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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
23 Apr 2024
Reply rate
78.3 %
Usually responds within 5 days
Feedback
35
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Description
Hi my name is Robyn and I live in Raglan, famous for it's amazing surf, laidback lifestyle and friendly community. My home is a lovely, sunny, comfortable and creative space which I share with two dogs, as well as friends and family who come to chill out at the beach, there are also 2 self contained studios at the back of my house which I currently rent out to Akshay and Ryan - both lovely guys from the UK who are enjoying the Raglan life.
I work as a health professional, make art and craft, practice yoga, and enjoy getting out to the beaches with the dogs or walking in the bush areas around my home. I am vegetarian and live a quiet, healthy lifestyle.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Raglan is a really stunning place with lots of beaches, bush walks, surfing and yoga classes to get involved in.
Help
I work 4 days a week, some at home and some out of Raglan, so you will need to be able to work alone and sometimes be available to work with me on a project over the weekend. I am pretty flexible how you do your hours - eg 4 hours a day or 8 hours one day and a day off the next....20 hours over the week in total whether that's during the week or weekend.
There is gardening to do and general looking after/maintenance around the house which might involve spring cleaning or water blasting, interior/exterior painting. Sometimes I have craft projects happening that you might help out with and if you are handy on the tools I might get you building or demolishing something.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Maori: Beginner
Accommodation
A comfortable, warm and sunny home, there is a double or single room in the house for workawayers to stay in . The bathroom, kitchen & living areas are shared spaces in the main house.
What else ...
While there is bus service in the area it is not particularly frequent or useful for getting around beyond taking you to Hamilton city ....it's an easily walkable distance to swim in the harbour....need to drive or cycle to get to good surf beach.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Driveway alongside house allows for space for vans
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
4 -5 hours for 5 days per week
Host ref number: 487331919834
Feedback (17)
6 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ricarda)
Ricarda stayed 2 weeks and settled in so well to my little household it felt like she had been here a lifetime - such a lovely easy going sweet soul to share space with. Ricarda was great at managing her own time and being self motivated in completing tasks - she gave the house a much needed clean and tidy especially the kitchen, got busy weeding… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ricarda) for host
I stayed two weeks with Robyn and had a lovely time. She is living in a beautiful place in Raglan with her two very friendly dogs and loads of interesting books.
Her friends and dogs are funny and don't share food. Robyn does though. Furthermore Robyn keeps a glas of water in her Microwave but neither her or me do really know why. Her Dog… read more
Her friends and dogs are funny and don't share food. Robyn does though. Furthermore Robyn keeps a glas of water in her Microwave but neither her or me do really know why. Her Dog… read more
5 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie)
Melanie was an absolute joy to have in my home - super friendly and easy to get along with plus a really hard worker, well organised and self motivated.
(Excellent
)
21 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde & Evan) for host
Robyn was such an amazing host. We had such an incredible stay with her. We are so grateful that we had the chance to stay with her and do work for her.
We painted the fence of her house and we had such a fun time. She was so caring with us making sure we got everything we needed.
We also did some cooking and cleaning, and we had the chance to… read more
We painted the fence of her house and we had such a fun time. She was so caring with us making sure we got everything we needed.
We also did some cooking and cleaning, and we had the chance to… read more
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6 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Ricarda)
Ricarda stayed 2 weeks and settled in so well to my little household it felt like she had been here a lifetime - such a lovely easy going sweet soul to share space with. Ricarda was great at managing her own time and being self motivated in completing tasks - she gave the house a much needed clean and tidy especially the kitchen, got busy weeding… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Ricarda) for host
I stayed two weeks with Robyn and had a lovely time. She is living in a beautiful place in Raglan with her two very friendly dogs and loads of interesting books.
Her friends and dogs are funny and don't share food. Robyn does though. Furthermore Robyn keeps a glas of water in her Microwave but neither her or me do really know why. Her Dog… read more
Her friends and dogs are funny and don't share food. Robyn does though. Furthermore Robyn keeps a glas of water in her Microwave but neither her or me do really know why. Her Dog… read more
5 Nov 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie)
Melanie was an absolute joy to have in my home - super friendly and easy to get along with plus a really hard worker, well organised and self motivated.
(Excellent
)
21 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde & Evan) for host
Robyn was such an amazing host. We had such an incredible stay with her. We are so grateful that we had the chance to stay with her and do work for her.
We painted the fence of her house and we had such a fun time. She was so caring with us making sure we got everything we needed.
We also did some cooking and cleaning, and we had the chance to… read more
We painted the fence of her house and we had such a fun time. She was so caring with us making sure we got everything we needed.
We also did some cooking and cleaning, and we had the chance to… read more
28 Mar 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Ruby)
Ruby was an absolute delight to have come and stay in my home, she has a great sense of humour and is very easy to get along with. Ruby was great at being able to organise herself to get on and do the work that was needed - she cleared a very overgrown garden and created a lovely workable space - no mean feat !
