In Italy, free accommodation in villas and historic houses is offered on condition of taking care of them
In Italy, those interested are offered free accommodation in villas and historic houses, provided they responsibly take care of the property. This is reported by Cotidianul.
This refers to the house sitting format, which is common in various countries around the world. Its essence is that homeowners who leave their houses for a long time entrust them to other people for supervision. In return, these people get the opportunity to live in these homes rent-free.
Participation conditions
The duties of participants in such programs usually include taking care of the house, the adjacent territory, the garden, and sometimes pets. There may also be specific household tasks assigned by the owners.
Supporters of this format consider it an opportunity to live in one of Italy's tourist-attractive regions without significant rental expenses. In some cases, it is seen as a more affordable alternative to programs for buying old houses at a symbolic price, which often require significant investment in repairs.
At the same time, not everyone views this practice positively. In comments, users note that caring for the house, garden, and animals can effectively turn into full unpaid work.
Attention is also drawn to the fact that participation in such programs is not available to everyone interested, as the final decision on candidates is made by the homeowners.
Despite this, the house sitting format continues to gain popularity among travelers who want to temporarily live abroad, immerse themselves in the local environment, and at the same time reduce accommodation costs.
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