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Looking for help with the restoration of a converted olive mill in Provence, France

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    Description

    I am a British photojournalist and I have recently acquired a house which was once an olive mill in the heart of a medieval hill village in Provence. The house was lived in until recently, but needs quite a lot of work to make it more comfortable, and I am restoring it with the intention of creating a gallery and cultural centre. There is a small walled garden - but NO olive grove - and a terrace with views over the village, the surrounding country and the sea, which is just 6 kms away.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    There is plenty of opportunity to learn and speak French, English and/or Italian, and benefit from a cultural exchange about the arts, especially photography.

  • Help

    Help

    I am looking for help with work which includes some reconstruction work, taking off old rendering, painting and decorating, cleaning and treating terracotta floors, help with building a small kitchen, if you have any electrical and plumbing skills would be great.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Italian: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    A room in the house

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The mill is in the heart of the village, just a minute walk from bakery, shops, bars, main square. There is a stadium and pine woods at the top of the village and the sea is just 6 kms away. It is in the heart of the Bandol wine vineyards, so there is a wonderful atmosphere of local activities, from jazz concerts to wine-tasting, swimming to fishing. There is a very relaxed, Mediterranean atmosphere! I am not always resident here, but I come at different times of the year, usually for the summer and winter. It should be noted there is a big difference between the winter and summer atmosphere, there is no central heating, although there are open fires and electric fires, but it can be quite cold in the winter.

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      Limited internet access

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    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

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    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a narrow street in a small town, featuring a stone staircase and a woman in a white dress walking down the street.
The image depicts a stone staircase leading to a garden, featuring a tree, plants, and a stone wall, with a subtle watermark in the center.
The image depicts a garden with a stone wall, featuring a cactus, flowers, and a bush, with a shadowy tree branch in the foreground.
The image depicts a small town with a cluster of buildings featuring tiled roofs, set against a backdrop of trees and mountains.
The image depicts a bustling street scene, with a market set up on the right side and people strolling along the sidewalk.
The image depicts a small town with a clock tower, surrounded by mountains and trees, with a cloudy sky above. The town has a mix of white and brown buildings.
The image depicts a rooftop patio with a tiled roof, featuring potted plants and a view of the surrounding buildings and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene garden scene, featuring a stone wall, lush greenery, and a cactus, set against a backdrop of a weathered building.
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The image depicts a spacious room with a striking black and white checkered floor, featuring a fireplace, stone walls, and a large window, exuding a sense of elegance and sophistication.

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