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Host rating
65 %
Last replied
14 Mar 2023
Feedback
26
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Description
We are a family of four with two boys, aged 7 and 11 years. We live in central Nelson with a rural outlook on 3/4acre. We are neighbours to the Waimarama Brook Sanctuary and up the road from the Waimarama Community Gardens. Our land is a peaceful getaway with beautiful hill views, and loads of native bird life. We grow vegetables and have many fruit trees. We eat mostly organic food and follow a vegetarian diet.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The children give our family a foundation for a strong rhythm, with meal times, bath and bed as a daily ritual. We enjoy singing and follow the Ananda Marga Yoga spiritual philosophy. I am passionate about the environment and native ecology while Kamalesh enjoys ancient history themes. We too enjoy meeting people from other countries to learn about their culture.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Help will mostly be associated with increasing food production. Tasks include plant propagation, planting, mulching, netting trees, harvesting, mowing and of course weeding. The property has much gorse and blackberry so the work can be prickly at times.
Other odd tasks around the house such as painting, washing windows and general housework.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Can accommodate singles or couples.
We ask you work four hours a day (in the morning) and assist in general kitchen cleaning duties, in return for food, accommodation and transport to and from the property (including trips to beaches and village shops). We are 20mins drive away from the ferry terminal to Auckland.
We have a sleep-out for workaway accommodation. This room has power and double glazed windows overlooking the stream.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
max 25
Host ref number: 945555664965
Feedback (19)
29 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elana) for host
It was amazing staying the week on Waiheke island with Prashanti and Kamalesh and the kids. I am vegan and they cooked delicious dishes every day for dinner and had really tasty and healthy lunch with Prashanti's homemade sourdough bread! The kids like to play games on the trampoline, or board games and often they would help me in the garden,… read more
25 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Seraina & David ) for host
Oh wow! What a great time I had. Where to begin? Amazing location, away from the bustle of Auckland, minutes away from forest tracks leading to look outs and beaches. Amazing family, very in tune with the world. So thankful to have learned so much from both Kamalesh and Prashanti, from eastern spirituality and meditation, to making water kefir and… read more
24 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Inka) for host
I enjoyed staying at this nice family very much! The property is so beautiful and in the garden are lots of interesting herbs, vegetables and (fruit-) trees. Prashanti and Kamalesh always asked if the tasks are ok for me. That was very considerate. Actually, the jobs were very diverse and I enjoyed all of them.
The conversations with Prashanti… read more
The conversations with Prashanti… read more
Feedback
29 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Elana) for host
It was amazing staying the week on Waiheke island with Prashanti and Kamalesh and the kids. I am vegan and they cooked delicious dishes every day for dinner and had really tasty and healthy lunch with Prashanti's homemade sourdough bread! The kids like to play games on the trampoline, or board games and often they would help me in the garden,… read more
25 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Seraina & David ) for host
Oh wow! What a great time I had. Where to begin? Amazing location, away from the bustle of Auckland, minutes away from forest tracks leading to look outs and beaches. Amazing family, very in tune with the world. So thankful to have learned so much from both Kamalesh and Prashanti, from eastern spirituality and meditation, to making water kefir and… read more
24 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Inka) for host
I enjoyed staying at this nice family very much! The property is so beautiful and in the garden are lots of interesting herbs, vegetables and (fruit-) trees. Prashanti and Kamalesh always asked if the tasks are ok for me. That was very considerate. Actually, the jobs were very diverse and I enjoyed all of them.
The conversations with Prashanti… read more
The conversations with Prashanti… read more
5 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jose & Natalia) for host
It was our first workaway and we really had a great time with the family. Prashanti and Kamalesh are amazing, lots of things to share, great talks and great people. They taught us many things about their culture, gardening and eco projects. They are very kind and friendly people. The children are great, very good and energetic! very excited by the… read more
8 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Maria & Ada) for host
My stay at Prashanti's was my first workaway experience and it couldn't have been any better. The place is just stunning, the family amazingly beautiful, and the food delicious and genuine. I have learned so much from them and their lifestyle is truly inspiring. I had so much fun playing with Jude and Nurayan and I miss all of you so much. I hope… read more
9 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Michael & Alex)
These guys were a delight to host. Very friendly, autonomous, and always positive, great with the kids! Hard workers that can be trusted to do a good job without supervision. Thanks for coming to stay and we hope to see you again!
(Excellent
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6 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Michael & Alex) for host
We absolutely loved staying with this family! They were so welcoming and made us feel at home. We didn't have much gardening experience but Prashanti was very patient and taught us a lot about it. We can vouch for the food.being great here - salads picked fresh from the garden and great dinners :) the sleepout is very cosy (the bed is great). We… read more
20 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Mylene)
Mylene was friendly and very helpful. Always a positive attitude and a quick learner to carry out tasks she’d not done before. Mylene got on well with the children, and even taught Jude Some new tricks on the keyboard. All the best with your travels Mylene. :-)
(Very good
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10 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Mylene) for host
Live with Prashanti family was a good experience. I really enjoyed to help in gardening, weeding, mowing the lawn, planting plants, sewing letters... (and throwing rats ;b). The food from the garden was very good. I was happy to explore tracks the afternoon on the island, and to join for free dance one evening. Thanks ! All the best :)
17 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Ieuan & Chloé ) for host
We loved our stay with Prashanti, Kamalesh and their awesome kids. They are wonderful hosts, generous, interesting and passionate. We learned a lot about gardening and had good talks about NZ culture and history. We wish you guys the best!
