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We have enough help now thanks!!!!
We are looking for a mature person/ couple to help with various jobs around our home including gardening, basic building projects. ( experience with building/ carpentry would be very helpful)
Hours and length of time negotiable as if you would prefer to provide own breakfast and lunch then we have meal together at night then less hours per day expected but very flexible. ( 4 hours per day and provide own breakfast/ lunch and we provide evening meal or 5 hours per day for breakfast, lunch and dinner) you will need to provide your own snacks.
Looking for someone to stay at least a week possibly longer
Workaways are expected to work 5 days on and 2 days off. We prefer the 5 days to commence after your arrival unless negotiated. (Even if arrival falls just before or on the weekend)
Accommodation options could be in our main home in a large lovely room, our caravan or possibly studio flat behind our house
Please read our profile below:
We are an easy going couple with 3 girls (19 ,18&16) our oldest at Uni in Wellington and a little fluffy white Dog!
We live in central Nelson in a lovely warm cosy restored villa. We enjoy the outdoor, walking and lots of family time. We enjoy good food and utilise local produce in our weekly shop at farmers markets.
I am a mental health nurse and work mon - Thurs and Nathan is a busy house Parent (chef by trade) with various projects on the go.
Thanks and look forward to hearing from you!
Nicola,Nathan,Ayla, Lily and Rosie.
Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado
Ajuda em projetos ambientais
Jardinagem
Ajuda a cuidar da casa
Manutenção geral
Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado
Live and experience a New Zealand family who love the outdoors and all that Nelson has to offer.
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Painting, gardening, landscaping window cleaning, house tasks, help with building projects etc.
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Inglês: Fluente
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Nelson is a fantastic place with lots of outdooors activities, sunshine and markets. We are very flexible to allow you to travel and enjoy Nelson while staying and helping us out.
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Temos mascotes
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Pode hospedar famílias
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Este anfitrião pode fornecer espaço para vans.
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1 jul. 2025
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jack)
Jack stayed with our family for just under 4 weeks and overall it was a great workaway experience. Jack was always willing to tackle any task given to him with a good attitude and good execution , he was respectful and easy to have around.
Tasks included garden maintenance, landscaping and working alongside Nathan preparing and pouring a concrete… read more
Tasks included garden maintenance, landscaping and working alongside Nathan preparing and pouring a concrete… read more
(Excelente
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30 set. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lauren) para o anfitrião
So sorry for leaving this review so late! My experience staying in Nelson with Nicola and the girls was amazing. She had tasks to be completed written on a list which made it so easy to plan the day's work. The hours are pretty flexible which gives plenty of opportunity to explore Nelson-such a cool little town! I looked forward to our chats at… read more
26 jul. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lauren)
It was a pleasure to host Lauren for just over a week. She was extremely helpful and capable with any task set including washing windows, gardening, cleaning and looking after/ walking our dog. She is respectful and conscientious and so easy to have around.
I would highly recommend Lauren to other hosts .
I would highly recommend Lauren to other hosts .
(Excelente
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12 jan. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Friederike)
Freida house sat for us while we were away. She ensured our dog had been for a walk each day and was looked after in the heat of summer. Frieda was a lovely, respectful, quiet young woman who was very easy to have around. As she House sat while we were away, we did not interact as much as we normally would with our workaways however the little… read more
(Excelente
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1 jul. 2025
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Jack)
Jack stayed with our family for just under 4 weeks and overall it was a great workaway experience. Jack was always willing to tackle any task given to him with a good attitude and good execution , he was respectful and easy to have around.
Tasks included garden maintenance, landscaping and working alongside Nathan preparing and pouring a concrete… read more
Tasks included garden maintenance, landscaping and working alongside Nathan preparing and pouring a concrete… read more
(Excelente)
30 set. 2023
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Lauren) para o anfitrião
So sorry for leaving this review so late! My experience staying in Nelson with Nicola and the girls was amazing. She had tasks to be completed written on a list which made it so easy to plan the day's work. The hours are pretty flexible which gives plenty of opportunity to explore Nelson-such a cool little town! I looked forward to our chats at… read more
26 jul. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Lauren)
It was a pleasure to host Lauren for just over a week. She was extremely helpful and capable with any task set including washing windows, gardening, cleaning and looking after/ walking our dog. She is respectful and conscientious and so easy to have around.
I would highly recommend Lauren to other hosts .
I would highly recommend Lauren to other hosts .
