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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
22 Apr 2024
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Description
I'm a young female soul in my late fifties living with a family of cats and lovely happy hens on a hill surrounded by trees with a beautiful view of a pine forest near a small town in the province of Ragusa, in Sicily.
The plot is about 2000 sq meters, there are carob trees, olive trees, some fruit trees, young oaks and many pine trees and cypresses giving out a lovely scent to the place. The surrounding area is a mountain bike paradise so if you're on a road trip or wish to bring your bike you'll enjoy exploring the area on your bike in your free time.
The house is a small country house with an independent room with en-suite bathroom outside the main house for the guests.
I speak fluent Italian and English and get by with French. I'm sociable but I also like spending time in my own company, or in quiet company.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I speak fluent Italian and English. I like cooking Italian food and have picked up some Indian cooking skills that I can pass on. I've lived in England for over twenty years and I've assimilated the English culture so I'm not the classic Italian lady nor the typical English one. I like meeting new cultures and exchange views and skills.
Help
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The help I need varies according to the time of the year. If you have carpentry, gardening or building skills it’s great as there is always something to repair
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I'll provide you with a comfortable room with en-suite bathroom and good food, mostly seasonal vegetables and spontaneous herbs which I forage in the area.
If you’re here house sitting whilst I’m away you’ll be responsible for your own food.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
The accommodation is in a double room with en-suite bathroom. The entry to the room is independent from the main house so you'll be able to enjoy your privacy.
I'm mainly vegetarian. I love foraging and in my recipes there are plenty of spontaneous herbs and locally sourced vegetables.
I don't buy fruit as it's often disappointing and I prefer to rely on what my garden and mother nature provides. If you want fruit that isn't available/or in season, then you're free to buy your own supply.
I don't buy vegetables that are out of seasons so we'll always eat what's available at any given season.
What else ...
It’s a great place to rest in peace and tranquility and to go walking if you’re here without me.
Public transport to the main nearby cities is available at a ten minutes drive and on a day off I'm willing to drive you at the bus station and pick you up.
The sea is about 40 minutes away from the place so if you love the sea this isn't for you but if you enjoy walking and cycling there are many trails all around the area and all you need to do is leave the house and.. walk.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Very nice room with en-suite, independent entrance and strong WI-FI connection
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 656529777518
Feedback (18)
22 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
Paul is a very friendly chap, chatty, respectful and eager to help. He’s very active and his helping hands go over what’s expected by a Workaway volunteer. Paul did a lot during his short stay here - he always helped a smile and tirelessly.
I’m sure he will be an asset to any host needing him to help.
Thank you!
I’m sure he will be an asset to any host needing him to help.
Thank you!
(Excellent
)
19 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host
Firstly I just want to say thank you to Teresa. The hospitality shown was truly amazing. It felt like a home from home but in the sun!
I managed to help Teresa with some electrical tasks sorting out lights, both inside and out, a little bit of plumbing, but mainly I was tiling the large flat roof.
I also managed,with some help, to construct a… read more
I managed to help Teresa with some electrical tasks sorting out lights, both inside and out, a little bit of plumbing, but mainly I was tiling the large flat roof.
I also managed,with some help, to construct a… read more
7 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Taeya)
It was lovely to have Taeya at my place and sad to see her leaving. She was here for just over a week but managed to do so much! We’d start our day doing our own yoga practice, after that we’d have brunch, and then we’d get on with our tasks in perfect harmony. We were attuned to each other and there was never any tension or irritation between… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Taeya) for host
So grateful for my stay with Teresa. She is a wonderful person, with a beautiful home & her cats & chickens were beloved company too. Sharing meals, a drink, playing games or Qigong practice was so nice for our chill time.
Her kindness extended through sharing time with her friends & sharing trips out to show me the area.
For work I would do… read more
Her kindness extended through sharing time with her friends & sharing trips out to show me the area.
For work I would do… read more
14 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex & Georgia)
Alex and Georgia are such great young people! They’re responsible, respectful, fun to be around and caring. We spent some lovely time in the evening playing a board game, and had a great day on the beach.
Amongst other smaller tasks, most importantly they finished off a wall in my garden working with enthusiasm and skill. And actually doing a… read more
Amongst other smaller tasks, most importantly they finished off a wall in my garden working with enthusiasm and skill. And actually doing a… read more
(Excellent
)
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22 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
Paul is a very friendly chap, chatty, respectful and eager to help. He’s very active and his helping hands go over what’s expected by a Workaway volunteer. Paul did a lot during his short stay here - he always helped a smile and tirelessly.
I’m sure he will be an asset to any host needing him to help.
Thank you!
