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Beschreibung
Please read our profile and only apply if you have the skills we need, especially the ability to work with birds and dogs.
We have a 10-acre lifestyle block in North Auckland, 5 mins from main highway north, about 30 mins from central city.
The accommodation is a sleep-out beside the house, has it's own shower and toilet. It would suit a couple or a single person. We prefer helpers to stay for at least two weeks.
We mainly keep angora goats and many aviary birds along with sheep, cattle and a few chickens. We also have three working dogs that are part of the family.
We would like some one that is knowledgeable, or at least not scared of, many different types of aviary birds. You will have to be confident around the birds, some are large and can seem intimidating.
A strong willingness and enthusiasm to learn will be an advantage.
You will be expected to be diligent and caring for all our animals. Feel free to contact me for more details.
There are many different jobs that we need your help with, some are hard, others easy, nearly all require you to get a little dirty. Some will require you to be physically fit and strong also.
You will be expected to be a self-starter, very responsible and have great initiative. Enthusiasm to learn is a must for us.
Some of your daily tasks could be to help care for the birds in the morning, walk the dogs and some gardening work.
There is also cleaning of the aviaries, helping with the goats when needed regarding drenching and foot trimming, fencing, mowing the small lawn we have, gardening and weeding, planting trees (at the right time of year,) line trimming where needed, spraying the paddocks for reeds, sorting through "stuff" stored for far too long. These are by no means all that we have as jobs but just a variety, as all lifestyle blocks have.
As there are many jobs, they will be chosen depending on your abilities and the time of year.
We do sometimes have kids, they are normally very friendly but they all have 4 legs and are covered in mohair fleece.
15 mins drive from Orewa and it's beaches and shops, 5 mins drive from Silverdale shopping centre and supermarkets. We do have some amazing walks and parks nearby, Shakespear Park and Okura- Stillwater walk to name a couple. Plenty of beaches for chilling or swimming. We can point you in the right direction or, if we have the time, join you to let you know what you are seeing.
Own transport preferred but, when convenient, we can drop to local buses during reasonable hours.
We also have 27 acres in Wellsford where we may require some fencing and spraying done from time to time.
Free WIFI, we now have unlimited but sometimes coverage is sketchy.
Water is collected on our roof so careful usage will be appreciated, especially if we have not had rain for a while. During the summer months, this will be strictly monitored.
During your time with us we will treat you as part of the family, not as unpaid labourers, and would like you to behave as such. This will mean you would be expected to help with the meal, clearing the table and washing the dishes.
We eat a variety of foods and enjoy cooking but please feel free to take over the kitchen if you have the skills.
If you have read this far, you could be the person/people we are looking for.
Please make sure you start your email off with these words "Kia ora kōrua" to ensure you understand what we are requiring and what you are heading to. If this phrase is not heading the email, please do not be offended if we do not host you as you will not have fully read our profile.
Special diets can not be catered for. We are meat eaters and do not have much gluten free food.
We do need a good understanding of the English language.
Non-smokers only.
Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Gartenarbeiten
Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten
Betreuung von Tieren
Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof
Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie
Hausarbeiten
Handwerkliche Arbeiten
Hilfe mit Computer /Internet
Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
We have many skills you can learn, caring for birds, hand feeding young birds, goat handling and many other task common to all lifestyle blocks.
Arbeit
We mainly need help with outside chores and projects, some fencing, tree planting (at the right time). Sometimes we need assistance with the care of our angora goats.
Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Unterkunft
Double bed in own room, with access to your own shower and toilet. You will be part of the family during your stay here.
Was noch ...
We are close to the bus stops and can drop off or collect when convenient.
Etwas mehr Information
Internet Zugang
Eingeschränkter Internet Zugang
Wir besitzen Tiere
Wir sind Raucher
Familien möglich
Platz zum Abstellen von Camper Vans
Dieser Gastgeber bietet Platz für Wohnmobile.
Kapazität - wie viele Workawayer maximal
zwei
Arbeitszeiten
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
Gastgeber Ref-Nr.: 455624356464
Feedback (25)
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lena)
Lena was an amazing helper. Do not be put off by her age, she is very mature and a special young lady.
