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Lend a hand with a medieval castle in South West France

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Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    Update March 10th

    Looking for someone who is a skilled carpenter and / or general handyman. Only looking for folks with experience at this point of the project. Ideally for March and April. I don't expect to need anyone after April if all goes well :)

    **Our work is PAID POSITIONS** In accordance with French law, we will pay at least minimum wage for all work done.

    The castle was built in 1440 ...and is very much a stone medieval castle that was "renovated in the 18th century and has a lot of those decorative features in the castle, fireplaces, moldings, etc. We have lots of wooden windows and doors that could use some "love". We have some furniture pieces that need attention, we have kitchen cabinets that need to be set, etc. Loads of carpentry and finish carpentry type projects. Along with that there are a lot of general handyman type tasks, hanging light fixtures, some wall repair, putting all the hardware back on the doors and windows that were painted, etc.

    We are happy to provide a furnished room with a shared bathroom, kitchen and laundry room. The castle has WiFi and you have use of all the living spaces.

    There is not public transportation to us. We are out in the gorgeous countryside, just a few kilometers from a large lake. This is best suited for people with their own transportation. The closest airport is Toulouse, the closest train station is Carmaux.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    DIY and building projects
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    LGBTQ
    Charity work
    Pets
    Farming
    Culture
    Self development
    Sustainability
    Drawing & painting
    History
    Plant care
    Carpentry
    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    DIY & crafts
    Architecture
    Animals
    Hiking
    Nature
    Outdoor activities
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I enjoy helping people discover our area and all that there is to see and do. We live in a wonderful area with rich cultural diversity. I enjoy helping people learn about our area and what it has to offer.

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    Update March 10th

    Looking for someone who is a skilled carpenter and / or general handyman. Only looking for folks with experience at this point of the project. Ideally for March and April. I don't expect to need anyone after April if all goes well :)

    **Our work is PAID POSITIONS** In accordance with French law, we will pay at least minimum wage for all work done.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    I speak both English and French fluently and am happy speak in whichever language you are looking to immerse yourself. .

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have a private room with shared bath, kitchen, laundry and living areas.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We are in a beautiful region of France with walking trails and bicycle routes. Surrounded by other medieval villages, there is much to enjoy about our area.

    Our location is suitable for people who have their own transportation. You really need your own transportation in our area. It gives you the freedom to explore the region on your days off.

  • 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

    We have WiFi throughout both properties

  • 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?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 653199228875

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