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Hi Travelers
We are 4km from the historical township of Kerikeri.
I am a retired Naturopath and Osteopath and well traveled myself.
I volunteered in 2 projects in Africa .. It was amazing.
We love the out doors, beaches & diving, gardening, art, refurbishing, music.
We live the dream on a beautiful farmlet in the Bay of Islands.
You have a double room in the new house
There is a fabulous huge swimming pool.
You may borrow a car (petrol your responsibility) and we supply ingredients for basic kiwi breakfast & lunch. The rest is up to you.
You will see our 100% rating for my Manly Beach and Kerikeri hosting over the last 15 years.
We look forward to your help. Tasks are varied and currently I need assistance with creative projects and in refurbishing, cleaning, farm maintenance, building gardens, building, art projects, computer help, organizing me.....etc
We have chickens, and Kat.
We grow organic food and eat healthy and practice a sustainable lifestyle.
There is so much to see and do in Northland that this is a wonderful part of the world to spend any time that you have free. Historical villages, mud pools, Cape Reinga, walking tracks, beaches ........
We can help you avoid the pitfalls of negotiating your way around a new country.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Best wishes
Barbara.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsHelp with Eco ProjectsGardeningDIY and building projectsFarmstay helpHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceHelp with Computers/ InternetCultural exchange and learning opportunities
We provide a lot of local knowledge and as much as we can assist you we will.
And having a car to share makes this much easier.Help
general gardening and vege garden, general round the farmlet maintenance.
basic computer help from time to time
HANDYMAN type tasks
A reasonable command of English is essential.Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Large Kiwi luxurious farm house 5 mins from Keri Keri.
Sunny double bedrooms
and linen supplied
Your own kitchenette, bathroom, lounge area, games. Swimming pool.
We are seeking assistance 3.5 hours per night that you are here. This can be managed to suit.
ie working longer or shorter on some days to allow for full days off that would suit you better than a fixed weekend for instance when the weather might be bad. We can be flexible and hope that you can be also if we have a day when we really would appreciate your input. We want you to be happy and feel free to discuss your needs and wants at any time. This system seems to have worked well in the past.
We will enjoy a healthy breakfast and lunch together that I will supply and can prepare with your input .
Your evening meals are up to you. There is a fully equipped camp kitchen and you can have fruit and veges from the garden. You have your own dining and lounging area, bathroom and toilet.
This allows me some downtime for evening fasting or study or seeing my own friends if Joe is away.What else ...
You can borrow a car for local excursions. Under 25 there is a higher excess that you would be liable for in the event of an accident. You pay your own petrol.
I can help you find paid work locally if you wish to earn some income along your journey.
The Bay of Islands is Famous for its history and adventure possibilities. It is a $60 bus ride from central Auckland
In Ak there is a good bus service to surrounding area and express buses from Auckland City Airport to Kerikeri.
If you look in advance sometimes there are very cheap airfares direct from Auckland airport to the Bay of Islands airport
We are 20 mins from stunning beaches, hot mud pools, hiking tracks and Cape Rienga where 2 oceans meet is a a day trip away. The west coast with its black sand & giant dunes are also not to be missedA 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
3.5hrs per night worked to suit........ see below
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The best thing about this place is being able to take a dip in her pool after a hard day's work and, above all, having the opportunity to use one of her cars to explore or just go… read more
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The best thing about this place is being able to take a dip in her pool after a hard day's work and, above all, having the opportunity to use one of her cars to explore or just go… read more
The garden and the house are lovely, ans I never get bored because there was so much to do!
I especially liked the cat Boot, who is very friendly.
I was happy to meet… read more
The house is very informal and comfortable. Barbara is a keen gardener and we had delicious salads from her garden and eggs for breakfast from her chickens. I brought oranges which is like "taking coals to… read more
She is dependable and trust worthy with any tasks.
Welcome back here any time.
Lucky the host who gets to enjoy her
Barbara
All thanks to them
Clear in communication and willing to take instruction.
They were very helpful and got on with everything with minimum supervision using intelligence and completed to a high standard.
You would be lucky to have them join you.
Best wishes
we got every day a good breakfast and a healthy lunch, dinner was up to us.
we didn't meet joe he was away at the… read more
They got a lovely house and a much more loveable garden. Especially the tiny chicken and Boots the cat stole our hearts right away. They just moved into the new house, so not everything is settled up yet. Especially the… read more
Dan is particularly easy going & very skilled and helpful.
Bridget is a lovely girl who does well when shown rather than have things explained. #text redacted#
They work well together and are totally trustworthy.
Best wishes guys & enjoy your holiday.
Barbara is a very friendly and welcoming host and likes to make sure her workawayers are comfortable and have everything they need. She always had… read more
Unfortunately they came to us at a transition time between 2 properties which indeed was limiting to the amount of down time Joe & I had to socialise which we would have been only too keen to do normally.
They are great workers and easy going.
