๐Ÿก Volunteer in a Rustic Farmhouse Paradise in French countryside


The experience

Yoga, Nature, Healthy Food & Beautiful Views
๐ŸŒฟ If you're looking for a peaceful and meaningful experience in the heart of France, join us in our small paradise where youโ€™ll enjoy:
Hospitality & a warm family atmosphere
Daily yoga, meditation, and outdoor exercise
Healthy, mostly vegetarian food from our organic garden
Contact with nature, animals, and mindful living


What you offer

4 hours of help per day

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

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens


What you get

1 day off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

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 Hiking Tours: Weโ€™ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely


Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

โœ… Availability
We host volunteers from late February to November.
We ask for a minimum stay of 2 weeks to ensure you settle into our rhythm and tasks.
Next opportunities:
Until June 10 โ†’ 1 spot available
July 23 โ€“ August 9 (possibly longer) โ†’ 1โ€“2 spots
From August 21 onwards โ†’ 1โ€“2 spots
๐Ÿ“ Location
We are located in the Allier region, Auvergne, central France. Our 1850s farmhouse is on a hill surrounded by fields and forest โ€” peaceful, remote, and beautiful. No traffic, no stress.
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ง Who We Are
We are a Dutch family:
Ron & Mariken โ€“ Hosts and yoga teachers
Nikola (30) โ€“ Naturopath & Yogic therapist
Lily (29) and their daughter Soham (3)
Igor (26) โ€“ All involved in running our farm, yoga classes, and a small campsite with cottages
We speak Dutch, English, and French.
We also share our home with 2 dogs, 6 ponies, 5 cats, 7 chickens, and many guests!

๐Ÿ’ซ Extras
๐Ÿง˜ Join yoga/meditation sessions if interested
๐Ÿšฒ Bikes available
๐ŸŒŠ Natural swimming pool on-site
๐Ÿ“ถ Wi-Fi available
๐ŸŽจ Possibility of attending festivals, markets & canoe trips
๐Ÿง˜ Hosts are experienced in yoga and Vipassana meditation
๐Ÿš Getting Here
Weโ€™re located near Montmarault, Lapeyrouse, or Louroux de Bouble.
We can pick you up from nearby train or bus stops.
Best transport options:
Flixbus to Montluรงon or Moulins
Train to Vichy, then local bus
BlaBlaCar to Montmarault
Airport: Clermont-Ferrand (1h), Lyon (2.5h), Paris (4h)
๐Ÿšซ Please avoid arriving on Saturdays in July & August โ€” it's our busiest day.
Weโ€™ll gladly help you plan your journey!
๐ŸŒŸ Cultural Exchange
Practice or learn French, English, Dutch
Discover Auvergneโ€™s nature, cuisine & lifestyle
Join family meals, local outings & yoga community
Share your cooking or music if you'd like!


Activities & Shift

๐Ÿค What Youโ€™ll Help With
Depending on the season, tasks include:
๐ŸŒฑ Gardening: weeding, planting, watering, harvesting
๐Ÿด Animal care: feeding ponies, cleaning fields/stables, chickens
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Light construction & maintenance: painting, repairs, helping with eco-building projects
๐Ÿงน Housekeeping: cleaning cottages, laundry, preparing tents
๐Ÿฒ Cooking & helping in the kitchen during high season
๐Ÿšด Summer activities: assisting with pony rides, canoeing, welcoming guests
You wonโ€™t be expected to do everything โ€” weโ€™ll find the right fit for your skills and preferences!

โฐ Hours & Conditions
Work: ~4 hours/day, 6 days/week
Accommodation: Private caravan or wooden hut
Meals:
Healthy breakfast (oats, fruits, nuts)
Shared vegetarian lunch
Light, simple dinner (soup, bread, eggs, leftovers)


Rules

๐Ÿ’ฌ Requirements
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
You must like animals and the countryside
Non-smokers preferred
Open to all who are respectful, enthusiastic, and community-minded
Ready to live a beautiful French countryside experience with us?
Weโ€™d love to welcome you to our little paradise. ๐ŸŒฟ