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Help in a subtropical garden overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Eastern Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a couple living on approx. 11/2 hectares overlooking the Pacific Ocean. We are 5 minutes from the township of Opotiki and ½ hours drive to Whakatane. A few minutes down a hill gets you to Waiotahe Beach which is safe for swimming and long walks.
    Our property consists of gardens, flower, vegetable, shrubs and trees plus a plantation of native trees. Your accomodation consists of bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, toilet. It is separate from the house but we would expect you would not feel separated as we would share meals and the other facilities of the house.
    We need help in the garden weeding, raking up leaves ‘lots’ planting digging plus maybe other projects such as painting for example. We live in a lovely part of the country, it is very scenic with lovely walks along the coast and in the bush. If you like the outdoors, and living on the coast, sleeping and waking to the sound of the surf, I think you would like it here.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I think it would improve their English as I work a lot with them so they would get plenty of conversational practice. The more they involve themselves in the lives of us and our extended family the more fluent they would become. Other benefits would be the opportunity to live for a short time in a beautiful part of New Zealand

  • Help

    Help

    We need help in the garden weeding, raking up leaves ‘lots’ planting digging plus maybe other projects such as painting for example
    Garden maintenance in a subtropical garden.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Completely self contained...like a lovely Motel Unit overlooking the Ocean

    your accomodation consists of bedroom, living room, kitchen, bathroom, toilet. It is separate from the house but we would expect you would not feel separated as we would share meals and the other facilities of the house.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Swimming, surfing exploring the area, familiarising themselves with Maori Culture and local History.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    They will have sufficient room to set up a computer and printer. WiFi is available.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a compact kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel sink, and wooden countertops, featuring a window overlooking a garden.
The image depicts a serene living room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio and lush garden, bathed in natural light.
The image depicts a modern bathroom with a white sink, dark wood countertop, and large windows, featuring a mirror and plants, exuding a clean and serene atmosphere.
The image depicts a serene bedroom with a large window, showcasing a bed adorned with vibrant pillows and a colorful comforter, surrounded by lush greenery outside.
The image depicts a serene garden view through a window, featuring manicured hedges, vibrant flowers, trees, and a tranquil ocean backdrop on a sunny day.
The image depicts a lush garden with vibrant plants and flowers, featuring a mix of green, purple, and red foliage, set against a backdrop of a well-manicured lawn and a dark building.
The image depicts a vibrant garden bed featuring a diverse array of plants, including purple flowers, green leaves, and red foliage, with a stone pillar in the background.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene featuring a row of neatly trimmed bushes and trees, with a grassy area in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
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The image depicts a modern house with a large windowed frontage, featuring a flat roof and a spacious yard, set against a backdrop of a serene and peaceful environment.
The image depicts a serene outdoor scene featuring a well-manicured lawn with neatly trimmed bushes and trees, surrounded by a fence, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a large tree with lush green leaves, a stone wall, and scattered rocks, set against a blue sky with white clouds.

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