Organic gardening on the slopes of Mount Etna, Italy

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29/09/2020
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2020

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Hi,
my place is located on the south slope of Etna, a few kms away from Nicolosi village. In the place there is a a small vineyard and a garden with different veg depending on the season, e.g. aubergines, onions, beans, tomatoes, pumpkins, courgettes, peppers, broccoli, cabbages etc, plus e few fruit trees as peach, pear, cherry, apricot, apple, almond. A double room with breakfast is offered, and would need general help in the field and in the house depending on the season. During spare time you could visit Etna, Catania and the surrounding. When free I'll be happy to show you around, bring you up on the Etna, exchange language etc.
You may be helping with flexible schedule, I mean during mornings or afternoons or some full days with some other completely off, either together or on your own, and depending on the season either in the field or in the house and generally it's a good mix of all the above...( plus basic participation on day to day stuff in order to keep the place tidy and clean).
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
General Maintenance
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
During the time off, guests can go for walks around the area, visit the nearby towns (Pedara, Trecastagni, Nicolosi). By bus it's possible to get to Catania, Taormina, Siracusa.
Help
depending on the season either in the field or in the house and generally it's a good mix of all the above...
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Russian: Beginner
Accommodation
Private room
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
4-5 per day, six days per week, with flexible schedule, e.g. morning or afternoon or, when possible, a full day followed by a full day off etc.

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Feedback left by and about host (49)

28/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Aino)

Aino is a nice, curious, responsable, lovely, superfit girl. Always willing to help and accurate in carrying on indipendently what needed to be done. A real pleasure hanging with her in the spare time too, playing games and having interesting and funny conversations.
Always welcome in my place. No doubt about a big thumb up for her and a five-star… read more

(Excellent )

19/04/2019

Left by Workawayer (Aino) for host

I had the pleasure to spend two weeks in Angelo's beautiful house. Angelo was a great host: we had interesting conversations, he taught me a lot of Italian language and culture, took me out for hiking and was always smiling and eager to help. The work was versatile and fair, mostly gardening tasks. The place was really peaceful and the surrounding… read more

(Excellent )

13/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabrielle)

A pleasure having Gabrielle in my place and a pleasure writing a feedback for her. During her stay she's always demonstrated responsibility, great commitment and to be ready to help in whatever needed. Gabrielle has proven to be capable of working under unfamiliar situations and use her creativity when needed with high level of adaptability both… read more

(Excellent )

23/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gabrielle) for host

Angelo was a fantastic host and I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to the world of working away. The first few days of my week there overlapped with another workawayer's visit; it was great meeting her as well and her company made the weeding and pruning work more enjoyable. The three of us had great conversations over meals and… read more

(Excellent )

11/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Tereza) for host

Angelo is a wonderful guy, had such a lovely time at his place and felt 100% comfortable as a solo female traveller which is very important to me! had the chance to see a bit of the volcanic countryside thanks to him, plus some surrounding cities in sicily which was also great- felt very welcome and part of the household with enjoyable… read more

(Excellent )

29/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Stacy)

Stacy is a lovely girl going for an enviable trip around the world. During her stay she helped out around the property in various areas, e.g. sanding and painting a handrail, taking care of the vineyard, weeding.
While carrying out the tasks, she was always ready to put herself in something new, anyhow willing to finish the job and showing… read more

(Excellent )

25/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Stacy) for host

Angelo was such a wonderful host to me! I stayed with him for about a week and a half and I feel so lucky and incredibly grateful for my time I had with him! He was so friendly and always looking out for me and making sure I wasn't working too hard! His home is lovely and the work was pretty easy and simple, I felt more like a guest most of the… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Melida & Pia)

Pia and Melida are two nice, energetic, responsible, animal lovers :) and always ready-to-help girls. They were the first workawayers of the season to come to my place so, waiting for them, there was a general mess in the vineyard, in the garden and, in general, in all outdoor areas. Always with proactive and positive attitude, they helped then… read more

(Excellent )

