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Experience authentic countryside life in Les Landes, France

France
Last activity : 30 Jul 2026

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Hi I'm Catriona & live in Les Landes an hour south of Bordeaux airport with my dogs Louis—a 15yr old Cocker Mini Pincher mix & RBGLC—aka Ruthie a 5 year old 'supposed' Blue Heeler but she’s a Heinz 23!!

We live in a nice modern house on the edge of a forest in a small village with a pool.

I would love have someone come help me get my house organized in the French countryside. ideally for a week or two. I’m setting lots of plants and garden boxes too. I could also use help with dog handling, etc.

>>> It's a cultural exchange so not suitable for digital nomads. <<<

The house is not suitable for families, children, your own pets, smokers & or 420 friendly.

If you have any questions... just ask.
Types of help and learning opportunities

Light gardening

Animal Care

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Help around the house

Light maintenance

House & pet sitting
Interests

Sustainability

Van life

Pets

Fashion or beauty

Culture

Events & social

Farming

Charity work

Art & design

Animals

Water sports

Yoga / Wellness

Winter sports

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

I'm from Ireland & speak fluent English & French, decent Spanish. Just arrived back in France in Oct and slowly unpacking and organizing rooms.

I’m discovering Les Landes and Bordeaux so happy to show workawayer around too.

Happy to do train or airport pick up abd drop off.
Help

Some of my tasks include...

Garden
- Unpacking boxes & organizing rooms
- Cleaning
- Day-to-day house help
- Help with meals... happy to cook but always interested to see what you can cook.
Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Swedish: Beginner

This host offers a language exchange
I'm from Ireland but happy to chat in English, French, & Spanish
Accommodation

House with one bedrooms available with one queen bed.
What else ...

Les Landes in Nouvelle Aquitaine is a great area to visit. Stunning beaches, fantastic forests and country lifestyle.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?

One
My animals / pets

Ruthie

Louis

Host ref number: 399945115927

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2 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host

I loved staying with Catriona. She is really social and fun. There's aöways something going on. She took me around some beautyfull places and we had some very delicious meals (like a duck;)). Through and with her i also got to meet lovely people.

It was a great 10 days with you, i really enjoyed it, thank you so much having me!

(Excellent )

30 Aug 2024

Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host

My experience with Catriona was incredible. I can never thank her enough for giving me the opportunity to discover New England and particularly Newport, a small town that I knew absolutely nothing about and which I loved. I really enjoyed spending time and talking with Catriona. He had interesting discussions about our both lives and I enjoyed … read more

(Excellent )

18 May 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Anne Margarethe & Max Hannes)

It was an absolute pleasure to host Anne & Max. We had a short time together but it was sweet. We laughed so hard and had great conversations about politics and life the universe and everything. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great cultural experience combined with some hard graft. :)

(Excellent )

4 Dec 2022

Left by Workawayer (Anne Margarethe & Max Hannes) for host

In September, we spent a week at Catriona's beautiful place. We had lots of laughs and she showed us some of the best places in Providence. We really enjoyed cooking with her, doing some work in and around the house, going surfing in the Atlantic as well as visiting a Pub Quiz together. Also had a great time walking the two dogs (super cute!). … read more

(Excellent )

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Cultural exchange:
(5.0)

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(5.0)

2 Sep 2024

Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host

(Excellent)

30 Aug 2024

Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host

(Excellent)

18 May 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Anne Margarethe & Max Hannes)

(Excellent)

4 Dec 2022

Left by Workawayer (Anne Margarethe & Max Hannes) for host

(Excellent)

18 May 2023

Left by host for Workawayer (Eliot)

Eliot was a breath of fresh air. We did lots of fun projects and he was a pleasure to host. Despite the age difference we had such a fun time either while working, driving in the car when he was DJ to eating meals. It was one of the best cultural exchanges I had and we are still in touch. He epitomizes what a cultural exchange should be... hard … read more

(Excellent)

8 Dec 2022

Left by Workawayer (Eliot) for host

I probably spent the best month of my life with Catriona, I stayed in July 2022 and I have never lived such a beautiful experience. I stayed in July 2022 and I have never had such a great experience. First of all, the setting and the environment, Newport is a seaside resort that I really liked, but also the person, Catriona is a person full of … read more

(Excellent)

7 Nov 2022

Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host

What a great way to start the workaway experience! Catriona was kind, accommodating to my several changes of plans, and very interesting to talk to. She has a great amount of travel experience to share. She made me feel at home from the first day. The work was just what I expected with just the right challenges for my skills. From the unique … read more

(Excellent)

30 Sep 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Simone & Annalisa)

It was a pleasure to host Simo & Anna. I was so sorry to see them go. They were so diligent and helpful around the house. Amazing range of skills and what they hadn't done before they embraced as a learning experience. We had a lovely time working hard and making the most of their time off... from beaches to sunset drinks to Waterfire in … read more

(Excellent)

30 Sep 2022

Left by Workawayer (Simone & Annalisa) for host

We have been with Catriona for around three weeks. This was our first experience as workawayers and it couldn't have been better!
She is respectful and kind. She knows how to treat workawayers and how to be a host. Accommodation was good, living there is like to live at home!
Nice to meet you Catriona, greetings from Italian guys hope to see you … read more

(Excellent)

6 Jun 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)

Charlotte was a pleasure to host. We got a lot done & the week flew by. I wish she had been here longer & she is always welcome back. Great can do attitude & fun to be around.

(Excellent)

1 Jun 2022

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host

I stayed with Catriona for only a week but we fit alot in! Catriona was an excellent tour guide and we went to some amazing restaurants aswell as a polo game, visiting her friends and getting our hair done! Newport is a pretty city with lots to do (I didn't manage to fit it all in a week). She showed me around the island of Newport whilst we also … read more

(Excellent)

30 Apr 2022

Left by Workawayer (OliviaMK) for host

I watched Catriona's two adorable dogs for a week in early April, and it was an excellent experience for my first Workaway! Catriona's house is perfectly situated between the Newport Cliffwak and the downtown area, right in walking distance of the famous Gilded Age mansions and some of Newport's best beaches. Additionally, Catriona has a … read more

(Excellent)

29 Apr 2022

Left by host for Workawayer (OliviaMK)

Olivia stepped in last minute to help me look after my dogs while I was away at a wedding in another country. We had a lovely afternoon & dinner experience before I left and I would happily recommend her to anyone.

(Excellent)

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Experience authentic countryside life in Les Landes, France

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