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We have moved!! For any of our previous helpers looking to explore a different region of france we are now living in the beautiful Haute Vienne countryside. We have purchased our first house, so currently need help with decorating.
You would be staying in our family home with your own room. Our helpers are a part of the family life and welcome to join us when we go out.
We have 4 dogs & 4 cats, all rescued. Also, currently several foster kittens. I am vegetarian so this is a meat-free household.
We live in a small hamlet in the Haute Vienne, it’s very quiet, but cycling distance to our local village of Saint Mathieu with a supermarket, tabac, bars & cafes. In the middle of the Haute Vienne countryside surrounded by beautiful lakes & forests.
I am very easygoing, love music, good sense of humour. I am English, but also speak French.
The help is flexible, mainly walking dogs and helping around the house and garden.
Please do not consider a stay with us if you are not an animal lover and not used to living with animals. I try to keep the house as clean as possible, but with all the animals there is an infinite supply of pet hair ;-)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I can teach English & basic gardening. Many of my neighbours are French for anyone wanting to practice the French language.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
The most important thing is walking the dogs and helping around the house. We have a lot of decorating to do, so lots of wallpaper stripping at the moment.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
Bedroom with double bed.
We are not a farm, but a small house in a small hamlet in the countryside.
I offer 3 meals per day, mainly vegan/vegetarian.
I can take 2 people, but prefer one for financial reasons and I don’t really have enough work for 2 people.
What else ...
We are in the middle of the Haute Vienne countryside, so it is very quiet here, but ideal for lovers of nature. We have bikes you are free to use to explore. There are several lakes in the area with a large one in the village with a beach & where you can also swim.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have free unlimited WiFi, although it is slow and can be unreliable on certain days.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 261351585147
Feedback (20)
22 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (MorganeAlice)
Morgane is a lovely young lady. She is very young and inexperienced, so needs clear instructions and guidance, but she was always smiling and willing to do anything asked of her. I would definitely recommend her to help with children, she was really great with my daughter and she loved spending time with Morgane.
She walked the dogs every day and… read more
She walked the dogs every day and… read more
(Very good
)
21 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (MorganeAlice) for host
I'm glad I had my first workaway experience with Vicky and Inéa. I stayed with them for 3 weeks and had a lovely time caring about the adorable animals and spending family time. Vicky introduced me to her mother and many friends who were all very friendly. She took me to see Inéa's theatre play which was amazing! Even though Vicky works hard and… read more
30 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan & Georgia)
Nathan & Georgia were wonderful helpers to have staying. They took excellent care of the animals, trying their best to tire out our border collie puppy, Mylo. We are preparing to move house so they were helping us with packing and were actually filling boxes faster than I could get them.
They cooked delicious vegan food and were permanently… read more
They cooked delicious vegan food and were permanently… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nathan & Georgia) for host
Hi Workawayers - my partner and I recently left Vicky's place after almost 3 brilliant weeks of helping out. We felt immediately welcome in her home and were able to connect with both Vicky and her daughter Inéa right away. The dogs, cats and hens stole our hearts very quickly - if you're an animal lover, this is the place for you!
Our duties… read more
Our duties… read more
19 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sarah Joy) for host
I worked at Vicky’s and Inéas for two weeks in April and they are so nice, the people and the pets ;). The tasks I did was walking the dogs, doing some chores and gardening. So I still had a lot of free time and Vicky also took me to the beach, to a beautiful town and to see friends of hers. The landscape is beautiful. As Vicky is working very… read more
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22 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (MorganeAlice)
Morgane is a lovely young lady. She is very young and inexperienced, so needs clear instructions and guidance, but she was always smiling and willing to do anything asked of her. I would definitely recommend her to help with children, she was really great with my daughter and she loved spending time with Morgane.
She walked the dogs every day and… read more
She walked the dogs every day and… read more
(Very good)
21 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (MorganeAlice) for host
I'm glad I had my first workaway experience with Vicky and Inéa. I stayed with them for 3 weeks and had a lovely time caring about the adorable animals and spending family time. Vicky introduced me to her mother and many friends who were all very friendly. She took me to see Inéa's theatre play which was amazing! Even though Vicky works hard and… read more
30 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathan & Georgia)
Nathan & Georgia were wonderful helpers to have staying. They took excellent care of the animals, trying their best to tire out our border collie puppy, Mylo. We are preparing to move house so they were helping us with packing and were actually filling boxes faster than I could get them.
They cooked delicious vegan food and were permanently… read more
They cooked delicious vegan food and were permanently… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Nathan & Georgia) for host
Hi Workawayers - my partner and I recently left Vicky's place after almost 3 brilliant weeks of helping out. We felt immediately welcome in her home and were able to connect with both Vicky and her daughter Inéa right away. The dogs, cats and hens stole our hearts very quickly - if you're an animal lover, this is the place for you!
