Medieval castle and a medieval village in South West France

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  Description

  Update March 14th
  
  **Our work is PAID POSITIONS** In accordance with French law, we will pay at least minimum wage for all work done.
  
  I have two different positions open in two different locations as I own a 13th century house in a lively medieval village (Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val) for which I need a receptionist - and I own a 15th century castle out in the middle of the countryside (Trevien) for which I need a carpenter.
  
  Below are the descriptions for both. Please read through them as they are very different :)
  
  At Trevien (the castle!) I am 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 :)
  
  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, 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.
  
  In Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val (village) - I am looking for someone to help with checking in guests. This is a very small job, most likely 5 to 7 hours per week in total. It takes 5 to 10 minutes to check in a guest in the afternoons / early evenings. I need someone who can speak conversational French. Great if you speak English, but the majority of my guests are French. We provide a furnished bedroom with ensuite bathroom, you have full use of kitchen, laundry and living spaces.
  
  As with the above role, there is no public transportation. The closes train station is going to be Lexos or Caussade. The village is very walkable with two grocery stores, an épicerie, two boulangeries, loads of restaurants, cafe's, etc. This is a very touristy area with great hiking and biking.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  DIY and building projects

  General Maintenance

  House & pet sitting
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  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
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  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.

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  Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

  This host offers accommodation and payment.

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  Help

  I have two different positions open in two different locations as I own a 13th century house in a lively medieval village (Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val) for which I need a receptionist - and I own a 15th century castle out in the middle of the countryside (Trevien) for which I need a carpenter.
  
  Below are the descriptions for both. Please read through them as they are very different :)
  
  At Trevien (the castle!) I am 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 :)
  
  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, 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.
  
  In Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val (village) - I am looking for someone to help with checking in guests. This is a very small job, most likely 5 to 7 hours per week in total. It takes 5 to 10 minutes to check in a guest in the afternoons / early evenings. I need someone who can speak conversational French. Great if you speak English, but the majority of my guests are French. We provide a furnished bedroom with ensuite bathroom, you have full use of kitchen, laundry and living spaces.
  
  As with the above role, there is no public transportation. The closes train station is going to be Lexos or Caussade. The village is very walkable with two grocery stores, an épicerie, two boulangeries, loads of restaurants, cafe's, etc. This is a very touristy area with great hiking and biking.

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  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. .
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  Accommodation

  Trevien: You will have a private room with shared bath, kitchen, laundry and living areas.
  Saint-Antonin: Private room, ensuite bathroom with full access to kitchen, laundry, living spaces.

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  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.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  We have WiFi throughout both properties

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  Space for parking camper vans

  Campervans only at Trevien as we have parking there :)

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  Can possibly accept pets

  I would consider someone with a pet for my property in Saint-Antonin.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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