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Benvenuti! Welcome! Willkommen! Bienvenue!
We are an open-minded German/Italian family (67, 56 , 27 and 24 years old). We live in the Etna Nature Reserve (since 2013 World Cultural Heritage of the U.N.E.S.C.O.), enjoying the beautiful view on the the largest active volcano in Europe.
Actually, our farm is on 900 meter above sea level, and nature is proving us pure, nice and fresh air.
We are running a small riding center which, amongst other things, offers you horseback riding, trail rides, vaulting tuition and guided walks around the volcano. Furthermore we can help you to organize trips on Etna, to the ocean and to different ancient cities like Catania, Syracuse, Taormina and Palermo.
As we live in our own center, we are available all the yearlong and we try to help Workawayers and guests in realizing one's artistic or professional inclinations,such as wood-processing, painting and various hobby and art craft courses.
For our family needs we produce jams, marmalades, with our own organic products and handmade gift items and utensils.
We organize family celebrations, birthday parties, adventures and summer programs for kids "around the horse", carriage rides, barbecue, music sitting around a pit fire,table football competitions and so on.
Our riders and guests are mostly Italians, Germans and Americans, but also from other nations. That's why we are looking for people with at least are quite fluent in English.
On the property you will find our two cottages and a small log cabin surrounded by chestnut-, olive- and fruit trees. From up a private hill you enjoy a magnificent view over Catania plain and the Ionian Sea. Looking north you can see the volcano Etna and it's main craters.
About our animals fiends, we currently have eight safe horses/ponies, a drolly sheep and a small zoo with chickens, guinea pigs and turtles. Our family friendly dog and a fluffy cat are always around. They all need a lot of care.
During the four seasons of the year we harvest mulberries, and figs, apples, nuts, almonds, chestnuts, olives and turn it to oil, jam, canned goods, cakes and cookies, for our family and guests needs.
In wintertime our houses are heated by fire place and stoves, so during the year a lot of fire wood has to be cut and chopped.
From February to March we need to trim the olive and fruit trees. There is to cut grass, to weed the flowerbeds and to take all the dry leaves away, which we use mostly for the stables.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Interests
Cycling
Hiking
Sustainability
Technology
Self development
Pets
Farming
Culture
Plant care
Music
Languages
Gardening
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Carpentry
Art & design
Animals
Outdoor activities
Nature
Mountain
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We offer food (mediterranean cuisine) and lodgings, horse riding lessons, trail rides, hiking and mountain and sea excursions. We tell you about Sicilian culture, and we can also show you some of important monuments and the colorful, Sicilian market of Catania. Of course you can practice and improve your Italian, but you are free to talk in German or English as well.
Help
We are looking for open-minded and dynamic people who would like to help us in the garden ing and structure maintenance and, the most important task to help with our 8 horses ( to clean, to feed them and to keep clean the stables and paddocks). We have even a lot of children coming for horse riding or for vaulting lessons. For adults we organize different trail rides. We have Italian, English an German people and kids, so basic knowledge of that languages would be for advantage.
We also need some help on the ground and with the trees (cutting branches and making fire wood).
Cooking and dish washing is welcome .
Other tasks may include activities like painting iron gates and wooden tables, chairs and so on. If you feel like bring in your own ideas and projects.
We prefer non-smokers.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
Our nice wooden log cabin and a cosy caravan with bathroom with shower are available for you.
During working days you share the main meal (lunch) with our family. Breakfast and dinner: During the working days it's up to you cooking in the Clubhouse kitchen.
On you days off food is not on the house, and you are supposed visiting Sicily. But if you want to rest and spend your time at the farm you are free to buy everything you need and cook by yourself in the kitchen.
What else ...
Most of the time one or two of our family members are at on the farm.
So you can ask for help anytime. We can give you a lift to the next supermarket or village or to the next bus stop (4 km). From there the bus will take you to Catania or other main towns of Sicily.
In summertime sometimes we organize event parties you can join.
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?
More than two
My animals / pets
Lola
Haflinger/Gipsy mix
Fatima
Arabian mix
Stella
Best friend of all kids
Rio
Lusitano mix
Serena
Sanfratellano mix
Samia
Haflinger/Quater mix
Rosita
Daxi
Maxin
Labrador/Corso Mix
Super friendly and calm female
Host ref number: 385425381912
Feedback (46)
14 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
I stayed at Petra's farm for a few weeks, and it was a fantastic experience. Petra is a welcoming, friendly, and creative host, always ready to share her knowledge about horses and much more. She is also an excellent cook, able to adapt her meals to your needs. All the family members and the people I met during this Workaway experience were… read more
23 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Beate)
With Beste we had a treasure at our farm. She spent two months with us and our horses, and we still miss her.
