Biologisch fruitbedrijf

Noord-Brabant
Biologisch fruitbedrijf
Biologisch fruitbedrijf Biologisch fruitbedrijf
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Hello Wwoofers, we are Marc and Jacoba and we have a small organic orchard in North Brabant. We grow organic apples, pears, and plums. We feel a great responsibility and passion to take the best possible care of our little piece of land. That's why we cultivate very extensively and leave plenty of space for nature. All sorts of creatures grow and flourish here. We live on a farm with our two children and two cats. In August, September, and October, we mainly work on harvesting and sorting the harvest. The help of wwoofers is very welcome. We're happy to talk about organic fruit growing and are happy to answer your questions. So you can learn all about organic fruit growing. We hope to work with you in a friendly, social atmosphere and to care for our land together with love and respect. We usually eat dinner together, though not always at the same time because of our children's sports activities. You're welcome to join us, but if you prefer to eat quietly on your own, that's perfectly fine. Lunch is shared with the people working in the fields. Because our family gets quite busy in the mornings, breakfast is served individually. Everything is subject to consultation – if you prefer a different arrangement, we can discuss it. We have several large, comfortable tents available for accommodation. They are furnished with real beds, tables, and chairs. Electricity and lighting are included. We will accommodatie a communal ’livingroom’ with Wi-Fi and if necessary heating, access to a refrigerator and a small kitchenette. If you prefer to stay in your own camping gear, that's also possible – there's plenty of space. We love singing, cooking, and hiking, and enjoy exploring the mountains during our holidays. Our neighborhood offers excellent cycling and hiking opportunities. The pond on our property is perfect for a refreshing dip, but if you're serious about swimming, there are several lakes and swimming pools in the area. The village (with restaurants, supermarkets, etc.) is 1 km away, and larger towns (with a theater and cinema) are about 10 km away. Public bus service is available. We enjoy having people on site. We regularly organize work weekends with friends and acquaintances who come camping. It's a great way to work together, followed by food and company around the campfire. We look forward to meeting you! Hallo Wwoofers, wij zijn Marc en Jacoba en hebben een kleine biologische boomgaard in Noord-Brabant. We telen biologische appels, peren en pruimen. Wij voelen een grote verantwoordelijkheid en passie om zo goed voor ons stukje aarde te zorgen als we kunnen. Daarom telen wij zeer extensief en laten we veel ruimte aan de natuur. Bij ons groeit en bloeit kruipt, vliegt en graaft van alles. We wonen in een boerderij, samen met onze twee kinderen en onze twee katten. In augustus, september en oktober zijn we voornamelijk bezig met de oogst en het sorteren van deze oogst. Daarbij is de hulp van wwoofers zeer welkom. We vertellen graag over de biologische fruitteelt en zijn blij om je vragen hierover te beantwoorden. Je zult dus van alles kunnen leren over de biologische fruitteelt. Wij hopen in een sociale vriendelijke sfeer met je te werken en samen met liefde en respect voor ons land te zorgen. We eten meestal samen 's avonds, niet altijd op dezelfde tijd vanwege de sportactiviteiten van onze kinderen. Je bent van harte welkom om aan te sluiten maar eet je liever rustig in je eentje dan is dat helemaal prima. Lunch is samen met de mensen die aan het werk zijn op het land. Omdat het 's ochtends nogal druk is in ons gezin is het ontbijt individueel. Alles in overleg - wil jij het liever anders, dan kunnen we het daar over hebben. Als accommodatie hebben we meerdere grote comfortabele tenten beschikbaar. Ingericht met echte bedden, tafels en stoelen. Electriciteit en verlichting. Ook is er een gemeenschappelijke (soort van) woonkamer met WIFI, koelkast en kookgelegenheid. Als je liever in je eigen kampeermiddel verblijft, dan kan dat natuurlijk ook - er is ruimte genoeg. Wij houden van zingen, koken en wandelen en trekken in de vakantie graag de bergen in. In onze buurt kun je leuk fietsen en wandelen. De poel op ons eigen terrein is heel geschikt voor een frisse duik, maar wil je echt zwemmen, dan zijn er diverse zwemplassen en zwembaden in de omgeving. Het dorp (met horeca, supermarkten etc.) zit op 1 km afstand, grotere plaatsen (met theater en bioscoop) op ongeveer 10 km. Er is openbaar busvervoer. We vinden het gezellig om mensen op het terrein te hebben. We organiseren regelmatig werkweekendjes, met vrienden en kennissen die komen kamperen. Lekker samen werken en daarna eten en gezelligheid bij het kampvuur. We kijken ernaar uit je te ontmoeten!
