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21 Apr 2025
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Description
A meditation site which means to put itself beyond the traditional religious practices without excluding them.
In fact, in this optics, the essence of meditation is (considered) a spiritual act which should be thought without relations to linear time.
Meditation can be practices without reference to such figures as Christ, Buddha or other similar personalities validated by history
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will get benefit from interpersonal exchange according their personality and will learn what they will be able to learn from work and relation.
Help
Help in cleaning the garden , vegetable garden , cutting wood and any work in the farm
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
As a meditation site, I offer hospitality and acceptance to those who are interested in the spiritual path.. Accommodation is in rooms. The host provides 3 meals a day in exchange of their work.
What else ...
The farm is isolated in the mountains. Means of transport are at 5 km from the house. it takes one hour and half walking to get to the beach.the place is very good for people who like hiking
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?
Two
Host ref number: 943332659331
Feedback (28)
2 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clara & Mercedes) for host
Ciao Sandro e Vilma!!
This is Clara and Mercedes. We are writing this review a little bit late as we stayed with you in June but we wanted to show our appreciation one more time.
We recommend 100% staying in the amazing Liguria with these amazing hosts. The experience has been super enriching from gardening, cooking (lessons by Vilma:), yoga… read more
This is Clara and Mercedes. We are writing this review a little bit late as we stayed with you in June but we wanted to show our appreciation one more time.
We recommend 100% staying in the amazing Liguria with these amazing hosts. The experience has been super enriching from gardening, cooking (lessons by Vilma:), yoga… read more
20 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Belen)
Hello Belen, thank you for your good feedback. You have been a very positive presence at our homes, always ready and happy to help, you are a very reliable and independent sort of person, someone who is able to do well in practically any kind of job. We had a good time together and we hope to see you again in the future, you can come around… read more
(Excellent
)
8 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Belen) for host
Ciao Sandro e Vilma! I am very very thankful about those weeks there. Everything was so special, we were making different things: weeding, cleaning the surroundings and the vegetables garden at Vilma's home, cooking and learning delicious recipes, sharing the dinner outside in front of the beautiful mountains, singing, playing music (even that… read more
30 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ira)
Hi Ira, we have been very happy to host you, you are such a lovely person, very quiet, but also very lively at times, full of positive energy, an independent and sport y woman. You did any kind of jobs outside and inside with a lot of care and with gratitude for what you thought to be a fair exchange. You really have a deep sense of justice. We… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ira) for host
Ah, it's hard to find words to describe this place. I spent about two weeks at Sandro's and it was a very special experience for me. Very fast after my arrival I fell in love with the place and with Sandro and Vilma. I think it's impossible not to. The surroundings are so beautiful, I could stare at the horizon for a long-long-long time, feeling… read more
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2 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Clara & Mercedes) for host
Ciao Sandro e Vilma!!
This is Clara and Mercedes. We are writing this review a little bit late as we stayed with you in June but we wanted to show our appreciation one more time.
We recommend 100% staying in the amazing Liguria with these amazing hosts. The experience has been super enriching from gardening, cooking (lessons by Vilma:), yoga… read more
This is Clara and Mercedes. We are writing this review a little bit late as we stayed with you in June but we wanted to show our appreciation one more time.
We recommend 100% staying in the amazing Liguria with these amazing hosts. The experience has been super enriching from gardening, cooking (lessons by Vilma:), yoga… read more
20 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Belen)
Hello Belen, thank you for your good feedback. You have been a very positive presence at our homes, always ready and happy to help, you are a very reliable and independent sort of person, someone who is able to do well in practically any kind of job. We had a good time together and we hope to see you again in the future, you can come around… read more
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Belen) for host
Ciao Sandro e Vilma! I am very very thankful about those weeks there. Everything was so special, we were making different things: weeding, cleaning the surroundings and the vegetables garden at Vilma's home, cooking and learning delicious recipes, sharing the dinner outside in front of the beautiful mountains, singing, playing music (even that… read more
30 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ira)
Hi Ira, we have been very happy to host you, you are such a lovely person, very quiet, but also very lively at times, full of positive energy, an independent and sport y woman. You did any kind of jobs outside and inside with a lot of care and with gratitude for what you thought to be a fair exchange. You really have a deep sense of justice. We… read more
(Excellent)
17 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ira) for host
Ah, it's hard to find words to describe this place. I spent about two weeks at Sandro's and it was a very special experience for me. Very fast after my arrival I fell in love with the place and with Sandro and Vilma. I think it's impossible not to. The surroundings are so beautiful, I could stare at the horizon for a long-long-long time, feeling… read more
9 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxim & Maryna)
Hello Maxim and Maryna, it has been very nice to have you here, you have been excellent at everything you have done for us, because you are both very skilled and accurate. We really enjoyed your company as you brought a lot of good energy and positivity along with you. We would highly recommend to anyone to host this wonderful couple. Thank you… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maxim & Maryna) for host
Dear Alessandro and Vilma,
Salutation to the Sun!