She is a very friendly person and was immediately accepted by everyone, and she was always ready to help wherever it was needed. We had good conversations together, and spent time to explore the surrounding area, on horseback, by foot or… read more
She is a very friendly person and was immediately accepted by everyone, and she was always ready to help wherever it was needed. We had good conversations together, and spent time to explore the surrounding area, on horseback, by foot or… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Beate) for host
I stayed on the farm from 28 th of oktober till 22 nd of december and it was a great time for me. Petra and her family are warmhearted and friendly. I have learned a lot about how life works at the foot of the volcano and how to make fire :-).
To take care of the horses every day, the olive harvest, collecting wood in the forest, plant olive… read more
To take care of the horses every day, the olive harvest, collecting wood in the forest, plant olive… read more
8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jane)
Jane is a special person. We immediately loved her, and it was always a pleasure to have her around. With always a big smile she helped wherever it was nessecary. Quick she got in conference with our animals, specially with the horses, and she was a good a pationed help for our little riding students. She became a quite good rider as well.
And I… read more
And I… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jane) for host
Petra, thank you so much for having me. Thank you and your beautiful team for making it this easy and fun diving into farm life. I made so many great memories during the month I stayed at sole dell‘Etna for you were all very warm and welcoming. It was easy to fall in love with all the chickens, cats, the dog, queen Maggy the sheep, the beautiful… read more
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14 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Claudia) for host
I stayed at Petra's farm for a few weeks, and it was a fantastic experience. Petra is a welcoming, friendly, and creative host, always ready to share her knowledge about horses and much more. She is also an excellent cook, able to adapt her meals to your needs. All the family members and the people I met during this Workaway experience were… read more
23 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Beate)
With Beste we had a treasure at our farm. She spent two months with us and our horses, and we still miss her.
She is a very friendly person and was immediately accepted by everyone, and she was always ready to help wherever it was needed. We had good conversations together, and spent time to explore the surrounding area, on horseback, by foot or… read more
She is a very friendly person and was immediately accepted by everyone, and she was always ready to help wherever it was needed. We had good conversations together, and spent time to explore the surrounding area, on horseback, by foot or… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Beate) for host
I stayed on the farm from 28 th of oktober till 22 nd of december and it was a great time for me. Petra and her family are warmhearted and friendly. I have learned a lot about how life works at the foot of the volcano and how to make fire :-).
To take care of the horses every day, the olive harvest, collecting wood in the forest, plant olive… read more
To take care of the horses every day, the olive harvest, collecting wood in the forest, plant olive… read more
8 Dec 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jane)
Jane is a special person. We immediately loved her, and it was always a pleasure to have her around. With always a big smile she helped wherever it was nessecary. Quick she got in conference with our animals, specially with the horses, and she was a good a pationed help for our little riding students. She became a quite good rider as well.
And I… read more
And I… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jane) for host
Petra, thank you so much for having me. Thank you and your beautiful team for making it this easy and fun diving into farm life. I made so many great memories during the month I stayed at sole dell‘Etna for you were all very warm and welcoming. It was easy to fall in love with all the chickens, cats, the dog, queen Maggy the sheep, the beautiful… read more
20 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lorenza) for host
I’ve stayed for two months with Petra, Gaetano and their family and I couldn’t be more grateful for this time. Petra is an amazing host and a very warm and kind person, who made me feel welcome and at home from the start.
During my time on Petra’s farm I’ve learned a lot about working with horses and children as well as various tasks of crafts… read more
During my time on Petra’s farm I’ve learned a lot about working with horses and children as well as various tasks of crafts… read more
5 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Amy) for host
It took me far too long to get around to leaving this feedback, but I’m glad to finally say that as my first workaway was an amazing, life changing experience that I’ll never forget about.
