We are looking for a keen, knowledgeable and highly experienced gardener to look after our property for between 3- 5 motnhs during Fall and Winter . The main duty is to maintain a large and lovely Mediterranean garden ( at least 30 hours a week of gardening ) in exchange for a exceptionally beautiful (direct sea views from very room) self contained well furnished and equipped apartment (including electricity, water, satellite TV and wifi) in a beautiful village on the Cote D'Azur. The search is now on for October 2020to april 2021.
This is an assignment for a highly experienced gardener or gardening couple who is seeking to relocate, escape cold winters, exploring retirement options or wishing to experiment with an extended stay in France. The opportunity to repeat the following year is available. No pet care involved but a genuine love of gardening and strong desire to work outside is necessary since the gardening responsibilities are significant including the occasional supervision of others assisting in the garden.
Obviously the ability to communicate in French is essential when taking care of property in France . Please note this is not a passive house sit assignment - gardening know how, a degree of physical strength and the ability to supervise others as well direct personal involvement in gardening is involved in our house sit. Come for a working holiday between April and and September to see if this is something which might fit your plans.
During Spring strating in April) , we can also offer gardening holidays - accommodation in exchange for gardening for shorter stays (minimum 4 weeks) The property in this listing is in the centre of a very beautiful village but is very private and secure, surrounded by its own grounds with its own Pickleball Court.