Help me around the house near Chambery, France

France

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15/08/2019
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2019

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I am by myself in a big house and I need help to maintain it. I also have a huge vegetable garden.

It is a lot of work for myself and I need some help. I am looking for a person alone or a couple to help me out with the cleaning inside and outside. I have a big garden that needs to be manicure regularly.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Other
Help in the house
Animal care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
People here will learn gardening, taking care of animals and cooking healthy for a better life.
Help
I need help with cleaning the house and the kitchen, helping me with cooking and cleaning...

I also need help with the garden, mowing the grass and cleaning around. Cutting wood, helping with the animals (sheeps, chickens, dogs and a cat)

Also I need help with the organic vegetable garden.
Any particular skill are welcome. Maintaining the house, painting, building...
According to what people like to do most, I try to give them jobs they are the most at ease with....
Languages spoken
French and english.
Accommodation
One bed or two single beds or a double bed in a bedroom. The toilets and the shower are mostly individual.

The use of the common area such as the dining room, the living room, the veranda and the kitchen, the garden as well.
What else ...
There is a bus stop near the house to go to Chambéry or Grenoble (Transisère 7010) stop Bande Dessous.

Possibility to park a car at the house.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 20-25 hours a week, 2 days off per week

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Sheepy & Pti Coeur my ecological lawn mowers!

Lac Aiguebelette near by

One bedroom terrace

The living room

The house

The veranda

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The village of Saint Christophe La Grotte

Feedback left by and about host (41)

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Cultural exchange:
(4.5)

Communication:
(5.0)

12/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Arto)

Arto is a very nice person. He is a hard worker too. He does a perfect job inside the house. He is very good at tiding, cleaning, re-arranging and decorating the house. He did some work in the garden too and the job was well done. He took very good care to the animals, he was amazing with them. He works with a lot off care. He is very meticulous… read more

(Excellent )

03/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Arto) for host

I spent a whole two months in Catherine's B&B,and I`m happy that I did it.My first experience as a" workaway "in age of 55,it was all worth in 100%.
Amazing nature around and the opportunities to travel easily throughout the France with good public connections.
The house is big and needs constant care so all kinds of work is provided.If you are… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2019

Left by Workawayer (Helen) for host

I spent one week in Catherine’s B&B and I had a great stay! Catherine is a very friendly woman who runs a beautiful guesthouse in St. Christophe. During my stay, I did some gardening, cleaning and cooking (for the two lovely dogs). What I really liked about the work was that I did something different every day. The afternoons were mostly free,… read more

(Excellent )

26/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Annie)

It was a pleasure to have Annie here at the house. She is full of energy and very efficient with the task she is given. Although Annie is a very young woman, she already knows how to do a lot of things. It is amazing all the skills that she already has...! And she is very discrete and respectful of others... Annie can come back to my place… read more

(Excellent )

22/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host

Catherine was a good host and I enjoyed exploring this scenic region. There are some excellent hiking routes from the house and the bus stop is convenient for visiting Chambery and Grenoble. I mostly helped with cleaning and laundry during my stay as well as a bit of gardening and serving dinner to guests. Thank you Catherine for having me!

(Excellent )

04/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gyula) for host

I stayed with Catherine for 3 weeks in November and helped her mainly with maintenance work. During my stay, she received some guests so I also assisted her in the kitchen with food preparation and cleaning up after dinner. The area is pretty nice and I made sure to explore it along with the mountains in my free time. I was also provided with a… read more

(Good )

01/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (David)

David is an very nice young man full of energy and willing to do a good job.
It was a pleasure to have him here.
I highly recommend him...

(Excellent )

10/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (David) for host

For my first Workaway experience, I was here for about 10 days in early January. I quite enjoyed my stay with Catherine in St. Christophe!

Catherine is a kind host who efficiently runs a very tight ship. Truth be told, I’m not sure how she manages to do everything that she does with a relatively easygoing attitude. While we spoke English to… read more

(Excellent )

14/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Cardigon)

Cardi is an adorable young woman full of energy. She is very pleasant to be with. She likes to work hard and she is very efficient in what she does and give a perfect job. It is a pleasure to have her around. She is very generous. I is a pity that she didn't stay long enough. Come back whenever you want Cardi, you are welcome...

