Help us on our biologic farm in the beautiful Tuscany near the sea, Italy

Italy

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02/10/2022
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I'm Imogen, 1959, my daughter, Franci, 1999 and her boyfriend Augustin 1998
We are german, but live here since 1980.
We live here with 2 horses, 2 dogs, 7 cats and chickens. Soon we will have bees again.
There are hundreds of big old olivetrees, so that we produce a lot of excellent oliveoil.
We rent the old farmhouse to summerguests, thats our main money entance.
I'm a classic homeopath and love it.
I'm also a yoga teacher but now I practice less.
I'm overhelmed with work, the farm is too big for one person.
We eat biological food, very rarely meat and fish. You can cook it, if you like.
We have no clear organisation, we try to find the best solution for everybody and from case to case.
I'm very interested in culture, literature, film, theater, art and music. There is a piano.
I also participate at political activities here around.
I like people who don't think only about themselves.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
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
they can learn a lot of tasks in nature, constructing, cooking and so on.
They can participate at interesting discussions about art, literature, culture, psycology, social themes, politics.
they can see how nice and warm it can be to speak onestly and directly with each other. They can live playfull and free, organize themselves, be resposible for themselves. Choose when and what to do. That sympathy and openess are as important as "hard work"
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Im looking for a craft man or woman who knows to do some of the things up there.
Here there is some work for everybody. Stonewalls, tree cutting, fences, house reparation, sawing, cooking, technic things, woodworking, cleaning, gardening.. singing and dancing..
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Greek: Beginner
French: Beginner
Accommodation
A nice, bright flat with around nature, animals, olivetrees.
Sometimes, when the flat is rented, a nice and bright caravan, near to our house
What else ...
walk to the village, go by bike to the sea, go to concerts near by,
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week, depends the situation

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Accuracy of profile:
(4.8)

Cultural exchange:
(5.0)

Communication:
(5.0)

17/07/2022

Left by Workawayer (Ido) for host

I stayed with Imogen for about a week. the farm and countryside around it are beautiful, and if you're looking for a bit of peace and quiet this is definitely a good place to be.
Imogen is a very kind, caring and friendly host, and we had many interesting conversations about a myriad of subjects.
as to the work itself- there is a lot to do and… read more

(Excellent )

17/07/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Andressa & Glauber)

I don't want to make too much words, but Andressa and Glauber are just wonderful, helpful and competent people.
I am so thankful about their help and friendship.
Even they were here only one week, so many things were done.
I hope they'll come back one day!
Thanks again Andressa, Glauber!

(Excellent )

30/12/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Diego)

Diego and his friends were of big help!
They are joyfull young men, relaxed and full of energy .
We had a good time.

(Excellent )

30/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Diego) for host

It was a nice experience... at the beginning we didn’t get along with Imogen because the schedule wasn't to clear, but afterwards with good communication we could get along well... the place is really beautiful, the family have created a really cousy space; and the nature and villages, surrounded by, its wonderful... I loved the food, they were… read more

(Excellent )

24/11/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Pat & Renee)

We all are happy to know Pat and Renee !
They are quiet, energetic and friendly!
They are hard workers and good company.

Pat and Renee, we would be glad if you stay in contact with us!
Tell us, if you found your place in Italy!
Stay well and as happy as you are!

Imogen, Franci, Augustin and the others..

(Excellent )

28/02/2021

Left by Workawayer (Sridhar) for host

I stayed at Imogen's farm for around 3 weeks. Imogen is very nice person and very helpful. Imogen, Francesca and Augustine are very welcoming. They are really nice. My tasks are to Cut the unwanted plants that are in between the olive trees, filling olive oils into the cane, cleaning the surroundings, etc. The work in the farm is quite hard and… read more

(Excellent )

10/11/2020

Left by host for Workawayer (Ludmila & Leonel Andres)

Ludmilla and Leonel were the nicest work-awayers I ever had!
They were very helpful, whenever needed.
They were very empathic, polite, tactful and educated.
Nevertheless they tell you the truth and don't hide behind a smiling mask.
Ernest people.
They had a strong sense of duty and were extremely reliable.
After two weeks of intense work… read more

(Excellent )

