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Description
Welcome to our little slice of paradise! We’re Jason and Janine, and we share our seven-acre property just north of Kerikeri with our much-loved dogs, cats and horses.
About Us:
We love the rural lifestyle and having our animals around us. We’re semi-retired but still run our businesses from home, so life is a mix of work, looking after the property and enjoying the place we call home.
Location:
We’re just 10 minutes north of Kerikeri, with the Bay of Islands, beautiful beaches and lovely walks all within easy reach. If you enjoy being outdoors, there’s plenty to explore in your time off.
What We Offer:
During your stay, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the tranquility of rural living while contributing to our daily tasks for 5 hours a day. In return, we provide comfortable accommodation, where you can unwind and recharge after a day of fulfilling work. To fuel your daily adventures, we'll supply the essentials for a hearty Kiwi breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Perks:
Lake Manuwai is right on our doorstep. You’re welcome to grab a kayak from the front lawn and head out on the water in your free time. If you love horses, you’ve come to the right place. Spend time with ours, learn some horsemanship or simply enjoy being around them. There’s something special about their company, and we love sharing that with people who feel the same.
Join Us:
If you enjoy animals, a bit of banter and getting stuck into life on a rural property, we’d love to hear from you. Tell us a little about yourself and what brings you to our part of the world! -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We love living here and enjoy sharing our home with people from different backgrounds. There’s usually a bit of banter, and sharing a meal is a chance to chat, hear about your travels and get to know each other.
You’ll get a feel for everyday life on a rural property, including the tasks that keep us busy and time spent with the animals. We can also point you towards some of our favourite places around Kerikeri for you to explore in your free time.
The horses are a big part of our lives. If you’re interested, there are opportunities to help with their care and learn about horsemanship. We’re interested in helping people understand horses, how they communicate and how to work with them. You don’t need to be an experienced rider, just willing to listen and learn.
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Help
Gardening
Help with animals
House chores
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Languages spoken
French: Intermediate
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Accommodation
Either in our cozy caravan or your own private room in our home.
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of Space for Extra Vehicles or Camper Vans – Park with Ease!
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Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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She was a great help and tackled everything we gave her with enthusiasm and … read more
Despite feeling unwell, Sarah remained … read more
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She was a great help and tackled everything we gave her with enthusiasm and … read more
Despite feeling unwell, Sarah remained … read more
He was hardworking, reliable, and always offering to help with any tasks that needed doing. He would not rest if we were still working, and that was such a lovely quality about … read more
From the very beginning they made me feel welcome and included me in their daily life. The work with the horses was a completely new experience for me, and I learned a lot during my stay—especially how to ride, which I had never done before. It was really … read more
From the moment they arrived, such a positive energy came into our home. We shared … read more
From the moment they arrived, they were thoughtful, respectful of our space, and a genuine pleasure to have around. They are excellent workers with a real attention to detail, and everything they did was completed to a very high standard. … read more
They are so kind and so funny. We spent great evenings talking (even with our low level of English haha, they were very patient), laughing and playing board games.
Janine is a lovely person, very caring and a good listener, like a mum! She also cooks very well and makes … read more
She was open and friendly, and we enjoyed lots of great conversations together.
Mathilde was clean and tidy, respectful of our home and tackled all her tasks with a positive attitude while putting in the effort to do them well.
She was especially great with … read more
The work mainly involved horses, along with general farm tasks, which gave me the chance to try new things, which made … read more
One of Emil’s standout qualities was his skill with horses. He is a great rider and took excellent care of our … read more
They live in a really cozy house with the sweetest fur babies who we instantly fell in love with. We stayed outside in a super cozy campervan, so we had our own little spot we could always come to to relax. But because the two were … read more
Julie’s work ethic is amazing. She tackled every task with enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a real sense of purpose. She worked independently and efficiently, always treating our … read more
