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Hello!
We are Cristina and Gerrit-Jan, a Portuguese-Dutch couple living with our three children (6, 10 and 11 years old), our dog, and some cheerful chickens in the heart of Provence. 🌿 At home we mostly speak English and French.
We would be delighted to welcome someone who enjoys sharing their language and passions with children—whether that’s playing, exploring outdoors, music, dancing, drawing, sports, creative activities and speaking to them in your own language so they can learn in a natural and fun way. We also have a piano and a couple of guitars at home, so if you’d like to practice or make music together, you are more than welcome! :)
The first 1–2 weeks are considered a trial period, just to make sure we are a good match and that everyone feels comfortable. Our goal is to create a warm exchange where both sides can truly enjoy and benefit from the experience.
We look forward to welcoming you into our family life here in Provence! 🌸
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Culture
Movies & TV
Music
DIY & crafts
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Writing
Drawing & painting
Astronomy
Fitness
Yoga / Wellness
Team sports
Dancing
Nature
Beach
Outdoor activities
Cycling
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will be exposed to French, as well as English, which we mainly speak at home. If you wish, we can also teach you some Portuguese and Dutch. This is a wonderful opportunity to improve your language skills while enjoying daily life with the family.
You will also have the chance to learn some delicious dishes! 😊 Occasionally, we go on trips around the surrounding area, the Côte d’Azur, and Piemonte (Italy), giving you the opportunity to discover some hidden gems of this beautiful region. Be inspired by the gentleness, pleasures and refinement that epitomize the art of living in Provence.
Help
🤗 Living with our family means adapting to the rhythm of daily life if you want to spend the time with us.🤗
We love sharing our life and making our volunteer feel like a true member of the family.
We are pleased to welcome a volunteer who is interested in sharing their experiences, knowledge, culture, and language with us—especially with the children. Sharing activities such as reading, drawing, painting, sports, playing misuc, etc. are at the heart of this exchange, so creativity is very much encouraged!
You are the right person if:
You genuinely want to be part of a family
You are tolerant, respectful of other cultures, patient, creative, and you enjoy spending time with children—even if they knock on your door before school!
You respect animals
You are curious about exploring the area: Provençal villages, the Côte d’Azur, and enjoy culture, history, art, music, and more
You are optimistic and a smiley person 🙂
👉 Please apply only if you truly love children, are eager to share who you are, showcase your talents, and build a genuine connection with them.
We are a friendly and welcoming family, and you will feel at home. However, if you are only looking for free accommodation and meals without engaging with us, please do not contact us.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Portuguese: FluentThis 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
We live in a lovely detached house, not far from the center of the village. The property includes a garden and a terrace, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.
We offer a cozy room with a double bed, wardrobe, bedside table, and desk. The bathroom and kitchen are shared, and of course, there is Wi-Fi and a washing machine available.
Meals are provided, and we enjoy having lunch and dinner together whenever possible. 😉
Please note: You will be responsible for keeping your room tidy and cleaning up after yourself.
What else ...
We live in a small village, surrounded by forests, beautiful vineyards, and farmland full of olives, fruits, and vegetables. With such lovely surroundings, you can spend your free time cycling, hiking, canoeing, swimming, or even taking a trip to the beach (about 50 minutes away).
You are also welcome to join us on family outings and trips around the region if you wish—but of course, it’s entirely up to you.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Mowgli
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My feedback is totally positive. I’ve been with Martin, Cristina and their beautiful children for less than a month and we had a great time together.
They are very sweet people, they always put effort in… read more
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My feedback is totally positive. I’ve been with Martin, Cristina and their beautiful children for less than a month and we had a great time together.
They are very sweet people, they always put effort in… read more
