The image depicts a hot air balloon soaring above trees, with three individuals on board, including a man in a green shirt and a woman in a white shirt.
A group of cheerful adults sits at an outdoor restaurant table under an awning, sharing drinks and menus, enjoying each other's company on a sunny day.
The image depicts two men standing in a window of a stone building, with a large metal sculpture resembling a dragon\'s head in the foreground.
Three people sit together at an outdoor restaurant, smiling and enjoying each other's company. Bright umbrellas provide shade, and food remnants are visible on the table.
The image depicts four individuals seated around a table on a patio, surrounded by a fence and lush greenery, enjoying a meal together.
The image shows a group of people in a hot air balloon, with a large basket and a long rope attached to it, floating in the sky. The background is a clear blue sky.
The image depicts two men standing together in a garden, with one man\'s arm around the other\'s shoulder, both smiling and facing the camera.
The image depicts a vibrant hot air balloon soaring above a serene lake, its reflection mirrored on the calm water\'s surface, set against a picturesque backdrop of trees and a blue sky.
The image depicts a serene outdoor patio area with a wooden deck, featuring a table and chairs, surrounded by a stone building and lush greenery.
A simple bedroom with blue walls, a wooden bed, rustic wooden floor, dresser with a mirror, and a window allowing natural light into the room.
This kitchen features rustic tile flooring, cream cabinetry, brown tiled backsplash, two windows, countertop appliances, a wooden table with a floral chair, and sunlight streaming in.
This image shows a rustic kitchen with terracotta tile flooring, white cabinets, a coffee maker, kettle, jars, pitcher, and a window letting in natural light.
A small, shaded garden patio with weathered stone planters, green shrubs, a plastic table and chairs, surrounded by old walls and leafy plants, creating a rustic atmosphere.

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello
    We are Alain and Marick, hot air balloonists and travellers. We live in the coutryside of France, in the south west center, in a small hamlet very close to a village with all amenities.

    Of course we love flying, but also taking care of our environment, walking along the river, gardening, reading, listening to music and enjoying life and good meals.

    Alain has ben a sport teacher and has a long practice of restoring anything in a house from building to electricity and plombing.
    I, Marick, have been a Yoga teacher and a Gestalt practician. I have also managed a very large guest house for a long time.
    Boudhism and meditation are also some of my interests.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • Interests

    Interests

    DIY & crafts
    Languages
    Gardening
    Writing
    Carpentry
    Animals
    Nature
    Yoga / Wellness
    Camping
    Sailing / Boating
    Water sports
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    If you want to practise and impove your French language, I, Marick, wll be mostly willing to help you, wether you are a beginer or you want to improve with the grammar. I can also help you to progress in English.

    You like cooking? we can cook together and I can share with you some recipies from traditional French cooking to Asian and vegetarian/vegan. I am also eager to learn from you if you enjoy cooking.

    We also like to learn from others and your experience is always welcome.
    Last, but not least, if you're there for a long stay, you can also learn about ballooning - a new experience!

  • Help

    Help

    Liam is helping Alain working outside to clean our neighbour's field
    I need cooking help in the morning for the 4 of us, 5 when you're there
    Until 19th September

  • Languages

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

    This host offers a language exchange
    I am currently improving my Italian and also interested with other languages. I am fluent in English which I keep on talking everyday with my British neighbours.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    In a house just oposite ours you will benefit from a personal bedroom, shared kitchen, bathroon, lounge and library

    I, Marick, have been cooking all types of food for a long time, among which, French traditional, vegeterian, Asian,...
    We will share cooking, depending on your tastes and skills. But it will depend mostly on your own.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Come and join us, we'll be happy to welcome you like a friend and help you discover our environment and French culture.
    We're at a walking distance of the village. You can explore it's charming streets, have a coffe at the bookshop, visit the museum and go for shopping.
    We also have bicycles available to go around further.
    When I drive to the village or to the city, you're always welcome to come with me. and visit more.
    Buses are also available for Limoges, the big city, 40km away.

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Parking on a private land right in front of the house or in the garden. Other choices.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Mistinguett (8 years)

    Just nornal stiped female cat

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