Catharina Maria Hof is a versatile farm located in Kamperland, Zeeland, operating as a campground, care farm, and art space. Set in the Onrustpolder, it combines traditional farm life with creative workshops and a focus on small-scale, sustainable hospitality. The farm is open from April 1st to October 5th for camping, and it welcomes guests to experience its tranquil, dark-sky environment.
The farm includes a vegetable garden where biological produce is grown. While the site focuses on selling these vegetables in the farm shop—where carrots and lettuce are freshly dug and cut for customers—it does not specify a self-pick operation for produce directly from the field. The farm shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and sells items such as free-range eggs, jams, honey, fresh vegetables, herbs, and other homemade goods. It is suitable for children, allows dogs, and is wheelchair accessible with accessible parking and entrance.
Throughout the season, from April through October, the farm hosts a variety of workshops and activities, including natural dyeing, landscape design, eco-building with clay and straw, and photography classes using plant-based printing. These events are open to the public and utilize materials found directly on the farm. The property also features a gallery space, regular artistic events, and a small-scale care program for individuals with disabilities or mental health needs.
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.