Homestay Loire, France

5.0
(12 reviews)12

Help an Artist Build His Online Presence! 🎨

Top Host
This host receives lots of worldpackers and has a high average rating, being recognized by the community as a Top Host.
High demand host
This host has received 5 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with the locals
9 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Immerse yourself in the local culture
9 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

15h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Content Writer
Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
Photography
Take, edit and provide amazing photos.
Video Making
Create, edit and publish digital videos.
Social Media
Maintain and update social media channels.
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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
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!
Free Hiking Tours
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Get free drinks or beverages.
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Parties
Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
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
1 week

The Experience

Bonjour! I'm Gilles — a sculptor, photographer, and visual artist living and creating in a peaceful, green corner of Montbrison, at the foot of the Massif Central in the beautiful Forez region of France. I’m looking for a creative and tech-savvy volunteer to help me share my work with the world through social media and digital content. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in French culture, art, and nature

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Requirements

  • Between 18 and 45 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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12 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 9 Meeting locals
  • 9 Immersing in the local culture
  • 7 Get in touch with nature
  • 6 Developing social awareness
  • 4 Developing environmental awareness
  • 3 Meeting international travelers
Astrid

Croatia

5

The host and his family are very friendly and I really enjoyed the week I spent in Montbrison. There are lots of opportunities to improve your language skills, share experiences, and learn new things.

about 2 months ago

Cristiane Vanessa Alves de

Brazil

5

Gilles is an amazing person, and so is his family. I was very well received, had an excellent stay, and visited many places. I highly recommend them and plan to return.

6 months ago

SARA

Brazil

5

I had a wonderful experience with my host, Gilles. I felt welcomed from the very beginning, in a warm and inspiring environment. I learned a lot during my stay, especially by spending time in the atelier and discovering his sculpture work. The city was also a lovely surprise: calm, with welcoming people and a very pleasant pace of life. I really enjoyed trying delicious French meals and discovering new places thanks to Gilles. I'm very grateful for this experience, which inspired me a lot. I will carry these memories with me and hope to come back one day.

7 months ago

Tiffany

United States

5

I had a very cozy and relaxing time in Montbrison! Gilles cooked delicious and healthy meals everyday, and was a very interesting and considerate person. I even got to help him with one of his sculptures, which was very special :)

9 months ago


Gilles Christian Jacques replied

Tiffany est une personne agréable, souriante, et volontaire…
Pour moi et mon le entourage le séjour que nous avons passé avec elle fût en hôte d'un grand soutien…
Oui Tiffany est une belle personne, elle est précieuse, ici elle est appréciée de tous…
C'est une personne qu'il faut rencontrer et accueillir…

Art

France

5

I spent truly amazing time at Gilles and made a new friend. The experience is perfect for enjoying the home of Montbrison, meeting the vibrant local community and learning a lot about yourself. Gilles is a great host, considerate and kind. Dear Gilles, Thank you so much for your patience and hospitality.

9 months ago

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