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We are close to French border. Taggia is our nearest town. Sanremo is 8km from us. The nearby (3- 4km) local beaches are excellent and we are an easy day trip from Menton and Monaco. Many helpers have particularly enjoyed mountain biking and hiking in the hills inland from us.
During these covid times placements need careful consideration to ensure we are all safe. We expect all helpers to have been vaccinated if possible and are not prepared to have people who refuse vaccines or do not follow covid regulations.
Occasionally we might require a recent covid test. In March we might do with help planting, pruning, digging, etc. This is physically demanding work. It would be best suited to a couple or two friends.
Helpers with electrical, plumbing, gardening, dry stone walling and building/maintenance skills are usually especially welcome as, sometimes, are reliable short term house-sitters as we prefer the place to be occupied when we are not here.
We can often welcome fit people capable of general labouring outdoor tasks even if unskilled! Space is very limited so we are sorry but we cannot accommodate families or people without the skills we need or, usually, people for less than 10 days. We do not commit to take long term placements.
Winter is usually mild in this part of Italy but you need to be aware that the cabin is not heated, although it has hot water and you would have access to the house during the day.
On the rare occasion we have house sitters we need to have references. House sitting may be on the usual Workaway basis of up to 25 hours/week in which case I would leave food and money for food or you could choose to do less and provide for yourselves, or indeed a bit of both! We would agree this in advance. We need, however, to be sure that housesitters can cope with the demands of the property and the 2+km steep track to the town. There are no immediate residential neighbours.
You need to be aware that 'unskilled' work can be physically demanding, especially during hot summer months. We expect helpers to be proactive, fit and not need constant supervision.
The house is small and organising dates to suit can be difficult so please be as specific as you can when contacting us. Please discuss with us if bringing a vehicle- see below.
Accommodation is usually in our very comfortable cabin ( with own shower,etc.) All food is provided. We like to eat together but are happy for you to make picnic lunches to take when you have days off. We are keen cooks and enjoy sharing experiences.
Please also indicate what skills you have or your ability to do demanding physical labour.
Please note
*️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ We cannot support visa applications. Initial placements are usually no longer than two weeks.
*️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ The property is a steep 2km walk up from Taggia old town. There are no immediate residential neighbours and the place may seem feel too isolated for some people. We love tranquility of it. It is usually best suited to couples or two travelling friends. Please look at our references.
* We cannot accommodate children
*️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ We require you have your own insurance if not from the EU.
*️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️️ IF YOU ARE NEW TO WORKAWAY AND/OR HAVE NO REFERENCES, please state clearly what your expectations are
NB Our access is a demanding track so please check with us if you plan to bring your own vehicle. With prior agreement of neighbours, people with a small camper/transit van might be able to leave it about 500m level the house. You can see a video of the access road on YouTube The Road to Canelli!
We are committed to the whole philosophy of Workaway, want helpers to enjoy their time with us and have made life-long friends. Please see our references!
We have a small olive grove - Our knowledge of oil production is derived from our neighbours and we are learning. We have a hectare of land which is a bit beyond what we can manage given that we don't live there and have jobs, etc. We are not certified organic but try to be ecologically sound - have solar power, don't use insecticides, compost, etc. Our neighbours are harvesting our trees this year and you may be able to join in for a genuinely Ligurian experience!
Sue is a retired teacher originally from New Zealand. We all love cooking and will treat volunteers well! We have a swimming pool and are about 4 km from the sea.
We receive a lot of requests and will respond asap as we understand the importance of being able to plan. PLEASE GIVE SPECIFIC DATES IF POSSIBLE.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Although not Italian we are well integrated into the local agricultural community, have a good knowledge of the history and issues of the area, etc. We are the only foreigners in the immediate area.
Help
Please see our references! Workaway benefits both hosts and helpers and we are very grateful to have had really fantastic helpers.
Please note that we attempt to be responsible hosts and we require you to have personal insurance if you are from outside the EU. We also require you to give us passport and next of kin details.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Beginner
Accommodation
We have a self contained cabin with its own toilet and shower. Our limited accommodation means we have to plan carefully.
We have bicycles for your use and there is an excellent cycle track along the coast.
What else ...
Please ask. You may wish to see our closed Facebook group which gives a good flavour of the place and contains lots of contributions from previous workdays and volunteers.
We don't ever have groups of helpers because we cannot accommodate many. It is usually best to come as a couple or with a friend.
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.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Up to 25 hours, max 5 days a week
Host ref number: 8926756224c2
Feedback (44)
22 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Naëma) for host
Sue is a wonderful host, she is very thoughtful and caring. She was always looking up things up for me without me even asking. And she really showed her appreciation for the work I did. She also suggested for me to work longer days so that I could have more days off to make the most out of my time there, which I really did in the 2,5 weeks I was… read more
6 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Naëma)
It has been a pleasure to host Naëma - her enthusiasm and energy make her a pleasure to have around. . She is an excellent worker, intelligent, proactive independent and thorough.
Unfortunately the weather was not as good as we expected but she made an excellent job spring cleaning the house and tidying the property. She coped with cold weather… read more
Unfortunately the weather was not as good as we expected but she made an excellent job spring cleaning the house and tidying the property. She coped with cold weather… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan & Elliott)
Megan and Elliot are a great team and worked well together. They both worked hard completing all the jobs I asked them to do. They came earlier than originally planned so I was not as well organised for their arrival as I hoped. Covid restrictions meant also that they had to leave sooner.
