Help us transform our small farm into paradise near Paal, Belgium

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27/06/2022
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Hi everyone!

We are a small family located on a farm in Paal, Belgium. We have 5 horses, 2 dogs, 1 cat, 3 donkeys, 4 sheep and 3 goats. We are trying to build a home for animals that is as natural as possible! For the horses this means we're transforming our pastures into a Paddock Paradise. We just started so we need lots of help clearing branches, fixing and setting up fences, weeding,... We are also looking to start a vegetable garden and plant more animal friendly trees. We are fairly new to this so any advice or experience is welcome! The rest of the work will vary day to day depending on the weather. We need some painting, some renovating on the house, building playthings for our goats, breaking down some walls, building hay shelters for the horses,... ( I could go on forever :) ).

We try to handle our animals in a R+ way, this means we apply no pressure and we try to listen to them and find solutions together.

We recently started with a plantbased-diet/ became vegan (no animal products). We don't mind if they workawayers eat animal products, we just don't provide them for you.

We are also fully vaccinated!

We usually follow this scedule: 9h-12h/13h-15h and only on weekdays. You have your weekend free to relax or explore the country.

In exchange for the help we offer you a private cottage and 3 meals a day. You have access to a bike, and the busstation is 3 kilometres away from our home. We live in a quiet neighbourhood but bigger cities are 20-40 minutes away by car. If you want to travel during the weekends, we're happy to drop you off at the train station in Diest.

We're looking for someone who can easily entertain themselves as we both work outside our farm aswell so we aren't around 24/7 to work with/ hang out with you all the time. Someone who is independent and doesn't mind there own company is prefered. There will definetly be times when we'll hang and have great talks and share some drinks to get to know each other but we have a fairly busy life on it's own so we also enjoy our down time!

If this sounds like you and you're crazy about animals and don't mind physical work please apply.

We look forward to hearing from you :)

Marleen and Anke
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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What's this?
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They could learn a lot about the Belgian culture while travelling the entire country on their free time.
Learn how to be about animals and being independent.
Help
Feeding animals and cleaning stables
Cleaning up the property and fixing fences
Weeding
Small maintenance work
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
a farm and you'll have a small 2 room lodge with bathroom and toilet where you stay possibly with another helper.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
Can host digital nomads
In and around the house we have full Highspeed wifi available.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
5 hours a day, 5 days a week but the weekends free!

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26/05/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Franzisca)

Thank you Franzi for the lovely feedback!

Franzi stayed with us for almost 4 weeks and she was a great volunteer. Would always do the job as best she could and would even offer insights or different solutions if they would be better/easier.

If you are looking for a great volunteer who is an even greater compagnon, Franzi is your person! Thanks… read more

(Excellent )

24/05/2022

Left by Workawayer (Franzisca) for host

I stayed with Anke and Marleen for almost four weeks. The profile is really very accurate. We would work on different projects in the morning, sometimes alone, because Anke and Marleen were both at work, sometimes with them. When Marleen was home, she would prepare soup for lunch for us (thanks for that!), otherwise we could eat whatever there was… read more

(Excellent )

07/04/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Taher)

Tatta stayed with us for almost 2 weeks and he's a great worker and an even greater person to have around! He is always up for a long meaningfull talk but is just as happy walking around or being with the animals or just with his own company!

If you're looking for great company and a great volunteer, don't hesitate to contact Tatta! You won't… read more

(Excellent )

19/03/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Felipe)

Felipe stayed with us for 3 weeks and was an absolute pleasure to have around. He's a great worker, a smart thinker and is independent! He did so much during his time with us!
He's also just a pleasant person to be around. We'll miss the talks with the beers, and hope to see you again someday! Goodluck with your travels and studies! You'll do… read more

(Excellent )

17/03/2022

Left by Workawayer (Felipe) for host

I took my first Workaway experience in this lovely farm
in Belgium for almost 3 weeks and I felt amazing the whole time! Working in this farm, if you like physical work, is really great! You get your daily instructions and then work your hours mostly on your own, which is nice if you like to spend time with yourself (and, of course, with all the… read more

(Excellent )

07/02/2022

Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host

I stayed for two weeks and it was a very great experience. The whole family is very welcoming, they deeply love their animals. I really enjoyed our discussions. The animals are as wonderful as each other. It is a pleasure to work in nature surrounded by donkeys, horses, goats, sheep or dogs. The work consisted mainly of weeding, building natural… read more

(Very good )

20/01/2022

Left by Workawayer (Maha) for host

I had an amazing stay in November 2021 there, even if it was only one week. They are super kind and open people that make you just feel really welcome there. They also appreciate your work and effort.
It was a pleasure to stay there for me. :)

(Excellent )

11/01/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (Adrian)

Adri stayed with us for 5 weeks and he is lovely as a person and a helping hand. Very handy and if he hasn't done it before always willing to try!
He's very independent and is his free time was always up for discovering new places!

