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Beschreibung
1.5 acres bush in scenic reserve, with kiwi, weka, tui and other native birds, minutes away from beaches and the charming village of Russell. Your accommodation is a Tiny House with ecologically sensitive and green systems. If you'd like to spend some time in the Bay of Islands, would like your own place, do your own thing in exchange for a couple of hours work - let us know ;-)
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Arten von Hilfe und Lernmöglichkeiten
Leichte Gartenarbeit
Kreative Heimwerkerprojekte
Hausarbeiten
Leichte Instandhaltungsarbeiten
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Leben im Camper-Van
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Selbstentwicklung
Musik
Gartenarbeiten
Kochen & Backen
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Kultureller Austausch und Lernmöglichkeiten
Multi cultural background and understanding. We immigrated 37 years ago and have been very involved within the community. We owned and run a restaurant for 10 years, and Peter has been a paramedic with the St John ambulance for 17 years. We offer local knowledge, advise etc.
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Arbeit
General garden and property projects, tree trimmings, pathways, painting, maintenance etc.
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Gesprochene Sprachen
Deutsch: Fließend
Englisch: Fließend
Italienisch: Fließend
Niederländisch: Fließend
Französisch: Gute KenntnisseDieser Gastgeber bietet Sprachaustausch an
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Unterkunft
You will have your own Tiny House (Whare Iti) on the property, enjoying privacy, peaceful bush surroundings and impressive views. There is power (solar), gas hot water and stove, bathroom with shower, indoor composting toilet and a fireplace for the colder months.
The Tiny House has it's own kitchen, fridge and cooking facilities to give our guests freedom to follow their own meal plans and dietery requirements. The exchange we are offering is for accommodation only! -
Was noch ...
Hiking, sailing, surfing, fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, paragliding, golfing, horse riding and much more... we have some of the best restaurants and vineyards in the neighbourhood but when you stay in, you get to hear (sometimes see) our own kiwi and wekka as well as other native birds. Because we live rurally we can only accept guest that have their own car/transport.
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Wir besitzen Tiere
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Wir sind Raucher
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Familien möglich
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Kann Digital Nomads unterbringen
You have your own tiny home that is connected through an AP (access point) from our ubiquiti wifi network. Fast wireless broadband is provided for business and normal everyday use. For unlimited streaming and downloading we need to come to an arrangement.
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Meine Tiere/Haustiere
Ubi (3 Jahren)
Maremma x Hunterway
Radar (9 Jahren)
Irish Wolfhound, the most gentle of giants
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15 Juli 2026
Vom Workawayer (Luc & Helene) für Host
Our stay at Peter and Sylvia's property has been genuinely great. We were so good up there that we have stayed at bit more than we had planned. We have shared a lot of fun times with Peter, Sylvia (when she came back from her travels), their dogs ans their friends. We have got so many good memories and great stories to share with our people back
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5 Juli 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Luc & Helene)
Helene and Luc are among the very best people we have ever had the pleasure of hosting. They stayed with us for almost six weeks, and throughout that time they consistently exceeded our expectations.
Their work ethic is of the highest standard. It never felt as though they were simply completing assigned tasks—they took genuine ownership of every … read more
Their work ethic is of the highest standard. It never felt as though they were simply completing assigned tasks—they took genuine ownership of every … read more
14 März 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Romy & Michael)
Romy and Michael arrived with a level of eagerness and enthusiasm that has been unparalleled for many years. Occasionally, you meet a couple who simply get it—and they are exactly that. Communication with them is effortless, and their mature understanding of what property owners value makes them exceptionally trustworthy.
They had a sincere … read more
They had a sincere … read more
14 März 2025
Vom Workawayer (Romy & Michael) für Host
Our Workaway experience with Peter and Sylvia felt too good to be true — we couldn’t believe how amazing the setup was. It felt like we had hit the jackpot. With only three hours of work a day (which we could also accumulate to take a couple of days off), we had plenty of time to relax and explore the paradise that is the Bay of Islands.
