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Description
We are a family of four (husband, wife and two young children), along with our dog and cat. We live in rural Mid Canterbury, 5 minutes from Methven. Methven is a small rural town, but is busy in the winter months due to Mt Hutt.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Kiwi farm life
Projects involving children
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Help
We would like help around the house and garden, and occasionally jobs around the property.
We currently do not have a spare room available so are only looking for travellers with their own accommodation (e.g. van), or alternatively we can provide a tent and bedding- for the summer
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Bring your own van, or we can supply a tent and bedding- for the summer
You would be welcome to use the house facilities (bathroom, laundry, kitchen, lounge, tv etc).
We have a pool running during summer.
Wifi available in the house.
Breakfast and lunch ingredients supplied, however you will likely need to make yourself. Dinner typically eaten as a family.
What else ...
Methven has great mountain bike trails and hiking tracks near-by, not to mention the mountain during ski season. The township has great cafes, pubs, restaurants and two small supermarkets.
Ashburton is 20 minutes away by car.
A bike can be provided for getting into Methven.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
My animals / pets
Rosie
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