She was with us for 10 days end Oct beginning Nov 2023, far too short a time.
Lena created a special place in our hearts, we are hoping she will have time to call in on her way out of NZ as she is welcome back any time.
She was with us for 10 days end Oct beginning Nov 2023, far too short a time.
Lena created a special place in our hearts, we are hoping she will have time to call in on her way out of NZ as she is welcome back any time.
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17 Nov. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Lena) für Host
I stayed with Lesley and Len for only 10 days on their beautiful property. They instantly made me feel connected and a part of the family. I enjoyed the weeding and some cleaning I did for the work but my favourite thing was just spending time with the two of them and learning about their lives and more about New Zealand! All the animals there are… read more
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Emma)
Emma was hosted by us for 3 weeks in September 2023 ( I know, I do not get a good mark for such a delay in this review.)
She was here during our kidding time, always an exciting time for all.
During her stay with us Karin, a French person, had the amazing opportunity of sailing the wooden ship, "SV Vega" a veteran Greenpeace protest yacht that… read more
She was here during our kidding time, always an exciting time for all.
During her stay with us Karin, a French person, had the amazing opportunity of sailing the wooden ship, "SV Vega" a veteran Greenpeace protest yacht that… read more
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4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Karin)
Karin was with us for 2 weeks, nowhere near long enough.
She fitted in with us, like a member of the family, in everything we did.
Her capabilities are far too many to list, just give her a task, she will complete.
Helped us with wood splitting, creating a playground for our goat kids and so many more jobs are now completed thanks to Karin.
If… read more
She fitted in with us, like a member of the family, in everything we did.
Her capabilities are far too many to list, just give her a task, she will complete.
Helped us with wood splitting, creating a playground for our goat kids and so many more jobs are now completed thanks to Karin.
If… read more
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25 Okt. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Karin) für Host
What an amazing two weeks - every day was a new adventure! Lesley and Len are two very special people, kind, generous, and thoughtful, and I had such a lovely time and brilliant first workaway experience with them. They involved me with everything that was happening in their lives from the moment I arrived, introduced me to many lovely people and… read more
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4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lena)
Lena was an amazing helper. Do not be put off by her age, she is very mature and a special young lady.
She was with us for 10 days end Oct beginning Nov 2023, far too short a time.
Lena created a special place in our hearts, we are hoping she will have time to call in on her way out of NZ as she is welcome back any time.
She was with us for 10 days end Oct beginning Nov 2023, far too short a time.
Lena created a special place in our hearts, we are hoping she will have time to call in on her way out of NZ as she is welcome back any time.
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17 Nov. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Lena) für Host
I stayed with Lesley and Len for only 10 days on their beautiful property. They instantly made me feel connected and a part of the family. I enjoyed the weeding and some cleaning I did for the work but my favourite thing was just spending time with the two of them and learning about their lives and more about New Zealand! All the animals there are… read more
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Emma)
Emma was hosted by us for 3 weeks in September 2023 ( I know, I do not get a good mark for such a delay in this review.)
She was here during our kidding time, always an exciting time for all.
During her stay with us Karin, a French person, had the amazing opportunity of sailing the wooden ship, "SV Vega" a veteran Greenpeace protest yacht that… read more
She was here during our kidding time, always an exciting time for all.
During her stay with us Karin, a French person, had the amazing opportunity of sailing the wooden ship, "SV Vega" a veteran Greenpeace protest yacht that… read more
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4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Karin)
Karin was with us for 2 weeks, nowhere near long enough.
She fitted in with us, like a member of the family, in everything we did.
Her capabilities are far too many to list, just give her a task, she will complete.
Helped us with wood splitting, creating a playground for our goat kids and so many more jobs are now completed thanks to Karin.
If… read more
She fitted in with us, like a member of the family, in everything we did.
Her capabilities are far too many to list, just give her a task, she will complete.
Helped us with wood splitting, creating a playground for our goat kids and so many more jobs are now completed thanks to Karin.