Petra and Gaetano truly make sure that you feel at home with wonderful cooking, kind words and a beautiful home. I’ll never forget about the excellent lunches… read more
Petra and Gaetano truly make sure that you feel at home with wonderful cooking, kind words and a beautiful home. I’ll never forget about the excellent lunches… read more
29 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host
I know, I'm way to late with my feedback, but just when I left feedback for another host I realised, that I've never left feedback for Petra. And I think, I still own her that, because I had a great time at her place! If you like to work with horses and children, that's the place to be. She is a really experienced host, so everything is going… read more
10 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Nico) for host
Petra is a wonderful host and she will make you feel at home right away. She is everything you can ask for and is really doing some effort that the workaway crew is enjoying their stay.
Petra and her partner Gaetano gave me.horse riding lessons and took me out for trail rides. we shared good food together and it's possible to get a ride to town… read more
Petra and her partner Gaetano gave me.horse riding lessons and took me out for trail rides. we shared good food together and it's possible to get a ride to town… read more
30 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nico)
If you have Nico around you have a treasure at home!
Nico spent five weeks at our farm and it was a real pleasure to have him around.
In these weeks he learnt how to ride a horse and how to deal with horses and other animals.
He helped us to make firewood, to build a new wooden fence, to get ready our guesthouse and much more.
He is very tidy, a… read more
Nico spent five weeks at our farm and it was a real pleasure to have him around.
In these weeks he learnt how to ride a horse and how to deal with horses and other animals.
He helped us to make firewood, to build a new wooden fence, to get ready our guesthouse and much more.
He is very tidy, a… read more
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Emily) for host
I spent 7 weeks with Petra and her family, and still can't believe how quickly my time flew by. From the moment I arrived I knew that Petra had a warm and kind heart, as I felt instantly at ease and welcomed. A normal day consisted of tending to the horses morning and afternoon, preparing the horses for trail rides or lessons and working on any… read more
21 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Cheyenne) for host
What a time!
I've been on Petra's farm for 3,5 months and I personally think that this is a perfekt amount of time to spend in this beautiful place, so you can really feel home at the farm, get to know everyone and everything and get the chance to see some parts of sicily.
For this time I've got the chance to live the real farm life, which of… read more
I've been on Petra's farm for 3,5 months and I personally think that this is a perfekt amount of time to spend in this beautiful place, so you can really feel home at the farm, get to know everyone and everything and get the chance to see some parts of sicily.
For this time I've got the chance to live the real farm life, which of… read more
19 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna )
Johanna was an absolutely good fit for all of us.
She learnt a lot about horses, how to feed and take care of them, and she was a good help for the children's' lessons as well.
It was a pleasure to see improving her riding skills day by day .
Johanna was always in a good mood, whatever had to be done, and I appreciated her calm and friendly way of… read more
She learnt a lot about horses, how to feed and take care of them, and she was a good help for the children's' lessons as well.
It was a pleasure to see improving her riding skills day by day .
Johanna was always in a good mood, whatever had to be done, and I appreciated her calm and friendly way of… read more
(Excellent)
17 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Johanna ) for host
What a beautiful start of my journey in sicily 🌞
I stayed for five weeks at Petras place and totally loved it. The surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and there's a lot to see!
The work consisted mostly of taking care of the horses like cleaning the stables and feeding the horses twice a day getting them ready for trailrides or riding… read more
I stayed for five weeks at Petras place and totally loved it. The surrounding area is absolutely beautiful and there's a lot to see!
The work consisted mostly of taking care of the horses like cleaning the stables and feeding the horses twice a day getting them ready for trailrides or riding… read more
8 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Josefine) for host
I absolutely loved my stay at Petra's farm! She, her family, and her friends are all very kind people, super sweet, and will help you make the most of your trip. I'm very grateful for them all. The horses are all great, and I miss them so much already. Other tasks besides feeding and cleaning the horses every day included simple maintenance work… read more
11 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host
I am very grateful for Petra and her family for this unforgettable experience in a very unique place around mount Etna. Even though I was not really experienced with horses, Petra had a chance to let me know about how to take care of them. Very comfortable stay for a workawayers, great food and fresh air daily. Would definitely recommend to stay… read more
16 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alexis) for host
This was my first Workaway experience and it was great. The work was very easy and simple and I learned a lot as well. I really enjoyed the home cooked lunches we shared with Petra’s family every day. Plus, I often had free time to explore the beautiful towns near by or hike on etna. Overall it was a great experience and I would highly recommend.
28 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Cameron)
Cam is a strong minded but also sensible personality! She is still young and starting up her carrier with horses and other animals, but she knows already a lot about them.
Cam stayed with us for two months and was a great help, and it was a pleasure to have her around.