(Excellent )

08/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Cardigon) for host

I really had a great stay, I learn so much about food and we eat healthy, you can learn lots of use-full tips and tricks for everyday life, I stayed two weeks and felt I should have organised a longer stay so dont hesitate on long stays! :) Sometimes I felt really appeased there so I think this place has some sort of natural feel good energy!! :D… read more

(Excellent )

30/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Anne) for host

I stayed with Catherine for six weeks while studying French in Chambery. She was very flexible about my schedule and accommodating to my social life! I had a great time working in the house and outside, and the accommodation and food were top notch. If you aren't interested in learning more about living a healthy life, this may not be the place… read more

(Excellent )

13/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Vivik)

Vivik is such a nice young woman. She stayed with me for one month. I would have loved to host her longer but she had to carry on on here trip to discover France and Europe.
She works extremely well and takes good initiatives. She is fast and efficient in everything she does. She is very good at accomplishing any task. Vivik is a very discreet… read more

(Excellent )

23/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Vivik) for host

My stay at Catherine's was my first workaway experience, and I had a great time. Spent four weeks here (and somehow the house still stands!), although it felt like much shorter. The work I did was mostly cleaning tasks, nothing too difficult, and Catherine made sure I had my days off. There's plenty of stuff to do in your free time, the nature… read more

(Excellent )

16/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Stephanie & Jordan) for host

Our stay was really great with Catherine, she's very easy going and directive. The work was fair and the food and accommodations are 5 star. We were lucky to have had the experience and there were 2 other workawayers from Texas who were great company. The dogs and cat are also very sweet.
Thanks Catherine, feel free to look us up when you make it… read more

(Excellent )

07/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Elisa) for host

My 4-week stay at Catherine's was a great experience. Anyone who likes nature and who's willing to work hard will love this place. The B&B is amazing (a huge house, surrounded by wonderful landscapes and a beautiful garden) and the atmosphere is nice and relaxed. I had the chance to volunteer with 4 other people, and I'm very happy for having met… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Corail) for host

I had a great time with Catherine and the pets!
The house is absolutely beautiful, and located right where the view of the valley is. I was given my own private room with a double bed! AMAZING.
Catherine is a very generous open person, and very honest. We always shared our true opinions with each other, and this honesty is nice to have.… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lorenzo) for host

-Sorry for the late feedback-
Catherine and her daughter Chloe (who has "exceptionally" been with us for 1 week) are very friendly and kind people. I've been there during high season, so there's been lot of work to do with breakfasts, dinners, cleanings, welcoming guests but nothing impossible and somehow even enjoyable! If you do something wrong,… read more

(Excellent )

28/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Lorenzo)

Very good. Lorenzo is a hard worker and he 's been doing his best to learn and do the job very well. I highly recommend him. Lorenzo is very easy going and show interest the house life.

(Excellent )

14/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Dunja) for host

My aunt and I have been with Catherine for 1 week, our stay was great in every way: her company was enjoyable, she is easygoing, positive, we appreciated the conversations and her patience with our language struggle, and her really good healthy food. Her house is located in a beautiful natural contest, but still not far from Chambery, which is… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kristen) for host

I had a wonderful experience in Saint Christophe la Grotte with Catherine, and I didn't really want to leave! Catherine and I worked very well together. She is very creative with her cooking and I ate very well during my stay. She is very conscious of health, nutrition and not wasting anything! During my stay, I helped to do tasks around the B&B… read more

(Excellent )

13/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (nicolas & Charlotte) for host

Avec presque 3 mois de retard, voici notre feedback... Nous avons passé deux semaines chez Catherine en Juin dernier. Notre travail consistait principalement en l'entretien du potager (on espère qu'il aura donné pleins de beaux légumes !) et des extérieurs. Par temps de pluie, nous donnions un coup de main au ménage dans la maison et les chambres… read more

(Excellent )

29/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host

This was my first workaway and I had a great time! Catherine is a very kind women and a great host, she took me to places in the beautiful area so I could discover them and her cooking is lovely, super healthy and innovative (since i'm a vegetarian). She also learned me a lot of new things about food. My room was very nice and had an amazing view… read more

(Excellent )

19/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sylvie)

Sylvie is a such a delighful young lady. She is a hard worker and everything she does, she does it with a lot of care and thoroughly. No need to go back to it. She is also very smart and very mature for her age. It is a pleasure to share with her.
Sylvie, you are welcome to come back to my place anytime you want and thank you so much for your… read more

(Excellent )

07/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sylvie) for host

I can't even describe how grateful I am to Catherine for having me!
She is such a warm and caring person, with so much to share. Thanks for all the advice on moving to France and on eating healthily (I thought I knew quite a bit, but her knowledge is endless)! Honestly, when Catherine cooks, the whole house is filled with the smell of food it's… read more

(Excellent )

27/09/2016

Left by Workawayer () for host

Visiting Catherine was our first time as Workawayers and it was a really positive experince. We stayed in the Beautiful house for seven nights helping outside in the garden as well as we cleaned the windows and the kitchen walls. Thank you Catherine for cooking really nice food, great conversations, for you being flexible with the working hours… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Miranda) for host