I’m sure he will be an asset to any host needing him to help.
Thank you!
(Excellent
)
19 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host
Firstly I just want to say thank you to Teresa. The hospitality shown was truly amazing. It felt like a home from home but in the sun!
I managed to help Teresa with some electrical tasks sorting out lights, both inside and out, a little bit of plumbing, but mainly I was tiling the large flat roof.
I also managed,with some help, to construct a… read more
I managed to help Teresa with some electrical tasks sorting out lights, both inside and out, a little bit of plumbing, but mainly I was tiling the large flat roof.
I also managed,with some help, to construct a… read more
7 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Taeya)
It was lovely to have Taeya at my place and sad to see her leaving. She was here for just over a week but managed to do so much! We’d start our day doing our own yoga practice, after that we’d have brunch, and then we’d get on with our tasks in perfect harmony. We were attuned to each other and there was never any tension or irritation between… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Taeya) for host
So grateful for my stay with Teresa. She is a wonderful person, with a beautiful home & her cats & chickens were beloved company too. Sharing meals, a drink, playing games or Qigong practice was so nice for our chill time.
Her kindness extended through sharing time with her friends & sharing trips out to show me the area.
For work I would do… read more
Her kindness extended through sharing time with her friends & sharing trips out to show me the area.
For work I would do… read more
14 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex & Georgia)
Alex and Georgia are such great young people! They’re responsible, respectful, fun to be around and caring. We spent some lovely time in the evening playing a board game, and had a great day on the beach.
Amongst other smaller tasks, most importantly they finished off a wall in my garden working with enthusiasm and skill. And actually doing a… read more
Amongst other smaller tasks, most importantly they finished off a wall in my garden working with enthusiasm and skill. And actually doing a… read more
(Excellent
)
6 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Bradley)
Bradley is a star! I needed some urgent gardening work to be done and I was lucky to find him, as he’s a gardener and knows what he’s doing. He’s self motivated and doesn’t need to be asked what to do because all he has to do is look around and use his judgment. It’s such a great help to have someone who doesn’t need to be supervised and you can… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Bradley) for host
I staied with Teresa for a week, and what a wonderful experience! Not only is she a lovely, intelligent, woman, but a terrific cook and all that on a wonderful property!
After a shared morning of meditation, I would set to work on the property (tending to the chickens, and gardening) while she prepared a delicious lunch.
After eating together, I… read more
After a shared morning of meditation, I would set to work on the property (tending to the chickens, and gardening) while she prepared a delicious lunch.
After eating together, I… read more
12 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Tommi) for host
I'm a bit late with my feedback but better late than never, right?
I spent about a month during March and April at Teresa's home and it was an absolutely stunning place in the countryside. Big yard on a hillside with a magnificent view. Such a nice spot in the middle of nature.
My main tasks were to look after Teresa's cats and chickens while… read more
I spent about a month during March and April at Teresa's home and it was an absolutely stunning place in the countryside. Big yard on a hillside with a magnificent view. Such a nice spot in the middle of nature.
My main tasks were to look after Teresa's cats and chickens while… read more
30 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Meizi)
Mei is a kind and gentle soul. She looked after my cats whilst I was away, and did a great job. When we first spoke about her staying I was concerned because she had no experience of looking after cats but as soon as she walked in and I experienced her calm energy I knew my cats were in good hands. In the two weeks I was away she managed to create… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Meizi) for host
I spent about a month at Teresa’s house, and I had a lot of great memories there. The house is located in a beautiful place with a garden and a very nice view. There are many interesting plants and flowers that I’ve never seen before. When it’s sunny, I feel like I could sit on the bench all day just to enjoy the sunshine and nature. And I can’t… read more
17 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Max)
Max was such a great help. He arrived soon after my hens were killed by a fox who broke the door open into their garden. Max did a great job strengthening the door and the fence around the chicken coop and all around my property. He was supposed to restore a clay oven but the emergency changed with the loss of my lovely hens and he adapted to… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sai) for host
I stayed at Teresa's place for two weeks. I had a wonderful time there.
Teresa is an easy person to stay and work with. She is very understanding and considerate. A couple of days when the temperature was too hot, she was kind enough to give me the day off. I also got to taste few of her special recipes and it was so good, be it Indian or Italian.… read more
Teresa is an easy person to stay and work with. She is very understanding and considerate. A couple of days when the temperature was too hot, she was kind enough to give me the day off. I also got to taste few of her special recipes and it was so good, be it Indian or Italian.… read more
24 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sai)
Sai stayed at my place for nearly two weeks and they went pretty quickly. He helped me with everything I needed. We cooked beautiful Indian meals and had good conversations. Sai is very chilled out, respectful and an all round good human being. Thank you for your help and best wishes in your travels.
