Help us to maintain the garden and enjoy this magical place.

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: 54 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 49 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion

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What you offer

25h

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

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

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.

Basic Internet Access: Basic 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.

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: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 4 weeks

The Experience

We are Sophie & Charles, impassioned by the restauration of the Château de Saint - loup sur Thouet in South Loire Valley. We are looking for some help in differents ways but mainly for the garden between April 15 until September, Sometimes help in the house, or with computer work to make Saint-loup known in many countries. On the basis of volunteering, we wish to welcome volunteers with a Student profile, between two weeks to 1 month on average.

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Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner French
Between 18 and 28 years old
Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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62 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Guest House

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

54 Get in touch with nature
49 Immersing in the local culture
44 Meeting international travelers
43 Meeting locals
25 Developing environmental awareness
23 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

26 17. Partnerships for the goals
19 4. Quality education
12 10. Reduced inequalities

Kendall

United States

I had such an amazing time at the guest house! Sophie was an amazing host and makes everyone feel so welcome! The grounds are beautiful and perfect for spending time outside. The work is very fair and Sophie and Charles respect your time and are very accommodating. I really enjoyed my time here.

about 2 months ago

Alcione

Uruguay

I absolutely loved my stay at the guest house. The entire complex is beautiful, and you can see the love and dedication that Sophie and Charles have put into it. What's more, the tasks are easy and manageable. The schedules and days off are respected, and almuerzos with the hosts are always delicious. I couldn't recommend it more.

about 2 months ago

Ellie

Australia

I loved my stay in the guest house! the guest house is a very small town and while there's not a lot to do, Sophie and Charles have lots of ideas of places that you can visit on your off days or in the afternoons. All work is done by 12:30 so there is plenty of time for relaxing or exploring! the guest house and gardens are as beautiful as they look in the photos and Sophie and Charles are lovely people.

2 months ago

Dannia

New Zealand

I am incredibly lucky to have experienced this magical the guest house. The hosts Sophie and Charles are the most welcoming and charming people who have dedicated their heart into this the guest house. The work was manageable, ranging from general housekeeping to watering the beautiful plants in the garden. The hours flew by fast when you're also admiring the historical beauty of the gardens and castle. I am truly grateful for this experience and I highly recommend this volunteer experience to anyone who wants to enjoy the peaceful French countryside.

3 months ago

Elif

Turkey

My experience at the guest house St Loup was amazing! Sophie and Charles are very sweet and welcoming people. The place has the most magical vibes. I learned so much about the French culture and language, and the food was delicious. Thank you so much :)

3 months ago

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