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Come and help us creating a vibrant vegetable garden, pruning trees, collecting wood, making chestnut flour, looking after donkeys, cooks also welcome, all with a view to make this place more and more self-sufficient for the transient community who pass through here year after year. If you would like to be part of our adventure just sign up - we need help most of the year and there are always a minimum of three or four volunteers sharing our space in the yurt or in individual tents. This is particularly suited to volunteers aged 25 years or over as we confer a lot of responsibility on volunteers and ... and we are not getting any younger ourselves ...
We work for three hours each morning in a stress-free environment, the rest of the time is yours to enjoy the mountains, scenery, walking & nearby villages. If you want to take the full weekend off to travel and see other parts of Tuscany you can. Artists, carpenters, engineers, and visionaries particularly welcome to develop this wild woodland into a cool living space. MUSICIANS of course always popular we sing many evenings around the fire. A piano tuner is needed too, although we know this is a long shot. Colm is learning Russian, and anxious to practise in the form of a language exchange if you want to learn English or Italian.
In exchange for your help you will have a space in our 6-metre diameter yurt sharing with a maximum of four other people. If the yurt is booked especially in summer time there are a two-man and three-man Bell tents tents available for volunteers. Our own chestnut flour pancake breakfast and super healthy dinners are included. You will have access to our outdoor kitchen, compost loos, sheltered recreational areas including sauna and solar heated outdoor showers. For lunch you are responsible for your own shopping bill and can avail of our local mobile supermarket which turns up once a week, or walk to Castiglione, Pieve or Chiozza for provisions.
There is a house-sitting option too available for anyone interested in spending a while in our area, the house is available to live in in exchange for a few hour's help per week, would suit couple or anyone self sufficient / anyone looking to buy land or a house in the area.
The camp is located at 700 metres above sea level in the mountains, in a chestnut and hazel grove, 300 metres from the nearest point reachable by car, with abundant wildlife, sunshine and shade, and more recently ten hens, three roosters, two donkeys and two larger-than-life dogs. Recently we have opened a small campsite for the summer months, all proceeds of which go towards maintaining the volunteer community programme here.
Hope to see you soon,
Colm
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Prática de idiomas
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Construção/faça você mesmo
Cuidar de animais
Ajuda em fazenda
Cuidar de crianças/atividades criativas
Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
Ajuda com computadores/internet
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
You will most likely meet people from all over the world. English is the normal language of day to day usage, but Prunecchio is also a good place to practice your Italian as we are very much integrated into the local community, and very few people in the area speak English.
Projetos que envolvem crianças
Este projeto pode envolver crianças. Para mais informações, veja aqui nossas diretrizes e dicas.
Ajuda
Over the past twelve years I have restored three stone buildings and created a campsite in the forest with the help of our own volunteers, so have experience in a range of construction skills, forestry, permaculture, growing vegetables, cooking for many people and creating an open, communal and friendly environment for our community. You can have a look at our project on workaway at the link below . I am also a musician and try to get sessions going whenever there are other musical souls about.
Idiomas
Idiomas
Inglês: Fluente
Espanhol: Fluente
Irish: Fluente
Italiano: Fluente
Francês: Intermediário
Russo: InicianteEste anfitrião oferece intercâmbio de idiomas
I am trying to learn Russian, and can do an exchange or teach English, Italian or Spanish if anyone is interested.
Acomodação
Depending on the time of year accommodation is either in a spacious yurt sharing with max four others, with plenty of communal living areas both sheltered and outdoors, or in your own provided tent.
Mais alguns detalhes
Acesso à internet
Acesso à internet limitado
Temos mascotes
Somos fumantes
Pode hospedar famílias
Espaço para estacionar campervans
Este anfitrião pode fornecer espaço para vans.
Quantos Workawayers pode acomodar?
Mais de 2
Horas previstas
18 (max 25 hours/week) max 5 days a week
Nº de ref. de anfitrião: 184691945185
Comentário (106)
3 abr. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sonia & Aloïs)
Sonja is a skilled, talented, patient worker, she works with grace and artistry and completed everything she started. We started noticing improvements to the campsite day by day and knew that 'Sonja Was Here'. It was a pleasure sharing this space with her for three weeks, she gave a lot to our community and was great craic. We wish her the very… read more
(Excelente
)
3 abr. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sonia & Aloïs) para o anfitrião
I spent 3 wonderful weeks here, surrounded by people who warmed my heart. All the volunteers were very kind to each other ( Love U guys )
Colm is always ready to share beautiful moments around a good meal (by the way, he is an excellent cook) and a good fire.
At the campsite, I felt free to express myself, to add my own little personal touches… read more
Colm is always ready to share beautiful moments around a good meal (by the way, he is an excellent cook) and a good fire.
At the campsite, I felt free to express myself, to add my own little personal touches… read more
31 mar. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Pauline Thirza)
A great volunteer and a super member of our community, Thirza was everywhere, shoring up tasks, cleaning, creating nice spaces, no job was too hard or too long for her, we miss her now that she is gone, highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
31 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Pauline Thirza) para o anfitrião
Staying there for a month has been my second WorkAway experience and I feel no reservation in recommending this project to truly anyone! The full range of the work, the lovely fellow volunteers, the inspiring host, the beautiful nature, and the unmatched food made for such a wonderful experience! My work consisted mostly of raking leaves down a… read more
7 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Işınsu) para o anfitrião
Colm was my first experience with this app and I'm glad it was. Having done volunteer work before, I can say with peace of mind that it is almost impossible to find a host as helpful and understanding as Colm. I looked forward to our big dinners, fine wine, and games every day of my stay, and now I miss it like crazy. This place taught me a lot… read more
6 mar. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Işınsu)
A wonderful volunteer and a super person, creative, industrious, witty and funny Ishy was the heart and soul here for her three weeks here. We were mainly doing outdoor work, reclaiming and rejuvenating an abandoned forest, and Ishy was up for absolutely any task. Highly recommended for a position in any community, voluntary or otherwise.
(Excelente
)
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3 abr. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sonia & Aloïs)
Sonja is a skilled, talented, patient worker, she works with grace and artistry and completed everything she started. We started noticing improvements to the campsite day by day and knew that 'Sonja Was Here'. It was a pleasure sharing this space with her for three weeks, she gave a lot to our community and was great craic. We wish her the very… read more
(Excelente
)
3 abr. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sonia & Aloïs) para o anfitrião
I spent 3 wonderful weeks here, surrounded by people who warmed my heart. All the volunteers were very kind to each other ( Love U guys )
Colm is always ready to share beautiful moments around a good meal (by the way, he is an excellent cook) and a good fire.
At the campsite, I felt free to express myself, to add my own little personal touches… read more
Colm is always ready to share beautiful moments around a good meal (by the way, he is an excellent cook) and a good fire.
At the campsite, I felt free to express myself, to add my own little personal touches… read more
31 mar. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Pauline Thirza)
A great volunteer and a super member of our community, Thirza was everywhere, shoring up tasks, cleaning, creating nice spaces, no job was too hard or too long for her, we miss her now that she is gone, highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
31 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Pauline Thirza) para o anfitrião
Staying there for a month has been my second WorkAway experience and I feel no reservation in recommending this project to truly anyone! The full range of the work, the lovely fellow volunteers, the inspiring host, the beautiful nature, and the unmatched food made for such a wonderful experience! My work consisted mostly of raking leaves down a… read more
7 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Işınsu) para o anfitrião
Colm was my first experience with this app and I'm glad it was. Having done volunteer work before, I can say with peace of mind that it is almost impossible to find a host as helpful and understanding as Colm. I looked forward to our big dinners, fine wine, and games every day of my stay, and now I miss it like crazy. This place taught me a lot… read more
6 mar. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Işınsu)
A wonderful volunteer and a super person, creative, industrious, witty and funny Ishy was the heart and soul here for her three weeks here. We were mainly doing outdoor work, reclaiming and rejuvenating an abandoned forest, and Ishy was up for absolutely any task. Highly recommended for a position in any community, voluntary or otherwise.
(Excelente
)
4 mar. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mustafa)
A great person and a vital member of our community for a month, Moustafa was up for any task and completed everything he started responsibly and well. He makes everyone around him feel good with fun, lightness and respect and we all miss him now that he has gone.
(Excelente
)
3 mar. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mustafa) para o anfitrião
This was my first WorkAway experience, luckily at this place
The work is multi-faceted and stress-free - Colm is a great communicative leader and is very natural when it comes to setting a suitable working pace.
My favorite was all our memorable dinners throughout my 4-week stay - singing and having fun around the table. We were a great variety… read more
The work is multi-faceted and stress-free - Colm is a great communicative leader and is very natural when it comes to setting a suitable working pace.
My favorite was all our memorable dinners throughout my 4-week stay - singing and having fun around the table. We were a great variety… read more
28 fev. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Karishma)
Such a lovely person and active member of our community for almost a month Karishma was the heart and soul here, helping out at any task, both physical and virtual. She kept us all laughing with her stories and comedy, we are poorer in her absence. I can highly recommend her in any community situation, voluntary or otherwise.
