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Please read our feedback to get an unbiased view of what to expect from staying with us and why so many workawayers extend their stay or come back for a second, third or fourth visit. A lot of our volunteers have come to think of us as their second home. You need to have a good level of English, be fit, strong and healthy and able to use logic, reason, common sense and the correct mental attitude. If you believe you have these qualities, then you will be in for a good time.
We are converting a barn and are at the final stages where we need to do the plumbing, run electrics, put up plasterboard, lay tiles etc. Experience is a bonus but not essential but if you have plumbing skills, you'd be very welcome. This year we will be concentrating more on gardening and landscaping, general maintenance of our old manor house and general help in the house.
Very important: Please read our profile in full and check our calendar before applying, as it saves disappointment and we don't have to decline your application. Everything you need to know is contained in our profile and sometimes repeated to ensure you don't miss any important parts. We have a large dog who can be boisterous but not aggressive.
Sorry but we do not accept families, groups or people who want to bring pets and people with any health issues, including pet or food allergies. Nor can we cater for anyone with special dietary requirements including vegetarians, gluten, wheat or lactose intolerant, any other eating disorders, religious dietary restrictions (Pork/Beef) or picky eaters as we are catering for large groups. We are sorry but we do not make exceptions.
This is an exchange. You need to come with the attitude that you are here to help us. We have a duty of care, so making sure our volunteers are happy and have a good time is our main concern. We have grown up children and grand children and we try to look after everyone who stays here in a way that we hope our own family would be treated if they were staying with hosts.
If you cannot get out of bed in the morning, suffer from mood swings, struggle to socialize or have an aversion to hard, physical work, this is not the place for you.
The tasks are hard but we laugh a lot. You will be joining a family environment and treated as a member of our family. Meal times are important as we all sit down together to eat and talk and find out about each other. Strong bonds are made in this way and many strong friendships have been made between us and between workawayers.
You need to be strong and fit, have common sense, logic and reason, initiative, a sense of humour and come with a good work ethic and be prepared to help us on site and in the house.
We are an Anglo Franco family (English is spoken most of the time). You will not get the opportunity to practice French much and you need a good grasp of English. We live in an isolated, large rambling house in the middle of the stunning Dordogne countryside in South West France for the past thirty years. Having your own transport will ensure you have a better time as we cannot guarantee taking you out every day to see the sites and visit villages.
From April- October we normally have approximately 4/6 volunteers staying with us in male and female dormitories. Minimum stay 2 weeks but longer stays are preferred. Please state whether it is building, gardening or housework that you are interested in and when you wish to come.
You'll have fun learning useful skills you will use throughout your life. Someone with construction experience would be fantastic.
Please make sure you read our profile in full before applying. We will know if you have not taken the trouble to read our profile in full. We want you to apply because you feel we are best suited to the type of experience you are looking for and not sending a blanket one fits all request to dozens of hosts. We ask for a minimum of two weeks stays but we prefer longer stays. We can't accept dogs, families nor groups of travellers or anyone with special dietary/health needs which includes vegetarians.
Our daughter and her French husband and their two young daughters and our eldest son and his two little boys live near by and are frequent visitors to the house for dinner and the occasional cup of tea. Workawayers are always included as part of the family at these events. This is usually the only time we speak French as a family.
Our part of the Dordogne is spectacularly beautiful. Wild boar, deer and wildlife are abundant and Buzzards and Black Kite are to be seen circling on the air currents on a daily basis. There are rivers and lakes to swim in, as well as canoeing and two great swimming pools about 30 minutes away. Rock climbing, walking, horse riding at local stables, picnics and caves (about 2 hours away) to explore as well as historic towns to visit. There are local markets as well as historic town centres and buildings to interest everyone. There is little night life, so our fire pit is the central focus of evening entertainment.
We have walnut, apple, pear, cherry, hazelnut and plum trees. We have about 10,000 sq. metres of land.
During the summer months there are music concerts everywhere. There are also lots of village fetes and lots of local things to do. We live in the middle of the countryside, miles from anywhere with no public transport , but we do try to ensure you get the chance to visit some local attractions and do fun things locally in your non working time. Having your own car will ensure you get out more as we cannot ensure taking you out everyday.
We have had several volunteers here at a time and have had some wonderful times together. The help can be hard but the atmosphere is terrific and most people have really loved being here. Many workawayers stay much longer than they originally planned.
