Two men stand close together, smiling in the sunshine on a sandy beach. One wears a dark shirt, the other a striped shirt and tan cap.
The image depicts a three-story stone building with a gray roof, featuring numerous windows and a central entrance, situated in a rural setting on a sunny day.
A modern living-dining room with bright natural light, brown furnishings, colorful wall art, round lamps, large windows, orange curtains, and a scenic green outdoor view.
A peaceful rural scene features goats near a small wooden shed, a sheep and a goose grazing, trimmed bushes, a fountain, and a pathway with trees surrounding.
Spacious living room with large sectional sofa, wooden tables, armchairs, red couch, bookshelves, and wide windows. Neutral colors, cozy atmosphere, open layout, and bright natural light.
A white goat with horns and a brown baby goat stand on grass in front of a rustic wooden shed with a window, creating a peaceful farm scene.
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This modern bathroom features marble tile flooring, a large window, double sinks, a long mirror, a spacious shower, a toilet, and minimalistic decor with teal accents.
This modern open-plan kitchen and living area features white cabinets, marble countertops, a colorful painting, large windows with orange curtains, and views of greenery outside.
The image depicts a serene grassy area with a winding path, featuring several RVs and cars parked among trees, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting on a wooden deck, featuring a white wicker furniture set and a picturesque view of trees and a blue sky with wispy clouds.
A man stands in a garden, surrounded by trees and shrubs, holding a shovel and wearing gloves, with a bucket nearby, on a sunny day.
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Help me with collaborative home projects and discover the heart of Brittany, France

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If you are not an EU Citizen and planning to visit France to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    ****We are looking for someone to help July onwards

    Possibility to house sit in May / June, helping with gardening, looking after the animals, relaxing, and DIY.

    We now have 4 goats, 2 sheep and geese.

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    Hello :)

    We are Chris (33) and Renzo (27).

    I, Chris, bought this old hotel in the heart of Brittany, France back in 2020 as a drastic lifestyle change from the working professional workaholic I was in England.

    I went on to reduce the number of bedrooms from 24 to 7 beautiful suites, converting this huge building into our dream home, creating an open plan, modern and spacious feel. It really is a blank canvas that we are so excited to continue bringing to life.

    For the past few years I’ve been spending 6-7 months a year here and travelling, however now myself and my partner have decided to settle down here permanently.

    There’s always plenty to do, sometimes I question my sanity… haha! But it’s such a rewarding place to be. We are always looking for extra pairs of hands and great energy. I have met some truly amazing people on Workaway before and made life-long friends.

    If you want to experience the real magic of rural France, waking up to the sound of birds and animals in the distance, but still be close to stunning tourist spots like the Valley of the Saints and Huelgoat forest, yet only 12 minutes from all shops and amenities – this is the perfect place for you!

    You can easily catch the train from Carhaix-Plouguer to explore further, and if you love cycling, you are right near some legendary Tour de France routes! 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️

    We love meeting new people, sharing stories, good food and experiences. We are keen to improve our French and we can help you practice or learn English in return.

    You can stay in your own caravan/campervan right here in the grounds by the river, or we have a lovely double room with private bathroom available inside the house.

    We are very welcoming and open-minded, so whether you are male, female, a couple or solo, please get in touch! We do have a chihuahua (15) he’s getting on a bit now🐶

    We can't wait to meet you! 😊

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    House & pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Here it is in a nice flowing paragraph:
    You will have the wonderful opportunity to fully immerse yourself in French culture and the authentic Breton way of life, while enjoying great company and making new friends. You can practice and improve your language skills daily, and I am happy to teach you practical DIY techniques and renovation skills that you can take home with you. It is a truly enriching experience where we learn from each other, share stories, and create lasting memories together!

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for help with:

    Looking after our friendly animals, light gardening, creative decoration, language exchange, general cleaning, and various DIY tasks.

  • Languages

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

    This host offers a language exchange
    Chris speaks English and French Renzo speaks English, Dutch and French. Both with a little Spanish.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Set within large grounds running alongside the river, you can choose to park your caravan or motorhome right here in nature, or relax in our comfortable double room with its own private adjoining bathroom.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is lots to do in the area, interested people may google Finistere.

  • 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

    The internet connection is very good as we have Starlink.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    I can offer a pitch and EHU to those in caravans / campers.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    4 goats

    2 geese

    Chihuahua

    1.7kg chihuahua that is 14yo

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The image depicts a three-story stone building with a gray roof, featuring numerous windows and a central entrance, situated in a rural setting on a sunny day.
Two men stand close together, smiling in the sunshine on a sandy beach. One wears a dark shirt, the other a striped shirt and tan cap.
A modern living-dining room with bright natural light, brown furnishings, colorful wall art, round lamps, large windows, orange curtains, and a scenic green outdoor view.
A peaceful rural scene features goats near a small wooden shed, a sheep and a goose grazing, trimmed bushes, a fountain, and a pathway with trees surrounding.
Spacious living room with large sectional sofa, wooden tables, armchairs, red couch, bookshelves, and wide windows. Neutral colors, cozy atmosphere, open layout, and bright natural light.
A white goat with horns and a brown baby goat stand on grass in front of a rustic wooden shed with a window, creating a peaceful farm scene.
The image depicts a serene scene of a bridge spanning a river, with a large building and lush greenery in the background, set against an overcast sky.
This modern open-plan kitchen and living area features white cabinets, marble countertops, a colorful painting, large windows with orange curtains, and views of greenery outside.
The image depicts a serene grassy area with a winding path, featuring several RVs and cars parked among trees, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting on a wooden deck, featuring a white wicker furniture set and a picturesque view of trees and a blue sky with wispy clouds.
A man stands in a garden, surrounded by trees and shrubs, holding a shovel and wearing gloves, with a bucket nearby, on a sunny day.
The image depicts a modern bathroom with white walls, blue tiles, and marble floors, featuring two sinks, a toilet, and a shower, with a window offering a view of trees outside.
The image depicts a bedroom with a bed, nightstands, and a window, featuring a blue and white patterned wall, a wooden floor, and a white ceiling.
The image depicts a bedroom with a wooden bed, patterned wallpaper, a window with blue curtains, and a white chair, all set against a clean white background.

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