Farm Girl Wanted: Horses & Hospitality in Portugal

Estados Unidos

5

I had a great time the farm! A good mix of Portuguese culture, farm life, horse care and riding. Sylvie is very passionate about her horses/work. The kids that participate were welcoming despite language barrier. That being said this was no walk in the park, it was a hands on experience that required discipline, resilience, and dedication. There's a lot to learn so farm working experience is a must. The days started early and ended late and one is expected to stay busy. It can also be physically demanding, definitely a workout! If your willing to put in work I recommend.

3 meses atrás

Estados Unidos

4

I spent a little over a month at the farm. I have been riding horses my whole life and have worked in stable environments before. I have to say, there were times I felt like I was expected to just know things, made to feel inadequate if I made an honest mistake or even after asking a clarifying question. Work was 6-8 hours a day with a break in the middle of the day because of heat. That being said, I had lots of opportunities to ride which was nice. Sylvie has a great home, stables, horses, dogs, cats and clients! I saw a bullfight, live music & I got few days off to go to Lisbon

4 meses atrás

Sylvie respondeu

Dear Hadley, I apologise that you felt inadequate at any time during your stay. You should have told me that you felt that way. I work with a lot of people ( kids w/ special needs, guests, Pony Camp kids & staff and my valuable help) and try and make everyone happy. Working on a farm is tough, for the able bodied. To ride a horse is not to sit on it. Running a 5 star B&B is not easy!! This experience is for proactive and motivated horse girls, dreaming of running their own horse farm and B&B.

Aplique agora