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We are an Italian family of four (two children of 11 and 8 years) living on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria, after living 3 years and half in Gozo (Malta). Here in Gran Canaria we enjoy the good weather and the sun staying outside all day long, enjoying the sea, the mountain, the hills and all the good things this island can offer.
We are developing a self-sufficient project in the finca where we recently moved in. We need help especially with plants and land management.
We are vegetarians and we provide vegetarian food to the volunteers who have a kitchen for them where to cook. You're free to integrate the diet with meat if you need to, buying it by yourself.
Are you ready to start your Canarian adventure with us? Then join us and enjoy your journey :)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can practice english, italian and spanish.
You can learn from Ale: 3D parametric design, mind maps, speed reading, all about bicycles and more.
You can learn from Giovy: how to draw burning wood or watercoloring, italian cuisine and much more.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Our life project is reaching self-sufficiency and sustainability in our country property. So we need help in agriculture, taking care of the chickens (the girls), building etc in this wonderful location in the north/centre of the island.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Italian: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We provide a wooden cab with a bunk bed for 2, shared kitchen and bathroom
What else ...
You can enjoy the nice Canarian climate, going to seaside and mountains, hiking in the countryside. We can provide a MTB.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 185114378954
Feedback (25)
25 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Matteo) for host
I had bene with him for 3 weeks and I have passed a really good time. Alessandro is a really kind and flexible person. I recommend to stay with him
24 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Matteo)
Matteo and his friend Flavio stayed at our finca 3 weeks.
We had great time together and they did a superb job weeding almost all the land. Highly recommended to all the hosts!
We had great time together and they did a superb job weeding almost all the land. Highly recommended to all the hosts!
(Excellent
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24 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Stefanie ) for host
I had an amazing time at the finca! Giovy and Alessandro welcomed me like family, and I learned so much about home renovations and the italian culture. I will cherish my time here forever and have so many good memories of the finca, the family, and exploring Gran Canaria. Lory and Leo are hilarious and so sweet, best kids ever! Hope to visit soon… read more
24 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefanie )
One of the best experiences ever...Stefanie has always a big nice mile for everyone, always ready to help and she comes loaded with good vibes and good will. She was God sent, and she gave us a really helping hand in many tasks, wherever she was needed. Leo&Lory loved her from the very beginning and we spent unforgettable time together. Hope to… read more
(Excellent
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31 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (MacRae) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with the family. They were great about including me in their plans and showing me around the Island. There was a good balance of work and free time. I also know a lot more about authentic Italian Pizza. (I'm so sorry I completely forgot to review earlier).
30 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (MacRae)
MacRae stayed just one week with us but we can't forget her. Hope to meet you again Macarena!
(Excellent
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25 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Matteo) for host
I had bene with him for 3 weeks and I have passed a really good time. Alessandro is a really kind and flexible person. I recommend to stay with him
24 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Matteo)
Matteo and his friend Flavio stayed at our finca 3 weeks.
We had great time together and they did a superb job weeding almost all the land. Highly recommended to all the hosts!
We had great time together and they did a superb job weeding almost all the land. Highly recommended to all the hosts!
(Excellent)
24 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Stefanie ) for host
I had an amazing time at the finca! Giovy and Alessandro welcomed me like family, and I learned so much about home renovations and the italian culture. I will cherish my time here forever and have so many good memories of the finca, the family, and exploring Gran Canaria. Lory and Leo are hilarious and so sweet, best kids ever! Hope to visit soon… read more
24 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefanie )
One of the best experiences ever...Stefanie has always a big nice mile for everyone, always ready to help and she comes loaded with good vibes and good will. She was God sent, and she gave us a really helping hand in many tasks, wherever she was needed. Leo&Lory loved her from the very beginning and we spent unforgettable time together. Hope to… read more
(Excellent)
31 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (MacRae) for host
I really enjoyed my stay with the family. They were great about including me in their plans and showing me around the Island. There was a good balance of work and free time. I also know a lot more about authentic Italian Pizza. (I'm so sorry I completely forgot to review earlier).
30 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (MacRae)
MacRae stayed just one week with us but we can't forget her. Hope to meet you again Macarena!
(Excellent)
30 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucian)
Nice easy going guy very helpful and communicative!
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lucian) for host
I stayed just over a week at Alessandro and Giovy s finca and it was such a nice experience. I had the chance to have a cultural exchange with Alessandro and his Italian friends who will come to help, to play with Leo and Lory two amazing kids with a lot of curiosity and super smarts and to explore the area where the finca is located.
The work was… read more
The work was… read more
30 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel & Elena)
Samuel and Elena had been of such great help, especially in the building of a wooden cab for the next volunteers. Come back whenever you like guys!
