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Description
We are namibians living in third generation on our family farm.
Dedicated to nature and also commercial farming ---- growing and planting our own food.
We are open minded and nonjudgemental.
Always enjoy good company, laughter and provide a warm atmosphere.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travellers will have some personal contact with the farmowners and can make the experience about farmlife in general under african desert conditions.
Looking after animals, helping in the vegetable- and succulent gardens and general maintenance.
Enjoy the remoteness, warm wheather and lots of sunshine.
This place is more for the adventures nature lover who likes the simplicity !
Just please keep in mind: although we are white farmers with a huge farm, we are not rich and not privileged. We havent got so much work and the ability that we can provide the food completely ! This has to be negotiated.
Projects involving children
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Help
Have an unique farm experience on our farm in the South of Namibia, close to the Namib desert.
We like the company of young and older people who would enjoy farmlife, caring for animals like goats and chickens and helping in the vegetable- and succulent gardens.
We are always intrested to have people with some farmexperience, who are able to stand in for us, during our periods of absence.
Languages spoken
Afrikaans: Fluent
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Accommodation
There are two guestrooms in the main house --- where we can cook together. Alternatively a seperate smaller selfcatering house for those looking for more privacy, and camping facilities are available.
We have solar power, Wifi, excellent springwater and other ammenities.
What else ...
The farm lies about 400 km south of Windhoek and is reachable by Minibus till to the nearest town which is 45 km away.
Gamedrives, swimming, walking, camp fires, relaxing ..... and enjoy only the sounds of nature.
Budged tours are available to various locations such as the famous dunes of Sossusvlei and will be conducted by my husband who is a professional guide.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have a nice and cosy farmstyle campingplace. Its simple but has all you need for camping. Rooftents, vans, trucks or only tents are welcome.
Can possibly accept pets
Pets are welcome.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
2 hours, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 336326248621
Feedback (17)
28/01/2023
We stayed with Franziska and Peter for three weeks in January and it was a fantastic time. They are incredibly kind people and we loved experiencing the wilderness and secludedness, seeing wild animals just while having breakfast sometimes :-) We helped out in the garden, with the animals and sitted the farm for a couple of days when they went… read more
27/01/2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Natalie)
Natalie and Thomas where in January 2023 on our farm. They where involved with farmsitting, gardening, feeding and looking after the animals. Had some encounters with snakes, rock monitors and other wild animals. ;-) They adapted quickly and enjoyed the wildernes and remotenes.
You are lovely people and it was always a pleasure having you around… read more
You are lovely people and it was always a pleasure having you around… read more
(Excellent
)
10/12/2022
Staying with Franziska and Peter was a wonderful experience. They are incredibly warm and welcoming. We stayed with them on the farm for 3 weeks really enjoyed our time. The farm work we did on a daily basis was only for a fews hours a day and the rest of the time is free time to explore the farm, relax and unwind and chat with Franziska and… read more
22/09/2022
Nous avons passés 4 semaines avec Franziska et Peter dans leur oasis. Leur ferme est située en plein bush Namibien et est le point de rendez-vous de nombreux animaux sauvages notamment de milliers d'oiseaux, des plus petits jusqu'aux autruches.
Nous étions logés sur un adorable petit camping aménagé à côté de la maison. Le travail est très varié… read more
Nous étions logés sur un adorable petit camping aménagé à côté de la maison. Le travail est très varié… read more
16/09/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde & Alexandre)
Mathilde and Alexandre where in August / September 2022 for a couple of weeks on our desert farm in Namibia.
They where involved with the gardens, looking after animals, building a hyde, general maintanance
and in search of the giraffe :-)
They where very helpful, friendly, mindful and easy going. It was always a pleasure to have them around… read more
They where involved with the gardens, looking after animals, building a hyde, general maintanance
and in search of the giraffe :-)
They where very helpful, friendly, mindful and easy going. It was always a pleasure to have them around… read more
(Excellent
)
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28/01/2023
Left by Workawayer (Thomas & Natalie) for host
We stayed with Franziska and Peter for three weeks in January and it was a fantastic time. They are incredibly kind people and we loved experiencing the wilderness and secludedness, seeing wild animals just while having breakfast sometimes :-) We helped out in the garden, with the animals and sitted the farm for a couple of days when they went… read more
27/01/2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Natalie)
Natalie and Thomas where in January 2023 on our farm. They where involved with farmsitting, gardening, feeding and looking after the animals. Had some encounters with snakes, rock monitors and other wild animals. ;-) They adapted quickly and enjoyed the wildernes and remotenes.
