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Description
The farm was established in 2011 with a vision of efficient self-sustainability. We are located in the Trebbia Valley, which Ernest Hemingway described as 'the most beautiful valley in the world.' We host events, produce lavender and its derivatives (primarily essential oil), and provide boarding for horses. A few years ago, we also started a permaculture project. Our approach is always eco-friendly, making the most of the resources available on the farm.
This year marks our tenth anniversary of hosting volunteers.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
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Our farm is situated atop a hill, 600 meters above sea level, offering a breathtaking landscape. The nearest village, with shops and bars, is 9 km away, and there is no public transport service connecting our farm to the village. During their free time, helpers can explore the surrounding mountains or walk down to the river for a swim.
To ensure a genuine help exchange experience, we kindly request that helpers commit to a minimum stay of TWO WEEKS.
The common language spoken among helpers and hosts on the farm is English.
Help
In 2024, we plan to build a new house—an eco-friendly structure made of wood and straw bales. Currently, we cannot provide a detailed plan or construction timeline, but we aim for the following schedule:
- June: Demolition of the old stone house. We will salvage materials such as stone and wood.
- July - August: An external company will construct the foundation and the wooden frame up to the roof. Meanwhile, we will collect and store straw bales for later use.
- Late August: Self-construction of the house will commence. Throughout autumn, tasks will include installing straw bales in the external walls, building internal walls, and applying external lime coating and internal clay coating. Additional help will involve installing plumbing, electrical systems, doors, windows, flooring, and completing other finishing touches. We plan to organize self-construction courses once we have a clearer idea of the timeline.
In addition to house construction, here are the regular tasks for the upcoming seasons:
- Spring: Maintenance of fences and paddocks, and general repairs. Grass cutting and the construction of a new watering system for the garden are also planned. Gardening activities will continue as usual.
- Autumn: Maintenance and firewood collection in preparation for winter, along with various construction projects.
Due to the construction, we will only harvest a small portion of our lavender field this year.
We always welcome artists and musicians.
Please note that this year, we do not have riding horses available.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
Here's your refined text:
Accommodation for helpers consists of a room with two (or more) beds, equipped with a fire stove for the colder months.
Helpers typically dine with the hosts, who primarily prepare Italian cuisine. While our diet is mostly vegetarian, we are not strictly vegetarian; however, vegetarians have never encountered issues with our meals. We appreciate a degree of flexibility. Helpers are always encouraged to cook and share their own traditional dishes, which is greatly appreciated.
What else ...
Nearest airport: Milan
Nearest train station: Piacenza
From Piacenza, there are buses to Travo village, which takes about 45 minutes. I will pick up workawayers from Travo by car.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have a 30m/bits WiFi internet connection.
Space for parking camper vans
There is one place for a camper/van.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 489712531744
Feedback (34)
29 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Vincenzo Junior) for host
Roberto and Tiziana were perfect hosts. Their estate near Piacenza is a widespread house surrounded by fields and animals with breathtaking views.
Roberto was a patient master in teaching me how to use different tools that were used for small jobs during the week. Tiziana is a nice lady with whom I was able to share my passion for cooking and… read more
Roberto was a patient master in teaching me how to use different tools that were used for small jobs during the week. Tiziana is a nice lady with whom I was able to share my passion for cooking and… read more
20 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ali) for host
It was truly a 5 star experience. From the the most amazing sunsets, the cleanest air and amazing hospitality from Roberto and Tiziana, as well as their two dogs with whom I believe I have made a real connection with (shout out to Beba and Blum) to the frequent encounters with road deer as well as the whole concept of the place you will be staying… read more
13 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Uri) for host
Hey Roberto!
I would like to start with saying to everybody reading this you may not know you need this experience yet, I'm telling you, YOU DO.
Roberto and Tiziana were very warm and welcoming, and great cooks. While staying at their place I ate endless kinds of pasta, cut a lot of firewood, went for lunch with around 30 Italians on the same… read more
I would like to start with saying to everybody reading this you may not know you need this experience yet, I'm telling you, YOU DO.
