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A minimum stay is 2 weeks
Welcome to our horse & family farm
Do you want to help with the horses' daily routine?
can you work independently
are you not afraid of scooping horse poo
preparing the hay nets for our horses on a daily basis
We are looking for people who would like to stay for 3 up to 6 months.
Shorter stays for 1/2 persons will still be possible.
We live at a farm in the Ardennes where we look for balance between our professional life and our passion horses and nature.
I'm a yoga teacher, shiatsu practitioner and horse coach, Henk is a professional coach.
We are a family of 5, only 3 still living in and around the house. Our eldest son is 26, the one in the middle is 21 and our daughter of 18. We love animals, have a couple of dogs and different cats living in the house and outside we have horses 🐴 and chickens.
We are a busy family. We like to enjoy life and work hard. We respect all life whether it's human or not.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
What can you learn ?
gardening (we started our permaculture garden and are exploring this technique, our garden's purpose is to be self sustaining)
yoga (do-in and yin yoga)
We speak Dutch/Flamish, French & English.
We cook mostly organic, we're flexitarians (eat veggie, meat & fish), we try to cultivate (in the season) our own vegetables or buy them local
we are a big family, our kids all play music
ALL Yoga classes (taught in French) are open to all our volunteers when space is available
(NO participation in one on one shiatsu or yoga therapy or private coaching sessions with clients)
Help
We are looking for work-a-wayers (experience with horses is handy)
In general :
The daily tasks are :
cleaning the horse paddocks and stables
feeding and providing water to all the animals
help in and around the house with daily chores
cleaning the small animal housing (monthly routine)
in spring & summer : extra gardening
Everything depends on your capabilities :)
We can show you some nice walks by foot/bicycle.
We invite you in our home & family and make you part of it. We prefer volunteers who can operate independently as we work a couple of days outside of the farm
During the year we often only host one person or a couple - during the summer we may have more volunteers the same period. Minimum age 18.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Accommodation
You'll have a room to yourself or with an other volunteer in our farm with a bathroom (you share with others) on the floor below. Our farm is a 180 year old building, everyone has his own room, so yes it's pretty big.
We can not accept volunteers travelling with their pets (dogs, cats, ...) .
What else ...
You are free to join our weekly yoga classes (when spots available)
Our farm is situated at the North of the Belgian Ardennes, 15 minutes by car from the railway station Marloie which will bring you to Bruxelles and the rest of Belgium or to Luxemburg City. You can also use a bike to discover to close by villages & towns such as Durbuy, La Roche en Ardenne, Rochefort,...
We do not always eat vegetarian, but it is possible, we try to eat veggie 2 to 3 times a week. In summer we grow a lot of our veggies our self.
No smokers allowed.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
There is wifi in all the rooms, in one of the rooms we have an extra little desk to work at.
Space for parking camper vans
Big parking in front of the house, so almost any size of camper, as long as it is not the size of a long distance truck ;) Mobilhomes, 5 p. campers, ....are ok
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Host ref number: 337112585928
Feedback (51)
3 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Abdulrahman)
Altough Danny didn't stay long at our place, we had a good feeling with this warm hearted guy!
A wonderful cook, he made us taste the traditional Yemen cuisine on several days
he's a very handy work-willing guy with an openmind and joy to host.
A wonderful cook, he made us taste the traditional Yemen cuisine on several days
he's a very handy work-willing guy with an openmind and joy to host.
(Excellent
)
20 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Abdulrahman) for host
I had an amazing experience at this horse farm! The family was lovely, friendly and accommodating, their dogs and cats are so cute, making the whole visit enjoyable and educational. The horses are well-cared for, and the farm itself is beautiful.
The nature around the farm is beautiful as both towns next to the farm.
Highly recommend for anyone… read more
The nature around the farm is beautiful as both towns next to the farm.
Highly recommend for anyone… read more
21 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Steve) for host
This was a rich experience.
The workaway was excellently balanced.
Veerle and Henk do their utmost to create a cosy atmosphere, filled with Veerle's great cooking and Henk's hospitality with a glass of wine and Belgian beer.
It's a unique experience with the horses. The hosts don't force you to anything and there's plenty of space for you to… read more
The workaway was excellently balanced.
Veerle and Henk do their utmost to create a cosy atmosphere, filled with Veerle's great cooking and Henk's hospitality with a glass of wine and Belgian beer.
It's a unique experience with the horses. The hosts don't force you to anything and there's plenty of space for you to… read more
17 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronika & Marlene)
Veronika & Marlene,
Wow, great, great volunteers
we were very happy to host them and even if the start was a bit awkward the first days after a while we all got in the routine and into each others energy.
Yes life/arrival at a host does not always start smoothly but that doesn't mean the total experience will be bad. Sometimes we need some… read more
Wow, great, great volunteers
we were very happy to host them and even if the start was a bit awkward the first days after a while we all got in the routine and into each others energy.
Yes life/arrival at a host does not always start smoothly but that doesn't mean the total experience will be bad. Sometimes we need some… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Veronika & Marlene) for host
It was a great experience for both of us. Even though the family can see a little bit distant for the first few days, we really warmed up very quick and hat a great time at the farm.
The descriptions of the tasks are pretty accurate, and the work is more than manageable. We also watched the farm for one week on our own, which was no problem for… read more
The descriptions of the tasks are pretty accurate, and the work is more than manageable. We also watched the farm for one week on our own, which was no problem for… read more
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3 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Abdulrahman)
Altough Danny didn't stay long at our place, we had a good feeling with this warm hearted guy!
