Homestay Lower Normandy, France

5.0
(69 reviews)69

Looking for a couple to come help out!

Connect with nature
57 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Expand your environmental consciousness
45 travelers felt they returned from this experience with a greater environmental consciousness
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.
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet 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.
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
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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Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
4 weeks

The Experience

We're looking for help in the garden and some renovations in our various buildings. We have a beautiful garden in the middle of beautiful countryside. We are currently getting all the buildings ready to sell.

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Beginner French
  • Between 18 and 40 years old
  • Only welcomes couples and partners (does not accept solo volunteers)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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69 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 57 Get in touch with nature
  • 45 Developing environmental awareness
  • 42 Learning about sustainability
  • 35 Practicing English
  • 31 Meeting international travelers
  • 14 Meeting locals
Anna

Czech Republic

5

Staying in Ticheville was an absolute dream! It's a charming, quiet village surrounded by gorgeous French countryside and architecture—ideal for relaxing walks or bike rides. It's the perfect getaway to recharge, discover Normandy and spend quality time with yourself or your partner. We spent plenty of time outdoors in the home helping around the house. Debbie is a fantastic host and an amazing person to be around—very open and super flexible about everything. Dan was also extremely kind, helpful and supportive throughout. A huge thank you for such a memorable experience!

2 months ago

Ondřej

Czech Republic

5

It was sooo great, Debbie and Dan are really wonderful people. They explained everything clearly every time and always answered our questions about anything. Debbie also gave us so many tips on trips and on how to get around Normandy. The working hours and work were always agreed upon and clear. The place and the surrounding area were very quiet and beautiful, ideal for creating stronger bond with your partner and relaxing. The local towns and villages are really cozy and beautiful are beat explored on foot, by bikes or by hitching (you can even get to the coast pretty easily).

3 months ago

Yana

Russia

5

We had a wonderful time with Debbie and Dan! The property has a vast the home where you can genuinely learn gardening, from planting vegetables to caring for different plants. A great hands-on experience. The accommodation is a separate house completely to yourself, so you will have all the peace and quiet you need to rest and recharge. Debbie is warm, sociable and incredibly kind. Dan is cheerful and easy to be around. Both made us feel very welcome! Normandy is a beautiful region with charming villages and postcard-perfect countryside. Highly recommend!

4 months ago

Kirill

Russia

5

We spent two wonderful months with Debbie and Daniel, and it was an unforgettable experience. We learned so much about gardening, and they inspired us to create our own the home one day. We really enjoyed spending time together and always felt welcome and comfortable. They were kind, patient, and happy to share their knowledge. We were also lucky to explore beautiful Normandy and experience the authentic French countryside. Thank you for everything. We'll always remember our time with you!

4 months ago

Finley

Australia

5

Debbie was an amazing host. She was super welcoming and fun, we had lots of great chats and laughs. The work was abit different to the profile tho. There is no kitchen work and the gardening is more weeding than anything else (the time of year also effected this). The hotel isn't open anymore so we were on the property by ourselves most of the time which was super relaxing. Totally recommend for people who loves the outdoors or love to read in peace in their time off!

about 1 year ago

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Hosted by Deborah

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