Help with horses in the Negev desert, Israel

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15/09/2019
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2019

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Description
We are a lively family (former actor and circus artist) living in Ezuz: a very small village in the Negev desert nature reserve.
We run an ecological Hostel, and we train a young horse free style .
We like to work with volunteers to bring us some of their world in to ours. Our two children at home speak next to Hebrew, English and ( not enough ) French.
The girl and the boy go to school in the nearby kibbouts. The bigger boys have left the house already.
Our two horses need care and we take them out every morning into the desert where they run free most of the day .
We like to cook ( French and Middle east fusion preferable organic) and enjoy meals with our children and volunteers.
If you have experience that is very nice but not necessary.
Type of help
Gardening
General Maintenance
Cooking / shopping
Farmstay
Help with Eco project
Help in the house
Animal care
Language practice
Art project
Help with Computers / internet
Teaching
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
If you find an Hebrew phrase book take it along: that brings a lot of fun during your stay in israel, The youngest children who are at home will be happy to teach you some Hebrew. We are patient to teach you the guest house work and the cooking. since we are a sort of a farm we appreciate
it if are not afraid of getting dirty ( dusty ).
Host offers a wage in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
We need help maintaining the garden and the guest houses: cleaning the guest houses and preparing the beds for the new guests which come usually at friday. Our two paint horses ( an older one and a 5 year old and donkey ) need hay, a clean stable, brushing and are looking forward to go out. We train them free style, i can teach you about that.every week we hold a circus class for children trapeze and acrobatics.
Artwork is always welcome, we like to work with recycled materials: mosaica for example. If you can we would like aid with communication ( in all languages ) Mostly on weekends.
We like to cook good food and play music together .
If you want to travel in the area you can do it also during your stay. We are flexible if you please tell us your plans.
Languages spoken
English, French, Dutch, Hebrew
Accommodation
The volunteer room has a bathroom and view onto the mountains. Friday nights possible to stay in another room.
What else ...
Great possibilities for hiking, camel- and jeep trips, swimming in summertime. Work out on the trapeze. Suitable for vegetarians/vegans
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 we do not look at the watch. most work awayers have given here what they want to give (max 25 hours)

Photos

Libby and Gracie made Charlie a birthday cake!

Jamsession during the workshop voice training at the studio.

Patio of one of the desert guest houses

view from the guest houses

Feedback left by and about host (47)

29/07/2019

Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host

Thank you for having me for a few days in the desert! I have very much enjoyed this special place. It is a great experience. Gelbrich and Pierre are nice people with big personalities and an interesting past.

(Very good )

25/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Hanna) for host

Staying here in ezuz for my first workaway was a perfect experience! This place in the desert is awesome! And not just the place... staying with Heli and Pierre and their talented family was super interesting! I felt pretty home! Except of my work in here, I had super good talks with sam, made Musik with Jeremy, played chess with Shlomo and had… read more

(Excellent )

01/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Corina & Michael) for host

It was our first expirience with Workaway. It is a nice place and Pierre is an awesome chef! However it took some time to get the idea how things should be done in the matter of when and what to do. We worked quite a lot and beside the regular work of making the beds, washing the laundry, cleaning the stables, feeding and taking out the horses, we… read more

(Very good )

25/11/2018

Left by Workawayer (Cécile) for host

I stayed 10 days here at the studio, 10 wonderful days. I arrived at night so I couldn't see anything but the clear starry sky. And what a surprise at the morning : the place is wonderful ! They built everything. Each day there is a beautiful sunrise on the desert landscape that surrounded the place.
The work was not to demanding (changing bed,… read more

(Excellent )

27/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Benedek & Matilda) for host

We stayed in Ezuz for two weeks. It is a very remote and special place in the desert which offers an experience you probably won't get anywhere else.
We spent the first week helping with gardening and odd jobs that needed doing. After that, we spent most of our time helping Pierre in the kitchen, which we enjoyed very much! Our experience was… read more

(Good )

11/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Helen ) for host

I stayed with Heli and Pierre for 10 days and it was a very positive experience. Both are interesting, gentle and open-minded people. I enjoyed staying with them and I am very thankful that I could be part of their life for a bit. Ezuz is a very calm and special place with lots of friendly people.
Thank you Heli and Pierre for sharing your… read more

(Very good )

17/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Emma-Lou) for host

Do not go to Ezuz, it's a trap!! I was supposed to stay for 2 weeks and ended up staying for more than 1 month... 😍
Seriously, thank you so much Heli and Pierre for this wonderful experience I will never forget you and the kids and hopefully I will come back and visit one day.
Ezuz is such a calm and peaceful village in the desert, and the people… read more

(Excellent )

22/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Rieke) for host

Thank you so much heli and pierre for this Great First workaway experience!
Although i was only one week with you i Really enjoyed the whole Time.
Helping With the big lunch pierre gave for a lot of people was Really interesting and my personal Highlight.
All the upcoming Work was easy to understand and to do and it even made fun.
My favorite… read more

