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100 %
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15 Jun 2026
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Description
We are a sociable, and creative family, myself Anthea and my son Rob (23 years)
We live a converted barn on a large plot of land in the country side, along with my dogs and cats.
In our spare time we like to paddle board, swim, enjoy walks and explore different parts of the region. In the evening talk, watch TV, or play board games. Or if you prefer having some chill time to yourselves.
There is always a chance to practice your English .
We are a sociable, dynamic and creative family who live life to the full and enjoy having fun and a meeting new people and learning new skills.
It is a very beautiful part of Brittany with many lovely walks, bicycle trails, and beaches to the north and west and old towns with daily markets. All of these can be reached within an hours drive.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
House & pet sitting
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Living in a family environment whilst working in a relaxed atmosphere, Having a small taste of what it is like to live in Brittany as it is not like other parts of France. Working in a team and exchanging culture interests.
Help
Sharing the daily tasks of looking after the house, garden and animals and having fun whilst doing it.
Languages
Languages spoken
French: BeginnerThis 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
A comfortable room with a double bed, and internet connection.
What else ...
You can get to us: by ferry coming in at Roscoff port
Or
by plane, arriving at Paris. Brest or Nantes airports,
and getting the SNCF train to the railway station in Carhaix -plougeur,
Or a Flexibus to Châteaulin
Or BlaBlaCar co-voiturage to Carhaix -plougeur
Please note: If coming by train from there can be changeovers at Guingamp and Rennes
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 359448287735
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
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Feedback (10)
20 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Amélie & Tabea) for host
We stayed for three weeks and a half at Antheas place.
On our first two days, Anthea explained a lot around the house and her animals, that we were supposed to take care of, while the family was going on vacation. We would've liked to have more communication beforehand, because we only knew from her profile that there would be some house-sitting.… read more
On our first two days, Anthea explained a lot around the house and her animals, that we were supposed to take care of, while the family was going on vacation. We would've liked to have more communication beforehand, because we only knew from her profile that there would be some house-sitting.… read more
17 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Amélie & Tabea)
I really enjoyed hosting Tabea and Amélie for a period of 3 weeks. They arrived a couple of days before the family went on holiday and were very quick to understand the tasks required of them whilst we were away. When I came back they continued to look after the animals and garden for me and were very willing to do more jobs on top which included… read more
(Very good
)
29 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
Staying at Anthea´s place was a really great experience, they are all very friendly and chilled people. We had so much fun with the kids, especially with Jack who went with us on most of the trips. He is so full of energy and it really never gets boring when Jack is around. We felt like a part of the family from the first day.
Anthea has really… read more
Anthea has really… read more
22 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
A big thank you Joe for all the help you have given me. You came just at the right time. The goats are loving their new enclosure with the new rustic fence you have designed and the hot water tank and washing machine are now in full use.
I love the Indian chai and the rice you showed me how to make and make them regularly.
Wishing you all the… read more
I love the Indian chai and the rice you showed me how to make and make them regularly.
Wishing you all the… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host
It was wonderful sharing time with Anthea and loving children. Thank you for making me feel so much at home. It was a joy playing with Jack and Gemma in the trampoline. And a great satisfaction to complete a gardening project of transplanting beautiful plants. Learn so much with this beautiful family and forever grateful for taking me to amazing… read more
21 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alina)
It was really lovely having Alina to stay . She is a warm, kind hearted soul that is always ready to turn her hand at anything . She is an angel in disguise. :)
Warm regards Anthea
Warm regards Anthea
(Excellent
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20 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Amélie & Tabea) for host
We stayed for three weeks and a half at Antheas place.
