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Two people are working outdoors, sanding wood on saw horses atop a blue tarp. They are surrounded by lush greenery, flowers, and banana trees, smiling happily.
Two people are smiling and working outdoors, restoring a wooden shutter. They use power tools and scrapers, surrounded by greenery, enjoying a sunny, productive day together.
Two people wearing masks and gloves are outdoors painting a white louvered door. They are focused, surrounded by greenery, and have bicycles in the background.
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Discover a cultural seaside town with a local family in Douarnenez, France

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    I'am Frederique, I'm 55 and I live in a wonderful place called Douarnenez.
    It's in Brittany, in the west of France. It's a very lively city on the sea side. There are regular concerts, at any time of the week, exhibitions, two movies theartres and of course several beaches !

    I have two daughters, Louise and Zoé, 20 and 23 years old. Louise met wonderful people in Australia and New Zealand thanks to Workaway and I found it great ! Now I would like to allow people to discover the place where I live and at the same time get some help.
    I live in a nice old house with 3 bedrooms and I did a lot of work on it. Now there are lots of little things to do to make it perfect. So I need help with painting, hanging shelves, pictures and also taking care of the garden because I left it abandoned (it's a small garden).
    I work at home (I'm a tour manager) and I have free time, so we can do the work together.
    This year I'll need help in Spring time from April to June and maybe in August.

    I see collaboration between volunteers and hosts as a real exchange. No one is at the service of the other. Meals are important moments to share but also to prepare together (I don’t want to be the only one cooking for everyone). The lunch preparation time is part of the working time of the day and can be done in turn and the preparation of dinner can be done all together or each in turn.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Videography
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Self development
    Politics / Social justice
    Movies & TV
    Events & social
    Culture
    Music
    Cooking & food
    Gardening
    Languages
    Photography
    Yoga / Wellness
    Fitness
    Dancing
    Beach
    Hiking
    Cycling
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Douarnenez has a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous festivals. I know the organizers and can put you in touch if you'd like to volunteer.

    Brittany is a very culturally rich region. There is a language inherited from Gaelic. I speak it and can teach you the basics of this language.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    I need help sanding and painting walls and doors.
    Hanging shelves and curtain rods.
    I'm not very skilled and lack confidence, so I'm looking for people who are used to doing these small task.
    I just finished some major work on the house and now I have to clean it from top to bottom.
    Gardening: weeding, planting.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Breton: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    I can teach you the basics of French and also Breton (the language of Brittany)

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    My house has three bedrooms.
    One of them is for me, and I keep one for one of my daughters when she visits. That leaves a large bedroom with two double beds. If none of my daughters are coming, it's possible to use the second bedroom.
    If I have guests coming and no room is free, we can set up a tent in the garden with a comfortable mattress. But that will be a one-off.
    For meals I find it interesting that we share the chores and everyone cooks. It's a great way to share favorite recipes.
    I eat very little meat and would be delighted to welcome vegetarians; it will allow me to discover new recipes!
    I favor organic food and I buy my food at the market (there are several during the week, and we have many vegetable growers).

    I earn very little money, I buy the necessary food but if you have special requests I prefer that you buy them yourself.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    I live a 30-minute walk from the town center and it's only 10-minute bike ride. I can lend you a bike and occasionally my car, if I can guarantee you're a good driver.
    In Douarnenez, we love spending evenings in the bars and restaurants along the port. I can take you with me so you can meet people.
    I play tuba in a marching band. If you play a musical instrument, I can put you in touch with other musicians.

    Smoking is not permitted in the house, especially not in the bedrooms, but it is possible to do so on the terrace.

  • 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

    I don't have a closed office to work in. I work myself at the dining table... but if you need to work on your computer we could manage it.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a picturesque coastal town with a row of buildings and a body of water, featuring a prominent boat or ship in the foreground, surrounded by a natural landscape.
The image depicts two women posing for a selfie in front of a majestic mountain range and a serene body of water on a sunny day.
Two people are working outdoors, sanding wood on saw horses atop a blue tarp. They are surrounded by lush greenery, flowers, and banana trees, smiling happily.
Two people are smiling and working outdoors, restoring a wooden shutter. They use power tools and scrapers, surrounded by greenery, enjoying a sunny, productive day together.
Two people wearing masks and gloves are outdoors painting a white louvered door. They are focused, surrounded by greenery, and have bicycles in the background.
A woman is making crepes in a cozy kitchen. Steam rises from the hot griddle. Finished crepes are stacked on a towel beside her, creating a homey atmosphere.
The image depicts a serene backyard scene with lush greenery, a small white table and chairs, and a wooden fence adorned with a heart-shaped decoration, set against a bright sky.
The image depicts a serene scene of a small wooden bridge spanning a narrow stream, surrounded by lush greenery and a vibrant pink house in the background.
The image depicts a two-story house with a salmon-colored facade, featuring four windows, a door, and a streetlight in front, set against an overcast sky.
The image depicts a serene garden scene with banana trees, raised beds, and a stone pathway, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.
The image is a black-and-white photograph of a woman with glasses and a leopard-print coat, standing in front of a building with a sign that reads \"NESS BANK\".

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