(Excellent)
4 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jules) for host
A great experience! Alessandro and his family are very welcoming and friendly. The work I did at the finca was pleasant, varied and gave me free time to visit the island. I'd recommend it.
1 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jules)
Jules stayed at our finca one week- He helped a lot and he's a very nice guy.
Hope to host you again!
Hope to host you again!
(Excellent)
3 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
James helped us at the finca for one week. Very nice and helpful guy
(Excellent)
1 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruth)
Ruth stayed at our finca one week. She helped passionately with woodworking mainly.
We hope to have her again in the future!
We hope to have her again in the future!
(Excellent)
22 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Stefano) for host
My feedback comes a bit later because I didn't log in this month, I have a great time with Alessandro and his family. I stay in their finca two weeks. The first week I was only by myself taking care of veggie garden, trees and chickens. The second one I work with Alessandro in the garden, easy working like gardening watering and so on. We also do… read more
6 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefano)
Stefano was of great help and absolutely trustworthy. Absolutely recommended to all hosts!
(Excellent)
18 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Martijn & Vio) for host
This is a beautiful place. On the slopes of surprisingly green mountains lays this little paradise, filled with sweet fruits, stunning views, silence and a heartwarming host. We where lovingly taken in with our twin babies.
They days had good rithem for us, with a good variety of work.
Thank you for all!
Viola, Elelio, Lovlit and Martijn
They days had good rithem for us, with a good variety of work.
Thank you for all!
Viola, Elelio, Lovlit and Martijn
21 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Martijn & Vio)
Martijin and Viola were very helpful in our finca. They and their beautiful twins also brought great energy and joy. We hope to have you back with us soon!
(Excellent)
8 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Deniss)
Simply one of the best workawayers ever!
We had a great connection from the beginning.
Deniss really did great with all the tasks.
He's also a great guitarist so we had the pleasure to listen to live concerts.
We miss you, come again!
We had a great connection from the beginning.
Deniss really did great with all the tasks.
He's also a great guitarist so we had the pleasure to listen to live concerts.
We miss you, come again!
(Excellent)
19 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Deniss) for host
I stayed on Alessandro's finca for three weeks. The finca is located in a beautiful place with a fantastic view. From there you can easily go exploring the nature or visit the nearby villages. The climate is absolutely perfect in the North of the island. The work consisted of doing tasks around the orchard such as weeding, pruning, collecting… read more
2 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mateusz & Magdalena ) for host
Allesandro is very kind, trustworthy and peaceful person. We had beautiful three weeks at his finca in the mountains. Location is perfect for people who wants to spend a time with nature, wonderful views and a lot of hiking paths.
There is a big orange garden and a lot of work to do. Work was always in nice atmosphere.
We appreciate this… read more
There is a big orange garden and a lot of work to do. Work was always in nice atmosphere.
We appreciate this… read more
30 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mateusz & Magdalena )
Mateusz & Magdalena stayed at our finca almost one month.
We had a very good communication from the very beginning till the final goodbye hugs.
They helped a lot, they were always asking how to do it more.
We felt very lucky to host them and we really hope to have them again.
Good luck guys for your next adventures!
We had a very good communication from the very beginning till the final goodbye hugs.
They helped a lot, they were always asking how to do it more.
We felt very lucky to host them and we really hope to have them again.
Good luck guys for your next adventures!
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Florian ) for host
I spent three weeks with this family and it was a very nice experience, I was able to learn a lot of things and it was very interesting.😁
Ales is a very nice and interesting person, I also had the chance to discover the island of Gran Canaria and I really loved it.
thank you for everything again😉
Ales is a very nice and interesting person, I also had the chance to discover the island of Gran Canaria and I really loved it.
thank you for everything again😉
1 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian )
Farm help position
Florian stayed with us in our finca for almost 3 weeks and was a great helper. With a smile and good will, he mulched almost all of our fruit trees, moving an endless number of wheelbarrows of fertile earth, cutting kaktus, watering, etc. He also participated in the beginning of the construction work of a wooden mezzanine,… read more
Florian stayed with us in our finca for almost 3 weeks and was a great helper. With a smile and good will, he mulched almost all of our fruit trees, moving an endless number of wheelbarrows of fertile earth, cutting kaktus, watering, etc. He also participated in the beginning of the construction work of a wooden mezzanine,… read more
(Excellent)
6 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eden )
Eden is such a nice, well educated girl...She got really well with Leo&Lory that just loved her from the very first moment. She was always ready to help. Children have nice memories of the time they spent together going to the park, playing table-games and just hanging together sooo good!
