A smiling elderly couple takes a selfie on a bright, sunny beach. The sky is blue with clouds, and the ocean waves roll in behind them.
A modern gray house with large windows sits elevated, accessed by steps. Surrounded by green grass, trees, and potted plants, it appears peaceful and inviting.
A small house with glass doors and stairs, surrounded by green plants, colorful hydrangeas, gravel path, and a sign reading "Sunset Studio" on a tree.
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Garden life in Mangawhai, New Zealand

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    We are Di and Mick a friendly welcoming retired couple who require help around our property. It is general garden and small house maintenance work. We have 1.2 acres. No animals. We have lovely separate accommodation to stay in. We live in the country 6kms from beautiful Mangawhai a small coastal town with beautiful surf beaches.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Help around the house
  • Interests

    Interests

    Writing
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Yoga / Wellness
    Outdoor activities
    Fitness
    Camping
    Beach
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You will have your own accommodation. We live in the main house. We are a friendly retired couple with many overseas experiences ourselves.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We require help with our garden, general weeding and tidying up. There may also be other small jobs around the house.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: 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

    We have separate accommodation. It is a lovely studio with your own bathroom, kitchenette and private deck. It has a king size bed. There is also an outdoor BBQ. We can provide meals.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We live in the country with beautiful views. We can offer transport to the local town and some surrounding areas.

  • 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?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 386332613638

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A modern gray house with large windows sits elevated, accessed by steps. Surrounded by green grass, trees, and potted plants, it appears peaceful and inviting.
A small house with glass doors and stairs, surrounded by green plants, colorful hydrangeas, gravel path, and a sign reading "Sunset Studio" on a tree.
A smiling elderly couple takes a selfie on a bright, sunny beach. The sky is blue with clouds, and the ocean waves roll in behind them.

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