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Beschreibung
I welcome independent, self-reliant global travelers to my suburban Rotorua base. On offer is a warm, comfortable, fully self-contained bedsit / sleepout / garden house in exchange for focused, targeted assistance to maintain and organize the property and my possessions, and to improve my quality of life.
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Rotorua is a world-renowned tourist mecca famous for Māori cultural experiences, geothermal attractions, and outdoor adventures.
A past career with the NZ foreign service allowed me to travel extensively worldwide. Today my lifestyle is anchored to highly structured timelines associated with global consulting commitments. I enjoy sharing my home with travellers - this brings a special diversity of minds and experiences and perspectives to me that fuel my rocket!
I value privacy and independence. This exchange is best suited to autonomous travelers. For me, a true cultural exchange is an intellectual and human partnership, not an entertainment or recreational activity. I measure the value of an exchange by the extent to which there is mutual trust, shared, aligned, respected, or compatible perspectives, and most importantly a mutual appreciation for broadening cultural horizons. While I maintain a highly focused schedule, I am always happy to share local knowledge to help guests make the most of their stay in Rotorua and for their journey throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. -
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This premium self-contained accommodation is available in exchange for 2 hours of focused daily assistance per person (14 hours p/w). Helpers buy and prepare their own food.
Start and finish times are entirely flexible to ensure you have full days free to explore. My workspace is systematically organized around absolute utility. Upon arrival, I provide a precise, master to-do list—including housekeeping, property maintenance, and digital layout support. You have the total freedom to independently select tasks that perfectly match the weather, your interests, and your genuine abilities. -
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Englisch: Fließend
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Unterkunft
Self-contained sleepout - small basic kitchenette, king size bed, private toilet and shower. Access to the main house for laundry and to the kitchen if cooking aromatic foods is available by prior arrangement.
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Was noch ...
Please note that I am highly introverted and frequently immersed in deep-work incubation cycles for my business. If it is essential for you to spend your free time being actively entertained by a chatty host family in an upscale social environment, this is NOT the correct fit for your journey. My home is custom-built for independent, autonomous travelers who value privacy, respect quiet professional spaces, and appreciate a premium night's sleep.
For your logistics, a major supermarket, local takeaway outlets, and a transit bus stop on Fairy Springs Road (SH5) are located just a few minutes' walk from the driveway. The Skyline Luge Gondola is clearly visible from the property. -
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There is a 240V mains hook-up outlet on the exterior of your accommodation. Only vehicles with an NZ Electrical Standards compliant power cable may use this outlet. I now use Wireless Nation for mobile internet data in my own motorhome so there is now no unlimited fibre wifi. BYO data.
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17 Juli 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (AndreaDianaTravel)
fabulous guests! Andrea and Diana are super positive, friendly and helpful willing workers... a joy to have stay! 100% unreservedly recommended to all :)
15 Juli 2026
Vom Workawayer (AndreaDianaTravel) für Host
We couldn’t have asked for a better first Workaway experience in Rotorua. Carol made us feel welcome from day one and was always kind, understanding, and encouraging. She trusted us, gave us flexibility with the tasks, and always appreciated our work.
We really enjoyed helping get the motorhome ready for her trip and looking after her home while … read more
We really enjoyed helping get the motorhome ready for her trip and looking after her home while … read more
19 Juni 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jenny)
Oh my goodness! I am struggling to express this emphatically enough... having Jenny stay was a total privilege! It was like having a family member return; we simply clicked from day one, and by the time of her departure, it was a super-click dynamic! She blitzed a ton of important reorganising, sorting, and sifting for me, completely transforming
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19 Juni 2026
Vom Workawayer (Jenny) für Host
Caro is such a kind and welcoming person. She gives a list of tasks for you to pick and choose, no pressure to get them all done at once. A quick check in on progress every day before starting tasks so she knows where you're up to and she is happy to answer any questions should you have any. The jobs can be tailored to your ability also. She was
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24 Mai 2026
Vom Workawayer (Leonie) für Host
I stayed in the sleepout for two weeks and had a great time. Caro is a very friendly, open-minded host and provided an organized list of the tasks which needed to be done. The flexible working hours are an absolute bonus!
