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Experience Tuscan village life with our family in Querceta, Italy

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 1 month

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a husband and wife residing in Querceta, a charming village nestled between the Apuan Alps and the Tyrrhenian Sea, just minutes from the beautiful beaches of Forte dei Marmi, in the heart of Versilia. We have a very friendly female dog and a cat.

    We're looking for a friendly and reliable person to help us with garden care and light home maintenance.

    In exchange, we offer comfortable accommodation and the chance to experience the authentic lifestyle of this stunning region—a mix of mountains, sea, and traditional Tuscan charm.

    We don't speak English very well, so we'd especially appreciate someone who is learning Italian or eager to practice the language during their stay.

    If you enjoy hands-on work, being outdoors, and immersing yourself in local culture, we’d love to welcome you into our home!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Elderly Companionship
    Gardening
    Animal Care
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Pets
    Farming
    Plant care
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Books
    Animals
    Nature
    Water sports
    Sailing / Boating
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Our English isn’t very strong, especially my husband’s, so we would really appreciate someone who speaks or is learning Italian. This is a great opportunity to practice the language in a relaxed, everyday setting.

    Our children, aged 28 and 23, are often around. He’s a surfer, and she loves horses. Spending time with them when they’re here can also be a fun way to get to know the area better and enjoy a bit of social life.

  • Help

    Help

    We’re looking for a friendly, hands-on, and responsible Workawayer to help us with garden care and some light home maintenance. You won’t be working alone—we’ll be assisting and working alongside you during most of the tasks, creating a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere.

    > Garden Tasks May Include:
    Watering trees, potted plants, and flower beds
    Raking and clearing dry leaves
    Light pruning of small trees and bushes
    General upkeep to keep the garden neat and welcoming

    >Home Tasks May Include:
    Occasional light painting or touch-ups (e.g. windows, doors, fences)
    Cleaning and organizing the attic (mostly sorting and light lifting)
    General tidying and cleaning in shared areas of the house

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Italian: Fluent

    This host offers a language exchange
    We have a certain age and are not interested in learning another language. However, if you are learning Italian or already speak it, we are more than happy to help you out.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You will have your own room and your own bathroom. Both are on the 1st floor and have a view. You will have a small kitchen set in the garden for your own use. We will provide you with food weekly, you will cook it.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We will be providing you with a bike for the entire stay. Places such as Forte dei Marmi, Pietrasanta and Serravezza are easily reachable.
    IT IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN TO BRING PEOPLE IN THE PROPERTY.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Vega

    Vega

    Irish setter

Host ref number: 715368989956

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A man and a woman pose together outdoors, smiling slightly. Behind them is a garden with green grass, blooming white flowers, and dense green foliage.
Two people wearing Shoei motorcycle helmets and jackets pose for a selfie outdoors. One has sunglasses and a microphone attached, with a bright blue sky above.
A tabby cat balances confidently atop a slanted tree trunk in a sunny park, surrounded by green grass, trees, distant houses, and blue sky.
A brown dog sits calmly on a sandy beach under a clear blue sky, with distant mountains and houses visible in the sunlit background. Peaceful scene.
A relaxed tabby cat with white paws lies on a blue-tiled surface outdoors, surrounded by green grass and trees, enjoying a peaceful, natural setting.
A picturesque view of a green grassy field with scattered trees, seen from a rustic, moss-covered terracotta-tiled rooftop, with distant modern buildings under a blue sky.
A couple poses for a photo with their dog under a stone archway, with a lush green landscape and a large waterfall cascading in the background.
A freshly tilled garden bed lies on a grassy lawn, surrounded by trees and bushes. A wheelbarrow sits nearby, ready for gardening work.

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