Roberto and Tiziana were very warm and welcoming, and great cooks. While staying at their place I ate endless kinds of pasta, cut a lot of firewood, went for lunch with around 30 Italians on the same… read more
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29 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Vincenzo Junior) for host
Roberto and Tiziana were perfect hosts. Their estate near Piacenza is a widespread house surrounded by fields and animals with breathtaking views.
Roberto was a patient master in teaching me how to use different tools that were used for small jobs during the week. Tiziana is a nice lady with whom I was able to share my passion for cooking and… read more
Roberto was a patient master in teaching me how to use different tools that were used for small jobs during the week. Tiziana is a nice lady with whom I was able to share my passion for cooking and… read more
20 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ali) for host
It was truly a 5 star experience. From the the most amazing sunsets, the cleanest air and amazing hospitality from Roberto and Tiziana, as well as their two dogs with whom I believe I have made a real connection with (shout out to Beba and Blum) to the frequent encounters with road deer as well as the whole concept of the place you will be staying… read more
13 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Uri) for host
Hey Roberto!
I would like to start with saying to everybody reading this you may not know you need this experience yet, I'm telling you, YOU DO.
Roberto and Tiziana were very warm and welcoming, and great cooks. While staying at their place I ate endless kinds of pasta, cut a lot of firewood, went for lunch with around 30 Italians on the same… read more
I would like to start with saying to everybody reading this you may not know you need this experience yet, I'm telling you, YOU DO.
Roberto and Tiziana were very warm and welcoming, and great cooks. While staying at their place I ate endless kinds of pasta, cut a lot of firewood, went for lunch with around 30 Italians on the same… read more
3 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (MIcha) for host
I had a wonderful time a the farm of Roberto and his wife. It's a really beautiful location there with a lot of opportunities to explore the countryside of Italy. Unfortunately I only stayed for one week, because I already had plans for the next week. Roberto is a great hosts who has a lot of great stories to tell and together with his wife he… read more
7 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Yi-Shu)
It was a pleasure to host Yi-Shu in our farm and it was a pleasure too to meet a person with such a different culture.
She well integrated in the teams, at the beginning 4 people, at the end two. Her smile was giving a positive attitude to everyone. This summer I can say we had a dream team and she definitely was a part of it.
I hope to see her… read more
She well integrated in the teams, at the beginning 4 people, at the end two. Her smile was giving a positive attitude to everyone. This summer I can say we had a dream team and she definitely was a part of it.
I hope to see her… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre)
What I liked most about Pierre is his cold sense of humour, what here in Italy we call British Humour which, for a Northern French guy, is funny.
He stayed here two month and he was part of four different teams (due to workawayers turnaround). In each team he well integrated bringing every time his positive mood.
It was a pleasure every morning… read more
He stayed here two month and he was part of four different teams (due to workawayers turnaround). In each team he well integrated bringing every time his positive mood.
It was a pleasure every morning… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Pierre) for host
This workaway experience was my first one and I am happy to say this was a wonderful experience and I just want to do it all over again. I have stayed there for 8 weeks.
Roberto and Tiziana are incredible and have made everything in their power to make my stay as amazing as possible. I felt like being home and being around my family.
We have… read more
Roberto and Tiziana are incredible and have made everything in their power to make my stay as amazing as possible. I felt like being home and being around my family.
We have… read more
12 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (merlebez) for host
Loved every part of this wonderful experience on this wonderful ranch with these wonderful people!!
From the moment Roberto picked me up, the good vibes just immediately jumped over. He is an amazingly funny guy with a lot of stories to share, who has knowledge from microchips to the best party places in italy - the only knowledge yet not found… read more
From the moment Roberto picked me up, the good vibes just immediately jumped over. He is an amazingly funny guy with a lot of stories to share, who has knowledge from microchips to the best party places in italy - the only knowledge yet not found… read more
9 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (merlebez)
Merle is a volcano. She is a natural leader. Her positive mood and energy spreads all around her. Her smile and happiness is contagious. She dragged the whole team even though she was the youngest one. She never let an unfinished task.