(Excelente
)
28 fev. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Karishma) para o anfitrião
Worth to experience maintaining the land and trees. Learnt about healthy trees and clearing the land for chestnut collection later. Chestnut pancakes by Colm were cherry on the top. Colm cooks dinner for the volunteers too, had great food through out the day. Learnt about the Italian cuisine. Thank you Colm for creating such a lovely place… read more
25 fev. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Dalva & Marnie)
Super cool volunteer!!!! Dalva tore into every task including the most physical ones, with gusto and with responsibilty, concluding everything she started, in any weather, and with commitment and good will. There was nothing she wouldn't take on, is very strong and also precise in her work, I can highly recommend her for any outdoor work anywhere… read more
(Excelente
)
18 fev. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Dalva & Marnie) para o anfitrião
Lola and I spend a fullfiling month here, you built a really warm welcoming place among those beautiful mountains. I will miss the dinners at your place, with your delicious cooking, your riddles, your stories, the games and your songs (especially the last one 🌙).
Thank you Colm for everything, I hope to come back soon. 🍀
Thank you Colm for everything, I hope to come back soon. 🍀
15 fev. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Leon & Valeria)
Amazing people, hands on, genuine, responsible helpers I could have left them in charge, Leon and Valeria were up for any task and had some interesting suggestions for new projects too. They became the heart and soul of the community here and we have asked them to come back at any time that suits them. I can thoroughly recommend them in any… read more
(Excelente
)
15 fev. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Leon & Valeria) para o anfitrião
We love this place! This is one of the best Workaways we've been to. It was well organised and it was made very clear what work we had to do. We worked 3 hours a day, usually in the morning but we were free to work autonomously and so could wake up later if we wanted to as long as we did the 3 hours. We ate tasty chestnut pancakes for breakfast… read more
3 jan. 2024
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lucas)
A great guy and a wonderful helper. Lucas has good skills over a wide range of areas from gardening, landscaping and almost anything in construction. He can help on his own or in a group, has great initiative and gets things done. Any community would be lucky to have him, voluntary or otherwise. Great fun too around the fire with his humour and… read more
(Excelente
)
1 jan. 2024
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sabrina & Daniel) para o anfitrião
We stayed for over a month at the place and had a fantastic time! We got to know and love all of the animals while we were there. We stayed in the Saloon, which was great! It stayed warmer when it was cold, and cool when it was warm! If you got a fire going in the stove, the whole room would stay nice and toasty! There is a nice bathroom below… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jennifer)
Jennifer is a super positive person, a great worker and a WONDERFUL cook. Some of her baking is the best we have ever tasted, and she was so generous with her time and experience. Any community would be luck to have her and we wish her the very best and hope she comes back.
(Excelente
)
12 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jennifer) para o anfitrião
Had such a great time at the place i! Colm was super awesome! Got there just in time to start collecting chestnuts! I miss those pancakes!!
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Tanguy & Marie)
Tanguy and Marie are a super cool couple and we were very luck to have them for three weeks last autumn. They both equally took to any tasks we asked of them with gusto and aplomb, and saw things through until the end. Any community, voluntary or otherwise would be lucky to have them, we miss them and hope they come back soon on their travels. PS… read more
(Excelente
)
10 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Tanguy & Marie) para o anfitrião
What's the craic ?! We started our trip through Italy by coming here and spending a bit more than two weeks there. And what an amazing experience ! Colm has created a place that is as peaceful as it is inspiring.
We were here at a busy time : chestnut picking season ! And even though we were lots of people (workawayers and U.S students), Colm… read more
We were here at a busy time : chestnut picking season ! And even though we were lots of people (workawayers and U.S students), Colm… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Gabriel)
Gabriel is what I would call a professional volunteer. He has a rake of experience in almost every field, and took to all tasks here with gusto, initiative, responsiblity and pride. Any project would be lucky to have Gabriel in their community, and I haven't even mentioned his guitar playing (any Radiohead tune you want), riddle solving and… read more
(Excelente
)
30 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Gabriel) para o anfitrião
I've been workawaying for a year and this has been one if the best workaways I've been to. Colm is super attentionate to your needs and comfort, and makes sure everything runs smoothly for everyone. We were here during chestnut season, can highly recommend, even with a few days of rain we still had a wonderful time. I'll be back there for sure,… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mauricio Alejandro )
A truely great person, it was wonderful having Mauricio around for three weeks last autumn. He is entertaining, interesting, kind and considerate, and was the heart and soul of everything. He was up for any task we asked of him and worked well on his own initiative too. We wish him the very best on his cycle around the world and hope he comes back.
(Excelente
)
30 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mauricio Alejandro ) para o anfitrião
Colm es una persona incredible, un alma super buena e interesante, increíblemente amable comunica todo muy bien, habla un monton de idiomas y toca la guitarra muy bien, el trabajo fue increíble unos dias recogiendo castañas y los otros en el jardín fue para mi una gran experiencia, incluido compartir con 2 grupos de jovenes americanos y otros… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Eimear)
One of the best volunteers we ever had, despite her young years Eimear showed creativity, experience and gusto in any task we asked of her. She is extremely capable, responsible and enthusiastic. She became the centre of our community immediately, is great craic and can sing a song or two aswell. She left a gaping hole when she moved on, and we… read more
(Excelente
)
21 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Eimear) para o anfitrião
Colm is the most kind, caring and welcoming host - thank you so much for the most amazing two weeks!
Nestled in the trees, up in the mountains, this place is a peaceful haven immersed in nature. Days at the camp melted away so quickly, chestnut picking, feeding the lovely dogs, donkeys, chickens and cat, gardening and spending time with new… read more
Nestled in the trees, up in the mountains, this place is a peaceful haven immersed in nature. Days at the camp melted away so quickly, chestnut picking, feeding the lovely dogs, donkeys, chickens and cat, gardening and spending time with new… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Anne-Sophie)
What a person, and what a volunteer! Anso became an essential part of our community for the duration of her stay. She was up to any task, is extremely versatile and skilled, and we missed her so much when she left. We hope she comes back and wish her the very best. Highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
14 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Anne-Sophie) para o anfitrião
If you've read any other feedback you should already know that this workaway is a place that is hard to dislike! I spent 3 lovely weeks at the place. Our days always started with delicious chestnut flour pancakes, after which we could usually decide on our own what we wanted to work on. While I was there in September, work ranged from animal care,… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Amy)
A super cool lady and a great volunteer, Amy was more than capable of completing any task we asked of her and became a vital part of our community for the duration of her stay. Highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
11 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Amy) para o anfitrião
My experience here lived up to the hype created by other Workawayer's reviews: the campsite is in an incredibly beautiful location; Colm is the friendliest, most welcoming host (and makes excellent dinners); the work hours/ expectations are very reasonable; and I've thought longingly about chestnut pancakes everyday since I've left. I'm really… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maurizio)
A great helper! Maurizio was super all around getting involved with all sorts of projects - highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
6 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maurizio) para o anfitrião
Prima esperienza workaway, non poteva capitarmi niente di meglio. Colm è fantastico, sempre gentile e disponibile, e in più questo è un posto unico, un'oasi di pace immersa in un bosco da favola.
Perfezione.
Perfezione.
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Roni)
Roni is a wonderful person and an excellent volulnteer. No task we asked of her was too long or too hard and she saw through everything she started with gusto and enthusiasm. She was a great member of our community, we hope she comes back and wish her the very best.
(Excelente
)
5 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Roni) para o anfitrião
I am so happy that I had the privilege of staying with Colm in my first Workaway. Colm's place is amazing. I found a group of good and interesting people there, of different ages (some of them my age, which is not easy to find it turns out). Colm was so kind and caring from the moment I arrived and he welcomed me with open arms even though I was… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sebastian)
Sebastian is a great person and a super volunteer. He took to any task we suggested with gusto and used his considerable experience to see things through. He blended so well into our community here I have no hesitation in recommending him to any community, voluntary or otherwise.
(Excelente
)
4 out. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sebastian) para o anfitrião
Sorry for the late feedback! I haven't had much elbows-on-desk admin time during the summer.
My time at Colm's place was really good! I got an incredibly good impression of Italy after spending time here. I have always been more of a seaside person, but I fell in love with the Tuscan Mountains.
Colm's hospitality was great. Work was 3 hours/day… read more
My time at Colm's place was really good! I got an incredibly good impression of Italy after spending time here. I have always been more of a seaside person, but I fell in love with the Tuscan Mountains.
Colm's hospitality was great. Work was 3 hours/day… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Anna)
A simply wonderful volunteer and a great person to have in any community. Anna was an integral part of our project for the three weeks she stayed with us, going about all sorts of physical tasks in her own quiet, diligent and responsible way. We all missed her when she left and hope that she comes back. Highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
26 set. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Anna) para o anfitrião
I spent 3 weeks with Colm and the other volunteers in beautiful place!
It was my first workaway experience and I have to say I couldn't have chosen a better place for it! Colm's welcoming and appreciative manner made me immediately feel at home!
The place is a natural paradise in the middle of the chestnut and hazelnut forest and you can see in… read more
It was my first workaway experience and I have to say I couldn't have chosen a better place for it! Colm's welcoming and appreciative manner made me immediately feel at home!
The place is a natural paradise in the middle of the chestnut and hazelnut forest and you can see in… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Temeni)
An absolute gem of a volunteer we loved having Tem here, she took to all tasks with gusto bringing her own considerable experience to Paladni. Tem is interesting, great fun and was an integral part of our community for the duration of her stay. I can highly recommend her in any postion, voluntary or otherwise and wish her the very best.
(Excelente
)
6 set. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Temeni) para o anfitrião
I stayed with Colm for two weeks and had a wonderful experience. I loved so many aspects of my stay, the 'wild' energy of the land and the kindness of the people. I stayed in a yurt with several other workawayers and found it to be very cosy and comfortable.
