Come and join us and the animals in our garden in Antalya, Turkey

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I am sheltering abandoned and stray dogs and cats. I have some 40 cats and 15 dogs. Some of the dogs are kenneled as they have issues with the cats/other animals therefore, we need help with walking the dogs and playing/training them.

We moved to this new garden of 12-acres with some 250 trees of pomegranate, olive, lemon, orange. (Will upload new photos soon). Our stray animals are still with us (cats and dogs) and we need some true help in taking care of the garden, trees and strays. Feeding & playing with the animals; cleaning garden (litter picking, grass cutting); taking care of trees such as trimming, dunging and picking fruits for sales purpose, planting new trees; maintenance and organizing, doing pinterest projects.

Help at home like daily cleaning of the cat litters, vacuuming & mopping the house is also expected. Since we have to spend lots of time in front of the PC, our meals are not planned and the fridge is at your service :) The food can be vegetarian or vegan friendly. Although I am at the ranch most of the time, there will also be a lot of times where you will be working on your own because of my work schedule, so please be prepared for that as well. We also love anyone that can cook or be creative (dog houses/solar power/new ideas, etc.)

Please note that I ask for a 3 week stay minimum, as it takes some time to become familiar with the dogs and daily routine. For stays longer than 3 months you will need employee visa, which I did in the past for some of the workawayer friends several times.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will primarily learn a lot about animal care and dog behavior, as well as experiencing life in a more rural area, Turkish culture and food, and the Turkish language if you are interested.
Help
Feeding & playing with the animals; cleaning garden (litter picking, grass cutting); taking care of trees such as trimming, dunging and picking fruits for sales purpose, planting new trees; maintenance and organizing, pinterest projects.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Turkish: Fluent
This host offers a language exchange
I would very much like to develop my very basic Italian and also learn Spanish from scratch. And in exchange I would be happy to teach you basic Turkish language.
Accommodation
2 private rooms.
What else ...
The farm is located app 10 minutes from Antalya international airport. There are buses to the city center. Antalya is well known with its history and the lovely beaches...
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
There is enough place in the garden for mid-large vans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (109)

03/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Robinson ) for host

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(Neutral )

06/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Antonia & Kane)

Another couple we love!!! They are amazing, clever and easy going. They were one of the best couples we had and it was a big pleasure to have them here with us. Perfect with animals, don’t panic and got the hold of the ranch very quickly. We wish they stayed longer and like forever :)

Love, love, love you guys!

(Excellent )

06/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Roxana & Matthias)

5-star rating is not enough for Roxy and Matthias. We are very sorry that this feedback is late but I hope we can make it up to them some day. Roxy and Matthias had to take care of the ranch because we had many other issues and they did a perfect job. Two very clever, very helpful, very easy going people we loved and we are grateful for. I cannot… read more

(Excellent )

06/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Lara)

Lara is a very hard working, calm, peaceful volunteer who knows a lot about animals. Her past experience was a big plus for us because she also gave us some ideas on how to improve the ranch and so on... she was a great help and we hope she will be happy in her journey in life :)

(Excellent )

06/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Zane)

Zane was a great addition to the ranch. He is one of the youngest volunteers we had until now but he is able to adapt easily and is very open to learning new things. He loves animals and after all, that is what mattered the most for us. He is clever, way mature than his age and is very nice to chat with. Any host would be lucky to have him. We… read more

(Excellent )

04/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Zane) for host

This was a great experience for me, learning how to handle the dogs in good and bad situations has given me a much better picture of how hard it is to run such a large dog and cat shelter, much respect to Itir and Camil for their hard work. The best part was of coarse the animals, some special dogs and some of the nicest cats Ive ever encountered.… read more

(Excellent )

20/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (amr) for host

Hi! The place is pretty good i mean there was dogs and cats everywhere and felt warm there,the work is not hard at all i can do everything in 2.5 hours,the hoster is nice but sometimes he's kinda weird,i don't know,i can't recognize if he's real or just acting so i keep my face stoned lol,he was talking about positivity but i felt like he got bad… read more

(Very good )

08/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Yousif & Ahmed ) for host

I stayed at ranch for 11 days during July, and thoroughly enjoyed my experience at the ranch. The work consisted of taking care of the dogs, cats and the ranch. We (the volunteers) would clean up and vacuum the fur and any mess from the animals at the house and then we would feed the dogs during sunset and walk them later. The owners are very… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Alina) for host

I stayed here for 3 weeks in August and it was something amazing... There is so kind, lovely, helpful, friendly atmosphere in this home. About 150 cats and dogs in the one place and it was just WOW, all of them are so special with their own story and all of them just love you from the 1st meeting. It was my first experience with animals and I… read more

(Excellent )

18/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ahmet )

Ahmed is a very nice man who helped us a lot. He came at a time when we were in need of volunteers and he made our lives easy. He is perfect with animals, listens to you very carefully and asks if he does not know a thing. He also takes responsibility in his own hands, is always smiling, a perfect addition to our family. He wlll be missed very… read more

(Excellent )

18/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Ahmet ) for host

This is my first volunteer work and it's very memorable experience serving to lovely animals, the host is very hospitable friendly funny couple it's more likely live with family full of love atmosphere, even though thats not my home but I feel like lived in my own house keep the environment clean like what I want it to be, the accommodation is… read more

