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Help us bring the land back to life in Italy!

The experience

We’re creating Il Posto della Luce, a peaceful retreat in the hills of Umbria. We need strong hands for physical work: cutting wood, mowing, trimming, moving stones and clearing paths. You’ll work outdoors, surrounded by nature, silence and olive trees. Hard work, honest meals and sunsets included.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

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

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

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate Dutch

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

We’re looking for people who enjoy being outdoors and aren’t afraid of physical work. The days here are simple but rewarding, you’ll help with tasks like chopping wood, mowing, trimming, clearing paths, moving stones, or light building and maintenance. Some days are tougher than others, but always with a clear goal and a beautiful view around you.

In return, we offer an authentic experience in the heart of Umbria. You’ll be surrounded by nature, animals, and quiet. We share meals, good conversations, and moments of rest. There’s time to read, explore nearby villages, or just sit under the olive trees.

We expect honesty, responsibility, and respect for the place, for the work, and for the people around you. We don’t expect perfection or experience, just a genuine willingness to help and a positive attitude.

We’ll do our best to make you feel at home. You’ll have comfortable accommodation, healthy food, and a balance between work and free time.

If you love physical work, nature, and meaningful simplicity, you’ll feel at home here.

Activities & Shift

Daily Activities
- Cutting and stacking wood
- Mowing grass and using a brushcutter
- Pruning trees and clearing paths
- Moving stones or branches
- Light maintenance and small repair tasks
- Helping keep outdoor areas tidy

Shift Description
We usually work about 4–5 hours per day, five days a week. Most of the work happens in the morning (around 8:00–12:30). Work hours are flexible depending on the weather and the type of task.

Rules

Respect the area, nature and animals.