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29 Nov 2022
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Description
We are an Anglo/Italo family of 3 elements - me, Julia, English, Giovanni, Italian and our young adult son. We live in a little country house with just over an acre of land 2km from the town of Greve in Chianti. We have spent the last 20 years restoring the house and there is still more to do!
During the summer we are all working, but between November and March Giovanni and I are at home working in the fields. Every autumn we try and plant some trees and improve the soil.
We need help clearing overgrown land, building dry stone walls and putting up fencing.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will learn about Italy from the perspectives of an Italian and a foreigner living in Italy, which could be quite eye-opening! We are happy to find out about other countries and cultures and welcome everyone from everywhere, unconditionally.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We are looking for people to help us during the autumn/winter months to help with tidying up the olive fields, rebuilding dry stone walls, fencing and other smaller landscaping tasks. Every autumn we try and plant some trees and improve the soil. Messy, outdoor work!
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
Own room in house with private bathroom.
What else ...
Our house is a twenty minute walk from the nearest town, Greve in Chianti, which in turn is served by public transport to and from Florence.
Greve is a nice little market town, and it is an hour's bus ride from Florence.
In winter this is a very quiet place, but there are beautiful walks and countryside to enjoy.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
up to 4 hours a day
