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We are looking for enthusiastic, hard working people/person to assist with lots of timber related tasks in September and October.
Welcome to Our Permaculture Smallholding in Rural France
After many years of travelling the world, we finally put down roots in rural France in 2017 to bring our vision of a sustainable, educational, and demonstrative smallholding to life. Since then, we’ve been steadily renovating our home, regenerating the land, and creating a self-reliant lifestyle in the heart of the beautiful French countryside.
We are Glen (UK) and Karen (South Africa), and together we’ve made France our home. Our lives are guided by permaculture, creativity,nature inspired,hard work and community.
Karen is a certified permaculture designer, educator, and life coach.
Glen has a background in engineering and a love for practical problem-solving. His passions include woodland management, forest gardening, charcoal/biochar production, and aquaponics (a project waiting in the wings!).
Life on the Smallholding
Our land is alive with activity and projects. We share it with dogs, chickens, ducks, pigs, sheep, and goats. We grow vegetables in raised beds and in a broadbed area and are busy establishing a low-maintenance perennial food forest. Our pigs are pasture-raised for meat and land clearance and are part of a local Community Pig Club, and we use our sheep’s wool in craft projects. Animal welfare is central to what we do, and we treat every creature here with respect and care.
We also manage our pastures through rotational grazing and run an eco-grazing service in our local area to improve biodiversity and degraded land. As co-founders of a local community association, we often get involved in collaborative projects and events — and volunteers are welcome to join in!
Current Projects
We’d love your help with a variety of hands-on tasks. Current priorities include:
* Small building projects (e.g. pergola for solar panels, gates, and other improvements)
* Fencing for sheep and pigs
* Land clearing and maintenance
* Splitting and stacking firewood
* taking down several dead trees
🌿 What you’ll experience here
Staying with us is more than just helping out — it’s about learning, sharing, and immersing yourself in permaculture life. We’re always happy to share what we’ve learned (the successes and the mistakes!) and we love hearing new ideas too. Volunteers often say they leave with fresh skills, new confidence, and a deeper sense of connection to the land.
If you’re curious about sustainable permaculture, enjoy being outdoors, and want to experience a working small farm in action, this is a place to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.
ℹ️ Important Notes
* We have four friendly dogs, so volunteers must be comfortable around animals.
* We ask for a minimum stay of one week (7 days) so that you can settle in and have a meaningful experience.
✨ Come Join Us
If you’re looking to immerse yourself in nature, learn more about permaculture, and contribute to a living, breathing smallholding, we’d love to welcome you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Interests
Sustainability
Politics / Social justice
Culture
Farming
Photography
Plant care
Books
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Animals
Nature
Outdoor activities
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Chance to experience the French countryside.
Great food and drink in a friendly warm household
Sharing our experience and knowledge in the field of regenerative agriculture, permaculture and woodland management.
Help
Helping out with animals routines, moving animals, cleaning animal areas setting up new camps
Growing food - planting seeds, weeding, harvesting
We also need help with log splitting, wood chipping (which we use for mulch) and woodland management
Mowing, hedge trimming and any other general garden duties
Languages
Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Beginner
Dutch: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
We are still learning French and would love to improve our basic skills, in exchange we would be willing to help you improve your English language skills.
Accommodation
Comfortable yurt accommodation with a double bed including linen and towels. Compost loo and shower right next to the yurt. Your own private outdoor kitchen which is well equipped.
We usually have breakfast and lunches together (we can cater for vegetarian diets but not vegan unfortunately) and you are then free to prepare your own food in the evening.
What else ...
We have bikes available to explore the local area. Lots of walks from the house. Unfortunately as we are quiet rural there is no public transport direct from our property, but we are only 5km from 2 nearest towns.
Larger city such as Lorient 35km away, and many interesting and historic villages in the area.
We are willing to pick up workaways from train stations within reasonable distance, and offer lifts to shops or local attractions when we are able.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have satellite internet connection which we have found more effective than other services, however you will not have wifi signal in the yurt but there is local 4g connection. The wifi is effective and adequate for most remote working needs. We are happy to host digital nomads by prior arrangement.
Space for parking camper vans
We have a flat field space that is suitable for camper vans and motorhomes.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Jerry, Jet, Millie and Syrah
Jerry, Jet, Millie and Syrah
Host ref number: 665244591686
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15 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Chloe) for host
I had such a wonderful week staying with Karen and Glen on their beautiful property. From the get-go I was astonished with how much is going on at the farm and the way everything seamlessly works together - every animal has their role to keep the place thriving and nothing goes to waste (not even your waste!!). It’s an extremely sustainable place… read more
15 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Chloe)
Choe was an absolute joy to host, and from the very beginning we warmed to her bubbly, outgoing personality. She is funny, cheerful, intelligent, and hardworking, and we only wish she could have stayed longer than the five short days we had together.
