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28 Mar 2024
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Description
We are Paul and Willeke, we have two children, both moved out. We have one dog , a cat and some chickens.
We are looking for people that are OK to work by themselves, preferably couples. You will have your own, bedroom/bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen overlooking the vineyard.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will learn the basics of running and maintaining a vineyard and taste the results of the hard labor.
In addition to that we are at the border of The Netherlands and Belgium giving you the opportunity to get exposed to both cultures in one stay.
Help
We have a 1 hectare vineyard 4.500 plants in Ossendrecht in the south of The Netherlands on the Dutch/Belgium border 20 minutes from Antwerp. Looking for general help in the vineyard, no experience required, willingness to work outdoors is obviously expected. In addition to that we have a lovely garden and some forestry that need general maintenance, for this season the forestry maintenance will be the primary task.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Accommodation
Own bed / bathroom in attached building. Seperate building in the vineyard, with fully equiped kitchen to prepare meals and relax.
Preferably looking to accommodate couples.
What else ...
The beautiful area of "De Brabantse Wal " is nearby cities include Antwerp (20 minutes) Brussels (45 minutes) Rotterdam (50 minutes) Amsterdam (1.5 hours).
We are at driving distance from the sea and are in the direct surroundings of nature with "De Groote Meren"and "De Kalmthoutse Heide". The house is outside of the village with all facilities within 5 kilometer and nearby public transportation.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Campervans can be parked and used in the vineyard.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Host ref number: 767892473461
Feedback (21)
9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ian & Madeline) for host
We stayed for from 7/10/23 - 7/21/23 on the winery with Paul and Willeke, and had an absolutely wonderful stay. We absolutely cherished the flexibility and confidence they gave us to do what we needed for our hours and work and just trusted us to do what was asked of us on our own timeframe. The communication of what we'd be doing and how the… read more
19 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Alessandro & Alisa) for host
We spent 1 week at the place of Paul and Willeke and are grateful for the experience.
We worked hard on the vineyard and we liked it because it was really different from what we usually do in our life. The yard is beautiful and the room where we stayed was good. Paul was friendly and always available in case we needed something or had any… read more
We worked hard on the vineyard and we liked it because it was really different from what we usually do in our life. The yard is beautiful and the room where we stayed was good. Paul was friendly and always available in case we needed something or had any… read more
19 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Alessandro & Alisa)
We had the pleasure of hosting Alessandro and Alisa a fun loving and hard working couple.
Little downside was that they cut their stay short to continue their vacation in The Netherlands and as I we had stopped doing one week stays for some time, this was a bit of a bummer in the midst of the growth season.
Having said that they performed their… read more
Little downside was that they cut their stay short to continue their vacation in The Netherlands and as I we had stopped doing one week stays for some time, this was a bit of a bummer in the midst of the growth season.
Having said that they performed their… read more
(Very good
)
17 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Renske)
In this day and age, travel has become a bit more difficult, so we hosted Renske and Sara for a two week period. Two great Dutch girls that really wanted to go abroad for WorkAway but found themselves staying in The Netherlands.
It was a true pleasure having them around, Although we did have to observe the COVID-19 rules and precautions things… read more
It was a true pleasure having them around, Although we did have to observe the COVID-19 rules and precautions things… read more
(Excellent
)
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9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ian & Madeline) for host
We stayed for from 7/10/23 - 7/21/23 on the winery with Paul and Willeke, and had an absolutely wonderful stay. We absolutely cherished the flexibility and confidence they gave us to do what we needed for our hours and work and just trusted us to do what was asked of us on our own timeframe. The communication of what we'd be doing and how the… read more
19 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Alessandro & Alisa) for host
We spent 1 week at the place of Paul and Willeke and are grateful for the experience.
We worked hard on the vineyard and we liked it because it was really different from what we usually do in our life. The yard is beautiful and the room where we stayed was good. Paul was friendly and always available in case we needed something or had any… read more
We worked hard on the vineyard and we liked it because it was really different from what we usually do in our life. The yard is beautiful and the room where we stayed was good. Paul was friendly and always available in case we needed something or had any… read more
19 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Alessandro & Alisa)
We had the pleasure of hosting Alessandro and Alisa a fun loving and hard working couple.
Little downside was that they cut their stay short to continue their vacation in The Netherlands and as I we had stopped doing one week stays for some time, this was a bit of a bummer in the midst of the growth season.
Having said that they performed their… read more
Little downside was that they cut their stay short to continue their vacation in The Netherlands and as I we had stopped doing one week stays for some time, this was a bit of a bummer in the midst of the growth season.