(Excellent )

25/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Andrei) for host

A month passed since we left the ranch. We were hesitant to write this review because it feels so unpersonal and would mean that this is just another workaway to us. We are finding it hard to find words to describe how amazing this place is and how lucky we are to have this workaway as our first. W originally planned to stay for a month or even… read more less if I'm not practicing my turkish (I'm a turkish language student and that was the main reason we came to this ranch, aside from love for animals ofcourse). We stayed for 2 month, and even that wasn't enough. Trust us when we say this, no time is enough to spend on this ranch. You either come here for 5 days or get ''stuck'' here for more then you originally planned (aka MONTHS). Once you come here, you will instantly fall in love with all of the animals and the positive vibe and love Itir and Kamil (and other volunteers) are spreading. No work will ever be hard on this ranch once you get here. We have never felt more relaxed than here. And just in the first few days this place became our home. And the people and animals living here became our family. Kamil and Itir are some of the kindest people we've met in our lives. We admire everything they do for their animals or as we call them ''their children''. The animals on the ranch are some of the happiest we have seen in a while. Every one of them has a different character and it's amazing how filled with love they are. It takes just a second to fall in love with all of them and want to give all of that love back every second of the day. Kamil and Itir will welcome you as part of their family and won't treat you like just some workawayer or an ''employee''. Which makes it all that harder to leave. We laughed when coming here, and cried when leaving. Heartbreak is awaiting for you here and it will be hard to leave. But you will be leaving with a heart full of love and with a couple (hundred) of family members more.
CHOOSE THIS RANCH AS YOUR WORKAWAY. Your future self is going to thank me, TRUST ME. Kamil and Itir (and all the volunteers we have met on the ran) are now our family. We are actually waiting to officially adopt one of the pups that came to the ranch and can't explain how excited we are for her to arrive to Croatia. Now we have an excuse to go to the ranch whenever we can because our little Tesla needs her friends and those play-dates must happen. Maybe this review is not helpfull in describing the chores and your day at the ranch, but this ranch really isn't about that. This ranch is so much more.
P.S.Writing this review feels like saying goodbye. But, it surely isn't because we are coming back as soon as we can and this time you won't know how to get rid of us! Sending all of our love to Kamil, Itir, Xav, Jess, Llew, Joe, Lauren, Viki, Gui and Rhia and all of our cuddles to our animal family. Kisses until next time! <3

(Excellent )

20/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Andrei)

Ivona and Andrei stayed with us for 2 months, and fit in perfectly with our ranch family! Andrei is a skilled handy man who fixed roofs and our grass cutter again and again, and built a pen for our puppies! Because of Ivona's studies, she was also able to help out with some translation work, which was so helpful for us! They helped us with lots of… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Xavier)

Xav stayed with us for 3 weeks, and is a hard-working but laid back guy who fit into our ranch family perfectly! He was easy going and great with the dogs, and we loved having him around! Xav made sure every dog and cat was happy and felt loved everyday, and was always positive and in a good mood. We miss you and hope to see you again! Safe… read more

(Excellent )

12/06/2018

Left by Workawayer (Xavier) for host

What can I say... if you're thinking about doing this experience, do it. I got extremely lucky for my first work-away job to be with Kamil and Itir and the dogs and cats. Between the animals and Kamil and Itir, I was spoilt with love. The vibe was really nice and Kamil and Itir felt like my temporary Mum and Dad, and together with the animals and… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Lauren & Joanna )

We love you, Lauren and Jo! Thank you for being amazing every single day, and going above and beyond to help us out! We were so lucky to have Lauren stay with us for 2 weeks, and Jo for 3 weeks! They spent every spare minute grooming, playing with, or just giving love to the dogs, and were just amazing with the animals!
Any host is lucky to have… read more

(Excellent )

20/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (rhea)

Rhea stayed with us for 10 days, and was an amazing help as we suddenly became short of volunteers! Thank you for your hard work and all the love you gave the dogs, as well as all the laughs and conversations we had! All the best for your future travels and we hope to see you again!

(Excellent )

21/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Victória & Guilherme )

We are so in love with this couple! They are one of the best couples we had so far and we cannot tell you enough how good they were. All that can be said is please come backkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk! Anybody to host them would be very lucky!

We can write how good they are, how responsible and how lovely they are but really words would not be enough to… read more

(Excellent )

12/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Victória & Guilherme ) for host

Cann we give 10 stars??!!
This was our second experience and could not have been better. Our goal was to stay 2 weeks and extend to 2 months. And we would stay longer if it was not because of the visa. The activities were simple like walking the dogs in the morning, cleaning the house, cleaning all the litter boxes, feeding the cats and dogs, and… read more

(Excellent )

04/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (José Miguel) for host

Thank you Kamil and Itir!! I love this place, our team was very unified and happy every day. This is one of the best workaways I've done; nice and friendly people, beautiful dogs and a huge ranch full of nature! I felt really comfortable like at home. I Hope to go back one day:)
Thank you Itir, Kamil, Pau, Valentin, Jess, Llew, Nuray, Nastia and… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (José Miguel)

Miguel stayed with us for 3 weeks, and was quickly amazing and confident with the dogs! He fit in well with our group, and is a hard working but easy going guy. He was always calm with the dogs, giving them lots of attention and making them feel loved. Miguel is a lovely and interesting guy, and we really enjoyed having you here!