She fitted seamlessly into our daily routines, taking care of the chickens and ducks each… read more
She fitted seamlessly into our daily routines, taking care of the chickens and ducks each… read more
(Excellent
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3 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Malena)
Malena stayed with us for 10 days, and from the very beginning it was clear that she has a rare and natural connection with animals. She worked confidently alongside Glen to feed and manage our large pigs (as well as the many little ones!) and took excellent daily care of the ducks, chickens, and sheep. Our four dogs absolutely adored her and were… read more
(Excellent
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2 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Malena) for host
My time with Karen and Glen was just wonderful. I felt very welcome from the beginning. I was always able to have a great conversation with the them and I was able to improve my Englisch. The work there was super very fun (also with Glen great Dad Jokes) 😂
All animals are very friendly. Especially the dogs, who always want to play and cuddle. I… read more
All animals are very friendly. Especially the dogs, who always want to play and cuddle. I… read more
18 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Markus & Sofie)
Sofie and Marcus spent two weeks with us, and the days just flew by. From the moment they arrived, they fitted right in and brought such a great energy to our little farm.
They threw themselves into every job we asked of them — whether it was splitting logs, stacking wood, clearing the forest for Glen’s tree work, helping out with the pigs, fixing… read more
They threw themselves into every job we asked of them — whether it was splitting logs, stacking wood, clearing the forest for Glen’s tree work, helping out with the pigs, fixing… read more
(Excellent
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15 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Chloe) for host
I had such a wonderful week staying with Karen and Glen on their beautiful property. From the get-go I was astonished with how much is going on at the farm and the way everything seamlessly works together - every animal has their role to keep the place thriving and nothing goes to waste (not even your waste!!). It’s an extremely sustainable place… read more
15 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Chloe)
Choe was an absolute joy to host, and from the very beginning we warmed to her bubbly, outgoing personality. She is funny, cheerful, intelligent, and hardworking, and we only wish she could have stayed longer than the five short days we had together.
She fitted seamlessly into our daily routines, taking care of the chickens and ducks each… read more
She fitted seamlessly into our daily routines, taking care of the chickens and ducks each… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Malena)
Malena stayed with us for 10 days, and from the very beginning it was clear that she has a rare and natural connection with animals. She worked confidently alongside Glen to feed and manage our large pigs (as well as the many little ones!) and took excellent daily care of the ducks, chickens, and sheep. Our four dogs absolutely adored her and were… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2025
Left by Workawayer (Malena) for host
My time with Karen and Glen was just wonderful. I felt very welcome from the beginning. I was always able to have a great conversation with the them and I was able to improve my Englisch. The work there was super very fun (also with Glen great Dad Jokes) 😂
All animals are very friendly. Especially the dogs, who always want to play and cuddle. I… read more
All animals are very friendly. Especially the dogs, who always want to play and cuddle. I… read more
18 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Markus & Sofie)
Sofie and Marcus spent two weeks with us, and the days just flew by. From the moment they arrived, they fitted right in and brought such a great energy to our little farm.
They threw themselves into every job we asked of them — whether it was splitting logs, stacking wood, clearing the forest for Glen’s tree work, helping out with the pigs, fixing… read more
They threw themselves into every job we asked of them — whether it was splitting logs, stacking wood, clearing the forest for Glen’s tree work, helping out with the pigs, fixing… read more
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Wendy-Lee)
Wendy volunteered with us for 10 days, and from the outset, she was open, friendly, curious, and enthusiastic. She was always willing to get stuck in and help with whatever task was at hand, and showed a real eagerness to learn new skills. Nothing seemed to phase her!
She was a great help to Glen with fencing, pig care, and various outdoor tasks,… read more
She was a great help to Glen with fencing, pig care, and various outdoor tasks,… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jul 2025
Left by Workawayer (Wendy-Lee) for host
I spent an amazing 10 days with Karen and Glen. They are some of the most wonderful people I've met in France so far; I felt welcomed from the very first minute and I always felt safe and comfortable as a solo female traveler.
