Stay and help on our former farmhouse near Breda, Netherlands

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  Beschreibung

  We are two families (4 adults and 4 kids, all< 6 years) living on a former farmhouse in the countryside of the southern Netherlands, near the Belgian border. Our property covers approximately 10,000 m² and offers plenty of space, nature, animals, gardens and ongoing outdoor projects.
  
  We enjoy rural living and are gradually improving and maintaining our property. There is always something to do: help in the vegetable garden, caring for animals, maintaining the grounds, creating new outdoor spaces or working on practical projects around the farm.
  
  What makes our place unique is that Workawayers stay in their own fully equipped guest accommodation on the property. The accommodation has its own kitchen, bathroom and living space and can host up to four people.
  
  This is not a spare room in our house, but a guest accommodation that is normally rented out as a B&B. It is highly appreciated by guests and currently holds an average rating of 4.8 out of 5. We believe that having your own comfortable space makes it easier to enjoy both the work and the experience of living in the Dutch countryside.
  
  The accommodation is ideal for couples, friends travelling together or families with children who would like more privacy and comfort than a typical Workaway experience.
  
  We are looking for people who enjoy being outdoors, appreciate nature and are willing to help with practical tasks around the property. No special skills are required; enthusiasm, reliability and a positive attitude are much more important.

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  Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten

  Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten

  Leichte Gartenarbeit

  Betreuung von Tieren

  Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof

  Leichte Instandhaltungsarbeiten
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  Interessengebiete

  

  Yoga / Wellness

  

  Technik

  

  Events & Sozialleben

  

  Vegetarier / Veganer

  

  Nachhaltigkeit

  

  Haustiere

  

  Film & Fernsehen

  

  Farmarbeit

  

  Karitative Arbeiten

  

  Gärtnern

  

  Musik

  

  Geschichte

  

  Bücher

  

  Sprachen

  

  Gartenarbeiten

  

  Kochen & Backen

  

  Camping

  

  Natur

  

  Gebirge

  

  Strand

  

  Outdoor-Aktivitäten

  

  Wandern

  

  Radfahren

  

  Tiere
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  UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt

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  Was ist das?
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  Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten

  We enjoy meeting people from different countries and backgrounds and sharing experiences, stories and everyday life. For us, hosting is about much more than getting help with projects around the property – it is an opportunity to learn from each other and build meaningful connections.
  
  Workawayers will experience life on a former Dutch farmhouse with 10,000 m² of land, animals, gardens and outdoor projects. We are happy to share what we know about gardening, growing vegetables, caring for animals, maintaining a rural property and the practical aspects of country living. Our farm is located next to our families tree nursery of 50,000m2 land.
  
  As a family, we mainly eat vegetarian and vegan food. Shared meals are often a nice opportunity to exchange recipes, talk about food, sustainability and cultural traditions from different parts of the world. We always enjoy learning how people live, cook and celebrate in other countries.
  
  Our property is located in the countryside near Zundert, between Breda and Antwerp, giving Workawayers the opportunity to experience both Dutch and Belgian culture. During free time, there are many opportunities for walking, cycling, visiting local towns, exploring nature areas and discovering historic cities nearby.
  
  We believe cultural exchange works both ways. While guests may learn something about Dutch rural life, we also enjoy hearing different perspectives, learning new skills and gaining insight into other cultures and ways of life. Many of the people who stay with us leave us with new ideas, interesting conversations and lasting memories.

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  Projekte mit Kindern

  Dieses Projekt schließt möglicherweise den Umgang mit Kindern ein. Mehr Informationen findest du in unseren Verhaltensregeln und Tipps hier.

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  Arbeit

  The help we are looking for is mainly focused on outdoor help around our farmhouse and property.
  
  Our 10,000 m² property includes gardens, a vegetable garden, animals, trees, lawns and various ongoing improvement projects. The type of help varies depending on the season, weather and current priorities.
  
  Typical tasks may include:
  Weeding and maintaining gardens and flower beds
  Watering plants, trees and the vegetable garden during dry periods
  Planting, pruning and general garden care
  Feeding and caring for animals
  Cleaning animal areas and removing manure
  Mowing, trimming and general property help
  Helping with outdoor improvement projects
  Painting, repairs and small practical help around the property
  General help with keeping the grounds tidy and attractive
  
  Most of the help is outdoors, so it is best suited to people who enjoy being active and do not mind getting a little dirty.
  
