A woman stands in a field, smiling, holding knitting needles with yarn, wearing a long skirt and sweater, surrounded by greenery and yellow flowers on a sunny day.
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The image depicts a small room with a bed, bookshelf, and wooden floor, featuring a cozy atmosphere with natural light and a sense of simplicity.
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The image shows a woman reading a book to two children on a couch, with a white blanket draped over the armrest.
The image features a small, round wooden table with a unique branch-like base, topped with a blue vase containing dried flowers, set against a neutral wall and carpeted floor.
The image depicts a ceiling with a circular skylight surrounded by various colored glass pebbles, set against a gray background.
The image features a wall adorned with an assortment of glass objects in various shapes and sizes, set against a beige background with a subtle texture.
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The image depicts three children playing on the roots of a large tree, with one child standing on the roots and two others sitting on them.
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Volunteer as if you were at home, sharing and living new experiences, as respectful of Nature as possible, South of Rome, Italy

  • Italy
  • Last activity : 19 Apr 2025

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  • Description

    Description

    My name is Silvia, I live with my two sons in a small house sourrounded by a nice garden/grounds with various fruit trees including mostly olive trees. We have 3 cats, 5 chickens and 2 turtles.
    I am an artisan, I work with different materials but actually I'm focusing on woodwork. I work in a carpentry near my home and I also have a little workshop/laboratory in my house.
    I am also an architect, even if it's not my main business anymore. My interest has been in ancient construction techniques and also ecological and sustainable architecture. Now I love inventing, designing and creating sustainable and ecological solutions for the houses we live in.
    I Love, practice and teach climbing for several years.
    I love being in nature and I try to find alternatives to a lifestyle that is not respectful of the planet Earth. . So I'm careful to consumption, reducing their waste, using non-polluting products etc. I try to create with our neighbors a network of mutual support to meet our needs and our pleasures and put into practice the gift economy.
    I am a feminist activist.
    Now I am involved in a feminist collective that deepen studies around freedom, ecology and modern democracy.
    I am also a spiritual seeker and I trained in feminist matriarchal shamanism.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I love sharing the space where I live and open it to persons travelling with which there is always a valuable exchange of knowledge and experiences. The territory where i live in very reach in Nature and historical site; i could bring the volunteers to know different naturalistic and archaeological places. The volunteers could learn about different arts and crafts, specially carpentry and also how to work with olives trees and others information on gardening, plants and use of plants. I speak pretty good Spanish, English and something French.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Generally speaking the help requested concerns the management of the House and grounds although there may be some specific things things required by the time the volunteer comes..

    So with regard to land the tasks depend on the season and the experiences of volunteers: Garden, pruning of trees, planting, grass cutting, cleaning, cutting firewood, arrangement of prunings and timber.

    As regards the House there may be to do maintenance or cleaning of the place or help in cooking. I would like to restaured a little depandance I have in the garden and also the wood wall of the laboratory space.
    I also need help with my children, taking care of them if I work or if I need to go out.
    Twice a month we do bread in the oven so even in this some help may be required.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    Spanish: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    French: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I am very interested to know and to speak different languages. Also i would like my sons could listen and learn new languages.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    In my house there is a little double bedroom ; in summer time also there is possible to put up a tent in the garden.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    My house is in the countryside south of Rome. From the House in 15 minutes walk to the station and by train in 40 minutes you will arrive in Rome.
    The place where i live is an area called Castelli Romani is an area very rich in history as evidenced by the many remains of temples and ancient buildings scattered in the territory. Near the House, there is a crater lake, Lake Nemi, bathing place frequented since ancient times, as evidenced by the remains of a temple dedicated to the goddess Diana. Other larger Lake is Lake of Castel Gandolfo surrounded by beautiful Woods. Very interesting are the walks you can do in the area high over the Lakes, mainly in wooded areas and very rich in history: a walk on the ancient Via Sacra, on Mount Artemisio, ai Pratoni del Vivaro for those who love horse riding. Another interesting note is the town of Ariccia, known for Fraschette where at night you eat pork and drink the wine of the Castelli Romani. Also from the House with a car in half an hour you reach the sea. in an hour you arrive at the Park of Monte Circeo, sea area and very beautiful.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    I have a good intenet connection, also in the volunteer's room.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    The space where is possible to park the caravan in quite good, plane, under the olives tree, with electricity.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    It depend by the pets, but we can speak about our needs.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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The image depicts a house with a large front yard and a driveway, featuring a two-story structure with a gable roof and a covered porch. The house is situated in a suburban neighborhood.
The image depicts a small room with a bed, bookshelf, and wooden floor, featuring a cozy atmosphere with natural light and a sense of simplicity.
The image depicts a room with a window, featuring a table and chairs, a bookshelf, and a fireplace, all situated within a house or building. The room is well-lit and has a warm atmosphere.
The image shows a woman reading a book to two children on a couch, with a white blanket draped over the armrest.
The image features a small, round wooden table with a unique branch-like base, topped with a blue vase containing dried flowers, set against a neutral wall and carpeted floor.
The image depicts a ceiling with a circular skylight surrounded by various colored glass pebbles, set against a gray background.
The image features a wall adorned with an assortment of glass objects in various shapes and sizes, set against a beige background with a subtle texture.
The image depicts a woman holding a child in a room with sewing equipment, surrounded by a window, door, and various objects on the floor and walls.
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The image depicts three children playing on the roots of a large tree, with one child standing on the roots and two others sitting on them.
The image shows a young girl with dark hair and a white shirt, standing in front of a tree, with a neutral expression on her face. The background is a natural setting.
The image depicts a person engaged in rock climbing, with a rope attached to their waist and a cliff in the background, conveying a sense of adventure and outdoor activity.
The image depicts a serene rocky shoreline, featuring large stones and smaller rocks, with three balanced stone sculptures in the foreground.
The image depicts a large tree with a thick trunk and sprawling branches, situated in a forest setting surrounded by rocks and lush greenery.
A woman stands in a field, smiling, holding knitting needles with yarn, wearing a long skirt and sweater, surrounded by greenery and yellow flowers on a sunny day.

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