A family of three poses for a selfie by the sea. The background features blue water, a tree, and distant islands under a partly cloudy sky.
A vibrant double rainbow arcs across a moody sky over a sunlit pasture, with distant hills, a grazing horse, and rustic wooden fence in view.
A tranquil river winds through a lush forest, sunlight filtering through tall trees. The clear water reflects greenery, creating a peaceful and refreshing natural scene.
A serene landscape featuring lush green grass, a small water body in the foreground, and a majestic mountain range under a partly cloudy, blue sky.
A small, simple room with two mattresses on the floor—one blue, one red. A fan stands nearby. There’s a window with greenery visible outside.
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Enjoy relaxed living close to the river and a beautiful view in Pouembout, New Caledonia

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    🇫🇷 Bienvenue à Tamaon – Vallée de la Pouembout (Nouvelle-Calédonie)

    Bonjour et bienvenue chez moi !
    Je vis dans la vallée de la Pouembout, à Tamaon, un coin paisible de Nouvelle-Calédonie avec une très belle vue sur la petite montagne du Kopéto, au cœur d’une nature préservée, idéale pour les amateurs de calme, de plantes et de travail manuel.

    Je suis enseignante et mon conjoint développe une petite activité de mécanique marine. Nous habitons une petite propriété de 3,6 ha. J'ai 3 enfants, mais seule notre dernière de 10 ans est encore avec nous.


    🛏️ Ce que nous offrons
    Hébergement simple mais chaleureux : la chambre de mon fils est libre car il fait ses études en France (nous avons notre propre salle de bain, donc une autre pour les invités et ma grande fille quand elle revient ' rarement' le week-end).
    Repas partagés (ou pas ! ;-) : nous avons une cuisine d'intérieur mais aussi une cuisine à l'extérieur.
    Temps libre pour vous reposer, explorer ou méditer avec la vue sur le Kopéto (et faire du yoga : j'adore, mais je n'ai jamais le temps de me motiver avec tout ce qu'il y a déjà faire ! à plusieurs c'est mieux !).
    Eventuellement, parfois, si le temps le permet : sortie en mer.

    🌄 Un cadre naturel et paisible
    Le coin est isolé (mais pas trop) et propice à la déconnexion.
    Nous sommes à environ 10 minutes du village de Pouembout.

    🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Ce que nous recherchons
    Des volontaires ouverts d’esprit, autonomes, prêts à mettre la main à la pâte, qui aiment la vie simple, le plein air et le travail manuel. Nous sommes occupés la semaine, sauf pendant les vacances scolaires, donc l'idée est de vous confier le travail que vous avez envie de faire en autonomie.

    Français, anglais bienvenus, quelques souvenirs d'allemand ! Autres langues bienvenues aussi :)

    Je parle français, j'ai fait des séjours dans des pays anglophones et j'ai quelques souvenirs d'allemand ! N’hésitez pas à m’écrire dans votre langue, je ferai de mon mieux pour vous répondre.


    🇬🇧 Welcome to Tamaon – Pouembout Valley (New Caledonia)

    Hello and welcome to our place!
    We live in the Pouembout Valley, in Tamaon, a peaceful corner of New Caledonia with a beautiful view of Mount Kopéto, surrounded by untouched nature — perfect for those who enjoy calm, plants, and hands-on outdoor work.

    I’m a teacher, and my partner runs a small marine mechanics business. We live on a small 3.6-hectare property.


    🛏️ What we offer

    A simple but cozy room - my son’s bedroom is available since he’s studying in France.
    Meals are shared.
    You’ll have free time to rest, explore, or meditate while enjoying the view of Mount Kopéto.
    (And maybe do some yoga, I love it but never manage to find time... it's always more fun with others!)

    Depending on the weather and timing, we may also go out for a boat trip every now and then.

    🌄 A peaceful, natural setting

    The region is perfect for hiking, connecting with nature, and truly unplugging.
    We’re located about 10 minutes from the village of Pouembout.

    👥 Who we’re looking for

    We welcome volunteers who are open-minded, independent, hands-on, and who enjoy simple living, nature, and manual work. We’re usually busy during the week (except during school holidays), so the idea is to trust you with tasks that you're motivated to do, and that you can carry out independently.

    French or English speakers welcome — I’ve spent time in English-speaking countries and still remember a bit of German! Other languages welcome too :)

    Feel free to message me in your language and I’ll do my best to answer you.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Farming
    Gardening
    Yoga / Wellness
    Sailing / Boating
    Mountain
    Nature
    Cycling
    Camping
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live a fairly simple life, but we always enjoy good conversations and shared meals.
    Depending on the season, we sometimes visit local markets, go for a walk in the valley, or enjoy a short trip to the sea at the week-end.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    🛠️ Activités proposées :
    Il y a toujours quelque chose à faire ici ! Voici les types d’aide dont j’ai besoin :

    Entretien du terrain : désherbage, débroussaillage, paillage, compost

    Soins aux arbres fruitiers (bananiers surtout) et aide au développement du potager

    Petits travaux de bricolage dans la maison (finitions, rangement, aménagement)

    Projets à inventer ensemble : cabanes, espaces extérieurs, structures légères

    Parfois, un peu de cuisine ou d’aide ménagère si tu aimes ça, conservation de fruits/légumes

    Pas besoin d’être expert·e, juste de la bonne volonté et l’envie d’apprendre !

    📅 Nous demandons environ 4-5 heures d’aide par jour, 5 jours par semaine. Les horaires sont flexibles selon la météo et les tâches.

    🛠️ What you can help with

    There’s always something going on here! Here are the types of help we need:

    Land maintenance: weeding, clearing, mulching, composting

    Care of fruit trees (especially bananas) and help with expanding the vegetable garden

    Small projects in the house (finishing touches, organizing, fixing things)

    Creative projects to imagine and build together: outdoor spaces, cabins, light structures

    Occasionally, cooking or housekeeping, and fruit/vegetable preserving if you’re into that

    No need to be an expert, just bring motivation and a willingness to learn!

    📅 We ask for about 4–5 hours of help per day, 5 days a week. Schedule is flexible depending on the weather and tasks.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Intermediate
    German: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Bedroom.
    Meals are shared or ingrédients are provided.

  • 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

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A family of three poses for a selfie by the sea. The background features blue water, a tree, and distant islands under a partly cloudy sky.
A vibrant double rainbow arcs across a moody sky over a sunlit pasture, with distant hills, a grazing horse, and rustic wooden fence in view.
A tranquil river winds through a lush forest, sunlight filtering through tall trees. The clear water reflects greenery, creating a peaceful and refreshing natural scene.
A serene landscape featuring lush green grass, a small water body in the foreground, and a majestic mountain range under a partly cloudy, blue sky.
A small, simple room with two mattresses on the floor—one blue, one red. A fan stands nearby. There’s a window with greenery visible outside.

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