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I'm looking for people whom need some help for the house inside and ouside. Or, an association, organization whom needs people to welcome, explain. I don't like spending my time alone, working alone, eating alone...
I travel with my car.
Interests
Gardening
Farming
History
Culture
DIY & crafts
Books
Charity work
Sustainability
Vegetarian or vegan
Yoga / Wellness
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: FluentMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
General Maintenance
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Some knowledge of:
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Eco Projects
Able to teach about:
Languages
More details about your skills
Easy going, communication with people, painting, gardening, DIY
Age
49
What else ...
Hello !! I'm from Rennes, Brittany, France. I have just sold in March my tiny company which helped elderly and disabled people at home. So now I have the time to travel and to visit Europe. I have done almost 40 spots with WA. In 2017 I spent my year abroad travelling with my car in Great Britain and Ireland. During that time I visited and worked in so many different places. For an instance, I work in a music school, a donkeys sanctuary, in a buddist temple... With WA, I have travelled in Germany-Czech Republic-Austria-Slovaquia-Hungary, and several spots in France as well. I travel with my car.
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Driver's licence
Allergies
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16 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Help me to paint my house and ...)
My stay with Ingrid was my last one in Norway. I stayed with Ingrid 12 days and she welcomed me very warmly in her beautiful house located in a beautiful place between sea and forrest. The jobs I had to do were very easy and Ingrid was always working with me, I was never alone. I'm glad that she enjoyed when we decluttered the cellar. Ingrid spent… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Oct 2024
Left by host (Help me to paint my house and ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Hello Philippe, sorry for the late feedback.
Philippe was with me for 12 days in August and was my last workawayer for this year.
He helped me clean out my basement and it was a good fit that he likes to do physical work. There were a lot of heavy boxes to transport, which I wouldn't have been able to do without Philippe. We managed to collect a… read more
Philippe was with me for 12 days in August and was my last workawayer for this year.
He helped me clean out my basement and it was a good fit that he likes to do physical work. There were a lot of heavy boxes to transport, which I wouldn't have been able to do without Philippe. We managed to collect a… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Apr 2024
Left by host (Family farmhouse, beer ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe was at our place just in time for our kid's summer camp. We had a fun time together, Philippe is a great person to have a conversation with. When he does something, he does it perfectly - that's a good and rare characteristic to have. He helped us at the summer camp and kids liked to speak with him and improve their French and English… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Family farmhouse, beer ...)
This is not a "bla-bla" feedback. I spent only 2 weeks with Arta and Arturs. I wasn't here because they needed to renovate a floor or to renew the garden, I was here because they wanted to have a cultural exchange with me.
They want to spend time with you, to share their table and moments with you.
This is a very rare place.
They want to spend time with you, to share their table and moments with you.
This is a very rare place.
(Excellent
)
24 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Help us with gardening, ...)
First, I'm sorry to reply belatedly to Ruta and Gytis 's feedback because I spent a very good time with them. Usually I spend 1 or 2 weeks for my stays but I wanted to extend my stay as long as possible.
They are very very friendly they did everything for me to be as satisfied as possible.
I swam every day in the river, walked Pukis. We picked up… read more
They are very very friendly they did everything for me to be as satisfied as possible.
I swam every day in the river, walked Pukis. We picked up… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Oct 2023
Left by host (Help us with gardening, ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe stayed with us for two weeks at the end of August, during which he was immensely helpful. He planned to stay for a week, but he changed his mind and decided to stay longer, of which we were really happy. Even with his changing plans, it never caused any trouble at all. He tackled various physical tasks like chopping wood, mowing the… read more
(Excellent
)
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16 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Help me to paint my house and ...)
My stay with Ingrid was my last one in Norway. I stayed with Ingrid 12 days and she welcomed me very warmly in her beautiful house located in a beautiful place between sea and forrest. The jobs I had to do were very easy and Ingrid was always working with me, I was never alone. I'm glad that she enjoyed when we decluttered the cellar. Ingrid spent… read more
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2024
Left by host (Help me to paint my house and ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Hello Philippe, sorry for the late feedback.
Philippe was with me for 12 days in August and was my last workawayer for this year.
He helped me clean out my basement and it was a good fit that he likes to do physical work. There were a lot of heavy boxes to transport, which I wouldn't have been able to do without Philippe. We managed to collect a… read more
Philippe was with me for 12 days in August and was my last workawayer for this year.
