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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
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Hilfe bei Ökoprojekten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
Hausarbeiten
Handwerkliche Arbeiten
UNO-Ziele für nachhaltige Entwicklung, die dieser Gastgeber verfolgt
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
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.
Arbeit
Feeding animals and cleaning stables
Cleaning up the property and fixing fences
Weeding
Small maintenance work
Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Niederländisch: Fließend
Deutsch: Gute Kenntnisse
Spanisch: Gute Kenntnisse
Französisch: Gute Kenntnisse
Unterkunft
a farm and you'll have a small 2 room lodge with bathroom and toilet where you stay possibly with another helper.
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
In and around the house we have full Highspeed wifi available.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
mehr als zwei
Arbeitszeiten
5 hours a day, 5 days a week but the weekends free!
Gastgeber Ref-Nr.: 782942798975
Feedback (52)
22 Sept. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Viktoria) für Host
I stayed with Anke, Marleen, Ben and all the animals in July for 1,5 weeks and I am extremely grateful for this Workaway experience (and it was also my first one!). They explained the tasks very well and were very conscious about it, they cooked delicious vegan dinners and were always happy to chat or if you wanted to be on your own and embrace… read more
16 Aug. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Roberto) für Host
What an amazing experience!
It was my first time as a workawayer and I felt like I found a new home since the first day. I really enjoyed working on the farm with the animals around. The place was so beautiful and peaceful, and I really loved the animals, especially the horses and donkeys.
Anke and Marleen are amazing hosts, they always explain… read more
It was my first time as a workawayer and I felt like I found a new home since the first day. I really enjoyed working on the farm with the animals around. The place was so beautiful and peaceful, and I really loved the animals, especially the horses and donkeys.
Anke and Marleen are amazing hosts, they always explain… read more
19 Juli 2022
Vom Workawayer (Harper) für Host
Anke and Marleen are awesome hosts. They are extremely patient and understanding. When it comes to doing work around their property they are very flexible and encouraging; it was clear they wanted me to enjoy my time with them. The main work I did during my two weeks with them was build fences. It was hard work but made me feel strong in ways I… read more
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22 Sept. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Viktoria) für Host
I stayed with Anke, Marleen, Ben and all the animals in July for 1,5 weeks and I am extremely grateful for this Workaway experience (and it was also my first one!). They explained the tasks very well and were very conscious about it, they cooked delicious vegan dinners and were always happy to chat or if you wanted to be on your own and embrace… read more
16 Aug. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Roberto) für Host
What an amazing experience!
It was my first time as a workawayer and I felt like I found a new home since the first day. I really enjoyed working on the farm with the animals around. The place was so beautiful and peaceful, and I really loved the animals, especially the horses and donkeys.
Anke and Marleen are amazing hosts, they always explain… read more
It was my first time as a workawayer and I felt like I found a new home since the first day. I really enjoyed working on the farm with the animals around. The place was so beautiful and peaceful, and I really loved the animals, especially the horses and donkeys.
Anke and Marleen are amazing hosts, they always explain… read more
19 Juli 2022
Vom Workawayer (Harper) für Host
Anke and Marleen are awesome hosts. They are extremely patient and understanding. When it comes to doing work around their property they are very flexible and encouraging; it was clear they wanted me to enjoy my time with them. The main work I did during my two weeks with them was build fences. It was hard work but made me feel strong in ways I… read more
12 Juli 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Omaima)
Omaima and Pearl stayed with us for a couple of weeks, they are kind, fun and good working people. They were up for any task, even if they hadn't done it before. They cooked for us a couple of times and it was delicous every single time.
Girls, you're welcome back any time you're in the neighbourhood, and we wish you all the best!
I hope you found… read more
Girls, you're welcome back any time you're in the neighbourhood, and we wish you all the best!
I hope you found… read more
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11 Juli 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Pearl)
Pearl and Omaima stayed with us for a couple of weeks, they are kind, fun and good working people. They were up for any task, even if they hadn't done it before. They cooked for us a couple of times and it was delicous every single time.
Girls, you're welcome back any time you're in the neighbourhood, and we wish you all the best!
I hope you… read more
Girls, you're welcome back any time you're in the neighbourhood, and we wish you all the best!
I hope you… read more
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11 Juli 2022
Vom Workawayer (Pearl) für Host
What a great experience!
