very different - human without too many ideas

Higher chance of approval: This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature: 13 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Immerse yourself in the local culture: 11 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Needs help immediately
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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What you get

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.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

The Experience

i am now in a new fase in my "life, take it easy and relax" i love gardening and keeping the place running in a simple way, so anyone who can understand the needs of living in freedom, things need to be done for the future comfortable life. i am not into standing over people or baby sit, i trust you to do those few things , enjoying what you do and learn.

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Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Italian
Between 18 and 80 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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15 Reviews

4.0

Host & Team

4.0

Hours & Tasks

4.0

Eco Lodge

3.5

Learning & Fun

4.0

How this experience will transform you

13 Get in touch with nature
11 Immersing in the local culture
10 Learning about sustainability
8 Meeting locals
8 Developing environmental awareness
8 Practicing English

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

11 15. Life on land
4 2. Zero hunger
4 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
1 10. Reduced inequalities

Insan

Kyrgyzstan

The schedule and the work itself are easy, but sometimes tense.There was a misunderstanding when he loaded me with work on my day off, but after a conversation everything was resolved.There was no lunch, no one had one. In the reviews, he shames the girls for getting up at 10 a.m. and sitting on their phones until 3 p.m.(He himself said the schedule was flexible and there was no pressure,everyone started work immediately after breakfast)I advise you to discuss everything in advance at the beginning and I don't recommend it to single girls, I witnessed how he treated them.

9 days ago

franco replied

Isan, i feel sorry that you thought it was tense, maybe because you had not done anything like this before, food was available in the cupboard i did not say the were on the phone till 3pm they stopped work, so what was my treatment of the girls like please share

Iraia

Spain

To begin with, not everything listed on the website is provided (no lunch, bicycles, or tours). In addition, there was a clear lack of hygiene. The treatment was sometimes inappropriate, sexist, and macho. For these reasons, I would not recommend it for girls or long stays. Another negative point is the cold and dampness in the house during winter. On the positive side, there is flexibility in working hours. You are also in contact with animals and nature. However, the location is very remote and limits visiting towns or cities. Finally, I recommend making a video call before confirming.

15 days ago

franco replied

getting out of bed at 10, breakfast, teeth, phone and chats, stopping at 15.00, you imagined a 5* hotel ?
inappropriate, sexist, and macho. ???? did not see appropriate clothes, you came to the beach in summer ??

where i you come from? your village is 1 hour away from a town , here only 20 minutes, you wanted to see sicily in 1 week minus 3 days!!!

Maitane

Spain

During my stay, I had the opportunity to connect with nature and animals. Franco was quite flexible with work schedules and asked us about our preferences about food. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful, and it's near the village. Nevertheless, not all the characteristics of volunteering that appear on the website are fulfilled: lunch is not included, no bicycles or excursions… Furthermore, the sheets were somewhat damp due to the humidity and weren't entirely clean. Finally, I would like to mention that as women, we have sometimes felt uncomfortable and offended by certain comments.

15 days ago

franco replied

when was lunch supposed to be since you got out of bed at 10, had breakfast and all your things the stopped no later than 15.00, ove of phone
i believe you need to grow up a little before you can say women

Ladina

Switzerland

Our time with Franco was great! I learned a lot about plants and did some diy around the house. We cooked together and he showed us many new recipes. Franco was always down to show us new places or made suggestions where we could go and see some more of Sicily and with that have another challenge if we wanted to. The lifestyle is not for everyone since it is very rough, but if you want to challenge yourself, (because that's what we do with Franco - Challenges!💪🏽😊) then it might be a great experience! Thank you Franco and Dumbo, Miaumiau and the other cats for this experience!☺️

3 months ago

franco replied

a real super experience 100% positive great humans

Markus

Sweden

Had a great time staying with Franco! always something to do and never any rush. If you like to chat and looking to get out of society for a bit this is the perfect place!

3 months ago

franco replied

Markus super heper and not only, a real pleasure having spend time with you both, thanks

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