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Hospedagem min. solicitada: mínimo 2 semanas
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We are a retired couple trying to live a simple, reasonably self sufficient way of life.
This is a great place to start a retreat, rethink and readjust to a different way of life. You can be alone and not lonely and learn how to leave a lot of what we take for granted in the modern world behind.
We have created an eco friendly small holding and renovated a French farmhouse with two and a half hectares of land. We keep sheep,& chickens ,and a doggy
Although the property and surrounding land has been worked on for the 20 years we have been living here it needs ongoing maintenance and further renovation ,
At this time there ‘is clearing, cleaning and mulching in the gardens. There is weeding and division of plants and taking cuttings
We need wood stacked and brought into the barn for winter.
In the vegetable beds and fruit garden there is always work to be done preparing for next year and preserving and jam making to do.
We have a well stocked art room which helpers are welcome to share.
Helpers who want to improve their English language skills are welcome.
We have bikes for time off but bring your own helmet if you wish, the area is great for walking and you could join local walking groups.
We are situated in a very small village of less than 200 citizens in the Mayenne département.
The surrounding area is very peaceful , mainly farms and countryside with several small villages. It is well situated for visits to Le Mans, Paris, Rennes , Nantes and ferry ports to GB.
We want people who want to experience a peaceful and simple way of life , working the land , the gardens ,orchards and looking after a few animals.
We try and prepare and preserve as much of our own food as we can and are happy to pass on these skills.
We have worked organically for 30 years here and over the last decade we have increasingly tried to use organic and permaculture methods. We recycle and reuse as much as we can and we’d love you to join us and hope we can share and learn from each other.Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Objetivos de sustentabilidade da ONU que este anfitrião quer atingir
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
We have found that helpers have enriched our lifestyle and we hope we have added to their ongoing experiences.
We speak mainly English, but are fully immersed in our French lifestyle and language.
You can join our painting class or cycle, walk or canoe on our two small lakes.
There are many historical towns, sites ,museums in the area.
The peaceful countryside is great for birdwatching, cycling or walks to enjoy the flora and fauna.
Don’t expect shopping or clubbing in this venue.Ajuda
We want people who are willing to help at building and growing produce organically and
are willing to participate and embrace a simple lifestyle. We are looking for people who don't mind getting their hands and boots dirty.Idiomas
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Francês: Fluente
Italiano: InicianteEste anfitrião oferece intercâmbio de idiomas
Este anfitrião indicou que tem interesse em compartilhar seu idioma ou em aprender um novo.
Entre em contato com ele para obter mais informações.Acomodação
We offer you your own bedroom with a toilet and ensuite tiny bath and your own space attached to make tea or coffee.
We provide sheets, towels and a selection of work clothes, boots and gloves if needed.
We love to cook and can provide good meals for meat eaters, vegan, vegetarian and other religious specific diets. We eat as a family.
Much of our food is home grown.
Meals are served and shared together except breakfast which is provided but you serve and cook ,if needed, by yourself.Algo mais...
We can pick up from EVRON and MAYENNE .
Public transport close by is practically non existant , so we can pick you up at the nearest station which is Evron. There is a local community bus and bikes are available here on site. Workers are welcome to get a lift with us anytime we go out. Many helpers use BLABLA car or partial Ouibus or Flixbus to get to Le Mans and then the TER train to Evron. If you have your own transport it’s possible to have a couple of days off on long stays to visit places of interest further away, Paris or M’ont St Michel, Nantes or Rennes for example.
Lots of local historical sites/ museums. Best Roman museum ,Jublains.Mais alguns detalhes
Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Pode hospedar nômades digitais
We have had people who have continued with their online jobs part time providing the time difference is compatible and the employer adaptable.
Espaço para estacionar campervans
Fields and a gravelled hard standing. Washroom and toilet in the house although it would be easier if you have your own toilet.
Pode aceitar animais
This is conditional on the pet being well trained and able to get on with our female Catalan Sheepdog and trained to accept sheep and chickens. Dogs should have their own crate for sleeping in.
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Walking Bella each morning was a lovely way to start the day, before helping out with whatever else needed doing.
Hours of work were more relaxed than I experienced at my previous host and depended more on the weather and what… read more
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Walking Bella each morning was a lovely way to start the day, before helping out with whatever else needed doing.
Hours of work were more relaxed than I experienced at my previous host and depended more on the weather and what… read more
He undertook all jobs cheerfully and was intelligent and efficient.
