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Experience life in the mountains with horses in rural Midi Pyrenees, SW-France

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  • Description

    Description

    I am Fanny, a Swiss woman in my sixties, located in an area of outstanding natural beauty in SW-France, loving animals and nature.

    The farmhouse is set in 17 hectares of pasture and woodland, with a gorgeous view of the valley.

    I currently have 4 horses (3 of them are adopted and retired), two friendly dogs, 6 lovely cats, chickens, roosters and quite often baby chickens. I keep my horses as naturally as possible; the stables are only for their protection (mostly in summer against insects like flies) and the horses can choose when to use them. I have a small veggie garden (I love a big variety of tomatoes), some flowers and many fruit trees.
    I am looking for general help with the animals, the garden, the fields, the woods, in and around the house.

    If you have any abilities in renovating a house it is a good add!


    I am open minded, interested in cultural exchange and positive thinking. I like to have fun and I like to laugh. I love outdoor sports like horseback riding, hiking, biking, kajaking swimming, skiing, snowboarding and many more. I play the flute (sometimes accompanied by an organist) and sing in a mixed choir. I have been living in different countries in different parts of the world when working for an international humanitarian organization. And I have been traveling to many places before I started to take care of animals.
    I am (mostly) vegetarian and would like to learn more about vegan dishes.

    I am also interested in the basic principles of waste and would like to learn from each other, e.g. how to avoid waisting food, water, energy, plastic...

    There are beautiful hiking and riding trails on the property in the woods and in the general area as well. You can river walk in the "Grande Barguelonne". In this nearby small river you find little pools to swim in and get nice refreshment on hot summer days. I am also very close to the pilgrim's trail to Santiago de Compostela.
    I speak English, French and (Swiss-) German, whatever you prefer. I am currently learning Spanish and Italian and would love to practice.

    Woodworkers are very welcome: I need to replace some gates and mosquito screens.

    If you know how to care for animals and you feel confident to do so I am also interested in Workawayers who like to housesit for me.

    Workawayers from all over the world: I am looking forward to hearing from you and meeting you!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House sitting
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I share my knowledge from animals welfare, working on the farm to teaching cooking, saving energy/water, I tell you about the French culture etc.
    Living in different cultures all over the world taught me that there are so many different ways of life. The cultural exchange opens the eyes for different values or different ways of thinking. Already learning a language makes you look at things in a different way. Cultural exchange is mind opening. Behind every person is a story worth listening to. As long as you are interested in listening you are able to learn.
    I am also interested in an exchange about animal communication and healing which I am learning and practicing.
    It's a plus if you are interested in the French culture, the landscape here, the French language as part of the French way of life and the welfare of the animals.

  • Help

    Help

    There is a variety of tasks, depending on the weather and season:

    - Animal welfare: feeding, picking up horse manure, cleaning the stables (horse's and chicken's), clearing fields of unwanted plants and bushes, trimming around fences
    - Gardening: planting, weeding, watering, harvesting, picking and preserving fruit, bush and grass cutting, raking leaves, cutting and stacking wood
    - Home projects: fixing fences, oiling, sanding, painting, building, woodwork
    - General maintenance: Cleaning in and around the house

    We share the house tasks like cooking, washing and cleaning.

    I’m looking for a positive thinking, energetic, self motivated, practical and quickly learning person, who likes to work! You will need to have a good level of physical fitness to volunteer here (the house and the fields are on a hill). You should easily adapt to new surroundings and love to work outdoors in all weathers (whether rain or hot). You should be happy to work in a team, but also enjoy to work on your own.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Italian: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner

    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

    I live in a traditional but modernized stone farmhouse. You must love dogs and cats, they share the house with us. The spare bedroom with a beautiful view of the valley has 2 (small) beds. When coming alone you might share the bedroom with another workawayer. We all have to share bathroom/toilet. The kitchen is part of the living room.
    We share the meals and hopefully the cooking, too. I like to cook simple but healthy, and mostly vegetarian.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The place is very quiet, calm and remote, and there is only 3 times a week public transport to my place, so you either need your own transportation or you are happy to stay put.
    The nearest shops, restaurants and public swimming pool are 8 km, and the ancient towns of Cahors or Montauban can be reached within 40 minutes by car (30 km), and Toulouse within 1,5 hours by car (90km).
    There are bicycles available to explore the area and to visit the weekly local market (with live music and meals in summer).
    In 5 minutes walking distance there is a small river where you can do river walking and take refreshing dips.