Our duties… read more
Our duties… read more
19 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sarah Joy) for host
I worked at Vicky’s and Inéas for two weeks in April and they are so nice, the people and the pets ;). The tasks I did was walking the dogs, doing some chores and gardening. So I still had a lot of free time and Vicky also took me to the beach, to a beautiful town and to see friends of hers. The landscape is beautiful. As Vicky is working very… read more
7 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Gea) for host
Vicky and Inea, what a pleasure to cross my path with yours! I don't know where to start!
For the workawayer reading this, hello! First of all, realize one precious thing about this workaway: you'll be enter a home, a family, a place full of love and growing! It is such an honour!
Vicky, you're amazing, such a strong person and so kind to every… read more
For the workawayer reading this, hello! First of all, realize one precious thing about this workaway: you'll be enter a home, a family, a place full of love and growing! It is such an honour!
Vicky, you're amazing, such a strong person and so kind to every… read more
6 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Gea)
Mimi was a breath of fresh air & vitality in the house from the moment she arrived until the moment she left. She was a great help around the house and with the animals. She took care of them all for a week while we were away.
I cannot recommend Mimi enough, especially if you have children, she has so much energy and is great fun and always ready… read more
I cannot recommend Mimi enough, especially if you have children, she has so much energy and is great fun and always ready… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Luisa & Andreas)
Luisa was a pleasure to have staying. She fitted into our family perfectly and was happy to carry out any tasks requested. She was really great with my daughter & our animals and we would be more than happy for her to come and stay with us again 😊
(Excellent)
5 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Luisa & Andreas) for host
I had a really great time staying at Vicky’s and Inea’s place. Like its already mentioned in most of the other reviews: You feel really welcomed and the main task is to take care of the animals. The dogs treat you like you were their favourite person in the world whenever you come downstairs. Vicky is great, makes sure you have everything you need… read more
4 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew & Georgia)
Andy & Georgia came to stay with us for 2 weeks to look after our animals while we were away for Christmas. They were fantastic at looking after our animals and kept us updated on how everything was going. What little time we got to spend together they were great fun to be around. I’d be more than happy to have them visit again.
(Excellent)
4 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Andrew & Georgia) for host
We stayed at Vicky's house for two weeks over in December whilst Vicky and Inéa were away over Christmas. We both immediately fell in love with the dogs when we first arrived and even wanted to take them home with us at the end of our trip! (I'm sure Eden would have fit in our suitcase if I tried!!) The animals (dogs, cats and chickens) were all… read more
3 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Amelie)
Amelie was an absolute pleasure to have staying with us. She felt like a member of the family from the very start and was a great help around the house and with the animals.
She is very mature for her age and great company. Amelie was very good with my daughter playing games, helping her with her football training and listening to her endless… read more
She is very mature for her age and great company. Amelie was very good with my daughter playing games, helping her with her football training and listening to her endless… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Amelie) for host
I stayed with Vicky and Inéa for about 4 weeks and it was a real pleasure! They treat you like a real family member. My main job was going for a walk with the dogs wich I absolutely enjoyed in this beautiful landscape!! I even had the possibility to meet Vicky‘s mum who is a funny and very nice person! She and Vicky cooked some really delicious… read more
1 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Rose)
Rose is a lovely lady. She always had a smile and did anything asked of her without a problem. She took great care of our dogs, walking them regularly and feeding them.
She fitted in really well in our family, was great company and was really good with my daughter.
Rose is a little shy to begin with and lacks confidence with her English, but I… read more
She fitted in really well in our family, was great company and was really good with my daughter.
Rose is a little shy to begin with and lacks confidence with her English, but I… read more
(Very good)
26 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Rose) for host
I had a great time with Vicky and Inéa! :) I stayed for over 2 weeks and time flew by. I walked with the three dogs twice a day and helped in the household. It was all easy. In the evening we often sat together and watched Netflix and ate the delicious vegan cooked food from Vicky. What I also found very cool was that I was allowed to use Inéa's… read more
27 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Beatriz) for host
This is a very nice place to go if you're looking for some time alone in stunning nature. The area is super calm and full of routes for walking/biking. You have a lot of free time as the activities that need to be done are: keeping the house clean, take care of the garden, feed the chicken, cats and dogs and walk the dogs. The chicken and the cats… read more
25 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Beatriz)
(Negative)
22 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Bente)
Bente was à pleasure to have staying. She was always happy to help and completed any task requested with enthusiasm and always with a smile.
