Unique guesthouse artist studio - Helpers & Caretakers needed

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EXCLUSIVE ARTIST home, studio and sanctuary is in a tropical wilderness on a beautiful lake. The Sanctuary is a unique hidden getaway that is known for its magical experiences, including travellers who are renting our properties and titled as super host. Many unique artists and guests from all over the world have landed here to recharge themselves and then off to another world. I have made many friends through Workaway and hosting, I am grateful for that.

My project is located on tranquil Louisiana Indian grounds (over 200 years ago) which slowly developed into a rustic community. With on going projects, this setting offers unique experiences to encourage creativity and spirituality. I believe in offering space of positive energy, mindfulness along with quality work in a caring safe environment.

NEED:
Oct.- Nov. - Dec.: Caretaker for upkeep duties (details below)

ABOUT KATHLEEN:
I am a multi-talented practicing artist and experienced carpenter with expertise in historical restoration, solar passive concepts. I worked 10 years as a property developer for Belize ecology & wildlife projects and a guesthouse. The guesthouse/ home studio was built using recycled materials all completely from scratch. A super cool place on the lake now used for retreats and guests.
As a volunteer I have helped to develop the Art & Culture Center. Our progress and popularity is nationally and internationally recognized by its unique activities and devotion with warm hospitality and mindfulness. You can attend all these wonderful activities doing your stay.

SEPT. : WORKER'S duty; are to shine up the place, both inside and out. Requires getting dirty, a little sweat and some labor to get it all done by the end of Sept. --
OCT.- NOV.- DEC. : need general upkeep, assisting in case I am not here and be responsible as if you own the place
in full respect. must have references for "caring" as I will read your profile. The work hours are the same but there is
less labor work compare to Sept. over haul.
Type of help
Gardening
General Maintenance
Other
Help in the house
Help with Computers / internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
At the culture center near by are numerous french speakers, old and young gather for the french table
Cajun/Creole music and language exchange, near by.
Explore the nature in the area.
We are an international HUB> We are of conscious learning and sharing.
We are a friendly community.
Help
You can participate by sharing your skills and hospitality.

The Sanctuary NEEDS:
General cleaning, handy work, ground work, landscaping, interior work and some ladder work to paint, if suited.
Computer skills; organizing different files related to the arts and sanctuary.
If you know sheet rock taping, that would be GREAT. Tile work, GREAT.

Requirements; motivated, cleanliness, respectful with alcohol consumption, drug free zone, 4:20 friendly.
If you have these skills and you do not have a vehicle, I will consider.
Laziness is not in this package or you will be on your way.

Come Join me and have an experience with Kathleen.
Languages spoken
English
Accommodation
We offer you boarding room, private room and outdoor kitchen & shower with a fantastic view over the water.
You have your own kitchen and great view of the lake. The outdoor shower is attached to your room, very
cool.
What else ...
Social activities will be arranged for you to experience cajun/creole music, swamp-nature outings--an adventure.
Art gallery activities and Language exchange--french speaking throughout the area.
There are kayaking and canoeing, hiking around in nature, birding, jam sessions.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Flexible - 25 hours max -you can contribute more hours if you wish and create some of your own creation

Photos

Side view hillside lawn

Sunrise view from deck.

This will be the eco parc adjoined to the village. Project will be landscaping and boardwalk & deck building.

Feedback left by and about host (27)

11/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Richard)

Richard was great. Our community was thrilled by his presence, skills and effort to take his time for our needs.
We had a TINY HOUSE STUDIO project going on and he was a big help. Richard also gave a lecture and presented his
story on sustainable living that was fantastic. I hope h returns to our growing community, we need more like him!!

(Excellent )

21/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Richard) for host

I am so grateful for my week there and in the Arnaudville community. George was a fantastic host, always looking out for us volunteers and made sure we had enjoyable projects to work on. The community is amazing. I was brought in to potlucks, dinners, and plenty of events in my short time. I highly recommend it and Arnaudville for anyone who is… read more

(Excellent )

22/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Judith)

Judith was special, the most upbeat among all my volunteers.
Her free spirited mode was in full throttle, quite fun to live and work with.
I was impress with her motivation, consciousness and devotion.
We worked very well together, sharing and enjoyed our down time.
Judith is a very connecting person with her heart first to reach out.
Judith has… read more

(Excellent )

19/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host

It's been 48 hours since leaving and I'm missing the people, the sweet town of Arnaudville, and the beautiful view of the lake. This was a great Workaway experience as I learned a great deal, met wonderfully welcoming people, enjoyed the area, and SO appreciate the time, attention and genuine care that Kathleen offers each and every day. We must… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Kit)

KIT, A angel working in the workaway system, is ideal for anyone who appreciates an educated, mannerism conduct, conscious awareness and purely loving. My first and last impression is purely positive. Kit takes pride in her work, goes
beyond herself to make the most quality of the work needed. Kit takes care of herself in all responsibilities, no… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Kit) for host

When I arrived to Kathleen's to begin my two week stay, I instantly felt at ease and as if I have walked into a familiar and loving safe haven. Kathleen is one of the warmest and most inspiring of creatives you can get to know, and she continuously radiates compassion and understanding at all times. My primary task was to photograph the exterior… read more

(Excellent )

11/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

I stayed with Kathleen for one week. I helped at The Sanctuary, cleaning and organizing. Such a beautiful setting! I loved being there. I also helped out a lot, cleaning and organizing the tool room, doing dishes, helping with events. It is a wonderful organization, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there, surrounded by artists, musicians, and… read more

(Excellent )

