Catharina Maria Hof is a diverse destination located in Kamperland, Zeeland, functioning as a camping site, a care farm, and an art space.
The farm features a shop offering a variety of fresh, local products sourced from its own garden, greenhouse, kitchen, and workshop. Here, visitors can purchase organic eggs, homemade jams (including strawberry, plum, rosehip, and berry varieties), honey, fresh vegetables, and herbs. A unique aspect of the farm is the opportunity for guests to actively participate in harvesting, allowing them to dig up carrots and cut fresh heads of lettuce directly from the garden. Delicious organic vegetables and potatoes are also available for purchase.
Beyond its produce, Catharina Maria Hof provides a tranquil farm camping experience, open from April 1st to October 5th, with 25 spacious pitches and two comfortable tent houses. The site is home to various farm animals, including free-range chickens, ducks, peacocks, geese, pigs, a dog, and rabbits. As a care farm, it offers personalized support and activities such as animal care and gardening for diverse client groups. Additionally, an on-site art space hosts exhibitions, events, and workshops led by resident artists.
What visitors say
This charming mini-campsite and farm offers a serene and welcoming escape, consistently receiving high praise from visitors. Guests frequently commend the friendly and exceptionally helpful owners, Janne and Gino, for their attentive hospitality that makes everyone feel truly at home. Many are loyal guests, with some returning for over two decades, attesting to the deeply relaxing and hospitable environment.
The farm provides a delightful and engaging experience, especially for families. Children are particularly enchanted by the numerous animals, including free-roaming pigs, chickens, peacocks, and rabbits, with opportunities to participate in feeding them. A trampoline and sandbox further enhance the child-friendly atmosphere, fostering quick friendships among young guests. Two small bungalows are available for those without tents, alongside approximately 25 pitches for tents and mobile homes.
Cleanliness of the facilities is a recurring positive, with modern and well-maintained showers (hot water included) and toilets, along with ample dishwashing areas. While one review noted that the facilities might feel somewhat limited when the campsite is at full capacity, this is an infrequent observation. The location is strategically appealing, nestled amidst fields and trees, and conveniently close to the beach (approximately 3 km or a leisurely 7-minute bike ride) and the Veerse Meer. This makes it an excellent base for exploring Zeeland by bike, with towns like Domburg, Veere, Middelburg, and Vlissingen easily accessible.
A distinctive highlight is the availability of organic produce, such as fresh vegetables and herbs from the on-site garden, which can be purchased and enjoyed by guests. The commitment to a relaxed, amicable, and organic environment is often mentioned. Although one isolated review mentioned issues with noise from other campers and an unwelcoming interaction with an owner, the overwhelming feedback points to a highly recommended and rejuvenating farm stay experience, appreciated for its peaceful atmosphere, excellent facilities, and genuine warmth.