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We are a family of 2 living on a small farm breeding Morgan horses in Hungary in a secluded picturesque valley appr. 40 km from Budapest. If you love outdoors and wish to experience real rural ranch life, and do not shy away from hard work getting your hands dirty in all sorts of weather conditions - this is for you! :)
We are urgently looking for 1 volunteer free from C19 and not vaccinated who is willing to help both outside with our animals & garden as well as inside the house with some household chores.
Please, note: The farm is not a riding facility so horseriding is not part of the exchange.
Types of help and learning opportunities
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
Our horse boarding facility is unique and it streches over 5 hectares: the horses (5-10) are kept in a herd environment 24/7 on a “track system” with limited access to rotational grazing. You can learn about what is called a “Paddock Paradise” system encouraging natural herd behaviour, while offering sustainable pasture management. We are a unique Morgan horse breeding program in Eastern Europe, so you can be part of a pioneer project. The farm is completely off-grid, which means we are not connected to any public network (water, sewage or electricity) so it is your opportunity to see how self-sufficiency works in actual life, and it also means we have to be mindful users of the resources available especially during the winter.
Help
General ranch help is needed around our Morgan horse herd: feeding, mucking out, grooming, dealing with foals and young horses including stallions.
Occasionally miscellaneous chores and various small DIY projects around the farm are needed such as maintenance of the electric or wooden fencing, mowing the grass, etc.
There is always something to do on a farm - never a boring day!
Please, help us keep the house clean and maybe share some cooking. Also note that we are meat eaters, therefore we not able to provide for any special dietary needs and we are a non-smoking farm.
N.B.: please bring clothing and shoes / boots that will keep you warm (in winter) and dry in rain.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Hungarian: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
Accommodation
You are welcome in our home and have pretty much all the upstairs of the house for yourself in our guest room and your own separate bathroom with shower and toilet.
What else ...
Our Farm is a pleasant 50 minutes train ride from Budapest Western Railway Station (local station is appr. 10 minutes drive) with everything our beautiful and exciting Hungarian capital can offer from history, art, wellness to culinary delights. Trains (No S71 direction to Vác) leave every full hour from Budapest and we can pick you at Erdőkertes station.
The nearest town (Veresegyház) has all the infrastructure you need and is only 10 minutes drive from us, this is where we do our weekly shopping and has some nice restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops... It boasts also with a Bear & Wolf Rescue Farm, a Thermal Bath and a Ice-skating ring (in the winter) and a weekly farmer’s market offering some Hungarian specialities.
We speak English at home because we are a Norwegian - Hungarian couple, (no kids) so cultural exchange is a natural part of our daily life. We have dogs, sheep chicken and a house cat. We grow some of our own vegetables in raised beds and a tiny greenhouse and planted a small orchard, with more plans to further develop our ability to be self-sufficient. We will gladly introduce you to Hungarian cooking…
3 meals: breakfast, a simple cooked meal in the middle of the day and cold supper are provided by us. Nothing fancy but given with a good heart.
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?
One
Hours expected
Average 5 hours / 5 days a week
Host ref number: 247577438757
Feedback (37)
24 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ethan)
What a blessing and pleasure t was to have Ethan on our farm. He did an immense job clearing out our little "forest" from a jungle of brumbles and cut and stacked up the fire wood from the thinning. In addition to being so much help, he was the most enjoyable company to spend time with after work. We harvested some grapes and pressed the juice… read more
(Excellent
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23 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ethan) for host
I really enjoyed my two weeks at Anna and Jan's horse farm! Truly a peaceful place, with kind people and loving animals!
