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Small Farm Animal Sanctuary, 50 KM South of Dunedin, 6km away from Milton. There are pigs, pony, sheep, chickens, turkey, dogs and cats. Also, a large garden, a few paddocks, all surrounded by farmlands. Very rural NZ.
Large original Victorian farmhouse and grounds. I work full time and need people to be here for animals throughout the day. My partner is home most of the time and he focuses on the dog and cat care and outside job arrangements. After fully catered hosting for over 10 years, via many volunteer platforms we are now only offering room only arrangements. The work is much reduced these days as the house and garden are set up and there are less animals. We can no longer justify the time and expenses of full feeding of volunteers. We need to focus on the needs of ageing animals! Hot drinks and home baking available though. Therefore, this is a place for those who genuinely want to be with happy rescue animals in a beautiful peaceful environment. You will have a nicely set up room, own bathroom area, large fridge/freezer and a TV room for relaxing. Most importantly our home and property is a place where the animal's happiness is the priority so, please only apply if this aligns with your values and interests. As we host many people here each year we know how to care for people but in return we do expect you to be tidy in the house, We do what we do for the animals, not for profit.
Need to know your time frame, how you are traveling, and how you see yourself fitting in with our project. If you do not send this information, I will not be spending lots of time on emails asking all the questions. I do not make arrangements with anyone not already in NZ. Preference for people with own transport. Look up Milton on Map to see how it fits with your plans first, please. Suits travel plans through to Catlins, Milford or Central Otago.
Calendar not relevant as I will always find room for someone with a particular skill set, we need at the time.
Absolutely must love dogs (and pigs)!!
(In addition, we have a remote mudbrick cottage in Central Otago. Some painting work needed before winter. Would suit an experienced couple of volunteers who can look after themselves in exchange for accom in an interesting, peaceful old gold mining area. Easy commute through the region to do tourist activities)
(Please note that our availability Calendar is not relevant. At any time, we may take on an extra if we have a project or if someone has particular skills we need at the time)
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
House sitting
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn a lot about animal care, basic garden maintenance including vegetable gardening. Wholesome cooking and baking lessons if you want to learn. I work for a Science Company and travel for work often, happy to chat about this work if interested. Opportunity to gain confidence in taking responsibility for an animal menagerie and household. Well within all sensible peoples' abilities.
Help
Need help with animals, gardens and household chores. Sometimes outdoors projects on the property or renovation inside. Please say if you have some specific practical skills.
Nothing too difficult but need people with initiative, maturity and who like being outdoors.
You will be doing tasks independently most of the time while we are at work so you need to be able to self-manage and be happy in own company and with other volunteers.
We like people to be here only if they understand that our project is mainly about giving these animals a good life and also fixing up and maintaining this very old home and large garden.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Downstairs double bedroom or upstairs double bedroom. Electric blankets on beds and plenty of bedding and extras in room. Unlimited wifi and Netflix. House has 3 bathrooms, one brand new, for volunteers.
I cook all the meals unless you want to help, which I greatly appreciate. Plenty of food for big appetites! Plant based meals as this is a Animal Sanctuary, not a farm.
We really try to run a tidy organized home, for the benefit of everyone so appreciate you trying to be tidy here too.
There are sometimes B&B Guests here too so everyone needs to fit in around this as this helps support the animals.
What else ...
Good stop between Dunedin and the Catlins, Southland, Fiordland or Queenstown.
Prefer own transport but sometimes possible to collect you off bus at Milton.
Time off here spent enjoying the grounds, walking in surrounding farm area and Netflix & WIFI access.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
Can possibly accept pets
Possibly dogs
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Host ref number: 311878955134
Feedback (61)
15 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah & Florian)
We were very happy to host this couple. They are very autonomous, take initiative, motivated and interested. We were able to have a short break away and leave them to care for the animals and run the house. The paddocks were cleaned up diligently and no issues helping with a garden project. Kind and engaged with the animals. As a couple they were… read more
(Excellent
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14 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Hannah & Florian) for host
We really enjoyed our time at the animal sanctuary! Over the week we got to spend time with the animals, feeding them etc and we really got to know them - especially the pigs and wild girls!
We had amazing accomodation and the vegan food was great, especially the baking!
Pippa also took the time to explain a bit to us about what it takes to run… read more
We had amazing accomodation and the vegan food was great, especially the baking!
Pippa also took the time to explain a bit to us about what it takes to run… read more
9 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph)
Absolutely awesome attitude! This man works really hard and sincerely at any task you give him and was keen to learn. Chris chopped wood, transported it around, dug holes, mowed lawns and helped with all the animal work. He took instruction well and always did a lot more work than required. He also helped a lot with all the animals' routines and… read more
(Excellent
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26 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Noa) for host
Working in the Sanctuary was an amazing experience. I learned a lot from Pippa about taking care of the animals, gardening, veganism and New Zealand. Working with the animals was so fulfilling! It was not hard work, but very meaningful to be a part of the animals routine and taking care of their needs. Giving these animals a good life, saving them… read more
18 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Noa)
An exceptional volunteer to start our 2025 off well! Noa came to us at quite short notice and seamlessly fitted into the routines here. She is a very hard and motivated worker and understands really well what and why we needed things done. She cleaned up paddocks, cut thistles, managed the many animals' daily routines and did a lot of gardening.… read more
(Excellent
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15 Mar 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah & Florian)
We were very happy to host this couple. They are very autonomous, take initiative, motivated and interested. We were able to have a short break away and leave them to care for the animals and run the house. The paddocks were cleaned up diligently and no issues helping with a garden project. Kind and engaged with the animals. As a couple they were… read more
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2025
Left by Workawayer (Hannah & Florian) for host
We really enjoyed our time at the animal sanctuary! Over the week we got to spend time with the animals, feeding them etc and we really got to know them - especially the pigs and wild girls!
We had amazing accomodation and the vegan food was great, especially the baking!
Pippa also took the time to explain a bit to us about what it takes to run… read more
We had amazing accomodation and the vegan food was great, especially the baking!