A wonderful cook, he made us taste the traditional Yemen cuisine on several days
he's a very handy work-willing guy with an openmind and joy to host.
A wonderful cook, he made us taste the traditional Yemen cuisine on several days
he's a very handy work-willing guy with an openmind and joy to host.
(Excellent)
20 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Abdulrahman) for host
I had an amazing experience at this horse farm! The family was lovely, friendly and accommodating, their dogs and cats are so cute, making the whole visit enjoyable and educational. The horses are well-cared for, and the farm itself is beautiful.
The nature around the farm is beautiful as both towns next to the farm.
Highly recommend for anyone… read more
The nature around the farm is beautiful as both towns next to the farm.
Highly recommend for anyone… read more
21 Dec 2024
Left by Workawayer (Steve) for host
This was a rich experience.
The workaway was excellently balanced.
Veerle and Henk do their utmost to create a cosy atmosphere, filled with Veerle's great cooking and Henk's hospitality with a glass of wine and Belgian beer.
It's a unique experience with the horses. The hosts don't force you to anything and there's plenty of space for you to… read more
The workaway was excellently balanced.
Veerle and Henk do their utmost to create a cosy atmosphere, filled with Veerle's great cooking and Henk's hospitality with a glass of wine and Belgian beer.
It's a unique experience with the horses. The hosts don't force you to anything and there's plenty of space for you to… read more
17 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Veronika & Marlene)
Veronika & Marlene,
Wow, great, great volunteers
we were very happy to host them and even if the start was a bit awkward the first days after a while we all got in the routine and into each others energy.
Yes life/arrival at a host does not always start smoothly but that doesn't mean the total experience will be bad. Sometimes we need some… read more
Wow, great, great volunteers
we were very happy to host them and even if the start was a bit awkward the first days after a while we all got in the routine and into each others energy.
Yes life/arrival at a host does not always start smoothly but that doesn't mean the total experience will be bad. Sometimes we need some… read more
(Excellent)
16 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer (Veronika & Marlene) for host
It was a great experience for both of us. Even though the family can see a little bit distant for the first few days, we really warmed up very quick and hat a great time at the farm.
The descriptions of the tasks are pretty accurate, and the work is more than manageable. We also watched the farm for one week on our own, which was no problem for… read more
The descriptions of the tasks are pretty accurate, and the work is more than manageable. We also watched the farm for one week on our own, which was no problem for… read more
17 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Douglas)
Douglas "Doug" stayed almost 2 weeks as planned before leaving back to the states.
He is a very friendly man, always willing to help, and once he found his rhythm in the house, he spontaneously offered extra assistance that we hadn’t originally asked for. So after feeding the horses and mucking out the paddocks he painted outside, all our garden… read more
He is a very friendly man, always willing to help, and once he found his rhythm in the house, he spontaneously offered extra assistance that we hadn’t originally asked for. So after feeding the horses and mucking out the paddocks he painted outside, all our garden… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth )
Helena stayed for 2 months, she was thrown into the deep as from day 1, arriving with a jetlag we left her the farm almost alone for a couple of days. And she held firm.
I'm sure it wasn't easy in the beginning, another volunteer hadn't showed up, we managed to get some extra help whilst being on competition with our daughter. A tough one for all… read more
I'm sure it wasn't easy in the beginning, another volunteer hadn't showed up, we managed to get some extra help whilst being on competition with our daughter. A tough one for all… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Elisabetta) for host
I spent three weeks with Veerle and Henk during the month of June. It was my first experience with Workaway and honestly, I couldn't have asked for a better one. The place is magnificent, the horses are splendid, as are the dogs, cats, and other animals. At home, there were Veerle, Henk, and Louise, and I got along very well with them: they are… read more
6 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Othmane) for host
It's no coincidence that this family has received so much excellent feedback from Workawayers. My experience with Veerle and Henk was top-notch, especially considering my previous experience on farms, which made communication about tasks and what needed to be done very smooth.
I really appreciated the fact that they trust you in what you're doing… read more
I really appreciated the fact that they trust you in what you're doing… read more
2 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
J'ai passé 4 semaines auprès de Verlee, Hank, Simon, Louise où j'ai pu apprendre sur les chevaux, l'équi-coaching, le travail dans une fermette.
Le matin, je m'occupais de nourrir les chevaux, préparer les ballots de foin pour le soir et ramasser le crottin.
L'après-midi, je nourrissais à nouveau les chevaux.
Au-delà du travail, c'est une… read more
Le matin, je m'occupais de nourrir les chevaux, préparer les ballots de foin pour le soir et ramasser le crottin.
L'après-midi, je nourrissais à nouveau les chevaux.
Au-delà du travail, c'est une… read more
14 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Eszter & Liza)
It's been a while since Eszter & Liza were here
they arrived and started their journey when we were absent, this situation stayed a little similar as our work had us go on trips a lot the time they spent at our place, so we were the absent hosts this time :)
They managed this very well
They handled every task really well
Helped out whenever they… read more
they arrived and started their journey when we were absent, this situation stayed a little similar as our work had us go on trips a lot the time they spent at our place, so we were the absent hosts this time :)
They managed this very well
They handled every task really well
Helped out whenever they… read more
(Excellent)
14 Feb 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Nele & Lara)
Nele and Lara,
Thank you for your help at the farm, the 3 weeks you were here.
You were always available for the tasks we've asked you.
Courageous, willing, available, independent helpers!
We hope you enjoyed the belgian scenery.
Thank you for your help at the farm, the 3 weeks you were here.
You were always available for the tasks we've asked you.
Courageous, willing, available, independent helpers!
We hope you enjoyed the belgian scenery.
