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We are a family of three - our son Hugo is 17 years old - and we live in central France, hosting French students and adults for English (sometimes Theatre-in-English) Immersion a week at a time. We have an old 'once-upon-a-farm' property, Chapière, that we are renovating very slowly (but we live most of the time in Noyant d'Allier, 25-minutes away, where there are also projects needing completion).
We moved here - from London, via 5 yrs in the Scottish Highlands - pretty much full time several years ago and Hugo is at a Steiner school here and completely bilingual. As are we. Almost. Hugo frequently corrects his parents' pronunciation! -
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Projets artistiques
Compagnie pour pers. âgée
Jardinage d'entretien
Projets DIY créatifs
Cuisine/repas pour la famille
Aide à la maison
Petits travaux d'entretien
Aide informatique/internet
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Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Fully bilingual family (though English spoken at home) deeply immersed in French rural life. My wife and I were both professional actors and now use theatre in teaching English, particularly in our 'Theatre-in-English' 'séjours'.
Our son goes to a Waldorf Steiner school (in the middle of the forest!) and we're quite involved in the school and all its activities, markets, fêtes etc.. -
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
General physical help is what's needed but anyone with roofing, building, woodworking, tree management, farming, gardening (etc.) experience more than welcome. But extra - willing but unskilled! - pairs of hands are just as welcome.
Good food and wine guaranteed; my wife, Tanya, is a dab-hand at Thai, French, Italian, English and Japanese cooking.
And we don't work too ridiculously hard, either; plenty of time and opportunity for relaxation and enjoyment of the area. -
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Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Courant
Japonais: IntermédiaireCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
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Hébergement
One double bedroom in the (already-renovated!) house available at the moment (NON-SMOKING). But one early project is to renovate the 'bread-oven' into self-contained accommodation - and it'snot too far fromcompletion.
In fact, right now, we'd all probably stay 25-mins away in my father-in-law's 5-bedroom house (where we do the English Immersion teaching) in Noyant d'Allier (NON-SMOKING!!), and travel to Chapière, the farmhouse outside Saint Plaisir when working there, although there are jobs aplenty to be done on the Noyant house, as it is a lovely old early 20thC 'Townhouse' - on the edge of the village! The village itself has a large Vietnamese population, so there is a temple and a 6m golden Buddha, as well as an excellent restaurant, 'Le Petit d'Asie'. There is also a Mining Museum, a beautiful 'Chateau-fort' and a Velorail. Not bad for a tiny French country village! -
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VERY peaceful, rural, unspoiled part of beautiful France. Two beautiful towns close by - Moulins and Montluçon - and two bigger just an hour away - Nevers and Bourges. Paris 2.5hrs by train. Volcanic region of Puy-de-Dôme and the regional capital, Clermont-Ferrand, 75 mins away.
Bikes and buses available but we're always in and out of Moulins, so happy to ferry you there - or to the station.
We live a pretty relaxed way of life and really only have one absolute no-no which is smoking. -
Informations complémentaires
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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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Espace pour garer des vans
No limits
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Possibilité d'accueillir les animaux
Not with us at Noyant (it's my father-in-law's house) but if you're happy to stay at Chapière (read profile for info), then, with some restrictions, pets might be considered.
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Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
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Mes animaux
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29 juil. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Julien)
Initially I rejected Julien because it said 'Smoker' on his Profile. And I told him why. He responded saying he was giving up. I accepted him on condition he didn't smoke, or even smell of smoke and he promised he'd abide by my wishes. He was as good as his word - as far as I'm aware - and got more done in the 3 weeks he was with us than most
… read more
29 juil. 2026
Laissé par le workawayer (Julien) pour l'hôte
I spent three incredible weeks with Jonathan and Tanya, who are both wonderful people. They helped me improve my English a lot by patiently explaining my mistakes.
Beyond that, the time I shared with them was an amazing human experience. They are truly interesting people, and I learned so much from them. The village where they live is very … read more
Beyond that, the time I shared with them was an amazing human experience. They are truly interesting people, and I learned so much from them. The village where they live is very … read more
11 févr. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Victoria)
Wow! Victoria was wonderful! Her English was pretty perfect but and she actually made sure the other two, a Spanish Workawayer and a Japanese Workawayer, understood instructions - together they made an amazing team and all worked hard to complete tasks. She was very good company and we enjoyed having her here.
