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Some of the first olives and grapes on Banks Peninsula on this 13-acre (5.8 hectare) wooded property we bought in late 2023. I am American, French, and Kiwi and have taken a break from my career to focus on developing the farm activities here. My Thai/kiwi partner works in town and joins me on the weekend. We have a small vineyard of chardonnay and pinot noir, around 100 olive trees, a large and growing veggie patch, and will have a few head of cattle and sheep as soon as we finish some fencing projects.
Helpers will stay in the modern house with beautiful views of the harbour and will have their own bathroom. There are two guest rooms with queen beds so I can accommodate 1 or 2 workaway people or couples.
Plenty of hiking directly from the property but a car is advised for exploring further afield. You may also bring your tent and pitch in the upper heights of the property and wake up to fantastic views of the harbour and out to sea.
I am an educator and have taught English. I enjoy cooking with guests and sharing life stories as well as advice for local places to explore.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
Animal Care
Farmstay help
General Maintenance
Interests
LGBTQ
Events & social
Culture
Sustainability
Farming
Animals
Writing
Performing arts
Cooking & food
Gardening
Languages
Plant care
Music
Books
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Camping
Winter sports
Mountain
Beach
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Hiking
Cycling
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I'm a retired educator and have travelled extensively. I enjoy learning about other cultures and sharing mine.
Help
Caring for small hobby vineyard, small olive grove, growing vegetable garden, developing walking paths, etc. You will work together with me.
I will provide meals and lodging in exchange for half-days of help with the farm, e.g. gardening, pruning, spraying (organic), livestock care, developing walking paths in the bush, splitting wood, etc. this can be organized in half-days or blocked together so that helpers have completely free days to explore the area.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
private bedroom with new queen bed. seperate bathroom for guests.
What else ...
great base for exploring Banks Peninsula and Canterbury - hiking, swimming, fishing, foraging, cultural events. 10' drive to Little River, 15' drive to Akaroa. beautiful views from 300m on French Peak of Akaroa Harbour.
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.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
chooks
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