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Hi everyone, we are couple in our early sixties. Massimo is a carpenter and Kamala was a computer analyst and now she takes care of the house and garden. He is an Italian omnivorous and She is Québecois vegan.
Kamala's numerous trips to India and Thailand placed her on the path of spirituality. She practice soft yoga, meditation and mindfulness. Massimo is a really social person that likes to share meals and stories.
Our dream is to be self-sufficient . We have solar panels to generate electricity and we grow organic fruits and vegetables for our own consumption. Our philosophy of life aims for voluntary simplicity and sustainability.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
Interests
Van life
Sustainability
Self development
Farming
Charity work
Vegetarian or vegan
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Nature
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn about Italian country life style, organic growing of fruits and vegetables, grape harvest and olive oil making,
Learn languages (Italian, french, english)
Practice yoga, Vipassana meditation and mindfulness
Harvesting wild plants in season
Preparation of vegetarian, vegan, Italian and Asian recipes
Cooking with wood oven
Help
Different areas of activity require focus.
The land is located in the countryside, not too far from the village in the heart of untouched nature. It requires a great deal of attention, Kamala will be please to offer you the opportunity to learn a lot about traditional vs. synergistic farming, as well as how to care for the trees and plants that nourish us by providing fruits, while also enriching the soil.
The garden is very diverse, featuring vineyards, olive trees, citrus trees, other fruit trees, and aromatic herbs, the flowers and grass also require some dedicated care.
Outside there is always a lot to do and Massimo can share is experience on manual activities, doing some little constructions around the house or on general maintenance.
Since Sardinia is sunny and mostly dry with little rainfall, we rely on an automatic irrigation system powered by solar energy. We'll have the chance to learn how to install and maintain it, and manual watering will still be necessary in some areas.
Anyone who comes to our peaceful place can assist with the daily care of the house.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I will like to improve my English and Spanish, I can help with french and Italian.
Accommodation
One bedroom is available in a camper. During the winter, a small heater is provided for economical use.
There is a fully enclosed bathroom near the camper for the Workawayer to use and keep clean. Hot water is available through solar energy.
Breakfast and lunch are provided and typically cooked by the host. For dinner, ingredients are provided for self-preparation, and the kitchen can be used from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cleaning after meals (washing dishes, wiping the counter and stovetop, sweeping the floor) is separate and not included in your 4-5 hours of daily contribution.
What else ...
The dwelling we safeguard and wish to share is located in the Gallurese countryside, surrounded by the greenery of pristine nature. The house is a 10-minute walk from the village, equipped with shops, a pharmacy, restaurants, and bars.
In the vicinity, there are many naturalistic trails to discover, along with woods, rivers, and springs. It's the ideal place for trekking enthusiasts.
A 15-minute drive will take you to the coastline, famous for its heavenly beaches.
Olbia's airport and port are reachable within a 15-minute car ride.
Nearby, there are also noteworthy archaeological sites (nuraghe, sacred wells, and giant tombs).
There are public transportation options from the village to the beaches and Olbia, but is much better if you have your own car to move you around.
Trekking, biking, horse riding, kayaking, windsurfing, diving.
ITALIANO
La dimora che custodiamo e che vogliamo condividere è situata nella campagna Gallurese, immersa nel verde di una natura incontaminata. La casa è a 10 minuti a piedi del villaggio fornito di negozi, farmacia, ristorante e bar.
Nelle vicinanze ci sono da scoprire molti sentieri naturalistici, boschi, fiumi e sorgenti. È il Lugo ideale per gli amanti del trekking.
A 15 minuti in auto si può raggiungere il litorale, famoso per le sue spiagge paradisiache.
L'aeroporto e il porto di Olbia sono raggiungibili in 15 minuti in auto.
Nelle vicinanze si trovano anche notevoli siti archeologici (nuraghe, pozzi sacri e tombe dei giganti)
Ci sono mezzi pubblici dal villaggio verso le spiagge e verso Olbia.
Trekking, mountain bike, equitazione, kayak, windsurf, immersioni.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
wi-fi is available in the main house
Space for parking camper vans
There is space on the land for small camper and tent.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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Tom helped us with tidying up the land and did a great job. He was… read more
for our first Workaway, we were a bit nervous at first but Sylvie and Massimo were very warm and welcoming and we immediately felt comfortable.
Massimo was there only for three days because he had to leave for work. It was nice to meet him though and he has a lot of knowledge in his craft, for sure you can learn a lot from… read more
They did different jobs during their 2 weeks stay, among other things ; mowing the… read more
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Tom helped us with tidying up the land and did a great job. He was… read more
for our first Workaway, we were a bit nervous at first but Sylvie and Massimo were very warm and welcoming and we immediately felt comfortable.
Massimo was there only for three days because he had to leave for work. It was nice to meet him though and he has a lot of knowledge in his craft, for sure you can learn a lot from… read more
They did different jobs during their 2 weeks stay, among other things ; mowing the… read more
