Zorgboerderij De Hofstee

Zorgboerderij De Hofstee is a care farm in De Bilt, near Utrecht, providing tailored support and meaningful daytime activities in a calm, rural setting. It serves people who benefit from daily structure and help with personal development, including those with mild intellectual disabilities, autism, anxiety disorders, depression, burnout, and other support needs. The farm aims to strengthen participants’ confidence and independence, and can support progression toward assisted living when appropriate.

Its programme combines outdoor activities, such as caring for horses and other purposeful tasks, with indoor opportunities for active participation and relaxation. Support is available for full days or individual day parts, with an emphasis on safety, trust, and helping each person work toward personal goals. The site is situated beside the Utrecht Landscape and is accessible by public transport, with a bus stop in front; parking is also available for drop-off and pick-up, although the farm does not provide transport. Its service area includes De Bilt, Zeist, Bunnik, Bilthoven, Groenekan, Soesterberg, Houten, and Utrecht.