Most of all, she was gentle and … read more
Most of all, she was gentle and … read more
27 déc. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Victoria) pour l'hôte
It was my first workaway experience and I stayed for about a month. At first, I was a bit nervous but, in the end, I almost felt at home. One of the greatest benefits of Tanya and Jonathan’s style of hosting is that you become part of the family. Besides them and their family, I’ve met several other wonderful people during my stay; people who have
… read more
11 févr. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marta)
Wow! Marta was wonderful! Her English was not perfect but pretty good and she tried to make sure she understood instructions and worked hard to complete tasks. She was good company and we enjoyed having her here, along with an Austrian Workawayer and a Japanese Workawayer - they made an amazing team.
Most of all, she was gentle and caring with … read more
Most of all, she was gentle and caring with … read more
19 déc. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Marta) pour l'hôte
My first volunteer experience.
I felt very welcoming. I felt so at home.
I really enjoyed cooking for the family. It's something they'll really appreciate if you do it! Thank you for making me feel free in the kitchen.
I learned a lot of English. I appreciate your patience and help with the language.
I was able to ride the bike that they lent … read more
I felt very welcoming. I felt so at home.
I really enjoyed cooking for the family. It's something they'll really appreciate if you do it! Thank you for making me feel free in the kitchen.
I learned a lot of English. I appreciate your patience and help with the language.
I was able to ride the bike that they lent … read more
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29 juil. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Julien)
Initially I rejected Julien because it said 'Smoker' on his Profile. And I told him why. He responded saying he was giving up. I accepted him on condition he didn't smoke, or even smell of smoke and he promised he'd abide by my wishes. He was as good as his word - as far as I'm aware - and got more done in the 3 weeks he was with us than most
… read more
29 juil. 2026
Laissé par le workawayer (Julien) pour l'hôte
I spent three incredible weeks with Jonathan and Tanya, who are both wonderful people. They helped me improve my English a lot by patiently explaining my mistakes.
Beyond that, the time I shared with them was an amazing human experience. They are truly interesting people, and I learned so much from them. The village where they live is very … read more
Beyond that, the time I shared with them was an amazing human experience. They are truly interesting people, and I learned so much from them. The village where they live is very … read more
11 févr. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Victoria)
Wow! Victoria was wonderful! Her English was pretty perfect but and she actually made sure the other two, a Spanish Workawayer and a Japanese Workawayer, understood instructions - together they made an amazing team and all worked hard to complete tasks. She was very good company and we enjoyed having her here.
Most of all, she was gentle and … read more
Most of all, she was gentle and … read more
27 déc. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Victoria) pour l'hôte
It was my first workaway experience and I stayed for about a month. At first, I was a bit nervous but, in the end, I almost felt at home. One of the greatest benefits of Tanya and Jonathan’s style of hosting is that you become part of the family. Besides them and their family, I’ve met several other wonderful people during my stay; people who have
… read more
11 févr. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marta)
Wow! Marta was wonderful! Her English was not perfect but pretty good and she tried to make sure she understood instructions and worked hard to complete tasks. She was good company and we enjoyed having her here, along with an Austrian Workawayer and a Japanese Workawayer - they made an amazing team.
Most of all, she was gentle and caring with … read more
Most of all, she was gentle and caring with … read more
19 déc. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Marta) pour l'hôte
My first volunteer experience.
I felt very welcoming. I felt so at home.
I really enjoyed cooking for the family. It's something they'll really appreciate if you do it! Thank you for making me feel free in the kitchen.
I learned a lot of English. I appreciate your patience and help with the language.
I was able to ride the bike that they lent … read more
I felt very welcoming. I felt so at home.
I really enjoyed cooking for the family. It's something they'll really appreciate if you do it! Thank you for making me feel free in the kitchen.
I learned a lot of English. I appreciate your patience and help with the language.
I was able to ride the bike that they lent … read more
11 févr. 2026
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ruki)
Ruki was charming! His English was not perfect but he tried to make sure he understood instructions and worked hard to complete tasks. He was good company and we enjoyed having him here.
Most of all, he was gentle and thoughtful with Tanya's father, Malcolm, 90-years old, who was fading fast when Ruki was here and that was especially appreciated. … read more
Most of all, he was gentle and thoughtful with Tanya's father, Malcolm, 90-years old, who was fading fast when Ruki was here and that was especially appreciated. … read more
10 déc. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Ruki) pour l'hôte
I stayed there for about three weeks, and they provided a clean home, a comfortable room, gloves, and incredibly delicious meals. Tanya’s cooking is truly amazing — I found myself going back for seconds every time.
