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8 May 2021
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Description
I live in a railway house in Quillan, a small town near Carcassonne in the Aude région. I'm English but speak French, German and some Greek. I have psoriatic arthritis so find it difficult to do the gardening I'd love to have some help with that. I'm vegetarian but not a brilliant cook! Sorry. The basement is self contained so
you could have privacy & perhaps prepare your own meals if I provide the food!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
This is Cathar country which may be of historical interest. It's a particularly beautiful region of France with a wealth of activities to choose from. There is a regular €1 bus service to Carcassonne and Perpignan. It's about 30km from the nearest ski resort. Quillan has a large lake with lots of amenities and my house is next to the municipal swimming pool. Rennes les Bains with its thermal baths is about 20 minutes' drive away & the coast around 90 minutes.
Help
Garden improvement and maintenance. Small DIY tasks and some painting
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Greek: BeginnerThis 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
A twin bedded room with shared toilet and shower or basement self contained accommodation with kitchen, double bed and toilet/shower
What else ...
The local tourist office has a wealth of information on activities such as canoeing & White Water rafting and the wealth of cultural events in the area. Opposite that is the bus station - 2 minutes' walk away. Buses to Perpignan and Carcassonne, perhaps the most beautiful medieval city in France cost only €1. Quillan has a lovely little cinema, lots of cafés & restaurants plus a French & an English library. There's a market each Wednesday & Saturday. In the summer there's a music festival which is completely free.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