(Excelente)
12 jan. 2023
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Friederike)
Freida house sat for us while we were away. She ensured our dog had been for a walk each day and was looked after in the heat of summer. Frieda was a lovely, respectful, quiet young woman who was very easy to have around. As she House sat while we were away, we did not interact as much as we normally would with our workaways however the little… read more
(Excelente)
1 mar. 2021
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Justin)
Justin stayed with us for 10 days and we really enjoyed his company and his work was excellent. He did various tasks such as gardening, tidying and painting/filling/lighting design on the construction of our sleepout project all of which were done to a high standard without the need for us to constantly check up as he is very capable indeed.… read more
(Excelente)
27 fev. 2021
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Justin) para o anfitrião
It was a real pleasure to spend about 10 days with these guys, I could have deffinately spent longer.
As previous workawayers have said, their relaxed and honest demenour make you feel comfortable and part of family life right away. I found Nicky and Nathan to be very flexible in terms of days & hours worked (as their profile says) and they… read more
As previous workawayers have said, their relaxed and honest demenour make you feel comfortable and part of family life right away. I found Nicky and Nathan to be very flexible in terms of days & hours worked (as their profile says) and they… read more
17 mar. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Amy)
Absolutely fabulous......Amy stayed with us for 10 days and within a day she felt like part of the family, we all really liked her and found her so easy to have around. She has the perfect combination of lots of energy and good old school life skills, a recipe for easily one of the best Workaway’s we’ve had in 8 years!
Amy motored through the jobs… read more
Amy motored through the jobs… read more
(Excelente)
14 mar. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Amy) para o anfitrião
Hi guys,
(Sorry this so late I totally thought I had written the feedback - then realised it was because I had written then blog!)
I stayed for 10 days with Nathan, Nikki and the girls and had a great time. Nikki and Nathan are great hosts. They make amazing food! They are easy and friendly to spend time with and the location of their lovely home… read more
(Sorry this so late I totally thought I had written the feedback - then realised it was because I had written then blog!)
I stayed for 10 days with Nathan, Nikki and the girls and had a great time. Nikki and Nathan are great hosts. They make amazing food! They are easy and friendly to spend time with and the location of their lovely home… read more
16 fev. 2020
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Claudio)
We just had Claudio stay with us for 2 weeks and found him to be a really nice guy.. he was working along side myself (Nathan) on a landscaping project at the front of our house of which I’d put on hold due to Xmas and summer hols and I was keen to get back into it.. Claudio had the tough job of digging a trench in hard ground on hot days and I… read more
(Excelente)
16 fev. 2020
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Claudio) para o anfitrião
From the first time I messaged Nicky and Nathan, long before my stay, I had the impression they were very hospitable and organized, and so they were! In the two weeks that I spent there I had the opportunity to do some enjoyable work in the garden, hours were flexible, and that left me plenty of time to explore the very pretty city of Nelson and… read more
3 dez. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Shanna)
Shanna is an absolute gem. She fitted into our busy family very well and straight away we enjoyed her company and getting to know her. She is extremely likeable, is gentle, respectful and made a real effort to interact with the whole family including the animals! Our little dog enjoyed the extra morning walks with Shanna.
Initially we were going… read more
Initially we were going… read more
(Excelente)
30 nov. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Shanna) para o anfitrião
This was my first workaway and the whole family crew- human and animals alike- become like your second family instantaneously. Nathan & Nici are amazing -so, so nice and genuinely care about you. They are very flexible with your hours if you want to work longer one day or do a double day and take off more time, no problem. They even let me borrow… read more
27 abr. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Kevin) para o anfitrião
I reckon it took more or less a minute to feel like home at Nathan and Nicky's place. It took a few hours more to marvel at (and fall in love with) Nathan's skills as a chef.
