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We have vacancies for workers
It's a good idea to check out Great Barrier Island where we live and how to get here before you apply
We (husband and wife) live in a large architecturally designed house on 4 hectares of land overlooking Tryphena Harbour
We have a large garden - both ornamental and vegetables from which we eat. While not totally organic we try to use organic techniques to grow our food
We have a small boat and always need encouragement to take time off and go fishing.
We always have masses of projects going on, as we attempt to be as self sufficient as possible - without losing out on the luxuries of life. Our projects include gardening, chickens, wormfarms, building, websites etc etc
Great Barrier Island has no reticulated power or water. So we have 16 solar panels, which provide most of our power. Our water is from a spring (imagine water that has been filtered for thousands of years) or rainwater.
Our water is heated by the sun, and when this isn't hot enough we have a wetback to warm it. Heating is with a fire. But this been said we have all the modern appliances - to make life as easy as possible.
We always have lots of projects But this year what we are concentrating on is:
The garden - both vegetables and ornamental. While not 100% organic we use organic principals to grow the food we eat. So tasks include seed raising, planting, weeding, pruning, mulching and harvesting.
Collecting and preparing firewood
Painting - both interior and exterior
Gardening, gardening and more gardening
Looking after the chickens ,
Composting - including collecting seaweed etc.
Look forward to hearing from you
I also appreciate if you let us know if you have specific dietary requirements or allergies. Living on an island it can be really hard to cater for these.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We live very close to nature in a very comfortable way and while living with us we will give you tips on doing the same
Due to being off grid we necessarily live fairly sustainably and when you are with us you too will need to learn to live like this. ie Minimizing water and power useage
We have a large garden - both ornamental and vegetables from which we eat. While not totally organic we try to use organic techniques to grow our food
We have a small boat and always need encouragement to take time off and go fishing.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We always have lots of projects, but in 2024 we are concentrating on:
Gardening - weeding,mulching,pruning,feeding, watering, planting and harvesting, collecting seaweed from the beach
Assistance with tree felling and cutting firewood
Pickles and jams etc
Painting _ exterior and interior
Cleaning
Looking after the chickens
Gardening, composting, planting and general garden maintenance
Website and marketing assistance
And always lots of other stuff
We are negotiable on how we work the hours of work so you have time to explore our wonderful island. What we prefer is that you assist us for 5 hours a day 5 days a week, but as I said we are negotiable on that
We are looking for people who can think for themselves and think they could assist with any of the above projects
A reasonable level of maturity and independent thinking is needed
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
In the house (very comfortable - but we are there)
What else ...
We are negotiable on hours and conditions - if we are right for each other - and our mutual needs and wants.
What has suited us in the past is you work during the week days and then have the weekend off to explore, go surfing or whatever
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
We are negotiable on this re meals expected, accommodation type etc (Maximum 25 hours/week)
Host ref number: 251637621864
Feedback (31)
16 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Katherine)
We loved hosting Kate. Very pleasent company and great conversation, she fitted into our busy household with ease. She was mainly involved in gardening and a bit of land clearance, much of it hard but monotonous work. She completed all tasks efficiently and effectively. Highly recommended
(Excellent
)
15 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Katherine) for host
I spent a little over a week on Great Barrier Island with Angela and Sharpie in March and really enjoyed my stay! They are great hosts, kind and welcoming and made me feel at home. I really enjoyed working outside in their extensive garden, mostly weeding and doing other tasks.
Great Barrier Island is a very unique and interesting place. It's… read more
Great Barrier Island is a very unique and interesting place. It's… read more
29 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host
I stayed with Angela and Sharpie for 2 weeks in Febuary and it was such a wonderful experience. Both of them are really kind people and really look out for thier volunteers. They always made sure that I wasn´t working to hard and gave me great recommandations on what to do on the Island.