  We usually work alongside our Workawayers and enjoy sharing knowledge and practical skills. Depending on the project, you may learn about gardening, vegetable growing, animal care.
  
  No specialist experience is required. Some tasks can be physically demanding, but we are happy to explain everything and match activities to your abilities and interests whenever possible.
  
  We value reliability, a positive attitude and a willingness to help much more than previous experience. Whether you are experienced in outdoor work or simply eager to learn, we look forward to working together.
  
  We usually work from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, with a 15–30 minute break for coffee, tea, drinks and a snack.
  We provide two meals a day: breakfast and lunch. We do not normally provide ingredients for dinner, but you are welcome to harvest fresh vegetables, herbs and other produce from our vegetable garden whenever available.
  During the weekend, we enjoy sharing a meal together whenever possible. We often organize a relaxed dinner, such as homemade pizzas from our wood-fired pizza oven or a barbecue, giving everyone the opportunity to connect, exchange stories and enjoy the countryside together.

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  Sprachen

  Gesprochene Sprachen
  Niederländisch: Fließend
  Englisch: Gute Kenntnisse
  Deutsch: Grundkenntnisse
  Französisch: Grundkenntnisse

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  Dutch is our native language and we also speak English. We enjoy cultural exchange and are happy to help Workawayers practise their Dutch or English in a relaxed, informal way. We are also curious about other languages and cultures and enjoy learning from our guests
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  Unterkunft

  Workawayers stay in a private guest accommodation on our property that is normally rented out as a B&B and receives excellent reviews from guests (currently rated 4.8 out of 5).
  
  The accommodation is fully equipped and includes:
  
  Private entrance
  Comfortable double bed
  Sofa bed for up to two additional guests
  Private bathroom
  Fully equipped kitchen
  Living and dining area
  Wi-Fi
  Outdoor seating area
  
  The accommodation can host up to four people and is ideal for couples, friends travelling together or families with children. A baby cot can also be arranged if needed.
  
  We mainly eat vegetarian and vegan food. Workawayers have access to their own kitchen and can prepare meals independently, but we also enjoy sharing meals together whenever possible. We aim for a flexible combination of privacy, independence and social interaction.
  
  We usually work from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, with a 15–30 minute break for coffee, tea, drinks and a snack.
  We provide two meals a day: breakfast and lunch. We do not normally provide ingredients for dinner, but you are welcome to harvest fresh vegetables, herbs and other produce from our vegetable garden whenever available.
  During the weekend, we enjoy sharing a meal together whenever possible. We often organize a relaxed dinner, such as homemade pizzas from our wood-fired pizza oven or a barbecue, giving everyone the opportunity to connect, exchange stories and enjoy the countryside together.
  
  We mainly eat vegetarian and vegan food.

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  Was noch ...

  Our property is located in a rural area, so having your own transport can be convenient, but it is not essential. We can arrange pick-up and drop-off from Breda Central Station at the beginning and end of your stay.
  
  During your free time, you can enjoy walking and cycling in the countryside, visit nearby Breda or Antwerp, explore local forests and nature areas, or simply relax and enjoy the peace and space around the farm.
  
  We may also be able to lend bicycles, including electric bikes, when they are not being used by our family.
  
  We appreciate people who enjoy rural life, respect animals, nature and shared spaces, and are comfortable living in a family environment.
  
  If you have any questions before applying, please feel free to ask. We are always happy to discuss whether our place is a good match for both sides.

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  Etwas mehr Information

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    Internet Zugang

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    Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang

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    Wir besitzen Tiere

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    Wir sind Raucher

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    Familien möglich

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  Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen

  Digital nomads are welcome. The guest accommodation has Wi-Fi, a private kitchen and plenty of space to work or study during free time. As the help is generally limited to 4–5 hours per day, many guests find they have sufficient time to combine their stay with remote work, online studies or personal projects.

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  Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans

  At the moment, our focus is on hosting guests in the accommodation rather than campers or motorhomes.

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  Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal

  mehr als zwei

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  Meine Tiere/Haustiere

  4 sheep

  Erwtje

  6 chicken

  3 horses

  Noa

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