Experience art and nature living off the grid somewhere in Tuscany, Italy

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Description
It is a bizarre open-air "laboratory" where everything is constantly evolving immersed in the Tuscan countryside away from the chaos of big cities. A 'perfectly messy' place outside the box where you can feel free from prejudice and stress.

I am a free man (or I try to be...) who has lived on art and dreams for a long time. I lead a modest life and try to recycle everything I can. I love simple people, honest and sincere.

I paint, I make small artistic creations, I sew by myself what I wear I take care of the hens and I am trying to restore the "hortus conclusus" to be as self-sufficient as possible.

Well if I'm here of course it's because I need HELP and I'm looking for fit and rustic guys: pioneers, very easy going, pragmatic, very open minded, handymen with a sense of humor, do-it-yourself bricklayers, genius, carpenter, acrobat, gardener, plumber, electrician, mechanic, woodcutter, farmer, inventor, etc.

If you have 'special needs' .... remember to bring them with you. So you will be sure to find what you want. ;)

Better read carefully before wasting time and money on both sides.

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1 - Send request in the short term - Long term “reservations” are too difficult to manage.

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3 - Enter your Instagram / Facebook account when sending your request (just to know who I open the door to ...) Thank you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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What's this?
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Many things from the past... - Italian language Ancient History and Art - Notions of permaculture and biology.
Help
Small gardening tasks in general, clean up and repair what some volunteers have destroyed :(
This is the ideal place for those who love "living off the grid" gardening and creativity.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
This It is not a hostel or hotel but just a simple place in the rural area in tuscan countryside.
If you want you can use your sleeping bag otherwise there are blankets and sheets, bring whit you something practical/confort clothes for the life outdoor.
Here the situation is very spartan. You will have a caravan (very close to home) to sleep in.
What else ...
Free wifi connection
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
Max 25hrs, 5 days a week. The natural clock is the sun and daylight. I've never checked the watch, I just look at the results..

Photos

A friend of mine helps me in the garden...

a original interior design DIY :) can you help me?

This is me and one of my 3 white bears/dogs :)

New Jacuzzi Forest model ... a relaxing bath

One side of my Atelier outdoor

Outdoor shower in good weather

Dyeing of fabrics with pure herbs and pigments

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hand-made fabrics and fabrics of hemp and cotton and linen, from these will be born my unusual but comfortable clothes

Learn to color fabrics with natural colors (herbs collected in the fields and pure pigments)

Terme di Saturnia, hot water for thousands and thousands of years. Not very far from here

This is one of my works of art

Pigmenti puri, workshop atelier

a small part of the wild vegetable garden

A small pond in front of the big wooden hut

Feedback left by and about host (85)

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(5.0)

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(5.0)

21/03/2022

Left by Workawayer (GUILHERME) for host

The best

(Excellent )

07/12/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Jakob)

Jacob is a very diligent and clean guy, without any problem he does what he is asked to do (and he does it well).
Always smiling and pleasant company. Very easy going and calm, I was very comfortable with him.
Absolutely recommended for other hosts. See you soon Jack;)

(Excellent )

06/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Jakob) for host

My stay at Vivianos place was my first workaway experience. Meaning that I had mixed feelings about it, as with everything new. Worries as much as anticipation.
But I have been wrong to worry.
Vivianos kindness and the peacefulness/magic of this Place gave me an environment to find peace and grow.

What I saw as a possibility to travel without… read more

(Excellent )

04/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Dominik & Anja) for host

"Be how you are"
or
"You are just you..."

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When we reading Viviano´s words at his profile, we were immediately surrounded by a magic, which absolutely wanted to draw us to his… read more

(Excellent )

02/12/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Dominik & Anja)

Wow... Dominik and Anja are two very easygoing young people, very open minded and work with passion and love. They always did more than what I asked for, I am so happy to have met them and I hope they will come back here soon to be together. Their company is pleasant, they have a lot of respect for their hosts. I could go on writing another ten… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Maximilian)

Mamma mia! :) what a beautiful message. Thank you with all my heart!
Max is an attentive boy and thirsty for knowledge and loves to explore nature as well as the human soul. A guy who knows what he wants, very instinctive and easy going.
It is nice to be in his company, he loves to deepen the topics in a conversation, very neat and clean.
Despite… read more

