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We are an Italian family, owners of a small organic farm in Tuscany.
We live in Lucca, a little Tuscan beautiful town, just 5 min walking distance from the city walls.
We are searching an English mother tongue girl that can babysit our son Lupo (6yo) during spring-summer-fall
Accommodation and food are provide everyday of your stay.
You can stay minimun 4 weeks and have two days off per week (according with us).
Please, feel free to ask us any questions!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Food & culture experience. Italian friends always ready to share with all of you their happiness and joy of life :-)
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babysit our 6yo son (always english speaking with him!)
Languages
Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
English mother tongue girls for our son Lupo (6yo). He is growing bilingual and already understands and talks English.
Accommodation
The helper will live in the same house with us, but have her own small studio/bedroom with private entrance, kitchen and bathroom.
We will provide food, hot water and wifi.
What else ...
We will provide a bicycle, so you can easily move where you want!
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Host ref number: 642234296474
Feedback (16)
24 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Martha May)
Martha is a fantastic girl! She looked after our son (5yo) for 6 weeks during last summer. She is very nice, polite, flexible, creative, fun and always with a smile!
Our son loved staying with her and really hope to have the chance to see her again. Highly recommend Martha to every host! Thanks again for all your help ❤️
Our son loved staying with her and really hope to have the chance to see her again. Highly recommend Martha to every host! Thanks again for all your help ❤️
(Excellent
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26 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Martha May) for host
It was an absolute pleasure to stay with Lupo, Eleonora and Marco for 6 weeks. My stay was very comfortable with this kind, welcoming and easy-going family. I would definitely recommend this family.
Lupo is a an energetic yet super sweet child. We had a lot of fun together playing with stuffed animals, having water fights or reading endless story… read more
Lupo is a an energetic yet super sweet child. We had a lot of fun together playing with stuffed animals, having water fights or reading endless story… read more
4 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (08katha14) for host
I had a wonderful time staying at the place with Eleonara, Marco and lupo for 3 weeks. It was definitely too short. And I am leaving with a heavy heart but also happy, filled with pasta and pizza, joy and pocket full of new experiences.
Looking after lupo was always connected with so much joy and laughter. He’s so full of life and energy, super… read more
Looking after lupo was always connected with so much joy and laughter. He’s so full of life and energy, super… read more
18 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Franka & Gijsje)
Franka and Gijsje are wonderful girls! We can absolutely recommend them to every host who is searching for young, dynamic and flexible persons. They take care of our baby (almost 2yo) for few weeks while we were busy with our job and their flexibility was really helpful and important. Thank you girls and all the best!
(Excellent
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24 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Martha May)
Martha is a fantastic girl! She looked after our son (5yo) for 6 weeks during last summer. She is very nice, polite, flexible, creative, fun and always with a smile!
Our son loved staying with her and really hope to have the chance to see her again. Highly recommend Martha to every host! Thanks again for all your help ❤️
Our son loved staying with her and really hope to have the chance to see her again. Highly recommend Martha to every host! Thanks again for all your help ❤️
(Excellent)
26 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Martha May) for host
It was an absolute pleasure to stay with Lupo, Eleonora and Marco for 6 weeks. My stay was very comfortable with this kind, welcoming and easy-going family. I would definitely recommend this family.
Lupo is a an energetic yet super sweet child. We had a lot of fun together playing with stuffed animals, having water fights or reading endless story… read more
Lupo is a an energetic yet super sweet child. We had a lot of fun together playing with stuffed animals, having water fights or reading endless story… read more
4 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (08katha14) for host
I had a wonderful time staying at the place with Eleonara, Marco and lupo for 3 weeks. It was definitely too short. And I am leaving with a heavy heart but also happy, filled with pasta and pizza, joy and pocket full of new experiences.
Looking after lupo was always connected with so much joy and laughter. He’s so full of life and energy, super… read more
Looking after lupo was always connected with so much joy and laughter. He’s so full of life and energy, super… read more
18 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Franka & Gijsje)
Franka and Gijsje are wonderful girls! We can absolutely recommend them to every host who is searching for young, dynamic and flexible persons. They take care of our baby (almost 2yo) for few weeks while we were busy with our job and their flexibility was really helpful and important. Thank you girls and all the best!