You are lovely people and it was always a pleasure having you around… read more
You are lovely people and it was always a pleasure having you around… read more
(Excellent
)
10/12/2022
Left by Workawayer (Laura & Chris) for host
Staying with Franziska and Peter was a wonderful experience. They are incredibly warm and welcoming. We stayed with them on the farm for 3 weeks really enjoyed our time. The farm work we did on a daily basis was only for a fews hours a day and the rest of the time is free time to explore the farm, relax and unwind and chat with Franziska and… read more
22/09/2022
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde & Alexandre) for host
Nous avons passés 4 semaines avec Franziska et Peter dans leur oasis. Leur ferme est située en plein bush Namibien et est le point de rendez-vous de nombreux animaux sauvages notamment de milliers d'oiseaux, des plus petits jusqu'aux autruches.
Nous étions logés sur un adorable petit camping aménagé à côté de la maison. Le travail est très varié… read more
Nous étions logés sur un adorable petit camping aménagé à côté de la maison. Le travail est très varié… read more
16/09/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Mathilde & Alexandre)
Mathilde and Alexandre where in August / September 2022 for a couple of weeks on our desert farm in Namibia.
They where involved with the gardens, looking after animals, building a hyde, general maintanance
and in search of the giraffe :-)
They where very helpful, friendly, mindful and easy going. It was always a pleasure to have them around… read more
They where involved with the gardens, looking after animals, building a hyde, general maintanance
and in search of the giraffe :-)
They where very helpful, friendly, mindful and easy going. It was always a pleasure to have them around… read more
(Excellent
)
09/09/2022
Left by Workawayer (Jörg & Anja) for host
Die Arbeit bei Franziska und Peter hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht und war sehr abwechslungsreich. Garten und Instandhaltungsarbeiten,Tierbetreuung. Wir haben viel über Land und Leute kennengelernt. Uns sind die beiden richtig ans Herz gewachsen.
Es war eine tolle Zeit.
Es war eine tolle Zeit.
06/09/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jörg & Anja)
Anja and Jörg spend a couple of weeks , Aug./ Sept. 2022, on our desert farm in Namibia. They helped with gardening and general maintanance. It was always a pleasure to have them around us. Very helpful very interesting and easy going people. We had a wonderful time together and we whish them all the best on their yourney.
(Excellent
)
27/08/2022
Left by Workawayer (Maya) for host
I had an amazing 3 month stay on Franziska's Farm. She and her husband Peter are great hosts. Thank you so much for letting me stay with you! The farm is an ideal place for people seeking for a completely remote place. The quietness and closeness to nature are so beneficial and intense. I loved my work in and around the garden and whatever else… read more
26/07/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Maya)
Maya was May, June and July 2022, on our farm in Namibia. She was involved with gardening, looking after animals, cleaning and general maintanance, on a very remote desert farm. Maya could appreciate the stillness and peacefulness of our place, for yoga and meditation. It was always a pleasure and relaxed with her. We had deep talks and good times… read more
(Excellent
)
26/07/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Coline )
Coline was in July 2022 on our farm in Namibia. She helped with gardening, looking after the animals, cleaning, cutting thorn bushes and was involved with general maintanance on a remote desert farm. It was always a pleasure having her around us. Coline has a wonderful personality and is very knowledgable. She adapt very quickly and completed her… read more
(Excellent
)
28/05/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ivan & Svetlana)
It was wonderful to meet Ivan and Svetlana. We had a great time together. Cutting thorn bushes and spending quality time at the campfire. Really intresting to meet you two. Whish you all the best on your yourney.
