Helping in the garden and stables in Mugello near Florence.

Italy

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17/01/2020
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Hi, we are a couple of 50 move to the countryland from the town of Florence in 2009 ago.
Mugello is a rural area close to the town of Florence, in our little farm we have olive trees for oil, vegetables and flowers garden and it is 4km far from Vicchio, the next village. Landscapes here are really nice and many renaissance painters was coming from this lands. Two horses, three cats, some chickens and a dog, is the team. We like exchange languages and culture, we like cook and taste also foreign food. We don't smoke and prefer no smoker.
We accept request only from one volunteer.
Type of help
Gardening
Building
General Maintenance
Farmstay
Help in the house
Animal care
Language practice
Other
Help
We need help in the garden and with horses stable, in detail: in the morning cleaning the stable, feeding horses, weeding in the garden, it will depend by the weather, soil around olive trees should be well dug and manured, painting wood stable, fence and gates, also indoor we need help for cleaning and maintenance, what we expect from a workawayer is an help in our routine day, we are interested in people with passion and proved experience in govern of horses .
Our activity here is not a business, and in general engagement is not so heavy, but we love our garden and animals, and we do our best to take care of them with pleasure, time and patience. So we expect the same from volunteers.
Worktime is flexibile, from four hours to five in a day, depend, but sure you can take time for you to visit places around.
Languages spoken
italian english german french spanish
Accommodation
Accomodation provided is in a nice caravan, it is close to the house and vegetable garden, it is confortable and indipendent, shower and services are inside the house. We like share meals together.
What else ...
Our place is about 40km from Florence town, it can be reached by train in 1 hour, the house is 4km far from the train station and the nearest village is Vicchio. Nature land and landscapes around are great for running and hiking, take pictures or painting. Two horses, three cats, some chickens, and a dog are all the animals that live with us.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
5 to 6 hours

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the caravan volunteers home

minga e stella

around us

vicchio village

our roses garden

Feedback left by and about host (39)

05/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Chris)

It was really such a big pleasure to have Chris here with us, he was enjoyIng life in everything he was doing, working in the garden, cleaning the stable, washing dishes, byking, running ! Joking with Chris it is something we are missing a lot, in the period that Chris was here we did the olives'harvest and he was working really hard, like a… read more

(Excellent )

25/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host

Wow. I had such a wonderful time staying with Marina and Giuseppe in October 2018.
Marina and Giuseppe - thank you so much.
I spent 1 month at their place and loved every day.
The location and scenery is just amazing. Beautiful mountainsides and tracks for running and walking and biking. It was just gorgeous.
The animals are all fantastic. The… read more

(Excellent )

10/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Robin) for host

Wow, what a lovely, lovely place!! Marina and Giuseppe really know how to make you feel welcome and taken care of. Giuseppe and Marina have a beautiful property right in the fillings hills of Mugello, where you have the opportunity to see some very gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. The work was spent mostly outside, which was really refreshing, being… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Rian)

We always happy to host nice guys like Rian, he stayed with us for about ten days, he was always ready to give us a hand with a big smile, great worker and he did all tasks with care and attention. Grande Lover of our Italian culture and food,
he was ever ready and curios to learn everything about it. We can for sure recommend his help and his… read more

(Excellent )

27/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Rian) for host

This was my very first workaway experience, and it was great! Marina and Giuseppe were very welcoming, and I felt like part of the family. I was there for only 10 days and overlapped with Amber, another workawayer. My work included cleaning the horse stalls every morning, spreading manure around the olive trees, and lots of weeding. The work… read more

(Excellent )

01/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Amber)

Amber was two weeks with us, but it seems she was living here very long, so little girl, but so strong, she was always in a good mood, sometimes singing with a such nice voice, we got many task done in the time she was here, she was getting care of our tomato plants every day, looking at them like if they were babies, she was lovely to all our… read more

(Excellent )

25/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Amber) for host

My time with Marina and Giuseppe was very special, and I'm sure will remain close to my heart for many years!
They were very accommodating and helpful hosts. Picking me up from the train station, and dropping me off.
Their house is very well loved, and nestled among beautiful tuscan hills. When it's siesta time one of y favorite things to do was… read more

(Excellent )

28/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Claire)

In the period that Claire was here it was still raining a lot, but she was never bored and find always something to do, such a simple person that staying with her was really very nice, she is a hard worker and also very interested in all kind of plants and their property and she was also very good in drawing the plants we collect. She was working… read more

(Excellent )

10/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host

Marina and Giuseppe were my first workaway hosts and couldn't have been more perfect. They replied in less than a day and I went the day after. They gave clear instructions on how to arrive and very easy going. Marina taught me a lot about the plants and I learned about history and politics from Giuseppe. Made me feel apart of the family. They are… read more

(Excellent )

