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We are a family of five with 20 acres situated in the beautiful Maraetotara Valley. Our boys 25, 22, 14 and my husband and I. We have a dog Max and Chloe and 3 little puppies and 3 cats. We also have chickens, a Rooster, Scottish Highland steers, cattle, pigs and ducks. So I hope you like animals 😊 We have a small functioning veg garden. We live 30 minutes to the closest city, Hastings, 20 minutes to our closest village, Havelock North, 10 minutes to our closest beach and shop, Waimarama Beach and Ocean Beach and bush walks. There is NO PUBLIC TRANSPORT to or from our property. However, we are happy to pick you up from the bus stop in Hastings or Napier or the Napier Airport.
We live on an elevated site overlooking the valley out to the ocean. We have lived here for 17 years.Types of help and learning opportunities
Art ProjectsGardeningDIY and building projectsAnimal CareCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelp around the houseGeneral MaintenanceUN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
I am Māori and my husband is Cornish. Together we make a great team. We are both generous hosts and very hospitable. I am eager to incorporate my culture to those who are interested and also introduce our cultural cuisine, which, depending on the season, could include a traditional Māori hangi, if you are keen to help. Oh and my husband cooks the yummiest Yorkshire puddings and of course there is the kiwi classic boil up 😊
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Help
On going maintenance, painting, water blasting, gardening, feeding animals, small building projects, light household duties.
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Maori: IntermediateThis host offers a language exchange
We are happy to learn about your culture and language.Accommodation
You will have a comfortable room in our family home with your own private space.
What else ...
There is plenty to see and do in beautiful Hawkes Bay. What ever you enjoy doing, I am sure you will find here, what ever the season. We are happy to pick you up or drop you off from our closest bus depot, Hastings or airport, Napier. We will also be happy to show you the local sights when we are not working. There is no public transport to or from our property.
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Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We have Starlink
Space for parking camper vans
We have areas to park a camper
Can possibly accept pets
We are happy for pets to stay but please be aware we have pets.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Hours expected
Maximum 4-5 hours a day, 5 days a week
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The love in this house… read more
We enjoyed Yutaro's cooking and I have to also so our gardens have never looked… read more
The whole family was very generous and kind, and the many animals welcomed me .(and Alexa, too)
Thank you for the lovely bed, the delicious food, and the hospitality. I'm glad I was able to participate in the quiz night and puppy's party. If you ever visit Japan, please try the authentic… read more
They are both hard working and very conscientious. The work extremely well together and oh my gosh can they cook xxx They have made… read more
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The love in this house… read more
We enjoyed Yutaro's cooking and I have to also so our gardens have never looked… read more
The whole family was very generous and kind, and the many animals welcomed me .(and Alexa, too)
Thank you for the lovely bed, the delicious food, and the hospitality. I'm glad I was able to participate in the quiz night and puppy's party. If you ever visit Japan, please try the authentic… read more
They are both hard working and very conscientious. The work extremely well together and oh my gosh can they cook xxx They have made… read more
We met lots of people as friends of Janice and everyone was so nice and gentle. I even cannot explain all those moments we felt… read more
As for my first ever workaway experience, I came to know how to work with the digger and small truck, gardening, tree plantation, and daily tasks. Never boring and not… read more
Thanks again Janice and all the family for your great hospitality and of… read more
Greetings to Dan and the boys. We wish you… read more
I wish I was here to greet you. Take care in your travels and I hope that when you next travel this way you will give us a… read more
Cheers!
They are both awesome cooks.
Brenda and Anthony are a part of our whanau now and we look forward to seeing… read more
The food and the accommodation are excellent! Thanks for the great time and the warm welcome!!
See you soon, Magda and Anna