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Description
A pretty little 5 acre character lifestyle block 20 minutes from the city of Invercargill or 10 minutes from the lovely town of Winton. Would suit an animal lover as in residence are 3 dogs, 2 cats, 11 chooks and two horses. There are also some cute cattle and sheep boarding. An opportunity to enjoy a quiet rural setting and relax but near enough the city for the "coffee culture"
In the past, on my previous property have hosted Woofers and really enjoyed the experience and have made some great friends along the way.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Happy to take experienced riders out on my spare horse, there are some amazing beaches to ride on and other designated horse trails. Please note there is an 80kg weight limit for this. Opportunity improve horse riding skills, gardening knowledge and perhaps learn a little about DIY. Able to show guests the surrounding area both countryside and city and include in local events if desired. Near enough Fiordland to travel to on days off.
Help
I am looking for some help around the house, possibly some painting and gardening, nothing that I would not be prepared to to myself. ie pruning, picking up branches and weed whacking moving trailers of soil. Some work will be quite physical so must be prepared for that. Help with the horses if capable, exercising the dogs and feeding the chooks. No experience necessary but must be willing to learn. I have 3 demanding dogs so if you are not a dog lover then this is not for you.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Own large bedroom and two bathrooms in the house so no sharing. I am vegetarian so if you want to eat meat I have no objection but must we willing to buy and cook it yourself. If you are happy to share the cooking then that is a bonus.. Excellent Starlink internet.
What else ...
Note the horse riding is not considered work, this is something I am happy to accommodate in your free time if desired and you are considered capable. No public transport but only 15 minutes from the city so could drop guests off if they want to do a bit of shopping.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Starlink Internet
Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of parking.
Can possibly accept pets
possibly by arrangement, providing they fit in with my other animals then no problem
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Feedback (7)
Sylvia is a very tolerant and kind host, staying with her felt like sharing a flat with a good friend.
The best thing is for sure the company of her lovely animals, which are very trusty and in a big need of cuddles.
Perfect place to recharge my… read more
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Sylvia is a very tolerant and kind host, staying with her felt like sharing a flat with a good friend.
The best thing is for sure the company of her lovely animals, which are very trusty and in a big need of cuddles.
Perfect place to recharge my… read more
I worked around 4hours per day, gardening, cleaning,… it was always doable.
We had some good vegetarian meals. Sylvia was really nice and funny, she takes good care of the animals. We went on horse riding on the beach, it… read more
I had a wonderful week and Sylvia gave me lots of different things to do like mowing with that motorised lawner (lot of fun), cutting tree… read more
The work is very fair and nicely varied! I spent a few days… read more
(It is an enormous plus point if you like… read more