23/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host

The best place ever!
It's been a year but I still daydream about my 2 weeks with Marina and Giuseppe! All the great evenings, wonderful meals, beautiful landscape, lovely animals..
I learned so much from them.. not only about Italian cuisine, horses, farm-life, thai-chi, culture, politics...setc.. but even more about life!!!
I will never ever… read more

(Excellent )

20/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Alicia)

Alicia was two weeks with us and the weather was really terrible, rain rain and rain so we could not do many things outside, but Alicia was not bored about this and her help in cleaning the stable and preparing nets for slow food for the horses was great. She was always interested in our activity and her italian is so good that was a pleasure to… read more

(Excellent )

19/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alicia) for host

Living with Marina and Giuseppe was an experience I will never forget.I could have never imagined before,that it will be so hard for me to leave this amazing place in one of the most beautiful landscapes I have ever seen.I stayed with Marina and Giuseppe for two weeks this March in a period full of rain,but I had the best time with them.From day… read more

(Excellent )

07/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)

What a lovely feedback Sarah left for us, it was a special period that we passed together, sharing so many experiences and warm feelings, a piece of Australia will be in our hearts and we will never forget her so special smile.
Torna presto :) buonasera signorina.

(Excellent )

05/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

I was lucky enough to get to stay with Marina and Giuseppe a few months ago while I was in Italy.
This was my first work away experience and I can not recommend this stay more highly. With all the places I could have stayed I'm glad I ended up on the door step of these two amazing human beings. Spending time with these two beautiful people and… read more

(Excellent )

07/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Frauke)

Sharing our time with Frauke was very nice, she was very interested in our activities and passionate with nature and country life. For us it was a pleasure hosting her, we recommend her for sure. Torna a trovarci presto :)

(Excellent )

07/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Frauke) for host

Its been a long time now, I left the wonderful place of Marina and Giuseppe. Now I found some time to say Thank you to these wonderful people who hosted me so welcoming! I can just say that I had two wonderful weeks there, which where to short...! I am happy that this was my first experience with workaway! I like to think back to this experience

(Excellent )

14/02/2017

Left by Workawayer (Leah) for host

I truly had an amazing time living with Marina and Giuseppe. They welcomed me immediately and I felt right at home in my camper and especially in the kitchen where all of Marina's magic happened. I still dream about the meals I ate when I was staying there, and took many recipe ideas home with me! During my stay, some of their friends came to… read more

(Excellent )

11/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Gilad & Roni)

Gilad and Roni were really a big present for us, they are really hard workers, they are passionate with all what they do, they were interested in our activities and curios , they like to exchange opinions and culture, they bring a lot of positivity where they are, we can recommend them without any reserve! We will be happy to host them again!

(Excellent )

03/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Gilad & Roni) for host

Amazing excellent fun!! If you ever think of going here - dont hesitate!!! Its the best place you will find!
Marina and Giuseppe were kind and opened their house and heart for us. They made us feel comfortble as if We are in our home... It was so hard to leave, so We stayed longer (for two weeks)...
The work never felt like work, and We learned… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Serena)

Grazie Serena, 15 days are really gone fast, it was very nice have you here and your presence brought serenity at our little farm. Your way to help us in our daily routine was very participated, with care and sensibility for all things, pets and horses too.
When you will be in Italy again... just ring the bell.
Ciao Giuseppe e Marina

(Excellent )

17/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Serena) for host

Staying with Marina and Giuseppe was the best way of traveling in Italy. I'm so glad they hosted me and would love to meet them again, really great experience of living with locals. They are so passionate in what they do that it was really easy to work happy and smiling with them. On my last day, I couldn't believe time had past so quickly and… read more

(Excellent )

18/06/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena)

Grazie Magdalena! Your presence here was fantastic, really incredible. Your positive energy is contagious and your way to see what is to do without to ask for that is so relaxing, you were working always with a smile and that is priceless, we wish you the best for your life and we are sure your dreams will became real and of course we hope to have… read more

(Excellent )

07/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Magdalena) for host

Super-hiper excellent plus!!!

Organic life-style, outdoor activities, smile, talks, walks, excercises in the morning and positive energy all day long under the tuscan sky and under the roof of Marina and Giuseppe home.
From the moment I arrived I felt like home so you are very lucky when Marina and Giussepe invite you. Don't think what to do,… read more

(Excellent )

28/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Deborah & Morten)

it was a unespected surprise, a lot of energy and sensibility mixed in a so lovely person.
She is a hardworker and so active in our garden activity but also with a special touch in the kitchen.
We consider us very lucky host having with us Deborah and we wish her the best.