****** Please note gentlemen , if you like to go to swimming pools you need to bring speedos as swimming shorts are banned and you will not be allowed to swim******
Please note: Not suitable for dogs or families with children. We provide three main meals per day (we are meat eaters )and plenty of it. No one leaves the table hungry. We do not provide wine or beer as a staple and we cannot cater for anyone with special dietary needs. Please do not apply if you are a vegetarian. We have cats and dogs and can't take people with any allergies as we live in a very rural area.
IMPORTANT: Please quote: REFERENCE 123. When applying so that we know you have read our profile in full.Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
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Julia and Paul are English but have lived in France for thirty years. Our children are married and or have French partners. They visit a lot so you can practice your French. You will also pick up a number of new skills that will prove useful throughout your life.
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We are currently looking for workawayers to help on a renovation projects and general maintenance on our house especially helping in the gardens. Experience an advantage but not always essential . People who are prepared to muck in and fit in with an easy going and friendly family and help with the vegetable garden or general chores when necessary. Our main house is a constant project, we also have an old ruined barn that we are turning into a house.
People with their own transport would be particularly well suited as we are out in the country and we can not always promise to take you on exploration trips.
5 hours per day, five day week or equivalent depending on team requirements, with some weekends required (included in the 5 days)Sprachen
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2 dormitory bedrooms one for boys and one for girls sleeping 2 and 6 with shared bathroom facilities. These are basic, clean and comfortable
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At home we also need help around the house and in our vegetable garden , general gardening and fruit picking in season. We prefer volunteers to offer help rather than having to be asked. We have walnut, apple, pear, cherry, hazelnut and plum trees. We have about 10,000 sq. metres of land. You will need work clothes and protective shoes and proper work gloves and do remember a hat or cap for the sun. Please ensure you have your health insurance up to date and tetanus jabs up to date. As mentioned we cannot accommodate special dietary requirements ( vegetarians , vegan, gluten intolerant etc, please do not apply ) no allergies. No other health issues either sorry. Whilst we like to accommodate many nationalities we ask for a good level of understanding of spoken English and or French. You will be using tools regularly so you must be able to understand instructions , your safety is important to us.
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5 hours per day, five days week or equivalent depending on requirements. with some weekends required (included in the 5 days) thank you
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Paul and Julia are some of the most genuine and giving people I’ve come to… read more
Paul and Julia are wonderful hosts (with fantastic sense of humour) who couldn't do enough for us.
I booked for two weeks and extended it to three. When leaving here, you really feel like the bubble has popped and you have to go back to reality.
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The working part in the moning was great, I learned and tried a few new things and after lunch you have enough time to get to really know each other. In the… read more
What can I say... Has been exactly what I needed: a place to feel safe, at home and to be called "kid" again XD
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First of all, Julia and Paul are two of the most kind, caring, and amazing people I've ever met. They really care about their workawayers, and they make you feel like you're really at home. Furthermore, I've learned lots of… read more
The house was always buzzing with other volunteers, family, guests, clients and pets - making it feel like a second home. I really admire Paul and Julia’s ability to honestly welcome so many… read more
The second one I was the only workaway, I spend a lot of time with Paul and Julia, had the oportunity to heard the amount of stories they have to tell, improve my english talking with… read more
I have no words to describe my one month stay at this place, it was wonderful and gave me an idea what an ideal workaway should be like.
The hosts, Julia and Paul, were so kind and nice to me from the first day, they always wanted to make… read more
I believe the few weeks I spent in their lovely Dordogne home were the best weeks of my life. The food was amazing (thank you Julia!) and the work was enriching. I learned A LOT in terms of manual labor and what it is like living in a community. I loved doing the brocante on the… read more
I worked in many different projects where I could develop many skills like building steps and walls, working with cement and lime, digging trenches, setting up marquees, moving furniture,… read more
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I really enjoyed talking to them while having a teabreak, as they always have a good story to tell which never gets boring. You can always have an interesting discussion… read more
The work was also fun, sometimes… read more
340 days living, sharing and learning from Paul and Julia. Almost one whole year went by so fast, it felt like a couple of months, which was the amount of time i was supposed to stay in their stunning home.
