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Description
We are a regenerative farm and we are looking for people to volunteeer on our property in a variety of activities, including permaculture gardening, harvesting, dry stone wall-building, land clearing, construction, renovation and preserving. We can also teach you how to brine olives, make kombucha, pizza, foccaccia and various pickles. You will be staying at our property, a non-profit family home. We ask that you work 5 hours a day, 5 days a week. (Weekends are off)
We offer accommodation, breakfast, snack and a great lunch.
If this sounds good to you, please get in touch to arrange a call.
The hosting family
We both have a long background in teaching, artistic, literary and community projects. We love to discuss current affairs as much as being silly and having a laugh. We love dancing, singing and cooking around the fire pit.
English is the common language spoken. We also speak Italian.
The Area
Unique area as we have both seaside and mountain. Also famous for a long cycling path by the sea, we have bikes to use.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Liguria is a wonderful place, with a rich and interesting culture. The Maritime Alps are in the southwestern part of the Alps, and the area is famous for its glorious beaches, excellent weather and unique eco system. Hiking, kayaking, cycling, whale watching… we’ve got it all! We are very close to the Italian border, and roughly 1.5 hours from both Nice and Genova. There are many interesting and alternative villages in the area. You will have plenty of opportunity to exchange ideas about one planet living, European eco village networks, and creative cultural dissent.
We are a relaxed and sociable bunch. We expect you to do your share of work, and then have yourselves a good time. We are open to people of all nationalities and gender.
Help
We have recently moved into our property, a renovated rustico, set on 21,000 sq. metres of land, abundant in olive, fig and orange trees, plus dozens of baby fruit trees, vines, and aromatic herbs. In this first phase, we need help to maintain and clear the land, to renovate and build new structures. Our particular focus in the next months is dealing with erosion on the hill above the house, by repairing walls, flattening land and planting vetiver grass to hold the soil in place. It will be quite hard physical work, but very satisfying. A crash course in anti erosion and water management practices.
We are learning by experimenting with permaculture, no-dig and food forest planting.
Other needs are weeding, pruning, mulching, repairing drystone walls, laying paths and general maintenance. Artists and cultural collaborators are also welcome!
Languages spoken
Italian: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
We have several places for you to stay.
1) A snug split-level building next to our house, equipped with bathroom, kitchen, electricity.
This would suit a couple or two friends.
2) A fully equipped small camper van, with electricity and kitchen area.
3) A secluded tent spot, for Summer visits.
4) A converted stable. This is a shared location, pretty basic, but with kitchen and space for 2/3 to sleep.
What else ...
The sea is 30 mins away on foot, 10 mins on a bike. Wild swimming in the river Argentina is 30 minutes away by bus.
The property is located very close to the town of Taggia, with all amenities close by. The famous alternative village of Bussana Vecchia is also very near. San Remo, with its vibrant bars and jazz clubs is 20 mins away by bus.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have good WIFI. We can help with basic office space with sea view!
Space for parking camper vans
We live up a narrow winding road, so no vehicles larger than a VW T5 can access us. We have parking space, but would need to discuss your needs together.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (7)
I was in Taggia for about three weeks on my way North. Saci and Anna are ver friendly, nice and funny.
The land and the work they are doing is very punkrock - or as Anna calls it: Madmax construction, and I especially enjoyed many opportunities to just figure stuff out on the go. I think this space is great for… read more
I was supposed to stay 3 weeks and I finally stayed 2 months.
the family is very welcoming, I now have a great new friend of 6 years old and a new game partner on minecraft of 9 years old.
the comfort of life is satisfying and healthy, and in case of need I have always felt Annalisa listening to me… read more
I immediately felt very welcome, included and at home. There is room for all to find their place here.
The work/free times are really clear and respected; you know where you stand and there is a perfect balance of… read more
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I was in Taggia for about three weeks on my way North. Saci and Anna are ver friendly, nice and funny.
The land and the work they are doing is very punkrock - or as Anna calls it: Madmax construction, and I especially enjoyed many opportunities to just figure stuff out on the go. I think this space is great for… read more
I was supposed to stay 3 weeks and I finally stayed 2 months.
the family is very welcoming, I now have a great new friend of 6 years old and a new game partner on minecraft of 9 years old.
the comfort of life is satisfying and healthy, and in case of need I have always felt Annalisa listening to me… read more
I immediately felt very welcome, included and at home. There is room for all to find their place here.
The work/free times are really clear and respected; you know where you stand and there is a perfect balance of… read more
Annalisa and Saci are very considerate, helpful, friendly and understanding women. They are always ready to help you solve any problems both personal and work-related. They’re great supervisors and always give decent feedback on the work done. Besides, they’re patient teachers on permaculture, thoroughly explaining things. Also, they’re… read more