(Excellent )

03/11/2021

Left by Workawayer (Maximilian) for host

On my way through Italy I found quite spontaneously the way to Viviano's farm and I am grateful to have made this experience. Viviano is a wonderful host and person which made me feel right at home. Viviano gives you trust from the beginning which is reflected in the work on the farm. For example, the start of the day is left to us volunteers - we… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)

My dear Flo,

it is I who thank you and Max, your help and your positive energy it has been a real pleasure for me to have you here.
You are a reliable and very intelligent guy, I am sure that you will find yourself well everywhere and especially in the world of work. You know how to take your responsibilities and this is very important in life.… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2021

Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host

Dear Viviano,

It was my first workaway experience at Vivianos place, and I was fascinated by his hospitality and his huge life experience. We learned a lot here about the ancient Etruscan way of life and our evening discussions about philosophy, art and creativity had a sustainable influence on the formation of my character.

Although the work… read more

(Excellent )

09/10/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Freek)

My dear Freek,

your sincerity, spontaneity and honesty are disarming. It is impossible not to perceive the aura of positive energy that your person emanates. Always with a smile and in a good mood, kind and generous. You have a kind soul and it is nice to be in your company, impossible not to appreciate you. You work with love and this is very… read more

(Excellent )

08/10/2021

Left by Workawayer (Freek) for host

I spent a few days thinking about what to write in my feedback about this place.
I could sum up everything I have to say in one word, but that would be too short to describe Viviano and the environment. Two words: "AMAZING" and "FANTASTIC" Two words that mean the same thing, so it could also be in one word. Loving and Caring, compassionate and… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Vinciane & Andréane)

Dedè is a very pragmatic and familiar girl. It's funny, but when she arrived I felt like I had known her for a long time, she fit in perfectly with the others and her company is definitely very pleasant. A smart and organized girl. Absolutely recommended for all hosts. He learns everything very easily.
If he contacts you, do not hesitate to accept… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2020

Left by Workawayer (Vinciane & Andréane) for host

I stayed a week at the Viviano's place and i really enjoyed my time. We were independant, could manage our time how we wanted, so be ready to take initiative. Specially Viviano is in a new start and he is really open for new ideas. You will spend most of the time with the others workawayers but you will see him once or twice during the day for a… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Marcia & Audrey)

Dear Marcia,

if I could I would give 7 stars, not only 5 ... You are a very special girl. Always in a good mood and with a smile. You have a strong positive energy that you can transmit to everyone around you.
It was very nice to have you here, too bad we had to change plans due to Covid19. But I am convinced that we will meet again (I hope) I am… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2020

Left by Workawayer (Marcia & Audrey) for host

Viviano is a wonderful host. You will feel more than confortable at his place.
A basic day takes place in the following way: you'll have breakfast together with the other travellers in your beautiful wood cabin (close to his house), then you'll go to pick the olives, feed the animals and gardening.
At night, we would eat sometimes together,… read more

(Excellent )

23/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)

Dear Lisa and Agathe,

your time here was really nice, you were really a great help and even my sweet mother Giovanna - who unfortunately is no longer with us - would have been very proud of you.
I am happy that you have enjoyed yourselves here in this bizarre atelier among brushes and chickens.
Unfortunately due to this global emergency (Covid19)… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2020

Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host

Viviano welcomed us warmly at the last minute on his beautifull land ! He's a very generous and funny person. He trusted us very easily, made us feel confortable and gave us a lot of autonomy in our everyday life.
We picked up olives, took care of the animals and helped him with different little tasks.
Viviano needs some time alone to create (as… read more

(Excellent )

14/07/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Cody)

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(Negative )

13/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Toni & Irati)

Absolutely recommended - It was a very "carpe diem" meeting ... and the result was excellent. Toni and Ira are two Angels! We have come into harmony from the first moment.
They have helped us a lot more than a host can imagine. They are very self-sufficient and generous guys. The experience with them has been fantastic and I hope they will come… read more

(Excellent )

