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Have a taste of a rich French culture and explore the surroundings of Gigean, France

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    As a self-taught (but enthusiastic) DIY enthusiast, I would like to share my knowledge of lime techniques and color theory (an area in which I am quite proficient) with individuals who would like to assist me with small projects. Location: a charming old house in a small town in the Hérault region, 15 minutes from the coast, between Sète and Montpellier. There is a small garden and a micro-pool where you can enjoy a good swim when the weather is nice. You will be made to feel welcome, I will show you how to enjoy the region and teach you what I know that may be of interest to you. In return, you will help maintain the property and free up some of my time for my research work.



    Bricoleuse autodidacte (mais enthousiaste), je souhaite échanger les techniques de la chaux et ce que j'ai compris de la couleur (et là je suis vraiment en pointe) avec des personnes qui m'accompagneront dans des petits chantiers. Cadre : une maison vielle et accueillante dans une petite ville de l'Hérault, à 15 minutes du littoral, entre Sète et Montpellier. Il y a un petit jardin et une micro-piscine ou on peut faire des maxi-nages lorsqu'il fait beau. Vous serez bien accueillis, je vous indiquerai comment profiter de la région et vous enseignerai ce que je sais qui pourra vous intéresser. Vous, vous participerez à l'entretien de ce lieu et m'aiderez à dégager du temps pour mon métier de chercheur.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Curious to discover you and ready to give you a taste of French culture. I'll guide you around the rich region where the house is located, and gladly share what I know about color with you.

    Curieuse de vous découvrir et prête à vous donner des repères dans la culture française. Je vous guiderai pour découvrir la riche région où est située la maison et vous communiquerai volontiers ce que je sais dans le domaine de la couleur.

  • Help

    Help

    Essentially applying lime wash or traditional paints to old walls or wood (door frames). I will be with you to teach you the formulations and application methods. Also: wooden ceilings and shutters to be repainted with commercially available paints. Some small DIY tasks.

    Essentiellement appliquer des badigeons de chaux ou des peintures traditionnelles sur des murs anciens ou du bois (encadrements de porte ). Je serai avec vous pour vous enseigner les formulations et les méthodes d'application. Egalement :
    des plafonds et volets de bois à repeindre avec peintures achetées dans le commerce . Quelques petits travaux de bricolages.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Intermediate
    Spanish: Intermediate
    Italian: 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

    A quiet, separate bedroom with a double bed, toilet, and shower. An additional bedroom with a double bed is available on the family floor for non-couples. Access to the garden with outdoor kitchen and small swimming pool in season, access to the family kitchen.
    Three simple meals (home cooking) per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner).

    Une chambre indépendante calme avec lit 2 personnes, WC et douche. Possibilité d'une chambre supplémentaire à l'étage familial avec lit 2 personnes si non couple. Accès jardin avec cuisine extérieure et petite piscine en saison, accès cuisine familiale.
    3 repas simples (cuisine familiale) par jour (petit déjeuner, déjeuner, diner).

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You can easily get to the beach if you have a car or take the bus. There are bike paths all around the city and buses to Sète (10 km) and Montpellier (17 km), which are interesting and pleasant cities. There are many tourist attractions, walks, museums, caves, and archaeological sites in the surrounding area. I am sometimes away on business, so we will need to agree on specific dates for your stay. The period during which I would like to carry out the tasks is the week of October 20-25.

    Vous pourrez aller à la plage facilement si vous avez une voiture ou en bus. Pistes cyclables tout autour de la ville et bus pour Sète à 10 km et Montpellier (17 km), des villes intéressantes et agréables. Nombreux sites touristiques, balades, musées, grottes, sites archéologiques dans les environs. Je suis parfois en déplacements : nous devrons convenir de dates précises pour votre accueil. La période durant laquelle je souhaite réaliser les chantiers est la semaine du 20-25 octobre

  • 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

    Digital nomads welcome! You'll have your own space in which to work. Nomades numériques bienvenus ! Vous aurez un espace adapté pour travailler.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a serene backyard oasis, featuring a small pool, wooden deck, and lush greenery, evoking a sense of relaxation and tranquility.
The image depicts a cozy room with a wicker chair, a small table, and a window offering a view of a backyard with a pool and deck.
The image depicts a two-story house with a salmon-colored exterior, white trim, and a tiled roof, featuring a white door and windows with balconies.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with a large window, featuring a bed, a desk, and a stone wall outside, bathed in natural light.

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