We worked for three hours in the morning doing basic tasks of keeping the kitcken clean… read more
We worked for three hours in the morning doing basic tasks of keeping the kitcken clean… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Patricia)
A super super volunteer Patricia took to any task we asked of her with gusto, is responsible, does everything with grace and diligence, and was great fun to be around. I can highly recommend her for any community project voluntary or otherwise, we hope that she comes back and we wish her the very best.
(Excelente
)
4 set. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Patricia) para o anfitrião
where do I even begin? I had the privilege of spending three unforgettable weeks there, and it was a blast!
First off, the location – it's like stumbling upon the Garden of Eden in the middle of an Italian Chestnut forest. You wake up to the aroma of Chestnut-Pancakes – trust me, it's as good as it sounds. Colm's Porcini Risotto is THE best- I'd… read more
First off, the location – it's like stumbling upon the Garden of Eden in the middle of an Italian Chestnut forest. You wake up to the aroma of Chestnut-Pancakes – trust me, it's as good as it sounds. Colm's Porcini Risotto is THE best- I'd… read more
28 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Rona)
Simply one of the best volunteers we have had here, Rona was up to any task and chose to develop our veg garden, a task she did diligently and continuously over her time here. She is physically strong, knows so much about cultivation and many other areas, was great fun to be around and has interesting views on the world. We all missed her when she… read more
(Excelente
)
9 set. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Rona) para o anfitrião
best workaway so far!!
this was my first workaway in Europe and I feel so lucky that I got to experience it so close to nature and with great company and work.
I got to spend 2 wonderful weeks at Colm's mostly working in the garden.
I was basically given a free hand with everything to do with the garden and I really connected with her and miss… read more
this was my first workaway in Europe and I feel so lucky that I got to experience it so close to nature and with great company and work.
I got to spend 2 wonderful weeks at Colm's mostly working in the garden.
I was basically given a free hand with everything to do with the garden and I really connected with her and miss… read more
27 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Kiana)
Kiana is a super cool solo traveler who came here and offered so so much in terms of work, conversation, energy and fun. A well travelled woman with a great world view she fit in super well to our community here and we all missed her when she left. I can highly recommend her in any position in any community voluntary or otherwise and hope she… read more
(Excelente
)
7 ago. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kiana) para o anfitrião
I read all the positive feedbacks here, and I felt I need to go to this place and I am so happy that I did! I think beside the beauty of nature around you, Colm’s presence and character is what makes this place so special. He is so sweet and kind with so many talents. He knows how to connect with each volunteer and make them feel comfortable. He… read more
27 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Gabriela)
Gabriela is a wonderful worker and a great person to be around. She was up for any task here and got on mightily with all the other volunteers in our community. I can highly recommend her in any capacity in any community and we hope that she comes back to visit one day.
(Excelente
)
4 ago. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Gabriela) para o anfitrião
It is very hard to describe my experience in here. I am deeply moved. I was supposed to stay 2 weeks and was welcomed to stay 10 days more. Colm is the warmest, kindest host I could ever imagine (and excellent cook!!!) and massive inspiration. Working together and with other volunteers, having dinners together, language exchanges, deep… read more
27 dez. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mykhailo)
A wonderful person and a great volunteer, Mykhailo was the heart and soul of our community for three great weeks. He is a natural entertainer and a really great worker, and we all missed him so much when he left. Wherever Mykhailo is will be a happy place, I can strongly recommend him for any position, voluntary or otherwise, and in any community… read more
(Excelente
)
22 nov. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mykhailo) para o anfitrião
This place became my home: when you feel safe, joy, freedom to express and be. Thanks to Colm who is doing a great mission creating such a place for people to gather, share, sing and learn together!
I am enormously grateful to Colm for this chapter of my life. Hope to get
back!
Go raibh maith agat❤️
I am enormously grateful to Colm for this chapter of my life. Hope to get
back!
Go raibh maith agat❤️
9 set. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Judit)
What a wonderful volunteer. Judit was everywhere doing so many things on her own initiative. She also followed instruction very well for technical stuff, and is a very responsible worker. The place was always clean and cheerful when she was around. Judit bonded immediately with everyone in our small community and was inspirational to everyone… read more
(Excelente
)
31 ago. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Judit) para o anfitrião
Well... I don't know for which part start.
Since the beginning I felt at home from Colm with his great personality, open arms, good chef and of course wonderful artist, the voluntaries and guests, until every part of the place; the nature and the animals.
I remember my first day working, I started cleaning the shits of the donkeys and I was… read more
Since the beginning I felt at home from Colm with his great personality, open arms, good chef and of course wonderful artist, the voluntaries and guests, until every part of the place; the nature and the animals.
I remember my first day working, I started cleaning the shits of the donkeys and I was… read more
1 jul. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Azaria)
A great worker and a wonderful person to have had in our community - Azaria is diligent, responsible, unafraid of any task big, small, dirty or physical. She is fun, sociable and I can highly recommend her in any community situation.
(Excelente
)
1 jul. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Azaria) para o anfitrião
I spent two weeks, and they flew by too quickly. Colm is a very kind and relaxed host, who always takes the time to welcome all of his guests.
All of the work and expectations are very clearly explained on his profile too. I hope to return in the future, and see how the site has evolved!
All of the work and expectations are very clearly explained on his profile too. I hope to return in the future, and see how the site has evolved!
1 jul. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (milenajohanna)
Milena is a wonderful worker, conscientious, diligent and reliable. As a member of our community she was entertaining, kind, inclusive, friendly, interesting. I cannot recommend her highly enough for any community situation and we hope that she comes back.
(Excelente
)
5 jun. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (milenajohanna) para o anfitrião
I left here this morning after two magical weeks at this beautiful forrest fortress and will remember the place and the people I got to meet there warmly for the rest of my life.
This was my second workaway experience and it definetely changed my perception of it, for the better. I have not once felt taken advantage of, much rather do I feel… read more
This was my second workaway experience and it definetely changed my perception of it, for the better. I have not once felt taken advantage of, much rather do I feel… read more
25 jun. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (John & Joanna)
What a team! John and Jo practically ran our community here in the mountains for the month they were here. Their skills and experience were invaluable, particularly in the veg garden, they have a great work ethic, things ran so smoothly when they were here, the kitchen always clean, animals happy, they were the heart and soul of our camp space. We… read more
(Excelente
)
21 jun. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (John & Joanna) para o anfitrião
We spent a magical 3.5 weeks here.
We were instantly struck with the kindness that oozes here. Colm was a welcoming and relaxed host who always gave us clear instructions of what the work involved and helped to create a kind and fun community with other workawayers.
It was a brilliant introduction into community living and living in a holistic… read more
We were instantly struck with the kindness that oozes here. Colm was a welcoming and relaxed host who always gave us clear instructions of what the work involved and helped to create a kind and fun community with other workawayers.
It was a brilliant introduction into community living and living in a holistic… read more
25 jun. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Zahra & Claire)
Cannot say enough good things about this volunteer, kind, generous, calm, a conscientious and meticulous worker, Zahra brought joy to our community for five weeks. There was no task she was not up for and was the heart and soul of our community when here. We miss her so much now that she has left and hope that she comes back soon.
(Excelente
)
24 jun. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Zahra & Claire) para o anfitrião
Colm is certified to be the sweetest chestnut of them all.
I cherish the five weeks I spent here.
Colm has crafted a joyful, freeing, open, nourishing and creative space.
This is nestled within an incredibly beautiful forest with the possibility of many hikes and watching the sunset over Garfagnana. The people in the local villages are very kind… read more
I cherish the five weeks I spent here.
Colm has crafted a joyful, freeing, open, nourishing and creative space.
This is nestled within an incredibly beautiful forest with the possibility of many hikes and watching the sunset over Garfagnana. The people in the local villages are very kind… read more
18 mai. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (smileyAlex)
From the moment she arrived Alex immediatly became an integral part of our community, with work, with duties, at meal times, around the campfire. She is a diligent, responsible and meticulous worker and we felt we could entrust her with any task no matter how big or how important. We all miss her since she left and really hope she comes back. I… read more
(Excelente
)
18 mai. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (smileyAlex) para o anfitrião
Thank you very much for everything Colm!!🙌
It was an amazing stay in a beautiful, calming & natural place🫶
The work is rewarding & it's only around 3 hours per day😊 Colms food is fantastic, he cooks like a pro, the pancakes made my morning & the best thing are the people!!🥰 Prepare yourself to laugh, sing, play & talk at the campfire with a lot of… read more
It was an amazing stay in a beautiful, calming & natural place🫶
The work is rewarding & it's only around 3 hours per day😊 Colms food is fantastic, he cooks like a pro, the pancakes made my morning & the best thing are the people!!🥰 Prepare yourself to laugh, sing, play & talk at the campfire with a lot of… read more
18 mai. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Flavie)
A wonderful worker and a really great person to have around a community, Flavie blended in effortlessly with everyone here and we all miss her now that she has gone. She is responsible with her duties and I can fully recommend her for any workaway situation and in any community.
(Excelente
)
17 mai. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Flavie) para o anfitrião
One of the best experience of my life with such a beautiful group ! I wish I've stayed longer there. The work was only three hours per day so it wasn't too difficult and Colm, the owner, was very comprehensive, full of energy and projet so it's very motivating.