He helped me clean out my basement and it was a good fit that he likes to do physical work. There were a lot of heavy boxes to transport, which I wouldn't have been able to do without Philippe. We managed to collect a… read more
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2024
Left by host (Family farmhouse, beer ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe was at our place just in time for our kid's summer camp. We had a fun time together, Philippe is a great person to have a conversation with. When he does something, he does it perfectly - that's a good and rare characteristic to have. He helped us at the summer camp and kids liked to speak with him and improve their French and English… read more
(Excellent)
1 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Family farmhouse, beer ...)
This is not a "bla-bla" feedback. I spent only 2 weeks with Arta and Arturs. I wasn't here because they needed to renovate a floor or to renew the garden, I was here because they wanted to have a cultural exchange with me.
They want to spend time with you, to share their table and moments with you.
This is a very rare place.
They want to spend time with you, to share their table and moments with you.
This is a very rare place.
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Help us with gardening, ...)
First, I'm sorry to reply belatedly to Ruta and Gytis 's feedback because I spent a very good time with them. Usually I spend 1 or 2 weeks for my stays but I wanted to extend my stay as long as possible.
They are very very friendly they did everything for me to be as satisfied as possible.
I swam every day in the river, walked Pukis. We picked up… read more
They are very very friendly they did everything for me to be as satisfied as possible.
I swam every day in the river, walked Pukis. We picked up… read more
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2023
Left by host (Help us with gardening, ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe stayed with us for two weeks at the end of August, during which he was immensely helpful. He planned to stay for a week, but he changed his mind and decided to stay longer, of which we were really happy. Even with his changing plans, it never caused any trouble at all. He tackled various physical tasks like chopping wood, mowing the… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jul 2023
Left by host (Help on our family land ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe stayed with us for two weeks. He is kind, confident and hard working. He joined in easily with family and was always polite and friendly. Also he was great in communicating his needs and asked questions, when needed. He was self motivated and talkative. We are thankful for all of the work he completed.
(Excellent)
14 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Experience traditional red ...)
I spent 1 week with Olli but it was a bit short.
His spot is beautiful, surrended by the forrest and with a lake.
Olli is a very nice guy and I was part of the family with his lovely wife Sari.
The work he wants you to do is clear and adapted to your skills,
For relaxing time I met his friends and we hung out together, and going out to watch a… read more
His spot is beautiful, surrended by the forrest and with a lake.
Olli is a very nice guy and I was part of the family with his lovely wife Sari.
The work he wants you to do is clear and adapted to your skills,
For relaxing time I met his friends and we hung out together, and going out to watch a… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2023
Left by host (Experience traditional red ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe stayed with us for a week and helped to paint the barnhouse and collect firewood in the forest. Work in the forest is pretty physical, yet it is no problem at all for Philippe. He also participated in tasks around the house such as heating up the sauna (wood heated) and hoovering the house. He also helped around in the kitchen. Philippe… read more
(Excellent)
26 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Share our life and learn ...)
I spent a so good time that I decided to come again the same summer. Each time, I was very welcomed. A lot of hosts write "you will be a part of the family" but with Beth and Vasek, it was really like that. Always asking you what do you need what do you want. Very Interesting things to do for boys and girls. Always available to drive you to visit… read more
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe joined us twice over this past summer. Each time such an asset to our project, completely renovation of a house in three months. He was flexible and happy to help in whatever needed to be done. His work ranged from helping to dig a septic system, painting, working with students, and making 100 crepes. Whatever task he had, he always put… read more
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2021
Left by host (Help us with some tasks ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe was a hard worker and learns very quickly. He is very interesting and has a very good sense of humour. He was very clean and tidy and had a good command of the English language. We would highly recommend him, and wish him good luck on his next adventure.
(Excellent)
14 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Help us with some tasks ...)
I spent only 10 days with Yvie and Steve (It means I would have spent more time with them). It was a very good time. They were very kind and welcoming.
Their location is in a beautiful part of France. I mainly spent the working time to renovate and gardening. They are very fair concerning working hours and days off ( not like some hosts...)
They… read more
Their location is in a beautiful part of France. I mainly spent the working time to renovate and gardening. They are very fair concerning working hours and days off ( not like some hosts...)
They… read more
(Excellent)
15 Aug 2021
Left by host (Fruit prepping, dog walking, ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe was a terrific addition to our family. Everything he took on was well done and methodical.