While they were here they did physically demanding tasks… read more
While they were here they did physically demanding tasks… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Megan & Elliott) for host
Our time at Sues was cut short due to COVID and the worry of closing boarders before Christmas. However, we spent 10 days with her and had a wonderful time at her place in Taggia!
The jobs we did included: spring cleaning kitchen/living room, making Christmas reefs (which was lovely), digging holes for trees to be replanted, clearing the path up… read more
The jobs we did included: spring cleaning kitchen/living room, making Christmas reefs (which was lovely), digging holes for trees to be replanted, clearing the path up… read more
25 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex is a very skilled, committed and proactive worker. I was very fortunate that he came when he did! While here he accomplished a lot including sorting complicated solar, electrical and swimming pool issues. In addition he sorted some computer hardware and software problems, reinstalled lights, cleaned the dishwasher, etc.
I recommend that any… read more
I recommend that any… read more
(Excellent
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22 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Naëma) for host
Sue is a wonderful host, she is very thoughtful and caring. She was always looking up things up for me without me even asking. And she really showed her appreciation for the work I did. She also suggested for me to work longer days so that I could have more days off to make the most out of my time there, which I really did in the 2,5 weeks I was… read more
6 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Naëma)
It has been a pleasure to host Naëma - her enthusiasm and energy make her a pleasure to have around. . She is an excellent worker, intelligent, proactive independent and thorough.
Unfortunately the weather was not as good as we expected but she made an excellent job spring cleaning the house and tidying the property. She coped with cold weather… read more
Unfortunately the weather was not as good as we expected but she made an excellent job spring cleaning the house and tidying the property. She coped with cold weather… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Megan & Elliott)
Megan and Elliot are a great team and worked well together. They both worked hard completing all the jobs I asked them to do. They came earlier than originally planned so I was not as well organised for their arrival as I hoped. Covid restrictions meant also that they had to leave sooner.
While they were here they did physically demanding tasks… read more
While they were here they did physically demanding tasks… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Megan & Elliott) for host
Our time at Sues was cut short due to COVID and the worry of closing boarders before Christmas. However, we spent 10 days with her and had a wonderful time at her place in Taggia!
The jobs we did included: spring cleaning kitchen/living room, making Christmas reefs (which was lovely), digging holes for trees to be replanted, clearing the path up… read more
The jobs we did included: spring cleaning kitchen/living room, making Christmas reefs (which was lovely), digging holes for trees to be replanted, clearing the path up… read more
25 Sep 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex is a very skilled, committed and proactive worker. I was very fortunate that he came when he did! While here he accomplished a lot including sorting complicated solar, electrical and swimming pool issues. In addition he sorted some computer hardware and software problems, reinstalled lights, cleaned the dishwasher, etc.
I recommend that any… read more
I recommend that any… read more
(Excellent)
12 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Adde & Tristan)
Tristan and Rémi were here for the month of July. During this time they helped with many gardening and general site tidying tasks as well as very competently sorting issues with Wifi and computing. They accepted having only tent accommodation happily. I was impressed and pleased with how they carefully followed covid restrictions which must have… read more
(Very good)
8 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Adde & Tristan) for host
It was our first workaway and we stayed for a month. It was a very good experience, Susan is a very kind and helpful person. We learned a lot of things in particular about the maintenance of a garden. In addition, Susan is a very good cook and she taught us how to make very good pizzas in the stone oven.
The place is great and the view is… read more
The place is great and the view is… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Benoit) for host
Susan is a wonderful host, so kind and generous, and also a great cook ! We were very well fed, and even had a go at making our own pizzas in the pizza oven. The accommodation in the cabane is very confortable and far enough from the house to also be private. The only sound you hear on waking are birds singing, it's quite a magical place all… read more
10 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Benoit)
Sarah and Benoit are quite fantastic! Both are such skilled hard workers who are also great fun and a real pleasure to be with. They are appreciative and most generous.
They work well together and this enables them both to work to each other's strengths. Both are also imaginative problem solvers .
While here for little more than a week they… read more
They work well together and this enables them both to work to each other's strengths. Both are also imaginative problem solvers .
While here for little more than a week they… read more
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Silvana)
It was a pleasure to host Silvana and I hope this will have been the first of regular visits.
Silvana has a very positive attitude towards everything, is open-minded and has wide experience. She is incredibly thoughtful, and generous. Her communication skills and making arrangements was very easy.
It was a shame that Silvana was here for such a… read more
Silvana has a very positive attitude towards everything, is open-minded and has wide experience. She is incredibly thoughtful, and generous. Her communication skills and making arrangements was very easy.
It was a shame that Silvana was here for such a… read more
(Excellent)
30 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Silvana) for host
Susan is a very nice person and a perfect host. Unfortunately I couldn't stay longtime because of other commitments at home. Me too have a project in wa and a big property to take care. So, at present, I can do only short escapes nearby. Staying with her, in that beautiful corner of terraced Liguria was a breath of air for me. I love the smells… read more
31 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (David & Samyra) for host
First of all Susan was an amazing host and we had a great time for the two weeks we stayed with her, Dora and the cats.