If you're looking for a hardworking workawayer who is always up for a chat, Adri is your guy!

You will always be… read more

(Excellent )

17/12/2021

Left by Workawayer (Adrian) for host

I spent around five weeks with this kind and warm-hearted family and they made me feel like i was at home since the first day i arrived at their house. They own a huge farm with a lot of beautiful and deeply loved animals and there are many different things to do as a helper there. The job is fair and they strictly respect your working hours. They… read more

(Excellent )

07/12/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Paolo)

Paolo stayed with us for 2 weeks. We had a last minute opening and he was very quick to respond and came the next day! He helped us with fixing some fences, clearing some bamboo and some woodwork.
He enjoys life and we had some lovely talks about what we want our lives to be like.
In the beginning we had some difficulties communicating, but his… read more

(Very good )

26/11/2021

Left by Workawayer (Paolo) for host

It was a very beautiful experience of two weeks with a very nice family. They were friendly and warm from the start. I was very impressed by the efficient communication, if there is a doubt or a misunderstanding they are available and open to dialogue. It is clear that they have a lot of experience with workaway so do not hesitate to visit them… read more

(Excellent )

31/10/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Christian)

Chistian and Colm stayed with us for almost 4 weeks ans managed to do a lot of work. Building a shelter for the sheep, building fences ,filling up our arena with sand and building a dry path for the donkeys, ...
They cooked a few vegan meals and kept us busy with nice conversations .
I would definitely recommend them.
Always welcome guys and thanks

(Excellent )

23/10/2021

Left by host for Workawayer (Leonie)

Leonie stayed with us for 2,5 weeks and it was a pleasure to host her! She is kind, hard working, always up for a chat and she is an amazing baker and cook!
Even though she didn't have a lot of experience working on a farm, she was up for any task and did great with everything!
She cooked for us a few times and made the most amazing cakes! ( I… read more

(Excellent )

23/10/2021

Left by Workawayer (Leonie) for host

Anke, Marleen and Ben, thank you so much for the two and a half weeks I spent with you. I could have never imagined my first workaway experience to be this great! I immediately felt welcomed and comfortable with all of you. It was amazing to see how much progress we made as the days went by and how much I have learned during my time with you. You… read more

(Excellent )

17/08/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Collin)

Collin stayed with us for 2 weeks and he's a great help. he's very good with field and garden machines and he can work with other helpers but also very good on is own.
He's always welcom here and we will miss him a lot.
Thanks and have a great life

(Excellent )

06/06/2019

Left by Workawayer (Sabrina) for host

I would like to thank you for everything I'd lived in those 3 weeks at this kind family home, with lucky horses (Mystik, Cat, Cartuchee, Winnie, Pablo and the "abuela" Belyka - sorry if I didn't write their names correctly), the amazing dogs (Doc and Lucy) and, of course, the fluffy cat, Solyka =). I am glad to had the opportunity to learn the… read more

(Excellent )

31/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Sabrina)

Sabrina is very fine young woman who stayed with us for 3 weeks. she helped cleaning stables, taking out weed, and putting back stones from a garden path. She's also a good in cleaning and washing dishes.
I loved our talks and was happy to know you.
Hope we see you again.

(Excellent )

31/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Gastón) for host

Very good experience. I really enjoyed my stay with them. Great talks, food and jobs. And the Belgium beer of course.
They love their animals and they transmit it to you. Regards to all of them.
I would definitely go back.

(Excellent )

30/05/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Gastón)

Gaston stayed with us for 3 weeks and did a great job. You could ask him anything and even if he never did it before he always did a good job. We loved his optimism, humor and talks.
Thank you for everything
Always welcome at our home.

