A small, scruffy dog with pointy ears and a wiry grayish coat lies comfortably on a circular rug, gazing curiously at the camera indoors.
This cozy bedroom features a double bed with a green duvet and two gray pillows, positioned against a maroon accent wall. Small decor accents personalize the space.
This image shows a cozy wooden patio with a roof, outdoor dining table, six chairs, dartboard on the wall, garden plants, and tomato plants growing nearby.
A charming country house with a tiled roof stands amidst lush greenery and blooming flowers, under a partly cloudy sky, surrounded by fields and distant trees.
A fluffy tabby cat is curled up and peacefully sleeping on a grey couch, resting its head on patterned pillows, exuding comfort and tranquility in the home.
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Come to look after our affectionate dog and cat near Saint Astier, France

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  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    We live in the Dordogne region in France, one of the most beautiful parts of the world! Our dog Taiko is 4 years old and our cat Pouka is 5yo. They are both affectionate and love caresses. We are located in the village on a fairly large, fenced-in block. The village has a good restaurant (2 mins walk) and shops and other businesses are about 5kms away. We are 30 mins from Bergerac and Perigueux and the closest train station is a 40 minute walk.

    We’ll gladly leave you some basics in terms of food, condiments etc.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Animal Care
    House sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Charity work
    Pets
    History
    Music
    Cooking & food
    Languages
    Yoga / Wellness
    Animals
    Nature
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    There are markets about 5 kms away every Tuesday and Saturday morning, with one of the best markets in the area 12km away (on a Thursday). In summer, there are many village festivals in the area, canoeing (5kms), and « Voie Verte » cycling and walking path along the River Isle. There are also many walking trails as our village is on the Camino/Chemin de Compostelle path.

    A local association based in the village has activities throughout the year, from escape games in a nearby chateau to pizza and board game nights, film events, as well as a distribution point for local producers and a co-working space. Also a French-English coffee morning in the local library once a month.

  • Help

    Help

    Taiko needs a walk everyday - there are woods just behind us including many great hiking trails. In summer, some watering of the garden would be needed. The cat is fairly independent but does love cuddles too!

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Small 3 bedroom house with outside terrace.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    As we are located in the village, please be conscious of our neighbours 🙏

  • 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

    Wifi access

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Parking next door in a communal parking

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Pouka

Host ref number: 413759194114

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This cozy bedroom features a double bed with a green duvet and two gray pillows, positioned against a maroon accent wall. Small decor accents personalize the space.
This image shows a cozy wooden patio with a roof, outdoor dining table, six chairs, dartboard on the wall, garden plants, and tomato plants growing nearby.
A charming country house with a tiled roof stands amidst lush greenery and blooming flowers, under a partly cloudy sky, surrounded by fields and distant trees.
A fluffy tabby cat is curled up and peacefully sleeping on a grey couch, resting its head on patterned pillows, exuding comfort and tranquility in the home.
A small, scruffy dog with pointy ears and a wiry grayish coat lies comfortably on a circular rug, gazing curiously at the camera indoors.

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