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Join our family and explore the area in Dunedin, New Zealand

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    We are a kiwi family of 3 - Cat is a university lecturer, Adrian is a builder and Sophia is an energetic 11 year old. We have 2 cats, Muffy and Chowder. We were workawayers ourselves, travelling around Europe for a year until Covid sent us back home. We live in sunny Dunedin, in a house with a large garden, a short bike or bus ride from the city centre.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We loved our time travelling - seeing new places, meeting new people, learning different languages and trying new food. It would be great to now bring the world to us! In return, stay with a kiwi family and experience our beautiful city. We enjoy food, cards and board games.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

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

  • Help

    Help

    Our garden has turned into a jungle over winter and spring. We need help getting it under control!

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    German: Beginner
    Spanish: Beginner
    French: Beginner
    Dutch: Beginner

    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

    Bedroom with two king single beds, fast wi-fi, food and accommodation.
    Note: We aren't vegetarian, but only eat meat occasionally, so can accommodate vegetarian diets.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    The city is a short bike or bus ride away, and has great cafes, museums and galleries. There are lots of beaches, walks and bike trails.

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    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

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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A young girl with long brown hair walks away from the camera on a dirt path in a wooded area, surrounded by trees and greenery.
The image depicts a serene winter scene from a deck, featuring a snow-covered yard with trees, bushes, and houses in the background, under an overcast sky.
The image depicts a serene landscape with a body of water, featuring a grassy area and a few trees, evoking a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. The sky is clear and sunny.
The image depicts two individuals standing on a beach, with the ocean visible in the background. The scene is likely set during the daytime, with the individuals positioned near the water\'s edge.
The image shows a family of three posing for a photo on a beach with a large body of water and a distant island in the background.

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