Getting along with the entire family (Sammy included) was very straightforward and being continuosly blunt and talkative avoided any misunderstanding. Prove that you're not… read more
Getting along with the entire family (Sammy included) was very straightforward and being continuosly blunt and talkative avoided any misunderstanding. Prove that you're not… read more
8 abr. 2019
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Florian & Tiphaine) para o anfitrião
A great experience for our first workaway ! We are stayed with Nathan and Nicky's family 2 weeks. The tasks was differents each day and their 3 girls are lovely. The accomodation was perfect in a historical house with a very good food. We had improve our English, cooking skills and learn the kiwi culture. It is a good place in a quiet area and… read more
3 abr. 2019
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Florian & Tiphaine)
One of our best workaway experiences to date!..from the moment Florian and Tiphaine arrived until the day they left (2 week total) they have been absolutely fantastic in every way. They are extremely likeable, respectful and so easy to have around. They have completed every task set immaculately and diligently and always exceeded expectations with… read more
(Excelente)
1 jun. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Olivia )
Was really nice to have Olivia stay with us and she was one of the easiest people to have around especially during a very busy time when you don't need further energy taken from you! We had some great conversations and the girls really took to her and after nearly a month with us we all still liked having her around which is a compliment for sure.… read more
(Excelente)
31 mai. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Olivia ) para o anfitrião
I can’t say enough good things about this family. Right away, the whole family made me feel very welcome and comfortable. I had a wonderful time getting to know them, which was usually over a conversation after one of Nathan or Nicky’s delicious meals. (Seriously, you most definitely won’t feel deprived in their home.) Nicky and Nathan’s daughters… read more
28 mai. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Bethan & Lewis)
Lewis and Bethan were amazing Workawayers and were probably the best gardening duo we have had to date! Bethan also did some expert after hours Pony school with the girls of which they loved and Lewis expertly tuned up my mountain bike too! They are both really easy to have around and both very nice people - highly recommended-Thanks again and… read more
(Excelente)
28 mai. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Bethan & Lewis) para o anfitrião
The most lovely and welcoming family. Nathan, Nicky, the girls and Sammie the dog made us feel at home right away. The healthiest and tastiest week of food we've had in ages! The work was fun, varied and they made the effort to find jobs that suited us. What a great place for our first workaway. Thanks again for having us and hopefully see you… read more
23 mai. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Julia) para o anfitrião
I had a great time with the family! The work was fair and easy and I can't thank you enough for your delicious and wholesome food. I had lots of fun with the girls and on my days off I enjoyed Nelson and the Abel. Nathan and Niky shared their knowledge of the region with me and were happy to hear my stories from Italy. Thank you for everything and… read more
22 mai. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Julia)
Julia stayed with us for almost 2 weeks. She is very highly recommended as she not only is an excellent worker with any task set but she is also wonderful with the whole family including the animals. Her life skills give her an advantage for her age which we were very impressed with. She was considerate, easy going and fun to have around . We… read more
(Excelente)
24 fev. 2018
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Sam)
Sam was a pleasure to have stay with us for 2 weeks. He proved to be a hard worker who was conscientious and motivated with any tasks that we set. Strimming/ weedeating was hard physical work on a very sloped paddock however Sam nailed it! With a smile on his face! We enjoyed getting to know him and spending time with us as a family. He was very… read more
(Excelente)
24 fev. 2018
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Sam) para o anfitrião
I can't say enough good things about this experience. It was a privilege and pleasure to stay with Nathan, Nicky and their 3 girls. They are all amazing people and they really made feel welcome and part of the family.
I helped with clearing a horse paddock of overgrown grass and shrubs, weeding, hedge trimming and other general garden… read more
I helped with clearing a horse paddock of overgrown grass and shrubs, weeding, hedge trimming and other general garden… read more
22 nov. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (David & Elizabeth)
David and Liz stayed with us for 2 weeks. They were an absolute pleasure to have around. Very easy-going, flexible and respectful. They pursued any task that we set and did it willingly and with attention to detail. They are fantastic workers and really do give their full attention and energy to any projects. In fact their work standards were… read more
(Excelente)
21 nov. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (David & Elizabeth) para o anfitrião
We spent two weeks with the family, and we enjoyed every minute of it! Their property is an easy 15 minute walk to Nelson shops, entertainment and food as well as some great local parks and walks.
While we were here, we helped with weeding, removing bamboo plants, and painted their garage floor. Nathan and Nicki were very flexible with our… read more
While we were here, we helped with weeding, removing bamboo plants, and painted their garage floor. Nathan and Nicki were very flexible with our… read more
29 out. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Agustina) para o anfitrião
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¡Esta fue mi primera experiencia con Workaway y estuvo ideal!! Nathan y Nicki son muy amables, generosos y tienen una familia encantadora. Compartieron conmigo todas sus actividades y me hicieron sentir como parte de su familia. Con mi inglés rudimentario, siempre se mostraron pacientes y estuvieron dispuestos a explicarme y… read more
¡Esta fue mi primera experiencia con Workaway y estuvo ideal!! Nathan y Nicki son muy amables, generosos y tienen una familia encantadora. Compartieron conmigo todas sus actividades y me hicieron sentir como parte de su familia. Con mi inglés rudimentario, siempre se mostraron pacientes y estuvieron dispuestos a explicarme y… read more
28 set. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Agustina)
Augustina was one of the most wonderful people we have had stay with us. She has such a lovely personality and rapports well with the whole family. She was very helpful with any task we asked her to undertake and did so in a very meticulous manner. We were at a busy time when she arrived and having Augustina made our lives so much easier… read more
(Excelente)
23 out. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Wai Man, Mavis)
We were so lucky to Have Mavis stay with us in Nelson for just under 3 weeks. She helped me with running of the house and childcare while my husband was away in the UK and I was working full time (which I would not of been able to do without her help). This also made my husband reassured knowing that Mavis looking after us all well!! Mavis has… read more
(Excelente)
15 out. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Wai Man, Mavis) para o anfitrião
I stayed with Nicky and the girls for a bit less than 3 weeks while Nathan was on holiday in UK. Nicky and the girls (and Sammy!) are very welcoming and I truly had a great time with them. Never feel that I was really working because the tasks were only basic housework which you do when you are at home ;) Will definitely come back for visit in the… read more
26 mai. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Manon & Pierre)
A wonderful couple who helped us out on projects for 1 week. Very respectful, fun and hard working. Would recommend this couple to help out with any jobs around your home or property. They also made us the most beautiful French crepes we had ever had and they were great company for the whole family.
