Eco-Home Building Adventure in the French Mountains! 🇫🇷

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The experience

Hello! 👋
We’re a friendly couple in our forties, living with our three wonderful kids 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 in a charming little village nestled in the French mountains ⛰️, surrounded by forests and a beautiful river 🌊.
We’ve embarked on an exciting journey: building our own 150m² wooden house — and we’d love your help! 💚

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What you offer

5 hours of help per day

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

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What you get

2 days off per week

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Fluent French or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 70 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

Right now, we’re working on the straw bale walls, and that’s where you come in! No special skills or strength needed — everyone is welcome! 🧑‍🤝‍🧑✨ Whether you’re young, experienced, or just curious to learn, this is a project where you can truly get your hands dirty and your heart full.
🧘‍♀️🎨 What else can you enjoy here?
When you’re not building, there’s plenty to explore and experience:
🥾 Amazing hikes in nature
🚣‍♂️ Canoe rides down the river
🚴‍♀️ Scenic bike routes & mountain trails
🍷 Charming artisan markets & local dining
🌞 Sunbathing and relaxing by the river
We’re both passionate creatives:
🪵 He’s a carpenter — ready to teach woodworking
💍 I’m a jewelry artist, working with ceramics, feathers, leather & metal
🎶 I also love music, knitting, and cooking — and would love to share those with you!
💫 What we offer:
A cozy place to stay 🏠
Delicious homemade meals 🥘
A calm, family-friendly, inspiring atmosphere
Lots of hands-on learning, creativity & laughter 🎨💬
Ready to live a unique experience in nature, learn new skills, and help build something meaningful?
Send us a message — we can’t wait to welcome you! 🌻❤️

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Activities & Shift

You’ll learn how to:
🔨 Build with straw, lime, sawdust, and wood
🌾 Create eco-friendly walls step-by-step
🌍 Live and learn sustainably