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We are a small international and multigenerational family living in Belgium, between Ghent and Lille (in France). Our home is a 1 hour drive away from Brussels, a 2 hours drive from Paris and a 3 hours drive from Amsterdam.
We have a beautiful, large garden and several pets (2 dogs and cats).
We speak English, Dutch, French and Brazilian Portuguese fluently, and we understand some Italian, Spanish and German.
We are working towards building a beautiful place suitable for meditation, yoga practice and growing food in a sustainable way with respect for nature. We would be happy to host guests with a common interest in yoga, meditation, self sufficiency and permaculture to offer a helping hand.
Our ideal guest is a nature and animal lover whom is spiritually inclined, is happy eating vegetarian food, and has some experience with do it yourself projects and working in the garden. Someone with knowledge and experience in self sufficiency would be a great asset.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Location: We offer a beautiful setting with lots of green for those who wish to stay in a central location in Belgium.
We are an internationally oriented family, with origins in both parts of Belgium (Flemish and French), as well as Latin America (Brazil). We also love oriental culture having travelled extensively in Asia.
We speak English, French and Flemish (Dutch) on a daily basis.
We are happy to exchange our experiences and knowledge on holistic health, spirituality and natural ways to grow food inspired by permaculture principles amongst others.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help with babysitting, household tasks and cooking healthy vegetarian meals is always welcome.
It would be amazing to have someone who knows how to use ingredients from the garden in the kitchen and also knows about food preservation.
At this moment we would love help with architectural planning for the construction of sacred geometric buildings, especially dome structures and pyramid roof structures. Landscaping skills, especially related to natural water filtering systems would be greatly appreciated!
We are looking to convert an older atelier into a more cozzy place. Over time this place will be completely restored into a high frequency wellness space.
There is also plenty of work in the garden with lots of weeding and seeding involved.
Apart from that, we are looking into the building of a meditation dome and/or sound temple for mantra singing in the garden. So, if someone has experience with this, we would be delighted to host them!
Amongst the more heavy physical jobs to do is the placing of a solid fence and planting of a hedge. This job requires strength and stamina as well as precision and persistence.
If the weather is sufficiently dry, there are several painting jobs to do and there may be some work in creating a lounge, yoga and healing space. This may involve artistic painting.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
We can offer different types of accommodation depending on individual preference and availability.
1) An in-house room is available for those who love comfort more and have less need for privacy.
2) Those who love the outdoors more and like to have full privacy with less need for comfort, are welcome to stay in a tent in the garden with access to indoor facilities.
3) An in between option is a room in the garage/working place, with average comfort.
4) We have space for campervans
What else ...
One of our favourite places at about 30 kms from our home is Kluisbos, a little forest full of love energy.
Our favourite cities around here are Ghent and Brugge as well as Lille in France.
We are about an hour drive away from the sea.
There is extensive opportunity to go for walks and cycle in the neighbourhood.
For those whom love to read and learn, we have quite a few books on yoga, spirituality and gardening.
Our ideal guest is a nature and animal lover whom is spiritually inclined and is happy eating vegetarian food.
Our two friendly dogs run around the house and the garden much of the time, so it is essential that guests are comfortable with dogs.
Non-smokers only please.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have good wifi connection
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
To be discussed. Compatibility with our pets is required
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
4/5 heures par jour max, 5 j/sem.
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We've had plenty of great conversations and mutual rapport.
Bert has much knowledge, a great spirit, many skills, and loves to be active and helpful.
It was a joy to see the smile on cheerful Reinhart every day. :)
Thank you for staying with us and for all your precious help.… read more
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We've had plenty of great conversations and mutual rapport.
Bert has much knowledge, a great spirit, many skills, and loves to be active and helpful.
It was a joy to see the smile on cheerful Reinhart every day. :)
Thank you for staying with us and for all your precious help.… read more
The flexible working hours allowed us to work accordingly to our preferences. Guillaume and… read more
She's been all we could hope for and more. A wonderful human being, ever joyful, cheerful, with a positive attitude.
With a heart of gold, Marta was always looking to be of service. Sensitive and empathic.
In just a short time, she became like a family member. Everyone enjoyed her… read more
