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70 %
Last replied
6 Apr 2025
Reply rate
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Description
We are living in a house in 'Grand Paris' (30 minutes from the Eiffel Tower).
We share our time between Paris and Normandy. So, many opportunities to discover both.
Our house needs work ( gardening, decoration, maintenance...).
I am retired and love making things by myself. But I need your assistance to achieve it : 4 hands better than 2.
We also often babysit our 2 grand-daugthers which require lot of attention.
Family is fully vaccinated.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will participate our family life. We'll be cooking together and we hope you'll enjoy french way of cooking.
We will advice you about visiting Paris.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Possible tasks depending on your skills, time, ...
For us :
gardening, house maintenance and small construction
For a small non profit association I am president of :
WEB design, programming.
We will organize your time on the basis of one day work, one day off. We are very flexible.
We will provide return tickets to go and visit Paris.
Waiting for you.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
We offer a self contained room within the house : free WiFi internet connection.
On working days, we will share lunches and dinners.
On days off, you'll find goods out of the fridge. Paris is so expensive.
Breakfasts at home.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have ADSL connections in our different places. Repeaters to improve home coverage.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Host ref number: 474554235345
Feedback (22)
6 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (GABRIEL ) for host
I had a wonderful time with Thierry and Anne, and this review is a bit late, but I wanted to thank them specifically. Thierry and Anne are very friendly people. At first, I spent two weeks working on painting the bathroom, then I came back later to help them prepare the apartment for some repairs. I worked with Nicolas, and the work was very… read more
2 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Achraf) for host
My experience with Thierry and Anne was amazing! They were very welcoming, and I spent four unforgettable and enriching months with them. We accomplished many projects together, and I learned so much from Therry. Their family is kind and generous. Thank you so much for everything!
Achraf GOUIAA
Achraf GOUIAA
31 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Miguel) for host
I'd like to write this comment to thank Thierry for letting me to stay chez lui during the Paralympic Games and due to it to be able to be a voluntary in the Paralympic Village for one month.
He was very flexible with time. The days I was voluntary I could focus on the Games and we did the tasks in my free days. I stayed after the Games for one… read more
He was very flexible with time. The days I was voluntary I could focus on the Games and we did the tasks in my free days. I stayed after the Games for one… read more
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6 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (GABRIEL ) for host
I had a wonderful time with Thierry and Anne, and this review is a bit late, but I wanted to thank them specifically. Thierry and Anne are very friendly people. At first, I spent two weeks working on painting the bathroom, then I came back later to help them prepare the apartment for some repairs. I worked with Nicolas, and the work was very… read more
2 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Achraf) for host
My experience with Thierry and Anne was amazing! They were very welcoming, and I spent four unforgettable and enriching months with them. We accomplished many projects together, and I learned so much from Therry. Their family is kind and generous. Thank you so much for everything!
Achraf GOUIAA
Achraf GOUIAA
31 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Miguel) for host
I'd like to write this comment to thank Thierry for letting me to stay chez lui during the Paralympic Games and due to it to be able to be a voluntary in the Paralympic Village for one month.
He was very flexible with time. The days I was voluntary I could focus on the Games and we did the tasks in my free days. I stayed after the Games for one… read more
He was very flexible with time. The days I was voluntary I could focus on the Games and we did the tasks in my free days. I stayed after the Games for one… read more
28 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Davide)
Nous avons passé 2 semaines avec Davide. Le séjour a été agréable.
Davide a fourni le travail demandé avec une très bonne volonté.
Davide a fourni le travail demandé avec une très bonne volonté.
