Rehabilitation of a 15th-century farm in the heart of Cévennes, Ardèche

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  Description

  We are Charline and Damien, a Belgian-French 30-something couple who settled down in Ardèche (Southern France) in 2018. Our 15th-century farm is located in the "Parc Naturel Régional des Monts d'Ardèche" in the North of Cévennes. We are both isolated (no visible neighbors) and close (2km) to a very nice and active village (Jaujac).
  
  As we arrived recently and we have large buildings and lands, we are looking for volunteers to help us in the outdoor (mainly) and indoor works (not much this year) for rehabilitating this place and creating edible gardens following permaculture principles. No need for previous experience, but motivation, resourcefulness, and cheerfulness is required. The kind of works required this year is clearing the land around the house, building a fence for our goats, and taking care of our garden and fruit trees. Of course, depending on your skills on wood/stone-work, gardening, ... you may help in other ways as well. We will also appreciate punctual help in the daily duties (kitchen, cleaning, ...).
  
  The surroundings offer great hikes (~1000m mountains), nice rivers and an active village, all within a walking distance from the house.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  In addition to enjoying life in such a beautiful landscape, you will have the opportunity to learn about permaculture and sharing with us and other visiting people about experience and travels.

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  Projects involving children

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

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  Help

  - Clearing the land around the house (old stone terraces and stairs) which has been invaded by brambles, trees, and weeds.
  - Building a fence for our goats
  - Gardening
  - Manage water on the land (create ponds, reclaim old water sources, ...)
  - Contribute to daily chores

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  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.
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  Accommodation

  Multiple options: bed in a separate room in the house (probably shared with some others) or outside in a tent if you prefer. A bathroom/shower (shared) is available in the house.
  Food (mainly organic and local) is offered. Everybody should help in preparing meals.
  Internet access is available.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  Hours expected

  5 hours a day, 5 days a week