They live on a beautiful farm in the Hungarian countryside. It feels remote, but actually you are not too far away from town, even if you needed to walk there. They own several horses and sheep, and two kind and gentle Giants… read more
They live on a beautiful farm in the Hungarian countryside. It feels remote, but actually you are not too far away from town, even if you needed to walk there. They own several horses and sheep, and two kind and gentle Giants… read more
27 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Robert ) for host
The horse breeding farm is a peaceful heaven, away from urban bustle and away from the noise of highways. I spent 2 1/2 weeks in June 2024 giving the horses twice a day hay feeding and picking manure once a day. It was great to get into a rhythm of twice daily horse care. Altinai gave me an appreciative whinny or sigh when I arrived with fresh hay… read more
11 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Germán)
German was our first ever volunteer coming from Spain and was a real asset during the time he was with us. Such a considerate, polite helper is always a relief to a host. He was more than capable and happy to help with all the farm chores on his own, which gave me the rare opportunity to catch up with other things. I am really grateful for that!… read more
(Excellent
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25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Germán) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it was absolutely great. The two months I spent in Anna and Jan's house were amazing and fulfilling. The work was hard sometimes (just as they actually described it beforehand) but it was actually quite enjoyable because I got to spend most part of it surrounded by their beautiful horses, which I will… read more
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24 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ethan)
What a blessing and pleasure t was to have Ethan on our farm. He did an immense job clearing out our little "forest" from a jungle of brumbles and cut and stacked up the fire wood from the thinning. In addition to being so much help, he was the most enjoyable company to spend time with after work. We harvested some grapes and pressed the juice… read more
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ethan) for host
I really enjoyed my two weeks at Anna and Jan's horse farm! Truly a peaceful place, with kind people and loving animals!
They live on a beautiful farm in the Hungarian countryside. It feels remote, but actually you are not too far away from town, even if you needed to walk there. They own several horses and sheep, and two kind and gentle Giants… read more
They live on a beautiful farm in the Hungarian countryside. It feels remote, but actually you are not too far away from town, even if you needed to walk there. They own several horses and sheep, and two kind and gentle Giants… read more
27 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Robert ) for host
The horse breeding farm is a peaceful heaven, away from urban bustle and away from the noise of highways. I spent 2 1/2 weeks in June 2024 giving the horses twice a day hay feeding and picking manure once a day. It was great to get into a rhythm of twice daily horse care. Altinai gave me an appreciative whinny or sigh when I arrived with fresh hay… read more
11 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Germán)
German was our first ever volunteer coming from Spain and was a real asset during the time he was with us. Such a considerate, polite helper is always a relief to a host. He was more than capable and happy to help with all the farm chores on his own, which gave me the rare opportunity to catch up with other things. I am really grateful for that!… read more
(Excellent)
25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Germán) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it was absolutely great. The two months I spent in Anna and Jan's house were amazing and fulfilling. The work was hard sometimes (just as they actually described it beforehand) but it was actually quite enjoyable because I got to spend most part of it surrounded by their beautiful horses, which I will… read more
11 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Timofei & Mariia)
Markha came to our farm as we were desperately looking for a volunteer and it was the best thing that could happen: she is a lovely person with a genuine passion to help. Playful, funny and mature in her thinking at the same time, which made it really quick to connect, so we pretty quickly became operating as a family. I loved the way she was… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Timofei & Mariia) for host
I totally loved my stay at the ranch! It was a pleasure for me to help the lovely couple of Anna and Jan; It all felt like within two weeks only we became real family ♡ I will miss it very much - horses, lamb feeding, mucking, mulberry eating!! (and of course, I will be back soon!) Now in my town everything feels so dull comparing to the beautiful… read more
8 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztian)
Krisztián unfortunately could only come for one week, but accomplished more than I ever thought was possible. We were really in urgent need of a skillful hand to do repairs on our horse fencing and hay barn. But in addition to this task we originally agreed on he graciously offered to chop firewood for us, and was helping with any and every other… read more
(Excellent)
27 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Krisztian) for host
I thank Anna and Jan for allowing me to be a part of their farm life here. I'm glad I could help them. They are very kind and friendly. The homemade food is very delicious and the bread is amazing. The horses and other animals are beautiful and well-behaved.
Thank you.
Thank you.