(Excellent)
28 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Davide) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Thierry's family, one in Cabourg and one in Paris, having free time for myself, it was a fantastic experience, I met his family and tried their French cuisine. we worked together exchanging ideas and solving problems during our works. I definitely recommend this host
4 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kevin) for host
I spent a week with Thierry and his family. He is a great host and a nice person, who will tell you everything you need to know about life in and around Paris. The work times were relatively flexible and Thierry was really patient, even when I misunderstood the assignment at certain times! Would definitely recommend :)
7 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Daniel) for host
C'était une super bonne expérience ! J'ai trop appris de la culture et des habitudes. Le travail acharné a été très gratifiant, ça fait du bien de l'avoir fait.
C'est une famille très accueillante et ils m'ont donné beaucoup d'espace et de liberté pour découvrir Paris.
Je vous suis très reconnaissante de votre hospitalité et je suis fière d'y… read more
C'est une famille très accueillante et ils m'ont donné beaucoup d'espace et de liberté pour découvrir Paris.
Je vous suis très reconnaissante de votre hospitalité et je suis fière d'y… read more
25 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Thaynara) for host
I spent around 20 days at Thierry's place. The job was easy-going and I had plenty of opportunities to explore Paris! I wish sometimes communication was more clear towards the expectations, so I could better arrange my time. They were also very helpful as I needed some guidance in getting a phone number: they would help me call the phone company… read more
12 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maximilian Peter) for host
I spent over two weeks with Thierry and his family. I had the opportunity to see Paris and the Normandy because Thierry always organised the work the way I still have enough free time do discover the place. I had a great time in Chaville and many interesting conversations with Thierry.
Thank you for the incredible time :)
Thank you for the incredible time :)
17 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Manuela ) for host
Info notice: Exchange was cancelled at last minute
26 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jeremy) for host
I was the first workawayer for Thierry after corona started. Corona made alot of things difficult but never possible. I decided to stay for 2 weeks at Thierry and his lovely family. After arrival I spended the first week in Normandy! A lovely quiet place. Perfect for the summer.The weather was nice but not really swimming weather since it was… read more
13 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Paolo) for host
I was hosted for 20 days by Thierry and Ann for my first workaway experience, it was very beautiful. Thierry and his family are so kind and they are very welcoming hosts. My staying was super relaxing, comfortable and I've enjoyed spend time with Thierry and Ann. The work with Thierry wasn't stressful and was very flexible, I've done some SEO,… read more
2 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Friederike) for host
I stayed with Thierry and Anne for about two weeks. They were my rescuers when I tried to find a last minute host close to Paris. They welcomed me into their home even though they normally just have one workawayer staying with them and someone was already there. I'm very grateful for that! I enjoyed great French food and got to know some new… read more
13 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Matteo) for host
This was my second workaday experience, and in this occasion I spent 20 days between Paris and Cabourg with Alberge family.
My stay was particular because we arranged to do one week of work in Normandie in exchange of one other full free week in Paris afterwards.
Even if the work was hard (painting a house) and I had no past experience of it, I… read more
My stay was particular because we arranged to do one week of work in Normandie in exchange of one other full free week in Paris afterwards.
Even if the work was hard (painting a house) and I had no past experience of it, I… read more
16 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
Thierry and his family are great! I really really enjoyed the opportunity to join them in Paris and Cabourg and I had delicious food, great evenings in the garden and a lot of baguette, which I already miss a lot. Thanks a lot for your welcoming hospitality and the unique way I was welcomed! All the best to you and your family!
24 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Mario Alberto)
Mario est très agréable, souriant et a un grand sens de l'humour.
Il nous a bien aidé à l'organisation d'une grande fête familiale et nous a fait une excellente paella géante !
Super Mario, super merci !
Il nous a bien aidé à l'organisation d'une grande fête familiale et nous a fait une excellente paella géante !
Super Mario, super merci !
(Excellent)
26 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Marina)
Thanks to Marina for her help in our project. She always does her best kindly. Very flexible on work organisation.
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Marina) for host
Hello, Thierry and Anna and all your family, thank you very much for your hospitality and care of us! Thierry was very kind when my plans were changing and I needed the place to stay earlier then we have spoken before. He invited me and I was rrally enjoyed the tame to stay in Paris in this house. In the beginning we was working hard, but later he… read more
28 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Leonardo)
We had very great time exchanging about Kenia, Italy and France too.
