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14 Apr 2024
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We are looking for a couple for a couple of weeks arriving end of April 2024. We can be flexible on dates. We will be pruning olive trees, clearing brambles and logging wood for winter.
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Hello everyone
Our location is beautiful with just a 10 minute walk to the local town which has a huge square and a good number of shops, restaurants and cafe's.
We are also only 1 hour from Florence, Lucca and Pisa, so plenty of opportunity to do some great sightseeing.
We would really love to hear from anyone interested in this experience.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travel distances/times:
Firenze (Florence) 1hr
Pisa (the leaning tower and so much more) 1hr
Viarregio (the beach) 1hr
Sienna (stunning Tuscan town) 1hr
Collodi (birthplace of Pinnochio) 30mins walk
Help
Clearing up brambles is now top of the list. Plenty of cutting, clearing and fire lighting!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
Chestnut House
What else ...
Travel distances/times:
Firenze (Florence) 1hr
Pisa (the leaning tower and so much more) 1hr
Viarregio (the beach) 1hr
Sienna (stunning Tuscan town) 1hr
Collodi (birthplace of Pinnochio) 30min
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours/day, 5 days/week maximum
Host ref number: 19118119314b
Feedback (42)
7 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host
A beautiful time in Pescia!! I was looking for a place in Italy, where people live without a focus on tourism, where I can help with useful things, where I can be outside and where I can relax. I found all this at Sue’s place, a beautiful olive garden surrounded by mountains, nature and a nice lovely town. Helping Sue was a nice experience. I… read more
24 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)
Florian was absolutely excellent. He has skills and knowledge about pruning and working the land. He took time to do every task with diligence and worked so very hard. He cleared brambles, cut trees and wood. He fixed my chainsaw!!!! Excellent to be around and always helped with everything. It was a pleasure to meet you Florian. I would highly… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jakub & Jáchym) for host
Staying at Sue's place was our first workawy experience, and it was amazing. As soon as she picked us up, we knew she would be great. Sue is just a nice person, who cared for us the whole ten days we stayed as if we would be her family. We would love to stay with her again in no time.
24 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakub & Jáchym)
Oh my. Jakub and Jachym. What an absolute delight these two are. They worked like Trojans and pruned my olive trees so beautifully. Cleared all the clippings. Carried the large wood to the barn. Cut it and stacked it, all with a smile on their faces! They were great company and extremely respectful of the house and it's surroundings. Thank you for… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Len & Lise)
These two are absolute diamonds. They have many skills and completed everything to perfection. They both went over and above expectations. It really mattered to them to help with everything. Len filled the missing mortar in the beams in my kitchen. It looks so beautiful and was a huge task. He also moved my tv, put up a canopy, fixed flooring and… read more
(Excellent
)
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7 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host
A beautiful time in Pescia!! I was looking for a place in Italy, where people live without a focus on tourism, where I can help with useful things, where I can be outside and where I can relax. I found all this at Sue’s place, a beautiful olive garden surrounded by mountains, nature and a nice lovely town. Helping Sue was a nice experience. I… read more
24 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)
Florian was absolutely excellent. He has skills and knowledge about pruning and working the land. He took time to do every task with diligence and worked so very hard. He cleared brambles, cut trees and wood. He fixed my chainsaw!!!! Excellent to be around and always helped with everything. It was a pleasure to meet you Florian. I would highly… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jakub & Jáchym) for host
Staying at Sue's place was our first workawy experience, and it was amazing. As soon as she picked us up, we knew she would be great. Sue is just a nice person, who cared for us the whole ten days we stayed as if we would be her family. We would love to stay with her again in no time.