I was lucky enough to be there while Coco (a friendly pig) had her piglets, they were unbelievably cute! We also made a… read more
I was lucky enough to be there while Coco (a friendly pig) had her piglets, they were unbelievably cute! We also made a… read more
21 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Scott) for host
I was lucky enough to spend 2.5 weeks with Glen, Karen and the crew around the end of October/November. With it being my first workaway experience I wasn't totally sure what to expect, but I loved it and would go back in a heartbeat! The longer I stayed the more I appreciated how well run things were and how they have found a great balance which… read more
10 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Scott)
Scott volunteered with us for two and a half weeks in October and November, and we found him to be a genuinely friendly and personable individual. He assisted Glen greatly with various tasks around our small farm, including pig fencing, clearing land, splitting logs, moving and catching sheep, and caring for the animals, amongst a variety of many… read more
(Excellent)
9 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucie & Milo)
Lucie and Milo volunteered with us for two weeks, and the time flew by!
It was an absolute pleasure having this wonderful couple share our small farm and contribute to our various projects. Whether they were splitting logs, clearing the forest for Glen’s tree work, gardening, moving sheep and goats or caring for the animals, Lucie and Milo were… read more
It was an absolute pleasure having this wonderful couple share our small farm and contribute to our various projects. Whether they were splitting logs, clearing the forest for Glen’s tree work, gardening, moving sheep and goats or caring for the animals, Lucie and Milo were… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lucie & Milo) for host
Pendant deux semaines nous avons passé de super beaux moments avec Karen et Glen ! Ils sont très accueillants, chaleureux et à l'écoute de nos envies. Nous avons appris beaucoup de choses auprès des animaux, dans le potager et en travaillant le bois. Les activités étaient variées et amusantes, Karen et Glen s’assuraient toujours que les activités… read more
9 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ra & Mikaere) for host
We had such an amazing time with Karen and Glen! We enjoyed our time at Afrinoon immensely. It was super clear that they have nailed how Workaway works for them, we always felt welcome, comfortable, well instructed, and productive! They were generous with their time and knowledge(we both learnt a lot, and never felt judged for anything we had to… read more
23 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ra & Mikaere)
What can we say about this incredible couple? They are just 5 star volunteers !
Hosting them was an absolute pleasure—they were hardworking, responsible, quick learners, and impressively practical, which is exactly what a small farm needs. They are also really proactively and took on a wide range of tasks to help further our many projects - from… read more
Hosting them was an absolute pleasure—they were hardworking, responsible, quick learners, and impressively practical, which is exactly what a small farm needs. They are also really proactively and took on a wide range of tasks to help further our many projects - from… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Kentish) for host
My stay with Glen and Karen was an incredible experience, and I feel fortunate to have been welcomed as my first Workaway experience. They are wonderful people, and their property is a beautiful and inspiring place to work. They provided clear instructions and were always patient and understanding as I learned the ropes. Whether it was tending to… read more
18 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Kentish)
Kentish joined us as a first-time volunteer, and we can categorically say he was a star.
Quiet and respectful with a great sense of humor, he proved to be a hard worker who helped us with numerous projects whist he stayed with us for 2.5 weeks.
Among other tasks, he assisted Glen in taking down trees in our forest, moved wood, did wood chipping,… read more
Quiet and respectful with a great sense of humor, he proved to be a hard worker who helped us with numerous projects whist he stayed with us for 2.5 weeks.
Among other tasks, he assisted Glen in taking down trees in our forest, moved wood, did wood chipping,… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Isabelle Valerie & Gerd) for host
We spent a wonderful week here - Karen's and Glen's magical residence. We found this little gem in the middle of Brittany to be such a happy place for nature, people and animals to thrive.
Straight from the very beginning we felt welcome as Karen and Glen are such kind, open, attentive and caring people with the loveliest animals around.
Every… read more
Straight from the very beginning we felt welcome as Karen and Glen are such kind, open, attentive and caring people with the loveliest animals around.
Every… read more
16 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabelle Valerie & Gerd)
We feel very fortunate to have hosted Isabelle and Gerd for a week - we only wish they could have stayed longer. Their kindness and consideration towards everyone made them a joy to have around. They are simply the loveliest couple you will meet.
We had so many interesting chats, sharing ideas and knowledge. Isabelle is studying permaculture so… read more
We had so many interesting chats, sharing ideas and knowledge. Isabelle is studying permaculture so… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Joey) for host
I stayed here for 2 weeks and had an amazing time. Karen and Glenn are two amazing people with a lot of knowledge about interesting topics. We did a big variety of activities like sheep sheering, cutting down trees and processing the wood, working in the garden and helping to feed and care for the animals. there is a really nice yurt to stay with… read more
16 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Joey)
Joey is an exceptional young man whom we can highly recommend to any host.
During his two weeks with us on his first Workaway experience, he was a joy to have around. Joey is punctual, hardworking, and always willing to try new things without complaint. He learns quickly and maintains a positive, can-do attitude.
