Learn more about plants and foraging in Groslée-Saint-Benoit, France

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello, I live in the countryside on a farm on the banks of the Rhône in the Ain (Groslée-Saint Benoit 01300) . I have travelled a lot, I speak fluent English, a little Spanish and wanted to drop off my suitcases in this beautiful corner of Bugey. The surrounding nature, waterfalls, rivers bring serenity and many opportunities for hiking.

    Bonjour, je vis à la campagne dans une ferme au bord du Rhône dans l'Ain (Groslée-Saint Benoit 01300). J'ai beaucoup voyagé, je parle couramment anglais, un peu l'espagnol et ai souhaité déposer mes valises dans ce magnifique coin du Bugey. La nature environnante, les cascades, rivières apportent sérénité et nombreuses opportunités de randonner.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Farming
    Culture
    Self development
    Van life
    Pets
    Plant care
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Photography
    Music
    Performing arts
    Yoga / Wellness
    Hiking
    Nature
    Outdoor activities
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I like to share time with friends, there is an active associative life around the farm with breweries, concert halls. After a good meal, it is easy to find magnificent hikes in the Bugey where rivers, lakes and waterfalls offer to refresh you! I like to hike, to go wild plant picking. I would be happy to introduce you to botany and my favorite spots.

    J'aime partager du temps entre amis, il y a une vie associative active autour de la ferme avec des brasseries, des salles de concerts. Après un bon repas, il est facile de trouver de magnifiques randonnées dans le Bugey où rivières, lacs et cascades proposent de vous rafraîchir ! J'aime randonner, partir en cueillette de plantes sauvages. J'aurais plaisir à vous faire découvrir la botanique et mes coins préférés.

  • Help

    Help

    As a wild plant picker and independent person, it's complicated for me to manage everything at once. I need help maintaining my garden. I am in the process of finishing the work on my new processing workshop. There will be some small finishing tasks like painting. If you have DIY skills, that's a plus because there is still some finishing to do in the house. Installing shelves, hanging pictures, painting.

    I also have a project to set up a caravan and a small self-sufficient corner with a solar shower and dry toilet.
    Do these projects speak to you!? Then don't hesitate to contact me and have a chat.

    Cueilleuse de plantes sauvages et indépendante, il est compliqué pour moi de tout mener de front. J'ai besoin d'aide pour l'entretien de mon jardin. Je suis en train de terminer les travaux de mon nouvel atelier de transformation. Il va y avoir des petits travaux de finitions comme de la peinture. Si vous avez des compétences en bricolage c'est un plus car il reste un peu de finition à faire dans la maison. Montage d'étagères, tableaux à accrocher, peinture.

    J'ai aussi le projet d'installer une caravane et un petit coin autonome avec douche solaire et toilette sèche.
    Ces projets te parlent !? Alors n’hésite pas à me contacter et à échanger.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    If you wish to progress in French, it is with pleasure that I will discuss with you the subjects of your choice. Coming from a family of teachers, I think I'm quite a teacher. Vous souhaitez progresser en français, c'est avec plaisir que j'échangerai avec vous sur les sujets de votre choix. Issue d'une famille de professeurs, je pense être assez pédagogue.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    I offer a room of 20 m2 with a bathroom to share. Meals are included in the exchange. The food is healthy, not always vegetarian. Meals can be taken together or separately depending on our wishes and availability. The tasks of everyday life, cooking, cleaning... are shared.

    Je propose une chambre de 20 m2 avec une salle d'eau à partager. Les repas sont inclus dans l'échange. La nourriture est saine, pas toujours végétarienne. Les repas pourront être pris ensemble ou séparément en fonction de nos souhaits et disponibilités. Les taches de la vie quotidienne, cuisine, ménage….sont partagés.

  • 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

    I live in the countryside but I'm lucky to have fiber optic internet and therefore a very good connection! Je vis en pleine campagne mais j'ai la chance d'avoir la fibre et donc une très bonne connexion !

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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    My animals / pets

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A cozy outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a large pumpkin centerpiece, gardening books, colorful chairs, hanging lanterns, lush greenery, and a modern wooden house.
The image depicts a person standing in front of a table, with their hands on their hips, wearing a white shirt and dark pants, set against a plain background.
The image depicts a serene scene of a small green boat nestled in a tranquil body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and a sandy shore.
The image depicts a serene river scene at sunset, with a cloudy sky, trees, and grassy banks, reflecting the vibrant colors of the sky.
The image depicts a vibrant salad featuring a mix of leafy greens and edible flowers, artfully arranged in a decorative bowl with a brown rim.

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