He was always… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Pau & Victor)

Pau was the perfect addition to our family at the ranch! He went above and beyond to help with tasks, and most importantly make sure every animal was happy. He is reliable and hard working, and a great cook too, making us some amazing Spanish omelets! He also organised a games night for us all at the ranch, which was a lot of fun! Pau was always… read more

(Excellent )

28/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Pau & Victor) for host

My experience in this ranch it was just perfect.
I met fantastic people. Camil and Itir are so nice, I feel like in my house there.
And the time that I spent in the ranch was good because the others volunteers.
Between the owners and them I learnd everything necessary to take care the dogs and the cats, and enjoy this place.
In the middle of the… read more

(Excellent )

09/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (nuray)

Nuray is one of the best! She is hardworking, lovely, very polite, smiling at all times and is never tired. When she arrived, she immediately adapted and was as if she was a member of the ranch for a long time. She is very responsible, very trustworthy and all the other things you can ask for. We feel like she is our little sister and she is… read more

(Excellent )

05/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (nuray) for host

I don't know where to start from.I stayed short time.It was my first experience with dogs and cats.It is a peaceful place,amazing nature,sky.I have learned so many good things and I had so many good memories with you guys in a short time . I wish I could stay longer. Itir and Kamil are amazing,friendly and helpful people. I am so lucky to meet and… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (ANASTASIYA)

When Nastia first messaged us and told that she is travelling with her 5-year old child, we were hesitant at first because we did not know how we would be able to manage the dogs around a kid. They go crazy for children and they all want to be loved by them but we were afraid that she could fall, hurt herself, etc... When I (Itir) picked them up… read more

(Excellent )

12/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (ANASTASIYA) for host

The only reason why we left the ranch is the expiration of our visas, otherwise we would stay there for a long long time. We came to spend on the ranch a couple of weeks and stayed there for three beautiful months full of love, joy, laugh, and friendship! This place is much much more than just a good volunteering project.
The most difficult thing… read more

(Excellent )

12/02/2018

Left by Workawayer (Katrina & Joey) for host

We had and amazing experience here and we keep on talking about going back to "the ranch" where we felt so at home and happy to help out! We planned to stay for 2 weeks and ended up staying almost 2 months and we were so sad to leave with tears in our eyes! If you are a dog or cat lover or both this is paradise for you!
Itir and Kamil are the best… read more

(Excellent )

11/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Katrina & Joey)

So again some words from Skarlet...

Kat and Joey were perfect additions to the ranch’s team. Both of them were always willing to work and get the job done!
Kat has great leadership skills; she organized a complete house cleaning assembling all the other volunteers and for the Christmas party she was the first one to put her hands to work to… read more

(Excellent )

02/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)

As Skarlet and Flo, former volunteers who became family were the main hosts here during Jess and Llew were here, we thought it would be better if they gave you feedback as well.
So here is a couple of words from them:

Many many thanks to Lou and Jess for staying with us! They were great both for taking care of the animals and the house!
They are… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Yaroslav)

Stas and Yaroslav came for two weeks and then stayed for about 1,5 months with us. For any host, it would be a privilege and honour to have them around. They are very helpful, kind, polite and lovely people and we are very pleased that they chose us to stay. They will handle each task with ease and perfectly, will never get tired and are very… read more

(Excellent )

14/12/2017

Left by Workawayer (Yaroslav) for host

We lived on a ranch for a month and a half and were incredibly happy). Utryur and Kamil are very cool guys! Camille is an interesting interlocutor, and Utry is an incredibly kind woman!

Both are very open people with a great sense of humor)

At the ranch we met a lot of new friends and shared with each other cultural experience: Flo taught us to… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Emi & Ronald)

Emi and Ron have volunteered in our ranch around 20 days as planned, and they successfully did all daily tasks with care, attention and love. Respectful, reliable, knowledgeable, hard-working, clean-tidy and indeed, very good people; highly recommended! We wish them good luck in their route, and hope they will visit us again in the future.

(Excellent )

23/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Anton & Ekaterina)

I am so sorry this feedback is late but we had a fire in the village and had to evacuate all the doggies and cats. We are all safe and getting back on the track!

Another lovely couple we loved hosting! Anton and Katya were very good volunteers who were very responsible, very nice to be around and very helpful. They got attached to the ranch very… read more

(Excellent )

18/09/2017

Left by Workawayer (Anton & Ekaterina) for host

We stayed two weeks and had an incredible time there. It didn't feel like a job or obligation, was a pleasure. Kamil and Itir are lovely people, very welcoming and are always ready to answer any question. The animals are beautiful and smart creatures, we got attached to most of them in just two weeks. We felt sad when it was the time to leave, we… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Michael)

Another volunteer who came for 2 weeks and ended up staying for 10! Michael is one of the very best and we miss him a lot. He is very easy going, can be alone for a long time, not bothered of anything and probably one of the best volunteers you can ever ask for. You are gonna be a very lucky host if he comes to your place.

