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Welcome to the Sonian Forest and this house with a beautiful garden and relaxed atmosphere.
My name is Jan and together with my irish setter Castard I work as a forest ranger in the Sonian Forest and have a house and garden which are too big and are keen to welcome positive travel vibes and some help in and around the house. Mostly gardening and pimping the workaway annex glamping zone to get that 5th star rating for uber comfy zone :) You are also welcome to help in forest activities. Always interested in meeting new people and learn new perspectives on life. Some good energy topped with some belgian beers and chocolate are a free bonus here ^^
Let’s share some nice moments. I appreciate open communication, mutual respect and transparency - if u have any question or doubts please ask me.
I’ll will be happy to give u some bearings in and around the house. U are welcome to a very comfy camping experience which we can pimp a bit further during your stay. With all the covid measures the communal areas are the ground floor bathroom and kitchen. U will be having a nice space in the annex with hammock, bed, couch, egg chair,.. ( if you want to camp in the garden it’s possible as well , I have some tents ) No drugs or smoking in and around the house please.
There is wifi around the house and some garden areas.
Every single help u can give during your stay is very welcome and appreciated. I’ll facilitate and explain as much as I can. With a fresh smile each morning the practicalities will sort itself out.
As you’ll experience I believe in freedom and responsibility . Setting goals and letting u be a co-architect of your day and the work to be done. If you see another way or think of something don’t hesitate to bring it up.
Projects that could need your help:
Garden
Mowing
Hedge
Collecting fruit and making jam
seeding islands of wildflowers
Fire wood storage construction
fire wood
- making kindling
- splitting logs
- repairing jacuzzi
- Making a small pond
Annex
Improving workaway glamping location
Let’s talk about options
- getting workaway bikes in 5**** condition
House
Communal bathroom - daily clean
Communal kitchen - daily clean
Reorganizing for workaway ease of use
Windows cleaning
Re-organizing house for winter workaway?
Car cleaning
Forest
Getting firewood
Marking and selecting where to plant trees coming season
GPS marking forest machine tracks
Wild camera maintenance and scoring pictures on cloud platform
Any project u wanna add? Let’s talk
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Meeting likeminded travellers mixed with locals
Help
marking forest tracks, projects in the garden, cleaning and cooking in the house, exploring Belgian beers together with friends
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Accommodation
Glamping in annex or in garden tent with bed, two person hammock, wifi and beamer, couch
What else ...
Located in the Sonian forest but still an easy bus stop 140 metres ride to Brussels
centre. U are welcome to join me on evenings to a bar to meet up some locals.
Bus stop at 100 metres, easy acces to Brussels museums, vibrant centre,..
The Lion's Mound (French: Butte du Lion, lit. "Lion's Hillock/Knoll"; Dutch: Leeuw van Waterloo, lit. "Lion of Waterloo") is a short bike ride away , immerse yourself with Napoleon and European history
How to reach Jan's house from Bruxelles-Midi :
In the train station, follow the "De Lijn" signs until you get out of the station next to Hotel Pullman.
The "De Lijn" bus company platforms are in front of you (in the middle of Avenue Paul-Henri Spaak). Buses 136 and 137 depart usually from platform 1. Both take you to Jan's house (direction Alsemberg).
The bus trip is about 30 minutes. Get of at Uccle Petite Epinette / Kleine Hut.
