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31 Mar 2025
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Description
We are a 10 acre lifestyle block in paradise.
Used to be organically certified and grow amazing garlic for the farmers markets and organic shops. However we are now both retired and just need help to keep eveything under control.
We are Lon, Gilly and Bayley our granddaughter.
Woek consists of helping in the garden..we still grow produce for our own consumption. Helping with fencing to keep in unruly pet cows and horses. And building maintenance.
We are friendly and outgoing and provide good meals in our cosy home..shared with 2 cats, 1 loopy dog and 2 rabbits.
Plenty of gold mining history, vineyards and beautiful scenery for walking. Plus black sky star viewing.
This was the location for Rohan in LOR and more recently Power of the Dog...we were all extras on it.
We are 20ks from Poolburn Reservoir...kayaking, tramping etc.
Alexandra is our closest town a d we can pick up from the bus for those with no transport.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
General Maintenance
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Lon is a 3rd generation Kiwi...qualified horticulturalist....Im English, a musician and still tour from time to time.
I've been here with Lon for 20 years.
We were organically certified and grew mostly garlic..for farmers markets etc.
We love company...happy to show the local history.
Projects involving children
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Help
Basically trying to keep on top if 10 acres and crazy animals.
Fencing, gardening, building if you have experience.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Accommodation
Spare room in the house with shared facilities...though we also have a camper van that can be used for accommodation.
What else ...
Plenty of stunning scenery, but right out in the sticks...vehicle is useful but wecan pick up, drop off and drive around too, though a donation to petrol for running round would be good. Picking up and dropping off to bus is on us.
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.
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Feedback (2)
Gilly's dishes always filled my appetite perfectly and were very delicious. Lon is experienced person, has lots of interesting stories.
I spent most of my stay recreating a shower room with another workawayer, which I could get some new skills and confidence.
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Gilly's dishes always filled my appetite perfectly and were very delicious. Lon is experienced person, has lots of interesting stories.
I spent most of my stay recreating a shower room with another workawayer, which I could get some new skills and confidence.
I'm… read more
