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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
2 Apr 2024
Feedback
21
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Badges (2)
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Description
In our family we're 7. My husband and me, 4 boys: Martino 10, Elia 8, Giona 5, Lucio 3 years old, wnd a baby girl, Iris.
Our kids are homeschoolers, so we need a help at home to support us in this experience.
We live in a valley of the Trentino region, almost 80 km from the city. Our house is in the countryside, so we have a lot of space around and the children can play free. During the summer I can say "we live outside", but we like go out for walks also during the winter. When it rains we often go to the swimmingpool (in our small town there is a beautiful one) or to the library.
We don't have TV e we don't agree with using technology with children.
We've got also two cats (but they stay outside the most of the time), two sheeps and some hens.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
When my partner and me were younger we also had some experience abroad. I lived in some host families in Germany, Ireland, Russia, Brazil and Kenya and I always found it an enriching experience, even if not easy.
Now we need a help with the home and child management, so we tought to live this experience againg...just from a different point of view.
We would like to know new people and to make out kids grow knowing different cultures and sharing their daily life with different people.
We are a warm and kind family though chaotic!
Help
You should help me with the kids in their daily activities (but feel free to propose them also new activities).
Then I'd ask you to help us in the daily housework: help preparing meals, get the table ready, put the things in the dishwasher, vacuum the common space, hang out the laundry. Any ability in DIY will be good accepted!
We are looking for a simple and smiling person, who loves children and have a good feeling with them, willing to integrate with our family. We also need a person with iniziative (you don't have to wait for us to tell you things that need to be done obviously!).
It is important that you like outdoor activities and you are not afraid of animals. It Is also very important you can ride a bike because we use it a lot.
From the past experience I can say that it is very important you speak at least a basic italian to communicate with them...so they will accept you more easily.
We don't agree with the excessive use of smartphone.. please use it only when it is necessary or in your free time.
Languages
Languages spoken
Italian: Fluent
English: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Our house is in the countryside, so we have a lot of space around.
The workawayer has got their own bedroom with private bathroom.
We use to share the meals with the girl/boy because we want our guests to be part of the family. The meals are smartphone-free!
What else ...
When we go for a trip around, you could join us if you like, we'll be glad to show you our natural beauty. Or if you prefer during the weekend we can organize for you some trips to italian art cities.
We live in a valley of the Trentino region, almost 80 km from the city (you can teach It by bus in 1hour and half). The place is very calm, if you love nature you will like It. If you love nightlife and shopping this is not the right place.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (13)
I appreciate that they welcomed us when we hadn't yet had any feedback on workaway, which is rare in my opinion. I have become very fond of the children, each one has a well-defined character that emerges day by day, they… read more
I just want to say one very important thing: in this nice place surrounded by beautiful mountains, I had the honor to be a part of the real HARMONY OF LIFE.
Every moment, every word, every action, daily contact with… read more
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Accuracy of profile:
(4.9)
Cultural exchange:
(4.8)
Communication:
(5.0)
I appreciate that they welcomed us when we hadn't yet had any feedback on workaway, which is rare in my opinion. I have become very fond of the children, each one has a well-defined character that emerges day by day, they… read more
I just want to say one very important thing: in this nice place surrounded by beautiful mountains, I had the honor to be a part of the real HARMONY OF LIFE.
Every moment, every word, every action, daily contact with… read more
The whole family is full of positivity and much love. The kids are a bit wild but all very sweet and nice. It's a good thing to know at least basic Italian tho!
Serena and her husband both spoke perfectly english and even some german and made us feel very… read more
He is very capable taking care of the children and entertaining them...and even cooking for them.
He is very polite, always… read more
She always found the best strategy to get in touch with our wild boys. I could leave also the baby with her because she is very reliable. She helped me a lot also around the house..if I… read more
I was living with them for a month and I left the house absolutely in love with all of them! From the moment I arrived they made me feel part of the family.
The place where they live is beautiful. Getting up every day with the mountain in front of you and the nature that surrounds you is… read more
All that with great hospitality, generousity and real interest in us as humans, not just as workers...
Both of them are so open to share… read more
They live in a stunning scenery in the mountains with lots of great hikes, lakes and bike routes in the surrounding. You become part of nature.
Their way of raising their kids is amazing. They give them a lot of space to try out things, grow and… read more
He was very helpful, always ready to do something. He was especially great with our three months baby Lucio.
We didn't expect a… read more
He is a very kind hearted, nice and polite man.
During his first stay he helped us with some repairs and did some bike trips with the kids including bringing them to the swimming pool.
As he also wrote in our feedback the communication with the boys was quite difficult due to… read more
The location of the house is wonderful- it's peaceful, close to the nature, with amazing views, mountains and lakes in the area. We really… read more
He is a good-hearted and sensitive person, full of energy and positivity. He is a very special man with many skills, open-minded and adaptable to different situations.
The children liked him from the first moment and we too.
He helped us not only with the children, but also… read more
From the very beginning I knew that I was going to be happy with the family. Nice parents and very funny and active boys, always willing… read more
Serena and Gabriele are so warmhearted, good and helpful people. They have really open and normal view of the world and thanks to them I… read more
I stayed with this family two months, I was so happy and I was supposed to came back but I couldn’t, but definitely if I have the opportunity to go there I wouldn’t think and i will do it.
Is a really easygoing family, I felt them like my second… read more
