Enthusiastic gardeners, bird watchers and peace seekers welcome in Little River, New Zealand
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: 2 mai 2025
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Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Cyril)
Cyril landed at my place with a revenous hunger for a hard days work. I only wish I had more big jobs ready to go so I could better exploit his enthusiasm. He was a great puppysitter for my wee Pip and I know she loved his time here. I wish him luck out there and I hope he visits again.
Laissé par le workawayer (Cyril) pour l'hôte
Definitely one of the most amazing host you will be able to find on this platform !
Are you searching for a raw and natural place surrounded by such a beautiful nature and plenty of lovely birds (fan-tails will make you fall in love in a couple of seconds 🤗), such an awesome permaculture garden, eating healthy and savourus meals everyday, laughing
… read more around daily and to meet such awesome souls as Damon and her lovely Puppy are ?
Then it is your place to be ! 😁
The work is pretty varied and adaptable to your skills. Damon will make you feel home directly and you won't last long until you feel like you are a part of the family 🤗
Thank you again brother for such an awesome experience ❤️ It has been a real pleasure to take part of this beautiful adventure !
Laissé par le workawayer (Robin) pour l'hôte
We were only with Damon for a week and could quite happily have stayed for several more.. but I think immigration might have objected. Damon joked that we should just overstay and the govt would pay for the deportation flight !
Damon knows so much about permaculture, his surroundings and natural habitat that I struggled to take it all in so I
… read more just concentrated on taming his fabulous jungle.
Accomodation during our stay was just a basic caravan, but we felt more than welcome into his quirky home. I am still in awe that he has an eel in the river that comes to his call ! Last, but not least, apple of everyone eyes, Pip, always rewarding our attention with more shennanigans. If you get the chance to spend time at Damon's -take it.
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vibeke)
Vibeke was an absolute delight to host. She is bright and fun and brought her beaming smile and infectious laugh to every task and interaction. She was so exited to harvest and prepare food from the garden and her food was delicious. She brough fun and enthusiasm to any task I asked of her and I felt totally comfortable having her look after my
… read more wee puppy all day while I was at work, and also in lending her my self contained van to do some sight seeing of her own. I wish her only the best in her abventures and really hope she passes our way again.
Laissé par le workawayer (Vibeke) pour l'hôte
My time at Damon's really was such a great experience during my stay in New Zealand. His home is very beautiful and calm, surrounded by green, birds and lots of flowers! We had dinner every day together, and most ingredients were home-made/grown! I stayed in a campervan, which was very comfortable and offered enough privacy too! The overal
… read more atmosphere was very chill and I felt very comfortable while I was there. Damon really is one of the most generous and chill persons I have ever met. He is very positive and pro-active, and really likes to encourage good ideas or plans! He'll definitely help you with anything you need or want to do! Damon learned me how to make my own sourdough, and we also gathered some fresh mussels together! We had some great conversations and laughed a lot too, Damon definitely has a great sense of humor. At the end of my stay, he even let me rent his van for my last week in New Zealand, for which I am still very grateful. Thank you Damon, for such a beautiful time!! :))Photos
Berry house containing raspberries, hybrid berries, logan berries and boysenberries
tunnel house viewed from under Kakabeak
main house viewed from creek
main house viewed from herb wall
main house viewed from hammock beside the creek
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Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Cyril)
Cyril landed at my place with a revenous hunger for a hard days work. I only wish I had more big jobs ready to go so I could better exploit his enthusiasm. He was a great puppysitter for my wee Pip and I know she loved his time here. I wish him luck out there and I hope he visits again.
Laissé par le workawayer (Cyril) pour l'hôte
Definitely one of the most amazing host you will be able to find on this platform !
Are you searching for a raw and natural place surrounded by such a beautiful nature and plenty of lovely birds (fan-tails will make you fall in love in a couple of seconds 🤗), such an awesome permaculture garden, eating healthy and savourus meals everyday, laughing
… read more around daily and to meet such awesome souls as Damon and her lovely Puppy are ?
