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Host rating
55 %
Last replied
17 Jan 2025
Feedback
7
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Description
Hi there, I live in central Nelson next to the Centre of New Zealand and the Maitai River. I have 2 daughters 19 and 17 - my oldest daughter has moved to Wellington so I have a spare room to be able to offer to people travelling through Nelson in exchange for jobs such as oiling a deck, sanding and painting window sills, gardening and tree work. When I first travelled in NZ before moving here this is how I worked my way around the country and met some great people and had some great experiences so I’d like to offer this opportunity now I’m in the position to do so.
I work full time but in my spare time I love to walk in the hills, swim oudoors, go camping and tramping and exploring this beautiful country!
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I’ve lived in Nelson for over 20 years and know the area really well. I’ve love tramping and would love to share stories and experiences.
Projects involving children
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Help
I am working on lots of projects around the house and garden - sanding and oiling a deck, sanding and painting window sills, tree work and rebuilding a compost area.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Double room in main house sharing a bathroom with 1 other. With a view of the centre of New Zealand and a green outlook.
What else ...
There is heaps to do in around Nelson so you tie it in with tramping trips around the area and plenty of great swimming places close by.
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?
Two
Feedback (5)
The work is really flexible, I really enjoyed the chill mornings and the gardening work then spent the rest of the day exploring Nelson.
I also had great conversations with Naina, she and her daughter… read more
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The work is really flexible, I really enjoyed the chill mornings and the gardening work then spent the rest of the day exploring Nelson.
I also had great conversations with Naina, she and her daughter… read more
