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Beschreibung
Our family has opened an equestrian guest ranch on July 2015, located in the village of San isidro Chichihuistan, in Chiapas, Mexico, 45 min outside the turistic colonial town of San Cristóbal de las Casas.
Hidden in a valley, surrounded by forests of pine and oak, free of traffic and of magnetic waves (there is no coverage at the ranch internet or phone), the ranch opens up on to 100 acres of prairies.
We are dedicated to the improvement and protection of the land creating an ideal environment for organic gardening. The horses, cows, sheep and chicken are grass fed free ranged.
The animals are treated with respect and the horses trained with kindness maintaining their spirit intact and their magic unbridled. No animals are used for consumption.
We provide a place for great hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and birdwatching.
Our international family is composed of Samuel ( US ), Stephanie ( FR ), Zoe and Cheyenne ( MX home schooled ).
We speak English, Spanish and French.
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie
Tourismus / Gastgewerbe
Handwerkliche Arbeiten
UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
We are located in a small village, a farming community, the people are friendly and very approachable. We are off the touristic track, yet not too far from San Cristobal de Las Casas.
Arbeit
We are looking for: willing hard working people with good carpentry skills, construction experience, auto-repair, basic labor.
. Experienced horseback riders to keep the horses in shape.
. Gardeners ( experienced ones than can help us maintain and improve our vegetables and plants and flowers gardens)..
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Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Spanisch: Fließend
Französisch: FließendDieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
Hello all, we are willing to trade English, French, Spanish, for Japanese or ???
Unterkunft
Bunkhouse with kitchenette.
Basic goods are provided for cooking.
If you have a sleeping bag, it would be a plus. Rubber boots or riding boots,
Was noch ...
You can discover the colonial town of San Cristobal de las Casas where you will find a mix of natives and foreigners from all over the world. Great town for culture and party.
Around San Cristobal are indigenous communities ( just 30 min out ) and further away ( 5 hours trip ) the jungle of Lacandona. 2 or 3 hours away in every directions you will find natural sites ( waterfall, lakes and rivers ). The public transportation will take you everywhere.
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
Dieser Gastgeber nimmt gern Digital Nomads bei sich auf.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
mehr als zwei
Arbeitszeiten
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Gastgeber Ref-Nr.: 294779378478
Feedback (29)
19.10.2022
Absolutely beautiful place.
I've done a long off workaways in Mexico and this one was the best one so far. Stephanie has done a great job of interacting with us volunteers and offering a great volunteer experience combined with giving riding lessons if opportunity shows.
The living quarters (bunk house is what it's called) was great and solely… read more
I've done a long off workaways in Mexico and this one was the best one so far. Stephanie has done a great job of interacting with us volunteers and offering a great volunteer experience combined with giving riding lessons if opportunity shows.
The living quarters (bunk house is what it's called) was great and solely… read more
22.07.2022
I had the chance to stay at this horse paradise for two weeks (few months ago, already), I wish I could have stay longer.
All the animals at the ranch are so we'll treated. They all have this strong personality which makes it really fun and nourishing. The relationship you can create with the horses is truly amazing, they make you face your… read more
All the animals at the ranch are so we'll treated. They all have this strong personality which makes it really fun and nourishing. The relationship you can create with the horses is truly amazing, they make you face your… read more
21.04.2022
Wow, what a beautiful experience. My heart already misses this incredible place. I stayed at Stephanie and Sam’s ranch for two weeks, this past month and wish I could have stayed longer.
All the animals on the farm (horses and dogs) are palpably happy, spirited, and well cared for. I so enjoyed working with two of the younger horses. I was also… read more
All the animals on the farm (horses and dogs) are palpably happy, spirited, and well cared for. I so enjoyed working with two of the younger horses. I was also… read more
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Korrekte Angaben im Profil:
(5.0)
Kultureller Austausch:
(4.8)
Kommunikation:
(4.9)
19.10.2022
Vom Workawayer (Tristan) für Host
Absolutely beautiful place.
I've done a long off workaways in Mexico and this one was the best one so far. Stephanie has done a great job of interacting with us volunteers and offering a great volunteer experience combined with giving riding lessons if opportunity shows.