27 Jun 2022
Left by Workawayer (Míra) for host
Thanks to Anna and Jan, I could get out of the hamster wheel that I was experiencing in my working life. The work on the farm can be hard, but never boring and without laughter. I found a great company for having deep conversations and sharing life stories. Playing challenging board games, watching movies together, trying out Jan's delicious… read more
27 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Míra)
Míra was a true blessing coming exactly at the right time! I could not have asked for a more resourceful, self-starter help when we really needed it. She is a very intelligent and lovely person who was super easy to share the workload with and a pleasure to spend time after chores were done. We were taking care of horses, sheep, dogs and cats and… read more
(Excellent)
26 Mar 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ute)
Ute did surprise us on her arrival to Hungary while we were hosting another volunteer, but we decided to welcome her until she found a longer term host to fit her skills and she proved to be a very agile lady who jumped to help us was we started building a greenhouse. She was no shy to dig trenches for the concrete foundation and hardly did she… read more
(Excellent)
20 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ute) for host
I have committed a surprise attack upon Anna and Jan by sending a request to host me just one day before arrival in Hungary. They haven‘t even had the time to answer, when I already appeared in front of their gate, without them having given me their address.
Just a few days earlier they had taken in another workawayer officially. By that I was… read more
Just a few days earlier they had taken in another workawayer officially. By that I was… read more
11 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Dominik)
In one word: I wish he could have stayed longer, but I understand also that new adventures are calling the one on a journey…
It is no exaggeration to say that it was a real privilege to host Dominik on our farm in all respects. His kind and generous personality was to us blessing every day. He came at a time when our horses were away for breeding… read more
It is no exaggeration to say that it was a real privilege to host Dominik on our farm in all respects. His kind and generous personality was to us blessing every day. He came at a time when our horses were away for breeding… read more
(Excellent)
10 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Dominik) for host
If you ever get a chance to visit Anna's & Jan's family farm, you will find it is special and wonderful in many ways and you may not want to leave so soon.
During my stay the horses were leased out, so tasks revolved around preparing the place for winter - clearing the area of high grass and weeds, DYI projects, harvesting fruits and making… read more
During my stay the horses were leased out, so tasks revolved around preparing the place for winter - clearing the area of high grass and weeds, DYI projects, harvesting fruits and making… read more
23 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Nikola)
Thank you Nikola for responding to our urgent need for a volunteer and joining us without hesitation! Your help and your whole presence on our farm was such a wonderful experience and joyful! Always ready to jump to help, inspiring conversations outside of work and even cooking / grilling together! Huge fun and most appreciated! We were both… read more
(Excellent)
12 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Simona_25)
Although Simona spent only a short time with us, she was eager to help with everything inside the house and outside on the farm and was a nice company and very reliable help. She was even kind enough to make my favorite Austrian desert, Kaiserschmarn. Thank you!
(Very good)
11 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Simona_25) for host
It was incredibly beautiful days with Anna and Jan. The two are lovely and open people and take you on as a family member. Of course it's hard work on a farm and there's always something to do, but you do it together and it's fun. It was a great experience which I never forget. Thank you for everything
31 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Wododo) for host
Wir verbrachten vier Monate mit Anna und Jan auf ihrer Horse Ranch und wurden mit offenen Armen empfangen. Unsere Unterkunft war unglaublich, wir hatten eine ganze Etage für uns alleine, einschließlich unseres eigenen geräumigen Badezimmers. Die Küche wurde geteilt und die Mahlzeiten – zubereitet von Anna – wurden meist gemeinsam eingenommen. Im… read more
7 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Wododo)
Wolf and Dodo were the first couple undertaking a longer term workaway experience on our farm which was a great relief for us in these tough times of epidemic! They were real horse people who actually arrived with their own two lovely equine traveling companions and explored the countryside around as much as work allowed! We were engaging in… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Gil) for host
I'm not a word person that much but I'll just say that in my wildest dreams I could not have asked for a better hosts than Anna and Jan as my first workaway experience.