19/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Valentin) for host

Thank you so much for that experience Viviano, you was a perfect Host on every points ! I spent some realy good moments, realy appreciate chating with you. The work was perfect for me, thats was all i needed ! I hope we will keep in touch, and have no doubts if we meet again it will be realy nice.
Good Luck for the farm, kisses to Giovanna, and… read more

(Excellent )

11/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Valentin)

Dear Valentin,

before of all thank so much for you great help in the farm and I am sure any Host are really lucky if you can ...
Anyhow I hope we meet again in the next future. Remember, the house for you is always open ;)

For the Hosts: Valentin is a boy very intelligent and curious, he helps me to translate and have a better understanding of a… read more

(Excellent )

12/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Brinton) for host

Thank you for hosting me, Viviano & Giovanna! This is a unique setting in the rolling hills of Tuscany with an Italian family and lots of different species of birds (especially peacocks and chickens), 3 dogs and roaming bunnies, 1 hedgehog- but this is always changing, I believe. Viviano is a charismatic, artistic man who is passionate about his… read more

(Very good )

07/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Brinton)

Dear Brinton, thank you very much for your help and your availability. You have just left and we already miss you.
I hope you will come back to visit us, my home is always open for you.

For Hosts: He is a very responsible, orderly guy, a good worker and a nice company. He is a very talented professional photographer. Absolutely recommended.

(Excellent )

29/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Leo)

Dear Leo,

Grazie! :) Thanks for your beautiful feedback and thanks again for the great help you give me during the period that you stay here and hope you come back one day.

For Hosts: Leo is a very kind boy, has much practical sense and he is always in a good mood. He also learn very quickly italian!! He easily adapts to any kind of situation… read more

(Excellent )

28/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Leo) for host

This is a beautiful one-of-a-kind place.

Viviano and Giovanna totally welcome you into their home, and if you treat the place with respect then they do so nearly as family members - I looked forward to each meal every day! While she has reached an age now where her cooking can only feed 3 or 4 people, the quality of Giovanna's food is still… read more

(Excellent )

27/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Wren)

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(Negative )

16/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jake)

Dear Jack, thanks for your nice feedback. It 's true ... in fact I love the saga of "The Lord of the Rings" and Radagast is a wonderful character ;) Grazie!

You were really a big help, is that long ago that I did not accept requests for volunteers (except those who had already been here and have come back to visit us). But I'm glad you chose… read more

(Excellent )

13/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jake) for host

Staying with Viviano was my first Workaway experience and it totally convinced me to do more. I had such a care-free life on the farm and really felt like part of the family. Work is fun and super variable, there's always something to do and something to learn and you will never go hungry with Giovanna's amazing cooking. For those who've read or… read more

(Excellent )

15/07/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Gibeau)

Ciao Mika!! :)

Thanks for your nice company - you fantastic caracter, alway good moofd) and your precious help in the farm. You're a very good boy. We wish all the best in your life. Back when you want, home is always open for you.

For the Hosts: very polite boy, full of enthusiasm and motivated. Mika easily adapts to any kind of situation… read more

(Excellent )

09/07/2014

Left by Workawayer (Gibeau) for host

I had a beautiful experiance here ! Viviano and Mama are two great person ! :) If you want to be host by them, you will eat well, sleep well, laugh and be in peace with yourself in the nature :) The animals are adorable also ! So, thank you for everything ! :)

Michael Gibeau aka Mika

(Excellent )

05/06/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa & Wesley)

Dear Lisa,

We already missed you, your sweet and beautiful smile have left here a beautiful memory. You can come back whenever you want. Thanks again for the great help you gave us during the period that you stay with us and hope you come back to visit us when you want.

For Hosts: Lisa is a very handy girl, has much practical sense and she… read more

(Excellent )

05/06/2014

Left by Workawayer (Lisa & Wesley) for host

Dear Viviano,

thank you for this beautiful Experience to work on your farm with all your animals. I really enjoyed my stay in one of the beautiful caravans, having good chats with you, get really nice Italian cuisine and just being part of your Vision.

For the travellers:
Viviano and his mother Giovanna are really really friendly, open… read more

(Excellent )

26/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Martin)

Dear Martin,

first of all thanks for your great help, you're really a good guy.
I'm sure you will not have any kind of problems in other experiences Workaway.

