Help with the kids, house and on our land near Kaitaia, New Zealand

New Zealand

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We are located in the Far North of the North Island, between Doubtless Bay and Kaitaia.

We have 3 acres of land, with 2 streams running though, a few established fruit trees and a small vegetable garden.
We have a goat, chickens, kittens and guineapigs.
There is always something in the garden to be chopped, weeded or tidied up. It's never ending!

We are a friendly, sociable family of 5, and we would love you to come and be a part of it.
Our children are 13, 8 and 6.
The children and I have recently spent 14 months in the UK, and also visited Dubai and Thailand on route, and they loved every moment.
All the children are involved in scouting, as well as myself.
They love exploring beaches, camping, and swimming/snorkelling.
Our eldest plays the ukulele and has a go at surfing.
They all love playing Lego, board/card games and on the Xbox too!

Plenty of great beaches around here. The closest being Cable Bay, in Doubtless Bay, just a 10 minute drive away.
Matai Bay, our favourite camping spot is just 30 minutes away, and a couple of lovely lakes are all within a 15 minute drive from here.
90 mile Beach is also about 20 minutes away.
Our nearest town Kaitaia is a 15 minute drive.
Type of help
Gardening
Babysitting / child care
General Maintenance
Help in the house
Help
We are looking for people that relate well to young children, have patience and enjoy playing with them. Helping around the home with day to day chores and keeping the house clean. Some mowing and weeding, and the odd tree chopping and clearing.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Your own room will be provided within the house. It's not a large room but has a queen bed in it.
Breakfast and evening meals ONLY will be provided. (Not lunch, as I am often out and about!)
You must provide your own lunch.
If you have any special food requirements please provide yourselves.
What else ...
It's important to us that you get on well with children, and are non smokers.
Kaitaia has a cinema, library, outdoor pools and shops.
You can do a bus tour to Cape Reinga which is fun and informative.
There is a bus to Kaitaia which caters for people getting to and from work so it leaves early and returns dinner time which anyone can use, but I am often out and have room in the car for extras.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 4 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (28)

09/12/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)

Hannah was very friendly, polite, caring, and helpful. We couldn't have asked to share our home with anyone better. Any task was not a problem and often used her own initiative. The kids enjoyed doing lots together including reading and playing games.
We really enjoyed having Hannah in our home and would recommend her to anyone. We wish her well… read more

(Excellent )

26/01/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (inga)

Thank you Inga for helping us for a couple of weeks. I would recommend Inga, she is very friendly and a pleasure to spend time with. She fit in very well with our family and enjoyed many activities that we participate in. Have fun with your travels Inga.

(Excellent )

06/12/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Mailys)

Mailys was a pleasure to host. The children loved her and enjoyed her teaching french to them. She enjoyed playing with the children, helped to keep the kitchen tidy (without needing to be asked) and loved being in the garden too.
I totally recommend her to anyone that's looking for a responsible, caring person to help them. Wishing you well… read more

(Excellent )

25/11/2017

Left by Workawayer (Mailys) for host

I stayed during 2 weeks in Rebecca's home and it was a real pleasure ! The kids are so funny and the work is not very hard (i was playing with them, I was gardening...). I had my own cosy room with a breakfast in the morning and a dinner.
Thank you Rebecca for this moment and maybe we'll meet again if you come in France ;)
A bientôt et un gros… read more

(Excellent )

22/10/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Stella)

Stella is lovely bubbly adventurous and caring. Was a pleasure to have us stay with us. Stella gave everything 100% and I wish her well on her next adventure. All my friends she met commented on how lovely and helpful she was with everyone. A real people person, and great with kids too.

(Excellent )

09/06/2017

Left by Workawayer (Caroline) for host

I had a good time at Rebecca's family; they are all very friendly. The work was not hard at all and I stayed in a cozy little room.
Thank you and best wishes to you.

(Very good )

24/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Caroline)

Caroline loves learning about the way people live, she has a great sense of fun and adventure. She was a great help in the house and the children really enjoyed her company.
A very friendly, happy person that is willing to help with whatever you ask of her. Thank you Caroline

(Excellent )

14/05/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Lynn)

Lynn was lovely, such a happy person to have around the house, and we loved trying her Korean meal she made for us.
She worked well with the tasks set, and looked after and played so well with the children.
Hopefully we will see you again, when we have some nicer weather!

(Excellent )

13/03/2017

Left by Workawayer (Melanie) for host

I had a nice but short time with Rebecca, Craig and the kids. They are really lovely and the kids adopted me from the first minute I was with them. Thank you so much!

(Excellent )

06/03/2017

Left by host for Workawayer (Melanie)

Melanie was very polite and helpful whilst with us for a few days. The children really liked her and asked for days where she had gone. Shame she had to leave us early.
She was a fast, hard worker and would recommend her to anyone.

(Excellent )

19/12/2016

Left by Workawayer (Maike) for host

I had a nice week with Rebecca and her family.
The place is pretty and the food was good.
Also the kids are very loovely.
I helped with cleaning in the house and played with the kids.
But there was always enough free time.
Thank you

(Excellent )

14/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Maike)

Meike unfortunately didn't stay for very long, but for the few days we spent together she was very helpful. A very polite, grateful and generous person, who genuinely cared for the children. She made a great effort to play and talk to the children, even if they didn't quite understand each other. Thank you for your few days help, happy travels.

