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I live in a big house on the sea in the beautiful island of Ortigia - which is the vibrant heart of the city of Siracusa.
I am a French software developer, I have my office in the same building, and I spend a lot of time in there; I work a lot.
A cleaner comes twice a week and I mostly need help in daily tasks such as taking care of the house, plants, the washing machine, sometimes my dog (if you like each other!), going to the fresh food market, but also in organizing or renovating some parts, in accordance to your skills.
You will get a double bedroom with its own bathroom. You can swim directly from the beach, which is literally just downstairs. Everywhere you'll want to go is at walking distance, but you can use the bike if you wanna explore further.
I prefer to have a video chat through WhatsApp before accepting or not your request. I can speak Italian, English, French and a bit of Spanish.
Last but not least: please do not ask more than 2 month in advance !
Types of help and learning opportunities
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will be able to enjoy the beauty of Siracusa at its best as we are located in the heart of the ancient city/island: Ortigia.
The sea and a small beach are at our feet. In an half-hour break and you can have a swim, dry in the sun and eat a marvellous almond granite.
I have been told the cooking and the life in the house are quite enjoyable...
Help
The skills I am looking for (in general):
- self-direction
- cleaning
- spatial organization
- decoration and arrangement ideas
- DIY
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Double bedroom with its own bathroom
What else ...
You won't need transport as you will be in the heart of Ortigia. If you want to visit the Greek theater or the museum Paolo Orsi there is an electric bus picking you down the house.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
I work from home, we have a very good connection, there is a desk you might use
Can possibly accept pets
Just dogs, and It would really depends how it is going with mine, and that's something we could only know once they have met, so you'd need to be already in the area, not coming on purpose
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 624511225275
Feedback (18)
18 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Gautier & Maéva)
It has been a delight to have Maéva and Gautier during a few weeks. They're extremely positive, efficient, and conscientious in their tasks, very mature for their age. Behind their polite and quiet way, they both have a surprisingly funny and unique personality.
(Excellent
)
18 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (15mfishmanhelfer)
Very good experience with Mira and Sawyer, they're both always very friendly and also very conscientious in their tasks. Special mention to Sawyer cooking skills !
(Excellent
)
4 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Roula)
Roula was great, very very easy-going, and very good in her tasks, reliable, smart. That was a quite short stay but very positive, I can't recommend her enough.
(Excellent
)
21 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Roula) for host
I had a really good time at Thomas' place. His profile is very accurate. You walk the dog, you go to the market, you clean after dinner (but he cooks which was one of the highlights of the experience!), and you can clean the place between guests. Thomas works most of the day, so you're usually by yourself, but communication was no problem, and… read more
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(4.9)
Cultural exchange:
(4.6)
Communication:
(4.6)
18 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Gautier & Maéva)
It has been a delight to have Maéva and Gautier during a few weeks. They're extremely positive, efficient, and conscientious in their tasks, very mature for their age. Behind their polite and quiet way, they both have a surprisingly funny and unique personality.
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (15mfishmanhelfer)
Very good experience with Mira and Sawyer, they're both always very friendly and also very conscientious in their tasks. Special mention to Sawyer cooking skills !
(Excellent)
4 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Roula)
Roula was great, very very easy-going, and very good in her tasks, reliable, smart. That was a quite short stay but very positive, I can't recommend her enough.
(Excellent)
21 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Roula) for host
I had a really good time at Thomas' place. His profile is very accurate. You walk the dog, you go to the market, you clean after dinner (but he cooks which was one of the highlights of the experience!), and you can clean the place between guests. Thomas works most of the day, so you're usually by yourself, but communication was no problem, and… read more
7 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Hilary)
That was great to have Hillary for a couple of weeks. First she’s great company, smart, funny, and very easygoing. Then she did an amazing amount of things during her stay. She reorganised many things in my house and I think it will keep a trace of her for many years to come. She took some brilliant initiatives and gave very sound advices.
