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Join Us in Nature – Experience the rural New Zealand culture.
We're a peaceful rural property surrounded by nature, where we work on various projects to keep the land and buildings thriving. Renee is a teacher and myself (Adam) a Hydrographic surveyor and orchardist. Our place includes an avocado orchard and open green spaces overlooking the nearby harbour. We would love to share our lifestyle and a slice of New Zealand with you on both the water and the land.
We offer free accommodation. We ask that you help with general tasks such as cleaning, general home and lawncare or planting natives to contribute to the biodiversity. A bonus if you can improve our foreign language skills. There's always something meaningful to contribute to, and we aim to keep things varied and flexible.
We enjoy board sports, the ocean and the outdoors, so if you're easy-going, and enjoy learning about our hands-on, outdoorsy lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Pets
Van life
Technology
Events & social
Politics / Social justice
Culture
Sustainability
Self development
Farming
Plant care
Architecture
Drawing & painting
Carpentry
Gardening
Music
DIY & crafts
Languages
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Water sports
Nature
Camping
Winter sports
Mountain
Beach
Hiking
Cycling
Adventure sports
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Kia ora! We’re Adam (36) and Renee (32), a laid-back, outdoorsy couple living on a beautiful 2-hectare rural property with orchards, greenspace and views of the harbour, trees and bays. Were just 10 minutes from the beach—perfect for surfing, fishing, or enjoying the coastal lifestyle.
We love sharing skills and experiences, whether it’s through sharing languages and surf adventures, planting natives or simply having a laugh over dinner. We often cook and eat together and are happy to involve you in our local adventures—surfing, fishing, or even snowboarding trips in winter. If you’re into the outdoors and don’t mind getting your hands dirty, you’ll fit right in.
We love people and are always keen to share and also learn new languages and perspectives.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We ask that you help out with general tasks such as cleaning, cooking, general home and lawncare or planting natives to contribute to the biodiversity.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Our Spanish is very basic but we are happy to share and learn. We speak English at home if you are working on your english. My Partner can also speak some basic Te reo Maori phrases.
Accommodation
You'll be staying in our cozy Lockwood farmhouse, set among the orchards and open countryside with views to the harbour. We have comfortable, fully furnished spare bedrooms ready for your stay—perfect for unwinding after a day outdoors. If you're travelling with a friend or partner, no problem—we have multiple rooms available to accommodate couples or small groups.
It’s a relaxed, homey environment where you’ll have your own space but are also welcome to join in with shared meals, conversations, and weekend adventures. Whether you're here for a short stay or a longer visit, we want you to feel right at home.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Digital nomads welcome but will need to find a cafe nearby to complete their work as I use the office space at home during the day. I can advise of a nearby cafe.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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