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Escape to a simpler life with
Welcome to De Oude Melkstal, a dairy farm run by Wim & Esther Kwinten and their family, set in the charming village of Borkel en Schaft in North Brabant. This nature-inclusive farm, home to 85 cows and playful calves, offers families the chance to slow down and reconnect with the expansive countryside.
At De Oude Melkstal, you’ll wake up to wide open views across the meadows, with each of the five spacious lodge tents carefully placed for privacy and uninterrupted views of the cows grazing nearby. Children will love helping out with simple farm chores, bottle-feeding calves in spring, or tapping fresh milk straight from the farm.
Your farmers: Wim & Esther
At De Oude Melkstal, you’ll be warmly welcomed by farmers Wim & Esther, who have been running their dairy farm here for many years. Together with their family, they care for the cows and calves that make this place so special and are always happy to share a story about farm life or show guests how things work. Esther ensures that every stay feels personal, relaxed, and authentically BoerenBed.
Life on the farm at De Oude Melkstal
In addition to the daily rhythms of farm life, there are plenty of fun activities for you to enjoy:
What can you expect?
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Hot tub
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Bicycle hire
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Honesty shop
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Outdoor playground
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Cannot accept dogs
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Farm tour
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Campfire area
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Close to woodland
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Close to water
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Feed the animals
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Pizza night
What animals will you find on this farm?
Chickens
Cats
Rabbits
Calves
Cows
Dogs
What our guests like
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View cow milking -
5 canvas hideaways
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Honesty shop
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Pizza night
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Cycling
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A firepit next to each tent
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Hot tub
This is what the farm looks like
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Including wood for the wood-burning stove (1 pack per day)
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Including welcome package with bed-linen, towels, candles, matches, washing-up liquid and other basic items
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Private showers
A unique off-grid experience
The perfect adventure for children
Quality family time
Small scale farmsWhat do our guests think?
Going without electricity is our greatest luxury
Options during your stay
Your stove and lamps are lit before arrival, when you arrive before 6 p.m.
Recommended!
The breakfast basket (enough for 4 people) consists of bread and various types of spreads, including cheese and homemade jam. You also get coffee, tea, and more goodies. Exact content may differ slightly per farm.
Receive ingredients, firewood, the recipe, and cooking utensils to prepare a delicious farmer's soup at your tent, enough for 4 - 6 people.
Includes all the essentials for a memorable night around the campfire! Can include firewood, matches, lighters, marshmallows and hot chocolate ingredients. These packages vary per location. (The price is per tent. Contents may vary depending on availability / season)
Nearby the farm
De Oude Melkstal isn’t just about peace and quiet - the surrounding area offers plenty of family fun and exploration.
Discover Efteling
Discover a touch of magic at the Efteling. Just a short drive from the farm, this iconic park in North Brabant brings fairy tales to life with enchanting attractions, themed areas and magical stories.
The adventurous climbing forest in Brabant
Just a short drive from De Oude Melkstal is Klimrijk Brabant, an adventure park full of climbing and scrambling fun for the whole family.
Myths & Legends walking trails
Step into a world of wonder along the Legends & Folktales Walking Trails, enchanted pathways winding through the Kempen, where children seek out hidden gnomes, climb fairy-tale lookout towers, and fall in love with nature all over again, sparked by imagination and magic.
Unique canoe excursion by canoe or kayak
Within walking distance, you can hop on the Dommel for a canoe trip or a stand-up paddleboarding adventure. From Valkenswaard, follow the route through the beautiful De Malpie nature reserve, where the tranquil river and stunning landscape are ideal for exploring together.