Salutation to all of You!
We thank you for our amazing 2 weeks time that we spent in Liguria.
We will always remember our Fullmoon party, thousands of fireflies in Liguria and 2 hour yoga classes at the second part of the day.
We enjoyed helping in a variety of things, whether in the vegetable… read more
Salutation to the Sun!
Salutation to all of You!
We thank you for our amazing 2 weeks time that we spent in Liguria.
We will always remember our Fullmoon party, thousands of fireflies in Liguria and 2 hour yoga classes at the second part of the day.
We enjoyed helping in a variety of things, whether in the vegetable… read more
19 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (DAVIDE)
Thank you very much Davide for your cooperation, your active approach to everyday life, your availability and skill to do any kind of activity, your care for the host's needs. We spent happy evenings playing guitar and singing together. It has been a pleasure to have you with us and we will be happy to host you again in the future.
(Excellent)
17 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (DAVIDE) for host
This was my first workaway experience and it has been just amazing! Sandro and Vilma were so kind and welcoming, a wonderful couple. I'll never forget Sandro's wise teaching about yoga, philosophy (mostly Pitagora and Socrate) and his dreams, and Vilma's recipes and vegetable garden skills. The place was so beautiful and peaceful with wonderful… read more
16 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (JEAN-CHRISTOPHE)
Thank you Jean Christophe. You have been one of the best workawayers we have ever had, always very careful to meet every need, always smiling, very good at doing practically anything that was required, excellent musician and singer. We really appreciate your qualities and your company. We would be really pleased to see you again sometimes in the… read more
(Excellent)
10 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (JEAN-CHRISTOPHE) for host
Thank you so much Alessandro and Vilma for your hospitality! 5 stars are not enough for this host, it is by far the best Workaway experience I have had. I have never felt so good, so accepted and listened to.
Sandro lives in a beautiful place with a breathtaking 360 degree view. The place is quiet and pleasant. Although the house is quite… read more
Sandro lives in a beautiful place with a breathtaking 360 degree view. The place is quiet and pleasant. Although the house is quite… read more
20 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Silvia) for host
A very enriching experience; as soon as I arrived, I felt welcomed and relaxed, in a place surrounded by woods and silence. The work I was involved in, didn't require so much effort and lasted just a few hours a day.
Thanks Alessandro and Vilma for making me feel part of your path, for sharing with me words, silences, yoga, music, time around the… read more
Thanks Alessandro and Vilma for making me feel part of your path, for sharing with me words, silences, yoga, music, time around the… read more
4 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Noemi)
Grazie Noemi per il tuo prezioso aiuto, la tua allegra compagnia, la tua capacità di essere vicina alle persone con molta discrezione e molto affetto, pur essendo una nuova conoscenza sei riuscita a condividere con noi ogni cosa con intensità. Sarai sempre benvenuta. Un forte abbraccio Sandro e Vilma
(Excellent)
20 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Noemi) for host
La mia prima esperienza con workaway sul Monte Bardellone e stato una gioia. Il posto era meraviglioso e particolare. Un silenzio e una pace unici. Due gatti adorabili, le capre e pecore dei vicini venivano a trovarci quasi ogni giorno.
Stavo gli per 7 settimane. Mi sentivo a casa con Sandro e Vilma e come parte di loro. Una copia molto… read more
Stavo gli per 7 settimane. Mi sentivo a casa con Sandro e Vilma e come parte di loro. Una copia molto… read more
17 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Shinnosuke) for host
Ciao! Alessandro and Vilma!
But I wrote also letter, the all experiences are my treasure in my life.
I'm looking for job in Denmark now, it's not easy. But I always keep "Vai Avanti":laughing:
I can't write all here. So anyway,
Grazie mille! Vi voglio bene!!!!!
Shin from Japan
But I wrote also letter, the all experiences are my treasure in my life.
I'm looking for job in Denmark now, it's not easy. But I always keep "Vai Avanti":laughing:
I can't write all here. So anyway,
Grazie mille! Vi voglio bene!!!!!
Shin from Japan
6 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jenny)
Jenny, you have been a sometimes silent but always pleasent presence in our home, a very sensitive girl, pets friend, nature lover: your appreciation of our place was encouraging for us. You accepted to do any job you were asked to do and you have been a great help in fixing the road. We hope to see you again in the future, thank you for what you… read more
(Excellent)
5 Aug 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jenny) for host
You won't find any material luxuries in Sandro's place but the most magnificent views, extrem tranquillity and fantastic locations for meditation and yoga. (The house has it's own chapel and is surrounded by nature.) Sandro and his girlfriend Vilma are a super cute couple. They'll make you smile. We had hilarious conversations, great food and… read more
6 Aug 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Mario)
Mario, sei stato un volontario di grande aiuto, sempre attento ad ogni dettaglio, molto disponibile ed affidabile, sempre sorridente e sereno, discreto, un'ottima compagnia. Ti aspettiamo prossimamente da noi. Grazie per il tuo contributo.