Susan hosted us at the last minute and it turned out to be a great experience at her home where we met with the friendly neighbours, got to explore some of the surrounding area and the town of Taggia and managed to even take… read more
Susan hosted us at the last minute and it turned out to be a great experience at her home where we met with the friendly neighbours, got to explore some of the surrounding area and the town of Taggia and managed to even take… read more
29 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (David & Samyra)
David and Samyra came at short notice and were fantastic! I really enjoyed having these intelligent, thoughtful young people and look forward to their post-covid return.
They are both very positive and are excellent workers. During their nearly two week stay they helped a great deal, gardening, cleaning and helping me negotiate Italian… read more
They are both very positive and are excellent workers. During their nearly two week stay they helped a great deal, gardening, cleaning and helping me negotiate Italian… read more
(Excellent)
28 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Daniel) for host
We had a wonderful time in Canelli, supporting Sue with admin work in Italian and with other tasks including gardening work, painting shutters, covering the pool.
Sue is a great and very lovely and generous host. She showed us the surroundings, introduced us to the local community and gave us many good recommendations to explore the region. Sue… read more
Sue is a great and very lovely and generous host. She showed us the surroundings, introduced us to the local community and gave us many good recommendations to explore the region. Sue… read more
26 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia & Daniel)
We were very lucky that Julia and Daniel chose to come to Canelli for two weeks. They are fantastic couple, intelligent, skilled and proactive.
They both have excellent language and computing skills. They helped me navigate Italian bureaucracy and sortied such things as my residency, on-line banking, car insurance, etc. I really appreciate the… read more
They both have excellent language and computing skills. They helped me navigate Italian bureaucracy and sortied such things as my residency, on-line banking, car insurance, etc. I really appreciate the… read more
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (brownjs1)
I loved having Julia and Toby here- they were a breath of fresh air. Their enthusiasm and energy make them a pleasure to have around.
I also very much appreciated their willingness to work hard and use their many skills to help me catch up with jobs on the land, sheds and house. Some of the main tasks required muscle and this was no problem for… read more
I also very much appreciated their willingness to work hard and use their many skills to help me catch up with jobs on the land, sheds and house. Some of the main tasks required muscle and this was no problem for… read more
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Antonio)
I have had the privilege of hosting Antonio for over two weeks. He is an inspiration!
Antonio is a tremendous worker with excellent gardening skills and is also very keen to learn. While he was here he cleared brambles and heavy undergrowth, pruned fruit trees, looked after my animals, helped my neighbour restore a stone wall, etc. He was also… read more
Antonio is a tremendous worker with excellent gardening skills and is also very keen to learn. While he was here he cleared brambles and heavy undergrowth, pruned fruit trees, looked after my animals, helped my neighbour restore a stone wall, etc. He was also… read more
(Excellent)
26 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Simon)
I had the good fortune to host Simon to host for just over three weeks. Most of that time house-sat by himself- not what many would cope with isolated on the Ligurian hillside. Simon was unfazed and I think enjoyed the experience.
Simon is a totally trustworthy, responsible and reliable worker and house sitter. I returned to find the house… read more
Simon is a totally trustworthy, responsible and reliable worker and house sitter. I returned to find the house… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Pierre-Antoine & Benjamin)
Pierre Antoine and Benjamin are excellent Workawayers. They embrace the principles of mutual benefit of Workaday and I recommend them both highly. They worked hard here, took pride in what they did and were totally reliable. Both communicate very well, speak excellent English and are clear about what skills they have. During the time they were… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Abigail & David) for host
Canelli, what can we say about this place; beautiful, rural, full of life, and ruled by a few handsome cats. We spend just over two weeks at Sue's and loved every moment of it. Sue herself is a wonderful host and woman. She even took us on a few tours of the surrounding area. She has extensive knowledge of the area and wants to give a true… read more
25 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Abigail & David)
I can whole-heartedly recommend Abby and David. They were here for just over two weeks helped enormously with a variety tasks including taking care of a demanding property for the 10 days I was absent. They are a mature young couple, thoughtful, appreciate of what is offered and are totally trustworthy.
They were able to work independently, and… read more
They were able to work independently, and… read more
(Excellent)
10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tyler) for host
Sue is a wonderful, knowledgable host with a full library and Tom Cat collection (cute cats everywhere). She goes out of her way to give you the full Ligurian experience through her cooking, books, and acquaintances. We conducted various tasks around the house such as spring cleaning, gardening, collecting kindling, etc.. The surrounding area is… read more
10 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tyler)
It was a pleasure to host Nora and Grant.
They have a very positive attitude towards everything, are open-minded and keen to learn new things. They are very thoughtful, appreciative and make the most of the opportunities offered. They have excellent communication skills and making arrangements was very easy.
It was a shame that I couldn’t host… read more
They have a very positive attitude towards everything, are open-minded and keen to learn new things. They are very thoughtful, appreciative and make the most of the opportunities offered. They have excellent communication skills and making arrangements was very easy.
It was a shame that I couldn’t host… read more
(Excellent)
9 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew & Sophie)
It was a real pleasure to spend time with Sophie and Matt.