7 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Andras & Henrietta)
Andras and Heni were such a delightful experience and huge help for us both outside with our horses and other critters… ;) and inside our home - what a pity they only stayed with us a relatively short time! In addition to the normal daily chores they were eagerly jumping to DIY projects and Heni’s cooking was a great gift for me - almost a… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Andras & Henrietta) for host
We stayed a few weeks on the farm to get some experiences with the horses. The farm is a little gem it self but Anna and Jan are the Cherry on top. Animal lovers from all over the world this is a call on you. Horses, goats, dogs, chickens, and cats what else you need to feel like in Haven? All these animals are very friendly so you can pet them… read more
7 Jan 2021
Left by Workawayer (Steven) for host
for real an unforgettable experience, I was here for a month, surrounded by incredible people and an environment where you can feel at home, beyond work, anna is a great person and a professional when cooking, work is simple, take care of the horses, feed them and clean, all work is finished in the morning then you have the afternoon free, it is a… read more
21 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (rhliebendorfer) for host
I had an amazing time with Anna and Jan. I came to them after a bad experience with a Workaway host in Turkey, and I couldn't have been more lucky and grateful that they were my new hosts. From the first day, I felt like I was part of their home--all of the wonderful meals, the conversations over the dining table, everything! As a horsewoman, I… read more
19 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Franciska) for host
I spent 10 days at Anna's place as my first workaway experience and it was a perfect choice. Anna and Jan are very interesting and lovely people, I had a lot of nice conversation with them. The work was always joyful, her horses and their dogs are wonderful creatures. I loved to spend time with them. We cooked a lot together and I also liked that… read more
29 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Aaron) for host
I'm not a man for long words. But I think Anna helps some people more than them could help her. Thank you for everything Anna. You're in my mind. :)
Workawayers: Are you looking for peace? Go there!!
Best greetings, Aaron :)
Workawayers: Are you looking for peace? Go there!!
Best greetings, Aaron :)
21 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztina)
Yes, it was a short period, but we just found the way to work together as a team, and I am so grateful for her help and great company! And even when we experienced a bit ős a challenge with getting stuck in the mud, we found solutions creatively and with Joy! Thank you! Would you join us again?
(Excellent)
16 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Krisztina) for host
Anna is perfect Host! This was my first workaway experience and I can say unforgettable:) It was very short time, but with full of kindness, delicious food, friendly company, cute animals and finaly a little adventure.... There was a storm that night. We needed to save my car from deep mud. Firstly it was a bit scary, but after that funny… read more
27 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Maggiolen)
Marjolaine was an absolute delight to have on our farm. She brought genuine Italian charm and joy into our lives, while being an incredibly reliable and responsible help with our horses. She is a hard worker and doing all of it gracefully with a smile. After finishing the work outside we were enjoying listening to her stories and I learned a lot… read more
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Maya & Felice) for host
I had originally planned staying for the month of march, but due to the Covid-19 pandemic all borders got closed and I decided to stay another month. It was the best place I could've stayed at during this time, this quiet and peaceful place makes you forget the whole world around it. The daily chores of mucking, filling the hay nets and helping… read more
14 Apr 2020
Left by Workawayer (Johanna) for host
I was really blessed with this family.
I have had such a great experience and had a lot of fun. It was like a dream, especially the work with these wonderful animals and the nature. I miss Safie, Negro and Bundasch very much (haha, I hope the names are spelled correctly). I also became very friendly with the sheep, now I know I will have some of… read more
I have had such a great experience and had a lot of fun. It was like a dream, especially the work with these wonderful animals and the nature. I miss Safie, Negro and Bundasch very much (haha, I hope the names are spelled correctly). I also became very friendly with the sheep, now I know I will have some of… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna)
Johanna was such a joyful, ready to help girl - she quickly got adopted to our farm life and became family :)
She was very self-motivated, quick to observe how things were done and reliable in her work, and last but nit least she was fun to have a good chat with!
I can only recommend her!
She was very self-motivated, quick to observe how things were done and reliable in her work, and last but nit least she was fun to have a good chat with!
I can only recommend her!
(Excellent)
16 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (AnneJan)
AnneJan was a great contributor with his skills during the 3 weeks he stayed with us. In addition to the daily routine of taking care of our horses, he was mending fences and our raised vegetable beds, trimming trees, planting willows, and more... He was teaching us how to make water joghurt and shared his own culture with us that he has been… read more
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (AnneJan) for host
There are different ways to appreciate this farm. One of my favorite was walking one evening from the nearby village and entering the quiet valley, the horses as silhouettes under the old cherry tree in the middle of a moonlit paddock.