Jonathan gave us clear tasks each day, such as helping with DIY projects, and I really enjoyed the work and the time spent together. … read more
Jonathan gave us clear tasks each day, such as helping with DIY projects, and I really enjoyed the work and the time spent together. … read more
16 oct. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Chihiro)
Chihiro was charming! Her English was not perfect but she tried to make sure she understood instructions and worked hard to complete tasks. She was good company and we enjoyed having her here.
Most of all, she was gracious and thoughtful and we'd have her back any time.
Jonathan, Tanya (& Hugo in absentia) 🤗
Most of all, she was gracious and thoughtful and we'd have her back any time.
Jonathan, Tanya (& Hugo in absentia) 🤗
15 oct. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Chihiro) pour l'hôte
To Jonathan and Tanya,
First of all, thank you for hosting me for two weeks! Jonathan provided clear work instructions throughout my stay and was incredibly patient with my limited English. Tanya, meanwhile, cooked absolutely wonderful meals – I believe she’s a chef worthy of a five-star restaurant. They also took me to Moulins and Vichy, always … read more
First of all, thank you for hosting me for two weeks! Jonathan provided clear work instructions throughout my stay and was incredibly patient with my limited English. Tanya, meanwhile, cooked absolutely wonderful meals – I believe she’s a chef worthy of a five-star restaurant. They also took me to Moulins and Vichy, always … read more
1 août 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rikuto)
Rikuto contacted us as a last-minute fill-in because the 'woofer' host he was supposed to go to had overbooked! Lucky for Rikuto we said yes and VERY lucky for us, too, because he was excellent.
His English is not perfect and I didn't have a chance to check his manual labour skills, but he listened closely and in the kitchen he worked very hard … read more
His English is not perfect and I didn't have a chance to check his manual labour skills, but he listened closely and in the kitchen he worked very hard … read more
1 août 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Rikuto) pour l'hôte
I stayed with this lovely family for one week and had a truly heartwarming experience. I was warmly welcomed by a kind and humorous couple, as well as their intelligent and gentle son. I mainly helped with meal preparation during my stay.
Both hosts are former actors, full of expression and passion for teaching English, and I was really inspired … read more
Both hosts are former actors, full of expression and passion for teaching English, and I was really inspired … read more
13 mai 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Randolphe)
I'm really sorry, Randolphe - I really thought I'd already done this 😔!
Anyway, this enthusiastic, intelligent, charming young man left his mark on our household . His name still gets mentioned over 3 months after he's left! Oh, and it's always positive!
We all recommend him highly 🤩
Anyway, this enthusiastic, intelligent, charming young man left his mark on our household . His name still gets mentioned over 3 months after he's left! Oh, and it's always positive!
We all recommend him highly 🤩
6 mars 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Randolphe) pour l'hôte
J'ai passé deux bonne semaines chez Jonathan, Tanya, Malcom et Hugo (Que je n'ai malheureusement pas vu pendant mon séjour). Jai eu la chance également de pratiquer mon anglais et de beaucoup apprendre aussi d'eux. Tellement de chance que j'étais avec trois magnifiques colombiens et un Italien (aussi magnifique) avec qui j'ai travaillé sur
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6 mars 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Natali)
This feedback is more for Jhon and Andrès because they stayed 2 weeks longer than Natali. And they were amazing; really responsive, really productive and really creative. And completely autonomous when I couldn't be present.
Natali, too, was great - a fanatical and effective cleaner and organiser.
The 3 of them worked marvels. I highly recommend … read more
Natali, too, was great - a fanatical and effective cleaner and organiser.
The 3 of them worked marvels. I highly recommend … read more
15 févr. 2025
Laissé par le workawayer (Fabrizio) pour l'hôte
I got into my first experience here and i can say that has been perfect. I only stayed 10 days because the country life don’t fit me and the place is more isolated than I expected but the family is very very pleasent. Jonathan know how to entertain you as well as Malcom with his philosophical conversation and Tanya with her stories… and food!(she
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13 janv. 2025
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vladimir)
Yes, 5* because he knew his stuff and worked very well.
Only caveat is that when he gets going on a subject he knows, he's a locomotive! But our family enjoys a good debate, so not an issue really...
Vladimir got a job and left much earlier than planned, so that was a little bit disruptive. But just a bit...
Definitely worth having, overall - a … read more
Only caveat is that when he gets going on a subject he knows, he's a locomotive! But our family enjoys a good debate, so not an issue really...
Vladimir got a job and left much earlier than planned, so that was a little bit disruptive. But just a bit...