Pippa also took the time to explain a bit to us about what it takes to run… read more
9 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Christoph)
Absolutely awesome attitude! This man works really hard and sincerely at any task you give him and was keen to learn. Chris chopped wood, transported it around, dug holes, mowed lawns and helped with all the animal work. He took instruction well and always did a lot more work than required. He also helped a lot with all the animals' routines and… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Noa) for host
Working in the Sanctuary was an amazing experience. I learned a lot from Pippa about taking care of the animals, gardening, veganism and New Zealand. Working with the animals was so fulfilling! It was not hard work, but very meaningful to be a part of the animals routine and taking care of their needs. Giving these animals a good life, saving them… read more
18 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Noa)
An exceptional volunteer to start our 2025 off well! Noa came to us at quite short notice and seamlessly fitted into the routines here. She is a very hard and motivated worker and understands really well what and why we needed things done. She cleaned up paddocks, cut thistles, managed the many animals' daily routines and did a lot of gardening.… read more
(Excellent)
26 Jan 2025
Left by Workawayer (Alice & Liam) for host
We had a great time at the sanctuary, getting to know the animals and helping out in a variety of ways (from gardening to making sure the animals followed their routines whilst Pippa was away.) Pippa was a wonderful, generous host (whose baking is fabulous!) and we truly loved our time with everyone here. We're certainly missing all of the animals… read more
18 Jan 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Alice & Liam)
This couple are impeccable volunteers who we greatly appreciated having help us at the start of the busy work year. They work so calmly and nicely together on the many and varied tasks here. They managed the animal's routines, cleaned and tidied the paddocks, lots of flower and vegetable gardening, lawns and hedge trimming. Very competent,… read more
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Karin & Daniel)
This couple were incredible. In the depths of our southern winter they looked after the animals and painted two rooms. Dan is highly skilled painter and Karin works beautifully with him, well beyond the hours required. They have a wide experience in house diy and genuinely seem to want to work hard all day. Great communicators and very intelligent… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jul 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Toni)
Toni is one of those people who fits in easily to the household and knows how to get on with what needs doing. She easily managed all the tasks here and learnt the routines so quickly. Toni genuinely loved being with the animals and was meticulous in their care and keeping their areas tidy. I appreciated her cooking meals and helping in the house… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jun 2024
Left by Workawayer (Cara) for host
I had a wonderful time with Pippa and Brent at the sanctuary. The animals are all lovely and so well cared for. Pippa gave clear instructions and walked me through the daily tasks to be done. My days were very enjoyable, I even had spare time to bike down to the lake, which was lovely! The countryside is stunning and the Victorian farmhouse was… read more
20 May 2024
Left by Workawayer (Claire) for host
We stayed with Pippa for two and a half weeks and what a lovely experience! There is such deep care taken to make sure the animals are comfortable which also extends to how Pippa treats her workawayers. There are always fresh baked goods and wholesome delicious dinners. I am truly going to miss tucking the pigs to bed, sweet Polly, and even my… read more
11 May 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Claire)
Claire and Spencer are a delightful couple and work very well as team together. Excellent communicators, hardworking and genuine about the animals they were charged with caring for. Claire is vibrant and thoughtful company. Spenser is intelligent and sensible and an extremely entertaining guy with his turn of phrase. Together they managed the many… read more
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2024
Left by Workawayer (William & Holly) for host
We stayed here at the Sanctuary for a week, and had such a fantastic time! Pippa is a fabulous host, and is always willing to share her vast knowledge. They are doing incredible things with the resources they have; their dedication to the well-being of their animals is incredible! The work is quite fulfilling; there is plenty of flexibility to… read more
24 Apr 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (William & Holly)
This highly engaged, energetic and enthusiastic couple light up their environment with their presence. Always an absolute pleasure to host such volunteers as they understand the mission of enhancing your project as well and just getting stuck in to whatever needs to be done. They moved and stacked the winters firewood, managed the animals'… read more
(Excellent)
7 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Maja & Katharina) for host
The sanctuary with all the animals is a beautiful place. Pippa welcomed us very friendly and is a heartwarming person who did all her best to make us feel like home. It's inspiring how she puts the animals' lives over hers and still is independent in what she's doing. We had variable tasks to do and learned a lot during our stay!
All the animals… read more
All the animals… read more
2 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Maja & Katharina)
These 2 best friends Maja and Katharina were really fabulous volunteers here. Always positive and energetic, they easily managed the animal's routines here, cleaned the paddocks and did gardening. Then they trained the new volunteers arriving and worked so well as team. Tidy, polite and discrete house guests, these girls added a lot of value… read more
(Excellent)
25 Jan 2024
Left by Workawayer (Elisa) for host
I lived on Pippa's house for a week and loved it - the animals, the nature and the welcoming, positive warmth that Pippa radiated as a person! I learned a lot from Pippa and thank her for all her trust! Your home is a place where you can relax yourself but still feel a lot of energy by looking after the animals. Thank you for everything!
7 Jan 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Elisa)
It was a pleasure to host Elisa here to help us with the animals. She fitted in quickly and easily learnt the key routines she was responsible for - feeding chickens, baby possum, putting pigs to bed, cleaning horse paddocks. She came to help us through our holiday away along with another volunteer couple, so were unsupervised here managing a big… read more
(Excellent)
25 Dec 2023
Left by Workawayer (Ellie) for host
I spent 2 lovely weeks with Pippa and Brent.
The animals are so well looked after and happy. Pippa loves them with all her heart, and I believe they know that.
Animal care jobs included poop scooping, weeding, feeding, letting the chickens/wild pigs out and putting them away at night, and my favourite, tucking up Dot the pig in blankets come… read more
The animals are so well looked after and happy. Pippa loves them with all her heart, and I believe they know that.
Animal care jobs included poop scooping, weeding, feeding, letting the chickens/wild pigs out and putting them away at night, and my favourite, tucking up Dot the pig in blankets come… read more
29 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Grace)
I was so grateful to have Grace stay. She is excellent company, highly competent with managing animals and total bonus she took responsibility for cooking evening meals. This really helped on my busy work days and I have not had such tasty dinners at home for sometime! Grace is very in tune with what is happening and has the maturity to anticipate… read more
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Grace) for host
I stayed here for close to a month, and can honestly describe it as one of the highlights of my travels around NZ!
Pippa is such a generous and wonderful host, and I learned so much from her- from vegan cooking tips, to animal care, to many interesting things related to her scientific work, I was always in great company.
Work was always fair… read more
Pippa is such a generous and wonderful host, and I learned so much from her- from vegan cooking tips, to animal care, to many interesting things related to her scientific work, I was always in great company.
Work was always fair… read more
19 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Kate)
We really enjoyed having Kate join our household. She is vibrant and genuinely interested in making the most of her whole travel experience including learning any new fact or skill. Its actually quite rare to have someone who has her level of engagement and understands the value of little details. Kate easily managed the animal's routines, paddock… read more
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Kate) for host
PIPPA IS SO COOL!! haha. I think anyone who gets the chance to stay here is very lucky indeed. I absolutely adored all the animals and the chance to live in such a beautiful spot for two weeks. I am very grateful for Pippa's warmth, openness, and genuine interest in all who come to stay. I loved listening to her talk about her work and opinions on… read more
16 Sep 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucile)
Lucille helped us here at the peak end of winter when animal care can be more demanding. I will especially remember her determination to keep the pigs from escaping their areas by securing their fences a lot better. It worked and she succeeded out there in the worst weather. She easily managed all the routine animal feeding and clean-up work and… read more
(Excellent)
9 Aug 2023
Left by Workawayer (Jeroen) for host
I had a wonderful stay with Pippa and Brent for 2.5 weeks in mid-July. A great array of different, exciting tasks at hand made every day unique and challenging. Sunny days are the best at the sanctuary, but coming in from the sometimes cold and wet outside work, it was lovely to always have some hot tea and often muffins/cakes waiting. Brent and… read more
3 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeroen)
Exception Person! We really loved having Jeroen here. He is high energy, curious, willing and generous spirited. Jeroen got stuck into all the tasks here - animal routine, garden cut back, cleaning henhouse, garden digging, helping in the kitchen, paddock clean up, all with enthusiasm and a great attitude. I had to go away for a week overseas and… read more
(Excellent)
4 Aug 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Klervi & Maxime)
Very grateful for the few weeks this lovely couple gave us in mid-winter. They managed here on their own most of the time as I was away for work. Klervi and Maxime are very independent, responsible and caring. The animal routine here can be detailed and is continuous through the day. They are a very intelligent and thoughtful couple, with big… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Victor & Eva)
Viktor and Eva stayed a week with us on their travels to help with the challenging winter jobs. They are a calm, in sync and motivated couple. Very easy to be around, intelligent and organised. They worked well together and with our other volunteer to manage the animals feeding routine, paddock cleaning and a big garden clearance project. Also… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Bethany & Emily)
This couple were a delight to host, vibrant smiles, very mature and highly competent. They easily did the jobs of managing the animals feeding routine, cleaning the paddocks. Bethany looked after everyone by herself here while we were away for work and also worked well with the other volunteer to clean out hen houses and get some gardening done.… read more
(Excellent)
1 Jul 2023
Left by Workawayer (Bethany & Emily) for host
I spent a week helping out at Pippa's in chilly June. Pippa is incredibly kind and generous, and has thought of everything to make your stay really enjoyable (including cakes, hot water bottles, warm dressing gowns and electric blankets!!).