Another favorite moment, the mornings, putting on shoes while overlooking the fields below, the horses waiting,… read more
Another favorite moment, the mornings, putting on shoes while overlooking the fields below, the horses waiting,… read more
12 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Judith)
Judith spent a little over a month with us, and I am missing her already... she came during a period of time when work outside start to get a bit more challenging due to the late autumn weather, but she tackled all the daily chores with no problem and had was very reliable help to me. I was very comfortable to leave the farm with her whenever I… read more
(Excellent)
12 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline Ahler)
Caroline was with us for just under 3 weeks, but was very easy to connect. We were laughing so much while doing all daily chores. It was her first workaway, but I can absolutely recommend her. She was not shying away from any work and did it with great attitude. She is lovely positive person to have around.
(Excellent)
27 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Shandelle & Jeremy) for host
We spent five weeks on the ranch with Anna and Jan. We weren't too familiar with horses but Anna made sure we knew the basics to feel comfortable around them. The horses are very calm and easy to handle. Our main focus during our stay, apart from helping with the horses was to help get some building work done.
Our fondest memories will always be… read more
Our fondest memories will always be… read more
30 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Shandelle & Jeremy)
Jeremy and Shandelle spent 5 weeks on our farm and left a great vacuum after leaving... :) They helped us way more than what I ever would expect or even imagine. In addition to daily chores around our horses, they jumped to refurbishing our deck that was pretty much falling apart and was we had no idea how to get the job done. Now we can enjoy it… read more
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim & Iida)
Kim and Iida spent a good 3 weeks with us and helped us fix so many things around the house - Kim is really a handyman! They also finished and painted our hay barn that was started this summer for which I am really grateful before the winter comes. These were just extra things they set out to do other than and quickly doing daily chores… read more
(Excellent)
30 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Lena was with us only for a short 10 days, but was tremendous help! Her experience with horses and gentle personality immediately made me feel at ease with her. And I believe she also felt at home on our farm very quickly- She is very polite, always smiling and very easy to connect with even in such short time. I am so glad that we could do some… read more
(Excellent)
13 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
Anna and Jan were such great hosts - they welcomed me with open arms and gave me everything I needed. We had interesting conversations as well as great laughters. Right from the beginning it was really natural with them.
I really liked how gentle Anna handled the horses and the kind of education (primarily Horsemanship training) they recieved. One… read more
I really liked how gentle Anna handled the horses and the kind of education (primarily Horsemanship training) they recieved. One… read more
4 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sarah-Gabrielle) for host
I had such a pleasant stay at Anna's place for two weeks about two months ago! I dearly miss the amazing horses, the dogs, cats, sheep and Anna of course and our long discussions. It's a perfect place to come and work hard but also relax well in a beautiful area surrounded by lovely animals. Anna is incredibly welcoming and it felt like home… read more
28 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Barreau) for host
I spent one week with Anna, Ian and their friend Matthias.
The place is very pleasant, quiet, spacious brightened by the peaceful presence of horses and the energy of Anna and Ian.
The work mainly consist of filling the hey nets in the morning and some other maintenance tasks like removed weeds.
We also harvested balls of alphalpha when they were… read more
The place is very pleasant, quiet, spacious brightened by the peaceful presence of horses and the energy of Anna and Ian.
The work mainly consist of filling the hey nets in the morning and some other maintenance tasks like removed weeds.
We also harvested balls of alphalpha when they were… read more
17 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Matthew & Joanne) for host
We really enjoyed our time at this project.
Anna was a great host and chef, giving us plenty of tasty food, many Hungarian dishes and lots of desserts. We learnt a lot about Hungary and its culture from Anna.
It doesn’t feel that the house is off-grid, as it is very comfortable to live in, with lots of hot water, wifi and everything else you… read more
Anna was a great host and chef, giving us plenty of tasty food, many Hungarian dishes and lots of desserts. We learnt a lot about Hungary and its culture from Anna.
