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Hi Workawayers,
I am only taking helpers with horse experience at this time.
My husband and I live on a property between the city of Armidale and the small town of Uralla, with plenty of hikes, national parks and waterfalls nearby. We are close to Tamworth, and with easy access by bus, plane or train. I have a herd of five horses, have a comfortable four-bedroom-home with a big garden, a spa, space for the horses, a barn, and plenty of horse, house and garden stuff to do.
There is a large 240 acre empty property next to us, which we can access for riding and walking. It's easy to see kangaroos and wallabies there, lots of Australian native birds and other wildlife.
I am a writer, and I usually have a herd of five or more horses on my property. I also run an FB page, The Horse Listener, and I do Equine Facilitated Learning, essential oil therapy and horse training.
I would prefer helpers who have some horse experience, however, I do make exceptions from time to time. We have plenty of gardening and maintenance work, and some housework, plus dog-walking Willow, our French Bulldog.
The usual workaway rules apply - four to five hours work a day, one day off a week and three meals a day are provided, but any extra treats, or special dietary foods need to be supplied by yourself. We don't provide alcohol. You are welcome to buy alcohol, and we have a small fridge for storage. We are often flexible on hours depending on what is going on, weather etcetera.
We prefer individual helpers, not couples, although we do take couples occasionally for a few weeks. I would prefer that you have a minimum of horse experience. Please note that I don't offer horse-riding until I have fully assessed someone's ability around horses, and they have done horsemanship lessons with me. Usually the horse experience offered is ground work, liberty work and equine therapy.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Self development
Pets
Culture
Charity work
Writing
Photography
Drawing & painting
Cooking & food
Art & design
Books
Animals
Outdoor activities
Nature
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will learn a lot here! My husband is very good with building and machinery, and caring for the land. I am a journalist, writer, editor and horse person. I can teach horse skills, creative writing, and general creativity support.
Help
Playing with horses and caring for them, housework and dog walking and there´s always work in the garden to be getting on with.
Please no smokers or under 20s.
We would prefer volunteers to stay a minimum of two weeks.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
The helper accommodation is a comfortable large bedroom with a queen size bed, and unless people are staying, your own bathroom.
What else ...
This is a creative household with lots of people coming and going. New England is a beautiful area with plenty of hiking, waterfalls, rivers and gorges, as well as some lovely small towns to visit. I'm happy to take volunteer helpers to places nearby with me, or if you are over 25 you can drive my car. There are some beautiful walks from our property onto acreage.
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?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 387184894a49
Feedback (45)
11 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lluna)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Lluna for just over two months. It just so happened Lluna arrived with us the week before we we were moving to our new home near Armidale, and she willingly joined in the adventure. She and I arrived with the horses at our new home and camped in the house for a week, settling ourselvs in. Lluna was delightful to… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Lluna) for host
Today I say goodbye to Candy and Greg, to the horses, and to Willow. I’m so grateful to have been part of the move with you. It’s been an experience I’ll never forget—I felt at home, cared for, and like part of the family.
Thank you once again, Candy, for everything—for these months together and all that I’ve learned from you. You’re an… read more
Thank you once again, Candy, for everything—for these months together and all that I’ve learned from you. You’re an… read more
1 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Lucy's visit for five months. She quickly became part of the family, and was also a very mature and responsible person for her age. Lucy's horse skills are high, and she was also a keen and willing student of natural horsemanship. Lucy was always cheerful and easy to get on with, and did everything we needed… read more
(Excellent
)
27 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lucy) for host
I had the pleasure of staying with Candy and Greg for 5 months. While that sounds like a scary amount of time to spend with basically strangers, I don’t think I could have been any more lucky with my first Workaway experience and the people I got to know while living in the Byron hinterland.
Candy and Greg are both incredibly lovely people and I… read more
Candy and Greg are both incredibly lovely people and I… read more
13 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Holly-Jean & Frederick Averill )
It was truly wonderful to host Holly and Freddy's Workaway experience with me. To begin with they were here to help support my helper Lucy, while I went to the US for three weeks, and not only they did that with hard work, grace and humour, but Holly's very extensive horse knowledge was useful in the day to day care of the horses, while Freddy is… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Holly-Jean & Frederick Averill ) for host
My Partner Freddy and I had the most amazing time whilst working with Candy & Greg.