Thank you very much
Thank you very much
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17 Juli 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (AndreaDianaTravel)
fabulous guests! Andrea and Diana are super positive, friendly and helpful willing workers... a joy to have stay! 100% unreservedly recommended to all :)
15 Juli 2026
Vom Workawayer (AndreaDianaTravel) für Host
We couldn’t have asked for a better first Workaway experience in Rotorua. Carol made us feel welcome from day one and was always kind, understanding, and encouraging. She trusted us, gave us flexibility with the tasks, and always appreciated our work.
We really enjoyed helping get the motorhome ready for her trip and looking after her home while … read more
We really enjoyed helping get the motorhome ready for her trip and looking after her home while … read more
19 Juni 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jenny)
Oh my goodness! I am struggling to express this emphatically enough... having Jenny stay was a total privilege! It was like having a family member return; we simply clicked from day one, and by the time of her departure, it was a super-click dynamic! She blitzed a ton of important reorganising, sorting, and sifting for me, completely transforming
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19 Juni 2026
Vom Workawayer (Jenny) für Host
Caro is such a kind and welcoming person. She gives a list of tasks for you to pick and choose, no pressure to get them all done at once. A quick check in on progress every day before starting tasks so she knows where you're up to and she is happy to answer any questions should you have any. The jobs can be tailored to your ability also. She was
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24 Mai 2026
Vom Workawayer (Leonie) für Host
I stayed in the sleepout for two weeks and had a great time. Caro is a very friendly, open-minded host and provided an organized list of the tasks which needed to be done. The flexible working hours are an absolute bonus!
Thank you very much
Thank you very much
13 März 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jerome & Aurelia)
Jérôme and Aurélia were an absolute delight to host! Aurélia brought tremendous energy and care to a range of indoor tasks — mopping floors, vacuuming, repotting rootbound plants, and cleaning the kitchen. Jérôme tackled outdoor work with real skill and pride, mowing lawns and refurbishing outdoor furniture to a fabulous standard. Both are keen to
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10 März 2026
Vom Workawayer (Jerome & Aurelia) für Host
Nous avons séjourné pendant 1 semaine dans le logement tout confort et en toute indépendance que propose Caro.
Une liste bien précise des actions a effectuer nous a été remise et trés clairement expliquée. Une relation simple et efficace car Caro répondait à toutes nos questions et elle a l habitude de recevoir des workaway.
Nous avons aussi … read more
Une liste bien précise des actions a effectuer nous a été remise et trés clairement expliquée. Une relation simple et efficace car Caro répondait à toutes nos questions et elle a l habitude de recevoir des workaway.
Nous avons aussi … read more
23 Feb. 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Maike & Daniel)
Maike and Danile are a lovely couple! super helpful and left the sleepout spotlessly clean ready for the next people... 100% recommended to all :)
22 Feb. 2026
Vom Workawayer (Maike & Daniel) für Host
We had a lovely stay in Rotorua doing some tasks around the house like mowing and cleaning. We could stay at the sleepout even Caro was not there all the time. Thanks for your trust!
30 Jan. 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (LouandChris)
In all my years of hosting, Lou and Chris have set a new standard for what's possible :) They took initiative at every turn. Tidying the yard, reorganizing spaces, motorhome maintenance and repairs... they have a wealth of knowledge and experience, fabulous self-directed attitudes, infectious enthusiasm and boundless energy. I felt able to trust
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28 Jan. 2026
Vom Workawayer (LouandChris) für Host
Caro came to our rescue as a last minute host and right from the start, we knew we had found a perfect host.