Then it is your place to be ! 😁
The work is pretty varied and adaptable to your skills. Damon will make you feel home directly and you won't last long until you feel like you are a part of the family 🤗
Thank you again brother for such an awesome experience ❤️ It has been a real pleasure to take part of this beautiful adventure !
Laissé par le workawayer (Robin) pour l'hôte
We were only with Damon for a week and could quite happily have stayed for several more.. but I think immigration might have objected. Damon joked that we should just overstay and the govt would pay for the deportation flight !
Damon knows so much about permaculture, his surroundings and natural habitat that I struggled to take it all in so I
… read more just concentrated on taming his fabulous jungle.
Accomodation during our stay was just a basic caravan, but we felt more than welcome into his quirky home. I am still in awe that he has an eel in the river that comes to his call ! Last, but not least, apple of everyone eyes, Pip, always rewarding our attention with more shennanigans. If you get the chance to spend time at Damon's -take it.
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Vibeke)
Vibeke was an absolute delight to host. She is bright and fun and brought her beaming smile and infectious laugh to every task and interaction. She was so exited to harvest and prepare food from the garden and her food was delicious. She brough fun and enthusiasm to any task I asked of her and I felt totally comfortable having her look after my
… read more wee puppy all day while I was at work, and also in lending her my self contained van to do some sight seeing of her own. I wish her only the best in her abventures and really hope she passes our way again.
Laissé par le workawayer (Vibeke) pour l'hôte
My time at Damon's really was such a great experience during my stay in New Zealand. His home is very beautiful and calm, surrounded by green, birds and lots of flowers! We had dinner every day together, and most ingredients were home-made/grown! I stayed in a campervan, which was very comfortable and offered enough privacy too! The overal
… read more atmosphere was very chill and I felt very comfortable while I was there. Damon really is one of the most generous and chill persons I have ever met. He is very positive and pro-active, and really likes to encourage good ideas or plans! He'll definitely help you with anything you need or want to do! Damon learned me how to make my own sourdough, and we also gathered some fresh mussels together! We had some great conversations and laughed a lot too, Damon definitely has a great sense of humor. At the end of my stay, he even let me rent his van for my last week in New Zealand, for which I am still very grateful. Thank you Damon, for such a beautiful time!! :))
Damon's home is warm and welcoming, in a stunning oasis of lush green vegetation, flowers, trees, organic vegetables.... and Damon is one of the most amazing workaway hosts I have ever had the pleasure to meet and spend time with.... along with his cute puppy Pip.
We spent a lovely week, taking Pip for walks, visiting the beautiful beaches in
… read more Banks Peninsula and exploring. I helped with peach / hazelnut harvesting, prepped peaches for dehydration, made a large batch of savoury peach sauce and cooked up crumbles for Damon to enjoy in the winter months... along with learning how to make Sourdough bread from its starter. Damon was kind, generous, great company, and very knowledable about many subjects, taking us to see the baby seals and an enjoyable visit to his local pub. Our accommodation was a caravan on his property, set away from the main house, affording privacy, which was warm, dry and a very comfy bed. If you're near Christchurch I definitely recommend seeing if Damon has space!
Laissé par le workawayer (LeahEire) pour l'hôte
I had a short but rewarding stay at Damon's special home, thanks so much again for hosting me & hopefully I can return some day :)
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Certainly! Here’s a longer and more detailed review:
My best friend Alanna and I had the pleasure of staying with Damon a couple of years ago, and our experience was truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, Damon welcomed us with open arms and quickly made us feel like part of his extended family. Over the month we spent there, we shared
… read more countless meals, laughter, and stories, creating memories that we still cherish.
Damon's property is nothing short of magical. Each day was a new adventure, from discovering the fascinating eels in his creek to watching the amazing array of birds that graced the trees. The playful ducks added an extra touch of joy to our time there. Life at Damon's was never dull; his place is alive with nature and wonder.
