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Home based help. A beautiful Armagnac estate in the rolling hills of the Gers, South-West France.
Hello and welcome to our home - Domaine de Berdine, a former Armagnac estate set in the valley of Saint-Martin-d’Armagnac, surrounded by nature, forest, and open countryside.
We are a family of four (plus our small dog 🐾) who moved from London last summer and are in the process of bringing this historic house and its 12 acres of land back to life. We’re looking for motivated, practical Workawayers who enjoy hands-on projects and life in nature.
🏡 What we offer:
• Private, comfortable bedroom
• Cultural and skills exchange
• Access to a 12-metre heated salt-water swimming pool
• Food and drink provided
• Shared meals, good coffee, well-earned beers, and French wine
• A relaxed, friendly, and respectful atmosphere
We both work in hospitality and love cooking with seasonal, organic produce as much as we can, so good food is a big part of life here.
🌿 The setting:
The domaine includes a private forest with its own lake (needs some tlc) - peaceful, rural environment ideal for anyone who enjoys nature, fresh air, and slowing down. Evenings are often spent sharing meals, talking through ideas for the land and house, and enjoying the calm of the countryside. However it's your own time so don't feel obliged. The nearest village is a 7 min drive away with a bars, bakery and restaurants and there's an active community centre in the village with Zumba, archery and other events!
Our aim is to create a special place - a place to reconnect with nature, learn new skills, and breathe.
If you’re practical, positive, and happy to help a minimum of 4-5 hours per day, 5 days a week with 2 days off in a row in exchange for food, accommodation, and a unique rural experience in South-West France, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note: we do not operate as a business and that Workawayers will only be helping with private tasks around our home.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Self development
Pets
Sustainability
Movies & TV
Events & social
Performing arts
Music
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Books
Blogging
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Winter sports
Water sports
Team sports
Outdoor activities
Mountain
Nature
Hiking
Fitness
Dancing
Cycling
Camping
Beach
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Beautiful meals round the table together.
Local activities happening all year round.
Happy to share any skills and knowledge you find interesting.
We love meeting new people and sharing experiences.
Help
Help may include (max 4-5 hours per day, 5 days a week with 2 days off in a row):
• Painting and decorating
• Cleaning and organising
• Gardening (could include reviving the vineyard)
• Cooking if you enjoy to!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
🏡 What we offer:
• Private, very comfortable bedroom. Most bedrooms have king sized beds
• Glamping in the warmer months
• Access to a 12-metre heated salt-water swimming pool, tennis court, ping pong and pool table
• Food and drink provided
• Shared meals, good coffee, well-earned beers, and French wine
• A relaxed, fun, friendly, and respectful atmosphere
What else ...
There is plenty of activities happening in and around the Gers especially in the warmer months. Only an 1.5hrs from the ski slopes! 2 local water sports lakes, manmade beaches and bars - perfect in the warmer months. We are only 7 mins drive from two villages with restaurants, markets, bars, cinema, supermarkets and bakeries. In our village is the local community centre with weekly activities and events.
We have bikes you are welcome to use and when we can will drive you.
Blabla car is a fantastic form of transport if you fancy taking a trip to Toulouse, Bordeaux or Biarritz. Or across the border to Spain!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Strong WiFi.
Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of space.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Pippin (11 years)
Very friendly Lakeland terrier cross. She loves cuddles and belly tickles. Not so good meeting other canines but once she's met them she's fine and will probably just ignore them 😂
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