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Lend us a helping hand at our charming house and garden in Waihi, New Zealand

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  • Description

    Description

    We are an acitve older couple enjoying our charming house and garden in Waihi. The beautiful Waihi surf beach is a 12 minute drive and we are close to the Karangahake Gorge, Whangamata, The Hauraki Rail Trail for cyclists and bush walks. We are one hour from Mt Maunganui and Tauranga. We are wanting some help with the property, e.g. weeding, pruning and painting as well as indoor work etc. We have 2 spare rooms and beds. Kate is a healing practitioner and Terry is hands on and tells a good yarn.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Light gardening
    Creative DIY projects
    Help around the house
    Light maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are involved in the community and can introduce guests to local events.. Kate is aware of alternative health and healing events. Travellers would benefit from experiencing life in a small kiwi town within reach of many beautiful natural attractions including the historic town of Thames. There is no public transport unfortunately. Bike hire is available in Waihi. Own transport necessary.

  • Help

    Help

    Gardening, weeding, pruning, and outdoor painting. Some general maintenance helping Terry.
    Indoor painting and cleaning.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    One double bedroom and one small single (with a very comfortable bed). Bathroom is shared.
    Kate will organise and cook food although help with this might be an option if you want. We are fairly health conscious eaters. Not really into meat although have chicken . We can be flexible though. Non smokers.

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Small to medium. Space is at front of property near the house.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    My animals / pets

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