We wish her all the best for her future.
Petra and family
Cam stayed with us for two months and was a great help, and it was a pleasure to have her around.
We wish her all the best for her future.
Petra and family
(Excellent)
13 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Cameron) for host
I stayed at Petra's farm for a little over two months from July to September. I had such a great experience and will always remember the time I spent there. Petra was also incredibly understanding when I had a family emergency and had to fly home for a few days. The animals are great, the people are great; it's hard to beat. I was very blessed to… read more
27 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Letty) for host
Amazing experience with Petra and family, very welcoming, very accommodating and made me feel at home. feel very blessed to have given the opportunity to stay with Petra in Scisly and hope to return again at some stage. I shared my time with lovely other volunteers which made the experience even better.
8 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)
Katharina stayed with us for three months she became like a member of the family.
Always smiling and in a good mood she helped whereever she could: caring of the horses and other animals, helping with painting and garden works or in the kitchen. She entertained the riding kids, and it was always a pleasure to spend time with her.
Highly… read more
Always smiling and in a good mood she helped whereever she could: caring of the horses and other animals, helping with painting and garden works or in the kitchen. She entertained the riding kids, and it was always a pleasure to spend time with her.
Highly… read more
(Excellent)
3 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host
The three months at Petra's farm are counting to the best experiences of my life.
From the first moment I felt very welcomed and it didn't take long time when it was more a feeling like being at home, because of Petra, her wonderful family and the sweet animals.
I learned a lot about horses, to take care of animals and we did a lot of other,… read more
From the first moment I felt very welcomed and it didn't take long time when it was more a feeling like being at home, because of Petra, her wonderful family and the sweet animals.
I learned a lot about horses, to take care of animals and we did a lot of other,… read more
8 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Hassan)
Hassan stayed on our farm for five weeks. It was very helpful to have him. He chopped a lot of firewood, did some garden work and cared for our seven horses nearly every day.
He improved a lot his riding skills on different horses and went out with us for long trails. Our riding kids loved him. Communicating with Hassan was always nice and… read more
He improved a lot his riding skills on different horses and went out with us for long trails. Our riding kids loved him. Communicating with Hassan was always nice and… read more
(Very good)
7 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Hassan) for host
Very nice and heartwarming stay. I felt like being on my own farm and working with my own family 🤗🤗🤗🤗.
31 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (David & Ulrike)
If you are looking for experienced, hard working and always friendly people, you should invite this couple! We still miss them...!!
Ulrike and her husband David stayed six weeks with us at our riding and vacation farm. They are very hard workers, always friendly and their help and presence was just great.
Ulrike has a lot of experience with horses… read more
Ulrike and her husband David stayed six weeks with us at our riding and vacation farm. They are very hard workers, always friendly and their help and presence was just great.
Ulrike has a lot of experience with horses… read more
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (David & Ulrike) for host
We stayed on Petra's horsefarm for nearly 6 weeks - and it was an amazing experience! Petra is a very warm-hearted person, she always wanted to make us feel good while working and even on our days off. There is always a lot to do on the farm, of course: beside the work with the horses every morning and in the evenings, we trimmed trees, cut some… read more
20 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia is a calm and responsible girl, always smiling and always ready to help with any tasks. She loved to learn new things and improved a lot her riding on horseback.
We had a lovely time with her.
Absolutely raccomanded!
We had a lovely time with her.
Absolutely raccomanded!
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
My six weeks at Petra`s farm were AMAZING!
When you are here, time flies by very fast and you spend the whole day outside with the horses! There is always much work to do and I had the possibility to go on beautiful trail rides very often. All the horses and the other animals are friendly, especially Maxine, the cutest dog ever! (I miss her!!)… read more
When you are here, time flies by very fast and you spend the whole day outside with the horses! There is always much work to do and I had the possibility to go on beautiful trail rides very often. All the horses and the other animals are friendly, especially Maxine, the cutest dog ever! (I miss her!!)… read more
12 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Veronika) for host
Such a lovely time!
