Exchange languages and help me with some gardening and building projects in Bouyon, France

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2022

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I am a french american male i speak french english italian fluently,german i need a refreshing course and spanish pretty good and i been living here since 2003 prior to that i lived in northern california,
i bought this place who was in a bad shape and since i have done a lot of improvements, as an outdoor kitchen with a woodburning oven, bar counter roof. i am surrounded by a lot of greeneries and a small river going through the bottom of my property 2000 sq meter, the village is about 2km of the property. My village name is Bouyon. I am about 30 minuts of Nice airport and 40 minuts from downtown nice, 45 minuts from monaco and the same to cannes.Only 2 buses daily but i will be your driver. I will be glad to give you more information by phone or skype
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
if interested in cooking i will teach, also i can teach you french and english. there is a lot of local sights to visit, i will be your guide
Help
i would welcome some help in gardening landscaping, building some stone walls and steps outdoor and some general maintenance indoor and outdoor
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
the house has a kitchen with living room upstairs and downstairs 2 bedrooms and in between a bathroom i will provide a private bedroom with sharing a bathroom.I do expect that you help in house chores (taches menageres)
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
there is parking at the bottom of the property
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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27/02/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Wishnuputra)

I am so lucky to meet Wishnu,he is so calm no stress and very helpfull he has done some electrical repairs, took care of my laptop, just got a new one he download from the old one to an extern hardrive and to my new one, he was a clean person,took care of house chores, to any host i recommend him, wush you a safe return to Padova, looking forwar… read more

(Excellent )

25/02/2022

Left by Workawayer (Wishnuputra) for host

I would like to thank you very much for your hospitality. Lucien is very caring during my stay. The room is very comfortable and warm. The surrounding environment is very calm and quiet. I always sleep well everyday. You can hear the water flowing and the bird singing. Lucien always prepare amazing food and desserts. He also introduced me to… read more

(Excellent )

17/11/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Rohan)

A plesant experience with Rohan unfortunately he only spent less than 10 days, during that time he followed all my instructions, and perform always with the smile from the morning until the evening, i recommend Rohan to his future hosts just give him instructions and he will do the job,i am looking forward to see him next summer,again thank you… read more

(Excellent )

15/11/2021

Left by Workawayer (Rohan) for host

I stayed with Lucien for just over a week and am only sad I couldnt stay longer!
Lucien is a fantastic host and makes you feel immediately welcome with intriguing conversation and amazing food. The working hours are very fair, and although sometimes physically demanding, the jobs are rewarding and allowed me to develop practical skills. Cultural… read more

(Excellent )

20/09/2021

Left by Workawayer (Alexandre) for host

I stayed for 3 weeks at Luciens place. We manage to continue a wall made of huge rocks. He could get grumpy when tired but he can also be kind and teach you thing if you wish or ask. The place is nice and between two mountain, far from the big town of Nice but you can get here by car. Thanks

(Very good )

13/09/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)

Alex was a pleasure working and spending time,he worked hard always with a smileand always loves to learn new things he worked on building a stone wall reinforced with steel and concrete he learned how to use a a chainsaw,a saber saw, a brush cutter and a grinder, merci pour toute ton aide et a bientot j'espere, he is always welcomed back.

(Excellent )

28/06/2021

Left by Workawayer (Christoph) for host

I am very grateful to Lucien for the opportunity to have this experience. I was received very warmly and Lucien is an exceptional host who fulfills all wishes. Lucien shared patiently all his experiences with me. Lucien’s cooking skills are insanely good, and he cooked every day a new creation. Thank you very much Lucien and I wish you all the… read more

(Excellent )

27/06/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph)

Christoph ,thank you for the excellent work you have done during your stay ,you have a good attitude, good manners and wow your strong stamina to build that stone wall, i recommend you to your future hosts, enjoy your trip and take care of yourself, Lucien

(Excellent )

09/06/2021

Left by Workawayer (panagiota) for host

I would like to thank Lucien for his generosity. Im really, very much grateful. I also appreciated a lot that he offered to give me a lift when i wanted to go to the city. The house is surrounded by nature and the place is beautiful. Definitely i wont forget the apricot- ginger jam, what an interesting combination. I wish you healthiness and… read more

(Very good )

29/05/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (panagiota)

Yiota, has spent 2 weeks on this property during that period she has been working outdoor weeding walls and and grounds also she has been cleaning the interior of the house, she is a hard worker thank you for all your help wish you the best and you are welcome back.