If… read more
(Ausgezeichnet
)
25 Okt. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Karin) für Host
What an amazing two weeks - every day was a new adventure! Lesley and Len are two very special people, kind, generous, and thoughtful, and I had such a lovely time and brilliant first workaway experience with them. They involved me with everything that was happening in their lives from the moment I arrived, introduced me to many lovely people and… read more
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Rugilė & Deimante)
Rugilė was part of the family during her stay with us July/Aug 2023.
(I know, I am not winning any stars for my delay in this review.)
She was always helpful and took on any task with willingness.
Very strong and capable, able to turn her hand to anything.
If you have the opportunity to host Rugilė, you will not regret it.
We are looking forward… read more
(I know, I am not winning any stars for my delay in this review.)
She was always helpful and took on any task with willingness.
Very strong and capable, able to turn her hand to anything.
If you have the opportunity to host Rugilė, you will not regret it.
We are looking forward… read more
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4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Stas)
Stas is a great asset and an amazing helper. Her willingness to assist in any tasks, and learn about our life here, was refreshing.
Apart from weeding heavily infested areas, she helped us transform some seats and benches into amazing "welcoming" resting places from where we can sit and remember her input to the creation. She showed us her… read more
Apart from weeding heavily infested areas, she helped us transform some seats and benches into amazing "welcoming" resting places from where we can sit and remember her input to the creation. She showed us her… read more
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28 Dez. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Stas) für Host
At first, I kind of couldn't believe all the lovely feedback about this place. But yeah, no, it's all true.
I had an amazing time with Lesley and Len. They are kind and beautiful souls, that made me feel like I'm home. They did their best to make sure that I'm always comfortable, safe, have enough to eat (as a vegan), and can do my online work.… read more
I had an amazing time with Lesley and Len. They are kind and beautiful souls, that made me feel like I'm home. They did their best to make sure that I'm always comfortable, safe, have enough to eat (as a vegan), and can do my online work.… read more
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hannah)
There are not enough stars to convey how good Hannah is. (I earn a black mark for my tardiness in placing feedback, so sorry Hannah)
She stayed with us for 6 weeks, and would have been welcomed to stay much longer. has already been back to help us and, hopefully, will come again.
Hannah fitted in with our daily tasks with such willingness. She did… read more
She stayed with us for 6 weeks, and would have been welcomed to stay much longer. has already been back to help us and, hopefully, will come again.
Hannah fitted in with our daily tasks with such willingness. She did… read more
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9 Mai 2023
Vom Workawayer (Hannah) für Host
I had the best time at Lesley and Len's. I ended up staying 6 weeks and almost didn't leave! In the morning I would take the dogs for a run up the feild then we all had breakfast together. The jobs could be different every day such as weeding, painting, feeding the birds, general tidying in the garden, wood chopping, planting and help with food… read more
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Tao)
Please do not be put off by Tao's age. This was his first time being hosted, he spent a month with us and fitted in as part of the family.
He was willing to take on any task and loved completing any job on his own or with company.
Nothing was too much trouble or too heavy a load.
He helped us with felling trees, mulching the debris, landscaping… read more
He was willing to take on any task and loved completing any job on his own or with company.
Nothing was too much trouble or too heavy a load.
He helped us with felling trees, mulching the debris, landscaping… read more
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21 Feb. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Tao) für Host
This was my first true experience in Woofing and I couldn't ask for better!! I stayed with Lesley and Len for a month, it was so amazing, they took the time for teaching me and correct my English. I felt at home so quickly, they took me everywhere with them all the time, and made me discover lots of things. I loved spending time with the animals,… read more
4 März 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ondřej)
Andrew was an amazing asset in his time with us, he was like a member of the family. He fitted in with all tasks and activities we gave him.
He has a happy attitude and is always smiling. Always willing to learn.
He will be an asset to any host that is lucky enough to have him.
We hope he can return before he leaves NZ so we can see the progress… read more
He has a happy attitude and is always smiling. Always willing to learn.
He will be an asset to any host that is lucky enough to have him.