(Excellent )

28/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)

Diana stayed with us for a few weeks. her English is very good and she helped us with weeding, mucking out stables .
She's a very nice girl and loved our doggies (especially DOC) and our Belgian beer. thank you chica for your help and good luck with your studies.

(Very good )

28/04/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Catalina)

Catalina stayed with us for a few weeks and she was a very nice , friendly, good English speaking girl. he helped us with weeding and mucking stables. She's an big animal lover and we were very glad to have her in our home.
thank you and good luck with your travels

(Very good )

30/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Giacomo Michele)

Giacomo stayed with us for around 2 weeks and was a nice, talkative and friendly person who did a good job outside in the fields and cooked a good Italian meal for us. I wish you all the best and thank you for your help.
The dogs give you a cuddle

(Very good )

21/03/2019

Left by Workawayer (Javier & Ana) for host

Our experience in Marleen's house was excellent, her family is very friendly and from the beginning they made us feel welcome, Marleen and Anke are very organized with the work that there is to do and they care a lot for our well-being at work, they are also excellent in the kitchen, although they are very modest and do not accept it, we really… read more

(Excellent )

16/03/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Javier & Ana)

Ana and Alejandro stayed with us for more than 2 weeks. They helped us with cutting thorn branches, fixing the fence and cleaning stables. They are a very nice couple and good workers. We loved having them around. Thank you very much and always welcome at our place

(Excellent )

20/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Federico & Luz) for host

If you really want to feel what a belguim family is all about, this is your place.
Marleen, Anke, Ben, the doggies, the cat, and the horses are awesome! Really friendly and welcoming, always helping in whatever we needed and with a smile on the face.
Also if you want feel love when you eat something, this is your place, Marleen is a wonderfull… read more

(Excellent )

11/10/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Robert & Vendula)

Sorry for the late feedback guys.
Vendy and Rob stayed with us for a few weeks and they are a very nice couple who work together very well. They helped us with cleaning the stables, walking our very enthousiastic dogs and clearing lots of weed and branches. they are always in for a good conversation . Although they are still youn they are very… read more

(Excellent )

09/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Robert & Vendula) for host

Marleen was great host. Her family is nice and lovely. This was our first experience with Workaway and it was awesome. Work there wasn't hard and every animal was friendly there. Marleen and her daughter Anke were great cooks. Rob was sick for few days and Marleen was very kind and considerate about him. We had free weekends for traveling. Marleen… read more

(Excellent )

13/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fabián Leonardo & Sebastián )

Sebastian and Leonardo stayed with us for about 2 weeks and were a great help. They cleaned the stables , cut some branches, cleaned up the fields and entertained the dogs. 2 great guys, always up for a good conversation and always ready to help. Thank youy and good luck.

(Excellent )

31/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Emma)

All though Emma is not so tall she was able to do all the work we asked. She has a very nice personality and was always happy to talk about any subject. Too bad she only could stay for 1 week. Good luck with your biking thing.
Thank you for being you.

(Excellent )

22/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Emma) for host

Marvelous Marleen!
This was the best start I could ever ask for on my first work away experience. A most wonderful home with loving people and animals. I don't think I will never forget Nina the goat, or the very very fluffy cat (sorry cat, didn't know your name!) or Doc and Lucy. Marleen is a lady who has a genuine love for meeting new people and… read more

(Excellent )

31/08/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Rima)

Rima was a very good helper, enthusiastic, polite and a part of the family. We loved having her around and had a lot of nice conversations. I would definitely recommend her an wish her all the luck in the wold with her studies and life.
Still miss you.

(Excellent )

22/08/2018

Left by Workawayer (Rima) for host

It was my first workaway experience at Marleen’s place and I must say it was a perfect start. Marleen is an amazing woman, friendly, talkative, funny and makes you feel so comfortable that after a few days you will feel like home! And her family is as amazing as her: her husband Bart is very kind and they have three super nice children. The… read more

(Excellent )

10/07/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Greine & paz)

Greine and Paz stayed with us for 3 weeks and although their English is not the best we managed to communicate with mixing Spanish and English. They were good helpers, able to work together and especially Paz was always in a good mood.
Thank you for helping us and good luck with the travelling
always welcome

(Excellent )

09/07/2018

Left by Workawayer (Greine & paz) for host

We stayed at Marleen's home for about three weeks. We had the pleasure of spending time with her nice and very educated children; Ben, Anke and Laura. We also met Bart, her husband, a man very interested in flowers and his gorgeous little orchard.
Work wasn't very heavy, and changed throughout the days.
About Marleen we can only say good things,… read more

(Excellent )

06/06/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Ana Karen & Mauricio )

Karen and Mauricio stayed with us for 3 weeks and they are very nice, friendly, social and hard working helpers. You can ask them any job you want and they always smile and work as a team.
Thank you very much and hopefully we'll meet again one day. Enjoy your trip to Canada.

