Looking for a painting, gardening and sailing help in Akaroa, New Zealand

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I am originally from New York, and moved to New Zealand 20 years ago. I am often in Christchurch, so there will be times when you will be housesitting as well. I live by myself. I have two children, and they are grown and are in university. I prefer clean/tidy people. I am quiet and respectful but love to have fun. So you are welcome to join me if I go boating or hiking.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Travelers will get a chance to live in a small village in New Zealand. It is one of the prettiest places here in New Zealand. The center of a sunken volcano. There are many walks and things to do here. I am a professional chef, bartender and overall entertainer so it is a lot of fun. I have a few projects that need to be done around the property. I would like to create a bigger organic vegetable garden.

I am originally from New York, and moved to New Zealand 15 years ago. I am often in Christchurch, so there will be times when you will be housesitting as well.
Help
I require 1-2 people to help in my garden in Akaroa. I live in the town of Akaroa about 1 kilometer from the ocean. I have a 4 bedroom home with a lot of land that needs care. I just put in a Spa (Hot Tub). I need help weeding, pruning, planting. On rainy days, there are tasks inside or in the garage. Guests will have their own room/space, free internet/wifi, food in exchange for about 3-4 hours of help per day.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Room in a 4 bedroom house...
What else ...
There is lots to do in Akaroa, hiking, fishing, boating. The beach is 1K. There are over 15 restaurants, shops and gallerys. Short term stay is OK. 1 hour and 15 minutes from Christchurch center.
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?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 3-4 hours a day, 5 days a week

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(5.0)

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(5.0)

18/10/2022

Left by host for Workawayer (François & Maryse)

François & Maryse were a pleasure to host. Maryse was so helpful painting my boat, staining my deck planter boxes, organizing my garage, stacking all my wood, cleaning and gardening. Francois is a man with many talents, from painting, mechanical, and building. He helped me put in new French doors and a closet door all by himself! He is able to do… read more

(Excellent )

18/10/2022

Left by Workawayer (François & Maryse) for host

Unfortunately we were only able to stay a week!
Niki and Roy are caring and very kind hosts. They thought of everything, our work was organized and different every day. Akaroa is a wonderful area to visit after work.
I am also obliged to speak of the wonderful meals worthy of a three star in France.
Thank you for everything.

(Excellent )

02/03/2020

Left by Workawayer (Meg) for host

What a great first WorkAway experience! I am afraid I have been spoiled for all other places after spending 2 weeks in gorgeous Akoroa. Amazing meals, excellent company in Roy and the other WorkAwayer, Ina. The work was not difficult although it took me awhile to get used to walking all the hills here. Such a luxury to be able to sail on the Fox… read more

(Excellent )

27/05/2019

Left by Workawayer (Martha) for host

Roy was extrememly welcoming, friendly, generous, and his house is in a beautiful spot overlooking Akaroa harbor! He is hilarious and fun to talk to. The work he gave me was very reasonable and I had plenty of freedom to do jobs at my own pace and lots of space in his house to relax and unwind after months of traveling in a van. He also took me… read more

(Excellent )

02/10/2018

Left by Workawayer (Matleena & Hawal) for host

We were initially supposed to stay at Roy's for 2 weeks, but ended up staying 4 since it was such a great place! We helped with a lot of different projects in the garden (weeding, cutting back trees and planting to name a few) and with building. Roy has a cool boat we got to help with a bit too. The food here was amazing. We had a lot of fun… read more

(Excellent )

20/09/2018

Left by Workawayer (Nayla) for host

What a wonderful two weeks spent helping Roy with two other lovely people!
Everything was amazing about the time spent with you guys, from the different projects around the garden and the house to our diners parties, the laughs, the chats, the trust of letting us working and living on our own for a few days, the movies nights,...I couldn't have… read more

(Excellent )

19/09/2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Nayla)

Nayla was very helpful around the house. She is confident and a hard worker. She works well on her own and is passionate about whatever she does. She has a lovely personality, very positive and optimistic, and a pleasure to have around. She makes friends very quickly and got along well with my other helpers. I left her alone in the house for a few… read more

(Excellent )

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