We hope he can return before he leaves NZ so we can see the progress… read more
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27 Jan. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Scott) für Host
Lesley & Len are awesome. They are both such a pleasure to be with and went out their way to make my 2 weeks so enjoyable. The highlight for me was their animals. I will never forget going up and down their 10 acres with their dogs Zack & Sumi to make sure none of the sheep or goats got caught in fences. My favorite of their birds are Pebbles and… read more
22 Jan. 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Auriane)
Auriane fitted in as a member of the family from the moment she arrived. She was willing to do any task given her and completed it well.
She helped us create a bark garden, with design and plantings. Also allowed us to host another person that we could not have done what we did without the two of them.
She was so good with the dogs, they greatly… read more
She helped us create a bark garden, with design and plantings. Also allowed us to host another person that we could not have done what we did without the two of them.
She was so good with the dogs, they greatly… read more
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8 Nov. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Auriane) für Host
This was my first workaway, and what a workaway ! I planned to stay 1 week, but ended up staying 3 because I loved it so much. I felt at home from the first day. Lesley and Len are very kind and welcoming people, they treated me as family. I never felt like I was working, it was like helping my family. I will carry so many great memories about… read more
12 März 2020
Vom Workawayer (Laura & Nicolas) für Host
Hi stayed at this workaway a few years ago, it was my first workaway ever !
I absolutely loved the place and it was the best experience I ever had !
The birds are....many ! and all so lovely. I raised the babies, cared for the animals, and learnt so much.
Lesley and Len drove me around when they could, and we went on lovely walks on the… read more
I absolutely loved the place and it was the best experience I ever had !
The birds are....many ! and all so lovely. I raised the babies, cared for the animals, and learnt so much.
Lesley and Len drove me around when they could, and we went on lovely walks on the… read more
27 Dez. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Barbara)
If you have the opportunity to host Barbara jump at it. She is one of THE best helpers, there are not enough stars to rate her. She is very intelligent and astute and a great companion. She learns fast and does not need to be told twice or reminded, in fact she became my reminder. ;-)
From the day she arrived, she hit the ground running and did… read more
From the day she arrived, she hit the ground running and did… read more
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25 Dez. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Claire & Chloé ) für Host
It was my first experience like helpers and I loved it! Len and Lesley were perfect !
They are kind , welcoming, and I felt me like a member of the family.
I stayed just one week but it was a good experience.
The work was fair and interesting. And Lesley and Len took time to explain me (because my english is not fluent! )
Foods, bedroom ... are… read more
They are kind , welcoming, and I felt me like a member of the family.
I stayed just one week but it was a good experience.
The work was fair and interesting. And Lesley and Len took time to explain me (because my english is not fluent! )
Foods, bedroom ... are… read more
27 Nov. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Claire & Chloé )
Not enough stars to rate Claire. She was amazing.
Somethings are meant to be and Claire, being with us, was one of them. 3 times I tried to reply to her to advise we had a helper, 3 times the responses can back as "undeliverable". Our current helper, Barbara, came to see if she could help and offered to share the room with Claire. Fate had… read more
Somethings are meant to be and Claire, being with us, was one of them. 3 times I tried to reply to her to advise we had a helper, 3 times the responses can back as "undeliverable". Our current helper, Barbara, came to see if she could help and offered to share the room with Claire. Fate had… read more
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13 Nov. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Héloïse)
Heloise was only with us for a couple of days. Our keeping of aviary birds was not to her liking so we both decided another host could be more suitable. Shame she did not read the profile properly, I am sure she could have been a good helper.
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24 Dez. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Theresa) für Host
Dear Lesley, Len and Mark,
thank you all so much for the very warm welcome you gave me. From the very first minute I felt like a part of your big family! I planned on staying 2 weeks, but then I ended up staying 4 weeks. I can recommend this place to everyone, they are so nice and have such big hearts! If you love hedgehogs, birds, goats and dogs… read more
thank you all so much for the very warm welcome you gave me. From the very first minute I felt like a part of your big family! I planned on staying 2 weeks, but then I ended up staying 4 weeks. I can recommend this place to everyone, they are so nice and have such big hearts! If you love hedgehogs, birds, goats and dogs… read more
1 Aug. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Toula)
Toula did not just come to stay with us, from the moment she arrived, she joined our family.
