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Host rating
80 %
Last replied
25 Mar 2024
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32
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Description
I am British and my wife is Sicilian, Italian. We have a permaculture project on the go. Our land is 17 acres (5.2 hectares) a river and mountains. Near the Madonia national Park. Its in a valley and 5 minutes by car from the village of Lascari (20 min by foot), 7 Minutes to the sea and 15 minutes from the town of Cefalu.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Help
We need general help with our land. Planting, weed clearance, building, picking and planting fruit (spring) and vegetables (mainly winter months) and olives (October/November), cooking ,general maintenance, cutting wood, constructing dry walls. swale digging, tree planting. Trail clearing. Help looking after donkeys, horse. cats and gold fish.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Portuguese: Intermediate
Accommodation
main house with heating and hot water.
What else ...
The Neighbourhood:
Closet Village: Lascari
The historic town of Cefalu, with many shops, restaurants, pasticceria's, boulevard at the sea (Lungomare), terraces and its famous ice cream is 15 minutes drive (8 km).
From the house the large and quiet beach between Lascari and Campofelice is easy reached (10 minutes drive). Trips can be arranged.
Getting Around
The traveling time from the airport Punta Raisi in Palermo is 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. Also there is a train from the airport to Palermo Central Station, and to the train station of Lascari. From the Catania airport it is 2 hours and 30 minutes by car. Please be aware at the moment the Catania – Palermo motorway is closed (check before travelling). At both airports there is car rental available. Lascari has a railway station pick up can be booked upon request.
House Rules
We respect nature, animals and each other.
No smoking is allowed in the house.
Please respect the space as your own, in the communal areas to be tidy and clean.
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
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 675522976611
Feedback (17)
10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Janet) for host
Beautyful place, easy and structured work and nice people.
29 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host
I spent almost a month with Kheli and Harvey and I'm very happy about it! Their house is set in nice countryside and you can do nice walks in the area. You have your own nice room and bathroom and you can also take a shower outside. My work was mostly done with Harvey and we built a wood shelter for their two donkeys and some fens to prevent them… read more
23 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Kheli & Harvey, a Sicilian-British couple. They live in a beautiful modern family house totally lost in the paradise-like valley from which large windowns you can see just the surrounding hills covered with olive trees and prickled pears. With another workawayer Alex we usually worked in the garden and few hours (especially… read more
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10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Janet) for host
Beautyful place, easy and structured work and nice people.
29 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Michele) for host
I spent almost a month with Kheli and Harvey and I'm very happy about it! Their house is set in nice countryside and you can do nice walks in the area. You have your own nice room and bathroom and you can also take a shower outside. My work was mostly done with Harvey and we built a wood shelter for their two donkeys and some fens to prevent them… read more
23 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
I spent 2 weeks with Kheli & Harvey, a Sicilian-British couple. They live in a beautiful modern family house totally lost in the paradise-like valley from which large windowns you can see just the surrounding hills covered with olive trees and prickled pears. With another workawayer Alex we usually worked in the garden and few hours (especially… read more
29 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian)
Florian is a hardworking enthusiastic and positive young man. He is independent and able to come up with brilliant ideas. He is able to problem solve and organise his work in a most efficient way. He is a good team player but is also able to work independently.
Florian helped with land clearing preparation for summer in case of fires. He raked… read more
Florian helped with land clearing preparation for summer in case of fires. He raked… read more
(Excellent
)
26 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Florian) for host
I've been with Harvey and Kheli for about six weeks.
First about the work:
During this time I had the opportunity to gain a lot of experience on a farm where physical work is still more important than to work with machines.
Normally you work 5 hours a day and 25 hours a week. Which gives you time to explore the Cities around in the afternoon… read more
First about the work:
During this time I had the opportunity to gain a lot of experience on a farm where physical work is still more important than to work with machines.
Normally you work 5 hours a day and 25 hours a week. Which gives you time to explore the Cities around in the afternoon… read more
5 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ina)
Ina is a friendly and helpful person, she stayed with us for 3 weeks.
She put a lot of effort in the work she did. She is strong, enthusiastic, positive and forthcoming with suggestions and ideas.
Ina did general weeding and weeding of the vegetable path, laying a dark sheet under the already established pebble path and putting the stones back.… read more
She put a lot of effort in the work she did. She is strong, enthusiastic, positive and forthcoming with suggestions and ideas.
