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13 Mar 2024
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Hello,
We are Francesco and Robert, a gay couple, living in a rural part of central Italy willing to have volunteers helping with various outside duties. You need to be strong,very open minded, self sufficient ( able to cook for yourself) friendly & people orientated. . You need to be house proud, know how to use a broom and self motivated :)
We live in a semi restored farmhouse about 5 km from the historic town of Tolentino between the mountains and the Adriatic coast line.
The many footpaths leading through woods, fields and rivers covering the mountains makes it a pleasure to explore the environment.
Being so submersed in wilderness away from civilization, it very much creates a feeling of retreat or escape from day to day ´normal´ life.
We like living in the countryside and share our way of life with others.
The restored part of the farmhouse has all the comforts of a modern place yet set in beautiful rolling hills landscape.
We enjoy cooking, outdoors sports and socializing with friends.
we have two cats and two lovely dogs.
I enjoy cooking and try different recipes every time !!
N.B. This is only during the autumn/early spring time.
The tasks that we will be doing together may consist of the following....
Olive pruning / picking,( when in season ) gardening, landscaping, manual labour, house renovation, clearing brambles, chopping / cutting firewood, ground clearance and site preparation.
Helping us is very relaxed and informal.
Plenty of good genuine Italian food on offer !
Please note, During the summer period we operate as a B & B, however any workaways who are here during these periods will have no involvement with the B & B activities.
The olive oil that we produce is soley for our personal use and not for commercial reasons or sale.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They can learn more about olive pruning and harvesting
Getting hands on how to make real Neapolitan pizzas and more authentic regional Italian recipes
Immerge themselves into a new culture and environment.
Help
We would like to host outgoing people who would want to visit a new part of this beautiful country, learning a few gardening skills including olive pruning, strimming, general help with keeping grounds tidy
The ideal combination would be to have a great chance to meet new people and learn from each others experience ....
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: 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
The accommodation provides a fully equipped spacious double bedroom and a bathroom. We would share the kitchen and the living room.
You will live in the house as part of the family.
What else ...
What else ...
Places to visit on your time off....
There's an abundace of places to visit, from picturesque hill top medieval towns to lovely unspoiled beaches 25 minutes away by car . The Conero Riviera its only 1 hr away from us, its called the pearl of the Adriatic for its pebble beaches and crystal clear waters and upmarket seaside towns...
The Sibillini mountains are very close too, about 40 minutes away. A fantastic place for long walks, exploring lakes and mountains plateaus which are covered with wild spring flowers from May till July.
The nearest shop is about 20 minutes walk from the house but to reach the nearest town which is 6 km away you would need a car or otherwise we are more than happy to drop you off and pick you up from the town centre etc.
At times one can feel quite isolated up here so it's a great place for anyone interested in meditation or self exploration etc. Or if not, it's simply a great place to enjoy the peace and to explore the nature. Fantastic for walkers.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
25hr max
Host ref number: 323542986587
Feedback (33)
4 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Luciana & Daniel)
What can I say !! Luciana and Daniel were the perfect Workaways.
Absolutely 5 starts to them. Hard workers, willing to help around the house at all times. Never too much in the way or invasive in the house and respected our privacy. They mixed really well with our friends and they blitzed the garden in two weeks ti perfection !
I d have them… read more
Absolutely 5 starts to them. Hard workers, willing to help around the house at all times. Never too much in the way or invasive in the house and respected our privacy. They mixed really well with our friends and they blitzed the garden in two weeks ti perfection !
I d have them… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luciana & Daniel) for host
Francesco and Bob are amazing hosts, we stayed with them for two weeks and we had a great time!
We helped with gardening jobs, and we always had different tasks so it was fun and we learned lots of new things.
The accomodation is in a country house in a lovely and peaceful location surrounded by hills.
Francesco is a great chef and cooked lots of… read more
We helped with gardening jobs, and we always had different tasks so it was fun and we learned lots of new things.
The accomodation is in a country house in a lovely and peaceful location surrounded by hills.
Francesco is a great chef and cooked lots of… read more
4 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)
Jason was a fantastic guy ! Sorry for the late review.