The great barrier Island itself is a fantastic place to be.… read more
The great barrier Island itself is a fantastic place to be.… read more
4 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Simona) for host
Getting on a ferry to go to Sharpie and Angela was one of the best life decisions. They are incredible people living on the most amazing island. Work was not to hard, Angela made sure that I would not overwork myself. Sharpie is such a nice fellow to be around. The Great Barrier Island has loads to offer and ask Angela and Sharpie for the best… read more
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16 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Katherine)
We loved hosting Kate. Very pleasent company and great conversation, she fitted into our busy household with ease. She was mainly involved in gardening and a bit of land clearance, much of it hard but monotonous work. She completed all tasks efficiently and effectively. Highly recommended
(Excellent
)
15 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (Katherine) for host
I spent a little over a week on Great Barrier Island with Angela and Sharpie in March and really enjoyed my stay! They are great hosts, kind and welcoming and made me feel at home. I really enjoyed working outside in their extensive garden, mostly weeding and doing other tasks.
Great Barrier Island is a very unique and interesting place. It's… read more
Great Barrier Island is a very unique and interesting place. It's… read more
29 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host
I stayed with Angela and Sharpie for 2 weeks in Febuary and it was such a wonderful experience. Both of them are really kind people and really look out for thier volunteers. They always made sure that I wasn´t working to hard and gave me great recommandations on what to do on the Island.
The great barrier Island itself is a fantastic place to be.… read more
The great barrier Island itself is a fantastic place to be.… read more
4 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Simona) for host
Getting on a ferry to go to Sharpie and Angela was one of the best life decisions. They are incredible people living on the most amazing island. Work was not to hard, Angela made sure that I would not overwork myself. Sharpie is such a nice fellow to be around. The Great Barrier Island has loads to offer and ask Angela and Sharpie for the best… read more
24 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Minami) for host
I stayed with Angela and Sharpie for about two weeks and it was one of my favorite experiences in NZ. They were very welcoming and always took care of me well.
My routine was feeding chickens and collecting their eggs every morning, after that weeding the garden, doing other chores, sometimes collecting firewood and seaweed. The work hours were… read more
My routine was feeding chickens and collecting their eggs every morning, after that weeding the garden, doing other chores, sometimes collecting firewood and seaweed. The work hours were… read more
24 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Minami)
We absolutely loved hosting Minami. she was fitted into our sometimes chaotic and rather messy household, quietly organising and making sure the house was clean and tidy, any task I asked of her she completed competently and without fuss, and most of all she was an absolute joy to be around
(Excellent
)
4 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Anna Lena & Viktor)
We absolutely loved hosting Anna and Victor, they quickly immerded themselves in our rather chaotic household, ensuring the house was kept clean and tidy at all times. Both clearing up after themselves but also us. We had a wide variety of tasks, many needing logic and planning, which they did with expertise and enthusiasim.Victor handled power… read more
(Excellent
)
2 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Anna Lena & Viktor) for host
We had an incredible time staying with Angela and Sharps. Their home felt like a true paradise, and we cherished every moment spent there. Our daily routine consisted of helping them for 5 hours with amazing outdoor nature tasks like tree cutting and forest maintenance, weeding, feeding chickens, collecting seaweed and building a wall against land… read more
24 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kate & Tom) for host
We really enjoyed our stay with Angela and Sharpie on Aotea / Great Barrier Island.
They are great cooks and hosts and full of interesting stories about their travels, as well as information about the island.
We did lots of gardening and clearance work for them which was enjoyable and outdoors, and we also helped with, amongst other things,… read more
They are great cooks and hosts and full of interesting stories about their travels, as well as information about the island.
