Guest House Città Metropolitana di Bologna, Italy

4.5
(15 reviews)15

Cleaning and Housekeeping

Higher chance of approval
This host has recently approved volunteers and is looking for more applications.
Connect with nature
11 travelers recommend this experience for reconnecting with nature
Connect with the locals
10 travelers recommend this host to have close contact with locals

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What you offer

25h

Hours per week
Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
Animal Care
Help look after and take care of animals.
Kitchen Hand
Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
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.
Basic Internet Access
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace
Specific space for you to work remotely
Use our equipped kitchen
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Free Laundry
You can use our laundry room freely.
Holistic Therapies
You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Bikes at your disposal
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Certificate
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Support
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Availability

Nov
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Feb
Mar
Apr
Stay at least
2 weeks
Stay up to
4 weeks

The Experience

Work will consist of : Conducting daily cleaning tasks, organising and deep cleaning the house Cleaning the chickens coop and the dog area Assisting in cooking lunch and dinner The candidate should be a morning person and a strong animal lover that can live with 20 dogs in the house. In the property we also have cats and chickens kept outside in their own houses. Checklists available

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Requirements

  • Intermediate English or Intermediate Spanish
  • Between 28 and 65 years old
  • Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)
  • European Union Passport
  • United States visa or citizenship
  • Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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15 Reviews

4.5

Host & Team

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Guest House

4.5

Learning & Fun

4.5

How this experience will transform you

  • 11 Get in touch with nature
  • 10 Meeting locals
  • 9 Immersing in the local culture
  • 7 Practicing English
  • 7 Meeting international travelers
  • 4 Developing environmental awareness

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
  • 6 3. Good health and well-being
  • 3 8. Decent work and economic growth
Susan

United States

3

This was my first Workpackers experience so I now have a better idea of what type of things to look for. My host and I had different expectations about the level and type of work required. I was hoping to get to spend more time caring for the animals. The work needed was more about cleaning - the house and the animal area.

7 months ago


Allyson replied

Thank you for your message. I’m sorry your expectations were not met. You applied for a gardening role, focused on outdoor maintenance, not animal care. After arrival, you informed me you could not perform these tasks. I also observed no natural confidence with the animals. For these reasons, I decided to end the experience early. I wish you all the best in finding a more suitable placement.

Lily

France

5

I had an amazing time with Allyson and her dogs ! She just knows how to make you feel comfortable and is a very kind person. The house is located in a very nice area and Allyson can give you lots of advice and info regarding the region ! I'll miss being there for sure and can't wait to be back again !!

about 1 year ago

Daniel

Brazil

5

The experience with Allyson was incredible!! The house is wonderful, with a great structure. The bedroom is perfect with a very comfortable bed, the kitchen is fully equipped and she makes all the equipment available for use. Some days, due to the number of animals in the house, you end up feeling a bit overwhelmed hahaha, but nothing that a job outside the house taking care of the chickens or cutting wood can't help to distract you (using headphones while working also helps hahah). My relationship with Allyson was very good, we had good conversations and exchanged personal experiences.

over 1 year ago


Allyson replied

Thank you so much, I love our time together and I appreciate you.
Take care !

Maria

France

5

My experience with Allyson was beyond expectations. This is perfect for dog lovers, as you'll share spaces with over 20 dogs. She also has chickens, a rabbit, and cats, each in their own area. I helped with cleaning and creating Instagram accounts, but you can also assist with outdoor tasks as building a fence for her field around the house. Work starts at 8the guest house30 AM but is flexible, with respected hours. You can hike around the house (1-hour walk from the train station), and Allyson can give you a ride too. This train station is about 30 minutes from Bologna.

almost 2 years ago

Juliet

United States

5

This experience volunteering with 26 dogs was life changing, and altered my perspective of life in so many ways. Allyson was the most amazing, genuine, caring, and charismatic woman I have ever met!! She is a beauitful soul, and she taught me so much. From teaching me Italian, showing me Italian movies, making me amazing Italian meals and just highlighting cultural differences— I was given ample opportunity to immerse myself in the culture. She introduced me to locals as well!! She cares so deeply for her animals— and I just loved them SO much, and taking care of them. I hope to be back ❤️

almost 2 years ago


Allyson replied

My dear July, my gift for Christmas ! Please come back any time .. bring your light and the amazing woman you are ..we love SO much ❤️
Thank you for coming !

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