(Excellent)
21 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anaelle)
It was Anaelle's first workawayexperience so time to settle is always important which we sometimes forget since we've been hosting for soo long.
Anaelle was eager to learn, do new tasks and finish until the task was complete.
We wish her all the luck with her study projects and more fun travelling through Europe during Summer.
Anaelle was eager to learn, do new tasks and finish until the task was complete.
We wish her all the luck with her study projects and more fun travelling through Europe during Summer.
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jónás)
Jónás stayed almost 2 weeks with us.
He's a independent worker, has experience with farm work although he didn't have experience with horses this all worked out. Eager to learn !
He was always keen on helping out in the kitchen wanted to learn about our cooking habits and was always ready to taste something new.
We wish him a good continuation and… read more
He's a independent worker, has experience with farm work although he didn't have experience with horses this all worked out. Eager to learn !
He was always keen on helping out in the kitchen wanted to learn about our cooking habits and was always ready to taste something new.
We wish him a good continuation and… read more
(Excellent)
11 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jónás) for host
I spent a wonderful week at Veerle's little farm. The family was very welcoming, the food was delicious and the work was not too much. I had the opportunity to taste special belgian dishes and beers, what I liked a lot. Despite the weather was not the best during my stay here, I took nice walks at the nature and to the small villages nearby. I… read more
28 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Chiara & Matteo) for host
We stayed with Veerle and her family for 10 days before Christmas 2022. The family was very welcoming, we had the possibility to watch one of Veerle's 2 days group sessions with the horses, and it was magic.
The first night they accompained us to the beautiful Ciney's Christmas market! And they suggested some itineraries in the forest, which is… read more
The first night they accompained us to the beautiful Ciney's Christmas market! And they suggested some itineraries in the forest, which is… read more
20 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Nami)
Nami stayed with us for about 10 days and helped out in the garden and talking care of the daily chores around the horses (cleaning the paddock and helping with the feed)
She eagerly performed the tasks she was asked for.
We wish her all the best to continue travelling this way !
She eagerly performed the tasks she was asked for.
We wish her all the best to continue travelling this way !
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jemma) for host
This was my first Workaway, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Veerle and her family are very welcoming and kind. They make their expectations for the work clear, and are also happy to provide suggestions of what to do in your free time. I had such a great time working outdoors everyday, surrounded by the horses, dogs, cats, and… read more
9 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer (Maja) for host
Dear Veerle, Henk, Louise, Marie, Simon,
Thank you for letting me stay at your home. You are a very lovely family and made me feel welcomed immediately.
The 3 weeks I spent with you were great and I'm beyond glad I could enjoy my first workaway at your farm!
Both, Veerle and Henk are very busy and hardworking, so the line between free days and… read more
Thank you for letting me stay at your home. You are a very lovely family and made me feel welcomed immediately.
The 3 weeks I spent with you were great and I'm beyond glad I could enjoy my first workaway at your farm!
Both, Veerle and Henk are very busy and hardworking, so the line between free days and… read more
27 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Anna) for host
J'ai passé une semaine dans la famille de Veerle et Hank et ils ont été chaleureux, inspirants et ouverts. Merci pour tout !
J'ai pu travailler de manière autonome et organiser mes journées comme je le souhaitais. Ils ont prit le temps de m'apprendre et puis ils m'ont fait confiance. Ca a été une expérience à la fois riche et apaisante, car j'ai… read more
J'ai pu travailler de manière autonome et organiser mes journées comme je le souhaitais. Ils ont prit le temps de m'apprendre et puis ils m'ont fait confiance. Ca a été une expérience à la fois riche et apaisante, car j'ai… read more
11 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Anna est venu nous rejoindre pour une bonne semaine,
tous les jours elle était au taquet
nous avons passé de bons moments ensemble aussi bien à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur
consciencieuse dans son travail
de bons talents en cuisine :)
tous les jours elle était au taquet
nous avons passé de bons moments ensemble aussi bien à l'extérieur et à l'intérieur
consciencieuse dans son travail
de bons talents en cuisine :)
(Excellent)
11 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Carolina) for host
Dear Veerle, Hank, Louise, Marie, Simon and Thomas,
my two weeks with you were beyond amazing. The work was always fair and do-able. You were always very generous and nice to me. Thank you for taking me bowling, and including me when you went out to restaurants.
When I was sick for a few days, the family took care of me. Louise let me work with… read more
my two weeks with you were beyond amazing. The work was always fair and do-able. You were always very generous and nice to me. Thank you for taking me bowling, and including me when you went out to restaurants.
When I was sick for a few days, the family took care of me. Louise let me work with… read more
11 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolina)
Carolina is a very nice girl, a little timid at first, we understood as she was having her very first workaway experience
Very punctual and accurate in her work we enjoyed having her at the farm.
Very punctual and accurate in her work we enjoyed having her at the farm.
(Excellent)
11 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Sarah,
not afraid to get her hands out of her sleeves, wanted to be busy and at work !
good horse person, she knows how to handle them !
we had a nice, short experience with Sarah in the house !
not afraid to get her hands out of her sleeves, wanted to be busy and at work !
good horse person, she knows how to handle them !
we had a nice, short experience with Sarah in the house !
(Excellent)
11 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ines)
Ines,
une fille super agréable, les premiers jours nous avons rechercher nos repères ensemble, mais une fois qu'elle étais bien installé tout roulait
Pour quelqu'un ne connaissant pas les chevaux elle se débrouillait super bien !
Nous avons vécu de chouette moments ensemble !
une fille super agréable, les premiers jours nous avons rechercher nos repères ensemble, mais une fois qu'elle étais bien installé tout roulait
Pour quelqu'un ne connaissant pas les chevaux elle se débrouillait super bien !
