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We are looking for an enthusiastic host couple (2 people) to stay at Camping Zomersbuiten in Oude Pekela, East Groningen, from March 1 to Nov 1 (min. 1 week). In exchange for a free camping pitch incl. electricity, Wi-Fi & showers, you help about 4 hrs/day (relaxed pace): clean the toilet block (2x/day), clean B&B rooms, start/maintain the veggie garden, feed animals (sometimes with kids), cover reception and do small maintenance.
32 hours of help per week
Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
2 days off per week
Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate Dutch
Over 21 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
European Union Passport
United States visa or citizenship
Travel insurance
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Join us at Camping Zomersbuiten in Oude Pekela, East Groningen (NL) as a host couple (2 people). In exchange for a free camping pitch (with your own camper/caravan/tent) including electricity, Wi-Fi and showers, you’ll help with the daily rhythm of our friendly, relaxed campsite for about 4 hours per day (easy pace, tasks arranged together).
Typical help includes:
Cleaning the toilet/shower building twice a day
Cleaning our B&B rooms
Creating and maintaining a vegetable garden
Feeding and caring for our animals (sometimes together with kids, supervised)
Occasionally helping at the reception
Small maintenance and light practical jobs
You’ll have plenty of free time to enjoy the area, and we’re open to your own ideas and initiatives in consultation. Availability: March 1 – November 1 (minimum stay 1 week).
Activities & Shifts
Time commitment
Around 4 hours per day per couple, at a relaxed pace
Tasks and exact timing are flexible and agreed together
Daily activities
Toilet/shower block cleaning: 2 times per day (morning + late afternoon/evening)
B&B room cleaning: as needed (typically late morning/early afternoon after check-out)
Animal care: feeding and basic care once or twice daily (can be done with kids supervised)
Vegetable garden: planting, watering, weeding, and general upkeep (a few times per week)
Reception support: occasionally covering reception (check-ins/guest questions)
Light maintenance: small practical jobs around the campsite
Example shift flow (flexible)
Morning (1–2 hrs): toilet block + animals
Late morning/early afternoon (1–2 hrs): B&B rooms / reception cover
Late afternoon (1 hr): second toilet block round + quick check around the site
Garden and small maintenance fit in between or on quieter days
Days off
We aim for a good balance of help and free time; rest days and workload are discussed depending on occupancy and your stay length.
To keep Camping Zomersbuiten safe, clean and relaxed for everyone, we ask host couples to follow these guidelines:
General
Be friendly and respectful to guests, neighbors and staff.
Keep shared areas tidy and report any issues or damage promptly.
Smoking only in designated areas (if applicable); never inside facilities or B&B rooms.
Work & reliability
Agree on daily tasks and timing together and stick to appointments.
If you’re ill or delayed, inform us as soon as possible so we can adjust.
Work at a steady, safe pace—quality and consistency matter more than speed.
Cleaning & hygiene
Toilet/shower building must be cleaned twice daily (minimum) and checked for supplies.
Use cleaning products safely and follow our hygiene checklist/instructions.
B&B rooms must be cleaned to our standard after check-out (linens, bathroom, floor, trash).
Reception & guest contact
Keep guest information private and follow our check-in/out procedures.
If a situation feels uncomfortable or unclear, contact the owner/manager first.
Animals & children
Animals are fed only with approved food and routines.
Children may help only with supervision and where it’s safe.
Safety
No risky DIY or electrical/gas work. Report maintenance needs instead.
Use equipment properly; wear gloves/closed shoes when needed.
Know where the first-aid kit and emergency numbers are.
Accommodation
Stay with your own camping equipment (camper/caravan/tent).
Keep your pitch clean and follow quiet hours/campsite etiquette (if applicable).
