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We live in a little house surrounded by a garden where we grow vegatables and we collect fruit, close to the beatiful village of Apricale in western Liguria, Italy: in this area many terraced gardens have been abandoned. We are trying to rebuild part of the dry-stone walls of our garden and taking care of the wood around. In the surroundings there are beautiful places to trek and to enjoy nature. The house can only be reached on foot by a hilly path in 15 minutes. The house has only an outside toilet and an outdoor shower without hot water (although there is a solar heated bag available). A few minutes walk away there is a river. Minimun stay one week.
Unfortunately, the town hall of our little village cannot support visa applications.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Politics / Social justice
Sustainability
Culture
Farming
Plant care
Books
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Mountain
Nature
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
There are three main aspects that make a stay in Casa quite interesting: the first concerns the village of Apricale, which is one example of "fragile territory" which has been able to survive as a community after the widespread abandonment of small villages during the 60-80ies by including foreigners as new part of the community (in Apricale now live people from more than 20 different countries). The second regards the traditional terrace farming, which requires a different approach in the management of water and in general maintainance. The third is more gastronomic and is about cooking with grown and wild vegetables and preserving summer fruits and vegetables for the winter.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
This summer the main activities are preparing the compost and gardening, little maintenance tasks on the house, help with the garden terraces, cleaning the wood.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
We have a room for the guests, in case it is already busy we provide a good tent and air mattress.
What else ...
During the time off it is possible to walk to the villages nearby (Apricale, Perinaldo, Isolabona, Dolceacqua...), or to take a bus to the sea-coast. There are also beautiful streams to take a bath (Rocchetta Nervina is not far).
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 724617841826
Feedback (48)
21 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoffel)
We were very pleased to share with Chris the time he spent. He was a great help in the work in both maintaining the house and in the fields. He is very mindful and proactive and coped with the unusal heat of the past weeks and with mosquitoes with a very positive attitude. We wish him a good journey on the Via Francigena.
(Excellent
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21 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Petar)
We have been very happy to share with Petar the time he spent. He worked hard even on the days when he was alone, he is very supportive, autonomous and reliable. He managed also to explore the surroundings and faced the discomforts of the place (no public transport, extreme heat, abundant mosquitoes) with a very positive attitude. We were very… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Vilius)
Vilius, a young man of few words, worked tirelessly during his stay.
He explored the surroundings with the other volunteers and enjoyed the rivers and nearby lake on the hottest days of the year. You can tell he is very comfortable in nature and he enjoys the wilderness.
He moved tons of stones to rebuild a stone wall.
We wish her an amazing… read more
He explored the surroundings with the other volunteers and enjoyed the rivers and nearby lake on the hottest days of the year. You can tell he is very comfortable in nature and he enjoys the wilderness.
He moved tons of stones to rebuild a stone wall.
We wish her an amazing… read more
(Excellent
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21 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoffel)
We were very pleased to share with Chris the time he spent. He was a great help in the work in both maintaining the house and in the fields. He is very mindful and proactive and coped with the unusal heat of the past weeks and with mosquitoes with a very positive attitude. We wish him a good journey on the Via Francigena.
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Petar)
We have been very happy to share with Petar the time he spent. He worked hard even on the days when he was alone, he is very supportive, autonomous and reliable. He managed also to explore the surroundings and faced the discomforts of the place (no public transport, extreme heat, abundant mosquitoes) with a very positive attitude. We were very… read more
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Vilius)
Vilius, a young man of few words, worked tirelessly during his stay.
He explored the surroundings with the other volunteers and enjoyed the rivers and nearby lake on the hottest days of the year. You can tell he is very comfortable in nature and he enjoys the wilderness.
He moved tons of stones to rebuild a stone wall.
We wish her an amazing… read more
He explored the surroundings with the other volunteers and enjoyed the rivers and nearby lake on the hottest days of the year. You can tell he is very comfortable in nature and he enjoys the wilderness.
He moved tons of stones to rebuild a stone wall.
We wish her an amazing… read more
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Matilda)
Matilda was with us for just a few days, but she was a wonderful presence among the other volunteers.
She adapted to the discomfort of the house, to the mosquitoes and to Ciccio (the crazy dog) always with a very positive and cheerful attitude. She became specialized in preparing what we now call “Matilda salad”.
We wish her an amazing… read more
She adapted to the discomfort of the house, to the mosquitoes and to Ciccio (the crazy dog) always with a very positive and cheerful attitude. She became specialized in preparing what we now call “Matilda salad”.
We wish her an amazing… read more
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
Way to go, Marta! She showed up right on time without needing any directions to the place.
She brought so much cheer and sunshine, making her stay truly enjoyable for all of us.
She worked hard and fit right in with the other volunteers.
We hope she comes back to visit us again.
She brought so much cheer and sunshine, making her stay truly enjoyable for all of us.
She worked hard and fit right in with the other volunteers.
We hope she comes back to visit us again.
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Musashi)
Musashi has been our first guest from Japan: he was a delightful and very positive guest.
We had a wonderful time with him, listening to stories about his life and his country.
