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22 Sep 2026
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Min stay requested: 1 month or more
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Description
**DATES: Beginning of October to December 10**
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read our family’s profile!
We are a fun, welcoming family who loves to travel and is always open to discovering new cultures and experiences. We have lived in the USA and Central America, and we enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds.
We are looking for someone to take care of our very friendly and adorable cat, Violette (Vivi), as well as a few plants, while we are away. We live in a beautiful house surrounded by countryside, about 15 minutes from the center of Arles and 10 minutes from the village of Saint-Martin-de-Crau.
You will have your own private bedroom and bathroom, as well as access to the swimming pool and garden.
We will spend a few days together at the beginning so you can get familiar with the house, the area, and Vivi. After that, you will have the house to yourself with the cat.
Violette is an outdoor cat who is very independent, but she also loves people and enjoys plenty of affection and attention. We are looking for someone calm and responsible, with experience caring for cats, who genuinely enjoys being around animals and will give her lots of love and attention. If you love nature and appreciate a peaceful environment, this could be a great fit for you!
Having guests over or hosting parties is not possible, and we are looking for a non-smoker. Having a vehicle would be a plus, but if you don't have one, other arrangements can be made.
This is an ideal setting for someone looking for a peaceful stay, plenty of space, and a genuine connection with nature, while enjoying the beautiful Provence region.
We hope to hear from you!
Joelle -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Animal Care
Help around the house
House & pet sitting
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Interests
Sustainability
Pets
Culture
Self development
Books
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
Animals
Fitness
Nature
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a very international family and have lived in North America, Central America, and Europe, so we are very open to different cultures, languages, and ways of life. We will spend a few days together at the beginning of the stay, giving us the opportunity to get to know each other and share experiences.
While we are away, you will have the opportunity to experience everyday life in Provence, explore Arles and the surrounding area, discover local food, markets, history, and culture, and enjoy the beautiful countryside and slower pace of life. Arles is easy to explore, and the region has plenty to discover. We hope the experience will give you a chance to immerse yourself in French and Provençal culture while enjoying an independent and peaceful stay. -
Help
We are mainly looking for someone to take care of Violette and our home while we are away. The help would include:
- Feeding Violette and making sure she has fresh water
- Giving her lots of love, attention, and companionship
- Letting her in and out of the house as needed
- Watering a few plants
-Keeping the house clean and tidy
- Checking in on the pool
- Letting us know if anything needs our attention -
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate -
Accommodation
A private bedroom with a private bathroom and shower.
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What else ...
We are about a 15 minute away from Arles.The center of Arles is touristy and easy to explore, with a lot of different things to offer. It is also home to the International Photography Festival and Van Gogh (if art is your calling, come to Arles!).
From Arles you can go to any big cities such as Montpellier and Marseille . We are surrounded by nature, so there is plenty to explore. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Violette called Vivi
She is a very sweet and sensitive cat .She is the family cat . Everyone that meet her ,loves her , She is easy going ,she spend a lot of time outside in warmer temperature and winter she hibernates in her basket .
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Thank you so much for this 3 months .You are welcomed any time .
Mainly my tasks were cook for Dara and bring/pickup her around and help Joelle for some cleaning and decluttering around the house.
I felt home, with Dara in the beginnin was not easy but after 3 months we found our balance.
My favorite moment during the week was the market in Arles … read more
I stayed in her home for 5 weeks and during that time we worked on launching her new business on social media and Youtube. We looked at her brand colours, business personality and vision. From there I designed and created her Facebook … read more
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Thank you so much for this 3 months .You are welcomed any time .
Mainly my tasks were cook for Dara and bring/pickup her around and help Joelle for some cleaning and decluttering around the house.
I felt home, with Dara in the beginnin was not easy but after 3 months we found our balance.
My favorite moment during the week was the market in Arles … read more
I stayed in her home for 5 weeks and during that time we worked on launching her new business on social media and Youtube. We looked at her brand colours, business personality and vision. From there I designed and created her Facebook … read more
They have a gorgeous house on the lake but most of all they are open and so interesting people with their own personality. I loved talking with Joëlle, … read more