30/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Melida & Pia) for host

To work with Angelo was always good and funny! He is a polite man with a nice sense of humor. We laughed a lot together and had interesting conversations about traveling. The work was fair and not to hard. We weeded and cleaned a few places around his house, chopped wood, repaired the fence. After work Angelo took his time to teach us how to make… read more

(Excellent )

12/02/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kenny & Tanja )

I was lucky in having Kenny and Tanja helping me out in my place.
They are two nice friends travelling together around Europe and eager to get the best from the workaway experience.
During their stay, they were very helpful working around the house both by themselves and together with me. Either way they proved to be hard working, responsible and… read more

(Excellent )

10/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kenny & Tanja ) for host

Angelo is a great host. He was our first host via workaway and this first experience could not have been better. As one of his trees was uprooted during a storm we were asked to help him cleaning the area and chopping the tree as well as the branches. Furthermore, we weeded his beds and removed some smaller trees so he can plant new ones. The… read more

(Excellent )

09/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Tatiana)

I strongly recommend Natalia as guests. If you’d like to have around a super active person, always with positive attitude towards things and the new day, proactive, clean, tidy, ready to learn, with whom sharing also interesting conversations, good lough, then Natalia is the one. Many many thanks for your help Tatiana and for nice atmosphere you… read more

(Excellent )

06/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Tatiana) for host

Welcoming, understanding, considerate, kind, with excellent sense of humor, open-minded, caring and interesting person. I stayed at Angelo’s only for 10 days. It was my first experience as workawayer , I find that very positive and informative. The work was simple - weeding, cleaning around the house and in the backrooms, grape harvest. It brought… read more

(Excellent )

21/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Bernhard & Katharina) for host

Angelo was a great host, because he wanted us to feel well and often gave us a lift to the next villages. He was also very understanding especially when Katharina was ill (thanks!). His English is quite good, so there wasn't any problem regarding communication. Our room was really comfortable, since when there weren't any guests we could use his B… read more

(Very good )

17/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (scarlett)

Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute

(No show)

22/07/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Carol)

Carol is a very curious person, interested in learning new things and always puts her best to succeed in the tasks.
She’s also of very good company and it was nice to spend time with her. Thumb up and always welcome at the centre

(Excellent )

25/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Carol) for host

as my first workaway experience it will always be special! Angelo is a very patient and generous host, always "checking in" to make sure you are good and happy! We prepared the gardens by pulling many weeds and then planted aubergines and peppers. It's a very peaceful, outdoor work opportunity. Angelo is also available to teach you Italian and… read more

(Excellent )

20/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren)

It was a pleasure having Lauren here. She's a very sociable and easy going person and helped a lot around a place during here stay. As patient English teacher, she also helped with some fossilized errors I used to make and that often ended up in some philosophical conversation I enjoyed much indeed.
Wishing all the best for you Lauren. Someday I… read more

(Very good )

18/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Lauren) for host

(Very good )

04/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Friederike) for host

When we remember the time at this place, it makes us smile. Angelo was the the most likeable, easy going, generous host we had over our 8 month - trip through Europe. We don't want to repeat the things that are already said here, but sharing some memories as exploring the neighbourhood together with a gang of "wild" dogs, playing soccer with the… read more

(Excellent )

18/02/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Friederike)

Charlotte and Friederike are just special,
They have spent one month in my place and by all means, really two special workawayers,
Special in the way they take care of things and carry out tasks.
Despite the young age, they are both responsible, proactive, and quite perfectionist in what they do.
As very practical, organized and quick… read more

(Excellent )

26/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Miranda) for host

We stayed at Angelo's for a little over a week and enjoyed our time there. Our work was varied and Angelo was very flexible regarding the work schedule. Angelo is a super nice guy and we loved being able to learn how to make some traditional Sicilian products and meeting all his family!