The living quarters (bunk house is what it's called) was great and solely… read more
I've done a long off workaways in Mexico and this one was the best one so far. Stephanie has done a great job of interacting with us volunteers and offering a great volunteer experience combined with giving riding lessons if opportunity shows.
The living quarters (bunk house is what it's called) was great and solely… read more
22.07.2022
Vom Workawayer (Valentine) für Host
I had the chance to stay at this horse paradise for two weeks (few months ago, already), I wish I could have stay longer.
All the animals at the ranch are so we'll treated. They all have this strong personality which makes it really fun and nourishing. The relationship you can create with the horses is truly amazing, they make you face your… read more
All the animals at the ranch are so we'll treated. They all have this strong personality which makes it really fun and nourishing. The relationship you can create with the horses is truly amazing, they make you face your… read more
21.04.2022
Vom Workawayer (Amanda & Erin ) für Host
Wow, what a beautiful experience. My heart already misses this incredible place. I stayed at Stephanie and Sam’s ranch for two weeks, this past month and wish I could have stayed longer.
All the animals on the farm (horses and dogs) are palpably happy, spirited, and well cared for. I so enjoyed working with two of the younger horses. I was also… read more
All the animals on the farm (horses and dogs) are palpably happy, spirited, and well cared for. I so enjoyed working with two of the younger horses. I was also… read more
21.04.2022
Vom Workawayer (Holly) für Host
Such an amazing experience ❤️
I spent 5 incredible weeks here on the ranch, and if I could I would have stayed for longer. Steph is kind, caring and firm. She creates a perfect mixture of a laid back, fun environment and focused work time. During my time here I fell back in love with animals, nature and myself. Their animals are healing - you feel… read more
I spent 5 incredible weeks here on the ranch, and if I could I would have stayed for longer. Steph is kind, caring and firm. She creates a perfect mixture of a laid back, fun environment and focused work time. During my time here I fell back in love with animals, nature and myself. Their animals are healing - you feel… read more
29.03.2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Claudia)
Claudia is a wonderful volunteer in the true spirit of sharing and participating. She is independent, always willing, thorough, kind, respectful and fun. A great rider, she had my trust with our horses and our guest as a trail guide. We will miss her.
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24.03.2022
Vom Workawayer (Claudia) für Host
Best volunteer experience so far!!
I spent 1 month at the ranch of steph and her family and I wished I could have stayed longer. Steph is a wonderful host, at all time there was everything clear and taken care
of us volunteers.
My work was mainly riding and caring for the horses wich was the most amazing experience. Their horses have free spirits… read more
I spent 1 month at the ranch of steph and her family and I wished I could have stayed longer. Steph is a wonderful host, at all time there was everything clear and taken care
of us volunteers.
My work was mainly riding and caring for the horses wich was the most amazing experience. Their horses have free spirits… read more
09.03.2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Felix )
Felix is the volunteer you are looking for! He spend 3 month with us and never tired. He is the perfect handyman, a baker and an animal whisperer. He is full of energy, independent, takes initiatives, considerate, kind and fun. We will miss him.
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13.02.2022
Vom Workawayer (Felix ) für Host
I spend beautiful 3 month(Nov-Feb 2022) on the ranch
And enjoyed every moment there
The ranch is on a great location surrounded by mountains and nature
And you surrounded by animals (cats, dogs, chicken, horses, cows, and sheeps)
Sam, Stephanie zoe and Cheyenne are super friendly and helpful
There is also a community close (inla kesh)
Who make… read more
And enjoyed every moment there
The ranch is on a great location surrounded by mountains and nature
And you surrounded by animals (cats, dogs, chicken, horses, cows, and sheeps)
Sam, Stephanie zoe and Cheyenne are super friendly and helpful
There is also a community close (inla kesh)
Who make… read more
15.01.2022
Vom Workawayer (Kaylah) für Host
I stayed with Steph and Sam from January - March of 2021 and it was a life changing experience. They taught me so much about horses and what it means to run a ranch. Steph is so open and clear and attentive and full of life! Sam is incredibly knowledgable about horses, building and a plethora of other things. They were very kind and patient with… read more
14.12.2021
Vom Workawayer (Celina) für Host
I just realized that I totally forgot to write a feedback for this beautiful place with its wonderful people and animals!