(Excellent )

31/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Deborah & Morten) for host

I stayed 3 lovely weeks with Marina and Giuseppe , between delicious dishes, experiences sharing, take care of animals, riding, walking in forest ... and so nice and funny times with them!
it was a great experience, i learnt a lot and felt really good at their home...
Thanks very much! i hope see you again soon!!! ;)

(Excellent )

02/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Annie) for host

This is a very late feedback, but better late than never I guess!
I stayed together with a friend with Marina and Guiseppe for two weeks last autumn and we were as taken care of as you possible can be! Marina and Giuseppe is such a nice and caring couple, they opened up their home for us and shared both delicious food and everything else with… read more

(Excellent )

15/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Parker) for host

Hi Marina and Giuseppe! A few months have passed since I helped out on their absolutely stunning property in the hills in Vicchio, Tuscany. My time there was in all ways super positive; I had very comfortable accommodations in the camper outside the house, enjoyable and educational work (I learned to ride a horse, very much a new skill to me!),… read more

(Excellent )

16/08/2015

Left by Workawayer (Graeme) for host

I really enjoyed my stay with Giuseppe and Marina. The couple are very friendly and are supportive. They was plenty of work to offer but never in a rush to get tasks done. I also got the opportunity to teach their youngest son English which was enjoyable. Although this was my first work away, I must say I had a lot of fun. Also Marina is a great… read more

(Excellent )

24/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Lina)

Die Zeit mit Lina war wirklich sehr schoen und auch sehr bereichern, Lina ist eine sehr lebensfreudige Person, sie ist sehr spontan und direkt, meistens gut gelaunt und hat eine grosse Erfahrung mit Pferden , sie hat uns sehr geholfen und uns mit Leidenschaft ihre Kenntnisse vermittelt, wir haben ihre Leichtigkeit sehr geschaetzt, wirklich vielen… read more

(Excellent )

13/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Lina) for host

Ich habe drei Wochen bei Marina und Giuseppe verbracht und kann wirklich sagen das ich eine tolle Zeit hatte! Es war mein erstes 'workaway', dementsprechend war ich sehr aufgeregt.
Schon als ich von Marina abgeholt wurde, habe ich gemerkt wie herzlich und liebevoll sie ist.
Und auch Giuseppe ist ein unglaublich toller Mensch mit dem man eine… read more

(Excellent )

11/12/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sandra & Sarah ) for host

Spät aber doch geben wir euch auch unsere Bewertung ;)
Wir wollen uns ganz Herzlich bei euch bedanken für die schöne Zeit die wir bei euch verbringen durften. Danke das wir euch kennen gelernt haben. :D
Der Besuch bei euch hat uns sehr geprägt und uns gezeigt was Gastfreundschaft bedeutet. Wir haben sehr viel von euch für unser Leben gelernt.… read more

(Excellent )

27/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Evi) for host

I had a marvelous time with Marina and Giuseppe at Vicchio. They are very friendly warm-hearted people, open-minded and confidential. I loved the atmosphere at their place with all the nice animals, the big garden and meadows. Mostly I was busy with the handling of fruits, pomegranate to state more precisely. We made delicious jam! I felt very… read more

(Excellent )

10/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Kali & Jenna) for host

Marina and Giuseppe were wonderful hosts and welcomed us warmly into their home. This was our first work away experience and we couldn't have asked for anything better. We mostly helped in the garden weeding and planting apple and blackberry trees as well as cleaning the house and managing the horses and other animals. Marina and Giuseppe went… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Rowan)

Rowan stayed with us about 10 days, and he is a very pleasant guy. Intelligent, fit, willing to learn and work very hard, couldn´t really ask for better.

(Excellent )

11/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Rowan) for host

I had a wonderful with Marina and Giuseppe! They are lovely, lovely people and their property and the view is so beautiful I could sit and watch it for hours on end.
The work never felt like work. I helped clear bushes, helped in the garden (which they really do love and care for!) and dug out a trench to allow water to flow down the side of the… read more

(Excellent )

17/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sebastian)

Sebastian is a lovely person and highly recommended!

(Excellent )

20/08/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sebastian) for host

I had a fantastic week with Marina and Giuseppe in Vicchio. They have a lovely home and small farm/garden. I worked mostly in the garden clearing weeds and cleaned around the house. The atmosphere was welcoming, the food delicious, and the hosts tremendously kind. I was able to spend a day in Florence and Marina drove me to and from the station.… read more

(Excellent )

28/06/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Balint)

Valentino è troppo buono! We passed good time together, and his help in the garden was crucial. He likes very much to learn new thinks and language, he was very nice and careful with all our pets, with a special touch with horses. We wish him the best for his study and life.
Marina and Giuseppe

(Excellent )

20/06/2014

Left by Workawayer (Balint) for host

This is the best place in Toscana! I was the lucky one who was the very first workawayer with Marina and Giuseppe and with their horses and I had a very very nice experience. I went running with Giuseppe, had talks with Marina as if she were my mother, enjoyed muffin time and cooking, learnt a lot about plants and foods, got a diploma in… read more

(Excellent )

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