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Join our countryside home surrounded by nature and animals in Manoppello, Italy

  • Last activity : 16 Jun 2025

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Welcome to the Casa Ugo – your home away from home in the Abruzzo countryside!

    Ciao! We are Sandro and Andrea, and together with our small animal family, we warmly welcome you to Casa – a peaceful home surrounded by nature, olive trees, and mountains in the beautiful region of Abruzzo.

    Sandro’s roots are deeply connected to Abruzzo – his father is originally from Manoppello, but Sandro himself was born and raised in Munich, Germany. With a background in gastronomy, he is a passionate host and cook, always ready to share good meals, stories, and laughter. He loves working with his hands, growing vegetables, and preserving old traditions – especially when it comes to food and hospitality.

    Andrea is German-born and deeply connected to the natural world. She has a big heart for animals and enjoys being outdoors – hiking, moving, and spending time in nature are her greatest joys. She loves making preserves, creating warm and cozy spaces, and caring for both people and animals with dedication and love.

    Together, we believe in living slowly, sharing generously, and creating meaningful connections with people from all over the world.

    In addition to our rural lifestyle, we also run a small Bed & Breakfast, which gives you the chance to experience hospitality, help us with light guest-related tasks (depending on the season), and meet people from all over the world.

    Our way of life is simple, sustainable, and rooted in the rhythms of nature. We are looking for friendly, motivated Workawayers who would like to support us in our daily tasks – in the spirit of help, learn, and share.

    What we ask of you:
    An open mind, a love for animals, and willingness to work with your hands. No prior experience needed – we’re happy to guide you.

    We aim for a fair exchange, and always try to adapt to individual preferences and strengths. Open communication, mutual respect, and shared values are important to us. You’ll be part of our daily rhythm – and we love to learn from each other.

    Languages we speak:
    German, Italian, and English. We welcome communication in any of these.

    If you’re curious about authentic Italian rural life, love nature, and enjoy learning by doing – we’d love to hear from you!

    What we ask of you:
    An open mind, a love for animals, and willingness to work with your hands. No prior experience needed – we’re happy to guide you

    Sandro & Andrea

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Politics / Social justice
    Sustainability
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Self development
    Culture
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Farming
    Events & social
    Yoga / Wellness
    Hiking
    Beach
    Nature
    Cycling
    Outdoor activities
    Fitness
    Animals
    Languages
    Writing
    Music
    Cooking & food
    DIY & crafts
    Gardening
    Books
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    What you’ll find here:
    • A calm, cozy home in the countryside
    • Shared meals (often made with fresh ingredients from our garden)
    • Time for yourself, creativity, and cultural exchange

    Activities and experiences nearby:
    • Hiking in the Majella National Park
    • Swimming in clear mountain rivers or the Adriatic Sea (about 40 min away)
    • Exploring picturesque villages like Pacentro, Sulmona, Manoppello
    • Local festivals, traditional markets, and rural life
    • Food culture: from arrosticini to truffles

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    How you can support us:
    • Feeding and caring for animals (chickens, dogs, cats, and sometimes other guests)
    • Gardening: sowing, planting, weeding, harvesting
    • Preserving food: pickling, drying, jarring fruits, vegetables, and olives
    • Occasional small renovation or creative projects, depending on the season

    We offer free accommodation and one hot meal per day shared with us.

    We look forward to a cultural exchange and value open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    Italian: Intermediate

    This 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

    Accommodation

    Your Accommodation at the Casa

    Workawayers stay in a neighboring house that is part of the Casa property. Sandro and Andrea live on the ground floor, and the upper floor is dedicated to our Workaway guests.

    There, you will find:
    • 3 private bedrooms – each Workawayer has their own room
    • A shared kitchen where you can cook or prepare snacks
    • A shared bathroom, used only by Workawayers

    If you’re looking for an even closer connection to nature, you are welcome to camp in the olive grove or sleep in our small caravan, which offers a rustic and peaceful experience surrounded by trees and birdsong.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 584186278117

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The image depicts a white dog with brown ears and spots, lying on red brick steps, with a slice of pizza placed in front of it.
The image depicts a serene scene of a large dog lying on a patio, surrounded by trees and a small doghouse, with a clear blue sky in the background.
The image depicts two cats lounging on a large pile of hay, with one cat in the foreground and the other in the background, surrounded by lush greenery.
The image depicts a man and woman posing for a selfie, with the man wearing a flat cap and the woman sporting a red top, set against a bright sky backdrop.
The image shows a man and woman bundled up in winter clothing, posing for a selfie on a beach with a grey sky in the background.

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