I was unfamiliar with working with some of the animals they have at the sanctuary, but you soon get used to… read more
I was unfamiliar with working with some of the animals they have at the sanctuary, but you soon get used to… read more
15 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Luiza ) for host
I stayed with Pippa for 2 weeks in February and had the best time!! I found a lot of new friends (animals and humans;)), learned about running a sanctuary and enjoyed staying on the beautiful property. Definitely one of my favourite places in NZ :)
10 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Eleanor)
Eleanor and her Sister, Megan were a great help. They are very calm and thoughtful people who easily managed the jobs here. They were very self-managing and reliable and when I was away for work they looked after the animals well. They are both very tidy people and did additional jobs tidying on their own initiative. They did some gardening and… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexandra)
We were happy to host Alexandra as she has a very vibrant personality and big smile. No job seemed to worry here and she worked well alongside our experienced volunteer. She was open to learn all the new animal tasks. Sometimes we had some very cold weather and she never complained about outside work. When I was away for work she took… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alexandra) for host
I got a really nice experience at this sanctuary learning a lot about the animals and their needs. I did also some gardening and that was fun! Pippa is very welcoming and cook very well! I really recommand to do wwoofing at this place
27 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Isabell & Nico) for host
Pippa is such a lovely and energetic person! You can see that she has a big heart for her animals and her volunteers too :) The work was quite easy and you have lots of contact with the animals which you will definitely miss when you leave! It's such a great experience to see all the animals personalities and you will learn a lot from Pippa. And… read more
15 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Isabell & Nico)
Superb volunteer couple. Isabell and Nico were able to come and help us at short notice. They were very motivated and interested to learn and contribute to our project. During their stay they managed all the animals, paddock clean up and some gardening, including a time on their own so we could have a short holiday. They worked well as team with… read more
(Excellent)
25 Apr 2023
Left by Workawayer (Alanna) for host
I had an amazing time at Pippa's. She is an extraordinary person who made me feel welcomed and taken care of immediately.
The accommodation is very nice and clean.
The animals are great and taking care of them did not feel like work. The tasks are not hard once you figure out how to communicate with the animals.
I got the opportunity to learn… read more
The accommodation is very nice and clean.
The animals are great and taking care of them did not feel like work. The tasks are not hard once you figure out how to communicate with the animals.
I got the opportunity to learn… read more
24 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Alanna)
Exceptional, low maintenance and in-tune Volunteer. Alanna stayed a month here early in her NZ travels. Was a delight to host her and do not worry about her requirement for gluten-free and vegan meals - she is very unfussy and grateful for the most basic options. Over her time here I saw her confidence grow and she took on an increasing… read more
(Excellent)
13 Jun 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Bella)
Appreciated having Bella join our project to help care for the animals and property. She is a cheerful, positive person which always important when its winter and animals still need care regardless of weather. She had no issues getting outside doing feeding rounds, cleaning up the paddocks, walking dogs and gardening. Bella worked hard and was… read more
(Excellent)
21 Apr 2022
Left by Workawayer (Ethan) for host
Had a really nice time staying with Pippa. She is super accomodating and made sure all my needs were met. It was a nice retreat to connect with self and all the lovely residents of the sanctuary. I had really insightful conversations about all things health and science. I was really refreshing and inspiring to learn more about plant base living… read more
9 Apr 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Ethan)
Ethan represents when volunteering works well. He came to help us over a time when I had to go away for work and he managed easily so that I had no worries. His communications were clear and he arrived on time, learnt the routines quickly and then did a lot more than expected. He is a very humble, simple living and polite person. We enjoyed his… read more
(Excellent)
28 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Elena)
We had Elena stay twice, with a friend, which was appreciated as they were excellent to have help too. She is one of those people who lights up a household with a very vibrant and positive personality. She was really on board with our project and showed great interest and curiosity in the details of what we did, very keen to learn and open minded.… read more
(Excellent)
25 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Jeremy & Alexandra )
Jeremy and Ali really worked hard when they were here. So diligent with the mucking out of paddocks, animals feeding routine and jobs in the garden. They were very sincere about spending time with the animals too and I always appreciate this. A special treat is that they are fantastic cooks. They work together with complementary skills and did… read more
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Kaitlyn) for host
For my first work away experience I planned on staying one month but it turned into a wonderful two month stay. Pippa is completely devoted to the animals at the place and you can see the genuine care in everything she does. She is an incredibly generous host, with delicious food and a great love for teaching you all she knows. I was taught about… read more
23 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Kaitlyn)
Kaitlyn came here for a month and stayed for 2! I cannot thank her enough for all that she did to take full responsibility for management of the animal's routine here. She really immersed herself completely in all of the jobs involved in their feeding, care and cleaning their paddocks. Kaitlyn is a very genuine and caring person who is extremely… read more
(Excellent)
17 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Sam) for host
Pippa and Brent were great hosts at the Sanctuary for my first workaway experience.
Pippa's passion and commitment for animal welfare is inspiring and will stay with me.
The environment is friendly and relaxed. Work tasks are flexible to suit everyone's preferences and skills, mostly ensuring the animals are well looked after and loved.
Food was… read more
Pippa's passion and commitment for animal welfare is inspiring and will stay with me.
The environment is friendly and relaxed. Work tasks are flexible to suit everyone's preferences and skills, mostly ensuring the animals are well looked after and loved.