I will forever remember the night time next to the fireplace where we shared songs,… read more
I will forever remember the night time next to the fireplace where we shared songs,… read more
6 mai. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mihaela)
A great volunteer, Mihaela did not stay long so we didn't get to know her so well, but she was up for any task, caplable and responsinle, and was always bright and cheerful - a wonderful addition to our community.
(Excelente
)
6 mai. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mihaela) para o anfitrião
This place was my first work away and sadly I stayed only for a short time, but it was one of the nicest experiences I've ever had. 💚
The place itself is welcoming and interesting, Colm tries to make everybody feel comfortable, the work was not hard, the vibe of people there was exciting and loving and the animals that live there are the gentlest… read more
The place itself is welcoming and interesting, Colm tries to make everybody feel comfortable, the work was not hard, the vibe of people there was exciting and loving and the animals that live there are the gentlest… read more
27 abr. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Claire)
Claire was at the heart of our community for the duration of her month at the place, and was central to everything we did work wise and play wise, entertaining us with her soft strumming on the guitar around the fire, singing us her own songs, looking after everyone, being kind to everyone - we are all so sorry now that she has gone, wish her the… read more
(Excelente
)
27 abr. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Claire) para o anfitrião
This set me free, I never knew what that meant before I went, so I suppose you should go there and see. Hehe. THANK YOU COLM, I LOVE YOU 💃😌🌌 5 days later and I’m still on a bit of a high as you can see 🌟 good luck ! 🎶
22 abr. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Ina)
Ina is a gem, a rare find, and anywhere she goes will be lucky to have her. She is talented, entertaining, kind and has a great work ethic - she was the heart and soul of our community for the duration of her stay here. There was literally nothing she could or would not do, and was will to have a crack at jobs completely new to her. I can… read more
(Excelente
)
17 abr. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Ina) para o anfitrião
I don't know if I can find the right words to describe the wonderful experience I had here. I loved every minute of my stay and extended it as much as possible. Eversince I left the place I miss all of it.
Like others said in their feedback - if you consider going, just go! You won't regret it.
The work is really easy and so fair as Colm just… read more
Like others said in their feedback - if you consider going, just go! You won't regret it.
The work is really easy and so fair as Colm just… read more
22 abr. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Emma)
This amazing volunteer gave literally everything for her short two weeks here - cleaning from the day she arrived to the morning she left, she was up for any task we asked of her, and was an inspiration to all of us here. Emma brought maturity and wisdom to our project, as well as a good deal of common sense, and was the heart of our community… read more
(Excelente
)
22 abr. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Emma) para o anfitrião
Don't even think about it - just message Colm!
Words can't even describe this workaway, it has been an incredible experience and I am very grateful to Colm for letting me be part of his family even for such a short amount of time!
I don't really know where to start -
I felt at home from the moment I arrived, strangers became friends very… read more
Words can't even describe this workaway, it has been an incredible experience and I am very grateful to Colm for letting me be part of his family even for such a short amount of time!
I don't really know where to start -
I felt at home from the moment I arrived, strangers became friends very… read more
24 mar. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Poh)
Poh is a great worker and wonderful person. Always interesting to talk to she made great friends here. We asked her to rake some leaves and boy did she rake - the forest has never looked so good. Highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
23 mar. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Poh) para o anfitrião
Thank you Colm, I am forever grateful to you for having your place as my first workaway. Colm is the kindest and most supportive host, always making sure that you feel comfortable with what you're working on. It is a magical place—Colm is a musician and his music and songs are the biggest treat in the evenings and around campfires. Colm is a great… read more
23 mar. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Fredda)
Fredda was a breath of fresh air in the place i a really wonderful person and central to our community from her very first day. She was happy to do any tasks no matter how long or how physical and completed everything she started. In spite of her name which means 'cold' in Italian, she is a lovely warm person and when she left everyone missed her.… read more
(Excelente
)
23 mar. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Fredda) para o anfitrião
Dear Paladin Community,
A place where people sing, dance, laugh and let creativity flow.
It was wonderful to see all the love that was put into the place.
You have the opportunity to experience life in the mountains and enjoy nature.
There are many projects you can get involved in and leave a piece of Pala, in Dini.
Thank you very much Colm for… read more
A place where people sing, dance, laugh and let creativity flow.
It was wonderful to see all the love that was put into the place.
You have the opportunity to experience life in the mountains and enjoy nature.
There are many projects you can get involved in and leave a piece of Pala, in Dini.
Thank you very much Colm for… read more
6 fev. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lilian)
An amazing volunteer who threw herself, her energy and her honesty into everything going on here. Lillian was all over the place and no task was too tough, too dirty or too long-lasting for her. She completed everything she started and will hopefully come back to start some more.
She was also at the heart of the community here and has left a… read more
She was also at the heart of the community here and has left a… read more
(Excelente
)
6 fev. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lilian) para o anfitrião
Three beautiful, intense weeks there! To all the other workawayers reading this: Just go! :) You'll have a fantastic time, I promise. Lovely people, delicious meals, easy and rewarding work, great music and beautiful mountains surrounding you.
Thanks a lot Colm! For all the craic, lovely dinners, the trust, playing good tunes and letting me dance… read more
Thanks a lot Colm! For all the craic, lovely dinners, the trust, playing good tunes and letting me dance… read more
21 jan. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Demétrio)
Demetrio is a wonderful volunteer and was a great person to have in our community for the past month. He was the heart and soul of everything going on here, and took to every task with great gusto. He also happens to be very handy, and soon all over the place we were noticing improvements here and there - creative and artisitic work, large scale… read more
(Excelente
)
20 jan. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Demétrio) para o anfitrião
Well... I don't really know where to start, but here we go. Here I want to thank my new friend Colm a lot... I spent two months in this magical place " there I made many friends with different people, and friendships with the animals too... Nuvola, Rocco, Quicha, the sheep, the donkeys and chickens. hehehe Colm is that host who makes people feel… read more
19 jan. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Vanwonterghem)
Manon came for a few days but settled in here so well that we didn't let her go and in the end she stayed almost a month. She is a great person, a wonderful volunteer, always spotting things that needed doing, the place has never been so clean as when she was here. I felt able to leave the place in her hands for ten days, so she looked after the… read more
(Excelente
)
18 jan. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Vanwonterghem) para o anfitrião
This experience was amazing. I was suppose to stay there 10 days, and I stayed 3 weeks... Like a lot of volonteers I guess. It Was difficult to leave this beautifull place.
You will meet a lot of people from all over the world.
Colm, the owner, make you feel directly at home. I allready miss you, you, the animals, this beautifull mountains.. i was… read more
You will meet a lot of people from all over the world.
Colm, the owner, make you feel directly at home. I allready miss you, you, the animals, this beautifull mountains.. i was… read more
15 jan. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Pierina )
A great person and a wonderful volunteer, so reliable and responsible, when I was away for two weeks, I came back and found the place in perfect condition with big improvements everywhere. Pierina would be a valuable member of any community in any situation - highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
14 jan. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Pierina ) para o anfitrião
My time was amazing... I have been 1 month with Colom and others volunteers. I really enjoy our time together and help him with the camping, about care animals, clean and work picking chestnuts to make flour. Colm it's lovely and he tries all time to make you feel like home. I am grateful for this beautiful experience!!!
6 jan. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mateusz)
A great volunteer, plenty of initiative, great ideas, gets things done in his own time, skilled with anything, works well alone, a wonderful cook - an ideal volunteer!
(Excelente
)
6 jan. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mateusz) para o anfitrião
This was my home for 4 months where at the beginning I didn't plan to stay that much. I have met a lot of people and new amazing friends. There is always something happening. It's a place where you can find peace, fun, new friends and yourself.
You can be who you are (thanks to Colm).
Colm, I want to thank you very much for your hospitality and… read more
You can be who you are (thanks to Colm).
Colm, I want to thank you very much for your hospitality and… read more
16 dez. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Rebecca)
Great person, wonderful volunteer, talented, open to any tasks, was able to fix furniture or anything really that was broken, generous with her time, great spirited volunteer, highly recommended in any community or volunteer situation.
(Excelente
)
16 dez. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Rebecca) para o anfitrião
This place is amazing! Colm is a very kind and generous host and also an amazing cook! I spent about 5 weeks here and loved every minute of it with some fantastic people. Really nice to get back into nature and the basics, while learning some new skills. Will definitely be back!
16 dez. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Phoebe )
Phoebe is a wonderful volunteer and was a great presence at the place for the two months of her stay here. She fit into our small community effortlessly and has been ever since the heart and soul of the place, kind, welcoming, great fun and of course a super worker. Phoebe was working mostly with chestnuts but did so much more that we didn't even… read more
(Excelente
)
15 dez. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Phoebe ) para o anfitrião
I cannot recommend this Workaway enough! I came to help with the chestnut season expecting to stay 10 days which turned into 2 months because I fell in love with the place. We would collect chestnuts for 3 hours a day 6 days a week and the rest of the time was free for us to explore the incredible area around us. If you want to feel connected to… read more
25 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Anaïs )
A great volunteer who conributed so much in a calm, organised manner. Anais helped us with multiple tasks on the farm, and also was inspirational in designing our new logo and helping us get off the ground in digital marketing. Highly recommended in any capacity as a wonderful volunteer.
(Excelente
)
25 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Anaïs ) para o anfitrião
Thank you Colm for creating this beautiful place ! I feel lucky to have had this opportunity. Each morning started with the delicious chestnuts pancakes and fresh eggs, followed by 3 hours of work and the rest of the day is yours. In the evening, you will have the chance to eat Colm's delicious food followed by a riddle or a fun game night.
