Welcome to Wilna's place in the South of France

Moux, Aude · South of France NL EN FR
Goats on Wilna’s farm in the South of France
MOUX, AUDE · SOUTH OF FRANCE

A different world.
A beautiful adventure.

Work, live & enjoy life on a 17th-century estate in the South of France.

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ABOUT WILNA

Welcome from Wilna
your host in the South of France

Wilna has been welcoming helpers from all over the world for many years. Originally Dutch, she now spends most of her time in the South of France. She has a large 17th-century house in the village of Moux (Aude), and a farm with a small wooden cabin 18 km from the village.

Wilna grows fruit and nut trees. Work ranges from renovation and building to planting; there is always something to do, whether you are an experienced volunteer or want to learn new skills. Typically 14 days minimum, around 25 hours per week.

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Turkeys in Wilna’s yard
Wilna
Wilna Host · Moux, Aude

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The Place

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The house

17th century · 6 modernised guest rooms in Moux

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The garden

Flower & vegetable garden, fruit & nut trees

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The farm

18 km from the house · small wooden cabin · 3/4 hectare

What helpers say

"Wilna and Omar made me feel like I was spending time with old friends. Omar was like a brother, he taught me an incredible amount about construction. Priceless."

Alessandro

Helper · 2 weeks

"Wilna lives in Moux, a small quiet village. I had a nice room on the second floor and enjoyed many pleasant shared meals. Wilna is very hospitable and easy to get along with."

Stuart

Helper · 3 weeks

"I stayed about six weeks with Wilna. A large house in the quiet village of Moux, and a farm 18 km away, beautiful, full of fruit trees and vines. Warm and open."

Idriss

Helper · ~1.5 months
HELPERS WHO STAYED WITH US

Our helpers over the years

A snapshot of the people who came to help Wilna, from near and far.

Meet all our helpers
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Alessandro Italië · 2 weken · 2024 “Omar leerde me ontzettend veel over bouwwerk. Onbetaalbaar.”

The work you can do

Gardening
Outdoor activities

Gardening

Tending the flower and vegetable garden, fruit and nut trees. Help is welcome from beginners and experienced gardeners alike.

Renovation
Working together

Renovation

Renovating a 17th-century house: painting, fixing things up. Skills welcome: woodworking, landscaping, bushcraft.

Farm work
On the farm

Farm work

On the farm: clearing 3/4 of a hectare, building a greenhouse, finishing the chicken coop, maintaining the garden.

Practical information

Min. 14 days

Age 18+

Max 4 helpers

25 hours/week

5 days/week

4-5 hours/day

Accommodation

  • ✓ Private room with twin beds
  • ✓ 6 modernised guest rooms
  • ✓ Cool in summer (thick walls)
  • ✓ Wi-Fi in the house
  • ✓ Linen provided
  • ✓ Laundry service available

Food

  • ✓ Full board (meals included)
  • ✓ Vegetables & fruit from the garden
  • ✓ Eggs from our chickens

Who is welcome

  • ✓ Men and women
  • ✓ Couples welcome
  • ✓ Pets allowed
  • ✗ Families not accommodated
  • 💬 English, French, Dutch

How to get there

Nearest airports:

  • ✈ Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS)
  • ✈ Carcassonne-Salvaza (CCF)

Location: Moux, between Carcassonne and Narbonne. One hour from both the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees. The farm is 18 km from Moux.

A NEW ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

Come and help.
Feel at home with Wilna.

Fill in a short application with your preferred dates and background. Wilna will get back to you personally within a few days.

  • Minimum 14 days
  • Aged 18 and over
  • Max 4 helpers at a time
Start your application