We did lots of gardening and clearance work for them which was enjoyable and outdoors, and we also helped with, amongst other things,… read more
24 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Kate & Tom)
We absolutely loved hosting Kate and Tom, not only were they great workers but they were fun and interesting to have around. They had a wide variety of tasks to complete, and did eac with an enthusiastic, competant and dedicated attitude. Tasks included, but were not limited to gardening, including working with power tools, weeding, mulching,… read more
(Excellent
)
24 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillem)
We loved hosting Guilem. Not only was he a great worker but he was very easy and fun to be around, slotting into our fairly out of the ordinary lifestyle with ease. He had a wide variety of tasks ranging from animal husbandry, gardening - including weeding, composting and mulching, he helped with housework etc etc. Each job he tackled with… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Guillem) for host
Staying with Angela and Sharpie has been an amazing experience. Great Barrier Island is such a beautiful spot, and being able to spend time and help in the house has been the best way to enjoy it. My main tasks were helping with all the garden, and can't wait to see how everything will be looking in spring, with all the blossoming and growing.… read more
8 Nov 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Johannes & Niklas)
We absolutely loved hosting Johannas and Niklas. They were both enthusiastic helpers, who assisted and were in charge of a vast variety of ourdoor work. This ranged, but was definately not exclusive to looking after our chickens and pigs, cutting firewood, weeding and general gardening, labouring on a building site, a lot of digging etc etc. Each… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Alis)
We absolutely loved hosting Alis and her partner. Very easy to be with and enthusiastic and independant workers. Alis did a wide variety of tasks ranging from ferro cement work, gardening, looking after the chickens, through to making preserves, and so much else in between. Highly recommended and more than welcome back any time. All the best.
(Excellent
)
7 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Alexandre & Elleke ) for host
We stayed almost two months with Angela and Sharps, during the time Auckland entered level 3 for the second time. We couldn't have wished for a better place to stay.
The barrier itself is a place of great beauty and space, with some very nice hikes, hotpools, beaches, campsites and friendly locals.
Angela and Sharps are full of stories about… read more
The barrier itself is a place of great beauty and space, with some very nice hikes, hotpools, beaches, campsites and friendly locals.
Angela and Sharps are full of stories about… read more
24 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandre & Elleke )
Alex and Ali are the perfect helpers. Friendly, courteous and very willing workers. We have a wide variety of tasks on our poroperty and these guys went about avery job enthusiastically and were able to grasp all ideas presented. The tasks ranged from preserving, general housework, interior and exterior painting, building an ecohouse with plastic… read more
(Excellent
)
9 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (David)
David was a pleasure to host and a keen worker will to take on any task that was pesented to him. These ranged from assisting with the chickens, assistance with my ailing computer, demolition and building of a deck, gardening etc etc. An interesting conversationalist he was able to give us insights into life on the other side of the world… read more
(Excellent
)
3 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (David) for host
I had a terrific time with Angela and Sharpie during my time with them! They were incredibly friendly, generous, and accommodating of everything and anything that I might have needed while I was there. Their home, and Great Barrier Island as a whole, is a beautiful place that I'd recommend everyone should visit if they're in the North of New… read more
9 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Brandon)
Brandon was an absolute gem to host. Easy going with a great sense of humour. While with us he did a vast variety of tasks including making preserves, gardening, minor building work, compost making, tree planting, looking afer the chickens etc etc. All tasks were completed competantly to instructions. We would be more than happy to host Brendon… read more
(Excellent
)
4 Aug 2020
Left by Workawayer (Brandon) for host
The Barrier on it's own is something truly special but staying with Angela and Sharpie really made it an unforgettable experience for me. These are some real gems of human beings. Good banter, stories and shared company. Lots of laughs! And most of all they're really good about encouraging people to explore and enjoy the island. The work is varied… read more
19 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Isabell) for host
I had a really nice time at Angela’s and Sharpie’s. After I postponed my arrival by about 3 weeks I took the ferry and was surprised by how choppy the last hour was. But the dolphins that swam along our boat made totally up for that.
The ferry costs about 120Dollar return if booked together. A flight can be as cheap as 60Dollars is booked in… read more
The ferry costs about 120Dollar return if booked together. A flight can be as cheap as 60Dollars is booked in… read more
14 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ian)
Ian was an excelllent volunteer. We had a wide variety of tasks to be completed while he was with us, and each one he undertook with enthusiasm. We had major problems with water supply, as we are off grid, and Ian was instrumental in laying new pipes through the bush, digging out an old dam and all the other tasks to get a new water source to the… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Haley)
Should Hayley ask to come to stay with you don't hesitate to say yes. She is the sort of gust who immediately slots into the household, and adapts to any task set. The work at our home ranged from basic gardening, building retaining walls, planting out seedlings, assisting with the chickens, and a multitude of housekeeping tasks and any other… read more
(Excellent
)
28 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Haley) for host
I stayed with Angela and Sharpie for three weeks and had such an amazing time! The work was rewarding and I enjoyed that Angela and Sharpie are involved in the tasks making it a team effort. I left feeling well fed, taken care of, and accomplished.