Caro has a heart of gold, and is a super positive person who loves to create a welcoming environment where you can really work to your strengths. Her philosophy is to provide simple clean accomodation in exchange for 2 hrs simple work and … read more
Caro has a heart of gold, and is a super positive person who loves to create a welcoming environment where you can really work to your strengths. Her philosophy is to provide simple clean accomodation in exchange for 2 hrs simple work and … read more
18 Jan. 2026
Vom Host für Workawayer (Mia & Nele)
Nele and Mia were polite, pleasant houseguests. They are willing learners with adventurous spirits! Workers at my place need to be self-directed so it's not ideal here for people who are better suited to a more structured environment with closer hands-on guidance and mentoring. Thanks again for your contribution and all the best for your ongoing
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10 Jan. 2026
Vom Workawayer (Mia & Nele) für Host
We had a wonderful stay at Caro's place. We stayed for one week and felt welcomed from the time we arrived. Caro is a very lovely and kind woman and was willing to guide and help us when we had questions about the tasks. The to-do list made it very easy for us to choose task that matched our skills. The flexible work hours made it possible for us
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9 Jan. 2026
Vom Workawayer (Faye & Sten) für Host
We had a lovely stay with Caro! The sleepout was nice and cozy and had everything we needed. Caro provided us with a clear overview of the possible tasks we could choose from. This made the work hours incredibly flexible and easy to fit in with our other sightseeing plans. Besides that, Caro was very welcoming and easy going.
Overall, we can … read more
Overall, we can … read more
29 Dez. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Amber & James) für Host
We had a wonderful time and felt genuinely welcomed from the moment we arrived. Carolyn is incredibly kind and inviting, offering a great private space while also making us feel comfortable being part of her home. We really enjoyed sharing stories and experiences together—especially solving the great mystery of the water tank :) The to-do list
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29 Dez. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Amber & James)
I cannot recommend James & Amber highly enough! James expertly repaired and reattached a water tank on my motorhome, demonstrating real technical know-how and problem-solving ability. He and Amber are such genuinely lovely people - polite, considerate, and cheerful with infectious positive energy. They're fastidious about cleaning up after their
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27 Okt. 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Thomas & Thomas)
Thomas and Yaël were super guests! thoughtful, energetic, loads of common sense and initiative... they tackled a yard cleanup with enthusiasm plus we were able to take a small load of rubbish to the landfill. And they majorly reorganised the chaotic contents of my motorhome as well. 100% unreservedly recommended!
23 Okt. 2025
Vom Workawayer (Thomas & Thomas) für Host
We spend 1 week at Caro's house, it was a good experience for us
Caro is very nice and flexible for works hours !
Work was easy, she give us a list for the week and we choose our organisation.
Accomadation was clean and good for enjoy Rotorua !
Caro is very nice and flexible for works hours !
Work was easy, she give us a list for the week and we choose our organisation.
Accomadation was clean and good for enjoy Rotorua !
15 Juli 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (MaloryandSebastien)
Malory & Sebastien were super helpful and pleasant to have stay! they are friendly, energetic and diligently reliable - 100% unreservedly recommended to all :)
14 Juli 2025
Vom Workawayer (MaloryandSebastien) für Host
We spent a week at Caro’s place and had a lovely time!
The work matched what was agreed upon: around 2 hours a day, with flexibility depending on our schedule. It mostly included gardening, doing small repairs, and helping organize the house. Caro communicated clearly about each task and was always willing to help if we needed guidance.
Our room … read more
The work matched what was agreed upon: around 2 hours a day, with flexibility depending on our schedule. It mostly included gardening, doing small repairs, and helping organize the house. Caro communicated clearly about each task and was always willing to help if we needed guidance.
Our room … read more
2 Juni 2025
Vom Host für Workawayer (Santiago & Victoria)
It was a total pleasure to have Victoria and Santiago stay! They are so energetic and it was particularly helpful for me that they were happy to be self-directed and self-reliant in relation to the work they did. Both by assistant Jill and I are both so grateful for their fabulous contributions in the brief time they were here... the impact is so
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2 Juni 2025
Vom Workawayer (Santiago & Victoria) für Host
We had a great experience at Caro's place. We stayed for 8 days and it was a wonderfull experience for us! She was really kind and clear with us :) We helped her in the house (cleaning the gutters, some weeding and washing the cars) and we had plenty of time to discover and explore Rotorua. The sleepout was super comfy and provided us with
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15 Mai 2025
Vom Workawayer (Theresa & Felix) für Host
We had a great experience at Caro's place. Everything was just as she describes it in her profile. She was very kind and caring and gave us great recommendations.
