A lovely home which proved a perfect place to experience rural life in the Netherlands, and also a great base for visiting interesting cities. Public...
Read More...Lia
Netherlands
Oct 14, 2023 - Oct 17, 2023
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 27/Sep/2024
Wij zijn een gezin van 5 personen.
Teus, Nel, onze dochters Nynke en Kyra en onze zoon Ids. Onze oudste dochter
woont niet meer thuis, Kyra en Ids zijn 24 en 21 en gaan ook niet altijd meer mee
Wij vinden het leuk om the wandelen, winkelen, tuinieren en heerlijk relaxen in onze tuin met een boek.
Additional languages spoken
German, English
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
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University Professors,
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Homemakers,
Caregivers,
Medical & Healthcare Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Construction
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Nurse/Teacher
Our pets
3 katten, 3 chickens
Lia
Netherlands
Judith
United Kingdom
A lovely home which proved a perfect place to experience rural life in the Netherlands, and also a great base for visiting interesting cities. Public...
Read More...A lovely home which proved a perfect place to experience rural life in the Netherlands, and also a great base for visiting interesting cities. Public transport links were easy to access and we used bicycle and the train to visit cities nearby. The cycle ferries across the local rivers are a fun way to get around. Local towns had great hospitality - and we enjoyed our visits to the excellent local bakers. Thank-you to the whole family for making us feel so welcome.
Read Less...Mairi
United Kingdom
The hosts were very warm and welcoming. The house itself is full of character and is in a great location and we enjoyed taking care of the cats and ch...
Read More...The hosts were very warm and welcoming. The house itself is full of character and is in a great location and we enjoyed taking care of the cats and chickens. All the big tourist attractions are about an hour away or less but there is lots to do in the local area.
Read Less...Lynn & Stewart
United Kingdom
We loved the location, quiet apart from the regular barrages travelling up and down the river, which were fascinating. Cats and chickens the high ligh...
Read More...We loved the location, quiet apart from the regular barrages travelling up and down the river, which were fascinating. Cats and chickens the high light of the trip. Lovely quiet area really enjoyed our visit.
Read Less...Eef
Belgium
We hadden opnieuw een leuke vakantie in jullie gezellige huis. Deze keer wat meer tijd om dingen te doen en te bezichtigen. We hebben genoten van fiet...
Read More...We hadden opnieuw een leuke vakantie in jullie gezellige huis. Deze keer wat meer tijd om dingen te doen en te bezichtigen. We hebben genoten van fietstochtjes langs de Waal en in het dorp, fietsen naar Leerdam, bezoek aan Zaltbommel, slot Loevestein,... Echt een mooie streek om te ontdekken. Bedankt nog voor de fijne welkomstattenties en de goede zorgen voor ons huis!
Read Less...Eef
Belgium
This region was a great discovery for us. This very cosy house is located at the border of the Waal, from where we could immediately start biking on t...
Read More...This region was a great discovery for us. This very cosy house is located at the border of the Waal, from where we could immediately start biking on the cycling network, which passes along many beautiful houses. Super to see many storks on their nests. We spent some time in Zaltbommel, and made many stops allong the Waal, so the children could play on the beaches. Thanks for the welcoming us so kindly in your house. The children were really fond of the cats, and of the 'treehouse' bed. We would love to come back another time, and explore the region some more. All the best, Eef, Bas, Tibe, Mette and Noor
Read Less...Vincent & Maeve
Ireland
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Homesit Offered
Pet Care Needed
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is possible
Jul 19, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 | England, Verenigd Koninkrijk | Wales, Verenigd Koninkrijk | Scotland, Verenigd Koninkrijk |
Open to all dates | Wales | Cotswolds, Verenigd Koninkrijk | Ierland |
Open to all dates | Open to all destinations |
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
We have an exchange for summer 2024, open for offers in 2025 aril/may and summer (july/august). We like to exchange with a family who has room for a minimum of 4.
We have a lovely house with sight on the river the Waal, we live in a small village called Herwijnen. .
There are 4 bedrooms ( 1 bed 180x200, 2 beds 140 x 200, one bed 90 x 200) one bathroom, livingroom with acces to terrace. Woodstove in kitchen and livingroom. There is a garden arround the house
So you can always enjoy the sun.
We have 2 cats, called and a young cat no name little one, .They are really adorable and love to cuddle. We have also 5 chicken so you have fresh eggs each day. We also have 2 wood stoves, which is nice for when it's cold.
We have an exchange for the summer of 2024, look at our preferences.
Type
House - 2 or more floors/ Main Residence
Amenities
Entertainment
Extras
Setting
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
Een mooi vrijstaand huis, uitkijkend over de rivier de Waal. Het huis is omgeven door een tuin. Terras aan de achterzijde en aan de zijkant van het huis. Vriendelijke buren. Herwijnen ligt in de fruitstreek van Nederland (Betuwe). Amsterdam 1 uur, Utrecht, 1/2 uur, Rotterdam, Den Haag ong. 45 min. Andere kleine steden in de buurt Den Bosch, Gorinchem, Leerdam, Zaltbommel. Veel bezienswaardigheden o.a. glasmuseum, Fort Asperen, Geofort, kanoën op de Linge, Slot Loevestein. allemaal makkelijk te bereiken met de fiets. Achter ons huis
loopt een wandelpad. (Engelenburgerpad, start en finish bij de bakker) .
