Outdoor projects at our place in Waimate North, Northland, New Zealand

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  Description

  Welcome to beautiful Waimate North! With stunning views of rolling hills and farmland, we are located just 15-20 minutes from Kerikeri. You'll need your own vehicle to make the most of your stay, as public transport does not come this way! 😊
  
  We are husband and wife, Ralph and Nicola. I (Nicola) can speak a little French, although it's been a long time since I practised. Recently, I have been learning Ancient Hebrew and Greek to gain a deeper understanding of biblical manuscripts, as I am a master's student in Theology. It would be fantastic if you have any experience with Hebrew or Greek! Ralph works on the nearby dairy farm. Both Ralph and I play musical instruments—guitar and piano—and we enjoy singing.
  
  
  We ask for about four hours of help from you, five days a week, and you will have your weekends free to explore! In exchange, we provide cozy accommodation in a separate cabin. The cabin includes heating, a bathroom, Wi-Fi, and a TV! You will find a small fridge and basic cooking facilities, including a microwave, a countertop oven/air fryer, and a plugin stovetop—perfect for preparing your breakfasts and lunches. You are also welcome to join us for dinner when it suits us both. We will have cereal, freshly laid eggs, tea, coffee, and milk ready for you in the cabin.
  
  If you're interested, I'd love to show you around Kerikeri and the surrounding areas.
  
  We keep chickens, and this year we have two beehives, along with a large vegetable garden, avocado trees, and various fruit trees that I enjoy planting!
  
  For everyone’s peace of mind, while references are excellent, we understand that you may be new to this. If you do not have any references, we ask for ID verification. Please feel free to share a little more about yourself when you reach out. Thank you so much, and we look forward to hearing from you!
  
  We are excited to meet you! :-)
  
  Nicola and Ralph

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  Types of help and learning opportunities

  Gardening

  DIY and building projects

  Help around the house

  General Maintenance
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  Interests

  

  Nature

  

  Farming

  

  Music

  

  Books

  

  Cooking & food
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  Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

  We're excited to share our journey towards being self-sufficient in fruits and vegetables! We invite our guests to join us in learning how to use garden tools, plant seedlings, and tackle any challenges that come our way. Our outdoor projects change with the seasons, so there's always something new to explore. Plus, we have 2 cheerful beehives and 8 lovely chickens! In the spring and summer, guests can get hands-on experience with beekeeping. We can't wait for you to be a part of it!

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  Help

  Hey there! I could really use a hand with emptying and repairing the shade-house. If you’re interested, this is a great opportunity to learn how to drive the ride-on mower, use the electric hedge trimmers, and try out the weed-eater if you haven't used them before.
  
  
  We are seeking friendly help with general property maintenance, including tasks such as weeding, hedge trimming, and pruning. If you enjoy working on projects, there is a shade house where I grow plants that could use a little TLC, especially since one of the shelving areas has collapsed.
  
  There will also be some fun autumn tasks outside, like hedge trimming, pruning, and cutting back plants. Plus, there are a few indoor house tasks we can tackle together. Looking forward to having some fun working together!

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  Languages spoken

  Greek: Beginner
  French: Beginner
  Hebrew: Beginner

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  Accommodation

  You’ll be staying in a cozy cabin that’s separate from the main house, complete with heating and its own bathroom! Inside, you’ll find a small fridge and some handy cooking gadgets like a microwave, air fryer, bench top oven, and a hot plate. We’d love for you to prepare most of your own meals, but feel free to join us for dinner whenever it works for everyone! We’ll make sure to provide you with eggs, cereal, tea/coffee, and milk to get you started. Looking forward to having you!

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  What else ...

  Hey there! If you’re looking for some fun things to do, check out the historical Te Waimate North mission house—it's just 5 minutes up the road!
  Don’t miss the Stone Store, the oldest store in New Zealand, along with Kemp House.
  
  How about a lovely walk to Rainbow Falls? You can even stop by the Honeypot Café near the Stone Store for a treat!
  
  If you're in the mood for some beach time, head to Paihia Beach for kayaking or a delicious lunch. And why not take the ferry from Paihia to Russell? You can visit the oldest church in NZ and explore other historical sites.
  
  We’re also super close to Ngawha Springs hot pools—perfect for a relaxing soak! On your day off, consider driving up north to Cape Reinga and make a pit stop at Te Paki Sand Dunes.
  
  Lastly, don’t forget to visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Museum for a bit of history. Enjoy your adventures!

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  A little more information

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    Internet access

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    Limited internet access

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    We have pets

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    We are smokers

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    Can host families

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  Can host digital nomads

  We have unlimited wifi access.

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  Space for parking camper vans

  There is a parking area that is easily big enough to park a campervan or a motorhome if needed.

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  How many Workawayers can stay?

  Two

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  My animals / pets

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