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22 Apr 2024
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Description
Escape to the serene countryside just an hour away from Trondheim, nestled in the heart of Norway, where Elisabeth and Jo welcome you to their picturesque farm. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, our farm is home to 12 horses, a friendly dog, and a cuddly cat.
Horses are not just our passion; they're our way of life. At our farm, you'll find horses of all ages and backgrounds. Some are trained for competitive racing, while others are being groomed for leisurely rides. We dedicate our evenings and weekends to training and competitions, balancing our farm duties with our professional lives.
Meet our beloved bulldog, Selma, who eagerly joins us on short excursions around the neighborhood, adding joy and companionship to our daily routines.
As hosts on Workaway, we invite you to immerse yourself in the rhythms of farm life. Whether you're mucking out stables, grooming horses, or assisting with daily chores, you'll experience the unique bond between humans and animals that defines our farm.
Beyond the daily tasks, you'll have the chance to explore the natural beauty of our surroundings, from tranquil forest trails to shimmering lakes.
We are looking for self motivated, hard working, responsible and energetic people who like a variety of work and who appreciate physical activity. Volunteers need to be able to help independently as although we are mostly around, we are often busy with our own work.
Therefore, it it best suitet for you who are independent, and want to participate in daily life with the horses. It is not limited to a fixed time of day or week, but when the horses need care and training. If you can ride dressage, that is fine, as trotters benefit from being trained under saddle. In the summertime, we sometimes need some help with painting, and if you like to cook it is great!
Welcome to our slice of paradise in the heart of Norway.
We look forward to hear from you! 😀
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You could learn about Norwegian daily life in a horsefarm. You could, if interested, learn a bit Norwegian.
My place is located quite high up on a hill which in summertime means a fantastic view and light. You will find the Norwegian summer to be filled with birds singing and light nights. The area is perfect for hiking. You can easy go to the city Trondheim by bus and the small City Orkanger is 10 minutes away
Help
The tasks are mostly help with horses, gardening, some building and painting
The horses are trotters, and we have some youngsters/foals.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Norwegian: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
Elisabeth trying to learn spanish. She has a education as a norwegian teacher, so she can help with learning norwegian
Accommodation
A room in the main building, or a small cabin with toilet/shower, kitchen and water in the summer
What else ...
You can go hiking and there are fishing opportunities in both the ocean and fresh water. Transportation with bus can take you to the nearest village Orkanger or the city of Trondheim. In Trondheim there are a wide range of attractions to see and lots to do if you like the urban life. In Orkanger you will find one og the best climbing hall in the country.
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
Flexible days. You can take some days off to explore the surrondings if you want
Feedback (15)
When I woke up after arriving in Norway I could see the magnificent view you will have from home! (Especially from the living room)
Elisabeth and Joe are very friendly. I felt comfortable, like at home.
Because of my young age I had some difficulty feeling comfortable… read more
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When I woke up after arriving in Norway I could see the magnificent view you will have from home! (Especially from the living room)
Elisabeth and Joe are very friendly. I felt comfortable, like at home.
Because of my young age I had some difficulty feeling comfortable… read more
Our stay was perfect from beginning to the end, Elizabeth and Jo are great hosts, that took care to make us feel at home. When Elizabeth got to know that we learn Norwegian, she put effort to practice Norwegian with us and tried to express one information in… read more
The work itself was fun and rewarding. We got… read more
I really like horses and especially the two foals were so cute.
I had the opportunity to stay in a little cabine 20 meters in the opposite of their house with my own bathroom, living room and fridge which was really nice but of course i was welcome to join them in their house as… read more
I was only staying for one week and regretted a bit that I didn't have more time to spend at the lovely little farm. Elisabeth and Jo were welcoming and caring hosts. They always made sure that I had everything that I needed. The communication with… read more
At the moment they renovate an stable and build a paddock outside. I did a lot of painting work and started to build a fence with Oda… read more
For the first moment i felt me like at home.
The animals are also so lovely and I had a lot of fun and I enjoyed my stay in Norwegian.
Tysen tak Elisabetbh for this great experience and for the nice time!
