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A cozy, small yellow house with a circular window sits on a grassy hill. Surrounded by trees and plants, it has a wooden porch and benches.
A vibrant salad with mixed greens, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red onions, roasted almonds, kidney beans, quinoa, and sliced boiled eggs, beautifully presented on an orange platter.
A turquoise door with frosted panes, framed by rustic wood. Pink flowering vine climbs beside it. Worn sandals and a “welcome” mat complete the entry.
A serene landscape features green hills, farm buildings, and scattered trees under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground shows lush vegetation, creating a peaceful rural scene.
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A scalloped green bowl filled with a colorful assortment of cherry tomatoes sits on a wooden cutting board placed on a rustic wooden table.
A woman with long blonde hair smiles warmly, wearing a woven hat, standing outdoors surrounded by green leafy plants and wooden trellis on a sunny day.
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Experience an unique intentional community and eco village in Waiheke Island, New Zealand

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  2026 

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    We live in the beautiful Eco village of 169 hectares on Waiheke Island. The village is a 31 year old community that is home to 15 families of all ages. The village is a 25min drive from Matiatia where the passenger Ferry arrives and 10 minutes drive from stunning Onetangi Beach. We have a modest house surrounded by the valley, trees, vegetable gardens and ponds.

    Waiheke Island is gorgeous place, population around 9400 people. We are 35min boat ride from downtown Auckland. Waiheke Island is reknown for its beautiful beaches, vineyards, restaurants and vibrant art & music community.

    I live with my 20yr old son & my daughter starts university this year.

    We eat mostly organic or locally sourced food. I love cooking wholesome food with fresh ingredients.

    I have travelled a lot and enjoy hosting travellers. As a single mum & busy business owner, its great to have some extra help to keep on top of things. It is also nice for my young adults to meet people from other countries with other cultures and languages.

    I have a lovely sleepout/room in the garden, 20m from the house, with a double bed and valley views. While the kitchen, bathroom etc is in the main house. We have Starlink wifi in the house. 2 x Kayaks & an electric bike you can use, plus a spa pool next to the house.

    Work will involve gardening, cleaning and cooking etc and sometimes the opportunity to get involved in our intentional community activities. Note we are not on the bus route and the village is a little isolated from the rest of the island. Check it out on the map first. I'm happy to collect & drop back to the Matiatia ferry terminal.

    I travel into the central part of the Island regularly for work. I own a garden maintenance & pest control business.

    I look forward to hosting outgoing, hard working people interested in the environment. We are partially off grid with composting toilet, solar panels, wood burning fireplace with wet back heating, rain water and worm farm for Composting.

    My current needs are processing fire wood eg splitting & stacking. physical tasks. Although will be mix with other tasks each day, so manageable.

    Best wishes
    Dawn

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Self development
    Movies & TV
    Farming
    Events & social
    Plant care
    Gardening
    DIY & crafts
    Cooking & food
    Yoga / Wellness
    Sailing / Boating
    Outdoor activities
    Hiking
    Fitness
    Nature
    Dancing
    Beach
  • 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 live in a unique ecovillage on Waiheke Island. There are many walking tracks on our land, beach access, Eel sanctuary and much more.

  • Help

    Help

    I am able to host singles or couples. Tasks are generally, cooking, cleaning, gardening, chopping wood, small garden projects, etc

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Large sleepout with double bed. The main house has a composting toilet, not a flush toilet. We are on an island that depends on rain-water. We are mindful of our water use over summer..we also have a spa pool :-)

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    There is a gorgeous Italian Restaurant & Vineyard a short 10min walk from home. Poderi Crisci

  • 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

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Cows

    Many native birds

Host ref number: 852344262519

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A cozy, small yellow house with a circular window sits on a grassy hill. Surrounded by trees and plants, it has a wooden porch and benches.
A vibrant salad with mixed greens, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, red onions, roasted almonds, kidney beans, quinoa, and sliced boiled eggs, beautifully presented on an orange platter.
A turquoise door with frosted panes, framed by rustic wood. Pink flowering vine climbs beside it. Worn sandals and a “welcome” mat complete the entry.
A serene landscape features green hills, farm buildings, and scattered trees under a partly cloudy sky. The foreground shows lush vegetation, creating a peaceful rural scene.
Lush green forested hills under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds, viewed from a rooftop with a corrugated metal surface in the foreground. Peaceful scenery.
A scalloped green bowl filled with a colorful assortment of cherry tomatoes sits on a wooden cutting board placed on a rustic wooden table.
A woman with long blonde hair smiles warmly, wearing a woven hat, standing outdoors surrounded by green leafy plants and wooden trellis on a sunny day.
The image shows an aerial view of a rural landscape with rolling hills, green fields, and trees, with a body of water in the distance under a blue sky with clouds.
The image depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, a winding river, and a clear sky, evoking a sense of peace and tranquility. The scene is likely set in a rural area.

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