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Kia ora and welcome to the East Coast of the South Island! Penguins, beaches, seals, close to Dunedin, geological features, rugby, restaurants, Sunday market, limestone buildings, two pubs. Oamaru has it all!
Wes is a builder and I'm an electrician. We are renovating and believe with a positive attitude, a bit of graft and some help from Workawayers we can bring this 1918 Villa into 2024 dripping with old school charm!
We are keen to hear from anyone with specific skills relating to renovating, people who are quick to learn and give things a go, and anyone who is conscientious and willing to work unsupervised in exchange for their keep. (Breakfast food is provided, grab your own lunch, dinner provided at 6pm, bonus if you can help cook the dinner with the food provided)
We also need you to keep an eye on the dogs and make sure the little one is safe while we are at work (she's recently been jumping the fence and following kids to school) the big dog is very well behaved but the little one needs some company.
***We also need HOUSE SITTERS for the month of August (entire house to yourself, feed the dogs, chickens, a bit of painting/gardening/work at The Villa)***
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are fluent in Maori and English, I have some knowledge of Spanish.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
We can show you around the place and give locals tips on things to check out on your journey! We can show you the local marae and give you advice on what you need in the area. We can introduce you to our friends and often attend communal dinners and parties.
Languages
Languages spoken
Maori: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerThis 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
Two queen bedrooms in shared house with warm carpet and good curtains. Shared bathroom and kitchen facilities. Wifi and wood burner.
What else ...
We have a huge task of renovating a Villa from 1918! The grand old villa is nearby our house. We would love to hear from you if you can help us renovate, build, paint and do gardening.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have unlimited WiFi
Space for parking camper vans
We have a large off street parking
Can possibly accept pets
Dogs that play well with our dogs
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
Hours expected
Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week