Ina did general weeding and weeding of the vegetable path, laying a dark sheet under the already established pebble path and putting the stones back.… read more
(Very good
)
5 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ina) for host
We stayed nearly 3 weeks with Harvey and Kehli and were immediately amazed by the beauty of their little paradise. From all over the property you have a stunning view on olive groves and mountains whilst only being 10 minutes drive from the sea. Accommodation was in a room in the main house with own bathroom and thus not isolated from the hosts… read more
25 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Sonja) for host
Helping Kheli and Harvey with their permaculture project was my first workaway experience and I enjoyed it a lot! Kheli and Harvey are so nice, spread positive vibes everywhere and made my stay as comfortable as possible for me. I learned a lot about healthy food, permaculture and meditation.
Every morning it was an amazing feeling to go out and… read more
Every morning it was an amazing feeling to go out and… read more
7 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle)
Danielle and Craig are a lovely and enthusiastic couple. They really gave their heart and passion to our project of tree planting even if just a week. They are hard-working with a positive outlook no matter if it rains they love the outdoor work. They planted 30 trees, weeded, strimmered, helped building cold-frames. We loved working with them and… read more
(Very good
)
27 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Danielle) for host
We stayed with Harvey and Kheli for a week and had a fantastic time. This placement was the perfect mix of interesting work, beautiful location, relaxation time, good company and wonderful food. We started work early which meant we had free time from 1pm. We helped with a range of tasks including tree planting, strimming, weeding, building cold… read more
22 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Georgia & Francis)
Georgia and Francis were open to hard physical work that we had due to a big fire earlier in the year, even though they found it tyring at times. They did their best. Apart from chain sawing, wood burning and making fire wood, they did weeding , carpentry and helping in the household. We enjoyed sharing recepies and loved their wonderful… read more
(Good
)
21 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Georgia & Francis) for host
This was a really worthwhile experience for us - we stayed with Harvey and Kheli for two weeks and enjoyed spending time in their beautiful home, learning about their eco-friendly lifestyle and exploring their corner of Sicily. They were welcoming, kind and interesting to talk to. Their food is extremely good and the guest bedroom was clean and… read more
13 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Madeleine)
Madelene is a bright and sunny person with a warm heartimg big smile. She has a fabulous approach to work. Nothing is too hard, to difficult or impossible for her. She helped in building a firewood shed out of pallet wood, took also initiative with suggestions. Other jobs included weeding, planting from seed, making raised beds and painting the… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Madeleine) for host
I spent one month living with Harvey and Kheli and was made to feel a part of the family from the moment I arrived.. I was touched by their generosity and kindness , what they have is truly special and I am grateful to have shared that with you both X X
14 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam & Edina)
Edina and Adam quickly adapted to our way of life and working. They are such an adorable couple which became more friends than workaways. Nothing was too much for them and though they did not have experience in everything they were quick to pick up what was required. Some of the jobs they did were: making new raised beds, loading up stones in… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Adam & Edina) for host
We spent 2,5 weeks at Kheli's and Harvey's place which we enjoyed a lot!! Kheli was always paying attention to our needs and tried to fulfill them as much as possible. They respected our free time and were always curious about our ideas. Beside these Kheli is an amazing cook and an accurate, funny and interesting person. It was interesting for us… read more
2 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rachael) for host
I spent just over one month in the beautiful valley of angels which is Harvey and Khelis home. Upon on arrival I was completely overwhelmed by the beauty and richness of the landscape, hills and mountains and the beautiful valley filled with flowers and fruit trees ! Harvey and Kheli always did everything possible to make sure I had everything I… read more
27 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachael)
Rachel is a chirpy, enthusiastic worker. Always ready to help and open to receive any type of work. While she was with us she helped with:
Cleaning up the land by racking straw, planting seeds, pruning and staking tomatoes, making marmalade, weeding vegetable beds, putting nets around grapes, pruning the vineyard, general weeding, preparation… read more
Cleaning up the land by racking straw, planting seeds, pruning and staking tomatoes, making marmalade, weeding vegetable beds, putting nets around grapes, pruning the vineyard, general weeding, preparation… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jon)
Jon is a strong lad that works efficiently and capable to work also independently with a task. He is a sunny positive individual that has a very good working ethics once when we asked him to strimmer near to the bee hives, he never gave it away that he was scared of bees. He actually strimmered a large area of our land with different terrain… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Niklas)
Niklas is a calm, gentle and sensitive soul nevertheless he surprised us more than once lifting and transporting heavy stones up the hill on a wheel barrow. He approaches any type of work with a positive attitude. Though he didn't have any gardening experience once he learnt our Sicilian weeds, they didn't stand a chance. He works efficiently and… read more
(Excellent
)
9 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Rowie)
Rowie is a wonderful, warm hearted and giving person who has the abilty and sensitivity to easily do any work given. She can easily adapt and is flexible and also is able to take responsibilty and initiative. While she was with us she did various jobs. In the garden she was a quick learner: planting seeds, staking of tomatoes, transplanting… read more
(Excellent
)
9 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Rowie) for host
It was an amazing experience to be part of Harvey`s and Kheli`s life. They are very warm hearted people with great respect for animals, life and each other. From the first moment, I Enjoyed every moment. The work which I did was very nice to do, since all takes place in their self-made `Peace of the Angels`, a perfect dreamy spot overlooking an… read more
26 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren & Ethan )
Lauren and Ethan were on their first Workaway program and they stayed three weeks working along side with us and one week pet sitting.
