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I worked abroad and have a deep respect for animals and nature! Thus I adopted a few dogs. Need help to take care of them and the property, I leave in this house, which is an old firm I restored over 10 years ago. It is close to a village and the beach, in the meantime offers calm and relaxation. I agree with each single guests on terms and conditions, sometimes the work is really little, being a firm natural events are followed so if it rains usually there is not much to do. Some guests come here to work online, and prefer to arrange by themselves their food some are provided with basic and when/ifI cook I can invite them to share a meal.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
To love nature, and discover the historical sites the area offers, as well as the gastronomy...
Help
to take care of the dogs...give them food and affection, help in the garden, farm and general houses maintenance
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Studio within the house, fully indipendent with own kitchen, bathroom and terrace
What else ...
I already used this site and a person came to help, 3 years ago, he comes back every year since then….
The properties are located in the western part of Sicily, in Trapani area, which is a wonderful area both landscape and nature wise, as well as from a cultural perspective...You can visit Greek temples, middle age towns, Phoenician ruins, as well sandy and rocky beaches with crystalline water ....
The food is fantastic and you'll be in love with it....
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Of course I can
Space for parking camper vans
There is a very pleasant parking area
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 242692224756
Feedback (30)
2 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Izabela & Zofia ) for host
Our stay with Maria was very interesting and nice experience, we worked in her beautiful garden in the company of her five wonderful dogs. We easily high hitched to Trapani and to beautiful Marsala. Maria showed us around Trapani and helped with organizing our trips. She insisted that we take advantage of the beautiful weather and take breaks.… read more
2 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ariane & Adrian) for host
Wir hatten eine großartige Zeit bei Maria Teresa und konnten sie während der Olivenernte unterstützen.
Sie ist eine unkomplizierte, charismatische und kommunikative Gastgeberin, bei der man sich sofort wohlfühlt. Sie war zudem sehr hilfsbereit, sei es beim Einkaufen, bei Fahrten oder wenn es um Tipps zur Region ging. Sie und ihre Schwester… read more
Sie ist eine unkomplizierte, charismatische und kommunikative Gastgeberin, bei der man sich sofort wohlfühlt. Sie war zudem sehr hilfsbereit, sei es beim Einkaufen, bei Fahrten oder wenn es um Tipps zur Region ging. Sie und ihre Schwester… read more
28 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Tessa & Emma) for host
(feedback avec beaucoup de retard :)) avons passé 2 super semaines chez Maria en septembre , elle est très gentille et très flexible sur les moments pour l'aider ce qui nous permet de visiter les alentours qui ont des paysages magnifiques. Nous avions loué un scooter et c'était très pratique pour se promener car le bus n'est pas très fiable. Maria… read more
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2 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Izabela & Zofia ) for host
Our stay with Maria was very interesting and nice experience, we worked in her beautiful garden in the company of her five wonderful dogs. We easily high hitched to Trapani and to beautiful Marsala. Maria showed us around Trapani and helped with organizing our trips. She insisted that we take advantage of the beautiful weather and take breaks.… read more
2 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Ariane & Adrian) for host
Wir hatten eine großartige Zeit bei Maria Teresa und konnten sie während der Olivenernte unterstützen.
Sie ist eine unkomplizierte, charismatische und kommunikative Gastgeberin, bei der man sich sofort wohlfühlt. Sie war zudem sehr hilfsbereit, sei es beim Einkaufen, bei Fahrten oder wenn es um Tipps zur Region ging. Sie und ihre Schwester… read more
Sie ist eine unkomplizierte, charismatische und kommunikative Gastgeberin, bei der man sich sofort wohlfühlt. Sie war zudem sehr hilfsbereit, sei es beim Einkaufen, bei Fahrten oder wenn es um Tipps zur Region ging. Sie und ihre Schwester… read more
28 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Tessa & Emma) for host
(feedback avec beaucoup de retard :)) avons passé 2 super semaines chez Maria en septembre , elle est très gentille et très flexible sur les moments pour l'aider ce qui nous permet de visiter les alentours qui ont des paysages magnifiques. Nous avions loué un scooter et c'était très pratique pour se promener car le bus n'est pas très fiable. Maria… read more
16 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Karine & Pierrot)
Karine and Pierrot were among the best guests I ever had! Very respectful, polite, discrete and in the meantime always present and ready to help in everything was to be done. They immediately understood what was needed and were always willing to do something, even if not asked for. I really enjoyed their presence at the house and surely they are… read more
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Karine & Pierrot) for host
Our stay at Maria’s was absolutely wonderful. Maria has a heart of gold and was incredibly helpful throughout our time there. She’s deeply involved in her community, dedicating much of her time to caring for stray dogs, including the five she has adopted, who are all delightful. The property itself is spotless, offering stunning views, a vast… read more
20 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Thibault)
It was a great pleasure to have Thibault and Gabrielle here…they were very helpful and always ready to learn new skills.