In the time she was with us she cared for all our aviary birds, helped with the goats and all our rescued hedgehogs in care. Her help in the kitchen was well appreciated.
She was a great companion and willing to do anything which also included looking… read more
In the time she was with us she cared for all our aviary birds, helped with the goats and all our rescued hedgehogs in care. Her help in the kitchen was well appreciated.
She was a great companion and willing to do anything which also included looking… read more
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23 Mai 2017
Vom Workawayer (Theresa) für Host
It was a pleasure to meet Lesley, Len, mark and all of their lovely animal friends. I had a really good time, learned more about all the different types of birds and their characters and got to do some fun activities as a ride on Len's amazing bike or trying to dig with a digger. They are a really helpful and friendly family. Thank you so much… read more
20 Apr. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Theresa)
Theresa was a great help in her time with us. She serviced all the birds and was a great help in the garden. She has great physical abilities and likes to use them, which we appreciated very much.
She loves to learn all sorts of new things, and does them with enthusiasm.
During her time with us, I had an accident and she was very helpful during… read more
She loves to learn all sorts of new things, and does them with enthusiasm.
During her time with us, I had an accident and she was very helpful during… read more
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20 Apr. 2017
Vom Host für Workawayer (Franz Junior)
What would one say about a helper that is so part of the family he is like a son?
Franz, along with Marion, has been here 5 times, each time, warmly welcomed as it was like family coming home.
I would find it hard to list the all tasks he completed. Diligently caring for the birds,including hand feeding tiny little ones. cooking, cleaning the… read more
Franz, along with Marion, has been here 5 times, each time, warmly welcomed as it was like family coming home.
I would find it hard to list the all tasks he completed. Diligently caring for the birds,including hand feeding tiny little ones. cooking, cleaning the… read more
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11 Nov. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Franz Junior) für Host
It was a unique experience working/learning in this place. Lesley and Len are very genuine good people and sometimes I feel like they host travellers only for helping them, because they are really hard workers themselves. About the job, there is plenty of things to do there and is more pleasure than work, because you really learn a lot. I arrived… read more
24 März 2017
Vom Workawayer (Nicolas & Charlotte) für Host
after 2 weeks with Lesley and her family, I can confirm that all that you can read below in the different reviews is true. Lesley and Lane was really friendly with me, they really make you feel like at home,they are interested by you and your history and they take time for talking with you, it was a pleasure to meet you and take part of your… read more
7 Jan. 2017
Vom Workawayer (Julia) für Host
I had an awesome time with Lesley, Len, and Mark! They made me feel at home right away! Perfect place if you love animals (especially birds!). They will make sure you feel like part of the family and get lots of opportunities to explore the area and hang out with all their furry and feathered friends. Would definitely recommend! Sorry it took so… read more
13 Dez. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Cécile) für Host
AMAZING experience with a beautiful couple !!! We stayed with Lesley and Len during 2 weeks and from the first day we feld at home. They are welcoming, patient, kind, open-minded and funny ! We learned a lot about birds, goats and hedgehogs. It was our first workaway and we could not expected better ! Thank you again Lesley and Len, and we hope to… read more
11 Dez. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Cécile)
How to review Cecile and Valentin?
Awesome, willing, enthusiastic, self motivated and all the other effusive descriptions one can think of.
Valentin was an amazing powerhouse of energy and took on any task given willingly.
Cecile cared for the orphaned baby sparrows I found so many times a day, I lost count. They are now flying and a little… read more
Awesome, willing, enthusiastic, self motivated and all the other effusive descriptions one can think of.
Valentin was an amazing powerhouse of energy and took on any task given willingly.
Cecile cared for the orphaned baby sparrows I found so many times a day, I lost count. They are now flying and a little… read more
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11 Dez. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Marion)
Marion and Franz joined us for only 2 weeks at a very busy time and fitted in immediately.
They learned very fast and did not need teaching again and again.
Giving a good reference is easy, but we went the extra distance and took them all the way to their next destination, Tauranga, with a bit of sightseeing on the way.
We were very sad to… read more
They learned very fast and did not need teaching again and again.