On our first two days, Anthea explained a lot around the house and her animals, that we were supposed to take care of, while the family was going on vacation. We would've liked to have more communication beforehand, because we only knew from her profile that there would be some house-sitting.… read more
On our first two days, Anthea explained a lot around the house and her animals, that we were supposed to take care of, while the family was going on vacation. We would've liked to have more communication beforehand, because we only knew from her profile that there would be some house-sitting.… read more
17 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Amélie & Tabea)
I really enjoyed hosting Tabea and Amélie for a period of 3 weeks. They arrived a couple of days before the family went on holiday and were very quick to understand the tasks required of them whilst we were away. When I came back they continued to look after the animals and garden for me and were very willing to do more jobs on top which included… read more
(Very good)
29 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host
Staying at Anthea´s place was a really great experience, they are all very friendly and chilled people. We had so much fun with the kids, especially with Jack who went with us on most of the trips. He is so full of energy and it really never gets boring when Jack is around. We felt like a part of the family from the first day.
Anthea has really… read more
Anthea has really… read more
22 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)
A big thank you Joe for all the help you have given me. You came just at the right time. The goats are loving their new enclosure with the new rustic fence you have designed and the hot water tank and washing machine are now in full use.
I love the Indian chai and the rice you showed me how to make and make them regularly.
Wishing you all the… read more
I love the Indian chai and the rice you showed me how to make and make them regularly.
Wishing you all the… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host
It was wonderful sharing time with Anthea and loving children. Thank you for making me feel so much at home. It was a joy playing with Jack and Gemma in the trampoline. And a great satisfaction to complete a gardening project of transplanting beautiful plants. Learn so much with this beautiful family and forever grateful for taking me to amazing… read more
21 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alina)
It was really lovely having Alina to stay . She is a warm, kind hearted soul that is always ready to turn her hand at anything . She is an angel in disguise. :)
Warm regards Anthea
Warm regards Anthea
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (BarbyHnjoh)
It was excellent having Barbara here. She fitted into the family straight away and was a huge support to me by take on some of the jobs in order to let me study during the day.
A very capable , self motivated , lovely, funny young lady.
Wish you all the best in your future projects
A very capable , self motivated , lovely, funny young lady.
Wish you all the best in your future projects
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Niklas & Sandra)
A big thank you to Niklas and Sandra for all your help with looking after the dogs and the building / gardening.
You have helped tranform the property no end. :)
It was great having you both here, loads of laughs and help reaching tall things ;).
All the best to Sandra in your interviews and Niklas in your new project.
Happy playing… read more
You have helped tranform the property no end. :)
It was great having you both here, loads of laughs and help reaching tall things ;).
All the best to Sandra in your interviews and Niklas in your new project.
Happy playing… read more
(Excellent)
9 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Niklas & Sandra) for host
It was an excellent time with Anthea. She is a really nice, funny and warm-hearted person Who Works with you at the Same Level as Equal Partners.
Theres always something going on in the house and it never gets boring with the Kids.
But if you want you can still have a quite Moment for yourself and relax.
We wish you good Luck for your… read more
Theres always something going on in the house and it never gets boring with the Kids.
But if you want you can still have a quite Moment for yourself and relax.
We wish you good Luck for your… read more
30 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophia was a lovely girl that was willing to help with everything.
Great with kids and marture even to stand her ground and not be distracted when on of my three children ask her to come and play.
Thank you so much for all your help will my installation of the new kennels and cattery, putting in fence posts and most of all looking after… read more
Great with kids and marture even to stand her ground and not be distracted when on of my three children ask her to come and play.
Thank you so much for all your help will my installation of the new kennels and cattery, putting in fence posts and most of all looking after… read more
(Very good)
21 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ferran & Eva)
Thank you very much Ferran and Eva for all your hard work helping reclaiming back the waste land and putting in the new fence line. You still dreaming of brambles. ;) . The kids loved having you both here. Loads of laughter was had over the three weeks.
Good cooks and great fun. You guys where great!
Hopefully see you both again soon.… read more
Good cooks and great fun. You guys where great!
