We are a British couple who run a very small private livery yard with 6 horses.

Practice natural horse care, barefoot trimming.

We also have a pure breed German Shephard Bitch called Asha. as well a 3 indoor cats.

Mugla

Volunteer Holiday Groom Vacancy that we are looking to fill.

We need help with 6 horses for 3-4Hrs in the morning and about 2hrs late evening.

Normal yard duties, feeding, mucking out, grooming cleaning tack and lots of riding out. Schooling etc.

You must be able to follow instructions that are given.

We will take the time and trouble to show you how we do things, explain why we do things this way as well.

How to look after a horse that has COPD Asthma. A horse that is a RIG too

The horses are on wood-shaving beds, so you will be asked to muck out and relay beds. Groom and ride both horses. After riding you will be required to clean the tack that you have used on the horses.

There are lots of opportunities to ride out. We are situated in a beautiful part of Turkey.

You will stay in a 3 bed (all rooms have their own bath/shower and WC) bungalow close to the yard. The property has its own private swimming pool for you to use.

You will be asked to help keep the house cleannand tidy, sometimes help cook a meal or wash pots after a meal.

We are situated in a large valley surrounded by pine forested hills. The coast is less than 10 miles away. The village is called Uzumlu. Uzumlu is 18km from Fethiye in the District of Mugla in the South West of Turkey.

Uzumlu is 500m above sea level surrounded by high peaks.

The summertime temperature reaches 40 deg C and above. Winter is cold and can be wet too.

Uzumlu means grape valley.

We live in a mountain valley that is 8km (5 miles) long and 2km (1.5 miles) wide. Uzumlu is 500m above sea level. Hills and mountains surround the valley. Pine forests cover the hills and mountains. The forests have shaded tracks ideal for riding or walking. The nearest highest peak looms 400m above Uzumlu. Every house or farm has grapevines growing. There are vineyards scattered all over the valley. The scenery is fantastic. The air clean and fresh. Our drinking water is from a natural spring which is one of the best in Turkey. There are a number of very good eateries that offer traditional Turkish food. There is also a bar/restaurant if you want to just have a drink. The local Turkish people are very friendly.

If this sounds like what you are looking for and you would like a more detailed out lay of the vacancy please contact us and we will be happy to send you any information.

Minimum stay 3mths to 1 year plus.

English.

In you will stay in our home. Own bedroom with your own Bathroom and wc.

If you want to learn about horse care, barefoot trimming, care of a horse with Asthma / COPD or a horse that is a RIG. We will be happy to teach you.

Please let us know on arrival or via email.

Pets may be welcome please email us for details. You may be asked to provide pet food for your pet and clean up after them.