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An older couple stands affectionately together, walking two curly-haired dogs on a cobblestone street adorned with murals and flowers, on a misty, peaceful day.
A serene countryside scene with a clear blue swimming pool, surrounded by trees, green grass, a rustic stone house, loungers, and a bright, sunny sky.
A rustic stone house with a tiled roof features a cozy outdoor dining area on lush green grass, surrounded by trees, chairs, and inviting sunny atmosphere.
A rustic stone house sits quietly on a grassy hillside, surrounded by trees and greenery, overlooking rolling hills under a serene, pastel-colored sky at sunset.
Two curly-haired brown dogs are snuggled up together on a large, round dog bed in the corner, next to stairs and a radiator, resting peacefully.
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Enjoy our dogs company and our home in an Umbrian setting, Pertana, Italy

  • Last activity : 13 Apr 2026

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    we are a retired dutch couple. 2 years ago we decided to look for a country house in Italy and we found our home in Umbria, near Nocera Umbra and Assisi. we decided to live here permanently.and for us it's paradise! as well as for our 2 female, sterilized, dogs Luna and Lea, they are 16 months young and recognized for their truffle hunting instinct: lagotto romagnolo.however, we didn't train them because there are many truffle hunters around and we don't want to get in their way. they do love to dig holes and chase little lizards, which keeps them endlessly busy during the day. we keep them inside the house during the evening and night; by that time the are exhausted anyway.
    our Umbrian stone house is detached, we live in the upper part and the lower part is for our guests or workaways. the next-door neighbors are about 500 meters away. there is a small swimming pool.
    it is very quiet here apart from the birds chirping and the sound of the little stream( dry in summer) and the occasional sounds of farmers sawing wood etc. the nearest little town to go shopping is Nocera Umbra, 8 kilometers or Gualdo Tadino where you can find everything you need. there is a bus service a couple of times a day.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    Help around the house
    House & pet sitting
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    we are in the country side so gardening and maintenance and pet sitting are the main things. there are many local and cultural events in Umbria depending on the period of the year

  • Help

    Help

    walking the dogs for at least 1,5- 2 hours a day, play with them, feed them, be kind to them. they are very lovely and willing to learn.
    keeping the house and their beds clean is necessary ; depending on the weather they bring in dust and mud etc. they need a brush when too much stuff sticks in their coat.
    2 persons is ideal, for 2 dogs , and the house and garden and swimming pool want some maintenance.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    German: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate
    Italian: Beginner

    This 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

    Accommodation

    fully equiped guest house. kitchen and bathroom and 2 bedrooms

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    to be discussed

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    water and electricity , disposal of grey water

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    we only have experience with another dog

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 247346672758

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A serene countryside scene with a clear blue swimming pool, surrounded by trees, green grass, a rustic stone house, loungers, and a bright, sunny sky.
A rustic stone house with a tiled roof features a cozy outdoor dining area on lush green grass, surrounded by trees, chairs, and inviting sunny atmosphere.
A rustic stone house sits quietly on a grassy hillside, surrounded by trees and greenery, overlooking rolling hills under a serene, pastel-colored sky at sunset.
Two curly-haired brown dogs are snuggled up together on a large, round dog bed in the corner, next to stairs and a radiator, resting peacefully.
An older couple stands affectionately together, walking two curly-haired dogs on a cobblestone street adorned with murals and flowers, on a misty, peaceful day.

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