Tickets can be purchased by uploading the "De Lijn" app. Choose the m-ticket for 1.80 euros. It's valid for 1 hour. Once bought, when the bus departs, you need to activate the ticket in the app.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 447196412348
Feedback (37)
27 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jelena)
Jelena has a special connection with the forest since she grew up around nature she has an amazing ability to read the forest and did forestry work with great independence and pride to do a good job. She has a great lust for life, people, dogs and places - always keen to discover the world around her. It was a true pleasure hosting Jelena - good… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jelena) for host
Jan, thank you so much for this great experience! My original plan was to stay only 3 nights, but in the end, it was more than a week. Jan is very easy-going, super friendly, hilarious, and interesting to talk to. He showed me his big, wonderful forest, explained his work, and had some nice tasks for me like searching for light holes, marking… read more
8 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maarten) for host
I've had a great time with Jan! It was super fun to be a near-ranger for the week I was there. Jan was super friendly and great at telling stories about his own adventures. Although he won't admit it, he's also a great cook. On the last days I manged to get one of the mountainbikes in ridable condition and the forest is amazing for cycling… read more
7 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Véronique) for host
I stayed 4 days with Jan and his dog in the Sonian forest. Jan was very welcoming and laidback, forest energy vibes! I enjoyed exchanging with him.
The annex is very cozy with a fire place and comfortable bed. Lots of privacy.
I did some walks in the forest, mowed the lawn, chopped some wood and did a bit of cleaning in and outside the house.… read more
The annex is very cozy with a fire place and comfortable bed. Lots of privacy.
I did some walks in the forest, mowed the lawn, chopped some wood and did a bit of cleaning in and outside the house.… read more
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27 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Jelena)
Jelena has a special connection with the forest since she grew up around nature she has an amazing ability to read the forest and did forestry work with great independence and pride to do a good job. She has a great lust for life, people, dogs and places - always keen to discover the world around her. It was a true pleasure hosting Jelena - good… read more
(Excellent)
11 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Jelena) for host
Jan, thank you so much for this great experience! My original plan was to stay only 3 nights, but in the end, it was more than a week. Jan is very easy-going, super friendly, hilarious, and interesting to talk to. He showed me his big, wonderful forest, explained his work, and had some nice tasks for me like searching for light holes, marking… read more
8 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maarten) for host
I've had a great time with Jan! It was super fun to be a near-ranger for the week I was there. Jan was super friendly and great at telling stories about his own adventures. Although he won't admit it, he's also a great cook. On the last days I manged to get one of the mountainbikes in ridable condition and the forest is amazing for cycling… read more
7 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Véronique) for host
I stayed 4 days with Jan and his dog in the Sonian forest. Jan was very welcoming and laidback, forest energy vibes! I enjoyed exchanging with him.
The annex is very cozy with a fire place and comfortable bed. Lots of privacy.
I did some walks in the forest, mowed the lawn, chopped some wood and did a bit of cleaning in and outside the house.… read more
The annex is very cozy with a fire place and comfortable bed. Lots of privacy.
I did some walks in the forest, mowed the lawn, chopped some wood and did a bit of cleaning in and outside the house.… read more
2 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Camille)
Camille brings a great flow of energy to her surroundings. She is very enthusiast and open to do many different tasks. It was a pleasure sharing some good times and conversations with her. Always welcome back in the forest.
(Excellent)
24 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Camille) for host
I stayed a few days at the Sonian Forest with Jan and the loyal Castard the dog 🐕. It was comfortable from the begining to the end of the stay, as Jan is someone open, positive and easy to communicate with. I learnt a lot going in the forest with him and I had a good time doing tasks around the house. He has a nice way of explaining things about… read more
20 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (GabrielRouleau) for host
i was at Yans house for a week and did ground tasks on his verry nice proprety, and also some tasks in the beautiful forest wich he is the ranger gardien angel of. this place place was so soothing my mind. enjoying the nice bed and fire place in the evening was so welcome . thank you so so much for help and knowledge about the forest :)
8 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Cecily) for host
I stayed with Jan for 5 days, he was a very kind, relaxed and considerate host. The work was varied, there was gardening to do, chopping fire wood and helping him in the forest. I learnt a lot about different gardening machines and tools here. I also found it really inspiring to see his work in the forest. He provided us with food and kindly made… read more
28 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Tifenn)
Tifenn and her twin sister Marie share a great energy. Nice to see twin sister magic up close. They both helped me a lot in rebooting the house after the winter time with a real hands-on approach. They were keen to discover the forest on long walks and in the evening we shared some nice meals with as extra bonus great stories about the many… read more
(Excellent)
25 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Tifenn) for host
Thank you Jan for the warm welcome! We spent 5 great days with my twin sister between help and discovering the wood. Jan is a very kind host, I recommend you to go! 😊
28 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Marta)
It was a true pleasure hosting Marta. She is a very peacefull and rich soul who brings a nice energy in your house. Keen to help with any project that needs doing and a good lust for discovering the surrounding area. You are always welcome back to share some more interesting conversations and very yummie food creations :) highly recommended - a… read more
(Excellent)
4 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Marta) for host
Staying with Jan was my first workaway experience. Many thanks to Jan for that.
