A charming stone house stands under a clear blue sky, surrounded by lush greenery and a beautiful wisteria vine arch bursting with delicate purple blossoms.
A lush garden features dense green foliage, orange flowers blooming in the center, and a glass greenhouse in the background surrounded by trees and sunlight.
A dachshund and a calico cat interact playfully outdoors on a rocky ground. The cat gently embraces the dog, creating a cute and affectionate moment.
Chickens roam a farmyard beside a stone house. Stacks of firewood are neatly piled near leafless trees, creating a rustic and peaceful countryside scene.
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Living and sharing skills in the beautiful region of forests, fields and meadows near Doische, Belgium

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least a week

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  • Description

    Description

    We are Sieska (Dutch-speaking) and Philippe (French-speaking), a welcoming, open-minded couple who enjoy good company. We live surrounded by nature, woods, and water. Here, cats, a dog, and chickens live together in perfect harmony. We are renovating an old mill dating from the late 18th century and have a large garden and vegetable patch. Our philosophy is to live as much as possible in harmony with nature. We are interested in various farming methods. We have already completed many major renovations. Now, for the next phase, we would like to work together in a social setting. Furthermore, we are also working on adapting the surrounding land to suit our needs. We are located in the Hermeton Valley, 40 minutes from Namur, an hour and a half from Brussels, in the heart of the High Fens.

    Nous sommes Sieska (Néerlandophone) et Philippe (Francophone), une couple accueillant, ouvert d’esprit qui aimons la bonne compagnie.
    Nous vivons en pleine nature entourer de bois et d’eaux.
    Ici, chats, chien et la basse court vivent ensemble en pleine harmonie.
    Nous rénovons un vieux moulin de la fin du 18ieme siècle et avons un grand jardin et potager. Notre philosophie est de vivre le plus possible en harmonie avec la nature.
    Nous nous intéressons à plusieurs procédés de cultures.
    Nous avons déjà fait beaucoup de grosses rénovations. Maintenant pour la suite on voudrait faire le travail ensemble dans la rencontre sociale.
    En outre, nous travaillons également à l'adaptation en fonction de nos besoin du terrain environnant.
    Nous sommes situés dans la vallée de l’Hermeton, à 40 minutes de Namur, à 1 heure et demi de Bruxelles, au centre des Fagnes.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Self development
    Pets
    Farming
    Charity work
    Writing
    Plant care
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
    Nature
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    At Le Moulin, we can offer you the opportunity to learn what it takes to care for a century-old house, how to chop wood, how to care for the land, and how to live in the Famenne countryside. The tasks, both inside and out, is varied and always done with natural materials. From building partition walls and cladding them to cultivating the land and preparing firewood, we place great importance on a task well done, without neglecting the equally important need for enjoying life. We are people who live in the present moment and expect volunteers to be friendly, enthusiastic, and have a good understanding of what's needed.

    Au Moulin, nous pouvons vous proposer d'apprendre ce qu'implique la rénovation d'une maison centenaire, couper du bois, comment prendre soin de la terre et comment vivre dans la campagne de la Famenne.
    Les travaux tant à l’intérieur qu’à l’extérieur sont divers et se font toujours avec des matériaux naturels.
    De la fabrication de cloison séparant des pièces avec leur bardages à la culture de la terre passant par la préparation du bois de chauffage, nous attachons une grande importance au travail bien fait sans omettre la nécessité tout aussi importante du plaisir de vivre.
    Nous sommes des personnes qui vivons au présent des choses et attendons des volontaires de la convivialité, de l’enthousiasme et un minimum de capacité d’anticipation.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for help with the upkeep of the grounds and house, depending on the time of year and season. Possible activities include:
    * Help with household chores and cooking.
    * Gardening (mowing the lawn, trimming hedges, weeding, sowing and planting vegetables, etc.).
    * Wood tasks (in winter): gathering branches, collecting firewood.
    * Small DIY projects and minor repairs.

    Nous recherchons de l'aide pour l'entretien du terrain et de la maison selon le moment et la saison.

    Les activités possibles :

    * Aide aux tâches ménagères et à la cuisine.
    * Jardinage et entretien (tondre la pelouse, tailler les haies, désherber, semer et planter des légumes, ...).
    * Travail dans le bois (en hiver): ramasser des branchces, aller chercher du bois
    * Projets de bricolage et petites réparations

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    French: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    German: Beginner

    This 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

    Accommodation

    In exchange for 5 hours of help per day, 5 days a week, we offer three good meals a day and a room with a separate shower and toilet for volunteers. We usually prepare the meals, but we may occasionally ask for your help, as we share meals together.

    En échange de 5 heures d'aide par jour, 5 jours par semaine, nous vous offrons trois bons repas quotidiens et une chambre. Avec douche et WC séparés pour les volontaires.
    En général, nous préparons les repas, mais nous vous demanderons parfois un peu d'aide, car nous partageons les repas ensembles.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    It's a beautiful region of forests, fields, and meadows with rivers and numerous hiking trails—one of which even starts right on our property. We often go hiking with our dog, and you're more than welcome to join us! Philippeville train station is a 15-minute drive away, and Dinant train station is 30 minutes away. We can pick you up, just as we can from Givet train station if you're coming from France.

    C'est une belle région forestière, de champs et de prairies avec des rivières et de nombreux sentiers de randonnée - l'un d'entre eux commence même sur notre terrain. Nous faisons souvent des randonnées avec notre chien, et vous êtes bien sûr les bienvenus !
    La gare de Philippeville est à 15 minutes en voiture et la gare de Dinant à 30 minutes. On peut venir vous chercher. Comme à la gare de Givet si vous veniez de France.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    2 groupes de poules

    1 petit chien

    Une variété très large dans le bois

    4 chats

Host ref number: 292118516969

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A lush garden features dense green foliage, orange flowers blooming in the center, and a glass greenhouse in the background surrounded by trees and sunlight.
A charming stone house stands under a clear blue sky, surrounded by lush greenery and a beautiful wisteria vine arch bursting with delicate purple blossoms.
A dachshund and a calico cat interact playfully outdoors on a rocky ground. The cat gently embraces the dog, creating a cute and affectionate moment.
Chickens roam a farmyard beside a stone house. Stacks of firewood are neatly piled near leafless trees, creating a rustic and peaceful countryside scene.

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