It was my first workaway experience and I definitely recommend Petra's farm for everyone who love animals, nature and hard work. I spent only one month on the farm but I had so much new experience. I travelled a lot with my friendly roommates (Hi Judith, hi Julia! I miss you both ❤️), I tried the typical Sicilian foods and I… read more
It was my first workaway experience and I definitely recommend Petra's farm for everyone who love animals, nature and hard work. I spent only one month on the farm but I had so much new experience. I travelled a lot with my friendly roommates (Hi Judith, hi Julia! I miss you both ❤️), I tried the typical Sicilian foods and I… read more
20 Sep 2021
Left by Workawayer (Anaïs) for host
A first Workaway experience that I will remember all my life ! 🇮🇹
Petra, her family and all the members of her equestrian center are very welcoming and kind. 🥰
I had such a good time during my stay in Sicily, every time pushing my departure. And it was after 2 months at Petra's house that I left with tears in my eyes but I would come back as soon… read more
Petra, her family and all the members of her equestrian center are very welcoming and kind. 🥰
I had such a good time during my stay in Sicily, every time pushing my departure. And it was after 2 months at Petra's house that I left with tears in my eyes but I would come back as soon… read more
30 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Laura) for host
My stay in Sicily was absolutely wonderful and exciting!
I stayed for one month and it really felt like home, there were so many lovely people! Petra and Gaetano are very nice and both are so strong and passionate about their job and I always admired their connection with the horses. I had nothing to do with horses before my stay and now I just… read more
I stayed for one month and it really felt like home, there were so many lovely people! Petra and Gaetano are very nice and both are so strong and passionate about their job and I always admired their connection with the horses. I had nothing to do with horses before my stay and now I just… read more
8 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Lorrie) for host
Oh dear, what a lovely, fantastic, amazing and incredible experience I had with Petra, her family and all the wonderful people working or helping at her horse riding center!!
It is an unforgettable adventure that you will live if you decide to go there. So don't hesitate no more and GO. Give Petra everything she deserves : assistance, help,… read more
It is an unforgettable adventure that you will live if you decide to go there. So don't hesitate no more and GO. Give Petra everything she deserves : assistance, help,… read more
8 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Louise)
Having Louise with you means to have a treasure at home.
A quick learner, super clean, very responsible, open minded and always willing to help and to learn new things, that is Louise.
We spent five lovely month together on our riding and vacation farm, and we still miss her.
Welcome back whenever you want, dear Louise!
A quick learner, super clean, very responsible, open minded and always willing to help and to learn new things, that is Louise.
We spent five lovely month together on our riding and vacation farm, and we still miss her.
Welcome back whenever you want, dear Louise!
(Excellent)
16 Apr 2021
Left by Workawayer (Louise) for host
I could not have found a better place for my first Workaway experience.
I had the idea to stay maybe 4 weeks and ended up staying 5 months! I really felt like part of the family and very at home on the farm. The people and the animals are incredible, so friendly and welcoming and you are sure to have a lot of fun and laughs.
I learnt so much from… read more
I had the idea to stay maybe 4 weeks and ended up staying 5 months! I really felt like part of the family and very at home on the farm. The people and the animals are incredible, so friendly and welcoming and you are sure to have a lot of fun and laughs.
I learnt so much from… read more
8 Sep 2020
Left by Workawayer (Adélaïde) for host
How to tell about my stay at Petra’s…
Not so easy, it’s like talking about family, some much to say!
At first Petra accepted to take me quickly because I was in a bad situation in another farm in Sicily.
Immediately I felt at home and everyone was really friendly.
My plans was, in the beginning, to stay 3 weeks and finally I only left 5 months… read more
Not so easy, it’s like talking about family, some much to say!
At first Petra accepted to take me quickly because I was in a bad situation in another farm in Sicily.
Immediately I felt at home and everyone was really friendly.
My plans was, in the beginning, to stay 3 weeks and finally I only left 5 months… read more
11 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marco) for host
I stayed at petras farm for 10 days and my stay was very mixed. For me the work consisted of feeding and cleaning in the morning and night - maybe around (2.5-3hours each day) and because of this there is no days off as the horses need to be fed and cleaned each day. I also had odd jobs around the farm and also helped with cleaning the air bnbs… read more
11 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I've stayed at Petra's ranch for 3 weeks in September 2019. (sorry for the late feedback)
I was lucky to be there at the same time as "Lauren Paige". She did a very good resume of our daily routine and my time there (see her comment below). My time at the Ranch was unforgettable!
I've lean a lot from Sicilian culture (mmmmh arranchini) and… read more
I was lucky to be there at the same time as "Lauren Paige". She did a very good resume of our daily routine and my time there (see her comment below). My time at the Ranch was unforgettable!