Quel plaisir de passer deux semaines avec Catherine (et ses animaux) à sa chambre d'hôtes! On a passé beaucoup de temps à cuisiner, manger et discuter ensemble, et je suis tellement reconnaissante de la générosité et chaleur que Catherine m'a montrée. J'ai appris beaucoup en lui parlant et j'aurai toujours de bons souvenirs du temps que j'ai passé… read more

(Excellent )

02/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (fiona) for host

What a fabulous time I have spent at this beautiful place. Catherine is a wonderful, generous host and went out of her way to show me round the local area. I thoroughly enjoyed working in the hotel, helping with the chicks (who must be enormous by now!) and Sheepie. As my first ever Workaway , this experience has exceeded my expectations. Many… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Eric) for host

I had a fantastic time working and living with Catherine for the 7 (that was originally only supposed to be 2) weeks I was in St. Christophe. She couldn't have been more hospitable, generous, flexible & fun. She absolutely made me feel like I was part of her family and included me in all sorts of activities and meals and shared the french culture… read more

(Excellent )

16/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Eric)

Eric is a wonderfull person. He is cheerful and courageous. Always in a good mood and ready to work. It was a pleasure to have him here and I hope he'll come back sometimes...

(Excellent )

06/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Maria & Wolfgang ) for host

Thanks Catherine for your warm and trustful welcome. I had a wonderful time at domaine delasauge and I would like to visit you again.

(Excellent )

19/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (megan)

Megan is a very nice and hardworker person. She does a good job too. She has some experience with garden jobs. It was a pleasure to have her at home and share the meals with her.

(Excellent )

05/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (megan) for host

I really enjoyed my stay with Catherine. She is a kind, energetic woman with a lot of interesting and helpful knowledge. Meals often had vegetables from the garden and eating together with Catherine and the other workawayers felt like mealtimes with my family. I did a range of activities, from ironing to gardening to helping with cooking to… read more

(Excellent )

19/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (manuela)

Manuela is a very special person. She is very kind and polite. She is a hard worker and she is very helpfull. She takes good initiatives and she is a very reliable and trustworthy person. I wish she had stayed longer but she has to go one with her life. Thank you Manuela and see you sometimes soon.

(Excellent )

18/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (manuela) for host

Where to begin? They have been 3 unforgettable weeks, full of learnings, of wonderfull moments, of interesting conversation, and complicity. Catherine is a woman with a great heart, too generous,she has always been predisposed toward me to teach and share everything. She is always in a good mod.I have felt like in my house, like my family. Thank… read more

(Excellent )

25/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Stephen) for host

Where can I start about my experiences in the Alps? I just would like to thank you Catherine hugely for offering me this opportunity of witnessing an organic lifestyle in the countryside. It was an absolute pleasure spending time in your house, meeting you and your family, and working with Qinxin! You are an extremely accommodating host and a… read more

(Excellent )

30/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Alberto)

Very nice person and always ready to help with initiatives. We had some interesting exchanges upon various subject. I wish Alberto had stayed longer but he had some commitements. Thank you Alberto and see you soon.

(Excellent )

27/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Alberto) for host

I was lucky to share a week on this hectic house with Catherine and two other workawayers, Megan and Adam. I enjoyed drinking cow milk stove heated during my stay :P

The house itself is astonishing and the surrounding nature made my time off.

What can I say about Cath... I hope I am so full of energy and good vibes when I grow older.

See… read more

(Excellent )

27/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (kerry)

Kerry has been a very hepfull and attentionate person. She has this ability to anticipate one's needs while working with her. A very efficient worker certainly due to experience. I highly recommand Kerry for any kind of job, she does perfectly well every task you give here. Beside she is a very nice, interesting and discreet person.
Thank you… read more

(Excellent )

27/05/2015

Left by Workawayer (kerry) for host

Thank you Catherine for the wonderful time I spent with you. A most warm welcome and well looked after by you.
Food fantastic and healthy.
Your home is beautiful and also the surroundings. My three weeks were spent ironing, helping in the house and the vege patch. Loved the chickens . My days off I travelled to Aix les Bain and Annecy.
Easy… read more

(Excellent )

08/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Guillermo)

Guillermo is a very nice and helpfull person. He has a lot of initiatives. He likes animals and takes good care of them. It was a real pleasure to share with him about various subjects. He is full of life and very heathy physicaly and mentaly. To be hightly recommended.

(Excellent )

19/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Guillermo) for host

What a wonderful time I had over there. Nature, mountains, caves, rivers, nice people around, healthy & natural food. If you are into that, this is your place! Catherine is super! We held very interesting conversations about life and travelling. You will feel at home there. There were some projects to do around the house, the garden, the roof, the… read more

(Excellent )

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