Giving a good reference is easy, but we went the extra distance and took them all the way to their next destination, Tauranga, with a bit of sightseeing on the way.
We were very sad to… read more
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11 Nov. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Marion) für Host
Such a great first workaway experience (2weeks) in New Zealand! Welcoming, patient and good teachers are the first quality I think about for Lenn and Lesley... We arrived from Auckland on saturday and for the first two days everything we had to do has been showed carefully. One of the birds duties was to take care of the aviaries (cleaning the… read more
11 Dez. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Judith)
I'm late with this, as I seem to be with most things of recent. Sorry Judith.
There is so much I could say about Judith and her time here with us. Even though we passed her off the our n/bour when they needed some one to house sit, we welcomed her back with open arms and was sad when she finally left us.
She fit in so easily to our crazy… read more
There is so much I could say about Judith and her time here with us. Even though we passed her off the our n/bour when they needed some one to house sit, we welcomed her back with open arms and was sad when she finally left us.
She fit in so easily to our crazy… read more
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31 Okt. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Judith) für Host
It was a nice time staying with Lenn, Lesley and Mark. Taking care of all the lovely birds and hedge hogs was a new experience for me and I really love it. I had lots of fun in the birdroom with all my new bird friends and it was cool to feed the baby birdies! Cuddling goat kids and playing hide and seek with goose honkie was also great!
Thank… read more
Thank… read more
12 Okt. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Ryan)
Ryan was hosted by us for a very short two weeks from 25 September 2016.
During his stay he proved he was a capable, diligent helper with great initiative. He was always punctual and completed all the tasks in an efficient manner.
He is a kind and caring person, going out of his way to help others. He is clean and tidy and very considerate… read more
During his stay he proved he was a capable, diligent helper with great initiative. He was always punctual and completed all the tasks in an efficient manner.
He is a kind and caring person, going out of his way to help others. He is clean and tidy and very considerate… read more
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10 Okt. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Ryan) für Host
Lesley and Len were so great to me during my two week stay that I'll definitely be going back to at least say goodbye before my trip ends. They run a busy lifestyle block and your help is both needed and appreciated by them. Everything mentioned in the host profile is correct - and I definitely felt like a member of the family while I was there.… read more
3 Okt. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Julien & Sandra)
Sandra and Julien will be very missed and we look forward to their return with many stories of their travels along the Te Araroa Trail.
They fitted so easily into our lifestyle and were so helpful in every task asked of them.
Though their English, well mainly quiet Julien, is not the most fluent, their enthusiasm to learn is very… read more
They fitted so easily into our lifestyle and were so helpful in every task asked of them.
Though their English, well mainly quiet Julien, is not the most fluent, their enthusiasm to learn is very… read more
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28 Sept. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Julien & Sandra) für Host
We was stay during 2 weeks with Len & Lesley. It was a wonderful and very interesting. We was always take over and they took us to see different places. They were very understanding and friendly with us because our english is very bad. Thanks for these good times and good experience.
3 Okt. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Caitlin & Michael)
Cait and Michael were with us for about a week. We were a last minute host and managed to get them a further host to help them until they had to move on with their trip in NZ.
They were a willing team, prepared to take on any task required.
They fitted well in with our home life and cared for the many birds we have in the house and in aviaries,… read more
They were a willing team, prepared to take on any task required.
They fitted well in with our home life and cared for the many birds we have in the house and in aviaries,… read more
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29 Aug. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Kelly)
Kelly was with us about 4 weeks, during that time she was a great companion, a diligent helper and a great source of amusement.
She has a wonderful outlook on life, if more people were like Kelly, the world would be a better place, crazier, but better.:-)
She solely cared for all the birds and was diligent in her duties, she learned how to lock… read more
She has a wonderful outlook on life, if more people were like Kelly, the world would be a better place, crazier, but better.:-)
She solely cared for all the birds and was diligent in her duties, she learned how to lock… read more
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15 Aug. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Kelly) für Host
Fantastic. I am so grateful I was able to spend a month with Lesley, Len and Mark. They are all incredibly hard working people, and put countless selfless hours into taking care of the animals. They absolutely treat you like family and go above and beyond, somehow, despite their busy days. I took great pleasure in being able to spend personal time… read more
22 Apr. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Sonja)
Sonja has been with us twice now, the second time, she was welcomed back with open arms. This should tell you all you need to know if you are looking to host her but, I will elucidate.