We found … read more
We found … read more
21 Feb. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Shauna & Caolán)
We enjoyed Shauna and Caolan’s company over the two weeks they were with us. Their wonderful Irish charm and laid-back approach to life truly enriched our days. They were a great help around the house, taking care of everyday tasks such as cleaning gutters, washing solar panels, and weeding gravel driveways—all done promptly and to our complete
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20 Feb. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Shauna & Caolán) für Host
Peter and Sylvia made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. We loved our time in the tiny home. We learned how to harvest bananas and were given our very own bunch so we were able to make banana pancakes and banana bread all from the comfort of our tiny home. The work was fair and the hours were flexible which was great! The surrounding
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15 Juli 2026
Vom Workawayer (Luc & Helene) für Host
Our stay at Peter and Sylvia's property has been genuinely great. We were so good up there that we have stayed at bit more than we had planned. We have shared a lot of fun times with Peter, Sylvia (when she came back from her travels), their dogs ans their friends. We have got so many good memories and great stories to share with our people back
… read more
5 Juli 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Luc & Helene)
Helene and Luc are among the very best people we have ever had the pleasure of hosting. They stayed with us for almost six weeks, and throughout that time they consistently exceeded our expectations.
Their work ethic is of the highest standard. It never felt as though they were simply completing assigned tasks—they took genuine ownership of every … read more
Their work ethic is of the highest standard. It never felt as though they were simply completing assigned tasks—they took genuine ownership of every … read more
14 März 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Romy & Michael)
Romy and Michael arrived with a level of eagerness and enthusiasm that has been unparalleled for many years. Occasionally, you meet a couple who simply get it—and they are exactly that. Communication with them is effortless, and their mature understanding of what property owners value makes them exceptionally trustworthy.
They had a sincere … read more
They had a sincere … read more
14 März 2025
Vom Workawayer (Romy & Michael) für Host
Our Workaway experience with Peter and Sylvia felt too good to be true — we couldn’t believe how amazing the setup was. It felt like we had hit the jackpot. With only three hours of work a day (which we could also accumulate to take a couple of days off), we had plenty of time to relax and explore the paradise that is the Bay of Islands.
We found … read more
We found … read more
21 Feb. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Shauna & Caolán)
We enjoyed Shauna and Caolan’s company over the two weeks they were with us. Their wonderful Irish charm and laid-back approach to life truly enriched our days. They were a great help around the house, taking care of everyday tasks such as cleaning gutters, washing solar panels, and weeding gravel driveways—all done promptly and to our complete
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20 Feb. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Shauna & Caolán) für Host
Peter and Sylvia made us feel so welcome from the moment we arrived. We loved our time in the tiny home. We learned how to harvest bananas and were given our very own bunch so we were able to make banana pancakes and banana bread all from the comfort of our tiny home. The work was fair and the hours were flexible which was great! The surrounding
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21 Jan. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Sophie & George)
Hosting Sophie and George has been an absolute joy! They stayed with us for two wonderful weeks, and honestly, we wished they could have stayed longer. Their work ethic is truly exceptional—not once did it feel like they were just checking off tasks. Instead, they approached every job with dedication and a sense of ownership, as if it were their
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21 Jan. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Sophie & George) für Host
From the moment we arrived, Peter and Sylvia were so welcoming and friendly. The tiny house is lovely and was an absolutely perfect place to stay. We often couldn't believe we had such a great set up and could stay somewhere so nice in what is clearly a very popular part of New Zealand. The work was fun and well explained, and the flexibility of
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8 Jan. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Sarah & Finja)
It has been a true pleasure hosting Sarah and Finja as our guests. They stayed with us for just over three weeks and proved to be some of the most polite and considerate young individuals we have had the privilege of welcoming.
