A smiling couple sits at a wooden table in a restaurant, enjoying Thai food with chopsticks. Both appear happy, sharing a delicious meal together.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower, floating vanity, round mirror, white tiles, dark flooring, window with greenery outside, and neatly folded towels on the sink.
A cozy bedroom with a large window, light gray curtains, neatly made bed with floral pillows, wall art, wooden furniture, and soft, natural lighting. Peaceful atmosphere.
Five friends sit around a wooden table, smiling and enjoying dessert. There are ice cream tubs, plates, drinks, and cutlery. The atmosphere looks cheerful and relaxed.
A smiling woman stands outdoors holding a freshly dug potato. She wears a pink shirt, black pants, gardening gloves, and grips a shovel. Green trees surround her.
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Cultural exchange with our family in Kerikeri, New Zealand

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: No minimum

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  • Description

    Description

    Kia ora,
    We are based in Kerikeri - the fruitgrowing capital of NZ. Myself(Phil) and my wife, Fhiona, bought our beautiful 100 year old house 5 years ago . Set in 3 acres of beautiful gardens, every week we find a new plant that someone has lovingly planted at some point. From the rose arbour to the veggie gardens there is always a project going on with lots of laughter and maybe a bit of mud!

    We're close enough to walk into Kerikeri town and we also have a spa in winter and swimming pool in summer!

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Culture
    Plant care
    Music
    Photography
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Performing arts
    Nature
    Team sports
    Winter sports
    Sailing / Boating
    Beach
    Water sports
    Outdoor activities
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Come and share in a cultural experience with us and learn how to cook pizza and more. We love meeting new people and sharing our home with them and learning about their culture and homeland.

    We love playing board games and chatting around the dinner table.
    We go to a quiz each week which you are welcome to join us.

  • Help

    Help

    Gardening/Weeding/Cleaning/Washing up

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner
    Italian: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Queen bed
    Bathroom
    Single beds

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    No smoking or vaping please
    Leaving by 10am on departure day
    Clean bedroom and bathroom ready for next workaway
    Sorry but we can't accommodate different dietary requirements

  • 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

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

Host ref number: 994478484112

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A modern bathroom with a glass shower, floating vanity, round mirror, white tiles, dark flooring, window with greenery outside, and neatly folded towels on the sink.
A cozy bedroom with a large window, light gray curtains, neatly made bed with floral pillows, wall art, wooden furniture, and soft, natural lighting. Peaceful atmosphere.
Five friends sit around a wooden table, smiling and enjoying dessert. There are ice cream tubs, plates, drinks, and cutlery. The atmosphere looks cheerful and relaxed.
A smiling woman stands outdoors holding a freshly dug potato. She wears a pink shirt, black pants, gardening gloves, and grips a shovel. Green trees surround her.
A smiling couple sits at a wooden table in a restaurant, enjoying Thai food with chopsticks. Both appear happy, sharing a delicious meal together.

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