Friendly suburban kiwi family experience
Description
I am Lucy.A 42 year old Scottish born solo mother of 3 young children. Two girls, one boy.
We live in a leafy, suburban area of West Auckland called Titirangi.
We deliberately bought a large home so we can have guests to stay.
We have a self contained apartment we let out as a holiday home so there is lays lots of cleaning, gardening, repairs and maintenance to be done.
We are friendly, sociable fun and a pretty stereotypical example of a busy kiwi family.
We enjoy getting to know new people, learning about other languages and cultures and helping you discover ours.
Our homestays join in as much as they want with our family life and social activities. We go to the beach, visit friends around New Zealand, and get involved in our local community activities.
We have Wifi, a big garden, bikes, camping equipment and if you are over 25 you can probably borrow the car.
We live in a leafy, suburban area of West Auckland called Titirangi.
We deliberately bought a large home so we can have guests to stay.
We have a self contained apartment we let out as a holiday home so there is lays lots of cleaning, gardening, repairs and maintenance to be done.
We are friendly, sociable fun and a pretty stereotypical example of a busy kiwi family.
We enjoy getting to know new people, learning about other languages and cultures and helping you discover ours.
Our homestays join in as much as they want with our family life and social activities. We go to the beach, visit friends around New Zealand, and get involved in our local community activities.
We have Wifi, a big garden, bikes, camping equipment and if you are over 25 you can probably borrow the car.
Région
West auckland. 20 minutes drive from downtown auckland, 20 minutes drive from the wild west coast beaches such as Piha and Kare Kare. The train station is 10 mins walk away(we have an old bike if you want to speed things up) There is a bus stop 5 minutes away. Within walking distance is the pretty village of Titirangi. Lots of funky cafes with alfresco dining, art galleries and some intersting shops. We have a big mall and the usual town centre amenities not too far from us. You are welcome to catch a lift o we can direct you to the public transport options.
Type de travail
Help with Computers / internet,Other,
Language practise,
Help in the house,
General Maintenance,
Cooking / shopping,
Babysitting / child care,
Building,
Gardening
Travail
We have a large home ,7 bedrooms and a big garden.
I work from home mainly and i don't get a lot of spare time for extra things so there is always lots to be done.
Painting, gardening, small repairs, cleaning and general domestic stuff.
We have a tree house for the kids that needs finished, some landscaping and lots of painting to be done so someone experienced in those skills can have a project.
General and specialist Computer skills will be put to good use to.
On a day to day basis though what we appreciate most is just an extra pair of hands to assist at dinner and other busy times, help in the kitchen and to keep on top of day to day household tasks.
Our perfect combination is a couple. A handy and practical pair who can work as a team and keep each other company
I work from home mainly and i don't get a lot of spare time for extra things so there is always lots to be done.
Painting, gardening, small repairs, cleaning and general domestic stuff.
We have a tree house for the kids that needs finished, some landscaping and lots of painting to be done so someone experienced in those skills can have a project.
General and specialist Computer skills will be put to good use to.
On a day to day basis though what we appreciate most is just an extra pair of hands to assist at dinner and other busy times, help in the kitchen and to keep on top of day to day household tasks.
Our perfect combination is a couple. A handy and practical pair who can work as a team and keep each other company
Langues parlées
English
Logement
Our house is HUGE! You will have your own room.
Autres choses...
We would be just as happy with a couple or two friends.
You need to have some English but we can help you improve it heaps.
Please don't be offended if we ask you to provide a character reference that we can call.
With kids we need to know we are bringing good, safe people into our home
If you are looking for a long stay option, eg 3 to 6 months perhaps you would like to be our au pair?
You need to have some English but we can help you improve it heaps.
Please don't be offended if we ask you to provide a character reference that we can call.
With kids we need to know we are bringing good, safe people into our home
If you are looking for a long stay option, eg 3 to 6 months perhaps you would like to be our au pair?
Host ref number: 18535757484b
Feedback left about host
Mark and I had a lovely experience working for Lucy. We initially planned to stay for a few days, but when faced with car trouble Lucy was so understanding and not only let us stay for longer at short notice, but also helped us out more than we could have ever expected. She was incredibly welcoming and we were instantly made to feel at home. more
Andri and Holly were a pleasure and easy to have around. Helpful, interested and self motivated.