For Host: Martin is a nice guy with good company, very humble, honest and has good will easily learn what you must do. You will not have any problem with him. Definitely recommended.

I… read more

(Excellent )

26/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Martin) for host

I ve been thinking about this feedback for a while.
My first conclusion is: Being a Host is a difficult thing.
Volunteers are volatile, they change the story, the plans, the journey all the time. Is not easy to cope with this and to be able to organize your own house/work in advance.
Viviano is a very kind person. He opens the doors of his house… read more

(Excellent )

07/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)

Dear Sarah,

Thanks for your beautiful feedback and thanks again for the great help you gave us during the period that you stay with us and hope you come back to visit us one day.

For Hosts: Sarah is a very kind girl, has much practical sense and she is always in a good mood. She also learn very quickly. She easily adapts to any kind of situation… read more

(Excellent )

07/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

Viviano is such a funny, bright, and dramatic person. I loved my time with him and his beautiful mother. There are always so many laughs with the two of them and although, I couldn't understand most of the conversation during dinner (I don't speak Italian), it was such a pleasure to be there and watch them enjoying each other's company so much. I… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2014

Left by Workawayer (Sean) for host

I had an amazing time while staying at the farm with Viviano and his wonderful mum Giovanna. Thanks so much for allowing me to be such a welcome part of your family during my stay!
Working with all of the animals was great fun and very educational, and getting the chance to build and work with all of the wooden structures was very enjoyable and… read more

(Excellent )

05/05/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Sean)

Dear Sean,
Thank you very much for all your help. I hope you'll be able to come back. You're always welcome here.

For the Hosts:
Sean is a very reliable person. A very talented guy who can build a house and repair you old computer. He's also very kind and polite.
Sean has much love for animals of all kind.
Absolutely recommended!
Viviano

(Excellent )

30/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host

I had a fantastic experience on this very unique farm. Viviano and Giovanna are truly lovely people and I was lucky to spend 3 weeks with them, as well as some great volunteers.

The farm itself is in beautiful Tuscan countryside, with views that stretch to the coast, a great place to working during the olive harvest. The work itself was… read more

(Excellent )

20/12/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)

Dear Jack,

First of all thank you for all your work here on the farm. I really appreciate you honesty and effort. I hope that you can come back one day.

For the host:
Jack is very responsible and trustworthy. He's also very polite and very sociable. I'm sure you won't be disappointed of him.
I absolutely recommend him.
If you need any… read more

(Excellent )

05/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Katrin) for host

Caro Viviano, thank You for having the opportunity to stay on your farm douring olive picking season=Good feeling without pressure!
You can participate here on visions how to develop the place according to your will and skills-feeding animals, harvesting, building..Viviano is easy going and doesn't run after people to check but there is always… read more

(Excellent )

29/11/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Katrin)

Dear Katrina,

We already missed you, your good humor and your sympathy have left here a beautiful memory. You can come back whenever you want. Thanks again for the great help you gave us during the period that you stay with us and hope you come back to visit us one day.

For Hosts: Kate is a very handy girl, has much practical sense and she… read more

(Excellent )

15/10/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Chandler)

Dear Chandler, Thanks for the kind words and for the great help you gave us. I am sure that with the welcoming nature that you have you'll be fine everywhere. Of course, you can come back anytime .. you will always be welcome. I wish you all the best.

For Host: She is an honest girl, easy goer, cheerful and sociable that will be of great help… read more

(Excellent )

15/10/2013

Left by Workawayer (Chandler) for host

I absolutely fell in love with this place! Everything is so beautiful and peaceful. My first week was really hard and I got really upset and overwhelmed from all the work, but it was very short after that I got into it and got use to things. There is a lot more work here than I thought there would be but it's all fun and excitingly different than… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2013

Left by Workawayer (Brendan) for host

I had a great time working at the farm with Viviano and his mum, Giovanna. There is never lack of work as there are so many animals of all sorts. The food prepared by the Nonna is always amazing, mostly fresh stuff. I got to learn many new Tuscan/Abruzzo recipes which I now cook back home in Glasgow. It is also a great place to improve ones… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Brendan)

Brendan is a very intelligent man. He already knows a lot of things but he is always ready to learn something new.
Here he was really responsable, honest, helpful, and warm-hearted.
He definitely has a lot of talent regarding languages. He speaks a great Italian, Spanish, English and Portuguese.