I have no hesitation in recommending… read more
I have no hesitation in recommending… read more
(Excellent
)
10 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Thiago) for host
Robyn in the kindest host that I meet while volunteering in NZ. She is a very interesting women with a lot skills to share. We had great conversations while sharing some of the delicious meals that she often prepares. She has two cute dogs a nice veggie garden and lovely neighboors.
I initially arrive at her place to stay two weeks and in the… read more
I initially arrive at her place to stay two weeks and in the… read more
29 Jun 2020
Left by Workawayer (Elana) for host
My week spent at Robyn's in Raglan was a wonderful and restful time. The clean and welcoming home was inviting and calm, just what I needed after several months of travel. Robyn is a kind and gracious host who was a pleasure to cook with, eat with, and work with. I did some cooking tasks, some cleaning tasks, and some landscaping/gardening tasks.… read more
8 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Kate)
Kate is an amazing young woman, incredibly smart and skilled in her work and considerate and respectful of the home space .
Kate has an incredible work ethic, motivation and energy for every job that was thrown at her from cleaning the air bnb , looking after guests, to garden work and cooking amazing vegan food.
Kate came as a workawayer, stayed… read more
Kate has an incredible work ethic, motivation and energy for every job that was thrown at her from cleaning the air bnb , looking after guests, to garden work and cooking amazing vegan food.
Kate came as a workawayer, stayed… read more
(Excellent
)
29 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca) for host
I had a wonderful stay in Robyn in the beautiful town of Raglan, it was very relaxing and didn't feel like work! Robyn is a very kind, fun and interesting person and I learnt a lot from her over my short stay, especially about New Zealand & Maori culture. Raglan is an amazing place with a great community and so much to do in the area and Robyn's… read more
28 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rachel) for host
As a first experience of the workaway scheme, I couldn't have started with a better host. Robyn is an incredible person and really makes you feel part of her little bit of paradise in Raglan. I was lucky enough to stay with Robyn over an extended period of time and really enjoyed getting to know her and her way of life. Her outlook on life is fab… read more
10 May 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rachel)
Rachel came for a 2 week workaway experience and ended up staying for 3 months - she is an absolute gem ! a great personality with a fabulous outlook on life. She helped look after my house with cleaning and cooking and a little gardening and home maintenance , took care of the BnB - greeting guests and looking after their needs as well as… read more
(Excellent
)
13 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sören)
It was an absolute pleasure to host Soren, really lovely young man to share my home with. He went about his tasks well with thorough attention to the work of clearing weeds & gardening, building garden boxes, fixing steps & outdoor furniture and other general household jobs. He also plays a great game of table tennis ! Definitely recommend as a… read more
(Excellent
)
11 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sören) for host
I had a fantastic time at Robyn’s house.
I felt welcome all the time. We had a lot good tabletennis matches, tasty meals and great conversations.
Raglan is just ä absolutely beautiful and the best place for surfing I‘ve been so far.
Thank you for the great stay :)
I felt welcome all the time. We had a lot good tabletennis matches, tasty meals and great conversations.
Raglan is just ä absolutely beautiful and the best place for surfing I‘ve been so far.
Thank you for the great stay :)
28 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Tom & Rosie)
Tom & Rosie were great to have come and stay - good company , lots of laughs and great conversations - they got and did the work without having to be overseen and did a great job, cooked lovely meals and were super sweet with my wee dog Uku. Come back & visit :-)
(Excellent
)
26 Apr 2018
Left by Workawayer (Tom & Rosie) for host
Words cannot describe how lovely our stay was with Robyn. From the moment she picked us up from the bus stop we felt very welcome. The work was good fun and we were able to choose what we wanted to do depending on our plans. We really enjoyed all the dinners we shared and Tom is still watching the good wife now! We loved Raglan and all it had to… read more
19 Feb 2018
Left by Workawayer (Katharine) for host
Only positive things to say about my stay with Robyn in Raglan! She is a truly gracious and thoughtful host, and I so enjoyed being a part of her peaceful lifestyle. The work didn't feel like work as it was creative and collaborative and she was very flexible with the hours. I highly recommend Robyn to anyone looking for a genuine human… read more
10 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Henry & Akemi) for host
Robyn is an amazing host :) she made my stay in Raglan extremely pleasant and gave me all the info i needed to help me make the most of my time there. Raglan is a beautiful place with such a nice vibe! Hopefully i'll get another chance to visit soon for another game of table tennis with Robyn!
2 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Henry & Akemi)
Henry is an awesome young man ! He brings a lovely positive energy and his enthusiasm for life and adventure was great to bring into the household. He went about his work independently and did a great job...highly recommended....if you come back to NZ Henry make sure you make a stop by in Raglan :-)
(Excellent
)
3 Nov 2017
Left by Workawayer (Amy) for host
I stayed at Robyn's house from 22/9/2017 to 15/10/2017. Robyn is a health professional and lives healthily. She is a vegetarian and always does exercise. Uku, her dog, is very cute. He draws everyone's attention. He is the prince of the family!