She is that kind of person that once in a while an host has the opportunity to have as a helper because the whole… read more
She is that kind of person that once in a while an host has the opportunity to have as a helper because the whole… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Stephen) for host
I stayed with Roberto and Titziana for almost 2 weeks and had a very positive experience during that time.
First of all, they accepted my request on very short notice, I was in need of accommodation quickly, and I'm very grateful and the experience exceeded my expectations.
Farm work can be difficult but the hours were fair and I felt a sense of… read more
First of all, they accepted my request on very short notice, I was in need of accommodation quickly, and I'm very grateful and the experience exceeded my expectations.
Farm work can be difficult but the hours were fair and I felt a sense of… read more
27 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Fleur & Stijn) for host
We stayed with Roberto and Titziana for 2 weeks. Firstly, the location is amazing! Their house/land is located on top of a hill with a beautiful view they have really nice dogs. We had our own room and the food was definitely some of the best food we had in Italy! For work we did a looot of grass cutting, almost everyday. This was definitely not… read more
4 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Gal & Hila)
It was a real pleasure to host Gal (it was only him) for an entire month. He has an incredible energy. We did many things and he helped me to wake up from my winter lethargy, which it was an hard task ;-)
We shared stories about our places and he cooked and taught us how to cook some Israeli delicacy.
He will be welcomed here again and I hope one… read more
We shared stories about our places and he cooked and taught us how to cook some Israeli delicacy.
He will be welcomed here again and I hope one… read more
(Excellent
)
30 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Gal & Hila) for host
Couldn't have asked for a better first experience with Roberto and Tiziana.
Stayed for close to a month and enjoyed every moment of it.
Relaxing and quite place on a beautiful green ridge.
Roberto is a very interesting knowledgeable man who I have learned a lot from, and Tiziana's cooking is phenomenal.
Definitely planning on paying a visit… read more
Stayed for close to a month and enjoyed every moment of it.
Relaxing and quite place on a beautiful green ridge.
Roberto is a very interesting knowledgeable man who I have learned a lot from, and Tiziana's cooking is phenomenal.
Definitely planning on paying a visit… read more
28 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jules)
Jules stayed here "only" two weeks, that means that if he would stayed more we would enjoined more his presence.
Probably he was the first French who didn't cook crepes here... ah ah, but he let us enjoy other fabulous french recipes.
Together we did a great amazing job and we did a good kick off of the new 2023 projects. I couldn't have hoped for… read more
Probably he was the first French who didn't cook crepes here... ah ah, but he let us enjoy other fabulous french recipes.
Together we did a great amazing job and we did a good kick off of the new 2023 projects. I couldn't have hoped for… read more
(Excellent
)
22 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jules) for host
Great stay with Roberto and Tiziana for 2 weeks. Their location is beautiful and very relaxing. Thank you for the good mood of you and Tiziana. I will miss your anecdotes and Tiziana's food too. I hope to do other Workaways like this one, it was a great experience.
19 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
I stayed with Roberto And Tiziana for 2/3 weeks And i am grateful to them for having me there. This is definitely a unique place and the view over the hills is something incredible, such a lovely place to live. they did a good job trying to be self sufficient as much as possible, applying sustainable techniques to satisfy every need.
I am happy I… read more
I am happy I… read more
14 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea)
We rarely host people coming from our own country but hosting Andrea was an amazing experience. He become part of our family immediately and helped us in a period (autumn) where there aren't many fancy tasks; only hard work.
He is now traveling abroad and I'm pretty sure he is giving his precious help, his smile and his serenity to whom is about… read more
He is now traveling abroad and I'm pretty sure he is giving his precious help, his smile and his serenity to whom is about… read more
(Excellent
)
23 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriel Bamidele)
It was a pleasure hosting Gabriel. He is a hard worker and even though we didn't expected it, he did a rush to finish the main task (cutting firewood) we gave him before his departure. It was a pleasure too learning a bit about Nigeria and, last but not least, he prepared for us the Jollof rice, a typical dish from his home which we really… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Gabriel Bamidele) for host
It was a wonderful two weeks stay at the place. It was my first workaway experience and I felt welcomed from the very first minute of my arrival to the last of my departure. The meals were so good and I am happy I was able to share a beautiful time with the family. The task was not so burdensome and importantly I am happy I was able to help the… read more
14 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Irrie)
Irrie came in a period (autumn) where there aren't many fancy tasks; only hard work.