We did some gardening and jobs like weeding, cleaning the gutters and mowing the lawn. The sleepout in her backyard was super clean and provided us with everything that we needed. Thank … read more
We did some gardening and jobs like weeding, cleaning the gutters and mowing the lawn. The sleepout in her backyard was super clean and provided us with everything that we needed. Thank … read more
5 Dez. 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Laura & Tom)
Lara and Tom are super obliging, friendly and courteous! They completed a range of tasks while they here including installing shelves in a campervan, repairs to damaged drywall in the sleepout, tree trimming, installing an indoor clothesline and repairing a wooden coffee table... a total pleasure to host their stay here in Rotorua. 100%
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23 Juli 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Clarice & Tom)
I am so grateful for the opportunity to host these two incredibly charming souls... their wairua and energy has made a lasting and hugely positive uplifting contribution to my own personal quality of life :) it was an absolute pleasure to have the company of these two loving people who demonstrate so much care, concern and respect not just for
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18 Juli 2023
Vom Workawayer (Clarice & Tom) für Host
We had a wonderful 5 day stay with Caro! We helped her get her home back in order following her kitchen remodel, modified furniture and cooked a few dinners. She was very clear and reasonable with her requests, and very appreciative of the projects completed.
Her home is located a little outside of the downtown core, but easily walkable if you … read more
Her home is located a little outside of the downtown core, but easily walkable if you … read more
2 März 2023
Vom Workawayer (Mitja & Lara) für Host
We only saw Caro for a little more than an hour, but she was immediately open and friendly, so we felt like home right now. We looked after her house for a few days and did some small jobs for her.
Thank you for your trust and cordiality, we have been very lucky to work for you! :)
Thank you for your trust and cordiality, we have been very lucky to work for you! :)
27 Feb. 2023
Vom Host für Workawayer (Mitja & Lara)
Lara and Mitja were fabulous housesitters who seem to have done far too much work while I was away!! 100% unreservedly recommended to anyone who is fortunate enough to hear from them :)
13 Nov. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Balázs Bálint & Henrietta) für Host
Caro is a kind and intelligent woman, with whom we were able to discuss responsibilites with ease and with whom we could be independent. If you are into DIY stuff you can find plenty to do around her house, but she doesn't ask for much, plenty of freetime to explore Rotorua and the vicinity. We particularly enjoyed the fast internet and well
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1 Nov. 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Balázs Bálint & Henrietta)
Henrietta and Balázs were a total pleasure to have stay! They are an extremely courteous, considerate and energetic couple. 100% unreservedly recommended to anyone fortunate to hear from them :)
13 Nov. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Julia & Sascha) für Host
It was our first workaway experience and it was great!
Everything was well organized and the communication was very good!
Carolyn gave us all the freedom to explore the area of Rotorua!
we highly recommend this place
Everything was well organized and the communication was very good!
Carolyn gave us all the freedom to explore the area of Rotorua!
we highly recommend this place
19 Juli 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Julia & Sascha)
It was a pleasure to host Sascha and Julia's visit to Rotorua. These guys are cheerful, obliging and ultra-considerate. 100% unreservedly recommended to anyone fortunate enough to hear from them.
13 Nov. 2022
Vom Workawayer (Emily & Emily) für Host
Caros profile was very honest. She works very hard and left us too our own devices. We got left a list of jobs to pick and choose what we can do and want to do. The house was clean, tidy and we were able to help ourselves to any food. Recommend to anyone that wants to live independently
12 Nov. 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Emily & Emily)
Emily & Emily were courteous, considerate and conscientious houseguests, energetic workers and - most importantly for enjoying a stay here - were both well equipped to live life independently and self-reliantly. Highly recommended to anyone who hears from them :)
26 Juni 2022
Vom Host für Workawayer (Carolyn)
first workawayer in two long years since the arrival of covid... Carolyn is an amazingly cheerful person and I really enjoyed her company and her outlook on life - she's a magnet for positive energy :) 100% unreservedly recommended to all !!
