Magical countryside retreat: animals and farm life in Mazzano Romano, Italy

Infos

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  Description

  *** Looking for workaways with technical know-how in carpentry / upholstery or electronic from mid September. ***
  
  Hi lovely Workawayers,
  
  we are Steffi (German) & Luca (Italian), together with our wonderful and friendly animal family (2 dogs, 3 cats, chickens and some horses). We live just north of Rome, in an area called Montegelato (which translates to “Icy Mountain”), named after the nearby waterfalls and their cold waters.
  
  Our home is set on a beautiful piece of land with horse fields, woods, and the “icy” river running down below. It’s truly a magical and peaceful place.
  
  We are looking, on one side, preferably for a couple or two friends who can take care of our animals and look after the property when we are away. On the other side, when we are here, we would love someone (or a couple) who enjoys helping us develop and improve our farm; for example by renovating the chicken coop, working in the vegetable garden, helping in the woods ecc…
  
  It’s important to us that you genuinely enjoy being around animals and spending time outdoors. We are looking for friendly, responsible, and attentive individuals who treat the land and the animals with love, care, and respect.
  
  If you are applying for the animal care & housekeeping role, experience with animals is essential; you should feel confident recognising when an animal may need attention or intervention.
  
  Workawayers will have their own fully equipped 50 sqm guesthouse, offering privacy and comfort. In your free time, you can enjoy the quiet surroundings, explore the beautiful area rich in Etruscan history, visit the Eternal City of Rome, or cool off with a swim in the river during the hot summer months.
  
  Please note that we live immersed in the countryside. We are not isolated, but the nearest town is 6 km away.
  
  For the animal care and housekeeping position, having access to a car would be preferable to allow you to move around more independently, do grocery shopping, and explore nearby areas.
  
  If you love animals, nature, and tranquillity, you will truly enjoy staying here.

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Jardinage

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Entretien général

  Garde de maison et d'animaux
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Soin des plantes

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Sports d’hiver

  

  Voile / bateau

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Langues

  

  Jardinage

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Animaux

  

  Nature
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  Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre

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  Qu'est-ce que c'est ?
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  You can experience authentic Italian countryside life, explore the area rich in Etruscan history, and visit Rome. At the same time, we are curious about your background, your ideas, and your skills.

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  Aide

  Daily tasks (15h/week) - Animal care & housesitting - period mid July to mid September:
  + Feeding the cats and dogs;
  + Providing fresh water for all animals, including the horses;
  + Carrying out daily health checks to ensure all animals are doing well;
  + Spending quality time with the dogs;
  + Watering the garden.
  
  We don’t need anyone to feed, clean, or ride the horses. They live on large pastures and manage themselves, with sufficient additional hay provided during the winter and dry summer months. However, a daily check of their health and water supply is required.
  
  Daily tasks (25h/week)- Farm Projects – March to mid July & mid September to November:
  + Creating a summer vegetable garden – planning, planting, and harvesting;
  + Cleaning and maintaining our woodland;
  + Renovating and reinstalling our chicken coop;
  + Creating a spiritual meeting space, including building a sweat lodge.

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  Langues parlées

  Allemand: Courant
  Anglais: Courant
  Italien: Courant
  Espagnol: Intermédiaire
  Français: Intermédiaire

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  Hébergement

  Our small and charming 50 sqm guest house offers a comfortable space to feel at home.
  You enter into a dining area with an open kitchen. On the left, is a small living room with an extendable sofa bed. The guest house also features a separate double bedroom and bathroom.
  Our guest house is a peaceful retreat where you can relax and enjoy your time off after a day of activities.
  
  Meals:
  For the animal & housekeeping role, you’ll have the freedom to prepare your own meals in the equipped kitchen.
  For farm helpers, we offer more flexibility. You can choose whether to join us for shared meals or prepare your own meals, with groceries provided at our expense.

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  Autres infos...

  House Rules:
  
  Respect the animals and nature
  + Always be gentle, calm, and attentive with the animals;
  + Clean up after yourself , keeping the property tidy;
  + Respect the plants, trees, and wildlife around the property.
  
  Guest house & common areas
  + Keep your living space clean and organized;
  + Remove dirty shoes inside the (guest) house if you prefer to keep it clean.
  + Switch off lights and electrical equipment when not in use.
  
  Food & kitchen
  + Animal & housekeeping helpers: please prepare your own meals and clean up afterward;
  + Farm helpers: please clean up after cooking if you cook for yourself or help with shared meals;
  + Always store food safely away to avoid attracting animals.
  
  Safety & general respect
  + Follow instructions when handling animals, equipment, or tools;
  + Inform us if something breaks or needs attention;
  + Respect privacy.
  
  Connectivity & community
  + Quiet hours in the evening: 10 PM – 8 AM to respect everyone’s rest;
  + We encourage sharing skills, stories, and cultural exchange, but respect each person’s downtime.
  
  Transportation & local travel
  + Lock bikes or vehicles when not in use;
  + If available, use the provided transport for grocery trips responsibly.

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  Informations complémentaires

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    Accès Internet

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    Accès Internet limité

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    Nous avons des animaux

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    Nous sommes fumeurs

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    Familles bienvenues

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  Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads

  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il aimait accueillir les digital nomads.

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  Espace pour garer des vans

  Cet hôte a de la place pour les vans.

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  Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?

  Deux

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  Mes animaux

  Kira e Kaos

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