28/10/2020

Left by Workawayer (Ludmila & Leonel Andres) for host

We had a great experience with Imogen in her Farm. We had a really good time there, amd we fell very confortable. The farm is beautifull, we sleep in a really nice Caravan, we enjoyed every meals, and we did a several works there. Imogen is a good person, we shared nice time togheter, we went to the lake, to the city and we shared nice… read more

(Excellent )

03/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alice) for host

I spent three weeks at Imogen’s place and we have done many different kinds of work such as cutting grass, cleaning around the olive trees, feeding animals, cooking and much more.
In free time we went to the lake and to the sea or took a short bath in the cistern.
Imogen is really nice and kind, she loves her work and takes her time to show you… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Alice)

Alice was like a fairy on our farm.
She is practical, intelligent, wise and diligent.
She is respectful, polite, interested and interesting.
She helped in many ways and we had even some beautiful adventures.
It was a wonderful time with her, I miss her and hope that she comes back sometimes.
Thanks a lot, Alice (in Wonderland) for your presence,… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ronja) for host

This is a very beautiful place and perfect for those, who are looking for working with their hands, surrounded by beautiful nature. Imogen has plenty of knowlege and live experience and you can have great talks with her.
She is very caring and interested in you as a person.
She is also a great cook and in our free time she often took us to the… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ronja)

Ronja was a big help on our farm!
She was always helpful, practical, intelligent, participating.
It was a great pleasure to have her with us.
You are always welcome again, Ronja!

(Excellent )

29/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (William)

William is the nicest, most balanced person I can imagine.
He is open and interested, always helpful, practical, smart.
I can't imagine any positive property, he has not.
Thank you, William, for being with us and for being who you are!
You are always welcome!

(Excellent )

25/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Dorottya) for host

Imogen has helped me straight when I was asking for her help by taking me after a previous, difficult workaway experience. First few days we didn't understand each others caracter, but after talking openly we started to get on well. This formed into a true, warm friendship. She is a very interesting women, very honest, good hearted person.
Go to… read more

(Excellent )

23/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Victoria) for host

I spent almost 2 weeks at Imogen's place. I slept in a lovely Caravan between all the lovely Details of Imogen's farm. We got a whole lot of Food every day, were taken to the lake and the sea and to a Demonstration. I got a lot of valuable impressions. Important to know is probably that Imogen is interested in People who are willing to work with… read more

(Good )

23/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host

We definitely won’t forget this experience.
This farm is very nice and also requires a lot of work. We met wonderful people between the host, the guests and the other workawayers. Imogen is a very interesting and nice woman with a big heart, you can talk with her about a lot of things (so take advantage).
She helped us in some things that we’ll… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Beni) for host

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(Negative )

29/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Eugenia & Luca) for host

Imogen is a great woman, she loves to talk about the world, the nature, the pople, ... She is kind and so helpful, and as long as you are nice and you have a positive attitude she will undoubtably be an amazing host.
I also want to say that Franci, her daughter is a great girl, we talked a lot and she might seem a bit shy at the beginning but I am… read more

(Excellent )

08/07/2013

Left by Workawayer (André & Andries) for host

My friend and I spent 3 weeks here when Imogen was in Germany. Richard was looking after the farm and Jurgen was there too. Jurgen was always very friendly and generous.Richard is a great cook and an excellent craftsman. He taught us some new skills and some Greek too. We didn't have a car but Richard organised lifts with Dagmar the neighbour and… read more

(Very good )

03/06/2013

Left by Workawayer (Amalija) for host

I came here for two weeks and end up staying month and a half. This place is absolutely stunning, functionally arranged and productive. Both people and nature are delightful, grateful, adaptable, extremely interesting and enjoyable. For it to be so, work is required; therefor you should like it. There really are ways for everyone to express… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Xavier)

I am very happy and thakfull about Lisa and Xavier.
I had to go away from my farm and let it in full confidence to them.
They didnt disappoint me. They looked after the animals and had cure of everything.
They are very nice and open and full of empathie.
I wish them a wonderfull future!
Salut Lisa, salut Xavier
je spere du voire vous encore

(Very good )

11/03/2013

Left by Workawayer (Xavier) for host

I wanted to leave this feedback much earlier but have been a long time without @..

So, I stayed with my girlfriend more than two months at Imogen's place.
Unfortunately, we didn't have the chance to know her better as she went to Germany a short time after we both arrived.

In december, we worked outside with Yurgen, helping mostly with the… read more

(Very good )

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