Jason helped us picking olives during last year harvest. Witty, responsible and clean, Jason was hard worker and also helped us running the house smoothly. I loved his sense of humor . Grazie mille di tutto
Jason helped us picking olives during last year harvest. Witty, responsible and clean, Jason was hard worker and also helped us running the house smoothly. I loved his sense of humor . Grazie mille di tutto
(Excellent
)
18 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host
Thank you Francesco and Robert for making my first experience on WorkAway memorable! It was great to help you guys take care of your wonderful peace of heaven, learning the ways of olive picking & the oil-making process and helping out at the restaurant making pizza!
16 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nikola)
Nikola is a very interesting and talented guy who worked very well and provided us with interesting and entertaining coversation.
We would welcome him back without hesitation.
Robert / Fran
We would welcome him back without hesitation.
Robert / Fran
(Excellent
)
30 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Nikola) for host
I stayed with Bob and Francesco for a week, and it was a unique and movie like experience. Hills and the little cities are just the cutest part of this region, and I would recommend everybody to go here in order to experience Italy in this light. Fran and Bob will take care of you like your own family and hopefully you will learn something from… read more
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4 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Luciana & Daniel)
What can I say !! Luciana and Daniel were the perfect Workaways.
Absolutely 5 starts to them. Hard workers, willing to help around the house at all times. Never too much in the way or invasive in the house and respected our privacy. They mixed really well with our friends and they blitzed the garden in two weeks ti perfection !
I d have them… read more
Absolutely 5 starts to them. Hard workers, willing to help around the house at all times. Never too much in the way or invasive in the house and respected our privacy. They mixed really well with our friends and they blitzed the garden in two weeks ti perfection !
I d have them… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luciana & Daniel) for host
Francesco and Bob are amazing hosts, we stayed with them for two weeks and we had a great time!
We helped with gardening jobs, and we always had different tasks so it was fun and we learned lots of new things.
The accomodation is in a country house in a lovely and peaceful location surrounded by hills.
Francesco is a great chef and cooked lots of… read more
We helped with gardening jobs, and we always had different tasks so it was fun and we learned lots of new things.
The accomodation is in a country house in a lovely and peaceful location surrounded by hills.
Francesco is a great chef and cooked lots of… read more
4 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)
Jason was a fantastic guy ! Sorry for the late review.
Jason helped us picking olives during last year harvest. Witty, responsible and clean, Jason was hard worker and also helped us running the house smoothly. I loved his sense of humor . Grazie mille di tutto
Jason helped us picking olives during last year harvest. Witty, responsible and clean, Jason was hard worker and also helped us running the house smoothly. I loved his sense of humor . Grazie mille di tutto
(Excellent
)
18 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jason) for host
Thank you Francesco and Robert for making my first experience on WorkAway memorable! It was great to help you guys take care of your wonderful peace of heaven, learning the ways of olive picking & the oil-making process and helping out at the restaurant making pizza!
16 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nikola)
Nikola is a very interesting and talented guy who worked very well and provided us with interesting and entertaining coversation.
We would welcome him back without hesitation.
Robert / Fran
We would welcome him back without hesitation.
Robert / Fran
(Excellent
)
30 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Nikola) for host
I stayed with Bob and Francesco for a week, and it was a unique and movie like experience. Hills and the little cities are just the cutest part of this region, and I would recommend everybody to go here in order to experience Italy in this light. Fran and Bob will take care of you like your own family and hopefully you will learn something from… read more
27 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Rhianna & Stanley )
Stanley & Rihanna were very helpful indeed. Both positive smiley and willing to learn new skills.
We loved having them around the house too, helping me cleaning and preparing meals. They enjoyed olive picking and the whole process at the olive press!
They were tidy polite and with a great sense of humour;)
Thank you guys once again for all your… read more
We loved having them around the house too, helping me cleaning and preparing meals. They enjoyed olive picking and the whole process at the olive press!
They were tidy polite and with a great sense of humour;)
Thank you guys once again for all your… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Rhianna & Stanley ) for host
We really enjoyed our week with Francesco and Robert!
They are a friendly, welcoming couple who made us feel at home instantly (they are also hilarious).
They live on a beautiful property with fantastic views and some very sweet cats and dogs.