I had complete confidence in them so much i left them in charge of my home , car and my kids.
We look forward to seeing them on their return.
Lucy
I had complete confidence in them so much i left them in charge of my home , car and my kids.
We look forward to seeing them on their return.
Lucy
Sarah was a pleasure to have around. Very flexible and easy going. She made a big difference to my workload, allowing me to take it easy and the kids really enjoyed her input.
I can completely trust Sarah and was happy to leave her in charge in my absence.
Lucy
I can completely trust Sarah and was happy to leave her in charge in my absence.
Lucy
fun, friendly, easy going and competent. Great with the kids
We stayed with Lucy and her lovely kids for a week but would have loved to stay longer if we'd had the time! The food was fab(especially the Kiwi Pavlova!), as was the company. Lucy took us to all the local sights and made us feel thoroughly welcome at all times! Would recommend a visit here to anyone. Thanks!
These girls are a delight to have around. Completely able to fit in and help out in every way and very trustworthy.
We stayed with Lucy and her family for 3 weeks, after intially planning to stay only a few days. Lucy was extremely accomodating, we were made to feel extremely welcome during our stay, we went on family outings to Piha and Motat. Lucy helped us out in every way she could, an excellent host.
\"Cassie came to us as a workawayer for a few days and ended up staying more than 2 weeks. We all loved having her around and she threw herself into kiwi family life with genuine enthusiasm. she is an adventurous soul who made connections everywhere we went and squeezed the maximum out of her time here. Lots of love. Lucy, Tasmin, Rory and meg \"
Lucy was a wonderful first workaway experience! From the very first moment I arrived, she was beyond hospitable. She constantly made sure I felt at home and included her the family. All of the people in her "urban co-op" were warm and welcoming---her daughter even gave up her bedroom to me for 2 WEEKS! I'm glad I converted her into a cser; I know more
Lucy was absolutely great. I'm glad I made her place my first stop as I've come away with a great respect for the kindness of the locals. She knows all about the area and New Zealand in general, has lots of friends and connections for new travelers and is always happy to offer up her ideas and suggestions. lovely cook, lovely mother, lovely family more
Jordon has the best smile and is easy and pleasant to have around. She fits quickly and well and is great at joining in and making the most of social opportunities. We through her in at the deep end and had her cooking for everyone on her first night here and she did great!
Good luck with the rest of your travels Jordon and we might see you again more
Good luck with the rest of your travels Jordon and we might see you again more
We have had young Scott here for a week and a half. He's been great. He is quiet, polite and sweet, always asking what he can do to help out and engaging with the kids and their homework projects.
He is learning lots of useful skills on his travels and really enjoys the garden.
Good luck on the rest of your trip Scott. You are brave and more
He is learning lots of useful skills on his travels and really enjoys the garden.
Good luck on the rest of your trip Scott. You are brave and more
Poppy and Chris have stayed with us for their first few weeks in NZ.
They have made a great difference around my home with their combined skills and abilities.Poppy is a natural in the garden and virtually ran the house too. Chris is a fabulous handy man and a great all rounder.
They have they been a delight to have around with their positive more
They have made a great difference around my home with their combined skills and abilities.Poppy is a natural in the garden and virtually ran the house too. Chris is a fabulous handy man and a great all rounder.
They have they been a delight to have around with their positive more
Lucy and her family went out their way to make us feel at home from the moment we stepped foot in Auckland. Lucy is helpful, friendly, easy going and knowledgeble especially about travelling. Spending our first few weeks with Lucy's family allowed us to settle in, buy and do up a van, explore auckland, piha and the northland. Lucy and her friends more
I had a great time staying with Lucy's family, we were 5 volunteers at the same time and we had lots of fun together!
I can recommend everyone to visit Lucy, you wont be disappointed
I can recommend everyone to visit Lucy, you wont be disappointed
Thanks Mikael. You were a pleasure to have around and made a real difference while you were here.
Thanks for all your hard work. i am glad it was fun for you.
Lucy and family
Thanks for all your hard work. i am glad it was fun for you.
Lucy and family
Nicole it was just lovely having you around. You are warm, friendly and really likable. The kids said they wished you had stayed longer.
And thank you so much for cleaning my oven!!
Dear Hosts.