For the hosts:
Absolutely recommended.… read more

(Excellent )

30/09/2013

Left by Workawayer (Casey) for host

It is shame that I was only able to spend a week working at this lovely farm as I would have loved to stay for much longer! The company, scenery and food were all superb and I miss them already. I learned plenty from the work being done, enjoying the opportunity to work hard and get my hands dirty. Both Viviano and Giovanna were fantastic, helping… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Casey)

Dear Casey,

I'm sure with your sociable character you'll be fine anywhere you'll go. Thanks again for your invaluable help here on the farm. I hope you'll come back one day to see how the cypress trees you planted together with other volunteers grew in a (not too distant) future.

For Hosts:
Casey is a very quiet guy, although he speak a… read more

(Excellent )

01/09/2013

Left by Workawayer (Philipp) for host

It was my first expierience like this and I spent two great Weeks at this Farm ! What i liked most is all the Energy and the Ideas Viviano (and because of this also the Volunteers) put in this Project.
If you are there you will learn a lot, but not only about how to care for animals, but also about life concepts, and yourself ! Be sure Viviano… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Philipp)

Dear Philipp, first of all thank you for your invaluable help and your good company. When you want to return you're always welcome (you now have a home in Tuscany) ...

For the Host: Phillip's description of himself shown on his profile is very accurate and true, he is very polite, honest, friendly (always in a good mood), good-looking, not… read more

(Excellent )

25/08/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Jordan)

Jordan is a very nice guy, intelligent and well mannered. It 'stayed with us more than a month now and socialized with everyone, family, friends, animals and even with other volunteers. It has no special requirements for food and adapts easily to all. Good looking and very honest.
If there were more people like him we would live in a better… read more

(Excellent )

24/08/2013

Left by Workawayer (Jordan) for host

Where do I begin. I lived on the farm with Viviano and Giovanna for over a month, and can easily say it has been one of the best experiences of my life. During my stay I learnt a great deal through caring for the hundreds of beautiful animals everyday, from the donkeys and mini horses to the ducklings and ancient chickens. With a lot of animals… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2013

Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host

I spent an amazing month with Viviano and his fun mother, Giovana. I learned a great deal about organic farming and animal care, greatly improved my Italian, and met some incredible work awayers who I will continue to be in touch with. It's a perfect place for anyone with ready hands and a love for and curiosity about animals to go, work, learn,… read more

(Excellent )

20/07/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Peter)

Thanks Peter for all the help you gave us, you're a very nice guy, very polite and good-natured. I'm sure you'll be fine in other places because you're very sociable.

For Hosts: Peter speaks very good English and a decent Italian so it can help to deepen and improve your English. He is also interested in improving his Italian. Here he also… read more

(Excellent )

30/07/2013

Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host

It was my first workaway experience, and I stayed here„ for almost a month. It was a very interesting experience and i was welcome from the first moment on. The first days I was there, arrived a camerateam from Arte-Tv to take a short video about the farm ( it could be very interesting and helpful for volunteers who are realy interested to help… read more

(Excellent )

16/07/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Felix)

You never know hot to begin ... Felix is a very sensitive guy, sociable with everyone, polite and very easily learns things to do. Although here, it was his first experience of volunteering, he gave the best of himself and I feel I can heartily recommend to others this young man. Hosts 'botanical' .. a new Marco Polo :)
In fact, he brought me… read more

(Excellent )

17/03/2013

Left by Workawayer (Mia) for host

Working at this farm was a great learning experience, both with people and culture, and with caring for the animals. As for work, much time was spent feeding, cleaning, and caring for the animals, and time in between filled with endless projects. This is a great place to visit if you want to learn Italian. It's a very immersive experience, with… read more

(Very good )

14/03/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Mia)

A young couple full of enthusiasm and desire to be truly useful. They have shown much interest in the artistic and cultural activities but at the same time work hard. They are very polite and clean. Definitely recommended, and I hope that sooner or later come back to visit us. Thanks again for your help. See you soon! :)

Viviano

(Excellent )

01/02/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Enrico)