Learning about the olive oil process was very interesting, the picking wasn't too tiring and the reward… read more
They are a friendly, welcoming couple who made us feel at home instantly (they are also hilarious).
They live on a beautiful property with fantastic views and some very sweet cats and dogs.
Learning about the olive oil process was very interesting, the picking wasn't too tiring and the reward… read more
27 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire & Timothée)
Claire and Tim are great workers , they did a fantastic job in our garden and got us all ready for our summer season.
They are a lovely friendly and sociable couple and very easy to get on with.
We strongly recommend them and would welcome them back even if only to finish that game of chess.
Best wishes from us all
They are a lovely friendly and sociable couple and very easy to get on with.
We strongly recommend them and would welcome them back even if only to finish that game of chess.
Best wishes from us all
(Excellent
)
24 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Claire & Timothée) for host
We truly enjoyed the two weeks we spent with Francesco and Robert. They made us feel very welcome and comfortable. We did a lot of weeding, streaming and a little pruning. While we were working in the beautiful garden with the company of Pongo and Percy, Francesco kept the house super clean and cooked delicious italian meals for us. Robert taught… read more
20 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucadofus)
Luca is a fantastic workawayer, he was sociable, hardworking and a real pleasure to be with.
He is a quick learner and completed several tasks that he had no previous experience of, most of which were physical.
We were sorry to see him leave as he would have been welcome to stay for much longer.
Luca thank you again for all your hard work and… read more
He is a quick learner and completed several tasks that he had no previous experience of, most of which were physical.
We were sorry to see him leave as he would have been welcome to stay for much longer.
Luca thank you again for all your hard work and… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lucadofus) for host
I had a great time workawaying at Francesco's and Robert's. As soon as I arrived I was part of the household. The locations is stunning and doing work outdoors with the company of the dogs and a cockatiel is just something else! The work was physically demanding but we made lots of progress in just two weeks (sadly I had to leave sooner than… read more
20 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lewis) for host
Massive thanks to Fran & Bob (and their lovely friends!) for making my first workaway memorable, comfortable, enjoyable... fun! They are generous, kind, great to talk and laugh with, and made sure I was happy.
I stayed for two weeks - plenty of work for me to help them get ready for the season, but it was always varied, with a relaxed schedule,… read more
I stayed for two weeks - plenty of work for me to help them get ready for the season, but it was always varied, with a relaxed schedule,… read more
28 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Iga) for host
We spend almost 15 days in this wonderful place with Francesco, Robert, Percy, FINDUS, Pongo and Birdie.
It could not be better! Rob and Franci gave us a warm welcome in them House, organizing for us a welcome dinner with some other friends (Lucy and Mike)
We spent lovely days there, in the middle of the green lands, very quite and amazingly… read more
It could not be better! Rob and Franci gave us a warm welcome in them House, organizing for us a welcome dinner with some other friends (Lucy and Mike)
We spent lovely days there, in the middle of the green lands, very quite and amazingly… read more
21 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tecla & Bruno) for host
We had a fantastic time pet and house-sitting for Bob and Fran. Their pets Pongo, Percy, Findy, Margo, Blackie and Birdie were all adorable and each one had it’s own funny character. We became really attached to them in the couple of weeks that we took care of them. I also loved working in their olive grove and maintaining their beautiful garden,… read more
12 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tecla & Bruno)
Tecla and Bruno did an amazing job of housesitting for us with Tecla as the garden expert and Bruno as the Chef and guardian of all our pets (3 cats, 2 dogs and Birdie birdie).
!20 olives trees manicured and bases cleared plus general gardening planting and maint.
Thank you both so much, we were able to enjoy our holiday and not worry about back… read more
!20 olives trees manicured and bases cleared plus general gardening planting and maint.
Thank you both so much, we were able to enjoy our holiday and not worry about back… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Saint-Germain & Amat) for host
Real thanks for you two
We spend really nice time with you!
We taste new dishes from italia and U.K it was delicious !
We learn a lot of thinks !
We will remember this experience with you :)!
Thank you very much
I hope see you soon, in France this time haha!
Gauthier and Quentin
We spend really nice time with you!
We taste new dishes from italia and U.K it was delicious !
We learn a lot of thinks !
