🏡 Help me build a small nature oasis in Umbria, Italy 🌿

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The experience

I’m Marco, 47 years old, living alone in the green heart of Umbria, Italy. I’m creating a small nature oasis with animals, peace and freedom. I’m looking for open-minded volunteers to help with fences, cleaning and animal care.

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What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

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

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

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

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What you get

2 days off per week

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.

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.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Beginner Italian or Beginner English

Between 18 and 45 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

Oasi Canestrello is a new project that is slowly coming to life in the green hills of Umbria, Italy.
It’s the beginning of a small nature sanctuary where animals and people can live together in peace.

Right now, I need help with building fences, cleaning outdoor areas, taking care of animals, and keeping the spaces organized and welcoming. Every small action here helps the project grow and take shape.

Life at Oasi Canestrello follows the rhythm of nature — calm, simple, and genuine.
It’s an open-minded, clothing-optional place, where respect and freedom come first. You don’t need to be naturist, but you should feel comfortable in an environment where people live naturally, close to the earth and to themselves.

Days are quiet and filled with small, meaningful tasks. There’s time to work, to rest, to walk in the forest and to share food and stories.
If you love animals, simplicity and slow living, this place is for you. 🌿

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Activities & Shift

You’ll be helping with a variety of activities depending on the season and your skills — from gardening, planting, and looking after the land, to building and DIY projects, painting, cleaning, and creating artistic or musical spaces. There are always projects to choose from, and you can focus on the ones you feel most inspired by.

I usually ask for about 20–25 hours of help per week, with flexible schedules so you can enjoy your free time. Some days we might work together on a bigger project, while other days you can manage your own tasks at your own pace. There’s always time to relax, explore the area, and simply enjoy the peace of the forest.

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Rules

This is a place built on respect, freedom and mutual understanding. To keep the atmosphere open and welcoming for everyone, I ask that you follow these simple guidelines:

Respect – For nature, the space and each other.

Collaboration – We work together and support one another when needed.

Sharing – Meals, ideas, skills, and good energy are always welcome.

Freedom – Be yourself and allow others the same.

Non-judgment – This is a judgment-free space where everyone can feel safe and accepted.

Clothing Optional / Naturism – Clothes are optional here; naturism is embraced as a natural way to connect with ourselves and nature.

By respecting these principles, we create a peaceful, creative and truly free environment.
We value mutual respect and freedom in everything we do.