It doesn’t feel that the house is off-grid, as it is very comfortable to live in, with lots of hot water, wifi and everything else you… read more
8 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew & Joanne)
Thank you Jo & Matt for your time and dedicated help for nearly a full month that so quickly passed, yet so many things and backlog that had been accumulating on our farm were dealt with! I loved how you were self-initiated and jumped to do any task with determination to get the job done. Our fence is now a joy to look at and will stand as a… read more
(Excellent)
16 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sacha) for host
I spent a month at Anna's place and I had a wonderful time! I learnt so much about horses and breeding! The work wasn't too hard or too long so I had time to just stay and watch the horses. I ate so well during this month that was great! I'm so glad that I could have helped at your place. Thank you and maybe see you for the birth of the foals :)
8 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sacha)
Sacha spent almost a month on our farm and was quickly becoming our “adopted” daughter ;) She was confidently helping me around our horses during our breeding season. She is fun-loving and makes suoerb pancakes! :) You are welcome back when the foals are coming ;)
(Excellent)
8 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (roseline)
Rose spent 3 (short) weeks on the farm. I am saying short, because time just flew by and I really enjoyed her company. It was just a pleasure to work together outside during our daily routine -and inside cooking together,( learnt a lot about vegan food), watching horse clinic videos together She saw things the way I do it and often preampted ideas… read more
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (roseline) for host
What a perfect workaway experience :).
I've done many different places with workaway, but Anna and Jan's farm is definitely a place I would recommand.
The other feedbacks sum up very accuratly how it is there - amazing horses, caring hosts, good food and exchanges.
Anna takes care of her horses with passion and devotion, and she cares a lot about… read more
I've done many different places with workaway, but Anna and Jan's farm is definitely a place I would recommand.
The other feedbacks sum up very accuratly how it is there - amazing horses, caring hosts, good food and exchanges.
Anna takes care of her horses with passion and devotion, and she cares a lot about… read more
28 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Erika) for host
I spent two weeks here, and it was just the perfect timing for me! I wanted to escape from the busy city life and I have found the peace and tranquility here, which I needed soo much! Even my sleeping pattern has improved!
This was my first workaway experience, and it couldn’t have been better! Anna and Jan are wonderful hosts. I had a room and… read more
This was my first workaway experience, and it couldn’t have been better! Anna and Jan are wonderful hosts. I had a room and… read more
19 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Erika)
Erika stepped in instead of another volunteer who unexpectedly had to leave earlier and she became “family” within like 2 days. Although she was not coming from a “horse background”, she quickly figured out everything that needed to be done and was self-motivated and very easy to work with. We had a really nice work-flow together. She is a lovely… read more
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Fabienne) for host
I spent 4 weeks here this February. Anna and Jan are very considerate and caring hosts. During your time there you will enjoy the peace and quiet of their beautiful home, delicious and varied food (Anna is a great cook and we often prepared the meals together) and the great company of their friendly dogs, cats and horses.
The work routine… read more
The work routine… read more
24 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Shannon)
Shannon was joining us at the darkest time of the year and was a delight to have around. She arrived just before New Year’s Eve and had no problems at all at jumping at the work we had to do in cold and snow and yes, a bit of mud! Canada must be a great training ground :) Her quiet but friendly personality made it easy to do our daily chores… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Nele) for host
I stayed here for 3 weeks in dezember and I had a great time.
I was helping with the horses everyday and Anna listened to me when I had Ideas to handle a problem.
In the afternoon we relaxed and cooked together.
I was even able to make a bavarian dinner for them.
And other good thing was, that I really improved my English when we were discussing… read more
I was helping with the horses everyday and Anna listened to me when I had Ideas to handle a problem.
In the afternoon we relaxed and cooked together.
I was even able to make a bavarian dinner for them.
