Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in New Zealand

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Experience how I live in a remote area in Northland, New Zealand
I am looking for help for a week, general tidy up and the lawn cut. There are no buses to get here. I will be driving back from Auckland on Sunday and can pick you up along the way if needed. I live on a rural property with the owner's house close ......
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Help with outdoor projects for a quiet stay in a semi-rural setting in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Hi there, My name is Sylvia and my husband’s name is Greg. We have 2 children Quinn (13) and Mika (11). We live on a beautiful 1.5 acre, semi-rural property which is 20 mins drive from Tauranga and 5 mins drive into the local village of Omokoroa. ......
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Be part of a busy family and help around the property with special projects in a secluded part of Welcome Bay, NZ.
Our property is in a quiet, secluded part of Tauranga and you will stay with us in the house in your own double room. We have great views that look out over Tauranga and a swimming pool which is great in the summer to cool down after working in the ......
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A true rural experience and welcome awaits you with us in Lawrence, Otago, New Zealand
We are fully booked up until late January 2026 but don’t hesitate to get in touch now if you’re looking at dates for after that 🤗🤩 Experience a slice of Kiwi rural life with us in the South where we live on a sheep and beef farm. Hi, we’re Hamish ......
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A wee slice of paradise in Christchurch city, Canterbury, New Zealand
Hi there and welcome to New Zealand. A beautiful, beautiful organic garden, fresh veges, world renowned salads, 2 friendly doggies, and a lovely place as a base to explore ChCh as part of the exchange. We'll usually be working in the garden, ......
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Stay in a friendly town, close to walking and biking trails in Taupō, New Zealand
Hello...we are a friendly couple, Enid and Howard who have lived in Taupo for 30+Years. We have been hosting on another website for many years and just now putting up our profile here. We have a lovely home surrounded by native tress and within ......
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Housesitting and cuddling our pets in Christchurch, New Zealand
I am Ashley, a mother of 3, looking to find a pet sitter over the new year period. I live in Kainga Christchurch on a 1.5 arce rural property. I have 2 young cats and 15 chickens
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Learn new skills surrounded by bushland in suburban Lower Hutt, New Zealand
Hi there, I live in a valley about an hour out of Wellington close to our local river and surrounded by bushland. It's a beautiful place. I have a big garden which I need lots of help with & in return I can provide good food, interesting ......
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We are a well travelled couple with one lovely dog living on a lovely property in Nelson & Bays, New Zealand
We are a well travelled couple with one lovely dog living on a lovely property with a large garden. We enjoy the company of our visitors and like to share great food. We are not far from Able Tasman National Park, the main bike trails and great ......
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Experience rural lifestyle on our small block in North Auckland, New Zealand
Experience the rural lifestyle... we have a 10 acre lifestyle block in Waitoki, Auckland, NZ, approx. a 40min drive from Auckland City . We are a 15-20 min drive to lots of locations, such as a lovely beaches, shops, movie theatres, supermarkets ......
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Be a part of a regenerating land-based intentional community in Motueka Valley, New Zealand
What if belonging, purpose, and connection weren’t rare — but simply the way life could be? What if tending the land, sharing meals, building together, and raising children in community weren’t just ideals, but a daily practice that changed ......
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Help with our garden and enjoy the ocean views over Northland, New Zealand
I am a well-travelled, open-minded, older woman on 16 hectares of land in native bush. I am an experienced medical herbalist, dedicated environmentalist, passionate about the food we eat and the environment we all share. This is permaculture ......
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Live in paradise and join our friendly team in Taupō, New Zealand
We are a small, family friendly Motel, located in Taupo, NZ. Our Motel offers 10 rooms with Kitchen facilities. We have a Summer Swimming Pool, Spa Pool, Games Room, Guest Laundry. These facilities are all available to Staff when guests are not ......
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Join a welcoming family and explore the beaches in Far North, Peria, New Zealand
Want to learn about growing food, happy to jump right in and help in a busy family? Availability for 1-2 people, inside and outside work, lots of gardening , fruit tree maintenance, cleaning and possibly babysitting while I’m in the home office, ......
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Look after our energetic dog and needy cat in Auckland, New Zealand
Looking for a pet lover to look after our energetic dog and needy cat....
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Learn about living on a lifestyle property Kapiti Coast, New Zealand
Urgent help and learning placement available during November and early December 2025 for a volunteer with some experience in using basic hand tools and light weight garden equipment (training provided). Learn about no dig gardening and the main ......
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Small cosy farm near Wellington, New Zealand
A cowshed and a cottage- without the milking.....We are a busy Christian family of 6 (4 under 9 years of age) living on a small cosy farm with a big attitude. We share this with a friendly horse, golden retriever, 3 chickens, 11 sheep plus lambs and ......
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Learn to meditate and discover mindfulness at a Tibetan Buddhist centre in Coromandel, New Zealand
Our centre sits on 8 acres in the remote and stunning Valley of Colville, Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand. Surrounded by lush farmland, bush and the lovely hills of the Coromandel range, our ambience is conducive to peace, rest and healing. Our ......
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Join our furry family on our private farmstead in South Auckland, New Zealand
Hello, Martin and I would love you to join us. We are located in Hunua, South Auckland. We both work at home as Martin has retired (early). If you want to experience our lifestyle but enjoy being close to civilization then this is the place for ......
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Helping out on a property in Riverton, Southland, New Zealand.
My one acre property sometimes gets away on me and some assistance is appreciated. I am a mature widow, living alone, retired secondary school teacher who works voluntarily in the community. I have travelled considerably and enjoy learning about ......
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