Getting around the island is also quite easy. Locals are very friendly and willing to pick up… read more
Getting around the island is also quite easy. Locals are very friendly and willing to pick up… read more
28 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver)
We thoroughly enjoyed having Oliver as part of our household. He is pleasant, super keen to assist with any chore however difficult. He's a fast learner, and will lend himself to any task given. Fun to be around. An independant thinker, but with the knowledge to ask when he either doesn't understand the task, or needs to know exactly how to… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Oliver) for host
The only regret I have from my stay with Angela and Sharpie is that I didn't stay for longer. Their home sits on top of a hill overlooking the beautiful bay and surrounding hills. Life on the island is very fun and enriching, there is a great community and so much to do to get more in touch with nature. The work I did was incredibly varied, and… read more
16 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Ty & Megan) for host
My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time at Angela and Sharpie's. We stayed about 3 weeks doing various tasks from jarring to roofing and lots more in between. I had a wonderful time helping Angela restore her garden and we learned so much from both of them. They also helped us with advice for the rest of our trip which we appreciated very much.… read more
9 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (elodiedemanet) for host
This really was one of my best experiences so far. Angela is an amazing host and behind the (sometimes ;)) grumpy face of Sharpie, there is really just a sweet loving man. The tasks are very varied and there is always something interesting to do! I will never forget everything I have learned on the island (which is incredibly stunning by the way)… read more
30 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Natsuho & Hugo) for host
Thank you very much everything Angela and Sharpie.
I really enjoyed to staying there. Such a lovely beautiful place! I loved there.
Angela and Sharpie are really nice kind people. Accommodation was really comfortable and meals were so delicious!
What I was working is weeding, painting, cleaning, like that not hard. After working, I did some… read more
I really enjoyed to staying there. Such a lovely beautiful place! I loved there.
Angela and Sharpie are really nice kind people. Accommodation was really comfortable and meals were so delicious!
What I was working is weeding, painting, cleaning, like that not hard. After working, I did some… read more
15 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Julia)
Julia was a great guest and enthusiastic worker. She is great company and a good communicator. If Julie asks to come to your home We can highly recommend her. All the best for the future Julia.
(Excellent
)
10 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Martin)
We really enjoyed having Martin to work with us. He is enthusiastic, listens to instructions, keen to participate in any task we gave him, and worked well with our other workers but also independantly. He has a pleasnat demeanor, and fitted into our rather chaotic houehold very easily.
He woked on a vast variety of jobs including, gardening and… read more
He woked on a vast variety of jobs including, gardening and… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lea) for host
Our 6days stay with Angela and Sharpie was really a wonderful zime. They have an amazing house with a view over the sea so that we felt every day more and more in love with the sunset, the island and all her friendly people. They made sure that we always had enough food which was very delicious. The work was interesting so that we learned a lot… read more
16 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lea)
Lea and her friend Vicky were absolutely great to have as guests. Mature beyond their years, but with gorgeous charm and naive enthusiasm. They completed every task competantly, and asked questions when we hadn't communicated the techniques required. Tasks were varied, but included caring for the chickens, gardening - including fairly heavy… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Christine)
If Chris asks to come to your place just say YES. SHe is great to have around, a good communicater and completed every task assigned competantly and with enthusiasim. The tasks ranged fron feeding chickens, gardening, cleaning, building maintenance, and assistance with all aspects of upcycling wine bottles into drinking glasses. Highly… read more
(Excellent
)
26 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Fabienne & Thomas)
Fabienne and Thomas are great helpers and guests. They did a variety of tasks for us, including caring for our chickens, some major gardening and interior painting. Each task was completed with competance and enthusiasm. We would highly recommend this couple if they ask to come to you. They are friendly and fun to have around. We wish them all the… read more
(Excellent
)
20 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Matthias & Cora )
These guys are awesome and highly recommended as both guests and workers. Easy going and hard working. No job fased them and all was done with a smile and enthusiasm. They had an interest in the community and getting out and about to see the countryside.