We do miss you man! And… read more

(Excellent )

08/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host

An absolutely incredible place. If you love cats and dogs this is the place to come.
I came for 2 weeks, left after 10! Difficult place to say goodbye to.
The hosts, Itir and Kamil, are 2 very nice people. Sometimes they are very busy with their job so be prepared to be left by yourself at the ranch.
Walking the dogs and cleaning were the main… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)

When I think of Hannah, the first thing that comes to my mind is her beautiful smile. It was so nice to have her here. She obviously cares a lot for animals and she has an endless love and tolerance for them.

She is a great person with a very big heart and she always is around helping with any task whether she was given or not. She is friendly,… read more

(Excellent )

12/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Hannah) for host

Kamil and Itir are fantastic hosts- they are such generous, kind, and appreciative people, and very easy to live with. From the moment you arrive on the ranch, Kamil, Itir, and their animal children will help you feel at home.
Walking dogs and cleaning up after about 100 animals each day can be exhausting, but the love you will receive in return… read more

(Excellent )

17/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Drew & Travis)

Because of our work schedule and Itir had to be out of the country for a while, Drew and Travis had to spend more than one week with Tasha, a former volunteer who became our friend and who hosted them much better than we ever could.

They were very good with the animals and although it was their first experience with many dogs, I believe they did… read more

(Very good )

17/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Drew & Travis) for host

The two of us stayed at the ranch with the animals for two weeks. Itir and Kamil are both very nice people, and we enjoyed chatting with them very much.

The work was relaxed, but consistent. We were responsible for cleaning the house every day, and for looking after the animals. This included feeding chickens and collecting eggs, feeding and… read more

(Very good )

03/04/2017

Left by Workawayer (Daniel & Oriana) for host

Ori says: This ranch is the best thing that happened to me in this road trip!
We entered in the ranch in the night when Itir and Kamil weren't there and we were so welcomed by the dogs, also our Ennie was very appreciated by them. Asla jumped on me in the first moment and started to kiss me, I just knew that it would be a great adventure. And it… read more was. And I am so grateful that I met these lovely and beloved creatures ♡
I am so in love with all of these animals, with the view of the snow mountains melting into the sun, the trees and the smell of a rising Spring coming with its flowers and birds. The nature there is so beautiful and the weather is fantastic.
Itir is a very special mum, she knows all their personalities and behaviours and animal health care because of her vast experience dealing with them. She is very thoughful, sensitive and attentive. Kamil provides for his children, it is a pity that he cannot be in the ranch everyday. He is very helpful and enthusiastic. Also he taught us archery :D His presence is missed in the ranch because his joyful, also because he makes the animals feel extra calm.
They have given their life to all of these animals who are their children.
To us, they were both very caring and available. And they welcomed Ennie as one of the pack :) We shared some meals together and we learned some turkish recipes.
The work is not too hard to handle and if you like animals it is a pleasure!
I connected a lot with the animals and to me they are my Friends :) I want to come back!
Thank you so much for these 2 months with you*

Ps.: Itir and Kamil, please move to Portugal! It's a perfect place :)
Ps.: For you volunteers, give extra food and love to Dolly, the crazy and sweet pointer!

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From my end (Daniel) I must say my time here was very good for my head and my soul, as I have most of the time been in what for me is the sweet spot between work and leisure, surrounded by beautiful land and animals and very understanding hosts! The atmosphere at the ranch is both backpacker and introvert friendly, and you won't have any problem finding time for yourself if you need to. I cannot sincerely conceive of a better possible way to try workaway for the first time and honestly recommend this place for anyone who is travelling and is in need of a second home. Itir and Kamil are in my opinion very balanced as people and couple; warm, funny and unique. I felt totally welcome and am highly likely to return regularly!!!

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Ennie says: I will miss all my furry friends! ^^

(Excellent )

18/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Daniel & Oriana)

Ori, Daniel and their lovely dog Ennie stayed with us for over a month, As known, we have a private dog rescue where we have 25+ dogs and many cats and at first we were hesitant to accept Ennie for we had no idea how she would fit in. But she has adapted very easily and became a member of the pack, So if you are a host with animals, do not… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (David)

And another apology goes to David for not writing this feedback before...

David is a very nice person, he is calm, loving and caring for animals. He was here for a shorter stay but he adapted very quickly to everything, helped us a lot and became a member of the family very quickly.

He is perfect with animals and they loved him a lot, too.… read more

(Excellent )

18/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Shel)

Ok, this is a very very late feedback and I apologize for the inconvenience...

When Shel came to the ranch, she adapted very easily and was able to run the place on her own. Although she was alone for some time, she handled all the tasks without any problems and since we had to stay in the city for a while, she stayed here alone and managed… read more

(Excellent )

10/01/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Georgi)

He is the guy you can trust in every way. Very clever, very easy to go with, very trustworthy, very helpful in every way. He will be your right arm and he will take care of everything without you even asking. He is great!

(Excellent )

05/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (Salih) for host

(Excellent )

31/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Salih)

Salih stayed with us for some 2 weeks and he is a great guy to volunteer. He is a good cook, can get hold of things easily and quickly and you can trust him with your animals and house. It was nice having him around and he was helpful with everything.