Hi is quite timid but slowly you can warm up the relationship and it is always interesting share experiences with people coming from other part of the world. He really put me the desire to go back once more in Israel and for sure I will go to visit his family farm… read more
Hi is quite timid but slowly you can warm up the relationship and it is always interesting share experiences with people coming from other part of the world. He really put me the desire to go back once more in Israel and for sure I will go to visit his family farm… read more
(Excellent
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14 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Robin)
Robin is a great worker, and most important, he observed the farm rules keeping clean the room and the kitchen which is something that not everybody are doing. He teamed very well with the other workawayer and he performed in the same way the week where he stayed here alone.
I wish him all the best for his year off travelling: he is someone who… read more
I wish him all the best for his year off travelling: he is someone who… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilie)
Despite her shyness, Emilie is a little volcano. Together with the other workawayer she formed a powerful team; it was like having 4 people instead of two. She is curious and it was a pleasure answer to her questions.
I wish her a very good luck for her new job and if you will pass again nearby, please stop by us :-)
I wish her a very good luck for her new job and if you will pass again nearby, please stop by us :-)
(Excellent
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14 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Emilie) for host
I spent two wonderful weeks with Tiziana, Roberto, and the whole family! I was very glad to participate to the set up of the Straw Fest's concerts and even though the weather played against us, the events that took place were awesome to see. Regarding the work at the farm, I learned how to use a few tools thanks to Roberto. But what makes the farm… read more
7 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Conor & Susie) for host
Our stay with Roberto was everything we could have hoped for. It was our first Workaway and him and his wife made it extremely enjoyable and they were very welcoming. Roberto is an interesting man who shared many stories over dinner and enjoyed sharing the Italian culture with us. Titziana cooked lunch and dinner and every meal was stunning (and… read more
7 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Julien) for host
I spent one month and some days at Roberto and Tiziana's place, accompanied by Maria Grazie, the mother of Tiziana.
I was looking for having an experience in a remote place and the place was definitely one. This gave me the occasion to spend time with them and with the other workawayers that came through this month. Butas the place is big, every… read more
I was looking for having an experience in a remote place and the place was definitely one. This gave me the occasion to spend time with them and with the other workawayers that came through this month. Butas the place is big, every… read more
22 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Julien)
Julien stayed with us a bit more than a month and the last three days we literally gave to him the key of our farm so we went for a family weekend while he welcomed another two workawayers and kept an eye to the property.
He is funny, curios and a dreamer.
We had a great time with him and he will be always welcomed to our place.
He is funny, curios and a dreamer.
We had a great time with him and he will be always welcomed to our place.
(Excellent
)
2 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Louis) for host
I really enjoyed my time with Roberto. Immedietly puts you at ease, very funny and kind, and filled with lots of interesting and humourous ideas :)) Am looking forward to coming back
15 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Louis)
What I most liked about Louis is his great sense of humor. He is curious and he is a great company.
Despite his young age he is mature and it is evident that he has treasured past and present experiences.
He is the one you would never let him go.
He will always be welcome on our farm.
Despite his young age he is mature and it is evident that he has treasured past and present experiences.
He is the one you would never let him go.
He will always be welcome on our farm.
(Excellent
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26 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
This is a great place! Roberto and Tiziana are wonderfull hosts, they have a big trust in the volunteers. There is a kitchen, saloon and sleeping room for volunteers so you can cook and eat whenever you feel hungry. Eventhough we ate most of the time together (some pasta), which was delicious and fun. Roberto loves to tell stories and knows a lot… read more
15 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie is one of those people you will miss when she is gone. She is curious and she knows how to behave in a small community. She is after all a scout like me and my wife.
Hope to see you again someday!
Hope to see you again someday!