Food was… read more
13 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Sam)
How extremely fortunate we were to host Sam. He had indicated an interest to help on a Sanctuary with a project for the animals. As a Builder this is a coup for us as there is always something to fix here! We had identified putting a new floor into a hen house and raising it so hens would be dry. This was done very quickly. Then Sam made us a new… read more
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2021
Left by Workawayer (Maree) for host
Well what can I say about a woman who devotes her life to the welfare of animals. Inspirational! Pippa works very hard to provide food, shelter and veterinary care to the luckiest of animals that have made it to her sanctuary. I miss them already. The pigs love an ear and belly rub just not when food is on offer. Lars loves a play and run hoping a… read more
29 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Maree)
Maree has been a real gift through the the last 3 weeks. She has covered some of the most challenging times of winter when its not fun getting outside and been cheerful about it. Maree was very focused about coming here for very genuine reasons. I have seen her sincerity about caring for animals and its always this with good volunteers that gives… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jul 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Daisy)
We were very pleased to have Daisy here to help through a very cold patch of winter. She is a calm, self-managing person who does not complain and quietly gets the jobs done. Daisy is a very intelligent person who considers tasks well and when managing animals this is always appreciated. I especially enjoyed how she handled the dogs. She is very… read more
(Excellent)
7 Jun 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Brendon)
Very happy to have Brendon here to help for a week. He came at short notice and got straight onto jobs. Brendon is a very motivated, capable and positive person. He is a courteous house guest, appreciative and hard working. He is fit and has skills so could easily do any of the jobs here. He worked really well as a Team with the other Volunteer… read more
(Excellent)
31 May 2021
Left by Workawayer (Brendon) for host
I had a wonderful time staying. Getting to work alongside the animals was amazing and I left my week long stay feeling very refreshed and relaxed! Not to mention Pippa's cooking and hospitality which was amazing, you will not go hungry in this home!
25 Apr 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Miriam)
It was lovely having Miriam join us to help here. She is a very motivated person and fitted in so well with the other volunteers to work as Team. She has a bubbly personality, very intelligent and understood the spirit of volunteering is also to exchange ideas openly. Miriam energetically helped with mucking out the paddocks, gardening, feeding… read more
(Excellent)
29 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Tyler & Anaïs)
This couple are genuinely delightful. They really understood what I needed at a busy time and I regret that I could not spend more time with them. They were calm and worked with an intelligence on every task that made it so easy for me. Its always my highest value attitude here, people who understand our purpose for the animals and that if I can… read more
(Excellent)
29 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Tyler & Anaïs) for host
We had a wonderful two weeks in Pippa's animal sanctuary !
It felt like a home away from home and Pippa took care of us like her own children, making sure we were confortable, cooking wonderful vegan meals and taking time to chat with us.
She's extremely fun, smart, chatty and have a heart of gold.
The house and the garden are stunning , the room… read more
It felt like a home away from home and Pippa took care of us like her own children, making sure we were confortable, cooking wonderful vegan meals and taking time to chat with us.
She's extremely fun, smart, chatty and have a heart of gold.
The house and the garden are stunning , the room… read more
6 Mar 2021
Left by Workawayer (Elina) for host
I stayed with Pippa in December for a month. At this time I was travelling with my partner Gydo, and he was more than welcome in Pippa’s house as well. When I arrived I felt welcome right away. Pippa cooked us a lovely dinner and did a lot of effort to get know us better.
My first few days Pippa already taught me a lot. She showed me how to make… read more
My first few days Pippa already taught me a lot. She showed me how to make… read more
5 Jan 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Elina)
At the very busy end of the year, we were most fortunate to have Elina come to volunteer here. An absolute bonus was her partner Gyhdo joined her too. They are a really delightful couple and their willing natures and big smiles really enhanced our household. They ended up staying to help us through Christmas and New Year.
They managed all the… read more
They managed all the… read more
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Lukáš & Gabriela)
This superb couple came to help us out at short notice through some busy time for me. They are both perfectionists at what they do and extremely diligent with getting jobs done well and on time. They learnt very quickly and were hard working and motivated. Both are very polite and considerate house guests and really tidy with their help in the… read more
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Romy) for host
Pippa and Brent were wonderful hosts! On top of her busy life Pippa managed to provide such delicious vegans meals aswell as taking the time to get to know me! I thoroughly enjoyed the interesting conversations around the dinner table and living on their beautiful property! I had a beautiful vintage styled room in the upstairs part of the house. I… read more
9 Feb 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Romy)
We were very pleased to host Romy, who is a very self-managing person and knows a lot more than she gives herself credit! Romy easily managed all the range of general routines here on her own. She fed the animals, worked in the paddock, walked 3 dogs at once, worked in the house & kitchen with a calm approach. A very responsible and mature person… read more
(Excellent)
9 Feb 2021
Left by Workawayer (Naiara & Daiana) for host
Pippa made our stay at the sanctuary amazing. The way she received us made us feel at home, she delighted us with her delicious meals (and she also taught us to cook delicious vegan meals such as cake, seitan, butter and oat milk). The house is huge and beautiful, our bedroom was large, comfortable and bright. And the kitchen was full of food at… read more
3 Feb 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Naiara & Daiana)
An absolutely delightful couple who were willing to take on all the routines here and always had big smiles. They fed the animals, walked the dogs, cleaned up in the paddock, and contributed a lot with kitchen and household work. A few extra bonuses, we got a weekend away as we felt they were responsible enough to manage here. Also, they are very… read more
(Excellent)
1 Dec 2020
Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host
I had a great time volunteering for Pippa and Brent. I learnt a lot about veganism and different alternatives for cooking. Cared for some different animals that I hadnt looked after before. Had plenty of jobs to keep me busy that were satisfying and rewarding. The food was delicious and had a great room with a comfy bed. I would definitaly have… read more
30 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam)
We hosted Adam here for a few weeks and he is exceptional. He did a lot more than expected and to an immaculate standard. He took responsibility for the many animals' routines, walked the dogs, and joined in with keeping the kitchen tidy. He also helped with quite a few projects - rearranging the house furniture, fixing some broken gateways, and… read more
(Excellent)
4 Nov 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Wan Xuan)
Wan is a delightful volunteer, who we all enjoyed having as part of our household. She is intelligent and very open to learning new skills. Her English is excellent and she had no problem understanding the instructions for all the various jobs here. She took responsibility for feeding the lamb, dogs, chickens, and checking all the animals. Wan… read more
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2020
Left by Workawayer (Wan Xuan) for host
Pippa is super friendly and nice! This is my first workaway but it might be one of my best experience in my lifetime! My main task is to feed the baby lamb milk every two hours, walk the dogs, feed the chickens, pick poos to keep the grass growing and some general household. It is not hard but I am happy to help and also enjoyed taking care of the… read more
29 Aug 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jasmin)
Very grateful to have had Jasmin's help for 6 weeks at the end of winter. She is a quiet, calm and immaculate person. There was a lot going on with the animals and the household and she had a good instinct for fitting in well with everyone else and seeing what jobs needed doing. Jasmin sometimes managed everything alone as well. There was all the… read more
(Excellent)
16 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Valeria & Hayden) for host
Sanctuary was an amazing find and Pippa an amazing host and made us feel really welcome.