He was an incredibly hard worker and motivated the other volunteers during workdays.
Besides helping around the house (he’s a very good cook), he also contributed to… read more
We had a wonderful time with him, listening to stories about his life and his country.
He was an incredibly hard worker and motivated the other volunteers during workdays.
Besides helping around the house (he’s a very good cook), he also contributed to… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host
I spent two wonderful weeks at Nelly and Stefanos place! There was a lot to do like cutting away undergrowth, carrying firewood, watering, harvesting fruit and helping Stefano with a river cleaning mission, so I never felt like the work was repetitive or boring. The working days were very well structured, which gave me and the other volunteers… read more
6 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Alina)
Alina spent with us two weeks full of activities, guests and visits. She offered us her vegan cuisine and beautiful and friendly company. We appreciated very much her mindful attitude. We had the impression that she always knows what to do and she finds the best way to do it. We hope to see you again soon!
(Excellent)
6 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie stayed with us for about ten days. It was a great pleasure to spend this period with her: she is very nice and easygoing, and she adapted to the simple life of the house, carrying out also hard works with a good attitude. She went along well with the other guests, with us, the cats and Ciccio. We hope to see her again or in Australia!
(Excellent)
3 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emil)
Stella and Emil were with us, enduring life in tents and helping hard both with the work on the land and with the maintenance of the house.
It was great to hear their stories and hear Stella speak in her family's Italian.
We wish them a good continuation of their journey
It was great to hear their stories and hear Stella speak in her family's Italian.
We wish them a good continuation of their journey
(Excellent)
3 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Stella Franziska)
Stella and Emil were with us, enduring life in tents and helping hard both with the work on the land and with the maintenance of the house.
It was great to hear their stories and hear Stella speak in her family's Italian.
We wish them a good continuation of their journey
It was great to hear their stories and hear Stella speak in her family's Italian.
We wish them a good continuation of their journey
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Stella Franziska) for host
Me and my boyfriend Emil spent 10 amazing days in Apricale. Nelly and Stefano were always really helpful and cooked (a lot!!;)) of yummy (vegan on our request) Italian food! Our work mostly consisted of cutting branches to clear the terraces and carry wood during the morning until lunchtime, so we got the whole afternoon to visit the beautiful… read more
2 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie & Rasmus)
Sophie and Rasmus were a very pleasant and friendly presence.
They worked hard and did a great job, even when they were alone, and it was lovely to hear them talk about their lives.
They were our first soccer enthusiasts who walked miles just to watch the games.
We hope to see them again.
Thanks for everything!
They worked hard and did a great job, even when they were alone, and it was lovely to hear them talk about their lives.
They were our first soccer enthusiasts who walked miles just to watch the games.
We hope to see them again.
Thanks for everything!
(Excellent)
19 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Tonda & Ellen) for host
We stayed for about 9 days at the beginning of June and we enjoyed our stay a lot. Stefano and Nelly are very friendly, they prepared delicious foods for us, the work was fine and the place is just beautiful. Plus we met five more very friendly worawayers. We especially enjoyed the wonderful river nearby :). It was our first workaway and we can't… read more
6 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tonda & Ellen)
Ellen and Tonda stayed with us for about ten days and bravely took on the super boring task of weeding the garden. It was such a pleasure having them here, and we wish them all the best for the rest of their journey.
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jess) for host
I couldn't have asked for more from my 2 weeks staying with Stefano and Nelly. They were perfect hosts. They made sure I had everything I needed, provided great recommendations of places to swim and hike in the local area, and cooked delicious food! During my stay I helped mainly with weeding, composting, and collecting rocks to rebuild the… read more
17 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jess)
Having Jess with us has been a great pleasure.
She is a very active person with a lot to share.
In addition to helping us with all the housework and the garden, she shared her wonderful projects with us and explored the areas around Apricale with great curiosity, beating all our times on the local trails.
We wish her all the best for her future… read more
She is a very active person with a lot to share.
In addition to helping us with all the housework and the garden, she shared her wonderful projects with us and explored the areas around Apricale with great curiosity, beating all our times on the local trails.
We wish her all the best for her future… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Malachi & Patrick) for host
My friend and I stayed with Steffano and Nelly for 2 weeks and couldn't have asked for a better experience. The work wasn't too difficult, the weather was great and the food was just incredible. Thank you for having us!
17 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Malachi & Patrick)
Malachi and Patrick stayed with us for two weeks, during which they fully immersed themselves in life.
They actively participated, helping us grow the garden, clear the terraces of weeds, and sharing experiences and ideas with us.
We wish them all the best for their future.
They actively participated, helping us grow the garden, clear the terraces of weeds, and sharing experiences and ideas with us.
We wish them all the best for their future.
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara & Anna)
It has been such a pleasure to share these last days with Clara and Anna! They shared their interesting experiences and points of view with kindness and care, and they were always ready to help and to carry out even very boring and hard tasks. We are very glad they were at the here and we hope to see them again!
