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We are an italian family that lives in a small, beautiful plot of land between Altamura (Puglia) and Matera (Basilicata). We harvest fruit and vegetables for self-sufficiency, we don't sell. We are located in Alta Murgia, a UNESCO Geopark full of unique flora and fauna. We tend an olive grove, some fruit trees, and grow veggies. We would love to start restoring this little piece of land in a regenerative way, and get some animals again (we used to have some). Near our house there is a tiny forest, nested between two hills, and a XII century old fountain that waits to be restored.
We are Michele, Mimmo and Irene (Michele's parents). We also have three cute dogs (Max, Bianca and Frida) who roam around and will guide you on a nice walk around the hills.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Farmstay help
Interests
Videography
Sustainability
Politics / Social justice
Movies & TV
Farming
Events & social
Charity work
Plant care
Photography
Music
Languages
Carpentry
Gardening
Drawing & painting
Art & design
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
Mountain
Outdoor activities
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will be able to get a cultural exchange with Michele, who has lived in the UK and other countries for about 10 years, get to know regen farmers from around the area, connect with organic farms and projects that Michele can shw you. You will be also invited to have a look at the beautiful gems of Puglia and Basilicata, including Matera (UNESCO site), Pulo di Altamura, Bari, and so on. In return, it would be great to have you sharing some of your cultural heritage, like cooking something together.
Help
We need help with harvesting and processing olives to make EVO oil. Here you can expect to learn about olive groves, harvesting techniques, share some nice meals, and have a quiet space into a beautifully nested house near a historical town famous for its Bread (Altamura).
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I am happy to make the farmstay into a language exchange, especially if you'd like to learn a bit more of Italian!
Accommodation
You will be sleeping into a nice countryside house, you will have your separate room and share kitchen and bathroom with Michele and his parents. You will have access to super fast WIFI, a nice library of italian books, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, a big garden if you want to set your tent (Michele will be happy to join you in the garden in that case!). We will usually provide you with 3 meals per day.
What else ...
We will require you to have your own work insurance. Please provide proof of insurance while applying so we can shortlist you :) thanks
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
We can host 1 campervan near our garden, partially in the shadow of a big Mediterranean Pine tree.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Bianca
Frida
Max (3 years)
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