She took great care of our dogs, walking them twice per day without being asked. She helped with the house work and gardening and is a fantastic cook. It was so lovely to come home after a long day at work in… read more
She took great care of our dogs, walking them twice per day without being asked. She helped with the house work and gardening and is a fantastic cook. It was so lovely to come home after a long day at work in… read more
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Bente) for host
I had a great week at Vicky's place and I am sad I had to leave Vicky & her daughter, the adorable pet gang and the beautiful surroundings!
This workaway experience was filled with laughter, great chats, amazing vegan food, walks with the three dogs to the river, cuddles with the cats, dips in the lake/pools/sea, pet hair, road trips, sweat (not… read more
This workaway experience was filled with laughter, great chats, amazing vegan food, walks with the three dogs to the river, cuddles with the cats, dips in the lake/pools/sea, pet hair, road trips, sweat (not… read more
4 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Beata) for host
Vicky and Inéa are amazing hosts. They are very open and welcoming, they want you to feel like in the family. We did so many things together. I really enjoyed watching Inéa playing futbol and I had a great fun to play board games with her. I was taught how to make pouched eggs (so grateful for that! I know the secret now :)) and I had my first… read more
17 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Beata)
Beata was a fantastic helper. She had so much energy and was great fun to have around too.
She took great care of our animals, walking the dogs daily, and she was very good with my daughter too.
She just did things around the home without needing to be asked and she was great company too.
It was so nice when I was working such long hours to come… read more
She took great care of our animals, walking the dogs daily, and she was very good with my daughter too.
She just did things around the home without needing to be asked and she was great company too.
It was so nice when I was working such long hours to come… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Kade & Jia Jia) for host
It's been absolutely lovely to stay with vicky and the animal gang!
All the animals are just so sweet and give nothing but love!
Vicky makes you feel at home right away and is more than happy to share knowledge, love, and her house.
The area is really nice and based at the foot of the mountains. If you have a car there are a lot of opportunities… read more
All the animals are just so sweet and give nothing but love!
Vicky makes you feel at home right away and is more than happy to share knowledge, love, and her house.
The area is really nice and based at the foot of the mountains. If you have a car there are a lot of opportunities… read more
19 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kade & Jia Jia)
Xandra & Kade were simply wonderful. They embraced every challenge, I only had to mention a job that needed doing in the house and it was done before I got home from work. They took amazing care of our animals, taking the dogs to the river twice per day.
They were also great company, really interesting to talk to, very kind &… read more
They were also great company, really interesting to talk to, very kind &… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
Spending time with Vicky, Inéa and their beautiful pet family was amazing. I felt completely at home, I guess already after one night :D the dogs and cats have all very individual characters and are so lovable each in their own way! Inéa is so easy to hang with, has lots of stories to tell and so many interests so that you will always find… read more
17 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was an absolute delight to have staying. She just fitted straight into our family life, helping around the house, looking after the animals and she was wonderful with my daughter.
She had so much energy and was always ready to help with any task asked of her. I rarely had to even ask anything as she would just see something that needed… read more
She had so much energy and was always ready to help with any task asked of her. I rarely had to even ask anything as she would just see something that needed… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tess & Sam)
Tess & Sam are a lovely couple. They are very kind, calm and easy going. They are great with children, especially Sam who has been giving my 10-year old art lessons.
They are both very talented artists and Tess is a fantastic photographer. They are very willing to help and learn new skills, but if you need artistic talent for a project they are… read more
They are both very talented artists and Tess is a fantastic photographer. They are very willing to help and learn new skills, but if you need artistic talent for a project they are… read more
(Very good)
1 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Imola)
Imola was a pleasure to have staying. It was only her second workaway, but what she lacked in experience she certainly made up for in her willingness to help and learn.
She was fantastic with my daughter and a great help with all our animals, walking the dogs daily and anything else I asked her to do. She was constantly asking if there was… read more
She was fantastic with my daughter and a great help with all our animals, walking the dogs daily and anything else I asked her to do. She was constantly asking if there was… read more
(Very good)
14 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Imola) for host
I stayed with Vicky and Inéa for a month and had a great time. Vicky is very generous and easy to talk to, she always made sure I had everything I needed, she introduced me to her friends, let me borrow her books and made me feel super at home, like I was part of the family. Inéa is so intelligent and creative for her age, it was fun spending time… read more
9 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina was a pleasure to have staying and so helpful. She is very calm and it was great to have such a calm energy in the house as I had just taken in 3 very traumatized rescue dogs. Nina was brilliant with the dogs and quickly helped them to feel safe.
Nina was a huge help around the house, often doing things from her own initiative without being… read more
Nina was a huge help around the house, often doing things from her own initiative without being… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lenina) for host
Vicky and Inéa are two amazing persons and I got to like them a lot!
