Homestays, Volunteering & Working Holidays in New Zealand

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Land care and building, off grid home in Kerikeri, New Zealand
We are a German family, living in NZ since 20 years, with 3 children, who have left home and are at university or working. We have 2 lovely dogs , some chickens , 4 sheep 2 hand reared lambs:) and are in the final process of building our off grid ......
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Join us for a cultural exchange in beautiful Lower Moutere, New Zealand
I live in a beautiful home with a large garden that I’m slowly turning into a peaceful, welcoming space full of life with myself and my husband, close to Motueka, Tasman. I love meeting new people, sharing stories, and working together with others ......
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Experience Wiccan spiritual workshops in Whangateau, Auckland, New Zealand
I am an organic farmer, wiccan, herbal healing balm maker, taxation consultant and English language teacher and live with my daughter, her partner and my three grandchildren on our 20 acre natural agriculture, permaculture, organic property. We also ......
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Enjoy stunning views and help around our property in Napier, New Zealand
We would like a strong, capable person to help us clean ceilings, inside walls, clean & wipe cupboards, wash windows, water pressure our roof & pathways, paint the ceiling of our new sun room. We are looking for help from 27 May. We like a sense ......
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Peaceful house in native bush near central Wellington, NZ
We're looking for some help, especially with pet care (walking the dog mainly and some petsitting) over the period of Thursday 14 May until Sunday 7 June - even just a few days within that time frame would be great! The other help at our place ......
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Join me and share your creativity in Kerikeri, New Zealand
Hi there explorers, here is a girl over coming limiting beliefs taking on 6 acres of beautiful land. Often holding crafternoons with friends to connect & create. I love alternative living, a creative, health and being outside exploring our beautiful ......
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Join a family creating a self-sufficient bush paradise near Taipa, New Zealand
We have 121 hectares of land of which 100 hectares is native bush. We do not have tracks through the Bush but that is in the plan. You can walk up our hill and have a view across the valleys and out to the distant coast. We are establishing ......
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Eco-earth house in the bush, protecting endemic fauna and flora in Northland, New Zealand
Kia ora, travellers! Haere mai - welcome - to my whare (home) in beautiful Honeymoon Valley, surrounded by native rainforest, birds and insects. We built this eco-earth house using local clay from right under our feet. This land used to be just ......
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Cool beach village with sweet cats near Wellington in Paekākāriki, New Zealand
Hi, I'm Angela and I live in Paekakariki, a small beach village about 30 km North from Wellington. There is a good train service from the city. It has cafes, a local sauna, a very large park and is ideal for cycling, swimming and walking - being on ......
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Gardens, good vibes and rural Kiwi living in Kaeo, New Zealand
Kia ora! We’re Julz, Victoria, and our little sidekick Louis. We live up in the peaceful hills of Kaeo with epic views, fresh air, and plenty of good vibes! We’re an outdoorsy bunch who love hitting the beach, kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing, ......
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Experience how I live in a remote area in Northland, New Zealand
I am looking for help for a week, housework and general tidy up and the lawn cut. I live on a rural property with the owner's house close by. I have cell coverage. I have Wi-Fi. I am an elderly, retired Māori artist and published Author. I am a ......
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Experience farm life with us in Athol, New Zealand
Hello!! We’re Steve and Amanda, a couple living in the small, peaceful town of Athol, nestled between Queenstown, Te Anau, and Invercargill. We are looking for some help in November & December 2025, we have a couple of tasks we need help with - ......
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Housesitting while enjoying the countryside in rural East Masterton, New Zealand
We usually accommodate people for house sitting and pet care if we get a chance to take a holiday. This includes some tasks around the property, nothing very challenging. We currently need help in May and in late august early september. If you ......
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Share our way of life and good company in Tolaga Bay, New Zealand
We are a couple in our 60's living in a simple old Kiwi bach in the heart of Tolaga Bay township, a place with a rich and diverse culture and strong traditions. Tolaga Bay is the perfect gateway to the East Coast of New Zealand. We can help you get ......
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Create a permaculture food forest and be part of our family life in Ōhau, New Zealand
We are a warm, creative, slightly chaotic family who loves nature, good food, being outdoors, and meeting people from around the world. We host Workawayers because we enjoy sharing our home, ideas, skills, and garden — and because we love the ......
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Experience typical Kiwi family life in Geraldine, New Zealand
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Workaways ! Have loved all our 2025 Workaways and looking forward to meeting all the cool travellers in 2026 ! I have space from May onwards full availability We are a family of 4 Mum & Dad are in their 30s ......
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Join us on an ecological restoration project in Stillwater, Auckland, New Zealand
Location: Stillwater, Auckland Accommodation: Private 40sqm Self-Contained Tiny House We have availability from late May - December 2026 available. Happy to consider dates on discussion. Hours: Approx. 4-5 hours per day Monday - Friday but ......
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Stay a few weeks in lovely Coromandel , New Zealand
During late autumn and winter, we welcome one Workawayer at a time to share our home. The help is just 2.5 hours per day, five days a week, leaving plenty of free time to explore or relax. In return, we offer clean and comfortable accommodation, ......
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Shape and care for the land in a haven of biodiversity in Cheviot, New Zealand
This is the eco-living arrangement and rural lifestyle of Olmec and Melisa. Our 2 hectare lifestyle forest garden is a haven of biodiversity. We use permaculture principles and approaches to shape and care for the land, growing a wide range of ......
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Get to know our Kiwi lifestyle at a small boutique vineyard in South Wairarapa, New Zealand
Pruning Help Wanted – Wairarapa 2026 🍇 Pruning Dates: 29th May - June 7th - 2026 9th - 19th July 2026 Hi! We’re Lisa & Craig, and we’d love to welcome you to our small vineyard just south of Martinborough, in the beautiful Wairarapa, New ......
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