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Host rating
100 %
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Last replied
25 Jul 2026
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Reply rate
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Min stay requested: at least a week
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Description
Raglan (Surfing Capital of NZ) is a great place to be, even for those who don't like the waves.
I dont answer messages when my calendar is blocked - RED
I'm a retired Nurse and former Organic Beef Farmer who moved from the farm into urban Raglan at the start of 2024. It's a big change being in the village and establishing a new property.
Planting, and infrastructure is well under way but I could still do with some help.
It's s wonderful living close to the ocean, for which I'm a strong advocate.
I'm deeply interested in things of a spiritual nature and the human energetic system, understood now through evidence from Quantum Physics.
I'm learning Spanish & was in Spain in October '24 😁 -
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Light gardening
Creative DIY projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Light maintenance
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Interests
Languages
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Books
Art & design
Yoga / Wellness
Nature
Beach
Cycling -
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Staying and working with me is about so much more than just getting a job done. We start out as strangers and depart as friends. Having farmed organically for over 30 years I have lots of lived experience to share. Some former volunteers are still in regular contact & remain great friends. Ive also collected lots of books about sustainable gardening & land use which I'm very happy for you to dip in to while here.
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Help
Im now developing my property using Urban Permaculture design principles. A fabulous project that you can get involved with. Converting a bare/ weedy block of land into a place of life and vitality. The change in just 2 years is extraordinary. Current jobs include planting, weeding, spreading mulch, building garden infrastructure.
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I'm learning Spanish and would love to speak a little with my guests. I'm not very good but am trying :-) -
Accommodation
Queen sized bed in a loft bedroom inside the house. A shared bathroom, living space & kitchen. Wifi, washing machine. No TV connection, but a moderate screen you can hook up to a device.
I will provide all meals & accommodation in return for 3 - 4 hours of help per day. We can be flexible about when this is undertaken during hot or wet weather. -
What else ...
After our mornings activites there is the beach, surf, bush & coast walks, fishing, cafes or just relaxing on the deck overlooking the bush reserve and listening to the cicadas and birds
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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Can host digital nomads
Excellent WiFi and space in your room
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Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
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How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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My animals / pets
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Feedback (10)
She helped in the garden , very good with the electric weed trimmer & all the other tasks plus she bakes amazing cakes.
We had such interesting conversations (her English is better than mine) 😁
No hesitation in making a recommendation
This woman is right up there with the best WWers.
I'm so glad we decided to work together in my garden . Jasmine is a careful, adventurous (very willing to learn & experience new things) thoughtful & kind person.
Yummy, authentic, Cornish Pasties as well!!
Welcome home any time 😁
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She helped in the garden , very good with the electric weed trimmer & all the other tasks plus she bakes amazing cakes.
We had such interesting conversations (her English is better than mine) 😁
No hesitation in making a recommendation
This woman is right up there with the best WWers.
I'm so glad we decided to work together in my garden . Jasmine is a careful, adventurous (very willing to learn & experience new things) thoughtful & kind person.
Yummy, authentic, Cornish Pasties as well!!
Welcome home any time 😁
Since this was my first Workaway, I really appreciated learning about gardening and getting an insight into how … read more
Thank you so much for the workaway experience and the fantastic time we had together. From the very beginning, you made us feel at home by giving us a little tour of Raglan and a warm welcome to your home. You are a super friendly, sweet, and open host. We learned a great amount about gardening and countless different plants, and … read more
Sophie was a wonderful house guest and Workawayer at my place. Her gardening skills are fantastic and I was able to learn from her. Sophie is a person who just gets on with things quite independently and relaiably. Makes the worlds best pancakes & lots of fun too.
Hope our … read more
