I've recently bought B&B Le Violette from an old grouchy Signora who, having turned 70 years old, was ready to retire. After dusting and minimally renewing the apartment where the B&B is set, I've been working on marketing which was dramatically lacking. It's a simple, quaint and comfortable space where nice people come to enjoy the medieval town on Lucca, Tuscany. Being social, friendly and loving to meet new people, I am having a great time hosting guests from all around the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I would like to try this new way of marketing to friendly people who are just looking for a clean, comfortable and safe place to stay, nothing more and nothing less. With other agencies I never know what kind of people are going to arrive here. Will they be happy with the place? Will they be respectful? I prefer personal communication as opposed to impersonal, cold hotel-like business.
I look for guests who are respectful to my other guests, clean and neat, courteous and friendly. Given that Couchsurfing is hosting, I also look for some sort of exchange with the people that I host for free, usually just to help me out with the daily chores. I manage this B&B all by myself so any help the guests can give me is extremely appreciated.
Most couchsurfers are bright people and can identify where, when and how I need help. I can't afford to have employees and I'm not good at telling people what to do. I need the couchsurfers to be respectful of my other guests, I need them to keep their room and bathroom clean and I need to feel that they are appreciative of having their own safe, comfortable and clean place to stay for free.

Interests

• business

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Bought a B&B in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy

Teach, Learn, Share

I am fluent in English and Italian. And I've taught both in the past.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, Costa Rica, England, France, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Spain, United States