(Excelente)
10 abr. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Brieuc & Celine)
A perfect workaway experience! We were so lucky to host this lovely couple and at short notice when we were in the middle of a busy project. From the moment they arrived they were ready and motivated to get stuck into whatever help we required which was a real life saver for us as they were so diverse with their range of skills and abilities to… read more
(Excelente)
9 abr. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Brieuc & Celine) para o anfitrião
Commentaire Nicky and Nathan.
What a perfect match we did with this lovely family...
We found each other at the last minute and since the beginning till the end, that was perfect. Even thou they were really busy with their last renovation of a renting house (for which we helped), their 3 "no one knows how far their energy goes" and the Nicky's… read more
What a perfect match we did with this lovely family...
We found each other at the last minute and since the beginning till the end, that was perfect. Even thou they were really busy with their last renovation of a renting house (for which we helped), their 3 "no one knows how far their energy goes" and the Nicky's… read more
29 mar. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (petermolenaar)
Peter has been a pleasure to host for the past one week.
He is very easy to have around and the whole family really enjoyed his company. I think he describes himself very accurately on his profile and we found him to be extremely polite, courteous and respectful and was happy to take on any job required which ended up being lots of indoor… read more
He is very easy to have around and the whole family really enjoyed his company. I think he describes himself very accurately on his profile and we found him to be extremely polite, courteous and respectful and was happy to take on any job required which ended up being lots of indoor… read more
(Excelente)
29 mar. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (petermolenaar) para o anfitrião
Lovely people and a very fun family, good food and fair work. I stayed only for (too) short but enjoyed it a lot. Thanks again and see you again some day!
3 mar. 2017
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Maxime & Coraline) para o anfitrião
We recommande really this work away! Nicky and Nathan are very nice and have a lovely family. If you come there, you will have the happiness to eat the wonderfull cooking of the chef!! And like Maxime love cooking too, we have lot of exchanges about cooking and we have also learn how make the cheese feta. The room is confortable and we have access… read more
19 fev. 2017
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Maxime & Coraline)
Coraline and Maxime were a pleasure to have around for 1 week. They were extremely considerate, pleasant and fun to have around. With their diverse range of skills, this really helped us get ahead with our urban property and busy lifestyle. Every task they undertook, they did very meticulously to a very high standard (preparing and painting a… read more
(Excelente)
2 jan. 2016
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Cardigon)
We were so lucky to have Cardi stay and help us out. She is so easy and pleasant to have around and an extremely good worker. We wanted to keep her for longer!!! Thanks Cardi!
(Excelente)
29 dez. 2015
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Cardigon) para o anfitrião
It was more then a treat to be with this family, absolutely wonderful I am so greatefull and know that I will see them again sometime in NZ or when you come to France and stay :) have a fabulous party!
23 ago. 2014
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Edda)
We all loved having Edda in our family. She was so very helpful and willing to help out with anything and everything. Her maturity, many skills and life experience made her a perfect fit with our family and we all found it hard to say goodbye!
(Excelente)
3 jan. 2014
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Edda) para o anfitrião
Dear Nicola, Nathan, Ayla, Lilly and Rosy, thank you all very much for an interesting and lively experience at your wonderful home. I liked the very nice food Nathan cooked from fresh vegetables from the farmers market and the home made fresh cheese from goats milk!!! To stay in the sleep out was just perfection me. I got know parts of the town, … read more
1 dez. 2013
Deixado pelo Workawayer (Adena & Heather) para o anfitrião
Thanks so much for hosting us! We really appreciated the helpful tips about things to do in Nelson and visiting Abel Tasman, as well as the wonderful cooking. Best wishes on your holiday travels!
30 nov. 2013
Feito pelo anfitrião para o Workawayer (Adena & Heather)
Great help so thanks ! very nice girls and willing to do all tasks and carried them out well, good luck with rest of travels
(Excelente)
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