(Excellent )

14/12/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Carla Marie Linnea & Janina Carmo)

2 very lovely girls. So happy and smiley, would brighten anyones day having these 2 around. They loved the children and even through themselves into singing Maori songs and dance with my 3 year old. Happy travels girls, I would recommend them to anyone seeking help. Thank you

(Excellent )

17/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Carla Marie Linnea & Janina Carmo) for host

We stayed with Rebecca, Craig and the kids for one week and had a great time. Rebecca is a very welcoming person who told us a lot about her travels and gave us good tips on where to go next in New Zealand. The kids are adorable and we really enjoyed playing with them!
Since the kids do a lot of different activities, there was always something to… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Sonja)

Sonja spent a week with us, and was very helpful around the home especially with the children. I thought it was very sweet and special how she made sure she said good night to all the children individually, having a chat about the day and reading books.
I would recommend Sonja to any family, as she is very kind and caring, relating very well to… read more

(Excellent )

01/11/2016

Left by Workawayer (Sonja) for host

I stayed with Rebecca, Craig and the kids for one week. They showed me beautiful lakes and beaches in Northland and we went to events like a school gala. (There is always something going on)
The kids are adorable and I enjoyed playing with them. Rebecca makes delicious dinners and Craig helped me with the dishes afterwards. They also told me some… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Karoliina) for host

Thank you for having me, I had a great time! The kids are so lovely and fun to be around and I enjoyed taking part of your family life. Even though I don't have a car to get around I never got bored since Rebecca took me around Northland to do different activities with the kids and see some beautiful beaches.
I had so many experiences that I… read more

(Excellent )

16/10/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Karoliina)

We loved having Karo here, although fairly quiet, she is great to talk to. The children loved being with her and she fitted in well with the family.
I would totally recommend Karo to any family, she is polite, helpful and a happy person to be around. No task was too big. Thank you and enjoy your time in New Zealand.

(Excellent )

02/10/2016

Left by Workawayer (Katharina) for host

My time here was amazing. Rebecca and Craig are very kind people and their three children are just lovely. As soon as I got there they completely involved me in their daily routine and family life, thus, giving me the chance to experience NZ from a totally new perspective. I usually helped around the house or played with the kids (you'll… read more

(Excellent )

29/09/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Katharina)

The last 2 weeks with Katarina joining us was an absolute pleasure. She fitted in straight way with the whole family. A very polite, helpful and trustworthy person, using her own initiative. The kids enjoyed her company and she showed interested in what the children did whilst at home, at school and Playcentre. I will miss our chats. Thank you so… read more

(Excellent )

13/08/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Elise)

Elise spent 3 months with us. A very polite, tidy, hardworking young lady. Elise was very easy going and worked well with any task she was given. It was a pleasure to have her join our family. We wish you well in your pursuing your dream job with children. You will be great as the children adored you from the start.

(Excellent )

18/05/2016

Left by Workawayer (Charlotte ) for host

What an amazing time!
Highly recommended!

Thank you Rebecca and Craig for invite and involved me in your daily life. It was a pleasure to help around and I really had the feeling to be a part of you family. Even when I was not their helper anymore, they still cared about me :)
I never met so open-hearted and awesome childrens like Jade, Luke… read more

(Excellent )

14/05/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte )

Charlotte is a wonderful young lady, always smiley and friendly. She is willing to give everything a go, and works extremely well. She fitted into our family with such ease, helping with daily chores as well as hard work in the garden. The children were sad to see her go, as were we.
It was an absolute pleasure to have met you Charlotte, and… read more

(Excellent )

02/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Magdalena) for host

I felt very welcome and at home from the very beginning! I helped out with the kids, who are all great and a lot of fun to be around and play with. We went camping together and I enjoyed it a lot! Bodysurfing in the waves, making bracelets and playing in the sand were some of the activities me and the kids enjoyed together :) Rebecca also took us… read more

(Excellent )

02/02/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena)

Magdalena was wonderful with all the children. They all adored her, and we're sad when she left after 10 days. Nothing was too much trouble and her smile and enthusiasm was always present. Her help whilst camping was extremely appreciated, and we enjoyed her company. An amazing, trustworthy young lady that I would recommend any day.

(Excellent )

12/12/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Susann & Michelle)

Was nice to meet them both, they were not afraid of a little hard work in the garden, which is where they preferred to be.
Great help with the children when we went out altogether.
Always polite and smiley. We wish them well in their travels.

(Good )

28/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Stephan & Melanie) for host

We enjoyed the time with Rebecca‘s family a lot! The kids are cute, full of energy, and it never got boring with them. They are interested in many different activities and games. Several times we went together to an outdoor program, which was especially nice because we came in contact with other locals (parents and children) and we visited many… read more

(Excellent )

26/11/2015

Left by host for Workawayer (Stephan & Melanie)

Melanie and Stephan were brilliant with all 3 of my children. They fitted in so well with our family. They were both keen to help out in any way possible, and did a good job everytime. We really enjoyed having them here and they will be missed. Would highly recommend them. Very polite, thoughtful, responsible and caring couple.

(Excellent )

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