(Very good )

18/10/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (christine)

Christine is definitely one of the best guest I have had since I am on workaway.
When Christine arrived here there were different projects going on in the place and she threw herself into every job with enthusiasm and willingness
She is very organised and the quality of her work was always excellent and carried out with care, enthusiasm and… read more

(Excellent )

25/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (christine) for host

I stayed at Angelo's for 2 weeks and I had the time of my life! It was exactly what I expected. Relaxing work, relaxing atmosphere, meeting his family, having enough time for myself. It is difficult to describe it in just a few words how great it was. Angelo was kind enough to show me the area and encouraged me to take it easy and relax in between… read more

(Excellent )

23/05/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Janet)

Janet is a nice and easy going person. During her stay she took care of the garden doing some weeding and helping tidying up after some pruning and in the house too with some major cleaning.
Her passion are horses and animals in general, but she proved to be of great help regardless of what actually needed.
Hard worker, perfectionist, discrete… read more

(Excellent )

27/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Janet) for host

I stayed at Angelo's for a week and really enjoyed my time there. He is a friendly and generous host who loves to share his favorite Sicilian foods. I helped in the garden and did some work in the house. He was generous with his time and brought me to on hikes to see Etna and gave me rides to town when I needed to go, giving me suggestions of… read more

(Excellent )

22/01/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Anne & Jordan)

It’s been a fortune and a pleasure having Ann and Jordan over. They spent about three weeks in my place and we did get manage to get lots of things done with their help.
Ann was of great help organizing and tiding up stuff around the place. She also helped with some planting and weeding in the garden, other than cooking and experimenting in the… read more

(Excellent )

03/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host

What's the story!
I spent two weeks at Angelos place in mid July and had a really good time! It's a beautiful rural location on the south slope of Etna close to the two little towns, Nicolosi and Pedara.
The work was what some people might call monotonous as it was mainly weeding and general maintenance, but I found it calming and therapeutic… read more

(Excellent )

12/06/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Viktoria)

I was very lucky in having Viktoria in my place. Not just ‘cause she helped in what needed to be done while she was over, but also because is an interesting and nice person to have around filing the place with her good mood. She likes to get her hands dirty in the garden and around the house but I got also chance to try some delicious recipes of… read more

(Excellent )

06/06/2014

Left by Workawayer (Viktoria) for host

It was nice to spend 2 weeks of May in the garden of paradise on the slope of Etna. I enjoyed working around the house, eating lunch under the sun, playing with Asia, trying different Italian food and visiting many nice places around showed by Angelo. I even managed to experience snowstorm on Etna, but mostly the weather was sunny during these… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Shannon)

Shannon is a very nice girl and has been of great help while here in my place. Definitely a hard worker and a pro when it comes to cleaning but really helpful in the garden too and always determined to finish what has started. Quite good in the kitchen too as made me try couple of jammy recipes. Thanks again for your help Shazz and all the best… read more

(Excellent )

21/03/2014

Left by Workawayer (Shannon) for host

This was my first workaway, I spent 10 days with Angelo and had a really great time. He is very relaxed and friendly host. i was sick for a few days and he was very understanding and helpful!! I wish him all the luck in the world with his dreams for the house and garden! thanks!

(Excellent )

23/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Leandra)

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(Negative )

22/03/2014

Left by Workawayer (hanne) for host

'in theory' angelo would possibly start … in theory this is a great place to do a workaday. beautyful house with a wonderful sight onto the bay of catania, due to it's position at the foot of the etna on 700m -what a place for geologist to live- nice little vineyard with some fruit trees and vegetable beds and an owner who reflects a lot what he… read more

(Very good )

22/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (hanne)

Hanne is a power of nature. I hosted her for two weeks during her amazing trip from Sicily back to Germany on foot. During her stay she helped me by thoroughly looking after the garden and keeping the place up and tidy. Unfortunately I was pretty busy when she was here and couldn’t go with her showing the surrounding much. She also took part at my… read more

(Very good )

20/11/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Andy)

Andy stayed in my place for about two weeks and was of great help.It's impressing how he can get things done despite the disability he's got on his arm. He's also an interesting guy and I enjoyed our conversation around the talbe. I guess you are still travelling around Europe Andy...All the best and I hope you'll stop by should you get back to… read more

(Excellent )

20/11/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Dana & Charlene)

