Help out on a small farm here in Normandy, France with lots of animals

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We are a French / English couple ,with two sons who are here less and less ( as they are growing up and living their own lives ) .We live on a small farm here in Normandy, France with our animals and are creating a beautiful garden ( slowly but surely ) . We try to grow as many of our own vegetables ( with as much stored and transformed for the winters as possible) . I am a singer and gardener and would love to host musical events within the garden , maybe starting an annual mini acoustic music festival . I think ours is a really interesting project ( maybe I am biased) . But for anyone who has an interest in gardening , music , food and or animals we might be the place for you to come and work away . We would be really interested to have volunteers with expertise in Gardening ( Vegetable or ornamental ). We also have a small house on our land , which is in need of a lot of work before it is able to be lived in . We would be interested to hear from anyone with building and carpentry skills too .Thanks for reading !
Type d'aide
Jardinage
Construction
Entretien / Bricolage
Cuisine / courses
Aide à la ferme
Eco-volontariat
Aide avec les animaux
Aide informatique / Internet
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
I think we have a lot to offer , being English and French under one roof ! And with a lot of interest in self sufficiency and Music !
Aide
We would mainly be looking for help with the day to day tasks on the farm! Which would include working with various friendly animals . Pony , donkey , pigs ,goats , chickens, dogs and cats . And there is a lot of gardening ,both growing new plants in our polly tunnel and maintenance of the garden and vegatable garden !
Langues parlées
English and French
Hébergement
We have two rooms inside the house ,which could accommodate 1 to 4 people.
Informations complémentaires
- Accès Internet
- Accès Internet limité
- Nous avons des animaux
- Nous sommes fumeurs
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Plus de deux
Nombre d'heures attendues
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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07.10.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Emma & Hannah)

Emma and Hannah stayed with us for two weeks and were great fun ( in fact I can,t remember the last time I laughed so much ) . But not only were they great company ,they were hardworking also and they got on with the work that was asked of them . From the care of our animals to much weeding in the garden , plus harvesting potatoes and planting a… read more

(Excellente )

06.10.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Emma & Hannah) pour l'hôte

We decided to stay with Lisa and Bruno for two weeks instead of one because we loved it there so much. Lisa and Bruno were amazing hosts and we shared lots of laughs and always had a coffee and a chat in the afternoon. The work was fine and Lisa was really flexible about when we worked. Usually we could choose what we'd prefer to do.
Their land is… read more

(Excellente )

21.09.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Alison) pour l'hôte

As my first Workaway experience staying with Lisa and Bruno (and their menagerie!) was absolutely great! They are second to none hosts: Lisa's kitchen deserves a Michelin star - she ensured that I tasted all the cheeses of Normandy as well as cooking wonderful meals, and Bruno introduced me to the most outstanding ciders in the world! I felt like… read more

(Excellente )

16.09.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alison)

It was a real delight to meet Alison and have her Workaway with us , she took great care with all the tasks asked of her . being a great help with both our garden ( vegetable and ornamental) and all our animals . She is also a great listener and good company ( I think I may have bent her ears out of shape as my youngest son left for college just… read more

(Excellente )

31.07.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Nathaniel & Katherine) pour l'hôte

Our almost-week with Lisa, Bruno, and Toby was wonderful. This is an adorable family farm. As very limited French speakers, we were excited to have conversations in English during our time here--Lisa is so fun to hang around during the day! On your day(s) off, you can visit the Mont St Michel. It is truly a wonder.