(Excellent )

18/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Carolina) for host

Marleen an her family made me feel like home all the time. I don't eat meat and neither lactoise and she was always very caring about that. Her childrens are nice and chatty and they have two awesome dogs, super cute both . Plus the place is really pretty, green fields and nice sunsets :)

(Excellent )

12/05/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Carolina)

Carolina stayed with us for 2 weeks. Although she's not very tall she's a good helper and doesn't care about working outside. She's very friendly and talkative and always singing and playing the guitar. Thank you Carolina for your help and good luck in Barcelona.

(Excellent )

16/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Kelly & Travis)

If you're looking for great, funny, hardworking helpers you definitely have to meet Kelly and Travis.
We enjoyed having them around and the dogs were crazy about them.
Thank you guys and always welcome.

(Excellent )

16/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Kelly & Travis) for host

We stayed with Marleen and her family for 2 weeks and it was great! They are so welcoming and we absolutely fell in love with their very fluffy cat, 2 energetic pups, and all 6 of their horses. Our work included walking the dogs (great workout haha), cleaning stables, weeding around the paddocks and in the garden, filling holes, and helping to… read more

(Excellent )

30/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Shelley)

Shelly stayed with us for 2 weeks. She's a very nice person and able to do the work alone or with somebody else. We loved having her around and hopefully we meet again one day. Thank you Shelly.

(Excellent )

27/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Luan & Jessica)

Luan and Jessica stayed with us for more than 3 weeks. They are the perfect helpers : independent, handy, friendly, always in a good mood and nice to have long talks with after dinner. They painted our living room, cleaned the stables and did a lot of weeding and cleaning up wood.
They felt like a part of the family and will be missed.
Always… read more

(Excellent )

08/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Javier)

Javier stayed with us for 3 weeks. He's a very nice and polite person and he built a nice fence for the horses, did some weeding and painting.
Thank you for your help and good luck with your travelling.

(Very good )

07/10/2017

Left by Workawayer (Javier) for host

Hi, I stayed with the family for three weeks, it was my first woraway and they treated me so good. I felt like as home, they are very open people and helped me in everything I needed and always been kind and lovely to me, the work was good not very hard and they always respect the schedule, I would like to say thak you to all of them for how they… read more

(Excellent )

09/09/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Sidney & Chloe)

Sydney/Christian stayed with us for only a week but he did a nice job with repairing a fence, painting wood and cleaning stables.
Good luck

(Very good )

29/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Paula & Raquel )

Paula and Raquel stayed with us for 2 weeks. They are very polite, friendly and you can easy trust them to stay alone with the animals. They liked to have good talks and cleaned stables, weeding and painting wood.
Raquel good luck with your jumping competition and to both of you good luck with your studying and boyfriends.

(Very good )

29/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Paula & Raquel ) for host

We spent 2 weeks with Marleen and her family, and was absolutely amazing! We feel so comfortable because they made us feel like a part of the family. You could talk about any issue, and we were grateful about the long talks with Laura :)
Also Anke and Ben were so kind to us, recommending places to go and also visiting the Paalse Plas, where we had… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Rafael)

Raffael stayed with us for 3 weeks and was a very good helper. He cleaned the stables, did some weeding, painted some wood and cut some trees and hedges. Although his English is not so good he really makes an effort to learn it. He has a good sense of humor and has good stories to tell. Thank you Raffa and remember that you're always welcome.
Good… read more

(Excellent )

04/08/2017

Left by Workawayer (Rafael) for host

Wonderful experience with Marleen and her family, she is a strong and vital woman, always with a smile and a good sense of humor, her children are very sociable and cheerful always willing to make some plan, bart is a passionate man of reading and Of its garden where it has some very beautiful plants. I stayed 3 weeks with them and it was perfect… read more

(Excellent )

29/07/2017

Left by Workawayer (Elizabeth & Chloe) for host

We had a wonderful experience staying with Marleen and her family. They are so welcoming and really made us feel like a part of the family during our stay. We worked in the stables and helped with weeding, which was not hard work. The farm is beautiful and very close to an ice cream shop and a lake, which you can bike to... We miss you guys and… read more

(Excellent )

28/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Elizabeth & Chloe)

Sorry for the late feedback girls.
Liz and Chloe stayed with us for 2 weeks and they are very nice girls. They helped us with cleaning the stables and weeding. Although they are sisters they make a good team.
Thanks and good luck with your life.