(Very good )

02/05/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Linus)

Thank you Linus for having spent 1 month helping me with hard work, motivation, incutting and splitting wood for the fireplace building a retainer stone walls,weeding cutting branches and so much you have done, you have learned a lot of recipes, i wish you the best and looking forward to see you again

(Excellent )

02/05/2021

Left by Workawayer (Linus) for host

This was my first experience with workaway and it couldnt be better! Lucien is a very gentle and welcoming person and his place in the mountains is very beautiful with an impressive nature. There was a lot of different work to be done such as gardening and building stone walls, he explained everything very well and it was a pleasure to help him.… read more

(Excellent )

22/02/2021

Left by Workawayer (Alexandre) for host

Really happy to met this man with a lot of experiences, humour and fast quips, story of his life in the US, he gave me a lot of advice for several things, also Lucien house and the area where i spend 3 weeks is just amazing. I had great time thanks again Lu' !!!

(Excellent )

21/02/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)

Alex has been of a great help during the 3 weeks he spent here,he is very motivated young man, he enjoy the outdoors activities, chopping wood and stacking all neatly,and clearing all bushes using the brush cutter,chainsaw, in one word i recommand him to any future host and Alex you are welcome anytime and wish you the best.

(Excellent )

29/09/2020

Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host

My experience with Lucien was great and very instructive. Lucien is a gentle guy, very welcoming and accommodating. he always take care of me to be sure that all is ok. And he is a great and passionnate chef! I never eat so good of my life and he taught me the basic for cooking that will help me for my life. Thanks Lucien to share your knowledge… read more

(Excellent )

27/09/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)

Philippe left yesterday after spending 3 weeks, he has accomplished so much always on the go i kept telling him stop now its enough for today and always same reply i am almost done i have to finish this project, i had such a good time, fun conversation, he helped me reconnecting my ipad, my wifi, my surveillance camera, i have enjoyed teaching him… read more

(Excellent )

28/07/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Francesco)

Francesco another new workawayer,such a good listener always with a smile, followed all my instructions, and he gave an important contribution to my projects, and no more leeks inside the house he repaired from the roof and the interior, prepared all the stones for building a retaining wall reinforced with steel concrete and stones ,it was such a… read more

(Excellent )

27/07/2020

Left by Workawayer (Francesco) for host

My first experience as a workawayer has been stimulating and constructive in many ways, first of all Lucien has a lot of life experience and is a great connoisseur of everything about catering, this leads him to be always ready to provide advice that can be useful in many ways. Great cook ! Anyway there is a lot of work to do! I cut stone and… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Matthieu) for host

I stayed about 2 weeks with Lucien and it was a great experience. Lucien is a gentle person and he gave me a warm welcome. He is a great chef and he made sure that I never left the table hungry. We had a lot of nice and funny conversation with a glass of wine or beer. Work was never to hard and I enjoyed helping him. I totally recommend Lucien has… read more

(Excellent )

10/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Matthieu)

It was a pleasure to host Matthieu he performed an excellent job building a retaining stone wall reenforced with steel and concrete, he has reorganized and done a super cleaning in the kitchen, this guy is amazing a workaholic, i recommend him to anyone considering to host him and wish him all the best for his next adventure

(Excellent )

02/10/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Robert)

Robert a first timer workawayer has been here in Bouyon 2 weeks,he has been a wonderfull person , had a good attitude, did not have experience but was a good listener he accoplished a hard task in building a stonewall reenforced with steel and concrete and could lift those very heavy stones, his french was not too good and he has improved. I… read more

