Profile information
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Host rating
85 %
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Last replied
5 May 2026
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Reply rate
100.0 %
Usually responds within 1 day
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Feedback
2
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Email verified
Badges (2)
Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks
Details
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Description
We are Di and Mick a friendly, active, semi-retired couple who require help in our garden and odd jobs around the home. We are on a 1 acre block of land. No animals. We have lovely separate private accommodation for you to stay in which can accommodate 1 to 2 people. We live in the country 8kms (5 miles) from beautiful Mangawhai a small coastal town with beautiful surf beaches in the surrounding areas.
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Light gardening
Help around the house
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Interests
Writing
Gardening
Cooking & food
Yoga / Wellness
Outdoor activities
Fitness
Camping
Beach -
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We have a large garden which needs maintenance. Di is a keen gardener and can guide you on what to do. We live in a lovely country environment
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Help
We require help with our garden and grounds . There may also be other small tasks around the house
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
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Accommodation
We have separate accommodation. It is a lovely studio, king size bed with your own bathroom, kitchenette and private deck. There is also an outdoor BBQ. You will be living independently from the main house.
(25 hours/week- food, 15 hours/week- no food per person). We can discuss this to suit both parties -
What else ...
We live in the country 8ks from the small town of Mangawhai. There are local shops, bars and restaurants. There are beautiful beaches in the area a 20 min drive to most. Lovely golf courses in the area. You will need transport if you want to get around.
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Space for parking camper vans
We can accommodate large vehicles
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
Feedback (1)
It was our first time, and it was exceptional. Mick and Di are absolutely wonderful. Attentive, welcoming, and patient... It's hard to describe how enriching our stay was in terms of exchanges and sharing.
Thank you for everything. We hope to see you again soon.
P.S.: There aren't enough … read more
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Chat with Workawayers who've visited this host
Feedback
It was our first time, and it was exceptional. Mick and Di are absolutely wonderful. Attentive, welcoming, and patient... It's hard to describe how enriching our stay was in terms of exchanges and sharing.
Thank you for everything. We hope to see you again soon.
P.S.: There aren't enough … read more