Having said that they performed their… read more
(Very good
)
17 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sara & Renske)
In this day and age, travel has become a bit more difficult, so we hosted Renske and Sara for a two week period. Two great Dutch girls that really wanted to go abroad for WorkAway but found themselves staying in The Netherlands.
It was a true pleasure having them around, Although we did have to observe the COVID-19 rules and precautions things… read more
It was a true pleasure having them around, Although we did have to observe the COVID-19 rules and precautions things… read more
(Excellent
)
25 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Sophia & Lorenz)
Sophia and Lozenz stayed with us in the midst of COVID-19. Although we did have to apply some additional rules and guidelines the stay turned out to be excellent.
They worked themselves to our full satisfaction and unfortunately also had to take care of their own cooking and daily life, which they did great.
Different then normal, but what isn't,… read more
They worked themselves to our full satisfaction and unfortunately also had to take care of their own cooking and daily life, which they did great.
Different then normal, but what isn't,… read more
(Excellent
)
10 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Sophia & Lorenz) for host
We spent two wonderful and relaxing weeks at Paul and Willeke's home and vineyard. The apartment is great, we enjoyed the work and loved the flexibility we had in terms of our daily working routine. We enjoyed spending time at the property, but also explored the beautiful surroundings. We felt very comfortable, and Paul and Willeke were very nice… read more
10 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Tiffany & Jonathan) for host
Paul and Willeke we great hosts.
We would honestly recommend Paul's workaway to anyone!!
It's worth it and really - there is nothing we could complain about !!! 100/100 !!!
We stayed at their house for just over 2 weeks and it was an absolute pleasure.
The house/ accomodation is AMAZING for a workaway. You have your own private space and you… read more
We would honestly recommend Paul's workaway to anyone!!
It's worth it and really - there is nothing we could complain about !!! 100/100 !!!
We stayed at their house for just over 2 weeks and it was an absolute pleasure.
The house/ accomodation is AMAZING for a workaway. You have your own private space and you… read more
26 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Martin & Bryony) for host
Really enjoyed a new expirenece for us with in Ossendrect. The amount of work put into running a vineyard will make us appreciate wine more from now on (especially if it is from this place). The hosts are friendly and relaxed. They both have full time jobs so being able to work on your own is a must. The food cooked by Paul was magnificent- giving… read more
23 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kev & Val)
We have had the pleasure of having Val and Kev over at our vineyard. Lovely couple and great company to have around. All work done with pleasure and full satisfaction. Actually looking forward to having them over again in the future, when they can see what all this hard work leads to when we do the harvesting.
(Excellent
)
19 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kev & Val) for host
We stayed with Paul and Willeke for 4 weeks and had a great time. Paul is very fair with the work explaining what needs to be done and letting you get on with it. The accommodation is great and the property is beautiful. It’s a great base for exploring Holland and Belgium. The local village has everything you need. Thanks for letting us stay and… read more
16 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Hadas & Emerson) for host
We stayed with Paul and Willeke for 2 weeks and their vineyard.
The work was great, varied and fit us very well. We enjoyed chopping wood and more relaxed jobs walking in the vineyard. The hours was very flexible and we were live to do the work by ourself on our time, but Paul was around if we needed help with anything.
The house was amazing!… read more
The work was great, varied and fit us very well. We enjoyed chopping wood and more relaxed jobs walking in the vineyard. The hours was very flexible and we were live to do the work by ourself on our time, but Paul was around if we needed help with anything.
The house was amazing!… read more
5 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Daniella & Tyler) for host
We had a great time on the vineyard! Paul and Willeke are friendly and relaxed and they made us feel very at home. Thanks, you two, for showing us such a nice time! This was our first Work Away experience and it was a great welcome into the lifestyle. We had the fortune of participating in two harvest weekends which was very unique and fun. This… read more
4 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniella & Tyler)
Daniella and Tyler have been with us for almost one month. They were a fantastic couple to have around, independent, caring, hardworking and fun. Recommend them highly to other hosts.
