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Hi people, due to stenosis in my back and neck my working and walking capacity is low. The jumping horses have had an extended holiday but need to start work again. I need help in the house regarding chatting to me and the making of dinner and sweeping floors.
We really could do with a second pair of hands for some manual (not heavy) clearing and constricting a large set of shelves/ also not afraid to use power tools.
There are 15 horses here to care for but at the moment only the miniatures are in at night. The jumping horses will come in when I have help as my back can't take the work load.
We can offer a long term stay if required. A responsible , caring, efficient, SELF MOTIVATED person, who is able to follow and learn instructions.
I teach basic dressage, and advanced jumping and natural handling skills but this very much depends on my health now, hence not novice riders.
I really care for people. In return I offer a fantastic opportunity for the right person to stay in a beautiful house nestled in a valley not far from Vire, with all amenities. It is undergoing renovations as is outside. I'm on my own I need help.
You will be treated as a member of the family and English is spoken at home.
If you like good French baguettes, cheeses and basic home cooking we can accommodate. Vegetarians (please respect the fact that it's our choice to eat meat). If you would like to cook we can supply you with the fresh ingredients. (Veggies I will not fund meat substitutes I just haven't got the money. Having had some vegans stay we now know what to buy and cook. BUT I can not afford organic meat or vegetables).
We prefer longer stay people, but will welcome short stayers.
Looking forward to meeting equestrians from around the world!
NO heavy smokers or drinkers, we have strict rules on smoking . NO DRUGS. A video of your riding and a reference may be asked for, for our own planning.
IF YOU SAY YOU ARE COMING THEN COME. I have a disability, at the moment I am really poorly thus I need to know I have cover for the horses. If you change your dates or don't turn up, you leave me vulnerable and it's not fair when I have put off other more willing people, when you haven't tipped up. Negative feedback will be left in these circumstances.
If you are a VERY experienced equestrian then there may be a gift at the end of your stay. It would be illegal for me to pay you ;)
This is not a riding school, but a privately owned competition yard. You will learn lots here.
Please read this twice or more so that you are aware of my health situation. A document will be sent to you stating what is expected of you so there are no misunderstandings and this false feedback left.
*Workawayers your passport will be scanned on arrival and luggage searched before leaving* this is due to theft from my property.
You will be sent 2 forms of extra information for you to decide if this is the place for you, vidéo tours can also be done. I am renovating and also laying a new yard so look past all that and see what a difference you can help me make whilst enjoying a ride weather and my health petmitted.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Well located for visiting war memorials and the beaches. Train station nearby.
Attending French showjumping and carriage driving shows.
Help
Land maintenance and collecting droppings from the paddocks. Helping us generally. There are just 3 stables to muck out and collecting the droppings from the turned out jumping horses only, We harrow the other fields. Other tasks may also be required around the farm and house.
If I do these tasks it takes me 2 hours.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
Accommodation in the house, a caravan or hopefully a newly converted studio. I don't like it when you lock yourself away in your room the idea is to integrate.
What else ...
We are just 8 minutes from the centre of Vire.
Many forest and beach walks. A great place to explore war memorabilia.
Plenty of local things to see and many International showjumping events to go and visit in the region.
Granville and Le Mont StMichel is easily accessible by train.
There's sporting and spa facilities in the town.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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My daily tasks consisted of feeding the ponies and jumping horses, mucking out, feeding the dogs and some other maintenance tasks around the farm. I mostly… read more
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She's a great asset and would be welcome back here again
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I thoroughly recommend them.
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I do… read more
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I so so want her to come back again.
Sanna did leave early and I've not been able to fill the other… read more
I miss them already
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I spoke to her just the other day and bless her she offered to come back and help.
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I spend almost two beautiful months with Diane and her family. She welcomed me warmly and took care of me like a real mom. She is a generous person who alway want the best for you !
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Rhonda is very good with the horses. All were cared for to a very high standard cuddle included.
I… read more
The work was not too difficult, but being fit for the work is… read more
I would put her at a French Galop 4 for riding level. But more than. Competent from the ground. She never moaned about… read more
My mother died and we have a yard of 9 horses, we were very stuck to have someone to care for them whilst I was sorting and attending my mothers funeral (in another country). Marj listened to my plight and insisted on coming when she was actually… read more
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