(Excellent )

29/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Pablo & Estefania) for host

Our experience with Marleen and her family was amazing. It was our first Workaway and we hope all the next hosts are as nice as they are. The help is not so difficult, they are very flexible and help us all the time. The girls are great fun, we really enjoy spending time with them

(Excellent )

24/06/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Pablo & Estefania)

Pablo and Estefania stayed with us for 2 weeks. They are very nice people and good helpers. Pablo is a handy man and they make a good team. They fixed the fence, stable door and did some weeding. I could recommend them to other hosts.
Good luck with you travels and thank you.

(Excellent )

09/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Marta & Eloy ) for host

Eloy and me passed three weeks in Marleen´s house.
it is first experience in workaway and we feel great.
She is great hostess, friendly and she done everything possible for we feel well.
We worked in the stables and differents jobs to repair fence and help in the garden.

Thanks so much.
Best wishes to the family :wink:

(Excellent )

29/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Marta & Eloy )

Marta and Eloy stayed with us for almost 3 weeks and are very nice helpers. They built a part of the fence, cut a lot of bamboo/ riet, painted wood for the fence and did some great weeding. They are very polite and although there English is not so great, we always found a way to explain ourselves.
They work good and quickly and loved our animals… read more

(Excellent )

04/05/2017

Left by Workawayer (Bruno & Aline) for host

We stayed with Marleen for 2 weeks and we really liked!
She is a really nice person, kind and happy!
We stayed in a little house with our on bathroom and everything, which gave us privacy. Her house is nice and in a quiet and beautifull neighbourhood. Also, is easy to go to other cities and Marleen dropped us off in Diest Station when we… read more

(Excellent )

03/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Bruno & Aline)

Bruno and Aline stayed with us for 2 weeks and they were very friendly and happy people. They did some weeding, painting and even put some big train bills in the ground for repairing the fence.
Thank you for your help and good luck with your travelling.

(Excellent )

17/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Ivana) for host

Spent a few weeks with Marleen and her family helping with some farm work, what we had to do was very clear explained and fair hours. Had plenty time to walk around, read, chill...
Beautiful place and cute animals -very sweet the goodnight everyday to the horses-.
Thank you for the rides anytime I needed, the food and your kindness.
And to say… read more

(Very good )

24/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Ivana)

Ivana stayed with us for 2 weeks. She's a very nice girl and is very good in doing things in the hous (cleaning and dishes ) as also cleaning stables. Thank you very much and good luck with your life.

(Very good )

12/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Joao) for host

I really had a great time there, that was my first workaway experience and I will never forget it. I hope to see you guys again! Thanks for everything!! I wish all the best to the family! :)

(Excellent )

09/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Joao)

Joao is a very nice person who's easily to be around and tries all kinds of jobs. Thank you for your help and good luck with your life.

(Excellent )

09/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Luke)

Luke stayed with us for his second workaway and he was very helpfull with everything we asked.
He's very social and always in a good mood. Thanks for your help and good luck with the rest of your trip and life.

(Excellent )

28/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Keely) for host

I stayed with Marleen for around two weeks, she is kind, has a great sense of humor, and a heart of gold. She was extremely accommodating, hospitable and helpful, she even helped us in the barn. All in all a great host!
This was my first workaway experience and I would like to thank Marleen and her family for making at a very enjoyable one!

(Excellent )

28/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Keely)

Keely stayed with us almost 2 weeks and is a very nice person. She will do any job you ask and is always in a good mood. She's lovely to the animals and gets along with other helpers also.
Thank you Keely and if you're ever in the neighbourhood you know how to find us.

(Excellent )

28/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Cecilia)

Cecilia stayed with us for 2 weeks and is a very nice, sympatic and workwilling young woman. She smiles a lot and does every job you give her. Thanks for your help and you're always welcome.

