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8 Jul 2025
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Description
We're on Banks Peninsula just outside Christchurch, and we're looking for someone or a couple to help us on our lifestyle block. We are Jon and Eunice, originally from the UK, and our 8 year old Joseph. We are 5mins walk to our local, quiet beach (Purau) and 40mins from Christchurch either driving or ferry/bus.
We've got 2 hectares where we have sheep, fruit trees and gardens, with beautiful views and birdsong.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We are a small family and like to connect over shared meal and board games or local walks.
We are keen to ensure our son learns about different cultures and languages. We love to get to know new people and share and laugh
Projects involving children
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Help
We would love to have some help clearing some trees and bushes which have gone a bit wild in places. We have also had some big pine trees dropped which need splitting with our new log splitter. There could be some other general gardening, and maybe occasional childcare if that suits.
Languages
Languages spoken
German: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
Haven't spoken these in many years, so very rusty!
Accommodation
Accommodation is in a self contained cottage with double bedroom, bathroom inc shower, living room with TV, heat pump and super fast internet. The cottage is close to the main house, but provides full privacy.
We provide food. We provide breakfast, lunch and shared family dinner. We are happy to accommodate vegetarians / vegans
What else ...
There are lots of amazing beaches and local walks here. It's amazing to live 40mins from the biggest city on the South Island but be in such a rural area.
Having a transport is a good idea, although there is a ferry & bus into Christchurch, there is a 5min drive to get to the terminal.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
Off street parking
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Feedback (4)
They joined in with family games, helped around the house and were a pleasure to have around.
I'd highly recommend them to anyone.
John would spend the day working with us, and his company was thoroughly enjoyable. The two of us truly appreciated having his guided direction, company, and witty banter… read more
They worked hard on any tasks we gave them, and joined in with family activities.
I can happily recommend them to any hosts.
have a great view over the mountains. Especially in the… read more
It was a pleasure to host them, and I can recommend them to any hosts.
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They joined in with family games, helped around the house and were a pleasure to have around.
I'd highly recommend them to anyone.
John would spend the day working with us, and his company was thoroughly enjoyable. The two of us truly appreciated having his guided direction, company, and witty banter… read more
They worked hard on any tasks we gave them, and joined in with family activities.
I can happily recommend them to any hosts.
have a great view over the mountains. Especially in the… read more
It was a pleasure to host them, and I can recommend them to any hosts.
They joined in with family card games and interacted beautifully with our son.
I can highly recommend them to anyone looking for help.
