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Help out in my lovely gardens in a small rural town in South Canterbury, New Zealand

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    HI 😊
    My name is Christine and I am a happy Kiwi living near Geraldine in a small rural town in South Canterbury, Close to ski fields, lakes and the ocean. It’s a great spot for day trips to Tekapo, Mount Cook, Mount Peel and Peel Forrest.
    I have a unique 6 acre garden which always needs some loving care, weeding, watering, planting and Maintenance jobs.
    I am a volunteer ambulance officer and also have a wedding venue.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Farming
    Events & social
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You’ll get to experience life with a Kiwi in a beautiful part of semi-rural New Zealand, and have the chance to meet other wonderful locals along the way.

  • Help

    Help

    If you enjoy being outdoors with the sound of birds all around, you’ll feel right at home here. My 6-acre garden is a peaceful, welcoming place, always grateful for some gardening love—whether that’s weeding, pruning, watering, or planting something new. And if you love cooking or have building skills, that’s a wonderful bonus, as there are always little repairs and projects to be done.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We can work out meals together to suit, making the most of a lovely, spacious kitchen, perfect for putting any culinary skills to good use. You’ll have your own room with a comfortable queen bed in my home (you’ll need to like pink 😊), and the bathroom will be mostly yours, but shared with occasional visitors, family and friends popping in.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Geraldine is the perfect base for day trips to the mountains, bush walks, fishing spots, lakes, and rivers.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    I have a large parking area, toilet and shower independent from my house

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a woman with blonde hair and a pink polka-dot shirt cradling a fluffy white alpaca in a grassy field, surrounded by a wooden fence.
The image depicts a woman sitting comfortably with a cup of coffee, adorned with jewelry and a vibrant skirt, set against a rustic log cabin backdrop.
A woman wearing a pink and black helmet is using a chainsaw to cut logs in a sunny outdoor setting. She is wearing a black tank top and grey pants.
The image depicts a woman sitting at a wooden table, holding a glass of pink liquid, with a black bear statue beside her in a wooded area.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene featuring a well-manicured lawn with a prominent tree, surrounded by a fence, and a pathway leading to a house, evoking a sense of tranquility and order.
The image shows five firefighters standing in front of a white backdrop, holding helmets and a New Zealand flag, posing for a photo at an event.
The image depicts a wooden play structure with a roof, featuring a window and a door, situated in a yard with a fence, surrounded by trees and bushes. The structure is likely a child\'s play area.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene featuring a small, open-sided building with a sloping roof, surrounded by trees and bushes, with a body of water visible in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of a lake or pond, featuring a small boat or canoe, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a bedroom with a large bed, white sheets, and red curtains, featuring a window with a view of the outdoors.
The image depicts a serene scene of a bridge spanning a tranquil body of water, surrounded by lush greenery and a vibrant blue sky.
The image depicts a serene outdoor patio with a beige tiled floor, featuring two wicker sofas and chairs, a glass-topped coffee table, and a lush green lawn in the background.

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