Jan is a very kind, calm person who likes friendly people around him and a pleasant and nice environment.
That was my help as well. Keeping everything nice and clean and cooking delicious food.
I am sorry that my stay in Calpe lasted only 5 days because Jan was going… read more
Jan is a very kind, calm person who likes friendly people around him and a pleasant and nice environment.
That was my help as well. Keeping everything nice and clean and cooking delicious food.
I am sorry that my stay in Calpe lasted only 5 days because Jan was going… read more
17 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Mariia & Angelina) for host
We spent about 4 months with Jan and It was a good experience for Workaway.
Some important details about staying with Jan :)
You will have your separate room and Jan always respects it, he never interrupts or disturbs you.
Jan always can give you a lift to the city when he drives here (but you should adapt your schedule to his schedule).
Jan… read more
Some important details about staying with Jan :)
You will have your separate room and Jan always respects it, he never interrupts or disturbs you.
Jan always can give you a lift to the city when he drives here (but you should adapt your schedule to his schedule).
Jan… read more
30 Mar 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mattia) for host
Jan is a very nice and generous guy.
I stayed at his place in Calp between December 2021 and January 2022, and I had a great time there (including a really enjoyable New Year's Eve and birthday :D).
Together with other volunteers and part of his family, we had plenty of interesting conversations and genuine laughs, and for sure I can say that I… read more
I stayed at his place in Calp between December 2021 and January 2022, and I had a great time there (including a really enjoyable New Year's Eve and birthday :D).
Together with other volunteers and part of his family, we had plenty of interesting conversations and genuine laughs, and for sure I can say that I… read more
25 Feb 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Erika & Kamil)
Erika and Kamil bring some great energy, humor and work ethics to your project. It was the first time they used workaway to help people but u could see they had experience with other platforms where they do petsitting and housesitting. They blended in straight away in the workaway rhytm and executed the tasks both alone and in team. They were a… read more
(Excellent)
19 Feb 2023
Left by Workawayer (Erika & Kamil) for host
We have come to stay with Jan as our first workaway experience - and we could not ask for a better one.
Jan was quick and clear to communicate online, happy to answer all of our questions and he invited us to join him within a day.
Upon arrival, we were surprised by how easy-going, thoughtful, and positive Jan is - we arrived late at night, and he… read more
Jan was quick and clear to communicate online, happy to answer all of our questions and he invited us to join him within a day.
Upon arrival, we were surprised by how easy-going, thoughtful, and positive Jan is - we arrived late at night, and he… read more
19 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Maja & Hanna)
Maja & Hanne are best friends travelling around europe for one year. They have a great energy to be around and are very focused to get the workaway jobs done. Both solo and working with other workawayers went very smoothly. Ooh and they can cook some very yummie food! It was pleasant hosting maja& hanne and seeing their youthfull energy focussed… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2023
Left by Workawayer (Maja & Hanna) for host
The stay was exactly like described in the profile, if not even better.
Jan is very nice and always communicates which was helping us a lot. We had a very good time with him and the other Workawayer from the Netherlands.
The tasks are very easy to do and you can also do a lot of exploring in your free time.
He was very open to help us with the… read more
Jan is very nice and always communicates which was helping us a lot. We had a very good time with him and the other Workawayer from the Netherlands.