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Learning opportunities
Fruit or nut farming
Raising of other farm animals
Beer, cider, wine, or juice making
Methods or systems
Biological pest control
Host type
Production farm
Certified organic
6 Hectares | 14.8 Acres
WWOOF-Verified
Accommodation
4+ WWOOFers
Campsite
Children accepted
Pets accepted
Meals
Vegetarian
Length of stay
1-2 weeks
3-4 weeks
Over a month
Marc
Marc
Member since 2024
Languages spoken: Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish
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Noord-Brabant
Treinstation Eindhoven, Den Bosch; Luchthaven Eindhoven
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Nadia
Nadia
Netherlands • August 2026
It was my first WWOOF experience, staying with Marc and Jacoba. I was able to come on very short notice and was warmly welcomed. I immediately felt comfortable and at home. I also absolutely loved the children. I was really included in family life, got to eat lots of great food haha, and whenever I needed some time and space for myself, that was never a problem. I also learned a lot of new things and gained experience with different kinds of work. I’m really happy I decided to do it!
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Sebastien
Sebastien
France • August 2026
It was two weeks of pure happiness—they saved my vacation! A lovely, very patient family. I am infinitely grateful to them! They planned a variety of activities for me and gave me a real taste of Dutch life! You should definitely go! Thanks again to Marc, Jacoba, and their child! If I get the chance to visit the Netherlands, I’ll drop by to say hello!
Marc
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Thank you Seb.
Hassan
Hassan
Netherlands • October 2025
Review voor host: Marc & Jacoba – Hoeve de Heivelden Van: Hassan & Narcis Onze ervaring bij Marc en Jacoba op Hoeve de Heivelden was geweldig. We voelden ons meteen thuis en hebben genoten van de fijne sfeer op de boerderij. We aten vaak samen en Jacoba kookte heerlijke Nederlandse biologische maaltijden — echt met liefde bereid. Het was heel interessant om te werken op een biologisch fruitbedrijf met appels, peren en pruimen. We kregen veel informatie over biologische fruitteelt en konden verschillende, afwisselende taken doen. Het contact met Marc, Jacoba en hun familie was warm en goed, en de verzorging was perfect. We werden netjes opgehaald bij aankomst en voelden ons meteen welkom. Ook hebben we heerlijke appelcider en appelsap geproefd — een echte specialiteit! Een van de hoogtepunten was de vrijwilligersdag, waar we samen met meer dan twintig vrijwilligers hebben gekookt en gegeten. Een dag vol gezelligheid en mooie ontmoetingen. Dank jullie wel voor de gastvrijheid, de warmte en alle kennis die jullie met ons hebben gedeeld. 🌿 — Hassan & Narcis ��
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BAYRAM ALİ
BAYRAM ALİ
Türkiye • September 2025
Our Wwoof Netherlands experience was wonderful. My wife and daughter and I had the chance to experience life in the Netherlands and farm life. The farm family was incredibly loving, sensitive, and informative. We shared cultural experiences. As Turkish and Dutch people, we bonded very well. Thank you for everything.
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J
Germany • July 2025
This was my first time wwoofing and I’ll never forget how I showed up so spontaneously and Marc welcomed me with such friendliness and so warmly. I am very happy that I spend almost two weeks with Marc his family and everybody else who was staying at the farm. It felt like a big family. The atmosphere was full of energy, positivity and appreciation. The Orchard is a very beautiful and calming place with lovely sundowns. However I also learned a lot about apples but also about organic farming and a bit of Dutch. I stayed in a tent and did different types of work. Mostly pruning and removing disease from the apple trees, but we also planted new trees, cut willows and controlled the water system. Thank you for everything: the bonfires, the dinners, and so much more. It was a lovely experience and I would do it again.
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Akira
Akira
Japan • July 2025
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for welcoming me like family, even though it was only for 10 days! I’ll never forget the daily farm work, cozy family dinners, after-work tea times, hot coffee, and sipping apple beer by the campfire. I also really appreciate all the useful advice you shared for my dream of starting my own agritech company in Japan.You’ve given me not only knowledge, but also a lot of inspiration. Hope to see you again someday—maybe in Japan or back here at the farm! Warm wishes, Akira To future WWOOFers considering Mark’s farm: I highly recommend this place—it’s a great environment for learning, working, and feeling truly welcomed. Below is some info from my stay that might help you plan: 🏡 Accommodation: Caravan 🛒 Nearest supermarket: ALDI (10 minutes by bike) 🕒 Working hours: About 6 hours a day (more or less) 🌿 Tasks I did: Pruning, fixing irrigation systems, cutting off diseased parts of apple trees, washing harvest crates 🚴‍♂️ Other info: • Bike available • Hot shower • Laundry possible • Wi-Fi available • Delicious homemade meals every day! Enjoy your stay—it’ll be a memorable one!
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