She went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable with an incredible room to stay in and lots to learn about budget (but rediculously delicious) vegan baking and how to make staples like oat milk and bread. Husband, Brent, is a hard worker and "cleaning… read more
She went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable with an incredible room to stay in and lots to learn about budget (but rediculously delicious) vegan baking and how to make staples like oat milk and bread. Husband, Brent, is a hard worker and "cleaning… read more
10 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Valeria & Hayden)
We had an extremely productive week with Val and Hayden here. They are both very motivated and energetic. They managed all the routine animal feeding, care, and cleaning up after the many animals here, lots of dog walking, and keeping everyone happy. Hayden is very knowledgeable on building but here he had a big demolition job in the house to do… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Elina & Tim) for host
Tim and I absolutely enjoyed our stay at the Sanctuary. Pippa and Brent are super friendly and made us feel very welcome. Despite her busy work schedule, Pippa always found time to cook and bake for us. The food was so delicious and nutritious and we really appreciated it. Our room was a dream as well, so cozy and lovely. The work consists of… read more
21 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Elina & Tim)
Very caring and thoughtful couple. Elina and Tim stayed here for over a week and easily managed all the jobs - from the animals routines, garden projects and running the household. They are quietly spoken and very considerate and appreciative house guests. I gave them some specific projects to manage and they work well as team to get things done… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (RachelKelly)
Rachel and Kelly are just as their profile and photos show - big smiles and really generous-spirited people. They joined another volunteer couple here and worked hard on a demolition project. It was mid-winter and they had no issue with getting out in the cold and mud to feed animals, walk dogs, gardening, and plenty of paddock clean up. They… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jun 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Léa & Léo)
Lea & Leo stayed here with Lea's brother Lucus not long after the lockdown time. We just needed a few specific projects done. The guys have an excellent skill set and diligently worked on the jobs we gave them. They are detailed and clever and we are very grateful for them getting the old garage painted so well, hen house mended and bridge… read more
(Excellent)
22 May 2020
Left by Workawayer (Nora) for host
I had a great week at this beautiful sanctuary. The house is fabulous and I felt like a princess in my room with heated blanket and beautiful view. The bed was so comfortable and cosy. All animals and the land around is absolutely stunning and it's the perfect place for animal lovers. I enjoyed pippas cooking and baking being vegan myself. Plenty… read more
21 May 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Nora)
Exceptional volunteer. Nora learnt the routines for the animals and household immediately and had no problem managing everything by herself. Then when new volunteers arrived she efficiently settled them in so I could focus on work. She is calm and hard working, showing initiative in looking for what needs done in the house. She tidied up some… read more
(Excellent)
3 Mar 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Liz & Ollie)
Joyful couple who were fun to host. They stayed 2 weeks near the end of their NZ time. They were so willing to really help with all that was needed here. They did all the routine jobs of dog walking, animal feeding, always lots of paddock clean up and scrubbing concrete cleaning up after chickens. They also mowed lawns, tidied gardens and helped… read more
(Excellent)
3 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Liz & Ollie) for host
My partner and I stayed for two weeks and it was such a wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, Pippa and Brent made us feel like we were at home. Pippa is one of the kindest people I have ever met, and has such a huge wealth of knowledge to share.
The house is beautiful and the beds were very comfortable.
If you are an animal lover,… read more
The house is beautiful and the beds were very comfortable.
If you are an animal lover,… read more
29 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Nadja)
Nadja joined us here at a busy time when we had a full house and we needed extra help. She willingly stayed in the Yurt tent even when the weather turned really bad. She is a very nice natured and mature person, with a good sense of adventure. Here she helped with everything from walking dogs, feeding and cleaning up after our many animals. Also… read more
(Excellent)
27 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Rebecca & Samuel)
Grateful for Becky's quiet presence helping us out at home. She easily managed all the routine tasks here in the household and with the animals. She fitted in well with other volunteers and also was confident running things by herself. I really enjoyed her company and her way of easily fitting in with a sometimes very busy household. Becky stood… read more
(Excellent)
16 Feb 2020
Left by Workawayer (Rebecca & Samuel) for host
I had a great time staying with Pippa, Brent, Toby, Alli, Todd and Biscuit, (and everyone else!) at the sanctuary. The house is beautiful and comfortable and everyone gives you a very warm welcome.
My general jobs mainly consisted of caring for the dogs, (feeding, walking the puppies, making sure Old Toby was comfortable and settled, and giving… read more
My general jobs mainly consisted of caring for the dogs, (feeding, walking the puppies, making sure Old Toby was comfortable and settled, and giving… read more
19 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Alexander & Victoria)
This well traveled couple stayed with us for about a week to help with the animals and property maintenance. They walked dogs, fed animals, helped with household tasks. Also Alex moved and helped stack all our winter firewood. He is very fit and capable of practical jobs. Victoria did a lot of cleaning up he paddocks of animal manure and its all… read more
(Excellent)
15 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (PaulaMarlene)
Very much enjoyed having Paula stay with us. She is a lot more mature than her age and has a skill set which would have been good to have had time to make most of. She would be able to contribute to creative projects needing language translation and design. She is very intelligent and has a keen interest in Start Up projects which I believe would… read more
(Excellent)
14 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (PaulaMarlene) for host
Absolutely amazing place for animal lovers! Everything that you do at the Sanctuary is for the wellbeing of the saved animals, so the work that you do feels always meaningful.
While working and enjoying your time there you can learn a lot about vegan food, the sensitive/energetic/sweet character of whippets, keeping chickens away from the salad… read more
While working and enjoying your time there you can learn a lot about vegan food, the sensitive/energetic/sweet character of whippets, keeping chickens away from the salad… read more
15 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (clementine2) for host
I loved being at Pippa’s animal sanctuary and was very fortunate to be there for a few weeks getting to know the animals. I’ll miss them so much! Pippa is very knowledgeable and I learnt so much from her. The main task is to make sure they are fed, watered and happy which was a pleasure to do. Working out doors meant you always had a companion… read more
7 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (clementine2)
Clem is an extremely calm and gracious person. She ended up staying a lot longer than she planned as she fitted in so well here and her skills were exactly what we needed to get us through the Christmas and Holiday time. While here she did most of the cooking for sometimes a large group. Such a relief for me to have someone who is a Vegan Chef… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Ben)
Was happy to host Ben ever though I realised he was only passing through area on end of NZ stay. Its was clear from his profile and confirmed by his visit that he has an excellent understanding of the Volunteer ethos. He immediately understood my priorities and for the jobs we needed done. Ben would be a very quick learner in any role he chooses.… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Ben) for host
Although my stay was fleeting, I am so glad I managed to stop here at the tail end of my time in New Zealand.
Pippa is a remarkably intelligent woman who has a unique way of perceiving the world. We had some meaningful and enriching chats and you can learn a lot from her.
The bubble she has cultivated, a combination of beautiful gardens and… read more
Pippa is a remarkably intelligent woman who has a unique way of perceiving the world. We had some meaningful and enriching chats and you can learn a lot from her.
The bubble she has cultivated, a combination of beautiful gardens and… read more
7 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Chris) for host
I had an amazing 2-3 weeks at Pippa's home and animal sanctuary. Very much felt like a human sanctuary as well, peaceful and off the beaten track, lovely animals, and with fantastic home cooked food (from Pippa and another woofer, Clem) - I already miss fresh bread and baking! I picked up lots of vegan cooking tips and recipes. Pippa goes to a lot… read more
5 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Chris)
For the 2-3 weeks Chris stayed here he was good enough to stay in his Van as house was full. He has a very obliging and flexible attitude to what needed doing through the busy holiday times. As he is a practical person he had no problem managing power tools for a range of jobs. He topped the paddocks and also made an immaculate job of some… read more
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Robin & Diane)
This couple are expert volunteers and really easily managed all the jobs here. Robin and Diane have worked at much more challenging rescue projects than ours so they bought with them a confidence & understanding of whats involved. They have great understanding of the Vegan principles and lifestyle we apply here and fitted in straight away, working… read more
(Excellent)
28 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (Robin & Diane) for host
We arrived at Pippa's house from Malaysia after 3 weeks in a cabin in the middle of the rainforest. To our eyes, her eyes was a beautiful and cosy castle filled with love and compassion. Brent and Pippa welcomed us as if we were family. We ate (too much!) great food and our room was the most comfortable one we've ever had.