Given their young age and limited experience, we assigned them light gardening and cleaning tasks, which they approached … read more
Given their young age and limited experience, we assigned them light gardening and cleaning tasks, which they approached … read more
7 Jan. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Sarah & Finja) für Host
We spend 3 weeks in december at Peter and Silvias tiny house and it was everything we hoped for.
They are both very friendly and welcoming people. We really enjoyed our shared dinners, they are amazing cooks and the boat trip Peter took us on.
The work we did was always manageable and we enjoyed the work in the garden.
A big bonus were the daily … read more
They are both very friendly and welcoming people. We really enjoyed our shared dinners, they are amazing cooks and the boat trip Peter took us on.
The work we did was always manageable and we enjoyed the work in the garden.
A big bonus were the daily … read more
29 Sept. 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jeremy & Amélie)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Amelie and Jeremy with us. This hardworking young couple has truly improved our property—they mowed the lawns, neatly stacked firewood, washed the house, and left everything clean and organized. They are proactive, recognizing what needs to be done and completing tasks efficiently. Their time management is excellent,
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29 Sept. 2024
Vom Workawayer (Jeremy & Amélie) für Host
We spent two weeks with Peter and Silvia. They are very friendly and caring hosts.
Working in their property was very pleasant. Thanks to Peter for introducing us to fishing and to both of you for these friendly moments throughout our stay.
The tinny house is an ideal place to stay in nature. Everything you need is there and the terrace allows you … read more
Working in their property was very pleasant. Thanks to Peter for introducing us to fishing and to both of you for these friendly moments throughout our stay.
The tinny house is an ideal place to stay in nature. Everything you need is there and the terrace allows you … read more
19 Juli 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Liana)
Liana and Nick quickly became one of our favorite couples to host. They stayed with us for just over three weeks, and we wished they could have stayed longer.
Both Liana and Nick are incredibly relaxed and seasoned travelers. Their smiles can brighten even the gloomiest of days—Liana, in particular, always has a smile on her face!
Their work … read more
Both Liana and Nick are incredibly relaxed and seasoned travelers. Their smiles can brighten even the gloomiest of days—Liana, in particular, always has a smile on her face!
Their work … read more
19 Juli 2024
Vom Workawayer (Liana) für Host
Our stay with Peter and Silvia was awesome!
Peter, Silvia, Radar, and Ubi made us feel at home from the start. They were easy to talk with, and their company was warm and inviting. Their property itself was a dream come true. This was our first time staying in a tiny house and we were stoked, it had everything you need in a comfortable compact … read more
Peter, Silvia, Radar, and Ubi made us feel at home from the start. They were easy to talk with, and their company was warm and inviting. Their property itself was a dream come true. This was our first time staying in a tiny house and we were stoked, it had everything you need in a comfortable compact … read more
25 Juni 2024
Vom Workawayer (Joseba & Jenifer) für Host
We stayed for 3 wonderful weeks with Peter and Silvia and their adorable dogs Radar and Ubi. We felt at home helping them. We will miss the tranquility of this cozy little place and spend time with this beautiful family.
Peter and Silvia treated us to delicious dinners that we will never forget and shared long and pleasant conversations. The tiny … read more
Peter and Silvia treated us to delicious dinners that we will never forget and shared long and pleasant conversations. The tiny … read more
4 Juni 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Joseba & Jenifer)
We want to express our deepest gratitude for the amazing work Joseba and Jennifer did in our garden and property. They are dedicated, reliable and don’t shy away from hard work.
From weeding to pruning, and maintaining the garden, their contributions have been invaluable. Joseba has been able to fix and service all my power tools and gave us … read more
From weeding to pruning, and maintaining the garden, their contributions have been invaluable. Joseba has been able to fix and service all my power tools and gave us … read more
7 Mai 2024
Vom Host für Workawayer (Lélia)
Lelia has been a delight to host! We both agree that she would be ranking in the top 5 out of more than one hundred volunteers we hosted over the years. Lelia sees what needs doing and does it, in a gentle but steady way. Our place has never looked better. It is a pleasure to work with her, as communication is easy and light-hearted.
