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Last replied
30 Mar 2024
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Description
Ciao a tutti,
we are Marina and Giuseppe, a couple in our sixties. We moved from Florence to the country side of Mugello in 2009. Mugello is an area about an hour away from Florence. The closest village is called Vicchio and is about 4km away. The Landscape around here is very beautiful and many well-known painters came to the surrounding area.
On our little farm we have olive trees with which we make our own olive oil and a big garden where we get most of our produce. We also have many different animals. There are two horses, two geese, a flock of chickens and a dog.
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We do not smoke and smoking is not allowed. We can only accept a request from one workawayer at a time!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We like to get to know our workawayer's culture and language just as much as we like sharing ours. We like to cook together and love to learn new recipes as well
Help
The help we need depends on the season. We mostly need help in the garden and with the stables. In the morning we need to feed the horses and clean the stables. Then, depending on the weather, we have to decide on the work for the day. It could be that the soil around the olive trees needs to be taken care of which means that it has to be well-dug and manured. There could be a fence or the stables that need painting or there could be something to do in the garden such as harvesting, weeding or watering the plants. In addition to this, we also need help indoors with maintenance and cleaning.
We expect our workawayer to be a help in our routine. We would like to host people who have experience with and passion for horses as we need help with them.
The work hours are flexible but, in general, we expect about four to five hours of work per day. on some days we have more to do and on some days there is less work. But you'll, of course, have enough time to discover the surrounding area.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We can accomodate you in a nice room in our house. The room has a comfortable single bed and you will find everything you need.
What else ...
We are not a business and have no business activity. We love our garden and our animals and do our best to take care of them with joy, pleasure, time and patience. We, therefore, expect the same from our volunteers!
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?
One
Hours expected
4 to 5 hours a day
Host ref number: 252967633921
Feedback (25)
8 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Denis & Alena)
Denis and Alena,
grazie to you very very much, your warm presence renovate us the pleasure to host people after this long period of lockdown, it was a short week, but full of good experiences for us too, and gave us the opportunity to appreciate the amazing culture and the value of russian spirit. Your help was so precious and we hope to meet you… read more
grazie to you very very much, your warm presence renovate us the pleasure to host people after this long period of lockdown, it was a short week, but full of good experiences for us too, and gave us the opportunity to appreciate the amazing culture and the value of russian spirit. Your help was so precious and we hope to meet you… read more
(Excellent
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7 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Denis & Alena) for host
A week staying at the farm of Marina and Giuseppe passed very quickly, and the memories of a quiet and calm life in the Tuscan province will remain with us for many years. This workaway experience was truly new and amazing for us. We were able to experience Italian culture from the inside, as well as live a piece of life on a farm. For the… read more
5 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Chris)
It was really such a big pleasure to have Chris here with us, he was enjoyIng life in everything he was doing, working in the garden, cleaning the stable, washing dishes, byking, running ! Joking with Chris it is something we are missing a lot, in the period that Chris was here we did the olives'harvest and he was working really hard, like a… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
Wow. I had such a wonderful time staying with Marina and Giuseppe in October 2018.
Marina and Giuseppe - thank you so much.
I spent 1 month at their place and loved every day.
The location and scenery is just amazing. Beautiful mountainsides and tracks for running and walking and biking. It was just gorgeous.
The animals are all fantastic. The… read more
Marina and Giuseppe - thank you so much.
I spent 1 month at their place and loved every day.
The location and scenery is just amazing. Beautiful mountainsides and tracks for running and walking and biking. It was just gorgeous.
