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We live in a quiet secluded farmhouse . We hobby keep Husumer pigs, Walliser Schwarznase sheep and Welsumer chickens Also as pets we have Greater swiss mountaindogs
We are looking for people to help out with the animals and helping with small repairs and improvements on the hobbyfarm but most of all.....must be animal lovers1Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The North of the Netherlands is a very attractive area with lots to see and do locally. If you are keen on walking or cycling, there are a number of good and challenging routes around. The farm is situated alongside a canal which offers fishing and boattrip.s The local towns are bursting with history and ripe for exploration. The university town of Groningen with a vibrant ambience, contemporary fashions, range of affordable bars and restaurants, a growing international performance-art festival and the best nightlife in the region.
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Help
Experience with farmlife appreciated. We are looking for volunteers that can help with animal care,( dogs, sheep, pigs) small repairs, cleaning, putting up fences.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: IntermediateAccommodation
You will have your own room in a seperate apartment with bathroom and kitchen.. Lots of privacy but we also share some meals and spend time together.
What else ...
As we live with 4 large dogs, please only apply of you are not scared of them. You can use our bicycles, kayak and boat.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (66)
The work itself is really nice: feeding the animals and working on projects in/around the house. This can include… read more
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The work itself is really nice: feeding the animals and working on projects in/around the house. This can include… read more
We enjoyed their company very much. They are good workers with the right amount of own initiative. Gilles is incredibly handy with wood. He made 9 frames for insulation of the single glass stable windows. This will make such a huge difference to our heating bill! Anne-Marie… read more
They spent a couple of weeks with us at my hobbyfarm to help perk up the workaway apartment. They are hard-working, very handy and do everything smiling. The communication between us was always easy and they were very respectful.
They also cleaned one of my houses, they decluttered and cleaned some very… read more
During my stay the sheep got sheared which was very eventful and fun to help out with.
Eline… read more
No hesitation in recommending him.
During our three-week stay at Eline's farm, we were caring for the sheep, chickens, and a pig, as well as her three adorable mountain dogs. In particular, we fell in love with Shira, what a playful and silly pup she is!
Apart from animal care, there are… read more
I spent Christmas and New Year with Eline and her family, could really enjoy and learn about their traditional celebrations(The fireworks at New Year was really beautiful!), everyone was really nice to me and even received a sweet gift from Lucien (Eline's boyfriend).
I was feeding the… read more
Felipe can be trusted with animals and is trustworthy.much recommended!
I loved my time there. I went a lot by bike and saw a lot. It's really a peaceful town.
I don't know where to start. Such a kind and gentle person. Very independent and capable. He is a quite person and at the beginning i was not aware of his skills. When one of the other workawayers mentioned that he was a skilled electrician i asked… read more
First of all, we had a clear request to shut down, to be in a quiet natural place, to have a private room and conditions for calm down.
We fully received it and our expectations to this extent were fully justified.
Eline cooked dinner for us from time to time, which was very nice of… read more
We were kept busy with building projects and learned some new skills along the way. There wasn't as much working with the animals as we hoped, but I guess this varies seasonally.
We enjoyed exploring the area, particularly Groningen which is a really cool town.
Eline is very chill and good to talk with. She has a great sense of humour and very sharp and direct what I really appreciated.
I enjoyed also the company of Lucien he is also very funny and kind person and he loves to talk!
Most of my tasks… read more
She has been really accomodating for my arrival (by hitchiking) and for my departure (leave me at a bus stop 30 min away). Moreover the stay was really enjoyable, animals are great and the farm is such a cool place.
Eline is really kind and letting you… read more
Her friend is… read more
The animals are all beautiful and the three big dogs loved attention.
The farm is in a lovely area and we were allowed to use the small motorboat for trips on the canal.
Thank you for the experience.
Very easy to get along with. An independant /experienced worker that will pick up any task and more,,,, Very much recommended to future hosts!
Eline is a great host! Very friendly and there was a good atmosphere!
I helped with housekeeping and cleaning the B&B rooms.
The area is beautiful...the dogs lovely...the sheep look so cute!
Eline, thanks for your kindness.
I really enjoyed everything!
Working with the sheep and pigs was really fun! There is always something to do there, involving the farm animals, the 3 amazing dogs, or cleaning up. I even got the chance to work on my sowing skills :p
Most of the work is physically demanding but worth it. There is plenty of… read more
Don't be fooled by the young age. Maulary can be trusted with children and is an excellent help in the house. Dan is handy and helps out with all tasks. Very much recommended to future hosts and always welcome back!
Hope to see them again.
As a person she is great to have around. Always helpful and polite ; we loved to have her stay with us and hope she will come… read more
The work was easy and very… read more
Furthermore she is great to talk with and respects your space. Very easy going with all the animals, hard working and very reliable in her work. I would trust her looking after my farmanimals any time.
On a personal level i appreciated our chats and honesty. Future hosts do not need to hesitate, you'll not regret… read more
For Workaway hosts you should know that Linnea was super reliable, always willing and a good learner.
I recommend Linnea for working with children too.
Eline respected our privacy when we needed a rest, and she let us use her… read more
opportunities to take bicycle, some boat. This place very quiet and vere pretty. Also Eline very helped me,
I am thankful her! i… read more
I spent 5 months at Eline's and grew really fond of all the animals, especially both the dogs which at first can be a little intimidating but after a minute… read more
It was awesome to be picked up from train station instead of having to find my way… read more