Purple wildflowers in the foreground, lush green foliage, a rustic wooden fence, a house, lone tree, and misty mountains create a tranquil countryside scene.
A black horse stands calmly behind a fence in a misty countryside. Trees, hills, and foggy mountains create a peaceful, serene, and natural landscape backdrop.
A lively group of various dogs is gathered outdoors on a muddy patch, surrounded by green grass, some greeting each other, wagging tails, and playing.
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Join our home projects in a mountain family farm while exploring Pyrenees, Massat, France

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello everyone,
    We are Mathilde and Iliès. We live on a mountain farm in the Pyrenees.
    We work as professional dog sled drivers (Mushers) all year round in this area. We have around twenty sled dogs, as well as horses, goats and chickens. All these animals live in harmony in this beautiful spot, nestled amongst the wild mountains of Ariège.

    Bonjour à tous,
    Nous sommes Mathilde et Iliès. Nous habitons dans une ferme de montagne, dans les Pyrénées.
    Nous sommes mushers professionnels toute l'année sur ce territoire. Nous avons donc une vingtaine de chiens de traîneau, mais aussi des chevaux, des chèvres et des poules. Tout ce petit monde vit en synergie sur ce magnifique lieu au milieu des montagnes sauvages ariégeoises.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live a 15-minute drive from our little village, Massat. It’s a lively village, especially in the summer. During this time, there are regular events (concerts, shows, night markets). There’s also a farmers’ market on Thursday and Sunday mornings.
    Our beautiful mountain is, of course, a prime spot for hiking and trail running.
    We love sharing our passion and chatting with others about all sorts of topics.

    Nous habitons à 15min (voiture) de notre petit village : Massat. C'est un village vivant à la belle période (été). A cette période, il y a des événements réguliers (concert, spectacles, marchés nocturnes). Il y a également un marché de producteurs les jeudi et dimanche matin.
    Notre belle montagne est évidemment un haut lieu de randonnée ou trail.
    Nous aimons partager notre passion et échanger avec les autres à propos de divers sujets.

  • Help

    Help

    From April to October, we have more time to devote to the upkeep, landscaping and renovation of our private green spaces and house. All little projects !
    Among these projetcs :
    - whitewash the walls inside our house with Iliès
    - tending the vegetable garden with Mathilde
    - build a small doghouse with us
    - and so on...
    We would like some help during these periods in exchange for a place to stay in our beautiful region.

    The help requested is not about our business, we don't ask you to take care of our dogs or supervise our activities.

    D'Avril à Octobre, nous avons plus de temps à consacrer à l'entretien, l'aménagement et la rénovation de nos espaces verts privés et de notre maison.
    Nous aimerions avoir un peu d'aide sur ces périodes en échange d'un pied à terre dans notre magnifique région.

    L'aide demandée ne concerne pas notre entreprise, nous ne vous demanderons pas de vous occuper de nos chiens ou d'encadrer nos activités.

  • Languages spoken

    French: Fluent
    English: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Ideally, we’d love to welcome you to our site with your campervan.
    We can also accommodate you in a tent, though we do live in a fairly rainy area, even in summer...
    We can also offer you a bed, but our family naturally takes priority, depending on the time of year.
    You’ll have access to our bathroom facilities.
    We’d be delighted to share one or two meals a day with you.

    L'idéal serait de vous accueillir sur notre terrain avec votre van.
    Nous pouvons également vous accueillir en tente, néanmoins, nous sommes dans une région assez pluvieuse, même l'été...
    Nous pouvons également vous proposer un lit, mais notre famille est évidemment prioritaire, suivant la période.
    Vous avez accès à nos sanitaires.
    Nous pouvons partager 1 ou 2 repas / jour, avec grand plaisir.

  • 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

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Sköll, Hatï, Pamiuq, Lokï, Ull, Suluk, Njörd, Taïma, Nott, Ulva, Idunn, Nilak, Mani, Edda, Suka, Sol, Shtiya, Sune, Arvak, Ymir, Aslaug, Aga, Auri

    Sköll, Hatï, Pamiuq, Lokï, Ull, Suluk, Njörd, Taïma, Nott, Ulva, Idunn, Nilak, Mani, Edda, Suka, Sol, Shtiya, Sune, Arvak, Ymir, Aslaug, Aga, Auri

    Our 23 sled dogs

    Profile photo of Pervenche, Anemone, Azalée, Callune

    Pervenche, Anemone, Azalée, Callune

    Profile photo of Chataîgne and Noisette

    Chataîgne and Noisette

    Our two Pyrennees Goats

    Profile photo of Oogrook

    Oogrook

    Patou (Dog's house)

    Profile photo of Finn

    Finn

    Border Collier (Dog's house)

    Profile photo of Izara and Icare

    Izara and Icare

    Our two Merens Horses

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A black horse stands calmly behind a fence in a misty countryside. Trees, hills, and foggy mountains create a peaceful, serene, and natural landscape backdrop.
A lively group of various dogs is gathered outdoors on a muddy patch, surrounded by green grass, some greeting each other, wagging tails, and playing.
Purple wildflowers in the foreground, lush green foliage, a rustic wooden fence, a house, lone tree, and misty mountains create a tranquil countryside scene.

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