Both of them are very flexible and enthusiastic. They approach the help with a good attitude and are able to give helpful inputs.
They helped with loppering and feeding our chipper to make mulch and then putting… read more
Both of them are very flexible and enthusiastic. They approach the help with a good attitude and are able to give helpful inputs.
They helped with loppering and feeding our chipper to make mulch and then putting… read more
(Very good
)
25 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Lauren & Ethan ) for host
*This was our first workaway experience *
Harvey and Kheli's permaculture/food forest is located in the mountains near the town Lascari. They were very organized in divving out the tasks so everyday was different for us. We usually worked 8 am - 1 pm and once a week after 1 pm to complete projects. They did a great job in picking out projects… read more
Harvey and Kheli's permaculture/food forest is located in the mountains near the town Lascari. They were very organized in divving out the tasks so everyday was different for us. We usually worked 8 am - 1 pm and once a week after 1 pm to complete projects. They did a great job in picking out projects… read more
13 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nofit) for host
Reaching to kheli's and Harvey's house was like a boat getting to a safe shore. After long time of traveling ,the smiling faces, privet room, and delicious healthy food, i immediately felt at home.
I was one month in their house, sharring all the meals and working ours together, and still had more then enughf time to explorer the wunderful… read more
I was one month in their house, sharring all the meals and working ours together, and still had more then enughf time to explorer the wunderful… read more
10 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nofit)
Nofit is a wonderful workaway. If there was a higher mark than excellent we would give it to her. She has enthusiasm, willingness, helpfulness and she is generous with her time. She helped us with planting bulbs, loppering olive branches, feeding them into the chipper, lifting heavy sacks of mulch and putting them around the fruit trees. Further… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ireen & Benedikt)
Ireen and Benny were a wonderful surprise to us. Though we had the pleasure for only one week it felt more like a month. They slipped into our rhythm and work load with grace and ease as if we always had known each other. They have a wonderful attitude to work full of enthusiasm, curiosity and genuine interest and wish to learn. They helped us… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ireen & Benedikt) for host
After having enjoyed Kheli's and Harvey's hospiality for a week, we can say that they are generous and lovely people. They shared their beautiful place with us and we've had very communicative evenings together. They value healthy nutrition a lot or to put it differently they will always feed you well. ;) what's more, they also thaught us a lot… read more
20 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Miriam_Reinhard) for host
Staying one month with Kheli & Harvey was a very good experience. We felt comfortable because of the good athmosphere with them and their funny five cats and the sweet dog Skipper.
We were there from Nov - Dec and luckily had lots of sunny days. So we could work outdoor on the large wild land they have.
Our two main projects were to build a… read more
We were there from Nov - Dec and luckily had lots of sunny days. So we could work outdoor on the large wild land they have.
Our two main projects were to build a… read more
20 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam_Reinhard)
Miriam And Reinhard are a beautiful harmonious couple and this showed also in the way they work together on projects. In the time they stayed with us which was supposed to be two weeks, we all enjoyed each other's presence so much that we decided to extend it another two weeks. We were really pleased with their motivated and enthusiastic approach.… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharine)
Kate is a charming, enthusiastic and self-assured young lady. Though she stayed a short time with us, we very much enjoyed her positive approach and attitude to working. As we already had a Workaway couple staying in the guest house, Kate was in the main part of the house and we found her also on a personal level very adaptable and respectful to… read more
(Very good
)
19 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Katharine) for host
Harvey and Kheli are new to Workaway, but you wouldn't know it based on their superb hosting! I only stayed one week on their permaculture farm, but it was an absolutely lovely experience. The work consisted of basic gardening, constructing a few vegetable beds, stone wall building, and log-splitting. It was very reasonable and always completed by… read more
