Podere Pantaneto

🌿Why Choose This Place?

A peaceful home in the Tuscan countryside where you can slow down, create, and connect with nature. Depending on the season, you can join either an art project or a permaculture project. Sharing meals and everyday moments is an important part of life here, creating a welcoming and meaningful experience.

🔄Two Projects, Two Seasons

- November to April: Art & Creative Space (1 artist at a time)
A quiet environment for painting or ceramics projects. Experience in these areas is required. Depending on your interests and skills, you may also help with seasonal outdoor tasks such as wood cutting, pruning, or small repairs.

- April/May to October: Garden & Permaculture (2–3 people)
Help with gardening, planting, harvesting, food transformation, caring for 6 hens, bees, and other seasonal activities. No experience is needed, just curiosity, motivation, and willingness to help. Activities change throughout the year and can be adapted to your skills and interests.

🛏 Accommodation & Life

* Shared room or private if available
* Mostly vegetarian meals cooked and shared together
* Minimum stay: 2 weeks
* Weekly house cleaning together

📍 Location & Arrival

From Florence:
1. Bus 131 → Poggibonsi / Colle Val d’Elsa
2. From Poggibonsi, Bus 120 → Radicondoli

From Pisa:
1. Train → Empoli → Poggibonsi
2. From Poggibonsi, Bus 120 → Radicondoli

Buses run Monday–Saturday only. There is no public transport to or from Radicondoli on Sundays, so please plan accordingly. Pick-up from Poggibonsi or Colle Val d’Elsa may be possible depending on availability. We can coordinate your arrival time in advance.

🧭Other Info

* Please inform me of any allergies or dietary restrictions
* Meals and drinks outside the house are your responsibility
* Instagram: @alberto_negrin84

If you read the full profile, start your message with “Timo”, my dog’s name 🐕

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This description was edited and doube-checked by me with the assistance of ChatGPT.

I’m Alberto, a friendly and easygoing person from Northern Italy who fell in love with Tuscany and its way of life. I’m passionate about art, agriculture, sports, and spending time in nature. I’m relaxed, flexible, and organized, and I enjoy sharing meaningful experiences with others.

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Reviews

4.0
(25 reviews)25

Staff & Host

4.0

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5
About the experience in: Provincia di Siena, Italy

Austria

5

I really had a great time with Alberto. The tasks were different every day and we had a lot of fun together. The house is beautiful and all the people around are very friendly and i really enjoyed my stay :)

16 days ago

About the experience in: Provincia di Siena, Italy

Argentina

5

From the first moment Alberto was great, we easily bonded, and I had an amazing time with him and everyone I met during my time there. I learned a lot about gardening, cooking and his life philosophy. He was always proposing nice activities (apart from the “working” part) to do together, such as popular festivals, visiting different towns and meeting his friends. He was also very attentive to my (and the other volunteers') needs and making sure we felt comfortable. I really recommend this experience, and to do it for at least 3 weeks!

about 1 month ago

About the experience in: Provincia di Siena, Italy

Mexico

5

I had a great experience with Alberto! He always makes sure to involve you in different activities, while also giving you the opportunity to explore and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. He's also a great cook and makes the best papilla 😂 The location is perfect if you love nature and peace, but not ideal if you want to be close to the city or have easy access to public transportation. I'd recommend it more for people who aren't too shy, as Alberto really enjoys interacting and spending time together. I'd definitely come back. I miss Timo🐶and humus🐱

2 months ago

About the experience in: Provincia di Siena, Italy

Austria

5

I couldn't have wished for a better time in Toscany. Alberto is such an warm hearted Person. From the first Moment on I felt welcome. The Landscape is beautiful, the animals are so lovely. We did everyday something else beside the routine, garden work and feeding animals, we did some Lavender cutting, we even did some essential oil. And we cooked a lot… Alberto is a really good chef and I learned a lot from him. All in all its a perfect Place to calm down, to connect with nature, animals, people and with yourself. I am so grateful, thank you Alberto!!

3 months ago

About the experience in: Provincia di Siena, Italy

Colombia

5

My experience with Alberto was amazing! I got to harvest lavender, work on ceramics and paintings, as well as cooking delicious meals with him, and take care of the garden and animals. It was the perfect balance between learning by doing and getting to experience the true Tuscan culture. The accommodation was great. Alberto is very clear on his instructions, he's respectful, and appreciates punctuality. I completely recommend this experience! All my love for him, Timo, Humus, and the chickens <3

3 months ago


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