Live your mountain dreams with a farm stay in Italy. Work exchange for a free stay in a beautiful region of Italy. Check out all the details here.
Overview
- Location – Accumoli, Lazio
- Host – Katia
- Duration: Minimum 1 month
- Minimum Age – 24+
- Available Spots – 1 helpers
- Weekly Hours – 25 hours
- Room Type – Shared Dorm
- Meals – Half board
- Nearest Airport – Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (Fiumicino Airport) (FCO)
Join a family-run farm stay in the mountains, managed by Katia, Guido, their teenagers Barbara, Roberto, Elisa, Sofia, and friend Brooke. The farm features a communal dining area, camping facilities with mobile homes, open land, and various animals.
They raise organic livestock and have an on-site butchery. They are looking for long-term volunteers who are handy and can assist with diverse tasks.
Tasks
Responsibilities include cleaning bathrooms and mobile homes, tidying common areas, dishwashing, gardening, decorating, repairing, and painting.
Accommodation
Volunteers are accommodated in a mobile home with a private bathroom, suitable for up to four people. The mobile home has two bedrooms and one bathroom.
Location
The farm is accessible via bus from San Benedetto del Tronto or Rome, with pick-up available for the final 5km. Accumoli is in the province of Rieti, Lazio region, central Italy.
Accumoli is known for its scenic mountain views and rich history. The best times to visit are spring and autumn for mild weather.
Enjoy the local Italian cuisine featuring fresh, seasonal produce. Engage with the community by greeting locals politely and learning a few basic Italian phrases.
Bring comfortable hiking shoes and layered clothing to adapt to changing weather, with warm clothes for winter visits.
Health and safety are important, so carry a small first-aid kit and necessary medications. Follow local safety guidelines when exploring the mountains.
More Information
They maintain a non-smoking environment and prohibit drug use. They offer shared meals, including beef and pork, with seasonal vegetables from the garden. Volunteers share the same meals as the family.