Do yourself a favor and visit… read more

(Excellente )

19.07.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Nathaniel & Katherine)

Nathaniel and katherine stayed with us for six days , they got straight to work when they arrived ( even though exhausted with their travels ) . They put in a monumental effort in the garden , tackling the weeds in one of my largest flower beds ( that had not been got to grips with for a few years ) . They were not only hard working but great… read more

(Excellente )

25.07.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Zmarak & Aimal) pour l'hôte

We had a lovely first Workaway experience at the picturesque La Chalopiniere, Lisa and Bruno were very welcoming hosts. The work was fair and the food always delicious. We got to see the Mont St. Michel and nearby towns in our time off and in doing so we got to learn about the history of the local area.
It was a great opportunity to experience the… read more

(Excellente )

07.07.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Zmarak & Aimal)

We so enjoyed having Zmarak and Aimal Workaway with us , they stayed with us for two weeks and were a great help in many ways . Neither of them had any experience of working on the land or with animals before coming here , but that did not hold them back . Both of them worked hard and learnt lots about vegetable gardening ( from lots of weeding to… read more

(Excellente )

18.06.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rachel)

Rachel was a real pleasure to have around , a good sense of humour and a great washer upper . She became an experienced weeder during her visit and was a real help in the garden , from planting of Tomatoes in the poly tunnel to the weeding in the vegetable garden ( plus regular flower beds ) . Thanks for all your help inside and outside Rachel ,… read more

(Excellente )

07.06.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Molly & Melissa) pour l'hôte

We had a fabulous time staying with you guys! The work load was very reasonable and we had plenty of time to explore the beautiful surrounding areas while we were there (and eat lots of pastries). Although we were sad to leave, we left with amazing memories! We only saw Lisa for a few days as she was away on business for most of our stay, but she… read more

(Excellente )

07.06.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Molly & Melissa)

Molly and Melissa were a fantastic help here on the farm , I had to go to England for twelve days and all though my partner was here in the evenings and the weekend ; the girls took charge of the farm during the day . Taking great care of all our animals ( including our epileptic dog Benji ) and cooking an evening meal for when the rest of the… read more

(Excellente )

09.04.2019

Laissé par le workawayer (Jan & Chiara) pour l'hôte

Staying at Lisa's and Bruno's house was a real pleasure for us and we were really sad when we had to leave la Chalopinière after only two weeks. They are experienced and easy going hosts who made us feel like home at their place from the first moment on. Their farm is like a small paradise in the beautiful Normandy located in a very nice, calm and… read more

(Excellente )

22.03.2019

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jan & Chiara)

Jan and Chiara stayed with us for two weeks , they were a great help here on the farm and very good company . They loved helping take care of the animals and fulfilled all the tasks asked of them ( a lot of work in the vegetable garden and poly tunnel ) . They were also very helpful in the kitchen , good washer uppers and generally lovely to have… read more

(Excellente )

14.12.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Freeman)

Manu volunteered with us for just under three weeks . He was a fantastic help on the farm , getting a lot of work done in preparation for the next growing season . From weeding and cleaning the Poly Tunnel to filling huge ornamental planters ( old cider barrels ) , his help was greatly appreciated . He is not only a good worker but great company… read more

(Excellente )

06.11.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Esbie)

Sarah stayed with us for two weeks and what a pleasure it was ! Not only did she get on and work hard ( with whatever she was asked to do ) but she was great company too . We had many interesting conversations , which is an added bonus when i can spend a lot of time on the farm alone . Thank you Sarah for all your help , we wish you well on your… read more

(Excellente )

18.09.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Tori) pour l'hôte

I stayed here with Lisa Bruno and Toby for two weeks and it was absolutely incredible. From the moment my friend and I stepped foot onto their beautiful farm, they made us feel right at home. The work is very doable (especially for me who had zero farm experience) Lisa makes the days very fun and we shared many laughs. I will definitely be coming… read more

(Excellente )

18.09.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Tori)

Tori was with us for nearly two weeks and what a delight she is , a good balance of very funny and hardworking . I told her and her friend ( Amanada ) they were like drinking a cup of sunshine , a tonic for the soul. Tori was really helpful with all our animals and very good with our old Dog Wooster ( who always gets overlooked , but not by Tori )… read more

(Excellente )

18.09.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Amanda )