Definitely worth having, overall - a … read more
31 août 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Emma) pour l'hôte
Jonathan and his family hosted me for three weeks in their house in Noyant-d'Allier. I had contacted them because the host I was supposed to go to had cancelled my stay at the last minute; therefore, they were my saviours.
During my time there I learnt how to do many different crafts with Jonathan, learnt some international cooking from Tanya, … read more
During my time there I learnt how to do many different crafts with Jonathan, learnt some international cooking from Tanya, … read more
17 juil. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Emma)
Emma arrived about a week before another Workawayer, also 26 but from Ireland, and luckily they got on very well. In fact, they definitely got through more work together than individually - they formed a really productive team! Emma was industrious and applied herself well to each and every one of the various tasks she was given. She was always
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17 juil. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ciana & Laura)
Ciana arrived about a week after another Workawayer, also 26 but from Italy, and luckily they got on very well. In fact, Ciana's presence seemed to MORE than double the work the two got through! She was industrious, never said never, applied herself fully to each and every one of the various and variable tasks she was given, and was always smiling
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29 juin 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Ciana & Laura) pour l'hôte
I recently stayed with Jonathan’s family and had a wonderful time. Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcolm are fantastic hosts, and help you feel welcome and at home from day one. As a family, they are extremely open and generous with their time, energy and home, and Tanya makes the most delicious meals! We could borrow their bikes and enjoy the
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3 janv. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alessandro)
Alessandro was amazing. He fitted in to our family and our family routine - or rather lack of routine! - really well. He accepted and accomplished any tasks given to him, and participated in family life, from cooking to shopping to outings, with positivity and cheerfulness.
He's welcome back any time 👍🏼🤗
He's welcome back any time 👍🏼🤗
4 déc. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Alessandro) pour l'hôte
I stayed with this family for about a month; this was my first workaway experience. During my stay I felt welcomed like part of the family. Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcolm were excellent in making me feel at home, it was nice to have lunch and talk with them while eating good food cooked by Tanya. With Jonathan we repaired part of the garage
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18 déc. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Jiaxin) pour l'hôte
my very first workaway experience with Jonathan’s family was amazing just like i had dreamed of!! words are not enough to explain how special it was for me and i enjoyed every single moment with them. i could not have asked for more. it was just perfect. my perfect summer with them will never be replaced by anything. i learned many new skills and
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13 nov. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jiaxin)
Jiaxin came to help us with our first Theatre-in-English week - in July - but arrived in early june and ended up staying for the second week - in August - and then stuck around until early October!! And we loved every minute! (Except when she beat me at Pictionary!😤).
She helped in every way possible, cooking, cleaning, gardening, building and was … read more
She helped in every way possible, cooking, cleaning, gardening, building and was … read more
11 nov. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (marron31)
Short and sweet ✨️. Not Arisa but her stay with us. She was an excellent Workawayer; did everything asked of her. Oh and of course she IS sweet! She helped us at our busiest time, helping with the cooking, cleaning etc,
You're welcome back any time, Arisa.
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo 😊🤗😊
You're welcome back any time, Arisa.
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo 😊🤗😊
11 nov. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Amelie)
Short and sweet ✨️. Not Amelie but her stay with us. Although, of course, she is very sweet! She was an excellent Workawayer; did everything asked of her and more. She was more concerned with finishing a task than how long she'd been working.
As a temporary part of the family, too - she fitted right in, helping at mealtimes, doing more than her … read more
As a temporary part of the family, too - she fitted right in, helping at mealtimes, doing more than her … read more
3 juin 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lautaro)
Last message from Lautaro was "yes, yes May 23rd", confirming his date of arrival. I replied:
"Hey Lautaro, have you got a time, yet, for tomorrow 😉? Or if you want to arrive on Wednesday, Hugo'll be playing a 3×3 basketball tournament in the centre of Moulins, the Place d'Allier, all afternoon...???
Jonathan
P.S. you can WhatsApp me … read more
"Hey Lautaro, have you got a time, yet, for tomorrow 😉? Or if you want to arrive on Wednesday, Hugo'll be playing a 3×3 basketball tournament in the centre of Moulins, the Place d'Allier, all afternoon...???
Jonathan
P.S. you can WhatsApp me … read more
31 janv. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Takeru)
Thank you for your lovely feedback, Takeru, and you're welcome back any time! Especially during the Theatre Weeks next summer - a Japanese flavour to the meals would be amazing!
