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Three people stand beside raised garden beds with thriving green vegetables and herbs. The sunny day casts shadows, and a driveway with a parked van is visible.
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Rolling green hills, a variety of trees, and a small pond under a partly cloudy sky. Sunlight illuminates the landscape, creating a peaceful rural scene.
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Become a part of our beautiful family home in Kaiwaka, New Zealand

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  • Description

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    Welcome to Our Lifestyle Block in Beautiful Mangawhai & Te Arai!

    Thank you for checking out our profile. We are Mike, myself, and our friendly dog Pinot, and we’d love to welcome you to our home on a lifestyle block just 1.5 hours north of Auckland. Nestled in the popular countryside on the outskirts of Mangawhai and Te Arai, our property offers a tranquil escape close to the stunning eastern coastline and beaches. Mangawhai’s charming cafes and shops are only a 10-minute drive away, perfect for a coffee run or picking up supplies.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Pets
    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Farming
    Charity work
    Plant care
    Languages
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Yoga / Wellness
    Nature
    Beach
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We try to work alongside you to ensure tasks are safe and enjoyable!
    If this sounds like your kind of adventure, we’d love to hear from you. Come and experience the beauty of Mangawhai and Te Arai while helping us on our little slice of paradise!

  • Help

    Help

    We’re looking for friendly, hands-on people to help us with various outdoor seasonal tasks, 4 hours a day including:

    Fence repair
    Gardening and weeding
    General farm work
    Routine maintenance
    Helping with cattle movements (we have 12 cows!)
    No prior experience is necessary, but we’d love to hear about any skills you bring to the table. Let us know your approximate arrival date and how long you’d like to stay when you apply.

    We prefer to host a couple or two friends.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent

    This 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

    Accommodation

    What We Offer:
    You’ll have your own private studio with a queen bed and bathroom (please note, our toilets are composting).
    We have WiFi for internet access and enjoy sharing our evenings over a meal together, though breakfast and lunch may be more casual due to busy days.
    We offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. If you stay a week we would like you to work 4 hours per day for 5 days and have 2 days off.
    We can confirm that we will not be asking for any fees or payments from the Workawayers who come to help us.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Mangawhai, a coastal gem in New Zealand, is renowned for its stunning beaches, popular surfing spots, lagoon-style harbor, and expansive sand dunes.

    Highlights:
    Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway: A picturesque 4.5-kilometer trail offering breathtaking views from its lookout points. The area also features various hikes suitable for all fitness levels.
    Bennetts Chocolate Shop and Factory: A must-visit destination for chocolate lovers.
    The name "Mangawhai" is derived from Māori traditions, referencing the stingrays that inhabit the harbor. In the early 1800s, Chief Te Whai resided in the Mangawhai Harbour area, contributing to its rich cultural heritage.
    Having your own transport is necessary for getting around.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of Pinot

    Pinot (6 years)

    Pinot is a spoodle.

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The image depicts a man, woman, and dog posing for a selfie on a deck, set against a picturesque backdrop of trees and a blue sky.
The image depicts a serene rural landscape featuring a pond, trees, and a house on a hill, with rolling hills and a cloudy sky in the background.
The image depicts a serene scene of a herd of cattle grazing in a lush green field, with a clear blue sky above.
The image depicts three individuals standing behind a fence in a grassy field, with trees visible in the background. The scene appears to be a serene outdoor setting.
Three people stand beside raised garden beds with thriving green vegetables and herbs. The sunny day casts shadows, and a driveway with a parked van is visible.
The image depicts a spacious living room and dining area, featuring a gray couch, wooden coffee table, and dining table with white chairs, all situated on a light-colored wood floor.
Rolling green hills, a variety of trees, and a small pond under a partly cloudy sky. Sunlight illuminates the landscape, creating a peaceful rural scene.
A cozy living room with a large window overlooking green scenery, featuring a beige couch, black recliner, white table, and modern minimalist decor. Peaceful atmosphere.
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This cozy studio features a striped double bed, an inviting dining area for four, open shelves with kitchen essentials, bright lighting, and minimal wall decorations.
This image shows a bright studio apartment with a dining table, chairs, bed, sofa, large windows, and natural light. The decor is simple and cozy.
This is a clean, narrow bathroom featuring a toilet, sink with cabinet, mirror, shower stall, shelves, towel racks, and simple lighting on the ceiling.

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