All teh best for your travels and your future life together
All teh best for your travels and your future life together
(Excellent
)
20 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hilary & Stephen)
We can thoroughly recommend Hillary and Stephen as workawayers. They are both creative and entusiastic - and excellent workers and good company.
I do need to mention though that Hillary has some special dietry requirements that I found challenging, in the main because we live remotely and buying in food that could be consumed was sometimes… read more
I do need to mention though that Hillary has some special dietry requirements that I found challenging, in the main because we live remotely and buying in food that could be consumed was sometimes… read more
(Excellent
)
22 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Sarah & Theo) for host
We had such a wonderful time on Great Barrier Island with Sharpie and Angela! We would wake up in a beautiful location to a cooked breakfast every day, do 4-5 hours of work, have a wonderful cooked lunch and the rest of the day was ours to do whatever we liked!
The work was varied, from painting, to gardening, to helping with the cabin or caravan… read more
The work was varied, from painting, to gardening, to helping with the cabin or caravan… read more
17 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah & Theo)
If these guys ask to stay with you we can highly recommend them, both as workers and as guests in the house.
While with us they did a vast and varied amount of tasks. From painting and decorating, gardening, housework, assistence with preserves. Almost you name it.
Great company and great workers. All the best Sarah and Theo
While with us they did a vast and varied amount of tasks. From painting and decorating, gardening, housework, assistence with preserves. Almost you name it.
Great company and great workers. All the best Sarah and Theo
(Excellent
)
3 Sep 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Stanislas )
Stan stayed with us for a couple of months over winter He is a pleasurable, confident yooung man who can lend his hand to any task given him. He has clear sighted initiative and did an incredible array of tasks from baking bread, looking after the chickens, gardening, building etc etc. Each task he did with enthusiasm and a good level of skill. He… read more
(Excellent
)
17 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Danh)
We have just had Dahn leave us after a month.
We can't reccommend him highly enough. Just occasionally a helper arrives that stands out from all the rest. An independant thinker If he wasn't sure of the instruction for a task he would research techniques and then refer back. He did a wide variety of jobs, from gardening and firewood collection,… read more
We can't reccommend him highly enough. Just occasionally a helper arrives that stands out from all the rest. An independant thinker If he wasn't sure of the instruction for a task he would research techniques and then refer back. He did a wide variety of jobs, from gardening and firewood collection,… read more
(Excellent
)
29 May 2018
Left by Workawayer (Guillet) for host
I spent two wonderful weeks at Angela and Sharpy's place, there's no words to say how much I'm grateful. These people aren't only incredibly generous and warm-hearted : they're teaching - almost unconsciously - a way of life based on sharing, nature loving, self-sufficiency and solidarity ... Thank you so much for being such wonderful people,… read more
27 May 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Guillet)
We can't recommend Silvian highly enough. His warmth and morning smiles were enough to light up the day for all of us. He is a good volunteer, enthusing in all his work and completing it to instruction. We gave him a wide variety from manual labour, painting and decorating, gardening, etc etc. He will be welcome back here any time he might want
(Excellent
)
11 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Alex)
Alex is awesome
Staying with us for approximately a month she fitted really well into our rather chaotic lives Always with a smile on her face and an easy affability.
She has a great help ethic and is a compatant builder. She also assisted with a multitude of tasks - and always completed these with apparent enthusiasm and skill.
We miss her and… read more
Staying with us for approximately a month she fitted really well into our rather chaotic lives Always with a smile on her face and an easy affability.
She has a great help ethic and is a compatant builder. She also assisted with a multitude of tasks - and always completed these with apparent enthusiasm and skill.
We miss her and… read more
(Excellent
)
31 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Alex) for host
Welcome to paradise. Wake up to a hot breakfast, work together for four hours, then sit down for a fab lunch. Rest of the day is yours to hike, swim, and explore to your heart’s delight! Short walk to the shop and pub. The island life is blissful; you won’t want to leave! Everyone is welcoming and friendly, quick to give you a lift if you stick… read more
3 Apr 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Kristel & Milan)
Krystal and Milan are a great couple. Eager to help and competant at any jobs you set. Good company and conversation. Highly recommended
(Excellent
)
29 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Kristel & Milan) for host
We had an awesome time at Angela's and Sharpie's place. They are great hosts and we much appreciated the delicious separately cooked vegetarian meals everyday.