Very independent and very polite’.
Thank you so much for having spent time with us….
You always welcome, should you feel like coming back
Very independent and very polite’.
Thank you so much for having spent time with us….
You always welcome, should you feel like coming back
(Excellent)
14 Oct 2024
Left by Workawayer (Thibault) for host
Gabrielle and I spent 3 weeks at Maria Teresa’s house. It was such a great experience! Maria Teresa was very attentive to us.
Our tasks were mainly general maintenance and cleaning.
She has 5 adorable dogs – they are so friendly and make you happy with their joyfulness! Each dogs are different and they have their own personality!
We had free… read more
Our tasks were mainly general maintenance and cleaning.
She has 5 adorable dogs – they are so friendly and make you happy with their joyfulness! Each dogs are different and they have their own personality!
We had free… read more
26 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Valentina & Borja)
Valentina and Borja! Some if not the best couple I could met! They are extremely flexible and capable, they could handle every single issue coming up! Their love for nature and animals made her permanence here just perfect. Dynamic and curious about art, culture, gastronomy and nature their enthusiastic attitude is stunning! The dogs and myself… read more
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Valentina & Borja) for host
We spent 3 weeks with Maria Teresa and her lovely dogs, it was our first experience with WH. She lives in a really beautiful place. A place of peace and love with gorgeous nature. You have your own apartment with a lot of space next to the house with lemons, oranges and spontaneous herbs. She was very kind with us, she is super flexible with… read more
30 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Dalma & Didier) for host
Tutto è stato bene. Abbiamo incontrato un gradevole posto, in un villaggio piccolo e carino vicino al mare. Abbiamo condiviso questa casa con tre canne (Luna, Valentina e Lily) bellissime e così dolce e affettuosi, e con cinque gatti anche belli, tranquilli e molto socievoli.
Abbiamo avuto la possibilità di conoscere le città in torno, ci sono i… read more
Abbiamo avuto la possibilità di conoscere le città in torno, ci sono i… read more
4 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Claudio)
Claudio is an interesting person committed to reflection and in the meantime ready to do practical jobs, he was very helpful to me and a great company, loved our intellectual talks and above all its enthusiasm for everything was around him. As well as its politeness and discretion. I strongly recommend Claudio as a reliable and committed person ,… read more
(Excellent)
30 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Claudio) for host
I had a really wonderful time here. Arranging it was easy, Maria keeps it simple and straight-to-the-point. She is very welcoming, and wants you to be happy, comfortable and at ease here. If you agree to stay here, I'd recommend that you are comfortable to be flexible with respect to workdays/hours. Things tend to flow intuitively and you'll be… read more
17 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)
Diana is a vert quote but thoughtful person, she is a pleasure to have her around, always ready to help and interested in learning. I had a very pleasant time with her and I am grateful for the help she gave to me with the olive trees pruning e verso e. I would highly recommend Diana as a reliable and motivated person . Thank you Diana 🙏
(Excellent)
17 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host
I spent one week with Teresa and her lovely four dogs. She lives in a really beautiful place. You have your own apartment with a lot of space next to the house with a small kitchen. The house is surrounded by wonderful nature. She is also super flexibel with working hours in the olive tree fields, so there is enough time to relax or check out the… read more
14 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Giada & Rocco)
Giada and Rocco are extremely pleasant people, I loved their enthusiasm for the simple life and their commitment to help others…people with ethic and values still exist! It was great to have them at the house all went smoothly and they helped in so many different things, including assembling properly a bambù cover x the terrace….I really hope… read more
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Giada & Rocco) for host
Teresa è una persona speciale, piena di affetto e cose da raccontare, ci ha subito accolto a braccia aperte a casa sua, che è un vero angolo di paradiso (grazie anche ai suoi 4 magnifici cani)!!
