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Dear All,
We are building a mixed team of 6 people for 5 weeks : 11th February - 15th March 2024, to help with a variety of land and building based projects .
We have just one male place left open, all the other places have now been filled. The location is a spectacular - an ancient dry stone walled olive grove on the lower slopes of the Monte Pisano over looking Pisa, The Leaning Tower and The Mediterranean Sea. During the season we operate as an eco friendly farmhouse holiday business. The location is truly awe inspiring.
Over the course of the 5 weeks we will be olive tree pruning, dry stone wall building, path building, allotment planting & gardening, window and shutter painting, fence setting & road laying. Any prior experience in any of these tasks is very much welcomed but not strictly essential.
Hi, My name is Colin, my partner is Luisa and our son is Max and he's 21 years old and at university. We've lived here for 22 years - we love it ! We upped sticks from London to start a new life and don't regret that for a minute. We love life, we love people, we love what we do. We farm olives on a small scale - completely organic - on 4 hectares of terraced hillside. We have an allotment. We have fruit trees. We are surrounded by forest above and fields below. We have a small holiday business that pays the bills. We have guests from all over the world. When we're not looking after the holiday business, we love to play music - we've built a cool recording studio in an old animal shed.
We love the land and we love to share this beautiful place. Being a beautiful place it needs love and attention and we ask for hands from time to time to help out. In exchange for the help you'll learn some cool skills which will help you in your travels and more and you hang out in an amazing place meeting amazing people from all over the world !
Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre
Aide avec des éco-projets
Jardinage
Bricolage et construction
Aide dans une ferme
Entretien général
Objectifs de développement durable de l’ONU que cet hôte essaie d'atteindre
Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre
Travellers benefit from spending time in a beautiful place, meeting people from all over the world, learning lovely skills like olive picking and pruning, responsible fire making, dry stone wall building, Italian cooking etc etc - all skills that can help them travel and offer worthwhile help on the way! If there are any musicians - we have a cool recording studio - great fun laying down a live track after a day in the olive grove. If you meditate, there is a cave - sit inside the mountain and get in touch with yourself. Great walking trails in the hills with fabulous roaming forested countryside.
Projets impliquant des enfants
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Aide
Hi, We own and run a lovely holiday business, recording studio and hillside olive farm in Tuscany on the hills just outside Pisa. It's divine, it's paradise, it's hard work - here and there ! We need help in the autumn and the spring to harvest the olives, clear land, plant trees, rebuild dry stone walls, prune the olive trees, cut the grass, paint a few fences and general maintenance jobs here and there. We like to host teams of people so if you traveling with a mate or two, even better! If you have any of these skills - cool - if not - no problem - we'll teach you. Get in touch - thanks!
Langues
Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Français: Courant
Italien: Courant
Allemand: Intermédiaire
Espagnol: IntermédiaireCet hôte propose un échange linguistique
I speak English and Italian, as Italian is similar to Spanish, it would interest me to have the opportunity to learn some Spanish !
Hébergement
Very comfortable. We offer travellers two beautifully restored and very well equipped farmhouses that are used in the holiday season for guests the world over. You get to stay in your own farmhouse which has two big bedrooms, two bathrooms, large kitchen, spacious lounge. You share the bedrooms. Females in one room, males in another. Everyone gets their own bed. Outside we have an original wood fired stone build pizza oven - learn how to make top pizzas - very cool. The place has decent Wifi, Smart TV, gorgeous views, amazing location - we can see The Leaning Tower of Pisa which is 10 kms away from here and The Mediterranean Sea. We're close to Pisa & Lucca, an hour from Florence and 30 minutes from the beach.
Autres infos...
We don't ask people to do more than 5 hours a day 5 days out of 7 tops, we might ask for just a few extra hours in special cases, so there is plenty of time out and loads to see and do. We are just a 20 minute bus ride from Pisa and Lucca and an hours train journey to Florence. We are 30 minutes from the coast and the beaches are fantastic. All of these are amazing places - must sees - absolutely! We are located on the Monti Pisani - great hillside walking - old castles, birdwatching, nature trails - right outside the door!
