Come and stay with us and enjoy our Australian lifestyle and help at our Equestrian Centre in Grose Wold, Sydney

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26/02/2022
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Gill and Martin run an Equestrian Centre in Grose Wold, Hawkesbury. We have 4 dogs 2 horses one cat and 4 chickens. Our home is set in 25 Acres of land with access to the Hawkesbury river. 1 hour and 10 min from Sydney CBD. we are close to all amenities including the historical towns of Richmond and Windsor. We would like to invite persons to come and stay with us to enjoy our Australian lifestyle, helping us with our horses, Dogs and Gardening. Gill is a qualified Classical Dressage Instructor and introduced Working Equitation to Australia and New Zealand. Riding instruction is available to interested persons.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Animal Care
Language practice
Art Projects
Help with Computers/ Internet
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help us with our horses, Dogs, Gardening and property.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
A modern rambling Australian cottage and farm house. 4 bathrooms 5 bedrooms, swimming pool and Damn.
What else ...
Grose Wold is part of the Historic towns of Windsor and Richmond. Windsor the 3rd town to be settled in the new colonies of Sydney NSW in 1810. Close to the Blue Mountains.
The link below is a good place to start for information on our area,

Hawkesbury tourism com au Hawkesbury general attractions html

We hope you have a wonderful time traveling Australia
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
3 to 5 hours

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Feedback left by and about host (9)

10/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Leonie) for host

I had a wonderful time with Gill and Martin,

They are such lovely people, Marin has the best sence for humor. The horses are very nice, friendly and nice to ride. Gill has very good horse knowledge! The place itself was in working progess at the time I was there, but shows absolute beautifull possibilities for the futher.
The work is nice and… read more

(Excellent )

10/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Leonie)

It was our pleasure to have Leonie Tack stay with us,
she is a thoughtful house guest, and a knowledgably and talented rider who is also aware of the horses she rides on many levels.
She will be an asset where ever she goes!
Sincerely
Gill and Martin

(Excellent )

01/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Jasmin) for host

Thank you Gill and Martin for inviting me to your home! It was a pleasure to meet you - such a welcoming couple. I stayed for two weeks and I enjoyed every day even if it was a bit chaotic due to the moving situation. Gill introduced me to her friend who owns horses too so that I had the chance to go horse riding and also take part in a Working… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)

Finally found the feedback page,

It was indeed a pleasure to have Emma to stay with us, and help around the house and farm. It was a very good experience all round, you will be missed keep in touch! and have a wonderful time in Melbourne!

Best wishes
Gill and Martin

(Excellent )

28/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host

I have stayed three weeks with Gill and Martin in beautiful East Kurrajong, and that have been a great experience! Gill is a very skilled and experienced 'classical dressage' and 'working equitation' instructor. Thank you Gill for helping me improve my riding skills even further, and thank you for letting me ride wonderful horses! I have gained a… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (alessandra)

Finally found the feedback page,

It was a pleasure to have Alessandra stay with us, her help and energy around the house was very much appreciated. It was a very good experience for all concerned, and we hope to see you again!
Best wishes
Martin and Gill and Bubu!

(Excellent )

04/11/2014

Left by Workawayer (alessandra) for host

I have been two week by Gill and Martin ant it has been great! They are the most welcoming people and I felt at home. Also the house is beautiful you have a luxury room. Food was fantastic all the time.
thank you so much Martin and Gill for keeping me with you and being so helpful, and I ll definitely keep in touch!

(Excellent )

30/11/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Djamal)

Finally found the feedback page,

What a pleasure it was to have Djamal to stay with us, and help around the house. It was a very good experience all round!
Best wishes
Martin ans Gill

(Excellent )

04/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Djamal) for host

Thank you very much Gill and Martin for welcoming me into your beautiful home :) I had a little trouble with English, but Gill helped me to understand. Regarding the kitchen, Martin is an excellent cook ( am picky and I was not disappointed) !
Beautiful place where you can enjoy nature !
I recommend everyone this couple very nice ;)

(Excellent )

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