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Description
We are a small family living in the lush bush and beach landscape of Titirangi, Waitakere, Auckland. I live with my son (Jakob age 11) in a modern two-story home. I work from a small space at home (as a photographer and filmmaker) and love living in our paradise only 30 mins from town. I'm Kiwi born to an Italian mother. I speak basic German (my son is half German) however I don't speak Italian, I love the Italian culture.
I love the Titirangi community and have good connections with people and the resources at Bethells.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are an artistic family with great connections to the land and community. I am a media artist so going to an exhibition or music gig is something I like to do. We love making big Italian meals and eating alfesco style on our sunny deck, with friends and family. Jakob is a fun loving child with a big heart and loves his trampoline, the fig tree, his best mate Tilly, drawing and singing.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Well maintained, we need help with gardening, driving, and small domestic tasks like repair work, cleaning and painting. We will provide a private bedroom accommodation, and food for two meals a day, no meat. We are not vegetarian and are happy if you would like to buy your own meat. We try to limit our plastic usage, and we grow and buy fresh produce. NB: we don't need babysitting help, and can only accommodate one person if we have other work awayers here :)
PLEASE NOTE: Driving is the most frequent help we need, so you must be a confident driver and okay with driving on busy Auckland roads. :))
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
German: Beginner
Accommodation
We have a lovely 2 bedroom bush home. With small deck. Clean and tidy, cosy and sunny.
Our home is very warm, cosy, and comfortable with a very sunny spot over looking the Titirangi tree tops. The house is our loved home so please take care of it as your own. We also have a fully equipt campervan if you'd like a different space to make while staying. There is limited cell phone reception in Titirangi but we have wifi.
What else ...
Set in the Waitakere Ranges, only walking distance from beaches, bush walks and the beautiful Titirangi village, which has lovely restaurants and a beautiful art gallery and refill nation. 30 Minutes from the inner Auckland City. The Glen Eden train station is 10 minute drive, if you don't have transportation an Uber is only $8 to and from the station.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
You can park your car or van just outside.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Feedback (8)
Our stay with you was fantastic! Your warm hospitality and commitment to sustainable living created a memorable experience. Working on your property was a joy, surrounded by nature. Jakob's enthusiasm added an extra layer of delight. Thanks for making us feel like part of your family.
Best,
Rouven and Neo
Serena is an extraordinary person, very kind and caring. The work is simple and well explained.
I loved living this experience with Jakob (his son) who is adorable and very funny. Just like the cat Giovanni who never stops talking. I even came back for the second time for 2 weeks.
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Our stay with you was fantastic! Your warm hospitality and commitment to sustainable living created a memorable experience. Working on your property was a joy, surrounded by nature. Jakob's enthusiasm added an extra layer of delight. Thanks for making us feel like part of your family.
Best,
Rouven and Neo
Serena is an extraordinary person, very kind and caring. The work is simple and well explained.
I loved living this experience with Jakob (his son) who is adorable and very funny. Just like the cat Giovanni who never stops talking. I even came back for the second time for 2 weeks.
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The house is in a pretty calm and bushy area. So you can enjoy… read more
It was beautiful, and an amazing piece of land
I enjoyed every minute i was there, we had so much fun and alot of great talks :)
Serena was good at telling what needed to be done around the house and helped when she had time
And then there is Jakob, her… read more
We were living in our own seperate house, which was awesome, but also, we were always… read more
My work was mostly gardening, it was nice and I learnt a lot !
I would recommend this workaway for sure !
Thank you again for everything :blush:
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