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Host rating
100 %
Last replied
11 Apr 2024
Reply rate
89.4 %
Usually responds within 6 days
Feedback
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Description
After spending many years traveling myself and have hosted 1000's travelers over the last 10yrs. I have recently moved to the Ruapehu region and have taken on renovating and building an old hotel for accommodation and tourism hospitality.
Basically lots of things to do and I really like to see travelers enjoying there stay......thus we like to help those explore the area (tramping/cycling/river/skiing etc etc).
So if you're looking for a very relaxed environment and can relate to all warps of life....then come visit us. CheersTypes of help and learning opportunities
GardeningDIY and building projectsGeneral MaintenanceCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp with Eco ProjectsHelp around the houseAnimal CareCharity WorkLanguage practiceArt ProjectsHelp with Computers/ InternetTeachingUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Diversity and having fun.
Basically lots of things to do and I really like to see travelers enjoying there stay......thus we like to help those explore the area (tramping/cycling/river/skiing etc etc). I can also help those that are interested, to find paid work around the area, if not with ourselves, if you have some specific skills.
So if you're looking for a very relaxed environment and can relate to all warps of life....then come visit us. CheersHost offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Host has indicated that they will pay at least the minimum hourly wage of their country for each hour worked and that accommodation will also be provided. They are asking for help with a business or business activity. Contact the host directly via the site messenger for more information and details about the wage provided. Any arrangements should be agreed in advance with your host.
Help
The biggest help with helpers is when they have some initiative, as I'm not always available to hold peoples hands.
We have painting, gardening, building (children's play area), some mechanics, house keeping etc. Something for everyone......and I usually like helpers to choose what they would enjoy doing the most. Cheers for now. DamonLanguages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
It's a hotel....plenty of beds.
What else ...
If you're looking to buy or rent a van (be careful what you pay, and for what)....we've helped many that have ended up with lemons, (we have a workshop here)
Most of all....happy travels people. CheersA little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
2-3 hrs day
Feedback (23)
Thanks, Damon and maybe see you next… read more
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Thanks, Damon and maybe see you next… read more
Cheers,… read more
Our room was warm and comfortable even though it was winter. The common areas would benefit from more though. Meals were plentiful and generous.
Our work was balanced and fair. During our time off, Damon… read more
This place got unique vibe you might want to check. I stayed at Damon's place for 5 days and I enjoyed a lot. Damon is a super chill host and he had a clear idea about what he wants me to do, which made things easier. Work was enjoyable and chilled. I was really happy with the accomodation(private room with heater and sink!), and… read more
Things have a bit changed (from the description ) so now the volunteers are cooking for dinner. And no worries there are always plenty of food to… read more
Awesome place to stay, all kinds of work to do it never got boring, met a lot of great people here and we miss the big dinners with Rachels excellent cooking. :-D
There's plenty of people around so you'll never be lonely.
The work can vary from day to day depending on what needs to be done.
I very much enjoyed my stay and of course made new friends.
sorry for my late replay but I didn't have the opportunity to do that before.
This is just an amazing place where you can meet great people, I really enjoyed my time there.
Damon and Rachel are just great and with the others woofers, you have the impression to belong to a community !
Thank you Damon and Rachel, Have a great time !
The work is quite varied, but we generally helped with feeding… read more
Cheers! Sofy and Ana
PS: Cool bananas ;P
It is a pretty relaxed livestyle. Awesome people and cuddly dogs, movie nights and selfmade swimmingpools are just a very view of all the great things at this place.
Wish you all the best and lots of good workawayers ;)
Cheers