The tasks are very easy to do and you can also do a lot of exploring in your free time.
He was very open to help us with the… read more
12 Jan 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Debby47)
It was Debby her first time as a workawyer but she quickly found a nice energy flow and rhytm. She's a good worker that wants to put quality in her day. Both working solo or with other workawayers went very smooth aided without any doubt by her great open communication. Debby is like a fairy leaving some fairy dust in the people and houses she… read more
(Excellent)
29 Dec 2022
Left by Workawayer (Debby47) for host
From the beginning everything was like on the profile.
Jan is a very kind and open man with a great sense of humour and a lot of knowledge.
Jan let me free to do the work in and around the house, make lunch and dinner.
We have a great communication.
After 2 day's when I was here2 Geman girls came and joint us and the 4 of us also having christmas… read more
Jan is a very kind and open man with a great sense of humour and a lot of knowledge.
Jan let me free to do the work in and around the house, make lunch and dinner.
We have a great communication.
After 2 day's when I was here2 Geman girls came and joint us and the 4 of us also having christmas… read more
8 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host
Jan is such a kind and understanding person. He went above and beyond and I am very grateful. 😊
There are lots of scenic hikes nearby and the beach is a 20 minute walk. I recommend this to someone who is okay with being alone, because there is lots of downtime to read by the pools, swim, and explore the area.
There are lots of scenic hikes nearby and the beach is a 20 minute walk. I recommend this to someone who is okay with being alone, because there is lots of downtime to read by the pools, swim, and explore the area.
4 Nov 2022
Left by Workawayer (Mel & Tainá) for host
Jan was a lifesaver. We were passing through Belgium and the host who was going to receive us just disappeared. So, we looked for help through Workaway and we found Jan who was ready to help us.
The idea was to stay only one night at his house and we had the great surprise to meet a wonderful person who treated us very well.
Jan, we wish you only… read more
The idea was to stay only one night at his house and we had the great surprise to meet a wonderful person who treated us very well.
Jan, we wish you only… read more
31 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lorenzo & Enrico)
Lorenzo & Enrico are on a gap year with a wild plan to discover all of Europe and give a helping hand to workaway hosts. It was their first workaway experience but they blended in very easily in the rhytm and brought good vibes & energy , transparant communication and great work ethics " we will get the job done attitude ". They truly enjoyed… read more
(Excellent)
31 Oct 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lorenzo & Enrico) for host
We spent 3 weeks at Jan's house. He has a true passion for his job but over all he like to share it with workawayers. we really enjoyed exploring the forest with him, discovering the jobs needed to keep it untouched.
There's also the work in the garden and with the woods that could be long, but seeing the work done pay back the effort!
Jan is a… read more
There's also the work in the garden and with the woods that could be long, but seeing the work done pay back the effort!
Jan is a… read more
22 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Saeed) for host
I spent roughly 3 weeks at Jan's place. His place is located right next to the peaceful Sonian Forest. On the other hand, you can easily walk to the bus station nearby to get to Brussels.
During my stay, as I was helping Jan in either the forest or at the house, I learnt several things, varying from finding a proper spot to plant trees in the… read more
During my stay, as I was helping Jan in either the forest or at the house, I learnt several things, varying from finding a proper spot to plant trees in the… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Gherman)
Lela is a free soul with a great thirst for life. An open heart with senses that capture the beauty of life and nature and is keen to discover. I hope many workawayers will have to joy to spent some weeks with you. Pura vida - enjoy today to the fullest. A great help in the house, fabulous cook and open to connect to the other workawayers. May u… read more
(Excellent)
4 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Gherman) for host
Eyeyeyey ! Mersi , gracias , danke , thank you it was like a holiday with friends Jan , Ava , Payton y yo! + Castard ❤️🐒
I stayed 3 weeks más o menos y fue una experiencia que yo necesitaba. I helped around the house keeping it in a ZEN shape (like Jan said hah) I cooked and tried to make my first focaccia (and was gooood yey ) !! Jan is an… read more
I stayed 3 weeks más o menos y fue una experiencia que yo necesitaba. I helped around the house keeping it in a ZEN shape (like Jan said hah) I cooked and tried to make my first focaccia (and was gooood yey ) !! Jan is an… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriela & Lucas)
Gabriela & Lucas are true travellers. Vagabonding around Europe whilst helping around so many people. Quite a travel plan eh! They are experienced workawayers who blend in easily in the routines, always keen to help. Great cooks and nice conversation. Open to connect with other workawayers and explore the area together. Happy travels
(Excellent)
31 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Gabriela & Lucas) for host
we stayed nearly two weeks with Jan and Castard (the smartest dog we've ever seen). the house is great, the place is stunning with lots of nature to be explored (mountains, beaches and forests). work is mainly housekeeping and cooking, pretty chilled and easygoing. we enjoyed our stay and had a very nice time! pura vida!