Takeru was with us briefly and didn't have much experience but he applied himself to whatever tasks I set him with goodwill and effort and he made a difference. He never … read more
Takeru was with us briefly and didn't have much experience but he applied himself to whatever tasks I set him with goodwill and effort and he made a difference. He never … read more
30 janv. 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Takeru) pour l'hôte
I am so happy to have my first workaway experience with Jonathan, Tanya, and Hugo. Even though I only stayed less than a week, Jonathan was always keen to show me how to do the tasks and he made sure to say "Thank you" to me at the end of the day, which made me so happy and motivated. Also, as a Japanese person, I really loved Thai or Japanese
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8 déc. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Sophie) pour l'hôte
My first Workaway experience could not have been better. Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcolm are such a unique, friendly and kind family. From day one, I felt at ease. All the tasks are easy and Jonathan always makes sure you understand everything, so you always know exactly what to do. The meals, mostly prepared by Tanya, were always delicious. I
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4 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie was lovely to have around; respectful, helpful, thoughtful and considerate. And although she's just 19 and doesn't have many practical, DIY-type skills, she accepted every single task without complaint and helped considerably in the progress of various projects. You'll be happy to hear, Sophie, that Hugo's basketball 'court' is finally
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4 déc. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Cassidy)
Cassie, Iris (and briefly, Eva) were lovely to have around; respectful, helpful, thoughtful and considerate. And although they're just 22 and don't have a load of practical, DIY-type skills, they accepted every single task without complaint and helped considerably in the progress of various projects.
You'll be happy to hear that Hugo's basketball … read more
You'll be happy to hear that Hugo's basketball … read more
22 nov. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Cassidy) pour l'hôte
Our first workaway experience with Johnathan, Tanya, and Hugo was incredible! My friend Iris, Eva, and I stayed at Chapiere for a weekend, and then Iris and I stayed with the family for 2 weeks longer. No matter where we stayed, we had everything we needed and felt very welcomed! We had a lot of odd jobs here and there, but definitely accomplished
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4 juil. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Miroslava)
Mira was great. Anything we asked her to do, she did it. And more. In fact, always more.
And she got on famously with our other Workawayer at the time, 74-year old Troy from Arkansas. By no means a guaranteed thing!
They got lots done, the 2 of them and they're both highly recommended.
And she got on famously with our other Workawayer at the time, 74-year old Troy from Arkansas. By no means a guaranteed thing!
They got lots done, the 2 of them and they're both highly recommended.
4 juil. 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Troy)
Didn't know what to expect of a 75-year old Workawayer but Troy surpassed all expectations. Anything we asked him to do, he did it. And more. In fact, always more. Completing a job is much more important to Troy than how many hours he's worked.
And he got on famously with our other Workawayer at the time, 24-year old Mira from Bratislava.
They … read more
And he got on famously with our other Workawayer at the time, 24-year old Mira from Bratislava.
They … read more
4 juil. 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Troy) pour l'hôte
This was my first Workaway experience, and I could not have asked for a better family. Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo are wonderful people who went out of their way to make me feel at home while staying with them. The work was mostly DIY and Jonathan was constantly checking to make sure we were OK with what he asked us to do, and was always concerned
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2 juin 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Patricia)
Patricia was amazing; not much practical experience but happy, no, more than that, KEEN to learn as much as possible. Whatever I asked of her, she leapt into the challenge and worked hard to do a good job.
She was also a great house guest, respecting all our individual..ities!..and joining in whole heartedly when invited.
We'd have her back any … read more
She was also a great house guest, respecting all our individual..ities!..and joining in whole heartedly when invited.
We'd have her back any … read more
2 juin 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Patricia) pour l'hôte
My stay here was nothing but wonderful. They are a lovely family that welcomed me so warmly into their home. I learned many new skills from this experience from how to use power tools and change a tire to how to check gas tanks and plaster walls! I feel that I got twice the amount of cultural exchange living with a UK couple in the french
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8 mars 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maximiliano & Paula)
Maximiliano & Paula:- what can I say? They were amazing. Did everything asked of them and then some! Fitted in with family meals and craziness as and when necessary (!!!) . They were thrown straight in at Hugo's Steiner school Christmas Market, came with us to supper at friends who also had Workawayers, cleaned windows, insulated walls - did
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8 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Maximiliano & Paula) pour l'hôte
We had the pleasure to share around 2 weeks (between November/December 2021) with Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcolm. They are very kind, funny and friendly people. Sharing that time with them was a very nice experience. They welcomed us with open arms, smiles and delicious food! (Tanya is the best at cooking!). They are willing to help you with
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7 mars 2022
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Francesca)
Francesca's brief visit was a great success. Her first Workaway experience but she accepted every task and, always asking if she wasn't sure how to do something (MUCH preferred than doing it wrong!), she applied herself diligently and got lots of jobs completed. She didn't flinch at our whirlwind family life and schedule and did everything asked
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7 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Francesca) pour l'hôte
This was my first Workaway ever so I didn't really know what to expect but Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcolm are so easygoing and interesting to be with that the week I stayed with them finished in the blink of an eye. There's always plenty to do inside and outside the house so everybody can find the most suitable job to do or to learn how to do.
