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15 May 2024

7x the best farm vacations by the sea

Do you also love a vacation by the sea? Nice with your feet in the sand, face in the sun and walking through the surf. A vacation by the sea with children is actually the best thing there is. Not to mention dragging the kids' swimming gear, scoops, buckets and sunscreen :-).

We have a few farms close to the sea where you are immersed in farm life, but you can also enjoy sun, sea and beach. Best of both worlds! And of course the ideal option for doubters who cannot choose between beach or countryside.

A farm vacation with sun, sea and beach

On our farms by the sea you can enjoy farm life with the beach just a stone's throw away. Sleep in a luxurious, cozy and fully equipped glamping tent. With or without bathroom, you choose. During the day you go out with the farmer, cuddle the animals, the kids build huts in the hay barn and together you playfully learn everything about the farm. Together you enjoy farm life, but you also have all the time for yourself while the kids explore the farmyard.

How fun is it to combine this with building a sandcastle or swimming in the sea to cool off from the hard work on the farm. By dinner time you light the BBQ and for dessert you roast marshmallows by the campfire. After watching the sun set on your own porch, crawl under the wool in the comfortable beds.

In the morning you'll wake up to the mooing cows and get the day off to a great start with a run along the beach. Or...just a walk for the less sporty among us. One thing is for sure: after this you will be ready for another unforgettable day on the farm.

Our 7 favorite farms by the sea

Have we inspired you a little? That's great! We give you 6 tips for great farm holidays by the sea.

FarmCamps Fleur Stables
Are you crazy about horses and a real beach lover? Then FarmCamps Fleur Stables is the ideal place! 50 horses and ponies "live" at this horse boarding house. The boarding house is located less than 10 km from the well-known North Holland seaside resort of Callantsoog. With farmer Jan and farmer Saskia, the kids can spend the whole day with the ponies and take care of the sheep, goats and rabbits. It is even possible to have your own care pony during the holiday! Farmer Jan is a real lifesaver and always comes up with something fun to do with the guests. Read more about this horse boarding house in Oudesluis here.

FarmCamps Mariekerke
On this sheep dairy farm owned by farmer Albert and farmer Annelie, you can stay close to the beautiful beaches of Walcheren, near the famous seaside resort of Domburg. Around 100 sheep are milked on the farm every day. Albert and Annelie then use the sheep's milk to make the most delicious sheep's cheese and yoghurt. Read more about the Mariekerke sheep farm in Zeeland here.

FarmCamps Oranjepolder
On this beautiful, historic farm on Walcheren, farmer Sentine lives with her husband Gavin and their three children. This former Herenboerderij was leased as a Crown Domain of the House of Orange for centuries. As an arable farmer, Sentine grows potatoes here, among other things, which are eventually used to make fries. Yum, who wouldn't want to stay here? This small-scale FarmCamps farm with 8 luxury tents is located close to the Veerse Meer and the beach is also nearby! Read more about this arable farmer on Walcheren here.

FarmCamps Five Star
Farmer Jan and farmer Ella welcome you to their educational farm in Kamperland in Zeeland. On this former farm, Jan and Ella will teach you everything about caring for animals and arable farming. Ponies are a great love of farmer Jan and he will gladly show you how to care for these animals. In addition, there is also a large, cool indoor playground on this farm. The farm is only 5 kilometers from the beach and the Veerse Meer, so it is ideal! Read more about this educational farm in Zeeland here.

FarmCamps De Kamperhoek
Looking for a tough arable farmer with countless tractors, agricultural machinery and a lot of go-karts and cross bikes to race around the yard with? Then farmer Huub is the right place for you. He grows brown beans, wheat and potatoes, among other things, and is happy to tell you how it works. The farm is also home to many sweet animals that love attention and cuddling. This farm is located in Zeeland Flanders, near Antwerp, but also close to the Westerschelde beaches. Read more about this arable farmer in Zeeland Flanders here.

FarmCamps Op Flakkee
On this modern dairy farm on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee, you can enjoy all the luxury as a guest. The cows are also treated like princesses by farmer Huibert and farmer Annet. On this farm, the kids can play to their heart's content on the large playground, slide down the cable car from the tree house and cuddle the sweet rabbits in the cuddly barn. The farm is located in the cute village of Sommelsdijk, near the beach of Ouddorp and the Grevelingenmeer. Read more about this dairy farm on Goeree-Overflakkee here.

FarmCamps Kooij Hoeve
On this dairy farm in Abbenbroek, on the island of Voorne-Putten, you can enjoy a farm holiday near Rotterdam. On this farm you can help at the milking parlour, feed calves, cuddle rabbits and of course play to your heart's content. The farm is located near the lovely towns of Hellevoetsluis and Brielle and the beaches of Rockanje and Oostvoorne are also nearby! Discover this modern dairy farm and enjoy nature and tranquility.

What are you waiting for? Pack your bags and join us on an adventure!

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