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Clara & Anna) for host
We stayed here for 11 days. Nelly and Stephano were really incredible hosts who always provided us with good energy, good conversations and delicious italian cuisine. We did weeding as well as moving rocks and got a chance to explore the area together with other workawayers. So taking all that in consideration we could have not asked for a better… read more
6 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Isobelle) for host
Stefano & Nelly were such kind, generous and considerate hosts. It was so beautiful to experience Apricale and I’m so grateful for such an incredible Italian experience (I already miss the gorgeous cats). Thank you for having us 🙏🏻🌏🌻
31 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Isobelle)
Belle and Aodhán stayed for a while, and it was very pleasant to have them as guests and hear about their future projects.
They worked hard and helped us create the garden by organizing the terraces.
We wish them all the best for their future projects.
They worked hard and helped us create the garden by organizing the terraces.
We wish them all the best for their future projects.
(Excellent)
2 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Valerie)
Grazie Valerì!
Sono stati dieci giorni molto piacevoli passati con te.
Abbiamo dovuto chiederle di non lavorare sempre e troppo.
E' stato bello parlare insieme un po' di tutto.
Speriamo di rivederci presto.
Sono stati dieci giorni molto piacevoli passati con te.
Abbiamo dovuto chiederle di non lavorare sempre e troppo.
E' stato bello parlare insieme un po' di tutto.
Speriamo di rivederci presto.
(Excellent)
2 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Donna)
Donna and Swona stayed with us for 10 enjoyable days despite heavy rain.
They were a delightful, fun, and pleasant presence.
They helped hard, and thanks to them, the garden started to come alive again.
We hope they come back to visit us and wish them a good continuation of their Italian journey
They were a delightful, fun, and pleasant presence.
They helped hard, and thanks to them, the garden started to come alive again.
We hope they come back to visit us and wish them a good continuation of their Italian journey
(Excellent)
2 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Shawna)
Donna and Swona stayed with us for 10 enjoyable days despite heavy rain.
They were a delightful, fun, and pleasant presence.
They helped hard, and thanks to them, the garden started to come alive again.
We hope they come back to visit us and wish them a good continuation of their European journey.
They were a delightful, fun, and pleasant presence.
They helped hard, and thanks to them, the garden started to come alive again.
We hope they come back to visit us and wish them a good continuation of their European journey.
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Justus) for host
The week I stayed with Dtefano and Nelly was just great.
The casa is a little hard to reach, but once your're there it's totally worh it.
They were very nice and even though, the first 3 days I stayed were pretty rainy, I still had a good time.
When the weather is good, this place feels like paradise.
Great recomendation!
The casa is a little hard to reach, but once your're there it's totally worh it.
They were very nice and even though, the first 3 days I stayed were pretty rainy, I still had a good time.
When the weather is good, this place feels like paradise.
Great recomendation!
5 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Justus)
Justus stopped by us during his incredible motorbike tour.
It was a pleasure to live with him for a few days and he was a great help with the different tasks.
We hope you come back to visit us.
Have a good trip!
It was a pleasure to live with him for a few days and he was a great help with the different tasks.
We hope you come back to visit us.
Have a good trip!
(Excellent)
28 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Raine) for host
I could not have asked for a better first workway experience! I stayed here for a little less than two weeks with my friend Lena. Stefano and Nelly (as well as Giulietta the cat and Ciccio the dog) were the most gracious hosts. They were very open, welcoming and easy to chat or have a laugh with.
We got to work early in the morning to beat the… read more
We got to work early in the morning to beat the… read more
11 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Amy & Anna)
Amy and Anna were with us only for eight days (too short!) but it was a great pleasure to host them.
Don't be fooled by their slim appearance. They amazed us with their strength and determination.
It was very pleasant to talk to them and share opinions about the places around us.
We hope to see them again!
Don't be fooled by their slim appearance. They amazed us with their strength and determination.
It was very pleasant to talk to them and share opinions about the places around us.
We hope to see them again!
(Excellent)
22 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Leo) for host
I stayed for two weeks with Nelly and Stefano, probably the two hottest weeks I've experienced in my life. They were very welcoming, open minded and shared some cool travel experiences with me, like a dinner with two indian priests, which was very interesting.
The work was quite hard because of the heat, but there were diverse tasks to do, so it… read more
The work was quite hard because of the heat, but there were diverse tasks to do, so it… read more
22 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Leo)
Leo was with us for two weeks helping us with many heavy summer jobs.
He's a very nice person and he shared with us moments with our friends as well as the difficulties with a very hot and dry summer.
Thank you for coming and for your precious work
He's a very nice person and he shared with us moments with our friends as well as the difficulties with a very hot and dry summer.
Thank you for coming and for your precious work
(Excellent)
22 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma & Jackie)
Emma has been great!
She's very friendly, easygoing, supportive and she has initiative.
It was a great pleasure to talk with her, she has many interests and she appreciated the surroundings of our place.
She is also hard worker and good cook. Thanks for the delicious cake.
She's very friendly, easygoing, supportive and she has initiative.
It was a great pleasure to talk with her, she has many interests and she appreciated the surroundings of our place.
She is also hard worker and good cook. Thanks for the delicious cake.