We will remember this experience with you :)!
Thank you very much
I hope see you soon, in France this time haha!
Gauthier and Quentin
17 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (delpoggio)
Thanks Quinten, we really did appreciate your help, sociability and VERY hard work, it was a pleasure to host you and you would be very welcome to visit us again.
Bob / Fran
Bob / Fran
(Excellent
)
16 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (delpoggio) for host
I wanted to see and discover a piece of Marche and I stayed with Francesco and Robert. From the first moment they were open, respectful and easy going. The accommodation is clean and very good. Francesco is a great Neapolitan baker, a traveler and adventurous person. Bob is friendly and always open for a chit chat about things in life. 2 sweet… read more
24 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jared) for host
I just want give an enormous thanks to Fran and Bob for the wonderful hospitality in hosting me at their beautiful house in the middle of a stunning area. I loved the atmosphere around the place and my stay for a week was truly memorable and I learnt a lot for my first workaway experience which made it all the more fantastic being hosted by two… read more
1 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Agustin)
Well .. I don't even know where to start ! Agustin was a great descovery . He stayed with us for about two weeks and help us in various tasks in the garden and with the running of the b&b including cooking and making cakes for the guests for breakfast, laying tables outside, cleaning the gazebo and greeting guests ..
I felt as if I knew this guy… read more
I felt as if I knew this guy… read more
(Excellent
)
1 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Agustin) for host
The words of thanks are not enough to express how happy made me this experience with Fran ( the best Cook in the world) and Bob.
It was my first workaway and I just thank you for those unforgettable weeks that happen there, Fran is very careful and perfectionists and makes you understand that the effort has its rewards, I will never forget the… read more
It was my first workaway and I just thank you for those unforgettable weeks that happen there, Fran is very careful and perfectionists and makes you understand that the effort has its rewards, I will never forget the… read more
5 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)
Hi Jakob,
Thanks for the lovely review, we loved having you here with us and very much appreciate the work you did, you will always be welcome here.
Best wishes Bob / Fran x
Thanks for the lovely review, we loved having you here with us and very much appreciate the work you did, you will always be welcome here.
Best wishes Bob / Fran x
(Excellent
)
1 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host
Time sure does fly and it's already been half a year since my two weeks stay at Bob and Fran's last summer, which was a great pleasure. They treated me with nothing but hospitality, or better yet, made me feel at home in no time.
The jobs to be done by me were mostly cutting the grass and the olive trees (and of course cleaning the pool of bugs… read more
The jobs to be done by me were mostly cutting the grass and the olive trees (and of course cleaning the pool of bugs… read more
5 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jonas)
Hi Jonas,
Thanks for the lovely review, we loved having you here and you will always be welcome back at any time..we would love to see you again.
best wishes Bob / Fran / Pongo / Percy / Findus and Margot xx
Thanks for the lovely review, we loved having you here and you will always be welcome back at any time..we would love to see you again.
best wishes Bob / Fran / Pongo / Percy / Findus and Margot xx
(Excellent
)
17 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jonas) for host
It was fantastic to help Bob and Francesco. I felt at home as soon as I arrived. I fell in love with Bongo, Persi and the two cats of the house. Working in the guesthouse and in the olive-garden was a nice experience.. There is nothing better than than to relax in the pool with such an amazing view (of course after work). I improved a lot of… read more
14 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Marius)
Hi Marius,
thank you so much for the lovely feedback, and especially thanks for all your hard work and your friendship and conversation. We achieved so much more when you were here than we thought we ever would, you will always be welcome here.
best wishes Bob / Fran.
thank you so much for the lovely feedback, and especially thanks for all your hard work and your friendship and conversation. We achieved so much more when you were here than we thought we ever would, you will always be welcome here.
best wishes Bob / Fran.
(Excellent
)
8 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Marius) for host
I spent about 10 days here and it was wonderful. I really have to thank Fran and Bob (and Margo, Findus, Pongo and Percy) for this unique experience. I enjoyed the beautiful countryside, Frans extraordinary cooking skills, all the dinnerparties (with all their great friends) we organised together or were invited to and the great and lovely… read more
15 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (CaseyF)
Casey, Thank you so much for traveling all the way here to help us out, with your
help we achieved so much more than we expected in the time you were here,
We can without hesitation recommend Casey to any other potential hosts, he is a friendly, sociable and very hard worker who sets himself a target and doesn't stop till he achieves it.