Tre settimane molto belle, che consigliamo a tutti :)
Teresa is a special person, full of affection and things to tell, she immediately welcomed us… read more
Tre settimane molto belle, che consigliamo a tutti :)
Teresa is a special person, full of affection and things to tell, she immediately welcomed us… read more
13 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana)
I couldn’t meet a better person! Jana just arrived when I was desperately in need for a caring, animals and nature lover as Jana! She was superb so attentive and sweet with the cats and dogs leaving at my parents house, where unfortunately people from WorkawAy had left without notice! I really appreciate immensely Jana who is a special woman… read more
(Excellent)
12 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jana) for host
That was my very first workaway and I couldn’t ask for a better one! Maria is a super welcoming and open-minded person and has such a big heart. I stayed in a house which once belonged to her father and took care of the 3 dogs (Luna, Valentina & Lili) and 5 cats (Olivo, Pesca, Titty and the 2 roof cats). Like Maria also the animals are super chill… read more
13 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Dylan)
Dylan is a perfect guests extremely polite, discrete, tidy and in the meantime very responsive and helpful. He did a great job with everything was needed! Also the dogs loved him so much and are still looking for him. It was fabulous to meeting him, never a tension or a misunderstanding everything went so smoothly and it was a real pleasure to… read more
(Excellent)
13 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Dylan) for host
Hi !
I spent two months with Maria and her four dogs.
It is a great place for its peace and quiet.
Maria is very respectful and kind.
Her dogs are amazing and adorable.
You have your own apartment.
You have a bus stop at 2 min and a bike at your disposal to maybe go to see the sunset at 5 min near a small port, (it's very beautiful).
You… read more
I spent two months with Maria and her four dogs.
It is a great place for its peace and quiet.
Maria is very respectful and kind.
Her dogs are amazing and adorable.
You have your own apartment.
You have a bus stop at 2 min and a bike at your disposal to maybe go to see the sunset at 5 min near a small port, (it's very beautiful).
You… read more
25 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Niclas & Franka)
Nikolas and Franka spent a few weeks at the property, they are young and enthusiastic persons, definitely a great help during the olive picking season, they love animals and are very caring ! It was a pleasure to have them around polite and discrete. Highly recommended
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Niclas & Franka) for host
Three wonderful weeks with Maria and her cute dogs! We really can recommend to stay here. We learned a lot and are so happy to had the chance to gain these experiences. We liked the garden work, the help around the olives and of course the cuddling with her dogs. Maria is a very open-minded, friendly and travel experienced woman. Thank you for… read more
27 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Annika & Linus)
Anika and Linus are very pleasant persons, always ready and happy to help! They are polite, competent and enthusiastic! A real pleasure have met them. I highly recommend them as guests and friends
(Excellent)
30 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Annika & Linus) for host
We stayed with Maria for about one and a half months and it was such a wonderful experience for us. We really enjoyed the scenery, the adorable and loving dogs and of course, our new friend Maria.
While we helped taking care of the olive trees and some of the beautiful garden around the house, Maria let us take a lot of time to explore the… read more
While we helped taking care of the olive trees and some of the beautiful garden around the house, Maria let us take a lot of time to explore the… read more
27 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Faith)
Faith came x short time, but the experience was intense and fulfilling! Love her enthusiasm in everything from work to food and sightseeing! She loves life and is ready to help out in anything very positive attitude towards anything comes along…short but extremely positive experience…to be repeated!
