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Host rating
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Last replied
19 Apr 2024
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Description
We are a couple that loves nature, animals and life on our little farm in the middle of our field.
Luc (60+) is a pensioner, operated on both knees. He usually does all the gardening and cooking. He used to be a geography teacher.
Karin (50+)is a science teacher who takes care of the animals. She also did an equicoaching education.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will learn about cooking, growing vegetables ecologically, get to know the typical nature in the environment: birds, beaver, deer etc. Luc is a garden ranger which means he helps people to organise their garden as nature friendly as possible. They could also learn about how to handle rescue dogs in a gentle way.
Help
There are 3 dogs (to walk, if you want, in your free time) 2 chickens, 2 horses and 2 cats to look after. The stables and the field have to be cleaned, and there is a garden and vegetable garden to be kept. There is work outside in the garden and fields all year. Of course we assume that everybody helps cleaning the dishes, setting the table, keeping the rooms tidy and clean. (mucky shoes in the garage and inside clean shoes or slippers)
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
French: Intermediate
German: Beginner
Italian: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
They could have a bedroom and a separate room on the first floor. The bathroom will have to be shared and the kitchen as well. In the evenings they could cook the meal together with Luc and we could all have our meal together.
What else ...
We live in a very nice agricultural and nature reserve area where it is excellent to hike or cycle. You may meet the king fisher, deer, or even some beavers on your trips. On walking distance to our house, you can fish. We live near the border of the Netherlands and Germany. Aachen, Maastricht, Eindhoven, Roermond, Antwerpen and Brussels are all worth a trip. A bit further are Gent, Brugge and Amsterdam. We can drop you at a bus station to start your city trips if you want. You can go swimming in the summer at about 5 km away from our home. If you like board games, that´s a pro! Experienced riders may go horse-riding.
Karin is up early and prefers the quiet at night time.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
4-5 hours a day
Host ref number: 357955991849
Feedback (19)
11 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lorena) for host
We had a great time staying with Karim and Luc, they are such a fun, interesting and easy going couple. The job wasn't difficult to do and the working hours were distributed along the day. In the mornings we walked the dogs when Karim wasn't home, so we could enjoy the beautiful surroundings, Kinrooi is a peaceful town, with lots of farms,… read more
11 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Didier)
Didier was an excellent workawayer whom we got along with very well. We laughed a great deal as his sense of humor is great. He is intelligent and we had many interesting conversations about many different subjects. Apart from his personality, he is also a very good worker. He really has a lot of experience with building, DIY, electricity, and he… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Didier) for host
I spend one week in June with Karin and Luc (and forgot to leave my feedback!). They are incredibly kind, grateful and respectful :it was a pleasure to work alongside Luc who stays at home while Karin goes to work. We used to working before noon in their splendid farm and go cycling in the afternoon to discover the marvelous countryside,… read more
11 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jesse James)
Jesse was a very sociable and adaptable workawayer. He did a good job in helping Luc making the new fence of the track for the horses. We will always call that part the Panama Canal for sure. He also helped out with the computer. We loved the meals he made. He was ready to assist in whatever task was necessary at the moment. We would surely… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jesse James) for host
Our stay with Luc and Karin was really amazing and lovely! We felt as part of the family since the first moment, we loved the talks and sharing moments with them, they are really friendly and funny people :D!
We really loved all the rest of the family, Picchu, Inca, Kolo, Remush, Romush, Raiko and Vilar! We loved all the moments, Dogs, Cats or… read more
We really loved all the rest of the family, Picchu, Inca, Kolo, Remush, Romush, Raiko and Vilar! We loved all the moments, Dogs, Cats or… read more
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11 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Lorena) for host
We had a great time staying with Karim and Luc, they are such a fun, interesting and easy going couple. The job wasn't difficult to do and the working hours were distributed along the day. In the mornings we walked the dogs when Karim wasn't home, so we could enjoy the beautiful surroundings, Kinrooi is a peaceful town, with lots of farms,… read more
11 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Didier)
Didier was an excellent workawayer whom we got along with very well. We laughed a great deal as his sense of humor is great. He is intelligent and we had many interesting conversations about many different subjects. Apart from his personality, he is also a very good worker. He really has a lot of experience with building, DIY, electricity, and he… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Didier) for host
I spend one week in June with Karin and Luc (and forgot to leave my feedback!). They are incredibly kind, grateful and respectful :it was a pleasure to work alongside Luc who stays at home while Karin goes to work. We used to working before noon in their splendid farm and go cycling in the afternoon to discover the marvelous countryside,… read more
11 Dec 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jesse James)
Jesse was a very sociable and adaptable workawayer. He did a good job in helping Luc making the new fence of the track for the horses. We will always call that part the Panama Canal for sure. He also helped out with the computer. We loved the meals he made. He was ready to assist in whatever task was necessary at the moment. We would surely… read more
(Excellent
)
7 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jesse James) for host
Our stay with Luc and Karin was really amazing and lovely! We felt as part of the family since the first moment, we loved the talks and sharing moments with them, they are really friendly and funny people :D!
