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Description
We are a family-owned and family-run winery in the heart of the Chianti region. Originally from Switzerland, my parents moved to Badia a Passignano in 1990, where they became early pioneers of sustainable agriculture and later organic winemaking.
In 2019, my wife Stephanie and I joined the adventure, and together we are now shaping the future of our estate.
Alongside our wine and olive oil production, we run a small agriturismo, and we recently opened our Locanda – a cosy combination of restaurant, wine bar, and guest accommodation. Because everything we do is family-driven, you will be working with us in our daily life: in the kitchen, with guests, or doing a tasting. We enjoy sharing our knowledge about wine, food, and rural life in Tuscany – and we love hearing about other cultures in return.
Hosting is not just about help for us. We see it as an exchange: we teach what we know, and we learn from the people who stay with us. Every season brings new languages, new stories, and new ideas, and that is one of the things we value most.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
During your stay, you will be fully immersed in Tuscan life – from local agricultural traditions to authentic regional cuisine. You will have the chance to learn about wine production first-hand, wine presentation and tasting.
Cultural exchange is at the heart of why we host:
you will practise Italian daily while also meeting guests from many different countries, sharing stories, languages and experiences. We are happy to teach you about our local traditions, and we are equally curious to learn from your culture in return.Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
Period: end of March – early November
Location: Badia a Passignano, Tuscany, Italy
Main Tasks:
- Waiting tables / restaurant service
- Assisting in the kitchen (prep work, dishwashing, etc.)
- Welcoming guests, check-in / check-out, guest support during their stay
- Light gardening & general upkeep
Must-Haves:
- Own car (not possible without one)
- Italian at intermediate level or higher
- Availability from end of March – early November
What We Offer:
- Fully equipped private apartment
- Fair pay based on official Italian wage standards
- Lunch included when on shift
- Small, friendly team & a welcoming atmosphere
- A unique experience in a beautiful location
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
We offer a fully equipped private apartment on site (not shared with others). It includes a kitchen, living/dining room, bathroom with shower, and a separate bedroom. The apartment is air-conditioned and has a reliable Wi-Fi connection.
What else ...
We are in the middle of the Tuscan countryside, the place is reachable on asphalted roads, nevertheless a car is indispensable.
In your free time you can visit on of the nearby historic cities like Florence, Siena and San Gimignano or explore the many different wineries in the well known Chianti Classico.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Can possibly accept pets
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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She was engaged, reliable, hardworking, and wonderfully uncomplicated in her way of working. A fast learner, she quickly picked up new tasks and handled them with ease. Her… read more
We were looking for a custodian couple to take care of the location as well as help with the daily business at the restaurant. The couple should be autonomous so that we could hand over the responsibility of the location.
Below are some of the main tasks that Cami and Seba fulfilled:
- Point of… read more
In relation to the place we can say that it is dreamy. Located in the Chianti Classico area, one of the most wonderful regions of Tuscany. The terrace of the… read more
Elena was a fantastic addition to our team. She was always reliable, friendly, and had a great attitude. She was very kind to our guests, and we… read more
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She was engaged, reliable, hardworking, and wonderfully uncomplicated in her way of working. A fast learner, she quickly picked up new tasks and handled them with ease. Her… read more
We were looking for a custodian couple to take care of the location as well as help with the daily business at the restaurant. The couple should be autonomous so that we could hand over the responsibility of the location.
Below are some of the main tasks that Cami and Seba fulfilled:
- Point of… read more
In relation to the place we can say that it is dreamy. Located in the Chianti Classico area, one of the most wonderful regions of Tuscany. The terrace of the… read more
Elena was a fantastic addition to our team. She was always reliable, friendly, and had a great attitude. She was very kind to our guests, and we… read more
We recently finished our season at the Locanda here and, looking back, we can't help but feel very lucky to have had this experience. We… read more