Work was mostly about… read more
Work was mostly about… read more
19 Dec 2019
Left by Workawayer (HANNALISA96) for host
We stayed two weeks at Sanctuary, but it was definitely not enough. We could have stayed at this beautiful place forever, and especially with all the fantastic animals and people. Pippa is such a loving and warm hearted person that made us feel so welcomed and taught us a lot. For instance, she taught us a lot of new and useful vegan recipes for… read more
17 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (HANNALISA96)
Really appreciated having this very calm and happy couple here. They have a good understanding of volunteering and fitted in quietly and easily to our busy household. Here they took responsibility for the routines of many different animals. These are pigs, sheep, horses, chickens, turkey and 4 dogs. As well as steady feeding requirements through… read more
(Excellent)
14 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Tiia) for host
This was my first work away experience and I’m pretty lucky to have had it in this country side haven. Pippa was such a lovely personality, making sure us volunteers had great time and kept fridges full of the most delicious vegan food. I got very inspired about learning how to make your own oat milk and “butter”, and totally gonna continue that… read more
14 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Tiia)
We were very pleased to host Tiia for her first NZ Workaway. She fitted in really well with the other volunteers and between them they managed our many animals routines, all the paddock clean up, household tasks and dog walking. She also renovated the outside furniture and did lots of daily dog walking. Tiia is a very quietly spoken, self managing… read more
(Excellent)
2 Nov 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Nora)
We appreciated having Nora stay longer than her original plan. She is a diligent and hard worker who always did more than required. Nora fitted in really well with the other volunteers and worked as a team with them on dog walking, animal feeding, mucking out paddocks, gardening and household tasks. In particular she made an immaculate job of… read more
(Excellent)
28 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sheila) for host
This was my very first work away and it was better experience than I ever imagined it would be. The mornings of animal feedings was a fun start to the day. I trained puppies, tried to make friends with the horses and came up with creative and clever ways to out smart the mischievous turkey. Pippa was the most gracious host as she offered treats… read more
16 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sheila)
We enjoyed having Sheila stay with us. She has a big personality and is very open with sharing stories about her life's adventures. She is fun and dynamic and keen to participate in new challenges. Here she threw herself in to the many varied tasks of caring for a lot of animals and big property. This involved lots of mucking out the horse… read more
(Excellent)
16 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (James)
Exceptional helper with a genuine manner. James was onto jobs consistently and needed minimal instruction. He did a lot of dog walking, mucking out horse paddock, planting out the vegetable garden, re-doing gravel paths as well as all the routine animal feeding. He had no problem getting up for early jobs and then put in easily the full required… read more
(Excellent)
11 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (James) for host
A truly wonderful experience - the house is beautiful, the animals are adorable, Pippa is an incredibly gracious host (she also has some great stories to tell) and the other workawayers give the place a real atmosphere. From the first day, I felt right at home here.
The work is very doable but still requires a certain level of energy - I spent… read more
The work is very doable but still requires a certain level of energy - I spent… read more
2 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Karoline)
Very nice to have had Karoline here as she is a lovely person. She was very calm amongst a busy full on household of people and animal's comings and goings! Kind and patient and easy to communicate with.The weather was like winter again but she was good about getting out in the cold to feed animals, walk dogs, clean up horse paddocks. Also she did… read more
(Excellent)
29 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Bridget)
Bridget came to us for a short time in a gap in her travels. She fitted in so well she was open to staying then a month! Absolutely loved having her. She is genuine, open and very sincere about the animals and helping with what is needed. It was winter and she was uncomplaining about getting out in all weathers for the outside jobs - feeding, dog… read more
(Excellent)
25 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Bridget) for host
Had a fantastic time at Pippa and Brent's place. I wasn't sure how long it would stay thought a week maybe ended up staying a month. It was great to reconnect with the animals the dogs and horses made me so happy. Thanks for showing me how to handle the horses I loved hanging with Mel after that. Thank you Pippa so much for helping me find my two… read more
29 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sadaf & Aditya)
Sadaf and Aditya had a short stay with us in the summer. Really its the best time here so not a lot of opportunity to be very challenged. However they willingly tackled all they we asked of them which included dag walking, working with other volunteers on paddock clean up and helping in the house. They are highly intelligent and know what they… read more
(Very good)
22 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sadaf & Aditya) for host
What an amazing host and what an azaming xperience. We did a couple volunteer and d we had a very comfortable place to stay. The animals were lovely and so was the food. For sure we have you guys in our heart forever. Much Love
23 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Joseph & Kasia)
Well this couple left a lasting impression with how different they are from each other but how brilliant they are together. Extremely lovely people who completely spoilt me with taking charge of the cooking and overall management here through a busy work time. They did all the animal care, dog walking, paddock muck out, wood stacking and household… read more
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Georgia & Zac)
How lucky am I now to have a full collection of music playlists for the animals here! I gave Georgia & Zac the job of working out suitable music for the animals here. They are extremely talented in music and do this professionally so thought this would be perfect. I had to go away for work for most of their stay but they worked really well with… read more
(Excellent)
23 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Katie & Johannes)
Immaculate couple who between them have a complete set of household skills that made them a pleasure to host. Good company and conversationalists they are experienced in many jobs so have a lot to contribute as volunteers. Here they cared for all the many animals, moved hay bales, walked the dogs, cleaned out hen houses, did compost hole, mowed… read more
(Excellent)
16 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sarah)
Lovely experience having Sarah join our household. She is vibrant and talented. Her particular skill is colourful free flowing paintings but she is also gifted in that all important way of bringing joy to people. Big smile and a willingness to take on all required tasks. She helped with the animal feeding, housework, gardening and paddock work.… read more
(Excellent)
28 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host
Beautiful farm and animals. I was welcomed right away with tea and chocolate cake! Lots of delicious,healthy food - Brent and Pippa truly care about the animals and the workawayers. The house is pretty cold but they have a ton of cozy blankets, bath robes and even a nice big bath :heart_eyes: it is a nice place to meet other workawayers but also… read more
26 Jul 2019
Left by Workawayer (Victoria) for host
This was my first work away experience and I feel incredibly lucky to have had it at Pippa's house. She seriously might be one of the best hosts on the site. Pippa has a lot of experience with housing volunteers so the tasks were all streamlined, she gave very clear instructions, and was super easy to communicate with. Not to mention, the house is… read more
14 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Victoria)
Victoria is a very vibrant and lovely person. She is ideally suited to being a volunteer as she is very willing to pitch in and help wherever she can. She joined us here during a busy winter week and immediately joined in with the other volunteers routines with the animals. We were away for a few days and she helped run our large property with its… read more
(Excellent)
18 Jun 2019
Left by Workawayer (Kirsty & Jakub) for host