Nous avons vécu de chouette moments ensemble !
(Excellent)
11 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Elena & Clara)
While the girls did not stay long, they completely adapted quickly whilst me and my daughter being absent most of the time
They made sure our horses and dogs had a very good time !
We wish them all the best on their travels with the wave-van !
They made sure our horses and dogs had a very good time !
We wish them all the best on their travels with the wave-van !
(Excellent)
24 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ruth) for host
For 1 week I was a guest in a beautiful big house, that used to be a stable for cows :-). The area is very beautiful, and because I only had work (mucking out the paddock and filling hay nets) in the morning there was time to go for a walk with the dog Billy in the afternoon. The family itself was very busy, but for company I had a nice… read more
15 Jul 2021
Left by Workawayer (Felix) for host
Again an amazing adventure on Workaway. I learned a lot here about so many things.
I love the fact that the place is full with animals. It makes everything alive and joyfull. I help meanly taking care of the animals and in the garden.
I loved the view, the garden, being around the horses, playing with the dogs and cats, having interesting… read more
I love the fact that the place is full with animals. It makes everything alive and joyfull. I help meanly taking care of the animals and in the garden.
I loved the view, the garden, being around the horses, playing with the dogs and cats, having interesting… read more
3 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Maddy) for host
I had really lovely time staying with Veerle and her family. The work mainly involved looking after the horses, feeding and mucking out fields etc. Working with the horses everyday was great and I even learnt to drive the mini tractor which was fun! Veerle and her family are very knowledgeable about animals and I definitely learnt a lot during my… read more
21 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Nadejda) for host
This was my first workaway, and the thing which is funny is that I came in there few times and every time was a new life experience.
I feelt so much life in this farm, all the family, the horses, the chicken, the fields and all the nature.
I stayed a lot with the little Louise, maybe she is little outside but inside she's a brave women I… read more
I feelt so much life in this farm, all the family, the horses, the chicken, the fields and all the nature.
I stayed a lot with the little Louise, maybe she is little outside but inside she's a brave women I… read more
18 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Paulo Guilherme)
We had a beautiful experience with Paulo. It took us a day to get acquainted and after some days he really felt part of the family.
All different chores were good for him, cleaning the horse paddocks, removing some trees, work in the veggie garden. Helping the kids on the guitar, singing together
Paulo is a warm hearted young man looking for… read more
All different chores were good for him, cleaning the horse paddocks, removing some trees, work in the veggie garden. Helping the kids on the guitar, singing together
Paulo is a warm hearted young man looking for… read more
(Excellent)
1 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Paulo Guilherme) for host
I stayed with Veerle and her family for 3 weeks. It supposed to be 2, but fortunately they needed my help for longer and I was also extremely happy there, so I immedietely accepted. To me, it was a gift!
Veerle, Hank, Thomas, Simon and Luisa are an amazing family that welcomed me as a really part of their family. As a traveller who's far from… read more
Veerle, Hank, Thomas, Simon and Luisa are an amazing family that welcomed me as a really part of their family. As a traveller who's far from… read more
30 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Katy) for host
Despite many international volunteering experiences, Veerle and her family were my first real workaway. To be honest, I struggled a bit and that’s why I waited a while to let the experience sink before writing my review. Three weeks later I really miss them and this experience. Thank you again and I hope you appreciate my review.
The normal… read more
The normal… read more
25 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lilla)
Lila & Zoe,
arrived for their first workaway experience at our place and were a little shy at first, than we and them opened up and we had a good time together.
They did all their work with dedication, took initiative, learned quickly.
We had long conversations about the differences between Belgium and Hungary and they participated actively in… read more
arrived for their first workaway experience at our place and were a little shy at first, than we and them opened up and we had a good time together.
They did all their work with dedication, took initiative, learned quickly.
We had long conversations about the differences between Belgium and Hungary and they participated actively in… read more
(Excellent)
26 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Lilla) for host
It was our first workaway experience and this family made it truly memorable. They welcomed us with a big smile and made us feel at home. The work was easy and enjoyable. Luna and Billy are going to be your best friends.
Thank you for everything and we wish you all the best with your future projects!
Lilla& Zoé
Thank you for everything and we wish you all the best with your future projects!
Lilla& Zoé
21 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Andree)
Andree is a beautiful young man
very keen on learning, an intelligent young man with a very open mind
a great sensibility to learn from the horses, no task was too hard, too dirty
eager to learn about our profession and how we "use" horses in horse assisted therapy & coaching
open to meet other cultures, discuss the difference in humor :), joke… read more
very keen on learning, an intelligent young man with a very open mind
a great sensibility to learn from the horses, no task was too hard, too dirty
eager to learn about our profession and how we "use" horses in horse assisted therapy & coaching
open to meet other cultures, discuss the difference in humor :), joke… read more
(Excellent)
3 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Andree) for host
I had a great time doing this Workaway with Veerle and her family. Since I have never worked on a farm before, this Workaway was novel to me and I enjoyed learning about what it’s like. Veerle and her family are very nice people, helping you along the way if you don’t understand.
I really enjoyed getting to know them, their culture, the food, and… read more
I really enjoyed getting to know them, their culture, the food, and… read more
21 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Heleen)
What a great woman to work with !
Heleen arrived at a disaster day at the farm, luckily our eldest son could help her out the first hours and than as from day 2 we had a good start together.
Sorry for her it was soo chaotic that first day.