She also … read more
She also … read more
7 Mai 2024
Vom Workawayer (Lélia) für Host
I had 5 amazing weeks with Peter, Silvia and their two adorable dogs Ubi and Radar. Peter and Silvia are very welcoming and generous. They are wonderful hosts and all the moments shared with them were really nice. I would come back with pleasure! As for the work, I did some weeding, cleaning, lawnmowing, and some other gardening tasks. The work
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25 März 2024
Vom Workawayer (Thijs) für Host
Wonderfull people that will do everything to keep you happy. Im so happy that i could stay here for 3 weeks.
13 März 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Balint & Tímea)
Balint and Timi, an enthusiastic and driven couple from Hungary, have enriched our lives with a touch of maturity. We enjoyed their company and exchange of ideas. Both have excellent communication skills, a mind-set that thinks outside the box and a tenacity to finish what they started. They have all the qualities a host is looking for: honesty,
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12 März 2023
Vom Workawayer (Balint & Tímea) für Host
We absolutely loved our stay at Peter&Silvia's place. We were warmly greeted, the jobs were very well communicated, the location is peaceful and the area is full of birds, just as the profile says. Silvia and Peter are excellent hosts, who made us feel at home, away from home. They have amazing stories and a lot of knowledge about the area.
The … read more
The … read more
13 März 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Kristyna & Arjen)
One young couple we won’t forget. Kiki and Arjen have been a great pleasure to have on our lifestyle property. They have presented themselves very polite, enthusiastic and full of good will to make the most of their resources. Their work ethic is getting top marks. They both did not shy away from the more difficult and scary jobs. Even better,
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6 März 2023
Vom Workawayer (Kristyna & Arjen) für Host
We’ve had an amazing time with Peter and Silvia! Couldn't have hoped for better hosts! The jobs are fair and there is a lot to learn if you are open to it. The accommodation is amazing and there is nothing that we missed. There is a lot to do in the area and in the six weeks that we have been there we haven't been bored a day. Peter is a great
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13 März 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Katherine Amelia)
Katie has the proverbial smile, come rain or shine! We truly wished that she could have stayed longer. Growing up on a farm, she has the background to do most jobs that are part of lifestyling, and she does it with ease and a big happy smile. She is good company to work with or to go for a fish or pub crawl. Katie will always fit in and is able to
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9 März 2023
Vom Workawayer (Katherine Amelia) für Host
I stayed with Peter & Sylvia for two weeks and absolutely loved my time with them. A really friendly, homely atmosphere with varied work in their beautiful garden. I had the opportunity to go out fishing with Peter which was one of the best days I've had since being in NZ. Russell is a beautiful place to spend time with plenty of beaches to
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5 Jan. 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Till & Julia)
Julia and Till have been a pleasure to host. As a young couple, they worked very well together and executed their given tasks to satisfaction. Both are hard workers, very reliable, punctual and respectful. We have rarely seen another couple that was so active and curious to explore the Bay of Islands with snorkelling, hiking and beach-combing.
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4 Jan. 2023
Vom Workawayer (Till & Julia) für Host
We had such a fantastic time with Peter and Silvia!
The Tiny house is lovely and you have a lot of time to do your own thing there. Communication was always easy and the work was fun: we did a lot of weeding, loaning, firewood and other gardening tasks and we still had a lot of time to enjoy summer at the beautiful beaches. We got lots of good … read more
The Tiny house is lovely and you have a lot of time to do your own thing there. Communication was always easy and the work was fun: we did a lot of weeding, loaning, firewood and other gardening tasks and we still had a lot of time to enjoy summer at the beautiful beaches. We got lots of good … read more
29 Dez. 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Emma & Thelma)
Emma and Thelma have been very enjoyable company and hard workers. They stayed with us for a fortnight on their first Workaway experience. They are both truly delightful girls and I would recommend them to any other host.