24 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakub & Jáchym)
Oh my. Jakub and Jachym. What an absolute delight these two are. They worked like Trojans and pruned my olive trees so beautifully. Cleared all the clippings. Carried the large wood to the barn. Cut it and stacked it, all with a smile on their faces! They were great company and extremely respectful of the house and it's surroundings. Thank you for… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Len & Lise)
These two are absolute diamonds. They have many skills and completed everything to perfection. They both went over and above expectations. It really mattered to them to help with everything. Len filled the missing mortar in the beams in my kitchen. It looks so beautiful and was a huge task. He also moved my tv, put up a canopy, fixed flooring and… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (ReganYoungs) for host
I loved every second of my stay with Sue! we worked hard, ate nicely, and everyone in the house got along! it has been one of my favorite experiences.
if you end up staying with Sue make sure you get the whole house to horse race... you really don't want to miss out!
Sue - thank you for opening your home to me and treating me like yours! I'll… read more
if you end up staying with Sue make sure you get the whole house to horse race... you really don't want to miss out!
Sue - thank you for opening your home to me and treating me like yours! I'll… read more
8 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (ReganYoungs)
Regan arrived and was from the get go absolutely great. She always has a smile on her face and a great positive attitude. When you are around Regan, she makes you smile! Regan worked with another 4 helpers. My title for them... They came, they saw and boy did they conquer... Individually and collectively they were just absolutely awesome. They… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jackson & Imogen) for host
This was one of the best experiences we've had travelling. Very early on we knew the month at Sue's would be special; we cherished all of it.
Sue is an amazing person, we learnt about each other's lives and became good friends. She welcomes you into her home and cares for you like family.
We were there with three other workawayers and the six… read more
Sue is an amazing person, we learnt about each other's lives and became good friends. She welcomes you into her home and cares for you like family.
We were there with three other workawayers and the six… read more
8 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jackson & Imogen)
Jackson and Imogen, where do I start. From the moment I met them, I liked them. Kind, generous, hardworking and very easy to get along with. They worked with another helpers. My title for them... They came, they saw and boy did they conquer... Individually and collectively they were just absolutely awesome. They cleared a set of brambles that… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Sofie & David)
Sofie and David. Just an absolutely delightful couple with the kindest disposition. A most genuine couple who definitely wanted to make my home and land a better and more comfortable place. They came at the same time as other helpers My title for them... They came, they saw and boy did they conquer... Individually and collectively they were just… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Sofie & David) for host
Our time staying with Sue was absolutely incredible. It was hard not to cry when she dropped us off at the train station. Sue has a great mentality of making sure her helpers enjoy the work they're doing, but it wasn't horrible work especially when you get to enjoy Sue's company and the wonderful countryside town Pescia. Her perfect work schedule… read more
15 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Julius & Noella)
What an absolute delight this couple are. From the moment they arrived I really liked Noella and Julius. Both very friendly, open, hardworking and fun. I asked them to clear a landslip behind the house. It was a really horrible job and use the mud to rebuild part of a track that had fallen. They did it with a smile on their face and to absolute… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Julius & Noella) for host
So where do we start... Sue is just and amazing woman. She and her son Eric took us in last minute and they immediately made us feel welcome and at home. Not to forget their cute dog Maple which is only two years old. Not only did we get to live on an historic olivefarm and sleep in the charming chestnut house we also got to enjoy the stunning… read more
17 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel & Tori-Lee)
This couple look delightful. Unfortunately they let me down, stating that there trip is full of spontaneous decisions. I have no issue with anyone changing their mind, but I do have an issue when you keep saying you are coming and the day before you are due to arrive, with me messaging you, you are a no show. A real shame as you look great. Very… read more
(No show)
25 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam & Lily belle )
An absolutely awesome couple! If they volunteer to help. Grab them with both hands. They were just simply amazing. This was the first harvest I have done for a few years. The work is hard and seems to never end. However, Lilly and Sam got on with every task with a smile on their face. They were up on time every morning and ready to face every day… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sam & Lily belle ) for host
We stayed with Sue and her son Eric for 2 weeks, they immediately gave us a warm welcome into their home. They are both very kind and lovely people. They have a beautiful home with a fantastic view. We thoroughly enjoyed the work, Sue taught us a lot about the process of pruning and harvesting/maintaining olive trees. She made us delicious food… read more
1 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma & Viktória)
A perfect pair of young ladies who worked extremely hard clearing brambles and looking after our dog, Maple. They arrived with a great attitude and willingness to get stuck in. Bramble clearing is not fun, especially when the weather is so hot. They got stuck in a did a great job of the clearing. I am so happy with the work they have done,… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Emma & Viktória) for host
We stayed at Sue’s house for two weeks and it was an amazing experience. Even though we only got to spend a short time with them, the whole family was very welcoming. They explained everything thoroughly and we felt very well cared for. The work was quite difficult, but we were warned of that before, so it matched our expectations. The house is… read more
29 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentino & Sofie )
Valentino and Sofie are one of the most delightful couples I have had the pleasure to meet. They were hardworking, knowledgeable, happy to try new things and did everything that I asked of them and more! They cleared a tree, chopped and split wood, built a stone wall, cleared a load of rubbish, did strimming, built steps into the terraces, put a… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Valentino & Sofie ) for host
We stayed at Sue's place for two feeks. Sue follows the principles of workaway perfectly. We had a great time here together with her and her son Eric. They took us in like family and we felt cared for. We spent many great moments together with good conversations, magnificent food and wine. We where trusted to work independently, we where flexible… read more
15 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Márton & Kasia)
What can I say. They came, they saw and they conquered!
