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Hi !
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Plan your trip to beautiful sunny Hawke’s Bay! We live in Havelock North in Hawke’s Bay, a region known for its beautiful beaches, wineries, local fruits and vegetables, outdoor activities and inviting landscapes.
Hawke’s Bay is a relaxed region with a welcoming feel. During your time here, be sure to explore the stunning Te Mata Peak, a local treasure, perfectly placed for bikers and hikers alike.
We live just outside Havelock North. We have a beautiful property and a large, architectural house.
In terms of tasks, we just need general help.
There is something to suit all skills and preferences, we are very flexible you can generally pick tasks that suit you.
There's always something to do on the property or in the house, types of tasks include:
- Gardening and landscaping
- Polo grooming (seasonal)
- Cooking
- Cleaning the house (windows, deep cleans)
- Clean the pool
- Helping prepare the house for painting
- Painting
We are friendly and relaxed in our approach to shared living. We enjoy socialising and also provide opportunities for everyone to relax in their own space. There is myself (38), my son Olaf (15), my girlfriend Emily and our cats Zazou & Ghost. We also have two polo horses that we keep fit, and four chickens. We love the outdoor adventures, playing sports, animals, biking, experimenting with different cuisines, reading, computers, jiu-jitsu and generally having fun!
Olaf is here half of the time and with his mother the other half.
There are many hikes around the region. About 1 hour drive away is the Ruahine Mountain Range which is more serious mountain hiking and can present opportunities for hunting.
Depending on the season we also aim to make time for tennis or squash, running, yoga, meditation, working out in our small home gym, chess, play-station, biking, hunting, kayaking, surfing and horse riding (polo).
You are most welcome to join us in adventures, or use our sports equipment where applicable. If you lucky with the weather, we can also squeeze in a kite surfing lesson. We love having enthusiastic visitors and like to reward hard work with adventures so you can enjoy the best of the region during your visit.
Look forward to hearing from you soon.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
As described above, we love large and small adventures and are happy to reward hard work with fun outdoor activities!
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
- Gardening
- Horse grooming and animal care (including polo grooming if desired)
- Maintaining paddocks
- Cleaning the main house (windows, deep cleans etc. )
- Cleaning the pool
- Helping to prepare the house for painting
- Helping to paint the house
- Helping with cooking or meal preparation
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
About where we live:
We live 3.5km from the centre of Havelock North. We have 4 acres of well planted property. It's beautiful and very private. We live in an amazing, architectural home with a swimming pool. Your bedroom will be at the top of the tower!
About Your Room:
You have your own bedroom at the top of the tower. Queen bed. Bathroom shared with my 13 year old boy. Your bedroom also has access to a balcony if you are a smoker.
Plenty of parking space. You can use the kitchen, pool, etc.
What else ...
(check out Hawke's Bay hot spots!)
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Plenty of parking.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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We had a wonderful time with Dagmar, and highly recommend her to others. Good luck in your travels Dagmar! :)
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We had a wonderful time with Dagmar, and highly recommend her to others. Good luck in your travels Dagmar! :)
