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Awatea Sanctuary, Waimate, New Zealand

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  2025 

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  • Description

    Description

    I live in a beautiful country sanctuary, with stunning views of the Waimate district and the sea. The native birds and the garden filled with a wide variety of plants, create this tranquil, serene environment. There is an orchard with a variety of fruit. Seven sheep and a rather chatty cat 'Titten' keep me company. I am a reflexologist and I have an interest in medicinal plants and like making herbal infusions and tinctures. I enjoy qigong practice, biking and singing.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    I am willing to help with English as I taught for 40 years. I like sharing information about gardening and anything I am interested in and I like listening to peoples perspectives and knowledge. I like having fun.

  • Help

    Help

    I would like garden, planting and composting help. I call it a treasure hunt garden as I plant vegetables in amongst flowers and bushes. I would appreciate help around the house too.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    I have a self contained container on the property with a queen bed, cooking facilities, a shower and composting toilet. It is warm and private.

    I use mainly veges and herbs from the garden and the local market on Saturdays. I cook vegetarian,chicken meat and fish. I opt for spray free and organic. There is an orchard with a variety of fruits and berries.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Waimate has a lot of interesting things to see and do. Lovely bush walks, bike tracks. There are buses coming into Waimate daily. I have a bike people can use while they are staying here.

  • 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

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    I have good Internet connection

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 991226413655

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The image depicts a large house with a gable roof, featuring a spacious front yard and a driveway, surrounded by a well-manicured lawn and a fence, set against a serene background.
The image depicts a serene backyard with a lush green lawn, vibrant trees, and bushes, set against a bright blue sky with wispy clouds.
The image depicts a large outdoor pizza oven with a stone exterior, featuring a small door and a metal handle, set against a natural stone background. The oven is surrounded by greenery.
The image depicts a woman standing in front of a garden, wearing a blue cap, red shirt, and blue jeans, with a building and mountains visible in the background.
The image depicts a collection of leafy greens and herbs, likely from a garden or farm, showcasing their vibrant colors and textures, with a focus on their natural beauty and growth.

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