🏡 Volunteer in a Rustic Farmhouse Paradise in French countryside


A experiência

Yoga, Nature, Healthy Food & Beautiful Views
🌿 If you're looking for a peaceful and meaningful experience in the heart of France, join us in our small paradise where you’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


Como você ajuda

4 horas por dia

Ajuda na Limpeza: Ajude a limpar cozinhas, quartos, banheiros e outros espaços.

Ajudante de Cozinha: Ajude a preparar, finalizar e servir refeições.

Cuidado de Animais: Ajude a cuidar do bem-estar e saúde de animais.

Jardinagem: Ajude a plantar, regar e cultivar jardins.


O que você ganha

1 dia livre por semana

Quarto privado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto privado, ou seja, um quarto só para você

Quarto compartilhado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto compartilhado, ou seja, irá dividir o quarto com outras pessoas.

Café da manhã: Você ganha café da manhã gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Almoço: Você ganha almoço gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Jantar: Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Trilhas de graça: Te levamos para fazer excursões e trilhas pela cidade. De graça!

Bicicletas à vontade: Use nossas bikes à vontade, quando quiser.

Aulas de Yoga: Participe gratuitamente das aulas de yoga no nosso espaço.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Internet de Alta Velocidade: Internet de alta velocidade para você trabalhar remotamente


Requisitos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários


O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto


Detalhes

✅ 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 → 1 spot available
July 23 – August 9 (possibly longer) → 1–2 spots
From August 21 onwards → 1–2 spots
📍 Location
We are located in the Allier region, Auvergne, central France. Our 1850s farmhouse is on a hill surrounded by fields and forest — peaceful, remote, and beautiful. No traffic, no stress.
👨‍👩‍👧 Who We Are
We are a Dutch family:
Ron & Mariken – Hosts and yoga teachers
Nikola (30) – Naturopath & Yogic therapist
Lily (29) and their daughter Soham (3)
Igor (26) – 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!

💫 Extras
🧘 Join yoga/meditation sessions if interested
🚲 Bikes available
🌊 Natural swimming pool on-site
📶 Wi-Fi available
🎨 Possibility of attending festivals, markets & canoe trips
🧘 Hosts are experienced in yoga and Vipassana meditation
🚍 Getting Here
We’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 Montluçon or Moulins
Train to Vichy, then local bus
BlaBlaCar to Montmarault
Airport: Clermont-Ferrand (1h), Lyon (2.5h), Paris (4h)
🚫 Please avoid arriving on Saturdays in July & August — it's our busiest day.
We’ll gladly help you plan your journey!
🌟 Cultural Exchange
Practice or learn French, English, Dutch
Discover Auvergne’s nature, cuisine & lifestyle
Join family meals, local outings & yoga community
Share your cooking or music if you'd like!


Atividades & Turnos

🤝 What You’ll Help With
Depending on the season, tasks include:
🌱 Gardening: weeding, planting, watering, harvesting
🐴 Animal care: feeding ponies, cleaning fields/stables, chickens
🛠️ Light construction & maintenance: painting, repairs, helping with eco-building projects
🧹 Housekeeping: cleaning cottages, laundry, preparing tents
🍲 Cooking & helping in the kitchen during high season
🚴 Summer activities: assisting with pony rides, canoeing, welcoming guests
You won’t be expected to do everything — we’ll find the right fit for your skills and preferences!

⏰ 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)


Regras

💬 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?
We’d love to welcome you to our little paradise. 🌿