Stay on our beautiful farm near Queenstown and help us out, NZ

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30/03/2022
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Description
We stay on a beautiful farm in Mandeville which is 10 minutes outside Gore.
The farm has a beautiful river which runs through it and is wonderful for swimming, fishing and picnics.
We live in the main house and our workers live in a house which is situated just 2 minutes from the farm in the little town of Mandeville which has a cute little restaurant and airfield for scenic flights over the area.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Farmstay help
Help around the house
Animal Care
UN sustainablity goals this host is trying to achieve
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What's this?
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
500 cow pure bred jersey dairy farm
We are looking for a couple to help around our full time workers house and light duties out on the farm, also some milking for the adventurous :)
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Fluent
Accommodation
Own room with a double bed
What else ...
Two beautiful rivers flowing through the farm for picnics, swimming and fishing.

Town is only 10 minutes away which has restaurants, bars, museum and art gallery.

Also there are many world famous hiking and walking tracks close by.

Queenstown 1:30 hours away, Dunedin 2 hours. Vehicle available.
A little more information
- Internet access
- Limited internet access
- We have pets
- We are smokers
- Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week

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Feedback left by and about host (10)

17/05/2018

Left by Workawayer (Spela ) for host

This was a total new exprience for me - staying on a dairy farm and really was nervous how will it be. It turned out to be one of my best stays at a family. Red, Hendrick, Liam, Henry and also Reese and Kylie were extremely nice and understanding. :) Red made me feel very welcomed and accepted. They treated me as a family member, they were very… read more

(Excellent )

27/01/2017

Left by Workawayer (anna) for host

We spent an amazing week with red, hank and liam!!!! They were adorable with us!!! We really enjoyed our stay! Milking cows was really funny compare to others farm ! The food was delicious and free range of course! We will come back if its possible! Thank you !

(Excellent )

02/06/2016

Left by Workawayer (Cindy) for host

Redford was my first Workaway experience and I loved every minute of it! Him and his two boys were so welcoming and fun to be around. I arrived on a weekend so I actually did a lot of cool family activities with them (day trip to Dunedin!) and I felt like a part of their lovely and kind family. I even went to the kids' basketball and rugby games.… read more

(Excellent )

15/03/2016

Left by host for Workawayer (Florence)

We were very lucky to have Florence stay with us. She brought with her a positive energy, full of happiness and was very interactive whether it be with myself or my children. She was very enthusiastic and thorough with everything she did. Highly recommended...!

(Excellent )

14/03/2016

Left by Workawayer (Florence) for host

I really enjoyed my 2 weeks in the farm. Redford and his 2 sons are very friendly and interesting. Tasks are not hard and you can experience some funny milking. These 2 weeks have passed very quickly, i would have loved to stay more but i have to continue travelling. Definitely worth it ;)

(Excellent )

29/02/2016

Left by Workawayer (Theresa) for host

My friend Alexa and I had the best time on the farm! The whole family had us laughing within minutes of meeting and the fun continued the whole week. I enjoyed getting out of my comfort zone by milking the cows and helping with chores around the farm. Definitely a highlight of my time here in NZ. Thanks for everything (Robert) Redford!! :)

(Excellent )

27/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Melody) for host

Redfor's family are very lovely! I spend one week with theirs, and they teach me a lot of things about the farm life! I enjoy so much this week in his house, and I felt part of the family! I learned about culture kiwi, I lived great experiences! Nice house, nice place, nice family...

Sin duda 100% recomendable!

(Excellent )

21/01/2016

Left by Workawayer (Wiebke) for host

My week at this farm was awesome. All people, who live and work here are friendly and it was never boring. I was integrated in the family life and had a lot of fun with them. I loved to work here. It was my best farmstay in New Zealand.
Thanks a lot for this great time!
Best wishes
Wiebke

(Excellent )

01/11/2015

Left by Workawayer (Sarah) for host

Great week - easy to fit in and everyone is very friendly.
Thanks for everything

(Excellent )

10/10/2015

Left by Workawayer (Lena & Valerie) for host

We had awesome 4 weeks with the Easton Family!
They're really friendly and you're integrated in the family life which is nice.
There are a lot of experiences like feeding calfes, fishing, milking cows and more.
When you like animals and want to experiences something different to the city you'll be right at this place.
Thank you for… read more

(Excellent )

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