Rows of grapevines with vibrant yellow and red autumn leaves stretch into the distance under a cloudy sky, flanked by green grass and distant mountains.
A vineyard stretches under a clear blue sky, with rows of bare grapevines and wooden posts, casting long shadows across green grass and a dirt path.
A person in a red cap and green shirt stomps grapes inside a large plastic bin labeled "Lime Gully" for traditional winemaking in a winery setting.
A sunny day at a backyard pool with two people swimming. Wooden deck, towel, and trees in the background. Clear blue water and peaceful atmosphere.
Four Titoki Vineyards wine bottles are lined up on a wooden deck beside a swimming pool under a clear blue sky, casting colorful reflections and shadows.
A man is harvesting grapes in a vineyard, wearing a salmon-colored shirt, black shorts, and boots, with a white container of grapes at his feet.
This modern open-plan living space features a cozy gray sofa, stylish kitchen, dining table with white chairs, wooden accents, large windows, and natural light.
This minimalist bedroom features a double bed with gray bedding, two windows providing natural light, a white nightstand, beige carpet, and plain cream walls.
A modern living room features a large brown leather sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, decorative cushion, potted plant, neutral walls, and large windows with outdoor views.
A modern house with large glass windows, wooden panel exterior, and black accents. Concrete pathway leads to the entrance, beside a fenced pool area, under blue skies.
A small modern wooden cabin sits among lush greenery and trees, featuring a large window. Rolling hills and a blue sky provide a peaceful, natural backdrop.
A vineyard at sunrise with grapevines covered in protective netting. Dewy grass lines a dirt path, and mountains are visible under a pink-orange sky.
The image depicts a lighthouse with a red and white striped base, topped with a metal cage and a small window, set against an overcast sky.
The image depicts a seal sitting on a rocky beach, surrounded by small plants and other seals in the background, with a rugged cliffside visible in the distance.
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Get to know our Kiwi lifestyle at a small boutique vineyard in South Wairarapa, New Zealand

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    Pruning Help Wanted – Wairarapa 2026 🍇

    Pruning Dates:
    12th -20th June 2026 or
    9th - 19th July

    Hi! We’re Lisa & Craig, and we’d love to welcome you to our small vineyard just south of Martinborough, in the beautiful Wairarapa, New Zealand.

    Craig is an Environmental Consultant, and Lisa is a Graphic & Textile Designer who now works primarily in our growing wine business.
    We’re looking for 2 couples or individuals to join us for pruning during winter. Experience is a bonus, but not essential — you just need to be fit, willing, and keen to learn.


    Accommodation & Food provided
    Two queen beds: one in the house and one in a separate nook next to the house, & a 4 bed bunk room.
    Shared bathroom with other work aways.
    Swimming pool
    We can collect you from a Wairarapa train, and drop you back into Wellington city after your time with us.

    It’s a peaceful rural setting surrounded by vineyards and farms — a wonderful place to experience a workaway.
    We’d love to hear from you! 🍷

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Gardening
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Beach
    Movies & TV
    Sustainability
    Farming
    Photography
    Music
    DIY & crafts
    Books
    Art & design
    Cooking & food
    Gardening
    Nature
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

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    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

    We enjoy learning about life in other countries. We would love to share our Kiwi lifestyle with you. We can tell you all we know about winemaking in New Zealand. Martinborough, the closest town is known for its many vineyards and olive groves.

  • Help

    Help

    We are looking for 2 - 3 couples &/or individuals who can help us with our annual vineyard pruning.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We have a new house just south of Martinborough. The house is set in a vineyard . There is plenty of space. 1 Queen bed is available in the house, the other queen bed is in the nook next to the house. We also have a 4 bed bunk room in the house. You will share the bathroom with other work aways staying, and rest of the house with my husband & I. Breakfast is a rolling breakfast and we eat lunch & dinner together. Morning & afternoon tea is provided. Non smokers please. Wifi is available, cell reception works through the internet connection, otherwise is patchy in the house.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Close by are many vineyards. There are 4 towns 5 - 40 minutes drive away. About a 40 minute drive away is Cape Palliser where you can see seals and climb the steps to the lighthouse. In the opposite direction is Castle Point which offers a boadwalk to another lighthouse and a lovely beach. Wellington city is known for its great cafes and Te Papa is a fantastic museum.

  • 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

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    If you have your own van, there is plenty of space to park.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Profile photo of We have a number of wild birds around the vineyard and take time to protect our native life through trapping.

    We have a number of wild birds around the vineyard and take time to protect our native life through trapping.

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A vineyard stretches under a clear blue sky, with rows of bare grapevines and wooden posts, casting long shadows across green grass and a dirt path.
A person in a red cap and green shirt stomps grapes inside a large plastic bin labeled "Lime Gully" for traditional winemaking in a winery setting.
A sunny day at a backyard pool with two people swimming. Wooden deck, towel, and trees in the background. Clear blue water and peaceful atmosphere.
Four Titoki Vineyards wine bottles are lined up on a wooden deck beside a swimming pool under a clear blue sky, casting colorful reflections and shadows.
A man is harvesting grapes in a vineyard, wearing a salmon-colored shirt, black shorts, and boots, with a white container of grapes at his feet.
This modern open-plan living space features a cozy gray sofa, stylish kitchen, dining table with white chairs, wooden accents, large windows, and natural light.
This minimalist bedroom features a double bed with gray bedding, two windows providing natural light, a white nightstand, beige carpet, and plain cream walls.
A modern house with large glass windows, wooden panel exterior, and black accents. Concrete pathway leads to the entrance, beside a fenced pool area, under blue skies.
A small modern wooden cabin sits among lush greenery and trees, featuring a large window. Rolling hills and a blue sky provide a peaceful, natural backdrop.
A vineyard at sunrise with grapevines covered in protective netting. Dewy grass lines a dirt path, and mountains are visible under a pink-orange sky.
Rows of grapevines with vibrant yellow and red autumn leaves stretch into the distance under a cloudy sky, flanked by green grass and distant mountains.
The image depicts a lighthouse with a red and white striped base, topped with a metal cage and a small window, set against an overcast sky.
The image depicts a seal sitting on a rocky beach, surrounded by small plants and other seals in the background, with a rugged cliffside visible in the distance.

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