Volunteering near the Castles of the Loire Valley

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: 12 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 11 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

Hours per day: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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What you get

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

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.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

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

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Stay at least: 12 days

Stay up to: 30 days

The Experience

Hello from Touraine ! We are Sylvain and Vincent. We have a beautiful property of 3 hectares in Touraine in the heart of the Loire Valley, a culturally and gastronomically rich French region. You will assist me in the life of the house and in my daily tasks. In particular in the maintenance of the three guest rooms and the gite We also have two dogs and a cat. They will be, like us, happy to welcome you.

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Requirements

Intermediate French or Intermediate English
Between 24 and 45 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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15 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

12 Get in touch with nature
11 Immersing in the local culture
10 Meeting locals
5 Meeting international travelers
4 Developing social awareness
2 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

5 12. Responsible consumption and production
3 15. Life on land

Taigra

Brazil

⭐ My experience in the guest house Juranvilerrie was simply unforgettable! 🌿 I felt like part of the family from day one. I learned so much about French culture, enjoyed every shared meal (and wine), and loved the daily routines with Una and Oasis 🐶. The real magic was in the exchange — stories, laughs, and kindness. The tasks were simple but meaningful.But the true treasure of this experience was the human connection ✨ 💌 If you're looking for more than just a volunteer opportunity — if you want to live real moments, learn, laugh,and be moved — I wholeheartedly recommend this experience! ❤️

14 days ago

Erik

Brazil

This was my 4th WP experience in France and it was by far the best! You aren not just seen as a non-payed employee, but as a part of the family that helps with the daily chores (that aren't many). Sylvain and Vincent are a very cultivated and traditional french couple that are eager to share with you the true french culture, from excellent food/wine to discussions. You are encouraged and expected to interact with them (and the guests, mostly during breakfast), so this isn't the place if you just want to stay locked inside your nice room or if you aren't interested in french culture.

7 months ago

Charlotte

New Zealand

This experience was really different from other Worldpackers trips I've done in that I was encouraged, and indeed expected, to be a part of the household and the family. Vincent and Sylvain are lovely hosts, and I had a great time with them. I am grateful for their patience with me, despite the slight language barrier! The property is beautiful, the local surroundings are amazing, the dogs are gorgeous, and the people (both hosts and guests) are friendly and welcoming. A big thank you to you all - Vincent, Sylvain, Pierre-Yves, and the pets - for taking care of me and including me so much! :)

9 months ago

Julia

Netherlands

When i arrived, i felt an inmediate sense of peace. Vincent was very welcoming. Shows an interest in you and loves to talk about the region. i have seen so much with the help of Vincent. I spend 2 weeks there and the work itself isn't hard. free time in the afternoon so you can spend it to go and visit the castels in the region and bike. Aside from that, i have loved everything about my trip. the only thing i would say that it's good to speak at least a bit of french. since i love to talk was it a bit hard for me to communicatie. but everything turned out ok. im very grateful for my experience

10 months ago

Paloma

Spain

I could only stay for 11 days, but thanks to Vincent and Sylvain I made the most of it. Workwise, is really easy to catch up on how everything works, and if you're a social person you end up enjoying a lot all the breakfast with guests. In the few days I got to spend here, Vincent made sure that I visited all the famous castles around, and I got to ride an electric bike to get to all those castles, just a great experience. The room is big and private and the "maison d'hôtes" in general is amazing, just so beautiful and peaceful.

12 months ago

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