They have a very positive attitude towards everything, are proactive, intelligent and make the most of the opportunities offered. They are exceptionally easy to host!
They were here for two weeks and did a lot in that time. Unfortunately I was not able to share many gardening skills… read more
They have a very positive attitude towards everything, are proactive, intelligent and make the most of the opportunities offered. They are exceptionally easy to host!
They were here for two weeks and did a lot in that time. Unfortunately I was not able to share many gardening skills… read more
(Excellent)
28 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Matthew & Sophie) for host
Canelli is truly a beautiful place to stay and work and Sue is a generous and capable host. We spent two weeks here and the work was varied and very enjoyable - we fixed various plumbing and domestic issues, rolled up olive nets, pruned the huge kiwi tree, harvested lavender and spent time gardening the bountiful and extensive land. There was a… read more
15 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Bartholomew & Emilie)
I very fortunate to have Emilie and Barty come for two weeks. They were a great help- intelligent, creative, good company, and conscientious.
This was their first Workaday experience but I knew from their first communications that they would fit in well. They had read my profile carefully and askrd all the right questions! I was not… read more
This was their first Workaday experience but I knew from their first communications that they would fit in well. They had read my profile carefully and askrd all the right questions! I was not… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Bartholomew & Emilie) for host
This was our very first work away, and it definitely exceeded our expectations. Sue is a fabulous host, she's so generous and kind, fair with work, showed us around the area, gave us lifts, gave us tips for a trip away, cooked amazing food and generally embodies the spirit of workaway.
Sue's place is beautiful, set in the hills above Taggia and… read more
Sue's place is beautiful, set in the hills above Taggia and… read more
23 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew)
Andrew was here for 10 days and during that time I found him to be very capable, trust worthy, and dependable.
He is a very competent all-rounder, who gets on with the job and takes pride in all that he does - he likes to finish whatever he starts - using his initiative when necessary. While here he trimmed all the terraces(a big job), prepared… read more
He is a very competent all-rounder, who gets on with the job and takes pride in all that he does - he likes to finish whatever he starts - using his initiative when necessary. While here he trimmed all the terraces(a big job), prepared… read more
(Excellent)
26 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Irene & Lionel)
Irene and Lionel epitomise everything that Workaday is about and fully embrace the spirit of exchange. They have such a positive approach to life. They are talented, capable, hardworking and proactive and when, unsure of what I wanted, asked. They collaborate together very well.
I thoroughly enjoyed their company, They are both very easy to get… read more
I thoroughly enjoyed their company, They are both very easy to get… read more
(Excellent)
21 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (mp2017)
Mary and Paolo are a delightful couple who were responsible and reliable house sitters. I really enjoyed their company and was sorry not to spend more time with them. They will be welcome any time they wish to return. I look forward to their next visit! Meanwhile, I recommend them to other hosts.
(Excellent)
9 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (mp2017) for host
Sue has a wonderful getaway at Canelli - tranquil, peaceful setting in the mountains. We spent two wonderful weeks house sitting and a few days with Sue. Sue is a fantastic host, taking time to show us some local sites, sharing her knowledge, books etc, making sure we had everything we needed - easy to enjoy a nice conversation/good meal. The… read more
13 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie & Jordan) for host
This was our second WA and the experience was absolutely fantastic. The week before we were ment to arrive we had happened to be staying near Sue's so we had contacted her to say we were in the area. She invited us and our friend we were traveling with to the house for lunch, she went out of her way to drive down to the train station and meet us.… read more
28 Jul 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie & Jordan)
The worst thing about having Stephanie and Jordan to visit is having to see them go!
I loved having them and they immediately felt like part of the Canelli family. I recommend them to other hosts without reservation!
They have excellent social skills and fitted in easily. I was particularly impressed at how they were able to support less… read more
I loved having them and they immediately felt like part of the Canelli family. I recommend them to other hosts without reservation!
They have excellent social skills and fitted in easily. I was particularly impressed at how they were able to support less… read more
(Excellent)
17 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (mrSergio)
Srdjan was a excellent helper whom I recommend highly. He is an intelligent and diligent worker, keen to learn new skills and who sets high standards for himself. He is also very responsible and looked after our place with great care in my absence.
During the time here he did a variety of things including cleaning the pool - a thankless task as it… read more
During the time here he did a variety of things including cleaning the pool - a thankless task as it… read more
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2017
Left by Workawayer (mrSergio) for host
Firstly I want to thank Sue for the invitation. A month in Canelli was really a wonderful experience. Sue is amazing host, very accommodating, always ready to share knowledge and ideas how to improve this little paradise that she created, in the quite hills above the Sea. She is very willing to drive you to show many places, villages in the… read more
18 Apr 2017
Left by Workawayer (Markus & Claudia) for host
We stayed at Susan's lovely place for 2,5 weeks, one week house-keeping, the other one together with her. Susan impressed us by being very welcoming and fair about the working hours, leaving us the choice to work during rainy weather to enjoy our days off in the sunshine.