Milan made designs for Angela's upcycling shop and some photography for the holiday cottage. Kristel did some weeding, planting, upcycling old chairs and preparing the holiday cottage for… read more
Milan made designs for Angela's upcycling shop and some photography for the holiday cottage. Kristel did some weeding, planting, upcycling old chairs and preparing the holiday cottage for… read more
31 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Octavia) for host
I stayed at Angela and Sharpe's place just over 3 weeks and loved my time there! I felt instantly welcome in their home and enjoyed the wealth of knowledge about Great Barrier Island that they had to share. They were very generous hosts and often went above and beyond to to make sure that everyone was in good spirits and getting the chance to… read more
25 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Octavia)
Octavia is a happy, friendly young woman and is eager to help. Her tasks included looking after the chickens, gardening, composting, general house cleaning and making jams and pickles. She worked with enthusiasm and a song on her lips.
(Very good
)
11 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Rilee & David)
Rilee and Dave stayed with us for a month and we can highly recommend them They are fun to have around, keen to learn and independant thinkers We wish them all the best for their travels and they are welcome back any time
(Excellent
)
8 Mar 2018
Left by Workawayer (Rilee & David) for host
Wow! We were supposed to spend just two weeks with Angela and Sharpie, but we ended up staying for a month. This is by far one of the best Workaway experiences we've had. Wonderful hosts, clean and healthy meals, incredibly beautiful surroundings, friendly townspeople, cozy bedroom, we really couldn't have asked for more. Angela is a wonder-woman,… read more
24 Dec 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Rogelle & Adam)
These guys are awesome Independant thinkers, fun to be around, helpful etc etc etc We wish them all the best and please know you will always have a place to come back to if you wish ALL THE BEST FOR THE FUTURE
(Excellent
)
9 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Rogelle & Adam) for host
We were lucky enough to spend just over two weeks living and working with Angela and Sharpie. Our first impressions of the island blew us away. It is a beautiful place filled with interesting and resourceful people , you will learn a lot just by living here!
It was great to feel a part of the family. Angela’s cooking was exceptional, and it was… read more
It was great to feel a part of the family. Angela’s cooking was exceptional, and it was… read more
30 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Florian & Maëlys)
We can't recommend this couple highly enough. Great independent workers who are fun to be around They did a wide range of jobs for us both as a couple and separately. These ranged from building and painting to gardening, house cleaning and almost everything in between. We wish them good and safe travels and if they want to return we will always… read more
(Excellent
)
30 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Florian & Maëlys) for host
We had planned to stay one week and half … but we stayed 3 beautiful weeks!
Angela and Sharpie are two formidable persons, with a big heart. They taught us lot of things about gardening and construction through their experience, but also about New-Zealand’s fauna and flora, their travels... They helped us a lot and wanted to integrate us into… read more
Angela and Sharpie are two formidable persons, with a big heart. They taught us lot of things about gardening and construction through their experience, but also about New-Zealand’s fauna and flora, their travels... They helped us a lot and wanted to integrate us into… read more
15 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Annika)
We would recommend Arnika if she asks to stay with you. She is very pleasant and accommodating and interested in our culture and everything that goes on. She assisted with gardening, preserves, painting and every other task we asked of We wish her well in her adventures in New Zealand
(Very good
)
10 Oct 2017
Left by Workawayer (Annika) for host
I stayed with Angela and Sharpie for about two and a half weeks and I really enjoyed it. They have a really, really beautiful property! And the the Great Barrier Island is also definitely worth a visit with its beautiful landscapes and very nice people. I felt instantly welcome and at home with them (not only because of the tasty food;-)). Angela… read more
21 Sep 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nina)
Nina was enthusiastic and hardworking She has initiative and a natural curiosity about New Zealand and the community she is staying in. She woked in the garden, making pickles, looked after our chickens and a vast variety of other jobs. We wish her the best With interesting and safe travels
(Very good
)
20 Sep 2017
Left by Workawayer (Nina) for host
I was staying on Great Barrier for a week and I really enjoyed it. It's a very special place and a very special community and I loved getting to know it, also the nature is beautiful and the view from the house is stunning. No matter what direction you'll look in you'll either see the sea or green mountains. I loved Angela's cooking and… read more
31 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Garrett)
Garrett was great to have around. He worked well and independently Definately recommended
(Very good
)
9 Aug 2017
Left by Workawayer (Judith & Hendrik) for host
We spend one week with Angela and Sharpie and they are really great, lovely and nice people. They told us some great places on the island and drove us to a starting point for a good walk to the east coast.
