A young girl with long hair and a black dog are standing on a path, playing with a branch of leaves. The dog is standing on its hind legs.
A cobblestone street with white buildings, red roofs, and a gothic church in the background. A fluffy black dog sits in the foreground, tongue out.
A group of people sits in an art gallery, surrounded by large plant sculptures, rustic decor, and a black-and-white portrait on the wall behind them.
Modern white houses with yellow balconies reflect in a calm pond, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. Ducks swim peacefully on the water’s surface.
A stately white mansion stands at the end of a gravel pathway, flanked by manicured hedges, tall conical shrubs, and empty flagpoles under a clear sky.
Two Lime electric bikes are parked on a city sidewalk. In the background, a woman and a child ride bicycles past residential buildings on a sunny day.
This image shows a grand Gothic-style cathedral entrance with a pointed arch, ornate stone carvings, statues, and two large wooden doors under bright daylight.
A cozy living room with a pink sectional sofa, colorful pillows, a white table, indoor plants, large windows, a mirror, and a relaxing cat.
Two dogs relax indoors on a beige carpet. One chews on a giant teddy bear, while the other lies nearby with a chew toy. Sunlight streams in.
Two medieval stone towers stand beside a bridge over a calm river, reflecting beautifully in the water below, with a crane and blue sky above.
A bright living space with a beige carpet and sliding glass doors opens to a balcony. Outdoor chairs, potted plants, and greenery create a peaceful scene.
Two white chairs and a pink round table with a mug sit on a balcony overlooking lush green trees, bushes, and a blue sky. Peaceful morning.
The image depicts a young girl with curly hair sitting at a white table, eating cereal, accompanied by a dog standing on its hind legs beside her.
The image shows a woman with short, curly hair posing for a selfie with a medium-sized black dog with its tongue out.
The image features a small, dark-colored dog with curly fur, lying on the floor, accompanied by a large bone in the background, set against a white wall.
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Experience life in a historical city and help me with some projects in Kortrijk, Belgium

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi there!

    My name is Eva, half Colombian, half Belgian. I studied art in Ghent.
    I just turned 49 and live with my happy dog Boeddha.

    Living near the beautiful city of Kortrijk, surrounded by gorgeous ancient churches, parks and a brand new contemporary art museum called Abby. I live just outside the city in a town with its own trainstation. My ground floor two bedroom appartment sit's right in front of a pond filled with ducks, geese, herons, frogs... a small ecosystem to enjoy all day long. Slow and easygoing pace here.

    Meanwhile I'm working on a monumental art project of mine. Working on prototypes or graphic drawings. Currently also in the process of writing a book.

    I like going for a swim sometimes at a sportscenter nearby, enjoy the regular sauna there too. I try to take care of my body as best as I can.
    My cooking is mainly Whole Food Plant Based, for those who are not familiar, it's the healthy vegan options I love most.

    Where I go my dog goes. Usually my car does too. Also love walking and riding my bike, if my pretty little legs agree. My cathedral of a body decided to stop growing when it hit 120 cm and
    I deal with physical pain on a daily basis. I easily get tired because of that.
    So feeling good and healthy is my main priority.


    I speak Dutch, but know my way around some Spanish, French, and English. Studied some Japanese too (15 years ago) because I travelled to Tokyo by myself for a month. Big fan of Japan.
    Paris is only a 2.30 hour drive. Brussels an hour. Ghent half hour. Bruges 45 minutes.
    Trainstation is a 5 minute walk from my house.
    There are bikes you can rent. Check out Li.me app.
    Electrical Steps also.


    My interest goes to female workawayers who have put in an effort to write a good profile and took the time to read mine.
    Please take the time to write a personal request if you want me to be your host. Unless I contacted you :)
    Before applying, best to check my calender to see if I am available.

    +++Being FLUENT in either English, French, Spanish or Dutch is a REQUIREMENT. As in properly speaking full clear sentences. Communication is a big part of being helpful around here and a necessity for me to receive the adequate support with my disability.+++

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Videography
    Sustainability
    Politics / Social justice
    Van life
    Self development
    Pets
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Languages
    Photography
    Writing
    Drawing & painting
    Animals
    Cooking & food
    Plant care
    Music
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Art & design
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    1. I studied art so I can offer an afternoon of drawing with a lighttable. I would be teaching you how to draw with this method. It really is for anyone :)

    2. I studied several vegetarian cookingstyles. Also get lots of my inspiration from Macrobiotics, Japanese, Colombian, Mexican, Italian, Whole Food Plant Based...al sorts of styles... Things my body and tastebuds agree upon. I love to create healthy dishes that are packed full of flavour. So ask if your interested.

