Countryside Horse work (stable-work , landscaping)

Spain

2

Despite the good treatment received from the family, we consider that the work doesn't correspond to what volunteering should be. They treated us like workers. We were the only ones in charge of cleaning the entire hotel during July and they wanted us to sign some papers to "stabilize" our situation. We were not allowed to say that we worked/volunteered there if anyone asked us, so we felt our situation irregular. In addition, they can put you to work as a dishwasher in another business (25 minutes by bike). The review only leaves us with 600 characters, so tell us if you want our full review.

about 1 year ago

Spain

3

The first thing I would like to highlight was the closeness and kindness of the Schulze family, about which I have no complaints. Otherwise, I had to end my experience a month earlier than planned because things began to go wrong: disagreements began with the person in charge of the volunteers, who works in the stables. We had a meeting with those responsible to talk about the working conditions of the volunteers and from then on things got worse: bad faces, constant orders, incomprehension and 0 flexibility. I experienced some situations that made me end my experience earlier than planned.

over 1 year ago

Max replied

Dear Mery,
thank you for your detailed review.
We hope you had a safe journey home.
After speaking to you about working conditions and changing the weekly schedule for your interests we had the feeling the situation for yourself got better. We were suprised when you told us you will leave during the next day. So we didn´t have the change to make your experience last till the end like planned. Unfortunately it is very difficult to take care about every single issue while working in a team eventhough we thought we took a lot of care of your special private situation.
Nevertheless we wish you all the best and hope you keep on traveling and volunteering because we love to give young people the opportunity to experience culture, working, traveling etc.
Regards from Family and Team Pferdeschulze

France

1

When I arrive I was with two Colombiens boys in the room and the bathroom wasn't clean. I didn't feel serene and comfortable with this experience.

over 1 year ago

Max replied

Dear Carla,
unfortunately we couldn´t give you the experience the other volunteers enjoy with us. In our profile we make public that we have one shared room with. We hope you keep on traveling. All the best to you.
Regards Family and Team Pferdeschulze

Poland

4

If you're wondering where all the best volunteers went, it's here! Alongside the lovely horses, they made the work pleasurable and my stay a truly unforgettable experience. Arriving there was quite a challenge, though. Be sure to remind the host about your arrival and get somebody's phone number beforehand. Trust me! Be prepared to work at the hotel too, and when there're guests-to work under pressure. And in the winter, consider twice if you can stand cold dormitory! Most of the people are so heartwarmingly nice and helpful there, I felt very welcome to work the stables and in the kitchen!

over 1 year ago

Theresa replied

Hey Katarzyna,
thanks again for your great help. Hope to see you again in future.
All the very best.

Brazil

5

It was a wonderful experience! The whole family is very kind and the place and the meals were amazing. It's a good place for those who want to spend sometime enjoying the nature. Highly recommend!

almost 2 years ago

Brazil

5

The stay was wonderful, the Schulze family is super communicative and cares about how the volunteers are doing and if we are good or needing something. I felt very welcomed and cared for. I enjoyed the work and the tasks! Pros: Private environment for volunteers, contact with animals, suitable for relaxing, good food. The staff is amazing, I already miss them all! I was able to train and watch football matches, if you go to join I recommend bringing football boots. Tip: bring rainwear and waterproof shoes and please take good care of my horses! Cons: I had to leave

almost 2 years ago

Spain

5

I had a really good time in Wietzetze. It's a wonderful and lovely place, but very far awy from averything though, what makes it hard to get there and move from there. Apart from this, Max and the rest of the family are great people and sure will try to make things easy and comfortable for the volunteers. Overall, it has enabled me to travel, visit lots of places, meet new people and gain job experience, as well as practicing sport and my english. In few words, despite some problems you may have (problems are part of the normal life, can happen) I do recommend it to anyone.

almost 2 years ago

Spain

5

This has been my third volunteer so I know what I'm talking about. They were by far the best. They give you 3 real and complete meals per day. The work isn't so hard and they perfectly understand that you're a volunteer, not a worker. Really, the family love and want to have international people there. They make their best to make you feel as at home.

about 2 years ago

Italy

5

Staying and working at the hotel Pferderschulze was an amazing first experience! Everybody is very welcoming and ready to help, and it's clear giving us volunteers a good experience is important to the family. The tasks weren't hard at all and every member of the staff is very fun to work with :) so it was a pleasure to help at the hotel! The time spent not working can be a great opportunity to be in nature and enjoy the peace of the location. The connections made in this time felt really genuine and I hope we'll meet again, thank you for everything, Schulze family! :D

about 2 years ago

United Kingdom

5

I spent a really lovely time in Wietzetze and I'd like to thank the family and staff for their amazing hospitality, always making you feel at home, plus spoiled by daily choices of really nice healthy food. I worked at the stables/meadows which I found a rewarding activity as you get to make even more new pals (the horses!). The location is a bit remote but you get to learn a lot about local culture. On days off you can visit Lüneburg/Hamburg. For the swimmers there's an outdoor pool in Hitzacker or if you play football you are guaranteed to be warmly welcomed by a small but proud local club🏆

about 2 years ago

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