I loved the place and the work in all aspects of it. We had the opportunity to work in different projects everyday and learned a lot. Anke and Marleen are amazing hosts, very good at explaining the tasks and making you feel like you’re at home. Their animals are beautiful and they really take care of them with love.… read more
I loved the place and the work in all aspects of it. We had the opportunity to work in different projects everyday and learned a lot. Anke and Marleen are amazing hosts, very good at explaining the tasks and making you feel like you’re at home. Their animals are beautiful and they really take care of them with love.… read more
26 Mai 2022
Vom Host für 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
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
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24 Mai 2022
Vom Workawayer (Franzisca) für 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
7 Apr. 2022
Vom Host für 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
If you're looking for great company and a great volunteer, don't hesitate to contact Tatta! You won't… read more
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19 März 2022
Vom Host für 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
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
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17 März 2022
Vom Workawayer (Felipe) für 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
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
7 Feb. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Emma) für 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
20 Jan. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Maha) für 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. :)
It was a pleasure to stay there for me. :)
11 Jan. 2022
Vom Host für 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
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
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17 Dez. 2021
Vom Workawayer (Adrian) für 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
7 Dez. 2021
Vom Host für 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
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
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26 Nov. 2021
Vom Workawayer (Paolo) für 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
31 Okt. 2021
Vom Host für 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
They cooked a few vegan meals and kept us busy with nice conversations .
I would definitely recommend them.
Always welcome guys and thanks
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23 Okt. 2021
Vom Host für 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
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
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23 Okt. 2021
Vom Workawayer (Leonie) für 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
17 Aug. 2019
Vom Host für 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
He's always welcom here and we will miss him a lot.
Thanks and have a great life
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6 Juni 2019
Vom Workawayer (Sabrina) für 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
31 Mai 2019
Vom Host für 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.
I loved our talks and was happy to know you.
Hope we see you again.
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31 Mai 2019
Vom Workawayer (Gastón) für 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.
They love their animals and they transmit it to you. Regards to all of them.
I would definitely go back.
30 Mai 2019
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you for everything
Always welcome at our home.
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28 Apr. 2019
Vom Host für 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.
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.
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28 Apr. 2019
Vom Host für 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
thank you and good luck with your travels
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30 März 2019
Vom Host für 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
The dogs give you a cuddle
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21 März 2019
Vom Workawayer (Javier & Ana) für 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
16 März 2019
Vom Host für 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
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20 Okt. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Federico & Luz) für 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
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
11 Okt. 2018
Vom Host für 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
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
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9 Sept. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Robert & Vendula) für 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
13 Sept. 2018
Vom Host für 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.
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31 Aug. 2018
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you for being you.
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22 Aug. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Emma) für 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
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
31 Aug. 2018
Vom Host für 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.
Still miss you.
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22 Aug. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Rima) für 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
10 Juli 2018
Vom Host für 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
Thank you for helping us and good luck with the travelling
always welcome
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9 Juli 2018
Vom Workawayer (Greine & Paz) für 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
Work wasn't very heavy, and changed throughout the days.
About Marleen we can only say good things,… read more
6 Juni 2018
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you very much and hopefully we'll meet again one day. Enjoy your trip to Canada.
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18 Mai 2018
Vom Workawayer (Carolina) für 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 :)
12 Mai 2018
Vom Host für 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.
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16 Apr. 2018
Vom Host für 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.
We enjoyed having them around and the dogs were crazy about them.
Thank you guys and always welcome.
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16 Apr. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Kelly & Travis) für 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
30 März 2018
Vom Host für 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.
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27 Okt. 2017
Vom Host für 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
They felt like a part of the family and will be missed.
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8 Okt. 2017
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you for your help and good luck with your travelling.
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7 Okt. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Javier) für 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
9 Sept. 2017
Vom Host für 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
Good luck
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29 Aug. 2017
Vom Host für 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.
Raquel good luck with your jumping competition and to both of you good luck with your studying and boyfriends.
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29 Aug. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Paula & Raquel ) für 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
Also Anke and Ben were so kind to us, recommending places to go and also visiting the Paalse Plas, where we had… read more
4 Aug. 2017
Vom Host für 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
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4 Aug. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Rafael) für 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
29 Juli 2017
Vom Workawayer (Elizabeth & Chloe) für 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
28 Juni 2017
Vom Host für 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.
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.
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29 Juni 2017
Vom Workawayer (Workaway member) für 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
24 Juni 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Workaway member)
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.