Amanda spent nearly two weeks with us and was a delightful Volunteer , she quickly settled in and worked hard on the farm . Great with the animals , a big help in the vegetable garden and not afraid to get her hands dirty . She was volunteering with her friend Tori and I have to say they were a joy to have around , i would not hesitate to… read more

(Excellente )

04.09.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Karlijn) pour l'hôte

This was my first Workaway experience. The two weeks I got to spend on the farm were amazing. It took me a while to open up to the family, but they are all really lovely and I would love to return someday. The work (gardening and taking care of the animals) was not too hard and the days weren't too long. We had enough time to relax, explore, party… read more

(Excellente )

26.06.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Karlijn)

Karlijn came to Workaway with us for just over two weeks and she was a delight . She worked hard in the garden and applied herself to all that was asked of her . We had another volunteer arrive a few days after her and they worked really well together . We also had some wonderful social times with some of our friends and it was sad to say goodbye… read more

(Excellente )

13.08.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Moritz & Larissa) pour l'hôte

Our first workaway-expirience was great. Lisa and Bruno are really kind and opend-minded people. We enjoyed the conversations, the food, the animals, the jokes, the work....basically everything. We appreciated the flexible working-times and the relaxed lunch breaks. The day to day tasks like feeding the animals, walk Dali or watering the plants… read more

(Excellente )

09.08.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Moritz & Larissa)

Larissa and Moritz came and worked Away with us for just over two weeks . We found them two fantastic people , we were impressed with their willingness to get on with all the work asked of them; from painting a bedroom to removing brambles and general weeding , to caring for all the animals .They also had very good senses of humour which is a must… read more

(Excellente )

07.08.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Pia) pour l'hôte

I had wonderful two weeks at the farm, where I learned a lot, not only about gardening and animals but also about french and english culture (and a few amazing songs ;)). Lisa and Bruno are amazing, cheerful, funny, kind and welcoming people and it is easy to feel at home with them. I loved my first workaway experience with them and will definetly… read more

(Excellente )

29.07.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Pia)

What a delight it was to have Pia workaway here , she was a great help both inside and outside the house . Nothing was too much trouble from helping with all the animals to working in the vegetable garden , all was done with a very cheerful spirit . We often say to our volunteers that we would be very happy if ever they decided to come back and… read more

(Excellente )

05.07.2018

Laissé par le workawayer (Victoria) pour l'hôte

I was so so sad to leave this place! From the moment I walked through the door i instantly felt part of the family! I have made true friends for life.
I loved every minute of being here i actually cried when I had to catch my ferry back to England!! If you love animals, gardening and just being part of a wonderful family and being able to have a… read more

(Excellente )

26.06.2018

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Victoria)

What a complete joy it was to have Victoria come and workaway with us . She worked so hard during her stay and always went the extra mile . She arrived a volunteer and when she left I felt we had all made a friend for life . She will be back I am sure , she was a ray of sunshine . Thank you so much Victoria for all your hard work here , with the… read more

(Excellente )

13.12.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marlene)

It was a real pleasure to have Marlene workaway with us , she was with us for 10 days and was really helpful . Marlene is a great lover of animals and so she fitted in very well here . She worked hard in the vegetable garden and completed all tasks asked of her ,with a cheerful manner . Thank you Marlene for all your help and for the interesting… read more

(Excellente )

07.11.2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Marlene) pour l'hôte

I spend about 10 days with Lisa and her family.
On their farm I had a very good time and soon I felt like a family member! Work was never too hard or too much and the animals all around are gorgeous! Mostly, I helped in the vegetable garden or by playing and walking with the dogs. I was really enjoying all the good and interesting conversations,… read more

(Excellente )

26.09.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Hain)

Hain came and worked away for us , for just under two weeks . He worked very hard in the garden , taming a very overgrown vegetable patch (or two even ) . He took his work seriously and fulfilled all that was asked of him . Thank you Hain for all your help , it was greatly appreciated .