Heleen stayed with us during a very bumpy period, new processes for our classes and my husbands father died… read more
Heleen arrived at a disaster day at the farm, luckily our eldest son could help her out the first hours and than as from day 2 we had a good start together.
Sorry for her it was soo chaotic that first day.
Heleen stayed with us during a very bumpy period, new processes for our classes and my husbands father died… read more
(Excellent)
21 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna & Jacqueline)
Anna & Jacky,
Two wonderful German girls. No work was to hard for them, they were really keen on doing any job at the farm and do it consciously and thoroughly.
Our family was very pleased to host them, I was not always present and as they said "that's part of life", they coped with my husband, sons and daughter :). Our little dog is still… read more
Two wonderful German girls. No work was to hard for them, they were really keen on doing any job at the farm and do it consciously and thoroughly.
Our family was very pleased to host them, I was not always present and as they said "that's part of life", they coped with my husband, sons and daughter :). Our little dog is still… read more
(Excellent)
15 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Anna & Jacqueline) for host
Our stay with Veerle and her family gave us a lot of new experience and we really enjoyed it! Beneath the fair work (gardening, care for the horses) they thaught us what they are doing (coaching, yoga) and few things about the Belgium culture. We joined a yoga class and went on a "bath in the forest". Definetly recommended! We had some "lessons"… read more
30 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jonny) for host
This is a beautiful place with a very nice family. The work was not very tiring and actually kind of relaxing. But be prepared to work by yourself most days. Most conversations at the dinner table were spoken in Dutch which seemed exclusive and was kind of sad for me. Also if you don’t have much experience feeding horses be on guard, I almost… read more
30 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Merryn) for host
Dear Veerle, Henk and kids,
I have been raving to everybody about the wonderful time I had with you but forgot to leave my feedback here.
It was lovely to spend a week (actually a month ;P) with you for several reasons. I really had fun getting to know your family, your kids who are independent and confident individuals. I also really enjoyed… read more
I have been raving to everybody about the wonderful time I had with you but forgot to leave my feedback here.
It was lovely to spend a week (actually a month ;P) with you for several reasons. I really had fun getting to know your family, your kids who are independent and confident individuals. I also really enjoyed… read more
27 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Merryn)
Dear Merryn,
Thank you for your help at our farm
You arrived for a week and stayed for a month ;)
you helped to keep our house & family steady & strong during turbulent times with my mother
you helped well outside with the horses and in & around the house, we spent hours talking about different kinds of foods, our ecological footprint, how we… read more
Thank you for your help at our farm
You arrived for a week and stayed for a month ;)
you helped to keep our house & family steady & strong during turbulent times with my mother
you helped well outside with the horses and in & around the house, we spent hours talking about different kinds of foods, our ecological footprint, how we… read more
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Selha )
Selha,
dynamic young lady, never tired to start a new adventure
horse lover, hard worker, great social skills with us, kids on camp,
loves to laugh
makes beautiful selfies ;)
wakes people in the middle of the night or was that your co-worker ???
we did have good talks and your stay was much to short, we would have loved to have you around a… read more
dynamic young lady, never tired to start a new adventure
horse lover, hard worker, great social skills with us, kids on camp,
loves to laugh
makes beautiful selfies ;)
wakes people in the middle of the night or was that your co-worker ???
we did have good talks and your stay was much to short, we would have loved to have you around a… read more
(Excellent)
27 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (DIZIER)
Françoise,
you are a very gentle and kind person.
I'm sorry it took us soo long to leave your feedback, live has been very busy, we're catching up with the administrative stuff now
Françoise helped us in and around the house, is a painting talent ;)
got amazed by our daughter every day
connected to the horses after a couple of days and… read more
you are a very gentle and kind person.
I'm sorry it took us soo long to leave your feedback, live has been very busy, we're catching up with the administrative stuff now
Françoise helped us in and around the house, is a painting talent ;)
got amazed by our daughter every day
connected to the horses after a couple of days and… read more
(Excellent)
22 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (DIZIER) for host
stayed nearly two weeks in this beautiful place and even if I could live many magical moments in this family, it was too short.
Thanks to Veerle for her dynamism, her positive mind, her good ears in the interesting conversations we had.
Thanks to Henk for his quiet happiness, his goodwill attitude and respect for each .
Thanks to them for… read more
Thanks to Veerle for her dynamism, her positive mind, her good ears in the interesting conversations we had.
Thanks to Henk for his quiet happiness, his goodwill attitude and respect for each .
Thanks to them for… read more
27 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam & David)
Miriam stayed with her friend Nazareth, 2 Spanish girls, during two weeks at our farm.
It was a beautiful, learning experience for both parties.
At first we had some cultural differences (times of starting in the morning, dinner time :) ) it all vanished after a couple of days. Their laughs and positive attitude helped them and us to get used to… read more
It was a beautiful, learning experience for both parties.
At first we had some cultural differences (times of starting in the morning, dinner time :) ) it all vanished after a couple of days. Their laughs and positive attitude helped them and us to get used to… read more
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Daphne)
Hello Daphne,
We will miss you the next weeks, you were present all the time, helping out, listening, learning, participating, seeing work, taking initiative, taking part in our life as an extra member of the family.
Daphne is a very hard working young woman, eager to learn new things and not afraid to try ;)
We had a very good experience with… read more
We will miss you the next weeks, you were present all the time, helping out, listening, learning, participating, seeing work, taking initiative, taking part in our life as an extra member of the family.
Daphne is a very hard working young woman, eager to learn new things and not afraid to try ;)
We had a very good experience with… read more
(Excellent)
3 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeanine)
Jeanine,
Thank you for your presence, your smile, your courage and positivity.