He helped out with all manner of… read more
During his two weeks with us on his first Workaway experience, he was a joy to have around. Joey is punctual, hardworking, and always willing to try new things without complaint. He learns quickly and maintains a positive, can-do attitude.
He helped out with all manner of… read more
(Excellent)
21 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was with us for 2 weeks and we really enjoyed her company and appreciated all her hard work.
Despite a difficult start to joining us (her backpack was stolen from the bus) she was uncomplaining and very adaptable.
She just heading into the experience of volunteering with enthusiasm and diligence. Sophie helped both Glen and myself in… read more
Despite a difficult start to joining us (her backpack was stolen from the bus) she was uncomplaining and very adaptable.
She just heading into the experience of volunteering with enthusiasm and diligence. Sophie helped both Glen and myself in… read more
(Excellent)
19 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
I spent 2 weeks here and it was just an amazing experience. I learned so much about the permaculture way of life, about animal carying and planting. Karen and Glen are very hospitable and offered so much knowledge what they know about so many different things. All in all I can really recommend staying there especially when you're interested in… read more
6 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)
Ryan stayed with us for a month in October and was a great person to have around, and helped us out tremendously with all manner of different tasks.
Ryan is a super easy going and undemanding person. He is discrete and quiet and kept himself occupied with reading, meditating and playing his guitar. He was no trouble at all to host, and was hard… read more
Ryan is a super easy going and undemanding person. He is discrete and quiet and kept himself occupied with reading, meditating and playing his guitar. He was no trouble at all to host, and was hard… read more
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ryan) for host
I stayed at Karen and Glen's place for a month and it was exactly what I was looking for! They were super welcoming and made me feel very comfortable. The yert was so peaceful, nestled up against the forest side of the property, and it felt almost magical to wake up to the birds every morning. The weekend hot tub was an added perk! I learned so… read more
1 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hylkia) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with Karen and Glen. I stayed for a week and it was very inspiring to see their way of living. I loved helping them around. It was very clear what was expected from me. Work till lunch and afterwards I had free time to bike around the beautiful hilly landscape. The tasks were very diverse, harvesting potatoes and plumbs,… read more
27 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Solène) for host
I truly loved my stay with Karen, Glenn and all the incredible animals there. It was my first workaway experience in France and I felt completely transported in a magical world! They made this place a peaceful and abundant shelter where you can learn about nature, animal care and how we can all live together and respect each other in the best… read more
23 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Solène)
We feel incredibly blessed to host some amazing people at our small farm, and Solene is certainly one of those wonderful souls.
She only stayed for 5 days but it felt like she was here for much longer as she fitted right in with the routine of our family of humans and animals.
Her lovely bright smile lightened our days and she was a joy to have… read more
She only stayed for 5 days but it felt like she was here for much longer as she fitted right in with the routine of our family of humans and animals.
Her lovely bright smile lightened our days and she was a joy to have… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Cecilia & Anton) for host
This is a very special place. I stayed with Karen and Glen for a week and it was amazing! I was able to learn a lot about permaculture and ask a thousand questions. The tasks varied from day to day and were very interesting. Breakfast and lunch together were always very warm and I felt welcome at all times. If you love animals and nature and want… read more
14 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Cecilia & Anton)
Cecilia stayed with us for a week and we really enjoyed hosting her.
She is a young lady who is kind, intelligent, hard working, perceptive, cheerful and also easy to get on with. She speaks really good english and we had the opportunity for many engaging conversations during her stay.
She loved our four energetic and rowdy dogs, and she took… read more
She is a young lady who is kind, intelligent, hard working, perceptive, cheerful and also easy to get on with. She speaks really good english and we had the opportunity for many engaging conversations during her stay.
She loved our four energetic and rowdy dogs, and she took… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea)
Simply put, Lea is one of those exceptional and beautiful souls, and we felt very fortunate to share 10days here with her.
She is curious, clever, hard working, never complaining, eager to learn, confident to question and emotionally intelligent beyond her years.
Lea helped us with all manner of daily tasks from weeding to planting, harvesting to… read more
She is curious, clever, hard working, never complaining, eager to learn, confident to question and emotionally intelligent beyond her years.
Lea helped us with all manner of daily tasks from weeding to planting, harvesting to… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lea) for host
My stay with Glen and Karen was just amazing! I stayed for ten days and couldn't wish for a better time!:) They are both wonderful humans with a big passion for permaculture and agriculture and our environment. They teached me a lot about these topics and i could ask hundreds of questions and they would answer all of them:D. My tasks differed from… read more
10 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host
Nico and I arrived at Karen and Glen's place on a sunny afternoon of August 2022. We instantly stepped into a small new world,with the multiple gardens pertaining to permaculture, the trees, the ecofriendly facilities and of course all the wonderful animals. Glen and Karen are two incredibly creative persons allowing themselves to realise their… read more
7 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)
Caro and Nico joined us for a week and we truely had a wonderfully constructive and enriching time with them.
