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Become part of our family on our small farm in Fairlie, New Zealand

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    We live on a small farm and have sheep and cattle. We are within walking distance of Fairlie (which is near Tekapo/Mt Cook/Timaru/Geraldine). We are near a Christian church, swimming pool, library and shops. We also have a couple horses and a range of dogs, cats & birds. Kevin is a fly fishing guide seven months of the year and Jodi works from home so Jodi could use a hand with general farm work, maintenance, painting, building, gardening, housework, cooking, etc. Help hours and days are very flexible. Vehicle/bicycles may be available. Jodi is American and Kevin a Kiwi. We have two children who have now left home. Our daughter Kelty was born in 2005 and lives in Christchurch. Our son Alex was born in 2001 and lives in America. Its a bit quiet for us and we love to have visitors!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Kiwi & American cultural mix... multiple types of animals so plenty of scope to learn.

  • Help

    Help

    We could use a hand with general farm tasks, home/general maintenance, gardening, housework, cooking, everyday life, etc. It's always changing. We will sometimes go and help others with gardening/cleaning if there is a need in the community. Communication is key... Our lifestyle isn't routine which means we can be flexible with hours and days around what you want to do, the weather, etc. and we value travellers who are also flexible with our changeable lifestyle. We have a list of jobs and projects and appreciate motivated helpers who just jump right in and get involved...if theres nothing organized, you can do something on the list or just notice what needs doing.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    When you arrive, you become family. We want you to be comfortable and feel at home. You will have a private room in the main house with a shared bathroom. Unlimited wifi. Food provided. Self serve breakfast, lunch and snacks, with dinner prepared (help always appreciated with preparation and clean up). We often eat late so usually have late starts.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We have spare bicycles/vehicle, only one km to the main street of Fairlie (home of the world famous Fairlie Bakehouse), nearby walks and a lake, also Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook, Timaru and Geraldine.

  • 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

    We have unlimited internet, not fibre, but fast enough to stream, etc.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    We have plenty of room, including an outside campervan electric plug.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    Hours expected

    Very flexible depending on weather, etc. Usually 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week. We really value volunteers who are self motivated...

Host ref number: 742678973347

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