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Karl_Sanchez) for host
A really difficult task for me too to leave this feedback...
I've been with Jocelyn and Jean Claude nearly 2 months in 2 times; from the very first day they took me as a member of the family and within the next days we definitely become really Good Friend, more and more. They've got straight away that i was able to do everything they needed me to… read more
I've been with Jocelyn and Jean Claude nearly 2 months in 2 times; from the very first day they took me as a member of the family and within the next days we definitely become really Good Friend, more and more. They've got straight away that i was able to do everything they needed me to… read more
10 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Karl_Sanchez)
What a difficult task to summarize all the good we think about Carlo. After a month of staying with us , and working very hard , he is now like a member of our family.
Regarding the job he is able and happy to work on any kind of project with a great expertise by himself to our full satisfaction : masonry , electricity, wood, painting, plumbing… read more
Regarding the job he is able and happy to work on any kind of project with a great expertise by himself to our full satisfaction : masonry , electricity, wood, painting, plumbing… read more
(Excellent)
19 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Edouard) for host
My time in durtal was short but very interesting.
The buildings and the scenery were unique.
You'll be welcomed in this house.
I can write more of what we shared but I let other workawayers go there and make your own ideas, I'm sure it will be nice.
I hope my road will drive me there another time.
The buildings and the scenery were unique.
You'll be welcomed in this house.
I can write more of what we shared but I let other workawayers go there and make your own ideas, I'm sure it will be nice.
I hope my road will drive me there another time.
18 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Edouard)
Nous avons eu Edouard chez nous pendant 2 semaines . Nous sommes ravis par tout ce qu'il a pu faire pendant cette relativement courte période .
Il réalisé les objectifs de notre liste , en rangement, jardinage, maintenance dans différents domaines .
Et surtout il a fait de la menuiserie , dans quoi il excelle . Grâce à une impressionnante… read more
Il réalisé les objectifs de notre liste , en rangement, jardinage, maintenance dans différents domaines .
Et surtout il a fait de la menuiserie , dans quoi il excelle . Grâce à une impressionnante… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Catalin & Adelina)
Adelina et Catalin sont restés chez nous 4 mois . Ils ont fait un bon travail de rénovation et peinture sur des volets au début . Puis Catalin a travaillé à de l'électricité . A leur départ tout une partie d'un appartement n'avait plus d'éclairage . Nous avons dû faire venir un électricien qui a constaté des branchements très dangereux . Adelina… read more
(Negative)
29 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rob) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and I could not have had better hosts! Jocelyne and Jean-Claude treated me like family and the accommodations were superb. A definite highlight was the wonderful home-cooked meals and great conversations. I learned a lot about French culture and politics. The work was not too hard and I got to wake up every… read more
24 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rob)
Nous avons accueilli Rob pendant 2 semaines qui nous ont paru bien courtes !
Rob une personne très agréable à vivre , très cultivé , avec beaucoup de talents dont nous n'avons pas eu le temps de bénéficier .
Rob a accepté toutes les taches bien utiles que nous lui avons confiées ( jardinage , peintures , bricolage, organisation)
Nous avons eu… read more
Rob une personne très agréable à vivre , très cultivé , avec beaucoup de talents dont nous n'avons pas eu le temps de bénéficier .
Rob a accepté toutes les taches bien utiles que nous lui avons confiées ( jardinage , peintures , bricolage, organisation)
Nous avons eu… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Madeleine) for host
Xavier and Mary live in a wonderful house! They gave me very warm welcome. I spent a week with them and was kept busy sewing which was very enjoyable and the time raced by. very good food and good fun. The weather was particularly cold when I was there with a lot of fog so I din't explore much but nonetheless I had a very enjoyable time with them.… read more
3 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Inez)
Bien que ayant déclaré être non fumeur Inez fumait dans le logement et a mis le feu dans une poubelle , ce qui a fait éclaté le carrelage de la terrasse et obligé à des travaux de maçonnerie .
De plus elle a laissé le logement non nettoyé ( en particulier sanitaires et cuisine ) .
Enfin son travail de couture n'est pas très professionnel .… read more
De plus elle a laissé le logement non nettoyé ( en particulier sanitaires et cuisine ) .
Enfin son travail de couture n'est pas très professionnel .… read more
(Negative)
12 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Osman)
Que dire de plus que tout ce qui a déjà été dit sur Osman ?