They are just hands down tremendous young people, so curious, motivated and helpful in all aspects.
From basic domestic duties such as washing up, to help with animals, to working on energetic tasks such as turning compost, moving gravel… read more
They are just hands down tremendous young people, so curious, motivated and helpful in all aspects.
From basic domestic duties such as washing up, to help with animals, to working on energetic tasks such as turning compost, moving gravel… read more
(Excellent)
27 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jonathan Felix) for host
I stayed with Karen and Glen for a little more than a week. I slept in a cozy, quite yurt and the nature around is just beautiful. Sadly I catched only 2 days with good weather, the rest of the time was more like october, means rainy. Anyway, the tasks I had to do weren't that hard and always managable. Karen always cooked something nice for lunch… read more
22 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonathan Felix)
Jonathan joined us for just over a week in mid October. He was coming to the end of his 3 month european travels and wanted a place to stop and take a break.
Unfortunately most of the time he was with us the weather was rainy and starting to get cold, but he was more than willing to muck in and get on with various jobs.
He had little prior… read more
Unfortunately most of the time he was with us the weather was rainy and starting to get cold, but he was more than willing to muck in and get on with various jobs.
He had little prior… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Daiana & Andrei) for host
Our time spent at Karen and Glenn was amazing 😊
We had the opportunity to do and try a lot of things and we really appreciated the fact that they trusted us with taking care of the house and the animals.
For sure one of the best and healthy ways to start your day is by taking care of the animals. A big lesson for us was understanding that we… read more
We had the opportunity to do and try a lot of things and we really appreciated the fact that they trusted us with taking care of the house and the animals.
For sure one of the best and healthy ways to start your day is by taking care of the animals. A big lesson for us was understanding that we… read more
2 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Daiana & Andrei)
These two beautiful souls joined us for two weeks at the end of September, and we so enjoyed their company and really appreciated their help.
They embodied the true spirit of workaway volunteers - bringing curious minds, open hearts, kindness, thoughtfulness and willingness to try new experiences.
Daiana and Andrei tackled any job we gave them… read more
They embodied the true spirit of workaway volunteers - bringing curious minds, open hearts, kindness, thoughtfulness and willingness to try new experiences.
Daiana and Andrei tackled any job we gave them… read more
(Excellent)
29 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
We absolutely loved our stay at Karen and Glenn’s place. We were welcomed with open arms and trusted with exciting tasks right away! The tasks differed from day to day so we were always challenged to try new things. Karen was a wonderful teacher in permaculture and we could ask her anything that came to mind. We really liked how she shared her… read more
29 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura and Jolin spent a week with us in July and what a joy it was to have these two incredible young ladies volunteer with us.
From the very start they fitted right into our slightly mad world, taking on each task we gave them with enthusiasm and completing it properly and throughly.
They were so helpful in so many ways, just jumping in where… read more
From the very start they fitted right into our slightly mad world, taking on each task we gave them with enthusiasm and completing it properly and throughly.
They were so helpful in so many ways, just jumping in where… read more
(Excellent)
28 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Hannes & Sarah) for host
We had a fantastic time at Karen And Glen's little farm even though the extreme summer this year did not offer the best conditions for permaculture. Everyday was different and from taking care of the animals to gardening we did a lot of different tasks. Karen and Glen are superfriendly and also asked us a lot of things. We really liked the fresh… read more
28 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannes & Sarah)
Hannes and Sarah joined us in thier camper van for a week in the last leg of thier Campervan adventure.
We found them to be willing to jump into any task we set them.
Unfortuntely due to the extreme heat and drought we had been experiencing there was not many opportunities to garden or dive deeper into permaculture as nothing much was growing.… read more
We found them to be willing to jump into any task we set them.
Unfortuntely due to the extreme heat and drought we had been experiencing there was not many opportunities to garden or dive deeper into permaculture as nothing much was growing.… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Zana)
Beautiful Zana stayed with us for 2 weeks and it was an absolute pleasure to host her.
She arrived midst a influx of visitors we had staying for the long weekend, which many people may have found a bit intimidating, but she took everything in her stride and fitted in perfectly with the group.
She is calm, considerate, clever and simply an all… read more
She arrived midst a influx of visitors we had staying for the long weekend, which many people may have found a bit intimidating, but she took everything in her stride and fitted in perfectly with the group.