Sonja took over the care for all the birds, about 150, both inside and out. Daily, she diligently checked the feed and water of all aviaries and told me of any… read more
Sonja took over the care for all the birds, about 150, both inside and out. Daily, she diligently checked the feed and water of all aviaries and told me of any… read more
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9 Apr. 2016
Vom Workawayer (Sonja) für Host
From the first moment I arrived at the farm I felt welcomed and home. Lesley and Len are the most warm hearted, lovingly and caring hosts you could ever ask for. Both share a big and true love for animals and take care of disabled and rescued animals, which really impressed me. Staying at this farm made me forget that I'm a backpacker, made me… read more
25 März 2016
Vom Workawayer (Juliette) für Host
I spend two wonderful weeks with Lesley and Len. When I arrived in New Zealand I felt a bit depressed and lost but thanks to them I lived a lot of greats and sweets times. They were like family with me, they helped me for a lot of things and gave me many good advices; it's why I want say an huge thank you.
7 März 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Juliette)
Juliette was a great helper and companion in her time with us. She fitted in very well with our daily routine and completed her allotted tasks diligently. Her manners are impeccable and she was always willing to help, no matter the task.
She cared for the aviary and house birds every day without problems and her assistance in the kitchen was… read more
She cared for the aviary and house birds every day without problems and her assistance in the kitchen was… read more
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26 Jan. 2016
Vom Host für Workawayer (Chin Xian)
Joanne was a great help during her 2 week stay with us. She was thrown in the deep end to hand feed baby birds and care for the aviaries, outside and inside, even though birds are not her thing. ;-) She was very helpful in caring for ,and medicating , the rescued hedgehogs we care for.
She was a willing helper around the house and just kept… read more
She was a willing helper around the house and just kept… read more
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15 Nov. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Erin) für Host
It feels strange to review hosts who feel more like family. It was easy to laugh with Len, Lesley, and Mark, and I now have many precious memories to carry with me for the remainder of my time in New Zealand. They surpassed all expectations for my first Workaway, taking Tina and I to Waipu Caves (an hour and a half drive away!) and other day… read more
14 Nov. 2015
Vom Host für Workawayer (Erin)
Erin has been with us for 11 days and we are very sorry to see her go but are very happy to see her take off on her adventure around NZ knowing she will have an amazing time.
She has been an amazing helper, diligent and caring with heaps of initiative. Her joy for life is infectious and her maturity and attitude will see her go far in her… read more
She has been an amazing helper, diligent and caring with heaps of initiative. Her joy for life is infectious and her maturity and attitude will see her go far in her… read more
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14 Mai 2015
Vom Workawayer (Eleanor) für Host
Spent a few days with this very lovely family in February. They were honestly the kindest and most welcoming bunch I had stayed with during my travels. I can't thank Lesley enough for her help and enthusiasm in exploring as much as New Zealand as possible while I was there. We hadn't initially planned an end date and Leslie encouraged me to go… read more
19 Feb. 2015
Vom Workawayer (Laura & Joe) für Host
We could not have asked for better hosts than Lesley and Len. We were welcomed in from the first moment we arrived and felt like we were in our own home. Everything from the food to our room and bed were perfect and it was always enjoyable to be in their company.
The work was constantly interesting and enjoyable (the birds lively personalities… read more
The work was constantly interesting and enjoyable (the birds lively personalities… read more
15 Feb. 2015
Vom Host für Workawayer (Laura & Joe)
Excellent is not high enough praise.:-) Laura and Joe have been awesome helpers. Caring for the aviary birds, hand feeding the babies and caring for the many birds in the birdroom. The birdroom has never been so clean, sorry about Chippy and Topaz ;-).
They both tackled any other task asked of them with enthusiasm and completed the work… read more
They both tackled any other task asked of them with enthusiasm and completed the work… read more
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