(Excellent
)
5 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jael) for host
I am really thankful for the time at Teresa's place. She is a loving open-minded person and I enjoyed our time together. I learned a lot about gardening and the importance of fresh cooked food. It was also a great opportunity to reflect about my life because at her place you are in complete peace and silence. I already miss our evening… read more
3 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jael)
Jael is a STAR! She's an amazing young woman, bright, thoughtful, insightful and beautiful inside out.
She was here for a short time and proved to be very helpful with the tasks I had for her. With her calm energy she's a pleasure to be around. Jael's a great find for any host. Do not let yourself be biased by her young age for she's enormously… read more
She was here for a short time and proved to be very helpful with the tasks I had for her. With her calm energy she's a pleasure to be around. Jael's a great find for any host. Do not let yourself be biased by her young age for she's enormously… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Olivier)
Olivier is a very gentle man, respectful and hardworking, and easy to be around. He was at my place for a short time and there was so much to do that in his good heart and willingness to help me he worked more than it was requested of him. I'd wake up at 7am and he was already in the garden cutting grass, before coffee, before anything!
He learned… read more
He learned… read more
(Excellent
)
28 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Olivier) for host
Teresa is a gorgeous host, open minded, clever, funny, a great cook and many other things to discover. She lives in a beautiful house surrounded by a pine forest, a beautiful and comfortable room with private bathroom is waiting for you. She makes everything that you feel at ease. I have worked mainly in the garden using chainsaw, streamer,… read more
12 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (TheresaHoe)
Theresa spent three weeks at my place and they went by ever so quickly. She's a very relaxed person and it was so easy to share my space with her, as we both enjoy being silent - and a comfortable silence it was! We enjoyed each other's company whether we were working together on a task, listening to music over dinner, having a conversation or… read more
(Excellent
)
11 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (TheresaHoe) for host
I spent 3 weeks with Teresa and her funny pets. She is a very attentive and relaxed hostess, which I appreciated very much. As I need my peace and privacy now and then, I was glad to have my own room with bathroom to retreat to.
I will definitely miss the freshly squeezed orange juice and the delicious and healthy meals every day.
She had lots of… read more
I will definitely miss the freshly squeezed orange juice and the delicious and healthy meals every day.
She had lots of… read more
5 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Stefan)
Stefan and her partner Jenny stayed at my place for three months and worked on so many different projects that it would be difficult to remember them all. They never said 'No can't be done', they always worked to find a way to realise my vision and fulfill my needs. Stefan made an amazing chicken house, so cute and creative, and then with Jenny's… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Stefan) for host
After a 4 month bicycle journey through Europe, my girlfriend and I ended up at Teresa's place in Chiaramonte Gulfi, where we stayed for nearly 3,5 months. It was our first work away experience and I'm very happy it was a good one. Teresa is a wonderful host and a unique person. She lives at a beautiful place with a nice view and a lot of trees.… read more
24 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Jenny) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it was a very, very good one.
After a long bicycle trip, I was really looking forward to stay on one place for a while. I was tired of biking and moving around from one place to an other. This place felt so good, that in the first weeks I didn't feel like going out. I enjoyed the fantastic view, the very… read more
After a long bicycle trip, I was really looking forward to stay on one place for a while. I was tired of biking and moving around from one place to an other. This place felt so good, that in the first weeks I didn't feel like going out. I enjoyed the fantastic view, the very… read more
15 Feb 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jenny)
Jenny and her partner Stefan stayed at my place for three months and worked on so many different projects, that even If I tried to mention them all I'd still forget some. They never said 'No can't be done', they always worked to find a way to realise my vision and meet my needs. They made an amazing chicken house, so cute and creative, and then… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marcello)
Marcello is a very pleasant man, easy to get along with and willing to help with anything that needed to be done. Very tidy and clean, Marcello was great help with the house keeping too. And he makes the best cookies I've ever eaten :)
You're welcome any time.
You're welcome any time.