(Excellent
)
21/04/2022
Left by Workawayer (Lisa) for host
I stayed at Franziska and Peter's farm for three weeks, and had an amazing time. I worked in the garden, cleared the road from the bushes, took care of the animals. Franziska and Peter are generous, respectful, and very knowledgeable. We had interesting conversations, and shared delicious food. It was a pleasure meeting them. I totally recommend… read more
20/04/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lisa)
Lisa was in April 2022 for several weeks on our farm in Namibia. She was involved in general maintenance, looking after the animals, the gardens and cutting bushes on the side of the roads.
It was always a pleasure having her around us, with her friendly and uncomplicated demeanor.
We wish her all the best in future. Will miss her and hope to… read more
It was always a pleasure having her around us, with her friendly and uncomplicated demeanor.
We wish her all the best in future. Will miss her and hope to… read more
(Excellent
)
05/01/2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrycja)
Patrycja was in December 2021 and January 2022 for several weeks on our farm in the south of Namibia. She was involved with garden work, general maintanance, cleaning work, looking after the animals and helping us with the computer.
Patrycja has a friendly personality and it was always a pleasure having her around. She executed her duties… read more
Patrycja has a friendly personality and it was always a pleasure having her around. She executed her duties… read more
(Excellent
)
30/11/2021
Left by Workawayer (Monja) for host
I really enjoyed my stay on the farm of Franziska and Peter. They are very kind and warmhearted people and I felt comfortaple from the beginning. I did not have to work too much and could profit instead of the beautiful nature and the animals at this place. I had a lot of interesting conversaitions, good food and a lot of nice evenings around the… read more
20/11/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Monja)
Monja from Switzerland stayed in November 2021 for a couple of weeks on our farm in the south of Namibia. Monja was involved in gardening, looking after the animals, cleaning and general maintanance. Her skills to cope with the out door life, the remoteness and how she handled the animals where just amazing ! Monja is a real nature girl and she… read more
(Excellent
)
08/10/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kathrin)
Kathrin was a few weeks in September 2021 on our farm in the south of Namibia. Kathrin was involved with
garden work, cooking and baking, looking after the animals, cleaning and maintaning the property.
The contact was always easy and it was a pleasure and interesting to be together with her.
With her heartwarming mentality, she was just the… read more
garden work, cooking and baking, looking after the animals, cleaning and maintaning the property.
The contact was always easy and it was a pleasure and interesting to be together with her.
With her heartwarming mentality, she was just the… read more
(Excellent
)
07/10/2021
Left by Workawayer (Kathrin) for host
To visit Franziska and Peter on their farm was the best decision I could make. Both are incredible intelligent, warmhearted Namibians and I felt like home from the first second. The decribtion of themself "unjudgemental" fits perfectly. They are my biggest inspiration to live a unconventional, self-determined life. To see their unbelievable joy,… read more
23/09/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jean)
Jean was in June 2021 for about three weeks on our farm in the south of Namibia. Jean was involved in harvesting, building work and gardening. It was always a pleasure beeing together with him. We had very interesting conversations and where totally satisfied with his work. Jean showed himself always ready to go the extra mile and did his work… read more
(Excellent
)
22/09/2021
Left by Workawayer (Jean) for host
I stayed for 3 weeks at Franziska and Peter and got to experience their wonderful hospitality and knowledge. For my first Workaway experience I could not have asked for a more blessed time and location. From the first moment where I was welcomed with open arms, to the first job of harvesting sun kissed lemons, to the wonderful quiet of original… read more
03/08/2021
Left by Workawayer (Julien & Noémie) for host
We spent 5 days at this farm. We did work in this pleasant place. But above all we met the fascinating universe of Franziska and Peter. Frankness, intelligence and joy. This meeting was an oasis in the Namibian desert, thank you to them!
02/08/2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Julien & Noémie)
Julien and Noemie with their three children where five days in July 2021 on our farm in Namibia.
They where mostly cutting thorn bushes next to the roads and helping with general maintenance work.
It was an amazing experience to meet this lovely french family on their long time journey.
We whish them all the best for the next year on the road.
They where mostly cutting thorn bushes next to the roads and helping with general maintenance work.
