Het Proefbos

19th century eco-lodge in Hoeselt, Belgium

www.airbnb.nl/rooms/17227417

Het Proefbos is a farmhouse dating back to 1851, restored with craftsmanship and respect for the authentic details ánd the environment. Enclosed by nature and welcomed by the friendliest host, you’ll feel at home in an instant at Het Proefbos.

Guido and Nadine are a couple that decided to open up their beautiful place for travelers after their kids grew up and left home. They want to provide a natural getaway for people who love the outdoors, comfort and privacy. The back of the farmhouse, build from ecological material, has it’s own entrance and from the cosy living room and kitchen you have an amazing view over the garden. You’re free to roam around in their vegetable garden, to cuddle the goats and sheep in the meadow or to pick an egg or two from their free range chickens. The whole place just breathes love for nature.

Guide and Nadine are happy to tell you all about the region, which is located only 15km from the Dutch city of Maastricht and a close drive to Belgian cities like Leuven and Brussels. The area is perfect for a bike ride or a hike as well as for visiting castles and cute villages. Looking for a perfect place to enjoy this region of Flanders? Het Proefbos is your place for sure!

Kelly

Kelly is a travel addict that roamed the world for two years before settling down in the corner of the world that stole her heart, Vancouver Island in western Canada. She feels a deep connection with nature and has always felt the magnetic pull of the mountains. When not working as an educator and youth worker, you’ll find her getting her hands dirty in her garden or exploring her new province in her old purple van Dora the Explorer. When traveling, she loves to connect with locals and to wander off the less beaten paths. On her website ‘The Untold Story Project’ she shares her stories and photos through which she hopes to inspire others to follow their dreams. For the Boho Guide, Kelly will share local places for splendid coffee, fair and sustainable food, the best outdoor adventures and small-scale, unique overnights stays to lay your head to rest.