She is calm, considerate, clever and simply an all… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Zana) for host
I so much enjoyed my stay at Karen and Glen!! I stayed for two weeks and it was exactly what I wanted and needed. It is such a peaceful place, surrounded by nature, you can take time for yourself, you get a very good sleep there and with all the animals, it’s just wonderful! They have amazing dogs, very playful and funny to watch. And lots of… read more
9 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kenya) for host
I only stayed with Karen and Glen for about a week, but my time was so enjoyable I could easily have stayed much longer. Karen and Glen are wonderful people - hardworking but also easygoing, interested in the exchange of knowledge, and extremely generous. They made me feel right at home.
During my stay I learned a ton of fascinating things -… read more
During my stay I learned a ton of fascinating things -… read more
30 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kenya)
Kenya stayed with us for one week and we really enjoyed hosting her. She maybe young but she is strong, determined, open, friendly and has a very mature approach.
Kenya helped us with a variety of tasks, from weeding, hoeing, planting, painting to daily animal care. She is also a very good French teacher - if only we had more time to spend on… read more
Kenya helped us with a variety of tasks, from weeding, hoeing, planting, painting to daily animal care. She is also a very good French teacher - if only we had more time to spend on… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Johanna & Luca) for host
Glen and Karen, including all their cute and cheerful animals, were our first experience with Workaway - and we couldn’t have asked for a better one! Although it was planned just to stay for one, we ended up being with them for two weeks.
The tasks we had to do were so various and interesting that we can guarantee you: you won’t ever get bored. In… read more
The tasks we had to do were so various and interesting that we can guarantee you: you won’t ever get bored. In… read more
18 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna & Luca)
Johanna and Luc booked to stay with us for a week but decided to extend thier visit, which we were really happy about as they have been super helpful here on our small farm.
This has been thier first experience at Workaway, but they more than excelled themselves.
They may be young, but are indeed very mature, very responsible and reliable.
They… read more
This has been thier first experience at Workaway, but they more than excelled themselves.
They may be young, but are indeed very mature, very responsible and reliable.
They… read more
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Louise)
Lena and Louise volunteered with us for 10 days this summer. We found both ladies to be open, friendly, intelligent, inquisitive and also relaxed.
They helped out with the daily routine for the animals, and despite the fact that they had very little or no experience with animals before, they were very confident in handling the animals and keen to… read more
They helped out with the daily routine for the animals, and despite the fact that they had very little or no experience with animals before, they were very confident in handling the animals and keen to… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host
Léna & I really enjoyed to stay at Karen’s and Glen’s place. We stayed for 10 days. Karen and Glen were so welcoming, we felt quickly like home. They are always here if you need something, like getting rid of the spiders in the yurt!!
We learn a lot about Permaculture and taking care of the animals. They have wonderful dogs that are full of energy… read more
We learn a lot about Permaculture and taking care of the animals. They have wonderful dogs that are full of energy… read more
30 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Félix) for host
We have only spent a week at africanoon permaculture but it was a memorable workaway!
The Yurt were super comfortable.
Breakfast and lunch were delicious and the time on our own during diner in the lovely area made for helpers were nice.
Karen and Glen tooks lot of time for us, to explain what to do, how to do and why to do. Also for questions… read more
The Yurt were super comfortable.
Breakfast and lunch were delicious and the time on our own during diner in the lovely area made for helpers were nice.
Karen and Glen tooks lot of time for us, to explain what to do, how to do and why to do. Also for questions… read more
11 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Félix)
Felix and Elisa, what a awesome couple! They were a last minute booking and only with us for a week, but we are really pleased they stopped by.
The time flew past as they helped out with daily animal rounds, sheep moves, various gardening projects AND built us a beautiful duck house!
They were just super people to host: wonderful company and we… read more
The time flew past as they helped out with daily animal rounds, sheep moves, various gardening projects AND built us a beautiful duck house!
They were just super people to host: wonderful company and we… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Aude) for host
How can I summarize in a few words my experience with Karen and Glen...
It was only my second volunteering place and I thought I wouldn't find better than my first one! I was so wrong, as this little permaculture paradise proved me that wonderful people truly make wonderful memories.
I learnt a lot and was provided with extra documentation about… read more
It was only my second volunteering place and I thought I wouldn't find better than my first one! I was so wrong, as this little permaculture paradise proved me that wonderful people truly make wonderful memories.
I learnt a lot and was provided with extra documentation about… read more
2 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Bob) for host
Me and Becca had such a great time here.
It turned out the national lockdown was a great thing for us, as it was the perfect place to get stranded!
Both Karen and Glen were so kind to us and made sure we were comfortable and happy in what we were doing.
We both felt very welcome, trusted and valued which made us feel like part of the team.