19 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (Stephanie) for host
I had a awesome stay at this waiheke family. I felt very welcome and comfortable at your house. During the stay I worked in the garden and in the house. The work was easy and it was nice to see the transformation in the garden. I slept in a sleep out besides the house and the vegetarian meals provided were excellent. The kids are very cute and… read more
25 Jan 2016
Left by Workawayer (Macala & Michael) for host
We had a great time with our Weiheke family! Lots of good energy and knowledge. It was great to see the transformation in the gardens from our (and their) work! We miss them frequently. And talk about how great of a set up it was! Happy harvests! Peace and love :)
14 Feb 2015
Left by host for Workawayer (Jemima1)
We loved having Jemima come and stay! She is a hard worker, and very easy to get along with. She blended into our family instantly and was no stress at all. I would highly recommend Jemima as a great workawayer.
(Excellent
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6 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Alexander & Vanilla) for host
We stayed at Prashanti, Kamalesh and Jude's place for almost a week and it was such a great time. They have the most beautiful area with som lovely views and we got lucky with a bedroom upstairs. This was our first host family and it was really nice to get a chance to relax and get rid of the jet lag. During our stay we worked in the garden and… read more
1 Oct 2014
Left by Workawayer (Allison & Alan) for host
Staying with Prashanti, Kalamesh, and Jude was wonderful! Their property is breathtaking and quite. The work in the gardens and small orchard was great and I was lucky enough to get there on some nice sunny days. The vegetarian meals provided were excellent and we even took a great day trip to the beach where I got to run around and splash in the… read more
14 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Allison & Alan)
We really enjoyed having Alli stay with us. She always had a smile and a positive attitude. She was happy to work alone or together with others. I wish you all the best with your NZ travels Ali. :-)
(Excellent
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8 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Felipe & Paulette) for host
We stayed for one week with Prashanti, Kamalesh and Jude, and it was a really good experience. They have a beautiful lifestyle block with a veggie garden and an orchard, the food was great and we talked and learned a lot about new zealand. We also played a lot with Jude, waking to his early morning hellos :)
Thank you guys for having us, we had a… read more
Thank you guys for having us, we had a… read more
5 Nov 2013
Left by Workawayer (Maren93) for host
Hi
I really enjoyed my stay at this place. They have a lovely son and the area is just stunning. You can do a lot of different walks around there house and it's a beautiful home. They are awesome people and very helpful. Enjoy your time with them (: they are lovely
I really enjoyed my stay at this place. They have a lovely son and the area is just stunning. You can do a lot of different walks around there house and it's a beautiful home. They are awesome people and very helpful. Enjoy your time with them (: they are lovely
25 Aug 2013
Left by Workawayer (Lena) for host
I had a wonderful time with the family at there beautiful place. Prashanti thought me a lot about gardening in New Zealand. I also enjoyed the impressive bush walks next to the house! I recommended her to my friend, she had also a great time.
Thanks for all!
Thanks for all!
11 Aug 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Lena)
We all really enjoyed Lena's visit with us. 2yr Jude had a great time with Lena too! She took initiative with the kitchen work and was very helpful in the garden, even when left to work on her own. Thanks Lena for your efforts, Your visit didn't seem long enough! All the best with your travels in NZ:-)
(Excellent
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3 Feb 2013
Left by Workawayer (Mariana ) for host
This family is lovely! I had a wonderful time there. Prashanti and Kamalesh are realy helpful and the work was really nice (gardening and paiting the house). And Jude is a lovely smiling boy! Also they took me to beautiful places in the Waiheke Island. Thank you for everything. I wish you all the best.
Always grateful.
Always grateful.
22 Jan 2013
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariana )
Mariana is beautiful. We really enjoyed having her stay, and i would recommend her to other workawayer hosts. She is a good worker and does what she is asked happily. It was great to meet you Mariana, and i do hope our paths will cross again sometime in the future. All the best.
(Excellent
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19 Jan 2013
Left by Workawayer (Nicole & Lai Yu) for host
Just to say a big thank you for everything!
I had a wonderful time and I enjoyed my stay with you.
Take good care.
Best wishes,
Nicole
I had a wonderful time and I enjoyed my stay with you.
Take good care.
Best wishes,
Nicole
8 Sep 2012
Left by host for Workawayer (scobbah)
We enjoyed having Alex and Aasa to stay. they are good house guests and enjoyable to have around. They have a good command of english, are considerate and tidy, and are really interested in NZ culture. would recommend them to other workawayer hosts.
I appreciated how they helped out with the housework as well as working hard in the garden. Alex… read more
I appreciated how they helped out with the housework as well as working hard in the garden. Alex… read more
(Excellent
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5 Sep 2012
Left by Workawayer (scobbah) for host
We had a wonderful stay with this lovely family who made sure that our first workaway experience couldn't have been any better. It was a great learning experience for us and a superb introduction to New Zealand. We got the chance to try our skills at a range of different things. Thanks to our knowledgeable hosts, we learned heaps about a vast… read more
30 Jul 2012
Left by Workawayer (apauline) for host
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay with Judester, Kamalesh and Prashanti and I'm very happy with the week I had with them.. They are beautiful people, very generous, welcoming and so friendly!! They offered me a chance for some quiet time in nature, lot of nice songs, love and the opportunity to improve my terrific english!! The house is in an amazing… read more
