Happy & busy family welcome help in our b&b in sunny south of France with children, garden and house maintenance.

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We're a family of 5, originally from Belgium, newly settled in the South of France. We came here to enjoy the sun and have our children grow up around nature.

We are looking for motivated and energetic people to help us in the house, garden, swimming pool and/or with our 3 wonderful children.

To describe the help we need in more detail;
Help with the children, help around the house, with the renovation of some rooms (painting and more), gardening, swimming pool, cleaning and cooking.
We like proactive people quick and ready to learn with a happy disposition.

Our house has a beautiful view, a vegetable patch, a big garden, a swimming pool and is in a green environment at the entrance of the village of Le Pègue. A lot of walks, bike rides and hikes start at the house and will take you around the area to discover lavender, olive tree fields and vineyards. The Lance mountain is just behind our house and will give you a wonderful view point on the valley below!
We are also close to beautiful medieval villages and small cities, an hour away from Avignon.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
Babysitting / child care
General Maintenance
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Language practice
Help with Computers / internet
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Stephanie loves cooking and is willing to share recipes and discover new ones. She enjoys reading and finds pleasure in discovering new adventures.
Vincent loves the garden and handywork. He shares a lot of his extensive knowledge about handywork and is looking forward to learn more about gardening.
We are happy to share our table and welcome you in our home.
We believe that being close to children also teaches us the important things of life.
Help
We mainly need help with the house, garden and children. Depending on our needs and what you like, it would be a selection of the following:

As we are renovating part of the house we are looking for people who can help paint, clean and work alongside Vincent for eclectic handy work.

We also need help with cleaning the house (sweeping, vacuuming, steaming, windows...) tending to the garden (cleaning, weeding, mowing, trimming, vegetable patch, wood cutting, ...) and the swimming pool (morning and evening in summer).

We also need help with our three children. We are looking for someone with some experience with young children, who is willing to care, play and feed accordingly with our educational values.

We do not work on a fixed schedule but work on wednesday, saturday and sunday. Other days are flexible for volunteering hours and off days.
Languages spoken
English French Spanish
Accommodation
You will be hosted in a separate part of the house in a private room with a shared bathroom.
The daily 3 meals are provided for and mostly cooked by Stephanie. We eat mostly vegetarian food with inspiration from all around the world
We expect breakfast to be finished by 9am, lunch is around 12am and dinner 7.30.
A laundry machine is available.
What else ...
We live in Drome Provencale, a region in the South East of France. The closest cities are Valreas and Nyons. Grignan is a little further and is Montélimar is 30 minutes away by car.
Buses pass in the next village and we are happy to drive you places.

We live in a little village full of nature and on the path of beautiful walks in the area.
We have bikes for you to borrow if you want to discover the countryside which is renowned for biking.

The area has many historical sites. The country is also famous for its wine, lavender, almonds, olives, silks, carpets and ceramics.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (36)

07/06/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Akiyo)

We had a great time with Akiyo. She has been helping a lot with small tasks that she did proactively. The kids liked her and still ask for her, they continue to say itadakimas everyday ;-) It was a pleasure to receive Akiyo. She is a quite force and she is always welcome back!

(Excellent )

07/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Akiyo) for host

They just gave me enough time and my task was amazingly not much. Their kids Eliza, Luice and Zoe are brilliant and clever. This family is fantastic so I realize what I want to do in future. I miss them indeed. I really enjoyed and learned Vegan food. It was so good. I wonder if I helped them but I learned some gardening by Vincent. Stephanie… read more

(Excellent )

16/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Chloe) for host

My experience with Stephanie, Vincent and their three kids was beautiful. The kids are brilliant little teachers of their own! I adored them through all the fun things things we did together. Vincent and Stephanie were easy to talk to about boundaries, what’s expected, and trying new things. There were certain days they brought my friend and I,… read more

(Excellent )

11/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Chloe)

It was amazing to host Chloe and Halia. They are wonderful, smiling, proactive, very helpful, great with the kids and with us. We highly recommend them. We will will see you again if we come to Hawaï !

(Excellent )

28/11/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Hali\\\'a Reili)

It was amazing to host Halia and Chloe. They are wonderful, smiling, proactive, very helpful, great with the kids and with us. We highly recommend them. We will will see you again if we come to Hawaï !

(Excellent )

10/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ilke)

Ilke had a great relationship with the kids and tried her best with the different tasks around the house, pool and garden. She is an open minded person, easy to talk to and always ready to discover new things. Ilke's help was very much appreciated. We wish you good luck for the rest of your trip and we recommend Ilke for other hosts.

