Homestay Castagneto Carducci, Italy

5.0
(22 reviews)22

Pet sitting and home keeping in Tuscany

Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with the locals
17 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals
Immerse yourself in the local culture
17 travelers recommend this host for those looking for a local cultural immersion
Accepts couples and pairs of volunteers

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What you offer

3h

Hours per day
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Gardening
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Cleaning
Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
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What you get

2

Days off per week
Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.
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.
Fast Internet Access
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Events
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Yoga classes
Take free yoga classes at our place.
Pick Up
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Support
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Availability

Oct
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Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Stay at least
7 days
Stay up to
60 days

The Experience

Hi! We are looking for two people for the summer months on the Tuscan coast, 5 km from the sea! What we need is pet sitting for our 4 black cats. Another task we require is helping around the house with basic cleaning of the common areas and watering the plants. We preferably look for a couple or two friends, since the room available has a double bed and a private bathroom

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Requirements

  • Beginner English or Beginner Spanish
  • Over 20 years old
  • Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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22 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

  • 17 Meeting locals
  • 17 Immersing in the local culture
  • 11 Get in touch with nature
  • 6 Developing social awareness
  • 4 Meeting international travelers
  • 3 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 6 15. Life on land
  • 5 5. Gender equality
  • 4 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Sierra

United States

5

Francesca was so kind and accommodating. She's funny and smart and really cares about your experience. The village is adorable, the locals are kind, the work is easy and fun, and you get to pet kitties! I tried a lot of local food and wine and had a lot of free time to myself. It's an easy place to relax in.

8 days ago

Aníbal

Argentina

5

A very nice experience. Lupa and Fiera are easy to care for. Lupa loves to play and Fiera lives in her own world, coming to the house to ask for food and to sleep. Francesca and Gabri are very good and attentive to everything you need. Good meals and good conversations. Recommended. Thank you.

almost 2 years ago

Mariana

Brazil

5

The days in Castagneto were very peaceful and the sunsets were beautiful from the balcony. The house is lovely and has two cute cats. The chores are very calm and respectful. Francesca is an extremely kind and admirable person. I will miss you! I hope to see you again in Brazil! 😂♥️

about 2 years ago


FRANCESCA replied

I am truly grateful to Mariana, she is a very sensitive person, someone you can trust in. I hosted Mariana during this summer and she hepled me with house chores and amazing healthy cooking while I was working.
Never say thank you enough, she made me open my mind on many aspect of life. Hope to se you soon in Brazil. Abraços

Emiliano

Italy

5

We stayed as a couple at Francesca's house. She is very kind and welcoming; she never let us lack anything. The house is clean, large and welcoming. The working hours were always respected. We will definitely come back to visit Francesca!

about 1 month ago

Andrada

Italy

5

Francesca will make you feel at home from day one. ❤️ My partner and I spent almost three weeks with her and her adorable kittens, living a truly special experience. We lent a hand in her small shop and kept the house in order, with simple and never demanding tasks. The house is stunning and the space is intimate: Francesca respects your moments and your privacy. She is a sensitive and determined woman from whom you will learn a lot. The environment is very family-oriented; I am sure that this experience can enrich each of you! P.S.: you will love her cats

about 1 month ago

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