The animals are all fantastic. The… read more
10 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Robin) for host
Wow, what a lovely, lovely place!! Marina and Giuseppe really know how to make you feel welcome and taken care of. Giuseppe and Marina have a beautiful property right in the fillings hills of Mugello, where you have the opportunity to see some very gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. The work was spent mostly outside, which was really refreshing, being… read more
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8 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Denis & Alena)
Denis and Alena,
grazie to you very very much, your warm presence renovate us the pleasure to host people after this long period of lockdown, it was a short week, but full of good experiences for us too, and gave us the opportunity to appreciate the amazing culture and the value of russian spirit. Your help was so precious and we hope to meet you… read more
grazie to you very very much, your warm presence renovate us the pleasure to host people after this long period of lockdown, it was a short week, but full of good experiences for us too, and gave us the opportunity to appreciate the amazing culture and the value of russian spirit. Your help was so precious and we hope to meet you… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Denis & Alena) for host
A week staying at the farm of Marina and Giuseppe passed very quickly, and the memories of a quiet and calm life in the Tuscan province will remain with us for many years. This workaway experience was truly new and amazing for us. We were able to experience Italian culture from the inside, as well as live a piece of life on a farm. For the… read more
5 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Chris)
It was really such a big pleasure to have Chris here with us, he was enjoyIng life in everything he was doing, working in the garden, cleaning the stable, washing dishes, byking, running ! Joking with Chris it is something we are missing a lot, in the period that Chris was here we did the olives'harvest and he was working really hard, like a… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
Wow. I had such a wonderful time staying with Marina and Giuseppe in October 2018.
Marina and Giuseppe - thank you so much.
I spent 1 month at their place and loved every day.
The location and scenery is just amazing. Beautiful mountainsides and tracks for running and walking and biking. It was just gorgeous.
The animals are all fantastic. The… read more
Marina and Giuseppe - thank you so much.
I spent 1 month at their place and loved every day.
The location and scenery is just amazing. Beautiful mountainsides and tracks for running and walking and biking. It was just gorgeous.
The animals are all fantastic. The… read more
10 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Robin) for host
Wow, what a lovely, lovely place!! Marina and Giuseppe really know how to make you feel welcome and taken care of. Giuseppe and Marina have a beautiful property right in the fillings hills of Mugello, where you have the opportunity to see some very gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. The work was spent mostly outside, which was really refreshing, being… read more
1 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rian)
We always happy to host nice guys like Rian, he stayed with us for about ten days, he was always ready to give us a hand with a big smile, great worker and he did all tasks with care and attention. Grande Lover of our Italian culture and food,
he was ever ready and curios to learn everything about it. We can for sure recommend his help and his… read more
he was ever ready and curios to learn everything about it. We can for sure recommend his help and his… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rian) for host
This was my very first workaway experience, and it was great! Marina and Giuseppe were very welcoming, and I felt like part of the family. I was there for only 10 days and overlapped with Amber, another workawayer. My work included cleaning the horse stalls every morning, spreading manure around the olive trees, and lots of weeding. The work… read more
1 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Amber)
Amber was two weeks with us, but it seems she was living here very long, so little girl, but so strong, she was always in a good mood, sometimes singing with a such nice voice, we got many task done in the time she was here, she was getting care of our tomato plants every day, looking at them like if they were babies, she was lovely to all our… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Amber) for host
My time with Marina and Giuseppe was very special, and I'm sure will remain close to my heart for many years!
They were very accommodating and helpful hosts. Picking me up from the train station, and dropping me off.
Their house is very well loved, and nestled among beautiful tuscan hills. When it's siesta time one of y favorite things to do was… read more
They were very accommodating and helpful hosts. Picking me up from the train station, and dropping me off.
Their house is very well loved, and nestled among beautiful tuscan hills. When it's siesta time one of y favorite things to do was… read more
28 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire)
In the period that Claire was here it was still raining a lot, but she was never bored and find always something to do, such a simple person that staying with her was really very nice, she is a hard worker and also very interested in all kind of plants and their property and she was also very good in drawing the plants we collect. She was working… read more
(Excellent
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10 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host
Marina and Giuseppe were my first workaway hosts and couldn't have been more perfect. They replied in less than a day and I went the day after. They gave clear instructions on how to arrive and very easy going. Marina taught me a lot about the plants and I learned about history and politics from Giuseppe. Made me feel apart of the family. They are… read more
23 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
The best place ever!