He was super sensitive to everything going on around him. Always ready to jump in and help out. And we were impressed by his determination to better his English, with his classic reading list. Come back next year!
He was super sensitive to everything going on around him. Always ready to jump in and help out. And we were impressed by his determination to better his English, with his classic reading list. Come back next year!
(Excellent)
14 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Fruit prepping, dog walking, ...)
All this family was amazing. I was a part of the family but the whole family, including their son Henry and Pollie the dog. I spent 10 days with them and I like to come back. I worked mostly doing painting, gardening.
My accommodation was in the house so It was easy to speak with them and Judith is always helping you and asking you questions to… read more
My accommodation was in the house so It was easy to speak with them and Judith is always helping you and asking you questions to… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2021
Left by host (Helping hands welcome on ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Funny guy, they broke the mould after him .
(Very good)
22 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Explore this intriguing part ...)
I'd like to say like everybody I spent 10 marvellous days with Gary and Joyce but the truth is a did 30 different spots or so with workaway and honestly It was certainely my best spot : they were so kind, always asking me if I needed something and I was really a part of the family. So I strongly recommend them if you want to spend days with very… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jul 2021
Left by host (Explore this intriguing part ...) for Workawayer (Philippe)
Phillips was an unexpected pleasure to speak with. He is articulative and generous. He worked hard and with enthusiasm at all times. He joined in easily with family and was always polite and friendly. He is welcome to return anytime he wishes. We wish him well for his future interactions with workaway.
(Excellent)
9 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Housesitting for Christmas in ...)
Hi, first of all, I sorry for my very belated answer.
I spent around 2 weeks with Diane and Paul. It was a very good time. Indeed we played board games like Ticket to ride, but also Diane gave us a lift to visit Alnwick Castle and Newcastel. We went to the fun fair as well. The house is very nice and Paul is a very good cook. So Diane and Paul are… read more
I spent around 2 weeks with Diane and Paul. It was a very good time. Indeed we played board games like Ticket to ride, but also Diane gave us a lift to visit Alnwick Castle and Newcastel. We went to the fun fair as well. The house is very nice and Paul is a very good cook. So Diane and Paul are… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)
Hi,
Philippe stayed with us for two weeks and helped with the reconstruction of our old garden wall. He integrated into our household very easily and was very cheerful and helpful around the house. We enjoyed playing Ticket to Ride with Philippe and our other volunteer Rob. We were sad to see him go.
Thank you Philippe, we hope you are enjoying… read more
Philippe stayed with us for two weeks and helped with the reconstruction of our old garden wall. He integrated into our household very easily and was very cheerful and helpful around the house. We enjoyed playing Ticket to Ride with Philippe and our other volunteer Rob. We were sad to see him go.
Thank you Philippe, we hope you are enjoying… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)
Phillipe was a fantastic help to us. He is very self motivated .He did a lot of outside work and as we were moving a lot of moving too. He also painted and did some DIY. He was very good with the other workawayers . I would have no hesitation in recommending Phillip to any prospective host
(Excellent)
9 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Help with maintenance and ...)
My stage with Deidre was only for 10 days. But it was a very good time. The house is beaufitul and very big as the garden. Deirdre is a perfect host, very helpful, very funny. The food is very good and in profusion. The ennis music festival was during my stay, it was very enjoyable.
And I could never forget the gorgeous Nora. )))))))))))
And I could never forget the gorgeous Nora. )))))))))))
(Excellent)
4 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)
We loved having Phillippe stay with us. He is mature, confident and just gets on with the tasks you set him. He is happy to work on his own and is lovely to chat to . Thank you philllipe for all of the work you completed . Safe travels
(Excellent)
29 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Philippe) for host
(Enjoy an escape to the ...)
I spent 3 marvellous weeks with Nita, David and the kids. Everybody was very kind and helpful.
The garden and the house are beautiful. The caravan is very comfortable. It was very interesting to follow Nita when she worked. the job was mainly gardening and diy.
I advise this spot for the hosts and for the things to see around.
Philippe.
The garden and the house are beautiful. The caravan is very comfortable. It was very interesting to follow Nita when she worked. the job was mainly gardening and diy.
I advise this spot for the hosts and for the things to see around.
Philippe.
(Excellent)
17 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Philippe)
Philippe helped us to care for our donkeys for a week this March. He is a great worker and a nice smiley person. He had a go at everything including riding Sammy ! Thank you very much for a great week Philippe !
(Excellent)