Skip to main content
01 September 2025

Holiday on the farm? Here’s why it’s so much fun

Why choose a farm holiday? Because it’s completely different from a standard getaway. No crowded boulevards or overbooked hotels, but fresh air, animals all around and plenty of space. It’s a place where you can relax and still stay active. You’ll return home with stories you’ll never forget – and with kids who won’t stop talking about their farm adventures for weeks.

Experiencing farm life up close

On the farm you don’t just sleep in a tent – you live right in the middle of it. In the morning you hear the cows moo, drink milk that was just freshly collected and maybe even stir your own jar of homemade jam. Children often receive a Farmer’s Passport full of tasks upon arrival and rush out to feed animals or carry hay. With a backpack packed with boots, a raincoat and some treats, they’ll spend hours exploring, going on treasure hunts or cuddling animals. While you enjoy a quiet coffee, they start to feel like real little farmers. After a few days, it feels like you’ve lived there for years.

Animals make the holiday complete

Cows, goats, chickens, sheep and rabbits guarantee endless fun. Some farms even have ponies that children can help take care of for a few days. The best part is there’s always something to do – and they learn a lot along the way. A fun cowboy bag filled with carrots or hay makes feeding the animals extra exciting. Meanwhile, you can open a book while the kids run around outside discovering their new favorite animal.

Food at its freshest

On the farm, food tastes the way it’s meant to. Milk that was still in the cow this morning, eggs you’ve just collected from the coop, and vegetables picked fresh from the garden. Sometimes kids can even help with the harvest – and suddenly they truly understand where their food comes from. Simple and delicious.

The magic of being outdoors

Just a few days on the farm gives you more energy than you expect. Fresh air, green fields and a mind that finally feels clear. Kids chase chickens, play in the mud and stay active all day without even noticing. You just join in – walking or cycling – without it ever feeling like exercise.

Active and relaxed at the same time

A farm holiday is the perfect mix of activity and relaxation. During the day you help with the animals, maybe ride on the tractor or take a long walk through the countryside. By evening, the kids are happily exhausted and fall asleep in no time. And you finally have time to enjoy the peace, a good book or simply a glass of wine by the tent.

Less screen time, more fun

Life on the farm takes place outdoors. Tablets, phones and TVs suddenly become far less interesting. Kids discover that chasing chickens or building dens is way more fun than watching a video. And the best part? They figure it out all by themselves – without you having to say a word.

Unique yet affordable

Staying on a farm feels like a special kind of holiday, but it often costs less than a big holiday park or a trip abroad. You sleep in a comfortable safari tent or a cozy farm apartment and have everything you need. From fresh produce to plenty of play space for the kids, it’s simple yet truly special.

Learning by doing

The farm is one big classroom – but without desks. Children learn how milk is made, why bees are so important and what it takes to run a farm. By getting their hands dirty and joining in, they remember the experience far better than something they’d read in a book.

New friends and togetherness

It’s easy to connect with other families on the farm. Kids make new friends in no time, while you’re soon sharing a coffee with other parents as the little ones play together. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and everyone quickly feels at home.

Safe and carefree

A farm is safe and child-friendly. No busy roads, no dangerous playgrounds. Kids have all the space they need to run around, take care of animals and create their own adventures. And you can relax, knowing they’re happily entertained. 

More stories from the farm

01 September 2025
Holiday on the farm? Here’s why it’s so much fun

Why choose a farm holiday? Because it’s completely different from a standard getaway. No crowded boulevards or overbooked hotels, but fresh air, animals all around and plenty of space. It’s a place where you can relax and still stay active. You’ll return home with stories you’ll never forget – and with kids who won’t stop talking about their farm adventures for weeks. 

01 September 2025
From Farm Holiday to Nature Experience: Exploring the Outdoors Together

What do small-scale farms and nature have in common? Both offer an environment surrounded by greenery, animals, and that wonderful “back to basics” feeling. Curious how to turn a week in the countryside into a true nature experience? In this article you’ll find out, including exclusive tips from Natuurhuisje. 

04 June 2025
The New FarmCamps Season 2026: What’s Changing

Looking ahead? You can now book your FarmCamps holiday for 2026. From April to the end of October, you can enjoy the full farm experience again. What’s changing? Check-in is now always from 4 PM, some dates allow Thursday arrivals, and during school holidays you can also check out on Sundays at 5 PM. Prices will go up significantly in 2026 due to a VAT increase from 9% to 21%. Not our choice – and honestly, we don’t like it either. If the plan gets reversed, we’ll refund the difference. Book now with just a 10% deposit. 

27 May 2025
Why the farm is so good for children

Are you in the middle of a holiday or just enjoying a day off and looking for something fun to do with your child? Then consider a visit to a farm. Whether you live in a city or a village, there's almost always a petting zoo or a farm campsite nearby. And it's not just fun — it's also educational and surprisingly relaxing. Fresh air, animals, space — it’s exactly what many children (and parents) need. That’s also why it’s becoming more and more popular. So take a look and see if there’s a farm near you that’s especially designed for kids to play and get to know the animals.

15 May 2025
Once FarmCamps, Always FarmCamps

There are just some places you love so much, once a year simply isn’t enough. For the Verhulst family, FarmCamps is exactly that kind of place. What started as a fun holiday on the farm has become a fixed part of their yearly routine. Sometimes, they even stay up to six times a year! In this blog, they share why FarmCamps feels like a second home, what makes it so special – and why they keep coming back. 

18 April 2025
Camping on the farm is educational and a joy for children.

If you really want to make kids happy, put them among cows, chickens, and muddy puddles. Seriously. Forget that holiday park with water slides and animation teams – on the farm, they've got their own kind of entertainment. Think feeding goats, collecting eggs, brushing ponies, and romping in the hay. And the best part? They actually learn something too. Without even realizing it.

Read more
18 April 2025
Luxury camping at the glamping site on a farm.

Camping on a farm? It might sound old-fashioned, but it’s not as bad as you think. This isn’t your typical campsite where you walk around with a toilet roll under your arm or hear your air mattress deflate at night. Here, it’s all about glamping. In other words, camping with a bit of extra luxury. Think of a comfy bed, your own toilet, a small kitchen, and sometimes even a hot tub next to your tent. You’re right in the heart of farm life, but without sacrificing comfort.

Read more
16 April 2025
Safari tent campings in the Netherlands | Compare regions & find your ideal glamping spot

Looking for a safari tent camping in the Netherlands? Discover the most beautiful campsites by region, from the Veluwe to Zeeland. Compare small-scale and larger glamping locations!

Read more
15 April 2025
Safari Tent Holiday in the Netherlands | Tips & Benefits of Luxury Camping

Curious about a safari tent holiday in the Netherlands? Discover why it’s the perfect mix of comfort and nature, with tips to make the most of your stay!

Read more
04 April 2025
FarmCamps with horses: a dream holiday for every horse lover

Is your child crazy about horses and ponies? That’s perfect—so are we! And our farmers even more so. FarmCamps is the ideal place for pony fans, because at several of our farms you can cuddle with ponies, take riding lessons, or even have your very own care pony for a few days. At some farms, you can even bring your own horse or pony. So many possibilities! Our horses and ponies can’t wait to meet you. 

Read more

Read more about our farms

Loading...