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Description
Busy English family with building company in SW France, in the heart of the Gascony region seek Enthusiastic, lively, outgoing couple to help with our busy household.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Animal Care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are situated in the beautiful region of ‘Gascony’, with rolling hills, vineyards, wheat and sunflowers (in summer) We are 1 ½ hours from the Pyrenees (skiing / hiking) and about the same time to the nearest coast (Hossegor/Biarritz) The area has many local produce markets and the region is famous for its foie gras and Armagnac. There are many beautiful Bastide villages and historical sites to visit and explore.
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Help
We are looking for a Workaway couple, for a minimum one month stay, to help out with the general gardening and maintenance of our property for approximately 4 hours a day. would include grass cutting (ride on mower), pool maintenance, gardening - pruning, raking etc., also to help look after our Border collie and cat, plus general household maintenance, and errands. We have a car available to use if you have a clean driving license held for more than 3 years. Nonsmokers please.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
The accommodation is self-contained with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, lounge with log burner and kitchen/ diner. Furnished and will modern conveniences which include WIFI and TV (multiple languages and channels). We will provide you with a food allowance, and all household products are supplied.
What else ...
You are free to use the car during your free time to explore the area. The local town is equipped with all types of club from Petanque to tennis, and we can help you to find a French tutor if you wish to develop your language skills.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