(Excellent )

08/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Humberto & Alessandra)

Ale stayed for 5 weeks with us and Humberto for 4 weeks. Ale was alone for a couple of days and she managed the stuff all by herself. She is always smiling (probably has the best the most beautiful smile in the whole world), cooks perfect and delicious food, always perfect with the animals... Humberto was also very caring, helpful and the best… read more

(Excellent )

24/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (William) for host

Sorry this is so late! Despite only staying for a week, I had a great time - I wish I could have been there longer. If you love cats and dogs this is THE place for you. The work is really enjoyable and it was a pleasure to help out with Itir and Kamil's generous project to give these animals a home. If Im ever back in Turkey I would definitely… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (William)

Such a young but talented, always smiling guy! When he was here, we had to be out in the city most of the time but I can assure the hosts that you should not miss having him in your place. He is very good with the animals, loves to be around them, is definitely a good team member. He managed the other tasks very good as well and we hope to see him… read more

(Excellent )

02/09/2016

Left by Workawayer (Yuriy) for host

What can i say.. Kamil and Itir are the best hosts i've ever had!
Kamil told me a lot of facts about my country that i haven't known! He is very friendly, talkative, smart man and he plays billiard very well! (actually he doesn't :) i'm joking).
Itir cooks very delicious dishes! I really enjoyed it! She was always kept in touch with me, even… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Yuriy)

Though it was a short stay and we had to stay in the city most of the time Yuriy was here, we can confidently say that he is a volunteer you would definitely want as a host. He loves animals very much. He stops and pets them all of the time. He enjoys being with them and he is fast to react if some kind of a fight between the dogs happens. He is… read more

(Excellent )

26/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Hilary & Will) for host

Kamil and itir - we apologise for the late review - we had to take the time to compose a perfect review for the perfect hosts! This is everything we ever could have asked for from a Workaway experience; a truly cross-cultural experience with hosts who feel like a new family, where you learn new skills and make great friends.

We stayed for five… read more weeks in Turkey and fell in love with this workaway. As huge animal lovers how could we not? To have so much affection on tap from so many cats is just a dream. We were very fortunate to have a huge amount of volunteers here altogether at the same time so we were very gradually introduced to the work and were able to spend much of our first week relaxing in the pool and meeting friends of the family and learning about Turkish culture from them.

The work is relaxed and personally quite enjoyable; feeding and exercising the dogs and cleaning the house are essentially your main tasks with other projects available if you have the skill and time to get stuck in. For example we helped out with making a new chicken coop and the infamous fail of the rock pond for the dogs (all the water drained out a day later!) And when there were so many of us volunteers, cooking and dishes were also a big part of the day. (4 hours preparing pizza night with spectacular failure when somehow it managed to be burnt and raw?) Hilary also got to help with some social media and update the Instagram page for the ranch (which is a great job as it just means taking cute pictures of kittens)

Whilst we were there Itir and Kamil organised amazing day trips for us all; boat tours, a trip to fetihye and a trip to the local waterfalls. It was too hot (in July-August) to do much walking and hiking nearby so the boat tours were gratefully received. In fact they were amazing and we would never have been able to do it as a group without them all hiring cars and giving us a day off. We even were able to take a mini break to Olympos and explore there for 4 days.

Kamil and Itir are just the best and genuine friends to us now. We learned many new things about Turkish culture (Hilary even had her fortune read in Turkish coffee from one of their friends) Turkish cuisine (we are still eating garlic yoghurt on pasta itir!) and a lot about animals and pack habits. Will fell in love with archery thanks to Kamil and he learned valuable things about building and also pool maintenance (hope it's not still green...) Their love for their animals is infectious; we were already animal lovers but here we really connected with the animals - in particular the black kittens we were able to name; Sashimi, Wasabi and Miso and later on Katsu. We also really fell in love with Sally and Caramel, two kittens who lived in our room and we miss all these members of our squad dearly every day, wishing we were still with them!

Don't worry Kamil, on will's life we will be sincerely be back one day! Keep our black cats safe for us, miss you guys and thank you for an amazing experience.

(Excellent )

08/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Hilary & Will)

Hillary & Will stayed with us for approximately 4 weeks and the moment they stepped in the ranch, they adopted the routine and started helping with everything we needed a hand in. They became friends with the other workaways and we had very good moments with them.

They are respectful, responsible, trustworthy and very attentive. We had to stay… read more

(Excellent )

24/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Skarlet) for host

Ting, ting ting! I'd like to make an announcement, (Clears throat) To begin, I'd like to thank Itir and Kamil, In other words, THE BEST HOSTS IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD for having us and made us part of your big family.

With that said, I've done many Workaway projects and not one can even come close to how enjoyable this project was. The… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Skarlet)

Skarlet and Flo were with us for more than a month and having them around was always full of fun and laughter.

Skarlet is definitely one of the most positive volunteers we had so far. She never panics, never gets very worried or sad. She is responsible, hardworking, easy to go with, and is someone you can rely on. We had to leave the ranch to… read more

(Excellent )

24/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Florient) for host

We stayed 6 weeks with Itir and Kamil and we had the most amazing time! Not only we felt very welcomed to their ranch, and we truly felt like a part of this big family (cats and dogs included!). Kamil and Itir are both easy-going and professional, and they are completely committed to the animals which I find great! During the all time we stayed… read more

(Excellent )

23/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Florient)

Skarlet and Flo were with us for more than a month and having them around was always full of fun and laughter.

