Guest House Espagnac, France

5.0
(85 reviews)85

Help With Woodland Management and Gardening in Rural France

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
Connect with nature
64 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
45 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Farming
Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Free Tours
We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
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.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
6 weeks

The Experience

We are an English family living in Corrèze in the beautiful Northern Dordogne Valley region of France. We are looking for help in our 6 hectare forest - sustainable woodland management and preparation of firewood. There will also be work in our garden and around our lake, as well as in the vegetable garden and some outdoor maintenance projects This will suit someone who loves to be outside in the country and has some relevant experience.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner French
  • Over 22 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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85 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 64 Get in touch with nature
  • 45 Learning about sustainability
  • 43 Immersing in the local culture
  • 43 Developing environmental awareness
  • 42 Practicing English
  • 39 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 48 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 35 7. Affordable and clean energy
  • 27 5. Gender equality
Grace

Australia

5

I had to be pushed out the door to leave this place! I loved every minute of it. From the moment I arrived, til when I left, I felt warm and welcomed into their space. I learnt so much from Sam, all about food, the environment, sustainability, running a successful resort, the list goes on and on. And James' knowledge of the area helped me hugely with getting about, either running or the guest house routes. I certainly have taken away a lot from this experience, one which I'll never forget. I hope to one day circle back here ❤️

22 days ago


Samantha replied

We only let you go because we were leaving on holiday ourselves LOL. Loved hosting you - you will always be welcome back xx

Danni

Brazil

5

I had an incredible experience in Corrèze. Sam and James are fun, helpful and patient and they explain all the tasks very clearly. The work itself is not complicated and the guests are lovely; some have been coming for years, which creates a really strong sense of community. In my free time, I could explore towns, had movie nights, visited local markets and enjoyed the amazing lake and pool just behind the house.
This was my first volunteering experience and it will be very hard for anything to top this stay. I hope to return one day, either as a volunteer again or even a guest. <3

about 2 months ago

Michaela

Czech Republic

5

The small hotel is in nature, there is a pool and a lake in the garden. The work is varied, cleaning, gardening, setting the table for breakfast and dinner. The owners are British, who are amazing. I spent a lot of time with Sam, especially in interesting conversations about politics, economics and ecology. She cooks great, she showed me lots of amazing recipes. During the month I experienced the Tour de France, a flea market, a farmer's market, a concert at the castle, I tried paddleboarding and I met lots of great people, as well as the sweetest dog Noodle and the funniest chicken Miriam 🤩

3 months ago

Eli

United States

5

I have been putting off writing this review, as I’m having a hard time finding the right words to explain how this experience has changed me. Sam and James live a truly beautiful and meaningful life in rural France, completely surrounded by nature. Sam is a true chef and former interior designer so you are spoiled with meals and a beautiful home to spend your time in. She is also an incredible artist and will teach you how to sew and share how she makes everything out of most things others would toss out. She’s inspired me to live a more sustainable and creative lifestyle. (I hit word limit)!

5 months ago


Samantha replied

Thank you for your lovely feedback. Good luck in theatre land - we know you are a star xxxx

Regina

Mexico

5

This was my first volunteer experience. I felt very welcome from the very beginning, Samantha and James are wonderful hosts, so kind, attentive and always making sure we had everything we needed. The place is beautiful, surrounded by nature and countryside. I loved discovering this peaceful side of France. The tasks were quite simple, and as someone who loves being outdoors I so enjoyed them. We had the opportunity to meet Stuart, a friend of S&J, with whom we spent time during our stay and who also helped with other tasks. It was a wonderful experience, which S&J undoubtedly make even better!

6 months ago


Samantha replied

Thank you Regina - we miss you xx

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