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luna ) for host
Run (don't walk!) to visit this magical place with the wonderful Nelly and Stefano. They are incredible hosts who bring you right into their lives and do so in a graceful, pleasant, and fun way. I cannot speak highly enough of their hospitality and of course the beautiful landscape of the area. A true gem of an experience. Can't wait to come back!
8 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Luna )
Luna was with us for ten pleasant days.
In addition to working hard on the recovery of a historic bridge, she visited the surroundings with interest, also accompanying us on some visits.
Talking to her about a little bit of everything about her was very enjoyable as was hearing her play the guitar.
We hope you come back to visit us.
In addition to working hard on the recovery of a historic bridge, she visited the surroundings with interest, also accompanying us on some visits.
Talking to her about a little bit of everything about her was very enjoyable as was hearing her play the guitar.
We hope you come back to visit us.
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Antonia)
Antonia was only with us for a week but it was a great pleasure to live with her.
You have worked hard and also to recover a historic bridge in the town.
She is a very caring and very helpful person.
We hope that you will come back to visit us and we advise you to welcome your hospitality requests.
You have worked hard and also to recover a historic bridge in the town.
She is a very caring and very helpful person.
We hope that you will come back to visit us and we advise you to welcome your hospitality requests.
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Antonio)
Antonio was with us for two weeks helping us with many spring jobs, coming with us for a nice ride in the mountains and recording many of our activities.
He has adapted well by stoically resisting the period with many insects.
He has adapted well by stoically resisting the period with many insects.
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mengyao) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I couldn't have asked for better! Nelly was a lovely host who helped me in everything I needed. The casa has one of the best views of the village. We were able to visit some nearby villages in the week I spent there. Getting to Apricale can be a bit complicated with the small amount of buses but once… read more
19 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clara & Johnny) for host
My friend and I spent a wonderful two weeks here. It was our first workaway, and we couldn't have had a better experience. Apricale was absolutely magical and Nelly and Stefano were the best hosts. The work was very fair and rewarding. The surrounding area was incredibly beautiful. We had lots of time to explore it, such as going to Rochetta (a… read more
18 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Clara & Johnny)
Yvonne, Meredith and Clara were with us a few days. It was very nice to spend a few days them. They worked hard and they could manage the house in complete autonomy. They helped a lot with the vegetable garden. it has been very interesting talking with them. We hope to see them again in the future
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Yvonne) for host
Had a lovely time at Stefano's place.
It's tranquil and the work is enjoyable. I stayed with two other Workawayers. We weeded a terrace which was rewarding! thanks for having us.
:)
It's tranquil and the work is enjoyable. I stayed with two other Workawayers. We weeded a terrace which was rewarding! thanks for having us.
:)
18 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Yvonne)
Yvonne, Meredith and Clara were with us a few days. It was very nice to spend a few days them. They worked hard and they could manage the house in complete autonomy. They helped a lot with the vegetable garden. it has been very interesting talking with them. We hope to see them again in the future
(Excellent)
27 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Markus & Daniela ) for host
Great Experience !
It was our first workaway experience and Stefano was/is a wonderful and friendly host. Work was physically demanding but also fun with a wonderful view. The food was excellent and after every meal we felt very well nourished and full .
Stefano also knows alot about the land and the surroundings and was always ready to share… read more
It was our first workaway experience and Stefano was/is a wonderful and friendly host. Work was physically demanding but also fun with a wonderful view. The food was excellent and after every meal we felt very well nourished and full .
Stefano also knows alot about the land and the surroundings and was always ready to share… read more
7 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Markus & Daniela )
Markus and Daniela stayed with us for ten days in a period of the year that was a bit extreme due to the cold and the weather.
They worked a lot and it was a great pleasure to talk to them and tell us about their lives.
We hope to see you again!
They worked a lot and it was a great pleasure to talk to them and tell us about their lives.
We hope to see you again!
(Excellent)
27 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Loek) for host
Staying with Nelly and Stefano was my first workaway, and I couldn’t have asked for a better one! They made me feel so welcome, together with their friends. The food was great (and a lot!). I got to do a variety of different jobs and they made sure I got enough free time to explore the beautiful area. I got to know a lot about the Italian culture… read more
23 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Loek)
The brave Loek spent with us two weeks, living in the worst period of our house during the huge renovation works. For us it was a pleasure to spend this time with her, talking about many things. She worked hard on the most diverse jobs and we often had to tell her to stop. We hope She will come and visit us again in the future just for holydays… read more
(Excellent)
25 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Frida & Line) for host
We spent a magical week with Nelly and Stefano. Their place is amazing with the most wonderful garden and beautiful view. The house is very unique on its little hillside and the outdoor shower was charming. They are so warm and welcoming, with extraordinary energy and time to show and tell about their house, garden and secret spots of the area. We… read more
17 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Frida & Line)
Julie, Alma and Frida, the cheerful and magical group, spent a week with us where we had a lot of fun.
They participated in the various jobs both in the field and at the house.
We hope to meet again in the future.
They participated in the various jobs both in the field and at the house.