It was an amazing experience to meet this lovely french family on their long time journey.
We whish them all the best for the next year on the road.
(Excellent
)
15/04/2021
Left by Workawayer (Vicki) for host
I ended up only staying with Franziska and Peter for three nights due to personal reasons, however, I really enjoyed my stay with them! The farm is a genuinely magical and unique place... It really feels like an oasis in the desert - cacti and date palms included! I loved sampling the wild organic meats from their land, as well as the homemade egg… read more
28/11/2020
Left by Workawayer (Fanny) for host
I stayed 2 weeks in November 2020 with Franziska and Peter and enjoyed it a lot! They are a warm and welcoming couple and we had a lot of fun. I learned so much from them about Namibian culture and farm life, spent time with the animals (the dogs, cats, chickens, goats), did some cleaning as well as building some things for the chickens, some… read more
27/11/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Fanny)
Fanny was in November 2020 on our farm in Namibia. It was a great pleasure having her here as she showed herself to be really interrested in our farm activities as well as learning about Namibian culture and way of life. She thoroughly embraced the entire experience. Fanny has a wonderful uncomplicated and kind personality !
She is welcome back… read more
She is welcome back… read more
(Excellent
)
01/03/2020
Left by Workawayer (Marja) for host
I spent 3 weeks on the farm. It is a very remote place, the farm is a little green oasis in a very dry landscape. The years of drought has changed the environment totally.
I have seen the new moon coming up, which is breathtaking. Seen beautiful sunsets. And finally, it rained, what a joy! We made a game drive after the rain had come which was… read more
I have seen the new moon coming up, which is breathtaking. Seen beautiful sunsets. And finally, it rained, what a joy! We made a game drive after the rain had come which was… read more
10/02/2020
Left by Workawayer (Alexander & Julia) for host
Thanks Franziska and Peter for hosting us!
We had a amazing time on the farm with little work and a lot of time for ourself. We really enjoyed eating all together and we felt like being part of the Farm Family. There are 4 cute dogs, 3 cats, goats and a lot of chickens. If you like animals and have a remote atmosphere this is definitely the right… read more
We had a amazing time on the farm with little work and a lot of time for ourself. We really enjoyed eating all together and we felt like being part of the Farm Family. There are 4 cute dogs, 3 cats, goats and a lot of chickens. If you like animals and have a remote atmosphere this is definitely the right… read more
10/02/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander & Julia)
Julia and Alexander where 3 weeks on our farm. During that time they where more than willing to help with the farm duties, took their responsebilities seriously and where innovative ! They prooved to be mature beyond there age and where both lovely company. We whish them all the best.
(Excellent
)
03/02/2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva & Benjamin)
We had really a good time with Eva and Benjamin, they are lovely and hard working people.
(Excellent
)
29/09/2019
Left by Workawayer (Niklas) for host
19/08/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Derek)
What a wonderful experience it was to have been able to share this time with Derek and so refreshing to be able to engage in meaningful inspiring conversation. He took to the chores like a duck to water. We hope very much to see him again and wish him all the very best going forward. Thank you Derek !
(Excellent
)
18/08/2019
Left by Workawayer (Derek) for host
This was an experience that far exceeded my expectations! Franziska and Peter are such gracious, intelligent, kind, and fun hosts, and their farm is such a unique place. I really wish I had planned to stay longer, as the three weeks I was there seemed to go by in a flash.
The work consisted of some basic farm chores (feeding the goats and cows)… read more
The work consisted of some basic farm chores (feeding the goats and cows)… read more
05/07/2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Joseph & Lisa)
Great to have open minded inquisitive people. Great attitude, great conversation, adaptable and a pleasure to have around. Welcome any time!
(Excellent
)
05/07/2019
Left by Workawayer (Joseph & Lisa) for host
The experience with Franziska and Peter on their farm matched their profile exactly. Non-judgemental, caring, kind and down to earth, Franziska and Peter are simply a cool couple and as local Namibian as you can get! We stayed from 18 June to 6 July 2019. There is not much work to do and so food is not provided which we knew up front, which was… read more