gracias chico, for… read more
gracias chico, for… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kim & Ron)
Kim & Ron are a beautifull couple and a blast to host. Keen to discover all the places around the house they really made the most of their stay. They were great helpers in any task and fabulous cooks. Kim & Ron really bring a good flow to the group atmosphere and it's pleasure hearing all the travel stories. Always welcome back!
(Excellent)
28 Jan 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kim & Ron) for host
This was the first Workaway experience that we had and we couldn't have thought of a better one. When we arrived, there were two other couples, so we didn't have to do much and they explained to us what needed to happen. After two nights they left and we were alone with Jan and could speak our native language for a day, which was quite nice. We… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Kateřina)
Kateřina is one hell of a lady! She is a true traveller at heart and can share some amazing stories travelling overland. Keen to help out, an amazing cook and a very nice swirhl of energy. Great funky soul for the group atmosphere. Happy travels
(Excellent)
24 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Kateřina) for host
I am so grateful I could stay with Jan for two weeks. Jan is kind, open minded person and a good communicator. I new exactly what I am supposed to do and I felt very comfortable. It was also great cultural exchange. The work is not hard at all and house is located really close to beautiful beaches. It was an amazing experience 😁👍
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Severino Miguel)
Miguel is a very kind soul, bringing with him his very own sun that will lighten your surroundings with happy rays of sunshine from the morning untill the evening. He is keen to do any task and is an amazing cook. He has some great stories to tell from all his travels! If u have the chance to host Miguel do not hesitate
(Excellent)
2 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Severino Miguel) for host
The essence of excellent workaway hospitality. Jan is kind, polite and attentive to the well being of workawayers. All activities were well defined and everything was carried out as described in the host's profile. I thank you for the opportunity and for all the attention and kindness you have given me. I definitely recommend Jan as a host. Thank… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Janosch)
Janosch is a good and kind hearted soul whom is ready to help out in many tasks. It was nice hosting Janosch because u can see he really enjoys the forest and all the moments shared with the other workawayers. Always welcome. Happy travels
(Excellent)
22 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Janosch) for host
Jan is very kind and welcoming so if this is your first workaway experience, this is a very good one. He always has time for you and takes care of you. The garden is very beautiful and in the great zonianforest with a lot of fresh air and very delicious natural water. i really enjoyed to work in the forest. He is very generously and you get at… read more
20 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Liam)
Liam has a great hands-on attitude and was a great swhirl of energy which worked like magic for the group atmosphere. U can see this dude has been travelling and volunteering a lot, he helped in many projects. The exchange felt very organic. He has a great appetite to discover all the sites around the forest. Thanks for the good energy young man,… read more
(Excellent)
20 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Liam) for host
I stayed with Jan for two weeks in August working on various jobs. These mainly included trips into the forest to assist Jan with marking sites and collecting firewood, but I also worked on fixing the workawayer bikes and some basic DIY stuff. I’d say most jobs here would be physical in nature so just keep that in mind. Cooking lunch and dinner… read more
6 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Davy) for host
1 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Elias)
Elias is a beautifull soul whom is travelling with all his senses open. The whole workaway exchange went so organic it felt Elias just sensed what could be done. A very open, intelligent, warm and hardworking person - a true privilege to host. I wish u many more travels and always welcome in the forest!