I was… read more
I was… read more
16 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Alisa)
What a super wonderful volunteer and amazing person, heart and soul of our community for three weeks. Alisa did everything we asked of her and much more, always ready and happy to learn new skills, she looked after our animals with a heart and a half, cleared spaces on the farm, collected chestnuts, tidied up, did general maintenance and was a… read more
(Excelente
)
15 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Alisa) para o anfitrião
had such an amazing time here, i feel like every person who would chose to stay will feel like this place has a healing power - living close to nature, be surrounded by this amazing community but also to find a place to connect with yourself .
this was my first workaway expperience abd i couldn't ask for a better one:)
this was my first workaway expperience abd i couldn't ask for a better one:)
8 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Esme)
An amazing person full of energy and ideas, Esme was the heart and soul of our community for three weeks. She is resourceful, has a great attitude to work, is a great singer and entertained us all in the evenings with her music and games. She would be a valuable member in any community and a great volunteer in any situation. I cannot recommend her… read more
(Excelente
)
6 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Esme) para o anfitrião
I'm not sure I'll ever be able to give justice to this place in words, but Colm - you have created something so magnificent. I feel I am mourning the loss, even though I only left 3 days ago (and am already plotting my return in Spring...). The dogs are the sweetest you'll ever encounter - I'm not quite sure how to live my life without Nuvola &… read more
7 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Stella)
A truly wonderful person, Stella immediately became a vibrant and vital member of our small community, always offering of herself, always nearby to lend a hand and do much more than what we asked of her. Stella was here during our chestnut harvesting season and did mostly that, but did it longer than anyone else showing persistence and tenacity.… read more
(Excelente
)
6 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Stella) para o anfitrião
i don't even know what to say. I arrived without expectations and left with so much, to explain it would become repetitive and inaccurate in words. It became a home within my travels, a place to breath and just be. it's cheesy to say but the dynamic felt very familial and I left with not just decent connections but genuine friendship. There's a… read more
3 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jesse)
What a guy and what a worker! Jesse stepped effortlessly into life, assuming roles of responsibility almost immediately and becoming a popular member of the gang. He went above and beyond what we asked of him in terms of work, and was always at hand to help with food prep and washing up after meals. Jesse was working in the vegetable garden,… read more
(Excelente
)
2 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jesse) para o anfitrião
This was my first workaway experience, and I have to say it will not be my last. I have never done an experience like this before, traveling by myself, and was nervous as I approached the property. Within minutes that all went away, as Colm was extremely welcoming and accommodating. Giovanni, one of the more permanent residences, was a real… read more
1 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Naomi)
This wonderful helper was everywhere - fulfilling everything we asked of her but doing much much more all of the time. She assumed the running of our small farm and the donkeys and sheep have never been happier, never better fed, not once did they escape during Naomi's tenure here. Naomi stepped into our community with such ease it is a shock to… read more
(Excelente
)
1 nov. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Naomi) para o anfitrião
I had the most amazing experience here, what a truly special place! I'm still suffering a case of the blues! I can only reiterate the absolute truth of what everyone before me has already said, it will always be a place held very close to my heart.
Colm is one of the purest and best people I have ever met, he radiates good vibes and warmth and… read more
Colm is one of the purest and best people I have ever met, he radiates good vibes and warmth and… read more
1 nov. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Skylar)
A beautiful person, a super worker, Skylar turned her hand to everything we asked of her and more. She threw herself into every task with a heart and a half, and was always offering to help out in other areas such as food prep in the kitchen and general day to day maintenance of our farm. Skylar very quickly became a vital member of our community… read more
(Excelente
)
31 out. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Skylar) para o anfitrião
I genuinely could not have asked for a better experience for my first workaway. I write this review with an overflowing heart, having just left the place after two weeks of heaven. As many others have said in their reviews, this place has a special way of instantly making you feel at home. Colm is an incredibly kind, welcoming, down to earth,… read more
25 out. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Olivia & Kristan)
A wonderful person to have around any community, Olivia was the heart and soul of this place for two weeks. She oozes positive energy, whether at work, in the kitchen, down time, busy times, we all really miss her.
Olivia happens to be one of the most talented musicians who has passed through here and is an up and coming artiste in the music… read more
Olivia happens to be one of the most talented musicians who has passed through here and is an up and coming artiste in the music… read more
(Excelente
)
25 out. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Olivia & Kristan) para o anfitrião
Writing this on the train with a very heavy heart, but full of gratitude for the past 2 weeks I spent at the place. It feels like home from the moment you arrive, thanks to the beautiful natural surroundings and, of course, the wonderful Colm! The work was fair and meditative - collecting chestnuts, and the rest of the day we had to ourselves. It… read more
23 out. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Angèle & Thomas )
Wonderful people, resourceful, loads of experience in the fields of permaculture, growing veg, construction and much more, great fun all the time, they have a great vision of the world and make everyone around them feel good. Ideal volunteers in any situation we hope they come back. Cannot recommend Thomas and Angele highly enough.
(Excelente
)
23 set. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Alyssa & Kat) para o anfitrião
We stayed with Colm a while back but it was a great experience, really the ideal Workaway situation. The work we did was gratifying and the food Colm made was delicious. It felt very symbiotic being here and the party he threw with his friends was great! He’s incredibly kind and ingratiating. He made us feel at home and we especially loved playing… read more
5 set. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Alejandra)
This wonderful volunteer brought joy, fun and plenty of industry here - she settled in so well and was up for any task and more. People still talk about her influence here and we hope she comes back soon.
(Excelente
)
16 ago. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Alejandra) para o anfitrião
I was in search of nature and this was a blessing for me!
The people welcomed me very well 🍃
I could see the love in every part of this project, the work was very easy and I could still have time to keep enjoying the environment!
I loved the open shower, the river near and the meditation spot 🍃
the garden inspired me to improve my cooking… read more
The people welcomed me very well 🍃
I could see the love in every part of this project, the work was very easy and I could still have time to keep enjoying the environment!
I loved the open shower, the river near and the meditation spot 🍃
the garden inspired me to improve my cooking… read more
5 abr. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lauren)
A wonderful volunteer and a super person. Lauren is ultra responsible and we immediately felt we could trust her with any task all around the place. There was nothing she was afraid to take on, and saw each job through like a professional. She was also a vibrant member of our community and we all miss her now she is gone. An ideal volunteer in… read more
(Excelente
)
4 abr. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lauren) para o anfitrião
I stayed there for two weeks because friends had recommended it, and I am so grateful they did! Colm and his family are some of the kindest and most welcoming people I have ever met. Colm lets you know what tasks need to be done, and also encourages you to find a creative or practical task to do - which I appreciated it. He is also willing to take… read more
19 jan. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Omaima)
A wonderful person and super volunteer, Omaima was up for ANY task, she is talented with animals, and has a wealth of experience from the many workaways that she has done - including working with the land, with wood, clearing and general maintenance. There seemed to be nothing she could not do, and we were able to leave our farm completely in her… read more
(Excelente
)
19 jan. 2022
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Omaima) para o anfitrião
This is a magical place with a great energy. I've had so much fun there and Colm is a great host, he really cares about volunteers and has a great taste in music and great guitar skills. During my stay there, the main task was to sort out chestnuts which may sound like a boring job but actually we had a lot of fun. The yurt is big and warm and the… read more
2 jan. 2022
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Catarina)
Caterina is a wonderful person and an ideal volunteer. She threw herself into working on our chestnut harvesting, looking after animals, cooking, general maintenance and so much more. She was so generous with her time and energy on our project, and immediately became a core and vibrant member of our community. She sings and plays wonderfully, and… read more
(Excelente
)
29 dez. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Casey) para o anfitrião
What a magical place this really is. I will never forget my short 2 weeks here. Colm is a very welcoming and open person and I couldn't be more thankful for the experiences he enabled myself and the other volunteers to have. There are many lessons and songs to be learned, memories and friends to be made, and stories to be told. It was an honor to… read more
28 nov. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Rachelle)
A wonderful volunteer. Rachel arrived at a tricky time at - showers not always hot, experimenting with alternative ways of washing dishes, dry compost toilet - in fact alternative ways of living outdoors - and she adapted to everything very quickly. She was up for any task and became a vital and vibrant member of our community very quickly. We all… read more
(Excelente
)
28 nov. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Rachelle) para o anfitrião
I was traveling for a very long time so my feedback came a little bit later than expected…
It was really the best place to start my journey. I had the opportunity to spend 3,5 weeks here and it has been simply magical! What a beautiful place is !! Colm was the best host I had in my whole journey through Italy. He is a warm and sincere host and… read more
It was really the best place to start my journey. I had the opportunity to spend 3,5 weeks here and it has been simply magical! What a beautiful place is !! Colm was the best host I had in my whole journey through Italy. He is a warm and sincere host and… read more
27 nov. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Kateryna)
Super wonderful person and volunteer, up for any task, a pleasure to have around the place, positive, energetic, we miss her now that she has left. To be recommended in any position, voluntary or otherwise. A great addition to any community.
