The image depicts a large, two-story house with a gray stone exterior, white trim, and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-manicured lawn.
The image depicts a large house with a sprawling yard, featuring a well-manicured lawn and a prominent driveway, surrounded by trees and bushes, showcasing a serene and picturesque residential setting.
The image depicts a large estate with a sprawling lawn, featuring a substantial house and a substantial outbuilding, surrounded by a fence, set against a backdrop of trees and a clear sky.
The image depicts a large house with a sprawling yard, featuring a well-manicured lawn and a prominent driveway, surrounded by trees and bushes, with a large porch and a covered patio area.
The image depicts a large, two-story house with a gray stone exterior, surrounded by lush greenery and a vibrant garden, set against a serene blue sky with white clouds.
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Experience daily life in Timaru, South Island, New Zealand

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  2026 

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  • Description

    Description

    A private residence with signficant history. Originally built and completed as a wedding present in 1887. ( yes, a wedding present). Surrounded by large lawns and gardens it is a unique home with considerable historical significance.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Help around the house
  • Interests

    Interests

    Gardening
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    This is probably the South Island's most historic residence . Built over three years from 1884 to 1887, The Governors of NZ where here in the early 1900's . Lots of interesting history is attached to this property. Large garden areas to walk about, very peaceful ,special place.

  • Help

    Help

    Lawns and some light gardening, sweeping the drive etc, odd tasks in and around the house , housework as may be required from time to time....maybe walk the dog too.

    Zero help at all is required at or daring an event...nor bed and breakfast operations for that matter.

    I have full time live in / on site help for the latter.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Own room, single or double..own bathroom...full use of the kitchen, meals are included...

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Take time out to visit Timaru, the beach and Caroline Bay , Timaru is just 10 minutes away...see the penguins!.., take the drive to Lake Tekapo , Mt Cook and the lakes....an easy drive

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Always something to do here..gardens, mowing and assist with house work . You stay in the house , have your own bedroom , own bathroom too. If you are travelling and want a break from living in a Camper Van come and stay for a while. Town and the beach are just 15 minutes away, Tekapo , mountains and Lakes are an easy drive.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a large house with a sprawling yard, featuring a well-manicured lawn and a prominent driveway, surrounded by trees and bushes, showcasing a serene and picturesque residential setting.
The image depicts a large estate with a sprawling lawn, featuring a substantial house and a substantial outbuilding, surrounded by a fence, set against a backdrop of trees and a clear sky.
The image depicts a large, two-story house with a gray stone exterior, white trim, and a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-manicured lawn.
The image depicts a large house with a sprawling yard, featuring a well-manicured lawn and a prominent driveway, surrounded by trees and bushes, with a large porch and a covered patio area.
The image depicts a large, two-story house with a gray stone exterior, surrounded by lush greenery and a vibrant garden, set against a serene blue sky with white clouds.

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