Enrico is a responsible guy very honest and loyal.
Hard-working and reliable. This month has helped us very much and I hope in the future to have more people like him. You know that I plan to create a community, and if one day he wants to be part of it, he will be welcome.
Thanks again Enrico for all the great help you gave us.
For other Host:… read more

(Excellent )

01/02/2013

Left by Workawayer (Enrico) for host

This was my first experience as workawayer, I stay for a month in January...what Can I say.....two things about this experience 1.I got the full immersion in the farm and country life working hard and with the satisfaction of your results 2. The knowledge of the Tuscany cultures through the stories of the people ( the incredible tuscany cow boy… read more

(Excellent )

25/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Manuela) for host

I spent two weeks in Vivianos place and I can say, that this is a wonderful place for everybody who enjoys working with animals! Be prepared that you work on your own responsibility and the experience you will have is what you make of it on your own. Unless you dont have a car you are mostly dependent on Viviano driving you somewhere and very rare… read more

(Excellent )

14/09/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Manuela)

From the first time I read her profile I knew I'd find a girl different from any other, eager to prove herself even in extreme situations. Manuela is serious and reliable and likes to complete everything that she begins. She is polite and kind and has no difficulty in entering and working in a team with others, she was the only girl working… read more

(Excellent )

20/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Alejandro Jose & Esther) for host

..all experiences are what you make of it, here you can fully apply this and feed from the passion Viviano has for the animals, the farm and the land, and every thing he does. Everything there revolves around his energy and his will to make your stay a special one. Great evening chats with the family la mamma and one great friend of his.

La… read more

(Very good )

11/07/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Alejandro Jose & Esther)

The meeting with Alex in my chaotic life has been extremely positive, relaxing .. exciting. Thank you for any help and willingness.

My friend, I wish you a journey full of emotions and feelings .. Viviano

(Excellent )

14/09/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas)

I often think that volunteers are a bit like bees, they go from flower to flower and make sure that the flowers can then become fruit .. also this time I had a lot of luck, Tommy is definitely very hard working and tireless. Humble, kind, polite and very fast in his work. Here at the farm he was a great help and made friends with everyone, even… read more

(Excellent )

13/09/2012

Left by Workawayer (Thomas) for host

I stayed in Pollaio del re for a few weeks in September. It's a very unique place and a very interesting experience. Looking after the birds (giving them water twice a day) is one of the main things to. After that there are many other things to do, but the working hours are flexible. For example we did everything from bring in the hay bales, work… read more

(Excellent )

19/08/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra & Elizabeth)

There are about eight years that I host volunteers from every nation and direction. And I can say that you never stop learning ... These two girls, apparently so fragile and young at first glance, have proved better than most guys I've hosted in the past. Are good company, cheerful even when they are working hard. Definitely excellent :)

(Excellent )

19/08/2012

Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Elizabeth) for host

From the moment that Viviano picked us up from the train station in Grosseto, we knew that our first workaway experience would be a very special one. Viviano is a charmer to say the least, a talented artist who has devoted himself entirely to preserving the place. He has many dreams for this farm and is in great need of workers with enthusiasm and… read more

(Excellent )

28/06/2012

Left by Workawayer (RICHARD) for host

2 amazing weeks, 7 amazing people, 1 amazing farm. I travelled out to Tuscany not knowing what was in store for me as I had never used Workaway before, nor had I ever worked on a farm. What I left with were some great memories and some unforgettable friends (not all of which were human!). If you are looking for a "relaxing time in Tuscany" this is… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (RICHARD)

Dear 'prawn cocktail' I will miss you, I will miss your sense of humor, your energy and your love for everything you do. Your presence here in the farm has been very useful, thanks again.
I am sure that wherever you go with your positive attitude you will always be loved, impossible not to agree with you.

(Excellent )

26/06/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Rafael)

Thanks Rafael, you're very kind. Despite your young age I realize that there is much to learn from being with you. You have a great sensitivity and I'm sure you'll be good in everything you will do. Good luck and thanks for the help you gave us.