(Excellent
)
10 Jul 2018
Left by Workawayer (Brendon & Karson) for host
We had a very comfortable, and enjoyable stay with Paul and Willeke. Our work primarily consisted of maintaining the vines in the vineyard for 5 hours a day which was fairly simple. Paul was very flexible in your work for him and was always happy and easy going. Whether we woke up early or slept in late, as long as we put in our 5 hours he was… read more
25 Jun 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Ana Cecilia & Cristiano)
Ana and Cristiano stayed with us for 2 weeks. It was a true pleasure having them around. As we are busy at the moment and are still in the midst of building activity they were left by themselves most of the time. They did an amazing job working in the vineyard and we have been very happy with them. Would like to recommend them to any other host as… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Jun 2018
Left by Workawayer (Ana Cecilia & Cristiano) for host
Paul and Willeke are wonderful hosts and Paul is also a great cook, we could try some typical dutch food, which was delicious, tks for these experience Paul!
The vineyard is a lovely place where you can work in peace and make your own schedule, which we find really interesting, we really enjoy working there. And the wine they produce is delicious,… read more
The vineyard is a lovely place where you can work in peace and make your own schedule, which we find really interesting, we really enjoy working there. And the wine they produce is delicious,… read more
20 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Antonio & Bonnie)
Antonio and Bonnie have been with us for a week and it was a sheer pleasure to have them around. Due to busy schedules I was not able to be around most of the time, but for them that was no issue. They performed all their tasks with great pleasure and solved things as they came along. Recommend them to any other host.
(Excellent
)
23 Jul 2017
Left by Workawayer (Antonio & Bonnie) for host
Paul was a kind and generous host who make us feel very welcome. We gained an appreciation for the tasks associated with owning a vineyard and enjoyed the outdoor work. Ossendrecht is a quiet town and it was lovely to walk around on the long summer evenings. We particularly enjoyed Paul's great cooking and the conversations with his daughter Manon… read more
14 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Daryl & Alice)
Alice and Daryl have been with us for a week and it has been a pleasure having them. Although we were unable to be here most of the time, they have worked independently and did a great job. Helped "cleaning up" our forestry, major trimming and cutting and finished this to full satisfaction.
A joy to have around and a recommendation for any host.
A joy to have around and a recommendation for any host.
(Excellent
)
12 Mar 2017
Left by Workawayer (Daryl & Alice) for host
We stayed with Paul and his family for one week at the beginning of Feb. This was our first work away and gave us a great work away experience. We throughly enjoyed our stay, we completed forestry each morning which left us plenty of time to explore the beautiful surrounding area. The meals provided were very nice and so was the accommodation, we… read more
22 Sep 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Nigel & Annelies)
Nigel and Annelies have been with us for 10 days and it was a pleasure having them around.
They performed their tasks with pleasure and precision. Important for us is that they aso do this independantly as I do not always have the opportunity to be around all the time.
Having Annelies speaking dutch was helpful in a large wine tasting event with… read more
They performed their tasks with pleasure and precision. Important for us is that they aso do this independantly as I do not always have the opportunity to be around all the time.
Having Annelies speaking dutch was helpful in a large wine tasting event with… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Nigel & Annelies) for host
This was our first workaway experience and Paul and Willeke's place was a really good place to start. The accomodation was very good and quite private it even had a sauna. Paul gave us general directions of what he wanted done in the vineyard and then let us get on with it. We trimmed vines, weeded and cut the hedges and it was really good to see… read more
12 Sep 2016
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Thomas) for host
Paul and Willeke set the bar very high for our first workaway experience. We really could not have asked for better hosts! The accommodation is ideal, we had our own room, bathroom and lounge area which was ideal for relaxing at night after having dinner with the family. The meals and wine were also amazing! We would strongly recommend this… read more
30 Aug 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Thomas)
Jessica and Thom stayed with us for almost two weeks and have been an absolute pleasure to have around. They were looking for some daily routine following a 4 months trip around the globe and I think found that again with us.
They performed all their tasks with pleasure and went over and above it in many circumstances.
A truly great couple to… read more
They performed all their tasks with pleasure and went over and above it in many circumstances.
A truly great couple to… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Jul 2016
Left by Workawayer (Alexander & Paige) for host
What a peaceful workaway experience! We felt very taken care of by Paul, he is an exceptional cook even though he pretends he's not doing anything special! The accommodation was cozy and private, the home garden is beautiful and we really enjoyed working in the vineyard getting to experience all of the unpredictable Dutch weather while learning a… read more
18 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander & Paige)
Alex and Paige left this morning after spending a week with us. They have been great company to have around. Both peformed the activities in the vineyard by themselves, as I hade little time to support them I really appreciated the work and effort they have put in.
Highly recommended for other hosts and I wish them safe travels.
Highly recommended for other hosts and I wish them safe travels.
