Join our lovely home while discovering surroundings of Thames, New Zealand

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  Description

  We are an older, fun loving couple who believe age has caught up with us while we're still young at heart!
  
  We offer accommodation and meals in exchange for a helping hand in our large gardens, where we grow mostly self sufficient crops. We live in Thames, the gateway to the mighty Coromandel and enjoy sharing our beautiful surroundings, evening views and regular summer BBQs with our guests.
  
  Our two sons and their families live in the western Auckland region and we are lucky to have four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a small dog.
  
  We've welcomed many volunteers over the past ten years and have loved meeting people from all walks of life. We enjoy good company, a few laughs and sharing our little corner of paradise and look forward to welcoming you!

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Light gardening

  Help around the house

  Light maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Events & social

  

  Gardening

  

  DIY & crafts

  

  Nature

  

  Camping
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We love meeting people from different cultures, sharing food, swapping recipes and ideas around the table, usually with a nice glass of something to enjoy!

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  Help

  I always do tasks alongside our guests in the gardens, sharing the responsibilities and enjoying the experience together. Having previously worked as a trade education teacher, I also enjoy passing on tips, knowledge and practical skills for anyone interested in learning along the way.

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  Languages

  Languages spoken
  English: Fluent

  This host offers a language exchange
  We're proud Kiwis and English is the only language we speak, so you'll have plenty of opportunity to practise your English, build confidence and improve your language skills while sharing everyday life with us.
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  Accommodation

  You'll have your own comfortable bedroom and private bathroom, with access to our shared living spaces where you can relax, enjoy a meal and feel part of the family.

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  What else ...

  We're ideally situated for exploring the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula, with the famous Pinnacles just a short distance away and many wonderful places within easy reach. Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove and numerous stunning beaches, walking tracks and coastal towns are all there to discover. There's plenty to see and do during your time off, so bring your sense of adventure!

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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

  This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  This host can provide space for campervans.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  More than two

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  My animals / pets

  

  Zulu

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