A beautiful detached house, overlooking the River Waal. The house is surrounded by a garden. Terrace at the back and side of the house. Friendly neighbours. Herwijnen is located in the fruit region of the Netherlands (Betuwe). Amsterdam 1 hour, Utrecht, 1/2 hour, Rotterdam, The Hague approx. 45 min. Other small towns are: Den Bosch, Gorinchem, Leerdam, Zaltbommel. Many attractions including glass museum, Fort Asperen, Geofort, canoeing on the Linge, Castle Loevestein. all easy to reach by bike.
Behind our house is a hiking track (Engelenburgerpad, start and finish at the local bakery)
Outdoor Activities
Leisure
Cultural Activities
Transport Nearby
Neighbourhood Services
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
In ons dorp is een warme bakker, supermarkt, slijterij, drogist en een aantal kleinere winkels. Leerdam, Gorinchem, Zaltbommel zijn kleine stadjes in de buurt. Deze zijn heel makkelijk te bereiken met de fiets.
In our village you can find a bakery, supermarket, liquor store, pharmacy, some other little shops. Alittle market each tuesday The historical cities Leerdam, Gorinchem, Zaltbommel are easy reachable by bike. A bicycle netwerkpoint is nearby so you can easily make and organize your own trip.
Our favourite restaurants
Cafés & bars
Special places to shop
Leisure and cultural activities
Walks or jogging paths
Health or fitness clubs
Interesting day trips
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Please check our exchange preferences below
Conditions
Use of Personal Car
Home Exchange Type
Became a member in: 2000
Renewal Date: 27/Sep/2024
Wij zijn een gezin van 5 personen.
Teus, Nel, onze dochters Nynke en Kyra en onze zoon Ids. Onze oudste dochter
woont niet meer thuis, Kyra en Ids zijn 24 en 21 en gaan ook niet altijd meer mee
Wij vinden het leuk om the wandelen, winkelen, tuinieren en heerlijk relaxen in onze tuin met een boek.
Additional languages spoken
German, English
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Cycling / Mountain Biking,
Hiking,
The Arts,
Music Lovers
MoreLessAffiliations
University Professors,
Teachers / Education Professionals,
Retirees,
Homemakers,
Caregivers,
Medical & Healthcare Professionals,
Artists / Entertainment Industry,
Construction
MoreLessProfession
Nurse/Teacher
Our pets
3 katten, 3 chickens
Lia
Netherlands
Judith
United Kingdom
A lovely home which proved a perfect place to experience rural life in the Netherlands, and also a great base for visiting interesting cities. Public...
Read More...A lovely home which proved a perfect place to experience rural life in the Netherlands, and also a great base for visiting interesting cities. Public transport links were easy to access and we used bicycle and the train to visit cities nearby. The cycle ferries across the local rivers are a fun way to get around. Local towns had great hospitality - and we enjoyed our visits to the excellent local bakers. Thank-you to the whole family for making us feel so welcome.
Read Less...Mairi
United Kingdom
The hosts were very warm and welcoming. The house itself is full of character and is in a great location and we enjoyed taking care of the cats and ch...
Read More...The hosts were very warm and welcoming. The house itself is full of character and is in a great location and we enjoyed taking care of the cats and chickens. All the big tourist attractions are about an hour away or less but there is lots to do in the local area.
Read Less...Lynn & Stewart
United Kingdom
We loved the location, quiet apart from the regular barrages travelling up and down the river, which were fascinating. Cats and chickens the high ligh...
Read More...We loved the location, quiet apart from the regular barrages travelling up and down the river, which were fascinating. Cats and chickens the high light of the trip. Lovely quiet area really enjoyed our visit.
Read Less...Eef
Belgium
We hadden opnieuw een leuke vakantie in jullie gezellige huis. Deze keer wat meer tijd om dingen te doen en te bezichtigen. We hebben genoten van fiet...
Read More...We hadden opnieuw een leuke vakantie in jullie gezellige huis. Deze keer wat meer tijd om dingen te doen en te bezichtigen. We hebben genoten van fietstochtjes langs de Waal en in het dorp, fietsen naar Leerdam, bezoek aan Zaltbommel, slot Loevestein,... Echt een mooie streek om te ontdekken. Bedankt nog voor de fijne welkomstattenties en de goede zorgen voor ons huis!
Read Less...Eef
Belgium
This region was a great discovery for us. This very cosy house is located at the border of the Waal, from where we could immediately start biking on t...
Read More...This region was a great discovery for us. This very cosy house is located at the border of the Waal, from where we could immediately start biking on the cycling network, which passes along many beautiful houses. Super to see many storks on their nests. We spent some time in Zaltbommel, and made many stops allong the Waal, so the children could play on the beaches. Thanks for the welcoming us so kindly in your house. The children were really fond of the cats, and of the 'treehouse' bed. We would love to come back another time, and explore the region some more. All the best, Eef, Bas, Tibe, Mette and Noor
Read Less...Vincent & Maeve
Ireland
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