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Join our family at home and experience our biodiverse self-sustainability project in Nieuwlande, Netherlands

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  • Description

    Description

    Our family (Rowita, Marcel, Doria and Arthur) has chosen to live in the countryside to live closer to nature and contribute to the local biodiversity. We are slowly turning a meadow into a place where animals can find a place to live, save from industrial agriculture. We grow food in our vegetable garden and we plant more and more edible plants and trees. For income, Rowita runs short term rental in our garden and Marcel is a teacher in a nearby city. We live in a very small house, to limit our consumption. We've always loved to travel and meet like-minded people over the world. This is why we like to host you and to make you part of our family for some time.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We have experience with many parts of self-sufficiency. Living with us, you will learn when and how to sow, take care for crops and how to preserve the harvest through winter. We're also skilled in the kitchen, to prepare a variety of healthy 'slow-food' meals. Of course we're also 'experts' of our country, we've also lived in the bigger cities before we settled in the countryside.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    With all projects we do around the house, help is always welcome. It is mostly maintaining the vegetable garden (sowing / harvesting / weeding, etc.). We're also always working on some kind of construction project. We have children and for them it's great to have someone around that inspires them. They are very energetic and love creative activities.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent

    This 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

    Accommodation

    We have a neat 8m2 room in the barn next to our house. It has windows facing the garden. There is electric heating and there is a sink to provide water. The bathroom is in our house, just next to it, which is shared with us. You can decorate your own room as you like.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We're situated in a rural province with a lot of nature for different types of outdoor activities. Getting around with public transport is not easy, but is doable. We have a bike and it's 5min to the bus stop. But there is also often a solution that we'd bring you to the nearest train station (15 min). With the train you can easily visit other parts of The Netherlands or Germany.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

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The image depicts a family of four sitting on a sandy beach, surrounded by purple flowers and trees in the background, with a serene and natural atmosphere.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a house, lush trees, and a vibrant garden, with a vast green field stretching into the distance.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a large house with a prominent roof, surrounded by trees and a body of water, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene backyard scene featuring a house, lush greenery, and a vibrant orange hammock suspended between two trees, exuding a sense of tranquility.
The image depicts two chickens standing in a grassy area, with a fence visible in the background, suggesting a fenced-in yard or enclosure. The chickens are likely domesticated.
The image depicts two large birds, likely storks or herons, standing on a wooden fence, with a body of water and trees in the background, evoking a sense of natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene backyard scene with lush greenery, a small red playhouse, and various outdoor furniture, set against a clear blue sky.
The image depicts an aerial view of a serene rural property, featuring a pond, greenhouse, garden, and several buildings, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.
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A woman tends to a garden with raised beds, surrounded by lush greenery and a greenhouse, set against a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene backyard scene featuring a treehouse with a ladder, string lights, and a table, surrounded by lush trees and greenery.
The image depicts a small, dark-colored wooden house with a green door and window, surrounded by lush greenery and a garden hose attached to the wall.
The image depicts a cozy bedroom with a bed, desk, and window, featuring a white wall, wooden floor, and ceiling, with a serene outdoor view through the window.
The image depicts a family of four standing together in a garden, with the father holding his son and the mother holding her daughter\'s hand.

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