    My place is surrounded by nature where you find a lot of wildlife. If you are an animal lover and like to live with them, if you look for peace and tranquility, and if you like to walk (also with my dogs or horses), bike or ride, my farm could be a good place for you.

    Please note that 3 of my 4 horses are retired (1 of them is 32 years old). We don't ride them any more, but enjoy their company on a walk or by grooming them. My younger horse, a Haflinger mix by the name of Star is 15 years old.
    If you are interested to learn about horses my farm could be a good place for you. You will be able to learn how to take care of horses, how to connect, how to have fun with them. I am working on liberty which creates a great partnership between the horse and the human.
    Be aware that riding Star is only for excellent riders.
    There are many more fun and interesting things about horses than just the riding.

    I usually host between 1-2 weeks.

    Please note that insurance is your own responsibility.

  • 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 made good experiences with WAer working online at my place. My internet works very well.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    I had several WAers who lived in their camper van when staying at my place. They have really enjoyed it. I have a special parking place for camper vans , with beautiful surroundings, in the middle of nature, with an outrageous view!

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a couple standing in front of two stone buildings at dusk, with a cloudy sky and a white car parked in the background.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a dog in a field, with a house and barn in the background, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a woman sitting in the entrance of a dolmen, a prehistoric stone structure, surrounded by trees and grass.
The image depicts a stone bridge spanning a river, with two towers and a hill covered in trees in the background. The bridge has multiple arches.
The image depicts a rustic wooden tower with a pointed roof, situated in a rural landscape with rolling hills and a blue sky.
The image depicts a stone building with a windmill on its side, featuring a large wooden sail and a metal roof, set against a blue sky with white clouds.
The image depicts a large stainless steel pot filled with red and yellow fruit, likely peaches, simmering in a bubbling liquid on a stovetop.
The image depicts a collection of small, square pots containing soil and sprouting plants, arranged in rows on a table. The pots are black and rectangular.
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The image features a delicate pink flower with six buds, set against a lush green background of grass and foliage, with subtle bokeh effects.
The image depicts a tree branch with budding leaves against a cloudy sky, featuring a watermark that reads "workaway.info" in the center.
The image depicts a serene garden scene featuring purple irises, a tree, and a hill in the background, with a subtle watermark in the center.
The image depicts a woman standing in a yard, holding a bucket and gardening tools, with a dog lying on the ground beside her.
The image depicts a small, fluffy brown chick standing on a rocky ground, surrounded by other chicks and greenery.
The image depicts a mother hen tending to her chicks in a grassy field, with the hen's brown plumage and the chicks' varied colors and sizes on display.
The image features a black and white cat sitting on the ground, surrounded by grass and dirt, with a watermark reading "workaway.info" in the center.
The image depicts a dog and a cat sitting in a grassy field, with a stone wall in the background. The dog is on the right, and the cat is on the left.
The image depicts a serene forest scene, with a white horse's head and rider's shadow visible in the foreground, surrounded by trees and fallen leaves.
The image depicts a woman riding a brown horse through a wooded area, with the woman wearing a blue shirt and black pants.
The image depicts a serene scene of a horse-drawn carriage in a lush field, with two white horses and a couple seated in the carriage.
The image depicts a white horse grazing in a field, with a fence in the background and a watermark reading "www.away.info" superimposed over the horse.
The image depicts a woman kneeling in a grassy field, surrounded by two horses, with a barn and trees in the background.
The image depicts a brown horse with a white stripe on its face standing in a grassy field in front of a stone house.
The image depicts three horses in a grassy field, with a body of water and trees in the background, and a watermark reading "workaway.info".
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a stone building, trees, and a rainbow, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, trees, and a fence, set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape of rolling hills, fields, and trees, with a subtle watermark reading "workaway.info" in the center.
The image depicts a serene landscape with two horses grazing in a field, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and distant buildings.

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