We had one day together where I explained that I needed wood chopped and brambles cleared. Both hard manual tasks and in August!
I came home to find that they had done everything asked of them, and more. Plus the house was spotless.
Thank you again Marton and Kasia. You did a fabulous job.
We had one day together where I explained that I needed wood chopped and brambles cleared. Both hard manual tasks and in August!
I came home to find that they had done everything asked of them, and more. Plus the house was spotless.
Thank you again Marton and Kasia. You did a fabulous job.
(Excellent
)
22 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Márton & Kasia) for host
Staying at Sue's place was unforgettable.
It was quite a unique setting as she left with her sons (needless to say, lovely guys) for holiday and we were in full charge of her place, which is certainly one of the loveliest house we have been to. Therefore we didn't have much time to spend together, but I can surely tell she is caring, experienced,… read more
It was quite a unique setting as she left with her sons (needless to say, lovely guys) for holiday and we were in full charge of her place, which is certainly one of the loveliest house we have been to. Therefore we didn't have much time to spend together, but I can surely tell she is caring, experienced,… read more
15 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (OscarEverett) for host
Working for Sue was an absolute pleasure- she would always ensure she took the upmost care about about her workers and realised that only payment volunteers need, is gratitude. When a job was finished, it was always clear how much she had appreciated our efforts.
Nestled up in the hills, Sue’s house looks over a gorgeous valley into the town of… read more
Nestled up in the hills, Sue’s house looks over a gorgeous valley into the town of… read more
9 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (OscarEverett)
A hard working chap who is really great company. The thing with Oscar is that he cares, cares about the work he does, the people around him and doing a fantastic job. He pruned my olive trees and they look absolutely stunning. He helped change the view from my terrace from an overgrown jungle to a magnificent view. I cannot thank you enough Oscar.… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ben Luca) for host
I spend two weeks by Sue and all in all it was a great time!
I did different and interesting kinds of work for example strimming, cutting wood with the chainsaw and I drove the tractor. At every moment I felt welcomed and you could talk about everything. We had a really fun time together and we had good conversations as well.
I really recommend… read more
I did different and interesting kinds of work for example strimming, cutting wood with the chainsaw and I drove the tractor. At every moment I felt welcomed and you could talk about everything. We had a really fun time together and we had good conversations as well.