(Excellent)
27 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Mario) for host
Sono stato a Bardellone per circa 3 settimane.
Settimane trascorse in un luogo pieno di pace e serenità.
Sandro e Vilma sono due Hosts magnifici, capaci di farti sentire a casa fin dal primo giorno.
Grazie per le giornate trascorse insieme, l'ottimo cibo e le lunghe chiacchierate.
Grazie per le serate passate davanti al fuoco, per le lezioni di… read more
Settimane trascorse in un luogo pieno di pace e serenità.
Sandro e Vilma sono due Hosts magnifici, capaci di farti sentire a casa fin dal primo giorno.
Grazie per le giornate trascorse insieme, l'ottimo cibo e le lunghe chiacchierate.
Grazie per le serate passate davanti al fuoco, per le lezioni di… read more
28 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Miguel)
Ciao Miguel, sei stato per noi un aiuto provvidenziale, in un momento difficile, hai saputo esserci vicino con il tuo occhio attento, la tua grande disponibilità a fare qualsiasi tipo di attività e la tua unica capacità di adattamento a tutte le situazioni! Il tuo fantastico modo di essere sempre positivo e di saper apprezzare ciò che c'è di… read more
(Excellent)
28 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Miguel) for host
Tanti saluti, Sandro and Vilma.
I do not know how to start giving you thanks for the amazing experience I have enjoyed with you.
Thank you, Sandro, for accepting me into your home. That house in the middle of the nature, that you built with so much love and care. The possibility to walk in the forest, in that winter landscape. All the delicious… read more
I do not know how to start giving you thanks for the amazing experience I have enjoyed with you.
Thank you, Sandro, for accepting me into your home. That house in the middle of the nature, that you built with so much love and care. The possibility to walk in the forest, in that winter landscape. All the delicious… read more
15 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lauren) for host
Hi Alessandro and Vilma!
There was so much to love about my stay at this beautiful place! The view was breathtaking and if you love hiking, there are many paths from the house that let you wander about the mountains. As for the work, it's really reasonable if not quite fun at times. I think in part that's because Sandro and Vilma are such… read more
There was so much to love about my stay at this beautiful place! The view was breathtaking and if you love hiking, there are many paths from the house that let you wander about the mountains. As for the work, it's really reasonable if not quite fun at times. I think in part that's because Sandro and Vilma are such… read more
24 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Norman & Melissa)
Norman and Mel are two great artist and very nice couple clever and kind.they are adventurous in the life and opened to understand everithing happening in existence.with music and songs they take happy energy where they are thank for everithing to both
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Norman & Melissa) for host
Hi Sandro and Wilma, These two are something special! we stayed here two weeks last year and not only did we enjoy our stay, the work and the company, but Sandro is a fountain of wisdom and we talked and sang so much!
This haven is isolated so you must be prepared to be far from everything. you can walk down the mountain to the sea, and there are… read more
This haven is isolated so you must be prepared to be far from everything. you can walk down the mountain to the sea, and there are… read more
10 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
It has been a pleasure to have Maria by me.she is a nice active girl who in the future can be very useful to people with her capacity and qualities.she has taken care of the people who were in the house always showing findness and intelligence.i will be happy if she would decide to come back to my place.auguri e buon viaggio Maria
(Excellent)
7 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
Meraviglioso! I came completely unprepared and with a yoga mat in my bag and left with experiences I couldn't have hoped for. Alessandro is a wonderful and very generous host, character and teacher. The physical work to do was more than reasonable, and besides Alessandro was always happy to help me improve my italian skills, introducing me into… read more
3 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (caracal)
Vaclav has been a vey good volunteer.he has a lot of experience for his particular life both in work than in psichical field thank also to his experience in meditation and zen practice.he has had no fear of heavy work when necessary and has always shown attention to the need of the house.i thank him and hope to have again by me.
(Excellent)
2 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (caracal) for host
I stayed at this place for 20 days. Everything I can say is thanks to Alessandro for his hospitality and his always kind attention. So, some work without pressure, some meditation and some singing. Nice moments of silence and interesting talks. A real place of love and understanding.