It's been a year but I still daydream about my 2 weeks with Marina and Giuseppe! All the great evenings, wonderful meals, beautiful landscape, lovely animals..
I learned so much from them.. not only about Italian cuisine, horses, farm-life, thai-chi, culture, politics...setc.. but even more about life!!!
I will never ever… read more
It's been a year but I still daydream about my 2 weeks with Marina and Giuseppe! All the great evenings, wonderful meals, beautiful landscape, lovely animals..
I learned so much from them.. not only about Italian cuisine, horses, farm-life, thai-chi, culture, politics...setc.. but even more about life!!!
I will never ever… read more
20 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alicia)
Alicia was two weeks with us and the weather was really terrible, rain rain and rain so we could not do many things outside, but Alicia was not bored about this and her help in cleaning the stable and preparing nets for slow food for the horses was great. She was always interested in our activity and her italian is so good that was a pleasure to… read more
(Excellent
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19 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host
Living with Marina and Giuseppe was an experience I will never forget.I could have never imagined before,that it will be so hard for me to leave this amazing place in one of the most beautiful landscapes I have ever seen.I stayed with Marina and Giuseppe for two weeks this March in a period full of rain,but I had the best time with them.From day… read more
7 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
What a lovely feedback Sarah left for us, it was a special period that we passed together, sharing so many experiences and warm feelings, a piece of Australia will be in our hearts and we will never forget her so special smile.
Torna presto :) buonasera signorina.
Torna presto :) buonasera signorina.
(Excellent
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5 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
I was lucky enough to get to stay with Marina and Giuseppe a few months ago while I was in Italy.
This was my first work away experience and I can not recommend this stay more highly. With all the places I could have stayed I'm glad I ended up on the door step of these two amazing human beings. Spending time with these two beautiful people and… read more
This was my first work away experience and I can not recommend this stay more highly. With all the places I could have stayed I'm glad I ended up on the door step of these two amazing human beings. Spending time with these two beautiful people and… read more
7 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Frauke)
Sharing our time with Frauke was very nice, she was very interested in our activities and passionate with nature and country life. For us it was a pleasure hosting her, we recommend her for sure. Torna a trovarci presto :)
(Excellent
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7 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Frauke) for host
Its been a long time now, I left the wonderful place of Marina and Giuseppe. Now I found some time to say Thank you to these wonderful people who hosted me so welcoming! I can just say that I had two wonderful weeks there, which where to short...! I am happy that this was my first experience with workaway! I like to think back to this experience
14 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Leah) for host
I truly had an amazing time living with Marina and Giuseppe. They welcomed me immediately and I felt right at home in my camper and especially in the kitchen where all of Marina's magic happened. I still dream about the meals I ate when I was staying there, and took many recipe ideas home with me! During my stay, some of their friends came to… read more
11 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Gilad & Roni)
Gilad and Roni were really a big present for us, they are really hard workers, they are passionate with all what they do, they were interested in our activities and curios , they like to exchange opinions and culture, they bring a lot of positivity where they are, we can recommend them without any reserve! We will be happy to host them again!
(Excellent
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3 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Gilad & Roni) for host
Amazing excellent fun!! If you ever think of going here - dont hesitate!!! Its the best place you will find!
Marina and Giuseppe were kind and opened their house and heart for us. They made us feel comfortble as if We are in our home... It was so hard to leave, so We stayed longer (for two weeks)...
The work never felt like work, and We learned… read more
Marina and Giuseppe were kind and opened their house and heart for us. They made us feel comfortble as if We are in our home... It was so hard to leave, so We stayed longer (for two weeks)...
The work never felt like work, and We learned… read more
18 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Serena)
Grazie Serena, 15 days are really gone fast, it was very nice have you here and your presence brought serenity at our little farm. Your way to help us in our daily routine was very participated, with care and sensibility for all things, pets and horses too.