We had an amazing time staying at Pippa and Brent’s vegan sanctuary for 2 weeks. Not only was it great to have a comfortable break from living in our van, we learned so much about animal care and the vegan lifestyle. We were mainly involved with looking after (feeding/cleaning/exercising) the animals but also in some other projects such as… read more
18 Jun 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Kirsty & Jakub)
We are very appreciative to have had this couple stay and help here for 2 weeks. They managed the range of working in with a full house of volunteers to then looking after the property and household on their own. They are very calm and happy people. Have the big smiles you see in their photos and are lovely to be around. I was extra busy with work… read more
(Excellent)
14 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Iveta & Aidas)
When Iveta contacted us we had a full house but having a very busy time at work the thought of having help with cooking was tempting. She did not disappoint - took over the kitchen seamlessly and made the loveliest vegan meals for all. Also sour dough breads. Iveta does not demand anything of you like to get in special food- she is a skilled… read more
(Excellent)
12 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Iveta & Aidas) for host
Thank you, Pippa and Brent, for sharing your home with me, for trusting me enough and letting take over kitchen duties. Thank you Biscuit and Todd for long and nice walks and all the cuddles. Ali for the energy and Mr. Donald for keeping alert every time I had to cross the lawn. I had an amazing time in your vegan home. Thank you from the bottom… read more
10 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Charlotte) for host
My experience at the sanctuary was absolutely wonderful. Brent and Pippa made you feel at home in their lovely house. I enjoyed the daily walks with the dogs, learning how to make vegan butter and oat milk, gardening, and feeding the chickens & turkey. The atmosphere was relaxed and it was nice to share the home with other backpackers as well. I… read more
6 Apr 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Charlotte)
Extremely helpful and with a lot of initiative, Charlotte is very capable of managing many tasks. Here it is was quite a bonus as she oversaw all the other volunteers learning the routines of animal feeding, dog walking, paddock muck out, lots of gardening and household work. She is very good natured and hard working. In a busy week here she made… read more
(Excellent)
9 Apr 2019
Left by Workawayer (Georgia) for host
Pippa and Brent’s animal sanctuary is a magical place to stay on the South Island. It is such a welcoming environment - Pippa and Brent make you feel right at home. The work is not too difficult, and you really feel a part of the sanctuary experience. Also, engaging with the other workawayers is a great plus and it is a social environment that I… read more
28 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (kaitlynmagnus) for host
My experience at the sanctuary was absolutely wonderful! There was alseays something to do bit it was never crazy. Pippa is an awesome, super busy but super nice woman, and all the animals are a dream to be around! I miss the cuddles and walks with the pups already, as well as all the pigs and their sweet personalities ! I learned how to make oat… read more
24 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Alina)
Alina has that cheerful disposition and high energy that made her a pleasure to host.
She is an experienced volunteer that knew how to fit in with the others easily and she got stuck into all the animal care jobs, dog walking, gardening and helping in the house.
Alina arrived by hitchhiking and manages herself very well and would make an… read more
She is an experienced volunteer that knew how to fit in with the others easily and she got stuck into all the animal care jobs, dog walking, gardening and helping in the house.
Alina arrived by hitchhiking and manages herself very well and would make an… read more
(Excellent)
24 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Maximilian & Lara)
We are very appreciative of the enormous amount of hard work that Lara and Maximillian did here for us.
In particular the big project was sanding and painting the supporting poles of the house. It required heat gun and a lot of preparation. They work so well as a team and diligently got the allocated project completed. They are very determined and… read more
In particular the big project was sanding and painting the supporting poles of the house. It required heat gun and a lot of preparation. They work so well as a team and diligently got the allocated project completed. They are very determined and… read more
(Excellent)
10 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Zoe)
Expert and experienced volunteer. Zoe is a very genuine person and is well trained in managing animals, especially dogs. She is sincere about making them happy and is calm and confident in her manner. Here she easily coped with our 5 dogs and their daily walks and routines. She also handled horses, gave all animals attention,did a lot mucking out… read more
(Excellent)
9 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Zoe) for host
I had a lovely two weeks stay at this animal sanctuary that went by way too fast! Pippa and Brent are incredible people that work very hard in order to give their animals a paradise to live in! I had lots of fun looking after the dogs and getting to know their different personalities. In particular, I loved to see how curious and affectionate… read more
3 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Hannah)
Hannah really is an exceptional person. She is very mature in her attitude and is enjoyable company. She is well suited to volunteering as has a lot of experience helping people and understands what a host needs. She is positive, happy and caring. Here she coped easily with the extensive jobs with the animals, from dog walking, feeding and mucking… read more
(Excellent)
24 Feb 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Johanna & Florian)
Really polite and hard working couple. They both participated fully with the routines here - mucking out paddocks, feeding animals, walking dogs and gardening. Johanna is a very lovely person and has a special gift with the way she handles horses. She is respectful and kind to them in her attitude so will be a real asset if they request to come… read more
(Excellent)
22 Feb 2019
Left by Workawayer (Johanna & Florian) for host
We had a realy nice week by your farm.
The animals are so cute and they have a realy good life. The food was so good. We love that and miss it. All the rooms looked so nice, we felt very comfortable. Pippa and Brent were so friendly and helpful with all. Thank you very much.
The animals are so cute and they have a realy good life. The food was so good. We love that and miss it. All the rooms looked so nice, we felt very comfortable. Pippa and Brent were so friendly and helpful with all. Thank you very much.
29 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Daily & Layla)
Spectacular couple. They are very mature and organized. As well as all the usual animal care, gardening and paddock work they undertook a lot of house painting. This involved working high on a scissor lift, difficult preparation and then painting on sometimes very hot days. Layla especially enjoyed the detailed work and both spent many hours… read more
(Excellent)
24 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Daily & Layla) for host
We stayed with Pippa and Brent for two weeks and we had a great time! It is so wonderful that the animals that live at the sanctuary weren’t pushed to do anything they didn’t want to do and they could totally be themselves.
Pippa and Brent are kind and smart people and we really enjoyed having talkes with them. It was also very inspiring to see… read more
Pippa and Brent are kind and smart people and we really enjoyed having talkes with them. It was also very inspiring to see… read more
15 Jan 2019
Left by Workawayer (Jodi) for host
I spent 4 weeks with Pippa and Brent at their animal sanctuary, and had a wonderful time. The animals have a great forever home where all of their needs are looked after...a very happy bunch! I truly enjoyed learning about veganism, and my body felt so good while eating a plant based diet. Pippa prepares the most yummy vegan food...everything was… read more
10 Jan 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Jodi)
Our animals and household were fortunate to have Jodi with us for a month to provide steady dog nurturing through the busy holiday times. She is a very calm, good natured person who true to her description is fully dog experienced. She had no problem caring for our 5 and their constant feeding and walking demands. The young ones especially are a… read more
(Excellent)
18 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Connor)
We only were able to have Connor stay for a short while, and he came at short notice to help with some heavy work.
