We are a family, owners of a small organic farm in Tuscany. We produce extra virgin olive oil, vegetables and we also rent some rooms to tourists. WE are also open with our restaurant in the summer time, 4 days a week. It is a quite place, but close to a lot of main towns in Tuscany (Lucca 20 minutes; Pisa 45 minutes; Florence 1 hour; Siena 2 hours).
The helpers can enjoy the nature on the tuscan hills while are surronded of people from all around the world. Near us, you will find restaurants, food festivals, lot of paths to hike and lot of friends. It is a long time that we are sharing our life with volunteers :-) and we love it! Accomodation and food are free everyday of your stay. Please, feel free to ask us any questions!
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Suecia
I had a wonderful first experience with Eleonora and Marco as hosts! They have been very kind, helped as much as they could and made me feel like one of the family! The location is incredible, 20 minutes by car from town but I didn’t find it to be a big problem at all. I spent five weeks with their son Lupo, an absolutely fantastic boy with a loot of energy, I will definitely come back and visit as soon as I have the opportunity!
hace 3 días
Estados Unidos
This was my first world packers trip and it was great! Eleonora and Marco are very friendly, hospitable and accommodating. It was lovely spending time with them and their adorable four year old son as well.
The work on the groves is easy to get the hang of. It can be tiring but it’s not difficult and I had plenty of time off. Prepare to be flexible with when you work to compensate for any rainy days. Make sure to bring warm clothing and appropriate shoes.
The views are spectacular and Lucca is a very cute town, and Eleonora and Marco were always willing to give us a ride.
hace 6 meses
Colombia
My experience at Forestaria farm was great. As with every volunteering experience, things are not necessarily as you expect them, but that doesn’t have to be a bad thing. For me there was an adaption period before I felt fully comfortable at the farm but at the end I’m glad I was part of this volunteering. On my first weeks the work and schedule was very demanding (even more than agreed) but in the last weeks I enjoyed more free time that I could have asked for. For this kind of volunteering it all really depends on the weather. I strongly recommend rain boots if you are volunteering here!
hace 6 meses
Australia
This is a great volunteer experience if you are looking to escape and seek a bit of solitude. You’re in a very quiet area with pretty limited service, so it was nice to disconnect and experience something new! However, there is no local bus so travel can be a challenge sometimes. The location is nice though! Close to hiking trails and is very scenic.
The work is pretty taxing and sometimes quite physical. Once you learn everything it does become easier. Marco and Eleonora were kind and respectful during my stay! Marco would provide groceries as we needed and was great with me being vegan.
hace 9 meses
Estados Unidos
I had an amazing time this summer with Lupo! Being in tuscany was an amazing experience. Elenora & Marco were great hosts and I enjoyed meeting all the other volunteers!
hace 9 meses
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