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π‘ Looking for a peaceful countryside experience in France while making a meaningful difference?
We are an English expat couple living in the beautiful Charente-Maritime region of France. We're looking for friendly, practical, and caring volunteers to join us, share our daily life, and help maintain our traditional French home and garden. πΏπ
25 hours of help per week
Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Beginner English or Intermediate French
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
β¨ What Makes This Experience Special?
π«π· Discover authentic countryside life in Charente-Maritime.
π₯¬ Learn about growing your own food and sustainable gardening.
π οΈ Develop practical DIY and traditional home restoration skills.
π€ Enjoy meaningful conversations and cultural exchange.
π» Experience a peaceful environment surrounded by nature.
π Become part of a welcoming home and make a real difference!
πΈ Who We're Looking For
We'd love to welcome someone who is:
π Friendly, patient, respectful, and reliable.
π± Interested in gardening and sustainable living.
π¨ Happy to help with hands-on projects.
π Kind, considerate, and comfortable spending time with older hosts.
π Open to sharing experiences and learning new skills.
π Ready to Join Us?
If you love nature, enjoy practical projects, and appreciate genuine human connections, we'd be delighted to hear from you!
πΏ Apply now and experience the charm of French countryside living while helping us care for our home! π«π·π
genuine cultural exchange!
π± How You'll Help
π₯ Gardening: Help grow fresh vegetables, care for plants, and work on seasonal gardening projects.
π¨ DIY & Repairs: Assist with small repairs and traditional house maintenance under guidance.
π¨ Painting & Decorating: Help refresh and improve different areas of our home.
π‘ Home Projects: Support general upkeep and practical improvements around the property.
π Companionship & Support: Share conversations and daily activities, and offer appropriate non-medical assistance with mobility for one of your hosts, who uses a wheelchair.
β° Your Schedule
π 25 hours of help per week
π 2 days off per week
πΏ Plenty of free time to relax and explore the beautiful French countryside!
No smoking or vaping in the house