(Excellente )

18.04.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mireille & Éléonore)

Mireille and her family spent a week with us and what a great week it was ! A very kind and hardworking family , they spent many hours working on our farm ! From clearing large ammounts of brambles and cutting hedges to lots of weeding and caring for the animals here at La Chalopiniere . It has been an enormous privilege to spend time with this… read more

(Excellente )

25.03.2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Brandon) pour l'hôte

I spent a wonderful two weeks on Lisa and Bruno's small farm as my first workaway experience. Immediately I felt like I was a part of the family. Lisa and Bruno are some of the warmest and most genuine people I have ever met. They were very helpful and accommodating in showing me how to work on the farm as well as with my own plans to take day… read more

(Excellente )

13.03.2017

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Brandon)

It was a real pleasure to have Brandon come and workaway with us , he was our first volunteer of 2017 ! He was great company and hardworking , he completed all tasks asked of him .He was a great help with all the animals and in the garden too. Here in Normandy the weather can be persistently wet and grey this time of year , but You were a real ray… read more

(Excellente )

23.12.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Katja)

Thanks for your feed back Katja ! I thought I had already written some for you , but it appears not ! It was a complete pleasure to have you come and workaway with us , you were incredibly hardworking and applied yourself to all tasks asked of you ! For any future host who gets to have the pleasure of your company , they will be fortunate… read more

(Excellente )

23.12.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Katja) pour l'hôte

I spent two amazing weeks in September with Lisa and her family. The farm is on beautiful part of Normandy. The work was fine and varied (working on flower bed, feeding animals, walks with lovely dog Dali etc.). I really like the english tea time ritual that we had every day. I had such a great time and met wonderful people.

It was pleasure to… read more

(Excellente )

16.12.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Lynda) pour l'hôte

I had planned on staying about 1 week here but ended up staying 1 month. Immediately I felt welcomed by Lisa, Bruno, the kids and all of the neighbors and friends who frequently dropped by. Lisa and Bruno are the nicest and warmest people who open their doors and hearts to everyone. I knew nothing about taking care of farm animals but Lisa was so… read more

(Excellente )

13.11.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lynda)

Lynda and Lauren left us today (sadly ) ! So very grateful that these two lady,s came and worked away on our farm ! Not only did they embrace farm life and all that entailed , but they held the fort for us when I had to leave for England for a couple of weeks ! You both put in the effort that was above and beyond the requirement of any workawayer… read more

(Excellente )

24.10.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Jutta) pour l'hôte

This was my first workaway experience it couldn't have been any better! Lisa and her family were just amazing and I loved every second of the 3 weeks I stayed. The farm is beautiful and the all the animals are just lovely! I felt like part of the family right from the start and I will truly miss you guys! See you again, hopefully soon :)

(Excellente )

24.10.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jutta)

If you get the chance to have Jutta come and workaway with you , then take it ! She was a complete joy to have around our home and farm . Nothing was too much trouble and she was quick to learn the daily rythmns of our life here . Although Jutta said she had no experience in the garden , her work in the garden was a great help and she achieved a… read more

(Excellente )

03.10.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Felix)

We were very happy that Felix came and worked away with us during september ! He took all in his stride wether or not he had done it before and he has an excellent sense of humour ( which he was seriously in need of during a couple of points during his stay ) . I felt you worked very well as part of the team and that you all achieved a lot here… read more

(Excellente )

02.10.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Felix) pour l'hôte

This was first experience on workaway although not my first experience of volunteering abroad. I am grateful to Lisa for accommodating me at short notice and I wish I could have spent a bit longer than the week I was there. Lisa and her family are very hospitable and if you enjoy outdoor work (feeding animals, gardening, fruit picking) then you… read more

(Excellente )

26.09.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Marie & Tobias)