In that time he shoveled tons of gravel to repair the driveway, dug up drains to repair some pipes as well as help with animal care. He was an extremely tidy house guest and entertained our other volunteers with his good… read more
In that time he shoveled tons of gravel to repair the driveway, dug up drains to repair some pipes as well as help with animal care. He was an extremely tidy house guest and entertained our other volunteers with his good… read more
(Excellent)
18 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Monique)
What an excellent help Monique was for us at a busy end of work year. She took responsibility for our 5 dogs, including the very energetic young ones that need constant walking. She has a lot of skill with dogs and behavior management but only in the kindest way. She truly loves dogs and this was very valued. Monique has a big personality and is… read more
(Excellent)
17 Dec 2018
Left by Workawayer (Monique) for host
I was at Pippa’s and Brent’s place for over 3 weeks. It is a lovely place with great care for animals. My major task was being a dog mom which suited me perfectly. But I also fell in love with the pigs and got more comfortable around horses. This experience gave a several new insights on life and made me grow as a person. I changed my… read more
16 Dec 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Frieda)
Frieda was very motivated to come here and impressed me with her independence and confidence considering this her first volunteer job in NZ. She is very reliable and does exactly as asked and took initiative in looking for extra jobs that needed doing. Frieda is a happy, sensible person and had no difficulty with managing planting out vegetables,… read more
(Excellent)
24 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Jessica & Jackson)
Always a relief to host volunteers like Jessica and Jackson. Really easy to communicate what is required and they understand what we are needing to achieve. They are very competent people who even if they have not done something before, quickly learn and complete the task. I found them very fastidious in how they do jobs and have a natural… read more
(Excellent)
21 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Jessica & Jackson) for host
Thank you Pippa & Brent for letting us stay at your beautiul animal sanctuary. We had a wonderful stay for a week and a half. Pippa, you are wonderful vegan cook and a very caring genuine person. You helped us learn about Veganism and we are keen to continue as Vegans. We feel this experience has been extremely beneficial and we are extremely… read more
4 Nov 2018
Left by Workawayer (Maria) for host
Pippa is very caring towards volunteers. Always makes sure that you have enough food! Sat down with me at the end of her work day to help me come up with a travel plan, via Google earth.and fare comparison websites
And dropped me off in Dunedin for a day trip, just to be nice!
When I came, and saw the beautiful room, the two electric blankets,… read more
And dropped me off in Dunedin for a day trip, just to be nice!
When I came, and saw the beautiful room, the two electric blankets,… read more
4 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria)
Would have liked to have Maria stay longer as she is one of those volunteers that is always looking and finding things to tidy and clean- that's what every Host hope for! Maria is highly responsible and a very intelligent person. She takes on what you ask of her and sincerely does her best. Nothing was too much trouble and she seemed very grateful… read more
(Excellent)
4 Nov 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Carolina)
Carolina and Pablo are a lovely couple, full of smiles and are both very genuine with caring for animals. They are clever with what they can do and while here were building the insides of their campervan. Pablo did a great job building a fence here, repairing some old steps and working with Brent on the boundary pigs trying to retain the pigs!… read more
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2018
Left by Workawayer (Carolina) for host
My five week stay at Pippa`s vegan farm was very rewarding. Taking care of rescued animals can be a challenge but it`s worth every minute. The best part of my stay was to get to know all the animals and their individual personalities. I also learned how to cook delicious vegan food and met some really cool volunteers. I am grateful to have learned… read more
29 Jul 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Oliver)
Very heart warming couple to host. Big smiles and lots of energy for all of our many tasks here. They did heaps of dog walking, stacking wood and cleaning up the paddocks of all the horse mess. They had no problem with the feeding regime of dogs. pigs, hens, sheep and horses. They were happy to help in the house and cleaning up in kitchen. Very… read more
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Cécile)
Cecile and Louise came to us at short notice and they ran the household and looked after our many animals while I was away for work. Although I only was with them for a short while when I came home I found them very lovely and fastidious and extremely thoughtful about what they do. They had quite a lot to deal with dog walking and caring for the… read more
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Danny)
Absolutely exceptional Worker! We are new to this Workaway platform and had hoped to find such a skilled volunteer as Danny. Having hosted over 300 volunteers, this guy has been our most fantastic volunteer yet. Danny stayed 5 weeks and we wished it could be longer. We had just started painting our very difficult house and he was able to take over… read more
(Excellent)
21 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Gergely)
What an absolutely great choice we made choosing to have Gergely come here to volunteer. He was a real surprise the way he really wanted to try every challenge from catching the Ram for shearing, stacked all our winter firework and all our horses hay. Also he achieved what no one else could, which was to tame the wild Turkey! he does have a real… read more
(Excellent)
19 Feb 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Lindsey)
We were most grateful to have Lindsey come and stay with us as she waiting for Uni year to begin in Dunedin. She is an exceptional young women who is immaculate in all that she does and did many things that others would not be able to in the house and outside. She joined in with other Volunteers and worked very hard on lawns, mucking out paddocks,… read more
(Excellent)
30 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Irene & Eva)
Irene and Eva joined us at a very busy time of the work year to helps us with our 5 dogs, many other rescue animals and large property. They are very patient and fitted in well with the others here and worked as a team. Irene has a great deal of knowledge of dogs and their training. We gained a lot of new ideas that we are now putting into place… read more
(Excellent)
11 Jan 2018
Left by host for Workawayer (Linucia & Dieuwe)
Lovely happy couple that were very easy to host. There were interested in what we are trying to achieve for our animals and property and open to helping with all tasks. Excellent communicators and very polite. Good skills helping in the garden and with lawns. Both were comfortable around our many animals. Tidy, cheerful and hard working, can… read more
(Excellent)
10 Jan 2018
Left by Workawayer (Linucia & Dieuwe) for host
We stayed for 1,5 week at Pippa's place and it was wonderful! The house and the garden are really nice and Pippa is a great cook (vegan heaven)! The work was never hard, we looked after the dogs, feed the other animals and worked in the garden. Even tough we are not dog persons we really liked the dogs and the puppies and we had lots of fun with… read more
26 Dec 2017
Left by Workawayer (Samuel ) for host
My stay here was a beautiful time. Pippa is a really nice woman, she works a lot so you'll be often on your own but she will always have something for you to do. All the animals are nice (even in Donald's heart there is goodness), and it is fullfiling to be around animals and give those ones a good life instead of treating them like things. Also… read more
16 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Samuel )
Spectacular couple. Sam has great building skills and he with the help of Natalee rebuilt our upstairs verandah. This saved us a lot and was hugely appreciated. They also cared for a lot of animals including the high maintenance new puppies. Natalee attended to much of the Spring vege planting which is not easy surrounded by chickens and a turkey!… read more
(Excellent)
16 Oct 2017
Left by host for Workawayer (Nathalie )
Spectacular couple. Sam has great building skills and he with the help of Natalee rebuilt our upstairs verandah. This saved us a lot and was hugely appreciated. They also cared for a lot of animals including the high maintenance new puppies. Natalee attended to much of the Spring vege planting which is not easy surrounded by chickens and a turkey!… read more
(Excellent)