I have spent 3 weeks at the Finca during a really challenging time for me personally last year after splitting up with my friend I have been travelling with etc. I could not have ended up in a better place, truly!!!
It helped… read more
I have spent 3 weeks at the Finca during a really challenging time for me personally last year after splitting up with my friend I have been travelling with etc. I could not have ended up in a better place, truly!!!
It helped… read more
29.06.2021
Vom Workawayer (Sophie) für Host
I spent two weeks at the ranch and it is such a beautiful place! Steph and Sam are lovely people. Unfortunately I got sick for a couple of days but Steph was so kind and gave me the time I needed to recover. Thank you again for that!
If you are an experienced horse rider work is so much fun. We had a daily routine of feeding and training the… read more
If you are an experienced horse rider work is so much fun. We had a daily routine of feeding and training the… read more
19.06.2021
Vom Workawayer (Mia & Gildas) für Host
I am so grateful for my time at this ranch. My partner and I stayed for two weeks, but we would have stayed much longer if we had found it earlier on our trip to Mexico!
The place is stunning and Steph and Sam were just lovely hosts. Steph is the one running the show with the volunteers so I spent the most time with her and another volunteer… read more
The place is stunning and Steph and Sam were just lovely hosts. Steph is the one running the show with the volunteers so I spent the most time with her and another volunteer… read more
21.11.2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ana & Andy)
Ana and Andy where great, very helpful, honest, attentive, enthusiastic, hard working and happy. They are ready to try on anything with the best of their abilities. We enjoyed their company and appreciated their help very much.
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27.10.2019
Vom Workawayer (Ana & Andy) für Host
Our experience with Sam and Stephanie at the ranch was absolutely amazing - we enjoyed every single minute of it! We immediately felt welcome and at home. We learned a lot about horses and natural horsemanship with Sam who has an incredible history with horses. Towards the end of our stay, we also helped Steph, especially on the marketing and… read more
08.03.2019
Vom Workawayer (Pierre & Fanny ) für Host
I stayed 1 weeks at the ranch, the setting is beautiful, peaceful and rejuvenating.
in activity: cleans the horses, moves them, feeds the animals, helps during the visits of people who take a court, cuts Woods, farmer tasks . the nourishment given by stephanie is very nun, the place where the workmen is natural and comfortable. Stephanie 'Sam and… read more
in activity: cleans the horses, moves them, feeds the animals, helps during the visits of people who take a court, cuts Woods, farmer tasks . the nourishment given by stephanie is very nun, the place where the workmen is natural and comfortable. Stephanie 'Sam and… read more
08.09.2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Michelle)
Michelle was absolutely wonderful. Positive and productive. Ready to learn new things as well as bringing her many talents to the table. Responsible and hard working Michelle is a compliment to any project. I highly recommend taking advantage her energy and enthusiasm. A good responsible person. Thanks Michelle
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21.05.2017
Vom Workawayer (Michelle) für Host
First I would like to thank Sam, Stephanie and the girls for having me!
This place is perfect if you love animals and nature, the family is great and Sam is the perfect person to be around if you want to learn about horses and ranch life.
Fresh good food and accomodation, I felt super calm here and because of all the loving people it's a place… read more
This place is perfect if you love animals and nature, the family is great and Sam is the perfect person to be around if you want to learn about horses and ranch life.
Fresh good food and accomodation, I felt super calm here and because of all the loving people it's a place… read more
27.08.2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Juli)
Juli was an absolute pleasure. Positive and enthusiastic about any project placed in her path. Bright, intelligent and always fun to be around.We are proud to have had the Juli experience. I recommend you enjoy it too. Good luck Juli, hope to see you again soon.