2 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Egor)
Has been a pleasure to have Egor with us.he helped us a lot doing hard work which not every people wold have done.strong fight against brumbles and wild vegetation.and he has also been a great cooker of delicious russian breakfast and meals.very kind person always careful of any necessity.we hope to have him again
(Excellent)
30 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Egor) for host
It was a wonderful time! I spent almost a month in this place and enjoyed the wonderful views around the amazing vegetarian food and wonderful sea. This is a place for those who want to find harmony and unity with nature! if you a beginner in yoga, that to you can help by experienced mentors Alessandro and Vilma. The house is not far from the sea,… read more
18 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Maruša)
Me and my partner Vilma have been happy to have Marusa with us.she is a beatiful kind and lovely young woman who takes much care of everione is around her.i think she can be very useful in many situations for the good energy she has.thank you Marusa
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2016
Left by Workawayer (Maruša) for host
This was a wonderful experience! I stayed with Alessandro for 10 days and I didn't want to leave. The property is very nice, peaceful, and quite remote; perfect for those searching for a place to live a simple life in nature and reflect on yourself. I did sunrise meditations with Alessandro almost every morning and if you are interested, you can… read more
9 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Bruno)
Bruno is a very good person with a lot of knowledge in alternative disciplines and has a special sensitivity he is very careful of everithing around him for helping people.in the work is able and takes to the end in a good way whatever is required to him.i hope to have him again in another occasion
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Bruno) for host
I spend about 15 days in your place, and was wonderful turn my yoga pratice deeper. It is a good place to people that want to develop discipline in meditation. Sometimes the work is hard but you can do it in your time and of a easy way. Sandro and Vilma are special and wise people. They have a lot of knowledge about a lot of subjects. In the house… read more
21 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Mirel)
Mirel has been a very good helper in anything.we had many simpathic conversation about preistorical times and she has been available also to help friends of mine.i am much grateful to her and hope to see her again
(Excellent)
19 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mirel) for host
I spent two weeks volunteering with Sandro at end of May / beginning of June. Mostly I was at Sandro's remote house perched on a peaceful hilltop. I also spent some days at Vilma's place in Val Fontanabuona, and Sandro generously lent me the use of his apartment in Genoa's old town for two nights!!
As we were enveloped by a thick fog and heavy… read more
As we were enveloped by a thick fog and heavy… read more
21 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (avibrendon) for host
(Sorry this is about a year late) Alessandro was a fantastic host!! I was there in the summer for almost a month and had a very fulfilling time – The help was very satisfying, and the view of the Med from my bedroom window, as well as meditating in idyllic surroundings made it more than worth it. The beach is just a hike away, but Sandro was so… read more
4 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Armando) for host
I spent 10 days with Alessandro and since the first moment I thought I had found the place. I Really enjoyed this place, between in the mountains and with the view to the ocean, just amazing ! Every day I received the light of the morning and the sunset since the window of my room, just thinking how wonderful is the life.
I helped them to… read more
I helped them to… read more
25 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Gábor) for host
I spent 4 weeks with Sandro and it was fantastic. His farm is on a mountain with a beautiful view of the seaside and the sunset and on the other side you can enjoy the landscape of the Appenines and the sunrise. I really enjoyed the yoga lessons and the meditations and also the meals with Sandro and Vilma. I learnt a lot about the fantastic… read more
4 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Mayuko) for host
I really loved this place and staying with Alessandro and other workers:) The view from top of the mountain was gorgeous. I think I saw sunset almost everyday. Food was great and chapel for medtation was beautiful. Sometimes I cooked and cleaned the house but most of the time I worked outside, which was't too hard. We could go down to the town… read more
25 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Arron) for host
This is a beautiful part of Italy, the view from the house is amazing- there are mountains, forests and you can see right out to sea, it is great for artists like myself. I enjoyed most of the work such as wood chopping and was able to explore, play my guitar and enjoy the beaches. Alessandro is a very interesting host and great cook, I felt much… read more
4 Dec 2013
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
I absolutely loved this place, and i cannot recomend to give this place a visit highly enough! I only stayed for about 10 days, but i felt really healthy and recharged after staying with Alessandro in the mountains. Alessandro is a lovely lovely man with a big heart and a lovely smile.. If you are interested he will teach you about yoga and… read more
15 Oct 2013
Left by Workawayer (Ewa) for host
Although it is already a bit windy in October, nature delights (chestnuts,mushrooms, garden herbs, green tomatoes), chimney warms up and morning meditation calms down and helps to live mindfully. It is a good place if you want to slow down and change your negative habits. You can run your own project (f.ex. stone wall) if the important work is… read more
22 Sep 2013
Left by Workawayer (Erny) for host
A surreal meditation space where I spent part of my Europe adventure 2013. It is just a short 20 mins drive away from Levanto town.
Alessandro took a very good care of me and taught me so much on what matters in life. It is a very supporting environment to pursue your meditation practice and be close with nature.
I enjoy every bit of the… read more
Alessandro took a very good care of me and taught me so much on what matters in life. It is a very supporting environment to pursue your meditation practice and be close with nature.
I enjoy every bit of the… read more
