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In the south of the Netherlands, in the province of Limburg, close to Maastricht, you will find an old estate, overlooking the river Maas.
It is my goal to beautify the buildings and gardens. I would like to welcome people from all over the world to help turn the place into a small paradise. Therefor the right skills are very much appreciated. I also need help with general maintenance of the gardens and the buildings.
I am a retired agricultural engineer who has travelled to many places on this globe. I speak fluent English, German, Dutch and our local dialect. As a big nature lover, I love flowers and animals. I am a sociable guy, who is looking to get in touch with hardworking people who have a hands-on-attitude and who possess skills needed in maintaining my estate.
Within one hour you can reach the cities of Brussels, Düsseldorf and Eindhoven. I live close to both the Belgian and the German borders, and by train you can visit most of the Netherlands easily.
A minimal stay of 3 weeks is requested. After 3 days we will have an evaluation to see if all is good.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Videography
Events & social
LGBTQ
Fashion or beauty
Culture
Charity work
Architecture
Books
Art & design
History
Photography
Gardening
Nature
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I lived a long and adventurous life, so I am happy to share about my experiences.
The estate is situated in a nice countryside, where you can make long walks and bicycle tours. In the weekends you can easily reach the cities nearby with lots of museums, pubs and festivals. For everyone there is something to experience in this area.
Help
The help mainly consists of gardening: weeding, pruning, composting, and wood chopping. In winter I require someone to attend to the woodstove.
I strive to find tasks that fit you best. I prefer things to be done properly and with love and tender care, more than done in a hurry.
I would like to instruct you when necessary about gardening and other tasks. I enjoy working with nature lovers, but I myself have other duties to attend to. So it would be great if you can work on your own.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Dutch: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
A private room in a separate building with all facilities at your disposal, like a bath, a shower, toilet, kitchen, and living room . There is a good WIFI connection as well, just no television.
What else ...
You can enjoy the peace, the quiet and the beautiful starry sky at night. Take a stroll through the valley, visit different villages and towns in the area, where you can have delicious ice cream and our famous pastries.
Public transport is great in the Netherlands. There is a bus stop nearby that connects the village with the train station in Sittard, from where you can see the rest of the Netherlands in the weekend.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
There is a good Wi-Fi connection here.
Space for parking camper vans
There is plenty of space for a camper or motorhome
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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The one month in this special spot next to river Meuse was an important and beauty- full chapter in my book of life. There it is possible to take it slower, dive in to the setting and vibration of the surroundings and through this into yourself. For me it was perfect because I was looking for a peaceful spot where to take it slower,draw… read more
Bert is an expert in all things agricultural, and if… read more
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The one month in this special spot next to river Meuse was an important and beauty- full chapter in my book of life. There it is possible to take it slower, dive in to the setting and vibration of the surroundings and through this into yourself. For me it was perfect because I was looking for a peaceful spot where to take it slower,draw… read more
Bert is an expert in all things agricultural, and if… read more
Bert is a wonderful host—hospitable, a great communicator, knowledgeable, and humorous.
He is a true storyteller, sharing the most diverse experiences from his life.
Two weeks were far too short to hear all his stories, so we will definitely come back to hear the… read more
A privileged location. Great meals. And Bert, a top-notch companion.
He was a great cook and always made sure we were well fed and looked after.
The property is breathtaking and will always be something we look back on with great fondness.
Bert… read more
