Profile information
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Host rating
80 %
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Last replied
4 May 2026
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Feedback
6
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Email verified
Badges (3)
Details
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Description
Hi, my name is Joseph.
I am looking for some short-term help around my house and property. Gardening, landscaping, small building projects, painting, cleaning etc.
I am living alone but you are welcome to join me! Shared kitchen and bathroom. I enjoy working on projects, gardening, cooking, listening to music and relaxing when home.
I have availability in May 2026. -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Hokitika is a great spot to explore the area.
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Help
I am looking for 4 hours per day, 5 days per week in exchange for accommodation and some food. Help will include indoor and outdoor cleaning, gardening, and general maintenance around the property.
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
I have a cute sleepout with King bed, the kitchen and bathroom are in the main house.
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What else ...
Plenty of outdoor opportunities for hiking, biking, exploring etc.
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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
This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
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My animals / pets
Feedback (5)
One of the highlights was getting to try the incredible sandwiches from his shop in Hokitika – absolutely delicious! … read more
From the very beginning, Joseph made sure we had everything we needed, including great food that was not only high-quality but also environmentally friendly—something we really appreciated. We stayed in his cozy hut, which had a very comfortable bed and was a perfect place to … read more
Feedback
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Accuracy of profile:
(5.0)
Cultural exchange:
(4.4)
Communication:
(5.0)
One of the highlights was getting to try the incredible sandwiches from his shop in Hokitika – absolutely delicious! … read more
From the very beginning, Joseph made sure we had everything we needed, including great food that was not only high-quality but also environmentally friendly—something we really appreciated. We stayed in his cozy hut, which had a very comfortable bed and was a perfect place to … read more
Joseph is a very busy but very nice and welcoming person. We enjoyed our stay there and would recommend it to other helpers!
We were staying in our own self contained unit, with a big bedroom, big bed and a little kitchen with no oven but everything you need to cook a nice dinner.
Joseph was always making … read more
The accommodation was really good but the wifi was not … read more