(Excellent )

20/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Melissa)

Wonderful person and a big help. Wish you all the luck with your travels. And hope you will come back to us

(Excellent )

30/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Melissa) for host

Very relaxed work away! Beautiful beautiful horses, I really enjoyed spending time with them. They go free in the day to the desert and bring themselves home in the evening. It was such an incredible experience to see that and one I'll never forget! Heli and Pierre are really lovely people, kind hearted! I met 3 of their children and all three… read more

(Very good )

13/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniel & Maria) for host

Pretty special family! They will have a place in our hearts for the rest of our lives!
At first we were a bit overwhelmed as we didn't know what to do, how and when. But after 2 days it comes naturally!
Very chilled out hosts!
Unique place, with nice atmosphere.
Hely and Pierre are very welcoming, warm, helpful and gentle, they hosted us for… read more

(Excellent )

05/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (CQ) for host

I stayed with Heli and help out in the guesthouse for close to 2 weeks. The work was not tough and very flexible. I really enjoyed volunteering there and spending time in the desert and hanging out around the guesthouse. The work varies according to where help is needed. I mainly help out in bringing the horses out for a walk, cleaning the horse… read more

(Excellent )

27/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)

Thank you Alex for your great pictures and colourfull presence ! We hope you find us again in the future .. helpful and creative

(Excellent )

24/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host

Had a great experience with this family!

The work was pretty light- I mainly worked on keeping the rooms tidy and tidying up the kitchen with the 2 other workawayers I stayed with as well. I was able to explore the vast desert around us and it was such an incredible to escape from the busier cities. It was quiet and a beautiful scenery where I… read more

(Excellent )

11/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Anais)

Very sweet and attentive .. Engaged and always helping . We much enjoyed hosting her.

(Excellent )

11/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Anais) for host

My first and unforgettable Workaway adventure!
Heli, Pierre and their children are amazing easy-going persons who live in a peaceful and astonishingly beautiful part of Negev desert.
I've spend a week with them and I can't wait to be back.

(Excellent )

05/04/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Klaudia)

Claudia and Alec were very friendly and communicative . All the work to do they did it very quick and neat . We have really enjoyed having them. We wish you all the luck and Hope your dream will come true..

(Excellent )

05/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Klaudia) for host

The place is wonderful. Peace and quiet. Work is not heavy.
We recommend for people who like artwork like to work with recycled materials.

(Good )

29/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host

Heli and Pierre welcomed me very spontaneous and open.
I had a great time here in Ezuz and with the family. I really liked the work in the guesthouse and playing with Simona.
Thanks for a good time here!

(Very good )

24/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sarah ) for host

This place was the reason why I signed up for Workaway in first place, and it didn't disappoint me at all! I stayed for 2,5 weeks with this wonderful family at their magical desert b&b.
The things that stroke me were the beauty of the environment and the people: never ever have I experienced such an endless hospitality! We were invited numerous… read more

(Excellent )

29/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Lua) for host

I spend a month and a half in the family and it was an unforgettable experience for me. They welcomed me as if I was a part of the family, showed me the village and the wonderful Desert of Negev. They event helped me to planed a weekend in Jerusalem ! I had some great time talking with them about Israël, the world, life, everything ! The kids are… read more

(Excellent )

22/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Chase) for host

Getting here was an adventure! Work isn't too hard. Heli and Pierre are super nice. Oh, and the food is awesome!

(Good )

09/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Elise) for host

It was nice to join the family for 2 weeks. They were welcoming and generous. Work was not difficult at all but sometimes can be confusing. But if you take the initiative, you will get your way around easily. I love eating with this family as their food is really good! I would recommend this host.

(Excellent )

04/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elise)

Sin Hang is a very nice and easy going volunteer, Very worldly and pleasant in the communication. Independant worker and very sweet to the children Thank you so much and we hope you will come back

(Excellent )

01/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Lien & Emmanuel) for host

Me and my friend stayed three weeks in Gelbrichs family. It's a wonderfull place, the cute village Ezuz! We're glad we chose this family to 'introduce' us to Israël. We spend Chanouka together, met their Jewish friends, and Pierre told us a lot about Israels history and the situation at this moment.

The work is not that hard, although sometimes… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Anastasia)

You were a great help to us, sweet for the youngest children and always ready to give a hand. We miss you ... Lehitraot

(Excellent )

27/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Anastasia) for host

Comming to Ezuz was definitively the right decision!
I was with this wondelful and crazy family 3 weeks, it was such a nice experience to live in a jewish family and to celebrate sabbat with them! The work was not very hard and in a few days you will know what to do and show your own initiative.
The children and the animals are so nice and after… read more

(Excellent )

02/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Raphael)

thank you very much for your help Raph,

you were a very independent helper. Kind and attentive, precise and good spirit.
We could rely on you and the children and the horses... Hope you will find your way back to us one day and have a great journey on !

