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Last replied
16 Jan 2026
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Min stay requested: at least a week
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Description
Hi, We have a beautiful small farm in a scenic valley. Riverside with a good swimming hole. We are in Whangaroa, near Kaeo and the awesome beaches of the Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand. We try to live the "homesteaders" life, the farmlet is not a business but contributes to our family's self-sustainability.
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Animal Care
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Culture
Technology
Politics / Social justice
Pets
Self development
Farming
Charity work
Photography
Music
History
DIY & crafts
Books
Gardening
Animals
Outdoor activities
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Beach
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UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are an organic small lifestyle block. We live a simple life. We have a self contained cottage for self catering. It is best for you to have your own vehicle. The closest shop is 10 minutes away. The property is in a very beautiful quiet and peaceful location. The river is lovely to swim in! We are adjacent to a Nature reserve of Conservation Native Bush. Great hiking on the doorstep.
I can share with you good local knowledge of the area and teach some of the indigenous uses of native plants and trees/rongōa māori. I have extensive knowledge and practice of Natural holistic health body/mind and spirit. I am also experienced in natural landcare stewardship/kaitiakitanga. I would love to share and learn more about plant medicine traditions from your country. I am exploring cosmolocalism and bioregionalism utilizing web3 and would love to find people interested in these things.
Just the 2 of us at home. Sometimes our > 18 yr old children are around too.
There are some of New Zealand's best beaches and best forest hikes (the famous kauri in the Puketi Forest) , all within a 20mins drive.
I can share a lot about organic farming, plants, foraging, herbs and making medicinal balms etc. -
Help
Help required on the land, garden and house. Grubbing weeds, planting, gardening, painting and window cleaning. We have a small old dog, sheep, 2 goats and 2 horses( not ridden). Handy builders, hard workers, epic cleaners and conversationalists always welcome.
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Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Beginner -
Accommodation
We have a basic 2 bedroom cottage with a small kitchen, stove. Cosy nice vibe with scenic outlook. 1 Queen bed and 2 singles.
Shower and toilet ( water conservers please)
Parking for a van or car.
We do not offer shared meals or provide food. We would love if you can self cater for reduced work hours.
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What else ...
Beaches nearby are Tauranga Bay, Matauri Bay and many others. Great swimming, diving, fishing from the beautiful Whangaroa Harbour.
4 Square shop in Kaeo, Indian restaurant and a couple of places for fish and chips. Local library.
The well known Puketi Forest and the Kauri walks are 10minutes away.
We like quiet peaceful people, low alcohol and no drugs and smoking only outside. -
A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
Mobile reception is good. Would need a portable wifi router with your own plan for larger data use.
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Space for parking camper vans
We have good parking and plenty of space. If you are self contained, camping and not using our accomodation or electricity we can negotiate work exchange.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Wal
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