(Excellent)
26 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Faith) for host
I stayed a week with Maria Teresa and would love to come back in the future because she is a sincere person. Her eyes show you that she is honest, good-hearted and compassionate towards animals and people of all nations. She has a lot of land with a huge olive grove and fruit trees that she has managed on her own. While here I collected firewood… read more
9 Nov 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Delphine)
Delphine is the person you would always like to have around! Calm, but extremely autonomous and able to think, do and be gentle!
It was a real pleasure to meeting and sharing time and activities with her! It was short but helpful and helpful, she is very fast learning and courageous….what else!!!???Happy to see her again should she wish to come… read more
It was a real pleasure to meeting and sharing time and activities with her! It was short but helpful and helpful, she is very fast learning and courageous….what else!!!???Happy to see her again should she wish to come… read more
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Delphine) for host
La mia esperienza con Maria-Teresa è stata molto positiva sotto molti aspetti. Una bella connessione con lei, i suoi cani, i suoi amici, la sua casa, i suoi ulivi, i suoi fiori, i suoi alberi...
Maria-Teresa ha molto gusto, tanto all'interno della casa quanto all'esterno, dove ha piantato ogni sorta di alberi, arbusti, fiori che rendono questo… read more
Maria-Teresa ha molto gusto, tanto all'interno della casa quanto all'esterno, dove ha piantato ogni sorta di alberi, arbusti, fiori che rendono questo… read more
25 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Bryan) for host
This workaway was wonderul! Why ?
First because Maria Theresa is very kind and comprehensible, her dogs are really nice and the view from the house is incredible.
Then you are next to Trapani and it's really culturally interesting, it's a small place where you can live the real Sicilian Life style! Moreover there is the beach in the city so you… read more
First because Maria Theresa is very kind and comprehensible, her dogs are really nice and the view from the house is incredible.
Then you are next to Trapani and it's really culturally interesting, it's a small place where you can live the real Sicilian Life style! Moreover there is the beach in the city so you… read more
28 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tallulah & Vincenzo) for host
We had the most amazing time with Maria. There was a lot of time to discover this side of Sicily. Staying in the house gave us a very homely feeling and a great experience. It was lovey to be surrounded with the dogs who were always excited to see us!
Thanks!
Thanks!
18 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tallulah & Vincenzo)
It was wonderful to have Vincenzo and Tallula around! Very pleasant, generous, committed and enthusiastic persons!!!!!
Hope to see them again and surely they’ll be welcome anytime here.
Again thank you so much x your great cooperation and collaboration.
Hope to see them again and surely they’ll be welcome anytime here.
Again thank you so much x your great cooperation and collaboration.
(Excellent)
8 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Justine & Geoffrey) for host
Trapani is a stunning place to visited. The location is in the wrong place on the map it is much closer to trapani city. The coastline is fabulous worth spending time there. If you are a digital nomad you won't get time to work online for yourself. Workawayers with breathing problems the studio has a smokey stove which bellows out into the room.… read more
6 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Emanuele) for host
Magnifico posto lavoro e cura e preparazione di legna per l inverno prossimo, Maria è una persona Gentile e brava cuoca ,ottimi piatti e specialitá Trapanesi nel mio soggiorno ho potuto usufruire di frutta carciofi ed agrumi..
Lavoro dinamico / polivalente come riparazioni di oggetti in legno,cura del bnB... ci Sono tre cani in cerca di affetto… read more
Lavoro dinamico / polivalente come riparazioni di oggetti in legno,cura del bnB... ci Sono tre cani in cerca di affetto… read more
12 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Pullmayra)
I could not meet a better guest!!! Pomeyera was just perfect with all she came across, a real animal lover, and an excellent help especially in windows sanding..... I highly recommend her very trustworthy and intelligent, just sorry we didn’t have additional time together!!! You always welcome
(Excellent)
11 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Pullmayra) for host
What to say! My experience staying with Maria Teresa was one I will always remember. She was super welcoming from the get go and there was an ease being in her presence. She is very knowledgable, entertaining and accommodating. Her house is beautiful, its peaceful and just everything one could want. I enjoyed hanging out with Bob and Zorro at her… read more
12 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Pero)
(Negative)
12 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Pero) for host
28 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Dear Anna, so thankful for your nice words full of appreciation....thank you for being so kind and patient with us the dogs and all....
