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5h
- Hours per day
- Help out and collaborate with your host only a few hours per week.
- Cooking
- Choose the menu, pick ingredients and cook delicious dishes.
- Cleaning
- Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
- Housekeeping
- Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.
- Gardening
- Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
What you get
3
- 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.
- 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.
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- 7 days
The Experience
Need help getting my rural Hawke’s Bay retreat ready for sale. It’s a peaceful spot with lovely views, private downstairs area. Tasks: mainly gardening (weather permitting), general upkeep and household chores. You’ll have a comfy private room, with shared kitchen/living room, flexible hours, plenty of good times: BBQs, bonfires, stargazing, and exploring the area. If you enjoy outdoors, hands-on work and good company, I’d love to hear from you.
Learn moreRequirements
- Fluent English or Fluent German
- Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
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5 Reviews
Host & Team
Hours & Tasks
Homestay
Learning & Fun
How this experience will transform you
- 5 Get in touch with nature
- 5 Meeting international travelers
- 4 Practicing English
- 4 Developing environmental awareness
- 3 Learning about sustainability
- 1 Immersing in the local culture
This host contributes to Sustainable Development Goals
- 3 12. Responsible consumption and production
- 2 3. Good health and well-being
- 1 13. Climate action
Silas
Germany
I had such a great time during my stay! The place was super cozy and spacious, with my own room and bathroom. The property was beautiful and peaceful, and the dog was just the sweetest! We cooked together, went on fun trips, and it quickly felt like home. The gravel road was an adventure on its own, but totally worth it! There was always enough free time for beach trips or just to relax. Overall, it was a lovely and meaningful experience — I'd definitely recommend it!
14 days ago
Leilani
Germany
Andre was awesome. Hinata 🐕 was the cherry on top. We will miss that Place and the 10km gravel road that made every trip to the grocery store feel like an adventure. We helped around and inside the house. The tasks changed every day so it never got boring and we learned a lot. Cooking in the kitchen with the view on the property was every work days highlight. And on the days off we made little road trips to some fantastic places around the area like beaches, woods or lakes. made that house feel like home even if it was only for two weeks. Thank you Andre
16 days ago
Tomas
Argentina
What can I say about this beautiful experience? The first thing is that the owner of the house is an excellent host and his good vibes are contagious, he is a great person not only because of his good treatment but because I have seen him help other guests with things that transcended volunteering itself. I definitely miss this guy and his dog (Inata)who made me smile a lot and made me miss my dog even more I hope our paths cross again Andre and Inata I fully recommend this host💪🏻 PS: Could someone make him try some good cheese?
about 1 month ago
Noa
Germany
We had such a great time volunteering here!There was a huge variety of delicious food and lots of freedom to plan our days. The host was very kind and caring, always making sure we felt good and had plenty of opportunities to explore. We enjoyed nature, the fun activities and the relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommended!
about 2 months ago
Kristina
Germany
In my eyes, Andre is truly a great host! He is always helpful, explains the tasks in the garden very clearly and in detail, and also gives a hand if you're struggling. Andre is always up for group activities – and of course, so is his dog Hinata! Whether it's hiking up Te Mata Peak or a quick trip to the city. When it comes to organizing working hours, he is quite relaxed. The same goes for meals – but watch out! He doesn't like cheese!! (Please try to change his mind.) All in all, I can say that I had a really wonderful time, I can wholeheartedly recommen
about 2 months ago
Andre replied
Thanks so much for the lovely words! 😊 It was a real pleasure having you here — you brought great energy and made the place livelier. I’m glad you enjoyed the mix of work, trips, and good company (Hinata definitely agrees!). You’re always welcome back anytime
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