Family life in Charming French Village of Alet-les-Bains, France

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  Description

  I’m Mika, a craftswoman and shop owner living in the beautiful medieval village of Alet-les-Bains with my 7-year-old son. We’re looking for a friendly, responsible Spanish-speaking (plus English and/or French) au pair from early September to mid-October to help 3–4 evenings a week (Mon, Tue, Thu, and some Wed/Fri) picking my son up from school, preparing dinner, and keeping him company until I finish work.
  
  In exchange, you’ll have your own lovely room with a private bathroom, all meals provided, and plenty of free time to enjoy our large garden, the peaceful village, and the stunning Pyrenean surroundings. Perfect for someone who loves children, cultural exchange, and exploring nature and history.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Pratique d’une langue

  Baby-sitting et jeux créatifs

  Cuisine/repas pour la famille
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  LGBT+

  

  Politique/justice sociale

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Culture

  

  Vie en van

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Musique

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Art et design

  

  Photographie

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Dessin et peinture

  

  Nature

  

  Camping

  

  Montagne

  

  Danse

  

  Plage
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  We live in a large, old character house with a huge garden and a sunny terrace — perfect for enjoying the peaceful countryside air. The village has around 250 inhabitants, but it’s bursting with charm: medieval streets, ancient stone houses, and the famous thermal springs. The surrounding area is breathtaking, with rolling hills, rivers, forests, and historic castles to explore. It’s a paradise for anyone who loves nature, history, and a slower pace of life, but we are also within easy reach of Carcassonne, Limoux, and other lively towns, as well as mountain destinations such as ski resorts, and the sea.
  
  As part of the exchange, I’m happy to share my skills and knowledge with you. I can teach jewellery-making techniques (working with resin and natural elements), offer insight into running a small creative business and managing a collective artisan shop, and share my experience in organising cultural and music events. I speak English, French, and Spanish, so we can practise languages together, and I love exchanging ideas about art, nature, and music.

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  Aide « au pair »

  De plus amples informations sont disponibles ici

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  Projets impliquant des enfants

  Ce projet peut impliquer des enfants. Pour en savoir plus, consultez nos directives et conseils ici.

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  Aide

  I will need someone available to arrive in the last few days of August, until mid October (the 17th). In exchange for a few evenings of help each week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and sometimes Wednesday or Friday), you’ll have your own beautiful bedroom with a private bathroom and toilet, plus all meals included. The role involves picking my son up from school in the village, preparing dinner for all of us, and keeping him company until I return from work. This leaves you plenty of time during the day to explore the area, work on your own projects, or just relax in the garden.
  
  If you enjoy spending time with children, love cultural exchange, and want to experience life in a unique and picturesque part of France, we’d be very happy to welcome you into our family.
  
  For this role, you must hold valid childcare qualifications and be able to provide all necessary documentation and legal checks required under French law for working with children.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Anglais: Courant
  Espagnol: Courant
  Français: Courant
  Hollandais: Intermédiaire
  Catalan: Débutant

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
  
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  Hébergement

  You’ll have your own bright and spacious bedroom in our large, character-filled house, with a private bathroom and toilet for your exclusive use. The room is comfortably furnished and overlooks our big garden, where you can relax under the trees or enjoy meals on the sunny terrace. The house is full of charm, with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a cosy, homely feel — a peaceful base to return to after exploring the beautiful surroundings.

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  Autres infos...

  In your free time, you can explore Alet-les-Bains’ medieval streets, abbey, and thermal pool, hike scenic trails, or visit nearby towns like Limoux, Carcassonne, and the Cathar castles. Regular buses and trains connect the village to Limoux (20 min) and Carcassonne (1 hr), with further links to Toulouse and the coast.
  
  Our home life is relaxed, simple, and creative — filled with art, music, and friendly gatherings. We enjoy sharing meals, culture, and good conversation, but also value quiet moments. You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the peaceful garden, practise languages, or work on your own projects.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  I won't be able to provide a private study with a desk etc, but there is a very big communal space that you can use, as the house will be empty all weekdays except wednesdays and weekends, and which has a big table and full internet access

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Plus de 2

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  Mes animaux

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