The work was varied, sometimes hard, but fun if you like to work physically… read more
The work was varied, sometimes hard, but fun if you like to work physically… read more
13 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Markus & Claudia)
Claudia and Markus are excellent Workawayers. They had difficulty reaching our place because of transport strikes but went to considerable effort, and I think expense, to arrive here in time to meet me before house sitting in my absence. This illustrates their sense of commitment and reliability. While here they worked very hard, were… read more
(Excellent)
26 Feb 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Karen)
John was here for 5 weeks while Karen was visiting family. He was fantastic and we are very grateful for his work and looking after the property while we were away. I returned to an immaculate house, property, tool shed and completed job list. The greatest recommendation I can give is that of my neighbour Mario who was overseeing work on restoring… read more
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nate)
Nate fully embraces the concept of mutual benefit and sharing of experiences, works hard and is a most considerate guest. In the few days he was here he cleared the road (extremely hard strenuous work in hot sunshine). emptied and cleaned the pool (again a very demanding job in the heat) and helped with various other tasks.
I recommend Nate… read more
I recommend Nate… read more
(Excellent)
18 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nate) for host
Firstly I would like to say that Sue is an extremely welcoming and knowledgeable host who made the experience I had an interesting and worthwhile one. The accommodation is perfect, much better than expected. The food prepared by Suebwas wonderful and varied, very much so like the work. If you are prepared to work hard then you will reap the… read more
17 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Kelly & Jonathan) for host
Had an amazing 3.5 weeks at Canelli in July, of which Sue was away for 2. Sue was a wonderful host, cooking and sharing her knowledge, picking us up from town and showing us around. Having bikes was very helpful as we could see a lot of the coastline and zip around easily. Her friends and neighbours were extremely helpful and friendly, ensuring a… read more
31 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Kelly & Jonathan)
Kelly and Jono were absolutely great helpers. I knew they would be good from the preliminary communication I had with them and they met my high expectations. They both use their own initiative and work well together and apart. As well as being excellent house sitters while I was away - conscientious waterers, chicken minders, housekeepers, etc.,… read more
(Excellent)
10 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie & Brady)
Melanie and Brady worked hard and made an excellent job of digging my vegetable garden despite the rain and mud! They are fit young people and I hope did ell in the Paris Marathon and enjoyed family time in France. Good wishes for your future travels!
(Very good)
10 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Melanie & Brady) for host
We had a great time staying at Sue's for 2 weeks in late February/early. Our accommodation was a lovely little cabin with it's own bathroom and shower which was very nice! Sue always fed us well. Her cooking is fantastic! While there, we helped mostly in the garden (weeding, hoeing, digging, etc). It was hard but Sue always checked with us to make… read more
11 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Celine) for host
We stayed for 2 weeks at Canelli, and Sue is truly the perfect host. The cabin was lovely, she made sure everything was ready for us and was very approachable. She was very generous with her time (insisting to pick us up whenever we went to town), and really made sure we got to see as much as possible of Liguria - she even helped us to plan our… read more
24 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nicholas & Candace) for host
Sue was an amazing host. From the moment she picked us up at the train station she showed us round the area explaining sites and history. She really understands the Workaway experience. We worked on a variety of projects at our own pace and enjoyed the Olive harvest from tree through production as very insightful. We easily visited San Remo and… read more
24 Nov 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicholas & Candace)
I strongly recommend Candace and Nic. During the two+ weeks they spend with me they completed a number of jobs to a very high standard. As well as proactive they also are very thorough. Between them they made stone steps, made an excellent job of cleaning and preparing the pool for winter, made a strong new clothes line, cleaned the house… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Kingsley)
Kingsley is an excellent Workawayer. He is skilled, extremely hardworking and tidy worker. Amongst other things he designed steps and built these during the July heat wave. This required carrying heavy loads of stones, mixing concrete by hand, etc. I was particularly impressed by the way he liked to finish things regardless of the extra time he… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Giulia)
I enjoyed hosting Giulia. She worked extremely hard, even mixing concrete when the temperature was in mid 30s, helping carry rocks and to help create new stone steps. She is very considerate, lively company. I wish her well for her future travels and career.
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer (Atewet) for host
I stayed at Susan for almost a week. It was pleasant helping her out with house stuff as Susan is very accomodating and always check with you if it's ok the job she would like you to do. Thanks for the hospitality and the opportunity to see the beautiful beachs and towns of western Liguria.
26 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexis)
Alexis is an excellent Workawayer- reliable, excellent communications and a very competent hardworker. In the week he was here he strimmed the terraces perfectly, sorted out the badly installed kitchen plumbing, cleaned and refilled the pool sand filter and mended the bicycle. He is a skilled and tidy worker.
Alexis is in addition a pleasure to… read more
Alexis is in addition a pleasure to… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Alexis) for host
It was very nice to help Susan for about a week :)
A place is perfectly located in a quiet and lovely area of Liguria, it is a very good place to help since the workshop is very well organized and there is plenty to do.
She is a great cook and there are very good facilities for outdoor cooking (pizza oven and barbeque).
Susan is very nice and… read more
A place is perfectly located in a quiet and lovely area of Liguria, it is a very good place to help since the workshop is very well organized and there is plenty to do.
She is a great cook and there are very good facilities for outdoor cooking (pizza oven and barbeque).
Susan is very nice and… read more
12 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire & Simon)
Claire and Simon are perfect Workawayers. They are both such positive people, focus on providing solutions and are most generous - they changed their travel plans to accommodate my dates and their time and expertise unstintingly.