Our work includes gardening, cleaning (the fantastic house), building and some general help around the house. The meals were really delicious… read more
Our work includes gardening, cleaning (the fantastic house), building and some general help around the house. The meals were really delicious… read more
1 Aug 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Judith & Hendrik)
What a great couple Friendly, relaxed, interesting and hard working Recommended And hope you have great travels and all the best
(Excellent
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11 Jun 2017
Left by Workawayer (Jeane & Cyam) for host
We have spent a wonderfull time with Angela and Sharpie, the house is absolutely marvellous, with an incredible view overhang the forest and the bay.
Angela is a great cook and we enjoyed at every lunch the variety and the saviour of her fabulous cooking. We also had everything we needed for breakfast and diner, even some extra as our favorite… read more
Angela is a great cook and we enjoyed at every lunch the variety and the saviour of her fabulous cooking. We also had everything we needed for breakfast and diner, even some extra as our favorite… read more
9 Jun 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeane & Cyam)
Hi The "French family" stayed with us for six weeks an were an absolute pleasure to have around. The did a variety of tasks including gardening, cleaning, cooking etc All with competancy and skill. But they did two major projects for us - a bottle wall and a large outdoor mosaic - and here they really excelled. The end works are beautiful and will… read more
(Excellent
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12 Dec 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (ClaireandArnaud)
Arnoud came to us for a few weeks and ended up staying for three months. He was fun to have around and fitted into our fairly crazy hectic life with ease. He worked hard, well and independently. We enjoyed his company and missed him when he left to see more of New Zealand. Highly recommended
(Excellent
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29 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (ClaireandArnaud) for host
This is a special place with very caring hosts. I have been during 3 months and it has been a truly fabulous experience.
I really enjoyed spending time with you, helping around the house with various tasks and working along your side.
The work I did was mostly gardening, maintenance, cleaning, help in the house/workshop/cabanon/upcycling… read more
I really enjoyed spending time with you, helping around the house with various tasks and working along your side.
The work I did was mostly gardening, maintenance, cleaning, help in the house/workshop/cabanon/upcycling… read more
19 Jul 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Polio & Legodec)
These guys are fantastic and highly recommended. On a personal level they are easy going but polite and helpful. They are independant thinkers, and after discussing a project you could be confident that the work would progress to plan.
All the best and I hope you have a great time visiting the rest of New Zealand. We look forward to seeing you… read more
All the best and I hope you have a great time visiting the rest of New Zealand. We look forward to seeing you… read more
(Excellent
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14 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Emilie & Jérémy)
These guys are fantastic and highly recommended. Both are good hard workers, and able to think out of the square, and anticipate jobs that need to done.
Good company, always smiling and friendly.
Oh yes, and they have no trouble getting out of bed in the morning.
PS Do try some of Jeremy's baking. Yum
Good company, always smiling and friendly.
Oh yes, and they have no trouble getting out of bed in the morning.
PS Do try some of Jeremy's baking. Yum
(Excellent
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10 Sep 2015
Left by Workawayer (Mathilde) for host
I stayed with Angela and Sharpie for two weeks and definitely enjoyed it! They made sure I discovered what Great Barrier Island has to offer, even during that quiet time of the year. The food was delicious and their house really cozy. I recommand them to anyone who's into outdoors, who wants to learn more about being self sufficient or who wants… read more