When you will be in Italy again... just ring the bell.
Ciao Giuseppe e Marina
When you will be in Italy again... just ring the bell.
Ciao Giuseppe e Marina
(Excellent
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17 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Serena) for host
Staying with Marina and Giuseppe was the best way of traveling in Italy. I'm so glad they hosted me and would love to meet them again, really great experience of living with locals. They are so passionate in what they do that it was really easy to work happy and smiling with them. On my last day, I couldn't believe time had past so quickly and… read more
18 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena)
Grazie Magdalena! Your presence here was fantastic, really incredible. Your positive energy is contagious and your way to see what is to do without to ask for that is so relaxing, you were working always with a smile and that is priceless, we wish you the best for your life and we are sure your dreams will became real and of course we hope to have… read more
(Excellent
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7 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Magdalena) for host
Super-hiper excellent plus!!!
Organic life-style, outdoor activities, smile, talks, walks, excercises in the morning and positive energy all day long under the tuscan sky and under the roof of Marina and Giuseppe home.
From the moment I arrived I felt like home so you are very lucky when Marina and Giussepe invite you. Don't think what to do,… read more
Organic life-style, outdoor activities, smile, talks, walks, excercises in the morning and positive energy all day long under the tuscan sky and under the roof of Marina and Giuseppe home.
From the moment I arrived I felt like home so you are very lucky when Marina and Giussepe invite you. Don't think what to do,… read more
28 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Deborah)
it was a unespected surprise, a lot of energy and sensibility mixed in a so lovely person.
She is a hardworker and so active in our garden activity but also with a special touch in the kitchen.
We consider us very lucky host having with us Deborah and we wish her the best.
She is a hardworker and so active in our garden activity but also with a special touch in the kitchen.
We consider us very lucky host having with us Deborah and we wish her the best.
(Excellent
)
31 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Deborah) for host
I stayed 3 lovely weeks with Marina and Giuseppe , between delicious dishes, experiences sharing, take care of animals, riding, walking in forest ... and so nice and funny times with them!
it was a great experience, i learnt a lot and felt really good at their home...
Thanks very much! i hope see you again soon!!! ;)
it was a great experience, i learnt a lot and felt really good at their home...
Thanks very much! i hope see you again soon!!! ;)
2 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host
This is a very late feedback, but better late than never I guess!
I stayed together with a friend with Marina and Guiseppe for two weeks last autumn and we were as taken care of as you possible can be! Marina and Giuseppe is such a nice and caring couple, they opened up their home for us and shared both delicious food and everything else with… read more
I stayed together with a friend with Marina and Guiseppe for two weeks last autumn and we were as taken care of as you possible can be! Marina and Giuseppe is such a nice and caring couple, they opened up their home for us and shared both delicious food and everything else with… read more
15 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Parker) for host
Hi Marina and Giuseppe! A few months have passed since I helped out on their absolutely stunning property in the hills in Vicchio, Tuscany. My time there was in all ways super positive; I had very comfortable accommodations in the camper outside the house, enjoyable and educational work (I learned to ride a horse, very much a new skill to me!),… read more
16 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Graeme) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with Giuseppe and Marina. The couple are very friendly and are supportive. They was plenty of work to offer but never in a rush to get tasks done. I also got the opportunity to teach their youngest son English which was enjoyable. Although this was my first work away, I must say I had a lot of fun. Also Marina is a great… read more
24 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lina)
Die Zeit mit Lina war wirklich sehr schoen und auch sehr bereichern, Lina ist eine sehr lebensfreudige Person, sie ist sehr spontan und direkt, meistens gut gelaunt und hat eine grosse Erfahrung mit Pferden , sie hat uns sehr geholfen und uns mit Leidenschaft ihre Kenntnisse vermittelt, wir haben ihre Leichtigkeit sehr geschaetzt, wirklich vielen… read more
(Excellent
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13 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Lina) for host
Ich habe drei Wochen bei Marina und Giuseppe verbracht und kann wirklich sagen das ich eine tolle Zeit hatte! Es war mein erstes 'workaway', dementsprechend war ich sehr aufgeregt.