But living there was just so easy. The work was hard sometimes and i loved it. I learned so much, not only about… read more
Work was varied and generally enjoyable - I worked mostly with insulation but also helped out on house clearances and did work in the… read more
The work is well organized, it usually takes 5 hours (in the morning) for 5 days a week. We always had a tea break during… read more
We spent the mornings working depending on what was to do. The work was a lot of fun, even when it required some strength at times, but they always made sure we… read more
We were building a house, the work was very entertaining and not at all hard or difficult, besides… read more
Paul really smoothly navigated not a small bunch of workawayers: skilled or unskilled, native-speakers or foreigners, always with great patience, ready to explain and respect to their abilities, that was really lovely. Everything from meals, day schedule, work was well-organised, well-equipped, tools… read more
The work is tough but very rewarding, and after a few days of their hospitality you'll feel yourself… read more
Paul & Julia are one of the most welcoming and warm hearted persons I've ever met. Julia is an absolutly well organized woman, she is so kind and one of the most unselfish people you can meet. She cares for everyone, and trys… read more
You will find of course a place in which you can learn some new skills but the most important thing is that you're a part of the family. We eat together… read more
I loved the working on the house and seeing how it progressed during my stay. Paul believes everyone is good at something and will make sure he finds you a task which you'll like to do. I was lucky enough to be here… read more
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I decided to apply for this workaway because I wanted to run out from the big city where I live and find a quiet place in… read more
Thoughts of leaving is a road of loneliness.
But my journey hasn’t finished yet .
And I’ll remember with longing all the jokes that you said.
Paul, with unfinished stories that makes we wonder about.
How amazing was you life of adventures and no doubts.
You knew where to go and how to proceed.
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In amazing Dordogne remote countryside, in 900 years old house full of history and stories, in a perfect mix between French and English culture, this place and their owners are special, and make you feel like it too.
Paul and Julia will welcome… read more
I enjoyed it so much that I decided to stay few more days and I was very sad to leave the house at the end. In total I stayed almost 3 weeks, 3 weeks of happiness.
We worked the morning until 13.30. I was so glad to help to build the house. I learnt a lot of new skills.
I was with 7 other… read more
This was my first experience as a workaway, and I feel like I couldn't have chosen a better start! Everything worked so well: I had the chance to practice my english, to learn new - and usefull - skills, and, the most importantly, I had the chance to meet new great people!
Paul and Julia are amazing hosts! They are… read more
I don't know what happened but as you can see it took me some time to write a review ;) Apologies for the delay.
Although it has been a long time ago, every now and then, I do still think back of the time spent with you and it was incredible. You both are incredible people with great… read more
My original two weeks stay quickly became six and I would have stayed longer if not for complications concerning illness in my family back home.
Paul and Julia are the quintessential loving family and what makes this workaway experience so memorable. They are warm, thoughtful… read more
Paul and Julia are so kind, generous and open minded. They will do everything for make sure you'll have your best stay. We shared a lot of time together, just talking, laughing and watching TV.
The food was amazing, Paul and Julia are both chefs, so prepare yourself to… read more
Paul and Julia are generous, very open-minded, compassionate people with a light-hearted approach to life. They cook absolutely banging meals everyday and ensure you never go… read more
I met incredible people that tried to make my experience the best possible, and they managed to do it.
Paul, Julia and Adrianne have created a house with a special environment. I can only say thank you. I left your house with a new experience, new friends and an example of living.… read more
They are very hospitable, and i felt completely at home!!!
Both have a realy english humor and i realy enjoied the jokes and them stories.
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Paul and Julia both have a stunning sense of humor, they are very generous with their time and they are excellent chefs.
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Thank you so much for you warm hearted, open minded and joyful caring to all of us staying with you in the last 2,5 weeks. I had an incredible time in working outside and meeting beautiful, young individuals from all different countries. You took care of us in the best way; were able to notice whatever was going around… read more
I have honestly had the most amazing time of my entire life here. I've met some truly amazing people and learned many skills during my time here. I know it's very… read more
The location is amazing in the middle of the country side with a lot of nature and animals around, nice villages to visit and beautiful walks in the forest.
Lunch and diner were always very special. Very good hearty meals, interesting conversations and tons of funny jocks… read more
There is always enough work to do, but you definitively will not be forced to work longer as agreed ;)
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"We know what we are but know not what we may be."
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Paul and Julia are amazing people, they provided a lot during the stay from great meals, amazing stories and experiences to a warm welcoming house. I had good fun working here along side… read more
I spent there eighteen days and, from the moment I arrived, I felt like at home.
Paul and Julia were like second parents to me. They took good care of all the volunteers, being more than generous in every single way, remarking the amazing food they prepared for us!
Their family is so friendly and lovely… read more
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Since you have already got many excellent references with good cause, it would not be amiss to receive one which is a bit critical.
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Thankyou to all the lovely slaves that worked for me and with me,hope you all still having a good time in whatever you doing.
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The work was a great mixture of activities, some days building work, gardening or the antique shop.
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Paul and Julia are two extremely welcoming hosts that strive to create a positive experience for everyone involved.
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I'll come back one day next year probably. Hopefully I can see you all then.
Cheers!
I would warn people that to not like clutter that this is probably not a good place for them. Paul has more stock… read more