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Nida) for host
I had the most magical experience staying with Marco and Eleonora! They are kind, easy-going, and so generous. They welcomed me into their home and made me feel like a part of the family. Their baby is so sweet and I miss him dearly! I spent my time working the olive harvest, taking care of baby Lupo, and learning and cooking yummy meals. This… read more
24 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nida)
The smiles of this girl are contagious! Nida is super friendly, polite, helpful and really flexible.. She helped us with our baby Alfredo Lupo and also with cooking and cleaning. For future hosts.. Don't hesitate to contact her, she will take happiness and lot of laughs in your homes!!
(Excellent)
24 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)
Sabrina is a really nice, polite and very flexible person :-) She was very helpful with lot of things.. Harvesting olives, babysitting our little baby (13 months old), cooking and cleaning. We can highly recommend to host her because is full of energy and can really help with everything is needed to be done. Thank you Sabrina and hopefully see you… read more
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host
Ahhhhh...Eleonora, Marco and the baby Alfredo Lupo, such an amazing family!
It has been a real pleasure to be part of their lives for the past 5 weeks. I feel very grateful to have had the chance to take care of their child who is beyond adorable. Singing Itsy Bitsy Spider, Baby Shark, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and Ci Son' Due Coccodrilli songs… read more
It has been a real pleasure to be part of their lives for the past 5 weeks. I feel very grateful to have had the chance to take care of their child who is beyond adorable. Singing Itsy Bitsy Spider, Baby Shark, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and Ci Son' Due Coccodrilli songs… read more
13 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Somarra )
Somarra is a really nice, polite, friendly and flexible person! She helped us with our baby and was absolutely great :-)
Really hope to have the chance to host her again in the future! Thank you..
Really hope to have the chance to host her again in the future! Thank you..
(Excellent)
13 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna is the sweetest person in the world! She has taken care of our baby for about 5 weeks and she was always smiling and teached him many things. She also helped us during the olive harvest and lot of other house jobs... and was great! Really hope to have the chance to have her again with us in the next future :-) Thank you!
(Excellent)
18 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)
It was a great pleasure to host Olivia! She is always positive and very helpful in many ways.. I can highly recommend her to everyone!
(Excellent)
5 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
This was an unforgettable month with incredible hosts. I learnt so much about olive harvesting, good food and aperol spritz. The moment Laura and i arrived we were a part of a really fun family in which we felt so comfortable. Thank you so much for letting me look after your olives and Alfredo Luppo I'll never forget you guys (and ill probably be… read more
16 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nell) for host
I spent 6 weeks at this place and I could not have asked for a better first WorkAway experience! Alfredo Lupo is the most gorgeous baby, he was an absolute joy to look after and Marco and Eleonora are the most wonderful hosts imaginable, I cannot thank them enough :) Lucca is a beautiful place to explore, I met so many lovely people there. I feel… read more
13 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura is a very nice, dynamic, flexible and always smiling girl! Her positivity is contagious :-) She helped us in many ways... With our little baby, with the olive harvest and with the guests of our b&b. We absolutely can recommend to host Laura... She is great!!
(Excellent)
5 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
I absolutely loved my time at this place!! Eleonora and Marco were kind, considerate, and generous hosts. Watching their little Alfredo Lupo was a delight. I also had so much fun helping with the olive harvest and learned tons about the process. The area around Lucca was beautiful and an adventure to explore. I can not recommend this experience… read more
17 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Melanie) for host
I took care of Eleonora and Marco's sweet adorable baby Alfredo Lupo, and I am true grateful for such a great experience. They are so welcoming and generous, and the farm is a beautiful place to spend time. I miss the view on the hills from my walks with Lupo and runs at night! I loved spending time with them, and was also able to explore on my… read more
12 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lucy) for host
I came to Forestarìa to take care of wonderful Alfredo Lupo who is the most easy going baby and stole my heart within seconds. Marco and Eleonora were incredibly generous with inviting me into their family and making sure I had an experience which went beyond taking care of Alfredo Lupo. I’m leaving this place very sad but grateful for the amazing… read more
12 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy)
Lucy was wonderful help at our olive farm where she took over the daily care of our baby and looked after him very lovingly. She was hard working and reliable and we trusted her entirely as the guardian of our child. She also helped us with the translation of the text for a flyer about our farm and was generally very adaptable. Lucy is very… read more
(Excellent)
12 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Klara) for host
I came to Eleonora and Marco to take care of their baby boy,Alfredo Lupo, who is the most easy going and always smiling kid I've ever met. I became part of the family life and Eleonora and Marco were incredibly generous with showing me around Lucca or taking me out in the evening. They also gave me the opportunity to practice italian. Thank you… read more
12 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Klara)
Klara was wonderful help at our olive farm where she took over the daily care of our baby and looked after him very lovingly. She was hard working and reliable and we trusted her entirely as the guardian of our child. She also treated us to some delicious home cooked food and we had some amazing evenings where Klara played the guitar and sang with… read more
(Excellent)
2 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztina)
Kriszta is a really nice, friendly and hard working girl! She arrived at the beginning of our olive harvest that was quite intense but she managed very well all the situations. She also teached to the other helpers how to do the harvest, because we (Eleonora&Marco) were not there all the time because we had our 1 month old baby at home. It was a… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Krisztina) for host
I loved that 2 weeks what i spent in Forestarìa in November. I love the mood of the house, the friendly family, the calmful area, the beautiful nature, singing birds, sunny days.