(Excellent
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27 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Naëma) for host
I had a wonderful time with the beautiful view, sweetest dogs and wonderful people. I was there at the same time with another workawayer and we shared a nice comfortable accomodation. We spend most of our time with Roberto, but we also got to meet Tiziana, Maria-Grazie and the children and grandchildren at several occations. They are all very kind… read more
11 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Naëma)
Having here Naema has been a real pleasure. She is a very sweet girl, a step ahead, the one you would host longer than only two weeks.
We really hope to see her again and the door of our farm will be always open for her.
:-)
We really hope to see her again and the door of our farm will be always open for her.
:-)
(Excellent
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14 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Gabrielle) for host
Amazing time here, we had great conversations and the dogs are so cute <3 My 3 weeks there were "farniente", in fields with a lot of sun... Thanks again !
13 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabrielle)
It was a real pleasure hosting Gabi here. Three weeks flown away like as if it has been an hour.
She is always a step ahead and you would wonder to always host such kind of people.
I really hope to meet Gabi once again.
She will always be welcome in our house.
She is always a step ahead and you would wonder to always host such kind of people.
I really hope to meet Gabi once again.
She will always be welcome in our house.
(Excellent
)
19 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Perrine & Noemie)
It was a great pleasure to Host Pepé and Nunú ;-)
They arrived in a difficult moment where our plans changed suddenly so they found a different situation compared to what they expected.
Btw they adapted immidiately to the new situatuon and helped us to to quickly exit from the momentary sadness we had at their arrival.
Both of them surprised us… read more
They arrived in a difficult moment where our plans changed suddenly so they found a different situation compared to what they expected.
Btw they adapted immidiately to the new situatuon and helped us to to quickly exit from the momentary sadness we had at their arrival.
Both of them surprised us… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (César) for host
My stay was really everything I could have dreamed of.
A beautiful place in the middle of nature with a breathtaking view, a handicraft that makes you sleep well afterwards, a great little village nearby with two restaurants, a bar (Barrio) and an outdoor pool in the summer. Poeple in the village were great and I had a good time with them watching… read more
A beautiful place in the middle of nature with a breathtaking view, a handicraft that makes you sleep well afterwards, a great little village nearby with two restaurants, a bar (Barrio) and an outdoor pool in the summer. Poeple in the village were great and I had a good time with them watching… read more
21 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (César)
I would define Cèsar a false shy. Seems so but after a month he will know more people from your village than you ;-)
It was a real pleasure hosting him. He is someone who will remain in our heart forever and hi will be welcomed here every time hi will pass nearby.
Hi is an hard worker and most of all he sees things in advance. Hi is someone who… read more
It was a real pleasure hosting him. He is someone who will remain in our heart forever and hi will be welcomed here every time hi will pass nearby.
Hi is an hard worker and most of all he sees things in advance. Hi is someone who… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Rejold)
Rejold was clearly in his first experience on workaway. Anyway it was a pleasure having him here. We did a lot of work into the weed and we started to build a new shelter. He even translated our home page site in Japanese.
I'm going to follow him in his adventures. I wish him to achieve his dream to go in Japan and live there.
I'm going to follow him in his adventures. I wish him to achieve his dream to go in Japan and live there.
(Very good
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5 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Rejold) for host
Long story short, Tiziana and Roberto are wonderful hosts! I really enjoyed my time there while eating exquisite food and talking about travels, future prospects, and interesting projects.
It was the kind of experience I needed in order to make a leap towards my dreams!
ありがとう！
It was the kind of experience I needed in order to make a leap towards my dreams!
ありがとう！
30 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Antoine)
Unfortunately Antoine stayed only 10 days and he was here alone, after a long period where in the farm there was three workawayers. So I was quite exhausted and relaxed. Anyway, we did together many things and we had the opportunity to have some cultural exchange.
What I can say after this short period is that Antoine is welcomed here anytime.
What I can say after this short period is that Antoine is welcomed here anytime.
(Excellent
)
23 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Antoine) for host
I spent ten days at the place in August. Ten beautiful days shared mostly with Roberto but also with his family, his friends, and one other volunteer who came back a few days after she left. That says a lot!