We… read more
help we achieved so much more than we expected in the time you were here,
We can without hesitation recommend Casey to any other potential hosts, he is a friendly, sociable and very hard worker who sets himself a target and doesn't stop till he achieves it.
We… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (CaseyF) for host
There is not much that I can say which has not already been said by other volunteers who came before me. This is a testament to the quality of the opportunity the hosts are offering. Some things, however, ought to be repeated.
It was an absolute pleasure to work with and get to know Bob and Fran. Both are genial hosts who go out of their way to… read more
It was an absolute pleasure to work with and get to know Bob and Fran. Both are genial hosts who go out of their way to… read more
5 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Zac)
Hey Zac
Thanks for the lovely review and of course all the fantastic work you did while you were here.
We would have never Pruned all our trees without you guys. please feel free to call in here at anytime you will always be welcome, especially at olive picking time (November) when you would be able to see the fruits of your labours.
Very best… read more
Thanks for the lovely review and of course all the fantastic work you did while you were here.
We would have never Pruned all our trees without you guys. please feel free to call in here at anytime you will always be welcome, especially at olive picking time (November) when you would be able to see the fruits of your labours.
Very best… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Zac) for host
Working on the olive trees with Bob and Francesco was well worth it if it meant delicious cooking, quality conversations, good company, awesome scenery, and new friends. And it did.
Thank you again so much for letting me stay guys! I'm sending you both my best wishes for the future.
Take care :)
Thank you again so much for letting me stay guys! I'm sending you both my best wishes for the future.
Take care :)
19 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander)
Alex was without doubt one of the most hardworking workaways we have ever had, he was very precise and always completed his tasks and then tidied everything up afterwards.
We achieved much more than expected, thanks to you Alex.
Bob Voyage and best wishes on your travels.
We achieved much more than expected, thanks to you Alex.
Bob Voyage and best wishes on your travels.
(Excellent
)
28 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander)
Alex was without doubt one of the most hardworking workaways we have ever had, he was very precise and always completed his tasks and then tidied everything up afterwards.
We achieved much more than expected, thanks to you Alex.
Bob Voyage and best wishes on your travels.
We achieved much more than expected, thanks to you Alex.
Bob Voyage and best wishes on your travels.
(Excellent
)
27 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Alexander) for host
I had a great time in Francesco's and Bob's place, they are both very good and generous people, the food was great and I will miss there great cooking, the work was nice and fair.
They make me feel like home,
There house and the area around was very beautiful and peaceful,
Thank you for everything my friends I wish you lots of good luck… read more
They make me feel like home,
There house and the area around was very beautiful and peaceful,
Thank you for everything my friends I wish you lots of good luck… read more
17 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Lachlan)
Lachlan is a fantastic workawayer, he was sociable, hardworking and a real pleasure to be with.
He is a quick learner and completed several tasks that he had no previous experience of, including tiling a large floor area.
We were sorry to see him leave as he would have been welcome to stay for much longer.
Lach, thank you again for all your… read more
He is a quick learner and completed several tasks that he had no previous experience of, including tiling a large floor area.
We were sorry to see him leave as he would have been welcome to stay for much longer.
Lach, thank you again for all your… read more
(Excellent
)
15 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicolas)
We loved having Nicolas here and would have liked him to stay much longer than he was able to. He has a very nice sociable demeanor and was a willing helper in any task asked of him.
(Excellent
)
20 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nicolas) for host
I enjoyed my time with Bob and Francesco. They accommodation was nice and it was a pleasure to work for Bob. I really appreciated the fact that he gave me a tool or a task to do and let me figure it out on my own, and also the fact that he lets workawayers do all kinds of jobs whereas some hosts just pass on jobs that they don't want to do… read more
7 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)
We absolutely loved all the time Matthew stayed with us, he has a wonderful personality and was always enthusiastic about everything we asked him to help with or took him to see. We would always welcome him back should he ever want to return.
