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Its the time of the year that we spend a lot of time on the newly planted trees to release and weed manage. We planted 23,000 trees last year
Besides the reforestation, we also have an existing forrest and a new area to be prepped for planting (planting will not happen until May 2026)
We have animals on the farm, like sheep, ostrich, ducks, geese
We can host ideally couples.
We have two young daughters too, 3 & 7 years of age
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance

Interests
Yoga / WellnessOutdoor activitiesNatureHikingBeach
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The area we live in has lots to offer. Also nearby beaches and nature getaways and parks
We have shared dinners and if any activities on like to take everyone along (if interested)
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

Help
Help with native forrest restoration project
4 hours a day per person, 5 days/week
We provide 3 meals a day for your convenience
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Accommodation
Besides the main house, we are nearly done with a sleep out which contains a big kitchen, a living and bathroom. We bought a Sauna too but need to assemble this

What else ...
We have a spare car if needed for doing a shop

A little more information

Internet access

Limited internet access

We have pets

We are smokers

Can host families

Space for parking camper vans
Any size vehicle is ok

How many Workawayers can stay?
Two

My animals / pets
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All the best and hope you are with your family soon!
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All the best and hope you are with your family soon!
Our main points of disappointment were:
• The quality of food (it included… read more
Johnny has great gardening experience (but also in moving furniture :))
Alice has done some amazing concept drawings!
They were not only hardworking but also a… read more
They were also a joy to have around the house—positive, respectful, and easy to get along with. Their… read more
This was my first stop in New Zealand, and I'm really happy for it
The work is physical, not too hard. The scenery is amazing. And I got to learn a little about reforestation, invasive species etc.
Both Marcel and Dave are nice people, interesting to talk to, would have been nice to interact with them more.
Clevedon… read more
They… read more
They are pretty busy guys but they give to you all the necessary to enjoy the experience.
Don't miss the farmer's market on sunday & twilight on friday, anyway, Marcel will give you some good tips about things to do around.
They were also… read more
They are highly recommended!!
Hard working on difficult terrain, and no complaint, well done and would love you guys to stay here again :)
Hard working on difficult terrain, and no complaint, well done and would love you guys to stay here again :)
Marcel and Laura were the kindest people we have met in New Zealand and their kids are… read more
Hard working, independent and good to have around the house - without asking helping with all sorts of things
Would recommend!
We learned a lot and we highly recommend woofing with Marcel and his family who have adorable children.
We could not have wished for a better team :)
Great chef's too :)
Hard working and fun to have around!
Food was great :)
I would highly recommend!
Independent person, good to have around in the house
I would recommend!
Thanks a lot for having us! You are a very inspiring family and we enjoyed staying with you 😊
Fun to have around
we can really recommend this… read more
Make sure you have some heavy work to do, as they like to use their muscles! :)
Marcel and Laura are incredibly generous hosts, we’re really grateful to have been welcomed at their place, especially as a family ourselves.
This is an excellent workaway because:
* the property is just spectacular, well cared for and tidy with lots of… read more
We wish all of them all the best and we may meet again :)
They have a beautiful big house and a cuddly cat. We were given new and different tasks around the house and farm everyday and had a lot of fun doing them.
We really enjoyed our stay!
Thank you for having us, hope to see you again.
Rosa & Johannes
They helped around the farm with all kinds of work, mostly around the vineyard, but also with maintenance on the driveway
Our daughter joined to the airport to wave goodbye and Rosa & Johannes have a special place in our thoughts
All the best!


