Informations complémentaires
Accès Internet
Accès Internet limité
Nous avons des animaux
Nous sommes fumeurs
Familles bienvenues
Possibilité d’accueillir les digital nomads
Hi, we’ve got stable cable based internet about 16 Gig a second. Good for videos and some smart working. Heavy files get sent overnight.
Espace pour garer des vans
A small VW type camper an works fine, big ones no. You’ll gave access to running water, electricity and a safe parking place - you’re welcome!
Combien de volontaires pouvez-vous accueillir ?
Plus de 2
Nombre d'heures attendues
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
N° de référence hôte : 428954877391
Feedback (42)
17 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maurice)
Maurice is one of those rare people that you would always want in your boat at all times. Not only could he build the boat, but he could also skipper the boat and learn how to fish and find the nearest island with fresh water and food in abundance ! What an excellent human being. One to give you hope that the future of the human race is not doomed… read more
(Excellent
)
2 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Maurice) pour l'hôte
The 5 weeks I spent with Colin and Louisa was some of the most important time in my life to date. They welcomed us all with open arms and we became a part of their family for the duration of our stay. We had stimulating tasks, delicious food and ample lengthy conversation over coffee and wine. Colin is an excellent leader with a great ability to… read more
2 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alicja)
Alicja is a star! She has the sunniest disposition on the planet and is a joy to work with. Once set up with the instructions and the know how then Alicja helps diligently, carefully and with a good eye for the end beauty of a task well done. She is strong, fit and very capable. She has a caring heart and is good in a team. Should Alicja knock on… read more
(Excellent
)
1 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Alicja) pour l'hôte
I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible experience I had during my month-long stay at Colin’s and Louisa’s. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. Their friendliness, approachability, and genuine hospitality created an environment where I felt comfortable and appreciated throughout my stay.
The team of… read more
The team of… read more
2 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maureen)
Maureen is a natural amongst humans. She mucks in, gets on, does, helps and laughs. She's a keen eye, an honest work ethic, a good chef and a fine team member. It was a real pleasure hosting her and I would gladly offer her a place in the future.
(Excellent
)
1 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Maureen) pour l'hôte
I had a very positive workaway experience with Colin and Louisa in Tuscany Italy!
They were both very warm and inviting. Their farmhouses were very comfortable, clean and well maintained. The view of the village below was breathtaking!
We ate well-the olive oil, bread, pasta was delicious!
I was able to travel on the weekends to Lucca, Florence,… read more
They were both very warm and inviting. Their farmhouses were very comfortable, clean and well maintained. The view of the village below was breathtaking!
We ate well-the olive oil, bread, pasta was delicious!
I was able to travel on the weekends to Lucca, Florence,… read more
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Échange culturel:
(4.8)
Communication:
(5.0)
17 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maurice)
Maurice is one of those rare people that you would always want in your boat at all times. Not only could he build the boat, but he could also skipper the boat and learn how to fish and find the nearest island with fresh water and food in abundance ! What an excellent human being. One to give you hope that the future of the human race is not doomed… read more
(Excellent
)
2 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Maurice) pour l'hôte
The 5 weeks I spent with Colin and Louisa was some of the most important time in my life to date. They welcomed us all with open arms and we became a part of their family for the duration of our stay. We had stimulating tasks, delicious food and ample lengthy conversation over coffee and wine. Colin is an excellent leader with a great ability to… read more
2 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alicja)
Alicja is a star! She has the sunniest disposition on the planet and is a joy to work with. Once set up with the instructions and the know how then Alicja helps diligently, carefully and with a good eye for the end beauty of a task well done. She is strong, fit and very capable. She has a caring heart and is good in a team. Should Alicja knock on… read more
(Excellent
)
1 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Alicja) pour l'hôte
I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible experience I had during my month-long stay at Colin’s and Louisa’s. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. Their friendliness, approachability, and genuine hospitality created an environment where I felt comfortable and appreciated throughout my stay.