We hope to see you and your husband one day again ;)
Jeanine is a very pleasant young woman to have around in the family, on the farm, around the animals.
She sees work, takes a lot of initiative in and around the house, participates in our family life and activities… read more
Thank you for your presence, your smile, your courage and positivity.
We hope to see you and your husband one day again ;)
Jeanine is a very pleasant young woman to have around in the family, on the farm, around the animals.
She sees work, takes a lot of initiative in and around the house, participates in our family life and activities… read more
(Excellent)
9 Jan 2017
Left by Workawayer (Simon) for host
I stayed here for 4 weeks this winter and I had a really great time.
The work was fun despite the cold, especially because I could help Henk in a little construction project. Apart from that it was mainly feeding the horses, sheep, pigs and chicken and cleaning the horses' paddock, which isn't hard work, especially if there is another helper… read more
The work was fun despite the cold, especially because I could help Henk in a little construction project. Apart from that it was mainly feeding the horses, sheep, pigs and chicken and cleaning the horses' paddock, which isn't hard work, especially if there is another helper… read more
23 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ryno) for host
This is way overdue, but I absolutely must leave a review.
Veerle, Henk, and the children were an absolute pleasure to stay with. I really enjoyed working with and getting to know the family during my stay! Working with the animals was also quite fun and rewarding. The weather got a bit cold, but that's to be expected in the middle of winter… read more
Veerle, Henk, and the children were an absolute pleasure to stay with. I really enjoyed working with and getting to know the family during my stay! Working with the animals was also quite fun and rewarding. The weather got a bit cold, but that's to be expected in the middle of winter… read more
17 Nov 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Ivana)
Ivana,
A long time since you were here ! A little (big) sunshine once she settled, which she did very quickly :)
Ivana is a person which ones she knows what to do does her tasks with a lot of motivation, sees work, takes initiative, we're lucky she does not live to far away so we can keep in touch.
A great person with people, kids &… read more
A long time since you were here ! A little (big) sunshine once she settled, which she did very quickly :)
Ivana is a person which ones she knows what to do does her tasks with a lot of motivation, sees work, takes initiative, we're lucky she does not live to far away so we can keep in touch.
A great person with people, kids &… read more
(Excellent)
17 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Ivana) for host
Everytime I think about them I have a smile in my face and a warm feeling of love! They are amazingly nice, the animals cute and strong and the place beautiful. We played with the kids and the horses; also oined yoga class, Veerle has this calm and stillness power that will make you feel always good. And... super lekker vegie food!
Plus all the… read more
Plus all the… read more
6 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Anke) for host
Since it was my first workawayexperience ever, I was incredibly curious (and maybe a little nervous) when I arrived at their beautiful farm.
Little did I know that I'd be greeted by Veerle with a big smile and two wonderful wagging-tail-doggies. And it just felt right :) It was an amazing experience to be 'a part of the family' so soon and I just… read more
Little did I know that I'd be greeted by Veerle with a big smile and two wonderful wagging-tail-doggies. And it just felt right :) It was an amazing experience to be 'a part of the family' so soon and I just… read more
1 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Michael) for host
I stayed 2 wonderful weeks here and I was wonderful. The horses were amazing and would love to be pet and the food was excellent. The family really made me feel like one of their own as well and welcomed into heir home and lives. I highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves animals and wants a great experience in belgium!
18 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Kate) for host
My 3 week stay here was absolutely fantastic. Veerle and Henk were brilliant hosts who made me feel at home from day 1. The work was light and always enjoyable. I loved working with their wonderful horses, dogs and all their other Animals. I also got the opportunity to get to try yoga and shiatsu which were completely new experiences for me.… read more
13 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Wiebke) for host
I spent three great weeks here. Veerle and her family are very welcoming and warm-hearted people. It's been very interesting and entertaining to listen to their stories and benefit from their huge knowledge about nutrition, the body and just life in general. (Veerle is a really great cook as well. I can recommend you to try out her fruit… read more
29 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (dalifan1)
It was a delight to have a fellow/mate at the house during a good filled childs-camp. With her 2 other colleagues she formed a golden crew. Tasks were divided, everyone knew exactly what to do even sometimes without words. Amy does not like to sit still :)
We can recommend Amy to everyone who's willing to invite a life experienced woman with a… read more
We can recommend Amy to everyone who's willing to invite a life experienced woman with a… read more
(Excellent)
4 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (dalifan1) for host
Veerle and Henk are a dynamic team that head up a very strong and tight knit family. They welcomed me and the other two workawayers into their home as part of their family. They are very giving and accommodating, not to mention Veerle is an outstanding cook! I was fortunate enough to arrive just in time for a children's camp and had a blast… read more
21 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mailin) for host
i stood at veerles place for 5 weeks and it was a really nice time :) i enjoyed the work with the animals and veerle told me a lot of interesting things about food, animals, humans...
i enjoyed the yoga classes and i was a bit sad that i had to leave right when the easter-camp started!
thanks a lot for having me and for all the really good… read more
i enjoyed the yoga classes and i was a bit sad that i had to leave right when the easter-camp started!
thanks a lot for having me and for all the really good… read more
18 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadja)
Hi Nadja,
Time for a review from us ! Time passed so quickly.
Nadja is a wonderful horse girl, very practical and hands on around the animals . Not afraid to work hard, courageous, even when it was very cold and horribly muddy outside. A superb contact with the horses !
Thank you for the wonderful stuff you did with Hera, the lessons you… read more
Time for a review from us ! Time passed so quickly.
