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1 Jun 2023
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Hi, we are a retired English couple, living in Dordogne. My husband is a musician and I was a primary school teacher. We swapped our busy city life for a rural, more peaceful way of life here. We live in a beautiful 300 year old property, with loads of history. It is part of the Pilgrims Way, which goes all the way to Spain. It has been a safe place for refugees from both world wars, and recently a safe haven for a Ukranian family!
We are a very adventurous couple, travelling round South America, where we did a house swap! Exploring Mexico and Cuba by bus, and SE Asia using a variety of public transport! And of course travelling around Europe.
We love meeting new people and dipping into different cultures, especially trying different foods.
The property is very large, with outbuildings as well as small cottages. It has a beautiful courtyard and large gardens with an orchard. It over looks rolling landscapes.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are English, and speak some French. We can help you experience some of the French way of life. There are many beautiful places to discover in this region, with historical towns such as Angouleme, Brantome the Venice of Dordogne and Aubeterre, with its monolithic church. We have a bustling market on Fridays in Riberac. there also many vide greniers, a big one is in our local village of Verteillac
There are outdoor activities such as canoeing, rock climbing, cycling and walking (we can provide bikes) and archery!
In the summer months, there are many outdoor food fetes, music nights, and night markets. And fireworks!
It will be fun!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for anyone who is not afraid of physical work, who is enthusiastic and enjoys working outdoors, learning new skills and enjoys the challenges of working on old properties.
Our projects for now are repairing a barn roof. Creating a walled garden, some soft landscaping and eradicating brambles. Some DIY and painting around the property.
It would be a good idea to bring suitable work clothes with you ,such as boots and gloves
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
Accommodation will be in our small cottage, with all amenities, including kitchen if required.
We can provide space for a campervan.
Meals will be shared, we can cater for both meat and vegetarians.
The property is non-smoking, however you could smoke outside in the garden area
What else ...
We need to point out that we are rural and there is no public transport here. you can travel by train to either Angouleme or Perigueux, where we can collect you. You would be welcome to join us on any trips out. We would help you to experience as much of our area as possible. You will love it here!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
