Homestay Gers, France

5.0
(17 reviews)17

Beautiful Chateau Stay in SW France for two weeks or more!

High demand host
This host has received 6 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with nature
12 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture
11 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Painting & Decorating
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
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.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
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Feb
Mar
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

We are looking for ideally a couple/pair to help out around the property. Jobs will include photography, housekeeping tasks, light decorating, gardening, painting, and general cleaning. We have flexibility on times you will work. Often hours include cleaning the kitchen the morning after a dinner party with additional tasks in the afternoon. You will sleep in a separate 3-bedroom cottage (see pictures). Drivers license preferred, manual car.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner French
  • Over 23 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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17 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 12 Get in touch with nature
  • 11 Immersing in the local culture
  • 11 Practicing English
  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 3 Developing environmental awareness
  • 2 Developing social awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 5 3. Good health and well-being
Sienna

Australia

5

My stay with Mary was amazing. She was so welcoming and accommodating , and even as the only volunteer I felt completely at home from the moment I arrived. The tasks were clear , enjoyable and easy to complete, leaving plenty of time to explore the local culture , food and beautiful medieval villages. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a peaceful environment to slow down, be present and enjoy a local authentic experience. I'm so grateful for Mary's kindness and hospitality.

3 months ago

Angela

Spain

5

We had a wonderful experience at the home. Mary and Jeremy are very outgoing, friendly, and dedicated people. We had a cottage with all the necessary amenities. They even gave us some money to buy food and cooked for us some nights. The work was easy and enjoyable, and they were flexible with the schedule. The surroundings were beautiful, and they even lent us a car to explore the area. They are very enthusiastic and plan everything in advance, so they really appreciate good communication beforehand. We had a very happy time there.

6 months ago

Noah

Canada

5

I had such a great time at the home! The surrounding area was beautiful! Mary recommended lots of historical sites nearby and we took advantage on our days off. The house we stayed it was very cozy and the work hours were quite easy. We painted a wall and a ceiling during our time there. We had access to a car, and did some cool day trips as well. We enjoyed many dinners with our hosts and enjoyed socializing! Thank you Mary and Jeremy

11 months ago

Brett

United States

5

Noah and I had a wonderful experience at the home! Mary and Jeremy, were incredibly welcoming and friendly throughout our entire stay, and we highly recommend this experience. Our tasks included painting walls, sanding window panes, raking leaves, and organizing furniture. The work was well communicated, flexible, relatively easy, and not too tedious. We had an entire cottage to ourselves to live and cook our own meals in, which was lovely as well. On our days off, we took the car to explore nearby cities, go hiking, or go rock climbing. The fall colors were beautiful too!

11 months ago

Araceli

United States

5

I absolutely loved my time in the home!! Mary and Jeremy are great hosts I loved getting to know them and having dinners with them. They were so kind and always made sure I was comfortable there. This property is absolutely dreamy and I will always keep this memory close to my heart. I hipe to one day come back! I was alone in my own cottage and never felt unsafe or anything like that at all. The cottage was divine and if you know how to drive manual cars they will have one there for you to use. Absolutely recommend!

about 1 year ago


Mary replied

Thank you Araceli
We enjoyed having you to stay and would love to welcome you back again if ever you want to rd is it France. Good luck in the future.

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