What truly stands out about Damon is the warmth and love he has infused into his home. He has created a sanctuary of peace and solitude, and his generosity in sharing this special space with others is truly remarkable. Damon’s passion for his environment and his dedication to creating a welcoming atmosphere made our stay exceptional.
Anyone who has the opportunity to stay with Damon is in for a remarkable experience. His kindness, coupled with the charm of his property, ensures that guests leave with a heart full of gratitude and unforgettable memories.
Laissé par le workawayer (Erin & Marcus) pour l'hôte
We were planning on staying with Damon for one week but ended up staying for two. That seems to happen to most workswayers who come here. That is because Damon makes you feel very comfortable and at home. His place is super warm and cozy - tucked up on the hillside and surrounded by beautiful native trees and plants. You won’t want to leave! His
… read more dog Pip is super cute and fun to hang out with all day. Our main priority was dog care but we also stayed busy doing small outdoor projects on his property and cooking meals. There is a really cool beach nearby and lots of beautiful scenery in the Banks peninsula. Damon is great to have some insightful conversations with and he is very relaxed and generous with his space. The caravan was warm and comfy for sleeping. Would highly recommend Damon as a host!Vous pouvez seulement contacter les workawayers avec une adhésion active.
Laissé par le workawayer (Glen & Anna) pour l'hôte
We spent a fantastic week with Damon and his new puppy Pip in December 2023. Damon welcomed us into his home as if it was our home too and fed us very well with delicious food. Damon showed us round the local area and his knowledge of the local environment and love of the local birds was awesome. We helped in the beautiful garden doing various
… read more jobs including weeding, tree felling and repairing netting. We could sit talking with Damon for hours, he's a super interesting and lovely guy. We will always remember our time here, and that's thanks to Damon.Vous pouvez seulement contacter les workawayers avec une adhésion active.
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Glen & Anna)
Glen and Anna stayed with me for 1 week in December 2023, and In that short time they got a truly impressive amount of work done. They were super eager for a hard days work in the garden, they contributed wonderfully genuine and insightful conversations in the evenings and we went on lots of local road trip adventures together. Thanks so much Glen
… read more and Anna, I thoroughly enjoyed every minute and am really grateful for all you guys achieved here.
Laissé par le workawayer (Alanna) pour l'hôte
katie and I stayed with Damon for 4 weeks and we had a beautiful time at his property. Damon was always keen to help us have the best experience while we were there, he took us on day trips around Little River and Christchurch which were beautiful. we helped with jobs around the place and Damon was patient and explained anything we wanted to know.
… read more We made dinner together every night which was special for all of us and we will cherish our time there forever.Vous pouvez seulement contacter les workawayers avec une adhésion active.
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Alanna)
Alanna and her friend Katie stayed with me in Little River, NZ for 4 weeks in Nov 2023 and that time was for me both hugely rewarding and wonderfully easy. They were super eager to help with anything I needed and approached all tasks with enthusiasm, smiles and flair. They brought a wonderful energy of fun and laughter with them, and also a warm
… read more and thoughtful kindness. We became like a cute wee family over that time which was very special and lovely.
Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Jantje)
Jantje was a total joy to host. She is wonderfully warm and friendly and is a diligent and enthusiastic worker. I had so much fun exploring my local beaty spots with her and experiencing them through her eyes. She is an absolute darling and i wish her the very very best in her adventures.
Laissé par le workawayer (Jantje) pour l'hôte
Damon is a great host, who makes you feel more than welcome in his wonderful place. He is a funny, lovely, smart guy, who loves to go on adventures. His place is surrounded by nature and it is the most beautiful Workaway place I have ever been to. Most of my work was in the garden. One of the main tasks were weeding and cutting the grass. In my
… read more free time I did some hiking trips. There is a really nice lake close by or you can go up the hill and have an awesome view. Damon and I went on some really fun road trips together. He showed me the beach, a forest, a bay with seals and a bay with an island. I really enjoyed this week a lot. Damon, thank you so much for everything. I hope we see each other again.Help with DIY and gardening in Whangarei, New Zealand
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