Garry River Farm Cottage, North Canterbury, New Zealand

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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Details

  • Description

    Description

    Hi there, we are Nigel and Glenda and we live in the cottage which is owned by my (Nigel) father who lives here in the Big House. We have a large vegetable garden which always requires work and various farm chores daily related to deer, cattle and managing the invasive cherry trees in our area...

    The farm is a working deer/cattle farm at the base of Mt.Thomas, a great spot for hiking... there's plentiful foraging and hunting too. We have a fun and close knit community of farms who can offer a range of experiences.

    We love exchanging ideas and experiences and our love of good food and drink.

    We also have a wee house/truck dog called Tui.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Help with Eco Projects
    Elderly Companionship
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    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

    My everyday is spent in a great place filled with a diverse range of tasks which have fascinating skillsets to learn... also the best fresh food you can put in your mouth!!

  • Help

    Help

    Mostly help around the house, some firewood help, always gardening and sometimes fencing and stock moving. I like to make helping fun...

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    A private double bedroom with toilet/bath ensuite, shared livingroom, good food provided. Also available, a sleep out with double bed.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Close to Ashley Gorge and Glentui, 15mins one way to Oxford (library and Sunday farmers market) or 25mins the other way to Rangiora. 1hr to CHC Airport
    I'm a keen outdoorsman who likes to hunt and you're welcome to tag along...

  • 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

  • ...

    Hours expected

    4 hours a day, but sometimes more expected but can be banked for days off... if you're diligent we are flexible!

Host ref number: 913157518388

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