Leonardo is so kind and very helpful.
Thanks Leonardo !
Leonardo is so kind and very helpful.
Thanks Leonardo !
(Excellent)
25 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Leonardo) for host
As my first workaway experience I could not have asked for a better host! Thierry and his family were very welcoming and I got to practice my french considerably! I got to visit Cabourg where I learnt plenty of DIY tricks and skills while helping Thierry with his house renovation and gardening. Got to try different types of french cheeses and… read more
21 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Juan Pablo) for host
Most adorable family I've ever met, period.
Thierry and his family made me feel in home and I ate delicious french food with them.
I had great conversations with Thierry about history, economy, politics, and many things! he is very VERY intelectual and kind.
I loved my stay with Alberge family ! part of my heart is with this family.
Thierry and his family made me feel in home and I ate delicious french food with them.
I had great conversations with Thierry about history, economy, politics, and many things! he is very VERY intelectual and kind.
I loved my stay with Alberge family ! part of my heart is with this family.
3 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (T-La) for host
I stayed three weeks with Thierry and his family in both Chaville (which is halfway between Paris & Versailles) & Cabourg (in Normandy). They are extremely relaxed hosts that offer simple & flexible jobs and hours. The meals they provided were delicious and I've definitely gotten to know french cheese very well (no complaints about that haha).… read more
5 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Miren) for host
I was hosted by Thierry and his wonderful family for 2 weeks. I had the opportunnity to share fun moments and really (really) good French meals!
I also could experience life and beaches in Normandy and the wonderful city of Paris while staying with them in Chaville, in exchange to some hours of easy work and very flexible schedule. Very friendly… read more
I also could experience life and beaches in Normandy and the wonderful city of Paris while staying with them in Chaville, in exchange to some hours of easy work and very flexible schedule. Very friendly… read more
27 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sasa)
Sasa has stayed with our family for 3 weeks.
He was very positive and helpful.
He was very careful about our habbits. Despite he is a smoker, he was very carefull and always smoked outside.
It was very intersting to discuss with him about Bosnia and Serbia.
Reminding us how easy our life here in UE and how difficult it is to travel when you… read more
He was very positive and helpful.
He was very careful about our habbits. Despite he is a smoker, he was very carefull and always smoked outside.
It was very intersting to discuss with him about Bosnia and Serbia.
Reminding us how easy our life here in UE and how difficult it is to travel when you… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sasa) for host
Great experience! There is a lot of positive things related to this host, but I will try to be shorter as I can. Very easygoing, communicative and friendly host! I spent three amazing weeks with Alberge family. I volunteered in Chaville, Cabourg and for a short time in Savigny. Chaville is small place halfway between Paris and Versailles. You… read more
9 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Cheyenne) for host
Thierry was an awesome host, and so was the whole Alberge family! I felt cared for and in the presence of friends the moment I entered their beautiful home. I ate better than I think I've ever eaten living in charming and accessible Chaville. Going to Paris and Versailles was easy and super fun! The Alberge's were very helpful with any and all… read more
18 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kayley)
Thanks to Kayley.
It was a very good experience.
Living in a family is challenge : how to take part without being intrusive.
Kayley's got the right recipe.
At work : flexible, likes to learn, proactive.
Thans again !
It was a very good experience.
Living in a family is challenge : how to take part without being intrusive.
Kayley's got the right recipe.
At work : flexible, likes to learn, proactive.
Thans again !
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Kayley) for host
I came to work for Thierry at very short notice and he was very kind in allowing me to come when I needed to. The work was reasonable and I enjoyed learning new tricks from Thierry who was happy to let me try new things within reason. He is direct in his instructions but knows how to have a good laugh. I really got a feel for French food and I now… read more
