Become part of our family homestead and enjoy nature escape by the river in Vialas, France

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  Description

  We’re a couple, Bastien and Elena, both 26 years old, living with 7 goats, 4 ducks, 2 chickens, 2 dogs, and 2 cats in a beautiful hamlet surrounded by chestnut trees and bordered by two rivers, right in the heart of the Cévennes in France.
  
  We care deeply about offering an alternative lifestyle, closer to nature and respectful of all living beings — one that is healthier for humans too (less screen time, less noise, less stress, more time for yourself, more mutual help, and more fruits and vegetables grown with love).
  
  Our farm is a small family homestead, and we don’t sell any of our produce — everything we grow is for our own consumption. Volunteers would only be helping with daily life on the farm and sharing experiences with us, not working on any business activities.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Help with Eco Projects

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Animal Care

  Farmstay help

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house
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  UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I’m currently training for a professional cooking diploma and I love baking, so I’d be thrilled to share this passion with you. I also make some of my own cleaning products and transform as much as I can from what nature offers us (plums, chestnuts, blackberries, mirabelles, blueberries, wild strawberries...).
  
  We literally live right above the river (Le Rieutort), so you’ll be able to relax and enjoy its calm whenever you want.
  
  Nearby, there are also plenty of activities to explore — canyoning, hiking, climbing — plus our charming village with its bakery, restaurant, grocery shop, and a pottery workshop.
  
  Bastien and I have also spent many years learning about mental health, personal growth, and spirituality. We’d be happy to share what we’ve learned, and even support you if you’re reflecting on your own life path (professional or personal). We’ve guided many people in this area and also run seminars on the subject.
  
  In short: we love curious humans who ask questions about life — and we’ll be very happy to take care of you and share with you, in exchange for your help during your stay.
  
  Looking forward to meeting you soon!

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  Help

  What daily life looks like here:
  
  Taking care of the animals (goats, chickens, ducks, dogs, cats): feeding them, cuddling them, maintaining their shelters and living areas
  
  Milking the goats and making cheese or natural cosmetics for our own consumption
  
  Help in the garden (depending on the season: sowing, planting, mulching, clearing, harvesting)
  
  Transforming what we grow into delicious creations: jams, cakes, tomato sauces, pickles...
  
  Occasional activities include:
  
  Splitting and stacking wood for the winter
  
  Clearing and maintaining the areas around the house
  
  Building a new goat shelter (planned for autumn 2025)
  
  Harvesting chestnuts, picking wild blackberries for our own consumption
  
  I (Elena) am passionate about cooking and baking, and I’ll happily prepare your meals.
  
  Breakfast and dinner will be set up for you to enjoy independently, and we’ll share lunch together around the table.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent
  French: Fluent
  Spanish: Intermediate

  This host offers a language exchange
  We both speak fluently french and english and can have basic conversation in spanish
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  Accommodation

  Accommodation
  
  You’ll stay in a spacious room for two, with access to an outdoor shower (heated by solar power) and dry toilets (you’ll take turns helping to keep them clean).
  
  We have also some tipi in the nature where you can sleep if they are free at the time you are coming
  
  Before leaving, we’ll appreciate if you can leave the room as you found it (wash the sheets, quick vacuum).

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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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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Telos

  

  Goats

  We have 7 goats

  

  Valyria

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