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Help us create our cozy sanctuary near Dammarie-sur-Loing, France

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello! We are Matthieu (French guy) and Danielle (American lady), two city rats turned country mice, embarking on a new adventure on our small farm. With a love for nature and a desire to live more sustainably, we left the hustle and bustle of city life and are now embracing the joys and challenges of country living. Truth be told, we’re learning as we go and could use a bit of guidance along the way!

    Our little farm is a work in progress with a variety of ongoing projects. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic individuals to join us and lend a hand. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or simply passionate about rural life, we would love to have you here.

    In exchange for your help, we provide comfortable accommodation and simple vegetarian meals. You are welcome to buy meat and cook it in our home. You'll have the opportunity to experience the tranquility of farm life, learn new skills, and become part of our family. Our farm is located about two hours south of Paris by car and one hour by train. We are happy to pick you up from the station. Additionally, we have bikes available for you to use, so you can explore the beautiful surrounding area.

    If you're looking for a peaceful experience and want to help out on a small farm, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in our journey of turning our little patch of land into a thriving, sustainable farm.

    Looking forward to welcoming you!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We believe in the spirit of cultural exchange and are excited to share our lifestyle and learn from our guests. You'll have the chance to immerse yourself in our daily routines, explore new skills, and contribute to meaningful projects. We look forward to engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and creating memories together. If you’re interested in improving your French, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to converse with Matt. We also love sharing and teaching about French culture, from the joy of enjoying cheese and bread to the art of drinking wine. Staying with us, you’ll get an authentic taste of the French way of life.

  • Help

    Help

    What We Need Help With:

    DIY and Collaborative Projects: Join us in various collaborative DIY projects such as reviving an existing chicken coop, helping us start a pond, and undertaking other improvement tasks around the property. We'll work together, sharing skills and ideas, learning from each other, and turning these projects into enjoyable and educational experiences for everyone involved.

    Gardening: We are passionate about expanding our garden and would love help with planting, weeding, and harvesting. We welcome your advice on gardening techniques to make our garden thrive!

    Animal Care: Our growing family of animals needs daily care, and we would appreciate your help and expertise in animal husbandry. This will be a great opportunity to share knowledge and learn from each other's experiences.

    Indoor Projects: We have several indoor projects like painting, plastering, and tile work that we will be working on together. These activities are aimed at transforming our living spaces while exchanging skills and ideas in a fun and interactive way.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We provide comfortable accommodation in a charming little guest house that includes a kitchen, sink, and toilet. However, please note that there is no shower in the guest house yet, so you'll need to share the shower facilities in the main house.

  • 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

    We have WiFi in both houses.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have room for motorhomes or campers, but no water waste removal resources.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

Host ref number: 387797483526

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