Jumping in to every task with curiosity and integrity, they often worked well with a lightheartedness and laughter.
We wish … read more
Jumping in to every task with curiosity and integrity, they often worked well with a lightheartedness and laughter.
We wish … read more
29 Dez. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Emma & Thelma) für Host
We had a great stay with Peter and Silvia.
They were immediately very welcoming and kind to us.
We were free to organise our days as we wished and stayed in a very nice tiny house with a superb view.
Peter and Silvia invited us to share a meal with them several times and they are excellent cooks 🙂
Thanks again for the welcome, we really enjoyed … read more
They were immediately very welcoming and kind to us.
We were free to organise our days as we wished and stayed in a very nice tiny house with a superb view.
Peter and Silvia invited us to share a meal with them several times and they are excellent cooks 🙂
Thanks again for the welcome, we really enjoyed … read more
20 Nov. 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Nicole & Philipp)
Nicole and Philipp are coming with the highest praise! They set their minds to any tasks, participate in finding solutions, offer their advise, and can be left unsupervised to impress with their final result. They are not shying away from boring work nor are they squeamish to tackle the nastier jobs. They see what needs doing, and it’s done. Both
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19 Nov. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Nicole & Philipp) für Host
What an absolute pleasure it was to stay at Peter and Silvia's beautiful piece of paradise. We could not have asked for a better first workaway experience! We loved everything from the nice chats, the amazing food, the fishing trip, the tiny house to our three favorites Ubi, Schnitzel and Radar. Thank you for everything and please don't forget to
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17 Aug. 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Maëlle)
Maelle and Romain have been a delight to host. Both have a relaxed and positive attitude to life. They knew that the weather could be miserable, and it was. Many before them would succumb to gloom and irritation. Not these two! They kept working hard, getting wet, getting muddy, getting cold, and always with a smile. You guys are awesome and have
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13 Aug. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Maëlle) für Host
We were at Peter and Silvia's place for about 3 weeks and it was Amazing. They are kind, full of advises. They give you your own Space and the tiny house is so cool. We enjoyed our stay there even it was raining a lot haha. Both of them are really kind people with a true Heart. We would love to go back there !! And if you are invited for dinner
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12 Juli 2022
Vom Workawayer (carrotandlily) für Host
We stayed at Peter and Silvia's for about a week and had such an amazing time. We would have stayed longer had we not planned other things previously :) We mostly did weeding, woodchipping and clearing out areas of the property. It was not a huge amount of work and we felt like there was lots of flexibility with when we wanted to put our hours in
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28 Juni 2021
Vom Host für Workawayer (Greg)
Greg has been with us for about one month, and we, dogs included, enjoyed his company very much. Greg has shown a sensitive and soft approach to people, animals and projects. We say this with a lot of praise! Every job has been planned meticulously and executed with an eye for detail and precision. He is respectful and grateful. We can highly
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26 Juni 2021
Vom Workawayer (Greg) für Host
Peter and Silvia are fantastic hosts! Communication was easy and they were very welcoming. The tiny house is very clean and well maintained. Their property is beautiful and there are several beaches and walks to do in the area. The dogs and cat are also very friendly, though kept out of the tiny house so there are no problems with allergies. They
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8 Feb. 2021
Vom Host für Workawayer (Velvet & Jack)
We enjoyed the company of Velvet and Jack very much! Their work ethic is of the highest standard, their communication and respect to hosts and property as good as it gets. Their skill to immerse themselves into new environments and own their own 'savoir vivre' is a model for others to follow.
We can only highly recommend these two: if they offer … read more
We can only highly recommend these two: if they offer … read more
8 Feb. 2021
Vom Workawayer (Velvet & Jack) für Host
We had an AMAZING time staying with Peter and Silvia!
The work was relaxed and we were in charge of our own hours- we could amass hours to be taken off of another day which was good for going off exploring or for lazing on the beach!
