Join our family in the picturesque village of Sauveterre de Béarn, France

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  Description

  Hello!
  
  We’re Michaela and Dimitri, a friendly Franco-British couple with three young children, now four years into the adventure of restoring a 500-year-old priory in Osserain—a peaceful, picturesque village in the Béarn region, right on the edge of Basque Country.
  
  Right now, we are actively looking for:
  - Motivated, hands-on helpers who enjoy learning new things as well as sharing their own sharing their own skills, stories, and experiences
  - Experience in DIY is a plus—but most of all, we value a good attitude and a strong ethic!
  
  You’ll help about 4–5 hours a day, 5 days a week, with plenty of time off to explore and relax. In exchange, we offer:
  ✅ Free accommodation in a cozy 2-bedroom mobile home
  ✅ A weekly food stipend
  ✅ A 50% discount at our café/bar in Sauveterre-de-Béarn
  
  🌍 Language Exchange & Social Life
  We speak English, French, and a little Spanish, and are happy to help you practice! There’s also a weekly language exchange in the village, which is a great place to meet new people. We’re also happy to give tips on what to see and do in the area—such hidden swim spots and scenic hikes.
  
  🌿 About the Place & Region:
  Our project is set in a peaceful rural area with incredible nature all around:
  - Rivers for swimming and paddle boarding.
  - Hikes and walks starting right from the house
  - Just 1 hour from both the Atlantic coast and the Pyrenees mountains
  - Nearby villages, like Sauveterre-de-Béarn, where we also run a beach bar.
  
  💬 Ready to Join Us?
  If you’re curious, enthusiastic, and ready to get your hands dirty with us, we’d love to hear from you!
  
  See you soon in the Béarn!
  
  Michaela, Dimitri & the kids

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  DIY and building projects
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  Interests

  

  Art & design

  

  Books

  

  Languages

  

  Adventure sports

  

  History

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Photography

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Carpentry

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Winter sports

  

  Mountain

  

  Beach

  

  Water sports

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  Staying with us offers a chance to immerse yourselves in the local culture. Whether it's through participating in daily activities, exploring the local history or taking part in local events. The region is vibrant in the summer with frequent festivals: la fête de la Blonde, Les Médiévales, la Fête des Sottises, La fête du Sel, …
  
  We speak a mix of French and English. So for those eager to develop their language skills we provide a supportive environment to practice, and we are always willing to learn from you too!

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Help

  - In exchange for your help , we offer free accommodation and a monthly stipend of €200 per person for food.
  - Expect to help out approximately 4 to 5 hours a day, 5 days a week.

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent
  Spanish: Beginner

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  Accommodation

  Two bedroom mobile home.
  Monthly stipend for food.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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