(Excelente
)
27 nov. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kateryna) para o anfitrião
What a magical place ! ❤️
it was my first workaway experience and I think I choose the most beautiful place and amazing host.
we were working around 3 hours per day helping with animals (which was a pleasure to me :)
Colm is a very kind and thoughtful person. He is a great cook, every day we were enjoying the meals he cooked for us.( Thank you… read more
it was my first workaway experience and I think I choose the most beautiful place and amazing host.
we were working around 3 hours per day helping with animals (which was a pleasure to me :)
Colm is a very kind and thoughtful person. He is a great cook, every day we were enjoying the meals he cooked for us.( Thank you… read more
9 nov. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Gabrielle )
Stunning person and absolutely wonderful volunteer. Ellie was everywhere making sure was running smoothly, animals happy and making everyone at ease. She is a pure joy, her laughter infectious, a super team person and an inspiration for us all. I can 100% recommend her in any situation, voluntary or otherwise, and look forward to her return.
(Excelente
)
9 nov. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Gabrielle ) para o anfitrião
The most amazing life changing experience. I was planning on staying a less than a month and ended up staying over 5 week’s.
I helped out with the animals and picking chestnuts during October which was great fun. Spent some time in the bell tents which was lovely and extremely spacious.
Everything about this place is amazing I cannot fault… read more
I helped out with the animals and picking chestnuts during October which was great fun. Spent some time in the bell tents which was lovely and extremely spacious.
Everything about this place is amazing I cannot fault… read more
5 nov. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sarah) para o anfitrião
Such a lovely place in the middle of nature and mountains. There is a really good atmosphere with people from many different nationalities, all amazing people. In the evening, you can enjoy listening to volunteers, Colm’ sons, as well as Colm himself playing music. During autumn, it’s chestnut season, the work is mainly picking chestnuts for 3… read more
31 out. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Liz) para o anfitrião
My month at the place was incredible! I had been there to camp in summer, and HAD to come back as volunteer! the people, the music, the nature, it's been an unforgettable experience. My time there has helped me get clarity on what my next chapter will look like and I couldn't be more grateful. My dog has also had an amazing time and even he has… read more
29 out. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Giulia) para o anfitrião
Thanks Colm, thanks to everyone for helping to make these days special.
It is an experience that I will always carry in my heart!
I recommend this to everyone.
See you soon,
Giulia
It is an experience that I will always carry in my heart!
I recommend this to everyone.
See you soon,
Giulia
19 out. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (LeandaLilly)
Wonderful, lively, inclusive person who was the heart and soul of this place for two weeks. Leah is inspirational in how she goes about work, integrating with people, involving everyone, so quickly becoming a vital part of our community that we all miss her so much now she has gone.
An ideal volunteer in every way.
An ideal volunteer in every way.
(Excelente
)
18 out. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (LeandaLilly) para o anfitrião
All I can do is really agree with whatever has been said by the people before me. This was a sanctuary for me, up in the hills of Garfagnana, shielded under chestnut trees. A place of tranquility and then also quite the opposite lively and filled with laughter and song. It's what you want to make out of your experience here. Colm and his family… read more
14 out. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Chrysa & Amaury ) para o anfitrião
Beautiful chestnut forest in the heart of Tuscany. My stay there was a little bit more than four weeks and I enjoyed every bit of it, even the busiest days of August.
Colm is a very welcoming person and very fun to be around. He will entertain you with music (limited repertoire but oh well he is very talented!), feed you with fresh veggies and… read more
Colm is a very welcoming person and very fun to be around. He will entertain you with music (limited repertoire but oh well he is very talented!), feed you with fresh veggies and… read more
16 set. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Charlotte)
Wonderful volunteer, up for any task whatsoever, reliable, pleasant, great working with people, running a kitchen, doing physical chores around the farm. I cannot recommend Charlotte highly enough. A great person and super volunteer.
(Excelente
)
10 set. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Charlotte) para o anfitrião
I stayed at Colm's place in August for 2 1/2 weeks. And what interesting weeks those were. The description actually fits the reality. During my stay I met many different people. "Guests" usually don't just stay by themselves engage in daily conversations, activities and of course in the nightly singing at the camp fire (and how wonderful was that… read more
9 set. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mo)
What a wonderful person, and one of the best volunteers we have ever had. Mo apparently loves every kind of work, and took to all tasks with gusto, skill and enthusiasm, leaving nothing undone or unfinished. She has super initiative and is very capable and responsible, I would be happy leaving our permaculture farm in her hands. Highly recommended… read more
(Excelente
)
8 set. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Svenia)
'They don't call her Sunny for nothin'!
What a super lovely person and great hands on volunteer. There was nothing that Sunny would not turn her hand to here and she soon became the heart and soul of our small community. Sunny is bright, cheerful, practical, innovative and helpful. We could leave her with any task and it would be completed, and… read more
What a super lovely person and great hands on volunteer. There was nothing that Sunny would not turn her hand to here and she soon became the heart and soul of our small community. Sunny is bright, cheerful, practical, innovative and helpful. We could leave her with any task and it would be completed, and… read more
(Excelente
)
7 set. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Svenia) para o anfitrião
where should I begin? It was an indescribably beautiful time in every way.
As soon as you reach the top of the hill and take the path here, you realise that you are getting closer to a paradise with every step. You can hear people laughing, singing, making music.
The people are incredibly nice and the landscape is breathtaking. Colm has made a… read more
As soon as you reach the top of the hill and take the path here, you realise that you are getting closer to a paradise with every step. You can hear people laughing, singing, making music.
The people are incredibly nice and the landscape is breathtaking. Colm has made a… read more
17 ago. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Umut) para o anfitrião
This place was home to me for two weeks. It’s been a wonderful experience and I would love to stay more if I had more time. Colm, his lovely family, all the volunteers and campers are amazing people and I feel so lucky to meet them. Waking up early and finding Colm’s porridge or pancakes will be something I’ll be missing.
The campsite has been… read more
The campsite has been… read more
19 jul. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Julia)
Julia is a complete volunteer, the real deal, a real pro. She practically ran our permaculture farm for a month, introducing ideas, planting, rescuing our soil, harvesting wild flowers for medicinal use, making suggestion after suggestion for the smoother running of our little community. She is talented and skilled all round, and her legacies here… read more
(Excelente
)
17 jul. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Julia) para o anfitrião
This is a wonderful volunteer experience. Most likely you will want to stay longer than planned. :) The work is plenty but the comradery is spectacular, as you are really one of the family when you volunteer here.
The environment is a very rich nature and you can really connect and enjoy Mother Earth and feel her taking care of you while you are… read more
The environment is a very rich nature and you can really connect and enjoy Mother Earth and feel her taking care of you while you are… read more
18 jul. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Matsy)
Matsy is a talented and creative volunteer who took tasks on alone, including rigging up our lighting system for the central areas. He is a handy man and is not afraid of any task, big or small, physically demanding or delicate. He got on with everyone around and was a valuable member of our community for a month. We hope he comes back.
(Excelente
)
17 jul. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Matsy) para o anfitrião
Colm's campsite is a magical place in the middle of the woods with a relaxed-positive-bohemian vibe.
You will be living in the nature, so, if you are an outdoor perso this place is definitelly for you.
The athmosphere is relaxed and there are many projects you can work on or start one of your own. As a volunteer you can choose what to work on… read more
You will be living in the nature, so, if you are an outdoor perso this place is definitelly for you.
The athmosphere is relaxed and there are many projects you can work on or start one of your own. As a volunteer you can choose what to work on… read more
15 jul. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maria)
Absolutely wonderful volunteer and person, responsible, with great initiative, Maria immediately became an integral part of our community. I can highly recommend her in any position, volutary or otherwise, and we hope she comes back.
(Excelente
)
13 jul. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maria) para o anfitrião
This project has been my home for a bit. Leaving the world outside and live in a fairy tale where everything was magic.
Waking up every morning, taking care of the sheeps and helping to construct a tree house. The freedom that Colm leave us make u feel confortoble and give more chance to your creatity to comes out.
It has been my home, my family… read more
Waking up every morning, taking care of the sheeps and helping to construct a tree house. The freedom that Colm leave us make u feel confortoble and give more chance to your creatity to comes out.
It has been my home, my family… read more
10 jul. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Benji)
Wonderful volunteer with great initiative, work ethic, Benji was everywhere around the campsite and became an integral part of our community from the word go. I can highly recommend him in any working situation, volunteering or otherwise, and we hope he comes back to the place soon.
(Excelente
)
10 jul. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Benji) para o anfitrião
Just spent a month at the place this June and what an incredible experience it was.... The haven Colm has created welcomes everyone and you can feel that the moment you arrive there. Colm is super friendly and considerate, allowing you to create your own routine at the camp and choose your work depending on what suits you best. The camp itself is… read more
29 mar. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Fadi) para o anfitrião
It was wondrful experince for me ,I stayed for one week due to the lack dawon, I wished to stay longer
the palce is magical I can be happy without anything
Colom was very respectful in work and treatement , culture change experience was very good for me because it was the first time to Live with rish people closely and see how they see life.
The… read more
the palce is magical I can be happy without anything
Colom was very respectful in work and treatement , culture change experience was very good for me because it was the first time to Live with rish people closely and see how they see life.
The… read more
8 mar. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Elsa)
Elsa is a wonderful person and superb volunteer. She was up for any task and was super obliging in every respect. She brought her experience with animals and showed us how really to milk our sheep.
Thoroughly recommended in any volunteering situation.
Thoroughly recommended in any volunteering situation.
(Excelente
)
7 mar. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Elsa) para o anfitrião
I just left and I already miss it. The place is beautiful and people so welcoming. Actually, it's not that I felt welcome, it's more that I felt home. Colm is a really nice person and so are his friends and family.
