Restore a historic building: hands-on experience in the South
The experience
Looking for a unique hands-on experience where you can learn, create, and make a real impact? Join us in restoring a large old building and be part of the adventure! We host only a few volunteers at a time, ensuring a friendly, personal atmosphere. Help with renovation, small projects, gardening, and daily activities while learning skills and enjoying peaceful countryside life. Follow us on Instagram: @leplushautmas
What you offer
25 hours of help per week
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
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.
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.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English or Intermediate French
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Activities & Shift
ACTIVITIES:
- construction works
- structural activities
- various small activities
- gardening (for ornamental and vegetable gardens)
SHIFTS:
5 hours a day, 5 days a week.
We usually start at 9am and work until 2pm. We then have lunch together.
Days off could be Saturday and Sunday, but it could also be some other days. We can talk about it.
Rules
Non-smokers only.
We provide 3 delicious meals a day, and if you’d like extra food, you’re welcome to bring your own. Breakfast is simple and tasty, with tea or coffee and bread with butter and jam.
Laundry is available for €5 per load, with clothes naturally dried outside in the sun, adding a touch of countryside charm to your stay.