I've lean a lot from Sicilian culture (mmmmh arranchini) and… read more
16 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marta & Yan) for host
We will probably never be capable of expressing fully our gratitude for the time spent at Petra's farm and riding centre. It was our first workaway experience (which is worth mentioning, but it were not the rose-tinted glasses of newbies that made us write that feedback) and let's just say: WOW. Our host, Petra, and her wonderful circle of family… read more
19 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ulrike) for host
The riding centre is located on the foothills of the Aetna circa 1000 m above sealevel. I spent two and a half months there. It was about the rough nights and the Aetna was always very active. We could even see its fires in the night. So, the energy level was extremely high and so was my time: extremely challenging and transforming. On the one… read more
3 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lauren Paige) for host
So sorry to post this feedback so late! I stayed with Petra, Gaetano and Marco for three weeks in September and had a wonderful end to my Workaway experience. I felt really immersed in the family life and was able to spend a lot of time chatting and laughing with both Petra and Gaetano.
The mornings started early around 7am where all the animals… read more
The mornings started early around 7am where all the animals… read more
27 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrew)
Andrew is one of the guys you would like to have always around: polite, friendly, strong, easy going, respectful, serious and responsible.
He is a very good carpenter, knows how to use all tools and helped me to build a new wood store and a beautiful new wooden fence around the main house.
He chopped a lot of fire wood, got up in the early… read more
He is a very good carpenter, knows how to use all tools and helped me to build a new wood store and a beautiful new wooden fence around the main house.
He chopped a lot of fire wood, got up in the early… read more
(Excellent)
25 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Andrew) for host
Wonderful experience!
Amazing nature, gorgeous horses, friendly and funny people with big life experience, international team of volunteers.
Location: Petra’s house is located in national park at the root of Etna => you will stay among nature with fantastic landscapes but a bit far away from civilization (for whom it’s important).
Host: Petra… read more
Amazing nature, gorgeous horses, friendly and funny people with big life experience, international team of volunteers.
Location: Petra’s house is located in national park at the root of Etna => you will stay among nature with fantastic landscapes but a bit far away from civilization (for whom it’s important).
Host: Petra… read more
21 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Gabrielle) for host
I spent a fantastic three weeks with Petra and her family . It was such an enriching experience and I miss them everyday,
I had no previous experience with horses but I learnt so much in my time there . Petra has so much knowledge that she willingly share. She is kind , patient, creative , funny and a great cook ! You will learn not just about the… read more
I had no previous experience with horses but I learnt so much in my time there . Petra has so much knowledge that she willingly share. She is kind , patient, creative , funny and a great cook ! You will learn not just about the… read more
29 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (pvbunge) for host
I have stayed here for the month of May (2019) and I had a wonderful time. My original plan was to stay with another host, who cancelled a week before my arrival. I contacted Petra six days before my plane would go to Sicily, to ask if she still had a spot for me. She responded extremely fast and within 24 hours we had figured everything out.
On… read more
On… read more
18 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lara) for host
It's been over a month since I've stayed with Petra and I still think about it every other day. I spent 3 weeks there and it was fantastic. I felt like part of the family from day one, because everyone was so open and accepting and just super nice. Petra and Gaetano are kind and friendly people. Marco is quiet but likes to tease people, so it was… read more
14 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
I've stayed 4 weeks with Petra and her family on her farm in Sicily. It was my first workaway experience and I don't think it could have been better. After the first day I felt at home and as a part of the family. It is the perfect place to learn how the sicilian lifestyle is and to work with very individuell animals in the beautiful landscape… read more
16 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Maria Luz & Gabriel) for host
We spent two wonderful weeks with Petra and her family, they are adorable and fun people. We have enjoyed a lot of this beautiful place and its views of Etna, and especially work with horses, Sissy and the rest of the animals, they are wonderful. Grazie mille famiglia !!!
14 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Wintertraum)
We had a great time with Kathy. She is a sunny, easy going, open minded and friendly girl full of power and resorses.
We still miss her!
We still miss her!
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Wintertraum) for host
I had such a wonderful time! I am glad I got the chance to stay at the Riding centre even though I was only able to stay for two weeks. It has been my first workaway experience and this time will always be a treasure of my memory! I learned a lot about horses and enjoyed the time with the animals and the family. They welcomed me right away as if I… read more
8 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Holly) for host
This was my first ever work away experience and will take a lot to beat it! Petra is the most amazing, talented, creative woman and I have learnt so much from my stay. Not only are you working with the horses and animals but you get to see so much of the beautiful local area. I felt completely welcomed into the family and I was very sad to leave… read more
31 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
The best place to do workaway in Sicily. If you love horses and kids - this is your place.