We hope to meet again in the future.
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Flora & Alexandre) for host
Nelly and Stefano offered us two wonderfull weeks in their welcoming and lovely home. We have shared precious moments and leaving them and the Casa was painfull cause we are really attached to them.
Nelly and Stefano always make sure that you have everything you need (especially with food, they are really good at cooking and like Nelly said, "if… read more
Nelly and Stefano always make sure that you have everything you need (especially with food, they are really good at cooking and like Nelly said, "if… read more
21 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Flora & Alexandre)
Flora and Alex have been a wonderful presence and we miss them already.
Before arriving they sent us a very detailed program of things to do and places to visit in the surroundings, that we will use for our future guests.
They worked a lot, with enormous generosity and care, and now we have a “French corner” in our garden.
They were enthusiastic… read more
Before arriving they sent us a very detailed program of things to do and places to visit in the surroundings, that we will use for our future guests.
They worked a lot, with enormous generosity and care, and now we have a “French corner” in our garden.
They were enthusiastic… read more
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Jack spent ten days with us. He came directly from NYC just to stay these days with us.
It was a great pleasure for us to spend this time with him. Jack is easygoing, funny, clever, mindful and a great worker!
He supported us with enthusiasm and great generosity, including the transportation of the heavy material to restyle the house.
We are very… read more
It was a great pleasure for us to spend this time with him. Jack is easygoing, funny, clever, mindful and a great worker!
He supported us with enthusiasm and great generosity, including the transportation of the heavy material to restyle the house.
We are very… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Milda & Dominykas)
Milda & Dominykas spent two weeks with us and it was a pleasure for us to share time and space with them. They worked hard and played with the other guests.
Thanks to them for all the invaluable help.
We hope to meet again.
Thanks to them for all the invaluable help.
We hope to meet again.
(Excellent)
15 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host
It was my first Workaway experience and it was wonderful.
Nelly and Stafano are very hospitality, generous and kind. Their place is like a little wild paradise somewhere in the nowhere.
I enjoyed it so much to stay there in all the calm, waking up with the bird sounds in the morning, the good food and the beautiful nature around!
Thank you so… read more
Nelly and Stafano are very hospitality, generous and kind. Their place is like a little wild paradise somewhere in the nowhere.
I enjoyed it so much to stay there in all the calm, waking up with the bird sounds in the morning, the good food and the beautiful nature around!
Thank you so… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)
Katharina spent a couple of weeks with us and her gentle and careful presence perfectly corresponded to the needs and the mood of the house. Her easygoing attitude made everything easy and she adapted to the "comforts" of the house without any problem. She approached the daily tasks with care and dedication, even when they were boring.
Thank you… read more
Thank you… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
I enjoyed my stay so much. It is a magical place, with all the fireflyes and sounds of frogs in the evening when I was there. A place where you live outside during the day. In the morning you work in the garden with the sun on your face, go for a swim in the afternoon, eat good food and feel really healthy. I enjoyed the warmth and energy of Nelly… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
It was a great, great, great pleasure to have David as a wa guest. His lovely easygoing attitude, and his manifold interest made it very easy to enjoy the time we spent all together. Beside that he is a hard and responsible worker, and he did not mind making the same quite boring (but necessary...) activity in the garden for many days. We do hope… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Candice)
Candice has been with us for two weeks. It has been a pleasure for us, because besides being a hardworker, she is also very patient with animals, easygoing, helpful in daily activities outside the working-hours, interested in everything and she loves nature in all its aspects (insects included). We do hope she will come back and visit us… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathelier & Gentil)
Apolline and Louella spent 10 days with us: it was a pleasure for us, becasue they are both very nice, communicative, helpful, willing to know and make new experiences. We had a lot of fun with them because thay are able to turn normal events into adventures, so that their stories about their quest for the Roman Road in Latte, about the attempt to… read more
(Excellent)
20 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily & Rebecca)
Emily and Rebecca spent one week with us here, and they have been great: enthusiastic, easygoing, willing to know and explore the surroundings... they succeded also in standing the extraordinary heat of these days, managing our crazy little dog, and doing things in general in the basic facilities of our place.
We wish you the best for your trip… read more
We wish you the best for your trip… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
My friend Marika and I stayed with Nelly and Stefano for 2 wonderful weeks in May, and we miss them and their beautiful home and pets already! When we read their reviews before arriving we thought it seemed almost too good to be true, but we realized so quickly that staying with Nelly and Stefano really is as amazing as all the reviews say :)… read more
9 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna and Marika spent two weeks with us. They have been great! also the cats and our psychotic little dog loved them. Beside being lovely, they are though, authonomous, organized, independent. They did even boring jobs with care, and they enjoyed their spare time exploring the surroundings (taking also paths that we've never taken!).
Our best… read more
Our best… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Marika)
Marika and Anna spent two weeks with us. They have been great! also the cats and our psychotic little dog loved them. Beside being lovely, they are though, authonomous, organized, independent. They did even boring jobs with care, and they enjoyed their spare time exploring the surroundings (taking also paths that we've never taken!).
