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Participate in our family life in Vandenesse en Auxois, France

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a Scottish/Manchester/French family with 2 young kids. We have a 6 bedroom house with pool and garden. We have spectacular views of a medieval chateau. We love music,art,culture,laughing,sunshine! Our home is very friendly and rustic. We are 30 mins from Dijon,30 mins from Beaune. Close to lakes for swimming and canoeing etc. We are right beside the Canal de Bourgogne.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You could learn and have help with English and French. Experience the magnificent countryside, relax enjoy the pool. Cook with us. Go on little trips and really enjoy the local culture.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Really we would love the volunteers to participate in our busy life. Bit of cleaning and gardening. Family life really.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We can offer camping. Or a double room with bathroom.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    You will have access to bicycles. Also you can catch the bus to Dijon everyday. Here it is very much country living at a relaxed pace. However,we try to be organised and flexible. We have had au pairs and helpers in the past. It all worked out very well. It's a great area if you love nature,sunshine and fun outdoors. We often are very busy at the weekend. But we are always willing to help. We will always try when possible to eat homemade food together.

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    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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