Always happy to share our family's moments with such nice… read more
Always happy to share our family's moments with such nice… read more
(Excellent)
4 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eden ) for host
I spent two weeks with this kind family and felt very welcome as soon as I arrived. Their home is beautiful and a great location to explore the island from. Leo and Lory’s English is amazing and they are both very clever, I had a great time sharing thoughts and playing games together. Giovy makes wonderful food and I learnt lots during my stay. It… read more
20 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Aja Mel)
This lovely girl was really a a big help and the children loved her from the very first time. She is so skilled with children I dare say, so well-mannered and polite. You can see that she puts love in everything she does
Despite her young age you can bring up any topic and we had really nice conversations and jokes sitting all together at the… read more
Despite her young age you can bring up any topic and we had really nice conversations and jokes sitting all together at the… read more
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Aja Mel) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and I couldn’t have asked for a better family. They were so welcoming and kind and helpful and I felt very accepted into the family. Giovy is a great cook, and every meal I had was amazing. It was always nice talking with her and learning about cooking and the best places to visit on the island. The boys are… read more
19 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex Andrei)
Undoubtedly one of the best workawayers ever!
Sympathetic, empathetic, versatile and able to help in all activities.
Strong and tireless, both at work and playing with the children.
We hope to see you again soon Alex!
Sympathetic, empathetic, versatile and able to help in all activities.
Strong and tireless, both at work and playing with the children.
We hope to see you again soon Alex!
(Excellent)
30 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alex Andrei) for host
Where i can start from?
Alessandro's family is generous, friendly and respectfull. Giovanna, his wife it's a great mother and her food is delicious (vegan food as well). They have 2 beautiful kids, Leonardo and Lorenzo.
They're very nice and lively.
In my free time i loved to spend some time with them, feeling like a kid again.
The work at the… read more
Alessandro's family is generous, friendly and respectfull. Giovanna, his wife it's a great mother and her food is delicious (vegan food as well). They have 2 beautiful kids, Leonardo and Lorenzo.
They're very nice and lively.
In my free time i loved to spend some time with them, feeling like a kid again.
The work at the… read more
19 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvia)
Silvia was with us only one week but she left her mark. She helped us in the kitchen as well as with the plants. Talking to her about the most disparate topics is a pleasure! We look forward to seeing you for a longer period!
(Excellent)
31 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Silvia) for host
My workaway with Ale was amazing, also thanks to the great people that he surrounds with. Working at the finca was intense and satisfying, I hope the lemon and orange trees will do better after my pruning... I could stay just for one week, but I hope I'll go back soon, so I can meet Giovanna, Leonardo and Lorenzo.
Viva la finca!! (Y el barranco… read more
Viva la finca!! (Y el barranco… read more
16 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Tatenda)
We hit it off from the very first time and this lovely girl ended up staying with us for 1 month and half despite she scheduled to stay only two weeks when she came. Very well mannered and always smiling, Tatenda was ready to help whenever she was asked to. She enjoyed a lot the life in Gran Canaria and we get along really well. We hope you will… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Tatenda) for host
I had such a amazing first workaday experience with Ale, Giovy Leo and Lory! They all made me feel like a part of the family immediately and I felt so comfortable and relaxed. I was only meant to stay for two weeks but ended up extending my trip for seven weeks as I was really enjoying my time with the family and on the island, there is lots to do… read more
17 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Maddie ) for host
I had such a wonderful time in Gran Canaria with this family. Leo and Lory are great kids, super energetic and love playing games, reading stories and playing outside. Their English is absolutely fantastic!
Ale and Giovy were super welcoming, including me in all their invitations, including a friend’s wedding! Giovy also makes delicious Italian… read more
Ale and Giovy were super welcoming, including me in all their invitations, including a friend’s wedding! Giovy also makes delicious Italian… read more
12 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Maddie )
We spent 5 weeks with Maddie and they just flew by! Maddie is very polite, nice, and always smiling. She was able to entertain the children in a fun and educational way, reading stories, playing cards, teaching them to read and write in English and going for long walks. One evening she cooked a typical English dish for us! We really had a great… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Elisabeth) for host
I stayed with this lovely family in total for 3 weeks with a little break in between. It was a blessing to meet these people because they let me feel like a family member from the very start.
Leo and Lory are really cute and bright children who never lose their energy. We took some exciting trips together, did nice artistic lessons, played… read more
Leo and Lory are really cute and bright children who never lose their energy. We took some exciting trips together, did nice artistic lessons, played… read more
8 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisabeth)
We had a very good impression of Elli from the very first video call; impression more than confirmed during the 2 + 1 weeks spent together.
She is a very mature girl considering she is just almost 19 years old.