(Excellent )

27/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Cecilia) for host

Marleen is a very kind person. She makes you fell at home. She has a beautiful and welcoming family. The horses an the pets are very beautiful, I enjoyed to spend time whit them. I learn a lot whit this family, and I supposed to stay one week and I stayed more. Marleen really makes you feel at home and thats make you work with enthusiasm.… read more

(Excellent )

05/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Dylan)

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(Negative )

01/08/2016

Left by Workawayer (Michelle) for host

I stayed for three weeks with Marleen and her family. From the beginning they were very welcoming and they made you feel at home. I had a great three weeks and love to come back sometime! I liked the work in the morning in the stables and they have very nice horses. Also the dog and the cats are adorable. For me it was the first time using work… read more

(Excellent )

30/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Michelle)

Michelle stayed with us for 3 weeks and is the perfect girl to help you with horses. She's independant, mature and knows how to finish any job.
Thanks for your help and you're always welcome.

(Excellent )

27/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jorge) for host

Marleen's family is very nice!! I had a really great time at Paal, I enjoy a lot going there, and working in stables is fantastic! I learned lots of thing about horses and i could ride a couple of times! If i ever go to Belgium again i would like to visit them! Thanks for giving me the oportunity to be there! I miss you, and hope you are well! My… read more

(Excellent )

13/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jorge)

Jorge stayed with us for 2 weeks and is very nice person and a good helper. He's always in a good mood and isn't afraid to work hard.
Thank you for your help and good luck with your travels.

(Excellent )

04/07/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jia Lee & Wen Hao)

Jia Lee and Dominique stayed with us for 2 weeks and are very friendly and willing helpers. They were good workers and nice company. Good luck with the studies in England and thanks

(Very good )

04/07/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jia Lee & Wen Hao) for host

Marleen and her family are by far the most unique family we have ever met.They are very friendly and made us felt welcomed instantaneously. We even got the chance to watch EURO 2016 and cheered for Belgium with the people living in the town in the city centre nearby!

Not to forget what a great cook both Marleen and Laura is! *lekker~~!*The… read more

(Excellent )

26/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca)

Rebecca stayed with us for 2 weeks and was very helpfull with mucking stables and weeding.
She did a good job in painting and was very interested to know more about life in Belgium and the way people think.
Thank you girl and we wish you the best.

(Very good )

01/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Vasco)

Vasco stayed with us for 2 weeks and helped us a lot with cutting branches, cleaning stables and other small repairing. He can work alone and with somebody else. Thank you for everything and have a save trip to another host.

(Excellent )

12/04/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Jack & Peta)

Peta and Jack are great helpers and they're willing to try everything. They make a good team together. They stayed with us for 3 weeks and we had a lot of fun together an although you 2 just left today we already miss you.
Thanks and enjoy your travelling.

(Excellent )

12/04/2016

Left by Workawayer (Jack & Peta) for host

We stayed with Marleen and her family for 3 weeks and we are very sad to be saying goodbye! We instantly felt welcome in their home and we hope to see you all again before we head back to Australia.
Our work consisted of cleaning out the stables in the mornings then helping out with other jobs around the property, such as weeding, repairing the… read more

(Excellent )

06/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Rebecca & Samantha) for host

Marleen is a fabulous host! Her and her family were incredibly nice and welcoming. The horses are beautiful and even in the rain we loved our time working with them. We really enjoyed hanging out with Laura, Anke, and Ben, if you guys are ever in the U.S. please come visit us! We will miss hearing all of you sing :) Thank you so much for… read more

(Excellent )

05/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca & Samantha)

Samantha and Rebecca are very nice girls and great helpers and work always with a big smile. They were a part of the family and I would definitely recommend them.
Thanks for everything and you will be missed.

(Excellent )

20/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Becky) for host

Dearest Marleen, thank you so much for sharing your home,your life,your beautiful animals,your story,for everything during our 2 weeks together! It was a true pleasure getting to know you and I look forward to going riding together and meeting your lovely family sometime soon! The volunteers space is cosy,the work load was as you stated,you and… read more

(Excellent )

20/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Becky)

Becky was with us for 2 weeks and I felt a little bit sad to see her leave. She's a great, friendly and good helping person and although she never mucked out stables before, she managed to do it very well. She's a good cook and likes to laugh a lot. Thank you girl for your help and we'll meet again.

