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Help with gardening in beautiful Karekare, a coastal village situated on Auckland's wild west coast, New Zealand

Availability

  2025 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    we are a fit couple in our 60's living on a 10 acre book overlooking the west coast beach of karekare. our property is nestled in established bush that abuts the regional parkland & is part of a small, coastal community. Surfing & hiking are right on our doorstep.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Events & social
    Sustainability
    Movies & TV
    Plant care
    Music
    Books
    Art & design
    Languages
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Architecture
    Drawing & painting
    Yoga / Wellness
    Fitness
    Sailing / Boating
    Dancing
    Hiking
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    we're an architect and garden designer who work from home. we're interested in art & music, yoga & back country hiking, we love cooking and entertaining. we generally cook for you one or two nights a week and work with you when not needed elsewhere. we've got extensive gardening knowledge and management of a lifestyle block that we are happy to share.

  • Help

    Help

    we'd like to encourage a couple who will enjoy working outside in the garden, who will make the most of the gorgeous bush and beach setting and enjoy the nz summer.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

    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

    a small self contained cabin with kitchen, bathroom and laundry. a private patio with bbq and garden.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    the beach is a short drive or walk down hill, the parkland with multiple tracks in the forest is right on your doorstep. It is best if you have a vehicle as we are remote with no public transport, there is an electric plug in for EV's. A string of gorgeous beaches & small coastal settlements are within easy access. 20 minutes drive to the nearest store.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    a desk and quiet space is available in the cabin for folk wanting to work online.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    we have a parking space right outside the cottage that is off the road and safe.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

Host ref number: 496543967149

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The image depicts a modern, minimalist living space with white walls and a high ceiling, featuring a kitchenette and a cozy seating area.
The image depicts a cozy room with a bed, a small table and chairs, and a window, featuring a white and grey color scheme with a dark brown carpet.
The image depicts a bathroom sink with a mirror above it, featuring a plant and soap dish on the counter, and a shelf with towels in the background.
The image depicts a serene landscape featuring a mountainous terrain, a body of water, and a radiant sun shining through a cloudy sky.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a mountainous backdrop, featuring a vast expanse of dark sand and a clear blue sky.

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