(Excellent )

02/10/2019

Left by Workawayer (Robert) for host

My first workaway experience was really amazing. I stayed with Lucien for 2 weeks and I really enjoyed this period. He is a nice person from whom you can learn a lot and he's always ready to tell you an amazing story. He took care of me , always making sure I don't miss anything. The food was lovely and always enough. Lucien never outworked me and… read more

(Excellent )

20/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Scott) for host

My experience with Lucien was nothing short of memorable. I have learnt things that I will carry with me for the rest of my life, as well as having some great times. The region is right in the mountains to the north of Nice but you never are very far from local areas or the town itself. Lucien is very welcoming and accommodating. He always ensured… read more

(Excellent )

20/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Scott)

I a been so blessed having Scott as a workawayer, he is terrific and such a great attitude,thank you for all the great help you gave me and You have the best ideas all the time (lol we had fun),Scott i am looking to have you back, and wish you a merry christmas.

(Excellent )

28/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Brandon) for host

Thank you so much Lucien for such an amazing first experience through Workaway! You're an awesome guy and I always had a great time, even when I was on the job. There was a lot of work to be done but you never worked me too hard. On the weekends I had an easy time finding my way to Monaco, Nice, and other surrounding towns but just hanging out… read more

(Excellent )

20/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Brandon)

I had such a rewarding experience with you Brandon your first workaway experience here in Bouyon,whatever you did you did it with love, and a natural effort to acheive any project, you painted like a pro,i really like the stone work on the steps you did,and wow you can handle that sledge hammer,you are so strong,you never complaint , thank you for… read more

(Excellent )

02/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Federico) for host

I stayed at Lucien's house for more than expected.
I came there for learning French, and it was a great opportunity to do it. From the beginning he always spoke French with, giving me advice and tips for pronunciation and grammar. After my time spent there I was able to speak and communicate in a good way, and it is good because I started almost… read more

(Excellent )

02/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Federico)

Federico was supposed to be here for 8 days he stayed 3 weeks it was a pleasure to have him here, he did not have experience in construction or gardening but he had the willingness of helping me out and he did a great job, what a nice person to deal with, smiling all the time and took initiative, enough say federico you are one of the best guy i… read more

(Excellent )

26/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Joshua)

Josh you have spent 2 monthes you dont realise how time flies, i have had such a nice experience having you here your first workaway experience, you have good manners,polite and you helped me good, i miss you already and you are always welcome back i wish you a lot of success in your future and hopefully you have learned facts of life here in… read more

(Excellent )

23/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Joshua) for host

I stayed at Lucien's little project for a month and a half. A time during which he did his best to make me feel welcome; introducing me to his friends, taking me out to view the nearby sites and Villages, and feeding me like a prince.
The room he offered was very comfortable, relatively private and especially cozy during the cold winter months I… read more

(Very good )

07/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (John) for host

Thank you Lucien for your hospitality and great food, I'll try to drop by for a visit while I'm in the area!

(Good )

03/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (John)

It was good to have you here at the property you were very helpfull in digging,weeding, it was a lot of shoveling and he did a lot while he spent 2 weeks. Thank you John see you soon,Lucien

(Good )

29/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Fabio) for host

I have passed a great month at Lucien's home, where I improved my french by speaking it every day with him and his friends. He taught me also some French recipes (meat, sauces, cakes..) and he gave me useful tips to live a better life.
The surroundings are beautiful, not only Nice and Monaco, but especially the tiny villages built with rocks I… read more

(Excellent )

26/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Fabio)

I highly recommend Fabio he is a great workawayer and a friend now,he is very charming,sportive, intelligent,polite ,well educated and a great pizzaiolo, he taught me different techniques of pizza dough,He is an early riser and worked very hard and it was very hot, Take care Fabio thank you for your great help and see you next year.