Staying in the tiny house was an experience in itself, it is perfectly set up with everything you could possibly … read more
The work was relaxed and we were in charge of our own hours- we could amass hours to be taken off of another day which was good for going off exploring or for lazing on the beach!
Staying in the tiny house was an experience in itself, it is perfectly set up with everything you could possibly … read more
22 Dez. 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Matt & Malia)
Matt and Malia are a cut above the rest! With some people, you just know, that they can be trusted, and that they do things with your interest at heart. They work very well together, and they tackle any task with a typical kiwi 'can-do' attitude.
Matt volunteered to build a rock-wall beside our tiny home to make it look nicer and become more … read more
Matt volunteered to build a rock-wall beside our tiny home to make it look nicer and become more … read more
21 Dez. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Matt & Malia) für Host
Peter and Silvia are ideal hosts! They make you feel comfortable immediately, easy to chat with, and if you're lucky enough to be invited for dinner, they are the BEST cooks. Peter was generous enough to let us borrow some fishing and diving gear while we were there and it made our stay even more memorable! We were able to work independently on
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23 Sept. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Natsumi) für Host
I had a very fulfilling time in this lovely house! Peter and Sylvia have been very kind to me. I'm not good at English, but they spoke politely until I understood. Thanks to their kindness, I was able to live a truly relaxed life. Weeding in the garden was a lot of fun because I could feel the nature! It was a very good exercise! My best memory is
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23 Sept. 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Natsumi)
Natsumi has been a delight in every respect. Punctual, tidy, clean, respectful and all the other good attributes you wish of a workawayer.
She is one of those rare people that is very happy in her own company, works diligently and hard, but is also good fun to take out fishing or boating. She appreciates nature and is excited about all new … read more
She is one of those rare people that is very happy in her own company, works diligently and hard, but is also good fun to take out fishing or boating. She appreciates nature and is excited about all new … read more
31 Juli 2020
Vom Workawayer (Alexandre & Elleke) für Host
We spent one week with Sylvia and Peter; we can only wish we could've stayed longer!
Unluckily the weather wasn't great, it even rained so much some roads surrounding Russell were closed.
We helped pruning the plum trees and sanding and varnishing some tables.
The tiny house is comfortable, and gives you the needed privacy. The hours are … read more
Unluckily the weather wasn't great, it even rained so much some roads surrounding Russell were closed.
We helped pruning the plum trees and sanding and varnishing some tables.
The tiny house is comfortable, and gives you the needed privacy. The hours are … read more
13 Juli 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hayley & Felix)
We had a good time with Hayley and Felix. They both work to high standards and impress with their attention to detail. Felix did one of the more difficult jobs that many others kindly declined - working safely on the high roof to clean gutters & weatherboards, painting the hard to reach places behind bougainvilla etc.
We can highly recommend this … read more
We can highly recommend this … read more
12 Juli 2020
Vom Workawayer (Hayley & Felix) für Host
We had a restorative time in the Tiny house on Peter & Silvias magical slice of the bay of islands.
The house, gardens and surrounding Bush is great and the views lovely too!
They were appreciative of our help and we had some really interesting discussions about their own experiences travelling. They were also helpful and generous in setting us … read more
The house, gardens and surrounding Bush is great and the views lovely too!