(Excellent
)
6 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
I cannot believe how lucky I was to choose to visit them for my first workaway experience. The level of work was definitely fair and the location is unbeatable - it´s only a half an hour to either the sea or the mountains, which means you have both sea and mountain views! They were so welcoming and really worked to make me feel at home as well as… read more
25 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sean_and_Harrison)
We had some great times with Sean and Sydney, they were sociable and good fun. Sean was a fantastic worker who helped us achieve much more than we had hoped for. They were both perfect ambassadors for the USA.
(Excellent
)
22 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Sean_and_Harrison) for host
Francesco and Bob are great hosts! We had the privilege of meeting some of their great friends, visiting a couple of their beautiful beaches, taking a day trip to the nearby mountains, and eating some of Francesco's delicious food! All in all, it was the trip of a lifetime and we'll never forget our time with you guys. Thanks!
26 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Paddy)
Jake is a pleasant and sociable guy who worked really well and made a great team with our other workaway who was also here at the same time.
thanks very much..Bob / Fran
thanks very much..Bob / Fran
(Excellent
)
25 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Paddy) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was brilliant, Amazing people, great food and an hilarious cat called findas!
Fran and Bob are really lovely people, It felt like i was part of the household working along side them, They took us out a few times to see the countryside which was beautiful and got to meet lots of their friends.
All… read more
Fran and Bob are really lovely people, It felt like i was part of the household working along side them, They took us out a few times to see the countryside which was beautiful and got to meet lots of their friends.
All… read more
25 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Gino)
Gino..thanks so much for all your hard work. It was a pleasure both to meet you and to host you. You will always be welcome back here, thanks again for everything.
Bob / Fran
Bob / Fran
(Excellent
)
25 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Gino) for host
Fran and Bob are absolutely awesome! They have to be some of the most kind and welcoming people I have ever met, staying with them was just like being at home and they are extremely fun to be with. I had an absolute blast! It was a privilege to stay with you guys and I hope to see you again soon! Thanks!
4 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Branden)
Branden was without doubt one of the hardest working guys we have had to stay with us, it was hard sometimes to keep up with him as he finished tasks so quickly. He is a pleasant and friendly guy who joined in with our friends whatever we were doing.
(Excellent
)
4 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Branden) for host
I stayed with Robert and Francesco in the summer of 2013. It was my first workaway experience and they were fantastic hosts. Francesco's cooking was amazing and they were just great people to get to know. I would highly suggest staying with these two if you are ever in the region.
2 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Jenny & Graham (legs))
Jenny and "Legs" were a great couple to host who fitted in straight away and happily joined in with everything that was going on. They were diligent workers and worked really well as a team.
They will always be welcome to return and we hope to see them again in the spring. Grazie mille Jenny e "Legs" we miss you already !!!!
They will always be welcome to return and we hope to see them again in the spring. Grazie mille Jenny e "Legs" we miss you already !!!!
(Excellent
)
1 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Jenny & Graham (legs)) for host
A huge thank you to Bob and Francesco ( and to many of their friends too!) for a fabulous stay. It was brief but fun and we really wished we could have stayed longer! The work was fun too and the rewards in the terms of our accommodation and food were amazing! This is a busy, social house with some crazy pets and many laughs.... You haven't seen… read more
9 Sep 2013
Left by Workawayer (Job) for host
My first workaway experience, and what a great place to stay.
Never thought I would be so comfortable in a new invoirment, all thanks to two lovely people how take great care of their guests.
I really enjoyed being part of their dailly Italian live.
The only think I can say to them is; Grazie mille mille mille mille
Never thought I would be so comfortable in a new invoirment, all thanks to two lovely people how take great care of their guests.
I really enjoyed being part of their dailly Italian live.
The only think I can say to them is; Grazie mille mille mille mille
7 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Job)
We cannot speak too highly of Job's time with us, he was the perfect workawayer, a very hard worker, a lovely sociable personality, easy to feed and a pleasure to have in our home. He will always be welcome to visit us again. Our grounds have never looked so neat and tidy as when he was with us, thanks so much Job.
Fran and Bob.
Fran and Bob.