Marie for us was exceptional ! We have had a lot of volunteers through this summer and it has been a great pleasure to have had them stay ( most of them ) . But Marie was not only a fun person to have around , she has a great work ethic and a natural ability to handle many things . She completed all the tasks I asked of her and more . Nothing was… read more

(Excellente )

25.09.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Marie & Tobias) pour l'hôte

Staying with Lisa and her family was a really great experience for me. I had a great time with loads of fun, entertainment and I felt incredibly welcome. The work was nice, Lisa is very kind, she gave us different options in terms of what we wanted to do, and she is celebrating the lovely british tea time ceremonial! Every day ;-) I really… read more

(Excellente )

07.09.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Lauren) pour l'hôte

Lisa and her family were incredible hosts for so many reasons, I can only begin to list them all. Not only were all the workawayers (4 at one time) treated with care and respect but it actually felt like we were a part of the family. We had some hilarious times at the dinner table (I need some of those recipes!), out and about in the town of… read more

(Excellente )

31.07.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Lauren)

It was really great to meet you Lauren and have you work away with us ! You took on all the tasks I asked of you and proved yourself to have the makings of a fine gardener ! Thank you for all the seeds sown and flowerbeds weeded ! And thank you for your great sense of humour!

(Excellente )

02.09.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Akika) pour l'hôte

This was my first workaway experience but it was definitely the best experience I could have hoped for! Lisa and her family are very welcoming. Jokes flew about and the house was filled with laughs all the time. They are truly amazing and the funniest host family you could ever hope for. The work was not too hard but very rewarding. It was… read more

(Excellente )

31.07.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Akika)

Akika , thank you so much for all your help here in the garden and on the farm , it was a real pleasure to have you around ! You worked hard with the other work awayers , fulfilling all the tasks asked of you !

(Excellente )

02.08.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Rikki) pour l'hôte

What was supposed to only be a short 6 day stay ended up turning into the best three weeks of my life! The work was gratifying! When I finally planted the aubergines I was soooo excited and further more some of the other vegetables planted started sprouting before I left! There were so many projects and with each one I felt more and more… read more

(Excellente )

31.07.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rikki)

Rikki what canI say ? A very large thank you for all your help here , you are a real joy to have around ! Such a great sense of enthusiasm in all you do and it's infectious ! We would be delighted if ever you feel like you want to come back ! :-)

(Excellente )

31.07.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jasmine)

Jasmine thank you for coming and working away with us !! You were a great help in the garden and helping out on the farm in general ! And even more so thank you for making me laugh so much !!

(Excellente )

06.07.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (David) pour l'hôte

For my first Workaway experience (my first time volunteering anywhere for that matter), I could not have been more pleased. Lisa and her family made me feel at home right from the start. I learned a lot from this experience and I truly feel that I have made new friends. I will remember my time there with great fondness and look forward to visiting… read more

(Excellente )

06.07.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (David)

We had David to stay with us for a week and I have to say what a great chap he is ! Nothing was too much trouble , always happy to help and he enjoys washing up , imagine that ! So I am happy for
David to come and live with us permanently ;-) ! Thank you David for all your help !

(Excellente )

27.06.2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Laszlo & Viola) pour l'hôte

Lisa an her family are absolutely great! I felt very welcomed und really enjoyed my stay. The work is totally fine, as Lisa lets you choose and decide what you want to do and is also very flexible with the working times, which makes her a really pleasant host.
Thank you for the good talks we had and for enriching my trip!

(Excellente )

11.06.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Laszlo & Viola)

It was a real pleasure to have Viola work away with us , she was actually our first person ever !! And we would be very happy if ever she chose to come back ! She was helpful , considerate and conscientious ! Thank you Viola !!

(Excellente )

18.06.2016

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alen & Lena)

What a complete pleasure to have these two fantastic young people come and work away with us !! Thank you so very much Lena and Alen for all your hard work in the garden ! Wishing you well in your travels and we will meet again !!

(Excellente )

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