The place is really nice, quite remote and with such beautiful scenery all around. The work was different every day, gardening, tinkering,… read more
The place is really nice, quite remote and with such beautiful scenery all around. The work was different every day, gardening, tinkering,… read more
6 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
Staying at Robertos was a dream. We experienced nothing but generosity and kindness from the first meeting up until the end. Our work was harvesting lavender in the early morning, followed by delicious mouth watering pasta dishes for lunch, then followed by an afternoon of shelling chickpeas or watering the garden, filling the horses water troughs… read more
15 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Juan Pablo) for host
What an amazing time I had in this place. Roberto and Tiziana made me feel like I was part of their family from the day I arrived. I initially wanted to stay there for two weeks but I ended up staying 4 weeks and I would definitely go back one day to work with them again.
The work was easy and enjoyable, sometimes we were picking up straw bases,… read more
The work was easy and enjoyable, sometimes we were picking up straw bases,… read more
2 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Juan Pablo)
If Juan wouldn't exist someone has to invent him. If you are keen to the emotions there is a high chance you will cry when he'll leave your place. It was a pleasure to have him here and I really want meet him again wherever he is. The door of our house will be always open for him.
Other words in this review are useless.
Lucky is who has or will… read more
Other words in this review are useless.
Lucky is who has or will… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
I don't know where to start! Absolutely wonderful place, Roberto and Tiziana will accept you into their home with open arms and much conversation. I was there for a month in July 2020 with two other workawayers, it was fantastic, working out in the fields when we needed to and also in the kitchen on the weekends as they hold appetisers during the… read more
3 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Emily)
On her profile Emily wrote "British female; strong, curious, philosophical". For catching her philosophical side probably the time you have won't be enough. But I can say that Emily is strong and curios, and of course... British!
Emily's smile it is something contagious, her energy can transform a normal team in a dream team and at the end,… read more
Emily's smile it is something contagious, her energy can transform a normal team in a dream team and at the end,… read more
(Excellent
)
19 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Renee) for host
Wow! Can't believe it's been 4 months since I was overlooking Pietra Parcellara every morning and stuffing my face with various cuts of meat everyday. During my stay with Roberto I was treated as more than just a visitor or a workawayer, I was a guest-- a part of the family for a brief moment in time. We staved off the summer heat through numerous… read more
18 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Renee)
Renee reminds me those action movies female heroes who begin the adventure with a pretty face wearing sleeveless T-Shirt showing their powerful shoulders. At the end of the movie they are full of bruises, patches of blood, some plaster here and there and ripped clothes. But heroes are undoubtedly winners.
So keep in mind that Renee is a winner,… read more
So keep in mind that Renee is a winner,… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Christiane) for host
This August I've spent two weeks with Roberto, Tiziana and their lovely family. I've enjoyed staying in this cozy place a lot and was fascinated from this view over the hills every day. You can experience a wonderful calmness in this place. There is no street noise at all and you can take a rest while listening to the crickets. All of the pasta… read more
18 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna is a lovely girl who brightened our days while she was here. This is the beauty of hosting people, which is not only working and helping but also enjoy the presence of the others. Anna is the one I would host again even without a warning and, one day who knows, in a future trip in US I will change my route to stop by in her place.
Nothing to… read more
Nothing to… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ane) for host
Just one week of stay was enough to get involved in Italian culture. While being here I really felt that I was part of the Italian culture, talks with Roberto were perfect and feeling like another person of their close circle of family and friends was the best of this workaway experience. Unfortunately I have to change my plans and left earlier… read more
8 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela & Nahuel)
Having a so wide representative of South America just in a couple it was a great experience. They are kind and available to learn even task they never did. Perhaps a bit shy, but after a while the shyness disappears. Give them the key your kitchen and you'll never regret it.
I hope to see them again.. may be in their restaurant ;-)
I hope to see them again.. may be in their restaurant ;-)
(Excellent
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5 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daniela & Nahuel) for host
This was our first Workaway experience and we are very glad that it was at Roberto's farm, it was amazing. We had a really good time there enjoying our time cooking, talking to Roberto, going to the river to fight the heat on the hottest days, eating good food, spending time with Roberto's wonderful family, relaxing by the farm and of course,… read more
9 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lou)
Lou has enough energy to move mountains. Even though I told her to stay in the saloon enjoying the warm atmosphere created by the stove, she went in the lavender field under the rain.
