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Olive harvesting at Maniero montecassiano
The experience
🌿 Volunteer at Maniero Montecassiano – Harvest Olives, Make Olive Oil & Live the Good Life in Le Marche!
Welcome to Maniero Montecassiano, our historic villa in the heart of Le Marche, Italy – a place where modern luxury meets authentic countryside charm. Every autumn, our olive groves come alive, and we invite volunteers from around the world to join us in the timeless tradition of olive harvesting and oil making.
What you offer
32 hours of help per week
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
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.
Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
🌿 Volunteer at Maniero Montecassiano – Harvest Olives, Make Olive Oil & Live the Good Life in Le Marche!
Welcome to Maniero Montecassiano, our historic villa in the heart of Le Marche, Italy – a place where modern luxury meets authentic countryside charm. Every autumn, our olive groves come alive, and we invite volunteers from around the world to join us in the timeless tradition of olive harvesting and oil making.
As a volunteer, you’ll:
🍃 Help us hand-pick olives in our beautiful groves.
🫒 Learn the full process of turning olives into fresh, spicy extra virgin olive oil.
🫗 Take some of our artisanal oil home with you as a delicious memory.
But life at Maniero is more than work – it’s an experience. Between harvest sessions, you can enjoy everything our villa has to offer:
🧘♀️ Relax in our wellness area with spa and peaceful gardens.
🎾 Play a match on our private padel court.
🦙 Meet our resident alpaca and explore the grounds.
🍷 Share wine and food with new friends under the Italian sun.
We keep things fun, relaxed, and family-like. Whether you’re looking for a cultural exchange, hands-on learning, or just a break from city life, Maniero Montecassiano offers a unique balance of community, nature, and luxury.
If you’re ready for an unforgettable Italian adventure – harvesting, laughing, cooking, and living the slow life in one of Italy’s most beautiful regions – we’d love to welcome you to our home.
Activities & Shift
Daily harvesting of olives