Frequently Asked Questions

What does a visit to the farm cost?
Visits during opening hours are always free of charge. For a fee it is possible to book one of our activities with the ponies or alpacas.

Can I come by without a reservation?
Yes, this is possible during opening hours, daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. In the summer we have modified opening hours on hot days for animal welfare reasons.

How can I reserve a walking pony?
Reservations for one of our walking ponies or any of our other activities can be made by sending an email to [email protected].

How can I move or cancel my booking?
You can find the cancellation policy on the page of the activity you booked.

How can I book a vacation at your farm?
Information about our campsite can be found here, bookings go directly through FarmCamps.

Are we allowed to bring a dog?
No, unfortunately you are not allowed to bring your dog when visiting our farm.

Is the farm wheelchair accessible?
Yes, even in a wheelchair you can explore our grounds. However, not all parts are equally flat, so do be careful. Our walking pony and forest walk through the Loonse and Drunense Dunes, however, is not so suitable with a wheelchair. We walk through the forest and the dunes, these paths are not paved, but in some parts also narrow.

Is the farm accessible to baby carriages?
Yes, you can also explore our grounds with a stroller. However, not all parts are equally flat, so do be careful. Our pony and forest walk through the Loonse and Drunense Dunes is not so suitable with a pram. We walk through the forest and the dunes, these paths are not paved, but also very narrow in some parts. We have lightweight wheelbarrows on the farm with hard tires that you can use as a baby carriage for the smallest kids.

What is there to do at the Smulhoeve?
The following is currently available on reservation:

* free visit to our farm during opening hours (this can be done without reservation)
* walking pony
* Free riding
* Forest walk
* Pony fun
* alpaca walk
* spend the night in the luxury tents of FarmCamps
* children's party

When is your farmhouse available for rent as a location for businesses?
Our location is available for rent outside school vacations from Monday to Thursday for business activities. There is also the possibility to stay overnight in one of our FarmCamps tents. We are happy to give you tailor-made advice!

Are you accessible by public transportation?
The bus stops at 5 to 10 minutes walking distance from the Smulhoeve on the Tilburgseweg. From station 's Hertogenbosch and Tilburg you can take the bus to Kaatsheuvel.

Can you park easily at the farm?
You can park your car at our farm in the parking lot.

Will the activities continue if it rains?
If it rains, hiking with both pony and alpaca can continue. When it snows, hails and storms do not. In that case you can change your reservation via Karin to a later date.

Will a children's party continue in bad weather?
Even in bad weather, a children's party will continue as usual. We only reschedule if there is a thick layer of snow or a heavy storm. With worse weather, we can celebrate everything inside and still make it an unforgettable children's party!

Can children under the age of 2 come too?
Yes, even the little ones are welcome to watch their older brother or sister brush the pony and then walk on its back. Of course, parents and caregivers should keep an eye on their child(ren). After all, we are a farm with machinery, animals and tools. The actual grooming of the Shets and cuddling with the ponies is only for children 3 years and older.

Are there more animals to see on the farm?
Well yes! Upon arrival you are welcomed to the cuddle barn, where the bunnies are. There are also Geer and Goor the pot-bellied pigs, our dogs Wies and Soof, cats, goats, chickens, alpacas and also lots of horses.