Join our countryside home surrounded by nature and animals in Manoppello, Italy

Infos

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  Description

  We welcome Workawayers starting from September 15th, 2025.
  
  
  Welcome to the Casa – your home away from home in the Abruzzo countryside!
  
  Ciao! We are Sandro and Andrea, and together with our small animal family, we warmly welcome you to Casa – a peaceful home surrounded by nature, olive trees, and mountains in the beautiful region of Abruzzo.
  
  Sandro’s roots are deeply connected to Abruzzo – his father is originally from Manoppello, but Sandro himself was born and raised in Munich, Germany. With a background in gastronomy, he is a passionate host and cook, always ready to share good meals, stories, and laughter. He loves working with his hands, growing vegetables, and preserving old traditions – especially when it comes to food and hospitality.
  
  Andrea is German-born and deeply connected to the natural world. She has a big heart for animals and enjoys being outdoors – hiking, moving, and spending time in nature are her greatest joys. She loves making preserves, creating warm and cozy spaces, and caring for both people and animals with dedication and love.
  
  Together, we believe in living slowly, sharing generously, and creating meaningful connections with people from all over the world.
  
  In addition to our rural lifestyle, we also run a small Bed & Breakfast, which gives you the chance to experience hospitality, help us with light guest-related tasks (depending on the season), and meet people from all over the world.
  
  Our way of life is simple, sustainable, and rooted in the rhythms of nature. We are looking for friendly, motivated Workawayers who would like to support us in our daily tasks – in the spirit of help, learn, and share.
  
  What we ask of you:
  An open mind, a love for animals, and willingness to work with your hands. No prior experience needed – we’re happy to guide you.
  
  We aim for a fair exchange, and always try to adapt to individual preferences and strengths. Open communication, mutual respect, and shared values are important to us. You’ll be part of our daily rhythm – and we love to learn from each other.
  
  Languages we speak:
  German, Italian, and English. We welcome communication in any of these.
  
  If you’re curious about authentic Italian rural life, love nature, and enjoy learning by doing – we’d love to hear from you!
  
  
  What we ask of you:
  An open mind, a love for animals, and willingness to work with your hands. No prior experience needed – we’re happy to guide you
  
  Sandro & Andrea

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  Types d'aide et opportunités d'apprendre

  Pratique d’une langue

  Jardinage

  Bricolage et construction

  S’occuper des animaux

  Aide dans une ferme

  Aide à la maison

  Entretien général

  Aide informatique/internet

  Home sitting
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  Centres d’intérêt

  

  Politique/justice sociale

  

  Dev. durable

  

  Végétarien ou végan

  

  Dev. personnel

  

  Culture

  

  Animaux de compagnie

  

  Films et télé

  

  Ferme

  

  Événements/vie sociale

  

  Yoga / bien-être

  

  Randonnée

  

  Plage

  

  Nature

  

  Cyclisme

  

  Activités en plein air

  

  Fitness

  

  Animaux

  

  Langues

  

  Écriture

  

  Musique

  

  Cuisine et alimentation

  

  Bricolage / artisanat

  

  Jardinage

  

  Livres
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  Echange culturel et opportunités d'apprendre

  What you’ll find here:
  • A calm, cozy home in the countryside
  • Shared meals (often made with fresh ingredients from our garden)
  • Time for yourself, creativity, and cultural exchange
  
  Activities and experiences nearby:
  • Hiking in the Majella National Park
  • Swimming in clear mountain rivers or the Adriatic Sea (about 40 min away)
  • Exploring picturesque villages like Pacentro, Sulmona, Manoppello
  • Local festivals, traditional markets, and rural life
  • Food culture: from arrosticini to truffles

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  L’hôte offre un salaire correspondant au salaire minimum

  Cet hôte offre l'hébergement et une rémunération.

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  Aide

  How you can support us:
  • Feeding and caring for animals (chickens, dogs, cats, and sometimes other guests)
  • Gardening: sowing, planting, weeding, harvesting
  • Preserving food: pickling, drying, jarring fruits, vegetables, and olives
  • Occasional small renovation or creative projects, depending on the season
  • Light help with Bed & Breakfast tasks (e.g., preparing breakfast, tidying rooms – optional and light)
  
  Please note: Although we are a small, privately run Bed & Breakfast, we are offering a fair exchange for help with tasks related to the business.
  
  We offer free accommodation, a wage of €7 per hour, as well as one hot meal per day shared with us.
  
  We look forward to a cultural exchange and value open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.

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  Langues

  Langues parlées
  Allemand: Courant
  Anglais: Intermédiaire
  Italien: Intermédiaire

  Cet hôte propose un échange linguistique
  Cet hôte a indiqué qu’il souhaitait faire partager sa propre langue ou en apprendre une nouvelle.
  Contactez-le pour en savoir plus.
  
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  Hébergement

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  Your Accommodation at the Casa
  
  Workawayers stay in a neighboring house that is part of the Casa property. Sandro and Andrea live on the ground floor, and the upper floor is dedicated to our Workaway guests.
  
  There, you will find:
  • 3 private bedrooms – each Workawayer has their own room
  • A shared kitchen where you can cook or prepare snacks
  • A shared bathroom, used only by Workawayers
  
  If you’re looking for an even closer connection to nature, you are welcome to camp in the olive grove or sleep in our small caravan, which offers a rustic and peaceful experience surrounded by trees and birdsong.

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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 ?

  Plus de 2

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