I picked up so many new skills and having previously worked on many different yards, her calm and patient approach was completely refreshing. I worked solely with the horses and my partner worked on Gregs tasks with maintenance. The tasks were never difficult.… read more
I picked up so many new skills and having previously worked on many different yards, her calm and patient approach was completely refreshing. I worked solely with the horses and my partner worked on Gregs tasks with maintenance. The tasks were never difficult.… read more
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11 Jun 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lluna)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Lluna for just over two months. It just so happened Lluna arrived with us the week before we we were moving to our new home near Armidale, and she willingly joined in the adventure. She and I arrived with the horses at our new home and camped in the house for a week, settling ourselvs in. Lluna was delightful to… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jun 2025
Left by Workawayer (Lluna) for host
Today I say goodbye to Candy and Greg, to the horses, and to Willow. I’m so grateful to have been part of the move with you. It’s been an experience I’ll never forget—I felt at home, cared for, and like part of the family.
Thank you once again, Candy, for everything—for these months together and all that I’ve learned from you. You’re an… read more
Thank you once again, Candy, for everything—for these months together and all that I’ve learned from you. You’re an… read more
1 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Lucy's visit for five months. She quickly became part of the family, and was also a very mature and responsible person for her age. Lucy's horse skills are high, and she was also a keen and willing student of natural horsemanship. Lucy was always cheerful and easy to get on with, and did everything we needed… read more
(Excellent)
27 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lucy) for host
I had the pleasure of staying with Candy and Greg for 5 months. While that sounds like a scary amount of time to spend with basically strangers, I don’t think I could have been any more lucky with my first Workaway experience and the people I got to know while living in the Byron hinterland.
Candy and Greg are both incredibly lovely people and I… read more
Candy and Greg are both incredibly lovely people and I… read more
13 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Holly-Jean & Frederick Averill )
It was truly wonderful to host Holly and Freddy's Workaway experience with me. To begin with they were here to help support my helper Lucy, while I went to the US for three weeks, and not only they did that with hard work, grace and humour, but Holly's very extensive horse knowledge was useful in the day to day care of the horses, while Freddy is… read more
(Excellent)
13 Nov 2024
Left by Workawayer (Holly-Jean & Frederick Averill ) for host
My Partner Freddy and I had the most amazing time whilst working with Candy & Greg.
I picked up so many new skills and having previously worked on many different yards, her calm and patient approach was completely refreshing. I worked solely with the horses and my partner worked on Gregs tasks with maintenance. The tasks were never difficult.… read more
I picked up so many new skills and having previously worked on many different yards, her calm and patient approach was completely refreshing. I worked solely with the horses and my partner worked on Gregs tasks with maintenance. The tasks were never difficult.… read more
21 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Karina)
Hi Karina
I was a bit surprised to get your feedback after so much time had passed. Just a few things - I love the idea that Greg and I are newly-weds, but we've actually been together 20 years, so I'm a bit mystified by what you wrote. Also, when I spoke to you about the fact that you did not have the horse experience to really fit in here, you… read more
I was a bit surprised to get your feedback after so much time had passed. Just a few things - I love the idea that Greg and I are newly-weds, but we've actually been together 20 years, so I'm a bit mystified by what you wrote. Also, when I spoke to you about the fact that you did not have the horse experience to really fit in here, you… read more
(Neutral)
20 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Karina) for host
The work with the horses was not very complicated. Host does know a lot about horses though, and although I just stayed for a week - she ‘fired’ me after two days - it was a learning experience. Personality of host is more suitable for (very) young adults, i.c. less experienced people who can be pushed around if necessary.
Accomodation was great… read more
Accomodation was great… read more
21 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Marie)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Marie's visit. She was easy-going, hard-working, knowledgeable about horses, and an excellent driver. She fitted into the family as if we had always known her, and Marie - we still miss you!
(Excellent)
16 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Marie) for host
My stay at Candy and Greg house was my first workaway experience and I couldn’t imagine a better place.
I really felt like home and being surrounded with nature and animals made me feel so good.
The work consists in feeding the horses and taking off the rugs in the morning and play with them if the weather allows it. Then you can do some house… read more
I really felt like home and being surrounded with nature and animals made me feel so good.