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31.07.2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Helene)
Hélène and Jason where one of our best volunteers. They are a geat team, they work hard, not afraid of long hours or farm work, they take initiatives and can esaily rally other volunteers to join them into their endeavours. They are super friendly and respectful of your time and space. We highly recommend having them around. We spend 3 month… read more
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03.10.2017
Vom Workawayer (Helene) für Host
few months after, we finally had the time to describe our beautiful experience here...we didn t stayed directly at the ranch as we were housesitting one of their neighbours ranch, but we went to help this lovely family composed of sam, steph, zoe, cheyenne and all their animals for two months and really enjoyed our time there. We really loved… read more
06.05.2018
Vom Workawayer (Dillon) für Host
Working here with Sam and the family was truly an amazing time. I learned a ton each day I was there (5 weeks). Helping out around the ranch, with the dam project, and with the horses was some of the most fulfilling work I've done- and I've been working consistently for the last 10 years. Wish I didn't have to leave so soon.
Anyone willing to… read more
Anyone willing to… read more
28.07.2017
Vom Workawayer (Emilie) für Host
Finally, I found time to let a feedback... 3 months later, the time I needed to realize the amazing experience I had here <3 I'll try to find the words to explain this.
I spent one month (April 2017) with this crazy family. First, I was interested in this place (only) because I'm a horserider since I'm 7 and it's always a pleasure to work with… read more
I spent one month (April 2017) with this crazy family. First, I was interested in this place (only) because I'm a horserider since I'm 7 and it's always a pleasure to work with… read more
29.04.2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Tamás & Fanni)
A wonderful couple, an absoute pleasure to have them with us at the ranch. Always willing and ready to help with tasks and learn new things. Positive attitudes and warm smiles earn this couple top rating with us. They will be missed by all. We wish them luck on their travels and hope to see them again.
Big hugs from Chey, Zoe, Steph and Sam… read more
Big hugs from Chey, Zoe, Steph and Sam… read more
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28.04.2017
Vom Workawayer (Tamás & Fanni) für Host
We had an amazing 5 weeks with this incredible family. We had different projects: planting tomatoes and poles for horse fence, we also learnt about water conservation (damming and make reservoir) and we were always between horses,cows,sheeps etc. and we learnt a lot from them. Sam explained and taught lot of things what is really useful if someone… read more
17.04.2017
Vom Workawayer (Hans) für Host
This ranch is a beautifull place for everyone who likes animals and being in nature. The horses are beautiful and they also have lovely cows, dogs, cats, chickens and sheeps. When I was there 10 German sherpard puppies, 2 kittens and a horse were born!
When I arrived I was the only workawayer. I started everyday with cleaning and worked on an… read more
When I arrived I was the only workawayer. I started everyday with cleaning and worked on an… read more
06.03.2017
Vom Workawayer (Alexa) für Host
Its been months that i left and so many of my dreams are still set at the ranch.
I cannot describe how beautiful my time there was. Not often I have encountered such an interesting family, where everybody is so different and still shares so much with the others. I have learned a lot from everybody. I felt so warmly and heartily included into… read more
I cannot describe how beautiful my time there was. Not often I have encountered such an interesting family, where everybody is so different and still shares so much with the others. I have learned a lot from everybody. I felt so warmly and heartily included into… read more
19.11.2016
Vom Workawayer (Alina & Jacob) für Host
We spend 3amazing weeks. It's a really nice Place in a beatiful valley. Steph, Sam, Zoe and Chey are a very welcoming family and after the first dinner you'll feel as a part of the crew. We did different kinds of carpentry work, builded a Compost Shower (Shit, it's hot!), helped a little in the house to prepare food and tried to be helpful with… read more
06.11.2016
Vom Workawayer (Juni & Alejandro) für Host
We spent two fantastic weeks volunteering at the ranch. We'll keep the fondest memories of sharing delicious meals around a wooden table with such a lovely family after an afternoon of building mud dams or installing fence posts. There are plenty of tasks to perform so it does not become monotonous. The place is beautiful, although a little bit… read more
20.05.2016
Vom Workawayer (Philippa & Chris) für Host
We stayed with this lot for 3 amazing weeks and found it very hard to leave. We're travelling for a long time and for us this place was a perfect slice of family life in a beautiful farm environment. There is SO MUCH to get involved in and to learn, there was always some sort of interesting project on the go almost all of which we found meant… read more
07.05.2016
Vom Workawayer (Workaway member) für Host
Stephanie, Sam, Zoe and Cheyenne are a welcoming and loving family that are happy to welcome you into their lives for a few weeks or months at a time. We really enjoyed the food (fresh produce, omelets, French cuisine, Tex-Mex -- all mouth-wateringly good) and spending time with the family. The girls are wonderful learners and are easy to teach… read more
07.05.2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Paulina)
Paulina was amazing with the kids, great teacher. Passionate and dedicated. She transmits her knowledge very well. You never have to ask her for anything she takes the right initiatives. Steady happy mood every day. A fantastic person to have around. We hope to see her again some day. We claimed her first authograph for when she is famous. Cheers… read more
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16.04.2016
Vom Workawayer (Paulina) für Host
Fantastic family and amazing hosts!