I really recommend… read more
9 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben Luca)
Ben is a really lovely young man, and it was our absolute pleasure to host him. He was very hard working and good company, no task was too difficult and he was prepared to have a go at anything. He cleared wood, strimmed the land, lit bonfires and drove the tractor. If you get an opportunity to host Ben, grab it. At the time he was travelling with… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rhianna) for host
Staying at Sue's was such a wonderful experience. At the time I was travelling with three other people and sometimes that can be hard to find someone willing to host, but Sue welcomed us all with open arms! She is such a lovely and inspiring woman who made us all feel really at home - we had a lovely place to stay and lots of delicious food. The… read more
8 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rhianna)
This ray of sunshine walked into our house and nothing, but nothing was too much trouble. A fantastic attitude to every task and an enormous amount of enthusiasm. Everything was done with a smile and to the very best level. I absolutely loved having Rhianna stay with us. She was travelling with Oscar, Ben and Simon..... they were all just… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
From the moment Simon walked through our door, we liked him. A very personable chap who is polite, funny, friendly and helpful. He worked really hard and every task he undertook with great enthusiasm ... especially the bonfires! and always with a huge smile on his face. Simon worked really hard clearing lots of branches from the trees that were… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
We have a very good time with Sue you is very patient for explaining the work to do in her garden. Good accomodation, food and wine. Sue has taken the time to show us around Pescia. Thanks ! :)
7 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Felix & Ronja) for host
Unfortunately we didn't have to much time to spend with Sue and her two sons because they went on holiday and we took care of the house for some time. But we had a lot of communication during that time. The time went by really quick. There was a lot of work to do but Sue gave as clear directions so we always knew what to do. And if not she was… read more
31 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Felix & Ronja)
Absolutely Oustanding.
A brilliant couple with a fantastic attitude who got on with everything I asked them to do.
I was on holiday at the time and they did everything I asked, worked neatly and tidily and it was amazing to come home to everything done.
I cannot thank you both enough.
Safe travels and I really hope our paths cross again.
Sue
A brilliant couple with a fantastic attitude who got on with everything I asked them to do.
I was on holiday at the time and they did everything I asked, worked neatly and tidily and it was amazing to come home to everything done.
I cannot thank you both enough.
Safe travels and I really hope our paths cross again.
Sue
(Excellent
)
23 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rodrigo)
If there were 10 stars available that is what I would leave for Rod.
He arrived and we all immediately liked him. He fell into our routine like he had always lived in our house. As Rod states, travelling is about meeting people and hosting is the same and what an awesome person to meet.
Rod worked so hard, he built stairs to our old chestnut… read more
He arrived and we all immediately liked him. He fell into our routine like he had always lived in our house. As Rod states, travelling is about meeting people and hosting is the same and what an awesome person to meet.
Rod worked so hard, he built stairs to our old chestnut… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo) for host
Sue and her 2 sons are amazing. I’m not going to leave a review talking about the gorgeous location and/or how great my stay was. Rather, I’ll say that traveling is all about meeting people and they are the kind of people worth meeting. Thank you for welcoming me into your home sue! You treated me as a son and I can’t thank you enough for that! We… read more
13 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Karl & Bailey) for host
Sue, Henry and Erik were a great family to stay with. They were very friendly and hospitable, it was like a home away from home.
This was mine and Baileys first workaway, and based on the time we had at Pescia it wont be our last. The work was reasonable, it helped me brush up on my building skills and the groundswork exhausted Bailey but this… read more
This was mine and Baileys first workaway, and based on the time we had at Pescia it wont be our last. The work was reasonable, it helped me brush up on my building skills and the groundswork exhausted Bailey but this… read more
5 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Karl & Bailey)
Karl and Bailey are brilliant. They are two superb guys who were a pleasure to host.
From the moment they arrived they were friendly and helpful, always offering assistance with whatever I was doing.
They worked hard and started at 7.30 each morning. Bailey bought lots of wood down our olive terraces, stacked it in the barn and then set about… read more
From the moment they arrived they were friendly and helpful, always offering assistance with whatever I was doing.
They worked hard and started at 7.30 each morning. Bailey bought lots of wood down our olive terraces, stacked it in the barn and then set about… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Wiley & Casey) for host
Where do we begin. From the moment Sue picked us up at the train station, we felt like family. She and her two sons opened their home to us and completely embraced us as part of their family. We spent the mornings working hard, the afternoons exploring, and the evenings laughing and conversating over a delicious meal all together. Their family has… read more
7 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Wiley & Casey)
Wiley and Casey are the most generous hearted, hard working and nicest people I have met in a long time.