We started to work at the morning, and at noon we had 2 hours of break, and we finished deep in the afternoon. The work was hard, but everyone could do it. We worked in… read more
We started to work at the morning, and at noon we had 2 hours of break, and we finished deep in the afternoon. The work was hard, but everyone could do it. We worked in… read more
16 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lina) for host
I will never forget my stay here, it was such a cool and inspiring time and experience. I loved the sunny days in the fields, to move the nets and to be outside, listening to Leonardo (Eleonoras brother who we worked with) singing, playing with the dogs and enjoying the countryside in Tuscany. Eleonora and Marco is so easy going, welcoming and… read more
21 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lina)
Lina and her friend Lisa are two fantastic, dynamic, polite and super friendly girls! Lina is very well organised and even if she has never done the olive harvest before, was super fast to learn! They had a good feeling with all the other workawayers and manage the house very well. We highly recommend them for any kind of help...
Thank you and… read more
Thank you and… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nil) for host
Great times at this place !
I spent there almost 3 weeks for the olive harvest in December and I loved my experience there. The job was done in a good atmosphere with really cool hosts or their family/friends, lovely volunteers, and wonderful sunsets. The accomodation was confortable and we had a nice volunteer’s 'flatmate' ! We also had the best… read more
I spent there almost 3 weeks for the olive harvest in December and I loved my experience there. The job was done in a good atmosphere with really cool hosts or their family/friends, lovely volunteers, and wonderful sunsets. The accomodation was confortable and we had a nice volunteer’s 'flatmate' ! We also had the best… read more
14 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maggie)
Maggie is a really nice, polite, always smiling and super helpful person! She helped with the wood and she did a great job :-) Hope that every host can have the chance to have Maggie as a workawayer...she is a wanderful person!
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Declan & Alexandra)
They are a great couple and helped us a lot during our olive harvest 2017! It was the first time for them, so not use to the hard work in the field but they learned fast and were always available to new jobs. We recommend to have them as a help in every business :-) Good luck guys!
(Excellent)
26 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Declan & Alexandra) for host
We stayed with Marco and Eleonora for 10 days helping during the olive harvest and what an experience it was. Their house Is beautiful with wonderful views. We felt very welcomed from the first moment to the last. The work was hard but rewarding and a wonderful experience. It was a great experience meeting new people and cooking with them. We… read more
15 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Michaela & Manuel)
Michaela and Manuel are a really nice persons! They helped us a lot, did a great job and we would like to thank you :-) They worked in the grove with my father, at the beginning of the olive harvest, while we were busy with the guests at the b&b. It is still high season in october :-) Unfortunately, we couldn't entertain them or have lunch/dinner… read more
(Good)
15 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michaela & Manuel) for host
We spent two weeks in October 2016 at Eleonora and Marco’s place. The farm, the olive fields and the garden are just beautiful, like you imagine a farm in the heart of Tuscany. The room we got offered was great and the food especially the fresh vegetables from the garden was just delicious. We also met some really nice and interesting people which… read more
16 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)
Sara is a great and always smiling person. We really enjoyed to spend time with her :-) She helped us in so many things...vegetable garden, chicken house, in the guests house with the tourists, cleaning, cooking, etc... she was always available and not afraid to learn and do new things. It was a great pleasure to have her around for 10 days and… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host
PRONTO ! :) What can I say: the best food, the best wine, the best olive oil, the best place, the best atmosphere, the best people - the best vacation !
Eleonora and Marco are amazing people - eternally happy and full of energy. They helped me get to know the Italian life. I had my own home in Tuscany :). They inspired me to travel. I miss them… read more
Eleonora and Marco are amazing people - eternally happy and full of energy. They helped me get to know the Italian life. I had my own home in Tuscany :). They inspired me to travel. I miss them… read more