Viviano

(Excellent )

25/06/2012

Left by Workawayer (Rafael) for host

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the farm. Both Viviano and Giovana are very sweet and a pleasure to interact with. During my stay here my Italian improved significantly. There is always work to do - taking care of animals is not a 9:00-6:00 job - but it isn't very difficult. Giovana always cooks an amazing dinner and sometimes even makes… read more

(Excellent )

21/06/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)

Dear Paul, thanks for your kind words, which I will reciprocate. You're a good person and here you gave all you had. Each of us has his own character (we talked about it a lot) and we were not always in tune. One cannot be in harmony with everybody, it is part of life and it should be accepted. Anyway we also had fun moments and made new… read more

(Very good )

21/06/2012

Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host

What can I say about my time here. This farm is not for the feint of heart, if you go here you will work long and hard and you will become immersed in the farm and the people. There is so much to learn and experience here, it is a good place to go to get some perspective and realise what hard work is! Viviano is very passionate about the farm and… read more

(Very good )

02/06/2012

Left by Workawayer (Ramiro & Magalí) for host

We had a wonderful time here! So much to learn and do. Viviano and Giovana are great people full of energy. We felt like home during our time here".
One thing for sure: "Nel Pollaio del Re se mangia bene!"(the food of Giovana is incredible). This is a place we you can really get in touch with the Italian culture in a much simple way. The work… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Ramiro & Magalí)

I am very happy to have met and got in the farm , they are really nice couple, polite and clean. Very intuitive and full of initiative with various ideas here in the farm. Recommended to all Hosts.

Viviano

(Excellent )

26/05/2012

Left by Workawayer (Tulia) for host

I really enjoyed my time here in the farm with Viviano and Giovanna and all the bunch of animales that I get to feel famliar. (I will miss the gouts and my favourite chikens...) There are tons of work to get done and also tons of things to enjoy here. Since amazing sunsets everyday to the incredible Giovanna´s food! I remembered how to see the… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Tulia)

Thank Tulia, per tutta l'amicizia e il grande aiuto che ci hai dato. Sei una ragazza veramente molto brava e socievole, sono sicuro che avrai molte gratificazioni nella tua vita. Spero con tutto il cuore di trovare sempre volontari con la tua energia e voglia di aiutare... con gli animli ha un ottimo rapporto ed è molto affidabile, raccomandata a… read more

(Excellent )

14/04/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Nicholas)

Caro Nicky,

grazie per tutte le belle cose che hai scritto su di me e la fattoria, sei molto gentile. La conversazione con te non è mai noiosa perchè sei un ragazzo molto intellettuale, gentile, educato. Ma sinceramente poco adatto ai lavori di fattoria e manualità in generale. Sono sicuro che come traduttore o insegnante di inglese sarai molto… read more

(Good )

04/04/2012

Left by Workawayer (Nicholas) for host

My main goal in coming herewas to practice using my Italian. During my time volunteering , my Italian improved tenfold. My hosts were some of the most hospitable and warm people I have ever met. The food is wonderful, the atmosphere is tranquil, and the animals are very friendly. Viviano has a talent for discovering his volunteers' capacities and… read more

(Excellent )

01/02/2012

Left by host for Workawayer (Gerrit)

Gerrit, thanks for all the good company and help you gave us, You're a very responsible and polite young man that will be missed around here. When you want to come back and visit us you are always welcome. For other Hosts: I would definitely recommend him. Do not worry everything will be fine with him. Goodbye, Gerrit. Thanks again :)

(Excellent )

30/01/2012

Left by Workawayer (Gerrit) for host

A very interesting experience. Everybody is very friendly and welcoming. I actually think its pretty easy to have a conversation with Viviano. The food is more than amazing. Some of the best dishes I've ever eaten in my life. If you don't want to you dont need to spend any money at all. Since I have been here I havent spend one single euro. Since… read more

(Excellent )

23/01/2012

Left by Workawayer (Ben) for host

I came in November and stayed for just over a month through Christmas. Life on the farm is what you decide to make it. You will work most days and they will be long days of working with the sun but all the work is manageable and there is always opportunity to make the work your own or start a new project on the farm. Viviano is open to new ideas… read more

(Very good )

26/11/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Ben)

I met Ben and I met a great person. Honest, motivated, learn fast and very friendly. If you have Ben in your farm you are lucky.

(Excellent )

14/09/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Giuseppe)

(Negative )

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