They approached the work here with such a great and honest attitude. It mattered to them that the work I needed to completed got done. Not only this, they did absolutely everything with a huge smile and a lot of laughter.
Wiley initially… read more
They approached the work here with such a great and honest attitude. It mattered to them that the work I needed to completed got done. Not only this, they did absolutely everything with a huge smile and a lot of laughter.
Wiley initially… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jakob & Lidija) for host
Our time at Sue's place was amazing. It was our first work away experience and we couldn't have hoped for a better start! Sue was perfectly balanced between being well organised in terms of what work was to be done and how and letting us contribute our own ideas and wishes to the task. She made us feel at home from the very arrival to the end, was… read more
21 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob & Lidija)
This fabulous couple joined a number of helpers on our farm in Tuscany. From the get go they were both fantastic. Lidija pruned lots of our trees, she is an absolute natural and worked hard every day. No task was a problem and everything was done with a smile on her face. Jakob was equally hard working and with another helper fixed the barn roof.… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Deborah & Mauricio) for host
We spent two incredible weeks at Sue's house while her sons and her husband were on holiday camping. The idea was to organize and clean some rooms of the house for when the boys came back. Besides the work inside the house, we also worked in the garden, pruning the olive trees, cleaning, cutting herbs. We worked hard but also had plenty of free… read more
21 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Deborah & Mauricio)
These two lovely people came and helped me for two weeks. The time absolutely flew by and both Deborah and Mauricio were absolutely wonderful. They started every day with a smile and worked so hard. They both had a brilliant attitude and whatever I asked of them was never too much trouble..... They helped clear land and prune tress, Mauricio also… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Branko) for host
I am grateful to have sent the request to be able to help in that beautiful home. It was an experience that I will never forget, with a group of wonderful people with whom we feel the constant affection of Sue. We were a team when it came to work and a family for the rest of the stay. I had the pleasure of meeting Sue's children, who were just… read more
30 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Branko)
This lovely man walked up our hill with a huge smile on his face and kept smiling for the whole two weeks of his stay. Nothing was too much trouble and he completed every task willingly and with an excellent attitude.... He helped tidy up the barn and put all the tools away. He and a fellow helper also put the roof back on the barn, so that the… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nina & Elliott ) for host
The best work away ever!!! This was without a doubt, the best experience we have ever had- we really didn’t want to leave!!! We spent 2 weeks with Sue, whilst her family were away, helping her to do some renovations on the house as a surprise for her sons. We plastered and rendered 3 rooms and grouted the kitchen during our time here.
The… read more
The… read more
21 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina & Elliott )
Nina and Elliott came to join a number of helpers on our farm. They are friendly and helpful and NOTHING is too much trouble. They have an awesome attitude and work like they are working on their own house showing a passion and desire to do a fantastic job. They worked until they had finished a task and did not end any day without finishing what… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (George) for host
Had a fantastic time living and working with Sue, Chris, Henry, and Erik. From the moment I joined them they made me feel like a member of the family, and there wasn't a single moment I didn't feel perfectly at home. Sue and Chris are both fantastic cooks and always made sure everyone had more than enough to eat. I spent three weeks with the… read more
25 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (George)
Jacob had a great attitude from the start. He helped us pick olives, move wood and lay out netting, bag up and bring down for cleaning. Nothing was too much trouble and he did all of his tasks with a smile on his face. Nothing was too much trouble for Jacob, he also helped light fires, fold washing and generally clear up. This he did because he… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Jeffrey & Kali) for host
I worked for three weeks at this organic farm two summers ago. I was in the midst of traveling Europe before my semester abroad and then got too caught up with school and forgot to leave feedback but I still feel like it would be worthwhile to recount my experiences.