I can’t… read more
I can’t… read more
(Excellent)
15 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hilary) for host
I was very lucky to have my first ever Workaway at Thomas's beautiful townhouse, where I stayed for ten days. His place directly overlooks the beach and has the best view in Ortigia, and I had a massive double bedroom with private bathroom. Thomas is generous, relaxed and responsive. He communicated clearly and trusted me to work autonomously… read more
7 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (John)
John is always willing to do well, he's skilful, he's respectful, he is also a great cook, he's good with animals, and is a creative personality.
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Yuqiang) for host
Sorry for taking a while to get back to leave a feedback. Looking back on my time at Thomas's awesome place in Siracusa, it was a really fulfilling experience.
Thomas was super kind right from the start. He didn't just reply quickly but also did a lot to make things easy for me. He even picked me up from the airport, which set the tone for how… read more
Thomas was super kind right from the start. He didn't just reply quickly but also did a lot to make things easy for me. He even picked me up from the airport, which set the tone for how… read more
9 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Yuqiang)
Having Elliot as a workaway was wonderful, he's very easy-going, and dedicated, serious, he's an amazing cook. He's a good person, very respectful, curious, we had some nice chats, I would definitely vouch for him if you're considering hosting him.
(Excellent)
18 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Janka & Janka)
Very efficient in their tasks, respectful, nice, easy learner... All went very well with both Janka!
(Excellent)
9 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Tiziano)
Tiziano stayed 4 month and it was a very fruitful experience. He's very efficient, he can do anything, he's very good with DIY and repairing stuff,, he's also very autonomous, makes good decisions, reliable, he's a good cook, loves animals (my dog at least), and a great person....
Highly recommended!
Highly recommended!
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Martina & Francisco)
Martina and Francisco and the ideal workawayers! They are eager to do things, they know what to do, are very complementary, and are always very positive. It was great to have them at home, and I regret it didn't last longer
(Excellent)
4 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Martina & Francisco) for host
Our stay at Thomases house was awesome. We stayed one and a half month. He is easy going, relaxed and generous. We got lucky to have found him for our first workaway experience. He made things really easy for us. He really apreciattes food so we could share a lot of that! The job is just what it says. The house is beautiful and the location… read more
27 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Spencer & Kate)
It was great to have Kate and Spencer! They are skilled workers, eager to help, and have fixed so many things during their stay. They're both positive, curious, and very good company, I'd definitely recommend them to anyone.
(Excellent)
13 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Spencer & Kate) for host
Our stay with Thomas was great! We were there for 6 weeks and felt like we really got into a good routine. We enjoyed going to the local market for groceries, cleaning and checking people into the place and other DIY projects. Ortigia the city is so fun to walk around and the beaches are amazing! Thomas is a wonderful cook and we got to try many… read more
27 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Antoine)
It was absolutely great to have Antoine around: easy-going, educated, hard worker, great cook!
His company was always a pleasure, and his commitment was evident.
I would definitely recommend him to other hosts.
His company was always a pleasure, and his commitment was evident.
I would definitely recommend him to other hosts.
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (María Eugenia)
It was such a pleasure to have Maria Eugenia around for the whole summer!
Hard-working, reliable, and autonomous, she speaks perfect English and Italian (and Spanish of course), and she's also independent, curious, cultured, very positive and fun.
I can only recommend her :)
Hard-working, reliable, and autonomous, she speaks perfect English and Italian (and Spanish of course), and she's also independent, curious, cultured, very positive and fun.
I can only recommend her :)
(Excellent)
6 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Freja) for host
My stay with Thomas was incredible. If you're good at taking responsibility of your tasks, you will definitely enjoy your workaway experience. I felt very welcome in the vibrant house and it's easy to feel at home here. Your days will be filled with sunshine, music, people and great food. There's lots of flexibility to the tasks like going to the… read more
27 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Freja)
Freja is very serious in her tasks, and hard worker, but she's also fun, very positive, with a contagious good mood. It was great to have her around and I would definitely recommend her blindly to anyone.