The work consists in feeding the horses and taking off the rugs in the morning and play with them if the weather allows it. Then you can do some house… read more
10 Sep 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tilly)
Hi Tilly,
I cannot rate my experience with you since you did not come to my place. However, you were, of course booked to come in December, and it was only after requests from you to come earlier that I suggested my son’s as an alternative. Since I had no contact with you for several months before your arrival, or during your time here or after,… read more
I cannot rate my experience with you since you did not come to my place. However, you were, of course booked to come in December, and it was only after requests from you to come earlier that I suggested my son’s as an alternative. Since I had no contact with you for several months before your arrival, or during your time here or after,… read more
(Negative)
29 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Tilly) for host
Candy was fully booked so arranged for me to stay with her son. If she offers the same to you, please do not take it for your own safety.
## Feedback below about Son's location ##
The house was extremely dirty, stained yellow pillows with no pillow cases, no toilet roll in the bathroom, limited showers, spiders in the bedroom and not pre warned… read more
## Feedback below about Son's location ##
The house was extremely dirty, stained yellow pillows with no pillow cases, no toilet roll in the bathroom, limited showers, spiders in the bedroom and not pre warned… read more
14 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Chiara)
It was a delight to host Chiara's visit. Although she wasn't experienced with horses, she was a quick learner, and she was also very helpful generally. Because she was only with me for a short time, we packed a lot of horse time, and visits to local beauty spots etcetera into the two weeks. I would welcome Chiara back anytime - and so would Greg… read more
(Excellent)
14 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Chiara) for host
I was lucky enough for this to be my first workaway experience, and for it to happen in a moment I needed it.
I have been welcomed by Candy and Greg's family, we shared dinners, deep conversations, laughs and long walks. Candy will always find something for you to do around the house, you will get to walk Willow (get ready to have her on your lap… read more
I have been welcomed by Candy and Greg's family, we shared dinners, deep conversations, laughs and long walks. Candy will always find something for you to do around the house, you will get to walk Willow (get ready to have her on your lap… read more
8 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea & Madita)
Lea was an excellent helper, happy to learn and to fit in with everything going on in the house and with the horses. She has a lovely, calm way about her, and my horses - and Willow the dog - really responded well to her. Wishing you all the best in your upcoming travels Lea! xx
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2024
Left by Workawayer (Lea & Madita) for host
My stay at candys and Gregs beautiful home was great! I spend a lot of time with the horses and got to bond with them. Candy showed me how the natural horsemanship works wich was super interesting! On my days off I was able to go to Byron bay and spend the day there....beautiful city!
5 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilie)
Emilie was a wonderful Workawayer! Hardworking, kind, knowledgeable about horses and a truly delightful person to have around. Emi stayed with us for three months and also saw me through a hip replacement, basically managing the horses and the house - and Willow - brilliantly. Emi - you would be welcome back anytime and we still miss you. 💓
(Excellent)
5 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Emilie) for host
I had a wonderful and magic time at Candys Place. I loved getting up early in the morning to feed the horses in the warm morning sun with singing birds around me. After i while i've fell in love with her little dog Willow (she might look small but her personality is even bigger). We took wonderful walks on the beach and in the Maca Farm next to… read more
8 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
It was such a pleasure getting to know Julia - she had a lovely, gentle way with all the horses, and was a very conscientious helper. She liked to make sure everything was correct, and that everything was done perfectly under her care. Once she'd learned to care for the herd, I had no hesitation in leaving them with her. She was also super… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
I had the most wonderful time with Candy and Greg, it was an absolute pleasure to spend a month and a half with them !
I really missed being around horses while traveling so it felt so good to spend time with them again.
I learned so much about the horses, how to set boundaries and be the leader of the herd. I was lucky enough to be involved in… read more
I really missed being around horses while traveling so it felt so good to spend time with them again.
I learned so much about the horses, how to set boundaries and be the leader of the herd. I was lucky enough to be involved in… read more
9 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ella)
It was just by luck that I was able to take Ella at the last minute - and how lucky it was! She fitted straight in, and felt like part of the family immediately. Her hard work, common sense, and sense of humour was very much appreciated. Both Greg and I thoroughly enjoyed hosting her visit, and she would be welcome back anytime!