(Excellent
)
12 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (franespino)
It was an absolute pleasure to have Francisco staying with us, he is a wonderful ambassador for Mexico and has changed our views of his country entirely. He was a very willing worker and has helped transform our grounds to a very high standard.
He joined in easily with our social life and our friends and even cooked a traditional Mexican meal… read more
He joined in easily with our social life and our friends and even cooked a traditional Mexican meal… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Jul 2013
Left by Workawayer (franespino) for host
It was my first workaway experience ever and I feel the luckiest workawayer because I got to share this with such kind and wonderful people as Franceso and Bob... I can't thank them enough for have given the opportunity to "work" with them and let me be part of their family, which also includes Findus, Margo and some days also Persi.
This… read more
This… read more
26 Jun 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew)
Andrew was a perfect workaway guest, totally flexible and happy to eat whatever was put on his plate. He is very sociable and easily mixed in with our friends.
The website he designed and built for us is exactly what we wanted and has since been highly praised by many of our friends.
He (and his lovely girlfriend Kristen) are very welcome to… read more
The website he designed and built for us is exactly what we wanted and has since been highly praised by many of our friends.
He (and his lovely girlfriend Kristen) are very welcome to… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Jun 2013
Left by Workawayer (Andrew) for host
I spent just over 2 weeks with Bob and Francesco. They were both wonderful hosts. My experience with them felt more like being welcomed into a family than going to a "job". I was invited on at least 4 dinner parties with their friends and Francesco also took me to the beach one day.
Francesco is a superb cook (I looked forward to my meals… read more
Francesco is a superb cook (I looked forward to my meals… read more
17 May 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (iciclevan)
Tom was a very pleasant and willing worker who has a nice personality that enabled us to enjoy a good working relationship and a good social interaction. His excellent standard of fluency in the Italian language was an added bonus to his time with us.
(Excellent
)
12 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (iciclevan) for host
I had a wonderful time with Bob and Francesco!
I could not have asked for two more gracious hosts.
My only regret is that the weather prevented me from helping out. more than I did.
I hope to see them again later in the year.
I could not have asked for two more gracious hosts.
My only regret is that the weather prevented me from helping out. more than I did.
I hope to see them again later in the year.
2 May 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Helen)
I had great feelings about Helen since the first day she contacted me on here. A very positive, friendly, generous and genuine person . Helen was a very reliable volunteer a quick learner and we all miss her very much !
We worked hard outdoors and had fun in the kitchen making fresh pasta and much more . She always had an interest in good foods… read more
We worked hard outdoors and had fun in the kitchen making fresh pasta and much more . She always had an interest in good foods… read more
(Excellent
)
2 May 2013
Left by Workawayer (Helen) for host
I had a really wonderful week with Francesco and Robert. They were warm and super hospitable hosts and I hope to see them in NZ as soon as they've won the lottery. (Fingers crossed)
I stayed in a beautiful loft room in the attic and was treated to so much delicious food. Francesco was eager to show me local sights like the Basilica in… read more
I stayed in a beautiful loft room in the attic and was treated to so much delicious food. Francesco was eager to show me local sights like the Basilica in… read more
15 Apr 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)
Matt is a hardworking flexible guy who settled into our environment as soon as he arrived, he was easy to cater for as he liked everything that we like and was very good company. He entertained us with his violin and would be more than welcome to return again in the future.
(Excellent
)
14 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host
Certainly my most luxurious work away experience :D Amazing food, company, house, scenery and of course who could forget about the animals! I enjoyed my time there very much and sincerely hope that I can return there and spend some time with Francesco, Bob and their friends again. Good luck with the rest of the pruning!
10 Apr 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)
Mike was a wonderful introduction to our first ever workaway experience, he was a hard worker, totally flexible and having a personality that allowed us to have an instant rapport, which meant a very enjoyable time for us all. We would not hesitate to welcome him (and his guitar) back to our home.
(Excellent
)
9 Apr 2013
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
Workawaying with Francesco and Bob was an absolutely incredible experience, and I can't recommend them as hosts highly enough. As soon as I arrived I was made to feel at home, which wasn't hard considering they have a beautiful house in some of the most picturesque landscape I've ever seen.
The work was mostly olive pruning, an easy enough job… read more
The work was mostly olive pruning, an easy enough job… read more
