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Description
We have an 18 acre lifestyle block just steps away from the Tuki Tuki river. We are a family of 5 people (1 traveling, 1 at Uni and 1 at home), 2 horses, 4 sheep, 2 dogs and 2 goats!
We run a working pottery and divide our time with looking after the animals and the demands of a lifestyle block. Debbie also works part time in Havelock North.
We prefer to take couples over 25 as they are more comfortable with a couple of old fogies like us!!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
The chance to see some great scenery, maybe on horse back if experienced rider. Chance to make pottery with a Master Potter. See the running of a life saving club and meet some lifeguards (3 lifeguards in family!!)
Help
There is always a project/jobs on the go, so you might be painting one day or doing some handyman work another day. The work is so varied, from feeding the animals, maintaining the orchard and vegetable garden, collecting wood, general up keeping of the property. Cleaning and upkeep of the main house is always appreciated. Also help with preparation of meals and clearing up after.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Accommodated in the main house with us. Can accommodate 2 adults either as 2 singles or a couple as bedroom has a bed that can be made as a twin or a King bed. Own bathroom.
Diet - No specifications on diet but if vegetarian, happy to provide ingredients, but probably you would be better to cook it and we will be happy to eat it!
What else ...
Local waterfall, great hiking trails, beaches and wineries to visit. Art Deco city Napier. Splash Planet. Use of bikes and canoes if river not flooded.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Good wifi connection
Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of parking
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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Thank you so much for the lovely stay in your home!
As for the work we did, Debbie had a list of prioritized tasks, which were to be completed by the end of our stay.… read more
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Thank you so much for the lovely stay in your home!
As for the work we did, Debbie had a list of prioritized tasks, which were to be completed by the end of our stay.… read more
In our freetime we explored the area, always equipped with a bunch of recommendations on where to go.
We also had the possibility to ride… read more