(Excellent)
23 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ella) for host
It’s been a few months since my stay at candy’s but if my continued travel plans have taught me anything it was how wonderful my time was in the Byron hinterland. My stay with candy and Greg was brilliant and I felt very Privileged to have been a part of their little unit. I felt immediately at home and supported and have a tremendous amount of… read more
9 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde)
It was a pleasure hosting Mathilde's visit. She was hard-working and excellent with the horses, and as she says, I trusted her enough after only a week to leave my nine horses in her care. We were, as she says, a bit limited in terms of what we could do with the horses because of the wet, and the early heat, but we enjoyed some lovely times… read more
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
Thank you Candy & Greg’s for this month at your place. I’m really grateful for everything!
It was really nice to see how Candy works with her incredible horses and learn about natural horsemanship! :)
I wish I had more times like these with the horses - I‘ve grown attached to them - but the weather decided otherwise haha.
She also trusted me to… read more
It was really nice to see how Candy works with her incredible horses and learn about natural horsemanship! :)
I wish I had more times like these with the horses - I‘ve grown attached to them - but the weather decided otherwise haha.
She also trusted me to… read more
3 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Poppy)
It was wonderful having Poppy to stay with us for two months. She became part of the family so quickly, and was keen to be as helpful as possible. She was a calm and understanding presence with my herd of nine horses, and gained more skills quickly. She and our dog Willow got on extremely well, and Poppy was always ready to lend a hand with… read more
(Excellent)
2 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Poppy) for host
My 2 month stay at Candy’s place was delightful! Candy and Greg made me feel right at home the moment I arrived. Candy is a brilliant person to have long chats with and a good laugh. She taught me a lot about myself, helping me find my voice and inner strength. Working with the horses teaches you a lot about yourself too, Bonnie particularly… read more
8 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva Paulina)
It was truly wonderful getting to know Eva! She picked up natural horsemanship quickly and easily, slotted right into family life and I’m sure Willow would have been happy to have been dog napped by her 😀 Eva and I shared a love of writing and journalism and many deep discussions about life, death and the universe. She was hardworking and… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Eva Paulina) for host
Where do I even start…I had a truly wonderful four weeks staying with Candy in her little horse-paradise in the Byron Bay Hinterland. Candy and her husband Greg gave me a home away from home and took me in as part of their family. Candy truly is a real horse whisperer. The way she interacts with her horses, listens to them and their needs calmly… read more
25 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
Charlotte walked into our home and our hearts! She was a delight in every way, helpful, hardworking, easy to get on with and definitely a family friend. We will miss her and would welcome her back anytime. Thank you Charlotte for all your help and your happy spirit. 💓
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I had the absolute best time when staying at Candy and Greg’s beautiful property in February. My stay was only 3 weeks long but they made me feel like I was part of the family right from the beginning.
From lots of great talks with Greg to Candy showing me all the beautiful beaches and little shops nearby and taking me to the bus stop so I could… read more
From lots of great talks with Greg to Candy showing me all the beautiful beaches and little shops nearby and taking me to the bus stop so I could… read more
5 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Katja & Michael )
It was a great pleasure to host Katja's four-week visit. She was with us over Christmas and New Year, and fitted into the family really well. She was a hard worker, and a very happy, cheerful person to have around the place. She helped me with the horses, and was very interested in my equine therapy work, helped with house work, and walked our… read more
(Excellent)
5 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Katja & Michael ) for host
I had a wonderful time at Candy's and Greg's Place!
I fellt welcomed since the first minute when they picked me up the airport.
There house is very beautiful and I had a nice & clean room for myself. Candy is a great cook and there is always more than enough food in the house. My main work was feeding and working with the horses. Eventhough, I am… read more
I fellt welcomed since the first minute when they picked me up the airport.
There house is very beautiful and I had a nice & clean room for myself. Candy is a great cook and there is always more than enough food in the house. My main work was feeding and working with the horses. Eventhough, I am… read more
20 Dec 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ellen)
It was such a pleasure to host Ellen’s visit. She was hard-working with good horse knowledge. She loved learning natural horsemanship and witnessing the power of equine therapy and she’s a good rider as well, balanced and kind. She took to Willow, our dog, and became one of the family very quickly. Good luck on your travels Ellen!