In the short time they were here they extended the vegetable garden, devised and installed a watering system and… read more
In the short time they were here they extended the vegetable garden, devised and installed a watering system and… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Claire & Simon) for host
We housesat for Sue but we're fortunate enough to have a few days with her before she had to shoot back to the UK when we had the pleasure of getting to know her. Not only is Sue so genuinely kind and generous, she is very organised and ensures you are fully informed and prepared for anything that might arise. It has been inspiring to share… read more
8 Nov 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Sean)
I was delighted that Sean chose to return after 3 years. He personifies what Workaway is about. He works hard, joins in any activity, is independent and extremely pleasant company. During his time this visit he helped relay and re-tile over drains, mend potholes and much more. Sean is proactive and I know I will discover more things he has done… read more
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Sean) for host
This is a long overdue review but Sue is simply one of the best host's out there and my time with them this summer was a fantastic experience. My first time here was over three years ago and it was great to return again and see how the property and all the fruit trees there had developed and matured, especially the grape vine which I planted on… read more
8 Aug 2014
Left by Workawayer (BenandJacky) for host
My partner and I stayed at Sue's place a few months back (apologies for taking so long to get round to writing this). It was a fantastic time house sitting whilst Sue was away. Sue's house is beautiful and in a fantastic location for scenery, heat and adventure. We really had a brilliant time. We regrettably did not get to spend more time with Sue… read more
21 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Georgia & Annabel) for host
We can not begin to describe how grateful we are to Sue for such an amazing work away experience. We felt at home straight away and absolutely loved our time here. Sue went out of her way to show us around including a couple of spectacular day trips to the neighbouring towns. We loved learning Italian cooking and the range of skills that she had… read more
17 Jul 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Georgia & Annabel)
It has been a pleasure to host Georgia and Annabel and I wholeheartedly recommend them other hosts. I was fortunate that they so enjoyed it here and the place so suited their immediate travel needs that they stayed over 3 weeks.
During that time they undertook a variety of tasks including cleaning the very dirty pool (a fithly, hot and wet job)… read more
During that time they undertook a variety of tasks including cleaning the very dirty pool (a fithly, hot and wet job)… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (John)
John stayed about three weeks and made a real impact. He is knowledgeable, methodical and very conscientious. He sets very high standards for himself and worked much longer hours than required.
He made a wonderful job of restoring damaged drystone walls. He did a lot of other various gardening jobs including pruning, clearing up, preparing for… read more
He made a wonderful job of restoring damaged drystone walls. He did a lot of other various gardening jobs including pruning, clearing up, preparing for… read more
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2013
Left by Workawayer (John) for host
For me, Susan's place just back from the Riviera in November was a great workaway experience. Sue was the essence of kindness and consideration. We were both happy that her stonewall terracing was in better shape after my endevours.
Canelli has a lovely setting/aspect ; so perched as to give the feeling of surveying the world from a comfortable… read more
Canelli has a lovely setting/aspect ; so perched as to give the feeling of surveying the world from a comfortable… read more
29 Jul 2013
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
This was easily the best travel experience I have had to date.
Sue was very accommodating and generous, and trusted me with things I knew very little about (pools/weeding/cooking) but came to appreciate and love.
Canelli is such a beautiful and inspiring place I instantly fell in love with it and found it very difficult to leave.
Sue is one of… read more
Sue was very accommodating and generous, and trusted me with things I knew very little about (pools/weeding/cooking) but came to appreciate and love.
Canelli is such a beautiful and inspiring place I instantly fell in love with it and found it very difficult to leave.
Sue is one of… read more
16 Jul 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Laura)
Laura was fantastic and a delight to host.
She arrived when the place was far from perfect. I was so lucky to have her when I did! She immediately set to work scrubbing the pool by hand, weeding and helping clean the house.
Laura has a very positive attitude towards everything. She is proactive, makes the most of the opportunities offered,… read more
She arrived when the place was far from perfect. I was so lucky to have her when I did! She immediately set to work scrubbing the pool by hand, weeding and helping clean the house.
Laura has a very positive attitude towards everything. She is proactive, makes the most of the opportunities offered,… read more
(Excellent)
19 Dec 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Sean & Rebecca)
I enjoyed hosting Sean and Rebecca and would have liked to have been able to spend more time with them.
I very much appreciated their willingness to work hard, often on rather repetitive jobs such as moving heavy debris and branches from the land being cleared, pruning grapes, moving stones in preparation for further building, etc. They also… read more
I very much appreciated their willingness to work hard, often on rather repetitive jobs such as moving heavy debris and branches from the land being cleared, pruning grapes, moving stones in preparation for further building, etc. They also… read more
(Very good)
15 Oct 2012
Left by Workawayer (Jacqui & Rod) for host
Sue, our apologies for such a late review. As I type this I am sitting in your lounge in Battersea London. I have you say you were one of the first hosts we ever contacted. We were organised to come in November 2011 but went back home for some work, we continued with trying to work in a time to come and help you as we did not want to let you down.… read more
25 Apr 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacqui & Rod)
Jacqui and Rod are quite fantastic! I waited sometime for their arrival knowing of Rod's reputation in NZ as an award winning master builder. My expectations/hopes were greatly exceeded as both he and Jacqui are both such skilled hard workers who are also great fun and a real pleasure to be with. They work well together and this enables them… read more
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2012
Left by Workawayer (Ashley) for host
I had a great stay in this amazing place! The work was just what i was after - together with another fantastic workawayer Assim. The place is beautiful, surrounded by olive groves and a (semi) abandoned medieval town to explore. The weather was so good we filled the pool much earlier than usual and enjoyed it's 'crispness' after the hot days of… read more
6 Aug 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (CharlieHannah)
Charlie and Hannah are fantastic! I’ve had a lot of really good Workawayers but they are top league! My regret is that they were only here 10 days but I expect them to return. I envy any host who has the good fortune to have them pass by!