The team of… read more
The team of… read more
2 avr. 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Maureen)
Maureen is a natural amongst humans. She mucks in, gets on, does, helps and laughs. She's a keen eye, an honest work ethic, a good chef and a fine team member. It was a real pleasure hosting her and I would gladly offer her a place in the future.
(Excellent
)
1 avr. 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Maureen) pour l'hôte
I had a very positive workaway experience with Colin and Louisa in Tuscany Italy!
They were both very warm and inviting. Their farmhouses were very comfortable, clean and well maintained. The view of the village below was breathtaking!
We ate well-the olive oil, bread, pasta was delicious!
I was able to travel on the weekends to Lucca, Florence,… read more
They were both very warm and inviting. Their farmhouses were very comfortable, clean and well maintained. The view of the village below was breathtaking!
We ate well-the olive oil, bread, pasta was delicious!
I was able to travel on the weekends to Lucca, Florence,… read more
18 mars 2024
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Kaur)
Kaur is a great guy. He is highly intelligent and has a natural gift for all things practical. He has a high sense of quality in everything he does. Whilst staying with us, Kaur built a brand new garden gate like an expert. He restored an old teak table and chairs. It looks like new.. He sanded and painted windows, poolside wooden decking, and… read more
(Excellent
)
17 mars 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Kaur) pour l'hôte
Colin and Luisa are very very kind and excellent hosts. You will feel like at home from the very first day and they will treat you as a friend. Colin is sweet, always ready to help, hardworking and an amazing cook. He makes his own bread and you will become addicted to it. Can’t forget the delicious olive oil from their very own garden. Colin goes… read more
18 mars 2024
Laissé par le workawayer (Norn) pour l'hôte
I had a great time. The accomodation was very comfortable, we stayed in one of the houses they rent to tourists in the summer. It very quickly felt like home to me. The group of people which I stayed there with was great, Colin picked well! I enjoyed the work, light carpentry, painting and odd jobs around the holiday houses, and when the weather… read more
3 juin 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Arthur) pour l'hôte
Heyyyy so it's already been a month since I stayed with Colin and Louisa and wow, what an experience it was !
During my week there I had the opportunity to live with five other solo travelers and get to know them living together in our own little home. It is a very special workaway and social experience that you can find on that hill. Between the… read more
During my week there I had the opportunity to live with five other solo travelers and get to know them living together in our own little home. It is a very special workaway and social experience that you can find on that hill. Between the… read more
16 mai 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Brandon)
Brandon is a great guy. Honest, good fun, compassionate and capable. He set about the tasks with energy and care. He has an artistic touch which is just what’s needed for these types of activities.
We would happily welcome Brandon back anytime.
We would happily welcome Brandon back anytime.
(Excellent
)
16 mai 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Brandon) pour l'hôte
I spent a week volunteering on Colin & Luisa’s beautiful home in the hills and it was an all-round amazing experience. Colin & Luisa are both thoroughly lovely and interesting people that were always a joy to spend time around. Off the bat everyone felt right at home and our hosts went above and beyond to accommodate us, even regularly preparing… read more
16 mai 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Koen)
Koen is great person to be around. Capable, sincere, intelligent and good fun. He has a natural gift for doing the right thing in the right way. A great team player. Should he knock on your door then let him in !
(Excellent
)
16 mai 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Koen) pour l'hôte
wow what an experience this has been to say the least, Colin and Louisa where really lovely people with a big heart for the workawayers. Learned some new skills like Pruning and grasscutting with the wippasnippa that can always be usefull. Also made some delicous pizza's with Colin in the pizza oven with the most italian vieuw possible, i will… read more
14 mai 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Grace) pour l'hôte
Thank you so so much Luisa and Colin for one of the best weeks of my life.
I cannot fault my workaway experience. The people were amazing, the food was delicious, the location was superb… overall a 10/10 week.
Colin and Luisa were very generous and let us use their music studio. Many good jam sessions were had (the soprano sax will be dearly… read more
I cannot fault my workaway experience. The people were amazing, the food was delicious, the location was superb… overall a 10/10 week.