Osman n'est pas un workawayer ordinaire : c'est un garçon attachant , cultivé , avide d'apprendre le français ( il a d'ailleurs fait de grands progrès pendant son séjour avec nous) . Son projet est maintenant de rester en France pour prendre des cours et faire des études en Français , ce… read more
Osman n'est pas un workawayer ordinaire : c'est un garçon attachant , cultivé , avide d'apprendre le français ( il a d'ailleurs fait de grands progrès pendant son séjour avec nous) . Son projet est maintenant de rester en France pour prendre des cours et faire des études en Français , ce… read more
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Osman) for host
I came to this place to stay 2 weeks but stayed 7 instead. Jocelyne and Jean-Claude very nice and helpful people, it is nice to be around them. The town is small and nice French, maybe there is not much things to do for long terms in it but there is always nice places to visit around the Pays de Loire and they will help you to do some visits… read more
20 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Vitali) for host
My work here was highly appreciated . I stayed long time so naturally had very good experience . Great company , visiting interesting friends , meeting and spending time with all family . Wonderful food and drinks , accommodation , garden , working in this historical building with nice vibe and good energy was delightful and inspiring .… read more
10 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Vitali)
Vitali est un workawayer formidable . Ses séjours dans des fermes ou sur des chantiers différents lui ont donné une expérience très variée et une grande autonomie de travail . Il excelle en particulier dans des travaux utilisant le bois.
Il enchaîne de longues journées de travail et des ballades en vélo . Il est très discret de nature et peu… read more
Il enchaîne de longues journées de travail et des ballades en vélo . Il est très discret de nature et peu… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Clayton) for host
This was my first experience with Workaway and it was amazing, Jean-Claude and Jocelyne are incredibly accommodating and they also gave me and Osman ( another workaway ) a french lesson most days which was very kind and also beneficial because I want to learn the langauge. I helped out with some gardening and some painting around the house. They… read more
29 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Clayton)
Clayton est venu pour une semaine mais il est resté chez nous 3 semaines qui nous ont parues trop courtes .
Il a été un de nos meilleurs workawayers : professionnel , sérieux , il a effectué de nombreux travaux de peintures et d'autres taches à notre grande satisfaction .
De plus il s'est montré , poli , discret ,très agréable et facile à vivre .… read more
Il a été un de nos meilleurs workawayers : professionnel , sérieux , il a effectué de nombreux travaux de peintures et d'autres taches à notre grande satisfaction .
De plus il s'est montré , poli , discret ,très agréable et facile à vivre .… read more
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (George)
No news , no answers to our several mails ......although he had accepted to come since 2 months after several exchanges .
(Workawayer cancelled last minute / no-show )
5 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Susan & Denis)
During their stay with us Denis and Sue have been incredibly creative and efficient in their main mission that was to design and built a treehouse for our grand son Leo ( 4,5 years) , who was here at the start and somehow communicated with Denis on the project ( We all are looking forward to see Leo discover the final result in a few days) , not a… read more
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Susan & Denis) for host
Our stay at the water mill in Durtal hosted by Jocelyne and Jean–Claude was perfect, with all the essential ingredients of a great gardening workaway experience. The physical setting was magnificent, with the property positioned on the banks of Le Loir, a major tributary of La Loire, with a grand chateau across the river and the town a short 10… read more
11 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria & Katya)
Victoria and her daughter Masha spent 2 weeks with us in August and we would have loved them to stay longer !
Victoria has been a fantastic guest , both hard worker and very friendly and pleasant person .
She was always in good spirit and wanting to help in every aspect of the life of the house . Also we had wonderful times to discuss various… read more
Victoria has been a fantastic guest , both hard worker and very friendly and pleasant person .
She was always in good spirit and wanting to help in every aspect of the life of the house . Also we had wonderful times to discuss various… read more
(Excellent)
9 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Victoria & Katya) for host
Dear Jocelyne and Jean-Claude,
Thank you so, so much for your kind hospitality and everything! Interesting talks, kind advices, visiting friends, sharing stories, reciepies, herbal tea, fantastic possibility for Mashas plainairs, kind permission for Rik to come for the weekend and the beautiful house where we could live these weeks. Everything… read more
Thank you so, so much for your kind hospitality and everything! Interesting talks, kind advices, visiting friends, sharing stories, reciepies, herbal tea, fantastic possibility for Mashas plainairs, kind permission for Rik to come for the weekend and the beautiful house where we could live these weeks. Everything… read more
27 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Gabriel) for host
Wow, what I can say about this lovely couple, Jo and Jean-Claude? So nice, polite and friendly people, they offered me a glance into a poethic french dream lifestyle, without any kind of surplusage. Always willing to help made me fell well accomodated right away.