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ellen) for host
Staying at Candy's was an incredible, spiritual experience for me. Here I learned a depth of knowledge about herd dynamics, natural horsemanship and multiple lessons about myself too! Both Candy and Greg made me feel incredibly welcome, like a part of the family. I spent two and a half months here, and loved every second. The workload Candy sets… read more
8 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Andrea)
Although Andrea was only with us for a few weeks, it felt as if she was immediately part of the family. She was calm and kind with the horses, eager to learn new skills, and very happy to fit in with whatever we were doing. Willow, our dog, took to her as well, and Andrea was a pleasure to have around. She will be welcome back anytime! Thank you… read more
(Excellent)
8 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Andrea) for host
Good food in a welcoming home and nature-filled adventures were some of the many things I experienced at Candy and Greg's place! Lots of horses to feed, walk their dog Willow and other house chores were some of the work done whilst being here for two weeks. My last two days I also had the honour of seeing the new foal and interact with it. Not to… read more
25 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde)
It was such a pleasure to host Mathilde's visit. From the first day she arrived, it felt as if she was one of the family. She learned to look after my herd of horses very quickly and well, and was easy to have around the place. She is a hard worker, very organized, and a good cook as well - great company and easy going. I can highly recommend… read more
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
I chose to come to Candy's place because everyone said when they are with her they feel at home. And they were right!! I came to learn more about horses. In my three months I have learned so much - how to handle a herd of horses, how to help with a rescue horse, and learned Candy's method of communicating with horses. Besides the horses I have… read more
8 Dec 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jacki)
Jacki - it was a delight to host your visit to us. Your beautiful singing, cheerful personality, hard-work and easy-going nature made it easy to be around you. You were great with the animals - and the humans! Thank you for your time with us, we really enjoyed it. xx
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jacki) for host
Staying with Candy and her family was such a delight. They are such warm, lovely and welcoming people and I truly felt like part of the family.
Importantly to add also, the surrounding shire is absolutely delightful!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Importantly to add also, the surrounding shire is absolutely delightful!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
19 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Guadalupe)
It was a great experience to host Guadaloupe's (Loupe) visit! She was my first Argentinian helper, and we found that we had a lot in common - a French Bulldog for one, horses for another, and an interest in spirituality as well. She was great with the animals, hard-working, cheerful and very easy to be around. I can highly recommend her as a… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Guadalupe) for host
There are no words to describe the beautiful feeling I have after living with Greg and Candi for this last month. I am grateful to them for sharing their place, their beautiful energy, for giving me a place in their hearts, and place that now I can call home. The care and love Candi has for animals and life is inspiring. I left their place with my… read more
6 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Thank you Lisa for your great feedback!
Hosting Lisa's visit was a wonderful experience. She arrived just as COVID-19 Lockdown came into place, and decided to stick it out with us. We're so glad she did. She was a quick learner, loved the animals, and was a hard worker. She made friends with everybody she met, and became part of the family so… read more
Hosting Lisa's visit was a wonderful experience. She arrived just as COVID-19 Lockdown came into place, and decided to stick it out with us. We're so glad she did. She was a quick learner, loved the animals, and was a hard worker. She made friends with everybody she met, and became part of the family so… read more
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
I originally planned to stay here for 3-4 weeks but they turned into 3 1/2 months. I can’t explain with words what an amazing time I have had here and how thankful I am for everything....Candy was such a lovely & kind host. I was sooo lucky to be at this farm during the Covid time! I learned so many different things about horses that it feels… read more
15 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (2travel)
Thank you, Simon, for your feedback!
You'll be pleased to hear the island is almost gone. It was wonderful to host you. You were such fun to have around, and such a great worker. Not many helpers can do the horses and the garden/farm work as well as you. We all miss you, especially Willow. Good luck on your travels, and come back any time, because… read more
You'll be pleased to hear the island is almost gone. It was wonderful to host you. You were such fun to have around, and such a great worker. Not many helpers can do the horses and the garden/farm work as well as you. We all miss you, especially Willow. Good luck on your travels, and come back any time, because… read more
(Excellent)
15 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (2travel) for host
If id be an author and currently write a travelbook - my recent stay at Candy´s place just insured i would not run out of material. I had a great time and im happy that it all worked out so well. Thank you!
