Homestay Charente-Maritime, France

5.0
(8 reviews)8

๐ŸŒฟ Join our French Family in the Countryside! ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

Immerse yourself in the local culture
7 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Connect with nature
5 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
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.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Support
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Verified Host
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Availability

Oct
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Stay at least
1 week
Stay up to
2 weeks

The Experience

Hi, we are a family of 4. Our children are 6 and 2,5 years old and we have a dog. We offer a private bedroom and bathroom. We are in the countryside without activity near. Train station and small town is 15min by car. We used to travel before having 2 kids and a house and we've been hosted sometimes. Now it's our turn to host and enjoy new people at home. Most of the time we ask for cleaning, kids care (French speaking only).

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Requirements

  • Beginner French
  • Between 18 and 30 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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8 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 7 Immersing in the local culture
  • 5 Get in touch with nature
  • 4 Meeting locals
  • 3 Developing social awareness
  • 2 Developing environmental awareness
  • 2 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 4 13. Climate action
  • 4 15. Life on land
  • 2 8. Decent work and economic growth
Lena

Germany

5

I had one of my best stays with Marion, Mickaรซl and the kids! I had a great time with everyone and i loved to look after the kids! The work was very easy and you had a lot of time for yourself . The area is also nice, just to have a little walk. I got insights in the french culture and daily lifestyle which i really appreciated. I was also able to improve my french. I felt so welcome it was almost like home. You also have your own half of the house with your bedroom bathroom and kitchen.

4 months ago

VICTORIA

Argentina

5

Mika and Marion are kind and respectful people.

They live in a dream setting; their home is cozy and the garden is beautiful.

They offer comfortable accommodations, separate from their own home, which guarantees plenty of privacyโ€”and itโ€™s very welcoming!

They respect your schedule and are flexible when it comes to household chores.
The chores were varied, though most involved gardening.

I can only thank them; their home and the surrounding area captivated me with their beauty...

Thank you so much to both of you!! ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ’—๐ŸŒŸ

7 months ago


Mickael replied

Thanks a lot for all the help in the garden which was really late this year. Your help allow me to spend more time with the kids which is really important.

Abigail

United States

5

Such a welcoming family and an amazing experience! It was my first worldpackers experience, and I hit the jackpot! 100% would recommend.

9 months ago


Mickael replied

Thank you very much. Hope the rest of you trip will be less rainy.

Malia

United States

5

We had a wonderful time with Mickael and Marion and felt welcomed into their family from day one. They are very knowledgeable, willing to answer any questions you have about France, and understanding of cultural differences. Marion is especially passionate about art and loves to share her work and knowledge. Work hours and tasks varied daily. It was mostly raining while we were there, so we mainly entertained their two amazing children and helped prepare meals. Other tasks included cleaning and painting their gรฎte. We had an amazing three weeks and will miss the family very much.

9 months ago


Mickael replied

Thank you very much. Hope the rest of you trip will be less rainy.

Stella Maya

Germany

5

I loved my stay and wished it was longer in the end! Great place to practise French and spend time with a lovely family + family dog Suki. ๐ŸŒบ

10 months ago

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