    3. As a practitioner of the Wim Hof breating method I sometimes invite people over to guide the small group with an hour long session. You are welcome to join in if interested. With my daily breathing session or the guided long one.
    Ice bath optional too :)

  • Help

    Help

    So...
    Helpfull positive people are welcome, and what follows is the main priority for now. I'm looking for female workawayers, that can help me around the house with the daily maintanance and occasional handywork. (Sorry to the beautiful men out there but I'm just more at ease with women in my house at the moment.)
    I would love some help with the things I can't physically do by myself.

    Working hours are to be agreed upon before arrival, by the both of us. Also think about what you would like me to offer you, besides staying at my house. Clarity about that is nice.
    Therefore, a video call would be a requirement before I agree upon your stay.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Dutch: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate
    French: Intermediate
    Japanese: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    I would be happy to share my English for Japanese, Spanish or French.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    My appartment is small, two bedroom-one bathroom. I have a folding bed in my spare room for you. The room is where I draw and do my art, my creative workspace. There is also a workdesk in there and printer you can use. We would be using the same spaces in the appartment. Workawayers travelling with their campers also very welcome. Good Wifi available. The kitchen is there for you to cook your meals,I have a big fridge and also a freezer. The livingroom you can hang out in, in summertime the terrace has a hammock and table and two chairs. The one bathroom with shower is shared offcourse. Washer and dryer also at your disposal. If you travel by car, plenty of parking space on the street near the appartment.
    Ah, before I forget. No drinking or other substances here. Plenty of tea and coffee. Smokers will be asked to go out for a walk with Boeddha :)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    I work from home and it's easy to make myself available if needed.
    If you want to explore further, like the beautiful Flemish Fields, a bike would come in handy.
    Bike rental at the trainstation available with electrical support system by Li.me, check their app.


    Kortrijk is a small city with lot's of of historic architecture. Very nice to walk through, explore by bike, and even by boat. Art and design are also a thing here.
    There is a climbing facility nearby.
    The public pool Lago Weide has a sauna and hamam.
    A big Expo complex that hosts big events like the design fair of Europe: "Interieur".
    Lots of nice places to go to that I can show you once I know your interests.

    Ghent is 30minutes away. So is Lille, in France. I live 15min from the border :)
    Brussels is an hour away. So is Antwerp. So is Bruges...
    Belguim is small, everything is easy accessable. :)

  • 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

    You can work in your own bedroom that has a workdesk and normally serves as my workplace. You can also work on the patio when the sun is out. Wifi is good here.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    There is no parking right in front of my house but a full row of parkingspaces at 100meter close. In open air. No garage.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    I love pets, my dog loves other dogs. Ask and we can discuss this further.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Laser

    Laser (13 years)

    Laser is a gorgeous sweet pitbull that is currently staying here as a foster. He is the dog of my ex that is too ill to take good care for him at the moment, so all help with the walks is welcome! Where he goes his Teddy has to go too...

    Profile photo of Boeddha

    Boeddha (13 years)

    Always happy to meet new people! Still running as if I had 4 legs! Since februari Im walking with 3, like a champ!

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A cobblestone street with white buildings, red roofs, and a gothic church in the background. A fluffy black dog sits in the foreground, tongue out.
A group of people sits in an art gallery, surrounded by large plant sculptures, rustic decor, and a black-and-white portrait on the wall behind them.
Modern white houses with yellow balconies reflect in a calm pond, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. Ducks swim peacefully on the water’s surface.
A stately white mansion stands at the end of a gravel pathway, flanked by manicured hedges, tall conical shrubs, and empty flagpoles under a clear sky.
Two Lime electric bikes are parked on a city sidewalk. In the background, a woman and a child ride bicycles past residential buildings on a sunny day.
This image shows a grand Gothic-style cathedral entrance with a pointed arch, ornate stone carvings, statues, and two large wooden doors under bright daylight.
A cozy living room with a pink sectional sofa, colorful pillows, a white table, indoor plants, large windows, a mirror, and a relaxing cat.
Two dogs relax indoors on a beige carpet. One chews on a giant teddy bear, while the other lies nearby with a chew toy. Sunlight streams in.
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Two medieval stone towers stand beside a bridge over a calm river, reflecting beautifully in the water below, with a crane and blue sky above.
A bright living space with a beige carpet and sliding glass doors opens to a balcony. Outdoor chairs, potted plants, and greenery create a peaceful scene.
Two white chairs and a pink round table with a mug sit on a balcony overlooking lush green trees, bushes, and a blue sky. Peaceful morning.
The image depicts a young girl with curly hair sitting at a white table, eating cereal, accompanied by a dog standing on its hind legs beside her.
The image shows a woman with short, curly hair posing for a selfie with a medium-sized black dog with its tongue out.
A young girl with long hair and a black dog are standing on a path, playing with a branch of leaves. The dog is standing on its hind legs.
The image features a small, dark-colored dog with curly fur, lying on the floor, accompanied by a large bone in the background, set against a white wall.

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