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Beschreibung
Hi. I am Shakeeb the caretaker of a farm in the beautiful Sabine hills some 60 kms north of Rome.
I believe that the future of humanity lies in the adoption of a shared economy which works in harmony with nature. The farm is not a commercial business.
The farm covers three hectares with traditionally planted olive trees, a vineyard and fruit tree and a magnificent area suitable for market gardening. Landscaped gardens and meditative spaces surround the farm’s many structures (7 bedroom farmhouse, dining hall & kitchen, traditional wood oven, barn, workshop, sauna & hamam).
Since becoming caretaker in late 2020 I have set out to transform the farm towards policulture regenerative agriculture (permaculture and no dig) with the aim of becoming self-sufficient and capable of supporting a vibrant community of eco-conscious travellers.
So far the farm has achieved self-sufficiency in electricity. A rainwater harvesting system is being developed, and firewood production organised for heating and cooking. Composting and biomass recycling is being developed to sustain a vegetable garden and the traditional monoculture fruit orchids are being reorganised into food forests.
I am interested in the many new eco technologies emerging around the world (mini wind and solar), as well as the many innovative recycling ideas (such as converting petrol cars to electric, repurposing wood pellets) and I would be happy to partner with anyone willing and able to organise an eco-recycling workshop.
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
Handwerkliche Arbeiten
UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
You will be expected to participate positively in the social & cultural life of the farm, be ‘situationally aware’ and ‘mindful’ at all times, and be respectful and considerate in your interactions with others.
Meal times are important moments in the cultural life of the farm and an opportunity for good conversation and conviviality, as well as practical daily planning and communication.
The environment and personal lifestyle choices are a major issue of concern at the farm.
The size and nature of the 'workawayer community' is unpredictable. There are generally 3 to 5 workawayers staying at the farm at any given time, but the number can vary greatly between one and 12.
Arbeit
You will be expected to work up to a maximum of 5 hours a day, Monday to Friday. Physical manual work can be done by those without any farming related skills and experience. There is always plenty of work for those with trade skills such as carpentry, plumbing, welding, masonry, etc.
You will be expected to help with the household chores at all times, including weekends - preparing meals, food conservation, clearing up, keeping common areas clean & tidy, etc. Household chores are not considered part of your voluntary work.
Aiming for self-sufficiency involves learning how to make many of the things we buy. Preparing a meal is not limited to cooking but also involves food processing and conservation (jams, pickling, drying, yogurt, breads, biscuits, etc).
You must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and have the legal right to do voluntary work in Italy.
You will need to use your own data plan for internet access. There is good G4 reception.
Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Italienisch: Fließend
Bengali (Bangla): Gute Kenntnisse
Französisch: Gute Kenntnisse
Unterkunft
There are 5 guest bedrooms available in the farmhouse, all with attached shower bathrooms.
Single workawayers may be asked to share a room, while couples and families will be offered private rooms.
There is one room with wheelchair access with a disability enabled shower bathroom.
Healthy vegetarian meals are provided for breakfast lunch and dinner. You will be expected to help in the preparation,washing up and cleaning of all meals. Preparing meals is not limited to cooking but also involves food processing and conservation (jams, pickling, drying, yogurt, breads, biscuits, etc).
Was noch ...
The nearest town, Magliano Sabina, is 3 kms away, a 50 min walk. The nearest bar is a 15 min walk.
The train station (Civita Castellana - Magliano) is about 4 kms. I can pick and drop you. There are trains once an hour for Rome and takes about an hour.
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
There is good G4 connectivity on the farm. You will be expected to use own internet data plan.
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.
Hier sind Haustiere in der Regel willkommen
Dieser Gastgeber ist bereit, Reisende mit Haustieren bei sich aufzunehmen.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
mehr als zwei
Arbeitszeiten
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, Monday to Friday.
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Luke’s cultural adaptation, contributions and participation were stellar. He showed initiative and resourcefulness, for example, in repairing the wood chopping bench and he chopped and stacked abundant wood which has kept us… read more
First of all, the food there was just wow. Usually classical Italian meals, but especially around Christmas Shakeeb got more experimental (stuffed pumpkin, etc.). There was always an opportunity to learn more about cooking or the purpose… read more
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Luke’s cultural adaptation, contributions and participation were stellar. He showed initiative and resourcefulness, for example, in repairing the wood chopping bench and he chopped and stacked abundant wood which has kept us… read more
First of all, the food there was just wow. Usually classical Italian meals, but especially around Christmas Shakeeb got more experimental (stuffed pumpkin, etc.). There was always an opportunity to learn more about cooking or the purpose… read more
The work was varied, you can choose different ones for the day, as well you can work with other ones or just alone.
For me the best… read more
Thank you for the glowing reflection on your stay at Mater Natura. It brought back fond memories of the great time we had together. Your enthusiasm, curiosity to learn new things, tremendous energy and great sense of humour made your stay a highlight of the year and showed again the best that a workaway experience can offer… read more
Thank you for out first luxury Workaway experience ever.
You have been so welcoming to us from the very first our meeting at the railway station till our last mutual sunset time.
You allowed us to fully experience all the Italian hospitality, whether in your cozy home or in the open field at a music concert.
Maryna and I had a… read more
The vast majority of workawayers come away with positive experiences and memories. The issue of how critical feedback is given is… read more
Unfortunately the opportunity to discuss our differences constructively was lost.
Concerning your discomfort with the way I give critical feedback, I feel this was due to cultural differences, perceptions and attitudes. Italy is a country of passions and… read more
I hope our paths will cross again… read more
The accomodation was really comfortable and an absolute highlight for me was the delicious shared meals we cooked and ate together, especially the… read more
Thank you for all… read more
The work was diverse and interesting (the weather was unbearably hot but Shakeeb was very flexible with working hours)
For most of our stay we were the only workawayers, but Shakeeb ensured we were never bored and took us around… read more
The daily bread Mathias baked improved to excellence by then of his stay. Femke taught us how to make a great mayonnaise which we can now make on… read more
Manual work, by its very nature is often repetitive. There are often minute details and variations which repetition helps perfect skills and efficiency: when chopping timber, with perseverance one… read more
The work was sometimes a little monotonous but the hours were very… read more
The farm is stunningly placed on a hill with a lot of great places for sunbathing and you can take beautiful walks around the area accompanied by Shakeeb's very cute dogs Loki and Yoko.… read more
Thank you. I wish you both well in… read more
During your stay it is expected of you to be a part of the community and daily life - this also means… read more
Outside of work, you are expected to help with chores but again it's really reasonable. other workawayers were also there and it was really great to… read more
It has been a pleasure hosting Deimantė and Greta with their positive and enthusiastic attitude to the workaway cultural and practical exchange. I am grateful for the insight they gave me on their life in Lithuania, their world view and hopes for the future.… read more
