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Join us around the house in Paerata, New Zealand

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  • Description

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    Opportunity over Christmas
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    GENERAL PROFILE::
    We are Brenda, Matt and Zepplan. We live on the rural outskirts of Auckland, but with public transport close by. We have 2 beautiful dogs both Miniature Schnauzers who are used to being inside. We have chickens and 1 sheep .

    Our home is set 5 minutes drive to motorway and nearest town, although it’s only 2 mins walk to local shop and bus stop. it’s about 40mins train to Auckland City. Our home has a swimming pool and lots of mature trees and lawn to relax. There is a native bush walk 2 mins down the road that the dogs love to wander in

    In return, you will share our beautiful home .

    Our grown up children have done workaways in Europeso we would love to share it from the other side.
    Looking forward to meeting you :-)

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We live on the rural outskirts of Auckland city. Learn about the casual kiwi lifestyle with our family, we are sure you will enjoy the experience.

    We are 3 hours drive to Rotorua, and 3 hours drive to Lake Taupo and 2 hours to the Coromandel Peninsula - such beautiful areas for the weekends. If you want to ski in the winter it’s about a 4 hour drive south.

  • Help

    Help

    3 hours daily help:
    .-painting
    - window cleaning
    - gardening
    - lawns mowed

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a (very comfortable) queen size bed

    The house is a large 3 bedroom old Villa, set on one acre of land. you will have a comfy queen size bed, but will share the bathroom with us. Lots of mature trees and lawn to enjoy. Good fast internet, Netflix, Amazon and Smart TV.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is a bus stop 2 mins walk and a train station 10 mins drive to Auck city. we would be happy to drop you off and pick you up from local bus or train stations.

  • 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

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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    plenty of room but no power to camper

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Sheep

    1 x lonely sheep, keeps our lawns in the paddock low.
    Likes to be talked to and patted

    chickens

    about 20 chickens and 1 rooster
    fresh eggs to collect daily

    Milly and Archie

    2 x beautiful cuddly and friendly miniature schnauzers.
    Milly is 5 years old
    Archie is 2 years old.
    Live in the home with us, not outdoor dogs

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The image shows a man and woman posing for a selfie in a restaurant, with the woman on the left and the man on the right, both smiling.
The image depicts a family of four posing for a photo in front of a Christmas tree, with the parents holding their two children, conveying a sense of warmth and togetherness.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman in front of a building with a sign that reads \"Flowers of Rajasthan\" in the background.
The image depicts a man and a boy standing in front of a pond, with a building featuring Egyptian-style architecture in the background, set against an overcast sky.
The image depicts a serene backyard pool scene, featuring a rectangular pool with light blue water, surrounded by a gray brick wall and lush greenery under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts a charming house with a gable roof, featuring a large front yard and a driveway, surrounded by trees, with a well-manicured lawn and a picturesque exterior.
The image depicts a serene scene of a man feeding a lamb and two dogs on a driveway, set against a backdrop of a house and trees.
The image depicts a spacious living room with a blue couch, a white rug, and a chandelier, featuring a large window and a door leading to an outdoor area.

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