It was… read more
It turned out the national lockdown was a great thing for us, as it was the perfect place to get stranded!
Both Karen and Glen were so kind to us and made sure we were comfortable and happy in what we were doing.
We both felt very welcome, trusted and valued which made us feel like part of the team.
It was… read more
2 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Bob)
We so enjoyed having Bob and Becca stay with us. What was going to be a couple of weeks volunteering here, turned into almost a couple of months (due to lockdowns in France) However that was definately to our advantage as they helped move so many of our projects forward and got so much done.
They also took care of the animals like the ducks and… read more
They also took care of the animals like the ducks and… read more
(Excellent)
26 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ana & Mathieu) for host
A random decision to stay on this farm turned out to be 3 weeks of learning, discoveries, challenges, fun but most importantly feeling like home. Both Mat and me had no prior experience in permaculture, farming, woodland etc. so we thought this would be a huge challenge for us. But what we didn't know was that Karen and Glen are people not only… read more
25 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana & Mathieu)
A five star rating seems inadequate for these two incredible people. No sooner had they arrived here, when it felt like we had known them for ages. They fitted right in with the household chores, the crazy dogs, the huge pigs and other farm animals (Ana even came to tolerate the billy goat smell!)
Ana and Mat spent 3 weeks with us and the time… read more
Ana and Mat spent 3 weeks with us and the time… read more
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Gurvan)
Gurvan spent 2 weeks with us in January and was happy to tackle all tasks large and small no matter what the weather.
He helped with animal feeding,moving and constructing a new chicken run, sheep moves, felling trees, chipping and other garden related tasks. There were many times the he would work a full day just to give us a hand with an… read more
He helped with animal feeding,moving and constructing a new chicken run, sheep moves, felling trees, chipping and other garden related tasks. There were many times the he would work a full day just to give us a hand with an… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
This was Charlotte's first workaway experience and she proved to be an amazing young lady and super star volunteer.
Self-assured, self motivated, always helpful, and totally committed to any tasks that we gave her.
She is a fast learner, and became really confident in looking after all our animals. She is empathetic, practical with lots of… read more
Self-assured, self motivated, always helpful, and totally committed to any tasks that we gave her.
She is a fast learner, and became really confident in looking after all our animals. She is empathetic, practical with lots of… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
Time goes by too fast here! I had the pleasure to stay two weeks at the Noon’s small holding in Bretagne and I had such an amazing time there. Karen and Glen are very welcoming and you'll feel at home there in no time. The days are well organized and rhythmic, we had penty of things to do such as feeding the animals, working in the garden, cutting… read more
15 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Natassia & Michael) for host
Karen and Glen were incredibly welcoming from the get-go. It was a wonderful experience, as we always knew what we should be doing. The work was educational, fun, and always a group effort- workawayers and hosts alike.
Karen and Glen have a wealth of knowledge and are always willing to answer any and all questions. They always work with you,… read more
Karen and Glen have a wealth of knowledge and are always willing to answer any and all questions. They always work with you,… read more
11 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Natassia & Michael)
Michel and Tasha are a friendly, enthusiastic, warm hearted couple who fitted right in with life here.
Willing to give 100% on every task undertaken, they seemed to love all the outdoor challenges.
They arrived here with not much of experience of farm animals, but embraced all the daily tasks and very soon became capable and confident in dealing… read more
Willing to give 100% on every task undertaken, they seemed to love all the outdoor challenges.
They arrived here with not much of experience of farm animals, but embraced all the daily tasks and very soon became capable and confident in dealing… read more
(Excellent)
6 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Maxime)
Alice and Maxime stayed with us for 10 days - and the time flew past! They are the most charming couple you can hope to host. They are engaged, interested, helpful and hard working. They are also responsible and practical. Allowing us a rare day off and taking care of everything on the farm whilst we celebrated a birthday.
Apart from all the work… read more
Apart from all the work… read more
(Excellent)
13 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Maxime) for host
Karen and Glenn are two genuine & kind persons. We had a wonderful 10-days stay in which we felt as a part of the family as well as a real team in the garden.
- Karen has a lot of knowledge in permaculture and you feel both her talents and her love in the garden.
- Glenn is a very skilled man and explains concepts an processes in a very… read more
- Karen has a lot of knowledge in permaculture and you feel both her talents and her love in the garden.
- Glenn is a very skilled man and explains concepts an processes in a very… read more
6 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
This is the second time that I came past time on Glenn and Karen's farm and it always a pleasure. I had to taking care of a lot of animals like pigs, chinkens, turkeys, ducks, sheep and goats and also a beautiful garden. They had a lot of experience and knowledge and they take their time to explain me and answer my question. I learn lots of things… read more
9 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Garance and Luc are truly an amazing young couple and we thoroughly enjoyed having them learn and work with us for 5 days. They are polite, friendly and easy guests to have around the house. Clean and respectful of communal spaces.