Our best… read more
Our best… read more
(Excellent)
12 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Simen) for host
Amazing place with the amazing host Stefano. Work was interesting and giving, very independent! Food and accommodation was perfect. Very cozy house with some beautiful animals. The whole area is also something out of a movie, so many small towns and places to visit even on foot :) Recommend this workaway to anyone who likes the outdoors! Grazie… read more
16 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Simen)
Simen was with us eight days in which he worked hard clearing some terraces, creating channels for the drainage of water and working on the garden.
He was a pleasant presence, a good cooker and we hope they will come back.
He was a pleasant presence, a good cooker and we hope they will come back.
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Maria Agostina & Victoria) for host
I am already missing my time there. I, together with 2 friends spent such a wonderful 20 days there! Stefano and Nelly are the most welcoming people I have ever met :) From delicious meals to breathtaking views and very beautiful middle-aged villages around... this workaway experience is a 6 stars experience! Looking forward to come back and see… read more
7 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria Agostina & Victoria)
Ago, Juli, Rosario, the happy team, lived with us for three weeks. They are fun, hardworking and always proactive. They prepared delicious things to eat and took care of the house.
We hope to have them again in the future.
Ciao happy team!
We hope to have them again in the future.
Ciao happy team!
(Excellent)
16 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
Me and two friends stayed here for a week, and we loved it here! The location is amazing, the village of Apricale was stunning, and we had an amazing view of it from where we were located. Stefano was very kind and made us feel welcome straight away, he cooked for us everyday, which isn't an easy job, but his cooking was delicious and filling.… read more
16 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
James, Alex, Josh were with us eight days in which they worked hard clearing some terraces, creating channels for the drainage of water and working on the garden.
They were a pleasant presence and we hope they will come back.
They were a pleasant presence and we hope they will come back.
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosario)
Ago, Juli, Rosario, the happy team, lived with us for three weeks. They are fun, hardworking and always proactive. They prepared delicious things to eat and took care of the house.
We hope to have them again in the future.
Ciao happy team!
We hope to have them again in the future.
Ciao happy team!
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Julian)
Ago, Juli, Rosario, the happy team, lived with us for three weeks. They are fun, hardworking and always proactive. They prepared delicious things to eat and took care of the house.
We hope to have them again in the future.
Ciao happy team!
We hope to have them again in the future.
Ciao happy team!
(Excellent)
7 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Majbritt & David Leon)
Maj & David were guests with us for a week during which they worked hard, lived with us and the other guests and visited the neighborhood.
It was a pleasure to be with them and we hope to see them again in the future.
It was a pleasure to be with them and we hope to see them again in the future.
(Excellent)
8 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Magali) for host
We spent a week with Nelly and Stefano and we are so grateful for the time we spent in their company; everything was perfect, from the very interesting agricultural project, to the room and the food. Don't hesitate going to the nearby small lake after a day of work and pick blackberries (if in season) around the house. The walk to Perinaldo is… read more
30 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Magali)
Louise and Magali were a pleasant and cheerful presence. We really enjoied the time spent together. Ciccio, our problematic dog, also fell in love with them. They worked hard in the different works in progress.
We hope they will come back to visit us in the future.
We hope they will come back to visit us in the future.
(Excellent)
5 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Louiselotte) for host
We had the most wonderful experience at Nelly and Stefano, eating amzing food, having the honour to attend a cooking lesson on ravioli, exploring the surroundings and meeting their family. We had a comfortable bedroom with an amazing view on the entire valley! I cannot recommend enough this house, Nelly and Stefano are both very kind and… read more
30 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Louiselotte)
Louise and Magali were a pleasant and cheerful presence. We really enjoied the time spent together. Ciccio, our problematic dog, also fell in love with them. They worked hard in the different works in progress.
We hope they will come back to visit us in the future.
We hope they will come back to visit us in the future.
(Excellent)
4 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Céline) for host
My stay with the host was the greatest workaway experience!! Nelly and Stefano are such nice, funny, interesting and generous people (especially concerning the food ahah. Quality and quantity). They made me feel comfortable as soon as I arrived. Also the accomodation was perfect for me. A room, and the fresh shower which is actually very pleasant… read more
30 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Céline)
We spent two weeks with Celine and was a pleasure to live and speak with her about a lot of different things.
She is a hard and reliable worker, and she worked on different works.
We really appreciated how she lived with us and how she experienced all the things she could do in her free time.
We hope she will come to visit us again.
She is a hard and reliable worker, and she worked on different works.
We really appreciated how she lived with us and how she experienced all the things she could do in her free time.
We hope she will come to visit us again.
(Excellent)
4 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Victoria & Jérémy ) for host
Our experience with Nelly and Stephano were really enriching. They live with simplicity and that is what we were searching for. They are easygoing, really nice and they are both hard worker. They know very well the region of Apricale and they will be able to advise you on the places to visit. (We could spend a night under the stars at the best… read more
30 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria & Jérémy )
Victoria & Jeremy spent ten days with us living in our place and working hard cutting bushes and working on the stone wall. They adapted to all the discomforts of our place with a very good attitude and we really appreciated their stay.