The surrounding nature of their house is beautiful, you have lakes, a wonderful river, small towns and great weather!
Vicky took me hiking in the mountains and we drove to the beach and to the nice towns at the coast as well, she also introduced me to her friends and I really… read more
The surrounding nature of their house is beautiful, you have lakes, a wonderful river, small towns and great weather!
Vicky took me hiking in the mountains and we drove to the beach and to the nice towns at the coast as well, she also introduced me to her friends and I really… read more
21 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lenina)
Lenina was a pleasure to have staying. She took great care of our many animals and the house while we were away for a few days.
When we returned Lenina was a huge help around the house, often doing things without being asked. She helped me have a huge clear out & tidy of the house and garage.
Everyday she automatically took care of all the… read more
When we returned Lenina was a huge help around the house, often doing things without being asked. She helped me have a huge clear out & tidy of the house and garage.
Everyday she automatically took care of all the… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ainhoa)
(Negative)
12 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kerri)
We had a great time when Kerry stayed with us, we were sad it wasn’t for longer. Kerry is a very positive and interesting person and I really enjoyed our talks about all kinds of things.
Kerry looked after our many animals while we went away and did a great job.
100% reliable and totally willing to accept any task and open to learning new… read more
Kerry looked after our many animals while we went away and did a great job.
100% reliable and totally willing to accept any task and open to learning new… read more
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kerri) for host
I stayed at Vicky’s for a week whilst she went away with her daughter. We had a few days together before she left, which were lovely - we walked the dogs, ate her delicious food and pottered about. In the evenings we would drink her amazing whiskey hot chocolates and talk for hours about life, the universe and everything. I’m so happy to have met… read more
21 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Mara_Schier) for host
Feedback for October 2019 - better late than never :))
It was a rather spontaneous decision to travel to France for helping Vicky but it was
clearly one of the best decisions I could have made. I really enjoyed walking the dogs, feeding the animals and cuddling all the cats and dogs - especially Molly took my heart by storm. Unfortunately, Inéa… read more
It was a rather spontaneous decision to travel to France for helping Vicky but it was
clearly one of the best decisions I could have made. I really enjoyed walking the dogs, feeding the animals and cuddling all the cats and dogs - especially Molly took my heart by storm. Unfortunately, Inéa… read more
11 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Florencia)
We had a fantastic time with Flor and were extremely sad when she left.
She took fantastic care of all our animals and walked the dogs every day. She cleaned and tidied the house without being asked.
She was alone with the animals and looking after the house for a few days while we were away and it was so lovely to arrive home after a very long… read more
She took fantastic care of all our animals and walked the dogs every day. She cleaned and tidied the house without being asked.
She was alone with the animals and looking after the house for a few days while we were away and it was so lovely to arrive home after a very long… read more
(Excellent)
11 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Florencia) for host
This was my first Workaway experience, and I couldn't have asked for a better host. Vicky and her daughter are the sweetest (and Vicky is a great cook!) and we shared a lot of beautiful moments together. I felt at home everyday, and the animals are lovely. Everything was perfect and she was super flexible with the work. I recommend 100% !
23 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mari-Liis) for host
I stayed at Vickys place for a month in summer.
She welcomed me with open arms and allowed me to feel living in a home from home. :)
The work I had to do was communicated clearly which was mostly like written in the profile. I walked the dogs almost every day, fed all animals, cleaned a bit in the house and helped with the garden twice. Vicky is… read more
She welcomed me with open arms and allowed me to feel living in a home from home. :)
The work I had to do was communicated clearly which was mostly like written in the profile. I walked the dogs almost every day, fed all animals, cleaned a bit in the house and helped with the garden twice. Vicky is… read more
16 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mari-Liis)
Mari-Liis stayed with us for about a month. She is very mature and responsible for her age and was great company.
We had many very interesting conversations and she fitted in so well with our family.
She took excellent care of our animals and walked the dogs every day. She was really good with my daughter who loved spending time with her and she… read more
We had many very interesting conversations and she fitted in so well with our family.
She took excellent care of our animals and walked the dogs every day. She was really good with my daughter who loved spending time with her and she… read more
(Very good)
27 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Mari & Alain) for host
Vicky es una persona maravillosa y nada exigente, nos cuidó mejor de lo que se podría esperar y repetiríamos sin dudarlo. Su hija es encantadora y sus animales un amor! Pasamos una estancia muy agradable, comimos muy bien y el lugar donde íbamos de paseo con los perros es bastante bonito (recomendable para alguien que busque un lugar tranquilo).… read more
20 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mari & Alain)
Alain and Marie were a pleasure to have staying in our home. They were constantly asking for more things to do and we’re so helpful. I would have them back anytime.
(Excellent)