Nadja is a wonderful horse girl, very practical and hands on around the animals . Not afraid to work hard, courageous, even when it was very cold and horribly muddy outside. A superb contact with the horses !
Thank you for the wonderful stuff you did with Hera, the lessons you… read more
(Excellent)
21 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nadja) for host
A couple of days ago I left this family after spending about 17 days with them. I had a wonderful time over there!
Although I wasn't feeling well due personal issues, I felt really welcome in this family and they gave me the oppertunity to learn more about their culture. For example, we've been to Carnaval!
I've worked with horses for many… read more
Although I wasn't feeling well due personal issues, I felt really welcome in this family and they gave me the oppertunity to learn more about their culture. For example, we've been to Carnaval!
I've worked with horses for many… read more
28 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Eva-Maria)
Eva-Maria,
we thank you for all your help in and around the stables, the work with Hera our youngest horse at the farm and new to us at the moment you were here.
Eva, a very good photographer, is always eager to learn and cooperate. We wish you a great future !
we thank you for all your help in and around the stables, the work with Hera our youngest horse at the farm and new to us at the moment you were here.
Eva, a very good photographer, is always eager to learn and cooperate. We wish you a great future !
(Excellent)
26 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Eva-Maria) for host
This family is amazing! They are so welcoming and friendly. It will take you probably about an hour until you feel like your home. You can ask them for pretty much everything and they will be glad to teach and explain so many things.
The work is great. You will be able to be quite independent and if you get lucky (as I did) there might even be… read more
The work is great. You will be able to be quite independent and if you get lucky (as I did) there might even be… read more
26 Jan 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Theresa & Charlotte)
Theresa & Charlotte were really lovely girls to have around in the house. They participated in our daily life as well as the tasks in and around the farm.
On the search for the direction in their life they even participated during a horse coaching class and were "used" as testpersons :)
We wish you all the luck in to your studies, whatever… read more
On the search for the direction in their life they even participated during a horse coaching class and were "used" as testpersons :)
We wish you all the luck in to your studies, whatever… read more
(Excellent)
9 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Theresa & Charlotte) for host
It's been a while that we stayed with Veerle, Henk, Thomas, Louise and Simon but we don't want to leave them without a review.
In October 2014 on the beginning of our trip we arrived at their beautiful farm. We had the chance to meet another workawayer as well, Jessica from Australia! We had a lovely time with all of them.
Another great part of… read more
In October 2014 on the beginning of our trip we arrived at their beautiful farm. We had the chance to meet another workawayer as well, Jessica from Australia! We had a lovely time with all of them.
Another great part of… read more
12 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Áine) for host
I had the most amazing 3 weeks in Belgium thanks to this very kind, welcoming host family and all of their animals. This was my first workaway experience and it was way beyond my expectations.
I really enjoyed helping this family and the fact that I got to spend a lot of time with the animals was a bonus.
The food was always delicious and I… read more
I really enjoyed helping this family and the fact that I got to spend a lot of time with the animals was a bonus.
The food was always delicious and I… read more
30 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Áine)
Aine, we could not thank you enough for your help the 3 weeks you stayed with us.
Your kind smile, persistence in everything you take on, your love for the animals, we are happy thankful hosts to have met you.
We wish you a lot of new experiences during your "year off - in search of you " ! Let us know where and what you'll start in… read more
Your kind smile, persistence in everything you take on, your love for the animals, we are happy thankful hosts to have met you.
We wish you a lot of new experiences during your "year off - in search of you " ! Let us know where and what you'll start in… read more
(Excellent)
28 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Marine & Max) for host
I spent one week here and it was far from being enough. Veerle and Henk's family make you feel welcome from the moment you get there. I also got to meet another workawayer which made the stay even better! The work was very light, as Kate commented right under, it consisted in feeding the animals, mucking the paddocks, walking the dogs, and… read more
16 Nov 2015
Left by Workawayer (Katharine) for host
I spent almost two weeks in the Belgian Ardennes with Henk and Veerle and their family and I can honestly say it was far too short of a stay. Henk, Veerle, Thomas, Simon, and Louise immediately made me feel welcome and right at home. They are such a kind and open family living in a beautiful region of Belgium, and I consider myself very lucky to… read more
9 Jul 2015
Left by Workawayer (Anna-Lena) for host
I stayed 9 weeks at the farm in order to improve my French.
The first week was a bit difficult. As the family speaks lots of Dutch among themselves, it was hard to get into speaking French. There was no other workawayer when I arrived so Veerle and Henk explained everything to me. But there wasn't much time to show and explain all the routines… read more
The first week was a bit difficult. As the family speaks lots of Dutch among themselves, it was hard to get into speaking French. There was no other workawayer when I arrived so Veerle and Henk explained everything to me. But there wasn't much time to show and explain all the routines… read more
3 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna-Lena)
We want to thank Anna-Lena for all the help she provided, all the tasks she accomplished.
Once she was settled, it took her a while, she became part of the family rhythm & she new the routines in & around the house.
A little shy and introvert with us at start, more open with the other volunteers, she opened up and became a cheerful person,… read more
Once she was settled, it took her a while, she became part of the family rhythm & she new the routines in & around the house.
A little shy and introvert with us at start, more open with the other volunteers, she opened up and became a cheerful person,… read more
(Very good)
7 Jul 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Tatiana)
TJ, Tatjana was a great girl to have at our farm, in our family. It was like having an extra big daughter in the house. Not afraid to try anything new, very active & productive, took initiative whenever she could. She's very communicative with people of her own age, with us being adults as well as with our smallest kids.