When you start your day, Colm usually asks you what work you want to do. If you help him, he always explain nicely to you and let you… read more
When you start your day, Colm usually asks you what work you want to do. If you help him, he always explain nicely to you and let you… read more
16 jan. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jeanne) para o anfitrião
Oh, where to begin?
Trying to keep it short: Two months I have stayed in this paradise-like place Colm has created. He enchants you with music, stories and leaves you to do the tasks you feel most comfortable with. Now with sheep, lambs and donkeys it has so much to offer. Weather you want to care for animals, build or maintain, plow or work on… read more
Trying to keep it short: Two months I have stayed in this paradise-like place Colm has created. He enchants you with music, stories and leaves you to do the tasks you feel most comfortable with. Now with sheep, lambs and donkeys it has so much to offer. Weather you want to care for animals, build or maintain, plow or work on… read more
29 dez. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jeanne)
Jeanne lent a hand for two months this winter. She is an exceptional volunteer, turning her hand to hundreds of jobs both big and small, and doing her fair share of cooking which was greatly appreciated by our little community. She is intuitive, skilled, works well both alone and with a team, and ended up taking over a whole series of important… read more
(Excelente
)
29 dez. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Leonardo & Rhiannon)
Super guy who blended effortlessly into our small community and lent his hand to everything that was going on. Great musician he could be a comedian too if he puts his mind to it - left a big gap when he left I hope he will be back.
(Excelente
)
20 dez. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Leonardo & Rhiannon) para o anfitrião
There's no way to describe this project but if I had to I'd say is a fantasy world. Colm is a Great person and a wonderful host, if you are willing to work he'll let you choose your own project to improve the place. Other Than Colm I was Extremely lucky to find a wonderful group of volounteers to share this Amazing experience with. It has been a… read more
30 nov. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Elinor) para o anfitrião
I came to the place originally for only 2 weeks and ended up staying for 3 and a half months I loved it so much. Colm is so kind, genuine, welcoming and easy going. The atmosphere that he created throughout the changing seasons always felt like home, for campers and volunteers alike. The work was always interesting and I learnt so many new skills… read more
30 nov. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Elinor)
An amazing volunteer and a wonderful person, Elinor soon took on the running of our camp site during our busy summer season. She is a super people person and comes highly recommended for any job in hospitality. Elinor managed to get on with everyone over her three months working with us and became an indispensable member of our team. She also has… read more
(Excelente
)
17 nov. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Louis)
Wonderful and enthusiastic young volunteer who was up for any task and became a great member of our community for a couple of weeks. Louis built a cider press, built a fence and helped with the chestnut drying procedure here. I can highly recommend him in any volunteering situation and in any community.
(Excelente
)
16 nov. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Louis) para o anfitrião
Well
I spent two weeks with Colm and the other volunteers and I can't wait to go back. Unfortunately, my stay was cut short by about a month due to lockdowns etc. but I won't be away for long.
The team of volunteers I was with were fantastic, couldn't have asked for a better group. We were all living together in the yurt (probably the best… read more
I spent two weeks with Colm and the other volunteers and I can't wait to go back. Unfortunately, my stay was cut short by about a month due to lockdowns etc. but I won't be away for long.
The team of volunteers I was with were fantastic, couldn't have asked for a better group. We were all living together in the yurt (probably the best… read more
5 nov. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Martin)
Wonderful volunteer who was up for any task and a very pleasant and welcome addition to our community. Highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
5 nov. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Martin) para o anfitrião
Thank you for this luvvely experience, Colm.
Days here start off with the ring off the breakfast bell and the two borings (Colm's donkeys) making noise, few hours of work and some eggs from the hens for lunch.
After that you have a lot of time for yourself - if it is hiking and roaming through the forest or just spend some time with the other… read more
Days here start off with the ring off the breakfast bell and the two borings (Colm's donkeys) making noise, few hours of work and some eggs from the hens for lunch.
After that you have a lot of time for yourself - if it is hiking and roaming through the forest or just spend some time with the other… read more
30 out. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Amelie)
Super volunteer and super cook. Amelie was up for any task and went about things here with dedication and imagination. She was a vital part of our small community and we all miss her. We were picking chestnuts for the duration of her stay with us but she offered so much more, particularly in the kitchen. Highly recommended.
(Excelente
)
29 out. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Amelie) para o anfitrião
As autumn leaves fall all around -
they make a blanket on the ground -
when winter winds begin to blow -
The roots are safe from the freezing snow.
The place is already full of colorful leaves, a cozy bed for the chestnuts we where picking. There is always a fire burning for heating our cold noses and toes. And a loud and lovely “good morning… read more
they make a blanket on the ground -
when winter winds begin to blow -
The roots are safe from the freezing snow.
The place is already full of colorful leaves, a cozy bed for the chestnuts we where picking. There is always a fire burning for heating our cold noses and toes. And a loud and lovely “good morning… read more
25 out. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Julian) para o anfitrião
This place is amazing!!! I felt from the beginning very welcomed and really comfortable. It is located in a wonderful hill in the toskany, far away from trouble. Colm is such a nice person and a very good cook, musician, guy, friend... He has a wonderful and lovely place. I enjouyed the stay at this stressfree place and the wonderful people.… read more
2 out. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Laura) para o anfitrião
Magic was found here! (Pun intended.)
This was my first workaway experience, back in July, been thinking about it ever since. I spent 3 weeks with Colm, his lovely family, the volunteers and the family's friends. For 2 weeks also teenagers have been around - an English camp was going on for Italian students, so part of the work was engaging in… read more
This was my first workaway experience, back in July, been thinking about it ever since. I spent 3 weeks with Colm, his lovely family, the volunteers and the family's friends. For 2 weeks also teenagers have been around - an English camp was going on for Italian students, so part of the work was engaging in… read more
27 jun. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Triswah) para o anfitrião
This place will always hold a special place in my heart, even more so the people that have dreamed, created and made it what it is. Colm and the gang are kind, caring, fun, inclusive and are a truly unique family. I have Irish ancestry and planned a little pilgrimage to the homeland whilst in Europe from Australia however through a strange twist… read more
30 mai. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (William) para o anfitrião
Hi Colm!
I stayed with you way back in 2014 I believe. I spent 2 weeks or 1 month at your place. It was one of the biggest highlights of my year travelling around the world. Beyond the engaging work of weeding, clearing, and cleaning the land; I enjoyed the evening meals and music sessions. This was where I fell in love with Radiohead :)
We… read more
I stayed with you way back in 2014 I believe. I spent 2 weeks or 1 month at your place. It was one of the biggest highlights of my year travelling around the world. Beyond the engaging work of weeding, clearing, and cleaning the land; I enjoyed the evening meals and music sessions. This was where I fell in love with Radiohead :)
We… read more
27 nov. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maria Virginia & Silvia) para o anfitrião
As the days went by I understood those thousands of positive messages I had read during the search!
I have done many workaway experiences and this is the first in which I have felt the true value of this exchange.
Colm welcomes you with a warm hug, from the first minute he treats you with love and kindness that make you feel at home.
He does his… read more
I have done many workaway experiences and this is the first in which I have felt the true value of this exchange.
Colm welcomes you with a warm hug, from the first minute he treats you with love and kindness that make you feel at home.
He does his… read more
12 nov. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (TAMARA) para o anfitrião
That was my first workaway experience and I can't imagine better. Colm is so kind and generous and his family is lovely. That is the best place to feel the nature. Colm is amazing chef his food is great, love the wine and cheese and chestnuts. Even we have a lot of raining days we have a great time making chestnuts and music nights with all… read more
7 out. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Julia_Mini_French) para o anfitrião
The four weeks I spend in the camping with Colm and all the volunteers was an amazing and unexpected experience. This place is a buble in time and space. A beautiful forest, various fresh food, good wine, beautiful music and interesting people, isn't it the definition of hapiness ?
I found answers here, I'll be back for sure because I left a part… read more
I found answers here, I'll be back for sure because I left a part… read more
5 out. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Julia_Mini_French)
Julia is an amazing volunteer. She is inventive, responsible and hardworking. No job was too physical and when things were busy she just found work. She is a very positive person and blended effortlessly into our community from day one, and we all miss her still. Julia is hardy and can climb any tree in the forest. She would be an asset in any… read more
(Excelente
)
5 out. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Clémence)
Clemence is an absolutely wonderful person. From the first day when she hiked up the mountain from the train station carrying a cake for us all, to the very end of her month here she was the heart and soul of our community. She is creative, proactive and hardworking, unafraid of any task however physical. During our music festival prep she was… read more
(Excelente
)
2 out. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Clémence) para o anfitrião
I was very lucky to be here. This is the best experience I have ever had. Colm created a place where you feel at home and where you can meet amazing people with unique stories. Thanks for everything. See you soon!
22 mar. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Simon)
Simon came and lent a hand at Prunecchio for three weeks last winter. He is a very capable worker, intuitive, creative and very responsible. We were raking leaves, restoring an old stone building, heaving stuff around and lots of general labouring and there was no task Simon was afraid to take on.
He is also a pleasure to have around, regaling us… read more
He is also a pleasure to have around, regaling us… read more
(Excelente
)
11 jan. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Simon) para o anfitrião
This place is completely stunning, and the people are completely fun. Coming here was great because I had just spent time volunteering at a place that wasn't so good - and this place showed me how it is really meant to be. I in fact never felt like simply a 'volunteer; here, but like a real person who happened to be volunteering, which when you… read more
6 jan. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Margaret & Maggie)
Super worker and a great person Margaret was up for any task and was a positive force both out in the fields and around the house. With work she is clever and proactive and was able to form fast friendships with everyone in our community. She would be welcome back here any time.
