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The property was bought by my late husband and I in 1989 . The domaine started of as a dream and became a passion. Our dream was to renovate an old farm in the traditional way, farm the land and ultimately be self-sufficient with the water spring and solar and wind power. We aren't self-sufficient in power quite yet but we enjoy our vegetables, spring water, eggs, and lamb.
However, because of how big it is, to keep it an enjoyable passion help is needed. Since my husband's passing I have had help from Laurent, my partner, who works and lives on site but we would enjoy meeting new people and getting whatever help available. I love living in the countryside, I’m very sociable, love meeting new people and sharing my passion for my way of living.
Most of the help needed involves helping Laurent with gardening, watering in the spring/summer, cutting wood, looking after our animals and if it’s raining helping me with some painting in my own house. If you know your way round computers, I would also thoroughly enjoy some advice/tips and any help you can give. You won't be asked to help with any aspect of my business including maintenance of the area used by paying guests as I employ local people do help me with these tasks.
You will have your own independent accommodation on the domaine, I will cook you some authentic French food in my kitchen 1 or 2 times during the week with local produce, the rest of the time you will be completely independent (but I will of course provide you with all your food). In exchange we'll expect a minimum of 4 to 5 hours of help a day, 5 days a week. If you want you can join me on hikes in the local area and play some ping pong or pool.
I am French Swiss but speak perfect English (thanks to my late British husband) and Laurent is a rural French man who does not speak English but is able to communicate with his warm heart.
I have two children, Sébastien who lives 4h away and comes often on holiday with his two children and wife. And my daughter Colette has helped me the last two years, and is now enjoying travelling and doing work-away herself around Europe.
Laurent has two children (19 and 24) who live close by and often come.
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Pratique d’une langue
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
S’occuper des animaux
Aide dans une ferme
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Entretien général
Aide informatique/internet
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
You cannot meet someone more French than Laurent who is an amazing worker, he will gladly share his knowledge and his love for French culture.
I am a very sociable, positive, hardworking and open minded 66 year old woman. I have lived in the Ardeche country side for over 40 years. I can share cooking and gardening tips, knowledge about the local history, activities and natural remedies. I love walking !
Projets impliquant des enfants
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Aide
The property could do with any skills really... ranging from gardening, cutting wood, painting, animal care, artistic eye and touch, IT, cleaning, to self sustainability knowledge. Tell us about yourself and we'll know how your skills could be put at best use..
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: CourantCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
I'm happy to be able to speak english but also happy to teach French.
Hébergement
You will have your own kitchen, sittig room, bedroom and bathroom on the property. Either in a a yurt a gite or a few nights in my house. You may need to be a little flexible and move around during your stay.
The domaine is remote and if you don't have a car it might feel isolated (which some people like and some dislike). There is not an easy way into town unless you are happy to bike 30 min downhill to town and 1hour back up. You'll be able to come with us to town whenever we go of course.
Autres infos...
Vallon Pont d'arc is a 15min drive from the domaine. Lots of outdoor activities such as canoeing, rafting, stand up paddle, caving, climbing and many many hikes. The local area is the home of the cavern du Pont d'Arc (UNESCO site), many typical French markets and villages. Avignon is 1h15min drive or you can take a bus for a day out there. Nîmes is 1hour drive. Marseille is 2hours drive. You will definitely not be bored, this is why the area is so touristic.... However if you do not have a car you will be more limited. There are buses to Avignon/Aubenas and other towns but all the outdoor activities are difficult to access without a car. We have bikes that we can lend you.
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
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They did some very good gardening, painting and cleaning. We had some nice evening with them, they even cooked us a lovely meal.
We were sad to see them leaving but we are hoping… read more
Our accommodation was in a yurt which was very new and comfortable, it had absolutely everything you would need. Workwise we mostly did painting and gardening but the tasks were really varied so… read more
But during her time with us, she really helped us a lot and we really enjoyed her company.
Ce fut un séjour très agréable : Janik et Laurent sont à l'écoute, patients, et savent vous mettre à l'aise et vous faire sentir comme chez vous. Nous avons passé de super moments ensemble et avons bien ri… read more
Work wise, they were wonderful, Silvia did some sowing for me , Giacome some electricity, sharpening all our… read more
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They did some very good gardening, painting and cleaning. We had some nice evening with them, they even cooked us a lovely meal.
We were sad to see them leaving but we are hoping… read more
Our accommodation was in a yurt which was very new and comfortable, it had absolutely everything you would need. Workwise we mostly did painting and gardening but the tasks were really varied so… read more
But during her time with us, she really helped us a lot and we really enjoyed her company.
Ce fut un séjour très agréable : Janik et Laurent sont à l'écoute, patients, et savent vous mettre à l'aise et vous faire sentir comme chez vous. Nous avons passé de super moments ensemble et avons bien ri… read more
Work wise, they were wonderful, Silvia did some sowing for me , Giacome some electricity, sharpening all our… read more
Work was always well organized. The instructions were clear. Laurent showed a lot of trust in us,… read more
They have been one of the best work-away we've had over the last 4 years. They are willing to work, skilfull and do the job quickly.
They are always happy and it's a pleasure to be with them. We will… read more
The work was very fair with a lot of variety, ranging from gardening to demolition. All of the work was well planned out and there was no confusion about… read more
We stayed in one their apartments and occasionally moved around depending on the guests, but wherever… read more
They did a lot of gardening and helped us with putting a new fence for our poneys. Lili loves horses and was very happy to help me with training them.
They are easy people to get on with, they joined us with all our friends for our… read more
I… read more
And hopefully they are coming back, we can't wait.....
Quickly we all became friends and each day we learned so many things with Laurent while teasing one another and… read more
Ils nous… read more
Janik et Laurent sont des gens formidables, ils nous ont accueillis de la meilleure façon qui soit ! Tout commentaire que nous pouvons écrire ici sera petit avec la grande expérience que nous… read more
The work is quite varied: painting, general maintenance, gardening, wood clearing, etc.. I got to drive the tractor and the Bobcat loader a lot, so whizzing around in… read more
The region around… read more
Their property is really beautiful, in the middle of the nature. It’s quiet and peaceful.
Colette, Janik and Laurent are amazing people, and we are happy we got to meet them. They are kind, generous and full of life, each in their own way. We felt truly welcome.
It was a great experience… read more
Even though I was there to work, I was made to feel completely part of the family and we had many laughs and fun times together, especially with my “younger brother” Laurent.
Colette and her mom were amazing hosts and always asking if I and my fellow workaways… read more
Janik & Colette were always happy and smiling and extremely caring people which loves to laugh and joke around. They also provided us with very tasty French meals / cheese /… read more
They are all great cooks, and the food was amazing.
The tasks are varied, not too hard, and they are flexible… read more