Petra and Gaetano are the most amazing persons and have helped me so much to feel at home in Sicily. They are super caring and generous, both to people and animals :) The best thing about them is that they always believe in you, I developed my riding skills… read more
Petra and Gaetano are the most amazing persons and have helped me so much to feel at home in Sicily. They are super caring and generous, both to people and animals :) The best thing about them is that they always believe in you, I developed my riding skills… read more
6 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Travis) for host
I can go on and on about how great this experience was for me but I will try to keep it as short as possible. Petra is an amazing woman. Intelligent, understanding, caring, the list goes on and on. She made me feel right at home from the start till the end. The property is situated at the base of Mount Etna which blew me away. It's incredible.… read more
27 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
Charlotte is a very friendly, sensitive and open minded person. She was interested in everything and did all the tasks we asked for correctly. We had a good experience with her. Unfortunally she choosed the coldest period (February) to stay with us, and sometimes the fight against the low temperatures wasn't easy for her.
We wish her all the best… read more
We wish her all the best… read more
(Very good)
11 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I stayed two wonderful weeks with Petra and her family - unfortunately I had chosen the coldest time of the year (January) and since the workawayers stay in a wooden house without solid walls I couldn't stay any longer.
Petra is a warm hearted women, who's conscious of her surroundings (of her animals and the environment as much as of the people… read more
Petra is a warm hearted women, who's conscious of her surroundings (of her animals and the environment as much as of the people… read more
27 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Marlies) for host
Petra and her family are very experienced hosts and made my one month stay as pleasant as possible :) They are warm and caring people with exciting stories to tell.
I was really lucky with the time of the year (May), because of the colorful nature and mainly warm temperatures. The farm and its surroundings are a paradise, there are so many… read more
I was really lucky with the time of the year (May), because of the colorful nature and mainly warm temperatures. The farm and its surroundings are a paradise, there are so many… read more
8 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (SOFIA ) for host
My family abroad! The true Solle dell' Etna are this family and the wonrderfull animals. I spend two months with them, i keep in my mind the most beatiful memories, even until today those images bring a smile to me. The quietness of the mountain, that place was my oasis.
The job was very easy, simple and funny, as long as you love animals! All… read more
The job was very easy, simple and funny, as long as you love animals! All… read more
26 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Malin) for host
Five stars to this kind family. Good views, plenty of opportunities to see the area and feel how to live in sicily. The horses (and all other animals) are friendly and good friends in your workday.
If you want to see the real countryside of Sicily, go to Petra for some workweeks. You will not be disappointed!
They have just open our eyes for… read more
If you want to see the real countryside of Sicily, go to Petra for some workweeks. You will not be disappointed!
They have just open our eyes for… read more
21 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Bilsena) for host
I spent almost 5 weeks at Petras besutiful property and with the fabulous animals. Unfortunately during alsmost my hole stay I had no workaway partner, so there was work for more than 5hours per day. Petra, her partner Gateano and the kids are kind and help u with whatever question you have. Gaetano often gave me a Ride and I had a lot of nice… read more
29 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Danielle ) for host
Petra is a wonderful host! Her property is beautiful with animals and nature and an amazing view. Sicily is magical and this is a great place to experience it! She is very friendly, always laughing and smiling. Her horses are very well trained and I had so much fun improving my riding skills! There is a good balance of work and resting time. And… read more
21 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle )
Always friendly, ready to to learn and to help out even with difficult tasks, easy going with everybody and very friendly to children. That is Danielle. And now she is also a quite good horseback rider.
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandrine & Dominik)
A great couple!!
Very hard workers, always friendly, punctually, correctly, ready to learn more and to do everything well.
Thank you for the four weeks spending with us!
Very hard workers, always friendly, punctually, correctly, ready to learn more and to do everything well.
Thank you for the four weeks spending with us!
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Carly & Daniel)
A great couple!!
Always smiling and friendly, openminded, helpful, punctually, very hard workers.
Thanks so much for the five weeks with us!
Always smiling and friendly, openminded, helpful, punctually, very hard workers.
Thanks so much for the five weeks with us!
(Excellent)