(Excellent )

12/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (nicholas)

(Neutral )

11/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (nicholas) for host

(Neutral )

23/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Soren & Becky) for host

Awesome experience!
Lucien is a very kind and interesting person so working and living with him was an absolute pleasure. I'd love to come back!
Thank you Lucien for everything you taught me, all the incredible food as well as everything else!
À bientôt, j'espere!

(Excellent )

23/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Soren & Becky)

I am your first workawayer experience soren, i only have positives comments, you are such a nice young man,you did not have experience and after a month you become the best, you have such a great attitude, i enjoyed your stay so much and your music too,you are always welcome back,take care soren, Lucien.

(Excellent )

20/02/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Shihkuo)

Amos i love your smile you always smile you brought me a sunshine in this house and you are such a perfectionist you start something and you finish it really good, you were a good student you have improved your french so much,well you are part of the friends i have made through workaway,now in nimes where you enjoy and you are always welcome

(Excellent )

19/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Shihkuo) for host

I stayed with my very first host Lucien for three weeks in January. It's definitely a unforgetable experience! He taught me how to break the woods, to live in econimy way, to improve French...and many useful stuffs with kind and patient. (and he DID push me hard on learning French :) ) I had such a good time during my stay. Besides works, he… read more

(Excellent )

28/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Steven) for host

Lucien you were my first workaway experience, and what a time we had! Very kind, very friendly and you quickly became a very close friend; I grew very fond of you, and your friends.
I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you taught me, including my basic french; you have a vast knowledge of many things. My skills were… read more

(Excellent )

25/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Steven)

Steven you are in spain now almost 3 weeks you are enjoying the weather and the workawayer host, but you are not gone no no no you still here,i miss you you are not a workaway but a friend,we had such a great time,you helped me a lot you are a well experienced constructor now, take care now

(Excellent )

15/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Olivier & Louis)

What a great job and a good attitude you both had i wish you the best, vous etes formidable

(Excellent )

29/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Brian)

Brian i have had a nice experience having you here, you are such a wonderful person you did a good job and i wish you the best

(Very good )

17/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Dominykas) for host

I had an amazing time with Lu. Spent there a month and time flew really fast. He shared a lot of breathtaking stories. Stories never got boring. I can remember one night talking from 10p.m. to 4 in the morning. Also, I appreciate that Lucien taught me some "life lessons" he had experienced by hisself. We got along very fast and it felt like he… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Dominykas)

Hello Domenicka i just want to say thank yoyu for all the good help you gave me while spending a whole month here at the property, i wish you good luck

(Excellent )

22/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Javier) for host

My time on Lucien's place was fantastic. Working while the river flows very close to you, fresh air amazing views... I have enjoyed so much the surroundings, you have a lot of hiking path and if you enjoy trailrunning, the place is heaven.
About Lucien, he has countless stories to share in the afternoon, always in a good mood by then and the most… read more

(Excellent )

19/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Javier)

Javier was a great help for my project,He has a great attitude, a nice smile and i recommend him to anyone, Thank you Javier

(Excellent )

09/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo) for host

One more workaway and another great friend I made. The place is wonderful...couldn't ask for better location, trails on its surroundings; it was pleasant to work around the Alps, creek, small falls, great small villages and with a great host. Lucien is a fun host and an amazing Chef. We spent lots of time sharing stories....he got great… read more

(Excellent )

07/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Rodrigo)

what an experience, Rodrigo you are the best very helpfull always in a good mood, thank you for the great job you did, and hope to see you again soon, i miss you allreday

(Excellent )

07/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Svetlana & Leonid) for host

It was great time for us! Frendly host, a lot of interesting stories, delicious food, wonderful places in Alps. Thank you Lucien!

(Excellent )

07/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Svetlana & Leonid)

It was a wonderfull experience with leonid and sveti, 2 great people, they helped me a lot for 3 weeks, we had a great time, thank you again and if around please let me know, god bless you my friends

(Excellent )

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