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Description
We are renovating an old house in France and setting up a small private orchard behind the house. We speak English, Dutch and Thai. At the moment there is 1 guestroom available in the house.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Depending on what kind of work you like to do you can learn more about gardening/establishing an orchard, or renovating an old French house. We also have a small (1ha) forest that needs some maintenance once in a while. We can discuss what needs to be done at the moment and what you like to do to find things that fit your skill set.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
There is a wide range of projects in and around the house, ranging from small building projects, painting, plumbing to gardening and forestry. Whatever you are comfortable with, I'm sure we have something to do for you!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Thai: Fluent
Accommodation
There is a guest room in the house that has a bed, table, chair. Other spaces (like kitchen and bathroom) are shared.
We will provide 3 meals a day if you are ok with eating whatever we eat.
What else ...
We expect about 3 hours a day of work. The rest of the time you are free to do whatever you like around here. The French countryside, quiet, beautiful and green. A good time to chill in the garden and read a book. There is a bicycle available for you to cycle to the village (2.5km from the house. Internet is available, but not super fast.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of room for caravans or campers, either near the house or on an even larger and very private field 100 meters from the house.
Can possibly accept pets
Well behaved animals are welcome.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 3 hours a day.