They work really well together and I recommend hosts recognise their skills. Charlie arrived exactly when I… read more
They work really well together and I recommend hosts recognise their skills. Charlie arrived exactly when I… read more
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2012
Left by Workawayer (CharlieHannah) for host
Sue was the most amazing host and we had an absolutely fabulous time - time flew bye and before we knew it we had already completed our first Workaway.
We weren't sure what to expect (as it was our first Workaway) but we couldn't fault this place and recommend it very highly - From the projects we worked on, the food, the company, the view from… read more
We weren't sure what to expect (as it was our first Workaway) but we couldn't fault this place and recommend it very highly - From the projects we worked on, the food, the company, the view from… read more
5 Aug 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (Ian)
Ian made a great contribution to Canelli. He is a resourceful, hard worker who sets very high standards for himself. He also has a wide range of practical skills.
Ian helped with many tasks over the nearly four weeks he was here. He made an excellent job of cleaning the swimming pool which had to be scrubbed with wire-wool – an exceptionally… read more
Ian helped with many tasks over the nearly four weeks he was here. He made an excellent job of cleaning the swimming pool which had to be scrubbed with wire-wool – an exceptionally… read more
(Excellent)
31 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (Ian) for host
Sue is definitely one of the ones setting the gold standard for hosts everywhere. So I will do my best to summarize what other hosts could learn from(in no particular order).
1)workload: Sue is looking for value here. This is based on the basic 5 hours a day 5 days a week standard, but if you have special skills that hold more value(tree… read more
1)workload: Sue is looking for value here. This is based on the basic 5 hours a day 5 days a week standard, but if you have special skills that hold more value(tree… read more
25 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (AussieAmy) for host
I had a great time looking after the place, I learnt alot about gardening while there and about Italy. Thank you for trusting me to look after your place and treating me like part of the family. There is so much I want to say but i dont know how to say it I think the only thing I can say is Thank you for everything and I hope to return.
2 Jul 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (AussieAmy)
Amy could not have looked after my property better! I returned having left her for 10ndays to an immaculate house and well tended garden. In addition she tackled the invasive weeds and vines, facilitated a visit by the IKEA kitchen measurer, and much else.
I recommend Amy highly. She is a mature, independent and totally trustworthy young… read more
I recommend Amy highly. She is a mature, independent and totally trustworthy young… read more
(Excellent)
30 May 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (lsteele)
Lizzie and her friend Fritha were great volunteers - hard working, enthusiastic and really responsible looking after the property while I was away. They have a good work ethic and my garden significantly improved by their stay. Lizzie is also a good cook.
I would really recommend Lizzie to anyone looking for proactive, open-minded and… read more
(Excellent)
20 May 2012
Left by Workawayer (lsteele) for host
I had a simply perfect 2 week stay with Sue. The property is isolated, initially the walk from the small town Taggia seemed long but the winding road soons becomes charming and familiar. I weeded the garden, watered plants and cleaned inside the house and outside! Staying at Sue's property was fantastic and I cannot thank her enough for… read more
20 Feb 2012
Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host
It has been six months since my stay at Sue's beautiful property and I cannot stop thinking about the wonderful experience I had. The incredible view from her home of rows and rows of olive groves, the lemon and lime trees, and of course the sparkling Mediterranean ocean are permanently etched in my mind. I would recommend this trip to anyone. The… read more
22 Dec 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (jenny)
Jenny, Max and Meg are fantastic Workawers and it was a priviledge to host them. Jenny and Max are skilled, creative, hardworking , considerate... (I could go on). Meg is the best behaved dog I've met in the northern hemisphere and certainly on a par with the best sheep dogs I grew up with in NZ.
I was a little hesitant about hosting a dog but… read more
I was a little hesitant about hosting a dog but… read more
(Excellent)
22 Sep 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Pam & Mark)
The Tippings are a delightful family who demonstrate everything that Workaway is about and can offer. I recommend that any host grabs the opportunity should they make contct. During their stay they did a range of both skilled and heavy labouring work. They carried a huge amount of firewood up steep terraces and stacked it, cleaned and… read more
(Excellent)
22 Sep 2011
Left by Workawayer (Pam & Mark) for host
We absolutely loved our time here up in the hills above Arma di Taggia.