And other good thing was, that I really improved my English when we were discussing… read more
28 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Nele)
Nele was a sheer joy to have on our farm. It was so easy to make friends with her and sharing jokes with each other. But she was also ready to tackle any task that came up, - and they do on a horse farm - was a real hard worker and creative. She helped me a lot around our foals and contributed with good ideas to solve daily “problems”, (such as… read more
(Excellent)
19 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (_Felice_) for host
I spent 2 weeks at this farm and I had a really good time there. Anna and Jan are very friendly and welcoming people and always ensured that everything is fine for me. My tasks was to help around the farm - mocking out the paddock, grooming the horses and feeding out. All of the animals are so nice and calm which is amazing to see. It was always a… read more
1 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (_Felice_)
Felice joined us on our farm for 2 weeks and we shared a great time taking care of all our horses, dogs and cats. There is always so much to do daily on a farm, but when spent in cheerful company, even a mundane task become a joyful experience. She is a very friendly and open person, so its was also nice to engage in interesting conversations (not… read more
(Excellent)
2 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
I spend 2 weeks at this peaceful place and enjoyed every day. Anna and Jan are really welcoming people and they treat you like being part of the family. The horses are so well behaved and it makes a lot of fun working around them, I even enjoyed collecting the horse dung :) I loved the dogs, if you feel comfortable with them they will give you all… read more
1 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Lisa stayed for 2 weeks on our horse breeding farm and was a delight to be doing things with. She was always ready to tackle any task coming up and was helping not only with daily chores around the horses, but made it her personal project to groom all our 3 dogs which was greatly appreciated. We not only sweated together, but cooked together and… read more
(Excellent)
1 Oct 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Finja Marie)
Finja originally planned to come for 3 weeks, but ended up staying for 3,5, for which I am really grateful. She was a tremendous help not only around our horses doing daily chores, and also helping with our foals, and also in the house. We were having fun cooking and baking together, we even invented our own cake! Her longer stay also gave us time… read more
(Excellent)
10 Sep 2018
Left by Workawayer (Finja Marie) for host
I spent 3 very nice weeks with Anna and Jan. They made me feel welcome in their house and I had my own comfy room. With Anna I had so much fun, she's a really happy person, shares some good stories and we had good talks about a lot of different topics. We always worked together and also went for a few trips like swimming or Budapest with Jan.
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18 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Shannon & Shaun)
We had Shannon and Shaun helping us on our horse farm for two weeks. This was their first workaway experience and I am so happy they trusted us and jumped right into our rural farm lifestyle. They quickly adopted to their new en ironment and were easy to make friends with. I appreciated their self-motivated attitude, as soon as they understood our… read more
(Excellent)
18 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Shannon & Shaun) for host
Overall, we had a great first workaway experience at the Farm with Anna, Jan, and Marchie. We had a total of 2 weeks at the farm.
About the work:
Typically we worked Monday-Friday. Breakfast started around 9am, and we worked from around 9:30/10am to no later than 2pm.
Daily chores included: morning grain, filling waters, feeding hay, and… read more
About the work:
Typically we worked Monday-Friday. Breakfast started around 9am, and we worked from around 9:30/10am to no later than 2pm.
Daily chores included: morning grain, filling waters, feeding hay, and… read more
12 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
I want to say a big thank you to Elias here! He stayed for two weeks on our farm and adopted to ourrural lifestyle immediately. Coming from a non-horse background, I was amazed to see how relaxed he was around our horses including young foals - it gave me such peace of mind knowing that horses sense who you are and reflect it! Elias was also a… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
I had a great time with Jan and Anna! It was my first workaway experience and I really liked it!
Although I didn't know much about horses at the beginning, Anna told me everything about it. Although passionate about her horses, she's really relaxed about the work that is required from the volunteers. Eszters feedback (see below) is quite accurate… read more
Although I didn't know much about horses at the beginning, Anna told me everything about it. Although passionate about her horses, she's really relaxed about the work that is required from the volunteers. Eszters feedback (see below) is quite accurate… read more
17 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Miklos) for host
I was the first "official" workawayer at Anna and Ian's farm and it was also my first workaway experience. I spent a couple of days here, just to get away from the buzz of the city for a while. It was such a relief for me: both the scenery, the horses and the welcoming hospitality of my hosts made this short trip a great experience for me.
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11 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Eszter) for host
I helped Anna and Ian last summer, when they hadn’t registered yet on workaway. They are such wonderful hosts! We could get along from the very first moment, I immediately felt as a friend and not as a stranger.
We could talk for hours about horses, about philosophy, life, memories etc. They are really open, willing to share and also the are… read more
We could talk for hours about horses, about philosophy, life, memories etc. They are really open, willing to share and also the are… read more