(Very good )

10/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ilke) for host

I stayed for one month with Vincent and Stephanie and their three amazing children (and grandmother 'nona' for a a couple of days, she was also amazing!). They are all very social, intelligent, funny, open minded and caring for eachother. I learned a lot from our conversations, about gardening, vegan/vegetarian food, homeschooling, their… read more

(Very good )

10/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Sikemi)

We had a great time with Sikemi. She is fun, interesting and always smiling. She was interrested in trying new things even outside her confort zone (like shovelling), always with a smile. We highly recommend Sikemi who has amazing interpersonal skills with the kids included.

(Excellent )

21/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Sikemi) for host

It's hard to put into words how amazing my 5- week stay with Vincent, Stephanie and their wonderful kids was. I travelled to France unsure of what to expect but I honestly couldn't have wished for a better first Workaway experience, I nearly feel they have set my standards too high now! The work was fair, varied and always appreciated. Stephanie's… read more

(Excellent )

19/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Maximilian)

It was a great experience to have Max here. Always smiling and proactive. When I was thinking about doing something, I turned around and Max had just done it better than I would have done it ;-) He was also great with the children and during the time off. I highly recommend him. Max, as you know, you are always welcome back here for work or… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Maximilian) for host

Stephanie and Vincent and their three amazing kids hosted me for almost four weeks. It was a great time, where I learned a lot and got in touch with all topics you handle with when you run a BnB. I really enjoyed the time off as well as the time working.
The whole family makes you feel very familiar and lets you be part of the family. They take… read more

(Excellent )

12/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Fatima) for host

Great time, I spend a monthish here. This guys have done a remarkable job with their place. Vincent its always aware of what is needed in the house and will kindly ask you to help here and there; Stephanie is aware of the kids and she knows how to cook some great meals. They are really really helpful in whatever you need. Their are both very… read more

(Excellent )

24/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fatima)

It is a pleasure to have Fatima in our house. We will be sad when she goes...
She has got an excellent relationship with the kids as soon as she got here, they like her very much.
Fatima is happy and smiling, easy going and help us in many different tasks in the house, kids and garden.
We wish you good luck for the future and you are welcome back… read more

(Excellent )

10/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Danielle) for host

I stayed with the family for a week on my way to Spain. Very happy, kind-hearted people. They welcomed me like one old time friend.....Their Lovely children got to interact with my two dogs Nico and Tofu...You guys have a home in Spain with me, Not as big but full of love...Hugs.

(Excellent )

09/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle)

It was a pleasure to meet Daniella and her two loving dogs Tofu and Nico.

(Excellent )

17/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Rowan) for host

Had an absolutely amazing time here, learned so much in only a month but wish it was longer. Beautiful kids, hard working parents, and all very welcoming. Stephanie and Vincent are both incredible people who've raised 3 great kids. The house is amazing, and the area is a lot of fun to explore with plenty of nature, history and wonderful old French… read more

(Excellent )

30/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kate )

Kate was very nice, smiling and helpful. The kids liked her straight away. She has helped us with the kids, the garden, swimming pool and plenty of painting. Kate was also proactive with the 'leaving together tasks' like the dishes. She has left her room and bathroom very tidy. Thank you again for your help and kindness. We wish you great luck in… read more

(Excellent )

16/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Anna Lena )

We had a good time with Anna Lena. She was interresting, great with the kids, attention to details, smiling. You are welcome back anytime ;-)

(Excellent )

15/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Anna Lena ) for host

It was a pleasure to stay with Stephanie, Vincent, Zoe, Louis and Eliza, I can just recommend this to everybody!
They are really kind, open minded and generous.
Vincent showed me where all the biking & hiking roads started and provided me with a map. So i did some great Tours :)
With Stephanie I discovered Grignan and Dieulefit amazing little… read more

(Excellent )

25/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Jana & Caroline) for host

Nous avons passées deux semaines aux Terrasses du Soleil. Stéphanie et Vincent sont très aimables et l'ambiance dans leur maison était conviviale.
Nous étions heureuses qu'ils ont respecté notre souhait de parler en français pour pouvoir l'améliorer.
Elysa, Louis et Zoe sont vraiment adorables, drôles et TRÈS vivants :) On a passé de bons moments… read more

(Excellent )

24/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Viktoria)

It was a pleasure to host Victoria.
She was very helpful and motivated during her stay.
She worked with a positive attitude and naturally helped around the house with little chores.
It was wonderful to have her cook a korean meal for us, taking into consideration the fact hat we are vegetarian.
She had a special, fun and natural relationship with… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Viktoria) for host