The atmosphere at the rancho was wonderful from the very first moment I arrived until the last minute I was there.
I was teaching the 2 lovely girls singing and dancing and I was enjoying it a lot. They were giving me their energy and hard work back.
And they were teaching me horse riding :D What an… read more
The atmosphere at the rancho was wonderful from the very first moment I arrived until the last minute I was there.
I was teaching the 2 lovely girls singing and dancing and I was enjoying it a lot. They were giving me their energy and hard work back.
And they were teaching me horse riding :D What an… read more
08.03.2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Mark)
Gosia and Mark are a great couple to have around. They help very happily and thoroughly with anything. They are quick to catch on and take initiatives. Hardworking and friendly volunteers. They were great with our kids and the routine maintenance of the farm. Thank you guys...Have a great trip.
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02.03.2016
Vom Workawayer (Mark) für Host
We were for 2,5 week at the Rancho. We really enjoyed our time there. We learned a lot. Samuel and Stephanie are great people to help. The 2 daughters are amazing, it was a pleasure to teach them some things and at the same time we learned from them.
Enough different things to do there, we enjoyed it to have no internet for a while. If you like… read more
Enough different things to do there, we enjoyed it to have no internet for a while. If you like… read more
22.12.2015
Vom Workawayer (Mark & Laura) für Host
We spent 2 weeks at the Ranch in November and had a pretty good time!
Just a few things people should be aware of:
- there is a charge of 400 pesos a week for food, gas, wood etc.
- there is no wifi or internet around (contact family before arriving)
- it's a bit of a mission to get to a town so if you need any supplies get them… read more
Just a few things people should be aware of:
- there is a charge of 400 pesos a week for food, gas, wood etc.
- there is no wifi or internet around (contact family before arriving)
- it's a bit of a mission to get to a town so if you need any supplies get them… read more
15.10.2015
Vom Workawayer (Johan) für Host
I spent 2 week in Sam's & Steph's ranch, I had amazing time there learn really interesting thing for my first ranch experience. The entire familly is amazing we have been warmly welcomed :-) Thank you very much for the experience and I hope I see you again !
14.10.2015
Vom Host für Workawayer (Valentine)
Valentine stayed with us 2 weeks and we really enjoyed her help at the ranch and as a ballet teacher for our girls. She is ready to work and is a fun person to be around. Way to go...
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05.10.2015
Vom Workawayer (Valentine) für Host
I spent 2 weeks with Steph and Sam and their 2 lovely daughters. I taught classic dance to their daughters. It was a wonderful experience. The first time for me in a ranch and I have to say that I loved that and wish I could stay longer. The place is beautiful and I learnt so much in these weeks. The connection with the animals, how to cook,… read more
24.08.2015
Vom Host für Workawayer (Heidi)
Heidi is an excelent workaway volunteer. She stayed with us for 2 month. She is fun and a hard worker.
Heidi es un excelente voluntario. Se quedo con nosotros 2 meses. Es divertida y trabajadora.
Heidi es un excelente voluntario. Se quedo con nosotros 2 meses. Es divertida y trabajadora.
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28.07.2015
Vom Workawayer (Timothy) für Host
I had a great time here. They were still building the birdhouse when I arrived and more people were coming soon so i only stayed a week. Just a heads up there is no internet access anywhere nearby, you will need to trek back to San Cristobal for it. Also while I was there it was slow so Sam asked that I kick in on the food, only 500 pesos a week… read more
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