(Excellent
)
20 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Tahlia & Chris)
Tahlia and Chris have been with us for a week and it was a great fit. They are a very likeable, friendly and hard working couple. We have had some good time together and they have performed all of their tasks with pleasure and enthousiasm.
They even were kind enought to delay their departure by a couple of hours to help out with a large… read more
They even were kind enought to delay their departure by a couple of hours to help out with a large… read more
(Excellent
)
18 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Tahlia & Chris) for host
This was our first Workaway experience and we couldn't have hoped for a better introduction. We spent one week here and Paul and his family were very kind and welcoming. Their dogs and cats were very cute and funny. The accommodation was fantastic and really exceeded our expectations - a private area (bedroom, bathroom, living space) joined onto… read more
31 May 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Murilo)
Murilo has spent a good week with us. He is very cheerful and helpful. Did his tasks in the vineyard with great pleasure, singing out loud :-) . Made a great meal for us.
All in all a pleasure to hav around.
All in all a pleasure to hav around.
(Excellent
)
18 May 2016
Left by Workawayer (Murilo) for host
Amazing experience , Amazing food , a room that was very comfortable , the family was very nice , and his son Boris is now a dear friend of mine , so is Paul .
All the best for that family
All the best for that family
16 Feb 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Stephanie)
Stephanie and Amber are hard wording and independent. Performing their tasks with pleasure even in the pooring rain.
(Very good
)
15 Feb 2016
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie) for host
Hi Willeke and Paul,
it was a pleasure to help you both out in the vineyard (and walk around at the Kalmthoutse heide, the nature reserve at 15 minutes walk from your home)! We felt really comfortable and welcome at your home. Thanks for the lovely food, the sauna and having us around! Greetings to you both, Mathieu, the dogs and the cat!
it was a pleasure to help you both out in the vineyard (and walk around at the Kalmthoutse heide, the nature reserve at 15 minutes walk from your home)! We felt really comfortable and welcome at your home. Thanks for the lovely food, the sauna and having us around! Greetings to you both, Mathieu, the dogs and the cat!
27 Dec 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Nicholas & Candace)
Nick and Candace have been with us for a week and it has been a pleasure having them around. They both worked in the vineyard doing general chores such as removing the bird and rabbit nets, Also helped in preparing parts of the garden for winter. They did their tasks on their own as I unfortunately had to leave them by themselves for 2 days. No… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Dec 2015
Left by Workawayer (Nicholas & Candace) for host
This workaway was great. Paul and his family had us working on vineyard maintenance and preparing the property for winter. They made us feel at home and part of the family. Paul is very straightforward in what he expects and the working hours were as agreed. The accomodation was awesome with its own sauna. All meals were delicious and local to the… read more
15 Oct 2015
Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host
Thank you again Paul, Willeke, Manon and Boris for such a beautiful experience! I felt right at home in your company, and have really enjoyed working in your charming country garden- getting some fresh air and exploring your part of the Netherlands.
Additionally, Paul is an amazing cook, and I was lucky enough to try some of their very own wine!… read more
Additionally, Paul is an amazing cook, and I was lucky enough to try some of their very own wine!… read more
13 Oct 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)
We have very much enjoyed Emma's company during the one week stay, very likeable and helpfull individual.
She has trimmed all of the hedges, a super job !! Highly recommended.
Paul
She has trimmed all of the hedges, a super job !! Highly recommended.
Paul
(Excellent
)
18 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Dimitry) for host
Hey guys,
Thank you very much for an amazing time. I stayed with Paul, Villeke and Manon for a week learning how to take care of a vineyard in a very cozy and peaceful Dutch village. I enjoyed the work which never was too hard and everyday family life with these giving and lovely people. I felt welcome, taken care of and was encouraged to and… read more
Thank you very much for an amazing time. I stayed with Paul, Villeke and Manon for a week learning how to take care of a vineyard in a very cozy and peaceful Dutch village. I enjoyed the work which never was too hard and everyday family life with these giving and lovely people. I felt welcome, taken care of and was encouraged to and… read more
14 Sep 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Dimitry)
Hi Dimitry,
it has been a great pleasure having you with us this last week.
For other hosts, I would like to recommend Dimitry for any (outside) activity. All the work in the vineyard was performed with great pleasure and precision. He also started logging some of the trees that were laying around from own interest and "just for fun"
Also you… read more
it has been a great pleasure having you with us this last week.
For other hosts, I would like to recommend Dimitry for any (outside) activity. All the work in the vineyard was performed with great pleasure and precision. He also started logging some of the trees that were laying around from own interest and "just for fun"
Also you… read more
(Excellent
)