They were appreciative of our help and we had some really interesting discussions about their own experiences travelling. They were also helpful and generous in setting us … read more
27 Juni 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Graeme & Brenda)
We can only reiterate what has been previously said about Greame and Brenda: They are the perfect workawayers! They are seasoned world-travellers, with the understanding of cultures and people. You can trust them to do the job with diligence and the perspective of the host. We also enjoyed their company and attitude to life. Four weeks went by too
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27 Juni 2020
Vom Workawayer (Graeme & Brenda) für Host
We've just spent 4 weeks staying with Peter and Sylvia and of course Radar the friendly giant ☺ in the beautiful Bay of Islands. They're a really friendly world wise couple and we were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived. They made every effort to ensure we had an enjoyable stay and we did. The tiny house is very cosy and has
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6 Juni 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jonas & Maddi)
Maddie and Jonas arrived a day before New Zealand went into lockdown. This altered the lives of many. From the first day we felt very comfortable with the young couple. Because of the new world order, we had to spend the first two weeks in our own bubbles. We felt sorry for both M&J, being locked up in an unknown place, finding their own 'new' way
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21 Mai 2020
Vom Workawayer (Jonas & Maddi) für Host
Peter and Sylvia are AMAZING! They were so so kind to us while we were hosted by them. They saved us during the coronavirus crisis and allowed us to stay almost two months while we were stranded in New Zealand due to cancelled flights. Their tiny home is super cute and cozy with a beautiful view. It is really paradise in Russell and the whole area
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2 Feb. 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Naomi & Gianpiero)
Naomi and Gianpiero have been two special people which we had the pleasure to meet. We particularly enjoyed their goodwill, positivity and joie-de-vivre. Life is all about telling a good story, respecting each others privacy and views, and helping each other where we can. They are very good at it. Thank you both for the company and good work. The
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1 Feb. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Naomi & Gianpiero) für Host
The time spent with Sylvia, Peter and Radar living at the Tiny House and working an their property was rewarding memorable and satisfying on all levels. From the moment we arrived we were greated by kindness, enriching conversation and a view that will stay in our minds and hearts for a lifetime!! Stepping into the Tiny House we felt immediately
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25 Dez. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Anneliese) für Host
After an exiting but also very exhausting first part of my journey, I was able to relax in my tiny house for a little while... Truly a little piece of paradise! The work in the garden and around the house was very diversified and I enjoyed these works a lot. Silvia and Peter are very attentive hosts, they have perfected the balance between
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26 Nov. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Skjalg & Mackenzie)
Mackenzie and Skjalg will never be forgotten. A young couple with high standards of environmental and social understanding. Always mindful, forward thinking and in tune with their surroundings. They integrated well with our lifestyle, had a pro-active approach to working and finding solutions, independant, creative and relaxed about it. We highly
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26 Nov. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Skjalg & Mackenzie) für Host
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Our three weeks with Peter and Silvia were filled with creation, weeding, fishing, laughter, delicious treats shared and a fair amount of autonomy. The tiny house gave us freedom and a space we felt was truly ours to relax into for the short time... and the ability to create our own schedule allowed us to work hard and long, let … read more
Our three weeks with Peter and Silvia were filled with creation, weeding, fishing, laughter, delicious treats shared and a fair amount of autonomy. The tiny house gave us freedom and a space we felt was truly ours to relax into for the short time... and the ability to create our own schedule allowed us to work hard and long, let … read more
18 Okt. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Christie & Edgars) für Host
We stayed in the tiny house for just two weeks but would have loved to stay there longer! The house and garden were beautiful and the environment was very relaxed. Peter and Sylvia were lovely and great to talk to as fellow Europeans in New Zealand. There was a cat, dogs, citrus trees, a view of the ocean, and a lot to do in the surrounding area.
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30 Aug. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Oliver & Aileen)
Aileen and Ollie have been the perfect guests. Both are very polite and consideret towards hosts, environment and property. Their work ethic is 2nd bar none. They left as friends and we are looking forward to meeting them again one day. We wish you some further awesome experiences along your travels, stay safe, Peter & Silvia
30 Aug. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Oliver & Aileen) für Host
We had an incredible time with Peter & Silvia! We planned to stay one or two weeks. In the end we stayed 2 months. We fell in love with the Tiny House and the magnificent view.
It never felt like working as an employer, more like helping friends :) We did a lot of different jobs around the property and Peter & Silvia always wanted to know our … read more
It never felt like working as an employer, more like helping friends :) We did a lot of different jobs around the property and Peter & Silvia always wanted to know our … read more
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