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6 déc. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Gianluca & Veronica) pour l'hôte
We stayed with Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo almost 2 months the last summer, helping with the kitchen and then with the renovation work at Chapière. It was the first Workaway experience for us, and it couldn't be better, because they are the best hosts you can find! They are patient, welcoming and very nice people, and furthermore you will be amazed
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18 oct. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Gianluca & Veronica)
Veronica and Gianluca came primarily to help us with our theatre workshops, providing the meals. And they did an excellent job. Many more mouths than they are used to feeding but with Tanya's menus and guidance, they came up trumps! Really good food - especially the lasagne! 😋
When they were helping me at Chapière with renovation work, they were … read more
When they were helping me at Chapière with renovation work, they were … read more
26 nov. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jenny & Ben)
Not easy this because Ben & family only stayed 2 days in the end. We've had many Workawayers staying longer than planned but never anyone leaving early. I'm still not 100% clear as to whether it was my fault or just because it was their first experience of Workaway and they were unsure what to expect. Because they are still looking for Workaway
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23 avr. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mia)
Wow! I repeat - wow! Mia. Mighty Mia. Amazing Mia..... Mia did everything she was asked to do and LOADS more! Never stopped, hardly took a break; really way beyond what is expected of Workawayers.
And she is delightful - intelligent, eager to learn, easy to get on with, respectful, considerate, generous, thoughtful...oh, I could go on...!
Ok, … read more
And she is delightful - intelligent, eager to learn, easy to get on with, respectful, considerate, generous, thoughtful...oh, I could go on...!
Ok, … read more
22 avr. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Mia) pour l'hôte
2 weeks at this family home = 2 weeks of fun, adventure, learning, relaxing, eating, watching, listening, chatting -> a wonderful time! I can only recommend everyone to go and visit Jonathan and his lovely family. He offers not only a cozy accommodation at Chapière, but also a great time that includes work combined with fun.
In the small village … read more
In the small village … read more
25 mars 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tatiana)
Tatyana and Olivier were lovely to have helping us, both at Chapière and at Noyant. This was their first actual Workaway experience but they're not without 'life' experience and they are intelligent, interesting people.
They also are keen to learn, which is just as well, because we asked them to help with many and varied tasks, from painting to … read more
They also are keen to learn, which is just as well, because we asked them to help with many and varied tasks, from painting to … read more
21 mars 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Tatiana) pour l'hôte
Thanks Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo for the lovely experience and hospitality! We have learned a lot and we hope to be seeing you again soon
24 janv. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Vitali) pour l'hôte
Had a good time with Jonathan and a family . Feel relaxed and welcomed , everything from accommodation , food,drinks and jobs was tuned to my needs , just the way I like it . The area is beautiful and diverse , walk and cycle trough the forests , hills with small farms and villages , lakes to swim in a hot summer times . Quite location without
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20 janv. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vitali)
Just to confirm the universal opinion of Vitali - he is immensely practical and can turn his hand to pretty much anything, with the lightest guidance but also without! We discovered his real talent for renovating furniture - and he rescued many long-suffering tables and chairs! - but he helped with roofs, doors, walls, manual labour, bicycles,
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27 oct. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marcin)
Marcin was with us for over 4 weeks and we were his first Workaway experience. He took a while to get into the swing of things, wasn't the fastest worker, but did everything that was asked of him....which was varied and...quite a lot. He worked better with other Workawayers, who went at it 'hammer and tongs'! He took advice in good spirit - needed
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26 oct. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Marcin) pour l'hôte
My stay with Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcolm was incredible. I spent 4 weeks with them and always felt almost like a part of family. We shared our meals - Tanya is amazing cook. We worked together at Chapiere, which I believe, will sooner or later, with work of volunteers, become a place for theatre workshops for students. I admire Jonathan for
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21 oct. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Emilia & Nina)
Emilia and Nina were amazing! Young and energetic and, despite such little life - let alone construction/renovation/landscaping - experience, they put everything into every task they did and always achieved a helluva lot in their 5hrs of working...