(Excelente
)
26 dez. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Margaret & Maggie) para o anfitrião
Good people, good home. The work varies, combining both creativity and manual labor. The food was nutritious and plentiful. I was also fortunate to be with other energetic and kind workawayers/friends, making the already lively atmosphere, even more festive. I would recommend. Have fun (just at your own risk;) !
6 jan. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Yuji)
What a great guy. Stayed barely over a week but was everywhere around the camp site getting stuck into all sorts of manual labour. Even found time to do a pioneer trip up into the high mountains for a sleep out under the stars. Highly recommended and great fun.
(Excelente
)
5 jan. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Yuji) para o anfitrião
Long overdue feedback but here at last!! I had a great opportunity to stay with Colm last October, and I can't express how fantastic it was. Although I was only there for the week, he has an incredible energy to him, someone you aspire to become and it reflects on his fantastic family and friends which I had the lucky chance to meet. I got to… read more
19 dez. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Daria)
Dasha was a wonderful volunteer. She was up for any task no matter how physically demanding and saw everything through to completion. We were restoring a barn and she showed great common sense in dealing with all aspects of construction. In the house she was a great presence, the heart and soul of our little transient community. The house was… read more
(Excelente
)
4 dez. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Daria) para o anfitrião
This place is hard to get and impossible to leave.. I left a peace of my heart there.. It is one of the most beautiful and magical places in the world! Colm is one of the greatest in the world! His energy is incredible. The work for me was super interesting because it was connected with renovation and eco ways. I was so inspired there! And I could… read more
24 nov. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Anna)
Anna volunteered for us for two weeks at Prunecchio last October: what a worker and what a great person she was up for any task light or heavy, threw her weight into everything that needed doing and was a wonderful presence in the home all of the time. She has plenty of 'cop-on' and is ultra responsible.
And her cooking skills: never have we had… read more
And her cooking skills: never have we had… read more
(Excelente
)
8 nov. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Anna) para o anfitrião
Colm was kind enough to take me as a last minute host in October, and I am so grateful he did. I had the most wonderful, rejuvenating time at his home in the mountains. Colm is a warm and generous host, and the work exchange was extremely fair and very rewarding. I was lucky enough to be there at the same time as his visiting family, who were a… read more
24 nov. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jake)
Jake stayed with us for two weeks in October. Boy what a worker! We were digging down through earth and rock for the most part, in preparation for building an earthen floor. This guy would never stop and wouldn't leave until the job was done.
He is great company and has a wealth of experience through other voluntary work he has done and due to his… read more
He is great company and has a wealth of experience through other voluntary work he has done and due to his… read more
(Excelente
)
15 nov. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jake) para o anfitrião
This place is brilliant!
I stayed here for 2 weeks from early to mid October and I really had a GREAT time all round.
I'd been travelling to get here from Austria, so I'd actually stayed the night before in the relatively nearby city of La Spezia, then set off early in the morning to catch a train to Castelnuovo De Garfagnala. From there, it's… read more
I stayed here for 2 weeks from early to mid October and I really had a GREAT time all round.
I'd been travelling to get here from Austria, so I'd actually stayed the night before in the relatively nearby city of La Spezia, then set off early in the morning to catch a train to Castelnuovo De Garfagnala. From there, it's… read more
6 set. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Monika) para o anfitrião
This was my first Workaway experience and it was simply great - exactly how I imagined it. The area is wonderful, nice and quiet - if you love nature, mountains, woods you'll love this place. Having a morning coffee on the terrace with the stunning view of the mountains - unforgettable.
Our job was physical but I enjoyed it a lot. We helped… read more
Our job was physical but I enjoyed it a lot. We helped… read more
10 mai. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jennifer)
Jenny is simply wonderful - both as volunteer and as person. She took on any task and made sure to see it through each time. Life and soul of our community for her three. weeks with us, she came back to bake bread for 100 people at our festival. I cannot recommend her warmly enough and wish her the very best in her onward travels.
(Excelente
)
10 mai. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Jennifer) para o anfitrião
Wow, what an experience! I don't know where to begin, but I'll start by saying that for me, this really was a perfect project. As we were prepping for a festival there were many jobs on the go, from trench-digging for a solar powered shower, to shifting wood, raking leaves and making cob to build a compost toilet. It was incredibly rewarding to… read more
17 nov. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kira) para o anfitrião
This was one of the most amazing times in my life. I have met so many lovely people, especially Colm (the "owner") was so welcoming and warm, I could not feel other than home and comfortable. It felt like family, he cooked for us, the work was partly exhausting and I loved it. He would have never told me what to do, if I didn't like it. He created… read more
28 out. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Howie)
Howie is a very friendly and easy-going guy who took to any task that was suggested and was not afraid to get dirty, wet or tired. He would fit in well in any volunteering situation and with any community. Recommended!
(Excelente
)
28 out. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Howie) para o anfitrião
I spent two weeks volunteering with Colm. It was my first workaway experience which I found really wholesome and rewarding! Colm was very welcoming and had a range of jobs to be done. I was clearing the forest, chopping wood, preparing a 17th century cottage for refurbishing and making a sign for the campsite. There are great walks down the valley… read more
16 out. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Marta)
Marta is a super cool woman who was not afraid of any task, physical, long, outdoors, indoors - she is very easy to get along with we had lots of chats out on the terrace in the evenings (am now updated on the difference between Catalunya, Basque Country and Spain!) She is welcome back any time and I know she will come. She left an artistic legacy… read more
(Excelente
)
16 out. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Marta) para o anfitrião
Greatest experience ever!
The house and the area of Garfagnana are just beautiful. Amazing views, magic forests and many treks to the nearest villages and surroundings. The work in the forest/campsite is pleasant and enjoyable and the atmosphere unbeatable. There was a nice group of volunteers sharing the time with me, and Colm is such a nice… read more
The house and the area of Garfagnana are just beautiful. Amazing views, magic forests and many treks to the nearest villages and surroundings. The work in the forest/campsite is pleasant and enjoyable and the atmosphere unbeatable. There was a nice group of volunteers sharing the time with me, and Colm is such a nice… read more
14 out. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Katarzyna) para o anfitrião
My experience in Colm's place was definitely great! All work is a physical outdoor stuff which helps you to disconnect from stress, thoughts, rush and to learn new things as it was in my case :) Areas of Garfagnana are simply wonderful with amazing nature, stunning views, virgin forests which make this place absolutely unique. Colm as a host is… read more
12 abr. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Benjamin)
Ben is a great worker and very easy to get along with. He put in extra hours when the going was tough and really made certain projects possible for us. The album would never have been mastered without his expertise, and the floor for the yurt needed all of his expertise and good will. A very easy going guy he would fit into any volunteer… read more
(Excelente
)
11 abr. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Benjamin) para o anfitrião
What a amazing place to have my first Workaway experience! The hosts Colm and family are super cool people, I felt welcomed and at home as soon as a got there, with great music, wine and company I couldn't ask for more. Prunecchio and the surrounding area is a very spacial and beautiful place, I have taken away many great memories from the walks,… read more
10 abr. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lara) para o anfitrião
I had a wonderful 3 weeks here in March, and I was lucky enough to have the company of some lovely volunteers too. Colm and the family are really nice people, and all excellent cooks! I immediately felt welcome and comfortable in their home. It really was such a happy time and I'm so glad it happened
13 mar. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Myriam)
Myriam lent a hand for two weeks in February. She is great fun and a super worker, taking to any task like a duck to water. Even in our inclement winter weather she never minded spending four hours with shovels and spades in the rain. I can recommend her for any volunteering position.
(Muito Bom
)
6 mar. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Myriam) para o anfitrião
I had two great weeks with Colm and the family! As you said when we first arrived, never a dull moment! I arrived in houses filled with lovely people. The house was filled with music. If it was not for Colm or his sons, it was one of the workawayers who found a guitar, piano or was singing around. Colm and the sons are great chefs! Despite the… read more
12 fev. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Mailinda & Johanna)
Melinda and Johana were great helpers who took to any task we asked of them - cheerful and helpful around the house they come highly recommended. Their English is excellent and can teach this as well as German. Very positive people.
Colm
Colm
(Excelente
)
12 fev. 2016
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Mailinda & Johanna) para o anfitrião
The two of us stayed at colm's for one week. It was a quiet spontaneous request, but colm was pleased to have us anyway :) we had an amazing time in the mountains in the middle of nowhere. The tasks were good and varied from pretty easy going to physical excausting, which was nice to start the day with.
But what made this stay so great were the… read more
But what made this stay so great were the… read more
12 out. 2014
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Andy & Melania)
Andy and Mel traveling together came and spent two weeks here where they were mostly working in the forest, gathering and stacking wood and taking on vast swathes of jungle with little more than a machete and muscle. They were up for any task put to them and were also an integral part of our busy household during their stay. Handy in the kitchen… read more
(Excelente
)
9 out. 2014
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Andy & Melania) para o anfitrião
What can we say? Well to start with, you should go and stay with Colm... Go, right now. Why are you still reading this?
This was our first experience with workaway and it really couldn't have been better. Colm and his son Ruan are friendly, interesting people who have opened up their home to folks for the last few years (we were their first… read more
This was our first experience with workaway and it really couldn't have been better. Colm and his son Ruan are friendly, interesting people who have opened up their home to folks for the last few years (we were their first… read more