Colin and Luisa were very generous and let us use their music studio. Many good jam sessions were had (the soprano sax will be dearly… read more
13 mai 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Ahlia)
Ahlia is highly capable, practical and intuitively engaged with all that confronts her. She has a quick grasp of the needs and requirements of all the work we undertook. Olive tree pruning, grass cutting, the handling of the various tools - all first class.
Ahlia is both a natural leader and a great team player.
I would absolutely recommend her.
Ahlia is both a natural leader and a great team player.
I would absolutely recommend her.
(Excellent
)
13 mai 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Ahlia) pour l'hôte
it was really lovey to stay with Colin and Luisa at their beautiful property and learning how to work with olive trees. I will never look at an unpruned olive tree the same again, thank you so much :)
3 avr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Krishna)
Krishna restores your faith in the essential goodness of human nature! She is good to the bone. Krishna is bright, energetic, sincere and highly capable. She works diligently, carefully and skilfully. She wishes to understand the theory and the mechanics of each task so that when she sets about her work, it is done thoroughly and confidently and… read more
(Excellent
)
22 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Krishna) pour l'hôte
It is with great pleasure that I write this recommendation for Colin and Luisa. I left their place about 5 days ago, with a heart full of joy. It was my first work away, and my first time travelling solo. I was nervous and a bit scared about what the experience would be like, but I cannot thank my lucky stars enough for being hosted by them for 2… read more
3 avr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Mauricio)
Mauricio would be in my boat, in my balloon, spaceship or submarine as he is a man for all seasons and occasions. He knows what is needed before you even say it. And then, he sets about any job with skill, intelligence, craft and enthusiasm. He is a leader. He is also a very sociable guy and great fun to be around. He knows how to use the heavy… read more
(Excellent
)
22 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Mauricio) pour l'hôte
Caro Colin e Luisa, non ho parole sufficienti per ringraziarvi per queste due settimane che abbiamo lavorato insieme, tanto tempo fa non sentivo il cuore così completo.
Ogni giorno di lavoro erano nuove esperienze, nuove conversazioni profonde e nuovi apprendimenti di vita.
Senza dubbio mi hanno insegnato che tutto è possibile e che l'energia… read more
Ogni giorno di lavoro erano nuove esperienze, nuove conversazioni profonde e nuovi apprendimenti di vita.
Senza dubbio mi hanno insegnato che tutto è possibile e che l'energia… read more
3 avr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alan )
Alan is a great guy! He is very intelligent, great company, curious and a quick learner. He is hard working and a credit to himself and to any situation in which he finds himself. He wants to learn, he listens and he applies very skilfully all that he has been taught. He is very creative, handles tools well, and conducts himself with confidence… read more
(Excellent
)
23 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Alan ) pour l'hôte
This was my first workaway experience and the truth is it could not have been better. At first I was very nervous about what my first experience would be like, but Colin and Luisa are a very friendly couple and they make you feel at home from the moment you arrive at the house. I spent almost a month where I met spectacular people with whom I… read more
3 avr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alok)
Alok is great guy! He is highly intelligent and before he sets about a task, he wants to understand the requirements. We would discuss the various aspects of each particular job and he would ask intelligent questions and provide excellent comments which demonstrated his ability to understand the needs and then he would invariably set about the… read more
(Excellent
)
27 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Alok) pour l'hôte
I stayed for two weeks. Looking back, I wish I had stayed longer and I imagine that for the rest of my life I will look back fondly at the memories that I created during my time here. To begin with, the property itself is fantastic. Not only is the view tirelessly scenic, but the amenities provided by the hosts, Colin and Luisa, are amazing and we… read more
3 avr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Bruno Augusto)
Bruno é una stella! E' simpatico, genuino e sempre pronto a condividere un sorriso e la sua buon energia. E' stato un vero piacere condividere un mese con Bruno. Vuole aiutare. Vuole particpare, vuole capire quello che va fatto, ascolta attentamente e lavora bene. Bruno é stato apprezzato da tutti i membri dal gruppo. Ha una positività infetuoso!… read more
