π°β¨ A adventure in an 11th-century castle
The experience
Can you imagine living in a medieval castle? π Now's your chance: we offer free accommodation for a minimum of 3 days, and you can bring your partner or friends! We are a young couple who are passionate about this great project and we are looking for volunteers who want to share this magical renovation experience.
Si eres hispanoparlante recuerda que tambien puedes aplicar ya que el espaΓ±ol es nuestra lengua materna!
What you offer
15 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand:
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Cleaning:
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Housekeeping:
Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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.
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
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
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
π Location: France, just over an hour from Paris, accessible by train, bus, or car!
π‘ We offer:
Private accommodation ποΈ (subject to availability)
Bed, mattress, wardrobe, electricity, towels, and bedside tables πͺ
Fully equipped kitchen and dining room at your disposal π³
High-speed Wi-Fi throughout most of the castle πΆ
Friendly atmosphere and a shared welcome dinner π·
All necessary materials and products for tasks π§Ήπ±
π Tasks:
Maintenance of common areas: garden πΏ, paths πΆββοΈ, kitchen π½, dining rooms π΄, etc.
(tasks will be assigned as needed during a daily morning meeting)
KNOWLEDGE IN GARDENING MACHINERY REPAIR IS A PLUS.
KNOWLEDGE OF PLUMBING AND CONSTRUCTION WILL BE VALUED.
Leave the room clean before leaving and tidy up the bedding.
3 hours of collaboration per day (you can accumulate hours to have more days off, with prior notice for better planning) β³
π« Bonus: you can explore the surrounding area, visit Paris πΌ, or spend a day at Disneyland Paris π .
π Requirements:
Commitment and responsibility in the consumption of electricity, gas, and water. β‘
Desire to live a cultural, social, and fun experience π
Remember to bring your own food and personal hygiene products (including toilet paper, laundry detergent, etc.)
Send us your application and get ready to live unforgettable days in an 11th-century castle. π°β¨
Activities & Shift
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Support with cleaning common areas.
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Tidying up, cleaning, and basic maintenance of guest rooms.
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Help in the kitchen (preparing simple breakfasts, organizing, washing dishes).
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Gardening and park maintenance (watering, mowing the lawn, removing leaves and weeds).
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Small repairs and DIY tasks (if skilled and willing).
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Occasional support with guest reception.
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Care and organization of outdoor spaces (patio, terraces, garden furniture).
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Collaboration in promoting the castle on online platforms.
Rules
- SMOKING IN THE DESIGNED AREAS
- QUIET TIME FROM 22HS TO 7HS
- NO DRUGS ALLOWED
- NO PETS ALLOWED