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Host rating
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28 Mar 2024
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Description
I have100 acre block 1hour north west of central Auckland. My adult children and their partners also live on the property. Half our land is planted in timber and native trees. We have some beef cows. We have an interest in biological farming and are organic. We have vegetable gardens and fruit trees. We are 20kms West of Warkworth. We live in a house that John built with timber he had sawn.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
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
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are 20kms from nearest shop or transport. Travellers would expereince living relatively isolated. We will meet you if you do not have transport. We have cellphone reception for all networks. Very pleasant rural environment. Our house is 1km from the road.
Help
Some fencing tasks, painting, gardening, sorting stacks of timber for moving.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Japanese: Fluent
Accommodation
Separate room with ensuite and great views. Shared meals. Extremely quiet and sunny site. Length of stay is also negotiable.
What else ...
It may be possible to use a vehicle to access activities away from the area - depending on experince driving and rural roads. This would be negotiated. There are 4 adults travelling to work so rides could be available for a day out.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Vans and small campervans. There is a large workshop if needed for repairs to vehicles.
Can possibly accept pets
We have dogs on the farm but not at the house so a dog which does not get on the furniture and is ok with other dogs is welcome. A cat would also be welcome. Many electric fences on the farm but not by the house.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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