Flo is full of energy, he never feels down, always around for new tasks. He is a great cook, prepares perfect meals! He is responsible, hardworking, easy to go with, and is someone you can rely on. He build the cats a play house and… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Aylin)

We actually know Aylin since her childhood and when we mentioned her about Workaway, she was very interested, she wanted to join the community and chose us as her first hosts :)

She was lucky because we had 9 workaways when she was here so she did not have to carry all the responsibilities by herself and she was able to blend in well with all… read more

(Excellent )

31/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Tom) for host

We stayed just over three weeks at the ranch, and it’s hard to put into words just how fantastic the experience was! The work is thoroughly enjoyable, the basics consisting of caring for the animals, cleaning, and general maintenance, but they are always looking for new ideas and projects to improve life for the animals. Looking after 26 dogs… read more

(Excellent )

29/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Tom)

3 Weeks flew by and here I am trying to write a feedback for a lovely couple who made their way into our hearts... Ellen is a beautiful, true, always smiling, very clever young lady and we believe she is an angel without wings. No matter what the task is, she is always there to help. She does not mind getting her hands dirty, being scratched by… read more

(Excellent )

29/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Matthew) for host

Unbeatable experience! I was only supposed to stay for 8 days and ended up staying for a month. Itir and Kamil are the best hosts you could ask for. Very friendly and open to everybody. They make sure that you are always happy and are open to new ideas that you may think will benefit the ranch. All of the animals are awesome and all have different… read more

(Excellent )

28/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Matthew)

A great workawayer who will become your left hand very quickly! He was to stay here for a week but ended up staying a month, built us a brand new chicken coop with other volunteers, a distiller, fixed stuff and cared for the animals. It is for sure that he loves animals and even the cats who are normally very distant loved him. He is hardworking,… read more

(Excellent )

22/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jonathan)

The first thanks, this time, goes to a friend named "WORKAWAY DOT INFO".

We can, very confidently, say we welcomed the World in our ranch, so many good and great people, wonderful memories, everlasting friendships... Really, thank you, from the heart!

And, regardless of past or future, the GREATESTEVER THANKS, goes to Jonathan Dunne. A… read more

(Excellent )

16/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jonathan) for host

I dont know where to start! What an experience it has been! I initially planned to come to the ranch for 2 weeks - i ended up staying almost 3 months!! Itir and Kamil are two of the nicest, kindest most genuine people you will ever meet and made me feel at home right from the moment i arrived! The ranch like a little paradise where the time just… read more

(Excellent )

28/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Litonya) for host

My most favorite hosts in the world, Itir and Kamil, I cannot express how wonderful a time I had at your home with all the puppehs and kittehs. I'm so sorry I didn't write sooner.
This is an incredible place to be if you love taking dogs for walks and having multiple cats on your lap. Itir and Kamil are kind, generous, funny, tranquil, and have… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Litonya)

It was a privilege to host Litonya. I feel that no words I write will be enough to describe her stay here. Anybody who hosts her will be very lucky because she is a person of great respect, very responsible, very friendly, very true, very good with the animals, very good with people, etc...

You can just leave your place to her and you don't… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Eddy)

Though it was a short stay, Eddy was a perfect volunteer to host. He always smiled, was perfect with the dogs, always helping out and was so good to have around. We hope that someday our paths cross again and we have the chance to host him again.

(Excellent )

01/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Hayden)

We spent two weeks with Hayden and Tasha and Hayden was just great. He is responsible, is a great sous chef, very handy when it comes to building and fixing stuff. He is great with animals and people. He is hard working and trustworthy. We were lucky to have him as a volunteer and I can confidently say that if this couple applies to volunteer at… read more

(Excellent )

01/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Natasha)

We love Tasha! She is a part of the family now and she has a perfect personality. She loves animals, she loves to cook (pumpkin risotto, yaaay), she is very creative, she understands and adapts to the dynamics very well and she is very nice to have around. It is a great pleasure to have met her and absence is felt deeply. You have a house here,… read more

(Excellent )

30/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Natasha) for host

I love Kamil and Itir and all of the fur babies that live on the ranch. I don't know if I can adequately convey the amount of respect I have for the dedication and devotion they've given for so long, to ensure these animals have the best possible lives. There is so much love on the ranch. Other than that, it was a beautiful place, surrounded by… read more

(Excellent )

29/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dina) for host

It has taken some time to write this as I just couldn't find the words to do justice to my experience. First and foremost though, this is a place that can truly nourish and change your life. Coming to the ranch for just 10 days was my initial plan but it seemed the universe had different ideas for me as I chose not to board my return flight and… read more

(Excellent )

17/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Dina)

A fairy... She has a big heart and big love to share with everyone, every animal and every thing on earth. Dina stayed with us for almost one month and we can say that she changed the whole ranch in a positive way. Now the dogs are much happier, we are much happier and every day we miss her dearly. She is very responsible, very careful, very… read more

(Excellent )

17/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Anaïs)

Though she had change of plans and had to leave earlier than expected, Anais was a very nice volunteer to host. She adapted immediately, was so nice with the animals and she smiled all the time. She is a good cook and I hope to see her again :)

(Excellent )

05/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)

Sara is a very good choice for every host who has lots of daily routine tasks that requires focus and attention. She is not only a good independent workawayer, but also a very good teamplayer. She is observant, careful and initiative, very friendly soul making right decisions when required, and taking correct steps, as if she has been in the ranch… read more

(Excellent )