(Excellent )

16/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Georgia) for host

Marlene and her family are friendly and kind hearted people and it was a pleasure to work with them.

The work was quite physical but very rewarding, I loved working with the horses and painting the little outbuilding. The work exchange was fair and we had quite a bit of time off to do our own thing. We went swimming in the lake not far from… read more

(Excellent )

30/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Georgia)

Jessica and Georgia stayed with us for 2 weeks and were nice company and good helpers. They helped us with weeding and painting and did a nice job. Thanks girls and good luck with your travelling.

(Very good )

12/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Gabriele) for host

Marleen and all his family are extraordinary people. They are educated people, the working hours are respected and Marleen always gives you some interesting work to be done.
In the free days they are availability to take you to the station and you can make interesting tours in Belgium (the big cities are not so far away) and you can make small… read more

(Excellent )

09/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Gabriele)

Gabrielle is a very nice boy who's always in a good mood and enjoys being in another country.
His work was ok but because of the language ( his english is not so good) it was difficult to explain the things he had to do. Thank you for trying and we wish you all the best.

(Good )

09/09/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sara) for host

Marleen and her family took me into their lives like an old friend and I felt very welcomed from the first second. The work is easy manageable and you can do a few different things like weeding, cleaning the stables, painting or building things. Marleen has an eye on the watch so you´ll never work too long and they are all happy to take you to the… read more

(Excellent )

08/09/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Sara)

If you want an excellent helper stop looking. She's simply the best. She's very handy ( drilling, hammering, cleaning stables, painting, cooking or cleaning) and she's willing to try anything.
Thank you very much Sara and see you soon.

(Excellent )

03/08/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Ángel)

Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute

(No show)

30/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica)

Jessica and Georgia stayed with us for 2 weeks and were nice company and good helpers. They helped us with weeding and painting and did a nice job. Thanks girls and good luck with your travelling.

(Very good )

04/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Alejandro) for host

I spend 2 weeks helping at the house and it was really nice. The job was always fair, Marleen always try to find different things to do so we don't get bored and she cooks really good meals.
I have a really goog time with the family and Alexandre (another helper), thanks for everything :)

(Excellent )

03/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Alejandro)

Alejandro stayed with us for 2 weeks. He's a very good helper, friendly, polite and always willing to try every job ( even with hot weather) Thank you for everything and good luck on your tour around the world.

(Excellent )

04/07/2015

Left by Workawayer (Alexandre) for host

I spend a bit more than 3 weeks helping Marleen and her family. It's a great family verry friendly.
Pets it's verry Nice and it was a pleasure to help them. The work is nice and varied.
I would recommend for everybody.
And thank you very much for everything.

(Excellent )

03/07/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre)

I would certainly recommend Alexandre as a helper. He's very handy in repairing all kinds of things, always happy, very polite and willing to try different work. We loved having you around and wish you all the best on your travelling.

(Excellent )

23/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Lok Yin ) for host

I stayed in Marleen place for around 6 days.
Marleen is very nice. Duty is flexible in that there are always different kinds of job so that you can choose something suitable for you. During my stay, there are other workawayers as well. The atmosphere is good here.

(Very good )

20/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Lok Yin )

Lok Yin ( Ivan) stayed with us for 5 day's, too short to really know the work but he did a great effort and was always very friendly and ready to try everything you asked. Thank you and we wish you well.

(Very good )

18/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Rodrigo)

Rodrigo stayed with us for 3 weeks and we couldn't wish for a better helper. He's smart, friendly, polite, funny, amusing,etc... He's very good with animals ( dogs, horses, cats, goats) and always interested in learning about there behaviour. We wish you good luck with your travels and hopefully we'll meet again. Thank you very much for your help.

(Excellent )

18/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Rodrigo) for host

I spend a bit more than 3 weeks helping Marleen and her family, I had an amazing time with them, I felt very comfortable and they all made me feel like at home! I met a lot of nice people and made really good friends!! I learned a lot of different and interesting things. For me it was a pleasure to help them, for sure I'm going to miss you… read more

(Excellent )

16/06/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Addison)

Addy stayed with us for 2 weeks and we really enjoyed his company, his stories and his help with all the work that needed to be done. He became a part of the family and will be missed.
Hope we'll meet again one day.

