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Stays usually last at least 2-3 weeks: kids need time and feel sad when you leave:-)
We're a family of four persons: Nathalie, William,our son Jonas (6 years old) and Adela (2year and half ).
We live on the country side, not far from a city (Dax). We live a small wooden house with a quite wild garden around. We also have a nice dog and a cat.
No screen at home, or almost :-)
We try to live simply and having an healthy way of life: wood stove, less meat, various diets.
William works at Dax which is a ten minutes drive from home.
Nathalie takes care of Jonas and Adela, spending time at home, outside in the country side and at some other activities with kids all along the week.
Our son Jonas is educated following the principles of unschooling: no need of a school to learn life. He likes playing music, putting on shows (improvisation). He likes reading books.
On week end, we spend time outdoor, hiking or gardening. We also attend a group to share ideas & help one another: permaculture gardening, renovating our houses with natural materials...
We're at less than an hour from the seaside and there are many quiet places where to go around. People who love nature will enjoy the area.
William speaks English well, Nathalie a bit less.
Feel free to ask question, we don't bite :-) .
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Language practice
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We'll share our way of life. We think that, without being very special, we do live in a different way even if, at first glance, we're coming from urban families.
Also, we've a lot to learn, This may be interesting for people who are trying to find THEIR own way.
We're said to be open minded and easy going.
We are interested by topics such as education and personnal development. You probably have a different point of view, and that's why who would like to meet you.
We can offer:
- sewing and knitting (beginner or advanced),
- beekeeping,
- preparing meals, Nathalie is a good cook (traditionnal French food and vegetarian)
- wood work,
- gardening
- William can teach basic skills in (amercan) boxing.
That's why someone with skills into wood working/ carpentry will be specially welcome
- alternative education, homeschooling,
- conscious living
Most importantly, we're strongly looking for people who wish to take part in our family life.
we are currently finishing building a wood cabin.Help and skills appreciated: wood panels, window frames to put in place, some sanding (with power tools), inside finish.
But also, help with everyday household tasks (help us tidying the rooms, washing the dishes, preparing food) ...as all other members of the family :-)
Skills in gardening (and grafting fruit trees), maintaining the vegetable patch are welcome.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
This host offers a language exchange
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we have small room (9m2) with a brand new convertible couch. Also, our garden is great if you prefer to put a tent (from june to september). Bird songs will welcome you all along the day, along with Jonas' songs too.
W'll lend you a laptop and will turn on wifi if you need.
Bike is also available.
it is possible to go at the city every day.
We're neither vegan nor vegetarian but we don't eat meat every week. We can comply with your needs.
Twice we had the opportunity to welcome globe trotters, it was a great experience and we're glad to renew such meeting.
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
This host can provide space for campervans.
We have a very sociable dog. Our cat is wild enough we cannot accept cats. Thank you.
Two
4/5 hours per day, 2 days off
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