(Excellent
)
28 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Bruno Augusto) pour l'hôte
Assolutamente una delle migliore esperienza che ho vivito nella mia vita, sono restato nella fattoria di Colin e Luisa per 1 mese, è stato il mio primo workaway,nel primo giorno quando ho conosciuto il Colin, Luisa e tutte i ragazzi che stavano lì, ho sentito nel mio cuore una sensazione molto buona senza parole, come si già conosceva tutti, una… read more
3 avr. 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Rosie)
Rosie is a credit to herself, the human race and the entire planet. She is intelligent, creative, sincere, energetic and curious. Her manner is first class. She is a splendid team worker and, in truth, a natural leader and others in the group turn to her for counsel and guidance from time to time. She listens most attentively and applies her keen… read more
(Excellent
)
30 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Rosie) pour l'hôte
I cannot recommend staying with Colin and Luisa more highly. I stayed with them for two weeks in March. It was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t have asked for better! Each weekday we worked from 9am-2pm helping with whatever needed doing on their property. This could be anything from pruning the olive trees to painting fencing to… read more
18 mars 2023
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Shahil & Anna)
Shahil was a splendid member of the team. His natural patience, curiosity and quality of application was clearly in evidence in every task he set himself to. His modus operandi is impeccable. Shahil is also an excellent conversationalist and displays, good humour and a sincere moral centre.
We wish him well and is always welcome here !
Thanks… read more
We wish him well and is always welcome here !
Thanks… read more
(Excellent
)
16 mars 2023
Laissé par le workawayer (Shahil & Anna) pour l'hôte
I had the best possible first workaway experience with Colin and Louisa, an experience I feel so grateful to have had!
The work was varied and interesting, I had no previous experience with any of it but Colin was amazing at teaching us how to do the tasks and guiding us through them with patience. Over 3 weeks we pruned many olive trees,… read more
The work was varied and interesting, I had no previous experience with any of it but Colin was amazing at teaching us how to do the tasks and guiding us through them with patience. Over 3 weeks we pruned many olive trees,… read more
22 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Piotr) pour l'hôte
It seemed to be too perfect to be true but I have to say, after my 3 weeks period of living, helping and hanging around there - it was nothing but a pleasure. Me and other workawayers had a great time helping Colin as well as spending time after work on many different activities as hiking, going on adventures, visiting Pisa and Lucca on many… read more
22 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Chloé) pour l'hôte
I couldn’t have dreamed better for my first Workaway! Colin, Luisa and Max are wonderful hosts, very careful and full of humanity! I am grateful to have met them and to have lived this experience!
The work didn’t feel like work as it was always done in a good mood and with an amazing view of the region. This is indeed such a magnificient place to… read more
The work didn’t feel like work as it was always done in a good mood and with an amazing view of the region. This is indeed such a magnificient place to… read more
21 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Camilla) pour l'hôte
Come prima esperienza workaway non avrei potuto desiderare di meglio. Ho trascorso qui una settimana lavorando alla potatura degli ulivi e dedicandomi ad altre piccole attività insieme agli altri ragazzi. L'alloggio era pulito, ben curato e completo di ogni cosa. Colin è una persona meravigliosa, interessante, estremamente sensibile e attenta. Ha… read more
14 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Andrew) pour l'hôte
For my first workaway, I didn't know what to expect from this. From the second I met Colin, I could not have been happier. For the whole time I was there, we smiled, we laughed, we worked hard and most importantly, we all made friends for life! Most of this was down to the beautiful environment created by Colin, Luisa and Max. They were truly a… read more
12 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Nick) pour l'hôte
I had an absolutely pleasure working here for three weeks. It was my first WA trip, so I didn't know what to expect. Colin made it very comfortable as soon as we came and was a really great, patient host. The place is beautiful and the family is open and welcoming. The work was hard, but I enjoyed it.
