Domestic couple Chinon (37)

Back to the jobs page ReturnOffer published on 09/04/2025Reference004363PositionGardienContractPermanent contractRegionCentreWe are looking for a couple to be the Guardians for a large French country house with gardens, swimming pool, truffle orchard, woodland, gite and two small dogs.The owner’s occupancy is intermittent; the gite is rented out via AirbnbResponsibilities Are looking after the house, garden, grounds and swimming pool working the soil in the truffle orchard using a tractor; annual pruning of truffle trees housekeeping / cleaning of main house / general handyman skills rental management of gite (linen change, cleaning, welcoming guests etc – diary management of rental bookings is done by owner) looking after 2 small dogs feeding chickens mowing and rolling newly seeded formal lawns maintenance of formal rose garden removing ivy from walls, repairing walls weeding, pruning, general garden maintenance emptying gutters planting bulbs and fruit trees at relevant times of year competent with chain saw carpentry/masonry skills are a plus painting skills clean driving license occasional pick ups from Chinon when owners are in residence (after dinner) occasional airport pick ups (Charles de Galle) driving cars back to the UK on occasion it is an advantage if you speak French, but not a strict requirement references are required and will be checkedThis is a chance to live in a beautiful part of France, close to Chinon in the Loire Valley.It is around 1 hour from the city of Tours and Chinon is a 10-minute drive away. The nearest shops are just a few minutes away.Accommodation is provided by way of a 2-bedroom former signalman’s cottage which acts as a gatehouse. You would also have the use of a car.This is not a post intended for people looking for a long, paid holiday.This is a real chance to change lifestyle, this position is available immediately and it is a long-term position.Only registered candidates can see full details and can apply to this job opening.Sign inRegister inShare this open position with your friends by clicking on the following