Looking for hand around my house with great view of the city of Dunedin, the beach and the harbour, New Zealand

New Zealand

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08/05/2020
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2021

Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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A working man in a very large and old house with two dogs and a large garden. There is a great view of the city of Dunedin, the beach and the harbour. One mile from the beach and two miles from the city. The house is very warm and receives all day sun. Very close to the bus, but one can either walk or ride a bike to wherever they want to go. Bikes available for use.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help with Eco Projects
Help around the house
Animal Care
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Learn english and any other skills associated with the helping duties.
Help
Gardening & weeding in the garden, sweeping, mowing, pruning, mulching, painting, shifting and chopping wood, cutting trees, building/construction, digging, detailing the vehicles, cleaning the house, haberdashery and curtain making, mechanical work in the garage, taking care of the one small dog (feeding and walking them), cooking, feeding the chicken.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Indonesian: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Accommodation
Two sunny bedrooms with double bed and ensuite bathroom.
What else ...
There is plenty to do and explore in the city of Dunedin. The surf is often good except in winter when it is too rough, but the waves are very big. There are many walking tracks. There is good rock climbing locally, tramping/hiking sailing, fishing, kayaking, mountain biking, kite surfing, wind surfing, normal surfing, four wheel driving & jet boating. There are no continental rules here. Otherwise chill out, read a book, watch a movie or play some music. Unlimited Wifi. Transport is by bike, walking or bus. Workawayers must wash the bed sheets, dry them in the dryer, and remake the beds before they leave even if this means getting up early. Alcohol and/or drugs are not permitted to be consumed on the property.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (18)

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(5.0)

Cultural exchange:
(5.0)

Communication:
(5.0)

11/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Anna-Lena) for host

Damien was a nice host to stay.
The food was always very good and the dog is super sweet.

(Excellent )

24/11/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Julia-Sophie)

Julie-Sophie worked well around the house and garden and was clean and tidy.

(Excellent )

21/11/2019

Left by Workawayer (Julia-Sophie) for host

I stayed 5 days at Damien‘s place and had a good time there. He was very friendly and flexible with my working hours, which helped me a lot for planning and doing all the activities I wanted to do in Dunedin. I did some cleaning work, some gardening and went for a walk with Panda (very cute dog). I would recommend staying with him if you get to… read more

(Excellent )

21/02/2019

Left by Workawayer (Judith) for host

I stayed with Damian in Dunedin for 5 days and had a great time. Damian is a very friendly guy and he and his dog Panda are great company! He is a fantastic cook and his meals were absolutly delicious! I can recommend staying with him.

(Excellent )

17/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Judith)

Judith was very friendly and helpful.

(Excellent )

17/02/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Camille & Anaïs)

Anais and Camille helped around around the house and garden.

(Excellent )

05/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Vincent & Flavie) for host

Damien is a very nice guys, all of his meal are great !!! Flavie remember your delicious fish !!! His dog Panda is so lovely ! Thanks for all of the advices !! Vincent & Flavie

(Excellent )

03/01/2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Vincent & Flavie)

Vincent and Flavie are very happy and friendly work-awayer's and helped out in the yard and garden.

(Excellent )

04/01/2019

Left by Workawayer (Aileen) for host

I stayed in Damian’s house for 2 weeks and had a wonderful time. He has a lovely sweety dog and a wonderful big house.
Damian is a really friendly man, he cooks delicious food (best fish I ever have eaten) and showed me the best places in Dunedin.
It was not too much work and he gave me the change to create the house ( a really nice task because… read more

(Excellent )

16/12/2018

Left by Workawayer (Diana) for host

Damian helps wherever he can and has many good suggestions for the area. Panda - the dog - is just super sweet. All in all, I had a good stay and I hope that the veggies I planted grow now :-)

(Excellent )

13/12/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Diana)

Diana happily tended to the garden, chooks and took Panda the dog on many long walks.

(Excellent )

30/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (Julia ) for host

Damian was a pretty nice host and helpful. He showed me around at the first day when i arrived in Dunedin. The old house and the Dogs was lovely. I would come back anytime :)

(Excellent )

14/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Julia )

Julia was really helpful around the house and took good care of the dogs

(Excellent )

21/04/2018

Left by Workawayer (giulio & giulia) for host

Damian is a great host!
Really generous guy! We stayed there for 1 week and we helped him in the garden,in the house, with the dogs and we cook (hopefully) good dinners! :wink:
Definetily suggest!!! :purple_heart::blossom::rainbow::peace:

(Excellent )

01/04/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fabien & Lauren)

Fabian and Lauren are super-workawayers!

(Excellent )

28/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Fabien & Lauren) for host

Damien was a great host. His home is spacious and beautiful with a Victorian theme. We really enjoyed his delicious dinners with fresh veggies from his garden and his company. He’s a great resource for finding good nature walks and exploring Dunedin as well as other destinations. He’s super handy and you can learn a lot from him.

(Excellent )

14/03/2018

Left by Workawayer (Cardona) for host

Excellent and intelligent host! Beauty dog's! Thank you from E everything!

(Excellent )

14/03/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Cardona)

Valentin was really helpful in the garden, cutting down trees with the chainsaw, chopping the wood and chipping the branches. Valentin was also helpful in the workshop lending a hand.

(Excellent )

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