Thank you Colin, Luisa and Max for a… read more
Thank you Colin, Luisa and Max for a… read more
9 mars 2022
Laissé par le workawayer (Cornelia) pour l'hôte
I stayed with Colin & Family for two weeks. The location is fantastic, the house and the rooms well equipped. This host is highly recommended. Colin and Luisa explain patiently, are very communicative, friendly, open-minded, listen, accept suggestions, excellent chefs, full of positive energy, attentive and respectful. In summary: For me the… read more
27 avr. 2021
Laissé par le workawayer (Arthur & Amanda) pour l'hôte
We have no words to describe how amazing our stay in here was! We went there expecting to stay for 10 days and ended up staying for 50 days, learning a lot about life and all its matters! Colin is a natural teacher, he has the ability and the enthusiasm to share all his knowledge about anything (really).
We were expecting to learn more about… read more
We were expecting to learn more about… read more
17 avr. 2021
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Arthur & Amanda)
Both Arthur and Amanda are amazing people. Calm, intelligent, fast learners with a natural sense of quality applied to any and every task. We have pruned olive trees, cut grass, stacked logs, cleared land, planted and landscaped the gardens around the holiday houses and swimming pool. We have restored furniture, painted windows and doors - in… read more
(Excellent
)
15 sept. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Maigi & Iris) pour l'hôte
What a wonderful place to escape this cold winter! We came here with no expectations and found something so special. Perfect sunsets, best hiking trails, oranges straight from the tree, home-baked bread, all the wonderful people from around the world and so much more.
Colin prepared delicious lunches for all of us and dined together with us every… read more
Colin prepared delicious lunches for all of us and dined together with us every… read more
9 avr. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Daphnée) pour l'hôte
I stayed here for 2 weeks. It was my first Workaway experience and what a good experience ! Colin, Luisa and Max are welcoming, kind and so generous. They are great chefs too. Cheesecake, pizza, risotto and many more ! Thank you sooo much to them !
Work was pleasant, thanks to the beautiful view around Toscana and precious advice from Colin. I… read more
Work was pleasant, thanks to the beautiful view around Toscana and precious advice from Colin. I… read more
19 mars 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Justin) pour l'hôte
I stayed at Colin's for close to two weeks at the end of February. It was my first Workaway experience and it was the perfect place to start at. I can't thank Colin and his family enough for all that they did for myself and the other workawayers. The guest house we stayed in was great, the food that Colin made for us every day was fantastic, and… read more
2 mars 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Undine & Shadi) pour l'hôte
I had a very pleasant stay at Louisas and Colins place with the other workawayers and woofers. The workload was just right and it was lots of fun learning how to prune the trees. The location is one of the prettiest I've ever been to and I would definitely go again. Thanks a lot
11 janv. 2020
Laissé par le workawayer (Paula) pour l'hôte
Working on Colin's olive farm was honestly the best decision I’ve made so far in my gap year. Colin was such a friendly, generous and outgoing host and I immediately felt comfortable staying there, even if it was only for one week. The work in the olive groves was tough but rewarding, because every afternoon it felt as if I (and we) had really… read more
22 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Matias) pour l'hôte
I satyed at Colin's place for two weeks during November. I had the chance to share this experience with other workawayers, all of them were really nice and I think we had an incredible time togheter, of course it's because Colin is an incredible cool man ! Always in a good mood, making jokes, he is super friendly. We use to share lunch and dinner.… read more
17 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (teriburdova) pour l'hôte
Staying at Colin’s was an amazing experience! The best place for my very first workaway. Colin and Luisa are really experienced with workaway so the communication was very fast and I had all the information I needed before going. The place itself is so beautiful with a full view of the city of Pisa (leaning tower included) and you can see as far… read more
12 déc. 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Roberto) pour l'hôte
I stayed at Colin's for two weeks in November. We were living in the holiday houses together with other workawayers from all over the world. The place and the atmosphere was simply amazing.
The working days were organised according to the weather, and we were mostly involved in olive trees pruning and carpentry/painting works helping the local… read more
The working days were organised according to the weather, and we were mostly involved in olive trees pruning and carpentry/painting works helping the local… read more
5 mai 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Santiago & Manuelita) pour l'hôte
We were in his beautiful house for a month. A wonderful stay Colins Luisa and Max are very friendly and fun.
We had a problem and Colins and his family did not hesitate to help us.
