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Come and help us on our lovely hamlet overlooking the sea in Normandy, France

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  • Description

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    We bought our little hamlet in the french countryside, 3 years ago. It’s a haven of tranquility, surrounded as we are by the beautiful french countryside and overlooking the sea and the Île de Tatihou.

    We are slowly discovering our gardens, planning, shaping and planting, as well as starting to renovate the cottages. If good chats, good food, sharing and learning new skills, tranquility, as well as beach walks is your thing, then we would love to hear from you.

    An average day is a mixture of DIY, gardening and making fresh food, french bread. We like to start our evenings with a little apéro, or I might make a cocktail, a bit of piano, or music and then a freshly cooked dinner. We love to cook traditional french food, but also dishes from all over the world.

    There is enough space here to have your own area to relax. We have a beautiful bright studio space, overlooking the sea where I like to paint, meditate or do yoga, which you are free to share. We also enjoy playing jeu de sociétés, cards, dominos etc and we have all the usual digital diversions, wifi, Netflix etc… as well as a log-fired hot-tub in the warmer months.

    We are early retirees, in our mid-50's and our children are all grown up now and have flown the nest.

    You will fit in well here if you have a zest for life and a positive open outlook and can do attitude. We look forward to hearing from you.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Farming
    Culture
    Movies & TV
    Pets
    Sustainability
    Videography
    Van life
    Charity work
    Events & social
    Self development
    Plant care
    Photography
    Music
    Languages
    History
    Gardening
    Drawing & painting
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Art & design
    Adventure sports
    Camping
    Sailing / Boating
    Yoga / Wellness
    Water sports
    Beach
    Nature
    Dancing
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We speak fluent french and English, but we are wanting to improve Danish and German, so there is an opportunity on both sides to learn/improve on these languages. We can teach you a multitude of DIY and gardening skills and also how to cook traditional french food. We also love to dance and teach swing dancing, so you may even learn some dance moves.

  • Help

    Help

    If you have Gardening, wood projects, Cooking, handy Skills then that is really helpful - we are also happy to teach you new skills as well.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    German: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I’m fluent in English and French but also trying to improve my German and learn Danish.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Own bedroom with double bed, in traditional french country cottage. Access to art studio and leisure facilities.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There are lots of lovely country and beach walks in the Val de Saire. Perfect for lovers of surfing, windsurfing or boarding.

    You can take an amphibious boat to visit the Ile de Tatihou, or discover the nearby villages of Barfleur and Saint Vaast La Hougue. Rich local history of D-Day, with Sainte Mère Église and Utah Beach. Bayeux is a train ride away and Mont St Michel a day-trip.

    There are also lots of lovely markets and brocantes in the area.

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    A little more information

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    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

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

  • 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?

    More than two

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The image depicts a two-story stone house with a car parked in front, featuring a white door, windows, and chimneys, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with a large bed, white linens, and pink accents, featuring a window with a view of the outdoors and a nightstand with a lamp.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with two dark wood beds, white linens, and a stone wall, viewed through an arched doorway with a wooden frame.
The image depicts a serene attic bedroom with a white bed, nightstands, and lamps, featuring sloped ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and skylights, exuding a sense of calm and tranquility.
The image depicts two espresso martinis on a table in front of a fireplace, with a person sitting in the background. The atmosphere is warm and inviting.
The image depicts a serene room with white walls, wooden beams, and a vaulted ceiling, featuring a blue yoga mat, a lit candle, and a teal sofa, exuding a peaceful atmosphere.
The image depicts a round hot tub with a white rim and blue water, situated on a wooden platform, surrounded by trees and a fence, illuminated by a lantern and string lights.
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The image depicts a serene beach scene with sailboats and kayaks on the water, surrounded by lush greenery and a cloudy sky, evoking a sense of tranquility.
The image depicts a serene harbor scene, featuring boats and fishing nets, with a clear blue sky and calm water, evoking a sense of tranquility and peacefulness.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, trees, and a distant building, set against a vibrant orange sky at sunset or sunrise.
The image depicts a serene stone house with a brown roof, set amidst a lush green lawn and surrounded by trees and bushes on a sunny day.
The image depicts a spacious room with a large wooden dining table and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a wooden hutch, exuding a warm and inviting atmosphere.
The image shows a woman in a red plaid shirt and white hat, smiling at the camera, with a car and trees in the background, possibly on a sunny day.
The image features a metal wind chime with a bird and leaves, set against a serene backdrop of a green field, trees, and a blue sky with a few clouds.

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