(Excellent)
30 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Maya) for host
Thomas was a wonderful host. He saved my trip to Sicily since my initial workaway was not what I expected. The place is incredibly pretty, the work is easy (pretty much just keeping the house in order, see it as taking care of your own place; groceries, keep the kitchen clean, take out the trash, water the plants, etc. + cleaning a rental room).… read more
27 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Maya)
Maya was having a bad experience with a workaway host when she came, and I must say she saved us: she got at pace with the work to do very quickly, and was very nice all along her 3 weeks stay. I would definitely recommend !
(Excellent)
27 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura was a great help, she's also fun, and brings the sun with her everywhere. Good person and good worker, I'd definitely recommend her.
(Very good)
27 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marine)
Marine was certainly one the most efficient person I got so far, the house has never been as clean as when she was here, and she was always available when needed. She's smart and doesn't need directions, she makes good decisions on her own.
Unfortunately for her I was also living in the house, and after a while she started to make it clear it was… read more
Unfortunately for her I was also living in the house, and after a while she started to make it clear it was… read more
(Good)
17 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marine) for host
My stay was clearly nuanced. First the city is beautiful, Ortigia is a little paradise. Thomas's house is amazing with sea views and a breathtaking roof top. The work is easy and enjoyable and the inhabitants of the islands are adorable. However I shortened my Workaway because of disagreement with Thomas. This kind of thing happened sometimes,… read more
27 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jorge)
It was great to have Jorge help me this summer. Concerned about his work, serious, smart, and also fun. He's not very demanding, loves to read but is always available when you need him. I would definitely recommend him
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rose)
Rose is easy-going, reliable, serious, and extremely meticulous in her work. She did a great job while she was here, learnt to do new stuff and was getting good results at everything she tried.
I wish you all the best in your adventures!
I wish you all the best in your adventures!
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rose) for host
This was my first workaway and it has been a great experience to stay with Thomas in beautiful Ortigia. The island is breathtaking and until my last day I have been amazed by the view from the balcony. I stayed 5 weeks and had a fantastic time. I enjoyed my tasks like: Doing groceries at the market, painting the balconies and taking care of the… read more
3 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcoline)
Efficient, serious, reliable, and fun! She loves making cakes, she's very generous, it was a pleasure to have Marcoline at home. All the best to you in your travels!
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marcoline) for host
Je suis restée peu de temps chez Thomas, une dix-quinzaine de jours, mais le temps passé avec lui était parfait :) j’ai pu partager de supers moments avec Julian, un autre workaway, des hôtes couchsurfing et tous ses amis musiciens! Je me suis occupé de la chambres en location, qui est très simple à faire, mais il faut être minutieux car Thomas… read more
4 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Julian )
I already knew some relative of Julian, and he has been in my house during 5 month when he arrived in Europe, managing the rental room, general maintenance of the place, decoration, and so much more.
Dedicated, reliable, smart, cultured, curious, I miss adjectives to describe someone I took so much pleasure to have in my life, and that made lots… read more
Dedicated, reliable, smart, cultured, curious, I miss adjectives to describe someone I took so much pleasure to have in my life, and that made lots… read more
(Excellent)
13 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Beatrice)
Beatrice has been very dedicated to her work here and made an amazing job as a graphic designer. She has built the visual identity we really wanted. Although it was a universe/market she didn't have a clue about before coming here, she understood it fully, and delivered exactly the kind of work we were expecting.
And over that she is a real… read more
And over that she is a real… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Beatrice) for host
Stay with Thomas was one of my best experience.
As soon as I' ve arrived I felt in love with Ortigia, the old city is a small paradise mixed between art, food, music and amazing people. With Thomas I built a really good relation, happy to say that he' s my friend now.
He' s a great chef and an hard worker, but he knows how to enjoy in the free… read more
As soon as I' ve arrived I felt in love with Ortigia, the old city is a small paradise mixed between art, food, music and amazing people. With Thomas I built a really good relation, happy to say that he' s my friend now.
