Homestay Provincia di Siena, Italy

4.5
(54 reviews)54

Help us maintain this estate from 1354, once owned by the Templar

High demand host
This host has received 4 applications recently. We recommend you apply for other positions too.
Connect with international travelers
42 travelers recommend this host to meet travelers from all around the world
Connect with nature
41 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers
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What you offer

30h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Building & Repairing
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
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What you get

1

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
Private Room
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Breakfast
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Stay at least
2 weeks

The Experience

October/November: We need help preparing the olives for harvest, and harvesting Collecting wood for the winter. We need someone who can; * Do maintenance & re-lay the electrical wires & install a computer for the irrigation system * do basic cementing in the garden * plaster walls * sand & oil doors & windows * gardening work

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English
  • Between 18 and 60 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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54 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Homestay

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 42 Meeting international travelers
  • 41 Get in touch with nature
  • 27 Practicing English
  • 26 Immersing in the local culture
  • 24 Meeting locals
  • 15 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 32 15. Life on land
  • 19 3. Good health and well-being

Italy

5

Podere Sasso is a place that touched my heart in such a short time. I felt truly welcomed by the hosts and inspired by the volunteers and everything I lived there. Sharing moments, connecting with people, enjoying the nature, the food, and the energy of this place made me grow in many ways. I'll always carry this experience with a lot of gratitude.

29 days ago

Netherlands

5

I really loved the place and it felt amazing to enter the property. Its true what others say, Podero Sasso has something magical. Great for people who like nature and are not afraid to get their hands dirty, i liked the fact that you can organize your own working hours as long as you manage to do the 30hours a week. Also the people you work with are really kind , same goes for Raymond and his wife. They make you feel welcome and appreciated. About the food, you can make your own breakfast and the lunch and diner they provide is amazing. They take good care of you. 10/10 ❤️ cheers

about 1 month ago

United States

5

A great overall experience. I loved getting to work on the garden, the landscaping projects, and being at this property. What was originally going to be 2 weeks turned into 6 in the end!

about 1 month ago

United States

5

Well I'm still here after the original two weeks that I planned to stay here, and I've definitely enjoyed my time at Podere Sasso. The gardening, landscaping, and soil preparation we've been doing has been nice because I can see that we are chipping away at projects that are making a difference for the future. Ray, Ilaria, and crew work really hard, so it's inspiring to get motivated by their hard work they're doing as well. Great to be in nature with nice people, recommendable for sure.

3 months ago

Canada

5

I really enjoyed my time at Podere Sasso. The villa and property is absolutely stunning. The home has a few quirks but is a warm and clean place to stay. The meals are incredible, I will miss Ilaria's cooking! I would definitely recommend this place if you enjoy working outside.

4 months ago

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