WOULD RECCOMMEND HIGHLY to any prospective hosts
Best wishes… read more
Our work was very varied and ranged from gardening, mowing the lawn and… read more
The positives of this experience include the… read more
She is a good painter and loves it and does not mind unglamorous tasks.
Tiziana is a treasure to host. You will be lucky to have her under your roof.
They are uncomplicated, clear in communication and complete all tasks to a very high standard.
Such a pleasure to meet and I would recommend to any future hosts
We still keep in regular… read more
He was really hard working and self-directed and loved working outside.
Mike happily took Direction in new tasks and we would have loved to have him stay longer had the current situation not demanded he returned to the USA
Not only is she extremely pleasant but very smart and helpful.
We loved her company and appreciated that she is a very non invasive guest to have around.
Lucky is anyone blessed with hosting her.
Thank you Charlotte, safe travels, we hope to see you again
Joe & Barb
Thank you for everything Barb!
He is respectful, helpful and hard working.
We wish him all the best.. Thank you for coming.
You are welcome any time
Barb & Joe
She is beyond brilliant. She is hard working, gracious, anticipates needs and difficulties. An amazing healer to boot.
She has become a treasured friend for life.
I WANT HER BACK......
I had pretty much enjoyed everything here with the people.
Babara, she has full of energy and lots of ideas for her garden, plenty of jobs to be done.
I enjoyed cooking a lot because people were delighted in korean food so much especially Jo and Adrian.
I also loved to listen my french busker roomate's lullaby, ukulele(we… read more
We were two frenchies for a couple of short weeks, a lot of work to be done and we were sometimes confused where to start as Barbara was busy, here and there. But she managed to spend great time like dinner with us and gave great advice to visit around. I really enjoyed this first… read more
She cooks very well and I'm lucky that I could enjoy a organic food and great vegetables from her garden.
I spent a great time in her house and farmer.
Thank you so much… read more
He is quietish, respectful and really nice to have around.
He anticipates well and nothing is too much trouble.
You would be lucky to have him.
Cheers Barb
Thanks Barbara, hope to see you again !
Strong and willing to help.
Thank you for coming
Best wishes
Barb
He helped with things quickly and efficiently
Thanks for your company and help
Barb
I stayed at Barb's place for 2 weeks and enjoyed it very much, although it took me a little while to adapt myself to Barbara's very dynamic personality. She's a very easy going woman to live with.
Derick (her roommate) is an interesting guy, and I appreciated the discussions we had about his paintings or art in general.
The job was fair… read more
She has become a trusted friend that is always a pleasure to have around.
Any Host or employer would be lucky to have her.
Great help
Thanks Dom
She is articulate and helpful and self directed.
Lucky is any future host.
Barbara
Hey so sorry... I forgot to leave feed back.
You were a treasured help and guest.
Any host would be lucky to have you.
Very Best wishes
Worth it !
You help and good company was very much appreciated.
I hope you have wonderful experiences and are appreciated as you should be everywhere you go.
Best wishes Barb
Any host would be happy to have her around... Sooo capable, mature, practical and reliable
Thanks Mandy
I spent three weeks helping Barb around the house and with a major declutter of her garage. During that time Barb made sure I got out to explore the area (and it is so beautiful) and I had… read more
She also supported me to get some paid work, while I was staying with her.
The jobs I've been doing varied a lot from typing in receipts, to fix things, help with some art projects, some… read more
She is a charming, funny and intelligent woman. Her work ethic is high and she is naturally a fast mover and helpfully anticipates and executes immaculately all tasks. This helped me keep on track with things and achieve more than I could have wished.
She has become a valued friend..
Thank you… read more
Barbara needs help to keep her lovely house as nice as it is, so I helped in the garden , did some painting and tried to help her with whatever was necessary. She is always in a good mood,… read more
She has become a valued friend whom I look forward to seeing again in Poland one day.
Lucky is anyone who gets to host her.
Thank you Ewa
Advantages:
- variety of tasks
- dynamic environment
- host with good energy and sense of humor
- appreciation of your job
- possibility of creative job
- participation in daily life of NZ household
Disadvantages
NA
Thank you Barbara:)
Thanks Theuns
Thank you Barbara!
Anyone who gets to host her is blessed
Thank you Jodie and every best wish for fun safe travels
Barbara Godding DO ND
He is passionate about lifestyle and is a great gardener & problem solving handyman and has skills in the healing art. He is easy to have around and automatically shares in the day to day without having to be asked. He is very congenial, gentle and good natured.
A pleasure to host
We had prepared accordingly.
He did not show or reply to us until late 7th Oct via work away site that he had made other arrangements and would no longer be coming and no apology for the inconvenience… read more
Cheers Barb
I help her to built a deck, shelves doors, gardening...all this in a beautiful place! I will never forget the time spent with her. Thanks for all Barbara..
Welcome any time Tim.. Very best wishes
Hope to see him back some time..
P.s. The surrounding… read more