I really appreciated your visit and your care for Bob and Florio...surely Bob is a special dog and hope you'll come back one day...thanks for everything you did! We miss you..good luck with your trip and give me… read more
I really appreciated your visit and your care for Bob and Florio...surely Bob is a special dog and hope you'll come back one day...thanks for everything you did! We miss you..good luck with your trip and give me… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
I was nearly crying leaving this place. I spent beautiful days of my life there. Accommodation is perfect for relaxation, there is a piece and harmony in the garden, I will always remember cool black nights when I was looking at the sparkling stars. And Bob, a dog who understands everything, was lying at my threshold on my last day there.. It was… read more
19 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Atilio Manoel & Maria Claudia) for host
Info notice: Exchange was cancelled at last minute
3 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Natalie & Grant)
Grant came last minute! He was one of the best, if not the best person to coming to the house! Not only his technical and practical skills, in housing maintenance and construction, as well as gardening, but also as a deep and profound person. You can talk to him about any subject...he has a knowledge of issues in all fields. He gained my trust… read more
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Natalie & Grant) for host
I really enjoyed my workaway here in Sicily, Maria is very kind, welcoming and thoughtful. The location is beautiful and accommodation is great. I enjoyed the tasks which included looking after the dogs, a little gardening and some light building work such as laying a laminate floor, removing tiles and fixing a wooden deck. Maria kindly took me… read more
6 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ariana & Nicolas) for host
Our experience in Maria's house was amazing. We realy enjoyed our stay in Trapani. The house is very beautiful, and María was very nice and helful with us.
Thanks for the opportunity to live in that little part of the paradise.
Nico y Ary
PD. A special kiss to Bob, Gelsomina and Volpina! :)
Thanks for the opportunity to live in that little part of the paradise.
Nico y Ary
PD. A special kiss to Bob, Gelsomina and Volpina! :)
31 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (leianando)
For me too it is difficult to describe how lucky I was to meet Leila and Fernando! Wonderful couple, available, respectful, polite, discreet and just excellent. We all miss them here and hopefully they'll come back!
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (leianando) for host
It's hard to describe how special it was to be in the house of Maria, have your great company and affection and have the good fortune to meet Bob and Pluto, two dogs for sure now live in our hearts, we feel they are part of us now . Everything was wonderful, the place. Trapani is wonderful, and the cities and great beaches nearby. The house, very… read more
30 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michel & Fabienne) for host
Nous sommes restés un mois pour nous occuper de deux chiens adorables. Maria Teresa, notre hôte , est une personne très agréable avec laquelle nous avons passé de très bons moments.
La région est magnifique et notre séjour au milieu des oliviers a été une réussite.
Merci Maria Térésa. Amicalement.
La région est magnifique et notre séjour au milieu des oliviers a été une réussite.
Merci Maria Térésa. Amicalement.
12 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ádám & Nóra)
Wonderful couple, caring, respectful and sensible, as well as accommodating and enthusiastic....would not hesitate to recommend them warmly.
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ádám & Nóra) for host
We were here for almost 2 months and I can say honestly that 2 months was perfect! Maria's place is amazing, unbilivible quiet, relaxing and beautiful. Everything happened just as we discussed, we could reach Maria everytime. Amazing! Thanks Maria!
Absolutly recommend!
Absolutly recommend!
8 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Chris & Joana)
Chris and her partner where just perfect! I was about to leave, but we managed for them to arrive last minutes! Unfortunately I could not meet in person, but they were absolutely reliable and respectful, loved the dogs and the place! I could not ask any better....hope they'll come back and I'll just be happy to host them again! Thank you x all… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Chris & Joana) for host
We stayed for almost 2 weeks looking after Maria Teresa's dogs. They are absolutely gorgeous and the house is beautiful! Maria Teresa is very approachable and was very trusting with us. Could not recommend this place more! We got a true sicilian experience. If possible we will definitely come back again. Thanks Maria Teresa!!!