Hopefully see you both again soon.… read more
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ferran & Eva) for host
It has been a lovely experience with Anthea's family. We have enjoyed a lot through many different activities: from taking care of the different animals to settling fences, but also playing with her three wonderful sons. In addition, it was nice visiting with her the local places around Brittany. We appreciated having our own space and… read more
13 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Allen)
Thank you so much for all you help whilst you where here. Not just on the electrical side, but with looking after the kids a little bit from time to and giving advice on other works needing to be done in the hanger. It was lovely to have you around. Your a great cook and have a kind and gentle personality. All the best Anthea and the kids.
(Excellent)
12 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Allen) for host
I had a enjoyed the my two weeks stay with Anthea and family. They made me feel at home at once, On our great sunny Sunday we when out of a France dinner and hiking in a near by village of Huelgoat. Anthea is a great cook, and you won't be hungry! They live in a small farm with goats sheep dog and cats, there is not much to do there but I used… read more
23 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia)
It was super having you to stay. You where a valuable part of the team and there was laughter, whether it was hard at work or in the period of relaxation.
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jesús Manuel)
A huge thank you to Jesús for coming and spending the four weeks( originally planned two weeks) with my family. I certainly could not have got the building work done with your helping hand. The kids took to you and you become a very good friend to them. The time spent with you was one that will always stay in my memory and will remember all the… read more
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Jesús Manuel) for host
If I have to describe my experience for almost 4 weeks with Anthea and her children I would need an empty book to fill with all the things I've learnt working and all the time I've enjoyed with she and her children.
During my stay I've worked in many things in the holding, in the garden and in the house so there's always something to do what was… read more
During my stay I've worked in many things in the holding, in the garden and in the house so there's always something to do what was… read more
28 Feb 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Natard)
Thank you very much for the help you in November.
The new fence lines to the sheep's paddock is excellent. Holds strong even when the ram tries to butt it. The female sheep has produces to twins and the gate between the paddocks works well to separate them.
The new floor in the sheep's pen is a great bonus: nice dry feet and very easy to… read more
The new fence lines to the sheep's paddock is excellent. Holds strong even when the ram tries to butt it. The female sheep has produces to twins and the gate between the paddocks works well to separate them.
The new floor in the sheep's pen is a great bonus: nice dry feet and very easy to… read more
(Excellent)
31 Oct 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Gringoslocos)
Thanks you Johan and Lynn for house sitting, animal sitting and gardening.
Any job giving to you was done quickly and a high standard. All the animals where well looked after and are enjoying the pen you helped put the fence posts in. Everyone enjoyed the meals you repared for us too.
Good luck for the next places you visit and you will always… read more
Any job giving to you was done quickly and a high standard. All the animals where well looked after and are enjoying the pen you helped put the fence posts in. Everyone enjoyed the meals you repared for us too.
Good luck for the next places you visit and you will always… read more
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2012
Left by Workawayer (Gringoslocos) for host
We stayed at Antheas place for one week and helped her out with her animals and some gardening while she and the kids were away to britain. We had a great time and we could borrow bikes to go to the little village close by. We didn't have a lot of time together with the family but the time we had together was fun. With the kids always wanting to… read more
16 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam)
Adam stayed with us for two weeks and was great around the place. The kids took to him straight away, and there never a dull moment.
Thank you
Thank you
(Very good)
18 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host
I stayed with Anthea and family for two weeks in July 2012. It was exhausting at times, particularly with the kids being off school, but it was so rewarding. There was always something to do and I was lucky enough to see parts of Brittany on days out with the kids. It was a great way to learn some culture of that part of the world and I would LOVE… read more
16 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Elly & Bec)
Thank you very much for coming to stay with us. Both of you contributed greatly to any task that needed to be done with a smile, a show of willing hands and a laugh. You guys have really made that little bit of difference by helping me get those stairs up; the rest of the jobs converting the barn into living space are well underway.
So thank you… read more
So thank you… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (Elly & Bec) for host
From the moment we first met Anthea and her children, we were warmly welcomed as part of the family. There was never a dull moment in the week we stayed at their farm, helping with some construction work, attending to livestock and always laughing and playing with Anthea's 3 friendly energetic children!
Sorry for the delayed feedback but… read more
Sorry for the delayed feedback but… read more