The first thing I would like to point out was the beautiful setting. Some of… read more
The first thing I would like to point out was the beautiful setting. Some of… read more
25 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (Nick) for host
This was my first Workaway experience, and I don't know how I could ever top it. You couldn't ask for nicer hosts, or a more rewarding experience. Chris and Sue welcomed me into their home with open arms, and for the next 5 and a half weeks I painted their living room with murals. The hours were reasonable, the wine was plentiful, the company was… read more
29 May 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Nick)
Amazing.........this was a favourite word and it sums up nicks approach to everything from day one....nick has a very positive attitude to everything,bringing a bit of lightness and joy to each day, making him a pleasure to have in our home. Nick listens very well to everything asked and has left us with many fond memories. Nick is an incredibly… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jul 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (jwaragon)
Jordan is a lovely, willing, able, person with a smile that lit up our days. Thank you for all your hard work and unrelenting willingness to attack everything with a huge amount of positivity. It really was a pleasure to have you as part of our family and it is obvious that you will succeed highly in whatever you do. Enjoy the rest of your tour… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jun 2012
Left by Workawayer (Ryan) for host
Ah goodness, I only left Sue, Chris, Henry and Eric just yesterday and I'm already looking forward to the next time our cross. They welcomed me into their home for 10 weeks and I cannot put enough emphasis on the word welcome, they made me feel like part of the family and they are a great family to be apart of. In my 10 week sentence(ha) I had… read more
2 Jun 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Ryan)
We have just said goodbye to Ryan after ten weeks and we can truly say that every day has been a pleasure and he will be missed greatly by the whole family.....Ryan has embraced everything with a can do and will do attitude that will set him apart and never a complaint about anything. He has made us laugh, cooked us some fantastic food,cut a lot… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Apr 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessie )
It was a true pleasure to have Jess at our home we feel very fortunate to have had him with us. Jess has a very positive approach to everything that he does from the minute he gets up to last thing in the day. Everything that Jess was shown or told how to do he listened carefully and completed each task to a high standard and with great humor with… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Apr 2012
Left by Workawayer (Jessie ) for host
To put my experience here simply; Amazing! I stayed with Chris, Sue, and the boys for a month and I loved every minute of it! Always kind and helpful, the Phillips family gave me the warmest welcome I could have imagined! I learned a lot about olive trees, foraging, gardening, cooking, and art! Chris even helped me make a fruit box guitar! The… read more
17 Jan 2012
Left by Workawayer (Lee Robson) for host
Literally excellent. We spent 2 months here over the Christmas period and into the new year (Nov 2011 - Jan 2012). The family were incredible and we felt part of it from the get go. We shared our time here with another volunteer , Stu, who was unbelievably a Devon lad too! We had birthday parties around fires, eat a massive array of different… read more
6 Jan 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Lee Robson)
lee and luke joined us and we were immediately impressed with them both. The guys did exactly what was asked of them and went that extra mile every time. we have had a large amount of people help us out and the standard has been very high but these guys have pushed the standard that much higher. our boys thoroughly enjoyed having the energy and… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Nov 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (mxbolno2011)
max came and helped us out and it was truly a pleasure having him in our home and he is always welcome back. max brought intelligence, genuine interest and enthusiasm with him and worked extremely hard. you must get max to make gnochi and generally his cooking skills are EXCELLENT!!. thank you max for the lively discussions, the great cooking,… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Oct 2011
Left by Workawayer (mxbolno2011) for host
I stayed with Sue, Chris, and the boys for two weeks in September (sorry for the late review!), and felt like I had a new extended family by the time I left. Sue and Chris are incredibly fair, kind, and down-to-earth people with sharp senses humor. They are great fun and wonderful conversationalists - I loved learning about their views and… read more
27 Sep 2011
Left by Workawayer (Glenn) for host
I stayed here for 5 and a half weeks in August / September, my first Workaway stay. I had an amazing time with Sue, Chris, Henry and Erik. Each of them are hard working and interesting people with individual characters and sense of humour. I had a lot of fun with all of them and will miss all the great times.
I can’t write a review without… read more
I can’t write a review without… read more
11 Sep 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Glenn)
This lovely man has not stopped smiling since he came into our home. Glenn really does have a superb attitude and will have a go at everything. Since he has been with us he has picked and sun dried loads of tomatoes and pears. He has made the most delicious food (despite saying that he could not cook). Cleared our terraces of wood and helped… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jun 2011
Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host
A very inspiring family! My time there made me want to cease my wandering ways and get my own patch of land to get stuck into. It planted a great seed in my head at least...
