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Live on an old farm and watermill with my pets in the countryside around Lyon, France

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If you are not an EU Citizen and planning to visit France to work, volunteer or study, YOU WILL NEED THE CORRECT VISA. To find out more information please contact the embassy in your home country BEFORE travelling.

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  • Description

    Description

    My name is Leila, I'm 59 years old, and I live in an old mill in the Monts du Lyonnais (50 minutes from Lyon) with my four children (aged 18 to 33) when they come to visit. I teach visual arts and I love cooking for others. I enjoy meeting new people and traveling. I need help with gardening, taking care of the animals, and landscaping. Sometimes I work on art projects and may need assistance with those as well.

    Mon nom est Leïla, j'ai 59 ans et je vis dans un vieux moulin des Monts du Lyonnais (50 minutes de Lyon), avec mes 4 enfants (de 33 à 18 ans) lorsqu'ils viennent le rendre visite. J'enseigne les arts plastiques et j'adore cuisiner pour les autres. J'aime les rencontres et les voyages. J'ai besoin d'aide pour le jardinage, s'occuper des animaux, et l'aménagement du terrain. Parfois je travaille sur des projets artistiques et je peux avoir besoin d'aide.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Art Projects
    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    House & pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I’m a painter and fine arts teacher. I can teach you to pratice painting, drawing, land modeling, engraving…
    Futhermore, I can teach you too some cooking : marocan traditional dishes : couscous, tajine, brick, kefta, soup…and some sweet ;
    French traditional et regional dishes : pistou soup, duck stew, chicken with wine, rabbit with mustard, ratatouille, macaroon, tatin pie, rum baba…

    My house is in a place very quiet near with a river in the garden. It’s about 50 minutes from Lyon, 2hrs from the Alpes (where my parents live), 3hrs30 from the Mediterranean sea, and 2hrs30 from Paris by train.
    Just around the house you can have very nice hiking (short or long walk), mountain bike, visit village and go to concerts or to cinema.

    I speak french, and little bite english, italian and spanish.
    If you need to improve your French we can speak in French, but i wouldlike to improve my English level or the other language too.

  • Help

    Help

    Helping hours will be based on a 4-5 hours per day.
    Of course i let you some freedom day according to the planning.
    You can stay one week or several weeks. You can come alone or in a couple by anyway you’re welcome !

    Gardening, clearing, and cleaning the garden.

    I promise a very short response time ! I need you quikly, friendly,
    Leila

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    Italian: Intermediate

    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 let you a private bedroom. The other rooms and commodities will be shared.
    I have a large house with garden and terrasses pretty good to have good time for dreaming, reading, writting, to meditate…
    You can also play piano and guitar.
    I have a very large bookcase specialized in fine arts, architecture, design, textile arts, ethnic arts, contemporary art and so one… and a lots of films in my video library also.
    We will have lunch and dinner together, you can smoke in the garden.
    There is electicity, hot water and wifi.
    I will be happy to bring you if you want when we go away to visit friends, exhibition, town…
    As we are in the countryside a can deposit/pick you up to the bus or the train station.
    We have 1 cat and hens and ducks, if you want come with your animal, it will be welcome.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    hikking, cycling ...

  • 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

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  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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    Artchi

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The image depicts a woman with curly brown hair, wearing sunglasses and a flower crown, standing in front of a bustling street with a crowd of people in the background.
The image shows four people posing for a selfie, with two women and two men, all wearing head coverings, set against a natural outdoor backdrop.
The image shows a group of people sitting around a table, engaged in conversation, with a few individuals standing in the background, set against a neutral background. The scene appears to be a social gathering or meeting.
The image depicts three individuals seated around a table, engaged in a game of Tetris, with a bookshelf and red chair visible in the background.
The image shows a group of people sitting at a table, with a large bowl of food in the center. The atmosphere appears to be relaxed and social, with people engaged in conversation.
The image shows a group of people sitting at a table, with a tablecloth and chairs visible. The scene appears to be a social gathering or event, possibly a party or celebration.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, a winding river, and a clear sky, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. The scene is devoid of any notable features or events.
The image shows two women posing for a selfie on a beach, with the ocean and sky visible in the background. They are both wearing sunglasses on their heads.
The image depicts a cozy living room with a red couch, bookshelf, and coffee table, featuring a warm and inviting atmosphere with natural light and earthy tones.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a lush green lawn, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.
The image depicts a serene outdoor setting, featuring a table and chairs, with a large body of water in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and relaxation.

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