The property is really beautyful with its flowers everywhere during spring, sitting… read more
The property is really beautyful with its flowers everywhere during spring, sitting… read more
18 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Worldie) for host
I had such a wonderful time with Jean-Claude & Jocelyne.
Their estate is truly breathtaking and I was so kindly welcomed into their home and family & to local events and outings with their friends - such beautiful souls.
I enjoyed pruning in the garden, cleaning and preparing for guests. They were so considerate and encouraged me to do what… read more
Their estate is truly breathtaking and I was so kindly welcomed into their home and family & to local events and outings with their friends - such beautiful souls.
I enjoyed pruning in the garden, cleaning and preparing for guests. They were so considerate and encouraged me to do what… read more
4 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Worldie)
Michelle is a charming young lady who helped a lot during a week with us on every project we had for her , from a lot of gardening to housekeeping , moving and cleaning furniture preparing a cocktail party .
In particular she worked hard to clean the 3 floors of a huge old water mill .
She is discreet , elegant and very polite .
We enjoyed… read more
In particular she worked hard to clean the 3 floors of a huge old water mill .
She is discreet , elegant and very polite .
We enjoyed… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Denis & Diane)
Denis has been a wonderful workawayer , he was a hard worker, happy with all the projects we had for him in a week , and there were a lot ( flooring a path with stones , digging up and gardening , doing general maintenance, fixing bicycles , even repairing a huge water mill wheel and more …) He was also a very pleasant and friendly companion… read more
(Excellent)
26 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Denis & Diane) for host
Comment savoir si c'est le lieu ou les personnages qui ont fait que j'ai été enchanté de trop court projet workaway. L'endroit est d'une grande beauté et très calme. La petite maisonnette workaway, trop charmante et que dire de Jocelyne et Jean-Claude qui sont d'une grande accessibilité et générosité. Je ne peux que recommander fortement ce lieu… read more
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Remi)
Rémi est un garçon gentil et efficace .
Il a le bon esprit workaway .
Il a beaucoup travaillé dans notre jardin , tout en étant indépendant .
Nous lui souhaitons bonne chance pour ses prochains projets .
Il a le bon esprit workaway .
Il a beaucoup travaillé dans notre jardin , tout en étant indépendant .
Nous lui souhaitons bonne chance pour ses prochains projets .
(Excellent)
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannelore)
We were very happy to have Hannelore with us! She is very gifted and artistic – she can make a table out of a piece of wood, two nails, a bit of string, and some glue.
It was very enjoyable to talk with her because she has a wide knowledge of many subjects and she was very agreeable. She worked hard in the garden, helped in the refinishing of… read more
It was very enjoyable to talk with her because she has a wide knowledge of many subjects and she was very agreeable. She worked hard in the garden, helped in the refinishing of… read more
(Excellent)
23 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Hannelore) for host
Merci beaucoup Jocelyne et Jean-Claude!! Sorry, can't write all my expressions in French, much easier in English. One week at home now and I'm always thinking of this wonderful time at the mill. Fascinated also by the structured work of Jocelyne and the interesting talks with Jean-Claude. I'm very impressed by your hospitality and your warm heart… read more
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle & Lianna)
Danielle was an absolute pleasure to work with. She stayed three weeks, but we would have loved for her to stay longer if she hadn’t already had other plans. She was very hard-working and was very knowledgeable with construction. She was very efficient in the garden, and she installed a very beautiful tongue and groove siding. She also assembled… read more
(Excellent)
31 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Danielle & Lianna) for host
Thank you Jean-Claude and Jocelyne. As my last workaway before returning to Aus I could not have asked for more. Not only is your little peice of the world divine but so are the both of you. I have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of your lives, not only are you surrounded by such close family but you are also blessed to have such true friends in… read more
22 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (jgiordano)
Jonathan has an excellent character. He is very kind, polite and hard-working. It was a pleasure to have him.
As I had to leave soon for surgery, unfortunately he could not stay as long as we would have liked.
We expect that he will visit us again, and we look forward to his return .
As I had to leave soon for surgery, unfortunately he could not stay as long as we would have liked.
We expect that he will visit us again, and we look forward to his return .
(Excellent)
30 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (jgiordano) for host
I had the chance to spend a few days with Jean-Claude and Jocelyne. The only problem was that is was too short!
The property and the surroundings were amazing. I was there in the late fall when everything was brown, and it was still beautiful. I can only imagine what it would be like in spring and summer. The center of town is but a walk away,… read more
The property and the surroundings were amazing. I was there in the late fall when everything was brown, and it was still beautiful. I can only imagine what it would be like in spring and summer. The center of town is but a walk away,… read more