We really loved all the rest of the family, Picchu, Inca, Kolo, Remush, Romush, Raiko and Vilar! We loved all the moments, Dogs, Cats or… read more
We really loved all the rest of the family, Picchu, Inca, Kolo, Remush, Romush, Raiko and Vilar! We loved all the moments, Dogs, Cats or… read more
17 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisabeth )
Elisabeth is a very friendly person. She wants to help people a lot. She is very quiet, which is good because not disturbing, but sometimes it would be better that she would speak up a bit more. She adores cats and dogs and is very friendly with them. She is a strong woman as she could easily carry the tons of water for the horses.
We wish her all… read more
We wish her all… read more
(Very good
)
13 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Elisabeth ) for host
these people are so incredibly nice and caring for everyone humans, animal and plants.they are funny and love to joke around. they are so very inspiring I learned a lot from then in the week time I was there. I am so happy I was allowed to help them and spent time with them. I hope I can take all what I learned into my own home one day and be as… read more
1 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jodie)
Jodie is a great person with a great interest in nature and healthy living.
We only got to know her for a short time., but long enough to be impressed. She is very helpfull, we are glad we met her and she is wellcome at our farm!
We only got to know her for a short time., but long enough to be impressed. She is very helpfull, we are glad we met her and she is wellcome at our farm!
(Excellent
)
30 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jodie) for host
Glad I could help this funny and grateful couple around the house and with their animals. If you like nature and horses (also fries potatoes and beers!), you found a perfect place on the edge of the Dutch border.
18 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Karin and Luc was an incredible hosts! I stayed with them for two weeks in the end of December and celebrated Christmas together. They cook very delicious food with the freshest local ingredients. Karin show me a local restaurant and she gave me to try the real Belgium food which was so yummy. Luc gave me to try his favorite Belgium beers. We were… read more
18 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah )
Hannah spent a couple of weeks with us. She is very responsible in all the tasks, mature in many ways, with excellent communication skills. She was also great with the animals, and very cheerful company;
Talkative, singing, and with a good sense of humor. She did a lot of work in the garden and when it was bad weather she didn't hesitate to clean… read more
Talkative, singing, and with a good sense of humor. She did a lot of work in the garden and when it was bad weather she didn't hesitate to clean… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Hannah ) for host
Karin and Luc are wonderful and caring people. I stayed with them almost a month and enjoyed it a lot. It was my first workaway experience. The work was a good mix of working with my hands in the garden, spending time with the animals and cleaning. They showed me the region, gave good tips for my city- and biketrips, served delicious (!) food and… read more
18 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (ELVAN ) for host
Karin and Luc are wonderful hosts :) thank you very much for accepting me because my english was poor. they were very helpful. things were not difficult and walking the dogs was very enjoyable. I also fell in love with cats :) thank you again for everything :) sorry for being a little late :)
26 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (ELVAN )
Elvan was with us for 12 days. She is a strong, honest and kind woman. She works hard. Despite of the language problem, we liked having her as a workawayer.
And yes, she still needs more lessons in English, that is why I put less stars for communication.
She is excellent with all cats and dogs, very good worker in the garden too. She may come… read more
And yes, she still needs more lessons in English, that is why I put less stars for communication.
She is excellent with all cats and dogs, very good worker in the garden too. She may come… read more
(Very good
)
13 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Carmen) for host
My week at Luc and Karin was educational, valuable and fun. I felt immediately at home; Luc and Karin took good care of me (and the food was very, very good). Loved walking with the dogs, working in the garden and taken care of the animals. I even had the opportunity to make my own apple sauce. They really gave me the chance to do the things that… read more
13 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Carmen)
Carmen was only one week with us and we wish she could have stayed longer. Very sociable, easy going, polite, tidy, a hard and responsibly worker. She is very positive, interested in people, thankful... and so on. Our animals will miss her too!
(Excellent
)
13 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Camilla)
Camilla stayed with us for over 2 weeks. She is a hard worker, smart, always in good mood, a good Catan player, did a lot of work in the vegetable garden, super dog walker, well with the horses... everything positive, Romus the cat will miss her and so will we!