18 Juni 2022
Vom Workawayer (Carolyn) für Host
This was my very first workaway, and it was awesome! Caro was so welcoming and nice. We had some interesting conversations and I left with a new friend. Her dog, Bailey, is adorable, and her assistant, Jill, was very nice, too. Caro wants to make sure her guests are doing what they want, as far as work goes. I picked up dog poop (HA!), raked, and
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13 Apr. 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Hannah & Jack)
Hannah & Jack were super guests! self-motivated, energetic and thoughtful... thank you so much for all the work you did while here. I hope you are hunkering down avoiding covid19 somewhere pleasant & safe! 100% unreservedly recommended to all :)
6 Apr. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Hannah & Jack) für Host
We had a lovely week at Caro's house. Caro provided a detailed list of jobs that we could choose from, which enabled us to pick what we could do each day and also liaise with Caro about what were priority jobs. We helped out around the house, gardening, cleaning, moving heavy objects... and giving Bailey a brush! ;)
We had a great week - the … read more
We had a great week - the … read more
7 März 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Pavel)
a conscientious worker, and a charming and considerate houseguest! 100% unreservedly recommended :)
9 Dez. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Pavel) für Host
Carol is a friendly and hospitable woman. Her extraordinary life and love for computer automation are close to me and admirable how Carol takes efficiency seriously. I'm glad I could help make her home cosier, and I wish Carol much to fulfil her dreams.
7 März 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Agnieszka)
thanks for staying Agnieszka! 100% unreservedly recommended as a super earnest and conscientious worker, and a considerate houseguest :)
25 Jan. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Agnieszka) für Host
Carolyn is a perfect host! She’s very warm and welcoming and at the same time very organized. You will be given a list of tasks divided into priorities, routine tasks, good and bad weather tasks. Everyone can pick something that suits their abilities, from household chores to gardening to tech tasks.
You are allowed to work at your own pace and … read more
You are allowed to work at your own pace and … read more
7 März 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (Cathy)
it was a real pleasure having Cathy stay... I enjoyed her company and the knowledge she shared so much and I cannot recall ever being so talkative! workwise, she is incredibly energetic, pragmatic, resourceful and self-reliant... 100% unreservedly recommended :)
16 Feb. 2020
Vom Workawayer (Cathy) für Host
Caro welcomed me into her modest home in suburban Rotorua for my first workaway, and I stayed for a wonderful week. Like others have written, one of the pluses is the efficient way she organizes things, specifically, choosing tasks from a list Caro prints off, and working on those that hold interest/ one has the skills to perform.
The house is … read more
The house is … read more
10 Jan. 2020
Vom Host für Workawayer (William)
holy smoke! William sub-par was only here a few days but made quick work of installing a new TV aerial in galeforce winds, fixed a sliding door that had been dodgy for a decade or so, along with some ace housekeeping and clearing oodles of other small jobs... welcome back anytime and 100% unreservedly recommended to anyone fortunate enough to hear
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10 Jan. 2020
Vom Workawayer (William) für Host
At short notice Caro took me in and allowed me to stay despite me having a significant head cold. I felt very welcomed and comfortably independant, was able to potter around and do some of the tasks on her superb list. I had a really good time despite my illness, and will maybe come back and do some real work! Bailey is a gorgeous dog who likes a
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26 Dez. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Morgan)
Anmerkung: Der Workawayer hat den Aufenthalt gecancelt oder ist kurzfristig nicht erschienen.
23 Nov. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Alexandria & Joel)
Alex and Joel were a joy to host! they are energetic, pragmatic, resourceful and extremely self-reliant - exactly what is needed here. 100% unreservedly recommended to all :)
22 Nov. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Alexandria & Joel) für Host
We had a lovely week with Caro and Bailey! We immediately felt welcomed and comfortable in Caro's home. We had a lot of freedom in terms of planning our days, and choosing what type of work we wanted to complete (having to choose from a long list provided by Caro). It was a treat to be able to choose tasks that we felt we could excel at, and we
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24 Juni 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (SaraDom)
Sara and Dom were really lovely houseguests... it was so reassuring for me to know my treasured dog was in safe hands while I was out of town with these two energetic, intelligent, resourceful and thoughtful people at the helm taking care of things in my absence... I feel so fortunate to have met you both! unreservedly recommended to all...
23 Juni 2019
Vom Workawayer (SaraDom) für Host
We house-sat for a week.
As described by others, Caro is a wonderful host, and person.
Her work is very organized, so you can choose from a list of indoor, outdoor, or priority tasks that suit your skills, and do the work at your pace. This is a great place for people who thrive in self-directed work.
Bailey is a very well trained dog, and you … read more
As described by others, Caro is a wonderful host, and person.