I had a great time working on their farm, brilliant food and company, they made me feel right at home. All the best.
I had a great time working on their farm, brilliant food and company, they made me feel right at home. All the best.
25 May 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)
This awesome young man cycled up our hill and got stuck straight in. He covered pots, buried a telephone line before Italia Telecom turned up... Dug trenches, fetched wood, planted vegetables, cooked fabulous meals, washed up and was just a pleasure to have in our home. We wish you well on your cycle travels, but as we said, if you get to a… read more
(Excellent
)
7 May 2011
Left by Workawayer (Dee) for host
Staying with Sue and Chris was my first Workaway experience and they certainly did not disappoint. I felt very welcomed from the start. Sue, Chris and their two boys Henry and Erik are warm, friendly, funny and are in general one of the loveliest families you could ever expect to meet. My main duties were helping on their farm which I found to be… read more
3 May 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Dee)
dee came to our home looking for a different experience from her normal life and hopefully we provided something that was a bit different...it really was a pleasure to have dee helping us out and anybody who welcomes her into their home will enjoy the pleasure of her company and should definitely sample her fantastic cooking...thank you for… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Mar 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Saskia)
Steve & Saskia joined us as their first workaway experience in Italy. They mucked in with the chores and Saskia did a great job of planting lettuce (her favorite job) radish and peas. She also bagged up all of our potatoes and helped construct things to grow our peas. Steve helped with the start of construction on our cabin and dug up half our… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Mar 2011
Left by Workawayer (Saskia) for host
Sue, Chris and the boys were our first workaway experience of our trip. We couldn't be happier to have this family as a start of our trip. They are really so open and honest and really make you feel welcome in their house, family and lives. We really learned a lot from Sue and Chris, from cooking, making delicious pesto, planting garlic and other… read more
26 Feb 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Graham)
graham...mmmm...well what can we say about graham??!! except for.....thank you very much for pruning about 300 trees and doing a fantastic job. graham has a good sense of humour and can laugh at himself and mix with others very well. all in all graham is willing to learn and to listen and it has been a pleasure having him in our home...oh and he… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Feb 2011
Left by Workawayer (Graham) for host
Thanks so much for an amazing experience at my first workaway place. From the moment I arrived I felt like family. The freshness of the food was awesome, the house and land just stunning. Working under the Tuscan sun, in and amongst the olive trees that spread up the terraces is an experience I will never forget. Thank you all so much for the… read more
5 Nov 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
Before simon arrived we had a leaking roof, minimal lighting, but not anymore and even more simon has initiative by the bucket load. it has been fantastic to leave simon alone and find that whatever he was asked to do he would complete to a very high standard and always go that further mile. simon really was great fun to have around for us and our… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Nov 2010
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
Magnifico, my time with Sue,Chris & The Boys has been excellent, I have enjoyed every moment. Since arriving I have tiled a floor, pointed a chimney, constructed and installed 2 skylight windows, repaired the Tuscan roof (the best view anyone can ever have while working), wired part of the building for lighting and electricity, learned to cook… read more
26 Oct 2010
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer) for host
I had an amazing time with the Phillips family in the hills of Toscana! Their love of their lifestyle and their Italian adventure quite inspired me. They had oodles of confidence in me and it paid off in pies, many pies! I was glad to have a full house with family and other helpers, what a dedicated community! Every day was satisfying, working… read more
25 Oct 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer)
it was a joy to have Jennifer at our home....she makes THE best fruit and savoury pies including homemade pastry....her corn bread has become a daily thing in our home and it is the best!!! everything that Jennifer did was great and done with very good humuor and great dedication.....thank you very much for everything and enjoy the rest of your… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Oct 2010
Left by Workawayer (Lindsay) for host
We really enjoyed our time with Sue and Chris and the boys in Pescia. It was our last workaway stop on our summer-long trip and it was a perfect way to end our summer.