(Excellent )

16/06/2015

Left by Workawayer (Addison) for host

HAHAHAHAHAHA I laughed the entire time. The work was fair, fun and provided opportunities to both learn and learn.
The entire family is incredibly welcoming, and are excited to put you on a horse.

10/10 ;)

(Excellent )

25/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (ORIOL) for host

Marleen was really nice and has a welcoming home. The work is fun and each day you do different things. She also helped me in my travels during the weekend and was very patient with my broken english. I wish next time I can see a bit more of Belgium before coming home again!

(Excellent )

16/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Amy)

Tom stayed with us for 2 weeks. He's a very nice guy who's willing to take any kind of work. Thanks again and good luck with your travels.

(Excellent )

08/04/2015

Left by Workawayer (Francisco Javier) for host

My four weeks there were amazing! Since the first day you will feel at home, the family is very warm, nice and talkative. The work is quite fair and the horses, cats and dogs make it a good deal. I will miss for sure the Ping Pong machts and my teasing sessions with Laura but do not worry we will meet again. By the way we have to untied Marleen.… read more

(Excellent )

07/04/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Francisco Javier)

Fran stayed with us for 4 weeks and I really enjoyed his help and his company. He's polite, hard working and has a good sense of humor. Thank you for your help and your nice games of table tennis. Good luck with your life and hope to see you again one day.

(Excellent )

28/03/2015

Left by Workawayer (Brandon) for host

Marleen welcomed me when i planned to go. I could not make mine and her desired time because I had not given appropriate calculations. Marleen i am very sorry for being hesitant with you. Thank you for your generosity. I wish i could have visted you in Belgium because i really wanted to go.

(Excellent )

25/03/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Brandon)

Info notice: Workawayer cancelled stay or there was a no show at the last minute

(No show)

25/03/2015

Left by Workawayer (Léo & Aurore) for host

I had a great time at Marleen's, the whole family is very welcoming and help you move around, the work is fair and varied and the horses are really nice!
Thanks again for these two weeks!

(Excellent )

18/03/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Léo & Aurore)

Léo stayed with us for 2 weeks and he was a great helper. He can built a wall, take care of the horses and make a great fire. You can ask him anything, he will try it all. Thanks for helping us and good luck on your travelling.

(Excellent )

08/03/2015

Left by host for Workawayer ()

Josy stayed with us for 2 weeks and was a nice, polite and hard working girl. She became a part of the family and made it able to practice my French. Merci Josy et bonne chance avec ta vie.

(Excellent )

15/02/2015

Left by Workawayer (Clauver ) for host

I spent a week at Marleen place and it was enough to feel part of the family, I was very welcome from all family, her daughters and son are very friendly and kind, Her husband are a quite man however he is very nice too and we had a nice conversation with differents subjects so Marleen is very friendly, open mind person and make you feel very… read more

(Excellent )

10/02/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Clauver )

Falcon stayed with us for only a week and that was too short. He did a lot of good work ( building a new stable wall, ...) and we would have liked him to stay longer. Unfortunately he had already a flight booked for Finland. We hope he will return one day. Always welcome at our place. Thanks mate. :)

(Excellent )

23/10/2014

Left by Workawayer (Salih) for host

I have spent 3weeks with Marleen and her family and it was lovely as a family they are very warm and friendly people. Their pets are also as lovely as they are cuddly and full of love. I will miss the chats we had and who knows may be someday somehow we will see each other again.
Defintely 10/10 I would recommend this experience for… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Salih)

Salih is a very nice and friendly helper who took on every work we asked him to do, from cleaning horses stables to clearing weeds. We loved your stories and your humor and especially your scottish accent.
Thanks for everything and good luck with all your plans.

(Excellent )

19/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Maya)

Maya is a nice and polite girl but she couldn't get along with my other helper, who was bye the way very nice and hard working. She left earlier then agreed. Too bad.

(Neutral )

14/04/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Crystal )

Crystal is a very nice, hardworking young lady. It felt like she was a part of the family. I certainly recommend her.

(Excellent )

16/03/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Alexendre)

Alexander was a polite guy but I think he wasn't used to travelling alone.
He returned to Canada earlier then we agreed.
Too bad.

(Good )

24/02/2014

Left by host for Workawayer (Rudi)

very nice guy and a great helper