I am glad I finally got to get Charlene and Dana in my place. It took a while to find matching periods of time as they were going through that fantastic trip around Europe and Italy and I was not able to commit anything far in advance. Finally they staied a couple of weeks in my place and can't say anything but positive things about them. They… read more

(Excellent )

25/08/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Mayuko)

It was a great pleasure having Mayuko at my place and I definitely wish she could have stayed longer.
She thoroughly went through what needed to be done and was determined to finishing off once started.
She also brought a slice of Japan in my place, being discrete, hard worker and patient in satisfying my cuirosity about her culture, teaching… read more

(Excellent )

20/08/2013

Left by Workawayer (Mayuko) for host

I spent about 2 weeks at Angelo's in August. It was....GREAT, he is a great host! He is generous and easy going, he takes care of his guest from his heart.
The farm is beautiful, in the quiet location and even during August it has good breeze. The work was not difficult but very enjoyable. He took me to many places, to Etna, nearby crater, beach,… read more

(Excellent )

12/06/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Tereza)

It was a pleasure to have Teresa staying in my place helping out.
She is very nice person, amiable, friendly, hard worker and always there to help. Despite what said in her feedback, she helped a lot going through day to day tasks both in the garden and in the house. We had very good time together and she also cooked some delicious Czech dishes.… read more

(Excellent )

26/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Tereza) for host

I spent one week of August at Angelo's house and I had really great time. There wasn't much to do, since the vine wasn't ready, so for me it was more like holiday, cultural exchange. We had great time eating the delicious italian food and talking by the table. The house is beautiful and the worktime flexible. Angelo do everything he can to make… read more

(Very good )

11/06/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Julie)

Julie is an open, interesting and extrovert person, full of energy and enthusiasm for helping. She is precise and careful and actually enjoying helping out.
Julie was also ready to teach me some French and prepare some Belgium dishes but unfortunatelly we didn't really have time to taste her recipies. I really enjoyed her company and having her… read more

(Excellent )

10/06/2013

Left by Workawayer (Julie) for host

i juste come back from 3-4 days at Angelo's !!! he's the really best host you can have! first he invited me in emergency (i asked him 3 days before), then he showed me everything around, made me taste sicilian dishes and his wine (thanks again). Work was really enjoyable : taking care of the vineyard, weeding, some ironing also ;). his place is… read more

(Excellent )

25/03/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Nora)

Dora was of great help in my place, taking care of the vineyard plus bits and pieces here and there. She made me also try hungarian dishes. Thank you.

(Very good )

18/02/2013

Left by Workawayer (Nora) for host

Angelo does a huge work around his house and garden, which is just halfway between the sea and Mount Etna. I was there for two weeks in the beginning of February - that is springtime here - the birds are singing, but still can be a bit chilly. I did some early spring work around the wineyard wich was quite a challange for me, but I did my best. I… read more

(Very good )

21/01/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Annabel)

It's been great have Annabel and her friend here. Unfortunately they were in my place during the coldest weeks of the winter, and as it happened I was a bit busy with different things those days but Annabel turned out to be tireless and always enthusiastic. Did an excellent job in cleaning, tidying up and bringing back to normality good part of… read more

(Excellent )

27/12/2012

Left by Workawayer (Annabel) for host

We had a wonderful time staying with Angelo in Sicily! His property is close to two sweet little towns, and a bus ride from both Catania and the beautiful Mt. Etna. Angelo gave us great advice and even lent us cold weather clothes to climb the volcano. During our time we him we worked on clearing his property after some renovations, some winter… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Theresa)

Theresa has been of great help in my place. She is proactive, quick learner, easy going, discrete and always with a can do attitude. I have also learnt interesting and peculiar things about German culture. She also proved to be a good teacher as we had Italian and German language exchange classes during her stay. Definitely thumbs up!

(Excellent )

25/10/2012

Left by Workawayer (Theresa) for host

to live at angelo's place was a graet experience wich i'll never forget !angelo is a very uncomplicated and sympatic guy wich was open-minded, interessted in my culture and we had some really funny evenings together. during this month he hosted me we have done lots of things together, he told me interesting things about sicily and shows me the… read more

(Excellent )

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