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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
29 Nov 2025
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100.0 %
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Description
We are a retired couple (63 years-old). We live in a very nice villa (typical of the french coast - 19th century). We have been renovating it for the past 5 five years and there is still some work to do (mainly decoration). We live a active life, travelling around France and visiting friends. Alain really enjoys gardening and working outside. Joelle is a very good cook (traditional french cooking). We have a dog (crystal).
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Help around the house
Projects involving children
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Help
Help mainly with gardening (vegetable and flowers and pruning) and help with cleaning the house. Also, help with cutting wood.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Accommodation
Beadroom with private bathroom In our house
What else ...
We live in Houlgate a nice little town at the sea side, near Caen (35 min by car/bus), Lisieux (35 min), Deauville (15 min) and Rouen (1h). Our house is 10 min walking from the beach.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
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Feedback (7)
Generally, they are very kind and generous people. Alain took me with him and his friends… read more
We spent lovely evenings enjoying Alain and Joelle's company and conversation, and they welcomed us… read more
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Generally, they are very kind and generous people. Alain took me with him and his friends… read more
We spent lovely evenings enjoying Alain and Joelle's company and conversation, and they welcomed us… read more