04/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host

I agree!! Amazing place into the mountains, enjoying time in contact with the lovely animals..I growed a lot about my autosecurity like workawayer... My first day alone, I mean without anothers volunteers I thought I was not prepared to do all alone, but finally I do it, and now I feel more secure like workawayer..I can do everything!!! Thank you… read more

(Excellent )

28/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Dominic) for host

Wow, where do i start? I spent nearly one month on 'The Ranch' which is situated in rural turkey one hour inland from the coast of Antalya. The surrounding landscape is beautiful with hills all around and amazing sunsets! There are so many animals on the ranch that by the end of my stay I still hadnt learnt all the cats names! It was a… read more

(Excellent )

19/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Dominic)

A man of great talent! He loves animals, cares very much about them and when it comes to fixing anything, he is the one! He will fix anything even when the necessary supplies are not there. He is very creative and clever. He is a very good person with unbeatable skills whose absence is felt immediately. We hope to see you and Ligita back someday… read more

(Excellent )

25/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Krisztian)

A perfect gentleman, a perfect animal friendly person, a perfect volunteer. Very knowledgeable, very technical, very enthusiastic... Having such a volunteer is an absolute privilege for every host. We wish you all the best luck in your life and hope to meet again some day :)

(Excellent )

22/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Ligita) for host

I spent nearly three weeks in the ranch surrounded my the most amazing animals, very kind hosts Itir and Kamil, awesome volunteers and beautiful nature. It was a pleasure to help Itir and Kamil, the work was never too hard, I loved walking or running (depended on a mood) with dogs, cuddling cats, cooking together and soaking beautiful country's… read more

(Excellent )

19/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ligita)

With her charming personality and perception of life, she was one of the perfect volunteers at our ranch. She is perfect with animals, loves and cares for them beyond your imagination and will do anything for their benefit. She is hardworking and clever. And when she smiles, her smile is not just on her face but it comes from her heart...

We… read more

(Excellent )

20/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Pek Zhan) for host

It was definitely an experience that any workawayers should not miss! Although it was just a short two weeks, the warmth provided by Kamil & Itir is simply wonderful! They are very kind and always make sure you are ok. Kamil is the Alpha, THE MAN of the entire ranch! Do not mess with him.. hehe just kidding, he is a good man :) Itir a.k.a.… read more

(Excellent )

19/01/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Pek Zhan)

Pek Zhan is everything you would ask for in a volunteer. She is very kind, helpful, respectful, and above all, she is perfect in everything she does. Knowing her was great and you will not regret having her as a volunteer. She is always smiling, even in hard conditions and is ready and willing to help in every way she can. She learns and adapts… read more

(Excellent )

30/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Alistair )

Alistair was a great workaway. He was very friendly and always happy to help with anything we asked.
He was extremely good with the dogs and the other animals and really understood how things worked and what the ranch is about :)
Börek remains oblivious to this all apart from his food and bed in Sarah & Mohameds room.
Thank you very much to… read more

(Excellent )

21/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Alistair ) for host

This is unlike anything I have known before. If you do apply and get to the ranch you will be mesmorised by your time. I was. Kamil and Itir are pioneers. I have experience with a few dogs and cats but never 30 dogs and 50 odd cats all together. I learnt about pack dynamics, about the lack of self doubt that the alpha has, how dominant and… read more

(Excellent )

22/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Lucas & Aline)

Alini and Lucas were one of the most smiling couples we have had so far. They came into a mess and they always kept smiling. Just their bad luck, we had to do lots of cleaning and maintenance and so bad things happened while they were here; horse falling down in a drain hole, having sepsis and almost dying. They were always calm, never panicked… read more

(Very good )

15/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Lucas & Aline) for host

We spent three weeks with Itir and Kamil and had a good time at their farm. There is a lot of maintenance work needed and a lot of cleaning to be done, but being close to the animals certainly pays off. We will miss feeding the dogs every day (and almost losing our hands in the process =), having the cats and kittens <3 around us and saving horses… read more

(Very good )

18/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (yida)

We love you Yida and do miss you very much! Yida is a very special person who was more than a volunteer. She is very friendly, nice, and so much more. Though her stay was for a week, she stayed more and we really felt that she was (and is) a member of our family. We were really sorry to see her go and really wish that she will come back in the… read more

(Excellent )

07/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (yida) for host

What a wonderful place!!!! I don't even know how to describe the amazing time I had with Itir, Kamil and the many animals on the farm! They welcomed me in with open arms and I felt right at home from the minute i arrived.

All the animals are fantastic! They'll follow you around everywhere and are so beautiful! Ill never forget PAKISA (I hope I… read more

(Excellent )

02/03/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena)

Though it was a short stay, Madga found her way to our hearts. She is a perfectionist (in a good way) and definitely a very clever person. You can never be slow with her, she thinks everything from many aspects and is always a few steps ahead. She is perfect with the tasks, perfect with the animals and she is awesome. We will miss her dearly and… read more

(Excellent )

28/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Magdalena) for host

To start with in a practical way: work, acommodation and food all provided in its bestest. To continue in less praractical y yet still important perspective: What I will write if what I feel is worth more than words? Amazing beautiful inspiring awesome in the highest awesomeness possible and multidimensional in any dimension possible. Generous… read more

(Excellent )