On top of that, they are intelligent, interesting and interestED! No subject round the dinner table … read more
On top of that, they are intelligent, interesting and interestED! No subject round the dinner table … read more
18 oct. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Emilia & Nina) pour l'hôte
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo were our very first Workaway experience. We stayed for 10 days in Chapière, a very very cozy place, where we worked everyday for approximately 5 hours. The work was very physical but not exhausting and in addition we always did two breaks. Everyday Tanya prepared food for lunch and when we came to Noyant (where they live)
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27 août 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Membre Workaway)
Cas was great - we wish he could've stayed longer. He came in our busiest period, when we had a house full of students and no spare bed to offer him and no time, really, either. He was happy in our big tent (just to say; this was pre-agreed!) and put up with all the vagaries of our busy hive of students, friends and other visitors coming and
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29 févr. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Corentin) pour l'hôte
Had a great week with Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo, they made me feel at home ever since I arrived. They live in a beautiful area and Chapières is a little natural paradise.
Thank you guys, and I hope I'll have the chance to come again!
Thank you guys, and I hope I'll have the chance to come again!
27 févr. 2020
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Corentin)
Corentin came for 3 weeks or more but had to leave after just a week because of his girlfriend falling ill back at home. But while he was with us, he was the perfect house guest, while contributing continually to the upkeep of the house - transforming the garage space into a usable workshop space, cutting and sorting wood, and completely clearing
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2 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Tuomas) pour l'hôte
Jonathan, Tanya, Hugo and Malcom were such a fun family to stay with! I spent 12 days with them, mostly doing wood work and helping with heating system of the house.
Very kind and generous family and I got a chance to participate in a bit of their life in the absolutely beautiful French countryside. I hope you´re into card games or backgammon … read more
Very kind and generous family and I got a chance to participate in a bit of their life in the absolutely beautiful French countryside. I hope you´re into card games or backgammon … read more
19 nov. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tuomas)
Tuomas was great, easily fitted into our crazy rhythm, played well with Hugo, helped well with anything I asked him to. And had skills he hadn't advertised (plumbing!), which proved very useful. He hurt his back during the tree-dismantling process, which slowed him down a bit but he still found ways of helping.
Would definitely welcome Tuomas … read more
Would definitely welcome Tuomas … read more
19 nov. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Verena & Patrick)
Verena and Patrick and Rosa were great. Rosa needs to bulk up a bit but at 9 months we forgave her lack of contribution! Verena was also otherwise occupied (with Rosa!) but helped whenever she could. And Patrick was amazing; working independently and thoroughly and I'm still finding jobs he'd done that I didn't even know about! He also helped
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14 juin 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Carolyn & Frederick)
Carrie and Freddie were a bit tentative at first, this being their first Workaway experience, but quickly relaxed and warmed up to us and our sometimes somewhat disordered way of getting things done!
They were both willing and able and attacked jobs that weren't even on the 'to do' list, producing nice surprises from time to time, when I turned up … read more
They were both willing and able and attacked jobs that weren't even on the 'to do' list, producing nice surprises from time to time, when I turned up … read more
9 juin 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Carolyn & Frederick) pour l'hôte
We stayed for 3 weeks in May 2019. This was our first workaway experience but Jonathan made us feel at ease pretty much immediately! We spent a few nights at their house in Noyant, but we usually worked and stayed at Chapière, where we lived very comfortably.
Our time was mostly spent clearing the land, but we had a few odd jobs at Noyant as … read more
Our time was mostly spent clearing the land, but we had a few odd jobs at Noyant as … read more
1 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Dieter & Cecilia) pour l'hôte
This was our first workaway, and traveling as a family, it required some extra work from both parties. The work was extremely satisfying, especially cutting away the brambles :) Getting the last basher up just before nightfall on our final afternoon was the icing on the cake.
The cottage at Chapiere was perfect for the family, and had everything … read more
The cottage at Chapiere was perfect for the family, and had everything … read more
6 févr. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Dieter & Cecilia)
This was our first Workaway family experience, so quite a lot of flexibility and adaptability was required - from both parties! And I think both parties did adapt. A whole lot of work got done in the two weeks they were here, a lot of it without any nudging from me at all; things like strimming, clearing, tidying, moving, stacking etc.. But the
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5 janv. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Mauro) pour l'hôte
How lucky I was to have my first workaway experience with Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo. They were nice and welcoming from the beginning. I felt comfortable and free to be myself the 12 days I stayed with then. They both, Tanya and Jonathan, had lived a few places around the world so they are open minded and interesting people to talk to. They took me
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4 janv. 2019
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mauro)
Mauro was a delight to have around. He helped willingly and intelligently with whatever he was asked to do, he was great with our 10-year old son and he educated us about Argentina. We'd have him back in a blink of an eye.
