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Eco building in an eco-village near Auckland, New Zealand

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  • Description

    Description

    Hi! I'm Conal. I live in an eco-village and festival space on a 130 acre farm in the Kaipara district. The first project was a hexagonal compressed earth brick house, that's basically done now and will be your accommodation :-)

    Now I'm making a second project, a 25m2 tiny home made from recycled materials (mainly wood).

    I enjoy talking about all things and would love to learn more about different languages.

    If you want to learn about construction and help out then do message me. Here we have nice nature walks, kayaking and a fresh water river if you want to cool off :-)

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Creative DIY projects
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Being with a kiwi, seeing NZ culture and learning about the area. I will show guests around the area while they stay and help them to know New Zealand a bit better. I can also assist with grasping English for anyone who needs it

  • Help

    Help

    Cutting and fixing wood. Small amount of digging.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    German: Beginner
    Spanish: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Learning Spanish, my level is basic right now

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Bedroom, toilets showers and internet is provided

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Walking, spa, yoga, meditation, kayaking, beach trips, markets

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    High speed VDSL, very fast

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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