Join me to refresh my home in the hills of Ceserano, Italy

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  Description

  I have a house in Northern Tuscany, about an hour and 20 minutes north of Pisa where I spend every Summer. I have been maintaining it and renovating the space for the last 2 years - mostly alone and with some help from locals. Every year, in June I go for a week or two to prepare the house for the Summer. This year I would like some help with this- cleaning and painting the terrace, cutting the wisteria, weeding and some general DIY in the house too. I can provide a nice space to stay, food and company (if desired). The area is stunning. Surrounded by lush hills, rivers and small villages dotted in the landscape. Near to some beautiful historic towns such as Fivizzano, Pietra Santa and Sarzana. It's 30 mins from Massa-Carrara and the Ligurian coast. For the particular week I am seeking help, I will be working days with a local builder/friend laying decking. I will be on site to help all week.

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Politics / Social justice

  

  Videography

  

  Culture

  

  Sustainability

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Self development

  

  Charity work

  

  Writing

  

  Carpentry

  

  History

  

  Music

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Books

  

  Art & design

  

  Cooking & food

  

  Photography

  

  Performing arts

  

  Drawing & painting

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Fitness

  

  Beach

  

  Mountain

  

  Nature

  

  Water sports

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Hiking

  

  Cycling
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I'm a photographer/artist/musician. I've been spending Summers in this area for over 30 years so I know it very well. I can share my knowledge of photography with guests and recommend great places to visit in the area. I also love to cook (I'm a vegetarian).

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  Help

  I'll be needing help with weeding the terrace/garden area, cutting back the house entrance wisteria, cleaning and painting the terrace and steps, painting and decorating in the cantina and house and some general clearing and organising. Some or these tasks I can help with but mostly I'll be setting you up and letting you get on with it. I will be around doing other jobs at the same time.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  I'm happy to help with conversation outside of working hours, as long as there is enough English known to communicate on some level.
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  Accommodation

  A very comfortable 3 - bedroom house with beautiful views of the hills. You will have your own bedroom, kitchen/diner, bathroom, sitting room and balcony with stunning views. I will provide lunch for you every day you work and some fruit and basic food for breakfast and to cook an evening meal for yourself in your accommodation space.

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  What else ...

  There are plenty of beautiful walks nearby and a bus service from the village. I can also drive and accompany you to nice spots a few times during the week when I'm not working. It's best to have your own car but It can still work if you don't. I will pick you up from the train station and drop you off at the end of your stay.

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  As long as they are available 4-5 hours a day for some physical work- all is fine.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

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