Homestay Haute-Garonne, France

5.0
(16 reviews)16

Come to our permaculture garden, at the foot of the Pyrénées, 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
13 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Learn about sustainability
13 travelers learned about sustainability working with this host
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

4h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-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.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Permaculture Course
Take part in our Permaculture course 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.
Support
Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.
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Availability

Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

We are restoring ecologically a earth house and looking after 2 hectares of land but we're not farmers. A vegetable garden and a tree-filled park, both organic and heavily inspired by permaculture. You will help create various types of mulch and see how effective it makes weeding when done properly. You’ll prune and maintain hedges and trees, reusing the cuttings, and assist in caring for a small forest.

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Requirements

  • Beginner French or Fluent English
  • Between 22 and 60 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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16 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 13 Get in touch with nature
  • 13 Learning about sustainability
  • 11 Developing environmental awareness
  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 6 Immersing in the local culture
  • 5 Meeting international travelers

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 15 12. Responsible consumption and production
  • 9 3. Good health and well-being
  • 4 6. Clean water and sanitation
Pia

Chile

5

I had such a good experience this last 2 weeks.
Pascale and Christian a lovely couple , they were really sweet and caring. Every morning we worked in their beautiful 2 hectare garden, doing different tasks.
They only gave us lunch but it was home made with fresh ingredients from the garden and was delicious.

5 months ago

Evellyn

Brazil

5

I loved the time I spent at Pascale and Christian's house. They are very sweet and welcoming. They have such a wonderful energy! My days were surrounded by beautiful flowers, birdsong, and delicious, nutritious meals. I can only say merci Pascale et Christian🪻😊🎶

6 months ago

Torgyn

Kazakhstan

5

It was my first volunteering experience, everything went great. Pascale and Christian are very nice and kind people, they were very welcoming. I had the chance to learn about French village life and practice my French. The canine is well equipped, I had everything I needed, the working hours are respected and the work is not very hard and enjoyable. The nature is beautiful in that area.

about 1 year ago

Juan David

Colombia

5

One of those experiences that not only gives you a bunch of unforgettable moments but also touches you deeply. Pascale and Christian are not only gently and amazing people, but their wisdom will open new paths for you if you are willing to let that happen.

about 1 year ago

Kaellen

Brazil

5

I had a truly wonderful experience during my stay. It was such a rich opportunity to learn more about gardening while also spending time with two amazing people. They are full of wisdom, generosity, and always willing to share their knowledge and kindness. The food was absolutely delicious, and I'll always remember our warm lunch conversations. I'd recommend this experience especially to those who are familiar with and enjoy rural life. :)

about 1 year ago

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About the host

Hosted by Pascale

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Response Rate
This host usually answers to 80% of the messages
Response Time
This host usually writes back in 2 days

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