He' s a great chef and an hard worker, but he knows how to enjoy in the free… read more
21 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Luca) for host
It was a nice time staying with Thomas in his spacious and cozy apartment! I did some small work around the house, for instance cutting a shoe storage that it suits in his wardrobe. In general supporting him with everyday tasks in a maybe more stressful time than it is in other times as he seems to be a virtuosic web developer with lots of work to… read more
21 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Luca)
Luca is easy to live with, autonomous and very efficient in his work. He's eager to learn, concerned by his tasks, and very curious. I would definitely vouch for him
(Excellent)
6 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Birgitte)
Oh I had forgotten to leave a fantastic feedback for Birgitte! She was a real pleasure to have around, she's very much involved and committed in what she does, she's efficient and hard-worker, and she's also very fun :)
Whenever you wanna come back you're welcome
Whenever you wanna come back you're welcome
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Birgitte) for host
First of all, thank you Thomas! I had a very beautiful image in my mind of how my experience in Siracusa would be, and you completely made it so much better than expected.
Thomas is quite a hardworking and busy guy, but he always found time to give me to these amazing experiences. Just the first night when I arrived at 1 am you introduced me to… read more
Thomas is quite a hardworking and busy guy, but he always found time to give me to these amazing experiences. Just the first night when I arrived at 1 am you introduced me to… read more
6 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacey)
Jacey is smart, autonomous, easy-going, and she's a fantastic English teacher.
She will be missed!
She will be missed!
(Excellent)
6 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Peter) for host
Though I only was here a week I had a fantastic time. Though it was work, I really felt like I was on some top notch luxury vacation. Ortigia really is a wonderful city and I had a great deal of fun with Benjamin. This place really is highly recommendable.
16 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Vinicius & Carina)
When Carina and Vinicius arrived we all got food-poisoned from the first lunch I made (I have nice pictures with our three faces redder than lobster!). Then work has been a bit messy just because at the time I was greatly disorganized.
But in the end It was such a pleasure to share life with them that it was a beautiful experience.
They are… read more
But in the end It was such a pleasure to share life with them that it was a beautiful experience.
They are… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Vinicius & Carina) for host
Fue una excelente experiencia, la casa es soñada, Thomas es una gran persona y muy buen compañero, gran chef de comidas sofisticadas, sentarse con él a la mesa fue todos los días un agasajo y reconocimiento al trabajo. Lo que genera sentirnos muy cómodos y querer devolverle al máximo lo mejor de nosotros.
7 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Luciana) for host
I had great experiences doing workaway but staying here was the best one so far!
im so hapy i met Thomas.
The house is beond beautiful and the work is good. not to hard and you have the freedom to organize yourself . He is such a great cooker and made us some memorable meals. so good! i try a lot of things i never tasted before.
when i arrived, i… read more
im so hapy i met Thomas.
The house is beond beautiful and the work is good. not to hard and you have the freedom to organize yourself . He is such a great cooker and made us some memorable meals. so good! i try a lot of things i never tasted before.
when i arrived, i… read more
1 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Luciana)
Smart, autonomous, efficient, trustworthy, Luciana is a hard worker, a great companion, a beautiful person, and a delight to live with.
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva)
Eva is a hard-worker, trustworthy and quiet individual. And she makes great cakes!
(Very good)
30 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Eva) for host
Tom is an amazing person. He works very much, but finds time to relax and have fun. Oh my God, how he cooks! We ate in restaurants. He introduced us to his friends and showed us a wonderful sandy beach. Do not forget that his house is right in front of the sea and the city beach. Work was not difficult and fun. It will be a great place! Tom, I do… read more
6 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Benjamin)
Benjamin was my first workawayer and he definitely made me want to renew the experience!
He's a great worker, with plenty of ideas, a kind of strong commitment to his tasks I wouldn't have expected, that makes him act with "professionalism" in everything he does.
But as it's also about sharing life, I must say he's more than all a great person:… read more
He's a great worker, with plenty of ideas, a kind of strong commitment to his tasks I wouldn't have expected, that makes him act with "professionalism" in everything he does.
But as it's also about sharing life, I must say he's more than all a great person:… read more
(Excellent)
2 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Benjamin) for host
Thomas took me in as a last minute guest during a week-long period of time between two other Workaway experiences. Typically I prefer to stay with hosts for at least a month as it allows more time to get to know them and their environment, but I'm happy to have found a dear friend in Thomas in my short time shared with him.
As it would turn out,… read more
As it would turn out,… read more