She is looking for authentic experiences and relationships, she has completely immersed herself in family life without sparing herself,… read more
She is a very mature girl considering she is just almost 19 years old.
She is looking for authentic experiences and relationships, she has completely immersed herself in family life without sparing herself,… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Viviane)
First and foremost Viviane is a jack of all trades as she describes herself in the profile.
She is one of the best nanny we had: funny, sweet, reliable and she fit the mold very well!
We absolutely recommend her, no doubt about it! Good and funny memories of the time spent together!
All the best dear friend and we hope to see you again one day
She is one of the best nanny we had: funny, sweet, reliable and she fit the mold very well!
We absolutely recommend her, no doubt about it! Good and funny memories of the time spent together!
All the best dear friend and we hope to see you again one day
(Excellent)
14 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Viviane) for host
What a wonderful experience with this fun, funky, and absolutely endearing family. The boys speak English very well and are very bright, young minds with lots of energy. Gio cooks incredible Italian food and Ale makes some of the strongest coffee I've ever had :) You'll be fully immersed in their family and have the opportunity to learn about… read more
23 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Natalie) for host
I had the most wonderful time staying with the most beautiful family! Thank you so much Giovanna, Alessandro, Leo and Lory (and also Simone). My time here was spent mainly speaking English with the children, lots of playing (Uno is definitely a favourite) also helping out with some gardening. On weekends we went on trips out to different parts of… read more
1 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie)
We had a wonderful experience with Natalie. She is very very helpful and she is always carrying on a beautiful smile. You can trust her 100%, and can't wait to host her again since we got along so well that all the family is missing her. She is patient and calm, we enjoyed her good company and having our meals togheter.
Thanks a lot to have shared… read more
Thanks a lot to have shared… read more
(Excellent)
7 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Bri & Ann Marie) for host
I stayed with this family for 3 weeks in September. They are very kind and funny. I helped primarily with the children, Leo and Lorenzo, who stole my heart from day one. Though I know they are moving soon, their house is beautiful and I had my own room/bathroom. They were kind enough to invite me to explore the Island with them on the weekends,… read more
6 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Bri & Ann Marie)
Bri is an exceptional nanny with very special skills for children. We were very lucky to meet her and we spent three beautiful quiet weeks together. The kids really had a great time with her. She is also a very good cook and has also cooked delicious vegetarian dishes for us !!
We hope to have you again to lend your precious hand and wish you all… read more
We hope to have you again to lend your precious hand and wish you all… read more
(Excellent)
18 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
Alexandra is a lovely girl God sent!! We enjoyed the time together and we had a great time. She is lovely, caring, and a hard worker, for sure we can recommend her to all the host families :). She became part of the family and we cannot wait to spend time together again. Love XXX and all the best for your studies ;)
(Excellent)
11 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
I stayed with Giovanna, Alessandro, Leonardo and Lorenzo for two weeks and I really enjoyed my time with them! They are such a nice family and Leonardo and Lorenzo are too cute!
I helped them in the garden, in the house and I played with their sons :)
They eat good and healthy food and I like their attitudes toward life. Oh, as I haven't read it… read more
I helped them in the garden, in the house and I played with their sons :)
They eat good and healthy food and I like their attitudes toward life. Oh, as I haven't read it… read more
29 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Emily & Madeleine) for host
I spent three weeks with this lovely family in Gran Canaria and it was simply awesome! Giovy and Ale are two very nice and cheerful people and I enjoyed being with them and eating yummy pasta hahah. Their sons are so cute and they´ve stolen my heart from the very beginning.
My task was to help them a bit in the morning by renovating their… read more
My task was to help them a bit in the morning by renovating their… read more
19 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Simone) for host
I spent two months at home of this beautiful family have been two very fun months, the children Leonardo and Lorenzo are really loving. Giovanna is a great cook, an excellent mother and a great friend. I spent a lot of time with Alessandro, both professionally and amicably. In a few days we immediately became excellent friends. I miss everyone… read more
19 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Simone)
Simone is such a good boy, hard worker and a very nice person. We had such a good time with him. For sure we'll meet again. Highly recommended to all the hosts!
(Excellent)
23 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Raven)
Raven is the most lovely girl you can happen to meet on workaway! she is nice, polite, responsible and very helpful with us. She took care of ours kids and she learned to cook our special recipies, so there are indeed signs of good will in all what she did! We had a great time together and can't wait to see her again. Surely we reccomend her to… read more
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host
I have had the most wonderful time with this family, even though it was a short but sweet stay, I still had enough time to get to know the family. I was so blessed to have met you guys and your beautiful children, thank you for having me x
12 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Tanja) for host
12 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Tanja)
(Negative)