The only thing I regret about stay at Steph and Vincent is that it was too short! I had absolutely great time with them and 3 most adorable kids and felt like home since the first minute. They are very kind, open-minded and fun couple always ready to share with you all they have! We were driving to different towns almost every day, cooking various… read more

(Excellent )

06/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Quinn & Eglė) for host

Vincent and Stephanie were overall good hosts. We stayed with them for three weeks and the work mostly consisted of cleaning, renovating/building, trimming olive trees, and designing a logo for their b&b. We enjoyed learning some new skills in the process! As agreed, we worked for 25 hours per week and in return got all of the essentials (three… read more

(Good )

07/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host

I had an amazing month with Stephanie, Vincent and their lovely three kids. Vincent taught me so much through the building work that we were doing and the conversations that we had. I'm so glad I got the chance to meet them, they're such a kind and welcoming family! The local area is perfect for hiking, cycling and running and just generally being… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)

It has been great to have Sam with us for a month. He has helped us with many plaster board jobs, demolition, moving furniture's, etc. Sam is always of good mood, good listener, very good English manners but he doesn't drink tea ;-) This kids loved him! Good luck in the future Sam, all the best!

(Excellent )

12/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Mason) for host

We feel so lucky that we were able to stay with Stephanie, Vincent, and their beautiful family. We were not able to stay long and they were accommodating of that and made us feel welcomed and appreciated. It was very inspiring to see the life they have created for themselves and to have some really thought provoking conversations with both of… read more

(Excellent )

06/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Mason)

Mason and Rosie were great!
They didn't stay long but they mad a durable impression with us and the kids.
From Day 1 they got involved in what was asked and some more. Always up-beat and smiling. A complete joy to be around. They painted couple of rooms with almost no supervision. Always keeping everything clean when finished. It was also… read more

(Excellent )

28/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Tayyib) for host

Wow!! I unfortunately only spent a couple weeks with Vincent and Stephanie but what an incredible experience it was.From the moment I arrived I felt welcome and appreciated.I enjoyed working in the garden and indoors on other project's including the little time spent with the kids.Working on there first permaculture project was very enjoyable… read more

(Excellent )

12/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Tayyib)

We liked very much our time with Tayyib.
He is always of good mood, smiling and ready to help.
He shared a lot of his experience on the boat industry which was always great to hear.
We felt traveling on the sea while working here in the country side ;-)

(Excellent )

18/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Antonia) for host

Mon séjour chez Vincent, Stéphanie et leurs trois enfants était mon deuxième workaway-expérience. Pendant les trois semaines lesquelles je suis restée avec eux, j'ai surtout gardé les enfants, aider faire le ménage et préparer la piscine pour l'hiver.
Franchement ils ne m'ont parfois pas dit exactement où ils veulent de l'aide ou pas.
En… read more

(Very good )

12/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Moritz)

The stay of Moritz has been excellent.
Moritz is a great guy, always smiling and ready to help. He is serious and precise in his work. What we loved the most is that he also takes initiatives without being asked which is very helpful.
He has done a large variety of tasks inside and outside the house with great efficiency.
The children loves… read more

(Excellent )

11/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Moritz) for host

Stephanie and Vincent hosted me for 6 weeks in their Home and B&B. This was my first workaway experience and it was amazing. I was welcomed in their family right from the start and I felt like at home. The meals which Stephanie cooked, were mostly vegetarian and always very delicious, fresh and healthy! During my stay there have been other… read more

(Excellent )

12/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Fritz) for host

I stayed at this beautiful place for round about six months. My goal was to improve my language skills, but at the same time helping Vincent and Stephanie with their project. Now after my stay, when I look back at the past six months I learned a lot more than expected in the beginning. I worked a lot with Vincent in and around the house and… read more

(Excellent )

10/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Daniela & Russell) for host

Russell and I stayed at the B&B for about 3 weeks. We had a very good time. Stephanie and Vincent were willing to drive us places and take us on outings. We also did a lot of hiking as it was so close by. Our main job was painting, while we also helped out with the kids, cleaning and going to the market. In addition, if you like to eat healthy,… read more

(Excellent )

21/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria )

Victoria is easy going, an old soul always ready to help if being asked. She is interested in vegan food and cooking in general. She cooks amazing oat pancakes! It is a pleasure to have Viktoria with us and our three kids.

(Very good )

06/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)

Charlotte is a very motivated, openminded and enthusiastic person. She is always ready to discover new things and was very helpful around our house (painting, gardening and lending a hand with the children).
I hope her all the best in her future travels.

(Excellent )

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