Thanks for coming!
Thanks for coming!
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Flora) for host
Nelly and Stefano are the most wonderful hosts, making us feel so welcome and comfortable right from the start. This was my first workaway and they could not have been more accommodating hosts, even driving me to local beauty spots as I didn't have my own car. The food was delicious, and I stayed in both a tent and a room during my stay which were… read more
28 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Flora)
Flora and Matilda spent one week with us. They worked hard in the gardens, in building works and in a lot of other job. They are very very very clever! And they prepared a wonderful apple crumble…
(Excellent)
29 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Samuel) for host
I spent two weeks with Stefano and Nelly and it was a wonderful experience! this was my first workaway experience, which made it pretty exciting and had me a bit nervous at first. But as soon as i arrived i knew everything was going to be alright! Stefano and Nelly are wonderful warm people who will make you feel at home straight away. the… read more
19 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel)
It was a great pleasure to have Sam with us. He worked hard and worked hard. His pie was delicious!
Thanks for cooking it. Hope to see you soon!
Thanks for cooking it. Hope to see you soon!
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Fiona)
Great Great Great Fiona!!!
She brought us so much energy and joy.
It will always be a great pleasure to welcome you and we do hope to see you soon!!!!
She brought us so much energy and joy.
It will always be a great pleasure to welcome you and we do hope to see you soon!!!!
(Excellent)
20 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Peter & Abigail) for host
Staying at the place with Stefano and Nelly was a wonderful experience. They are funny, generous and inspirational people. We loved everything about our stay. They gave us far more than we could ever give to them. We look forward to meeting again! Chao Nelly, Stefano, Ciccio and the cats...see you again sometime! Xxx
18 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Peter & Abigail)
Being with Peter, Abi,Tuathla and Caoimhe was a real great pleasure. They are a serene and fun family and the girls participate in everything that was done during the day. We are very happy that they shared their time with us, Ciccio and the cats and all of us already miss them.
We hope to see them soon, they will always be welcome.
We hope to see them soon, they will always be welcome.
(Excellent)
27 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Cate) for host
This was the most amazing experience. Apricale is a beautiful village! My boyfriend and I found ourselves walking up for an aperitivo most nights - although be warned - you will sweat from the walk there (we went for two weeks in August).
During our time, we worked on clearing a garden terrace and clearing the way for a stone wall to be built.… read more
During our time, we worked on clearing a garden terrace and clearing the way for a stone wall to be built.… read more
26 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Carlos) for host
This was my first experience as a workawayer ever, and the very first time I travelled to Italy too --a country to which I promise to go back. I can only describe the two weeks I spent in La Casa with wonderful words: it was an absolutely amazing time! The place (an authentic rustic house) is in the middle of the forest, just in the hillside in… read more
16 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ryan & Lindsey) for host
We stayed with Nelly and Stefano for 10 days for our first Workaway experience. We weren't sure what to expect but were immediately put at ease by our hosts. La Casa is picturesque and in a beautiful region of Italy. Nelly and Stefano are both superb cooks and make delicious meals with fresh vegetables and ingredients. Breakfast, lunch and… read more
29 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lilith & Joshua) for host
We stayed with Stefano & Nelly for 2 weeks, and we wish it had have been longer!
Good food, wine, company and laughter were bountiful and we felt very welcome. The work wasn't difficult, but was exhausting at times. We mainly worked in and around the garden; weeding, planting, clearing brambles and fixing a terrace wall.
Apricale and surrounding… read more
Good food, wine, company and laughter were bountiful and we felt very welcome. The work wasn't difficult, but was exhausting at times. We mainly worked in and around the garden; weeding, planting, clearing brambles and fixing a terrace wall.
Apricale and surrounding… read more
21 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Cezar) for host
I stayed with Nelly and Stefano for 11 days in the end of May (I wish I had stayed there for months) and this was my first Workaway experience.
The work in the house/gardens was very diverse and educational; some tasks might be harder than others, but you'll be rewarded with lots of learning and delicious, authentic Italian food.
The region is a… read more
The work in the house/gardens was very diverse and educational; some tasks might be harder than others, but you'll be rewarded with lots of learning and delicious, authentic Italian food.
The region is a… read more
18 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Cezar)
It was a great surprise his perfect Italian. And Cesar is a great worker and a pleasant conversationalist. He’s prepared to enjoy Italian life style so it was a great pleasure share our daily life with him.
(Excellent)
19 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Connor) for host
Stefano and Nelly are two of the hardest-working, friendly, and genuine people you will ever meet. They occupy an astoundingly beautiful slice of earth overlooking the charming village of Apricale in the hills of northwest Italy, about a 20-30 minutes drive from the Ventimiglia train station.
The stone wall restoration work was very rewarding and… read more
The stone wall restoration work was very rewarding and… read more
18 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Brahm)
It was a great pleasure to spend more than two weeks with Brahm. We spent great time speaking with him about the world and his and our project. We hope he can find the best place at some point of his long trip and we hope to have the opportunity to meet him again.