At least for now, everything already has potential chapter titles:
7/30 Breakfastclub / The legacy of the island / Willows negotiation /… read more
At least for now, everything already has potential chapter titles:
7/30 Breakfastclub / The legacy of the island / Willows negotiation /… read more
23 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
Lena was an excellent helper. Very independent, willing to work, and easy to get along with! She was was with us for three weeks and we were very sorry to see her go. She was also very calm and good with the horses, and got along very well with the whole family. Thanks Lena!
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I had a lovely time at a very nice place with great people and sweet animals. A Nice possibility to learn more about horses and to enjoy the hinterland of Byron Bay. Thank‘s for this nice time.
19 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (scottysmalls)
What a delight it was to welcome El into our family! He fitted right in and it felt as if we'd known him forever. He didn't mind what kind of work he did, helping Greg with outdoor tasks, me with horse and house business, and also lending us his technical and computer skills. He was easy to get along with, and fun to have around. Thank you for… read more
(Excellent)
19 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (scottysmalls) for host
What a wonderful three weeks! From the first day, Candy and Greg treated me like family. I frequently helped with tasks related to revitalising the land around the new home they recently moved into. I often worked side by side with Greg, whom I found to be one of the most interesting conversationalists I’ve met in a long time. In fact, both he and… read more
2 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Beth)
Beth - it was lovely to host you. We thoroughly enjoyed having you! Your work ethic was great, and so was your love for my naughty puppies. Good luck with your travels!
(Excellent)
2 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Beth) for host
I stayed with Candy for ten days and had a lovely time, made to feel very welcome by both herself and the teenagers! I did between 4-5 hours work per day which included walking the pups, cleaning the house, cutting the hedge, washing the windows and any other odd jobs.
The house is beautiful and in a great location, I only went into Byron Bay a… read more
The house is beautiful and in a great location, I only went into Byron Bay a… read more
14 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Maxime)
Merci a vous Max!
Max was a great helper. He fitted in easily with the family, and also has a great sense of humour - which was very helpful during the stressful house move. He got on very well with the family, friends, and of course the animals. He worked hard, and was good company. I can thoroughly reccomend Max as a workaway or volunteer… read more
Max was a great helper. He fitted in easily with the family, and also has a great sense of humour - which was very helpful during the stressful house move. He got on very well with the family, friends, and of course the animals. He worked hard, and was good company. I can thoroughly reccomend Max as a workaway or volunteer… read more
(Excellent)
13 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Maxime) for host
I stayed with Candy and her Family 5 weeks and it was my first Workaway experience. And such a good one ! I felt very comfortable since the first day at her place.
Candy is fair and working at her place wasn’t to hard : walking the two little dogs Coco and Molly, cleaning the house, gardening. When I was there Candy hadn’t the horses anymore… read more
Candy is fair and working at her place wasn’t to hard : walking the two little dogs Coco and Molly, cleaning the house, gardening. When I was there Candy hadn’t the horses anymore… read more
15 Jan 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
Thank you Emma! It was great to host your visit, and you are sorely missed :) Coco and Molly are not sure where their dedicated dog-walker has gone! Good luck with all your travels. xx
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
I stayed with Candy a month, and spent Christmas and New Year there.
I loved my time with Candy. She's a very interesting and open person, and her whole family are warm and welcoming with you. The work is very fair, some work with the horses and housekeeping, then just general odd jobs. She is very inclusive and takes you to the beach and… read more
I loved my time with Candy. She's a very interesting and open person, and her whole family are warm and welcoming with you. The work is very fair, some work with the horses and housekeeping, then just general odd jobs. She is very inclusive and takes you to the beach and… read more
5 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Thank you so much for all your help Sarah. You fitted straight in with our somewhat dotty family, and we miss you! Good luck with all your travels and come back anytime...xxx
(Excellent)
5 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
I had a wonderful time staying with Candy! She is a kind, generous, and funny individual. I was made very comfortable at her home and felt like part of the family. Candy has excellent stories and knowledge to share regarding natural horsemanship, horse care, as well as travel and writing. Our similar interests made for a great experience. Thank… read more
18 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
It was lovely hosting your visit Charlotte - I loved your indepdendence and your sense of humour! You fitted right into the family and we really enjoyed having you here - even if you couldn't tell the difference between Charlie and Duke (LOL). I would reccomend you to anybody...