(Excellent)
4 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Elias) for host
I had a very nice couple of weeks with Jan as my host. We were mostly occupied getting his house and property ready for the winter months and his vacation. The work we did was not too excessive or too strenuous and Henri was insistent that I was able to do it on my own time. My time here was very positive and quite relaxed, whether it was mowing… read more
1 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Gianni)
Gianni, my man! A free soul and true traveller, it was a true pleasure hosting u. He's very organised, has a hands-on mentality and likes good conversation. Did I mention he's a top cook? If u have the chance hosting Gianni go for it!
(Excellent)
2 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Gianni) for host
I've had the best time with Jan and kastaar (doggo)! from the amazing hospitality to the freedom and open conversation with dinner! his place is one of the best spots I've stayed in a long time! I'm so thankful for this opportunity but also for all the new facts and wide knowledge of the nature around us and ofcourse our little Belgium you've… read more
1 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Payton)
It was a blast hosting Ava and Payton. I was their first host on the epic one year trip they are making around Europe and the Mediterranean Sea. Very enthusiastic, open and communicative in all their endeavours - big and small. They were a great help around the house and always spreading nice energy. Thanks for all the help and may u meet many… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Payton) for host
Where to begin! Jan is such an awesome host and cares so much about his workawayers having as good a time as they can. The work isn’t bad, the hours are flexible, and everything is very straightforward. I had an amazing stay with him and I can’t wait to come back!
1 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Ava)
It was a blast hosting Ava and Payton. I was their first host on the epic one year trip they are making around Europe and the Mediterranean Sea. Very enthusiastic, open and communicative in all their endeavours - big and small. They were a great help around the house and always spreading nice energy. Thanks for all the help and may u meet many… read more
(Excellent)
30 Nov 2021
Left by Workawayer (Ava) for host
Payton and I's stay with Jan was incredible! I feel like I've learned so much from being with him and his lovely puppy Castard (I miss him pawing at me for cuddles already)! It felt like we were staying with a friend from day one. In terms of the work that is done at the casa, there is daily sweeping, mopping, taking out the trash, cooking, etc.… read more
19 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Polina)
Polina really evolved a lot during her stay. It was a pleasure seeing her starting up her first ever garden machine, finding confidence and pleasure in the work and keep coming back asking for more and bigger machines :) She blended in really well with both my friends as with the workawayers - u could see her eyes sparkling more and more every… read more
(Excellent)
15 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Polina) for host
Jan was my first Workaway experience and I couldn't wish for a better one!
I initially planned to come to Jan just for a couple of days (max. 1 week) but it was so good that I couldn't make myself leave and stayed with Jan and his best friend, charming dog Irish Setter Castard for the whole 1 month! I truly believe that the time I spent at the… read more
I initially planned to come to Jan just for a couple of days (max. 1 week) but it was so good that I couldn't make myself leave and stayed with Jan and his best friend, charming dog Irish Setter Castard for the whole 1 month! I truly believe that the time I spent at the… read more
19 Aug 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (FABIO)
It was a pleasure hosting Fabio; he came from the big city life with all the hustle and bustle but after a few days he became very attuned to the relaxing rhytms of the forest life. Fabio has a great thirst for new adventures , always keen to learn new stuff and puts his heart into every job. He cooked some delicious food and blended in perfectly… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (FABIO) for host
it was my first experience with Workaway ... and I couldn't ask for better! Jan is a truly formidable person, accommodating ... everything is done with peace of mind, when and how you want ... he explains everything to you. he likes to eat new things, he lets us invent and cook. he took me to work with his colleagues in the forest and really very… read more
4 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Hanne)
Hanne is full of good energy, enthusiasm and wants to live everyday to its fullest. It was a blast to host Hanne, she blended in straight away with the other workawayers and was a big help splitting the wood. Thanks for all your cooking magic and always welcome back in the forest!