(Excellent)
22 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Brahm) for host
I had a great experience here. Wonderful project, amazing generosity, hospitality and oh so many stories. So glad to see places like this existing in the world!
18 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Eoghan)
Hosts should not get a wrong impression about Eughan by reading his synthetic presentation and his short answers. He’s a rich and interesting person, mature, autonomous and great worker with an important project to follow. Good luck Eoghan!
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alisa)
Che bello avere Alisa con noi! Funny, nice and full of good verve. And a great worker. Too much. We asked her many times to stop working! She is interested in many things and talking to her has always been full of surprise.
Hope to see you soon Alisa!!!
Hope to see you soon Alisa!!!
(Excellent)
4 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alisa) for host
I've spent only 10 days with Nelly, Stefano, Giulietta, Teresa e Ciccio. And it was great. Nelly and Stefano are incredible kind and opened, they are very busy but your comfort will be always the most important thing for them. The food, accomodation and surroundings were excellent.
Cari Nelly e Stefano, grazie mille per tutto! Questa è stata… read more
Cari Nelly e Stefano, grazie mille per tutto! Questa è stata… read more
22 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (kamarella) for host
We stayed here unfortunately just few days in April. Stefano is a great host, an amazing cook and a super hard working man! Nelly arrived at the last day of our stay with the lovly dog Chicho. We worked sometimes with Stefano, sometimes alone to rebuild an old stonewall and pronging grassland. To stay there was an amazing experience: sit at night… read more
28 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Benjamin) for host
We stayed for 2 weeks back in June and had the best time. The house is set on a beautiful property overlooking the amazing village of Apricale, we literally would just sit and stare at the town for hours. Stefano and Nelly are amazing hosts and were really fun to work with. There is a lot to see in the surrounding area and hitchhiking is extremely… read more
23 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lydia) for host
Our first experience with workaway with my friends, and we were amazed by Stefano and Nelly's hospitality!! This little italian village captured our heart. The environment is quiet by the nature. We enjoyed the simplicity of life, helping in the garden and around the house. We really gained the workaway aestetics, that we can meet a foreign… read more
7 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Drew)
Drew has been an amazing guest! he learns at the speed of light ( we are sure that in two more weeks he will speak italian better than us) and he is always joyful and interested in things and stories: it has been a real pleasure to meet him and to spend these days with him.We hope him to visit us again! If he has not found demanding the jobs… read more
(Excellent)
4 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Drew) for host
This was my first workaway experience, and am amazing one at that: I could not have been welcomed more fully. Stefano and Nelly are immediately likeable people who make you feel comfortable the moment you meet them: they are easygoing, and have a good sense of humor as well as many interesting stories to tell. And they are great cooks! Everyday… read more
30 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Péter & Tünde)
Peter and Tunde have been much more than workawayers! They adapted to our basic and simple life with a friendly, helpful and joyful attitude and their approach to the activities has always been very clever. It was very nice to spend time and share our everyday life with them. We really hope to see Peter and Tunde again.
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Péter & Tünde) for host
We will never forget your wonderful, warm and generous hospitality.
It was truly the best time we have ever spent in abroad - included the relaxing and also the work.
Once happened a conversation between us, when we set out to spending an afternoon on the beach, or to hiking, or to sightseeing - it doesn't matter. The most important part of the… read more
It was truly the best time we have ever spent in abroad - included the relaxing and also the work.
Once happened a conversation between us, when we set out to spending an afternoon on the beach, or to hiking, or to sightseeing - it doesn't matter. The most important part of the… read more
25 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Steffen & Kathrin) for host
We had a wonderful time with Stefano and Nelly!!! It was our first experience of work away and we'll have no regrets! Stefano and Nelly are very cordial and helpful hosts! The work has been very varied and has made us a lot of fun. Nelly is fantastic cook -the food was very rich and incredibly tasty! Stefano is a very helpful and relaxed "boss".… read more
23 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Francesca & Ryan ) for host
Nelly and Stephano were the perfect hosts. They welcomed us warmly, fed us very well, taught us how about their project, helped us gain experience in the specific areas we were most interested and took the time to listen to our dreams and help us develop our plans.
They kindly allowed us to work at our own pace and showed us some wonderful… read more
They kindly allowed us to work at our own pace and showed us some wonderful… read more
10 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Eugenio) for host
I stayed to the Stefano and Nelly house for one week and it has been a beautiful experience. We worked on the morning and we had the afternoon free for doing what we prefer.
The house is surrounded by nature and it is very quite and the villages around are magnificent. The bedroom is very comfortable, and the cooking are excellent, varied, and… read more
The house is surrounded by nature and it is very quite and the villages around are magnificent. The bedroom is very comfortable, and the cooking are excellent, varied, and… read more
27 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Atewet) for host
I workawayed at Stefano & Nelly for two weeks in August. They are nice and easygoing people, and eventhough their house is being repaired, I was well accomodated and confortamble during my stay. Their house is a nice place if you are looking for peace and quiet, while enjoying the beautiful woods and mountains surrounding Apricale.