Good luck with you travels and thank you.
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9 Juni 2017
Vom Workawayer (Marta & Eloy ) für 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:
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:
29 Mai 2017
Vom Host für 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
They work good and quickly and loved our animals… read more
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4 Mai 2017
Vom Workawayer (Bruno & Aline) für 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
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
3 Mai 2017
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you for your help and good luck with your travelling.
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17 Nov. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Ivana) für 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
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
24 März 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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12 Okt. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Joao) für 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! :)
9 Okt. 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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9 Okt. 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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.
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28 Aug. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Keely) für 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!
This was my first workaway experience and I would like to thank Marleen and her family for making at a very enjoyable one!
28 Aug. 2016
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you Keely and if you're ever in the neighbourhood you know how to find us.
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28 Aug. 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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27 Aug. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Cecilia) für 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
5 Aug. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Dylan)
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1 Aug. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Michelle) für 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
30 Juli 2016
Vom Host für 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.
Thanks for your help and you're always welcome.
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27 Juli 2016
Vom Workawayer (Jorge) für 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
13 Juli 2016
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you for your help and good luck with your travels.
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4 Juli 2016
Vom Host für 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
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4 Juli 2016
Vom Workawayer (Jia Lee & Wen Hao) für 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
Not to forget what a great cook both Marleen and Laura is! *lekker~~!*The… read more
26 Mai 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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.
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1 Mai 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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12 Apr. 2016
Vom Host für 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.
Thanks and enjoy your travelling.
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12 Apr. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Jack & Peta) für 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
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
6 März 2016
Vom Workawayer (Rebecca & Samantha) für 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
5 März 2016
Vom Host für 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.
Thanks for everything and you will be missed.
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20 Feb. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Becky) für 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
20 Feb. 2016
Vom Host für 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.
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16 Okt. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Georgia) für 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
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
30 Juli 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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12 Sept. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Gabriele) für 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
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
9 Sept. 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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.
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9 Sept. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Sara) für 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
8 Sept. 2015
Vom Host für 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.
Thank you very much Sara and see you soon.
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3 Aug. 2015
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ángel)
Anmerkung: Der Workawayer hat den Aufenthalt gecancelt oder ist kurzfristig nicht erschienen.
(Kam nicht ("no show"))
30 Juli 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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4 Juli 2015
Vom Workawayer (Alejandro) für 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 :)
I have a really goog time with the family and Alexandre (another helper), thanks for everything :)
3 Juli 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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4 Juli 2015
Vom Workawayer (Alexandre) für 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.
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.
3 Juli 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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23 Juni 2015
Vom Workawayer (Lok Yin ) für 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.
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.
20 Juni 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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18 Juni 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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18 Juni 2015
Vom Workawayer (Rodrigo) für 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
16 Juni 2015
Vom Host für 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.
Hope we'll meet again one day.
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16 Juni 2015
Vom Workawayer (Addison) für 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 ;)
The entire family is incredibly welcoming, and are excited to put you on a horse.
10/10 ;)
25 Apr. 2015
Vom Workawayer (ORIOL) für 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!
16 Apr. 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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8 Apr. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Francisco Javier) für 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
7 Apr. 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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28 März 2015
Vom Workawayer (Brandon) für 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.
25 März 2015
Vom Host für Workawayer (Brandon)
Anmerkung: Der Workawayer hat den Aufenthalt gecancelt oder ist kurzfristig nicht erschienen.
(Kam nicht ("no show"))
25 März 2015
Vom Workawayer (Léo & Aurore) für 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!
Thanks again for these two weeks!
18 März 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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8 März 2015
Vom Host für 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.
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15 Feb. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Clauver ) für 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
10 Feb. 2015
Vom Host für 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. :)
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23 Okt. 2014
Vom Workawayer (Salih) für 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
Defintely 10/10 I would recommend this experience for… read more
22 Okt. 2014
Vom Host für 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.
Thanks for everything and good luck with all your plans.
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19 Apr. 2014
Vom Host für 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.
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14 Apr. 2014
Vom Host für Workawayer (Crystal )
Crystal is a very nice, hardworking young lady. It felt like she was a part of the family. I certainly recommend her.
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16 März 2014
Vom Host für 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.
He returned to Canada earlier then we agreed.
Too bad.
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24 Feb. 2014
Vom Host für Workawayer (Rudi)
very nice guy and a great helper
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