We live together with other Workawayers, we always have lunch together the delicious food prepared by Colins.
The house is beautiful, an incredible view, the rooms are… read more
We had a problem and Colins and his family did not hesitate to help us.
We live together with other Workawayers, we always have lunch together the delicious food prepared by Colins.
The house is beautiful, an incredible view, the rooms are… read more
15 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Noah) pour l'hôte
I had a wonderful three weeks here with Colin, his family, and the other Workawayers. The food is delicious (oh my the bread), the beds are so comfortable, the views are stunning, and the work is really enjoyable. The work was mostly pruning trees, painting shutters, and installing a grey water system to feed the olive trees (let me know if you… read more
12 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Vanessa) pour l'hôte
I had a really amazing time at Colin’s helping to fix up the holiday house area and prune olive trees. Colin and his family are very kind and the people I was at the workaway with were so lovely. The accomodations in their holiday homes are incredible and have everything you could need and more. The lunches prepared by Colin were so good and the… read more
12 mars 2019
Laissé par le workawayer (Leo) pour l'hôte
I stayed at Colin and Luisa's between February and March 2019, and my experience has set a very high benchmark for my first Workaway.
Colin and Luisa are some of the most lovely people I have ever met, with a lifestyle that seems to make them truly happy. Being taken in as part of their friendship circle and adopting their way of living made me… read more
Colin and Luisa are some of the most lovely people I have ever met, with a lifestyle that seems to make them truly happy. Being taken in as part of their friendship circle and adopting their way of living made me… read more
23 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Emily) pour l'hôte
I stayed at Colin's workaway for two weeks in November and it was amazing! It was only my second workaway, but it really set the bar high for what a workaway should be like. It was very social (there were 10 of us there during my time), and therefore made the work fun and exciting! We were building dry stone walls while there and it was really… read more
22 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Amy) pour l'hôte
Staying at Colin's B&B in the Tuscan hills was rewarding in a lot of senses. The work is hard, the setting is beautiful, the sunsets are picturesque, and the laughs, people and intellectual discussions really were priceless.
The accommodation is great and beds super comfortable, I was sharing a room with 2 other girls who felt like sisters to me… read more
The accommodation is great and beds super comfortable, I was sharing a room with 2 other girls who felt like sisters to me… read more
21 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Chris) pour l'hôte
I had an absolutely wonderful experience on this workaway. Colin embodied the perfect host. He was kind, thoughtful, interesting, and a genuine pleasure to work alongside. His place is in a gorgeous location in the Tuscan hills, but with good transport links to nearby cities like Lucca and Pisa. In all I good not have imagined a better experience… read more
20 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Hamish) pour l'hôte
This workaway is amongst the best I've been to yet, and has everything you could hope to find in a volunteer experience, thanks to Colin and his family. As well as a great location on the hills behind Pisa, with easy transport links to the cities of Pisa and Lucca, Colin has provided an environment with enjoyable and fulfilling work (learning how… read more
19 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Csilla) pour l'hôte
I spent near three weeks at Colin's Olive farm in November, December and as a volunteering experience was really awesome!
Learned a lot how to build walls , maintain the historical olive farm, why is it important and keep it in original conditions. Honestly the work was sometimes hard: digging, picking, moving rocks, pruning trees, but with… read more
Learned a lot how to build walls , maintain the historical olive farm, why is it important and keep it in original conditions. Honestly the work was sometimes hard: digging, picking, moving rocks, pruning trees, but with… read more
9 déc. 2018
Laissé par le workawayer (Marie Frank) pour l'hôte
I stayed at Colin's a couple of weeks in November - December, and I absolutely loved it!
Right from the first day, there was a super friendly vibe that continued throughout the whole time I spent there. We all made pizza in the pizza oven together, and Colin was interesting and fun to talk with.
Colin is a very driven man (he sure kickstarted a… read more
Right from the first day, there was a super friendly vibe that continued throughout the whole time I spent there. We all made pizza in the pizza oven together, and Colin was interesting and fun to talk with.
Colin is a very driven man (he sure kickstarted a… read more
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