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Hello, we have acquired a large old house in the French countryside, near to Paris (1 hour) which we are going to renovate using old techniques in order to preserve the age of the house. We started since may 2023. We did a lot with the help of a lot of workaways !
We have already had 17 workaways coming from different country :-) We would like to finish the second part of the house before the may 2024 !
Renovations's work such as : do some sanding, painting, work in the garden, photography in equestrian centers, work with wood.
If you don't have experience, it doesn't matter, we learn :-) if you have one, that's a plus !
There is a lot of specialties of France next to us , like Champagne, cheese, castles ... :-)
See you soon ! :-)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
With us, you can learn some ancient technique of renovation, the French country culture, the language.
Help
We need help in renovating this stone house. It is about masonry, wood cutting, pipe installation.
You do not need to have any experience in this activity. You come when you want and can leave when you want.
Languages
Languages spoken
French: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
Each personne from workaway said in one week, there french was better and better :-) that's true, we can talk with them in french !
Accommodation
You will be provided with food and lodging. You do not have to work all day. You will also be able to walk around to discover.
What else ...
Please note that we are one hour from Paris, if you wish to visit this beautiful capital of love.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a big garden !
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4-5 hours per day, 5 days/ 7
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So during my three weeks at Manon's and Greg's we (the 4 workaway mousquetaires) built a terasse and started the garden.
We ate the meals together and talked a lot in French and English.
All in all Manon has the talent to make everything homey and pretty, Greg has… read more