(Excellent)
18 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
I stayed with Candy and her family for a little over 5 weeks and everyday was amazing. She ensured I saw local attractions and had great advice on places to see and things to do.
The house and horses are amazing and I learnt a lot from Candy and the boys. I was welcomed into the family instantly and felt very much at home and comfortable.
It… read more
The house and horses are amazing and I learnt a lot from Candy and the boys. I was welcomed into the family instantly and felt very much at home and comfortable.
It… read more
4 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Sonja)
Sonja - we loved having you! You were very easy and helpful, and very good with the horses. It was a pleasure to host your visit, and you're welcome to come back anytime!
xx
Candy
xx
Candy
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Sonja) for host
I stayed only for 3 weeks with Candy and her lovely family but it was an amazing time!! I felt as a part of the family as soon as I arrived!
The work is really fun and not that hard how I expected!
I could ride almost every day if the weather was goid enough!
Candy improved my seating in the saddle in only 1 hour! I learned a lot and also lost… read more
The work is really fun and not that hard how I expected!
I could ride almost every day if the weather was goid enough!
Candy improved my seating in the saddle in only 1 hour! I learned a lot and also lost… read more
30 Mar 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nike)
Hello Nike - we still miss you! And so does Duke...It was lovely hosting your visit - we enjoyed every moment of your company and thank you for all your hard work. Enjoy Australia!!
xx
Candy
xx
Candy
(Excellent)
30 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nike) for host
I fell in love whit this place just after a few days, and I ended up staying för 7 wonderful weeks! Candy is a very nice and caring person who really make you feel at home. The work is fun and not hard. I loved getting up early in the morning to feed the horses, and the beautiful walks with the dogs. Candy took me around to a lot of beautiful… read more
2 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Ellen) for host
Candy's place was my first place to go when I arrived in Australia and it was the right thing to do. It is a very good place to start your travel. Candy is a very interesting and nice person. She knows a lot about many things and you can have very nice conversations with her.
Working at Candy's place is not to hard, you take care of the… read more
Working at Candy's place is not to hard, you take care of the… read more
17 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Matiask) for host
All good,Candy and family are such a lovely people.I enjoyed working there,with the beautiful horses and dogs,nice surrounding by lakes and trees,good energy in the house,and in my free time Candy took me to Byron beaches..
Anna don't stop dancing and singing because you do it very well,plus your charisma you will be successful.And Candy,good… read more
Anna don't stop dancing and singing because you do it very well,plus your charisma you will be successful.And Candy,good… read more
28 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Léa)
Thanks Lea...it was a pleasure to host your visit!
(Excellent)
19 Jun 2014
Left by Workawayer (Léa) for host
This was my first time in Australia, and I enjoyed it a lot ! Candy is really cool and she's an incredible horsemanship teacher. Besides that she showed me many amazing places and beaches, which were just awesome !
21 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria)
Thank you very much for your feedback Victoria, it was a pleasure to host your visit. I hope you keep up the horsemanship!
(Very good)
9 Apr 2014
Left by Workawayer (Victoria) for host
This family was lovely with me. They are welcoming so good. I had a very good time with them. I can do a lot things ridding, walking, go to the wonderful beach and saw the life in Byron Bay.
Thank you for teaching me horsemanship.
Victoria
Thank you for teaching me horsemanship.
Victoria
20 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (workaway03)
Thank you too Christina - we had a lovely time with you. You were so positive, cheerful and hard-working - and funny!! We all miss you still, and I wish you all the best with everything you do in your life. xx Candy
(Excellent)
13 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (workaway03) for host
"Thank you" is a very small word for what you gave to me the past three weeks. I learned a lot about horses, people and life. You and your lovley family introduced me to so many new things like horsemanship, the surf, australian/british culture and lots of other things.
I enjoyed every single day that i've spent on your beautiful farm.
I really… read more
I enjoyed every single day that i've spent on your beautiful farm.
