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***I only have a stay available for 2 nights accommodation for 1 person***
I am a relaxed, friendly and tidy person who enjoy meeting and hosting travellers, having done extensive travel myself. After growing up on a 4th generation vineyard in West Auckland (Croatia/ Dutch ancestors), with the past 20+ years living in Surrey/ UK, London, Nelson and Wanaka, I have finally returned 'home' to vibrant and colourful Auckland. I recently moved into my home which is a Historical Heritage listed home built 125+years ago- it is ancient going by NZ standards and what we call 'old'!
My interests include art/design, culture, and history with wellbeing, somatics & psychology stealing the limelight. I have a Bachelor of Design majoring in Interior Architecture from my younger days and am currently studying Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology. I have enjoyed exploring the world from the age of 18 having travelled over 50 countries around the world including Portugal, France, Italy, Germany, Albania, Kosovo, Turkey, Japan, Egypt, Morocco, India and more.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Haere mai (welcome in Maori) Workawayers to my Central Auckland Abode :) A stylish 125year old Heritage home in a beautiful and peaceful neighbourhood only 5min walk to city centre Ponsonby which is lively and vibrant and full of boutique designer shops, independent book stores, galleries, cafes, pubs, bars, restaurants, parks and close to many beaches.
This will leave you time to explore what Auckland has to offer! My abode is:
- 4min walk to Ponsonby Rd- boutique/ designer shops, independent book shops, galleries, cafes, pubs, bars, restaurants- food haven
- 12min walk/ 3min drive to Karangahape Rd (also known as K'Rd)- diverse cultural, artistic and vibrant atmosphere, as well as being Auckland's main LGBTQ+ district) - boutique shops, cafes, bars, restaurants, op shops (opportunity shops/ second hand shops)
- 7min walk to the supermarket
- 25min walk/ 9min bus ride to Kingsland Train Station (closest train station)
- 6min drive to Herne Bay- quiet, small, and beautiful beach
- 7min drive to Victoria Park/ Markets
- 8min drive to Mt Eden lookout over Auckland city (the top of a volcano with a sacred crater that erupted about 28,000 years ago)
- 10min drive/ 30min walk to Sky City, Viaduct harbour, Aotea Sq/ Queen St
- 12min drive to Point Chevalier Beach
- 12min drive to Auckland Art Gallery, Museum/ Botanical Gardens
- 17min drive to Takapuna Beach- looking out to Rangitioto/ Whangaparoa. A lively place with cafes, bars and restaurants. Great for swimming and sports.
- 20min drive to Mission Bay- looking out to Rangitoto and Waiheke Island. A lively place with cafes, bars and restaurants. Great for swimming and sports.
- 30min drive to some absolutely stunning Waitakere Ranges walks
- 10min drive + 30min by ferry to Rangitioto- a volcano which emerging from the sea just 600 years ago, and is the youngest volcano in NZ with some spectacular views and scenic walks
- 10min drive + 35min Ferry ride to Waiheke Island- pristine white sandy beaches and turquoise blue waters, gorgeous landscapes, world class wines, and fantastic cuisine
- 35min drive to Orewa beach- stunning 3 km beach with shops and cafes. It's a great destination if you like swimming, surfing, kayaking, windsurfing and kite surfing.
- 40min drive to Muriwai Beach- a windswept rugged coastline stretching 60 kilometres, with an extremely strong sea/ waves and interrupted only by streams and rivers, makes Muriwai one of New Zealand's most spectacular black-sand surf beaches. Experienced Surfing/ Kitesurfing/ Wakeboarding heaven! Surrounded by sand dunes, greenery, stunning walks, very few houses/ baches (holiday homes), and a cafe here and there. About 1,200 pairs of gannets nest here from August to March each year on two vertical- sided islands on to sea. A luscious green drive to Muriwai.
Any questions please ask... I look forward to hearing from you and being your host :)
Nga mihi (regards/ thank you in Maori)
Maria
Help
***I only have a stay available for 2 nights accommodation for 1 person***
Workawayers, the help needed on my property is just about finished. This means your choice in staying is limited to *2 nights- or longer if you have any specific skills! (meals not included- I'm not that cruel in feeding you my 'cooking' lol).
Tasks of 3 hrs per day per person include:
- lawn mowing with easy to use electric lawn mower (weather dependant)
- watering the garden
- Cleaning the interior of the house
- minimal amount of weeding
You need to have the right clothing if it rains as who knows what Mother Nature will present us with this time of year :)
More skilled tasks means that you can stay longer if you wish. These tasks will be unsupervised included but not limited to:
- Hanging up pictures/ mirrors from start to finish
- building exterior steps on a slope leading to the backyard
- putting up trellises
- paving in the back yard so it is not all grass
- drainage tasks in the backyard
It is a very central part of Auckland meaning that it is easy to get around by foot, public transport or your own vehicle. Being so central it is also a great location to get your new vehicle and/ or modify it to your liking. I live a busy life of work, socialising and fitness so I need independent people who will do a proper thorough task under their own supervision most of the time.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
There is a queen bed, French doors and free Fibre Internet waiting for you! I am providing a beautiful bedroom and home so make yourself at home.
What else ...
Any questions please ask... I look forward to hearing from you, Maria.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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