23/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Catherine) for host

I absolutely loved my experience in Arnaudville and name it as one of the best thing I did during my 4 months trip to the USA. Kathleen and the staff are warm, very welcoming, but above all, passionate about the community of Arnaudville and every project that make it grow. I thank Kathleen for teaching me how to manage an event project ( I worked… read more

(Excellent )

01/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Catherine)

Very sweet and brilliant person. Creative journalist with a passion for French culture. Took charge as a leader in organizing and managing a complicated project. She went above and beyond to achieve physical labor and computer skills. Great charisma and very harmonic while working with others. Was outstanding and complimented by other… read more

(Excellent )

01/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Pigeon)

An astounding helper!
Premium choice for volunteer work, very skillful, educated and well versed in her field of sustainable practices with gardening.
My super woman with lots of skills and went beyond her self! Great team worker compatible with everyone. Very positive attitude, always taking up slack and taking charge where she saw a need.… read more

(Excellent )

01/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Josef)

Musically encouraging and entertaining.
Good public communication and representing our project.
Respectful, good team worker and great cook.

Thanks,
Kathleen

(Good )

31/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Elina & Jérémy) for host

Here I am now, came back in France after I've been in this so particular place..

It's very plesant to stay here for several reasons; it's an Art gallery dedicated to local artists, potluck, cajun music, performs, workshop staff for languages (especially french!), cuisine, many cultural exchanges in a very friendly atmosphere!

Georges, the… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie)

Yes, Maggie was a charm, as she achieved whatever was there, she wanted to learn.
Maggie was smart and was very intune with communication, laughs and kindness.
She worked well with the group and was a ball of fun.
I will her the best in her life, she is special.
we'll miss her for sure.
thank you

(Very good )

03/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Maggie) for host

I love this place so much and was very sad to leave. What makes it so fantastic is the community involvement...I really felt like I lived there as I got to know all of the incredible people who make this the wonderful place it is. The working hours and high standards are demanding, and volunteers are expected to be able to produce quality results… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Pirottin)

Yes, Alex was special. He took an interest in everything and was really motivated.
He was great with his photographing and was creative in his ways of doing things.
He worked well with the others and we really appreciated his compassionate ways.
thank you.
best to you.
k

(Excellent )

03/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Pirottin) for host

Mon experience en Louisiane fut sans doute une des plus enrichissante. Si vous travaillez assez dur et si vous y mettait de la bonne volonté vous rencontrerez et apprécierez les personnes les plus chaleureuses et accueillantes qu'il soit.

Pour ma part je me suis impliqué en construisant quelques affaires et j'ai pu ainsi améliorer mon… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)

Marie and her companion were just great, with lots of laughs.
Hard workers and always wanting to learn more.
they worked well the others and accomplished alot.
we miss them!
best to your journey

(Very good )

03/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host

we had a really great time there. We learn a lot. The people, the food, the music, the ladies was amazing! We miss you a lot. Miss la maison des artistes! We danced, we laugh, we met locals from Arnaudville, great heart. Thanks again to the family.

Une experience qui nous a marqué on y retourne n'importe quand le plus tôt possible. Georges,… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)

They were great to have and very good for our organization.
they were very helpful and worked well in harmony with the projects.
We already miss them so we hope they will come back.
Best to you on your journey.

(Excellent )

26/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

Adam and I had a great Louisiana-experience here. We really felt a different atmosphere here compared to other parts of the US. We really enjoyed getting to know the amazing artists and volunteers. There is so much going on there! George, the director, is a great storyteller and he explained us a lot about the French connection in Louisiana. We… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Nia)

Nia was outstanding, strong and very on board with such a task to take care of the gallery. She did so much for the organization, just smart and motivated. She had such a positive attitude and great
outreach to the public. We were sad when she left but life goes on, she is reaching out to the world
and will achieve her many goals.
We the family… read more

(Excellent )

14/12/2015

Left by Workawayer (Nia) for host

This is a wonderful place to live and work. The friends and connections I've made here are will last all my life. My original plan was to stay for 3 weeks, but I spent almost 3 months here among the lovey people of Arnaudville. I highly recommenced them to all who seek a unique creative cultural experience among some of the world's the greatest… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Louise & Lucas)

Louise and Lucas were just wonderful to be with and so generous and caring.
We worked well together and had fun. They were prompt and conscious of everything, valuing
life and simplicity. they were great workers and such a pleasure to have.
I hope they return.
Best to them, will miss them.

(Excellent )

29/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Louise & Lucas) for host

Staying here was an excellent way to meet locals, to get to know the local culture like crawfish parties, French Cajun langage and music...
Plus, this is a big and beautiful and full of arts warehouse where meeting people is an everyday activity.
Being a volonteer there has been great since you can work with many different peoples in many… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Emile)

Emile was always on board and motivated. He was proud of everything he had to do and was very friendly to the community.
I wish him the best and he is very welcome back.
We miss him as a family member.

(Very good )

31/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Emile) for host

I spent three weeks here and I would have loved to stay longer. Arnaudville is a beautiful little town where you can easily stay for months without even realizing it. The warehouse is an amazing space that showcases local art and provides a great insight into the french speaking traditions of Lousiana. I felt really welcomed by the community and I… read more

(Excellent )

02/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Oliver) for host

I spent 11 days here. I did lots of different stuff, first gardening and cleaning at
the house of Kathleen, then working at the cabin of Noah in the garden and fixing
the floor in one room.
I did some work in the gallery, some cleaning and I helped
with the potluck.
It was a great experience and I felt always very welcome. I highly
recommend this… read more

(Excellent )

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