Work exchange in New Zealand: Pet sitting in lovely NZ cottage

What you offer

16h

Hours per week: Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.

Pet Sitting: Taking care of and looking after pets.

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

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What you get

Days off per week: Have some time off for yourself, go explore the city or rest for a while.

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Support: Get help from the Worldpackers support team in case you need it, at any point of your trip.

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Availability

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Stay at least: 2 weeks

Stay up to: 3 weeks

The Experience

Come house sit & look after our lovely dog in late July/early Aug ! We are heading to the South Island and we are looking for a lovely dog lover (or a couple of dog lovers) to pet sit. We have included cleaning in the advert, as we obviously want you to keep the place tidy while you're here, & also clean it before we return. We leave July 25th, but it would be ideal if you can come a day early to get to know our lovely dog.

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Requirements

Intermediate English
Between 22 and 70 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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19 Reviews

5.0

Host & Team

5.0

Hours & Tasks

5.0

Homestay

5.0

Learning & Fun

5.0

How this experience will transform you

15 Get in touch with nature
14 Meeting locals
12 Practicing English
11 Immersing in the local culture
9 Meeting international travelers
6 Learning about sustainability

This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals

15 15. Life on land
12 3. Good health and well-being
4 10. Reduced inequalities

Selma

France

Grace and Johann are amazing hosts, I felt part of their family and it makes me feel like home. Taking care of Tui and the house have been a pleasure for me! I couldn't hope for a better place as volunteer for my first stay in New Zealand. Thank you for welcoming me into your house and life, thank you for trusting me. Maybe our roads will cross again someday 🙏

about 1 month ago

Jonathon

United States

I had an awesome time with Grace and Johan. They have a beautiful property, with sheep, chickens and the most adorable dog, Tui. They also have a 2 year old boy who is the cutest thing and so fun to play with. His kid energy is endless and he's so expressive (he loves diggers). My work was simple and easy enough to do with little guidance as they were both busy throughout the week. They provided me with all the food I needed, and I had a studio all to myself to stay in. The place is a 25 minute walk to the bus stop, but from there you can go wherever you want. Thanks for letting me stay!

9 months ago

Yakira

Germany

My husband and I we had a great time! Grace and Johan are very helpful and friendly people. They offered to give us rides to the city and on weekends invited us for BBQs (Best lamb I've ever had). They were always available for questions and trusted us with the worktasks. They provide you a lovely apartment were you have all the privacy you need. They have a wonderful baby and a lovely dog which instantly make you smile. I would totally recommend this volunteering to everyone who wants to have a great experience.

about 1 year ago

Tim

Germany

Grace and Johan were outstanding hosts in every regard. They went above and beyond in helping us with our travel related tasks like buying a campervan. We felt welcomed and confortable at any time. The quality of the accommodation is extraordinary as well. In addition to that, there is an absolutely lovely Baby and a beautiful dog. Highly recommended!

about 1 year ago

Kalie

United States

I had a wonderful time volunteering with Grace, Johan and the Tiny Human. They were kind and compassionate every step of the way and communicated clearly. I got injured while I was there and they were very flexible and helpful. They catered the work to what I was able to do/what I excel at and that was great! I even came back for another 10 days at the end of my trip. Oh and Grace taught me to surf! I'm nonbinary and they Immediately worked on using my correct pronouns. AND every other Worldpacker who came in the first 5 weeks I stayed was also queer so it is definitely a safe space.

over 1 year ago

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