23/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sophia) for host

Like lots of people, this was my first workaway experience. I stayed at the ranch for a month and I have so many precious memories of this place. The work was fun and never too hard; we were free to chose which jobs we could do and there are endless possibilities if you are good at construction or DIY! My favourite job was getting up to feed the… read more

(Excellent )

18/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia)

Sophia was with us for a month and she is already missed. She was perfect with the animals, very attentive and practical. She has quite the knowledge about gardening and is very mature for her age. We really hope to have her back some day. I would really recommend her to anyone who is looking for a reliable, trustworthy and very friendly… read more

(Excellent )

19/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (carolyn) for host

Good people and awesome animals(-: I really enjoyed my time at the ranch with the other workawayers, the 80 cats, 30 dogs, the chickens and the ducks! If you love animals and like to have 3 cats wanting to sit on your lap as soon as you sit down, you will love this place! It was exactly what I needed at this point of my journey. One thing that I… read more

(Excellent )

17/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (carolyn)

Carolyn was with us over 2 weeks. She has a very positive approach in life and she enjoys the nature. She was good with the other workawayers we had and is friendly, nice and loves animals. She loves cleaning and enjoys spending time with them.

(Excellent )

17/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Liora)

Though it was a short stay, Liora adapted immediately and very well. She was very good with dogs and cats and she made sure the tasks required were done in time. We enjoyed her company and was nice to have her around :)

(Excellent )

17/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Ebrahim)

Ibrahim is a very handy man.. He can fix things in minutes. He is fun, easygoing and nice to have around. He is also very respectful and adapts very easily. We really enjoyed the time he had here and then we referred him to another host and as far as we heard, they are very happy to host him too :)

(Excellent )

02/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Nadja Tatjana & Elias Ivan)

I sat for hours in front of the pc and just could not write a good feedback for Nadja & Elias. Words are just not enough to describe what a perfect couple they are! They stayed here for a month and since the first day, we felt a connection. We miss them dearly and just wish that they will come back someday. I am not going to say how hardworking… read more

(Excellent )

28/01/2015

Left by Workawayer (Nadja Tatjana & Elias Ivan) for host

100% recommended!

We stayed at Itir and Kamil’s place for one month. Arriving on the farm was anything but ordinary! :) Starting from the first moment, we truly felt the excitement and curiosity of an uncountable number of animals. Dogs and cats strolling around our feet, joining us on the sofa, accompanying us around construction work and… read more

(Excellent )

23/01/2015

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Niina and Juulia were our second workawayers and we were very happy to host them. They are lovely girls who were very polite, very talented and very disciplined. We loved every minute of their stay here. They are hard working and did more than what was asked. They taught the animals to walk on the leash, played with them and trained them. Both… read more

(Excellent )

23/01/2015

Left by Workawayer () for host

Niina and Juulia from Finland spent 3 weeks in this place and they were very satisfied! They said: This place is nice and safe - and food was good! The owners can speak very good english, so communication is easy. The family was friendly and they wanted us to enjoy and did lot of work for that. Animals were behiving good and they were social.… read more

(Excellent )

22/12/2014

Left by Workawayer (Pippa) for host

I had a wonderful (and muddy!) week on the farm with Itir and her extended family! It is impossible to be lonely or bored here as you are always surrounded by gorgeous animals, each with their own unique character, and I always felt like there was something real I could do to help out. Itir and Kamil are lovely, welcoming and fascinating people… read more

(Excellent )

18/12/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Pippa)

Pippa is a great workawayer who is ambitious, well adapting and fun. She is always smiling and is very positive. Any host is lucky to have her and I hope she will visit us again some day...

(Excellent )

18/12/2014

Left by Workawayer (Johannes & Elsa) for host

We had a great time with Kamil, Itir and all the animals! The nature here is amazing. Kamil and Itir are wonderful, caring people who wants you to feel like home at their farm. The dogs are energetic and loving animals. The cats are pretty much the same, but also knows how to open doors. And steal your food. And how to sneak up to your lap haha.… read more

(Excellent )

18/12/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Johannes & Elsa)

Elsa and Johannes were with us for app 3 weeks. With their smiling faces and willingness to help at all times, they were great workawayers. The animals loved them and it was obvious that they enjoyed being with them too. They did more than what was asked from them and it was lovely to have them here. They are always welcome at our house and are… read more

(Excellent )

18/12/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Monica & Susie)

Monica and Susie were with us for 10 days. They are super friendly, very nice and very helpful. They are also easygoing and do not mind the challenges or any problems that might arise. For the first 2 days of their stay, we did not have water and they did not complain but helped to find a solution. They did more than what was asked and what they… read more

(Excellent )

15/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Carolyn)

Carolyn is with us for the last 5 weeks. She has become a part of our family and I really do not know what to say more about her. She was our first Workawayer experience and she has become a friend more than a volunteer. We will definitely miss her very much and we are also sad that she is leaving. She is easy to go with, can adapt easily to… read more

(Excellent )

12/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Carolyn) for host

This place is heaven! I was the first Workaway to visit but they have such a welcoming nature that hosting comes naturally. I have been on the ranch for 5 weeks, is so peaceful & relaxing. The city is only an hour away so can visit on off days. The animals are so friendly I spent most of my days playing around with them :) Accommodation is more… read more

(Excellent )

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