She did a good team-working before with a Japanese lady and later with tho French girls.
Lou is happy, always smiling and is for sure a pleasure to meet her.
I hope… read more
She did a good team-working before with a Japanese lady and later with tho French girls.
Lou is happy, always smiling and is for sure a pleasure to meet her.
I hope… read more
(Excellent
)
8 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lou) for host
I had a wonderful time with Roberto, Tiziana and their family! I was there for three weeks (my first workaway experience), working in the lavender fields (great success when we finally got rid of all the weeds!), riding the fantastic horses, hanging out with the dogs, cutting wood, planting potatoes etc. I felt welcome and comfortable right from… read more
9 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alphée)
Alphee and Showi brought us their happiness and " joie de vivre".
They immediately integrated in the farm life and acted like one of us.
We had fun together and they helped us concluding an important task which was the weeding and trimming in the lavender fiend.
I miss them and I hope to meet them again. Any other words would be useless.
Vive… read more
They immediately integrated in the farm life and acted like one of us.
We had fun together and they helped us concluding an important task which was the weeding and trimming in the lavender fiend.
I miss them and I hope to meet them again. Any other words would be useless.
Vive… read more
(Excellent
)
9 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Alphée) for host
How can I describe two weeks full of laughs, talks, work in the lavender fields, amazing food, wonderful landscapes, beautiful horse rides and hilarious creative projects in a few words ?
In short, I had a wonderful time with Roberto, Tizianna, Vale and all the family. This was my first Workaway experience, and I couldn't have dreamed of a better… read more
In short, I had a wonderful time with Roberto, Tizianna, Vale and all the family. This was my first Workaway experience, and I couldn't have dreamed of a better… read more
24 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Richelle & Shawn ) for host
Our time spent with Roberto, Tiziana and all their wonderful friends & family was amazing! They made us feel welcome and at home. We spent time in the lavender field, working in the horse paddock, making new signs, repairing fences, and most importantly loving their awesome dogs! It was a sad good bye. We are going to miss the great meals and… read more
16 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Richelle & Shawn )
The sad side when you host people like Richelle and Shawn is to say goodby to them. I hope to meet them again sooner or later. Usually in a couple doing workaway one of the two is the leader and the other is a follower, meaning that as a host I end up to like one more than the other. This time we liked Richelle and Shawn in the same way. We all… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniil & Elizaveta)
Danil and Lisa brought in our farm happiness and a bit of Russian culture. They helped us to dismount some stereotype about Siberia which would be a beautiful land. At that time they were at the first workaway experience so we worked a bit to establish a good communication. Their English were improving day by day and even my Russian which is… read more
(Very good
)
11 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Daniil & Elizaveta) for host
Beautiful place and great family!
Roberto, Tiziana and the family, thank you so much for the Italy you gave us. It was a wonderful experience of work, communication and friendship. We enjoyed this life for a month. I am sure that our project will function properly for many years.
I hope to see you again. And in Russia, or Costa-Del-Gorilla is… read more
Roberto, Tiziana and the family, thank you so much for the Italy you gave us. It was a wonderful experience of work, communication and friendship. We enjoyed this life for a month. I am sure that our project will function properly for many years.
I hope to see you again. And in Russia, or Costa-Del-Gorilla is… read more
25 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Nathaniel & Emma) for host
We had a fantastic time here, it was one of the highlights of our trip! We learnt how to make straw bale insulation, how to make gnocchi, used all sort of retro farm tractor tools, and observed Roberto's amazing techie DIY lavender extraction process. We learnt so much, ate AMAZING food, had some great chats with Roberto, Tiziana and Maria-Grazie… read more
26 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathaniel & Emma)
Nat and Emma stayed among us for one full month. Together we achieved every goal I wished to complete before their departure. We had a fun, we discussed about life in Germany and in New Zealand and last but not least we tasted different type of food, learning new receipts, among them, how to make the peanuts butter. They show us enough self… read more
(Excellent
)
