๐ก Volunteer in a Rustic Farmhouse Paradise in French countryside
The experience
Yoga, Nature, Healthy Food & Beautiful Views
๐ฟ If you're looking for a peaceful and meaningful experience in the heart of France, join us in our small paradise where youโll 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:
Weโll 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
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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 1โ2 spots
From August 21 onwards โ 1โ2 spots
๐ 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.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง 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!
๐ซ Extras
๐ง Join yoga/meditation sessions if interested
๐ฒ Bikes available
๐ Natural swimming pool on-site
๐ถ Wi-Fi available
๐จ Possibility of attending festivals, markets & canoe trips
๐ง Hosts are experienced in yoga and Vipassana meditation
๐ Getting Here
Weโre 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)
๐ซ Please avoid arriving on Saturdays in July & August โ it's our busiest day.
Weโll gladly help you plan your journey!
๐ Cultural Exchange
Practice or learn French, English, Dutch
Discover Auvergneโs nature, cuisine & lifestyle
Join family meals, local outings & yoga community
Share your cooking or music if you'd like!
Activities & Shift
๐ค What Youโll Help With
Depending on the season, tasks include:
๐ฑ Gardening: weeding, planting, watering, harvesting
๐ด Animal care: feeding ponies, cleaning fields/stables, chickens
๐ ๏ธ Light construction & maintenance: painting, repairs, helping with eco-building projects
๐งน Housekeeping: cleaning cottages, laundry, preparing tents
๐ฒ Cooking & helping in the kitchen during high season
๐ด Summer activities: assisting with pony rides, canoeing, welcoming guests
You wonโt be expected to do everything โ weโll find the right fit for your skills and preferences!
โฐ 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
๐ฌ 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?
Weโd love to welcome you to our little paradise. ๐ฟ