They carried out each task thoroughly and carefully and asked questions which we encourage. They have a good level… read more
They carried out each task thoroughly and carefully and asked questions which we encourage. They have a good level… read more
(Excellent)
11 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
This was Charlottes first experience with Workaway and we throughly enjoyed hosting her. She is thoughtful, reliable, learns quickly and is very through with everything she tackles.
We found Charlotte to be really good with all the animals, and showed interest in thier care and welfare. She is a super pleasant lady and comes across as self… read more
We found Charlotte to be really good with all the animals, and showed interest in thier care and welfare. She is a super pleasant lady and comes across as self… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with Glen and Karen.
It was pleasant that they liked to share knowledge with me. They are really friendly.
The accommodation was perfect. The food is very good and they care about what you like or you don't like to eat.
I was really happy to take care of animals and the vegetable garden and learnt a lot of things.
Thank… read more
It was pleasant that they liked to share knowledge with me. They are really friendly.
The accommodation was perfect. The food is very good and they care about what you like or you don't like to eat.
I was really happy to take care of animals and the vegetable garden and learnt a lot of things.
Thank… read more
21 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Emelyne)
Emelyne is simply the dream Workaway candidate. She is curious, fun, pro-active, interesting to talk with, keen to learn new things and a real hard worker. She is clean, tidy and respectful of other peoples space and habits. She quickly adapted to a new enviroment with skill and ease, and helping out with a huge array of different tasks, always… read more
(Excellent)
19 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emelyne) for host
Karen et Glen sont des personnes en or ! J’ai passé une dizaine de jours chez eux et mon seul regret est de ne pas être restée plus longtemps. Ils sont tous les deux extrêmement bienveillants, et ont fait en sorte que cette expérience soit riche au niveau des missions mais aussi humainement. Karen a beaucoup à partager de ses expériences en… read more
31 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Oscar)
Oscar arrived at our site for his first workaway experience with his customary enthusiasm, openness to learn and willingness to get stuck into any task.
He stayed with us for a month and we loved hosting him. We found him to be intelligent, articulate, discreet, reflective and also easy going and friendly. We enjoyed sharing ideas (and his… read more
He stayed with us for a month and we loved hosting him. We found him to be intelligent, articulate, discreet, reflective and also easy going and friendly. We enjoyed sharing ideas (and his… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Oscar) for host
Karen and Glenn are two wonderful hardworking people who know a lot about permaculture and many other topics. Karen is an amazing person that is always worried about you having a good workawaying experience, she's very easy going, extremely organized, which is essential for permaculture, and loves to share everything that is in her hands to share.… read more
15 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna Charlotte)
Anna was a joy to host, and we really enjoyed her company as she worked with us on our projects. She stayed for 2 weeks, and from the outset her communication was clear and friendly, and she immediately fitted into life and the work patterns here.
Anna came to us as she was keen to learn about permaculture, and get to know and work with farm… read more
Anna came to us as she was keen to learn about permaculture, and get to know and work with farm… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anna Charlotte) for host
Karen and Glen are wonderful people and I couldn‘t be more happy about that I‘ve had the opportunity to stay with them. I stayed for 2 weeks and I really enjoyed. They live in a beautiful area with a big garden and all the animals around, not to forget their 4 lovely dogs! We worked together on different projects of their permaculture farming and… read more
23 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Steve)
Steve was a fantastic volunteer here at our project. He was a hard working, proactive, neat, clean, friendly and a very interesting person to host. He helped me in all aspects of daily life around our small farm which included looking after animals, moving sheep, fixing fences, chipping wood etc. I would highly recommend Steve for any future work… read more
(Excellent)
21 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Steve) for host
I stayed on this property for a week and a variety of jobs i.e. Feeding and looking after chickens, goats, turkeys, pigs and sheep; fixing shelters, clearing trees, chipping branches and moving fences. I had a very comfortable bed and room and my own bathroom. Karen, my host was very friendly and cooked all my evening meals and gave me the run of… read more
20 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Leonie & Leonie)
The two Leonies stayed with us for a week, and helped out with animal routines (goats, pigs, chickens, turkeys) they helped clear a field of brush, weeded vegetable gardens and helped out with fencing. On their time off they took our bikes and went to see various attractions.
They were a real pleasure to host, and worked hard. We found both girls… read more
They were a real pleasure to host, and worked hard. We found both girls… read more
(Excellent)
