Experience living a simple lifestyle in Manawahe, New Zealand

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  Description

  **Retreat to the hills of Manawahe, Whakatāne, Bay of Plenty.**
  
  **Looking to host 25–28 September**
  
  I live in a tiny house surrounded by nature and enjoy a slow, sustainable way of living.
  
  I'm currently in the process of setting up a self-contained rental cabin and would love some help with a few small projects around the property - Hillside weeding, removing nets of planted trees, possibly laying pavers and some general gardening and cleaning.
  
  In exchange, you'll stay in the cabin and experience life in the hills for a few days. There are nearby lakes, beaches and walks to explore.. 😊
  
  I'd love to hear from you!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Light gardening

  Creative DIY projects

  Creating/ Cooking family meals

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Vegetarian or vegan

  

  Animals

  

  Hiking

  

  LGBTQ

  

  Sustainability

  

  Gardening

  

  Photography

  

  Outdoor activities

  

  Camping

  

  Dancing

  

  Beach

  

  Nature

  

  Yoga / Wellness
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  I love to meet new people, learn about different cultures and share about myself and my culture too. Cooking and sharing meals together is a lovely way to connect and share stories. I like to eat organic as much as possible and enjoy growing what I can on the land as well as enjoying free range eggs from the chickens. I eat healthy mainly plant based meals.
  In exchange for your help you'll experience living a simple sustainable semi off-grid lifestyle, learn about revegetation and a slower way of life.
  There are so many beautiful spots to explore in the area!

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  Help

  I'm looking forward to welcoming you to this special whenua.
  Jobs I would appreciate your help with are:
  
  - Weeding and removing nets from trees
  - Light gardening
  - Sanding & painting
  - Cleaning of cabin
  - Laying pavers

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  Languages spoken

  English: Fluent

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  Accommodation

  You'll have your own private self-contained cabin

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  What else ...

  I'm happy to drive you to places if you don't have your own vehicle. There is a lot to explore nearby especially if you are a nature lover!

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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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  Can host digital nomads

  There is unlimited Starlink available

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There is space to park a campervan

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  Can possibly accept pets

  This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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