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Kia Ora
Ko whanakao te maunga
Ko kereru te awa
Ko matatua te Waka
Ko tekaha te marae
Ko te ehutu te hapu
Ko te whanau a apanui te iwi
Ko Ranui ahau
I am Ranui more commonly known as Ra and I live with my daughter Bobbi May who turns 3 at the end of May 2024.
We offer a small lifestyle farm 50 KM South of Dunedin. There are horses, cows, chickens, pigs, dogs and cats set on approximately 6 acres in rural NZ with lake views. Beautiful sunsets and sunrises. Large older style farmhouse.
In winter house is heated by a good fire, bedroom has a heater and the bed has an electric blanket. Please do not expect to be able to run heaters all the time. If winter be prepared with warm clothes it can get very chilly.
I work full time and need people to be here to help care for animals throughout the day. There will be some getting dirty at times. There are some DIY projects that we could definitely need a hand with so please mention specific skills you have in the request email. Most wanted features on your profile- own transport, experience/skill in something, self-motivated and enthusiastic, references ideally.
There will be jobs to be done around the house also to keep things clean and tidy.
There is something here to suit most people's abilities.
We prefer positive people who appreciate spending time with animals, quiet time in the country but can work well independently as I am not always here to give direction. Plenty of food, time off, and entertainment! If you require special food, please bring this for yourself otherwise there is plenty of fresh produce, home farmed meats, locally caught fish and seafood.
Most importantly need to be good with an energetic fun loving happy wee toddler as she loves to interact and enjoys playing with others. Bobbi attends daycare full time while I am at work but it is greatly appreciated if dinner is cooked and ready for us not long after we get home from our busy working day. On my days off i like to share and cook for you. You can expect dome traditional Māori kiwi dishes.
If you want to have a short escape from the tourist trail, surrounded by animals, in a rural setting in the peace and quiet and an opportunity to make a contribution on your travels, love to hear from you!
Need to know your time frame, how you are traveling, and how you see yourself fitting in with our lifestyle. Preference for people with own transport. We are close to the Catlins and also have a few cool short walking tracks in the area to explore when there isn't any work to be done.
Calendar not relevant as I will always find room for someone with a particular skill set, we need at the time.
Absolutely must love dogs as our big goof lives indoors with us.
Nga mihi
Look forward to hearing from you
Ra and Bobbi
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Being of Maori decent I am happy to share my culture. Warm welcoming and love to share kai (food).
Projects involving children
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Help
Feeding, watering and care of farm animals, dogs and cats. Walking dogs.
Cooking meals and baking.
Cleaning and general house chores.
Gardening and tidying.
Cleaning horse gear/tack.
Mowing lawns. Water blasting.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Maori: BeginnerThis 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
Own bedroom over looking animals paddocks with access directly to the deck outside. Queens size bed with all bedding provided. Towels provided. access to laundry washing machine and dryer. Gas hot water and great pressure shower. Extra large bath tub. All food provided unless requiring something special such as gluten free will need to advice before stay or bring some of your own special food items.
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
I have onsite plug to power campervan and plenty of parking space on the land
Can possibly accept pets
Plenty of space for pets here
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Feedback (4)
It was a pleasant time on more of the country side and a… read more
Ranui and Bobbi were very welcoming and made me feel comfortable and at home right from the start, always making sure everything's fine. My work mainly involved some general cleaning chores, making dinner, some weeding and taking care of the animals. The hours were flexible and I really… read more
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It was a pleasant time on more of the country side and a… read more
Ranui and Bobbi were very welcoming and made me feel comfortable and at home right from the start, always making sure everything's fine. My work mainly involved some general cleaning chores, making dinner, some weeding and taking care of the animals. The hours were flexible and I really… read more
Ranui is very welcoming, takes so good care and helps you with good recommendations for the area!
I liked the work: taking care of the house, animals and make make sure dinner is ready. Even Ranui was busy, she still made us dinner sometimes. That was so kind and a lovely… read more
