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Join us at our food forest, greenhouse and home in Normandy, France

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi, we are Ernest and Mireille (Europeans with a Dutch passport). Twenty years ago we moved to Sweden, seven years later to the United Kingdom and four years ago we settled in Normandy, France in a beautiful old notary's house from 1791. Our small animal kingdom consists of two Jack Russells, a cats, chickens, geese and runner ducks. We have started a food forest and flower meadow in the field behind our large garden. Our house is a place for family and friends and friends of friends who want to take a break. We live on the edge of a small village with all the necessary amenities. Ernest is a great chef and his international dishes are a daily treat.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Technology
    Politics / Social justice
    Events & social
    Sustainability
    Animals
    Pets
    Culture
    DIY & crafts
    Plant care
    Music
    Books
    Languages
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Fitness
    Camping
    Mountain
    Cycling
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Our native language is Dutch. We are fluent in English and also intermediate French. We both work from home. Ernest in finance at a large international company and Mireille currently as a jack of all trades. Language and culture has been at the centre of our lives and we think you will find us open-minded people who would like to include you in our little piece of paradise in France.

  • Help

    Help

    We need help with the food forest and gardening and also the hallway needs sanding and painting. Cooking a few times a week is greatly appreciated.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    Swedish: Fluent
    French: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    We still need to improve our French (B2 level)!

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We offer you your own bedroom and bathroom and of course all meals are included in your stay with us. Ernest is a great chef but would like to have a couple of evenings off to cook. So if you could prepare meals as well that would be great. We eat healthy food, cooked from scratch. We also offer you free WIFI.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have bicycles and bicycle helmets available. We live in Orne, the department in Normandy that is forested. Larger places are 15 minutes away by car. Paris from Briouze (not far from us) is a 2-hour train ride. One and a half hours by car to Mont St. Michel.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have WIFI available.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have plenty space to park a campervan or motorhome.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image features two small dogs sitting on a brown mat in front of a door, with a tiled floor and a white refrigerator in the background.
The image depicts a long hallway lined with metal shelving units holding various potted plants, set against a backdrop of large windows and a lush grassy area outside.
The image features an orange tabby cat with white whiskers and a pink nose, reclining in a white basket beneath a cat tree.
The image shows a man and woman sitting in front of a woodpile, each holding a mug with a cherry design, in a grassy area with trees and a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and a range hood, featuring a sleek and organized design.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with a white bed, gray chair, and nightstands, featuring exposed beams and a textured white wall, creating a cozy atmosphere.
The image depicts a bathroom with a white sink, grey vanity, round mirror, and small trash can, set against a white wall and light-colored wood floor.
The image depicts a bathroom with a white toilet and a glass-enclosed shower stall, featuring a silver frame and a white base, situated on a light-colored wood floor.
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The image depicts a room with white walls and ceiling, featuring exposed dark wooden beams, a window, and a chair, with a closet and door visible in the background.
The image depicts a bedroom with a bed, desk, and chair, featuring white walls, a skylight, and exposed beams, with a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in a wooded area, with the woman\'s arm around the man\'s shoulder.
A man operates a blue tractor in a field, surrounded by trees and grass, with a serene blue sky featuring white clouds in the background.
The image depicts a vibrant field of sunflowers and wildflowers, with trees and a building visible in the background, set against an overcast sky.
The image depicts a mother duck and her ducklings foraging in a grassy area, with the mother duck facing right and the ducklings surrounding her.
The image depicts a serene garden scene with lush greenery, yellow hoses, and a blue tarp, set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky.

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