She's a very wise girl… read more
She's a very wise girl… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Tatiana) for host
Honestly one of the most generous and kind families I have ever met. They were so welcoming and treat every animal and person with respect. I unfortunately only could stay a short while, but if I ever have the chance to return I will definitely take it! Delicious food, so much to learn, and the work is diverse. Overall just wonderful and I highly… read more
19 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabio)
Fabio, you were a gift to our family. A wise man with a great big heart for people and animals. Not one task was too heavy for him. Always a big smile ! If you need anyone to work outside in the garden, on your yard, in the house I'd say contact Fabio !
(Excellent)
10 Dec 2014
Left by Workawayer (Fabio) for host
I spent one week with this lovely family. They are wonderful hosts, I felt part of the family after a couple of days. There is a serene and harmonious atmosphere within the family. They have two lovely dogs that I loved to walk with in the surroundings. I enjoyed helping with the horses. Moreover, the kids are lovely and funny - once we went ice… read more
12 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer (Camille) for host
This is a little heaven on earth.
It was my first experience with workaway and I couldn’t have asked for anything better. Veerle’s description of her farm and accommodation couldn’t have been more accurate so there were no surprises it was lovely and peaceful. When I came I immediately felt like home. I got to know all the horses and dogs very… read more
It was my first experience with workaway and I couldn’t have asked for anything better. Veerle’s description of her farm and accommodation couldn’t have been more accurate so there were no surprises it was lovely and peaceful. When I came I immediately felt like home. I got to know all the horses and dogs very… read more
8 Mar 2015
Left by Workawayer (Aleksi) for host
It was very sad to say goodbye after a two week stay last summer. The family is welcoming and friendly with many dynamic characters and the farm itself offers a highly enjoyable atmosphere. I would recommend this place to anyone in search of a fulfilling work-away experience.
17 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Aleksi)
At the start of summer Aleksi joined our farm during two weeks, at first he helped us out with different jobs on the farm, the second week he was our "assistant" during camp with the kids. His French knowledge was far better than he wanted to admit, the kids all had a wonderful time with him.
He started out a little bit introvert and opened up… read more
He started out a little bit introvert and opened up… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Marissa & Jeremy) for host
Just left from our three week stay with Veerle, Henk, Thomas, Simon, Louise, and their animals (dogs Billy and Luna - horses Ulysses, summer, Vipe, Romie, and Dadesh - goats Ding Dang and Dong - new piggy Cutlette - chickens and ducks who make the best eggs ever - and cats croquette and kibo) and yes our spellings are not accurate :)
We… read more
We… read more
1 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (Tia) for host
I had a wonderful time here! Veerle and Henk were so accommodating. I didn't feel like a worker, I felt like part of the family! Because of that, I really WANTED to help each day no matter what the task, instead of feeling like I had to.
They have a beautiful ranch with tons of other animals as well as the horses. My bed was warm and… read more
They have a beautiful ranch with tons of other animals as well as the horses. My bed was warm and… read more
9 Nov 2014
Left by Workawayer (Julia) for host
I spent 4 weeks in september with this funny, creative und nice family and all their cute animals. I have nothing negative to say, with their help I experienced a lot of positive new things, like caring for the animals, wallpapering (what's apperently not my strength) and a nice La Chouffe . :D and cute new socks, of course.
I participated in… read more
I participated in… read more
9 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Joke) for host
I spent 2 great weeks in Hotton. This family is so warm and generous that I found myself wanting to help out any way I could. And with 3 children, 5 horses and plenty of other animals, restoration work going on, workshops etc , there was always something to do. Nice also to have my own room to reatreat to from time to time, or to look for some… read more
3 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Julia & Regina) for host
We spent two really great weeks at this place. They family is very nice and warmhearted. We really felt as a part of them.
The house is big and beautiful and our room was very comfortable.
In the first week we had to take care of the animals and muck out the fields. The horses are lovely and we could work with them when we had free time, which… read more
The house is big and beautiful and our room was very comfortable.
In the first week we had to take care of the animals and muck out the fields. The horses are lovely and we could work with them when we had free time, which… read more
17 Aug 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna)
Ten days with Anna, means a lot of fun and laughter, she's a hard working girl with courage to learn new things. She didn't got time to adapt, coming straight from Italy into our summer camp. She was a great help with the kids, the horses, in the kitchen, in flemish we would say "een manusje van ales" :) , not scared to get her hands dirty
Being… read more
Being… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2014
Left by Workawayer (Emilee) for host
What a great family this is! They're so welcoming and accommodating! Veerle, Henk, and the kids are always ready to help you feel comfortable and learn more about Belgian culture. We worked a bit around the house, with the animals, and in the garden. During off time, they would attempt to show me around the country and I was able to spend a day… read more
19 Jun 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilee)
Again, our last night with a wonderful workawayer ! Emilee took care of the painting inside, chalked the walls of the kitchen, helped out weeding, and weeding the front yard. Scooped horse sh*t with a smile ! Thanks Emilee and have a safe trip further on ! Enjoy life !
(Excellent)
10 May 2014
Left by Workawayer (Madeleine) for host
This family is fantastic! I had such a nice time staying here. I felt welcome from the very beginning! They gave me the opportunity to learn a lot about Belgian culture, which is very pleasant! We had a lot of excursions, and I took part in their everyday life. If I had any problems, they were happy to help, and give me advise. I was allowed to… read more
25 Apr 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Madeleine)
What a wonderful girl, warm, sweet, a great help for us and the kids at the farm. Always eager to learn, no job was too big for her. Even when it was a bit difficult at first Madeleine would stick to it !
Thank you very much and you're very welcome to comeback !
Thank you very much and you're very welcome to comeback !
(Excellent)