I really… read more
9 Jan 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Catherine)
Thank you Catherine! We loved having you too, and your care for the animals was amazing. I think the dogs still miss you! Hope you have a great 2014...xx Candy
(Excellent)
4 Jan 2014
Left by Workawayer (Catherine) for host
What an amazing place!!! I loved every second of the time I spent here and only wish I could have stayed longer. I was made to feel immediately comfortable and welcome and I soon felt like part of the family. Helping out with the horses, dogs and around the home in this beautiful countryside and environment was a pleasure. I would highly… read more
29 Sep 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Thank you Julia! It was wonderful to have you here. You became part of the family so quickly and you were excellent to have around the horses. We miss you too! xx
(Excellent)
19 Sep 2013
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
I'm back in Germany since a week and I already miss your place so much. Honestly it was the best place I've stayed. The work was fair and Candy and her family are so nice, friendly and funny people. They gave me a second home. You are everytime very welcome to stay with me in Germany.
I've read about that you sold Storm and I'm sooooo glad that… read more
I've read about that you sold Storm and I'm sooooo glad that… read more
13 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (julie_kay)
We so much enjoyed having you Julie...thanks for all your hard work.
Julie was great with everything - didn't mind the chaotic country life, and fitted right in with us all!
Another great workawayer...
Julie was great with everything - didn't mind the chaotic country life, and fitted right in with us all!
Another great workawayer...
(Excellent)
28 Jul 2013
Left by Workawayer (julie_kay) for host
Hi Candy,
I thoroughly enjoyed the month I spent at your place. I was in love with the surrounding macadamia farmland and loved riding and walking the dogs there. Thank you for the intro to natural horsemanship. It was a great experience and a pleasure to help you out. You have really nice horses. Thanks for helping me to see Byron and the… read more
I thoroughly enjoyed the month I spent at your place. I was in love with the surrounding macadamia farmland and loved riding and walking the dogs there. Thank you for the intro to natural horsemanship. It was a great experience and a pleasure to help you out. You have really nice horses. Thanks for helping me to see Byron and the… read more
6 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Jordao Mario)
Jordao (Jordan) was a great asset to us over the Christmas period. He was on his summer break from university, and was incredibly hard-working and thorough. He was happy to help in the house or garden and to learn about the horses. He was interested to learn about our lives, and quickly came part of the family. We very much enjoyed hosting his… read more
(Excellent)
27 Jan 2013
Left by Workawayer (Jordao Mario) for host
I had a great experience working in Candy's farm. It was an experience that definetly I'm going to carry to my life. Her family is very friendly and warm and Candy let you feel very comfortable and part of the family. The christmas that I passed there couldnt be better.
Candy is a very fair boss and she truely care about her workawayers. The work… read more
Candy is a very fair boss and she truely care about her workawayers. The work… read more
6 Mar 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Hunziker)
What can I say? We LOVED having Jeanne (Jane) here, and we still miss her...she was hard-working, great with horses and dogs, and she has a wicked sense of humour! Jane quickly became part of the family and she would be welcome back anytime!
(Excellent)
29 Jan 2013
Left by Workawayer (Hunziker) for host
It was my first time on workaway, and it was amazing! It definitely couldn't be better! I spend 7 weeks ant candy's farm and I learnd a lot!
Candy is a excellent cooker...and a fabulous horse riding teacher, many thanks for the riding/horsemanship lessons!
If u can end up there as a worker you are very lucky!
Many thanks for everything!… read more
Candy is a excellent cooker...and a fabulous horse riding teacher, many thanks for the riding/horsemanship lessons!
If u can end up there as a worker you are very lucky!
Many thanks for everything!… read more
21 Mar 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (ANDREU)
It was wonderful having Andreou with us. He became part of the family immediately. We all has such a good time, that he came back for a second visit!
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2012
Left by Workawayer (ANDREU) for host
This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you are lucky enough to end up in this amazing place with lovely Candy and her family you'll know what I'm talking about. Worth to cross the world for..
So many thanks!
So many thanks!
19 Apr 2011
Left by host for Workawayer (Roussel & Herfaut)
Hi Tom
Thank you for your feedback! It was great to have you here too - I enjoyed your positive attitude to life. I hope things are going well for you both on the island. You are welcome to visit any time! All the best Candy
Thank you for your feedback! It was great to have you here too - I enjoyed your positive attitude to life. I hope things are going well for you both on the island. You are welcome to visit any time! All the best Candy
(Excellent)
19 Apr 2011
Left by Workawayer (Roussel & Herfaut) for host
It was a really good moment with you and your children.
I lived a lot of good time in your place and at the beach.
Thank you for all.
Tom
I lived a lot of good time in your place and at the beach.
Thank you for all.
Tom