Bon courage avec le français, Mauro! (Your English is already excellent!)
Jonathan, Tanya & Hugo
Bon courage avec le français, Mauro! (Your English is already excellent!)
Jonathan, Tanya & Hugo
3 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Senthil kumar & Joao) pour l'hôte
We stayed one week in this project. This is an amazing place and we are very happy that we had a luck to volunteer there .we met the authentic positive kind family and gain some knowledge, made unforgettable memories. We would like to come again and spend more time. we hope to see Hugo again playing Basketball :)
15 oct. 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Senthil kumar & Joao)
Senthil & Joao were great. They only stayed a week but applied themselves to whatever task they were given, mostly at Chapière but also in the garden at Noyant d'Allier. They were easy to have around, willing to try their hand at anything, and were great 'after hours', in the house; Senthil cooking some delicious curries and Joao entertaining us
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2 sept. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Cristina) pour l'hôte
We spend three weeks with Jonathan, Tania and their son Hugo and of course, all those nice kids and adolecent that were there during that time. They're a very welcoming family that was always worried about made us felt comfortable and good feed.
It was a different experience where we could apply all our culinary knowledge hahaha and our creativity … read more
It was a different experience where we could apply all our culinary knowledge hahaha and our creativity … read more
29 août 2018
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Cristina)
This was a really lovely experience, having Juan and Cristina help us out this August. Primarily, they were asked to run the kitchen for our week-long 'Learn English through Theatre' workshop, here in the heart of Bourbonnais France. Their profiles said - and through communication they confirmed - that they weren't expert cooks but enjoyed
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24 déc. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Han)
Han and Anton stayed with us for 10 days and were excellent guests and excellent Workawayers. We'd love to have you back any time, guys. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo
12 nov. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Elke & Martin)
Elke was almost overly grateful because, via a mutual friend, we 'rescued' her from a not-so-good experience.
However, because we had students occupying all rooms at Noyant, Elke had to stay on her own at our 'project' home, 20-minutes away but I think she enjoyed the cosiness of Chapière and she certainly worked hard on any jobs I could give her. … read more
However, because we had students occupying all rooms at Noyant, Elke had to stay on her own at our 'project' home, 20-minutes away but I think she enjoyed the cosiness of Chapière and she certainly worked hard on any jobs I could give her. … read more
11 nov. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Elke & Martin) pour l'hôte
I've stayed with the family 2 weeks in November 2017. I will always be thankful that they have helped me out with my last minute request. They welcomed me with an open heart and I am going to miss them.
I had the farm house all to myself and they have provided me with more than I needed. I went to their house a couple of times to interact with the … read more
I had the farm house all to myself and they have provided me with more than I needed. I went to their house a couple of times to interact with the … read more
26 oct. 2017
Laissé par le workawayer (Angie) pour l'hôte
Jonathan, Tanja and Hugo (and Malcolm of course) are perfect hosts! They are warm-hearted, welcoming and did everything to make me feel at home. I spent a great week with them helping with renovating, gardening and general maintenance on their beautiful old farm and in the equally beautiful house in Noyant.
Unfortunately due to other commitments I … read more
Unfortunately due to other commitments I … read more
24 oct. 2017
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Angie)
Angie was helpful, knowledgeable and patient. She did her best to fit in with our sometimes-random rhythm of life and was great with our 8-year old son, Hugo. (Your Treasure Hunt suggestions worked a treat, Angie; thanks! )
Welcome back any time....
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo
Welcome back any time....
Jonathan, Tanya and Hugo
21 oct. 2016
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (annaraffa)
Raffael and Anne-Catherine were our very first Workaways and were very helpful; not least in helping us understand what's expected, both of hosts and of workaways..
They've had many experiences as workaways and I'm pretty sure every one of them was more prepared and organised than we were! Nevertheless, we got a lot of stuff done - and a few … read more
They've had many experiences as workaways and I'm pretty sure every one of them was more prepared and organised than we were! Nevertheless, we got a lot of stuff done - and a few … read more
19 oct. 2016
Laissé par le workawayer (annaraffa) pour l'hôte
We stayed mid October 2016 for ten days. We worked two long days at their secluded farm house mainly cutting brambles and moving some stuff around. The other days we worked shorter at their current living place where we had some DIY-jobs to do and some gardening as well. We left enough work for future helpers! We enjoyed our stay with this
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