Her work is very organized, so you can choose from a list of indoor, outdoor, or priority tasks that suit your skills, and do the work at your pace. This is a great place for people who thrive in self-directed work.
Bailey is a very well trained dog, and you … read more
17 Mai 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Jolana & Martin)
Jola and Martin are both really pleasant to have around, considerate and highly self-motivated... they tackled my to-do list with fabulous energy. One of the many tasks they ticked off was particularly tedious and time-consuming. They ploughed through that work cheerfully and in the methodical, systematic way necessary to do the job well. And to
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17 Mai 2019
Vom Workawayer (Jolana & Martin) für Host
It was super nice to stay with Caro, we felt very welcome and it felt like being home for a while. Caro has the kindest doggo Bailey he is very sweet and he is enjoying to have a new guests around. The work is well organised and we always found it easy to find work that suit it us well. We had only good times here and we were really happy to have
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22 Apr. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Javiera & Álvaro Ignacio)
Anmerkung: Der Workawayer hat den Aufenthalt gecancelt oder ist kurzfristig nicht erschienen.
18 Feb. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (AnnaNoha)
It was a real pleasure having Anna-Noha stay... she has a very calm and friendly demeanor and just quietly plows thru chores with a smile. Thanks again for everything you did while here, much appreciated!
18 Feb. 2019
Vom Workawayer (AnnaNoha) für Host
Caro is just wonderful, so warmhearted and she made me feel home from the very first moment. The home is lovely with lots of personality, a comfortable bed and a very cute dog. Caro is always interested in your comfort and lets you choose from different types of light work, so you can have plenty of time to explore Rotorua and the surrounding.
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13 Feb. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Camille & Hadrien)
a total pleasure to host your stay Hadrien & Camille! you are both so energetic and cheerful and obliging... I am still smiling at Hadrien's relentlessly cheerful - masochistic!? delight in what could only appear to be ultramarathon torture! the wonderful upbeat vibe you shared here lingers still... and the very first person for me to share my
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13 Feb. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Camille & Hadrien) für Host
We came for a stay and found a family!
From the very first moment we met Caro we felt at home, she's sooo nice and friendly. We've come to Rotorua to run the Tarawera trail and couldn't hope for a best home to prepare: amazing room, nice atmosphere, structured to-do list (she has a list of task, so helpful!), and cheering (are you crazy? why run … read more
From the very first moment we met Caro we felt at home, she's sooo nice and friendly. We've come to Rotorua to run the Tarawera trail and couldn't hope for a best home to prepare: amazing room, nice atmosphere, structured to-do list (she has a list of task, so helpful!), and cheering (are you crazy? why run … read more
10 Feb. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Camille & Anaïs) für Host
Caro welcomed us for few days in her house with her beautiful dog Bailey.
Her house is very well located to visit the nice cit of Rotorua. Caro is very kind person and she is a very nice host.
Thank you for having us with you ! We recommed her :)
Her house is very well located to visit the nice cit of Rotorua. Caro is very kind person and she is a very nice host.