We stayed in the bell tent on top of the hill and we loved our temporary home. The view was amazing, the hammocks were perfect and the outdoor shower was great after a hot… read more
We stayed in the bell tent on top of the hill and we loved our temporary home. The view was amazing, the hammocks were perfect and the outdoor shower was great after a hot… read more
22 Aug 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Lindsay)
Lindsay and Mike came into our home and joined in all the activities... They did everything with a smile on their face and a song in their hearts (Sound of Music). Seriously, thank you guys, you really helped us with getting our land and veggies to look more beautiful and your mushroom risotto was absolutely beautiful. I hope you are continue to… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Oct 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Sergio & Sandra)
sergio and sandra are LOVELY !!!! we have been so fortunate with the people we have helped us and sergio and sandra have added to the fantastic people we have had. sandra made the best pesto, weeded the vegetables and cooked some fantastic dinners and made THE BEST cake....and was just wonderful. sergio laid the best tuscan tiled floor in our… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Oct 2010
Left by Workawayer (Sergio & Sandra) for host
We don't need too many words to value this place. This family is great and they made us feel like real members. We tried the best pesto and tomatoes in Italy, the natural kindness and a great lifestyle. Our best for Chris, Sue, Henry and Eric. We are sure we will come back!
Take care.
Take care.
30 Aug 2010
Left by Workawayer (Jessica) for host
My time with Sue, Chris and the boys was absolutely brilliant.
They were my first ever hosts and what an introduction!
The house is a beautiful 'weathered' tuscany building situated in the fabulous mountains of Pescia.
They are the proud owners of an impressive organic vegetable garden, stretching practically the entire length of the bottom… read more
They were my first ever hosts and what an introduction!
The house is a beautiful 'weathered' tuscany building situated in the fabulous mountains of Pescia.
They are the proud owners of an impressive organic vegetable garden, stretching practically the entire length of the bottom… read more
31 Jul 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)
It's difficult to sum up how great it was to have Jess in our home, she approached everything with the utmost enthusiasm and fantastic attitude. Jess listened extremely well to everything new taught to her whether it was about the vegetables or the bread and pastry making...oh she can make some superb breads and some lovely pies....she is also a… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Aug 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Tyler)
Tyler the master.... Tyler stayed with us for a total of 7 weeks and became part of our family. He truly embraced the whole experience and did everything! He planted carrots (whilst singing to them) turned veggie patches, cut all the long grass in our terraces and chipped the render off our house - turning it from an old wreck to a beautiful… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Jul 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonathan)
John and Tom...it's difficult to know where to start...as soon as they oth arrived at our home they filled the place with their characters, they made us laugh, a lot, they were very polite and helpfull around the place and their skills with the light sabres even challenged our two lads. John is an accomplished rapper and writer and Tom is an… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Jul 2010
Left by Workawayer (Jonathan) for host
It's difficult to describe the experience, it was so great that you literally need to experience it. Staying with Chris, Sue and the boys was like living with distant family, they made us feel extremely welcome and treated us brilliantly.
The amount they know about their vegetables, the local area, and generally Italy was so helpful and eating… read more
The amount they know about their vegetables, the local area, and generally Italy was so helpful and eating… read more
28 Apr 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Michelle)
What can I say.. .these two literally changed our lives!
Not only is Jules a great cook, he also knows loads about vegetables and these two worked really hard digging our veg patches and planting it out..
Michelle also helped big a chicken enclosure and this was built out of things left around the farm. She happy cut up old wire in rain and… read more
Not only is Jules a great cook, he also knows loads about vegetables and these two worked really hard digging our veg patches and planting it out..
Michelle also helped big a chicken enclosure and this was built out of things left around the farm. She happy cut up old wire in rain and… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Apr 2010
Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host
We have recently fulfilled a great ‘Workaway’ experience with Sue, Chris and the boys. They are a kind and welcoming young family who epitomise what ‘Workaway’ is all about! I can strongly recommend them to couples and singles alike.
Based in Pescia (Tuscany) near Luca, they have purchased and are renovating a wonderful hillside farm, olive… read more