He filled the largest number of wheelbarrows full of weeds EVER in a morning , all pulled by hand and no mistaking flowers for weeds.
He was completely adopted by our dog whom he… read more
Specifically, I did basic housework, looked after the animals and plants in the garden and gave a lecture on how to use the iPad. I had time alone during the day and the bedroom and bathroom environment was as pleasant as the site… read more
Above all we miss her like a beloved member of our family and she has only been gone… read more
The place was really beautiful and peaceful. I even had the opportunity to swim and do kayak in their pond.
I recommend you this place if you wanna meditate.
If we add the amasing food to the fact that you can medidate, this place… read more
learner and can work independently without supervision. We could not have harvested the soft fruit if she had not been here. She was good at weeding and clearing and despite… read more
My job was mainly to look after the chickens and the sheep. Also, I did some gardening, cleaning and walks with Bella every day, which… read more
Victor and Jackie are two incredible people.
Vic is a tireless man who knows everything about animals (especially sheep and chicken) and every plant species. He is never stressed and he has a lot of story to share. He is also a great chef so don't worry about food ( i miss his… read more
They worked well together and needed very little supervision or instruction.
They were respectful of our space and were particularly helpful in taking over when we were both ill at the same time. They… read more
Our health was not too good when they arrived and my husbands ailments improved dramatically when they were able to take… read more
She really did… read more
Both Jackie and Victor are very nice, easy and they avoid stress which is a rarity in our modern world. They made me feel comofortable from the begining. :)
The firts week we worked a lot and prepared the property for a photoshoot. I learned about plants,… read more
Their house is warm and cosy, perfect for spending the evenings after working… read more
- Work: plenty, varied and rewarding tasks to do. They have no problem in giving you free time but keep in mind that here you will find more of a way of life than fixed working hours. Daily tasks apart from some help with housechores are taking care of the sheep and… read more
She… read more
She is very intelligent and picked up skills rapidly and efficiently. She rarely needed to be told something twice.
She is great at undertaking a whole project and seeing it through to the end. She completely restored our 10 metre double planted raspberry bed , stripping out old canes,… read more
She has been one of the most efficient and hardworking helpers we have ever had in the five years that we have been hosting workers.
She had little or no knowledge of planting or animals. She… read more
I learned a great deal regarding the winter tasks, how to use the greenhouse, how to clean the potager, how to take… read more
Fabrice is intelligent, well organised and learnt quickly those tasks he had not previously… read more
Mandy is a natural with the animals and is conscientious with their care. She was reserved at first but quickly came into her own and showed great strength of… read more
She was a real pleasure to live with, she brought a lot of joy Into our household.
She bonded with the animals, especially the sheep and undertook any job with conscientious attention to detail. She taught us a lot about Mexican cuisine.and her love of food was evident when she cooked for us.
She also looked… read more
Heart warming, hardworking kind souls. Jackie and Victor were my first Workaway experience and they made me feel at home. Leaving made me very sad even though I was on a 10 day journey.
Jackie and Victor are very flexible and make sure that you appreciate the work that is assigned to you and that it suits your skills.… read more
Our lives were more joyful and ran more smoothly with her in our home. She is strong and has the stamina to take on big tasks and was great with the… read more
Enjoy lots!
Maria has her own agenda which doesn’t always fit in with the hosts lifestyle and needs.
The star rating reflects this mixture .
On his own Rainer would be all five stars. Maria two stars . Despite this she has great creativity… read more
Jackie and Victor are one of the most genuine and selfless couples I have ever met.
The time i spent at J & V was used to work on my own thoughts and issues with Jackie and Victor always… read more
She came at a time when we were in dire straits health wise and performed miracles, quietly efficiently, and with great good will.
Firstly she is stronger than she looks, she tackled all the hard jobs… read more
You couldn’t do better than have Lily share… read more
She is bright and only ever had to have a brief explanation before she had a total grasp of the tasks which she undertook with economy and efficiency. She is modest and probably doesn’t know how exceptional she is.
We were really sad when she left to go back to her studies, she… read more
He was always happy to undertake any tasks and learnt cooking methods with ease.
On the farm he was a great help with all tasks, fencing, cleaning stables, composting, clearing veg beds and collecting and spreading the new seasons… read more
She left her accommodation spotlessly clean and I can assure any future hosts that she would be an addition to their work and social life.