Schon als ich von Marina abgeholt wurde, habe ich gemerkt wie herzlich und liebevoll sie ist.
Und auch Giuseppe ist ein unglaublich toller Mensch mit dem man eine… read more
Schon als ich von Marina abgeholt wurde, habe ich gemerkt wie herzlich und liebevoll sie ist.
Und auch Giuseppe ist ein unglaublich toller Mensch mit dem man eine… read more
11 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Hope_Nelly) for host
Spät aber doch geben wir euch auch unsere Bewertung ;)
Wir wollen uns ganz Herzlich bei euch bedanken für die schöne Zeit die wir bei euch verbringen durften. Danke das wir euch kennen gelernt haben. :D
Der Besuch bei euch hat uns sehr geprägt und uns gezeigt was Gastfreundschaft bedeutet. Wir haben sehr viel von euch für unser Leben gelernt.… read more
Wir wollen uns ganz Herzlich bei euch bedanken für die schöne Zeit die wir bei euch verbringen durften. Danke das wir euch kennen gelernt haben. :D
Der Besuch bei euch hat uns sehr geprägt und uns gezeigt was Gastfreundschaft bedeutet. Wir haben sehr viel von euch für unser Leben gelernt.… read more
27 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Evi) for host
I had a marvelous time with Marina and Giuseppe at Vicchio. They are very friendly warm-hearted people, open-minded and confidential. I loved the atmosphere at their place with all the nice animals, the big garden and meadows. Mostly I was busy with the handling of fruits, pomegranate to state more precisely. We made delicious jam! I felt very… read more
10 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Kali & Jenna) for host
Marina and Giuseppe were wonderful hosts and welcomed us warmly into their home. This was our first work away experience and we couldn't have asked for anything better. We mostly helped in the garden weeding and planting apple and blackberry trees as well as cleaning the house and managing the horses and other animals. Marina and Giuseppe went… read more
17 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Rowan)
Rowan stayed with us about 10 days, and he is a very pleasant guy. Intelligent, fit, willing to learn and work very hard, couldn´t really ask for better.
(Excellent
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11 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Rowan) for host
I had a wonderful with Marina and Giuseppe! They are lovely, lovely people and their property and the view is so beautiful I could sit and watch it for hours on end.
The work never felt like work. I helped clear bushes, helped in the garden (which they really do love and care for!) and dug out a trench to allow water to flow down the side of the… read more
The work never felt like work. I helped clear bushes, helped in the garden (which they really do love and care for!) and dug out a trench to allow water to flow down the side of the… read more
17 Oct 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian is a lovely person and highly recommended!
(Excellent
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20 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host
I had a fantastic week with Marina and Giuseppe in Vicchio. They have a lovely home and small farm/garden. I worked mostly in the garden clearing weeds and cleaned around the house. The atmosphere was welcoming, the food delicious, and the hosts tremendously kind. I was able to spend a day in Florence and Marina drove me to and from the station.… read more
28 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Balint)
Valentino è troppo buono! We passed good time together, and his help in the garden was crucial. He likes very much to learn new thinks and language, he was very nice and careful with all our pets, with a special touch with horses. We wish him the best for his study and life.
Marina and Giuseppe
Marina and Giuseppe
(Excellent
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20 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Balint) for host
This is the best place in Toscana! I was the lucky one who was the very first workawayer with Marina and Giuseppe and with their horses and I had a very very nice experience. I went running with Giuseppe, had talks with Marina as if she were my mother, enjoyed muffin time and cooking, learnt a lot about plants and foods, got a diploma in… read more