(Excellent)
4 Jun 2021
Left by Workawayer (Hanne) for host
"No rush in the forest"
Well I had an amazing time at Jan's place! For me it's not far from home but it felt like I was abroad. Jan is very generous and always up for campfire night. The room was a luxury one, in my opinion, with an electrical blanket for example! I really want to go back one day to explore the forest and to learn from Jan, who is… read more
Well I had an amazing time at Jan's place! For me it's not far from home but it felt like I was abroad. Jan is very generous and always up for campfire night. The room was a luxury one, in my opinion, with an electrical blanket for example! I really want to go back one day to explore the forest and to learn from Jan, who is… read more
20 Oct 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (bayate)
Emel was a blast to have around the house and in the forest. She wakes up with a smile , is eager to learn and has a can do mentality. We've had many interesting conversations and some good energy in the beach bar ^^ Always welcome in the forest Emel :)
(Excellent)
18 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (bayate) for host
Being a workawayer at Jan's place was a great experience. He is a great host. Castard is a great host as well, really friendly :)
Small things I learnt from Jan about the forest flora and trees in the Sonian forest will be useful for me in different areas of life. I recommend a long stay for those who are interested in forest and forest related… read more
Small things I learnt from Jan about the forest flora and trees in the Sonian forest will be useful for me in different areas of life. I recommend a long stay for those who are interested in forest and forest related… read more
31 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Guido) for host
I had an excellent stay in the forest with Jan. He's a great guy and there's a lot do and learn. If you're into working in the forest and around the house, this is definitely the place to go for you! What a nice place :) His friends are also really nice and fun, we laughed so much. They'll show you the nice food and beers Belgium has to offer as… read more
23 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Guido)
Guido has a great personality! He always put his shoulders and attention to the different projects that we did together. He is a very good communicator and learns fast so that every new project got started in no time. Good with different kind of people, he blends in a group as the best. We had some really nice & fun moments, always welcome back in… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Joshua)
Josh arrived with a great swirhl of energy in the forest. Eager to get going at any project we've spent a nice week working around the house and in the forest. He will give your workaway gang an extra energy boost topped with a smile that never seems to fade. It was a pleasure hosting u Josh, see you some time in the Sonian Forest :)
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Joshua) for host
Jan is a very accommodating person who certainly knows how to create a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. His home is located in a brilliant location and offers a very rural feeling whilst still having east access to the city of Brussels. There are a wide range of activities available for volunteers as well as plenty of time to have social… read more
23 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophie)
Sophie has some great energy flow. It was a pleasure hosting her and doing different projects, she has a can do mentality, is eager to learn and rich in open communication. A true traveller, she can smoothly adapt to different situations and people and always go ahead with a smile. You are always welcome in the Sonian Forest! Wish u plenty of… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sophie) for host
I spent almost 2 weeks at Jan's. He is a tolerant and calm person, with a knowledge of fauna and flora, always ready to answer any question with patience. I got the chance to work/help in the forest as well as in and out the house according to the weather, Jan's needs and my capacities. Every day was different and interesting. Jan has plenty of… read more
9 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Piotr)
Piotr is a true traveller, with an open mind and keen to meet new people. We shared some really nice moments throughout his stay. Open your house for some good vibes, vibrant conversation and a smile each morning! Piotr is also known as the Pirate! aarrhhhgg :) Highly recommended to meet or host. Always welcome back
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Piotr) for host
It was a wonderful time! Jan and his friends are wonderful people! I had the opportunity to learn about life in Belgium, try traditional dishes and delicious beer, learn new things. I will come again! 🙂
Dziękuję bardzo! 😉❤🇧🇪🇵🇱 Dank U Jan!
Dziękuję bardzo! 😉❤🇧🇪🇵🇱 Dank U Jan!