(Very good
)
18 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marcello) for host
Ottima esperienza di condivisione, lavorativa e personale. Teresa è una persona semplice, e il contesto ambientale è davvero affascinante. Il lavoro permette di un vero e proprio contatto con la natura del luogo, e con se stessi. Silenzio, aria, e luce sono compagni giornalieri, che insieme a Teresa e i suoi gatti ti fanno ricordare chi… read more
1 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jack) for host
You will be hard-pressed to find anyone who makes you feel as welcome in their home as Teresa. The house itself and surrounding area are beautiful. Teresa taught me a great deal about gardening, foraging, Italian cooking using fresh ingredients and the way of the land generally. Teresa is a very understanding, patient and kind lady who makes great… read more
31 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jack)
Jack was here for two weeks and they went really quickly. He's a respectful, considerate, thoughtful young man and a hard worker willing to learn new things, and he makes a yummy coconut curry as well as good cookies (at his first attempt). He helped me with whatever help I needed, made a solid dry stone wall, steps on a steep hill and was good… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
Abbiamo superato felicemente i nostri modi diversi di intendere la parola, il silenzio, lo scherzo, rigidità e rilassatezza... e con la naturale gentilezza di Teresa (mitici i suoi dolcini improvvisati!) ho trascorso davvero a good time, con la costante presenza dei suoi adorabili (a volte inarrivabili) gatti. See you again, Teresa !
1 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marco)
Marco was of great help around the place. He was proactive in his approach, which I appreciated very much. He did all those chores that needed to be done and I can't really do - like chopping wood with the chainsaw, cleaning the gutter, repairing a table, weeding the garden from all the overgrown, but also other bits and pieces that I'm sure I'll… read more
(Very good
)
9 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lyne) for host
Teresa and her cats were the perfect family to spend time with and get to know, during the winter of 2020. I had already gone from sitting her house and cats in January and was continuing my trip. But Teresa became such a friend that she invited me back for confinement period. We got very close and she is now a sister to me for life. Teresa has an… read more
18 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lyne)
I was so fortunate to have Lyne staying with me and looking after my feline family whilst I was away. My only regret is that she didn't stay longer and that she lives as far as Canada, as I will miss her loveliness. Lyne is a beautiful wise soul and I am grateful that she's stumbled upon my path. See you soon my lovely new friend :)
(Excellent
)
26 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (sebabi)
Sebastian is a very relaxed, easy going, reliable and dedicated individual. He stayed at my house to make a regular door and four sliding doors from absolute scratch - from choosing the wood to buying the tools. He was committed to the job to the point of working long hours towards the end of his stay in order to deliver the doors before his… read more
(Very good
)
31 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Kris) for host
By not finding my way to Teresa's place, I found out about Italian Santuario. Something that unexpectedly came to enrich my travels. When, after all, I ended up at the right spot, it seemed to be kind off Cat- (and dog) Santuario :-).
During two weeks I enjoyed Workaway-life with Teresa and her eight cat's. The days she unexpectedly had to level,… read more
During two weeks I enjoyed Workaway-life with Teresa and her eight cat's. The days she unexpectedly had to level,… read more
30 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kris)
Thank you Kris for your hard work, your lovely company and for being of inspiration. You're a treasure to any host! Best wishes in your travel and you're always welcome back!
(Excellent
)
7 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rita)
Rita was at my place for a month a half. She came to cat-sitting for a month and she did a marvellous job. She's very sweet and caring. Whilst I was away she would send me pictures or videos of the cats without me having to do any prompting. I felt very safe knowing the cats were well looked after. When I was around we'd cook together and were… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rita) for host
I stayed at Teresa's for one and a half months and I really enjoyed my time there!
I helped her with her cute cats while she went abroad to visit her brother.
The house feels very cozy with everything you might need, with a large terrace and a big garden! It is located in a beautiful place, with many paths to go for a run/walk.
There is a… read more
I helped her with her cute cats while she went abroad to visit her brother.
The house feels very cozy with everything you might need, with a large terrace and a big garden! It is located in a beautiful place, with many paths to go for a run/walk.
There is a… read more
7 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan)
Megan and I had a great time cooking together, drinking good wine and exchange experiences. Unfortunately when she was here it rained most of the time and couldn't really do much in terms of garden work but she managed to paint my shed and pick some olives.
(Very good
)
7 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
Marie was a great cat sitter. She has a very calm energy and was very lovely with the cats, and the cats loved her. She also did some work in the garden and cut wood for the fireplace. When I was in the house we'd cook together and spend time doing our own things in each other's company. I felt safe knowing the cats had her whilst I was away.… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I did 5 days of cat sitting for the 9 cats of Teresa.
In total I stayed around 2 weeks to get to know her and the cats :)
The house is very beautifull with a nice terace and garden with a wunderfull view and posiibilities to go hiking, running cicling.
I had my own room (with possibilitiy for my own bathroom), we always cooked togeether and… read more
In total I stayed around 2 weeks to get to know her and the cats :)
The house is very beautifull with a nice terace and garden with a wunderfull view and posiibilities to go hiking, running cicling.
I had my own room (with possibilitiy for my own bathroom), we always cooked togeether and… read more