In addition to gardening and cleaning the BnB, I did housework including cleaning the house and… read more
In addition to gardening and cleaning the BnB, I did housework including cleaning the house and… read more
2 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Amy)
Amy was a very nice person to have come and stay in my home - she cooked lots of lovely meals, kept the house clean & tidy , and helped in the garden- we had many interesting conversations over the dinner table. I admire her enthusiasm for travel and experiencing other cultures.
(Good
)
2 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Till)
Till was awesome! worked really hard, able to get on with jobs self directed, heaps of work in garden and around the house , did a great job of cleaning the BnB, and baked some delicious cookies :-) PLUS he was a pretty awesome friendly funny guy to have around...although needs to improve his scrabble game ha ha!
(Excellent
)
17 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Till) for host
What a brilliant time I had at Robyns place.
I stayed one month with Robyn and her little dog Uku, helping in the garden, cleaning around the house and cooking food. Everyday day was different so work didn't get boring. Besides that Robyn is such in interesting and lovely person. From the first day I felt intigrated in her life, we had lots of… read more
I stayed one month with Robyn and her little dog Uku, helping in the garden, cleaning around the house and cooking food. Everyday day was different so work didn't get boring. Besides that Robyn is such in interesting and lovely person. From the first day I felt intigrated in her life, we had lots of… read more
2 Nov 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Ingrid)
Ingrid was lovely to have come and stay in my home - a lovely warm and friendly presence, easy going and hard working - recommended workawayer - happy travels Ingrid :-)
(Excellent
)
28 May 2017
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
Robyn has been a wonderful, kind and just amazing host and we are extremely happy with our stay at her beautiful home and little soul Uku is also a great companion and we really enjoyed his company too. We liked working in Robyn's garden making it even more beautiful than it already is and doing little jobs around the house didn't even felt like… read more
28 May 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
So lovely to have Atis & Maija to stay in my home - warm,friendly, happy and easy going people just great to have around plus were an amazing help around the house! They took great care with my wee dog, prepared delicious healthy meals, did a really thorough job on cleaning up the house both inside and out ,worked hard in the garden and Atis was… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Apr 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (John)
John was AMAZING! completely transforming my house painting inside - and so easy to get along with too. I really enjoyed having him to come and stay in my home - he fitted in really easily , just like part of the family.
(Excellent
)
24 Jan 2015
Left by Workawayer (John) for host
Robyn is an amazing host
such a great host I stayed for a month! Robyn showed me around the local beaches and bush walks and gave me great vegetarian food. I didnt want my time to end here as it felt like home in the end.
Thank you Robyn
such a great host I stayed for a month! Robyn showed me around the local beaches and bush walks and gave me great vegetarian food. I didnt want my time to end here as it felt like home in the end.
Thank you Robyn
30 Mar 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Arek)
What an awesome young man Arek is! not only does he have great skills to share he brings a lovely big warm-hearted presence to your household. Arek helped clean up my computer, created an advertising poster for a small venture and helped with distribution plus cleaned up the garden, helped with my dog, did some painting in the house and fixed up… read more
(Excellent
)
5 Dec 2016
Left by Workawayer (MORGANE & Maxime) for host
We spent 3 wonderful weeks at Robyn's place ! Robyn is a very kind and interesting person, and we enjoyed help her to refresh her house. We wish her the best for her next adventures !
1 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (MORGANE & Maxime)
There should be an even higher rating than excellent for these guys! Max & Morgane are just a gorgeous couple and I feel really lucky to have had them come and stay, and to be able to get to know them. Amazing workers - able to get on with what was needed without lots of direction and worked above and beyond what was expected of them to help me… read more
(Excellent
)
1 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabian )
Fabian is an absolutely great guy to have come and stay for workaway - he got on and did all the work I needed done and was fabulous company to have around as well.
(Excellent
)
16 Sep 2014
Left by Workawayer (Daniela) for host
It couldn't have been any better with Robyn . She's just an amazing lovely warm hearted woman. I especially loved the gardening outside in the nature of the Waitakere Ranges. Stunning experience! I also loved the wide range of different kind of duties and options she gave me depending on the weather and on how I felt☺ I had so much fun with Uku… read more
14 Sep 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Daniela)
Daniela has been so great to have as a workawayer - she is a really easy going, warm hearted and joyful person to share your home with, always doing thoughtful things beyond what was asked for and as well she did an amazing job clearing away the garden.
(Excellent
)
27 Feb 2014
Left by host for Workawayer (Martina)
Martina was such a fabulous person to have come and stay in my home - from the beginning she fitted in easily here and was kind and caring with all the animals as well as doing an amazing job in the garden. I really enjoyed having her here and would recommend Martina to all Workaway hosts - a lovely lively easy- going presence and bubbly… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Feb 2014
Left by Workawayer (Martina) for host
A lovely place to stay in a wonderful home with a beautiful garden! - I enjoyed to stay with Robyn and her companions, the dog, the chickens and the budgies. They all made me very quickly feel as a part of the family. I would like to thank Robyn not only for her hospitality but also for showing me the splendid beaches and scenic tracks close to… read more