(Excellent )

01/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Raphael) for host

I spent amazing three weeks with this energetic family. Fortunately I was able to meet every member of the family and I became friends with them. Moreover it was very interesting to take part in the customs and celebrations.
The work was very easy and I think it depends on every persons skills and abilities what you are supposed to do. And I… read more

(Excellent )

15/03/2015

Left by Workawayer (Mareike) for host

go for a desert-sunrise-run with the dogs, help in the kitchen and with the guestrooms, spend the hot hours in the shade making mosaica, prepare some more delicious food with pierre, jump on the trampoline or practice trapeze skills and chill out in the evening with music, other volunteers, a good book, a movie.
and of course: nights at the chan… read more

(Excellent )

16/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Robin)

Robin was a big help, very reliable and nice for the children. Also independend. It was nice to have met him and he gave us a lot, He is part of the family.

(Excellent )

16/04/2014

Left by Workawayer (Robin) for host

I spent a few weeks with this incredible family and had a great time. Heli, Pierre and their kids are a great family and fun to hang out with. I felt like a part of the family instantly and they even let me stay when they went on holiday.

Work can be anything from gardening, building to taking care of the kids, cooking food and helping with art… read more

(Excellent )

08/12/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Clot)

tu est une fille magnifique! Tu nous mangue beaucoup ..

(Excellent )

12/05/2013

Left by Workawayer (Clot) for host

C'est endroit est magique, une bouffée de fraicheur en plein milieu du desert du Neguev !

Je considère la famille comme la mienne...ce sont vraiment des gens supers de qui on a beaucoup a apprendre.

je recommande vivement ! De plus ils vous donneront plusieurs jours de congés d'affilés qui vont permettront de visiter Israel. TOP !

Ah oui,… read more

(Excellent )

08/12/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Gracie)

Sweet Gracie, thank you for everything.. you left many a broken heart you have to come back.. we miss you!!

(Excellent )

07/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Gracie) for host

I had a wonderful time in ezuz, My friend Libby and I spent two weeks here and i loved every minute of it. We were helping Heli teach the trapeze classes to kids and also helping in the kitchen in which i learnt lots of cooking tips. I learn alot from Heli in my time here, and had great fun making all the cakes. Ezuz is such a beauitful peaceful… read more

(Excellent )

08/12/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Olivia)

thank you Olivia ( Libby ) for your inspiring visit you got us all back in shape and even painting flowers.. we miss you!

(Excellent )

07/12/2013

Left by Workawayer (Olivia) for host

I spent two weeks volunteering with the family during the summer and it was a wonderful experience. Ezuz is an incredible place, surrounded by desert in every direction, and I feel very lucky to have been able to visit it. Myself and my friend, Gracie, helped out teaching trapeze and acrobalance classes to kids and adults from around the area. We… read more

(Excellent )

04/12/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Philippa & Luca)

Pipa is a an ispiring help, very sweet with our children especially Simone. Serious in the work and attentive. Thank you Pippa.We hope you will come back to visit us.

(Excellent )

09/05/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Joanna & Cheryl)

(Excellent )

06/04/2012

Left by Workawayer (Joanna & Cheryl) for host

Coming to Heli and Pierre's family was definitely an unforgettable experience! :) Although for some days the hours were a little long, we managed to have fun, and Pierre's cooking is simply the best! It was a great learning experience for us to help with Heli's B&B too, and we now know how to properly fold a towel ;) Pierre is a great teacher, and… read more

(Very good )

09/05/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Nike)

The sweetest companion for Simone. Nike gave us some treasures: painted our chairs into works of art. We will be lifetime friends: Hope to see you back again..

(Excellent )

11/08/2011

Left by Workawayer (Nike) for host

I consider them part of my extended family and love them dearly...

(Excellent )

09/05/2013

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)

She is very talented girl in many ways not only musically. Amazingly help full: always sees what needs to be done, taking initiative and giving suggestions for improvement.. We miss you ...Good luck and all the best on your new adventures!

(Excellent )

08/05/2013

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host

I loved spending time with this international family in the beautiful Negev desert. The working agenda/time frame is not so clear most of the times but Pierre and Heli were always open for suggestions. If there is an event, it can get very busy but during the week it was more relaxed. Most of the times, work meant washing the dishes, doing the… read more

(Very good )

27/02/2011

Left by host for Workawayer (Jason)

Jason stayed with us for 10 days, he is really gentle and kind with the children, cheerful with his music. Likes his independance.

(Very good )

03/01/2011

Left by Workawayer (Kayle & Rashika ) for host

I really enjoyed volunteering here with a wonderful family. The work was light and mainly involved helping with the kids, cooking and helping around the house. The desert is an incredible place and I enjoyed the feel of our small village. I learnt so much during my stay and was very sad to leave. All the best, Rashika

(Very good )

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