If Nicole wants to come and help you should take the opportunity. She is great!
And thank you so much for cleaning my oven!!
Dear Hosts.
If Nicole wants to come and help you should take the opportunity. She is great!

Dear Lucy, thanks once again for everything - I really enjoyed staying at your house!
I had a great time and enjoyed the relaxed athmosphere. It was nice to get to know you and your kids - they are lovely! Please say hi to them from me. I would have loved to stay longer - what a pity that I could just spend a few days with all of you.
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I had a great time and enjoyed the relaxed athmosphere. It was nice to get to know you and your kids - they are lovely! Please say hi to them from me. I would have loved to stay longer - what a pity that I could just spend a few days with all of you.
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We loved having this delightful couple around.
They are fun, friendly, enthusiastic and kept our house and garden looking lovely.
Thanks girls.
We miss you
x
They are fun, friendly, enthusiastic and kept our house and garden looking lovely.
Thanks girls.
We miss you
x
We had very nice time there, Lucy´s family is friendly :) Their house is beautifull and very positive. Also her friends are great :) We worked in garden with compost and little bit weeding, some ironing and tiding after kids leave to school. The best job was painting wall for blackboard :) great idea Lucy, we enjoyed it very much, thank you :):) more
Rebecca has stayed with us for 2 weeks and she has been a pleasure to have around. She is cheerful, despite the perpetual rain and has been happy to turn her hand to all sorts of tasks.
Our house is wonderfully clean and organised thanks to Bex and i have been able to focus on my own work.
Good on you Bex and good luck in OZ!
Our house is wonderfully clean and organised thanks to Bex and i have been able to focus on my own work.
Good on you Bex and good luck in OZ!
Rebecca has stayed with us for 2 weeks and she has been a pleasure to have around. She is cheerful, despite the perpetual rain and has been happy to turn her hand to all sorts of tasks.
Our house is wonderfully clean and organised thanks to Bex and i have been able to focus on my own work.
Good on you Bex and good luck in OZ!
Our house is wonderfully clean and organised thanks to Bex and i have been able to focus on my own work.
Good on you Bex and good luck in OZ!
I've had the best two weeks here, I've rediscovered my inner domestic goddess (lots of cooking, baking, cleaning and helping out with the kids including helping with the homework). The house is beauttiful and you really feel like part of the family as soon as you step through the door. I'm already planning to come back in the summer when there is, more
Lucy and her kids are fantastic! You'll just help around the house, and Lucy really makes you feel at home and part of the family. She'll take you out for a trip if she can, and can point you towards interesting parts of town. The bus stop is near the house, so you can make trips if you like. Thanks for the hospitality and life chats, Lucy =)
Thanks Stephanie. You were great. Hosts, if Stephanie comes along, snap her up. She is a lovely person, very grounded and easy to have around. She is also very capable and independent.
Lucy
Lucy
Sylvie was lovely to have around.She is positive and sociable and very independent.Her English is super,
Very helpful with some graphics problems and also very capable with domestics. My kids enjoyed her too.
i would highly recomend her.
Lucy
Very helpful with some graphics problems and also very capable with domestics. My kids enjoyed her too.
i would highly recomend her.
Lucy
I loved to join this vibrant family life. Lucy makes you feel at home right away and then you just go with the flow :-) There was every day different tasks to do inside and outside the house, I liked that too...a really really nice family!!!
we LOVED having Anna stay with us. She was so easy to have around, a great help with the kids and so positive about our home, neighbourhood and lifestyle.
Anna is very mature and capable and will be a great asset in any workaway situation.
Lucy
Anna is very mature and capable and will be a great asset in any workaway situation.
Lucy
Corey and DJ were great fun to have around and a big help with our busy life.
Have a great trip guys!
Lucy
Have a great trip guys!
Lucy
Lucy and her family are wonderfully hospitable and fun hosts. We felt at home from the minute we walked into her home in the lovely, lush suburbs of Auckland, and left with many great memories and experiences. The house chores and projects we helped with were well worth the great care that LUcy took of us. She went out of her way to help us more
If these girls approach you, snap them up. They are a great team with lots of initiative and drive, totally reliable and good fun. They spent a lot of time with my kids and a made a lovely connection.
they make good cookies too!
they make good cookies too!
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