Thank you for having us with you ! We recommed her :)
6 Feb. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (Charlene)
Charlene is so charming & so energetic! you will be pleased to know the dreaded evil plant you started to decimate is now officially chopped... leaves all gone but not so sure about those resiliant roots! thanks again for your wonderful efforts... much appreciated :)
6 Feb. 2019
Vom Workawayer (Charlene) für Host
I had a super stay in Caroline's house. Caroline warmly welcomed me at 8.00 am as I left my couchsurfing. She is super organized for the main tasks and very flexible so that you can easily plan your trip on your free time. The bedroom is comfortable and Caroline's house is well located. Besides she has such a lovely Cavalier King Charles ! I
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18 Jan. 2019
Vom Host für Workawayer (FEDERICO)
Federico is charming and obliging... he started work within minutes of arrival!! firstly chopping down trees and mowing the lawn on a really hot sunny day... and on subsequent days he helped by moving furniture, water-blasting, weeding, cooking, cleaning a bbq, and general tidying and reorganising... he is a really hard-working person willing to
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15 Jan. 2019
Vom Workawayer (FEDERICO) für Host
I spent a very nice week at Caro's place. She is so kind and took care of me in a lovely way. She let me choose between several tasks and I was very independent and flexible. The work was more than fair and never hard. I enjoyed a lot sightseeing the Rotorua area, so many beautiful spots to discover. She was so kind to bring me at lake Tarawera
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3 Dez. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Philippa & Allan)
it was a pleasure to host travellers who are nearer to my own age for a change... my only grumble is that Philippa spent way too much time working instead of getting out and enjoying the sights... errr even tho it was raining and pretty dreary weather for almost all of your visit unfortunately :( But thanks for the damage control remedies and
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2 Dez. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Philippa & Allan) für Host
We spent a fab few days at Caro's place and felt very much 'at home'. Caro is a very welcoming and friendly host and accommodation in the 'sleep out' was just as described and we were very comfortable during our stay. In all we had a very sociable and enjoyable time and was sorry it wasn't for longer. Bailey the dog is lovely too! Thank you very
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29 Nov. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Andrea & Marketa)
Marky & Andrea were pure joy to have around! they are just so cheerful and obliging... aside from the big jobs on the to-do list that they tackled with relentless energy, there were gazillions of little things that they saw needed doing without me even asking and blitzed them too in a way that seemed almost effortless! I suspect Bails misses them
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26 Nov. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Andrea & Marketa) für Host
It was a great pleasure to stay at Caros place. We were feeling very welcome, actually as at home :) it was just perfect we got the list of very wide range of tasks we could choose from and do it whenever suits us, so we vere very flexible to go out anytime we wanted. Also you are free to do the tasks your way, which is great :) Caro is great
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29 Nov. 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Justin)
charming, pragmatic and energetic - efficiency on wheels! Justin is well-organised in himself and he demonstrated the ability to exercise good judgment, work independently and sensibly... BTW he also bakes a mean cake and crêpes!
unreservedly recommended :)
unreservedly recommended :)
26 Nov. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Justin) für Host
Caro was the perfect host I was hoping for when looking for my first workaway experience.
She made my time in Rotorua terrific! Caro is more than awesome, really flexible and enthusiastic to help you whenever she can.
I was really glad to have been her guest and I definitely enjoyed my time in here and the tasks she gave me.
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She made my time in Rotorua terrific! Caro is more than awesome, really flexible and enthusiastic to help you whenever she can.
I was really glad to have been her guest and I definitely enjoyed my time in here and the tasks she gave me.
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27 Juni 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied)
fabulous young couple! very upbeat and lots of youthful energy... a joy to host!
22 Juni 2018
Vom Workawayer (Workaway-Mitglied) für Host
Caro was a wonderful host, we're really glad to have met her! We stayed one week and we loved the sleepout, it has everything you might need and we both appreciated having our own space so close to a good bus link and shops. The list of tasks Caro gave us was very manageable and she was very clear about what we should prioritize. We had a
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2 Mai 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Fabien & Lauren)
wow - I am so glad to have met Fabien & Lauren and so grateful for everything they achieved! Fabien is not just who he says he is, he's actually a magician... give him insufficient materials, inadequate tools, vague instructions plus add some bad weather to the mix and he still delivers :) between the two of them, they blitzed oodles, indoors and
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23 Apr. 2018
Vom Workawayer (Fabien & Lauren) für Host
Caro was a great host and wonderful to get to know. We stayed a week in her very comfortable sleep out. The tasks were organized and enjoyable as there was freedom to pick from various tasks. There was no specific times so we had a lot of flexibility in deciding when to do the hours. The place was conveniently located to a lot of rotorua’s
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10 März 2018
Vom Workawayer (Juan Ignacio) für Host
I stayed for one week at Caro's place. The sleep out is very comfortable and has everything you can need. The house is located a short bus ride from Rotorua center and walking distance from the shops and supermarket. Caro is a really kind host and always willing to help, she is very organized with the tasks to be done, so you can pick whatever
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6 März 2018
Vom Host für Workawayer (Juan Ignacio)
Juan stayed a week and was a fabulous guest! He is charming and relaxed. He tackled lots of tasks with enthusiasm - painting and various other repairs & maintenance. Thank you so much for everything you did and best wishes for your travels. I can 100% unreservedly recommend to prospective future hosts.
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