(Excellent
)
14 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Anja)
Anja was really a good workawayer. She is very modest, friendly and understanding. She worked well, didn't hesitate in doing new things, as working with the horses. She is strong and every job she does, she fulfills. The dogs absolutely adored her. If you are looking for a hard working workawayer who is reliable, good company for both animals and… read more
(Excellent
)
14 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anja) for host
I stayed 2 weeks with Karin and Luc and it was amazing! After a couple of days I felt like a family member! Karin and Luc are really funny people, they joke around and Karins laugh is so amazing to hear. They showed me beautiful places and I learned a lot about history and they cooked special Belgian dishes for me! All the animals are cute as… read more
27 May 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruth)
Ruth was with us for almost 2 weeks and was absolutely a good workawayer. She is very good with animals, the cats and dogs have been spoiled and they loved it. She kept the stables so clean I could invite people to have tea and cake there. She was good company, liked to play 'kolonisten van Catan', went horse riding, dog walking and enjoyed the… read more
(Excellent
)
27 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ruth) for host
It was my first Workaway experience, and it could not have been any nicer. Karin and Luc made me feel very welcome. Although there were a lot of weeds to pull out, they made the time to show me around the country side and visit the city Thorn. All the animals (3 cats, 3 dogs, 3 horses, 3 chickens) are a joy to take care off. I arrived a stranger,… read more
15 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Joao Paulo)
Joao Paulo, aka, JP, was with us for about ten days, and we really enjoyed having him as a workawayer. He is always positive, in a good mood. He was very kind to our animals and did a good job doing the stables. We also thank him a lot for digging a ditch for a gas tube. He loves to eat and is very thankfull with everything he gets. He made a… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Joao Paulo) for host
Dear Karin and Luc, thank you for being amazing hosts and letting me experience a little of Belgium's countryside, for presenting Belgium dishes, beers and chocolate. Also thanks very much for having me use the bike, for making cycling route plans and cycling with me. The work was focused on keeping a clean environment for the horses, as they… read more
20 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Calista) for host
My stayed with Karin and Luc It was incredible, since the minute I was with them I felt really comfortable. I loved sharing the week with them. We cleaned the stables, the field, did some gardening, etc. I fell in love with the animals, I already miss them, mostly pichu and his energy. I felt really connected with the animals and I enjoyed the… read more
8 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tanguy & Morgane)
Morgan and Tanguy have been with us twice and we really liked them to be with us. They found weeding relaxing, did a very good job with it, loved all animals and took care of them as it were their own. They are nice, educated, funny and reliable persons who are always welcome.
(Excellent
)
11 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tanguy & Morgane) for host
We stayed two weeks at Karin and Luc's place, It was our first workaway experience and it was awesome. Karin and Luc are very friendly and they made us feel comfortable.
We spend a really good time with them sharing good meals lovely cooked by Luc, with a lot of talks and funny moments.
We enjoyed taking care of the horses, Gaudi, Raiko, Vidar… read more
We spend a really good time with them sharing good meals lovely cooked by Luc, with a lot of talks and funny moments.
We enjoyed taking care of the horses, Gaudi, Raiko, Vidar… read more
8 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Anton) for host
Karin and Luc are very good hosts and nice people. If you are ready for real work and loyalty to the house rules, this place is for you.
29 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Misbahul) for host
Karin and Luc were my first host ever in Workaway and I am so grateful to did it with them. I stayed in their lovely and peaceful home for a week, helping some basic stuffs in which I really enjoyed. They are surrounded with nature and lovely animals so it is perfect if you do not mind to live in a calm small town. They know exactly how Workaway… read more
22 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Annamari)
Anku (Annamari) was a great workawayer. She stayed with us for ten days. She is a very good gardener, works well and with pleasure, loves animals, good conversations and laughs a lot. We enjoyed having her as a guest. She takes an interest in many things such as history, culture, gardening, food...She is wellcome at any time.
(Excellent
)
18 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Annamari) for host
I stayed with Luc and Karin only for one and a half weeks, and wish I could have stayed longer. They have lovely animals and a beautiful big house, surrounded by amazing cycling / riding paths. The tasks were nice; mostly gardening, taking care of the animals and cleaning the stables. Luc and Karin are both great company and extremely hospitable.… read more
28 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Arturo & Aldana)
Arturo stayed for 2 weeks in November and as far as we are concerned, he could have stayed longer. He is a good worker and a kind, intelligent person with the right spirit. He is the kind of workawayer who would fit in many situations, very reliable, loves animals, nature, food, people, culture, beer etc. He is wellcome at any time.
(Excellent
)
10 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Arturo & Aldana) for host
I stayed with Luc and Karin for two weeks and the time run really fast!! They are excellent persons, very kind and hospitable.We went cycling or walking with the dogs around the forest (their front garden as Luc called it), and they also took me to other near places by car so I could know a bit more about the history and culture of the area. At… read more
21 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Christina)
Chris stayed for 3 weeks and a half, and she became part of the family. She is a hard worker, intelligent, a bit indecisive, interested in culture and nature. She can be very quiet but has a great laugh and a good sense of humour too. She is an excellent and creative cook. Last but not least, she adores animals and is very good in taking care of… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra & Mario) for host
Our stay with Karin and Luc was our first experience with Workaway and it could not have been better. They were so nice to us and hospitable.
We had to clean the stables of the three horses: Cheval, Raiko and Howdie (I hope I wrote the name correctly :D) and also give them some hay. Unfortunately we had to leave before they got a 4th islandic… read more
We had to clean the stables of the three horses: Cheval, Raiko and Howdie (I hope I wrote the name correctly :D) and also give them some hay. Unfortunately we had to leave before they got a 4th islandic… read more