Sue is a wonderful host, kind, generous and considerate. She provided us with lots of useful information about the area including maps, train and bus timetables. The single lane track up to the house is steep and winding and appears impassable to the uninitiated, but… read more
Sue is a wonderful host, kind, generous and considerate. She provided us with lots of useful information about the area including maps, train and bus timetables. The single lane track up to the house is steep and winding and appears impassable to the uninitiated, but… read more
13 Sep 2011
Left by Workawayer (Nathaniel) for host
My sister, Olivia, and I had an amazing time staying with Sue for just over two weeks this past July. She was exceedingly generous and made us feel right at home. Her property is spectacular, with views of the Mediterranean. The work schedule was flexible and fair, allowing plenty of time to relax by the pool, read a book in the hammock, or… read more
27 Aug 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Toros)
It was a pleasure to host Toros and I hope he will return. He is a most considerate, thoughtful and intelligent worker who fitted in well with others. He is keen to learn new skills and is an excellent cook. Hosts are welcome to contact me should more information be required
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (maeveanne)
I recommend Maeve without reservation. It was a pleasure to host someone who so appreciated everything. During the two weeks she was at Canelli she worked hard, showed real initiative and interest in learning. She is totally responsible, mature and managed a difficult situation with tact and sense. She is welcome back any time. Hosts are welcome… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2011
Left by Workawayer (maeveanne) for host
I had a lovely time .. Sue was a wonderful host, and an amazing chef(with the freshest fish+veg). This was my first workaway experience. Sue made me feel at home and welcomed new ideas and input from volunteers.
The house is very secluded so was a bit of a shock at first but living in nature was a wonderful experience, no tv or radio and limited… read more
The house is very secluded so was a bit of a shock at first but living in nature was a wonderful experience, no tv or radio and limited… read more
25 Jun 2011
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
We had an enjoyable time at Sue's beautiful olive farm. She was very hospitable and made us feel at home. There was always a great selection of food and drink available to us. At night we would all sit together and exchange our stories. Unfortunately there wasn't much work for us to do outside of strimming and weeding. While this was fine it would… read more
24 Jun 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
I really enjoyed hosting Katy and Jim and recommend them without reservation.
They are both proactive hard workers who set high standards for themselves. In a short time they made a real difference to the property.
I appreciated their maturity, good humour and wonderful pizza making skills. Katy and Jimi are welcome back anytime. Thank you for… read more
They are both proactive hard workers who set high standards for themselves. In a short time they made a real difference to the property.
I appreciated their maturity, good humour and wonderful pizza making skills. Katy and Jimi are welcome back anytime. Thank you for… read more
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2011
Left by Workawayer (Josephin) for host
I had an awesome time here! It was my first time on workaway and thanks to Sue it's not gonna be my last time. She is very welcoming, friendly and leaving room for own ideas. I loved the working spirit of this place set so peacefully in the mountains. I met 3 other volunteers and now am hosting one of them. We did clean around olive trees,… read more
14 Apr 2011
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte99) for host
Sue is a great host- very hospitable, relaxed, friendly and enthusiastic about the land! I stayed for around 2 weeks with 3 other volunteers, whilst here we helped "free the trees!" (weeding), fertilised, dug over a terrace and planted a variety of vegetables, cleaned and generally enjoyed the sunshine and gelato!
Thank you Sue and good luck with… read more
Thank you Sue and good luck with… read more
5 Oct 2010
Left by Workawayer (Paul) for host
Firstly we would like to thank Sue for hosting us and giving us that taste of Italy that we were after. We have had such a wonderful time here, we have carried out a wide variety of tasks, mainly using our building skills, but also helping Sue with the up keep of an olive grove. Working for and with Sue was easy it was clear what needed doing, and… read more
2 Sep 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Paul)
Paul and Tabi are fantastic. I cannot recommend them too highly! They are qualified, knowledgeable, pro-active perfectionists! It has been a privilege to host them. They have made a substantial and lasting contribution to the property.
In addition to the comments left by the host above I would like to emphasise what a delightful couple they… read more
In addition to the comments left by the host above I would like to emphasise what a delightful couple they… read more
(Excellent)
7 Sep 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (Katrina)
It was a privilege to 'host' the Haag family and they made a tremendous difference to our place. Albi, Katrina & Felix really fitted into life on a Ligurian hillside, put up with the eccentricities of the place & people and were wonderfully generous with their time, car, cooking, etc. They greatly contributed to the experience of the other… read more
(Excellent)
6 Sep 2010
Left by Workawayer (Katrina) for host
We had a really fantastic introduction to workaway staying with Sue.What an adventure!We appreciated how flexible Sue was with us as a family and how she loves to share her beautiful place with others...and of course all the fresh tasty food we shared.Sue also makes a great workaway host because of her openess and honesty.We had a great time… read more
30 Jun 2010
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
I’ve been here for a week and I’m having an absolutely amazing time. Sue, the host, really embraces the workaway spirit and is interesting, generous and also a great cook and local guide! The olive grove is a very peaceful place to be “working” and the swimming pool is great to relax in. If you’re looking for a taste of the real Italy, as well as… read more
27 Jun 2010
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David has been brilliant and I cannot recommend him more highly. It's been a real pleasure to have someone with his positive approach to everything. He has an enormous capacity for work - my place has never looked so good. David is very adaptable and I know would fit in anywhere. I hope he will keep contact with Canelli as he's earned a permanent… read more
(Excellent)
